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UNITED?
My name is Charles
CROSSWORD PUZZLE ? TRIVIA Test
by Fifi Rodriguez
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Miller. I have been married
1. TELEVISION: In "Murphy Brown," what was the name of the TV
for 25 years to a woman, show that included the title character, played by Candice Bergen?
who is an alcoholic. We 2. GAMES: What color is the cue ball in the game of pool?
3. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the source of the drug digitalis?
owned our own business and 4. THEATER: The Tony Awards were named after which
had a son together. director/actress?
5. LANGUAGE: What is the British term for "baloney" or nonsense?
6. COMPUTERS: What does the acronym FORTRAN stand for?
I started to notice that she 7. OLYMPICS: In what event would the "Fosbury flop" be used?
8. ANATOMY: What is the result of the condition called dysphasia?
was not doing her part of the 9. GEOGRAPHY: The term "pyroclastic flow" would follow what kind
work at the office and was of natural geographical occurrence?
10. FOOD & DRINK: What would a serving dish called a tureen be
not giving our son the love used for?
and affection he needs right
now. Several months had 9. Volcanic eruption 10. Soup or stew
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7. High jump 8. Impairment of speech and verbal comprehension
past, I moved out in hopes 5. Codswallop 6. Computer programming language that stands for FORmula TRANslation
1. "FYI" 2. White 3. The foxglove flower 4. Antoinette Perry
that she would be aware of Answers
how serious things were
deteriorating. She did end up
going to a therapist in the
community who helped her
stop drinking. I tried to
reestablish our relationship;
however, she did not wish to
reconcile.

I could not handle the situ-

ation; therefore, I called
Coastal Samaritan
Counseling Center for guid-
ance. The staff helped me
understand that I cannot
change a person. I need to
prepare myself to go on with-
out her and just be available
for our son. My friends and
church have been my support
system from the beginning
and continue to help me SUDOKU SOLUTION
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through this difficult time.

I broke away from our

business to open my own
with the help of our assistant
at the old office. My name is
Charles Miller and I live
united by guaranteeing my
relationship with my son and
community is strong and
healthy through the work of
this United Way Community
Partner.

(Names, ages and scenario

have been changed for privacy SOLUTION ON PAGE 34
reasons)
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Moving ! Are You Prepared ? Ripley’s To Host Exhibit

of Fertility Statues in February
A LT E R N AT I V E S C O N T E N T S
COMMENTARY:
B R I E F S A LO N G T H E C OA S T
Annual HTC

Q: Can
The Heart of Blago by Rich Lowry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

I leave items in my chest of drawers,
By Frank Wolff
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Myrtle Beach will host the
fifth stop of a three year, multi-city international tour of the world famous
Employee Drive
Letters To The Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 & 5
What Happens When Cops Disregard the Law? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Notes from the Waccamaw Riverkeepers- by Christina Ellis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Helps Many
Is Anti-trust Creeping into Horry County Government? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
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A: This will vary from Company to Company.

dresser, or night stands?
Some of the larger firms will require that the contents be
boxed for accountability reasons. Local moves may be a
different issue. By leaving the "Clothing" articles in the
drawers this will save you some time in packing and
unpacking. It will also save space/volume inside the truck.
Don't load the drawers with heavy linens or leave pictures
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By Nicole Hyman
Ripley’s Fertility Statues! They will premier in Myrtle Beach on February
Whimsical Tools at B&CMuseum - Kathryn Martin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11 The 7th Annual Employee
6, following stops at the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditoriums in New
Canned Food and Toy Drive host-
York’s Times Square, Grand Prairie, Texas, Williamsburg, Virginia. and
Dosher Hospital Nursing Center Awarded 5-Star Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ed by HTC, November 6-
Orlando, Florida. Myrtle Beach Area Chamber Announces Promotions by Nancy Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 December 12, helped many indi-
“Please Don’t Touch – Unless You Want a Baby!”
“To Your Good Health” - By Dr. Paul G. Donohue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 viduals and families in need this
Thousands of people have seen the statues over the past several years. Now Here’s A Tip - By JoAnn Derson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 holiday season. HTC employees
Some are very serious about touching the statues, believing in their powers SCDOT Launches Environmental Stewardship Website by Robert Kudelka . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Social Security Announces Compassionate Allowances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
raised over $5,700 and collected
thousands of canned foods and
to help them conceive. Others want to avoid touching the statues – for the
Glenn’s Ten: “2009 Begins! Time for a Jazz Cruise!” - By Glenn Arnette, III . . . . . . . . .16
very same reason. other nonperishable food items
EARTH TALK: “Letters”- From E/Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
More than 2,000 women have reported they became pregnant shortly Strange But True / Celebrity Extra / Salome’s Stars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
which were divided and donated
to the Shepherd’s Table and
after touching the wooden statues. Many of them had been told by doctors Literary Page:Cat Morning and Dog DayAfternoon by Mona Prufer/Best Seller Lists . . .19
Honoring the Dream and the Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Community Kitchen. In addition,
they would never be able to conceive! Since the women’s stories became

and frames in them. Any spillable, breakable or small and
lose items should be boxed separately. The movers may
have to turn the furniture upside down when moving or
loading. Loose items in the Night Stands should be boxed
separately or placed in bags and then put back in the drawers.
At least you will know what was in each drawer.
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Chamber Announces Upcoming Festival Dates - by Nancy Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 14 families and 68 children
public in 1994, millions have visited the statues. received presents on Christmas
Yellowstone Earthquake on the Way? from www.SixWise.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
From February 6 through March 1, the statues will be on display in the Day from HTC employees
COMMENTARY: Detroit Big 3: Failure to Adapt - by Tom Swank . . . . . .22
lobby of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Myrtle Beach, 901 through the Salvation Army Angel HTC employees help the Salvation Army staff members load the truck
North Ocean Boulevard. Would-be parents are invited to come in and touch Night Life & Entertainment: Tree program. And, an outstand- with all of the presents for the Angel Tree Program.
them for free during regular business hours, Sunday through Thursday 10 Nashville’s Rickey Godfrey to Perform in Carolinas - By Dariel Bendin / Couch Theatre/
ing 32 bikes were provided to area
a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Money Man Rocks HOB on Feb. 6 by Brian Howle/ Abbey Road Live! by Mona Prufer/
Beach Newz: JohnFM..net Streams Beach, Boogie and Blues - By Dariel Bendin /
children.
“This is a blessing, and the
is grateful for the generosity and
thank our friends at HTC for the
employees put forth so much
effort through this food and toy
The five-foot tall wooden statues were acquired from the Ivory Coast
Top 10: Music-Videos-DVDs-Movies /Concert Calendar / Tami’s Tune News- by Tami Lord is so good. Between the gifts, love and most of all compas- drive in the hopes that the less for-
(Cote-d’Ivoire) of West Africa in 1993, and were placed in the lobby of Ashley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 - 27
money and the food, I’m simply sion shown for your fellowman,” tunate in our community will have
Ripley Entertainment’s corporate headquarters in Orlando. Within months, Coast Feature: overwhelmed at the kindness and said Dee Shearin, Executive one less worry over the holiday
13 women, including staffers and office visitors were pregnant. Celebrate the Lowcountry Lifestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 compassion of HTC employees. Director for the Shepherd’s Table season,” said Glenda Page, HTC
Following a December 1995 story in the Wall Street Journal chronicling Along the Geek Strand by George Mihal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 It’s just so great when people in that serves an average of 80 peo- Chief Executive-Human
the phenomenon, the demand to touch them became international news. Conway Chamber to host Workshop, Small Business Expo by Bridgette Johnson . . .30 the community and organizations ple every evening in Conway. Resources.
Greg Norman’s Italian Christmas Party - by Marilyn Newsome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 like HTC support local charities “The annual canned food and
Tired? Eight Medical Issues to be Aware of - From www.SixWise.com . . . . . . . . . . .32 because without donations like toy drive is our way of sharing a
Tips for Better Health - by Curry Hagerty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 these, we would not be able to portion of the good fortune we've For additional information
LEARNING ALONG THE WACCAMAW - by Linda Ketron . . . . .35 serve our community as we do. been given with those less fortu- about HTC, call 843-365- 2154 or

1,000’s of Satisfied Customers

CALENDAR OF EVENTS ........................................................36 Everyone at the Shepherd’s Table nate in our community. HTC visit www.htcinc.net.
Twisting In The Wind / Paw’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Ripley’s to host Fertility Statues - by Frank Wolff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

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Pictures at an Exhibition, is set for be on display. Photographs by Carl
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January 25. Kerridge of “the love of the instru-

ment” series done exclusively for
The famous Ripley’s fertility statues, said to be responsible for more than
The Long Bay Symphony will be
2,000 pregnancies, are back on tour. Shown here, the NYC display. available for silent auction.
Photo by Andrew Brusso. Concerts are Sundays at 4 p.m.
at the MBHS Music & Arts Center,
heralded for its comfortable seating
In the ensuing years, the edifices made three trips around the world,
and exceptional acoustics. Call
stopping at Believe It or Not! museums, allowing millions easy and free
843-448-8379 for information and
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9151 to arrange a pickup.
The yard sale will be held in the
parking lot of the shelter on Mr. Joe
White Avenue. “We will be selling
everything but the kitchen sink”
said Brown. “Well, unless someone
donates one of those too.”
In addition to the yard sale, the
shelter will be open for animal

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They were retired to the Ripley warehouse in 2001, but due to great
Same Day
www.LongBay Symphony.com. adoptions and the staff will be serv-
demand, they were put on display at the Ripley headquarters in Orlando ing hot dogs, chips, soda and cof-

Service where they have been seen by hundreds each month who made a special Around the fee.
Art Musem Grand Strand
Renowned baritone Tom Fox
pilgrimage to see and touch the statues. The Grand Strand Humane
Available “For years now, we have been inundated with requests to make these Pictures at an Exhibition, Humane Society To
Society takes in animals brought in

In Most Cases!
Story pages 10 & 11 by the City of Myrtle Beach
Hold Yard Sale
statues available once again at our odditoriums throughout the world,” Mussorgsky’s famous masterpiece,
said Edward Meyer, VP Archives & Exhibits for Ripley Entertainment. serves as the focal point for a pro- Animal Control as well as those
gram of music inspired by visual brought into the shelter by mem-
“Amazingly, people are still finding out about them and call us wanting By Cara Gibbs bers of the community. The Society
803 Main Street an opportunity to come in and touch them. Due to this demand, we have imagery, including Handel’s Music
for the Royal Fireworks Overture, The Grand Strand Humane is committed to providing excellent
Myrtle Beach, SC
decided to tour them again.” The very whimsical Tools In Motion exhibit runs at the B&C
guest service to its visitors as well
Art Museum Jan. 15 - March 28. Shown: Ron English, Debussy’s ethereal Nocturnes, and Society is having a yard sale
After Myrtle Beach, the statues will spend a month at the Ripley’s songs from Mahler’s Des Knaben fundraiser on Saturday, January 24 as the best care possible for the ani-
DOT 527161 • SC PSC 9129 The Reconstruction, 1992, oil on canvas
Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Wunderhorn and Ruckert Lieder, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. mals in the community.
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C O M M E N TA R Y
The Heart of
Blago
When Franklin Roosevelt was pounding
on the evils of business at the height of the
New Deal, the great economist John
Maynard Keynes tried to pull him back:
"It is a mistake to think businessmen are
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more immoral than politicians."
At a time when the titans of American
finance have become synonymous in the
public mind with recklessness and greed,
here comes Illinois Gov. Rod (F***ing)
Blagojevich to confirm Keynes' long-ago
wisdom. Blagojevich's greed wasn't just
open and ham-fisted, it was remarkably
petty -- one scheme he discussed was sell-
ing Obama's Senate seat for a mere
$150,000 annual salary for his wife on a
corporate board. If that's all Blagojevich
could get for a coveted Senate seat, he
wasn't even very good at corruption.
That he was from Chicago was key. The
city has never had a reform movement that
has overturned the old-school, ethnic-
based machine politics. It used to be said
that Chicago was the only East European
city governed by Irishmen. Its politics
became more open by cutting new groups
into the loot. Blagojevich's conversations
were probably most spectacular for having
been caught on tape, not for their F-bomb-
laden, grossly self-interested nature.
All of this would represent a threat to
Obama only if his team were caught up in
deal-making with Blagojevich. Obama
denies it, and Blagojevich cursed Obama
for offering nothing but "appreciation" in
return for offering to appoint his favored
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candidate, Obama's long-term aide Valerie
Jarrett. But the scandal is a reminder of the
dirty Chicago political ether through
which Obama rose without a trace –-
never challenging the corruption – in the
course of a career nationally devoted to
reforming politics.
One of the most intriguing questions about
Obama in the mess is, "What made him
think Valerie Jarrett was qualified to be
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clearly wanted to reward a friend. Hey,
that's how politics works.
It'll be interesting how the natural transac-
tional aspect of politics is distinguished in
the Blagojevich case from rank criminali-
ty. Was it a crime for Senate Candidate 5,
Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr., allegedly to offer to
raise $500,000 for Blagojevich in
exchange for the Senate appointment, or
just an overly explicit act of normal horse-
trading?
If Blagojevich's instinct for enrichment
rose to criminality, it's hardly unusual.
Even the most impeccably liberal
scourges of greed manage to get rich
quickly after public life. In a two-and-a-
half-year period between working in
Clinton's White House and running for
Congress, Barack Obama's new chief of
staff, Rahm Emanuel, made $16.2 million
in investment banking at the small firm of
Wasserstein Perella. All it took, surely,
was hard work, a little luck - and knowing
Clinton fundraiser and Wall Street mogul
Bruce Wasserstein.
As the debate over private-sector excess
and greed continues, it's useful to remem-
ber most politicians have an inner
Blagojevich - because they are just as
human as the private malefactors they
denounce. To paraphrase the late Soviet
dissident Alexander Solzhenitsyn, the line
between good and evil doesn't run
between the public and private sector but
"through the heart of every man."
Especially in Chicago.
Rich Lowry is editor of the National
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First reading of Ordinance 02-09 regulating
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operate according to the dictates of the solid
waste authority. The license will mandate all
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Additionally, the ordinance will remove any
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County council has been deliberating more
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chance to participate in hearings, workshops,
committee meetings, etc. Why not do that here?
Why the rush to pass legislation not needed?
There is clearly no public interest urgency to
this legislation. Isn't the better course of action
to give due process to all?
The solid waste authority attorney told coun-
ty council in a workshop that "flow control
(monopoly) of solid waste is there for the tak-
ing." Surely county council will not take that
advice, but instead act in all the public's best
interest. Not simply pass legislation simply
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Call your county councilman now. Insist that
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title only and doesn't mean anything. It certain-
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matter be referred to workshop, then committee
with all affected parties given the chance to be
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Ongoing
Ear Infection
Frustrates
Dog Owner
DEAR PAW'S CORNER: My little dog "Sandy," a 3-year-
old Shih Tzu, has had an ongoing ear infection for the past
four months. The vet said it was a yeast infection and gave me
some drops for it. It cleared quickly, but within two weeks it
was back again. This time the vet suggested I change his dog
food, along with giving him the drops again, so now he is on a
grain-free dog food. It cleared up for a while, but it is back
again. Any suggestions on what to do now?
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- Donna, via e-mail
DEAR DONNA: Keep trying! Continue working with your
vet to find a solution to Sandy's recurring ear infections. It may
take a combination of treatments to stop them from happening,
including a change in diet (such as the prescribed grain-free diet),
drops or oral medication.
Signs of an ear infection in a dog typically include head shak-
ing, yellow or brown "gunk" in the ears, a yeast-like smell, red-
ness and swelling. Causes include debris or water in the ears,
allergies, or unexplained factors.
Shih Tzus are prone to ear infections because of the shape of
their ears, and because of the long hair growing over the ears --
fluids don't drain from their ears as easily. Owners must clear the
hair from their dogs' ears frequently and must be sure to dry their
dogs' ears after swimming or bathing.
Dogs like Sandy who have repeat infections may benefit from
having the hair clipped away from around their ears (let the vet-
erinarian do this). Sandy may be given a long-term course of
treatment, too - usually oral medication. In severe cases, vets may
recommend surgery to reconstruct the ear canal to improve
drainage, but this should be considered only when other avenues
have been exhausted.
What about tomatoes?
Q. In your Dec. 8 column, you listed foods that were not
good for dogs, among them avocados and tomatoes. My
Chihuahua loves avocados, tomatoes, broccoli and many
other veggies (without salt, of course). Please tell me why avo-
cados and tomatoes are not good for them.
- Diana, via e-mail
Q. I recently read your article on foods for dogs to avoid,
and was curious about the tomatoes. I raise miniature pin-
schers, and one day as I was cutting up tomatoes I gave them
some. I had two tomato vines out in my backyard and for the
rest of the summer I did not get any more of them, as the dogs
ate them as soon as they would start to ripen. It never hurt
them at all. I have heard of chocolate but never tomatoes.
- MaryAnn W., via e-mail
A. In dogs, tomato plants (leaves and stems) can cause
tremors and heart arrhythmia (an irregular, rapid or "fluttering"
pulse); the fruit itself is not listed as toxic by the Humane Society
of the United States, but I would keep dogs out of the tomato
patch at all times and feed them very limited amounts of the fruit.
Avocados can cause breathing difficulties and fluid accumula-
tion in the chest, abdomen and heart. All parts of the avocado -
the fruit, the pit and the plant - are toxic. This fruit is also toxic to
cats, birds, mice, rabbits, goats, horses and cattle.
A more complete list of toxic foods is available at the Humane
Society Web site at http://www.hsus.org.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2009
Ongoing Events:
Every Monday: House of Blues
Service Industry Night - 12 a.m.
Free entry for all members of the
Service Industry that can provide ID
& proof of employment. All other
guests will pay a small cover. DJ,
nightly drink specials, etc. House of
Blues - 4640 Hwy 17-S, North
Myrtle Beach. 843-272-3000
www.hob.com
Every Tuesday: Fireworks
Spectacular - Broadway At The
Beach - 10 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Enjoy
a spectacular fireworks show over
CMYK
Lake Broadway. 1325 Celebrity
Circle, Myrtle Beach Phone: 843-
444-3200 www.broadwayatthe-
beach.com
Every Thursday: Pawleys Island
Drinking Liberally. Drinking
Liberally is an informal gathering of
like-minded left-leaners. Join us
starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Pawleys
Island Tavern, 10635 Ocean Hwy
(Behind "Mole Hole" in the Island
Shops off US 17). 843-237-5632.
http://livingliberally.org/drinking/cha
pters/SC/pawleysisland
Every Thursday: Square Dancing
- Grand Strand Strutters. 7p.m. to
9p.m. Mainstream and Plus Level
Square Dance, with occasional
Rounds, all in a friendly club atmos-
phere. (Class for new dancers is
from 6 to 7p.m.) Grand Strand
Senior Center (1268 21st Ave N.,
Myrtle Beach)
843-497-0470 or 843-650-2043
Now Showing at The Palace
Theatre: The spellbinding and mag-
ical Le Grande Cirque brings top
class entertainment to Myrtle Beach.
The show is perfect for all ages.
Tickets are available at the Visitors
Center. Also, Spirit of the Dance
presents The Magical Spirit of
27” WEB-100
Ireland featuring the Irish Tenors on
stage now in the Show Room. Call
the Theatre Box Office at 800-905-
4228 or 843-448-0588 for more
information!
Myrtle Beach Stamp Club
1st Tuesday of each month @ 7
p.m., Grand Strand Senior Center,
1268 21st Ave. North, Myrtle Beach
843-337-0087
VFW 10804 Friday night dinner.
Dinner and live music @ 6p.m.
Seating limited, reservations by
Thurs. required. $8 per person,
music only @ 7p.m. $3 per person.
Reservations and info: 843-399-
0877, Highway 57, Little River, S.C.
Joseph Rainey-Slave, Barber,
Statesman - Rice Museum.
To include your listing in the Alternatives Newsmagazine/COAST Magazine Regional Events Calender, send a typed listing to: Alternatives Newsmagazine, Drawer 2485,
Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29578, ATTENTION: Editor Or Fax us at 444-5558. Please send your listing a week in advance of print date;
print dates are fortnightly (Every other week). email: altnews@sccoast.net. web site: www.myrtlebeachalternatives.com
Exhibit tells the story of
Georgetown Native Joseph Hayne
Rainey.
Georgetown of the Late 19th &
20th Century - Rice Museum. The
exhibit chronicles Georgetown’s
transition from rice production to
lumber, livestock, & shipping.
Georgetown, SC. M-S, 10 a.m.-4:30
p.m.
843-546-7423
Needs Program, Canal St.
Recreation Center, Tues. & Thurs.
11a.m.-12p.m., A unique work out
program for individuals with special
needs. $5 city resident/$8 non-city
resident. 843-918-1485
Senior Bingo, Canal St. Recreation
Center, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-12p.m.;
12p.m.-2p.m. FREE, bring a small
gift to share. 843-918-1485
Current Events:
Jan. 13 - Feb. 6
Sunset River Marketplace
Art Glass: Summerfield & Friends
group show opens. Works by Scott
Summerfield, J.J. Brown, Kakie
Willcox Honig. Hand-blown and
fused glass. 10283 Beach Dr. SW
(NC179) Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10
a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999
January 17, 2009, 7:00 PM
Grand Strand Young Republicans
1st Birthday Banquet
Angelo's Steak & Pasta, 2011 South
Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach
Come join the Grand Strand Young
Republicans in celebration of their
first birthday! Glenn McCall, South
Carolina's GOP National
Committeeman, will be the guest
speaker. Tickets are $15 and
include an all you can eat Italian
buffet and a drink. For tickets and
information, call Cam Crawford at
843-557-4136.
January 17 & 18
The 3rd annual Winyah Bay
Heritage Festival will take place
January 17 and 18 in Georgetown
and is a celebration of the
Lowcountry hunting and fishing
lifestyle and conservation in the
Winyah Bay area. Activities abound
for the entire family including over
90 artists and exhibitors. For more
information, see the website:
www.winyahbayfestival.org
January 18
“Coastal Operatic Arias, Duets
and Transcriptions”
Sunday 3 p.m.
CCU Wheelwright Auditorium
Alternatives
347-3161 Free
January 22
‘Faculty Biennial’ - CCU. Exhibit
by Viual Arts Dept. Thru March 6.
CCU Bryan Gallery. 843-234-3466
‘Abbey Road Live - Magical
Mystery Tour’ - CCU. 7:30 p.m.
$25. CCU Wheelwright Auditorium.
843-347-3161
January 22 - February 1
A.R. Gurney's “Later Life” -
Murrells Inlet Community
Theatre. MICT presents romantic
comedy/drama about a couple who
reunite at a party after 30 years as a
parade of colorful characters pop in
and out. 8 p.m. Thurs-Sat, 2 p.m.
Sun. $10. Call for reservations. 4450
Murrells Inlet Road, Murrells Inlet.
843-651-4152
www.mictheatre.com
January 22 & 23
“Civil War Re-Enactments”
Thurs.& Friday
Horry County Museum
915.5320 Free
January 24
“Scavenger Hunt”
Saturday - 10am-5pm
Various Conway Locations
Great Prizes! 457.9332 Free
Jan. 24
Sunset River Marketplace
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Norwegian
Hardanger Embroidery presentation
and demo by local artist Karen
McIlrath, An art rarely seen in this
country. Some items will be for sale.
10283 Beach Dr. SW (NC179)
Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
910-575-5999
January 24
Yard Sale - Grand Strand
Humane Society. 9a.m. to 4p.m.
Clean out your closet for a good
cause! The Grand Strand Humane
Society is having a yard sale on
January 24th and we're looking for
donations! So drop off your stuff
and then come to the shelter on Jan.
24 for the yard sale! 3241 Mr. Joe
White Ave. Myrtle Beach. 843-448-
9151
January 24
Symphony Series “Pictures at an
Exhibition“ - The Long Bay
Symphony. 4p.m. to 6p.m.
Mussorgsky's masterpiece Pictures
at an Exhibition serves as the focal
point for music inspired by visual
imagery: Handel's Music for the
Royal Fireworks Overture,
Debussy's Nocturnes, and other
songs, with renowned baritone Tom
Fox. Myrtle Beach High School
Music and Arts Center. 843-448-
MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com
8379
www.longbaysymphony.com
January 24, 2009 2 p.m.
Horry County Museum
Local Ted Gragg will give an
informative talk on the Confederate
naval war effort along the great Pee
Dee and Winyah Bay.
Mr. Gragg has spent years research-
ing and documenting Local Civil
War History.
Horry County Museum
Corner of 5th and Main St.
Downtown, Conway, SC
843-915-5320
January 29
The Killers with M83 - SOLD
OUT! Doors Open 7p.m. House of
Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S, Barefoot
Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
January 30
The Wailers with Tomorrow’s Bad
Seeds. Doors Open 8p.m. House of
Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S, Barefoot
Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
January 31
Little Big Town - Doors Open
7:30p.m. House of Blues, 4640 Hwy
17S, Barefoot Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
January 31
The 1st Annual Brunswick Stew
Cook-Off! Sponsored by the
Brunswick County Chamber of
Commerce and Rourk Woods, the
event will feature live music, NC
Crafts and Foods, a Kid’s Play area,
a Beer Garden and more! So, you
think you can cook Brunswick
Stew?! Let’s find out! Individuals,
professionals, non-profits and local
media are invited to compete! For
complete details, call Megan Masser
at 910-754-6644, ext. 108.
February 1
“Bucksport Quilt Exhibit”
Show runs through Feb. 28
Mon-Sat
Horry County Museum
843-915-5320 Free
Feb. 4 - 5
Sunset River Marketplace
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Collage: A Medium
For Everyone. Two-day collage
workshop with award-winning artist,
Miriam Pinkerton. $100, includes
most materials. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Register with gallery. 10283 Beach
Dr. SW (NC179) Hours: Tues. -
Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999
February 7
“First Saturday Art Walk”
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Downtown Historic District
450.9232 Free
February 8
An Evening with Dark Star
Orchestra - Doors Open 7 p.m.
House of Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S,
Barefoot Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
Feb. 9 - March 14
Sunset River Marketplace
Sweet Dreams: a Collection of Art
by Kimberly Dawn opens. Runs
through March 14, 2009. Local folk
artist Kim Dawn Clayton. Feb. 21:
Open house & artist reception, 2 - 5
p.m. Free. 10283 Beach Dr. SW
(NC179) Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10
a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999.
February 11
“Blood Brothers”
Show runs through March 1
Theatre of the Republic
488.0821 $18-$22
February 15 & 16
“Seasons of Love, The Love Songs
of Broadway”
Sunday & Monday
Theatre of the Republic
488.0821 $18
February 18
“Isn’t It Romantic?”
Wednesday 7:30PM
CCU Wall Auditorium
347.3161 $7-$9
February 18
Disturbed with Sevendust and
Skindred - Doors Open 7:30 p.m.
House of Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S,
Barefoot Landing, NMB. 843-272-
3000
February 20
Rodney Atkins with Lost Trailers -
Doors Open 7:30pm. House of
Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S, Barefoot
Landing, NMB. 843-272-3000
Feb. 21
Sunset River Marketplace
Open house & artist reception for
Kim Dawn Clayton’ s featured artist
show: Sweet Dreams: a Collection
of Art by Kimberly Dawn , 2 - 5
p.m. Free. 10283 Beach Dr. SW
(NC179) Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10
a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999.
MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Dear friend of Careteam,
What a year! With all the difficult issues
we have faced as a nation this year, it feels
great to be sending a letter with good news
for a change. Careteam staff, its Board of
Directors and you, our faithful supporters,
have all worked hard this year to ensure that
Careteam's programs and services have not
suffered during these trying financial times.
We’ve faced a few challenges, but in the end
our clients all had access to the medical care
and treatment they desperately need. We at
Careteam just wat to take the time to point to
our successes, remember a couple of great
people we lost, and to say thank you all so
very much.
The biggest part of what Careteam does is
providing medical care and treatment for
people living with HIV who have no means
to pay for that care. Careteam manages two
clinics a week for these clients. Both clinics
are possible because of two very special part-
ners, Little River Medical Center in Myrtle
Beach and Smith Medical Clinic in Pawleys
Island. Both agencies donate space for
Careteam’s doctors to see our clients. They
also provide primary medical care for these
clients. One of the challenges Careteam has
faced is the growing number of clients who
have no medical insurance, public or private.
That number has grown 30% over the past
year and a half. The good news is Careteam
did see an increase in federal funding this
year as well as fundraising income from you!
That extra help kept all of our services
active. Thank you so much!
Careteam also has the huge task of pro-
viding free HIV counseling and testing for
people who are at risk for infection. This
year we have stepped up our awareness and
eduction programs particularly in the African
American faith community and in the gay
community. We are pleased to announce that
with some very dedicated staff and a lot of
help and support from the community.
Careteam doubled its number of people test-
ed from last year. Much of that was done in
the last two months of the year. Thanks goes
Tea & Symphony Raises Money For Youth Orchestra
By Joanne Milnor
Tea & Symphony, scheduled for March
22, is a fundraising event to support the
Long Bay Symphony Youth Orchestra
Over the past several years, the Tea &
Symphony event this has continued to grow
in popularity with LBS supporters.
The Franklin G. Burroughs and Simeon
B. Chapin Museum current art show serves
as the backdrop for this event and has always
been outstanding. The Museum, itself a his-
toric landmark building, provides a warm
and cozy setting with a view of the ocean
from the front porch.
The menu is also outstanding with deli-
cious savories and sweets donated by area
bakeries and from the kitchens of the Guild
members who share their favorite recipes of
"goodies." A variety of teas compliment the
buffet of colorful foods and all is served in
the English tradition of Afternoon Tea.
Alternatives
out to The Center Project, Red Ribbon
Friends, CLAWS, Time Out, the Rainbow
House, the Fiesta Club, St. Elizabeth’s
Church in Aynor, Chesterfield Missionary
Baptist Church in Longs, Bethel AME in
Loris, the Pride group at CCU, the Alpha
Delta Kappa Fraternity at CCU, Our Father’s
Place, Greg Everett, April, J.R. Dexter,
Joseph, Suzette and everyone else who
helped make that campaign terrific success!
Our crowning moment this year was
when Secretary of State Mark Hammond
named Careteam one of the top ten charities
in South Carolina for 2008. Careteam staff
was presented with the coveted Angel Award
on November 19th at a press conference and
reception held by Mr. Hammond. This award
was given to Careteam for dedicating 95.8%
of its budget to program services. We are
proud to be recognized this way.
We could not end the year without men-
tioning the loss of two very special and long
time partners of Careteam, Mrs. Yvonne
Jones and Mr. Dave Heckman. Mrs. Jones’
work started as a founding member of The
Spirit of AIDS in 1988, a time when few out-
side the gay community stood up and pro-
vided love and compassion for people living
with HIV. For the past 20 years, Yvonne was
a faithful supporter and constant advocate.
Many know Dave Heckman as the owner of
Charleston Café in Surfside Beach. Few
know of his dedication to and support of
Careteam over the years.
Just in case we’ve not said it enough,
thanks again to you and your publications -
Alternatives & Coast News Magazines.
We know that when you give you do give.
We are honored and appreciative when you
choose us for your charitable giving and your
volunteer time, especially today, when the
economy is so poor and funds are tight. Our
pledge to you remains to provide the best
possible service for our clients and to always
be good stewards of the contributions you
make.
Signed,
Thank you Bill, for all you do!
Johanna Haynes
But the most outstanding part of this
event has been the music provided by mem-
bers of the Long Bay Symphony Youth
Orchestra. Last year’s youth program fea-
tured four of the Youth Orchestras’ most tal-
ented musicians who were the concerto win-
ners for the 2007-08 season. And, they were
wonderful!!!!!
This event is limited to 50 patrons and if
you have not attended one of these teas, you
won’t want to miss this, the LBS Guild’s
annual, Tea & Symphony, Sunday, March
22, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Art Museum, 3100
S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach. Tickets are
$30 per person with $25 being a tax
deductible donation.
For more information call 843-650-3002.
Visa and Master Card are accepted.
JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009 5
Clemson Architecture Professor Wins
National Creative Achievement Award
Robert Miller, professor of architecture and director of the Clemson Architecture
Center in Charleston, has received a national Creative Achievement Award from the
Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture. Miller was recognized for his spring
2008 work with his design-build studio in creating “The MINImuseum of Richard
McMahan.” Miller’s award is one of three given nationwide this year.
The MINImuseum was an exhibition of more than 1,100 works of McMahan’s minia-
tures: tiny replicas of the world’s greatest works of art. The Clemson Architecture Center
in Charleston was commissioned by the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art to design
and build an exhibition suitable for the Florida artist’s unique body of work. The result-
ing showcase was a Piccolo Spoleto Invitational Exhibition and was on display in May
and June 2008 in the Rotunda of the Addlestone Library at the College of Charleston.
“The significance of this project lies “The project is important secondly as
first in the quality of its design and its a model for design-build, service-learning
effectiveness at deliver- studies,” Miller said. “It
CMYK
ing the project mandate: illustrates the opportunity
presenting the oeuvre of offered by emerging digi-
Richard McMahan with tal technologies, not as an
dignity, insight and both exploration of technology
seriousness as well as in its own right, but as a
humor,” said Miller. tool for dramatically
“While the project tran- expanding the scope and
scended logic, every quality of student-initiated
aspect of it was anchored work. It also suggests that
in logical responses to student projects can be not
McMahan’s work, the site only educational, they can
and the curator’s brief. Professor Robert Miller make a difference.”
Each year the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture honors architectur-
al educators who inspire and challenge students, contribute to the profession's knowl-
edge base and extend their work beyond the borders of academia into practice and the
public sector.
Miller has taught at Clemson since 1990 and has been director of the Clemson
Architecture Center in Charleston since 2000.
The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture was founded in 1912 to
advance the quality of architectural education. Membership in the organization has
grown to more than 250 architecture schools throughout the United States and Canada.
Through these schools, more than 5,000 architecture faculty members are represented.
To view a time-lapse video of the Clemson students installing the exhibition
and learn more about McMahan’s art, visit www.halsey.cofc.edu/min
get ready for some typographic improvisa-
Fontmeister Chank Diesel
tions and renovations... see inspirations for
Presents ‘Hi-Octane Type’ his early font work, samples of fonts in action
at AAF Ad Luncheon and case studies of how custom fonts help
create great brands. For more on Chank, sam-
By Paulette Johnson ple his blog at chank.wordpress.com, or his
The American Advertising Federation-
unique fonts online at www.chank.com. Or
visit his MySpace page at
Coastal Carolinas (AAF-CC), the local chap-
www.myspace.com/chankdiesel. Or search
ter of the American Advertising Federation
"Chank Diesel" on youtube for some cool
(AAF), is presenting its January luncheon at
videos
11:30 a.m. Thursday, January 15, at the Dunes
AAF-CC is a non-profit organization com-
Club Golf & Beach Club, 9000 N Ocean
prised of advertising, marketing and public
Blvd. Myrtle Beach. Owner/Founder & Top
relations professionals. Our membership area
Cat at Chank Fonts, Chank Diesel, will be our
spans Florence, Georgetown and Myrtle
featured speaker.
Beach, SC and Wilmington, North Carolina.
Playful, experimental, fun. Isn't this the
The purpose of AAF-CC shall be to provide
life you've always dreamed of? Chank Diesel
and promote a better understanding of the
has taken a prolific passion for communica-
functions of advertising and its values; to
tion design and turned it into Chank Fonts, a
apply these skills, creativity and energy of the
successful font foundry and custom design
advertising industry whenever it is needed to
practice located in a scenic warehouse studio
help social problems; to advocate the stan-
in the currently sub-zero Arts District of
dards of advertising through a voluntary pro-
Northeast Minneapolis.
gram of self regulation; to promote good fel-
Have you been to Taco Bell or Target?
lowship and free exchange of ideas.
Tuned into the Cartoon Network? Or visited
the Smithsonian’s Cooper Hewitt National For more information about AAF-CC,
Design Museum? visit www.aafcoastalcarolinas.com or con-
You've seen his work. Font designer tact Bonnie Rogers, Programs Chair at 843-
Chank is planning a special program for us: 445-1656.
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Learning Along The Waccamaw
By Linda Ketron
Art Works, CLASS and
the Moveable Feast
You will find this venerable trio
inside The Chocolate & Coffee
lowed by a signing at Litchfield
Books at 2 p.m. Reservations are
requested by the Wednesday prior
to the feast. The schedule for the
first quarter of 2009 is available
onsite in the Litchfield Exchange,
online (www.classatpawleys.com)
Special OLLI Programs
The Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute at Coastal Carolina
University offers scores of courses
and special programs at five loca-
tions throughout the Grand Strand.
For details, visit the Web site at
Writing Poems from Family
Photographs: Bring two or three
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Aura: Each of us has an aura – a Island and dig up a bit of history ~ “Cotton Trail,” and island explo- Frustrated by music notation?
• Auctions of weekly lessons, this beginners’
Sapghetti Dinner with salad and garlic bread - $5.99 radiance that emanates from and a set of shackles used centuries ago rations, OLLI’s gifted guides Don’t know a half-note from a
• Rally Functions class in chord piano techniques is
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• Boat, Garden, Car Shows Snappy Zappy’s Subs surrounds the body. In meta-
physics, the proper interpretation island. This poignant story, written
(Karen Fuss, Julie Finlayson and
Betty Molnar) will fill your learn all the basic reading skills
for you. You’ll learn all the chords
needed to play any pop song, any
All Subs are $5.99 for Small; $7.99 for Large. in lyric prose by South Carolina’s Thursdays and Fridays with excit- you need for playing and reading
of an aura reveals information style and any key. If you can find
about the self – strengths/weak- Poet Laureate, is beautifully illus- ing opportunities to learn about this music on any instrument. Instructor
The Deluxe Angus Sub – Flame-roasted roast beef topped with your middle C and know the meaning of
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Mama Mia’s Sub – Loads of Salami, Ham, and provolone cheese with opportunities for personal growth Thomas. booklet and CD in class.
already know enough to enroll in
house-made Italian dressing and all the trimmings.
The New York Traditional Sub – Sugar baked ham and your choice essential to soul growth. In this this workshop. If not, send a self-
of cheese then dress it up your way. workshop, your aura will be addressed, stamped envelope for a
revealed and explained in a private free pamphlet to Music Masters, 90
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• Church Services Every Sunday 9:30 a.m. at the Information Center
• Jan. 17 - Anniversary Party
• Jan. 21 - Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Assn.
• Jan. 22 - Christian Women’s Club Luncheon
• Jan. 23 – Christian Women’s Work Shop
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Chakra Workshops: Three
Fresh Salads $8.99 workshops addressing root, solar
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BLT Salad – Crispy mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy (Feb. 21) and crown chakra and
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basil infused dressing.
integration of the system (Feb. 28)
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House Salad - Large enough for 2 or more - $4.99
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Famous House Specialties The Moveable Feast
Deep-fried Dill Pickle with our special sauce - $5.99 This popular series of literary
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Garlic Bread - $2.50 ing author at different Waccamaw
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fee is $25 and most feasts are fol-
Hearts by Suz! - try an OLLI workshop in fused glass.
his new book "Lee in the
Lowcountry" on Jan. 30.
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Tips For Better Nutrition the time we get dehydrated most
Health From S.C.’s
Forego the designer coffee
drinks. When it's cold outside, peo-
ple reach for warm drinks; and nor-
often.
- www.aarp.org
First Family Physical Activity
By Curry Hagerty
The Healthy SC Challenge is the
mally, that means a run to the coffee
shop around the corner. If you have
to get your fix of caffeine, do it with
coffee instead of a mocha latte or a
The data is convincing that regular
physical activity provides protection
from breast cancer and a growing
number of studies are finding that it
Sanford family's effort to get all South blended drink. Many of the concoc-
may be even more life-saving for
Carolinians to do just a little more to tions at your local Starbucks have
live a healthier lifestyle. The tips are breast cancer survivors. Yale School
more than 700 calories. 700 calories
designed to encourage individuals of Medicine scientists followed 933
for a drink?! Your best bet is a cup
and communities to live healthier women diagnosed with breast cancer
of coffee with a bit of skim milk; it
lifestyles in three categories - nutri- over a four- to nine-year time period
has only a few calories and the same
tion, exercise and help to quit smok- pick-me-up power as those calorie- and found that 2 years after diagnosis,
ing. The tips can also be found on the laden lattes. Also, remember to stay women who engaged in any recre-
challenge's website, hydrated by drinking lots of water ational activity at all had a 60% lower
www.healthysc.gov. risk of death than those who were
during the winter months. This is
sedentary. Women who walked
briskly at least 2 to 3 hours a week
SUDOKU reduced their risk of death by 67%.
Women who became sedentary after
CMYK
diagnosis were four times more likely
to die of breast cancer than those who
by Linda Thistle
Gullah Galore –
Family Fun Event
By Stephanie Thomas
On January 17 learn how
African Americans have helped
shaped Lowcountry culture with
Gullah Galore at The Charleston
Museum. From 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
participate in crafts and activities to
entertain and educate children and
families about the unique heritage
of the Gullah people. Presenters
include Queen Quet, Chieftess of
the Gullah/Geechee Nation and the
Gullah/Geechee Nation Wisdom
Circle Council of Elders.
Gullah/Geechee artisans will
showcase their works and explain
• On Jan. 7, 1785, Jean-Pierre
Blanchard and John Jeffries travel
27” WEB-100
from Dover, England, to Calais,
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the first to cross the English
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Channel by air. They nearly crashed
into the Channel, however, as their
balloon was weighed down by
extraneous supplies such as silk-
covered oars, with which they
hoped to row their way through the
air.
• On Jan. 8, 1867, Congress over-
rides President Andrew Johnson's
veto of a bill granting all adult male
citizens of the District of Columbia
the right to vote, and the bill
becomes law. It was the first law in
American history that granted black
males the right to vote.
• On Jan. 11, 1908, President
Theodore Roosevelt designates a
large part of the Grand Canyon a
national monument. Congress
increased the protection of the
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were inactive before diagnosis and
remained so. Based on the studies I
have reviewed, daily exercise should
be a standard part of the treatment
plan for any cancer survivor.
For those at risk for cancer (which
is all of us!), remember that regular
physical activity (exercise) is third
only to avoiding tobacco and main-
taining a healthy body weight as the
most powerful thing you can do to
reduce your cancer risk. For more on
cancer prevention, visit
www.PreventCancer.org.
– Dr. Ann Kulze, Nationally rec-
ognized nutrition and wellness expert,
www.dranns10steps.com
Tobacco
If you have asthma, smoking is
especially risky because of the dam-
age it does to the lungs. When some-
one smokes, he or she may cough,
wheeze, and feel short of breath. This
how these aspects of the Gullah/
Geechee traditions continue to be
maintained and passed on.
Queen Quet will do a histo-
musical presentation entitled
"From Sharecropper to Free-We
Gullah/Geechee." Explore African
and Gullah artifacts in the
Charleston Museum with a special
family scavenger hunt. This event
is free for museum members and
free with paid admission:
$10/adults; $5/ children; children
under 3 are free.
Each month The Charleston
Museum offers a special Saturday
program dedicated to providing an
educational and exciting experi-
ence for the whole family. Join us
each month for a different themed
canyon in 1932 by making it a
national park, ensuring that private
development would never spoil the
Grand Canyon.
• On Jan. 9, 1493, Italian explorer
Christopher Columbus, sailing near
the Dominican Republic, sees three
"mermaids" -- in reality manatees --
and describes them as "not half as
beautiful as they are painted."
Mermaids, mythical half-female,
half-fish creatures, are typically
depicted as having a woman's head
and torso, a fishtail instead of legs
and holding a mirror and comb.
• On Jan. 6, 1925, Finnish long-dis-
tance runner Paavo Nurmi appears
in the first of his 55 U.S. races. Of
these, he lost only his last race, a
half-mile sprint. Some newspapers
speculated that he had lost only out
of politeness to his American hosts.
• On Jan. 5, 1933, construction
begins on the Golden Gate Bridge,
as workers start excavating 3.25
million cubic feet of dirt for the
structure's huge anchorages. The
Golden Gate Bridge officially
opened on May 27, 1937, the
longest bridge span in the world at
the time.
is because smoke irritates the airways,
causing them to become swollen, nar-
row, and filled with sticky mucus.
These are the same things that happen
during an asthma flare-up. That's why
smoking can cause asthma flare-ups
to happen more often. Those flare-ups
may be more severe and harder to
control, even with medicine.
- www.kidshealth.org
The Healthy S.C. Challenge is an
outcome-based, cooperative effort
aimed at encouraging individuals,
communities and organizations
across the state to show shared
responsibility in developing innova-
tive ways to improve the health of
South Carolina's citizens. For more
information about the Healthy S.C.
Challenge, visit www.healthysc.gov,
or call 803-737-4772.
event including presentations and
craft projects for children of all
ages. Themes include archaeology,
historic crafts, animals, and more.
The Charleston Museum,
founded in 1773, is America’s first
museum. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprof-
it organization. Holding the most
extensive collection of South
Carolina cultural and scientific col-
lections in the nation, it also owns
two National Historic Landmark
houses, the Heyward-Washington
House (1772) and the Joseph
Manigault House (1803), as well as
the Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre
wildlife preserve. Museum hours
are Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5
p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m.
• On Jan. 10, 1979, the last convert-
ible Volkswagen Beetle is produced.
The VW "Bug" was a popular car
throughout the 1960s and 1970s,
leading to innovations such as sun-
roofs and convertible tops in an oth-
erwise unchanging design.
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What Happens When
Cops Disregard the Law?
By Staff Reporters
America is a country founded
on the rule of law and respect of
the same. However, a big problem
results when those charged with
upholding the law are the same
ones who break it.
Such is the case of the Myrtle
Beach Police Department and its
actions in attempting to smear
Myrtle Beach resident and Horry
County councilman Marion
Foxworth with a charge of prostitu-
tion.
Foxworth and the MBPD have
some history with Foxworth, for a
period of 20 years, attempting to
get better police protection for the
residents of the south end of Myrtle
Beach, which is also a portion of
his council district.
For years, he has complained
about a two-tiered system of justice
in the city with the police depart-
ment ignoring the south end except
for occasional forays of Gestapo
like tactics. The north end, the area
that includes the upper class Pine
Lakes, Dunes and Grande Dunes
sub-divisions, receives genteel,
high paid security services from
the department, according to
Foxworth.
Several weeks after a highly
charged Crime Watch meeting in
Foxworth’s neighborhood, the
MBPD arrested him, on October
18, 2007, for loitering for prostitu-
tion during a sting in the area.
The crime? A woman asked him
for a ride home and he obliged.
However, the police claim the
woman is a known prostitute and,
after Foxworth spent a very few
minutes inside her house, remem-
ber she is a constituent of
Foxworth’s, the police swooped in
and tried to make a case against
them.
Both were intercepted individu-
ally and questioned separately.
Those interviews, if you can call
them that, were recorded on video-
recorders in the police cars
involved.
In the case of Foxworth’s ques-
tioning, the camera in the police
car is repositioned by an officer to
capture Foxworth in the picture at
all times.
The officer who stopped
Foxworth knows Foxworth’s iden-
tity and that he is an elected coun-
ty official, before getting out of his
car.
Foxworth denies any wrongdo-
ing and within a couple of minutes,
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several more officers swoop into
the area with one officer telling
Foxworth, “We have enough to
arrest you right now.”
At the same time Foxworth is
being questioned, and for a consid-
erable time after the short question-
ing of Foxworth is completed, the
woman, Dorothy Crossman, is
interrogated.
Her initial statement to police
virtually mirrors Foxworth’s – that
he came into her house, spoke for
several minutes about a political
mail piece she had received, got a
phone call and left.
Immediately, she is stopped by
the police officer questioning her
and told she is lying.
The officer initially interrogat-
ing Crossman, receives a phone
call during which he says, “I have
no doubt what happened.”
After finishing the phone call,
he tells Crossman, “That was my
boss. You’ve been lying to me.”
Crossman denies this, but the
officer is persistent and starts to
threaten her with a prior record that
includes prostitution as well as
shop-lifting and minor drug pos-
session arrests.
She asks if she is going to jail
and Tucker tells her “I got enough
to put you in jail based on you
lying to me. It’s not a hard deci-
sion.”
Another officer arrives and
takes part in the questioning during
which he insists several times that
some type of sexual act took place
between the two.
Crossman then says she
received $20 from Foxworth to
buy cigarettes. Crossman changes
her statements to police several
times during the questioning in an
apparent attempt to satisfy the offi-
cers, but in no instance admits to
any sexual act having taken place
between her and Foxworth.
Tucker asks for a statement
from Crossman. She complies by
writing out a short statement, then
asking the officer, “Is that cool?”
After requesting a transport to
the location with Crossman and
confirming with police dispatch
that she is going to be arrested and
charged with loitering, the second
officer to arrive asks Crossman
what her interpretation of receiving
money from Foxworth.
Crossman responds the money
was for cigarettes. “He said I’ll give
you money for cigarettes and I’ll give
you a ride home. We came here.”
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Crossman is asked if Foxworth
had a discussion with her about
sexual intercourse and she replies
“No.”
“He didn’t come out and say he
wanted to have sex?” the officer
asks. “No,” replied Crossman.
Crossman is told he is being
arrested for loitering. This occurs
after she has been asked to make a
statement. During the entire almost
50 minutes of the questioning, she
is never advised of her Miranda
rights.
Both were taken to the Myrtle
Beach jail and charged with loiter-
ing for prostitution. There is evi-
dence in the DVD’s, on which the
questioning and arrests are record-
ed, that the decision to arrest
Foxworth and Crossman was made
at the very top of the MBPD com-
mand structure.
Foxworth’s pants and under-
wear are also seized by police,
without a warrant or consent from
Foxworth, and sent to SLED for
DNA analysis.
As an aside, a local media outlet
requested information from the
city on how many times articles of
clothing had been seized from a
person charged with loitering for
prostitution in addition to the
seizure from Foxworth.
The city’s response was that it
had happened only in Foxworth’s
case.
A reference buccal swab was
obtained from Crossman for com-
parison, but not from Foxworth.
The DNA analysis was received
by MBPD from SLED in Spring
2008. Whispers start from the
police department that the “DNA
nails Foxworth.”
Fourteen months after the
arrest, with no new evidence being
turned up by the police, Foxworth
receives a threat from the Myrtle
Beach solicitor handling the case
that, if he does not plead guilty to
the charge of loitering, will be re-
arrested and have a charge of solic-
itation for prostitution added to his
case.
It is also interesting to note that
this threat occurred after Foxworth
was re-elected, in November 2008,
for another four year term to his
council seat.
Foxworth refuses to accept the
plea, is re-arrested and the second
charge is added.
Two media outlets in the area
obtained a copy of the DNA analy-
sis and submitted it to a total of
Marion Foxworth
three different DNA labs for
review. All three of the labs con-
clude that there is nothing in the
results to prove that any sexual
contact occurred between
Foxworth and Crossman.
One of the labs specifically
points to areas in the analysis that
would exclude Crossman from the
results and the other lab says trace
findings in the analysis would be
much higher if sexual contact
occurred.
A third media outlet noted the
difference in the initial incident
report of October 18, 2007, with
the sworn statement by Tucker on
the second arrest warrant dated
December 11, 2008.
Citizens have a right to expect
the police department to make
arrests when evidence of a crime
has taken place. They do not, how-
ever, expect officers to try and
make evidence conform, or lead
questioning of a witness in that
direction, to satisfy a pre-deter-
mined conclusion in the officer’s
minds.
To do so, especially in an
attempt to silence a political critic
or opponent, is operating in the
same manner that the Gestapo used
to silence critics in Nazi Germany.
This type of action is disgusting
and illegal.
Police officers also swear to
uphold the constitution of the state
of South Carolina and the United
States of America while conduct-
ing their duties.
The gathering of evidence and
probable cause for arrest warrants
is addressed in the 4th Amendment
of the U.S. Constitution and in
numerous decisions by the U.S.
Supreme Court and extended to be
the law of the states through the
14th Amendment of the U.S.
Constitution.
The 4th Amendment guards
against unreasonable searches and
seizures by law enforcement agen-
cies. The amendment specifically
requires search and arrest warrants
7
be sanctioned by a judge and sup-
ported by probable cause sworn to
generally by a police officer who is
accountable to the court for its
accuracy and truthfulness.
It has been held in many court
cases that probable cause comes
from facts and circumstances
directly in the officer’s knowledge,
generally from personally seeing
or hearing them, or from “reason-
ably trustworthy information”
from a witness of the offense.
It would certainly seem that
Crossman’s continued denial, on
the October 18, 2007 record of her
questioning, of any sexual activity
between her and Foxworth and
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specific denial of Foxworth sug-
gesting such activity would pre-
clude Tucker from providing a
sworn statement on the December
11, 2008 warrant, that he had prob-
able cause for an arrest on the
charge of solicitation of prostitu-
tion.
However, that is exactly what
was done and the solicitor fol-
lowed through with the execution
of the warrant. Didn’t anybody at
the city view the evidence on the
tape or understand the lack of cor-
roborating evidence from the
SLED DNA analysis?
If not, the city officials involved
are certainly guilty of malfeasance
and possibly much worse.
The 14th Amendment provides
for equal protection of the law and
also its equal application. In addi-
tion to the above probable cause
requirements, which are extended
to each state by this amendment,
there is the question of why, only in
Foxworth’s case, were items of
clothing illegally seized and sent to
SLED for DNA analysis?
This certainly appears that
Foxworth was specifically targeted
and the police officers involved
directed by top command authority
to work on Crossman until “evi-
dence” for an arrest could be
found.
Even with those extremes, the
MBPD failed in its attempt. The
prosecutor, having the ability to
determine that not enough evi-
dence existed for successful prose-
cution of the case, instead added a
second charge, one which is totally
unsubstantiated by the evidence or
actually lack of same.
This is not Nazi Germany and
the MBPD should not be allowed
to act like the Gestapo. One can
only hope that the full remedy for
violation of civil rights will be vig-
orously pursued by Foxworth and
the city will be made to see the
error of its ways and hold those
involved accountable.
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Notes From the Waccamaw Riverkeeper
By Christine Ellis
With the holiday season behind
us and facing the worst recession
since World War II, according to
Bloomberg News
(www.bloomberg.com), there is not
a better time to reconnect with
nature…appreciating the plants
and animals that inhabit our natu-
ral world. Best of all it costs little
or nothing.
Trend forecasters indicate that,
faced with hard times, individuals
tend to socialize less, retreating into
their homes and “cocooning”, a
term coined in the ‘90s by Faith
CMYK
cepts of opting for a simpler life
and enjoying our natural environ-
ment.
A happy, healthy and prosperous
2009 to all!
Backpacking Through
Life: Essays on the Earth
By David Scott
Backpacking is both a science
and an art. It’s a science in that
there is a very large body of facts
regarding the subject that has to be
sifted through and digested before a
trip can be successful. It’s an art in
ing bag, tent, utensils, tools, and
food that fulfill their intended pur-
poses.
The overriding consideration in
packing a backpack is weight. If
you carry too much gear, the pack
becomes a burden that limits your
trip.
Instead of enabling you to live
independently while enjoying your
natural setting, it becomes a mill-
stone and a negative distraction.
Instead of giving you the freedom
of movement to go where you want,
too much weight makes you focus
solely on getting to your destina-
obligations that do nothing but
make our pack heavy and hard to
lift. We have all purchased things
that we didn’t really need. We have
taken on debt in order to finance
cars and houses that we could have
done without. We have bought
things simply to bolster our egos
and to impress our friends. We have
accepted our society’s tyranny of
luxury. We have been all too will-
ing to become victimized by adver-
tising and the status game. The
price we are paying is a pack that
many of us can hardly lift, much
less carry with a smile on our face.
Successful backpackers carry
only what they need and a few
becomes his friend, allowing its
owner to see and experience the
world that otherwise would have
been missed.
WHITE PAPER
Are we hiking through life with
a backpack full of bricks—items
Greater Grand Strand Projects
that serve no useful purpose except "Which Are on the Shelf and "Shovel-
to weigh us down and make us Ready" to Go" Obama and Congress
hurry to the end of the trail? Or
have we, as a seasoned backpacker,
Just Send Money
chosen only those things that make
our trip possible, pleasurable, and
memorable? A light pack as a life Preamble: Our county has been hit hard by the current recession. In recent years it has become the destination of choice for our 60 mile long "Grand
lived lightly, gives voyagers both a Strand" beaches for an ever increasing number of visitors now estimated to be more than 22.5 million in Horry, Georgetown & Brunswick Counties).
bounce in their step and enthusiasm Additionally because our area offers both active and retired persons a long list and a wide range of life-style places to live, work and play, more than
for the trail ahead. 2000 new families have moved to Horry County (The Home Rule sponsoring umbrella and enabling county government for our six municipalities,
Christine Ellis is the Waccamaw Aynor, Garden City, Loris, Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, and Surfside Beach) each year since the 2000 census. Our citizens welcome both visitors
River Keeper, which is a program and newcomers with traditional southern hospitality. We are scrambling to find ways to get our community on the right track to do the right thing quick-

Popcorn, a marketing consultant
(www.faithpopcorn.com).
recession means less money for
purchases and buying less stuff.
The following essay, by David
Scott, a Winyah Rivers Foundation
Board Member, combines the con-
that a person’s style and preference
The influences the decisions to be made.
The equipment chosen is of
extreme importance: boots that are
comfortable and durable; a well-
engineered pack that carries its load
and conforms to your back; sleep-
tion.
Backpacking is symbolic of life
itself. Most of us, with the best
intentions, carry around a pack that
is jammed with extraneous bag-
gage. As we have been brain-
washed to believe, we have sur-
candy bars to look forward to at the
end of a long hike. Their light pack
frees them to stop and visit with
their fellow hikers, to stoop to
enjoy a wildflower, and to pause
and drink in the scenery. Instead of
being an enemy of the hiker, an art-
of Winyah Rivers Foundation.
Contact her c/o Coastal Caroina
University Center for Marine and
Wetland Studies, 1270 Atantic
Avenue, Conway, S.C. 29526; 843-
349-4007; wrk@coastal.edu;
www.winyahrivers.org.
CMYK
ly and sensibly and thereby enable those who are anxious and ready to find well paying jobs, get back to work and again be proud tax paying
Americans instead of embarrassed unemployed tax consumers.
During the past 20 or so years our community leaders have found various sound citizen-supported ways to build a modem comprehensive internodal
transportation systems. Much has been done however; our increasing demands and unfunded mandated changes have outstripped our traditional tax and
fee based revenue income. A long citizen approved list of unfunded badly needed projects has been compiled and prioritized.

Poplar United Methodist
Church To Host
Blackwood Gospel Quartet
Sunday, Jan. 18
By Pastor George Olive
The Blackwood Gospel Quartet will per-
form at Poplar United Methodist Church,
located at 5095 Hwy. 701 North, on Sunday,
January 18, beginning at 5 p.m. The service is
free and open to the public. Light refreshments
will be served in the fellowship hall following
the performance.
The original Blackwood Brothers Quartet
was formed in 1934 in the hills of Mississippi,
with Roy, Doyle, James, and Roy’s oldest son,
R.W. Blackwood. Their dedication and effort
to spread the Gospel in song has left a great
heritage and blessed the lives of many people.
Since that early formation, the group has won
countless awards, sung thousands of concerts,
and appeared on many television shows. The
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dedication of Roy, Doyle, James, and R. W.
Blackwood continues today through the hearts
and lives of the Blackwood Gospel Quartet.
They still sing the traditional close harmony
quartet style music the Blackwoods are famous
for.
Mark Blackwood started singing when he
was nine years old with the Blackwood Little
Brothers. Mark is the lead and baritone singer
for the Blackwood Gospel Quartet. He has won
two Grammy awards for recordings he pro-
duced for the Blackwood Brothers Quartet.
Mark is the son of the late Cecil Blackwood,
who was the baritone for the group for forty-
six years. Blackwood was born and raised in
Memphis, but now lives in Knoxville, Tenn.
with his wife, Jennifer, and their five-year-old
son, Jamison.
Dustin Bearden is the tenor for the
Blackwood Gospel Quartet. He received his
singing training from Josh Feemster, Mary
Nell Bozeman, and Bill Crowe, and has sung
with Providence, New Vision Quartet, Narrow
Way Quartet, and Alliance. Dustin's love for
Gospel music began at the young age of six
but, once Dustin
David Mann is the baritone/lead for the
quartet. Throughout his life he has sung in
many different groups and church choirs; in
fact, the first recording of him singing was
made when David was only three years old. In
the spring of 2006, David was married to his
beautiful wife, Jael, and in the fall of 2007, the
happy couple welcomed their son, Jack David
into the world.
Brad Smith adds the great lowdown bass
part to the Blackwood Gospel Quartet. Brad
has been involved in gospel music for almost
20 years, and was a member of the New Speers
and the Impacts. He has performed with the
Symphony Orchestras in Phoenix, Ariz.,
Jackson, Tenn., Louisville, Ky., as well as the
Alabama Symphony Orchestra in
Birmingham, Ala. Brad has been nominated
twice for “Male Vocalist of the Year” by the
Gospel Voice Magazine. Brad lives in the
Nashville area with his wife, Cassie, and their
three-year-old son, Jackson.
The Blackwood Gospel Quartet does not
take its heritage in Gospel music lightly, nor
the responsibility of integrity that goes with it.
Join the congregation at Poplar United
Cameron Art Museum
Changes Hours, Membership
By Caroline Culbert
In an effort to economize in these diffi-
cult times, the Cameron Art Museum will
initiate changes to public hours. New
weekday hours will be in effect as of
January 15:
Mondays: closed (no change)
Tuesdays – Fridays: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Saturdays – Sundays: 11a.m. – 5 p.m.
(no change)
The Museum will continue to offer a
wide variety of public programs on
Thursday evenings, but Museum galleries
will no longer be open for viewing on those
evenings.
Also beginning in January, the Cameron
Art Museum is expanding member benefits
with free admission to all museum exhibi-
tions (member admission will require
Last year a majority of those who voted (we had a record turnout) approved two "add a penny" sales tax referendums (one for Education Facilities
expansion and improvements and one for our long standing underfunded 900 miles of mostly dirt community roads). Both of these high demand pro-
grams have been slowed or stopped by the current recession. In sum, our community, like many others in America, needs help. We are "Fired up and
Ready to go" just send money. Our on the Shelf Ready to start Short and Long term citizen majority approved and supported list follows:
Short Term:
1. Expand and enhances the Horry County Confinement facility (now being built austerely and with less than needed capacity and trained professional
staff). More funds are urgently needed to enable our Sheriff to build a modern adequate facility and hire, train, put to work and sustain an adequate
acceptable federal and state mandated facility with a 24/7 professional custodial staff.
2. Provide additional FAA and Homeland Security mandated improvements at the (now under way) Myrtle Beach Airport projects.
3. More jump start funds to get the partially funded 1-73 and I-74 highway projects moving faster.
4. Provide additional funds to speed up improvement on a long list of unsafe, slow and overcrowded get to and from work, school and "Map Quest"
visitor-followed area roads.
5. Fund near work adequate Housing for public sector 24/7 shift workers (Health systems enablers, firemen,
policeman, etc.)
6. Build and provide Housing, Education support and Jobs for severely wounded Veterans who want to come to the Myrtle Beach/Grand Strand
Community to live and work.
7. Dredge the unsafe navigation silt out of the 30 mile stretch of the Intercoastal Waterway that runs through Horry & Brunswick Counties.
8. Increase the medical service capacity of our fine large regional medical centers (Conway, Georgetown, Loris, Myrtle Beach and Brunswick.
9. Provide funds to keep Welcome Centers along 1-95 and in the Coastal Region open 16 hours per day 24/7 to help people get to
and enjoy the Grand Strand.

gave his life to the Methodist Church for Sunday School at 9:45 Long Range List:
Friends of Lord, he knew that a.m. with a traditional service following at 11 showing a current membership card). The
public is encouraged to take advantage of
Chapin singing Gospel
music was his call-
a.m. Nursery care is provided.
For more information, contact Poplar this new member benefit of free admission 1. Complete 1-73 and 1-74 Soonest.
Memorial ing. United Methodist Church at 843-365-5883. throughout the year. 2. Build, near the Grand Strand, a Regional International Airport which will accommodate the world’s largest intercontinental jets.
The project plan should include a rapid Rail system which would run from the terminal to our extensive ocean-front accommodations, restaurants and
Library recreational opportunities. Note: The Grand Strand has over 125,000 rooms, 2,000 restaurants, over 100 golf courses, and other all ages family oriented

Annual interesting activities.

3. Build a flood water diversion canal from the Waccamaw River to the Atlantic Ocean. This is a much needed NC/SC flood water attenuation and
Book accommodation project. The Corps of Engineers is well aware of this project and its planned Right of way (ROW) design and potential cost. Low cost
fill dirt removed from the canal ROW could be used to help lower costs to construct 1-74 and I-73.
Sale 4. Visualize, plan and construct a Coastal Carolina sponsored Grand Strand Veterans and International Student College Campus near the Ocean. It's mis-
sion would be to train and retrain wounded warriors and foreign students. Several Foreign languages would be taught. Graduates would be encouraged
to spend time abroad helping local leaders, UN sponsored activities and US financed improvements which are needed and meant to help elected local
January 29, 6-9 p.m. Members Only leaders implement programs that will enhance the lives of their citizens.
Member Cards Available at the Door - $10
January 29/30 9-2p.m. Status of our Ready To Go Proposals
Open to the public
at Chapin Memorial Library Detailed engineering and cost data for all of the Short Tenn and some of the Long Tenn programs has been compiled and is readily available, Key and
400 14th Ave. North, Myrtle Beach "Lynch pin" visionary planers, small and large business owners and well known proven contractors are here and ready to go to work.
Thanks for your Consideration.
Proceeds To the Shirley Boon Scolarship Fund James Vaught, Lt. General, (retired)
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Tired all the Time? Eight Medical Issues to be Aware Of
By www.SixWise.com
Tired all the Time?
Eight Medical Issues to
be Aware Of
By www.SixWise.com
It’s estimated that 20 percent of
Americans feel tired to the point that
it interferes with their daily life. This
type of overwhelming and chronic
fatigue interferes with your ability to
enjoy life and feel productive, but
why does it happen?
Countless emotional and physical
problems can contribute to feelings
of tiredness, but often fatigue is the
result of taxing lifestyle habits such
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as:
Not sleeping enough (getting
even one hour less sleep than you
need can leave you feeling drowsy,
according to the Mayo Clinic)
Eating poorly or drinking too
much caffeine or alcohol
Inactivity
Stress (trying to do too much,
worrying about work or finances,
etc.)
Decreased energy, fatigue,
and feeling "slowed down" are
common symptoms of depression
to watch out for.
How can you tell if your lifestyle
is causing you to be tired?
Take two to three weeks and
clean up your act -- get more sleep,
trim your social obligations, eat bet-
ter, drink more water, take a high-
quality multivitamin and cut back on
caffeine and alcohol, Sandra
Adamson Fryhofer, MD, of Atlanta
recommended in Prevention maga-
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zine.
"If you have made the changes
that make sense, and you're still feel-
ing the symptoms of fatigue, then
you need professional help," Dr.
Fryhofer said.
If feelings of fatigue are interfer-
ing with your quality of life, see a
health care professional to help you
find the root of the problem.
Numerous medical conditions, such
as the ones listed below, may be to
blame.
Eight Common Medical
Causes of Fatigue
Sleep Disorders: An estimated
50 million to 70 million people suffer
from sleep loss or sleep disorders,
according to the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention. These range
from insomnia -- the inability to fall
asleep and stay asleep -- to sleep
apnea. In the case of sleep apnea,
reduced airflow in your airway caus-
es your breathing to stop. This leads
to frequent, brief awakenings that
can leave you feeling excessively
fatigued during the day, even though
you don’t recall being awakened.
Thyroid Problems:
Hypothyroidism, which occurs when
your thyroid gland does not release
enough thyroid hormone, as well as
hyperthyroidism, which occurs when
your thyroid produces excess hor-
mone, can both result in fatigue.
Diabetes: Extreme fatigue is
often an early warning sign of type 2
diabetes. Other symptoms include
excessive thirst, frequent urination,
blurred vision and recurring infec-
tions. A physician can determine if
you have diabetes by performing a
simple blood test.
Anemia: This blood disorder
impacts your blood’s ability to trans-
port oxygen, leading to fatigue.
Anemia can be caused by numerous
conditions ranging from heavy men-
strual periods, vitamin deficiencies
or chronic diseases such as rheuma-
toid arthritis or cancer.
Depression: Along with feelings
of sadness, changes in eating and
sleeping patterns and problems with
memory and concentration, depres-
sion frequently results in a signifi-
cant loss of energy.
Cancer: Fatigue may be a symp-
tom of cancer, as well as a side effect
of cancer treatment.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: This
chronic condition involves inflam-
mation in the lining of the joints, and
early symptoms often include fatigue
and low energy, along with joint pain
and loss of appetite. Anemia and thy-
roid disorders, which also cause
fatigue, are common in people with
rheumatoid arthritis as well.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
(CFS): People with CFS suffer from
extreme fatigue that doesn’t improve
with rest, muscle aches and difficulty
concentrating. Because little is
known about the causes of this con-
dition, it’s often diagnosed on the
basis of exclusion, after other poten-
tial conditions have been ruled out.
Ready to Increase Your
Energy Once and for All?
If you’ve ruled out health condi-
tions as the cause of your tiredness,
there’s a good chance that your
habits and routines are actually to
blame. You can increase your energy
and vigor by simply striving to:
Eat well. A healthy diet with
fresh, minimally processed foods
will give you drastically more energy
than a diet of mostly processed food.
Make sure to include plenty of pro-
tein as well -- your body needs it to
keep organs functioning and energy
levels up.
Exercise. Though it sounds iron-
ic, putting out the energy to work out
will give you more energy and make
your daily tasks easier. While doing a
cardio workout, alternate several
minutes of high-intensity movement
with several minutes of lower inten-
sity. This will get your energy levels
up without wearing you down.
Tend to your emotions. Worry,
anxiety, stress and other negative
emotions will drain your energy –
fast. Even positive emotions like
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excitement and anticipation can wear
you down energy-wise. So make
sure you take time every day to calm
your mind and relax. Your body and
mind know how to relax -- we just
need to give them "permission" to do
so. This is easier said than done, of
course, so for those of you who need
a little help, we highly recommend
the Pure Relaxation: Guided
Meditations for Body, Mind & Spirit
CD by respected meditation expert
Mary Maddux.
Limit your caffeine intake. Too
much coffee or caffeinated soda will
actually tire you out in the long run
(about one cup a day is ok). Instead
of reaching for caffeinated bever-
ages, the staff at Sixwise loves
Ajmera's Orang-O Energy, Coco
Raising Funds
and Raising Hell
By Dawn Curtis
Palmetto State Roller Girls,
Myrtle Beach's Derby Little Secret
presents HELL RAISER Raising
Funds and Raising Hell. Join the
roller girls on Friday, January 16 at
7 p.m. at Wimpy's Bar and Grill for
a night of bands, babes and bruises.
Wimpy’s is located at 4711 South
Kings Hwy. across from Myrtle
Beach Harley Davidson. The event
will feature local bands Circles In
Autumn, Flick It and more.
Admission is $5, and this is a 21
and older event.
“This our first event of the new
year and we are looking forward to
recruiting new fresh meat, devoted
fans and volunteers to help make
Don’t miss the Palmetto State Rollergirls on Jan. 16 at 7 p.m., Wimpy’s, 4711 S. Kings Hwy. in Myrtle Beach.
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Energy and Mang-O Energy. These
drinks are 100% natural with NO
caffeine, no preservative, synthetic
food colors or artificial flavors. All
three of Ajmera's beverages will
keep you hydrated, helping you
function better, and are ideal after a
tiring day or just when you need a
boost. As a bonus, they taste great
and come in powder form, so you
can take them with you anywhere.
Drink more water. If you get
dehydrated, it will make you feel
sluggish. Be sure to avoid BPA and
toxins in your water as well.
Stretch. It’s a deceptively simple
way to increase your daily energy.
Using the proper form in stretching is
essential to achieving the maximum
energy benefits. To learn 15 impor-
tant stretches that stretch all the key
muscles groups throughout your
roller derby a huge success in the
Myrtle Beach area,” said Suzanne
“Sin Ferno” Stonefield. The roller
girls welcome everyone to come
out and experience what their pas-
sion. Roller Derby is not just a
sport but an experience that can be
enjoyed by everyone whether you
are a skater or a fan.
The roller girls are currently
recruiting new members for their
2009 season. Members must be
women and 18 or older. No experi-
ence is needed, just some guts and
willingness to get out and try
something new! The team is made
up of an eclectic mix of women
from age 18-45. There are profes-
sors, teachers and librarians to
EMTs, TV producers and moms.
The skaters shed their ‘civilian’
lives for their alter egos with
names like Busty Rhymes, Ono
SheDitten, Tart of Darkness and
Over 20 percent of menopausal
women in the United States are diag-
nosed with thyroid dysfunction, of
which fatigue is a common symptom.
entire body in only 15-20 minutes a
day, Sixwise.com highly recom-
mends the Stretching Toward a
Healthier Life DVD.
Sixwise.com © Copyright 2008.
Strawberry Switchblade.
Bouts are held at Dreamland
Skate Arena on 701 in Conway and
are a family friendly event.
Practices are held three times
weekly and interested skaters
(fresh meat) are encouraged to
come out to a practice. For more
information about bouts or joining,
visit the website at www.palmet-
tostaterollergirls.com.
Palmetto State Roller Girls is a
nonprofit organization form in
2006 and is Myrtle Beach’s only
flat-track all woman roller derby
team. Roller Derby is one the
fastest growing sports with over
250 female flat-track roller derby
leagues across the nation.
For additional information con-
tact Suzanne Stonefield, suzanne-
stonefield@yahoo.com, cell phone
987-335-8097.
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Is Anti-trust Creeping into
Horry County Government?
By Staff Writers
Watching the machination going
on in Conway by our supposed
government leaders last week over
the issue of solid waste flow control
in Horry County, we had to wonder
whether we had entered some type
of cyber space time warp where all
the worst forms of government pre-
side.
While an overwhelming majori-
ty of Horry County’s supposed
leaders profess to be good, God
fearing, fiscally conservative, small
government minded Republicans,
they vote like a bunch of
Communists.
Think about it, county council,
on the advice of its staff, especially
county attorney John Weaver, unan-
imously passed first reading of an
ordinance to establish a govern-
ment monopoly in the business sec-
tor and squeeze private businesses
out of the county.
Maybe it’s prophetic that the
area the county chose to establish
monopoly government control over
first is garbage because what went
down in Conway last week was just
that!
We supposedly elect our council
members to make decisions in the
best interests of all, or at least a
majority, of the county’s citizens.
We don’t elect them to work in the
interests of a few, especially when
that few are in the government
itself, at the expense of the county’s
citizens.
Government passing laws to
establish government monopolies
and wipe out private business is
Communism.
Of course, in the best traditions
of our county council, they can’t
even get Communism right. Can
anyone with even a small knowl-
edge of early 20th Century history
believe that Lenin, Stalin or Mao
would have been pushed around the
way our council members were
pushed around and dictated to by
Weaver, and his cohorts on the
Horry County Solid Waste
Authority board, last week?
Horry County through its gov-
ernment appointed Horry County
Solid Waste Authority (SWA) owns
and operates the only solid waste
landfill in the county.
That landfill is located on
Highway 90 adjacent to Sterritt
Swamp. The original landfill was
the old Conway dump in which
anything and everything was liter-
ally dumped into an area which is
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environmentally sensitive. No one
knows what types of chemicals
have been dumped there in years
past or where they are going
because the original landfill was
unlined.
In more recent years, the SWA
has had to build lined landfills, but
they still take garbage into an area
whose underground water eventu-
ally finds its way to the Waccamaw
River.
The original unlined landfill,
now has a construction and demoli-
tion (C&D) landfill built on top of
it. The resulting effect is the origi-
nal garbage, dumped in the old
unlined landfill and which creates
The Horry County Landfill will be full of household
garbage in less than three years and C & D Refuse in less
than nine years.
leachate (liquid formed by the mix-
ture of chemicals and water, both
from rain and the underground
table) now has considerable weight
on top of it. This creates a marsh-
mallow effect where the C&D land-
fill pushes down on the old garbage
landfill and squeezes the liquids
down and out into the water table.
Again, any student of history
knows that the former Communist
government of the Soviet Union
wasn’t particularly concerned about
the environment either and, when
that government finally fell, the
countries controlled by that govern-
ment faced major environmental
cleanups.
In recent years, local private
hauling companies have been tak-
ing C&D waste to private landfills
in nearby counties. Why? It’s
cheaper to haul the waste to anoth-
er county and dump it than it is to
take it to the Hwy 90 government
controlled landfill.
JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009
Who wouldn’t want to get
garbage out of the county rather
than burying it near a swamp? The
answer is our county staff and its
cronies at the SWA and the council
members they control.
I’ll bet the citizens on Hwy 90,
who have hundreds of garbage
trucks going through their neigh-
borhoods every day and have to
deal with the smell and debris from
that garbage, would like to see that
type of traffic reduced.
What is really funny here is
before she was council chairman,
Liz Gilland was a strong opponent
of the SWA and even introduced an
ordinance to disband it approxi-
mately eight years ago.
No more, now she is in the mid-
dle of an attempt by county staff
and the SWA to form a monopoly
over waste generated in the county.
Of course, it’s all about money.
The SWA is a bloated government
bureaucracy with over 100 employ-
ees on its payroll. It needs to con-
tinue to control all the waste gener-
ated in the county, at its $29 per ton
price, in order to maintain the rev-
enue needed to feed that bureaucra-
cy.
Limited Landfill Space
By its own statistics, the SWA
landfill for C&D will be full in
approximately 2-1/2 years. The
landfill being used for household
garbage has eight to nine years of
space remaining.
What happens when those land-
fills are full? The county will
decide where the waste goes, but
will still charge for it as if it was
being buried at Hwy 90.
“The ordinance WILL ensure
that all refuse generated in Horry
County will be deposited in a land-
fill (not limited necessarily to the
Hwy 90 location) that meets all
state and federal regulations, thus
relieving Horry County from any
potential financial liability for post
closure damages,” reads one sec-
tion of Weaver’s briefing memoran-
dum about the ordinance to council.
What Weaver is telling us here is
garbage will probably still go out of
the county, but only after the SWA
has received its cut and only to
landfills that the SWA has cut deals
so a healthy portion of the revenue
can be used to serve its bloated
bureaucracy.
The portion about the county not
having any potential financial lia-
bility is typical scare tactics by
Weaver. The landfills currently
being used by the private haulers
are state and federally regulated and
the county has no financial liability
from them either.
Weaver has tried to scare coun-
cil by referring to the county’s
financial liability should an envi-
ronmental problem result at a land-
fill where some of the county’s
waste is being dumped by private
haulers.
This has been a constant refrain
from the SWA for years and has no
validity. There is not now, nor has
there been, any problem at the land-
fills currently being used by the pri-
vate haulers and the county is in no
danger of a lawsuit for some of its
waste being dumped in them.
The lobbying for this ordinance
began at the county’s fall budget
meeting in December 2008. At that
meeting, Weaver and SWA attorney
Emma Ruth Brittain lobbied hard
for the county council to adopt this
ordinance.
Brittain referred to a Supreme
Court decision of April 2007 in a
lawsuit titled United Haulers
Association, Inc., et al. v. Oneida-
Herkimer Solid Waste
Management Authority.
In the court's majority decision,
the court upheld the right of local
government to establish a flow con-
trol ordinance that required trash in
those two counties in New York
state to require all trash generated
in the counties to be hauled to a
publicly owned landfill.
This was done despite the fact
that the court acknowledged the tip-
ping fee at the public landfill was
considerably higher than at private-
9
ly run landfills in other counties to
which the haulers desired to haul
trash.
The public landfill tipping fee
quoted in the decision was $86 per
ton versus the $37-$55 per ton
quoted for the private landfills.
Brittain told council members
that the decision "offers you an
opportunity to take advantage of a
revenue source on a silver platter."
She went on to say that the rev-
enue source would be "very benefi-
cial to the taxpayers of this county"
and offers the county "the opportu-
nity to capture a significant amount
of lost revenue for many years to
come."
Now, if that isn’t an obvious
indication of how Weaver and
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Brittain, the SWA and county coun-
cil members favoring this ordi-
nance regard the interests of the cit-
izens versus the interests of the
government, we don’t know what
is.
If the county wants to operate a
landfill or even get into the hauling
business directly, that is fine, as
long as it operates in the competi-
tive free market. In that way, the cit-
izens will really get the best deal for
the dollars they spend on waste dis-
posal.
But, if we cut the private haulers
out of the equation, or limit their
ability to choose options that are
best for their business, the county’s
citizens lose by spending more
money. The citizens may benefit
from reduced rates offered by the
private haulers now, but the county
government only thinks about the
revenue it is losing.
There is no real problem with
government trying to compete with
private business, although that cer-
tainly runs against the professed
philosophy of the Republican Party
that so many of our council mem-
bers claim to be members of.
But forcing the county to com-
pete in the open market with private
waste haulers and disposal compa-
nies is not in the best interests of
county government, according to
Weaver and his cronies.
Our Republican county council
members are certainly forgetting
the words of their hero Ronald
Reagan. What ever happened to
Reagan’s famous quote,
“Government is not the solution to
the problem, government is the
problem.”
He was definitely talking about
Horry County because government
is certainly the problem here and
creating more government control
only exacerbates that problem.
When we have a county monop-
oly over waste decisions, we have
an indirect tax on the private citi-
zens to pay for the SWA’s bloated
bureaucracy. Is this not
Communism?
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Whimsical ‘Tools’ Exhibit Greg Norman’s
Italian Christmas Party
at B&C Art Museum By Marilyn Newsome
Wine tasting dinners at Greg
Norman's Australian Grille are
By Kathryn Martin always wonderful but Christmas
with a Roast Suckling Pig, apple in
mouth, leaves one with a feeling of
awe.
Anthropologists consider the
Mel Creighton of RNDC Italian
use of tools a major step in
Wines was host of the wines and
human evolution. Imagine what delivered a lot of information about
they’d say about a collection of a lot of wines and their regions of
artworks created about – and origin, development, aging, and
from – everyday tools and hard- production in general while justify-
ware.
CMYK
ing the reason for serving each with
The exhibit, comprising 56 each course. The funny thing is, he
witty, light-hearted works by did this without effort, as if he were
prominent and emerging contem- discovering it all along with every-
porary artists that celebrate these one else. So casual was his effort
utilitarian objects, is called Tools that we occasionally forgot we
in Motion: Works from the were actually learning.
Hechinger Collection and opens Peter Dombrowski, Operations
Thursday, Jan.15 at the Franklin Manager of Greg Norman's and his
wife Sally hosted the dinner as they
G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin
do monthly. These dinners are so
Art Museum.
An opening reception will be
held from 1 – 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan.
18 and is open to the public.
Regular gallery hours, beginning
Jan. 15, are from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tuesday through Saturday, 1 - 4
p.m. Sundays. The exhibit runs
through March 28.
The collection is drawn from
Tools as Art: The Hechinger
Collection, amassed by a former
D.C.-based hardware and build-
ing-supply company owner who
began collecting the artworks in
1978 to decorate the family busi-
ness. As Heckinger’s collection
Patrick Kirwin's Hammers Inside, from Tools in Motion: Works from the Hechinger Collection.
Chef Jeffrey Edwards, manager Peter Dombrowski and Mel Creighton, who
presented the wines, now present the roast suckling pig.
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Maria Josephy, Prometheus, 1980, mixed media including hardware.
Image courtesy International Arts & Artists' Hechinger Collection: Tools as Art. businesses not only survive, but
thrive. This shift in the economy
stands the chance of making us
all sharper business people.”
Special break out sessions are
scheduled to offer the opportuni-
ty to connect with:
• Small Business Administration
• SCORE (America’s Small
Business Counselors)
• Coastal Carolina University’s
Small Business Development
Center
• Coastal Carolina University’s
Wall Center for Excellence
• Blue Cross Blue Shield regard-
ing insurance for small business
through Conway Chamber of
Commerce membership
• Marketing professionals
Stephen Hansen, Man on a Limb, 1985, steel and wood. • The Conway Chamber of
Image courtesy International Arts & Artists' Hechinger Commerce
Collection: Tools as Art.
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special, eight succulent courses,
each accompanied by the proper
wine, good company, lots of
laughs, and lovely decorations
along with pampering service by
the staff, I just don't know how
they do it or how anyone can miss
them.
First course is usually served in
the social area behind the bar over-
looking the Intracoastal Waterway.
Buttery leather sofas, a fireplace
and a beautiful view, this time with
a Christmas Tree, offer a cozy
atmosphere for relaxation and con-
versation while enjoying the first
wine and a bounty of hors d'hoeu-
vres. The sparkling wine or" Italian
Champagne" was refreshing with
cheeses, fruits, dips, veggies and
other antipasti. There was an amaz-
ing ham, Prosciutto of the tender-
loin I think. Not the name, the
These contacts will offer free
advice, which will be invaluable to
any and all small business owners.
The Small Business Resource
Expo is open to all area small busi-
nesses. The event and break out
sessions are open and free to the
public. Entry fee to exhibit a small
business in the table top expo is
just $50 for Conway Chamber of
Commerce members and $65 for
non-Chamber members. To
acquire a registration form,
reserve space as an exhibitor or to
RSVP for the workshop, interested
parties should contact the
Chamber office at 843-248-2273
or via email, bjohnson@con-
wayscchamber.com. Deadline for
registration is January 19.
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description.
We then moved to the private
dining room for a second course of
asparagus with pheasant eggs and
parmigiana cheese in olive oil and
spices. This was paired with
Allegrini Soave 2007, a warm,
smooth light red.
Next we were served Ravioli of
Butternut Squash, Sage, Butter and
Pecorino Toscana. Chef Jeffrey
Edwards showed his delicate touch
with this one. The ravioli was hand
made and the Butternut Squash
Filling was beyond reproach.
Absolutely delicious. Zenato
Lugana San Benedetto, one of the
top wines available, tickled the
palate with a wide array of bou-
quets and overtones.
Intermezzo, the resting period
for the senses, enjoyed an especial-
ly delightful granitee, or Italian Ice,
much like Sorbet. This had an
intriguing flavor that I think was
basil.
When Chef Jeffrey brought out
the next course on a wheeled table,
an audible gasp could be heard in
the momentary silence. It was a
whole suckling pig with an apple in
his mouth, roasted to perfection, on
a bed of Italian Parsley. Never have
I seen anything roasted so smooth-
ly with perfect color and sheen. It
didn't look real, but when carved
and served it was not only real but
delicioso! This was served with
Zucchini Trifolati and accompa-
nied by Selvapiana Chianti Rufina
Vendemmia, a full bodied blend of
grape, fruit and tanins. This was
not your mother's Chianti. Made
from grapes grown at a very high
Guests Valerie Brown, Michelle Adams, Tom Hildebrande, David
Robertson, Sally and Peter Dombrowski, Jessica Walden, Terry Walden,
Joyce Wilie, Natalie Bogdanoff and Todd Brink all seem to be having fun.
elevation and good drainage, it was
lighter and somewhat "flirtier" than
traditional Chianti wines.
This group of about 25 people,
many of whom attend these dinners
regularly, started the evening with
quiet, reserved conversation, were
by this time having a high old time.
It's fun to see how they relax, get to
know each other and enjoy the
evening as the food and, certainly,
the wine keep coming out. Even
the veterans, however, were not
expecting the next courses.
A lovely presentation with
equally lovely flavor and variety
was the next course: Coniglio
Brassati with a Pignoli and Olive
Risotto Cake with Zenato Ripassa
Volpolicella 'Superiore' , rich in fla-
vor and a feel of tradition. This red
was full and smacked of tradition,
centuries of tradition, to me.
Tagliato of Venison Con
Carciafi e Patate, rare and delec-
table were brought out next. This
Venison was tender and probably
cooked with the same wine we
were served: Altesino Brunello di
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Montalcino Vendermmia, 2003.
Smooth and haunting, this was a
special experience.
Last and certainly not least was
Torta di Fichi e Noci. Served with
Prunotto Bussia Barolo 2001, this
torta, cake, while rather heavy in
texture and fruit, was amazingly
light to the taste. Just when I
thought I couldn't possibly eat
another bite, it tempted me until I
almost ate it all along with the
wine. This wine was very good
also, more acidic yet whispering of
fruit.
This was one of the most amaz-
ing dinners, complex in design, and
every wine was special. What an
experience! Contact Greg
Norman's Australian Grille and
make a reservation, for dinner, for
lunch or for a wine tasting dinner.
You won't be disappointed. As
always, predictably spectacular.
Greg Norman's Australian
Grille is located at Barefoot
Landing, 4930 S. Highway 17.
Telephone number is 843-361-
0000.
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Conway Chamber To Host Workshop & Small
Business Expo Feb. 3
By Bridgette Johnson
The Conway Chamber of Commerce will host
“Build A Better Business” Workshop and Small
Business Expo on Tuesday, February 3, from 4 p.m. to
7 p.m. in the Conway High School Commons Area.
This event is designed to help small businesses bet-
ter understand how to trim expenses, utilize free small
business resources and tools, as well as identify appro-
priate target markets for advertising and marketing
efforts.
“With the current economic forecast as it stands,
our Board of Directors is eager to offer a small busi-
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Chamber of Commerce. “During 2009, our Board will
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grew, he came to realize that he
had tapped into a rich aesthetic
vein.
While countless artists have
represented tools in their work
since prehistoric times, it was not
until the last century that tools
entered into the mainstream of art
making. At present the collection
exceeds 375 works by more than
250 leading modern and contem-
porary masters as well as emerg-
ing artists.
When expressing his vision a
few years ago, John Heckinger
affirmed, “It’s not just an under-
standing of the humor of artistry
of a particular piece, but an appre-
ciation of how the collection fits
the general theme of tools in the
work place, tools in life and tools
Linda Thern Smith, Phoenix. Mixed
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as art.” or
Spanning a wide range of a
styles, the exhibition spotlights
the dignity of everyday tools
where form and function are inex-
tricably linked. The clever con-
tent and style and visually intrigu-
ing works will prove thought-pro-
voking for visitors of all ages,
allowing them to explore new art
and introducing them to important
contemporary artists, such as
Arman, Claes Oldenburg and Jim
Dine.
Through the hands and the
vision of the artists, common util-
itarian objects take on a whole
new existence. The works offer
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such mind-bending visual experi-
ences as an image of a man happi-
ly sawing himself off a high perch
Ron English, The Reconstruction, 1992, oil on can- John Mansfield, East Meets West. Mixed media piece.
vas. Image courtesy International Arts & Artists' 1987. Image courtesy International Arts & Artists'
Hechinger Collection: Tools as Art. Hechinger Collection: Tools as Art.
huge “school” of vise grips swim- set of silkscreen prints by Prometheus, the rebel god in
ming in the ocean. Light bulbs are
transformed into butterflies and
renowned artist Jim Dine, which
juxtapose real and invented
Greek mythology who brought
fire and other comforts to human-
rusted tools morph into birds or objects in a playful blurring of art ity.
the sails of a wooden boat. and life. Self-taught artist Stephen
The collection features a series Hansen gives a light-hearted inter- Admission to the Museum is
of “kodaliths” by acclaimed pretation of people caught in binds free, but donations are welcomed.
designer Ivan Chermayeff: strik- of their own creative, as the zany The Museum is located at 3100
ing black and white photographs expression of Man on a Limb epit- S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach,
with no halftones that display var- omizes. S.C. For further information, call
ious hardware items in an almost And Maria Josephy orches- 843-238-2510 or visit
abstract fashion. trates a wide variety of hardware www.MyrtleBeach
Also included is Tool Box, a into the flying figure of ArtMuseum.org.
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Dosher Hospital
Nursing Center
Awarded 5-Star
Rating from CMS
Dosher Memorial Hospital i n
Southport, N.C. has announced
that Dosher Nursing Center was
awarded an overall rating of 5-
stars, the highest rating possible,
according to a nationwide survey
conducted by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services
(CMS). This information was
collected as part of the CMS
"Nursing Home Compare" report
and provides quality ratings for
each of the nation's 16,000
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Medicare and/or Medicaid-certi-
fied nursing homes.
The CMS survey assigns
results in a "five-star" format sim-
ilar to the hotel rating system.
According to www.medicare.gov,
the Five-Star Quality Rating
System was created to help con-
sumers, their families, and care-
givers compare nursing homes
more easily and help identify
areas about which you may want
to ask questions. Comparisons
are based upon inspection results,
quality measures and staffing pat-
terns. In the CMS report issued
on December 17, 2008, Dosher
Nursing Center was awarded 5-
stars, placing Dosher Nursing
Center in the top ten percent of
nursing homes in the country for
quality care and service.
"This is an outstanding accom-
plishment," said Connie Shea,
Chief Nursing Officer at Dosher
Memorial Hospital, the parent
organization of Dosher Nursing
Center. "Our facilities strive to
meet the highest standards for
quality care, compassion and
service. It is the personal commit-
ment of each individual employee
to uphold these high-standards
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that sets Dosher Nursing Center
apart."
High-quality care and service
appears to be a trend for Dosher
Memorial Hospital and its sub-
sidiaries. In addition to the out-
standing nursing home rating,
Dosher Memorial Hospital was
rated above all other hospitals in
our region in quality of communi-
cations, responsiveness and the
ability to control pain according to
the most recent CMS Hospital
Quality Initiative (HQI) survey.
The CMS survey represents our
nation's only standardized
approach to collecting and meas-
uring the patient's perspective of
hospital care.
"Nursing homes and hospitals
vary in quality of care and serv-
ice," said Shea. "These surveys
provide patients, residents and
family members with a snap shot
of the care provided. Still, the
most important thing you can do,
however, is to visit the nursing
homes you are considering."
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman or
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Along the Geek Strand…
tioner, family and friends about
your nursing home choices.
By George Mihal
A lot has happened since I
brought you the last Geek Strand.
Lives change, people move on,
Batman dies (maybe) and cellular
phone companies merge. After the
initial run of Along the Geek
Strand, I decided that a revamp
was necessary. I didn’t want to
bring you just gadget reviews, but
an overall look at geek culture and
the stuff we like to geek about.
T-Mobile Comes to Town
The dreaded Suncom has been
cast out the Carolinas by the hero-
ic T-Mobile, and now its copy-
righted magenta banner hangs in
place of the old company.
Suncom was a decent phone
company, but you could tell they
didn’t have their heart in staying.
To be frank, their customer service
was just plain rude toward the end
of their reign.
T-Mobile might not have been
who I would have preferred to
replace my cell company, but they
have proven themselves to me
over the last few months.
G1 – The Google phone.
One of the benefits of T-Mobile
coming to town was the G1, the
first smart phone to take advan-
tage of Google’s Android operat-
ing system. This sleek, touch
screen phone with slide out key-
board replaced my Blackberry
Curve, and I haven’t looked back.
I wasn’t even jealous when
Verizon released Blackberry’s
touch screen a little later.
The G1 features all the goodies
of the usual cell phone – camera,
speakerphone, Bluetooth and the
lot- but also has the features that
will be standard, like GPS, Wi-Fi
and 3G. Of course, we don’t have
3G cellular services here on the
Grand Strand yet, but upgrades are
in the works. Still the phone’s
Internet connection is much faster
than my old Blackberry, and gives
you “the full Internet” as opposed
to the mobile “wap” stuff that to
came on you phone before the
iPhone and G1 changed every-
thing.
The only drawback is the bat-
tery life. I was use to leaving my
phone unplugged for days at a
time, but the G1 requires charging
nearly every night. Third party
expanded life batteries are starting
to make their way to the market,
so this problem can be handled
with little fuss (and about $50).
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Protecting your Stuff –
The one thing that drives me
buggy is that I usually drop my
gadgets as soon as I get them,
leaving some mark on the case or
screen.
Agent 18 has come up with a
novel product for your iPod Touch
or iPhone. Sure, it might seem like
just another snap-on case to you,
but it is green. And we are not
talking about color.
The Touch EcoShield 2G is
produced from recycled plastic
bottles. When I first opened up the
package, I was a bit skeptical. It
felt light and…well, like it was
made from recycled soda bottles.
(Probably several of them from
my diet Coke habit).
However, putting it on my 32
GB iPod Touch and carrying it
around for just a day changed my
mind. Combined with the weight
of the iPod, the case felt perfect.
Moreover, the biggest bonus
was the screen protector. Most of
the time, applying these screen
protectors are a real pain, and go
on with bubbles and annoying
defects. However, the screen that
came with the EcoShield went on
perfectly, and despite being a little
thicker than other screen protec-
tors, soon becomes completely
invisible. Heck! If the $25 envi-
ronmentally friendly case isn’t
enough to get you to buy this case,
the screen protector that comes
with it is more than worth the cost.
Agent 18 should market these sep-
arately.
Check it out at
www.agent18.com.
Batman R.I.P-OFF
DC Comics has been trying to
destroy and re-create their super-
hero universe for over 30 years. In
the latest attempt, Final Crisis,
they take aim for their biggest
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moneymaker, Batman, and try and
kill him.
Supposedly, in Batman,
Detective Comics, Nightwing,
Robin, and many of the other Dark
Knight-related titles, Batman
R.I.P was suppose to tell the tale
of the Caped Crusader’s death and
how Robin and his other Allies
deal with his absence.
However, the storyline went
terrible wrong somewhere.
Comics were released late; the
multiple story arcs weren’t really
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related to the main story in
Batman, but were marketed as part
of the story, leaving a lot of confu-
sion.
Could it be true?
Finally, the “death of Batman” The End of Batman?
happens in another comic, and we Or Marketing
immediately find out that he is
really being held hostage and R.I.P-OFF?
being brainwashed by some lame
no-name-worth mentioning.
Whatever the point of R.I.P.
was, the story brought Batman to a
grinding halt, and many readers
will welcome the sabbatical that
DC has announced for the venera-
ble Batman and Detective Comics,
hoping that the vacation will bring
back the Dark Knight back up to
snuff.
“A Backyard Bird
Lover’s Boutique!”
Largest
Selection
of Bird
Feeders on
Agent 18 protects your iPod the Grand
Touch with recycled plastic.
Strand!
T-Mobile’s
G1
Smartphone Bird Feeders
Make Great Gifts!
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Myrtle Beach Area Chamber Announces

Brunswick Chamber Seeks Exhibitors For Feb. 21
Employee Promotions
Business/Technology Expo
By Nancy Gray
By Laura Saunders

Celebrate The Myrtle Beach Area

Chamber of Commerce
announces an organizational
restructuring resulting in three
The Brunswick County
Chamber of Commerce, with
major sponsors Brunswick
Community College and ATMC
Wireless, announce a Business
Event Center from 9 a.m.- 3
pm. The Virginia Williamson
Event Center is in the Odell
Williamson Auditorium
Building on the campus of
To become an exhibitor or
for more information, call Laura
Saunders, Member Programs
and Communications Director
with the Brunswick Chamber of
promotions and the merging of and Technology Expo that will Brunswick Community Commerce at 910-754-6644,

the Lowcountry two functions—festivals and spe-

cial events—within membership
programs and services:
Amie Lee, formerly the direc-
tor of special events, has been
be held on Saturday, February
21, in the Virginia Williamson
College. The event is free and is
open to the public.
ext. 1.

Lifestyle
promoted to director of festivals
and special events. Lee led the
Amie Lee, director of festivals
effort to produce, promote and
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Winyah Bay Heritage Festival Jan. 17 - 18
Mark your calendars for Jan. 17
and 18, and plan to head down to
Georgetown, S. C. for the Winyah
Bay Heritage Festival. The whole
point of the festival is to promote,
preserve, and perpetuate the hunt-
ing, fishing and conservation her-
itage of the Winyah Bay area
through the protection of its lands,
waters and unique habitats.
The Festival brings together
wildlife artists, exhibitors and col-
lectors from the southeast, as well
as admiring hunters, fisherman and
their families. The weekend of
events takes place in various loca-
tions throughout the City of
Georgetown. Indoor exhibits will
feature collectable decoys, hand-
crafted duck and goose calls, origi-
nal paintings, custom knives, cus-
tom wildlife jewelry, a host of edu-
cational and conservation
exhibitors and featured artist and
lecturers. Outdoor activities will
include the SC State Duck Call
Championship, retriever training
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Recreation Center, East Bay Park,
325 East Bay Street.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Georgetown County Schools
Student’s Art Exhibit. Winyah
Gym.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. S. C.
Department of Natural Resources
Virtual Fishing Simulator and
Shooting Trailer. East Bay Park.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Meet the
Georgetown Fishing Guides. East
Bay Park.
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Musket
Demonstration by Mr. Bob Hill.
East Bay Park.
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Blacksmith
Demonstration given by Mr.
Walter Hill. East Bay Park.
11 a.m. Dale Rosengarten
Lecture – “Grass Roots: African
Origins of an American Art.”
Strand Theater, 710 Front Street
1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Dale
Rosengarten Book Sale and
Signing. Winyah Gym.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fly Tying Exhibit. Local experts
Bay…Back in the Day •
Winyah Bateau Boat and its
History • Shad and Sturgeon
Fishing • Canvasback Hunting
on Winyah Bay.
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Parker Guns.
Owners display
exceptional collection of
Parker Guns. East Bay Park.
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee Brothers Book Signing. "The
Lee Bros. Southern Cookbook:
Stories and Recipes for
Southerners and Would-be
Southerners." Winyah Gym.
2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Cast Net
Maker – Charles Williams demon-
stration.Bobby Alford Recreation
Center
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Retriever
Demonstrations. East Bay Park.
3 p.m. Lee Brothers Lecture.
Tickets $25, in advance. Strand
Theater
3 p.m. Fly Fishing
Demonstration – Steve Thomas of
Hobcaw Fly Fishing Adventures
and East Bay Park.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fly Tying Demonstration -
Newman Weaver of Georgetown
Kingfisher Guide Services. East
Bay Park.
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Children’s
Decoy Painting.Winyah Gym.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. S. C.
Department of Natural
Resources.Virtual Fishing
Simulator and Shooting Trailer
East Bay Park
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Meet the
Georgetown Fishing Guides. East
Bay Park
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Musket Demonstration by Mr.
Bob Hill. East Bay Park
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Southern
Cookbook: Stories and Recipes for
Southerners and Would-be
Southerners"
1 p.m. East Bay Park
Throwing a Cast Net -
Demonstration by Georgetown
Fishing Guides of how to achieve
the perfect throw.
2 p.m. Lee Brothers Lecture
–Charleston born brothers Matt
and Ted Lee will be special guests
and share their culinary secrets.
Tickets $25, in advance. Strand
Theater.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Georgetown
County Schools Children’s Art
Exhibit – Our local children will
be able to participate through their
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and special events.
manage several events this year
including the presidential
debates, annual meeting and
President’s Gala. Her talents as
an event planner will enable her
to enhance MBACC festivals and
events, which have undergone
many changes in recent years.
Lee has served the chamber for
10 years and has worked in a
number of capacities during her
tenure.
Julie Sluss, formerly the man-
ager of festivals, has assumed the
role of manager of festivals and
special events. Sluss has made a
Kema Faulk, festivals and
positive impact since joining the
special events coordinator.
MBACC in March 2008 and is
credited with solely planning,
managing and executing the
recent Christmas Towne event.
Kema Faulk, formerly the
marketing coordinator, has been
promoted to festivals and special
events coordinator. As a member
of the marketing team, she spear-
headed several consumer promo-
tions. In her new position, Faulk
will provide administrative sup-

demonstrations, fly fishing and fly
tying demonstrations, children’s
interactive shooting and fishing
booths, children’s decoy and fish
painting, Santee Gun Club guides’
storytelling and many other activi-
ties. For more information, log
onto www.winyahbayfestival.org
or call the festival hotline at 843-
833-9919
Saturday, Jan. 17
10 am - 5 p.m. All
exhibits are
open.Winyah Gym,
Dozier St; Bobby
Alford
Steve Thomas and Jan Peele.
Bobby Alford Recreation Center
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Children’s
Fish Painting – Winyah Gym
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. East Bay Park.
Storytelling •
Tales of
Winyah
and Jan Peele of Orvis.East Bay Blacksmith Demonstration given
Park by Mr. Walter Hill.East Bay Park
7 p.m."Cattails and Cocktails" 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Dale
Tickets available in advance. Rosengarten Book Sale and
National Guard Armory Signing. Winyah Gym
Sunday, January 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. East Bay Park
The South Carolina State Duck
18 Calling Championship
10 a.m. Exhibits 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
open. Winyah
Gym
Winyah Gym Lee Brothers Book
Signing –Charleston born brothers
Matt and Ted Lee will be signing
their
famous
cook-
book:
"The Lee Bros.
school’s art program and to share
their best works. Winyah Gym.
3 p.m. Fly Fishing
Demonstration - Tommy
Scarborough of Georgetown
Coastal Adventures. East Bay
Park.
4 p.m. Festival closes.
Photo Credits
From top, clockwise:
Two bald eagles. Photo by
Paige Sawyer.
Spanish moss on the
Intracoastal Waterway. Photo
by Paige Sawyer.
Shrimp boat with nets out.
Photo by Paige Sawyer.
port but will also assume man-
agement responsibilities of spe-
cific event and festival functions.
Faulk has served the chamber for
nine years.
Polar Plunge Benefits Special Olympics
The fourth annual Freezin’
for a Reason Polar Plunge to
benefit South Carolina and
Horry County Special Olympics
will be held on January 31 at
Springmaid Beach Resort. In
2008, 465 people plunged and
raised a total of $80,000 to ben-
efit athletic training and pro-
grams for Special Olympics ath-
letes.
The plunge party will begin
Julie Sluss, manager of
festivals and special events.
OPEN FOR LUNCH
at 10 a.m. with the actual plunge 7 Days A Week
is at 2 p.m.
11am-3pm
Participants are asked to raise
at least $50 in pledges to take DINNER 4:30 DAILY
the plunge, but the program
offers great incentives for peo-
ple who raise more. Any indi-
viduals interested in plunging,
or businesses interested in hav-
ing a team plunge are encour-
aged to call or visit the plunge
website at PolarPlungeSC.com.
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Gregg Allman almost had a few less silver dollars after someone
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Waterbirth Expert to Costa Rica, to name a few of the 35
countries Harper has visited, spreading
forum about gentle birth choices,
which happens to be the title of an
warm water cradles the woman's body
and relaxes her while she labors.
• Got a book club, moms' group
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Mama Mia, That’s A Purple Meatball: Prince Rebuffed In Italian
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An Italian court has ruled that Prince’s 1994 hit “The Most Beautiful Girl in the
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Conduct Professional the word about waterbirthing. Her influential book in the field written by Babies usually leisurely float to the count at local stores for your World” was plagiarized from a song by two Italian writers. However, it could take
Friday January 30
several years for a definitive ruling in the case, which has already dragged on since Friday February 20
Birthing Classes missionary like approach has her Barbara Harper after gathering togeth- surface, before taking their first breath. members. In this economy,
the 1990s. According to a sentence handed down by the Court of Appeal in Rome, Doors Open 8:00pm Doors Open 7:00pm
described as "the Billy Graham of er extensive research from around the The umbilical cord supplies oxygen you'd be surprised how many Prince
By Katherine Roberts waterbirth" by the Oregonian. Her world, visiting birthing centers, and until it is cut, or stops pulsing about
the song borrowed heavily from “Takin’ Me to Paradise,” written by Bruno Bergonzi $20.00/$22.00 $32.00/$35.00
stores will say yes to a modest and Michele Vicino. Under the ruling, Prince must stop distributing the song on Italian territory. He
Barbara Harper, RN, international- newly updated classes, "Waterbirth serving as a labor doula at many births fifteen minutes after birth. The baby is

ly recognized expert on gentle birth is
coming to Myrtle Beach! This is her
first time in South Carolina. She is the
founder of Waterbirth International, a
nonprofit with a 20 year track record
of helping mothers and babies around
the world. She will be teaching CE
classes for professionals in the birthing
field: obstetricians, doulas, nurses, and
midwives on Saturday and Sunday.
Friday night, Harper will share factual
Credentialing Workshop" and "Skills
and Drills" are chock full of the latest
scientific evidence, as well as Harper's
considerable personal experience
assisting laboring women.
Harper decided the time was right
to visit South Carolina hearing from
Pat Burrel, RN, and founder of Beach
Baby's Doula Services. One of Pat's
doula clients for requested permission
from her hospital to have a waterbirth
herself.
Pat will be one of the experts on the
panel. A Myrtle Beach local, Pat spent
nearly twenty years away from the
Grand Strand. She started her career as
an RN in the Obstetrics Unit, and the
Nursery of a Hospital. Pat was glad to
be able to put her medical knowledge
to work, but felt something was miss-
ing from her approach in the nursery,
and dreamed of how birth could be
prevented from breathing in water by a
reflex that keeps them from breathing
until they touch the air.
Barbara Harper is only one of the
guests Beach Baby's is bringing to the
Grand Strand this January. The last
weekend of January will be a weekend
long DONA certification workshop by
doula trainer, Marlo Robinson from
California. DONA's mission is to help
provide a doula for every woman who
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discount in order to potentially also faces having to pay the royalties he has so far accumulated to Bergonzi and Vicino and their pub-
lishers, but only if a final hearing confirms the Italian songwriting duo was plagiarized.
get the business of a group.
• "I live in Florida, the land of
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That’s All: Jon Hager Of The Hager Twins Dies In Nashville
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and the Grove Saturday February 21
years I have lived here. I love cial cause of death has not been announced, the 67-year-old entertainer apparently Doors Open 7:30pm
my fireplace, though. I died in his sleep. He had reportedly been in poor health since his twin brother Jim Saturday January 31
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ter and his wife. As teenagers, the twins regularly performed on a Saturday morning music show for
waterbirth information, photos and
personal wisdom, to educate and
there. The hospital agreed to the
request, on the condition that the preg-
better for both mother and baby. She
became trained as a doula, a woman
wishes to have one, and to insure that
doulas are well-trained for the impor-
like the real thing, and it's quite
beautiful." -- P.F. in Florida
teens on WGN-TV/Chicago. After serving in the Army, they moved to California, where they played Cute is What
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inspire women with the possibilities of
what birth can be. Afterward, Harper
will lead an open forum of experts in
answering questions from the public
about waterbirth and gentle birth
choices. Harper's talk and forum will
be an invaluable resource for any
expectant parent or anyone who wants
to educate themselves about the possi-
bilities of normal, natural births. All
events will be held at the Sands Ocean
Club Resort at 9550 Shore Drive in
Myrtle Beach, SC. The open public
forum will be Friday from 6PM-
10PM. Attendance is free for the pub-
lic. However, donations from $5-$15
are appreciated. Professionals who
wish to register for the workshops are
encouraged to look on Barbara's web-
site, www.waterbirth.org or call her at
800-641-2229.
Harper has taught at medical
schools, nursing schools, hospitals and
university women's studies depart-
ments around the country and as far
away as China, India, Australia, and
nant woman would be able to provide
a waterbirth tub for herself. The
woman was unable to afford the tub,
and turned to Pat for help. Although
Pat did not currently have access to a
tub, or money to provide one, she was
determined to fulfill the woman's
request and provide the tub for the first
hospitalized waterbirth in South
Carolina. When Barbara heard about
the situation, she was prepared to have
the tub delivered in time for the birth,
and allow payment to be made at a
later date. Barbara was also inspired
by Pat's dedication to her clients and
her wholistic approach aligned with
Barbara's own vision for mothers and
babies. Barbara decided that with the
hard work Pat was doing locally, now
was the right time to finally bring her
unique waterbirth and gentle birth
training to South Carolina. She also
enlisted Pat with the task of helping
her to select an appropriate venue for
the conference, and in finding local
experts to serve with her in a public
who assists pregnant women in plan-
ning their labors, and is there to emo-
tionally support them throughout their
labor, and their first few hours with
their newborn. Pat also added hyp-
notherapy certification to her reper-
toire, so that she would be able to use
the process of hypnosis with women to
help them subconsciously transform
the way they viewed birth, from a
painful medical emergency, to a pow-
erful rite of passage, transforming a
woman into a mother, and showing her
her true inner strength and power to
bring forth life. Pat has also been able
to use hypnosis to help women experi-
ence the powerful bodily sensations
associated with birth in new ways. All
but two of her Beach Baby's doula
clients have been able to give birth
without any pain medication, and a
few of her clients have reported pain-
free births. Barbara Harper, through
the use of special tubs, is also able to
provide relaxation, and almost pain-
free births to some of her clients. The
tant task they will be engaged in, help-
ing a woman to give birth with knowl-
edge and support, and assisting a
woman and her partner with the transi-
tion to becoming loving, nurturing par-
ents. Pregnant moms, those who wish
to start their career as a doula or who
wish to bring a fuller understanding of
birth into their nursing or medical
practice would be well-advised to con-
sider Beach Baby's ongoing services
and its special guests this month,
Barbara Harper and Marlo Robinson.
For more information on Beach
Baby's, visit www.beachbabys.org, or
www.myspace.com/beachbabyssc or
call Pat Burrell at 843-213-1393.
Waterbirth - January 23 - 6:00pm
Sands Ocean Club Resort, FREE
Creating Gentle Birth Choices
Skills & Drills -
January 24 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Workshop
Nurses - $125.00
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total of 50 conditions. Over time, "This is an outstanding achieve- dent of the American Cancer
more diseases and conditions will ment for the Social Security Society Cancer Action Network.
Top 10 Pop Singles singer appears headed for divorce. The Associated Press is reporting that Blake Website Allowances be added. A list of the first 50 Administration," said Peter “The Social Security
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was pictured topless over the Christmas holiday on the beach in St. Lucia and, in
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Department of Transportation Michael J. Astrue, sionateallowances. Security less than a year to develop application process so that benefits
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January
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Compiled by
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efforts the agency is making to
protect the environment, con-
of the agency’s Compassionate
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hearings to receive information
from experts on rare diseases and
expedited consideration based on
the nature of their disease.
“This is America, and it simply is
not acceptable for people to wait
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Compassionate Allowances is deserve our thanks for a job well process that is as fair and speedy as
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BMG/Zomba) with M83 two-track system could result in six form their daily work-related activ- quickly.”
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Traffic engineers are involved in legal guardian will also be
7. Fred Claus (PG) Vince Vaughn (Warner) Tu 2/24 Hinder Amos’s Southend Charlotte, NC and tissue donor. Registrants will
8. Wall-E (G) Animated (Walt Disney/Pixar) the coordination of traffic sig- required to consent at the time of
W 2/25 Mötley Crüe Bi-Lo Center Greenville, SC nals to cut down on “stop-and- have a new symbol placed on their
9. Kung Fu Panda (G) Animated (DreamWorks) donation.
10. Hellboy II: The Golden Army (R) Jeff Kahn (DreamWorks) F 2/27 The Sub City Take Action Tour House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC go” traffic which impacts nega- driver license/identification card
featuring Cute is What We Aim For with Meg and Dia, Breathe Carolina, Every Avenue, and Anabor Each time an individual applies
tively on air quality. indicating their consent to be a
Top 10 DVD Sales for, renews, updates or requests a
1. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (PG) (Walt Disney) March • Additional programs target-
ing traffic congestion involve
donor.
duplicate credential for any class
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Sa 3/1 WKZQ 96.1 Presents House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC Previously, everyone who
2. Wanted (R) (Universal) the encouragement of car pool- driver license, beginner permit or
3. Step Brothers (R) (Sony) The 2009 Saints & Sinners Tour applied for or renewed any class
ing and public transportation identification card, they must indi-
4. Hancock (PG-13) (Sony) featuring Hollywood Undead and Sense Fail with Haste the Day and Brokencyde driver license, beginner permit or
services. cate whether or not they consent
5. Wall-E (G) (Walt Disney/Pixar) F 3/6 Morrissey House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC identification card had the option
6. Kung Fu Panda (PG) (DreamWorks) • SCDOT has thoroughly to be an organ/tissue donor.
Sa 3/7 Olivia Newton John N. Charleston Performing Arts Ctr. N. Charleston, SC of indicating their intent to be an
7. Iron Man (PG-13) (Marvel) reviewed programs involving Beginning Jan. 14, with the
F 3/13 Mudvayne House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC organ/tissue donor on their cre-
8. The X-Files: I Want to Believe (PG-13) (20th Century Fox) litter control, beautification and official launch of the registry,
with Nonpoint and In This Moment dential. Those wishing to be a
9. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (PG- other highway enhancements. individuals who want to sign up to
F 3/13 Boyz II Men The Crown Center Fayetteville, NC donor were issued a credential that
13) (Paramount) Secretary Limehouse said
Su 3/15 Willie Nelson House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC be donors will be able to register
10. Tropic Thunder (R) (DreamWorks) these environmental efforts go contained a heart with the letter
with Jamey Johnson their legal consent online.
hand-in-hand with his overall "Y" in the center. However, the
Top 10 Movies F 3/20 Bonnie Raitt House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC
goal of making SCDOT as effi- individual's personal information Individuals who wish to be
1. Gran Torino (R) Clint Th 3/26 Celtic Woman North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, SC
cient as it can be. “I define effi- was not provided to any organiza- removed from the registry should
Eastwood, Christopher Carley
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Anne Hathaway Th 4/2 Cheech & Chong Ovens Auditorium Charlotte, NC ting the most for the public’s no organ and tissue donor registry ON or www.donatelifesc.org.
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Bad news for punks: Clint guardian made the final decision
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Wilson, Jennifer Aniston Eastwood is pissed in the #1 about donation at the time of
Kate Perry environment are part of our
5. The Curious Case of movie “Gran Torino”. death. tial transaction to remove their
F 4/17 Black Label Society and House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC everyday thought processes at
Benjamin Button (PG-13) Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett Sevendust with Dope and Infinite Staircase SCDOT,” said Limehouse. As of December 22, 2008, per- name from the list. SCDMV will
6. Bedtime Stories (PG-13) Adam Sadler, Keri Russell Su 4/19 Yanni North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, SC The SCDOT Environmental sons who obtain or renew any assess an administrative fee for
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W 4/22 Dave Matthews Band Walnut Creek Amphitheater Charlotte, NC Stewardship website can be
8. Yes Man (PG-13) Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschanel
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will receive a credential with a Carolina Donor Registry.
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Glenn’s Ten...
The Way I See It!
2009 Begins!
Time for a Jazz Cruise!
By Glenn Arnette, III
Stop the clock, time is flying! It
is 2009 and it is already the middle
of January!
What a wonderful year I had
during 2008. It was a year of excit-
ing travels all over this great coun-
try. Although I love and live in
Florida, it gets a little boring when
CMYK
you can only go North or South on
US 95 or cross the State over to
Tampa. Seems to be more fun
when you can fly away and rent a
car and experience America.
Start with the tropical storms
along the Atlantic and you might
take a quick flight over to the Hotel
Sandos at Riviera Maya in Mexico.
How about back home to the beau-
ty of the Carolina’s with a visit to
the Grove Park Inn in Asheville or
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the Biltmore House,
America’s Finest Castle, in a bright
red 1930 Chevy Coup. Then you
could stop in Charleston and visit
Miss Betty and her famous break-
Hotel Sandos at Riviera Maya, Mexico
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fast buffet at the Circa 1886. who steps up front
I remember how beautiful
Maine was this year when I
and blows away the
crowd when she sings
stayed at the Captain Lindsey
House in Rockland. This
quaint place and town offered
& ENTERTAINMENT the Ronnie Spector
vocals on “Be My Little
Baby”. It’s his little girl,
fantastic art galleries, shops
and delicious food including The Money Man Rocks House Of Blues On Feb. 6 Jesse Money, and that
“although mom would
probably have pre-
those delicious Maine Lobsters.
What a medical story I discov-
By Brian Howle And he means it. This straight
up rock and roll icon has been
lot of different projects,
whether it’s singing the
ferred a doctor”, well,
we’re all the better for
here are some great
T
ered when I visited Dr. Mickey making music and delivering it National Anthem at a profes- this particular genetic
Barber at the Cenegenics Medial rags-to-riches stories in to his fans since the mid 70’s, sional sporting event or doing joy. This girl can flat-
Center in Charleston. It was an the world of rock ‘n’ and wouldn’t have it any other a gig for the charities I sup- out sing, folks.
roll, no doubt about it. way. With hits like “Two Tickets port or having my kids drag “Touring and writ-
education one day and a Dude
But one of the best stories - To Paradise”, “Baby Hold On”, me through amusement park ing is my life. It’s who
Ranch in Colorado the next. Oh, for both the artist and the
“Walk On Water”, “Think I’m In openings, I need to keep mov- I am and what I do.
have I been traveling! Biltmore House in Asheville audience - came from the And I don’t see it
Love” and “Shakin”, Eddie con- ing”, says Money.
unremarkable streets of tinues to be one of the hardest Having come from a long changing any time in
everyday New York City. It’s working men in rock and roll. line of police officers, a very Eddie Money the near future”, Eddie
a truly great “only in Performing a compact 150 young Eddie joined the police says of his immediate
America” tale, and in the or so shows every year, Eddie belting out hit after hit. The future. “Hey, I get to get up
force back home in Long
end, the son of a New York early days of MTV and music every day and do what I love.
CMYK
is always touring, somewhere. Island, New York, and sang in
cop - who originally fol- “My fans are the best, most videos launched Eddie Money Why change that?”.
his first band “Grapes Of
lowed in his father’s flat- loyal fans a guy could ask for. into stardom. Don’t change a thing,
Wrath”. But California called An accomplished musician, Eddie. And you out there ...
footsteps - went on to They keep coming back for and he moved out west to be he sings, he writes, and plays catch the uniquely dulcet
become one of the most rec- more and I’m not gonna stop
ognizable and successful a rock and roll star. It worked. the saxophone, harmonica and tones (I love saying that!) of
until they make me stop”. “I just knew I wanted to
vocalists of the ‘70s, ‘80s and Eddie has celebrated his 25th piano. “Of my five kids, I’ve Eddie Money as he brings
beyond the new millennium. anniversary as a staple in a sing and be in a band. got a few drummers, guitar those velvet pipes to HOB on
And such was the way California seemed like the players, and my daughter Friday, February 6, 2009.
sometimes-finicky business. place to be, so I was Berkeley-
that Eddie Mahoney became He has recorded over a dozen wants to sing and dance . . . Doors open 8:00 p.m. For tick-
the legendary Eddie Money albums of his own, and has bound”. A student of leg- when the guys get too old I’ve et info call 843-272-3000 or
endary vocal coach Judy got myself another band!”. Ticketmaster 843-679-933; or
- and the story continues to done numerous projects in tel- Davis and prodigy of manag- Well, his show now features visit www.hob.com or
grow at House Of Blues in evision and film. 2001’s David
er Bill Graham, Money began a demure little backing vocalist www.ticketmaster.com
1930 Chevy Coup N. Myrtle Beach, SC on Spade film “Joe Dirt” featured
Friday, February 6, 2009. Eddie Money as Joe Dirt’s rock
Now here I go again! I will be leaving next week on the Holland Appreciative of his star- and roll idol. One season he
American Cruise Line out of Ft. Lauderdale on a themed JAZZ Cruise dom, Eddie freely admits turned up as Mimi’s ex-hus-
organized by Jazz Cruise, LLC. This is a one week cruise with some of that his songs have always band in an episode of “The
the top jazz artists from around the world. There is something planned for been the ultimate escape. “I Drew Carey Show”. And as the
every single minute while at sea and something each day in the ports of do a great job of singing 2009 touring season kicks off,
about places I’ve never chances are you’ll find him
call. (San Juan, Santa Barbara De Samana, Santo Domingo, Half Moon coming to a city near you.
been,” he once mused to
Cay and back to Lauderdale.) I will give you all the details as soon as I one writer. Well, actually, your chances are
can G1 phone them back to headquarters! This is going to be a great time. “Everything I do, I do it very good because of House
Guess that is the end to my New Year’s resolution, NO MORE FOOD! for you”. Eddie Money says Of Blues!
Until then, know that I will toast you somewhere on the high seas. it at least once, every show. “I like getting involved in a
I will not get close to the railings and hope there are no pirates searching
for gold. Remember to google me for other information and stories:
Glenn Arnette, lll.
Abbey Road LIVE! Coming To
Coastal Carolina University
By Mona Prufer
F
our musicians from Athens, Ga., will recreate the music
of the Beatles in “Abbey Road LIVE – The Magical
Mystery Tour” on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at
Coastal Carolina University’s Wheelwright Auditorium.
Reserved seat tickets for the concert are $20 and $25,
with discounts for children, teens, alumni, seniors, and the
faculty, staff and students of Horry-Georgetown Technical
College and Coastal Carolina University.
Abbey Road LIVE! is not your typical Beatles look-alike
tribute act, but rather brings to life many of the more
mature Beatles songs in a raw and spirited fashion, while
remaining true to the original recordings. The studio mas-
terpieces from such classic albums as Sgt. Pepper, Magical
Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC Mystery Tour and The White Album were never performed
live by the Beatles, who stopped touring in 1966.
Since 2002, Abbey Road LIVE! has performed the music of
the Beatles at clubs, theaters, festivals and on concert stages.
Initially a tribute to the monumental Abbey Road album, the
show has expanded its scope to include more than 100
Beatles tunes, from all eras of the Fab Four's career. The band
specializes in complete, start-to-finish album performances of
masterpieces such as Abbey Road, Magical Mystery Tour and
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band.
Abbey Road LIVE! features four all-star musicians.
Collectively, the band members have recorded and toured
with Cosmic Charlie, Charlie Mars and Fuzzy Sprouts.
Individual band members have also collaborated with acts
such as Indigo Girls, Juliana Hatfield, Mike Houser
(Widespread Panic), Danielle Howle and Lemonheads.
For more information or to purchase tickets, call the
Wheelwright Box Office at 843-349-2502.
Captain Lindsey House in Rockland, Maine
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JohnFM.net
Streamin’
Beach, Boogie,
Blues & Jazz
By Dariel Bendin
couldn’t be hap-
Beach Newz
I pier that JohnFM
is now streaming
on the Web at
www.johnfm.net.
According to station
owner John
Broomfield, WWJN,
better known as 104.9
John FM began
streaming its beach,
boogie, blues and jazz
tunes to the world in
November 2008.
The format is what
attracted me to John
FM, but until now I
could only catch a sig-
nal on a road trip John Broomfield, owner of John FM.
down to the Hilton
Head/Savannah area.There’s a real depth to the sta-
tion’s programming. Every time I tune in to this sta-
tion, there’s some great old soul song or a blat I’m
talking about. It’s early beach music, from the
obscure to the classic – pieces like “You Can’t Lose
What You Ain’t Never Had” by Muddy Waters or
“Hamhocks” by Big Joe Maher; oh, and “Baby What
You Want Me To Do” from Jimmy Reid (I love
Jimmy Reid); the early Dominoes; Big Joe and the
Dyna-Flows and so many more.
The distinctive format is a reflection of efforts by
both John and Pat Patterson, who provides prues
shuffle playing that I’ve never heard. If you’re famil-
iar with the Carolinas, you know what I’m talking
about. It’s early beach music, from the obscure to
the classic – pieces like “You Can’t Lose What You
Ain’t Never Had” by Muddy Waters or
“Hamhocks” by Big Joe Maher; oh, and “Baby What
You Want Me To Do” from Jimmy Reid (I love
Jimmy Reid); the early Dominoes; Big Joe and the
Dyna-Flows and so many more.
The distinctive format is a reflection of efforts by
both John and Pat Patterson, who actually provides
the programming for John FM. Both men are long-
time lovers of early soul and beach artists.
In a telephone interview, John Broomfield said, “It
isn’t syndicated format. The music is all selected. I
had music from my previous beach music station in
Columbia, South Carolina, Magic 93.1. We played
beach, boogie, and blues. My very good friend, the
late Eddie “EZ” Zomberfield, was the DJ; he helped
me get it up and running. In fact, we used to do a
live broadcast from Ducks during SOS.
“This format is a spinoff of that one with the
exception ... I wanted to appeal to a broader base, so
we added blues but still within the beach category.”
Pat says, “My musical influence comes from the
early soul artists. When I was in high school my
favorite music was from the late 50s and 60s. Artists
like William Bell, Rufus Thomas, Otis Redding, The
Mar-Keys, Eddie Floyd, and Sam and Dave.
“My favorite music is the old soul and rhythm and
blues. I try to collect music from that era but it is hard
to find. That is why two of my favorite collections are
the complete Stax Volt singles collection from 1959 to
1968. I also have a Chess Records Decade Of Soul col-
lection. I don't care if they are 45s, albums, or 33s, if I
can get them I will take them all.
“I have beec from that era but it is hard to find.
That is why two of my favorite collections are the
con trying to collect music since I was in high
school and it never seems to be enough. I always
run into that request that I don't have. Since being a
mobile DJ, I have had to broaden my music. Now I
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can cover from the 50s to today's top 40. I
have even been able to throw a polka in
when I needed to.”
In addition to handling programmer
chores, Pat also hosts the afternoon drive-
time, Pat Patterson’s Beach Party, Monday
through Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. AND the
Low Country Boil (wife Robin came up
with this apt show title) on Saturdays, noon
until 4 p.m. For sister station Sunny 103.5 in
Greenwood, S.C., Pat DJs The Beat of the
Beach on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
and The Sunny Beach Party on Sunday
from 2 to 6 p.m.
“I purchased the station two years ago,”
John told me,“ but didn’t put the format on
until about six months later. I started off
playing just Christmas music [November
2006]; then I played straight jazz. Then I fig-
ured out the format.”
DJ Pat Patterson
Listener comments, emails and the num-
bers all indicate thhat the format is a suc-
cess.
Pat told me,”I had an email last week from the
president of the Hardeeville Chamber of Commerce
saying this was the best format he’s heard.”
Listener reaction to streaming has been very posi-
tive. Listener comments in the website’s guestbook
rave about both the station and DJs. The numbers
for December 2008 report 2,542 with an average lis-
tening time of 149 minutes. John FM has also
received a 2 share for the first Arbitron book and an
overall rating of 1.8.
Pat went on to tell me, “We’re really happy with
the response to the streaming. In fact, it was a
low-key thing. We didn’t promote it beyond
telling listeners during the shows and announcing
the website address.”
Until now, I haven’t heard Pat much on the radio.
Instead, I’ve enjoyed him at events like the
Charleston Beach Music Festival and during the
Southern Soul entertainment series last year at the
O.D. Beach Club. But I didn’t know a whole lot about www.MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com. Email Dariel Bendin at
him wanted to find out more about his background:
“I grew up in McCormickk , S.C.,” Pat tells me,
“where I lived for 44 years until I met and married
my beautiful wife, Robin. I served on City Council in
McCormick for 18 years and also served as mayor
pro tem.
“Also during my years in McCormick I served as
Fire Chief. And, as Robin always reminds me, when
we met I was working as a Nationally Registered
Critical Care Paramedic for Greenwood County and
now I am a DJ!
“I am the youngest of three. I have a older brother
who lives in Lexington, S.C. and a older sister who lives
in Greenwood. I lost both of my parents to cancer.
“One of my first DJ jobs was at my high school
Long Cane Academy in McCormick.
“I started to volunteer to be the DJ at our school
dances and that is when I got the bug. I never will
forget that first job. I had two turntables and a box of
45s and albums, my how times have changed. I also
played the drums at that time with a band called
Southern Comfort. I have also played for The
Backwater Beach Band; Fresh Air, out of Columbia,
S.C. anddddddddddd for four years I played for
Hack Bartley in Hack Bartley and Visions.
“One of my most memorable experiences as a DJ
has been to be nominated for Club and Mobile DJ
and FM Radio DJ for four years in a row. Although I
have not won the award itself, I feel that I am a win-
ner just by being nominated; it is an honor to me.
“There was also the memorable wedding recep-
tion I did. Over an hour had gone by and the bride
and groom had not yet shown up. Finally the bride
MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com
comes rushing to my to me
hands me a CD and says, ‘Play
our first dance.’ I give them a
grand introduction and they
start to dance and I notice ten-
sion between the two. After
about a minute into their first
song the bride catches the
groom with a mean
right hook that buck-
led his knees!!! The
rest is history, and
after a mini brawl the
reception was over.
That was one for the
scrap book.
“Most of my mobile
DJ jobs come from
word of mouth and
from my
website: www.djpatpat-
terson.net. I hope that
in the future my territo-
ry will expand.
In telling me about
himself, Pat changed
the subject often to his
boss, John Broomfield.
“Hats off to John,” he
says. “I admire how he
pays so much attention
to the people who listen to the music. He’s a dancer ...
a very good dancer, active in the shag club events.
He’s part of the community, not just the owner of a
station. His contact with people is on a personal level,
not just business. In fact, he brings a personal touch to
the business that you just don’t see very often.”
If you’d like to check out the streaming beach, boo-
gie, blues and jazz from John FM, log onto
www.johnfm.net and click on the Warp Radio link.
Here’s the weekly lineup:
Monday - Friday
7 a.m.-Noon The Fez
Noon-1 p.m. Lunch At John’s
4 p.m.-9 p.m. Pat Patterson’s Beach Party
Saturday
12 noon - 4 p.m. Pat Patterson's Low Country Boil
6 p.m.-9 p.m. On The Beach with Charlie Brown
Sunday
8 a.m.-12 noon The Sunday Morning Jazz Brunch
with Dave Fezler
Read BeachNewz online at
darielb@atmc.net or visit her MySpace page at www.My
Space.com/culturejunkie .
Station History
little history is in order here. With stations
A changing format and call letters on a
moment’s notice, it’s hard to keep track.
According to a piece in online reference,
Wikipedia, “104.9 signed on as WXRY-FM in
1985. The station changed call signs to WZBZ in
1988, thenon in 1990 as WSHG, "Shag FM." In
1997, Shag FM moved its format to what was
then WHBZ (now WXST) and became the origi-
nal home of The Gator, while modern rock
WWVV was on 106.9.
“WWVV was owned and operated by Triad
Broadcasting, known locally as Adventure Radio
(the name of the company that owned WWVV
before Triad), as Triad did not want to scare off
potential advertisers and/or listeners by
announcing new station owners. WWVV and six
other stations were bought by Triad in May
2000.” to a beach music station in 1990 as
WSHG, "Shag FM." In 1997, Shag FM moved its
format to what was then WHBZ (now WXST)
and became the original home of The Gator,
while modern rock WWVV was on 106.9.
“WWVV was owned and operated by Triad
Broadcasting, known locally as Adventure
Radio (the name of the company that owned
WWVV before Triad), as Triad did not want to
scare off potential advertisers and/or listeners
by announcing new station owners. WWVV
and six other stations were bought by Triad in
May 2000.”
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EARTH
From the Editors
of E/The
Environmental Magazine
Dear EarthTalk: With all the
talk of rising seas, what could
happen to the rivers that flow into
the oceans? Will they reverse
flow? Will rising seas back up into
fresh water lakes? And what hap-
pens to our groundwater should
saltwater flow backwards into it?
– Sandy Smith, concerned
Michigander
The intrusion of saltwater from
the sea into rivers and groundwater
is a serious issue, but the threat is
not from a reversal of flow, and our
far inland lakes and rivers are not
expected to be directly affected by
the salty water of our oceans.
However, the sensitive areas around
the edges of our continents, where
fresh water meets salt water, are at
risk, and greater efforts must be
taken to protect them. Some 40 per-
cent of world population lives less
than 40 miles (60 kilometers) from
the shoreline.
According to the Intergovern-
mental Panel on Climate Change
(IPCC), global average sea levels
should rise eight to 34 inches by the
year 2100, a much faster pace than
the four to 10 inch increase of the
past century. Seas rise because of
higher global temperatures, melting
mountain glaciers and polar ice
caps, and other factors. Higher tem-
peratures also cause thermal expan-
sion of ocean water, intensifying the
problem.
Rising sea levels cause major
problems as they erode and flood
coastlines and, yes, as they mix salt
water with fresh. A November 2007
article in ScienceDaily posited that
coastal communities could face sig-
nificant losses in fresh water sup-
plies as saltwater intrudes inland.
And whereas it had been previously
assumed that salty water could only
intrude underground as far as it did
above ground, new studies show
that in some cases salt water can go
50 percent further inland under-
ground than it does above ground.
Salty water invading groundwa-
ter can reach not only residential
water supplies but intakes for agri-
cultural irrigation and industrial
uses, as well. Economic effects
include loss of coastal fisheries and
other industries, coastal protection
costs, and the loss of once-valuable
coastal property as people move
inland.
Estuaries at the mouths of rivers
have in the past handled rising
ocean levels. Sediment that accu-
mulates along the edge of an estuary
can raise the level of the land as the
sea levels rise. And mangrove
swamps, which buffer many a
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coastal zone around the world,
flourish in brackish conditions.
But because of our preference for
living in coastal areas, and our habit
of re-engineering our surroundings
accordingly, humans make matters
worse by preventing natural
processes from managing the
change. On the coast, we build
roads and buildings, and replace
natural buffers like mangrove
swamps with dikes and bulkheads
to control flooding, which make the
problem worse by preventing beach
sediment from collecting. And as
we dam rivers and create reservoirs,
we trap the sediment that would nat-
urally flow down to the sea.
In some places, changes are hap-
pening. Governments are beginning
to restrict or prohibit building in set-
back zones along the coast where
risk of erosion is the greatest. A
newer policy of “rolling easements”
is also being tried, where developers
are allowed to build in restricted
zones but will be required to remove
the structures if and when they
become threatened by erosion. The
IPCC recommends more drastic
actions, such as creating more
marshes and wetlands as buffers
against the rising level of the sea,
and migrating populations and
industry away from coastlines alto-
gether.
Dear EarthTalk: Is it better to
drive an older, well-maintained
car that gets about 25 miles per
gallon, or to buy a new car that
gets about 35 miles per gallon?
– Edward Peabody, via e-mail
It definitely makes more sense
from a green perspective to keep
your old car running and well-main-
tained as long as you can -especial-
ly if it’s getting such good mileage.
There are significant environmental
costs to both manufacturing a new
automobile and adding your old car
to the ever-growing collective junk
heap.
A 2004 analysis by Toyota found
that as much as 28 percent of the
carbon dioxide emissions generated
during the lifecycle of a typical
gasoline-powered car can occur
during its manufacture and its trans-
portation to the dealer; the remain-
ing emissions occur during driving
once its new owner takes posses-
sion. An earlier study by Seikei
University in Japan put the pre-pur-
chase number at 12 percent.
Regardless of which conclusion
is closer to the truth, your current
car has already passed its manufac-
ture and transport stage, so going
forward the relevant comparison
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has only to do with its remaining
footprint against that of a new car’s
manu-facture/transport and driver’s
footprint - not to mention the envi-
ronmental impact of either dispos-
ing of your old car or selling it to a
new owner who will continue to
drive it. There are environmental
impacts, too, even if your old car is
junked, dismantled and sold for
parts.
And don’t forget that the new
hybrids - despite lower emissions
and better gas mileage - actually
have a much larger environmental
impact in their manufacture, com-
pared to non-hybrids. The batteries
that store energy for the drive train
are no friend to the environment -
and having two engines under one
Rising sea levels cause major problems as they erode and flood coastlines
and as they mix salt water with fresh water. Coastal communities could face
significant losses in fresh water supplies as saltwater intrudes inland.
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emissions. And all-electric vehi- ciency for your specific make and
cles are only emission-free if the model vehicle.
outlet providing the juice is con- MyMileMarker.com takes it a
nected to a renewable energy step further, making projections
source, not a coal-burning
power plant, as is more likely.
If you want to assess your
current car’s fuel efficiency or
emissions, there are many serv-
ices available online. The gov-
about annual mileage, fuel costs and
fuel efficiency based on your driving
habits. If you have an iPhone, you
can keep track of your car’s carbon
footprint with the new “Greenmeter
App” from Hunter Research and
ernment website
FuelEconomy.gov provides fuel
efficiency stats for hundreds of dif-
ferent vehicles dating back to 1985.
Technologies. The program uses
numerous variables to make its cal-
culations on-the-go as you drive,
including weather conditions, cost
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It definitely makes more sense from a green perspective to keep your old car
running and well-maintained as long as you can - especially if it’s getting
good mileage. There are significant environmental costs to both manufac-
turing a new automobile and adding your old car to the ever-growing col-
lective junk heap. Photo by Getty Images.
Websites TrackYourGasMileage.com of fuel, vehicle weight, and more.
and MPGTune.com can help you If you simply must change your
track your mileage and provide vehicle, be it for fuel efficiency or
any other reason, one option is to
simply buy a used car that gets bet-
ter gas mileage than your existing
one. There’s much to be said, from
many environmental vantage points,
about postponing replacement pur-
chases - of anything, not just cars - to
keep what’s already made out of the
waste stream and to delay the addi-
tional environmental costs of mak-
ing something new.
Got an environmental ques-
tion? Send it to: EarthTalk, c/o
E/The Environmental Magazine,
P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT
06881; submit it at:
www.emagazine.com/earthtalk/this
week/, or e-mail:
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• If you're ever lost in the wilder- • Successful inventor and business- Morse, a painter who also hap-
Bendin
ness of the eastern central part of man Thomas Alva Edison received pened to be the inventor of a sin-

G
North America, it might help to only three months of formal educa- gle-wire telegraph system and reat
look for Silphium laciniatum, bet- tion, at a public school in developer of the Morse Code. news
for
ter known as the compass flower or
compass plant. This perennial herb
resembles the sunflower and can
Michigan.

• Those who study such things

By Samantha Weaver
• Those who paint their fingernails
these days tend to choose the color
on a whim. In ancient China,
though, it was a much more serious
matter: The color of your finger-
nails was an indication of your
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sneeze can reach more than 100
miles per hour.
• In 19th-century England, one Dr.
William Palmer was suspected of
going on a killing spree, poisoning
his mother-in-law, his wife, his
brother, five of his children and at
least two people to whom he owed
grow from 3 to 12 feet tall. The
plant's usefulness is based on the
fact that its leaves tend to orient
themselves so that they point north
and south.
Thought for the Day:
"I like them to talk nonsense.
That's man's one privilege over all
creation. Through error you come
to the truth! I am a man because I
err! You never reach any truth
claim that the human skull can be
compressed by 10 percent before
the bone cracks. It begs the ques-
tion, though: How did they test the
hypothesis?
• Only male mockingbirds sing; the
females of the species are silent.
• In 1740, a judge in an ecclesiasti-
cal court in France tried a cow --
yes, an actual bovine -- for sorcery.
• You've probably never heard the
term "univocalic"; it's one of those
specialized words used by those
who study the English language.
The word refers to a piece of writ-
ing that uses only one of the vow-
els. "Strenghthlessness," for exam-
ple, is the longest one-word univo-
calic in English.
• Experts say that in the United
States, approximately 3.5 billion
tons of soil are lost every year to
erosion. That's enough to fill a
music lovers -
Guitarist
Nashville’s Rickey Godfrey To Perform
/singer/song-
writer Rickey
Godfrey will be
Two Shows In The Carolinas
Papa’s Pizza opened in Ten’ll Kill Me, Give Me Nine,” hip-shakin’ soul
performing two shows in Nov. 2006 and has proven so which was co-written by broth- and hard-rockin’
coastal Carolina this week. popular that owners Dickie er Ronnie. Soul Sensations blues to Chasers
On Saturday afternoon,
and Dianne Spencer added (2003, Mossland Records) gar- Beach Club on
Jan. 17, Godfrey returns to another dining room to the nered four 2004 CBMA awards Oak Island in
Papa’s Pizza Wings & restaurant with room for including, Group of the Year, N.C. This will be
Things in Little River, entertainment. Rickey Producer of the Year, Group an electric show,
S.C., where he will present Godfrey performed there last Album and Song of the Year, featuring Rickey
an acoustic show from 2
summer as part of the expan- “Can’t Change My Heart.” Godfrey origi-
to 5 p.m. sion celebration. Papa’s Pizza Wings & Things nals, blues and
“I’m bringing my Godfrey, who has been is lach Club on Oak Island in hits from the
Telecaster, too,” he grins, nominated by the Music City N.C. This will be an electric two award-win-
“but, at this point I’m plan- Blues Society as both Guitarist show, featuring Rickey Godfrey ning beach mar-

social rank.
• It was newsman Dan Rather who
made the following sage observa-
tion: "Americans will put up with
anything, provided it doesn't block
traffic."
• Here's something to consider the
next time your allergies start acting
up: It's been reported that the force
of the air movement generated by a
PHOTO: Kirk Acevedo
Q: Years ago, there was a sit-
com starring Whoopi
Goldberg, and I cannot
remember its name. She was
27” WEB-100
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without making fourteen mistakes, The poor animal was found guilty freight train so long that it would ning on doing an acoustic and Keyboard Player of the originals, blues and hits from ket CDs, includ-
money. He was finally brought to show. You never know what
and very likely a hundred and and sentenced to hang from the circle the globe 19 times at the Year, is well known for the his two award-winning beach ing “Can’t
trial for the murder of his friend might happen though. I hear gritty soul sound that has per- market CDs, including “Can’t Change
fourteen." neck until dead. Equator.
John Parsons Cook, who had - Fyodor Dostoevsky they’re going to set up a meated his last two CDs. Change MyHeart” and MyHeart,”
keyboard, so I may even Once In a Lifetime Love, “Heartbreak Hotel.” “Give It To a
become violently ill and then died
play some keys. released on Mossland Records Located on the road to Good Man” as Rickey Godfrey deeply enganged in making his
after having dinner at Palmer's • If you're like the average
“I love playing at Papa’s. in 2006, earned CBMA awards Calabash in the Lowes Food well as “I Want a Telecaster talk and cry.
home. Palmer was convicted and • It was Canadian-born author and American, you consumed more Thought for the Day:
It’s a friendly crowd, and for Blues Album of the Year shopping plaza in Little River. Nasty Woman,”
sentenced to be hanged. As he was educator Laurence J. Peter who than 250 eggs last year. "There are no wise few. Every aris- the food is great. Dickie and (“Once In a Lifetime Love”), Entry is from either Hwy. 17 or a new song that has become a For more information, call
mounting the gallows, witnesses made the following sage observa- tocracy that has ever existed has Dianne are the best! Group of the Year and Group Hwy. 179. For more informa- favorite onMySpace. This is 910-278-5252.
claim that Palmer looked at the • The first photograph of a United behaved, in all essential points, “I’ll also be debuting my Album of the Year (“Once In a tion, call 843-249-3663, or in music that makes you want to For more information
tion: "The man who says he is will-
States citizen was taken in 1839. exactly like a small mob." brand new soul song, ‘Help Lifetime Love”). It included N.C., call 910-575-7900. move, so bring your dancin’ about Rickey Godfrey, visit
trapdoor and exclaimed, "Are you ing to meet you halfway is usually Yourself To Me.’ This will the hit singles, “Hotel At 9 p.m. that same night, his MySpace page at
shoes.
sure it's safe?" a poor judge of distance." The subject was Samuel F.B. - G.K. Chesterton be the first time I’m per- Happiness,” featuring Don the Greenville, S.C. native will Chasers is located at 601 www.MySpace.com/therick-
forming it.” Wise on saxophone and “If be bringing his unique brand of Ocean Drive, Oak Island, N.C. eygodfreyband .
By DNA Smith
A: Puerto Rican actor Kirk Acevedo plays the
character of Agent Charlie Francis on Fox's new
LIBRA (September 23 to
October 22) Although you can weigh
Picks Of The Week
Couch Theater:DVDPreviews
“A
hit drama/thriller, "Fringe." Kirk, 34, has starred in ppaloosa” -- I’m
all factors of a dispute to find an agree-
"Band of Brothers," "The Black Donnelleys," not a huge fan of ular results. Fans of cult
able solution for others, you might need who aren’t fans of the genre.
"Law and Order: Trial by Jury" and "Oz." He has Westerns, but there Japanese cinema will definitely
the skilled input of someone you trust to are two -- John Wayne’s “The
been married to actress Kiersten Warren want this in their collection.
("Desperate Housewives" and "Divine Secrets of
help you deal with an ongoing situation Shootist” and “Tombstone” Dog Of The Week
the Ya-Ya Sisterhood") since May 2005. ARIES (March 21 to April 19) of your own. with Val Kilmer -- that I “Swing Vote” -- Kevin TV Series
*** Although you're getting kudos and other SCORPIO (October 23 to absolutely love. So, it’s always Costner stars in this ridicu-
November 21) The good news is that lous election-year comedy "Battlestar Galactica" Season 4.0
Q: What has happened to the CBS show positive reactions to your suggestions, a pleasant surprise when I
about the presidential election "The Tudors" Season 2
"Moonlight"? Will it be returning in the don't let the cheers drown out some your brief period of self-doubt turns into come across a Western that
hanging on the vote of one "Duckman" Four-Season Pack
spring? - Joann G. in Vermont valid criticisms. Better to deal with them a positive "I can do anything" attitude. really entertains me. "Anthony Bourdain: No
A: The cult-hit vampire drama now than later. The better news is that you'll soon be “Appaloosa” is one of them. man. And I use the term
“comedy” quite wrongly. Reservations" Collection 3
"Moonlight" was canceled in May TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) able to prove it. “Appaloosa” stars Ed "Secret Diary of a Call Girl"
2008 by CBS. There was talk of Harris, who is also the director What was intended to be a
Following your keen Bovine intuition SAGITTARIUS (November 22 "The Waltons" The Complete
another station picking up the of the film. You can tell this is a satire of the American politi-
pays off, as you not only reassess the sug- to December 21) This is a good time cal process and a sort of Eighth Season
series and producing a second sea- labor of love for him; his pas-
gestions some people are putting in front for Sagittarians to start making travel Frank Capra-esque love letter "Frisky Dingo" Season 2
son, but the plans were scrapped plans while you can still select from a sion for the genre and this "Mannix" The Second Season
of you, but also their agendas for doing to America is instead an over-
and "Moonlight" was permanently story comes through in every "Transformers" Season Two
so. wide menu of choices and deals, and not acted, Pollyanna-ish glop of

the manager or owner of a
hotel and was always being
visited by her brother and
his girlfriend.
- Carla M. in Oklahoma
A: The show you are referring
to is called "Whoopi," and it
aired on NBC from September 2003 through April
2004. Whoopi starred as Mavis Rae, a member of a
defunct one-hit-wonder group called The Ebony
Blackbirds. The crux of the show centered around
the events and people who visited Mavis' hotel, the
Lamont Hotel in New York City, including her
brother, Courtney, and his girlfriend, Rita. The
show did not do very well, mainly because of its
off-color humor and criticism of President George
W. Bush and his policies. Whoopi can now be seen
as one of the panelists on "The View," where her
edgy political and cultural commentary is wel-
comed and appreciated.
Q: On "Fringe," there is a character named
either Clarke and/or Francis. I don't know all
of characters' names yet, since the plot moves
really fast. What is his character's name, and
where have I seen him before?
- Paulette, via e-mail
canceled a month later. The first
(and only) season of the show will
be released Jan. 20 on DVD.
Q: In 1957, Mickey Rooney
made a movie called "Baby Face
Nelson." No one has ever heard
of it. I was an usher in a theater
when it came out, so I know it
was made. Is it available on DVD?
- Sonny W., via e-mail
A: You are correct. Mickey Rooney did indeed
star as the title character in 1957's "Baby Face
Nelson," which told the story of 1930s gangster
Lester Joseph Gillis, better known as Baby Face
Nelson due to his youthful appearance and small
stature. After John Dillinger's death in July 1934,
Baby Face became Public Enemy No. 1. That sta-
tus was short-lived, as he was killed at the age of
25 during a shootout with FBI agents. Like many
of the great old movies of the 1950s and '60s,
"Baby Face Nelson" is not yet available on DVD.
Have a question for Cindy? E-mail her at let-
ters@cindyelavsky.com, or write to her in care of
King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475,
Orlando, FL 32853-6475.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)
You continue on a high-enthusiasm cycle
as that new project you've assumed takes
shape.You're also buoyed by the anticipa-
tion of receiving some good news about
a personal matter.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22)
Your eagerness to immerse yourself in
your new assignment is understandable.
But be careful that you don't forget to
take care of that pressing personal situa-
tion as well.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) This
is a good time to learn a new skill that
could give a clever Cat an edge in the
upcoming competition for workplace
opportunities. Enjoy the arts this week-
end with someone special.
VIRGO (August 23 to September
22) You could risk creating an impasse if you
insist on expecting more from others than
they're prepared to give. Showing flexibility in
what you'll accept could prevent a stalemate.
be forced to settle for leftovers.
CAPRICORN (December 22
to January 19) Like your zodiacal sign,
the sure-footed Goat, you won't allow
obstacles in your path to keep you from
reaching your goal. Don't be surprised by
who asks to go along with you.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to
February 18) Let your head dominate
your heart as you consider the risks that
might be involved in agreeing to be a
friend's co-signer or otherwise act as his
or her backup in a financial matter.
PISCES (February 19 to March
20) Prioritize: Resolve to close the door
and let your voice mail take your phone
calls while you finish up a task before the
end-of-week deadline. Then go out and
enjoy a fun-filled weekend.
BORN THIS WEEK: Your capaci-
ty for care and compassion helps to bring
comfort to others.
frame. Also starring is Viggo
Mortensen. The two men play
Virgil Cole (Harris) and Everett
Hitch (Mortensen), guns for
hire in the Old West. They go
from town to town, running
out desperados and bringing
peace to simple folk who just
want to start a new life.
Which brings them to the
town of Appaloosa. The marshall
(an old friend of Cole’s) and his
deputies are murdered by a sinis-
ter rancher named Bragg. Cole
and Hitch take on the rancher
and his crew, but things get a lit-
tle complicated when a widow
(Renee Zellweger) moves to
town and begins a love triangle
with the two lawmen.
“Appaloosa” is an entertain-
ing, well-acted and -directed
film. Fans of Westerns will defi-
nitely want to add this DVD to
their libraries, and it is well
worth a rental for folks like me
"Little Britain USA" Jeremy Irons and Viggo Mortensen in “Appaloosa”.
treacle with all the bite of an
earthworm. “Swing Vote” is a "God on Trial" (Masterpiece
"Reba" Season 5 Season
waste of your time and my Theatre)
"Lovejoy" Season 4 "Matlock" Season 2
time, and every copy of this "Skins" Vol. 1
"House of Payne" Vol. 3 "Walker, Texas Ranger" The
DVD should be used to con- "Man vs. Wild" Season 2
"Dallas" The Complete Tenth Complete Sixth Season
struct a prison for Costner so
he never makes another
movie again.
Not For The Faint Of Heart
“Tokyo Gore Police” --
From the same demented
crew that brought us “The
Machine Gun Girl” comes
“Tokyo Gore Police,” an over-
the-top action-horror flick
about a group of engineers
who can grow weapons out
of any wound inflicted on a
person. The results are per-
verse, grotesque and shock-
ing. The Tokyo Police
Department therefore trains a
special squad to combat these
hideous and sadistic crimi-
nals -- with gory and spectac-
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C O M M E N TA R Y
Detroit’s Big 3:
A Failure To Adapt
By Thomas H.
Swank, Executive
Coach
Could the dilemma
that now faces
Detroit’s Big 3 auto
makers and con-
gress, become a dilemma for your busi-
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ness too?
There are many factors which have cul-
minated in the current dilemma, but the
primary responsibility rests at Detroit’s
doorstep. During the first oil crisis back in
the 1970’s, gas was rationed and people
were waiting in long lines. There was great
concern about alternative energy sources
for the future. Much like today, as soon as
gas prices declined, the appetite for alter-
native energy rapidly waned.
Detroit was unswerving in its produc-
tion of muscle cars and big body sedans.
Consumers made numerous references
regarding the abundant size of Detroit’s
cars. Personally I prefer the retrospective
lyrics of the classic hit song by the B-52’s
from the late 80’s entitled “Love Shack”:
“Hop in my Chrysler, it's as big as a whale
and it's about to set sail! I got me a car, it
seats about twenty… So c'mon and bring
your jukebox money…” A later reference
in the song even refers to the “Tin Roof
rusted…” The observation and commen-
tary provided where in the words of the
day… right on.
The 70’s oil crisis triggered a market
shift and someone was paying attention,
but it wasn’t Detroit. An element of for-
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ward thinking American consumers began
a quest for smaller fuel efficient vehicles.
While the VW Beetle had been around for
a long time, it was the Japanese auto mak-
ers who were astute enough to envision
where the American auto market was
trending. Toyota, Honda and Nissan
(Datsun) came calling at our ports with
their cargo ships full of high quality, fuel
efficient sub-compact vehicles. Right on
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their heels came Subaru, Mazda and
Mitsubishi.
At first blush, many referred to these
cars as “puddle-jumpers”. But by the early
80’s Congress imposed not only tariffs, but
import restrictions on these vehicles.
Consumers were now on waiting lists and
paying premium prices to get their hands
on these prized possessions. Concurrently,
Congress was deferring legislation that
was passed in the 70’s requiring higher
fuel efficiency standards. These actions
were supposed to allow Detroit to “catch
up” to foreign product quality and technol-
ogy. In a feeble attempt to compete in the
small car market, Detroit offered the
Chevette, Festiva, GEO and other inferior
products. Then in the midst of struggle and
change, American Motors (the U.S. # 4
auto maker) died along the side of the
road.
By the 1990’s the foreign auto manu-
facturers were firmly entrenched and had
begun assembling their vehicles in U.S.
production facilities. Not only did they
build them here, but they built them better.
As well, a similar Korean invasion had
now begun. Low priced entries from
Hyundai and KIA quickly caught on. Like
a political cliché, Detroit responded with
more of the same as it rolled out SUV’s
and the Hummer. Ford demonstrated
exactly why a catchy slogan isn’t enough
to be successful. “Quality is job #1!”
sounded great; unfortunately Ford still
hasn’t been able to deliver on that promise.
For over 30 years Detroit has failed to
adapt to market change or develop
Strategic Business Plans that would pro-
duce the right results. As well, they failed
in securing futuristic Leadership that was
capable of creating a compelling vision for
their future. The bottom line result is that
they have suffered a dramatic loss in mar-
ket share, which can never be reclaimed.
Like Detroit, the future success of your
business rests on your ability to create a
right vision for the future, while develop-
ing effective leadership and a strategic
business plan that actually works.
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National Geographic special on the Mongolian From there I had to read “Dewey: The
P A G E
mals who live on Bedlam Farm in upstate New
Having a Cat culture), tells the story of his master, a race car Small Town Library Cat Who Touched the York.
Morning and a Dog- driver, and his family, including the in-laws he World,” which had been sitting on my shelves The best thing about this book is that NO
calls “The Evil Twins” because they dress for a while. I felt like cats were not getting DOGS DIE, which is quite a relief after some
day Afternoon alike. To tell more would be to give away a their due, and my own two cats had been glow- of the others (“Edgar Sartelle” in particular).
good story, but do yourself a favor before read- ering at me with all the dog books lying about. The bad news is that quite a few humans do die
By Mona Prufer
ing it, go online to artofracingintherain.com “Dewey” is the nonfiction account of an because the author and his dogs visit hospice
and watch the video of Enzo there. extraordinary cat who loved people and “his” patients, which does not always have a happy
Animals seem to be taking over my life. For me, the recent animal-books influx library in Spencer, Iowa. More than just an ending. Check out the author’s Web site at
My literary life, that is, not my home life, might’ve started with “Marley & Me” by Josh animal book, “Dewey” is a memoir of small www.bedlamfarm.com for lots of great photos
though that is also dominated by our three in- Grogan, which I resisted until it was about the town life, its people and, particularly, author as well as animal news.
residence animals who rule the roost: Moose, last book on CD at Chapin Memorial Library Vicki Myron and her family.
our part shepherd, part husky “pound puppy” that I had not listened to. I was somewhat Now I have just ejected the last CD of
of nine years; Spot, the 10-year-old silky white reluctant to pick it up because I hate to drive “Izzy and Lenore: Two Dogs, An Unexpected
cat with a pink nose and bunny fur; and down the highway with a wet steering wheel; Journey and Me” by Jon Katz, the account of
Willow, the three-legged Maine Coon cat with you can almost always count on tears when lis-
attitude who showed up on our front porch tening to books about animals who’ve touched
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several years ago and never left. human lives.
But no, I’m really talking about the sudden “Marley & Me, “the predictable but charm-
abundance of books, really good, interesting, ingly-recounted bad-dog - you-can’t - live-
feel-good books, about people and their ani- without story is now a movie. My mom and I
mals. Somehow, they are a refreshing change saw the “Marley” movie over the holidays and
of pace from the more serious and “important” boo-hooed through the last 15 minutes, even
By Jill Jackson who will not admit to his books like Cormac McCarthy’s profoundly though we knew it was coming. If you’ve ever Spot and Willow
sexiness, nor will any dark masterpiece “The Road” or Suzanne
had to say goodbye to an animal you’ve loved,
HOLLYWOOD ... AWARDS! person not admit he is a Collins’ brutally disturbing “The Hunger who’s become part of the family, you know
AWARD SHOWS! MORE very fine actor. Yes, there are probably “more important”
Games.” what I mean.
AWARDS! I never thought I would Want to know more books I could be reading, but right now I’m
We readers need a break, guys! Then there was “The Story of Edgar
weary of it all. But there are just so about Benicio? He was eyeing one that’s been collecting dust for a few
In a refreshing concept, Enzo the dog actu- Sartelle,” which I actually heard about word-
many now -- Golden Globes, born in Santurce, Puerto months now; it’s “The Good, Good Pig: The
ally narrates “The Art of Racing in the Rain” of-mouth and read BEFORE OPRAH “dis-
Directors Guilds, Oscar's, etc. Heath Rico, in 1967, but was Extraordinary Life of Christopher Hogwood”
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HONORING Art, Artists and Collectors -
A Love Triangle
By Ken Tucker
Buying art is the same thing as
falling in love. (Nohra Haime)
Magic happens. You look at it
and it looks back at you, and you
know you were meant for each
other. If you are a true lover, you
commit to it, take it home to live
with you, and your pleasure lasts a
lifetime. It matters not what peo-
ple think, what is the cost, what
will be the consequences.
CMYK
“The object isn't to make art,
it's to be in that wonderful state
which makes art inevitable.”
(Robert Henri)
There are very few artistic
geniuses. There are a few young
children who can paint very
sophisticated paintings or compose
complex music, but most artists
have spent years learning how.
An experienced painter can do
a demonstration and make it look
easy, but the viewer doesn’t see the
hours of study and practice, effort
and failure, that made it possible.
“Even though it may only take
one hour to produce a great work
of art, there are years of nurtured
vision and feeling in every stroke.”
(Susan Easton Burns)
27” WEB-100
The Dream..MLK...1/19/09
The Hope...BHO...1/20/09
Marsh at Vereen, oil on canvas.
Alternatives
Artists are always asked, “How
long did it take to do that?” The
true answer is “All my life.”
In other times and cultures,
artists were supported by wealthy
patrons. Today, artists have to sup-
port themselves. Much of the time
an artist needs to devote to art is
taken up by having to earn a living.
Getting into the creative “zone”
doesn’t always fit into an appoint-
ment schedule.
“My career is to paint - that's
the best part - that I am able to
paint and have complete freedom
and control over my art and busi-
ness. The hardest part is thinking
about the business end of every-
thing. I would much rather spend
all my time at the easel.” (Dana
Levin)
Business people know “The
purpose of a business is to create
and keep a customer. All business
activities must be focused on this
central purpose.” (Brian Tracy)
How then can an artist be
focused on art and on business
without detriment to art, business
and the artist as well?
JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009
There are artists who are good
at marketing themselves, and there
are equally good artists who are
not. There are artists who must
paint to sell, and others who must
sell to paint. Artists joke that they
have to support their habit.
On the other side of the crowd-
ed room, there are those who
admire and appreciate art and
artists, those Collectors who are
the ones who feel the magic and
fall in love. How can we bring
them together? There are galleries
and art guilds and competitions all
around. People attend shows and
art walks and fairs. Why do people
not buy art?
“ Many people simply do not
trust their own taste. Having some-
one else – other than the artist –
tell them the work is good often
gives them ‘permission to buy’.”
(Kelly Borsheim)
People often think they can’t
afford it, but then they go spend
thousands of dollars on the latest
new car, cell phone, or TV. There
may be some who think they don’t
know enough about art, or that
they aren’t qualified to own art.
“Exposure is what people die of
when they get lost in the woods.
Artists need to get paid.” (Bob
Ragland)
Artists are often asked to
donate art to every charity that’s
having a fundraiser, for the expo-
sure. Collectors know that art is an
investment. It brings rewards
financially sometimes, but an even
more important investment is in
the quality of life.
“Engagement with art – with
the product of someone else's
imagination – can change your
life, often for the better, and some-
times profoundly.” – Max Wyman
The world needs artists. We live
in troubling times. Uplifting art-
work puts people's attention on
positive things and makes them
feel good about being alive. (Scott
Menaul)
“Art pulls a community togeth-
er... Art makes you feel differently.
That's what artists are doing all the
time, shifting and changing the
way you see life.” (Lister Sinclair)
“If art is to nourish the roots of
our culture, society must set the
artist free to follow his vision
wherever it takes him.” (John F.
Kennedy)
The community helps do this
by supporting the local artists.
The people go to shows, exhibits,
galleries, and art fairs with the
intention to buy something! They
find something wonderful, the
Azalea Path, oil on canvas.
magic happens, they fall in love.
They buy art. The artists create
more art. The world is a better place.
Ruth Cox
Reception & Show
Southern Portraits and Accents
presents the work of a different
artist each month. January 15
will show the art of Ruth Cox, a
Myrtle Beach native who paints en
plein air the lovely local scenery
of beaches, inlets, marshes, gar-
dens, and old farms and barns.
She also paints murals in homes
and businesses. The largest, and
my most favorite mural job is the
one in Black Water Market in
Conway, depicting old-time
Conway scenes and ambience.
The reception is 6 to 9 p.m. The
gallery is located in Village
Square Shopping Center, 3901 N.
Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach.
For more information, call 843-
448-3303
Ruth Cox: ‘I Am Art !’
I am an artist. It’s what I’ve
always known about myself, from
childhood. I remember being very
young, sitting at the kitchen table
drawing pictures and making up
stories about them for hours, after
everyone else had gone to bed.
When I was an 8 year old
Brownie Scout, I wanted to earn
an Art badge. This project sent me
to the library to look up artists. I
remember looking at a book of
Monet paintings and being
absolutely stunned by his painting
of “La Grenouille” or the Frog
Pond. It was a defining moment. I
could never look at a pond or any
body of water again without see-
ing it in a new way. I was forever
changed.
Over the years I have experi-
enced similar events. I like to call
them “Aha” moments, when
something lights up in the brain.
An art teacher in elementary
school showed me how to see light
21
CMYK
and shadow on objects, and I was
thrilled. I was changed.
I had an opportunity to visit the
John Singer Sargent exhibit at the
National Gallery not once but
twice! Both times I had to stop and
stare at the first painting in the
entrance to the exhibit, “Fumee
d’ambergris”. I would go nearer
to see the brush strokes, which
looked like a mess up close! Then
I would back up to see the whole
painting, which magically became
perfect marble columns, drapery,
rug, figure. Back and forth I went,
until finally some impatient tourist
behind me complained and asked
me to get out of the way. I can’t
look at anything now without try-
ing to see it as Sargent would. I
was changed.
After seeing the musical
“Stomp” everyday items such as
brooms, paper cups, lighters, pans,
or even garbage cans I have a new
found appreciation for how musi-
cal they can be . I was enchant-
ed.
I’ve had people tell me similar
things about my paintings. One
person said she couldn’t look at
clouds any more without thinking
of a painting I’d done for her. A
student told me he had never
“seen” the light and shadow on the
trees before I pointed it out in
class. A symbolic painting I did in
a time of great sadness holds much
meaning for people who hear the
story of it.
Art changes people. Art awak-
ens parts of the mind and spirit
that might otherwise remain
asleep. Art appreciation can
change a life. Making art can
change a life. Art can be an influ-
ence in human society. Art is
much more than a pastime, a dec-
oration to match the sofa, or a
gimmick to become rich and
famous. Art is part of the human-
ness of us, and it changes us, I
believe, for the better.
 MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com
HONORING Art, Artists and Collectors -
A Love Triangle
By Ken Tucker
Buying art is the same thing as
falling in love. (Nohra Haime)
Magic happens. You look at it
and it looks back at you, and you
know you were meant for each
other. If you are a true lover, you
commit to it, take it home to live
with you, and your pleasure lasts a
lifetime. It matters not what peo-
ple think, what is the cost, what
will be the consequences.
CMYK
“The object isn't to make art,
it's to be in that wonderful state
which makes art inevitable.”
(Robert Henri)
There are very few artistic
geniuses. There are a few young
children who can paint very
sophisticated paintings or compose
complex music, but most artists
have spent years learning how.
An experienced painter can do
a demonstration and make it look
easy, but the viewer doesn’t see the
hours of study and practice, effort
and failure, that made it possible.
“Even though it may only take
one hour to produce a great work
of art, there are years of nurtured
vision and feeling in every stroke.”
(Susan Easton Burns)
27” WEB-100
The Dream..MLK...1/19/09
The Hope...BHO...1/20/09
Marsh at Vereen, oil on canvas.
Alternatives
Artists are always asked, “How
long did it take to do that?” The
true answer is “All my life.”
In other times and cultures,
artists were supported by wealthy
patrons. Today, artists have to sup-
port themselves. Much of the time
an artist needs to devote to art is
taken up by having to earn a living.
Getting into the creative “zone”
doesn’t always fit into an appoint-
ment schedule.
“My career is to paint - that's
the best part - that I am able to
paint and have complete freedom
and control over my art and busi-
ness. The hardest part is thinking
about the business end of every-
thing. I would much rather spend
all my time at the easel.” (Dana
Levin)
Business people know “The
purpose of a business is to create
and keep a customer. All business
activities must be focused on this
central purpose.” (Brian Tracy)
How then can an artist be
focused on art and on business
without detriment to art, business
and the artist as well?
JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009
There are artists who are good
at marketing themselves, and there
are equally good artists who are
not. There are artists who must
paint to sell, and others who must
sell to paint. Artists joke that they
have to support their habit.
On the other side of the crowd-
ed room, there are those who
admire and appreciate art and
artists, those Collectors who are
the ones who feel the magic and
fall in love. How can we bring
them together? There are galleries
and art guilds and competitions all
around. People attend shows and
art walks and fairs. Why do people
not buy art?
“ Many people simply do not
trust their own taste. Having some-
one else – other than the artist –
tell them the work is good often
gives them ‘permission to buy’.”
(Kelly Borsheim)
People often think they can’t
afford it, but then they go spend
thousands of dollars on the latest
new car, cell phone, or TV. There
may be some who think they don’t
know enough about art, or that
they aren’t qualified to own art.
“Exposure is what people die of
when they get lost in the woods.
Artists need to get paid.” (Bob
Ragland)
Artists are often asked to
donate art to every charity that’s
having a fundraiser, for the expo-
sure. Collectors know that art is an
investment. It brings rewards
financially sometimes, but an even
more important investment is in
the quality of life.
“Engagement with art – with
the product of someone else's
imagination – can change your
life, often for the better, and some-
times profoundly.” – Max Wyman
The world needs artists. We live
in troubling times. Uplifting art-
work puts people's attention on
positive things and makes them
feel good about being alive. (Scott
Menaul)
“Art pulls a community togeth-
er... Art makes you feel differently.
That's what artists are doing all the
time, shifting and changing the
way you see life.” (Lister Sinclair)
“If art is to nourish the roots of
our culture, society must set the
artist free to follow his vision
wherever it takes him.” (John F.
Kennedy)
The community helps do this
by supporting the local artists.
The people go to shows, exhibits,
galleries, and art fairs with the
intention to buy something! They
find something wonderful, the
Azalea Path, oil on canvas.
magic happens, they fall in love.
They buy art. The artists create
more art. The world is a better place.
Ruth Cox
Reception & Show
Southern Portraits and Accents
presents the work of a different
artist each month. January 15
will show the art of Ruth Cox, a
Myrtle Beach native who paints en
plein air the lovely local scenery
of beaches, inlets, marshes, gar-
dens, and old farms and barns.
She also paints murals in homes
and businesses. The largest, and
my most favorite mural job is the
one in Black Water Market in
Conway, depicting old-time
Conway scenes and ambience.
The reception is 6 to 9 p.m. The
gallery is located in Village
Square Shopping Center, 3901 N.
Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach.
For more information, call 843-
448-3303
Ruth Cox: ‘I Am Art !’
I am an artist. It’s what I’ve
always known about myself, from
childhood. I remember being very
young, sitting at the kitchen table
drawing pictures and making up
stories about them for hours, after
everyone else had gone to bed.
When I was an 8 year old
Brownie Scout, I wanted to earn
an Art badge. This project sent me
to the library to look up artists. I
remember looking at a book of
Monet paintings and being
absolutely stunned by his painting
of “La Grenouille” or the Frog
Pond. It was a defining moment. I
could never look at a pond or any
body of water again without see-
ing it in a new way. I was forever
changed.
Over the years I have experi-
enced similar events. I like to call
them “Aha” moments, when
something lights up in the brain.
An art teacher in elementary
school showed me how to see light
21
CMYK
and shadow on objects, and I was
thrilled. I was changed.
I had an opportunity to visit the
John Singer Sargent exhibit at the
National Gallery not once but
twice! Both times I had to stop and
stare at the first painting in the
entrance to the exhibit, “Fumee
d’ambergris”. I would go nearer
to see the brush strokes, which
looked like a mess up close! Then
I would back up to see the whole
painting, which magically became
perfect marble columns, drapery,
rug, figure. Back and forth I went,
until finally some impatient tourist
behind me complained and asked
me to get out of the way. I can’t
look at anything now without try-
ing to see it as Sargent would. I
was changed.
After seeing the musical
“Stomp” everyday items such as
brooms, paper cups, lighters, pans,
or even garbage cans I have a new
found appreciation for how musi-
cal they can be . I was enchant-
ed.
I’ve had people tell me similar
things about my paintings. One
person said she couldn’t look at
clouds any more without thinking
of a painting I’d done for her. A
student told me he had never
“seen” the light and shadow on the
trees before I pointed it out in
class. A symbolic painting I did in
a time of great sadness holds much
meaning for people who hear the
story of it.
Art changes people. Art awak-
ens parts of the mind and spirit
that might otherwise remain
asleep. Art appreciation can
change a life. Making art can
change a life. Art can be an influ-
ence in human society. Art is
much more than a pastime, a dec-
oration to match the sofa, or a
gimmick to become rich and
famous. Art is part of the human-
ness of us, and it changes us, I
believe, for the better.
 22 JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009
C O M M E N TA R Y
Detroit’s Big 3:
A Failure To Adapt
By Thomas H.
Swank, Executive
Coach
Could the dilemma
that now faces
Detroit’s Big 3 auto
makers and con-
gress, become a dilemma for your busi-
CMYK
ness too?
There are many factors which have cul-
minated in the current dilemma, but the
primary responsibility rests at Detroit’s
doorstep. During the first oil crisis back in
the 1970’s, gas was rationed and people
were waiting in long lines. There was great
concern about alternative energy sources
for the future. Much like today, as soon as
gas prices declined, the appetite for alter-
native energy rapidly waned.
Detroit was unswerving in its produc-
tion of muscle cars and big body sedans.
Consumers made numerous references
regarding the abundant size of Detroit’s
cars. Personally I prefer the retrospective
lyrics of the classic hit song by the B-52’s
from the late 80’s entitled “Love Shack”:
“Hop in my Chrysler, it's as big as a whale
and it's about to set sail! I got me a car, it
seats about twenty… So c'mon and bring
your jukebox money…” A later reference
in the song even refers to the “Tin Roof
rusted…” The observation and commen-
tary provided where in the words of the
day… right on.
The 70’s oil crisis triggered a market
shift and someone was paying attention,
but it wasn’t Detroit. An element of for-
27” WEB-100
ward thinking American consumers began
a quest for smaller fuel efficient vehicles.
While the VW Beetle had been around for
a long time, it was the Japanese auto mak-
ers who were astute enough to envision
where the American auto market was
trending. Toyota, Honda and Nissan
(Datsun) came calling at our ports with
their cargo ships full of high quality, fuel
efficient sub-compact vehicles. Right on
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their heels came Subaru, Mazda and
Mitsubishi.
At first blush, many referred to these
cars as “puddle-jumpers”. But by the early
80’s Congress imposed not only tariffs, but
import restrictions on these vehicles.
Consumers were now on waiting lists and
paying premium prices to get their hands
on these prized possessions. Concurrently,
Congress was deferring legislation that
was passed in the 70’s requiring higher
fuel efficiency standards. These actions
were supposed to allow Detroit to “catch
up” to foreign product quality and technol-
ogy. In a feeble attempt to compete in the
small car market, Detroit offered the
Chevette, Festiva, GEO and other inferior
products. Then in the midst of struggle and
change, American Motors (the U.S. # 4
auto maker) died along the side of the
road.
By the 1990’s the foreign auto manu-
facturers were firmly entrenched and had
begun assembling their vehicles in U.S.
production facilities. Not only did they
build them here, but they built them better.
As well, a similar Korean invasion had
now begun. Low priced entries from
Hyundai and KIA quickly caught on. Like
a political cliché, Detroit responded with
more of the same as it rolled out SUV’s
and the Hummer. Ford demonstrated
exactly why a catchy slogan isn’t enough
to be successful. “Quality is job #1!”
sounded great; unfortunately Ford still
hasn’t been able to deliver on that promise.
For over 30 years Detroit has failed to
adapt to market change or develop
Strategic Business Plans that would pro-
duce the right results. As well, they failed
in securing futuristic Leadership that was
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their future. The bottom line result is that
they have suffered a dramatic loss in mar-
ket share, which can never be reclaimed.
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National Geographic special on the Mongolian From there I had to read “Dewey: The
P A G E
mals who live on Bedlam Farm in upstate New
Having a Cat culture), tells the story of his master, a race car Small Town Library Cat Who Touched the York.
Morning and a Dog- driver, and his family, including the in-laws he World,” which had been sitting on my shelves The best thing about this book is that NO
calls “The Evil Twins” because they dress for a while. I felt like cats were not getting DOGS DIE, which is quite a relief after some
day Afternoon alike. To tell more would be to give away a their due, and my own two cats had been glow- of the others (“Edgar Sartelle” in particular).
good story, but do yourself a favor before read- ering at me with all the dog books lying about. The bad news is that quite a few humans do die
By Mona Prufer
ing it, go online to artofracingintherain.com “Dewey” is the nonfiction account of an because the author and his dogs visit hospice
and watch the video of Enzo there. extraordinary cat who loved people and “his” patients, which does not always have a happy
Animals seem to be taking over my life. For me, the recent animal-books influx library in Spencer, Iowa. More than just an ending. Check out the author’s Web site at
My literary life, that is, not my home life, might’ve started with “Marley & Me” by Josh animal book, “Dewey” is a memoir of small www.bedlamfarm.com for lots of great photos
though that is also dominated by our three in- Grogan, which I resisted until it was about the town life, its people and, particularly, author as well as animal news.
residence animals who rule the roost: Moose, last book on CD at Chapin Memorial Library Vicki Myron and her family.
our part shepherd, part husky “pound puppy” that I had not listened to. I was somewhat Now I have just ejected the last CD of
of nine years; Spot, the 10-year-old silky white reluctant to pick it up because I hate to drive “Izzy and Lenore: Two Dogs, An Unexpected
cat with a pink nose and bunny fur; and down the highway with a wet steering wheel; Journey and Me” by Jon Katz, the account of
Willow, the three-legged Maine Coon cat with you can almost always count on tears when lis-
attitude who showed up on our front porch tening to books about animals who’ve touched
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several years ago and never left. human lives.
But no, I’m really talking about the sudden “Marley & Me, “the predictable but charm-
abundance of books, really good, interesting, ingly-recounted bad-dog - you-can’t - live-
feel-good books, about people and their ani- without story is now a movie. My mom and I
mals. Somehow, they are a refreshing change saw the “Marley” movie over the holidays and
of pace from the more serious and “important” boo-hooed through the last 15 minutes, even
By Jill Jackson who will not admit to his books like Cormac McCarthy’s profoundly though we knew it was coming. If you’ve ever Spot and Willow
sexiness, nor will any dark masterpiece “The Road” or Suzanne
had to say goodbye to an animal you’ve loved,
HOLLYWOOD ... AWARDS! person not admit he is a Collins’ brutally disturbing “The Hunger who’s become part of the family, you know
AWARD SHOWS! MORE very fine actor. Yes, there are probably “more important”
Games.” what I mean.
AWARDS! I never thought I would Want to know more books I could be reading, but right now I’m
We readers need a break, guys! Then there was “The Story of Edgar
weary of it all. But there are just so about Benicio? He was eyeing one that’s been collecting dust for a few
In a refreshing concept, Enzo the dog actu- Sartelle,” which I actually heard about word-
many now -- Golden Globes, born in Santurce, Puerto months now; it’s “The Good, Good Pig: The
ally narrates “The Art of Racing in the Rain” of-mouth and read BEFORE OPRAH “dis-
Directors Guilds, Oscar's, etc. Heath Rico, in 1967, but was Extraordinary Life of Christopher Hogwood”
by Garth Stein and, goofy as it sounds, it covered” it. Both my book clubs have read/are
Ledger received the top Australian raised in Pennsylvania.
works. I’ve read other books with talking ani- reading and discussing it, and most agree that by Sy Montgomery.
film Award for his work in "The Dark He studied at the
mals – the Sneaky Pie Brown series by Rita it is a splendid book with a fascinating story- How can you not love a book like that?
Knight." His mother, father, sister University of California
and 3-year-old daughter accepted it in San Diego; from there
Mae Brown with two feline sleuths come to line and cast of characters, most notably the Moose
Benicio Del Toro mind – that just didn’t work for me, but this
on his behalf. Keifer Sutherland he went to New York, dog Almondine, who is one of the main char-
book is poignant and clever, intelligent and acters in this family saga, coming-of-age, mys- a border collie and Labrador retriever who Mona Prufer is an avid reader who has
received several awards and his star on the where he honed his acting profession at the
written with great clarity. tery-thriller. I could hardly put this book down were hospice volunteers. Not just a dog story, been writing about books and authors for 25
Hollywood Walk of Fame. More, of course, to Stella Adler Conservatory.
come. I suppose you have noted a whole new Tom Enzo, who believes he will return to earth and yet, I had to put it down at times when it the memoir deals with the author’s depression, years. She can be reached at
It isn't only acting talent that makes a top actor. Cruise making the talk-show rounds promoting as a man after he dies (he heard this on a became profoundly upsetting. his hospice work and his work with the ani- mprufer@sccoast.net.
He or she must also be highly intelligent (in his latest film. No more bangs and lots of teeth.
most cases). For instance, in "Body of Lies" Just quiet manly talk, no jumping around. And
Leo DiCaprio spoke perfect Arabic. To be able interesting conversation about the film and his
to do this, he spent hours and hours with a family. And yes to Gloria H. of Macon, Ga.: his
dialect coach. Now George Clooney is studying full name is Thomas Cruise Mapother IV.
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• If you're ever lost in the wilder- • Successful inventor and business- Morse, a painter who also hap-
Bendin
ness of the eastern central part of man Thomas Alva Edison received pened to be the inventor of a sin-

G
North America, it might help to only three months of formal educa- gle-wire telegraph system and reat
look for Silphium laciniatum, bet- tion, at a public school in developer of the Morse Code. news
for
ter known as the compass flower or
compass plant. This perennial herb
resembles the sunflower and can
Michigan.

• Those who study such things

By Samantha Weaver
• Those who paint their fingernails
these days tend to choose the color
on a whim. In ancient China,
though, it was a much more serious
matter: The color of your finger-
nails was an indication of your
CMYK
sneeze can reach more than 100
miles per hour.
• In 19th-century England, one Dr.
William Palmer was suspected of
going on a killing spree, poisoning
his mother-in-law, his wife, his
brother, five of his children and at
least two people to whom he owed
grow from 3 to 12 feet tall. The
plant's usefulness is based on the
fact that its leaves tend to orient
themselves so that they point north
and south.
Thought for the Day:
"I like them to talk nonsense.
That's man's one privilege over all
creation. Through error you come
to the truth! I am a man because I
err! You never reach any truth
claim that the human skull can be
compressed by 10 percent before
the bone cracks. It begs the ques-
tion, though: How did they test the
hypothesis?
• Only male mockingbirds sing; the
females of the species are silent.
• In 1740, a judge in an ecclesiasti-
cal court in France tried a cow --
yes, an actual bovine -- for sorcery.
• You've probably never heard the
term "univocalic"; it's one of those
specialized words used by those
who study the English language.
The word refers to a piece of writ-
ing that uses only one of the vow-
els. "Strenghthlessness," for exam-
ple, is the longest one-word univo-
calic in English.
• Experts say that in the United
States, approximately 3.5 billion
tons of soil are lost every year to
erosion. That's enough to fill a
music lovers -
Guitarist
Nashville’s Rickey Godfrey To Perform
/singer/song-
writer Rickey
Godfrey will be
Two Shows In The Carolinas
Papa’s Pizza opened in Ten’ll Kill Me, Give Me Nine,” hip-shakin’ soul
performing two shows in Nov. 2006 and has proven so which was co-written by broth- and hard-rockin’
coastal Carolina this week. popular that owners Dickie er Ronnie. Soul Sensations blues to Chasers
On Saturday afternoon,
and Dianne Spencer added (2003, Mossland Records) gar- Beach Club on
Jan. 17, Godfrey returns to another dining room to the nered four 2004 CBMA awards Oak Island in
Papa’s Pizza Wings & restaurant with room for including, Group of the Year, N.C. This will be
Things in Little River, entertainment. Rickey Producer of the Year, Group an electric show,
S.C., where he will present Godfrey performed there last Album and Song of the Year, featuring Rickey
an acoustic show from 2
summer as part of the expan- “Can’t Change My Heart.” Godfrey origi-
to 5 p.m. sion celebration. Papa’s Pizza Wings & Things nals, blues and
“I’m bringing my Godfrey, who has been is lach Club on Oak Island in hits from the
Telecaster, too,” he grins, nominated by the Music City N.C. This will be an electric two award-win-
“but, at this point I’m plan- Blues Society as both Guitarist show, featuring Rickey Godfrey ning beach mar-

social rank.
• It was newsman Dan Rather who
made the following sage observa-
tion: "Americans will put up with
anything, provided it doesn't block
traffic."
• Here's something to consider the
next time your allergies start acting
up: It's been reported that the force
of the air movement generated by a
PHOTO: Kirk Acevedo
Q: Years ago, there was a sit-
com starring Whoopi
Goldberg, and I cannot
remember its name. She was
27” WEB-100
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without making fourteen mistakes, The poor animal was found guilty freight train so long that it would ning on doing an acoustic and Keyboard Player of the originals, blues and hits from ket CDs, includ-
money. He was finally brought to show. You never know what
and very likely a hundred and and sentenced to hang from the circle the globe 19 times at the Year, is well known for the his two award-winning beach ing “Can’t
trial for the murder of his friend might happen though. I hear gritty soul sound that has per- market CDs, including “Can’t Change
fourteen." neck until dead. Equator.
John Parsons Cook, who had - Fyodor Dostoevsky they’re going to set up a meated his last two CDs. Change MyHeart” and MyHeart,”
keyboard, so I may even Once In a Lifetime Love, “Heartbreak Hotel.” “Give It To a
become violently ill and then died
play some keys. released on Mossland Records Located on the road to Good Man” as Rickey Godfrey deeply enganged in making his
after having dinner at Palmer's • If you're like the average
“I love playing at Papa’s. in 2006, earned CBMA awards Calabash in the Lowes Food well as “I Want a Telecaster talk and cry.
home. Palmer was convicted and • It was Canadian-born author and American, you consumed more Thought for the Day:
It’s a friendly crowd, and for Blues Album of the Year shopping plaza in Little River. Nasty Woman,”
sentenced to be hanged. As he was educator Laurence J. Peter who than 250 eggs last year. "There are no wise few. Every aris- the food is great. Dickie and (“Once In a Lifetime Love”), Entry is from either Hwy. 17 or a new song that has become a For more information, call
mounting the gallows, witnesses made the following sage observa- tocracy that has ever existed has Dianne are the best! Group of the Year and Group Hwy. 179. For more informa- favorite onMySpace. This is 910-278-5252.
claim that Palmer looked at the • The first photograph of a United behaved, in all essential points, “I’ll also be debuting my Album of the Year (“Once In a tion, call 843-249-3663, or in music that makes you want to For more information
tion: "The man who says he is will-
States citizen was taken in 1839. exactly like a small mob." brand new soul song, ‘Help Lifetime Love”). It included N.C., call 910-575-7900. move, so bring your dancin’ about Rickey Godfrey, visit
trapdoor and exclaimed, "Are you ing to meet you halfway is usually Yourself To Me.’ This will the hit singles, “Hotel At 9 p.m. that same night, his MySpace page at
shoes.
sure it's safe?" a poor judge of distance." The subject was Samuel F.B. - G.K. Chesterton be the first time I’m per- Happiness,” featuring Don the Greenville, S.C. native will Chasers is located at 601 www.MySpace.com/therick-
forming it.” Wise on saxophone and “If be bringing his unique brand of Ocean Drive, Oak Island, N.C. eygodfreyband .
By DNA Smith
A: Puerto Rican actor Kirk Acevedo plays the
character of Agent Charlie Francis on Fox's new
LIBRA (September 23 to
October 22) Although you can weigh
Picks Of The Week
Couch Theater:DVDPreviews
“A
hit drama/thriller, "Fringe." Kirk, 34, has starred in ppaloosa” -- I’m
all factors of a dispute to find an agree-
"Band of Brothers," "The Black Donnelleys," not a huge fan of ular results. Fans of cult
able solution for others, you might need who aren’t fans of the genre.
"Law and Order: Trial by Jury" and "Oz." He has Westerns, but there Japanese cinema will definitely
the skilled input of someone you trust to are two -- John Wayne’s “The
been married to actress Kiersten Warren want this in their collection.
("Desperate Housewives" and "Divine Secrets of
help you deal with an ongoing situation Shootist” and “Tombstone” Dog Of The Week
the Ya-Ya Sisterhood") since May 2005. ARIES (March 21 to April 19) of your own. with Val Kilmer -- that I “Swing Vote” -- Kevin TV Series
*** Although you're getting kudos and other SCORPIO (October 23 to absolutely love. So, it’s always Costner stars in this ridicu-
November 21) The good news is that lous election-year comedy "Battlestar Galactica" Season 4.0
Q: What has happened to the CBS show positive reactions to your suggestions, a pleasant surprise when I
about the presidential election "The Tudors" Season 2
"Moonlight"? Will it be returning in the don't let the cheers drown out some your brief period of self-doubt turns into come across a Western that
hanging on the vote of one "Duckman" Four-Season Pack
spring? - Joann G. in Vermont valid criticisms. Better to deal with them a positive "I can do anything" attitude. really entertains me. "Anthony Bourdain: No
A: The cult-hit vampire drama now than later. The better news is that you'll soon be “Appaloosa” is one of them. man. And I use the term
“comedy” quite wrongly. Reservations" Collection 3
"Moonlight" was canceled in May TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) able to prove it. “Appaloosa” stars Ed "Secret Diary of a Call Girl"
2008 by CBS. There was talk of Harris, who is also the director What was intended to be a
Following your keen Bovine intuition SAGITTARIUS (November 22 "The Waltons" The Complete
another station picking up the of the film. You can tell this is a satire of the American politi-
pays off, as you not only reassess the sug- to December 21) This is a good time cal process and a sort of Eighth Season
series and producing a second sea- labor of love for him; his pas-
gestions some people are putting in front for Sagittarians to start making travel Frank Capra-esque love letter "Frisky Dingo" Season 2
son, but the plans were scrapped plans while you can still select from a sion for the genre and this "Mannix" The Second Season
of you, but also their agendas for doing to America is instead an over-
and "Moonlight" was permanently story comes through in every "Transformers" Season Two
so. wide menu of choices and deals, and not acted, Pollyanna-ish glop of

the manager or owner of a
hotel and was always being
visited by her brother and
his girlfriend.
- Carla M. in Oklahoma
A: The show you are referring
to is called "Whoopi," and it
aired on NBC from September 2003 through April
2004. Whoopi starred as Mavis Rae, a member of a
defunct one-hit-wonder group called The Ebony
Blackbirds. The crux of the show centered around
the events and people who visited Mavis' hotel, the
Lamont Hotel in New York City, including her
brother, Courtney, and his girlfriend, Rita. The
show did not do very well, mainly because of its
off-color humor and criticism of President George
W. Bush and his policies. Whoopi can now be seen
as one of the panelists on "The View," where her
edgy political and cultural commentary is wel-
comed and appreciated.
Q: On "Fringe," there is a character named
either Clarke and/or Francis. I don't know all
of characters' names yet, since the plot moves
really fast. What is his character's name, and
where have I seen him before?
- Paulette, via e-mail
canceled a month later. The first
(and only) season of the show will
be released Jan. 20 on DVD.
Q: In 1957, Mickey Rooney
made a movie called "Baby Face
Nelson." No one has ever heard
of it. I was an usher in a theater
when it came out, so I know it
was made. Is it available on DVD?
- Sonny W., via e-mail
A: You are correct. Mickey Rooney did indeed
star as the title character in 1957's "Baby Face
Nelson," which told the story of 1930s gangster
Lester Joseph Gillis, better known as Baby Face
Nelson due to his youthful appearance and small
stature. After John Dillinger's death in July 1934,
Baby Face became Public Enemy No. 1. That sta-
tus was short-lived, as he was killed at the age of
25 during a shootout with FBI agents. Like many
of the great old movies of the 1950s and '60s,
"Baby Face Nelson" is not yet available on DVD.
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ters@cindyelavsky.com, or write to her in care of
King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475,
Orlando, FL 32853-6475.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)
You continue on a high-enthusiasm cycle
as that new project you've assumed takes
shape.You're also buoyed by the anticipa-
tion of receiving some good news about
a personal matter.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22)
Your eagerness to immerse yourself in
your new assignment is understandable.
But be careful that you don't forget to
take care of that pressing personal situa-
tion as well.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) This
is a good time to learn a new skill that
could give a clever Cat an edge in the
upcoming competition for workplace
opportunities. Enjoy the arts this week-
end with someone special.
VIRGO (August 23 to September
22) You could risk creating an impasse if you
insist on expecting more from others than
they're prepared to give. Showing flexibility in
what you'll accept could prevent a stalemate.
be forced to settle for leftovers.
CAPRICORN (December 22
to January 19) Like your zodiacal sign,
the sure-footed Goat, you won't allow
obstacles in your path to keep you from
reaching your goal. Don't be surprised by
who asks to go along with you.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to
February 18) Let your head dominate
your heart as you consider the risks that
might be involved in agreeing to be a
friend's co-signer or otherwise act as his
or her backup in a financial matter.
PISCES (February 19 to March
20) Prioritize: Resolve to close the door
and let your voice mail take your phone
calls while you finish up a task before the
end-of-week deadline. Then go out and
enjoy a fun-filled weekend.
BORN THIS WEEK: Your capaci-
ty for care and compassion helps to bring
comfort to others.
frame. Also starring is Viggo
Mortensen. The two men play
Virgil Cole (Harris) and Everett
Hitch (Mortensen), guns for
hire in the Old West. They go
from town to town, running
out desperados and bringing
peace to simple folk who just
want to start a new life.
Which brings them to the
town of Appaloosa. The marshall
(an old friend of Cole’s) and his
deputies are murdered by a sinis-
ter rancher named Bragg. Cole
and Hitch take on the rancher
and his crew, but things get a lit-
tle complicated when a widow
(Renee Zellweger) moves to
town and begins a love triangle
with the two lawmen.
“Appaloosa” is an entertain-
ing, well-acted and -directed
film. Fans of Westerns will defi-
nitely want to add this DVD to
their libraries, and it is well
worth a rental for folks like me
"Little Britain USA" Jeremy Irons and Viggo Mortensen in “Appaloosa”.
treacle with all the bite of an
earthworm. “Swing Vote” is a "God on Trial" (Masterpiece
"Reba" Season 5 Season
waste of your time and my Theatre)
"Lovejoy" Season 4 "Matlock" Season 2
time, and every copy of this "Skins" Vol. 1
"House of Payne" Vol. 3 "Walker, Texas Ranger" The
DVD should be used to con- "Man vs. Wild" Season 2
"Dallas" The Complete Tenth Complete Sixth Season
struct a prison for Costner so
he never makes another
movie again.
Not For The Faint Of Heart
“Tokyo Gore Police” --
From the same demented
crew that brought us “The
Machine Gun Girl” comes
“Tokyo Gore Police,” an over-
the-top action-horror flick
about a group of engineers
who can grow weapons out
of any wound inflicted on a
person. The results are per-
verse, grotesque and shock-
ing. The Tokyo Police
Department therefore trains a
special squad to combat these
hideous and sadistic crimi-
nals -- with gory and spectac-
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JohnFM.net
Streamin’
Beach, Boogie,
Blues & Jazz
By Dariel Bendin
couldn’t be hap-
Beach Newz
I pier that JohnFM
is now streaming
on the Web at
www.johnfm.net.
According to station
owner John
Broomfield, WWJN,
better known as 104.9
John FM began
streaming its beach,
boogie, blues and jazz
tunes to the world in
November 2008.
The format is what
attracted me to John
FM, but until now I
could only catch a sig-
nal on a road trip John Broomfield, owner of John FM.
down to the Hilton
Head/Savannah area.There’s a real depth to the sta-
tion’s programming. Every time I tune in to this sta-
tion, there’s some great old soul song or a blat I’m
talking about. It’s early beach music, from the
obscure to the classic – pieces like “You Can’t Lose
What You Ain’t Never Had” by Muddy Waters or
“Hamhocks” by Big Joe Maher; oh, and “Baby What
You Want Me To Do” from Jimmy Reid (I love
Jimmy Reid); the early Dominoes; Big Joe and the
Dyna-Flows and so many more.
The distinctive format is a reflection of efforts by
both John and Pat Patterson, who provides prues
shuffle playing that I’ve never heard. If you’re famil-
iar with the Carolinas, you know what I’m talking
about. It’s early beach music, from the obscure to
the classic – pieces like “You Can’t Lose What You
Ain’t Never Had” by Muddy Waters or
“Hamhocks” by Big Joe Maher; oh, and “Baby What
You Want Me To Do” from Jimmy Reid (I love
Jimmy Reid); the early Dominoes; Big Joe and the
Dyna-Flows and so many more.
The distinctive format is a reflection of efforts by
both John and Pat Patterson, who actually provides
the programming for John FM. Both men are long-
time lovers of early soul and beach artists.
In a telephone interview, John Broomfield said, “It
isn’t syndicated format. The music is all selected. I
had music from my previous beach music station in
Columbia, South Carolina, Magic 93.1. We played
beach, boogie, and blues. My very good friend, the
late Eddie “EZ” Zomberfield, was the DJ; he helped
me get it up and running. In fact, we used to do a
live broadcast from Ducks during SOS.
“This format is a spinoff of that one with the
exception ... I wanted to appeal to a broader base, so
we added blues but still within the beach category.”
Pat says, “My musical influence comes from the
early soul artists. When I was in high school my
favorite music was from the late 50s and 60s. Artists
like William Bell, Rufus Thomas, Otis Redding, The
Mar-Keys, Eddie Floyd, and Sam and Dave.
“My favorite music is the old soul and rhythm and
blues. I try to collect music from that era but it is hard
to find. That is why two of my favorite collections are
the complete Stax Volt singles collection from 1959 to
1968. I also have a Chess Records Decade Of Soul col-
lection. I don't care if they are 45s, albums, or 33s, if I
can get them I will take them all.
“I have beec from that era but it is hard to find.
That is why two of my favorite collections are the
con trying to collect music since I was in high
school and it never seems to be enough. I always
run into that request that I don't have. Since being a
mobile DJ, I have had to broaden my music. Now I
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can cover from the 50s to today's top 40. I
have even been able to throw a polka in
when I needed to.”
In addition to handling programmer
chores, Pat also hosts the afternoon drive-
time, Pat Patterson’s Beach Party, Monday
through Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. AND the
Low Country Boil (wife Robin came up
with this apt show title) on Saturdays, noon
until 4 p.m. For sister station Sunny 103.5 in
Greenwood, S.C., Pat DJs The Beat of the
Beach on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
and The Sunny Beach Party on Sunday
from 2 to 6 p.m.
“I purchased the station two years ago,”
John told me,“ but didn’t put the format on
until about six months later. I started off
playing just Christmas music [November
2006]; then I played straight jazz. Then I fig-
ured out the format.”
DJ Pat Patterson
Listener comments, emails and the num-
bers all indicate thhat the format is a suc-
cess.
Pat told me,”I had an email last week from the
president of the Hardeeville Chamber of Commerce
saying this was the best format he’s heard.”
Listener reaction to streaming has been very posi-
tive. Listener comments in the website’s guestbook
rave about both the station and DJs. The numbers
for December 2008 report 2,542 with an average lis-
tening time of 149 minutes. John FM has also
received a 2 share for the first Arbitron book and an
overall rating of 1.8.
Pat went on to tell me, “We’re really happy with
the response to the streaming. In fact, it was a
low-key thing. We didn’t promote it beyond
telling listeners during the shows and announcing
the website address.”
Until now, I haven’t heard Pat much on the radio.
Instead, I’ve enjoyed him at events like the
Charleston Beach Music Festival and during the
Southern Soul entertainment series last year at the
O.D. Beach Club. But I didn’t know a whole lot about www.MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com. Email Dariel Bendin at
him wanted to find out more about his background:
“I grew up in McCormickk , S.C.,” Pat tells me,
“where I lived for 44 years until I met and married
my beautiful wife, Robin. I served on City Council in
McCormick for 18 years and also served as mayor
pro tem.
“Also during my years in McCormick I served as
Fire Chief. And, as Robin always reminds me, when
we met I was working as a Nationally Registered
Critical Care Paramedic for Greenwood County and
now I am a DJ!
“I am the youngest of three. I have a older brother
who lives in Lexington, S.C. and a older sister who lives
in Greenwood. I lost both of my parents to cancer.
“One of my first DJ jobs was at my high school
Long Cane Academy in McCormick.
“I started to volunteer to be the DJ at our school
dances and that is when I got the bug. I never will
forget that first job. I had two turntables and a box of
45s and albums, my how times have changed. I also
played the drums at that time with a band called
Southern Comfort. I have also played for The
Backwater Beach Band; Fresh Air, out of Columbia,
S.C. anddddddddddd for four years I played for
Hack Bartley in Hack Bartley and Visions.
“One of my most memorable experiences as a DJ
has been to be nominated for Club and Mobile DJ
and FM Radio DJ for four years in a row. Although I
have not won the award itself, I feel that I am a win-
ner just by being nominated; it is an honor to me.
“There was also the memorable wedding recep-
tion I did. Over an hour had gone by and the bride
and groom had not yet shown up. Finally the bride
MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com
comes rushing to my to me
hands me a CD and says, ‘Play
our first dance.’ I give them a
grand introduction and they
start to dance and I notice ten-
sion between the two. After
about a minute into their first
song the bride catches the
groom with a mean
right hook that buck-
led his knees!!! The
rest is history, and
after a mini brawl the
reception was over.
That was one for the
scrap book.
“Most of my mobile
DJ jobs come from
word of mouth and
from my
website: www.djpatpat-
terson.net. I hope that
in the future my territo-
ry will expand.
In telling me about
himself, Pat changed
the subject often to his
boss, John Broomfield.
“Hats off to John,” he
says. “I admire how he
pays so much attention
to the people who listen to the music. He’s a dancer ...
a very good dancer, active in the shag club events.
He’s part of the community, not just the owner of a
station. His contact with people is on a personal level,
not just business. In fact, he brings a personal touch to
the business that you just don’t see very often.”
If you’d like to check out the streaming beach, boo-
gie, blues and jazz from John FM, log onto
www.johnfm.net and click on the Warp Radio link.
Here’s the weekly lineup:
Monday - Friday
7 a.m.-Noon The Fez
Noon-1 p.m. Lunch At John’s
4 p.m.-9 p.m. Pat Patterson’s Beach Party
Saturday
12 noon - 4 p.m. Pat Patterson's Low Country Boil
6 p.m.-9 p.m. On The Beach with Charlie Brown
Sunday
8 a.m.-12 noon The Sunday Morning Jazz Brunch
with Dave Fezler
Read BeachNewz online at
darielb@atmc.net or visit her MySpace page at www.My
Space.com/culturejunkie .
Station History
little history is in order here. With stations
A changing format and call letters on a
moment’s notice, it’s hard to keep track.
According to a piece in online reference,
Wikipedia, “104.9 signed on as WXRY-FM in
1985. The station changed call signs to WZBZ in
1988, thenon in 1990 as WSHG, "Shag FM." In
1997, Shag FM moved its format to what was
then WHBZ (now WXST) and became the origi-
nal home of The Gator, while modern rock
WWVV was on 106.9.
“WWVV was owned and operated by Triad
Broadcasting, known locally as Adventure Radio
(the name of the company that owned WWVV
before Triad), as Triad did not want to scare off
potential advertisers and/or listeners by
announcing new station owners. WWVV and six
other stations were bought by Triad in May
2000.” to a beach music station in 1990 as
WSHG, "Shag FM." In 1997, Shag FM moved its
format to what was then WHBZ (now WXST)
and became the original home of The Gator,
while modern rock WWVV was on 106.9.
“WWVV was owned and operated by Triad
Broadcasting, known locally as Adventure
Radio (the name of the company that owned
WWVV before Triad), as Triad did not want to
scare off potential advertisers and/or listeners
by announcing new station owners. WWVV
and six other stations were bought by Triad in
May 2000.”
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EARTH
From the Editors
of E/The
Environmental Magazine
Dear EarthTalk: With all the
talk of rising seas, what could
happen to the rivers that flow into
the oceans? Will they reverse
flow? Will rising seas back up into
fresh water lakes? And what hap-
pens to our groundwater should
saltwater flow backwards into it?
– Sandy Smith, concerned
Michigander
The intrusion of saltwater from
the sea into rivers and groundwater
is a serious issue, but the threat is
not from a reversal of flow, and our
far inland lakes and rivers are not
expected to be directly affected by
the salty water of our oceans.
However, the sensitive areas around
the edges of our continents, where
fresh water meets salt water, are at
risk, and greater efforts must be
taken to protect them. Some 40 per-
cent of world population lives less
than 40 miles (60 kilometers) from
the shoreline.
According to the Intergovern-
mental Panel on Climate Change
(IPCC), global average sea levels
should rise eight to 34 inches by the
year 2100, a much faster pace than
the four to 10 inch increase of the
past century. Seas rise because of
higher global temperatures, melting
mountain glaciers and polar ice
caps, and other factors. Higher tem-
peratures also cause thermal expan-
sion of ocean water, intensifying the
problem.
Rising sea levels cause major
problems as they erode and flood
coastlines and, yes, as they mix salt
water with fresh. A November 2007
article in ScienceDaily posited that
coastal communities could face sig-
nificant losses in fresh water sup-
plies as saltwater intrudes inland.
And whereas it had been previously
assumed that salty water could only
intrude underground as far as it did
above ground, new studies show
that in some cases salt water can go
50 percent further inland under-
ground than it does above ground.
Salty water invading groundwa-
ter can reach not only residential
water supplies but intakes for agri-
cultural irrigation and industrial
uses, as well. Economic effects
include loss of coastal fisheries and
other industries, coastal protection
costs, and the loss of once-valuable
coastal property as people move
inland.
Estuaries at the mouths of rivers
have in the past handled rising
ocean levels. Sediment that accu-
mulates along the edge of an estuary
can raise the level of the land as the
sea levels rise. And mangrove
swamps, which buffer many a
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coastal zone around the world,
flourish in brackish conditions.
But because of our preference for
living in coastal areas, and our habit
of re-engineering our surroundings
accordingly, humans make matters
worse by preventing natural
processes from managing the
change. On the coast, we build
roads and buildings, and replace
natural buffers like mangrove
swamps with dikes and bulkheads
to control flooding, which make the
problem worse by preventing beach
sediment from collecting. And as
we dam rivers and create reservoirs,
we trap the sediment that would nat-
urally flow down to the sea.
In some places, changes are hap-
pening. Governments are beginning
to restrict or prohibit building in set-
back zones along the coast where
risk of erosion is the greatest. A
newer policy of “rolling easements”
is also being tried, where developers
are allowed to build in restricted
zones but will be required to remove
the structures if and when they
become threatened by erosion. The
IPCC recommends more drastic
actions, such as creating more
marshes and wetlands as buffers
against the rising level of the sea,
and migrating populations and
industry away from coastlines alto-
gether.
Dear EarthTalk: Is it better to
drive an older, well-maintained
car that gets about 25 miles per
gallon, or to buy a new car that
gets about 35 miles per gallon?
– Edward Peabody, via e-mail
It definitely makes more sense
from a green perspective to keep
your old car running and well-main-
tained as long as you can -especial-
ly if it’s getting such good mileage.
There are significant environmental
costs to both manufacturing a new
automobile and adding your old car
to the ever-growing collective junk
heap.
A 2004 analysis by Toyota found
that as much as 28 percent of the
carbon dioxide emissions generated
during the lifecycle of a typical
gasoline-powered car can occur
during its manufacture and its trans-
portation to the dealer; the remain-
ing emissions occur during driving
once its new owner takes posses-
sion. An earlier study by Seikei
University in Japan put the pre-pur-
chase number at 12 percent.
Regardless of which conclusion
is closer to the truth, your current
car has already passed its manufac-
ture and transport stage, so going
forward the relevant comparison
JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009
has only to do with its remaining
footprint against that of a new car’s
manu-facture/transport and driver’s
footprint - not to mention the envi-
ronmental impact of either dispos-
ing of your old car or selling it to a
new owner who will continue to
drive it. There are environmental
impacts, too, even if your old car is
junked, dismantled and sold for
parts.
And don’t forget that the new
hybrids - despite lower emissions
and better gas mileage - actually
have a much larger environmental
impact in their manufacture, com-
pared to non-hybrids. The batteries
that store energy for the drive train
are no friend to the environment -
and having two engines under one
Rising sea levels cause major problems as they erode and flood coastlines
and as they mix salt water with fresh water. Coastal communities could face
significant losses in fresh water supplies as saltwater intrudes inland.
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hood increases manufacturing ongoing tips to improve fuel effi-
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cles are only emission-free if the model vehicle.
outlet providing the juice is con- MyMileMarker.com takes it a
nected to a renewable energy step further, making projections
source, not a coal-burning
power plant, as is more likely.
If you want to assess your
current car’s fuel efficiency or
emissions, there are many serv-
ices available online. The gov-
about annual mileage, fuel costs and
fuel efficiency based on your driving
habits. If you have an iPhone, you
can keep track of your car’s carbon
footprint with the new “Greenmeter
App” from Hunter Research and
ernment website
FuelEconomy.gov provides fuel
efficiency stats for hundreds of dif-
ferent vehicles dating back to 1985.
Technologies. The program uses
numerous variables to make its cal-
culations on-the-go as you drive,
including weather conditions, cost
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It definitely makes more sense from a green perspective to keep your old car
running and well-maintained as long as you can - especially if it’s getting
good mileage. There are significant environmental costs to both manufac-
turing a new automobile and adding your old car to the ever-growing col-
lective junk heap. Photo by Getty Images.
Websites TrackYourGasMileage.com of fuel, vehicle weight, and more.
and MPGTune.com can help you If you simply must change your
track your mileage and provide vehicle, be it for fuel efficiency or
any other reason, one option is to
simply buy a used car that gets bet-
ter gas mileage than your existing
one. There’s much to be said, from
many environmental vantage points,
about postponing replacement pur-
chases - of anything, not just cars - to
keep what’s already made out of the
waste stream and to delay the addi-
tional environmental costs of mak-
ing something new.
Got an environmental ques-
tion? Send it to: EarthTalk, c/o
E/The Environmental Magazine,
P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT
06881; submit it at:
www.emagazine.com/earthtalk/this
week/, or e-mail:
earthtalk@emagazine.com. Read
past columns at:
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Glenn’s Ten...
The Way I See It!
2009 Begins!
Time for a Jazz Cruise!
By Glenn Arnette, III
Stop the clock, time is flying! It
is 2009 and it is already the middle
of January!
What a wonderful year I had
during 2008. It was a year of excit-
ing travels all over this great coun-
try. Although I love and live in
Florida, it gets a little boring when
CMYK
you can only go North or South on
US 95 or cross the State over to
Tampa. Seems to be more fun
when you can fly away and rent a
car and experience America.
Start with the tropical storms
along the Atlantic and you might
take a quick flight over to the Hotel
Sandos at Riviera Maya in Mexico.
How about back home to the beau-
ty of the Carolina’s with a visit to
the Grove Park Inn in Asheville or
27” WEB-100
the Biltmore House,
America’s Finest Castle, in a bright
red 1930 Chevy Coup. Then you
could stop in Charleston and visit
Miss Betty and her famous break-
Hotel Sandos at Riviera Maya, Mexico
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fast buffet at the Circa 1886. who steps up front
I remember how beautiful
Maine was this year when I
and blows away the
crowd when she sings
stayed at the Captain Lindsey
House in Rockland. This
quaint place and town offered
& ENTERTAINMENT the Ronnie Spector
vocals on “Be My Little
Baby”. It’s his little girl,
fantastic art galleries, shops
and delicious food including The Money Man Rocks House Of Blues On Feb. 6 Jesse Money, and that
“although mom would
probably have pre-
those delicious Maine Lobsters.
What a medical story I discov-
By Brian Howle And he means it. This straight
up rock and roll icon has been
lot of different projects,
whether it’s singing the
ferred a doctor”, well,
we’re all the better for
here are some great
T
ered when I visited Dr. Mickey making music and delivering it National Anthem at a profes- this particular genetic
Barber at the Cenegenics Medial rags-to-riches stories in to his fans since the mid 70’s, sional sporting event or doing joy. This girl can flat-
Center in Charleston. It was an the world of rock ‘n’ and wouldn’t have it any other a gig for the charities I sup- out sing, folks.
roll, no doubt about it. way. With hits like “Two Tickets port or having my kids drag “Touring and writ-
education one day and a Dude
But one of the best stories - To Paradise”, “Baby Hold On”, me through amusement park ing is my life. It’s who
Ranch in Colorado the next. Oh, for both the artist and the
“Walk On Water”, “Think I’m In openings, I need to keep mov- I am and what I do.
have I been traveling! Biltmore House in Asheville audience - came from the And I don’t see it
Love” and “Shakin”, Eddie con- ing”, says Money.
unremarkable streets of tinues to be one of the hardest Having come from a long changing any time in
everyday New York City. It’s working men in rock and roll. line of police officers, a very Eddie Money the near future”, Eddie
a truly great “only in Performing a compact 150 young Eddie joined the police says of his immediate
America” tale, and in the or so shows every year, Eddie belting out hit after hit. The future. “Hey, I get to get up
force back home in Long
end, the son of a New York early days of MTV and music every day and do what I love.
CMYK
is always touring, somewhere. Island, New York, and sang in
cop - who originally fol- “My fans are the best, most videos launched Eddie Money Why change that?”.
his first band “Grapes Of
lowed in his father’s flat- loyal fans a guy could ask for. into stardom. Don’t change a thing,
Wrath”. But California called An accomplished musician, Eddie. And you out there ...
footsteps - went on to They keep coming back for and he moved out west to be he sings, he writes, and plays catch the uniquely dulcet
become one of the most rec- more and I’m not gonna stop
ognizable and successful a rock and roll star. It worked. the saxophone, harmonica and tones (I love saying that!) of
until they make me stop”. “I just knew I wanted to
vocalists of the ‘70s, ‘80s and Eddie has celebrated his 25th piano. “Of my five kids, I’ve Eddie Money as he brings
beyond the new millennium. anniversary as a staple in a sing and be in a band. got a few drummers, guitar those velvet pipes to HOB on
And such was the way California seemed like the players, and my daughter Friday, February 6, 2009.
sometimes-finicky business. place to be, so I was Berkeley-
that Eddie Mahoney became He has recorded over a dozen wants to sing and dance . . . Doors open 8:00 p.m. For tick-
the legendary Eddie Money albums of his own, and has bound”. A student of leg- when the guys get too old I’ve et info call 843-272-3000 or
endary vocal coach Judy got myself another band!”. Ticketmaster 843-679-933; or
- and the story continues to done numerous projects in tel- Davis and prodigy of manag- Well, his show now features visit www.hob.com or
grow at House Of Blues in evision and film. 2001’s David
er Bill Graham, Money began a demure little backing vocalist www.ticketmaster.com
1930 Chevy Coup N. Myrtle Beach, SC on Spade film “Joe Dirt” featured
Friday, February 6, 2009. Eddie Money as Joe Dirt’s rock
Now here I go again! I will be leaving next week on the Holland Appreciative of his star- and roll idol. One season he
American Cruise Line out of Ft. Lauderdale on a themed JAZZ Cruise dom, Eddie freely admits turned up as Mimi’s ex-hus-
organized by Jazz Cruise, LLC. This is a one week cruise with some of that his songs have always band in an episode of “The
the top jazz artists from around the world. There is something planned for been the ultimate escape. “I Drew Carey Show”. And as the
every single minute while at sea and something each day in the ports of do a great job of singing 2009 touring season kicks off,
about places I’ve never chances are you’ll find him
call. (San Juan, Santa Barbara De Samana, Santo Domingo, Half Moon coming to a city near you.
been,” he once mused to
Cay and back to Lauderdale.) I will give you all the details as soon as I one writer. Well, actually, your chances are
can G1 phone them back to headquarters! This is going to be a great time. “Everything I do, I do it very good because of House
Guess that is the end to my New Year’s resolution, NO MORE FOOD! for you”. Eddie Money says Of Blues!
Until then, know that I will toast you somewhere on the high seas. it at least once, every show. “I like getting involved in a
I will not get close to the railings and hope there are no pirates searching
for gold. Remember to google me for other information and stories:
Glenn Arnette, lll.
Abbey Road LIVE! Coming To
Coastal Carolina University
By Mona Prufer
F
our musicians from Athens, Ga., will recreate the music
of the Beatles in “Abbey Road LIVE – The Magical
Mystery Tour” on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at
Coastal Carolina University’s Wheelwright Auditorium.
Reserved seat tickets for the concert are $20 and $25,
with discounts for children, teens, alumni, seniors, and the
faculty, staff and students of Horry-Georgetown Technical
College and Coastal Carolina University.
Abbey Road LIVE! is not your typical Beatles look-alike
tribute act, but rather brings to life many of the more
mature Beatles songs in a raw and spirited fashion, while
remaining true to the original recordings. The studio mas-
terpieces from such classic albums as Sgt. Pepper, Magical
Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC Mystery Tour and The White Album were never performed
live by the Beatles, who stopped touring in 1966.
Since 2002, Abbey Road LIVE! has performed the music of
the Beatles at clubs, theaters, festivals and on concert stages.
Initially a tribute to the monumental Abbey Road album, the
show has expanded its scope to include more than 100
Beatles tunes, from all eras of the Fab Four's career. The band
specializes in complete, start-to-finish album performances of
masterpieces such as Abbey Road, Magical Mystery Tour and
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Heart's Club Band.
Abbey Road LIVE! features four all-star musicians.
Collectively, the band members have recorded and toured
with Cosmic Charlie, Charlie Mars and Fuzzy Sprouts.
Individual band members have also collaborated with acts
such as Indigo Girls, Juliana Hatfield, Mike Houser
(Widespread Panic), Danielle Howle and Lemonheads.
For more information or to purchase tickets, call the
Wheelwright Box Office at 843-349-2502.
Captain Lindsey House in Rockland, Maine
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& ENTERTAINMENT Nationwide Launch expedited decision process with a average of six to eight days. ment,” said Daniel E. Smith, presi-
Less than a year after British R&B trainwreck Amy Winehouse dedicated her
multiple Grammy wins to her beloved jailbird husband, “Blake, incarcerated,” the Stewardship Of Compassionate
total of 50 conditions. Over time, "This is an outstanding achieve- dent of the American Cancer
more diseases and conditions will ment for the Social Security Society Cancer Action Network.
Top 10 Pop Singles singer appears headed for divorce. The Associated Press is reporting that Blake Website Allowances be added. A list of the first 50 Administration," said Peter “The Social Security
Fielder-Civil is filing for divorce from Winehouse less than two years after the
1. Beyonce Last Week: No. 2 “Single Ladies hard-living couple tied the knot on the grounds of Amy's adultery. Winehouse impairments – 25 rare diseases and Saltonstall, President of the Administration’s Compassionate
Kate Perry By Robert P. Kudelka
(Put a Ring On It)” (Music World) Amy 25 cancers -- can be found at National Organization for Rare Allowances program will help
was pictured topless over the Christmas holiday on the beach in St. Lucia and, in
2. T.I. feat. Rihanna No. 1 “Live Your Life” (Def Jam/Grand Hustle) Winehouse The South Carolina By Cornell Jenkins www.socialsecurity.gov/compas- Disorders. "It has taken Social streamline the disability benefits
3. Lady GaGa feat. Colby O’Donis No. 4 “Just Dance” several shots, cavorting with former rugby player Josh Bowman.
Department of Transportation Michael J. Astrue, sionateallowances. Security less than a year to develop application process so that benefits
(Streamline/KonLive/Cherrytree) (SCDOT) has unveiled a new Commissioner of Social Security, Before announcing this initia- this much-needed program that will are quickly provided to those who
4. Britney Spears No. 3 “Circus” (Jive)
CONCERT
January
5. T.I. No. 5 “Whatever You Like” (Grand Hustle) website that details the many has announced the national rollout tive, Social Security held public benefit those whose claims merit need them most.”
Compiled by
6. Britney Spears No. 10 “Womanizer” (Jive)
7. Kanye West No. 16 “Heartless” (Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam) CALENDAR: Tami Ashley
efforts the agency is making to
protect the environment, con-
of the agency’s Compassionate
Allowances initiative, a way to
hearings to receive information
from experts on rare diseases and
expedited consideration based on
the nature of their disease.
“This is America, and it simply is
not acceptable for people to wait
8. Katy Perry No. 7 “Hot N Cold” (Capitol) serve the use of resources and expedite the processing of disabili- cancers. The agency also enlisted Disability backlogs cause a hard- years for a final decision on a dis-
9. Beyonce No. 6 “If I Were a Boy” (Music World) F 1/16
The Eagles North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, SC save the taxpayer’s dollars. ty claims for applicants whose the assistance of the National ship for patients and their families. ability claim,” Commissioner
10. Kanye West No. 8 “Love Lockdown” (Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam) F 1/16
Mother’s Finest Amos’s Southend Charlotte, NC The site portrays how medical conditions are so severe Institutes of Health. Commissioner Astrue and his staff Astrue said. “I am committed to a
M 1/19
The Eagles Bi-Lo Center Greenville, SC SCDOT has reviewed all oppor- that their conditions obviously
Top 10 Albums Tu 1/20
Celine Dion RBC Center Raleigh, NC tunities to employ environmen- meet Social Security’s standards.
Compassionate Allowances is deserve our thanks for a job well process that is as fair and speedy as
1. Taylor Swift No. 2 “Fearless” (Big Machine) the second piece of the agency’s done.” possible. The launch of
Sa 1/24
Rascal Flatts North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, SC
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tally sound practices. “Getting benefits quickly to peo- two-track, fast-track system for cer- “Unfortunately, many hard- Compassionate Allowances is
2. Britney Spears No. 1 “Circus” (Jive) with Jessica Simpson Transportation Secretary H.B. ple with the most severe medical
3. Beyonce No. 3 “I Am ... Sasha Fierce” (Music World/Columbia) Tu 1/27 Michael Bolton The Crown Center Fayetteville, NC tain disability claims. When com- working people with cancer may another step to ensuring Americans
4. Nickelback No. 5 “Dark Horse” (Roadrunner) Limehouse Jr. said, “We have conditions is both the right and the
W 1/28 Dancing with the Stars RBC Center Raleigh, NC bined with the agency’s Quick not only face intensive treatment to with disabilities, especially those
5. Soundtrack No. 6 “Twilight” (Summit/Chop Shop/Atlantic) looked from top to bottom to compassionate thing to do,”
The Tour (Features participants fom this year’s TV Contest) Disability Determination process, save their lives, but they may also with certain cancers and rare dis-
6. Kanye West No. 4 “808s & Heartbreak” (Roc-A-Fella/Def Jam) find ways to preserve the envi- Commissioner Astrue said. “This
Th 1/29 The Killers SOLD OUT House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC and once fully implemented, this find themselves truly unable to per- eases, get the benefits they need
7. Various Artists No. 9 “Now 29” (Universal/EMI/Sony ronment. This website will initiative will allow us to make deci-
BMG/Zomba) with M83 two-track system could result in six form their daily work-related activ- quickly.”
demonstrate a wide-ranging
8. AC/DC No. 11 “Black Ice” (Columbia) F 1/30 The Wailers House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC spectrum of innovative environ-
9. Soundtrack No. 8 “High School Musical 3: Senior Year” with Tomorrow’s Bad Seeds mental practices that are now the
(Walt Disney) Sa 1/31 Little Big Town House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC way we do business at SCDOT.”
Organ, Tissue Donor Registry
10. David Cook No. 10 “David Cook” (19/RCA) with Jonathan Singleton and the Grove
The topics that can be found Now Available Through SCDMV
Sa 1/31 Corey Smith Amos’s Southend Charlotte, NC
Top 10 Hot Country Singles include:
1. Montgomery Gentry No. 1 “Roll With Me” (Columbia) February • The recycling of light mate-
rials such as paper, aluminum,
By Beth S. Parks
2. Rascal Flatts No. 5 “Here” (Lyric Street) DATE TBA Maze featuring House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC
3. Zac Brown Band No. 2 “Chicken Fried” (Live Nation) Frankie Beverly and plastic, up to the recycling
4. Sugarland No. 4 “Already Gone” (Mercury) of concrete, asphalt and steel The South Carolina new heart symbol surrounded by a
Su 2/8 An Evening With House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC
5. Brad Paisley duet w/Keith UrbanNo. 6 “Start a Band” (Arista Nashville) Dark Star Orchestra removed from highways and Department of Motor Vehicles circle. The individual's registra-
6. Tim McGraw No. 3 “Let It Go” (Curb) bridges that are being upgraded. (SCDMV) has announced that res- tion information will be placed
Su 2/8 Old Crow Medicine Show N. Charleston Performing Arts Ctr. N. Charleston, SC
7. Alan Jackson No. 7 “Country Boy” (Arista Nashville) •The site presents initiatives idents of the state can now register
Tu 2/10 Slipknot Cricket Arena Charlotte, NC into the secure registry database,
8. Billy Currington No. 9 “Don’t” (Mercury)
W 2/11 Slipknot Bi-Lo Center Greenville, SC that have been undertaken by on the newly-created South which by S.C. law, will be main-
9. Dierks Bentley No. 8 “Feel That Fire” (Capitol Nashville)
10. Jamey Johnson No. 10 “In Color” (Mercury) with Coheed and Cambria SCDOT to preserve wetlands, Carolina Organ and Tissue Donor tained by Donate Life South
W 2/18 WKZQ 96.1 presents Disturbed House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC trees, wildlife and historical Registry through the SCDMV. Carolina (DLSC). By registering
Top 10 Video Rentals with Sevendust and Skindred locations. South Carolina joins over 45 other to be an organ/tissue donor, con-
1. Wanted (R) James McAvoy (Universal) F 2/20 Rodney Atkins House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC • SCDOT engineers have states by implementing a registry.
2. Step Brothers (R) Will Ferrell (Sony) with Lost Trailers undertaken programs aimed at sent is no longer required from
3. Hancock (PG-13) Will Smith (Sony) By marking "yes" on the new any other person unless the donor
Sa 2/21 Tesla House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC reducing traffic congestion,
4. Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (PG) Ben Barnes (Walt Disney) with The Leo Project which in turn reduces emissions
SCDMV credentials form, an indi- is under the age of 18. For minors
5. X-Files: I Want to Believe (PG-13) David Duchovny (20th Cent. Fox) F 2/20 Jackyl Amos’s Southend Charlotte, NC that impact the air quality. vidual indicates their legally bind- under the age of 18, the parent or
6. Tropic Thunder (R) Robert Downey Jr. (DreamWorks) Sa 2/21 Natalie Cole The Crown Center Fayetteville, NC ing consent to become an organ
Traffic engineers are involved in legal guardian will also be
7. Fred Claus (PG) Vince Vaughn (Warner) Tu 2/24 Hinder Amos’s Southend Charlotte, NC and tissue donor. Registrants will
8. Wall-E (G) Animated (Walt Disney/Pixar) the coordination of traffic sig- required to consent at the time of
W 2/25 Mötley Crüe Bi-Lo Center Greenville, SC nals to cut down on “stop-and- have a new symbol placed on their
9. Kung Fu Panda (G) Animated (DreamWorks) donation.
10. Hellboy II: The Golden Army (R) Jeff Kahn (DreamWorks) F 2/27 The Sub City Take Action Tour House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC go” traffic which impacts nega- driver license/identification card
featuring Cute is What We Aim For with Meg and Dia, Breathe Carolina, Every Avenue, and Anabor Each time an individual applies
tively on air quality. indicating their consent to be a
Top 10 DVD Sales for, renews, updates or requests a
1. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (PG) (Walt Disney) March • Additional programs target-
ing traffic congestion involve
donor.
duplicate credential for any class
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Sa 3/1 WKZQ 96.1 Presents House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC Previously, everyone who
2. Wanted (R) (Universal) the encouragement of car pool- driver license, beginner permit or
3. Step Brothers (R) (Sony) The 2009 Saints & Sinners Tour applied for or renewed any class
ing and public transportation identification card, they must indi-
4. Hancock (PG-13) (Sony) featuring Hollywood Undead and Sense Fail with Haste the Day and Brokencyde driver license, beginner permit or
services. cate whether or not they consent
5. Wall-E (G) (Walt Disney/Pixar) F 3/6 Morrissey House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC identification card had the option
6. Kung Fu Panda (PG) (DreamWorks) • SCDOT has thoroughly to be an organ/tissue donor.
Sa 3/7 Olivia Newton John N. Charleston Performing Arts Ctr. N. Charleston, SC of indicating their intent to be an
7. Iron Man (PG-13) (Marvel) reviewed programs involving Beginning Jan. 14, with the
F 3/13 Mudvayne House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC organ/tissue donor on their cre-
8. The X-Files: I Want to Believe (PG-13) (20th Century Fox) litter control, beautification and official launch of the registry,
with Nonpoint and In This Moment dential. Those wishing to be a
9. Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (PG- other highway enhancements. individuals who want to sign up to
F 3/13 Boyz II Men The Crown Center Fayetteville, NC donor were issued a credential that
13) (Paramount) Secretary Limehouse said
Su 3/15 Willie Nelson House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC be donors will be able to register
10. Tropic Thunder (R) (DreamWorks) these environmental efforts go contained a heart with the letter
with Jamey Johnson their legal consent online.
hand-in-hand with his overall "Y" in the center. However, the
Top 10 Movies F 3/20 Bonnie Raitt House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC
goal of making SCDOT as effi- individual's personal information Individuals who wish to be
1. Gran Torino (R) Clint Th 3/26 Celtic Woman North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, SC
cient as it can be. “I define effi- was not provided to any organiza- removed from the registry should
Eastwood, Christopher Carley
2. Bride Wars (PG) Kate Hudson, April ciency as cutting costs and get- tion or outside entity. There was contact DLSC at 1-87-PASS-IT-
Anne Hathaway Th 4/2 Cheech & Chong Ovens Auditorium Charlotte, NC ting the most for the public’s no organ and tissue donor registry ON or www.donatelifesc.org.
3. The Unborn (PG-13) Odette Sa 4/4 Firehouse Amos’s Southend Charlotte, NC dollars, while doing everything and a person's next of kin or legal They may also visit any SCDMV
Yustman, Gary Oldman W 4/8 K.D. Lang Ovens Auditorium Charlotte, NC possible to ensure that conserva- office or go to www.scdmvon-
Bad news for punks: Clint guardian made the final decision
4. Marley & Me (PG) Owen Sa 4/11 Mix 97.7 Presents House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC tion and preservation of the line.com and complete a creden-
Wilson, Jennifer Aniston Eastwood is pissed in the #1 about donation at the time of
Kate Perry environment are part of our
5. The Curious Case of movie “Gran Torino”. death. tial transaction to remove their
F 4/17 Black Label Society and House Of Blues N. Myrtle Beach, SC everyday thought processes at
Benjamin Button (PG-13) Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett Sevendust with Dope and Infinite Staircase SCDOT,” said Limehouse. As of December 22, 2008, per- name from the list. SCDMV will
6. Bedtime Stories (PG-13) Adam Sadler, Keri Russell Su 4/19 Yanni North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, SC The SCDOT Environmental sons who obtain or renew any assess an administrative fee for
7. Valkyrie (PG-13) Tom Cruise, Kenneth Branagh class driver license, beginner per- the change and there may be a 72-
W 4/22 Dave Matthews Band Walnut Creek Amphitheater Charlotte, NC Stewardship website can be
8. Yes Man (PG-13) Jim Carrey, Zooey Deschanel
9. Not Easily Broken (PG-13) Morris Chestnut, Taraji P. Henson Th 4/23 Nickelback CANCELLED Colonial Center Columbia, SC found at: www.scdot.org/ envi- mit or identification card and con- hour delay in removing an indi-
10. Seven Pounds (PG-13) Will Smith, Rosario Dawson F 4/24 Dave Matthews Band Verizon Wireless Amphitheater Charlotte, NC ronmentalstewardship sent to being an organ/tissue donor vidual's name from the South
will receive a credential with a Carolina Donor Registry.
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years. We have not been intimate through these

Fibrocystic Breasts years. When I bring up the subject of intimacy,

Don't Up Cancer Risk

when 60 percent of premenopausal women have
the condition.
"Fibro" refers to strands of scar tissue. Cysts are
fluid-filled sacs. With fibrocystic breast changes,
both breasts are usually involved, something that
rarely happens in cancer. The cysts are soft and feel
like they're made of rubber. They can be painful,
especially in the days before a menstrual period.
she quickly states that she doesn't want to talk
about it. She won't even hug me.
My wife is only 53 years old. It seems like she
Tami’s Tune News
will be going through menopause for the rest of By Tami Ashley & ENTERTAINMENT
her life. I have been patient, but I would like to They’re No Angels: Suspects Caught In Allman House
have my wife back. If you could give me some
advice, it would be greatly appreciated. -- J.T.
Burglarly (Billboard.com)
Gregg Allman almost had a few less silver dollars after someone
Gospel Brunch
Every Sunday 9AM - 2 PM
ANSWER: Menopause can lessen sexual drive, broke into his southeast Georgia home and stole a coin collection, A Musical Celebration Of
knives and unreleased concert recordings, police said. The Allman The “Good News,” Praise & Thanksgiving
but it shouldn't completely eliminate it, and
• Keep a coffee can or two Brothers Band singer and keyboardist, 61, was out of town when With A Delicious All-You-Can-Eat Feast
menopause doesn't usually drag on for eight years.
Sexual desire is a complex process that involves filled with kitty litter in your burglars broke into his home in Richmond Hill, 20 miles south of Gregg Allman An Evening With
Savannah. Bryan County Sheriff Department’s Detective Sands said

hormones, nerves, blood vessels, general health
Cancers are solitary, hard masses that cannot be
and the brain. The brain is, perhaps, the most
pushed around, like a cyst can.
important element. Your wife needs professional
Dark Star
car. You might need it for tire
the burglars took a case containing Allman’s collection of 19th-century silver dollars and two safes
traction or even to scatter in
filled with gold coins, personal papers, collectible knives and several tapes of unreleased record-
front of you on an icy walkway.

Fibrocystic breast changes are not cancer and don't
become cancer. If they do become painful, take
Tylenol or one of the anti-inflammatory medicines
like Aleve or Advil. Some women find that elimi-
nating caffeine eliminates the pain of fibrocystic
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help. Her total lack of sexual desire at a young age
and for so long could be a physical problem, so the • Go Green Tip: Check out the
family doctor is the place to start. If, as is more Web site www.rbrc.com to find
likely the case, it is a psychological problem, the where in your area you can
Orchestra
ings. Investigators recovered all the belongings except a handgun. Craig Matthew George, 27,
and Brittney Ann Sahlberg, 19, both of Richmond Hill, were charged two days after the Dec. 27
burglary. Sands said Allman knew them but would not say how. George and Sahlberg have been
released from jail on bond. Neither had a listed phone number in Richmond Hill. Sands and Sunday February 8
District Attorney Tom Durden said they did not know if either has an attorney. Doors Open 7:00pm
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breasts. Others have gotten relief by adopting a doctor can start treatment for that, or can refer her recycle used rechargeable bat- Killer B’s For Barack: Bono, Bruce, Beyoncé To Play $22.50/$25.50
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DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Both my left and right
breasts have many lumps. They scared me, so I
saw an OB/GYN doctor. She spent a long time
You can put this issue to rest.
Breast cancer is on every woman's mind. The book-
let on it describes it, its detection and treatment in
You have been more than patient.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Does regular running

cancel the danger of smoking cigarettes? My
tronic games, cell phones, cam-
corders, cordless tools and
more.
Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce, Bono and more than a dozen
other music stars will kick off Barack Obama’s presidential inau-
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work harder for you, put it on
at night. Since most of us don't
sweat while sleeping, it has a
Garth Brooks, Herbie Hancock, Usher, Shakira, and Sheryl
Crow, are scheduled to appear at We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln
Memorial. Queen Latifah, along with Jamie Foxx, Martin Luther King III and Denzel
SOLD OUT Wednesday February 18
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ANSWER: Fibrocystic breast disease shouldn't be umn whenever possible. Readers may write him or chance to fully be absorbed Washington, will give historical readings at the event. The We Are One opening celebration opens a
called a disease. It has been renamed "fibrocystic
changes." "Disease" is not a word that can be used
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My wife has been
going through menopause for the past eight
request an order form of available health newsletters
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four-day schedule of Inaugural events that will include 10 official Inaugural Balls, as well as an
Inauguration-Day-eve youth concert at the Verizon Center. The Rodney
Waterbirth Expert to Costa Rica, to name a few of the 35
countries Harper has visited, spreading
forum about gentle birth choices,
which happens to be the title of an
warm water cradles the woman's body
and relaxes her while she labors.
• Got a book club, moms' group
or card club? Ask for a dis-
Mama Mia, That’s A Purple Meatball: Prince Rebuffed In Italian
Plagiarmism Case (Billboard.com)
An Italian court has ruled that Prince’s 1994 hit “The Most Beautiful Girl in the
Wailers Atkins
With Tommorrow’s Bad Seeds With The Lost Trailers
Conduct Professional the word about waterbirthing. Her influential book in the field written by Babies usually leisurely float to the count at local stores for your World” was plagiarized from a song by two Italian writers. However, it could take
Friday January 30
several years for a definitive ruling in the case, which has already dragged on since Friday February 20
Birthing Classes missionary like approach has her Barbara Harper after gathering togeth- surface, before taking their first breath. members. In this economy,
the 1990s. According to a sentence handed down by the Court of Appeal in Rome, Doors Open 8:00pm Doors Open 7:00pm
described as "the Billy Graham of er extensive research from around the The umbilical cord supplies oxygen you'd be surprised how many Prince
By Katherine Roberts waterbirth" by the Oregonian. Her world, visiting birthing centers, and until it is cut, or stops pulsing about
the song borrowed heavily from “Takin’ Me to Paradise,” written by Bruno Bergonzi $20.00/$22.00 $32.00/$35.00
stores will say yes to a modest and Michele Vicino. Under the ruling, Prince must stop distributing the song on Italian territory. He
Barbara Harper, RN, international- newly updated classes, "Waterbirth serving as a labor doula at many births fifteen minutes after birth. The baby is

ly recognized expert on gentle birth is
coming to Myrtle Beach! This is her
first time in South Carolina. She is the
founder of Waterbirth International, a
nonprofit with a 20 year track record
of helping mothers and babies around
the world. She will be teaching CE
classes for professionals in the birthing
field: obstetricians, doulas, nurses, and
midwives on Saturday and Sunday.
Friday night, Harper will share factual
Credentialing Workshop" and "Skills
and Drills" are chock full of the latest
scientific evidence, as well as Harper's
considerable personal experience
assisting laboring women.
Harper decided the time was right
to visit South Carolina hearing from
Pat Burrel, RN, and founder of Beach
Baby's Doula Services. One of Pat's
doula clients for requested permission
from her hospital to have a waterbirth
herself.
Pat will be one of the experts on the
panel. A Myrtle Beach local, Pat spent
nearly twenty years away from the
Grand Strand. She started her career as
an RN in the Obstetrics Unit, and the
Nursery of a Hospital. Pat was glad to
be able to put her medical knowledge
to work, but felt something was miss-
ing from her approach in the nursery,
and dreamed of how birth could be
prevented from breathing in water by a
reflex that keeps them from breathing
until they touch the air.
Barbara Harper is only one of the
guests Beach Baby's is bringing to the
Grand Strand this January. The last
weekend of January will be a weekend
long DONA certification workshop by
doula trainer, Marlo Robinson from
California. DONA's mission is to help
provide a doula for every woman who
Little Big
TESLA
discount in order to potentially also faces having to pay the royalties he has so far accumulated to Bergonzi and Vicino and their pub-
lishers, but only if a final hearing confirms the Italian songwriting duo was plagiarized.
get the business of a group.
• "I live in Florida, the land of
many fireplaces but no need for
fire -- at least in the past 10
That’s All: Jon Hager Of The Hager Twins Dies In Nashville
(CMT.com)
Hee Haw cast member Jon Hager, a member of the Hagers vocal duo, was
Town
With Jonathan Singleton With The Leo Project
found dead Friday morning (Jan. 9) in his Nashville apartment. Although an offi-
and the Grove Saturday February 21
years I have lived here. I love cial cause of death has not been announced, the 67-year-old entertainer apparently Doors Open 7:30pm
my fireplace, though. I died in his sleep. He had reportedly been in poor health since his twin brother Jim Saturday January 31
$25.00/$28.00
installed mirrored tiles inside died suddenly of a heart attack on May 1, 2008 in Nashville. Jon and Jim Hager Doors Open 7:30pm
it, and I have a bunch of can- The Hagers appeared on Hee Haw’s first episode in 1969 and remained on the popular TV $29.50/$31.50 The Sub City Action Tour
series until 1988. Raised in the Chicago area, the brothers were adopted by a minis- Featuring
dles in there. They sparkle just

EDDIE
ter and his wife. As teenagers, the twins regularly performed on a Saturday morning music show for
waterbirth information, photos and
personal wisdom, to educate and
there. The hospital agreed to the
request, on the condition that the preg-
better for both mother and baby. She
became trained as a doula, a woman
wishes to have one, and to insure that
doulas are well-trained for the impor-
like the real thing, and it's quite
beautiful." -- P.F. in Florida
teens on WGN-TV/Chicago. After serving in the Army, they moved to California, where they played Cute is What
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inspire women with the possibilities of
what birth can be. Afterward, Harper
will lead an open forum of experts in
answering questions from the public
about waterbirth and gentle birth
choices. Harper's talk and forum will
be an invaluable resource for any
expectant parent or anyone who wants
to educate themselves about the possi-
bilities of normal, natural births. All
events will be held at the Sands Ocean
Club Resort at 9550 Shore Drive in
Myrtle Beach, SC. The open public
forum will be Friday from 6PM-
10PM. Attendance is free for the pub-
lic. However, donations from $5-$15
are appreciated. Professionals who
wish to register for the workshops are
encouraged to look on Barbara's web-
site, www.waterbirth.org or call her at
800-641-2229.
Harper has taught at medical
schools, nursing schools, hospitals and
university women's studies depart-
ments around the country and as far
away as China, India, Australia, and
nant woman would be able to provide
a waterbirth tub for herself. The
woman was unable to afford the tub,
and turned to Pat for help. Although
Pat did not currently have access to a
tub, or money to provide one, she was
determined to fulfill the woman's
request and provide the tub for the first
hospitalized waterbirth in South
Carolina. When Barbara heard about
the situation, she was prepared to have
the tub delivered in time for the birth,
and allow payment to be made at a
later date. Barbara was also inspired
by Pat's dedication to her clients and
her wholistic approach aligned with
Barbara's own vision for mothers and
babies. Barbara decided that with the
hard work Pat was doing locally, now
was the right time to finally bring her
unique waterbirth and gentle birth
training to South Carolina. She also
enlisted Pat with the task of helping
her to select an appropriate venue for
the conference, and in finding local
experts to serve with her in a public
who assists pregnant women in plan-
ning their labors, and is there to emo-
tionally support them throughout their
labor, and their first few hours with
their newborn. Pat also added hyp-
notherapy certification to her reper-
toire, so that she would be able to use
the process of hypnosis with women to
help them subconsciously transform
the way they viewed birth, from a
painful medical emergency, to a pow-
erful rite of passage, transforming a
woman into a mother, and showing her
her true inner strength and power to
bring forth life. Pat has also been able
to use hypnosis to help women experi-
ence the powerful bodily sensations
associated with birth in new ways. All
but two of her Beach Baby's doula
clients have been able to give birth
without any pain medication, and a
few of her clients have reported pain-
free births. Barbara Harper, through
the use of special tubs, is also able to
provide relaxation, and almost pain-
free births to some of her clients. The
tant task they will be engaged in, help-
ing a woman to give birth with knowl-
edge and support, and assisting a
woman and her partner with the transi-
tion to becoming loving, nurturing par-
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wish to bring a fuller understanding of
birth into their nursing or medical
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Myrtle Beach Area Chamber Announces

Brunswick Chamber Seeks Exhibitors For Feb. 21
Employee Promotions
Business/Technology Expo
By Nancy Gray
By Laura Saunders

Celebrate The Myrtle Beach Area

Chamber of Commerce
announces an organizational
restructuring resulting in three
The Brunswick County
Chamber of Commerce, with
major sponsors Brunswick
Community College and ATMC
Wireless, announce a Business
Event Center from 9 a.m.- 3
pm. The Virginia Williamson
Event Center is in the Odell
Williamson Auditorium
Building on the campus of
To become an exhibitor or
for more information, call Laura
Saunders, Member Programs
and Communications Director
with the Brunswick Chamber of
promotions and the merging of and Technology Expo that will Brunswick Community Commerce at 910-754-6644,

the Lowcountry two functions—festivals and spe-

cial events—within membership
programs and services:
Amie Lee, formerly the direc-
tor of special events, has been
be held on Saturday, February
21, in the Virginia Williamson
College. The event is free and is
open to the public.
ext. 1.

Lifestyle
promoted to director of festivals
and special events. Lee led the
Amie Lee, director of festivals
effort to produce, promote and
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Winyah Bay Heritage Festival Jan. 17 - 18
Mark your calendars for Jan. 17
and 18, and plan to head down to
Georgetown, S. C. for the Winyah
Bay Heritage Festival. The whole
point of the festival is to promote,
preserve, and perpetuate the hunt-
ing, fishing and conservation her-
itage of the Winyah Bay area
through the protection of its lands,
waters and unique habitats.
The Festival brings together
wildlife artists, exhibitors and col-
lectors from the southeast, as well
as admiring hunters, fisherman and
their families. The weekend of
events takes place in various loca-
tions throughout the City of
Georgetown. Indoor exhibits will
feature collectable decoys, hand-
crafted duck and goose calls, origi-
nal paintings, custom knives, cus-
tom wildlife jewelry, a host of edu-
cational and conservation
exhibitors and featured artist and
lecturers. Outdoor activities will
include the SC State Duck Call
Championship, retriever training
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Recreation Center, East Bay Park,
325 East Bay Street.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Georgetown County Schools
Student’s Art Exhibit. Winyah
Gym.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. S. C.
Department of Natural Resources
Virtual Fishing Simulator and
Shooting Trailer. East Bay Park.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Meet the
Georgetown Fishing Guides. East
Bay Park.
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Musket
Demonstration by Mr. Bob Hill.
East Bay Park.
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Blacksmith
Demonstration given by Mr.
Walter Hill. East Bay Park.
11 a.m. Dale Rosengarten
Lecture – “Grass Roots: African
Origins of an American Art.”
Strand Theater, 710 Front Street
1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Dale
Rosengarten Book Sale and
Signing. Winyah Gym.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fly Tying Exhibit. Local experts
Bay…Back in the Day •
Winyah Bateau Boat and its
History • Shad and Sturgeon
Fishing • Canvasback Hunting
on Winyah Bay.
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Parker Guns.
Owners display
exceptional collection of
Parker Guns. East Bay Park.
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Lee Brothers Book Signing. "The
Lee Bros. Southern Cookbook:
Stories and Recipes for
Southerners and Would-be
Southerners." Winyah Gym.
2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Cast Net
Maker – Charles Williams demon-
stration.Bobby Alford Recreation
Center
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Retriever
Demonstrations. East Bay Park.
3 p.m. Lee Brothers Lecture.
Tickets $25, in advance. Strand
Theater
3 p.m. Fly Fishing
Demonstration – Steve Thomas of
Hobcaw Fly Fishing Adventures
and East Bay Park.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fly Tying Demonstration -
Newman Weaver of Georgetown
Kingfisher Guide Services. East
Bay Park.
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Children’s
Decoy Painting.Winyah Gym.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. S. C.
Department of Natural
Resources.Virtual Fishing
Simulator and Shooting Trailer
East Bay Park
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Meet the
Georgetown Fishing Guides. East
Bay Park
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Musket Demonstration by Mr.
Bob Hill. East Bay Park
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Southern
Cookbook: Stories and Recipes for
Southerners and Would-be
Southerners"
1 p.m. East Bay Park
Throwing a Cast Net -
Demonstration by Georgetown
Fishing Guides of how to achieve
the perfect throw.
2 p.m. Lee Brothers Lecture
–Charleston born brothers Matt
and Ted Lee will be special guests
and share their culinary secrets.
Tickets $25, in advance. Strand
Theater.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Georgetown
County Schools Children’s Art
Exhibit – Our local children will
be able to participate through their
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and special events.
manage several events this year
including the presidential
debates, annual meeting and
President’s Gala. Her talents as
an event planner will enable her
to enhance MBACC festivals and
events, which have undergone
many changes in recent years.
Lee has served the chamber for
10 years and has worked in a
number of capacities during her
tenure.
Julie Sluss, formerly the man-
ager of festivals, has assumed the
role of manager of festivals and
special events. Sluss has made a
Kema Faulk, festivals and
positive impact since joining the
special events coordinator.
MBACC in March 2008 and is
credited with solely planning,
managing and executing the
recent Christmas Towne event.
Kema Faulk, formerly the
marketing coordinator, has been
promoted to festivals and special
events coordinator. As a member
of the marketing team, she spear-
headed several consumer promo-
tions. In her new position, Faulk
will provide administrative sup-

demonstrations, fly fishing and fly
tying demonstrations, children’s
interactive shooting and fishing
booths, children’s decoy and fish
painting, Santee Gun Club guides’
storytelling and many other activi-
ties. For more information, log
onto www.winyahbayfestival.org
or call the festival hotline at 843-
833-9919
Saturday, Jan. 17
10 am - 5 p.m. All
exhibits are
open.Winyah Gym,
Dozier St; Bobby
Alford
Steve Thomas and Jan Peele.
Bobby Alford Recreation Center
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Children’s
Fish Painting – Winyah Gym
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. East Bay Park.
Storytelling •
Tales of
Winyah
and Jan Peele of Orvis.East Bay Blacksmith Demonstration given
Park by Mr. Walter Hill.East Bay Park
7 p.m."Cattails and Cocktails" 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Dale
Tickets available in advance. Rosengarten Book Sale and
National Guard Armory Signing. Winyah Gym
Sunday, January 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. East Bay Park
The South Carolina State Duck
18 Calling Championship
10 a.m. Exhibits 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
open. Winyah
Gym
Winyah Gym Lee Brothers Book
Signing –Charleston born brothers
Matt and Ted Lee will be signing
their
famous
cook-
book:
"The Lee Bros.
school’s art program and to share
their best works. Winyah Gym.
3 p.m. Fly Fishing
Demonstration - Tommy
Scarborough of Georgetown
Coastal Adventures. East Bay
Park.
4 p.m. Festival closes.
Photo Credits
From top, clockwise:
Two bald eagles. Photo by
Paige Sawyer.
Spanish moss on the
Intracoastal Waterway. Photo
by Paige Sawyer.
Shrimp boat with nets out.
Photo by Paige Sawyer.
port but will also assume man-
agement responsibilities of spe-
cific event and festival functions.
Faulk has served the chamber for
nine years.
Polar Plunge Benefits Special Olympics
The fourth annual Freezin’
for a Reason Polar Plunge to
benefit South Carolina and
Horry County Special Olympics
will be held on January 31 at
Springmaid Beach Resort. In
2008, 465 people plunged and
raised a total of $80,000 to ben-
efit athletic training and pro-
grams for Special Olympics ath-
letes.
The plunge party will begin
Julie Sluss, manager of
festivals and special events.
OPEN FOR LUNCH
at 10 a.m. with the actual plunge 7 Days A Week
is at 2 p.m.
11am-3pm
Participants are asked to raise
at least $50 in pledges to take DINNER 4:30 DAILY
the plunge, but the program
offers great incentives for peo-
ple who raise more. Any indi-
viduals interested in plunging,
or businesses interested in hav-
ing a team plunge are encour-
aged to call or visit the plunge
website at PolarPlungeSC.com.
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Dosher Hospital
Nursing Center
Awarded 5-Star
Rating from CMS
Dosher Memorial Hospital i n
Southport, N.C. has announced
that Dosher Nursing Center was
awarded an overall rating of 5-
stars, the highest rating possible,
according to a nationwide survey
conducted by the Centers for
Medicare and Medicaid Services
(CMS). This information was
collected as part of the CMS
"Nursing Home Compare" report
and provides quality ratings for
each of the nation's 16,000
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Medicare and/or Medicaid-certi-
fied nursing homes.
The CMS survey assigns
results in a "five-star" format sim-
ilar to the hotel rating system.
According to www.medicare.gov,
the Five-Star Quality Rating
System was created to help con-
sumers, their families, and care-
givers compare nursing homes
more easily and help identify
areas about which you may want
to ask questions. Comparisons
are based upon inspection results,
quality measures and staffing pat-
terns. In the CMS report issued
on December 17, 2008, Dosher
Nursing Center was awarded 5-
stars, placing Dosher Nursing
Center in the top ten percent of
nursing homes in the country for
quality care and service.
"This is an outstanding accom-
plishment," said Connie Shea,
Chief Nursing Officer at Dosher
Memorial Hospital, the parent
organization of Dosher Nursing
Center. "Our facilities strive to
meet the highest standards for
quality care, compassion and
service. It is the personal commit-
ment of each individual employee
to uphold these high-standards
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that sets Dosher Nursing Center
apart."
High-quality care and service
appears to be a trend for Dosher
Memorial Hospital and its sub-
sidiaries. In addition to the out-
standing nursing home rating,
Dosher Memorial Hospital was
rated above all other hospitals in
our region in quality of communi-
cations, responsiveness and the
ability to control pain according to
the most recent CMS Hospital
Quality Initiative (HQI) survey.
The CMS survey represents our
nation's only standardized
approach to collecting and meas-
uring the patient's perspective of
hospital care.
"Nursing homes and hospitals
vary in quality of care and serv-
ice," said Shea. "These surveys
provide patients, residents and
family members with a snap shot
of the care provided. Still, the
most important thing you can do,
however, is to visit the nursing
homes you are considering."
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download a Nursing Home
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able information for choosing a
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Along the Geek Strand…
tioner, family and friends about
your nursing home choices.
By George Mihal
A lot has happened since I
brought you the last Geek Strand.
Lives change, people move on,
Batman dies (maybe) and cellular
phone companies merge. After the
initial run of Along the Geek
Strand, I decided that a revamp
was necessary. I didn’t want to
bring you just gadget reviews, but
an overall look at geek culture and
the stuff we like to geek about.
T-Mobile Comes to Town
The dreaded Suncom has been
cast out the Carolinas by the hero-
ic T-Mobile, and now its copy-
righted magenta banner hangs in
place of the old company.
Suncom was a decent phone
company, but you could tell they
didn’t have their heart in staying.
To be frank, their customer service
was just plain rude toward the end
of their reign.
T-Mobile might not have been
who I would have preferred to
replace my cell company, but they
have proven themselves to me
over the last few months.
G1 – The Google phone.
One of the benefits of T-Mobile
coming to town was the G1, the
first smart phone to take advan-
tage of Google’s Android operat-
ing system. This sleek, touch
screen phone with slide out key-
board replaced my Blackberry
Curve, and I haven’t looked back.
I wasn’t even jealous when
Verizon released Blackberry’s
touch screen a little later.
The G1 features all the goodies
of the usual cell phone – camera,
speakerphone, Bluetooth and the
lot- but also has the features that
will be standard, like GPS, Wi-Fi
and 3G. Of course, we don’t have
3G cellular services here on the
Grand Strand yet, but upgrades are
in the works. Still the phone’s
Internet connection is much faster
than my old Blackberry, and gives
you “the full Internet” as opposed
to the mobile “wap” stuff that to
came on you phone before the
iPhone and G1 changed every-
thing.
The only drawback is the bat-
tery life. I was use to leaving my
phone unplugged for days at a
time, but the G1 requires charging
nearly every night. Third party
expanded life batteries are starting
to make their way to the market,
so this problem can be handled
with little fuss (and about $50).
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The one thing that drives me
buggy is that I usually drop my
gadgets as soon as I get them,
leaving some mark on the case or
screen.
Agent 18 has come up with a
novel product for your iPod Touch
or iPhone. Sure, it might seem like
just another snap-on case to you,
but it is green. And we are not
talking about color.
The Touch EcoShield 2G is
produced from recycled plastic
bottles. When I first opened up the
package, I was a bit skeptical. It
felt light and…well, like it was
made from recycled soda bottles.
(Probably several of them from
my diet Coke habit).
However, putting it on my 32
GB iPod Touch and carrying it
around for just a day changed my
mind. Combined with the weight
of the iPod, the case felt perfect.
Moreover, the biggest bonus
was the screen protector. Most of
the time, applying these screen
protectors are a real pain, and go
on with bubbles and annoying
defects. However, the screen that
came with the EcoShield went on
perfectly, and despite being a little
thicker than other screen protec-
tors, soon becomes completely
invisible. Heck! If the $25 envi-
ronmentally friendly case isn’t
enough to get you to buy this case,
the screen protector that comes
with it is more than worth the cost.
Agent 18 should market these sep-
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Check it out at
www.agent18.com.
Batman R.I.P-OFF
DC Comics has been trying to
destroy and re-create their super-
hero universe for over 30 years. In
the latest attempt, Final Crisis,
they take aim for their biggest
JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009 29
moneymaker, Batman, and try and
kill him.
Supposedly, in Batman,
Detective Comics, Nightwing,
Robin, and many of the other Dark
Knight-related titles, Batman
R.I.P was suppose to tell the tale
of the Caped Crusader’s death and
how Robin and his other Allies
deal with his absence.
However, the storyline went
terrible wrong somewhere.
Comics were released late; the
multiple story arcs weren’t really
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related to the main story in
Batman, but were marketed as part
of the story, leaving a lot of confu-
sion.
Could it be true?
Finally, the “death of Batman” The End of Batman?
happens in another comic, and we Or Marketing
immediately find out that he is
really being held hostage and R.I.P-OFF?
being brainwashed by some lame
no-name-worth mentioning.
Whatever the point of R.I.P.
was, the story brought Batman to a
grinding halt, and many readers
will welcome the sabbatical that
DC has announced for the venera-
ble Batman and Detective Comics,
hoping that the vacation will bring
back the Dark Knight back up to
snuff.
“A Backyard Bird
Lover’s Boutique!”
Largest
Selection
of Bird
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Conway Chamber To Host Workshop & Small
Business Expo Feb. 3
By Bridgette Johnson
The Conway Chamber of Commerce will host
“Build A Better Business” Workshop and Small
Business Expo on Tuesday, February 3, from 4 p.m. to
7 p.m. in the Conway High School Commons Area.
This event is designed to help small businesses bet-
ter understand how to trim expenses, utilize free small
business resources and tools, as well as identify appro-
priate target markets for advertising and marketing
efforts.
“With the current economic forecast as it stands,
our Board of Directors is eager to offer a small busi-
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grew, he came to realize that he
had tapped into a rich aesthetic
vein.
While countless artists have
represented tools in their work
since prehistoric times, it was not
until the last century that tools
entered into the mainstream of art
making. At present the collection
exceeds 375 works by more than
250 leading modern and contem-
porary masters as well as emerg-
ing artists.
When expressing his vision a
few years ago, John Heckinger
affirmed, “It’s not just an under-
standing of the humor of artistry
of a particular piece, but an appre-
ciation of how the collection fits
the general theme of tools in the
work place, tools in life and tools
Linda Thern Smith, Phoenix. Mixed
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as art.” or
Spanning a wide range of a
styles, the exhibition spotlights
the dignity of everyday tools
where form and function are inex-
tricably linked. The clever con-
tent and style and visually intrigu-
ing works will prove thought-pro-
voking for visitors of all ages,
allowing them to explore new art
and introducing them to important
contemporary artists, such as
Arman, Claes Oldenburg and Jim
Dine.
Through the hands and the
vision of the artists, common util-
itarian objects take on a whole
new existence. The works offer
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such mind-bending visual experi-
ences as an image of a man happi-
ly sawing himself off a high perch
Ron English, The Reconstruction, 1992, oil on can- John Mansfield, East Meets West. Mixed media piece.
vas. Image courtesy International Arts & Artists' 1987. Image courtesy International Arts & Artists'
Hechinger Collection: Tools as Art. Hechinger Collection: Tools as Art.
huge “school” of vise grips swim- set of silkscreen prints by Prometheus, the rebel god in
ming in the ocean. Light bulbs are
transformed into butterflies and
renowned artist Jim Dine, which
juxtapose real and invented
Greek mythology who brought
fire and other comforts to human-
rusted tools morph into birds or objects in a playful blurring of art ity.
the sails of a wooden boat. and life. Self-taught artist Stephen
The collection features a series Hansen gives a light-hearted inter- Admission to the Museum is
of “kodaliths” by acclaimed pretation of people caught in binds free, but donations are welcomed.
designer Ivan Chermayeff: strik- of their own creative, as the zany The Museum is located at 3100
ing black and white photographs expression of Man on a Limb epit- S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach,
with no halftones that display var- omizes. S.C. For further information, call
ious hardware items in an almost And Maria Josephy orches- 843-238-2510 or visit
abstract fashion. trates a wide variety of hardware www.MyrtleBeach
Also included is Tool Box, a into the flying figure of ArtMuseum.org.
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Whimsical ‘Tools’ Exhibit Greg Norman’s
Italian Christmas Party
at B&C Art Museum By Marilyn Newsome
Wine tasting dinners at Greg
Norman's Australian Grille are
By Kathryn Martin always wonderful but Christmas
with a Roast Suckling Pig, apple in
mouth, leaves one with a feeling of
awe.
Anthropologists consider the
Mel Creighton of RNDC Italian
use of tools a major step in
Wines was host of the wines and
human evolution. Imagine what delivered a lot of information about
they’d say about a collection of a lot of wines and their regions of
artworks created about – and origin, development, aging, and
from – everyday tools and hard- production in general while justify-
ware.
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ing the reason for serving each with
The exhibit, comprising 56 each course. The funny thing is, he
witty, light-hearted works by did this without effort, as if he were
prominent and emerging contem- discovering it all along with every-
porary artists that celebrate these one else. So casual was his effort
utilitarian objects, is called Tools that we occasionally forgot we
in Motion: Works from the were actually learning.
Hechinger Collection and opens Peter Dombrowski, Operations
Thursday, Jan.15 at the Franklin Manager of Greg Norman's and his
wife Sally hosted the dinner as they
G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin
do monthly. These dinners are so
Art Museum.
An opening reception will be
held from 1 – 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan.
18 and is open to the public.
Regular gallery hours, beginning
Jan. 15, are from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tuesday through Saturday, 1 - 4
p.m. Sundays. The exhibit runs
through March 28.
The collection is drawn from
Tools as Art: The Hechinger
Collection, amassed by a former
D.C.-based hardware and build-
ing-supply company owner who
began collecting the artworks in
1978 to decorate the family busi-
ness. As Heckinger’s collection
Patrick Kirwin's Hammers Inside, from Tools in Motion: Works from the Hechinger Collection.
Chef Jeffrey Edwards, manager Peter Dombrowski and Mel Creighton, who
presented the wines, now present the roast suckling pig.
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Maria Josephy, Prometheus, 1980, mixed media including hardware.
Image courtesy International Arts & Artists' Hechinger Collection: Tools as Art. businesses not only survive, but
thrive. This shift in the economy
stands the chance of making us
all sharper business people.”
Special break out sessions are
scheduled to offer the opportuni-
ty to connect with:
• Small Business Administration
• SCORE (America’s Small
Business Counselors)
• Coastal Carolina University’s
Small Business Development
Center
• Coastal Carolina University’s
Wall Center for Excellence
• Blue Cross Blue Shield regard-
ing insurance for small business
through Conway Chamber of
Commerce membership
• Marketing professionals
Stephen Hansen, Man on a Limb, 1985, steel and wood. • The Conway Chamber of
Image courtesy International Arts & Artists' Hechinger Commerce
Collection: Tools as Art.
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special, eight succulent courses,
each accompanied by the proper
wine, good company, lots of
laughs, and lovely decorations
along with pampering service by
the staff, I just don't know how
they do it or how anyone can miss
them.
First course is usually served in
the social area behind the bar over-
looking the Intracoastal Waterway.
Buttery leather sofas, a fireplace
and a beautiful view, this time with
a Christmas Tree, offer a cozy
atmosphere for relaxation and con-
versation while enjoying the first
wine and a bounty of hors d'hoeu-
vres. The sparkling wine or" Italian
Champagne" was refreshing with
cheeses, fruits, dips, veggies and
other antipasti. There was an amaz-
ing ham, Prosciutto of the tender-
loin I think. Not the name, the
These contacts will offer free
advice, which will be invaluable to
any and all small business owners.
The Small Business Resource
Expo is open to all area small busi-
nesses. The event and break out
sessions are open and free to the
public. Entry fee to exhibit a small
business in the table top expo is
just $50 for Conway Chamber of
Commerce members and $65 for
non-Chamber members. To
acquire a registration form,
reserve space as an exhibitor or to
RSVP for the workshop, interested
parties should contact the
Chamber office at 843-248-2273
or via email, bjohnson@con-
wayscchamber.com. Deadline for
registration is January 19.
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description.
We then moved to the private
dining room for a second course of
asparagus with pheasant eggs and
parmigiana cheese in olive oil and
spices. This was paired with
Allegrini Soave 2007, a warm,
smooth light red.
Next we were served Ravioli of
Butternut Squash, Sage, Butter and
Pecorino Toscana. Chef Jeffrey
Edwards showed his delicate touch
with this one. The ravioli was hand
made and the Butternut Squash
Filling was beyond reproach.
Absolutely delicious. Zenato
Lugana San Benedetto, one of the
top wines available, tickled the
palate with a wide array of bou-
quets and overtones.
Intermezzo, the resting period
for the senses, enjoyed an especial-
ly delightful granitee, or Italian Ice,
much like Sorbet. This had an
intriguing flavor that I think was
basil.
When Chef Jeffrey brought out
the next course on a wheeled table,
an audible gasp could be heard in
the momentary silence. It was a
whole suckling pig with an apple in
his mouth, roasted to perfection, on
a bed of Italian Parsley. Never have
I seen anything roasted so smooth-
ly with perfect color and sheen. It
didn't look real, but when carved
and served it was not only real but
delicioso! This was served with
Zucchini Trifolati and accompa-
nied by Selvapiana Chianti Rufina
Vendemmia, a full bodied blend of
grape, fruit and tanins. This was
not your mother's Chianti. Made
from grapes grown at a very high
Guests Valerie Brown, Michelle Adams, Tom Hildebrande, David
Robertson, Sally and Peter Dombrowski, Jessica Walden, Terry Walden,
Joyce Wilie, Natalie Bogdanoff and Todd Brink all seem to be having fun.
elevation and good drainage, it was
lighter and somewhat "flirtier" than
traditional Chianti wines.
This group of about 25 people,
many of whom attend these dinners
regularly, started the evening with
quiet, reserved conversation, were
by this time having a high old time.
It's fun to see how they relax, get to
know each other and enjoy the
evening as the food and, certainly,
the wine keep coming out. Even
the veterans, however, were not
expecting the next courses.
A lovely presentation with
equally lovely flavor and variety
was the next course: Coniglio
Brassati with a Pignoli and Olive
Risotto Cake with Zenato Ripassa
Volpolicella 'Superiore' , rich in fla-
vor and a feel of tradition. This red
was full and smacked of tradition,
centuries of tradition, to me.
Tagliato of Venison Con
Carciafi e Patate, rare and delec-
table were brought out next. This
Venison was tender and probably
cooked with the same wine we
were served: Altesino Brunello di
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Montalcino Vendermmia, 2003.
Smooth and haunting, this was a
special experience.
Last and certainly not least was
Torta di Fichi e Noci. Served with
Prunotto Bussia Barolo 2001, this
torta, cake, while rather heavy in
texture and fruit, was amazingly
light to the taste. Just when I
thought I couldn't possibly eat
another bite, it tempted me until I
almost ate it all along with the
wine. This wine was very good
also, more acidic yet whispering of
fruit.
This was one of the most amaz-
ing dinners, complex in design, and
every wine was special. What an
experience! Contact Greg
Norman's Australian Grille and
make a reservation, for dinner, for
lunch or for a wine tasting dinner.
You won't be disappointed. As
always, predictably spectacular.
Greg Norman's Australian
Grille is located at Barefoot
Landing, 4930 S. Highway 17.
Telephone number is 843-361-
0000.
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Tired all the Time? Eight Medical Issues to be Aware Of
By www.SixWise.com
Tired all the Time?
Eight Medical Issues to
be Aware Of
By www.SixWise.com
It’s estimated that 20 percent of
Americans feel tired to the point that
it interferes with their daily life. This
type of overwhelming and chronic
fatigue interferes with your ability to
enjoy life and feel productive, but
why does it happen?
Countless emotional and physical
problems can contribute to feelings
of tiredness, but often fatigue is the
result of taxing lifestyle habits such
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as:
Not sleeping enough (getting
even one hour less sleep than you
need can leave you feeling drowsy,
according to the Mayo Clinic)
Eating poorly or drinking too
much caffeine or alcohol
Inactivity
Stress (trying to do too much,
worrying about work or finances,
etc.)
Decreased energy, fatigue,
and feeling "slowed down" are
common symptoms of depression
to watch out for.
How can you tell if your lifestyle
is causing you to be tired?
Take two to three weeks and
clean up your act -- get more sleep,
trim your social obligations, eat bet-
ter, drink more water, take a high-
quality multivitamin and cut back on
caffeine and alcohol, Sandra
Adamson Fryhofer, MD, of Atlanta
recommended in Prevention maga-
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zine.
"If you have made the changes
that make sense, and you're still feel-
ing the symptoms of fatigue, then
you need professional help," Dr.
Fryhofer said.
If feelings of fatigue are interfer-
ing with your quality of life, see a
health care professional to help you
find the root of the problem.
Numerous medical conditions, such
as the ones listed below, may be to
blame.
Eight Common Medical
Causes of Fatigue
Sleep Disorders: An estimated
50 million to 70 million people suffer
from sleep loss or sleep disorders,
according to the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention. These range
from insomnia -- the inability to fall
asleep and stay asleep -- to sleep
apnea. In the case of sleep apnea,
reduced airflow in your airway caus-
es your breathing to stop. This leads
to frequent, brief awakenings that
can leave you feeling excessively
fatigued during the day, even though
you don’t recall being awakened.
Thyroid Problems:
Hypothyroidism, which occurs when
your thyroid gland does not release
enough thyroid hormone, as well as
hyperthyroidism, which occurs when
your thyroid produces excess hor-
mone, can both result in fatigue.
Diabetes: Extreme fatigue is
often an early warning sign of type 2
diabetes. Other symptoms include
excessive thirst, frequent urination,
blurred vision and recurring infec-
tions. A physician can determine if
you have diabetes by performing a
simple blood test.
Anemia: This blood disorder
impacts your blood’s ability to trans-
port oxygen, leading to fatigue.
Anemia can be caused by numerous
conditions ranging from heavy men-
strual periods, vitamin deficiencies
or chronic diseases such as rheuma-
toid arthritis or cancer.
Depression: Along with feelings
of sadness, changes in eating and
sleeping patterns and problems with
memory and concentration, depres-
sion frequently results in a signifi-
cant loss of energy.
Cancer: Fatigue may be a symp-
tom of cancer, as well as a side effect
of cancer treatment.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: This
chronic condition involves inflam-
mation in the lining of the joints, and
early symptoms often include fatigue
and low energy, along with joint pain
and loss of appetite. Anemia and thy-
roid disorders, which also cause
fatigue, are common in people with
rheumatoid arthritis as well.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
(CFS): People with CFS suffer from
extreme fatigue that doesn’t improve
with rest, muscle aches and difficulty
concentrating. Because little is
known about the causes of this con-
dition, it’s often diagnosed on the
basis of exclusion, after other poten-
tial conditions have been ruled out.
Ready to Increase Your
Energy Once and for All?
If you’ve ruled out health condi-
tions as the cause of your tiredness,
there’s a good chance that your
habits and routines are actually to
blame. You can increase your energy
and vigor by simply striving to:
Eat well. A healthy diet with
fresh, minimally processed foods
will give you drastically more energy
than a diet of mostly processed food.
Make sure to include plenty of pro-
tein as well -- your body needs it to
keep organs functioning and energy
levels up.
Exercise. Though it sounds iron-
ic, putting out the energy to work out
will give you more energy and make
your daily tasks easier. While doing a
cardio workout, alternate several
minutes of high-intensity movement
with several minutes of lower inten-
sity. This will get your energy levels
up without wearing you down.
Tend to your emotions. Worry,
anxiety, stress and other negative
emotions will drain your energy –
fast. Even positive emotions like
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excitement and anticipation can wear
you down energy-wise. So make
sure you take time every day to calm
your mind and relax. Your body and
mind know how to relax -- we just
need to give them "permission" to do
so. This is easier said than done, of
course, so for those of you who need
a little help, we highly recommend
the Pure Relaxation: Guided
Meditations for Body, Mind & Spirit
CD by respected meditation expert
Mary Maddux.
Limit your caffeine intake. Too
much coffee or caffeinated soda will
actually tire you out in the long run
(about one cup a day is ok). Instead
of reaching for caffeinated bever-
ages, the staff at Sixwise loves
Ajmera's Orang-O Energy, Coco
Raising Funds
and Raising Hell
By Dawn Curtis
Palmetto State Roller Girls,
Myrtle Beach's Derby Little Secret
presents HELL RAISER Raising
Funds and Raising Hell. Join the
roller girls on Friday, January 16 at
7 p.m. at Wimpy's Bar and Grill for
a night of bands, babes and bruises.
Wimpy’s is located at 4711 South
Kings Hwy. across from Myrtle
Beach Harley Davidson. The event
will feature local bands Circles In
Autumn, Flick It and more.
Admission is $5, and this is a 21
and older event.
“This our first event of the new
year and we are looking forward to
recruiting new fresh meat, devoted
fans and volunteers to help make
Don’t miss the Palmetto State Rollergirls on Jan. 16 at 7 p.m., Wimpy’s, 4711 S. Kings Hwy. in Myrtle Beach.
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Energy and Mang-O Energy. These
drinks are 100% natural with NO
caffeine, no preservative, synthetic
food colors or artificial flavors. All
three of Ajmera's beverages will
keep you hydrated, helping you
function better, and are ideal after a
tiring day or just when you need a
boost. As a bonus, they taste great
and come in powder form, so you
can take them with you anywhere.
Drink more water. If you get
dehydrated, it will make you feel
sluggish. Be sure to avoid BPA and
toxins in your water as well.
Stretch. It’s a deceptively simple
way to increase your daily energy.
Using the proper form in stretching is
essential to achieving the maximum
energy benefits. To learn 15 impor-
tant stretches that stretch all the key
muscles groups throughout your
roller derby a huge success in the
Myrtle Beach area,” said Suzanne
“Sin Ferno” Stonefield. The roller
girls welcome everyone to come
out and experience what their pas-
sion. Roller Derby is not just a
sport but an experience that can be
enjoyed by everyone whether you
are a skater or a fan.
The roller girls are currently
recruiting new members for their
2009 season. Members must be
women and 18 or older. No experi-
ence is needed, just some guts and
willingness to get out and try
something new! The team is made
up of an eclectic mix of women
from age 18-45. There are profes-
sors, teachers and librarians to
EMTs, TV producers and moms.
The skaters shed their ‘civilian’
lives for their alter egos with
names like Busty Rhymes, Ono
SheDitten, Tart of Darkness and
Over 20 percent of menopausal
women in the United States are diag-
nosed with thyroid dysfunction, of
which fatigue is a common symptom.
entire body in only 15-20 minutes a
day, Sixwise.com highly recom-
mends the Stretching Toward a
Healthier Life DVD.
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Strawberry Switchblade.
Bouts are held at Dreamland
Skate Arena on 701 in Conway and
are a family friendly event.
Practices are held three times
weekly and interested skaters
(fresh meat) are encouraged to
come out to a practice. For more
information about bouts or joining,
visit the website at www.palmet-
tostaterollergirls.com.
Palmetto State Roller Girls is a
nonprofit organization form in
2006 and is Myrtle Beach’s only
flat-track all woman roller derby
team. Roller Derby is one the
fastest growing sports with over
250 female flat-track roller derby
leagues across the nation.
For additional information con-
tact Suzanne Stonefield, suzanne-
stonefield@yahoo.com, cell phone
987-335-8097.
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Is Anti-trust Creeping into
Horry County Government?
By Staff Writers
Watching the machination going
on in Conway by our supposed
government leaders last week over
the issue of solid waste flow control
in Horry County, we had to wonder
whether we had entered some type
of cyber space time warp where all
the worst forms of government pre-
side.
While an overwhelming majori-
ty of Horry County’s supposed
leaders profess to be good, God
fearing, fiscally conservative, small
government minded Republicans,
they vote like a bunch of
Communists.
Think about it, county council,
on the advice of its staff, especially
county attorney John Weaver, unan-
imously passed first reading of an
ordinance to establish a govern-
ment monopoly in the business sec-
tor and squeeze private businesses
out of the county.
Maybe it’s prophetic that the
area the county chose to establish
monopoly government control over
first is garbage because what went
down in Conway last week was just
that!
We supposedly elect our council
members to make decisions in the
best interests of all, or at least a
majority, of the county’s citizens.
We don’t elect them to work in the
interests of a few, especially when
that few are in the government
itself, at the expense of the county’s
citizens.
Government passing laws to
establish government monopolies
and wipe out private business is
Communism.
Of course, in the best traditions
of our county council, they can’t
even get Communism right. Can
anyone with even a small knowl-
edge of early 20th Century history
believe that Lenin, Stalin or Mao
would have been pushed around the
way our council members were
pushed around and dictated to by
Weaver, and his cohorts on the
Horry County Solid Waste
Authority board, last week?
Horry County through its gov-
ernment appointed Horry County
Solid Waste Authority (SWA) owns
and operates the only solid waste
landfill in the county.
That landfill is located on
Highway 90 adjacent to Sterritt
Swamp. The original landfill was
the old Conway dump in which
anything and everything was liter-
ally dumped into an area which is
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environmentally sensitive. No one
knows what types of chemicals
have been dumped there in years
past or where they are going
because the original landfill was
unlined.
In more recent years, the SWA
has had to build lined landfills, but
they still take garbage into an area
whose underground water eventu-
ally finds its way to the Waccamaw
River.
The original unlined landfill,
now has a construction and demoli-
tion (C&D) landfill built on top of
it. The resulting effect is the origi-
nal garbage, dumped in the old
unlined landfill and which creates
The Horry County Landfill will be full of household
garbage in less than three years and C & D Refuse in less
than nine years.
leachate (liquid formed by the mix-
ture of chemicals and water, both
from rain and the underground
table) now has considerable weight
on top of it. This creates a marsh-
mallow effect where the C&D land-
fill pushes down on the old garbage
landfill and squeezes the liquids
down and out into the water table.
Again, any student of history
knows that the former Communist
government of the Soviet Union
wasn’t particularly concerned about
the environment either and, when
that government finally fell, the
countries controlled by that govern-
ment faced major environmental
cleanups.
In recent years, local private
hauling companies have been tak-
ing C&D waste to private landfills
in nearby counties. Why? It’s
cheaper to haul the waste to anoth-
er county and dump it than it is to
take it to the Hwy 90 government
controlled landfill.
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Who wouldn’t want to get
garbage out of the county rather
than burying it near a swamp? The
answer is our county staff and its
cronies at the SWA and the council
members they control.
I’ll bet the citizens on Hwy 90,
who have hundreds of garbage
trucks going through their neigh-
borhoods every day and have to
deal with the smell and debris from
that garbage, would like to see that
type of traffic reduced.
What is really funny here is
before she was council chairman,
Liz Gilland was a strong opponent
of the SWA and even introduced an
ordinance to disband it approxi-
mately eight years ago.
No more, now she is in the mid-
dle of an attempt by county staff
and the SWA to form a monopoly
over waste generated in the county.
Of course, it’s all about money.
The SWA is a bloated government
bureaucracy with over 100 employ-
ees on its payroll. It needs to con-
tinue to control all the waste gener-
ated in the county, at its $29 per ton
price, in order to maintain the rev-
enue needed to feed that bureaucra-
cy.
Limited Landfill Space
By its own statistics, the SWA
landfill for C&D will be full in
approximately 2-1/2 years. The
landfill being used for household
garbage has eight to nine years of
space remaining.
What happens when those land-
fills are full? The county will
decide where the waste goes, but
will still charge for it as if it was
being buried at Hwy 90.
“The ordinance WILL ensure
that all refuse generated in Horry
County will be deposited in a land-
fill (not limited necessarily to the
Hwy 90 location) that meets all
state and federal regulations, thus
relieving Horry County from any
potential financial liability for post
closure damages,” reads one sec-
tion of Weaver’s briefing memoran-
dum about the ordinance to council.
What Weaver is telling us here is
garbage will probably still go out of
the county, but only after the SWA
has received its cut and only to
landfills that the SWA has cut deals
so a healthy portion of the revenue
can be used to serve its bloated
bureaucracy.
The portion about the county not
having any potential financial lia-
bility is typical scare tactics by
Weaver. The landfills currently
being used by the private haulers
are state and federally regulated and
the county has no financial liability
from them either.
Weaver has tried to scare coun-
cil by referring to the county’s
financial liability should an envi-
ronmental problem result at a land-
fill where some of the county’s
waste is being dumped by private
haulers.
This has been a constant refrain
from the SWA for years and has no
validity. There is not now, nor has
there been, any problem at the land-
fills currently being used by the pri-
vate haulers and the county is in no
danger of a lawsuit for some of its
waste being dumped in them.
The lobbying for this ordinance
began at the county’s fall budget
meeting in December 2008. At that
meeting, Weaver and SWA attorney
Emma Ruth Brittain lobbied hard
for the county council to adopt this
ordinance.
Brittain referred to a Supreme
Court decision of April 2007 in a
lawsuit titled United Haulers
Association, Inc., et al. v. Oneida-
Herkimer Solid Waste
Management Authority.
In the court's majority decision,
the court upheld the right of local
government to establish a flow con-
trol ordinance that required trash in
those two counties in New York
state to require all trash generated
in the counties to be hauled to a
publicly owned landfill.
This was done despite the fact
that the court acknowledged the tip-
ping fee at the public landfill was
considerably higher than at private-
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ly run landfills in other counties to
which the haulers desired to haul
trash.
The public landfill tipping fee
quoted in the decision was $86 per
ton versus the $37-$55 per ton
quoted for the private landfills.
Brittain told council members
that the decision "offers you an
opportunity to take advantage of a
revenue source on a silver platter."
She went on to say that the rev-
enue source would be "very benefi-
cial to the taxpayers of this county"
and offers the county "the opportu-
nity to capture a significant amount
of lost revenue for many years to
come."
Now, if that isn’t an obvious
indication of how Weaver and
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Brittain, the SWA and county coun-
cil members favoring this ordi-
nance regard the interests of the cit-
izens versus the interests of the
government, we don’t know what
is.
If the county wants to operate a
landfill or even get into the hauling
business directly, that is fine, as
long as it operates in the competi-
tive free market. In that way, the cit-
izens will really get the best deal for
the dollars they spend on waste dis-
posal.
But, if we cut the private haulers
out of the equation, or limit their
ability to choose options that are
best for their business, the county’s
citizens lose by spending more
money. The citizens may benefit
from reduced rates offered by the
private haulers now, but the county
government only thinks about the
revenue it is losing.
There is no real problem with
government trying to compete with
private business, although that cer-
tainly runs against the professed
philosophy of the Republican Party
that so many of our council mem-
bers claim to be members of.
But forcing the county to com-
pete in the open market with private
waste haulers and disposal compa-
nies is not in the best interests of
county government, according to
Weaver and his cronies.
Our Republican county council
members are certainly forgetting
the words of their hero Ronald
Reagan. What ever happened to
Reagan’s famous quote,
“Government is not the solution to
the problem, government is the
problem.”
He was definitely talking about
Horry County because government
is certainly the problem here and
creating more government control
only exacerbates that problem.
When we have a county monop-
oly over waste decisions, we have
an indirect tax on the private citi-
zens to pay for the SWA’s bloated
bureaucracy. Is this not
Communism?
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Notes From the Waccamaw Riverkeeper
By Christine Ellis
With the holiday season behind
us and facing the worst recession
since World War II, according to
Bloomberg News
(www.bloomberg.com), there is not
a better time to reconnect with
nature…appreciating the plants
and animals that inhabit our natu-
ral world. Best of all it costs little
or nothing.
Trend forecasters indicate that,
faced with hard times, individuals
tend to socialize less, retreating into
their homes and “cocooning”, a
term coined in the ‘90s by Faith
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cepts of opting for a simpler life
and enjoying our natural environ-
ment.
A happy, healthy and prosperous
2009 to all!
Backpacking Through
Life: Essays on the Earth
By David Scott
Backpacking is both a science
and an art. It’s a science in that
there is a very large body of facts
regarding the subject that has to be
sifted through and digested before a
trip can be successful. It’s an art in
ing bag, tent, utensils, tools, and
food that fulfill their intended pur-
poses.
The overriding consideration in
packing a backpack is weight. If
you carry too much gear, the pack
becomes a burden that limits your
trip.
Instead of enabling you to live
independently while enjoying your
natural setting, it becomes a mill-
stone and a negative distraction.
Instead of giving you the freedom
of movement to go where you want,
too much weight makes you focus
solely on getting to your destina-
obligations that do nothing but
make our pack heavy and hard to
lift. We have all purchased things
that we didn’t really need. We have
taken on debt in order to finance
cars and houses that we could have
done without. We have bought
things simply to bolster our egos
and to impress our friends. We have
accepted our society’s tyranny of
luxury. We have been all too will-
ing to become victimized by adver-
tising and the status game. The
price we are paying is a pack that
many of us can hardly lift, much
less carry with a smile on our face.
Successful backpackers carry
only what they need and a few
becomes his friend, allowing its
owner to see and experience the
world that otherwise would have
been missed.
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Are we hiking through life with
a backpack full of bricks—items
Greater Grand Strand Projects
that serve no useful purpose except "Which Are on the Shelf and "Shovel-
to weigh us down and make us Ready" to Go" Obama and Congress
hurry to the end of the trail? Or
have we, as a seasoned backpacker,
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chosen only those things that make
our trip possible, pleasurable, and
memorable? A light pack as a life Preamble: Our county has been hit hard by the current recession. In recent years it has become the destination of choice for our 60 mile long "Grand
lived lightly, gives voyagers both a Strand" beaches for an ever increasing number of visitors now estimated to be more than 22.5 million in Horry, Georgetown & Brunswick Counties).
bounce in their step and enthusiasm Additionally because our area offers both active and retired persons a long list and a wide range of life-style places to live, work and play, more than
for the trail ahead. 2000 new families have moved to Horry County (The Home Rule sponsoring umbrella and enabling county government for our six municipalities,
Christine Ellis is the Waccamaw Aynor, Garden City, Loris, Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, and Surfside Beach) each year since the 2000 census. Our citizens welcome both visitors
River Keeper, which is a program and newcomers with traditional southern hospitality. We are scrambling to find ways to get our community on the right track to do the right thing quick-

Popcorn, a marketing consultant
(www.faithpopcorn.com).
recession means less money for
purchases and buying less stuff.
The following essay, by David
Scott, a Winyah Rivers Foundation
Board Member, combines the con-
that a person’s style and preference
The influences the decisions to be made.
The equipment chosen is of
extreme importance: boots that are
comfortable and durable; a well-
engineered pack that carries its load
and conforms to your back; sleep-
tion.
Backpacking is symbolic of life
itself. Most of us, with the best
intentions, carry around a pack that
is jammed with extraneous bag-
gage. As we have been brain-
washed to believe, we have sur-
candy bars to look forward to at the
end of a long hike. Their light pack
frees them to stop and visit with
their fellow hikers, to stoop to
enjoy a wildflower, and to pause
and drink in the scenery. Instead of
being an enemy of the hiker, an art-
of Winyah Rivers Foundation.
Contact her c/o Coastal Caroina
University Center for Marine and
Wetland Studies, 1270 Atantic
Avenue, Conway, S.C. 29526; 843-
349-4007; wrk@coastal.edu;
www.winyahrivers.org.
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ly and sensibly and thereby enable those who are anxious and ready to find well paying jobs, get back to work and again be proud tax paying
Americans instead of embarrassed unemployed tax consumers.
During the past 20 or so years our community leaders have found various sound citizen-supported ways to build a modem comprehensive internodal
transportation systems. Much has been done however; our increasing demands and unfunded mandated changes have outstripped our traditional tax and
fee based revenue income. A long citizen approved list of unfunded badly needed projects has been compiled and prioritized.

Poplar United Methodist
Church To Host
Blackwood Gospel Quartet
Sunday, Jan. 18
By Pastor George Olive
The Blackwood Gospel Quartet will per-
form at Poplar United Methodist Church,
located at 5095 Hwy. 701 North, on Sunday,
January 18, beginning at 5 p.m. The service is
free and open to the public. Light refreshments
will be served in the fellowship hall following
the performance.
The original Blackwood Brothers Quartet
was formed in 1934 in the hills of Mississippi,
with Roy, Doyle, James, and Roy’s oldest son,
R.W. Blackwood. Their dedication and effort
to spread the Gospel in song has left a great
heritage and blessed the lives of many people.
Since that early formation, the group has won
countless awards, sung thousands of concerts,
and appeared on many television shows. The
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dedication of Roy, Doyle, James, and R. W.
Blackwood continues today through the hearts
and lives of the Blackwood Gospel Quartet.
They still sing the traditional close harmony
quartet style music the Blackwoods are famous
for.
Mark Blackwood started singing when he
was nine years old with the Blackwood Little
Brothers. Mark is the lead and baritone singer
for the Blackwood Gospel Quartet. He has won
two Grammy awards for recordings he pro-
duced for the Blackwood Brothers Quartet.
Mark is the son of the late Cecil Blackwood,
who was the baritone for the group for forty-
six years. Blackwood was born and raised in
Memphis, but now lives in Knoxville, Tenn.
with his wife, Jennifer, and their five-year-old
son, Jamison.
Dustin Bearden is the tenor for the
Blackwood Gospel Quartet. He received his
singing training from Josh Feemster, Mary
Nell Bozeman, and Bill Crowe, and has sung
with Providence, New Vision Quartet, Narrow
Way Quartet, and Alliance. Dustin's love for
Gospel music began at the young age of six
but, once Dustin
David Mann is the baritone/lead for the
quartet. Throughout his life he has sung in
many different groups and church choirs; in
fact, the first recording of him singing was
made when David was only three years old. In
the spring of 2006, David was married to his
beautiful wife, Jael, and in the fall of 2007, the
happy couple welcomed their son, Jack David
into the world.
Brad Smith adds the great lowdown bass
part to the Blackwood Gospel Quartet. Brad
has been involved in gospel music for almost
20 years, and was a member of the New Speers
and the Impacts. He has performed with the
Symphony Orchestras in Phoenix, Ariz.,
Jackson, Tenn., Louisville, Ky., as well as the
Alabama Symphony Orchestra in
Birmingham, Ala. Brad has been nominated
twice for “Male Vocalist of the Year” by the
Gospel Voice Magazine. Brad lives in the
Nashville area with his wife, Cassie, and their
three-year-old son, Jackson.
The Blackwood Gospel Quartet does not
take its heritage in Gospel music lightly, nor
the responsibility of integrity that goes with it.
Join the congregation at Poplar United
Cameron Art Museum
Changes Hours, Membership
By Caroline Culbert
In an effort to economize in these diffi-
cult times, the Cameron Art Museum will
initiate changes to public hours. New
weekday hours will be in effect as of
January 15:
Mondays: closed (no change)
Tuesdays – Fridays: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Saturdays – Sundays: 11a.m. – 5 p.m.
(no change)
The Museum will continue to offer a
wide variety of public programs on
Thursday evenings, but Museum galleries
will no longer be open for viewing on those
evenings.
Also beginning in January, the Cameron
Art Museum is expanding member benefits
with free admission to all museum exhibi-
tions (member admission will require
Last year a majority of those who voted (we had a record turnout) approved two "add a penny" sales tax referendums (one for Education Facilities
expansion and improvements and one for our long standing underfunded 900 miles of mostly dirt community roads). Both of these high demand pro-
grams have been slowed or stopped by the current recession. In sum, our community, like many others in America, needs help. We are "Fired up and
Ready to go" just send money. Our on the Shelf Ready to start Short and Long term citizen majority approved and supported list follows:
Short Term:
1. Expand and enhances the Horry County Confinement facility (now being built austerely and with less than needed capacity and trained professional
staff). More funds are urgently needed to enable our Sheriff to build a modern adequate facility and hire, train, put to work and sustain an adequate
acceptable federal and state mandated facility with a 24/7 professional custodial staff.
2. Provide additional FAA and Homeland Security mandated improvements at the (now under way) Myrtle Beach Airport projects.
3. More jump start funds to get the partially funded 1-73 and I-74 highway projects moving faster.
4. Provide additional funds to speed up improvement on a long list of unsafe, slow and overcrowded get to and from work, school and "Map Quest"
visitor-followed area roads.
5. Fund near work adequate Housing for public sector 24/7 shift workers (Health systems enablers, firemen,
policeman, etc.)
6. Build and provide Housing, Education support and Jobs for severely wounded Veterans who want to come to the Myrtle Beach/Grand Strand
Community to live and work.
7. Dredge the unsafe navigation silt out of the 30 mile stretch of the Intercoastal Waterway that runs through Horry & Brunswick Counties.
8. Increase the medical service capacity of our fine large regional medical centers (Conway, Georgetown, Loris, Myrtle Beach and Brunswick.
9. Provide funds to keep Welcome Centers along 1-95 and in the Coastal Region open 16 hours per day 24/7 to help people get to
and enjoy the Grand Strand.

gave his life to the Methodist Church for Sunday School at 9:45 Long Range List:
Friends of Lord, he knew that a.m. with a traditional service following at 11 showing a current membership card). The
public is encouraged to take advantage of
Chapin singing Gospel
music was his call-
a.m. Nursery care is provided.
For more information, contact Poplar this new member benefit of free admission 1. Complete 1-73 and 1-74 Soonest.
Memorial ing. United Methodist Church at 843-365-5883. throughout the year. 2. Build, near the Grand Strand, a Regional International Airport which will accommodate the world’s largest intercontinental jets.
The project plan should include a rapid Rail system which would run from the terminal to our extensive ocean-front accommodations, restaurants and
Library recreational opportunities. Note: The Grand Strand has over 125,000 rooms, 2,000 restaurants, over 100 golf courses, and other all ages family oriented

Annual interesting activities.

3. Build a flood water diversion canal from the Waccamaw River to the Atlantic Ocean. This is a much needed NC/SC flood water attenuation and
Book accommodation project. The Corps of Engineers is well aware of this project and its planned Right of way (ROW) design and potential cost. Low cost
fill dirt removed from the canal ROW could be used to help lower costs to construct 1-74 and I-73.
Sale 4. Visualize, plan and construct a Coastal Carolina sponsored Grand Strand Veterans and International Student College Campus near the Ocean. It's mis-
sion would be to train and retrain wounded warriors and foreign students. Several Foreign languages would be taught. Graduates would be encouraged
to spend time abroad helping local leaders, UN sponsored activities and US financed improvements which are needed and meant to help elected local
January 29, 6-9 p.m. Members Only leaders implement programs that will enhance the lives of their citizens.
Member Cards Available at the Door - $10
January 29/30 9-2p.m. Status of our Ready To Go Proposals
Open to the public
at Chapin Memorial Library Detailed engineering and cost data for all of the Short Tenn and some of the Long Tenn programs has been compiled and is readily available, Key and
400 14th Ave. North, Myrtle Beach "Lynch pin" visionary planers, small and large business owners and well known proven contractors are here and ready to go to work.
Thanks for your Consideration.
Proceeds To the Shirley Boon Scolarship Fund James Vaught, Lt. General, (retired)
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Tips For Better Nutrition the time we get dehydrated most
Health From S.C.’s
Forego the designer coffee
drinks. When it's cold outside, peo-
ple reach for warm drinks; and nor-
often.
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First Family Physical Activity
By Curry Hagerty
The Healthy SC Challenge is the
mally, that means a run to the coffee
shop around the corner. If you have
to get your fix of caffeine, do it with
coffee instead of a mocha latte or a
The data is convincing that regular
physical activity provides protection
from breast cancer and a growing
number of studies are finding that it
Sanford family's effort to get all South blended drink. Many of the concoc-
may be even more life-saving for
Carolinians to do just a little more to tions at your local Starbucks have
live a healthier lifestyle. The tips are breast cancer survivors. Yale School
more than 700 calories. 700 calories
designed to encourage individuals of Medicine scientists followed 933
for a drink?! Your best bet is a cup
and communities to live healthier women diagnosed with breast cancer
of coffee with a bit of skim milk; it
lifestyles in three categories - nutri- over a four- to nine-year time period
has only a few calories and the same
tion, exercise and help to quit smok- pick-me-up power as those calorie- and found that 2 years after diagnosis,
ing. The tips can also be found on the laden lattes. Also, remember to stay women who engaged in any recre-
challenge's website, hydrated by drinking lots of water ational activity at all had a 60% lower
www.healthysc.gov. risk of death than those who were
during the winter months. This is
sedentary. Women who walked
briskly at least 2 to 3 hours a week
SUDOKU reduced their risk of death by 67%.
Women who became sedentary after
CMYK
diagnosis were four times more likely
to die of breast cancer than those who
by Linda Thistle
Gullah Galore –
Family Fun Event
By Stephanie Thomas
On January 17 learn how
African Americans have helped
shaped Lowcountry culture with
Gullah Galore at The Charleston
Museum. From 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
participate in crafts and activities to
entertain and educate children and
families about the unique heritage
of the Gullah people. Presenters
include Queen Quet, Chieftess of
the Gullah/Geechee Nation and the
Gullah/Geechee Nation Wisdom
Circle Council of Elders.
Gullah/Geechee artisans will
showcase their works and explain
• On Jan. 7, 1785, Jean-Pierre
Blanchard and John Jeffries travel
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from Dover, England, to Calais,
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the first to cross the English
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Channel by air. They nearly crashed
into the Channel, however, as their
balloon was weighed down by
extraneous supplies such as silk-
covered oars, with which they
hoped to row their way through the
air.
• On Jan. 8, 1867, Congress over-
rides President Andrew Johnson's
veto of a bill granting all adult male
citizens of the District of Columbia
the right to vote, and the bill
becomes law. It was the first law in
American history that granted black
males the right to vote.
• On Jan. 11, 1908, President
Theodore Roosevelt designates a
large part of the Grand Canyon a
national monument. Congress
increased the protection of the
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were inactive before diagnosis and
remained so. Based on the studies I
have reviewed, daily exercise should
be a standard part of the treatment
plan for any cancer survivor.
For those at risk for cancer (which
is all of us!), remember that regular
physical activity (exercise) is third
only to avoiding tobacco and main-
taining a healthy body weight as the
most powerful thing you can do to
reduce your cancer risk. For more on
cancer prevention, visit
www.PreventCancer.org.
– Dr. Ann Kulze, Nationally rec-
ognized nutrition and wellness expert,
www.dranns10steps.com
Tobacco
If you have asthma, smoking is
especially risky because of the dam-
age it does to the lungs. When some-
one smokes, he or she may cough,
wheeze, and feel short of breath. This
how these aspects of the Gullah/
Geechee traditions continue to be
maintained and passed on.
Queen Quet will do a histo-
musical presentation entitled
"From Sharecropper to Free-We
Gullah/Geechee." Explore African
and Gullah artifacts in the
Charleston Museum with a special
family scavenger hunt. This event
is free for museum members and
free with paid admission:
$10/adults; $5/ children; children
under 3 are free.
Each month The Charleston
Museum offers a special Saturday
program dedicated to providing an
educational and exciting experi-
ence for the whole family. Join us
each month for a different themed
canyon in 1932 by making it a
national park, ensuring that private
development would never spoil the
Grand Canyon.
• On Jan. 9, 1493, Italian explorer
Christopher Columbus, sailing near
the Dominican Republic, sees three
"mermaids" -- in reality manatees --
and describes them as "not half as
beautiful as they are painted."
Mermaids, mythical half-female,
half-fish creatures, are typically
depicted as having a woman's head
and torso, a fishtail instead of legs
and holding a mirror and comb.
• On Jan. 6, 1925, Finnish long-dis-
tance runner Paavo Nurmi appears
in the first of his 55 U.S. races. Of
these, he lost only his last race, a
half-mile sprint. Some newspapers
speculated that he had lost only out
of politeness to his American hosts.
• On Jan. 5, 1933, construction
begins on the Golden Gate Bridge,
as workers start excavating 3.25
million cubic feet of dirt for the
structure's huge anchorages. The
Golden Gate Bridge officially
opened on May 27, 1937, the
longest bridge span in the world at
the time.
is because smoke irritates the airways,
causing them to become swollen, nar-
row, and filled with sticky mucus.
These are the same things that happen
during an asthma flare-up. That's why
smoking can cause asthma flare-ups
to happen more often. Those flare-ups
may be more severe and harder to
control, even with medicine.
- www.kidshealth.org
The Healthy S.C. Challenge is an
outcome-based, cooperative effort
aimed at encouraging individuals,
communities and organizations
across the state to show shared
responsibility in developing innova-
tive ways to improve the health of
South Carolina's citizens. For more
information about the Healthy S.C.
Challenge, visit www.healthysc.gov,
or call 803-737-4772.
event including presentations and
craft projects for children of all
ages. Themes include archaeology,
historic crafts, animals, and more.
The Charleston Museum,
founded in 1773, is America’s first
museum. It is a 501(c)(3) nonprof-
it organization. Holding the most
extensive collection of South
Carolina cultural and scientific col-
lections in the nation, it also owns
two National Historic Landmark
houses, the Heyward-Washington
House (1772) and the Joseph
Manigault House (1803), as well as
the Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre
wildlife preserve. Museum hours
are Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5
p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m.
• On Jan. 10, 1979, the last convert-
ible Volkswagen Beetle is produced.
The VW "Bug" was a popular car
throughout the 1960s and 1970s,
leading to innovations such as sun-
roofs and convertible tops in an oth-
erwise unchanging design.
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What Happens When
Cops Disregard the Law?
By Staff Reporters
America is a country founded
on the rule of law and respect of
the same. However, a big problem
results when those charged with
upholding the law are the same
ones who break it.
Such is the case of the Myrtle
Beach Police Department and its
actions in attempting to smear
Myrtle Beach resident and Horry
County councilman Marion
Foxworth with a charge of prostitu-
tion.
Foxworth and the MBPD have
some history with Foxworth, for a
period of 20 years, attempting to
get better police protection for the
residents of the south end of Myrtle
Beach, which is also a portion of
his council district.
For years, he has complained
about a two-tiered system of justice
in the city with the police depart-
ment ignoring the south end except
for occasional forays of Gestapo
like tactics. The north end, the area
that includes the upper class Pine
Lakes, Dunes and Grande Dunes
sub-divisions, receives genteel,
high paid security services from
the department, according to
Foxworth.
Several weeks after a highly
charged Crime Watch meeting in
Foxworth’s neighborhood, the
MBPD arrested him, on October
18, 2007, for loitering for prostitu-
tion during a sting in the area.
The crime? A woman asked him
for a ride home and he obliged.
However, the police claim the
woman is a known prostitute and,
after Foxworth spent a very few
minutes inside her house, remem-
ber she is a constituent of
Foxworth’s, the police swooped in
and tried to make a case against
them.
Both were intercepted individu-
ally and questioned separately.
Those interviews, if you can call
them that, were recorded on video-
recorders in the police cars
involved.
In the case of Foxworth’s ques-
tioning, the camera in the police
car is repositioned by an officer to
capture Foxworth in the picture at
all times.
The officer who stopped
Foxworth knows Foxworth’s iden-
tity and that he is an elected coun-
ty official, before getting out of his
car.
Foxworth denies any wrongdo-
ing and within a couple of minutes,
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several more officers swoop into
the area with one officer telling
Foxworth, “We have enough to
arrest you right now.”
At the same time Foxworth is
being questioned, and for a consid-
erable time after the short question-
ing of Foxworth is completed, the
woman, Dorothy Crossman, is
interrogated.
Her initial statement to police
virtually mirrors Foxworth’s – that
he came into her house, spoke for
several minutes about a political
mail piece she had received, got a
phone call and left.
Immediately, she is stopped by
the police officer questioning her
and told she is lying.
The officer initially interrogat-
ing Crossman, receives a phone
call during which he says, “I have
no doubt what happened.”
After finishing the phone call,
he tells Crossman, “That was my
boss. You’ve been lying to me.”
Crossman denies this, but the
officer is persistent and starts to
threaten her with a prior record that
includes prostitution as well as
shop-lifting and minor drug pos-
session arrests.
She asks if she is going to jail
and Tucker tells her “I got enough
to put you in jail based on you
lying to me. It’s not a hard deci-
sion.”
Another officer arrives and
takes part in the questioning during
which he insists several times that
some type of sexual act took place
between the two.
Crossman then says she
received $20 from Foxworth to
buy cigarettes. Crossman changes
her statements to police several
times during the questioning in an
apparent attempt to satisfy the offi-
cers, but in no instance admits to
any sexual act having taken place
between her and Foxworth.
Tucker asks for a statement
from Crossman. She complies by
writing out a short statement, then
asking the officer, “Is that cool?”
After requesting a transport to
the location with Crossman and
confirming with police dispatch
that she is going to be arrested and
charged with loitering, the second
officer to arrive asks Crossman
what her interpretation of receiving
money from Foxworth.
Crossman responds the money
was for cigarettes. “He said I’ll give
you money for cigarettes and I’ll give
you a ride home. We came here.”
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Crossman is asked if Foxworth
had a discussion with her about
sexual intercourse and she replies
“No.”
“He didn’t come out and say he
wanted to have sex?” the officer
asks. “No,” replied Crossman.
Crossman is told he is being
arrested for loitering. This occurs
after she has been asked to make a
statement. During the entire almost
50 minutes of the questioning, she
is never advised of her Miranda
rights.
Both were taken to the Myrtle
Beach jail and charged with loiter-
ing for prostitution. There is evi-
dence in the DVD’s, on which the
questioning and arrests are record-
ed, that the decision to arrest
Foxworth and Crossman was made
at the very top of the MBPD com-
mand structure.
Foxworth’s pants and under-
wear are also seized by police,
without a warrant or consent from
Foxworth, and sent to SLED for
DNA analysis.
As an aside, a local media outlet
requested information from the
city on how many times articles of
clothing had been seized from a
person charged with loitering for
prostitution in addition to the
seizure from Foxworth.
The city’s response was that it
had happened only in Foxworth’s
case.
A reference buccal swab was
obtained from Crossman for com-
parison, but not from Foxworth.
The DNA analysis was received
by MBPD from SLED in Spring
2008. Whispers start from the
police department that the “DNA
nails Foxworth.”
Fourteen months after the
arrest, with no new evidence being
turned up by the police, Foxworth
receives a threat from the Myrtle
Beach solicitor handling the case
that, if he does not plead guilty to
the charge of loitering, will be re-
arrested and have a charge of solic-
itation for prostitution added to his
case.
It is also interesting to note that
this threat occurred after Foxworth
was re-elected, in November 2008,
for another four year term to his
council seat.
Foxworth refuses to accept the
plea, is re-arrested and the second
charge is added.
Two media outlets in the area
obtained a copy of the DNA analy-
sis and submitted it to a total of
Marion Foxworth
three different DNA labs for
review. All three of the labs con-
clude that there is nothing in the
results to prove that any sexual
contact occurred between
Foxworth and Crossman.
One of the labs specifically
points to areas in the analysis that
would exclude Crossman from the
results and the other lab says trace
findings in the analysis would be
much higher if sexual contact
occurred.
A third media outlet noted the
difference in the initial incident
report of October 18, 2007, with
the sworn statement by Tucker on
the second arrest warrant dated
December 11, 2008.
Citizens have a right to expect
the police department to make
arrests when evidence of a crime
has taken place. They do not, how-
ever, expect officers to try and
make evidence conform, or lead
questioning of a witness in that
direction, to satisfy a pre-deter-
mined conclusion in the officer’s
minds.
To do so, especially in an
attempt to silence a political critic
or opponent, is operating in the
same manner that the Gestapo used
to silence critics in Nazi Germany.
This type of action is disgusting
and illegal.
Police officers also swear to
uphold the constitution of the state
of South Carolina and the United
States of America while conduct-
ing their duties.
The gathering of evidence and
probable cause for arrest warrants
is addressed in the 4th Amendment
of the U.S. Constitution and in
numerous decisions by the U.S.
Supreme Court and extended to be
the law of the states through the
14th Amendment of the U.S.
Constitution.
The 4th Amendment guards
against unreasonable searches and
seizures by law enforcement agen-
cies. The amendment specifically
requires search and arrest warrants
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be sanctioned by a judge and sup-
ported by probable cause sworn to
generally by a police officer who is
accountable to the court for its
accuracy and truthfulness.
It has been held in many court
cases that probable cause comes
from facts and circumstances
directly in the officer’s knowledge,
generally from personally seeing
or hearing them, or from “reason-
ably trustworthy information”
from a witness of the offense.
It would certainly seem that
Crossman’s continued denial, on
the October 18, 2007 record of her
questioning, of any sexual activity
between her and Foxworth and
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specific denial of Foxworth sug-
gesting such activity would pre-
clude Tucker from providing a
sworn statement on the December
11, 2008 warrant, that he had prob-
able cause for an arrest on the
charge of solicitation of prostitu-
tion.
However, that is exactly what
was done and the solicitor fol-
lowed through with the execution
of the warrant. Didn’t anybody at
the city view the evidence on the
tape or understand the lack of cor-
roborating evidence from the
SLED DNA analysis?
If not, the city officials involved
are certainly guilty of malfeasance
and possibly much worse.
The 14th Amendment provides
for equal protection of the law and
also its equal application. In addi-
tion to the above probable cause
requirements, which are extended
to each state by this amendment,
there is the question of why, only in
Foxworth’s case, were items of
clothing illegally seized and sent to
SLED for DNA analysis?
This certainly appears that
Foxworth was specifically targeted
and the police officers involved
directed by top command authority
to work on Crossman until “evi-
dence” for an arrest could be
found.
Even with those extremes, the
MBPD failed in its attempt. The
prosecutor, having the ability to
determine that not enough evi-
dence existed for successful prose-
cution of the case, instead added a
second charge, one which is totally
unsubstantiated by the evidence or
actually lack of same.
This is not Nazi Germany and
the MBPD should not be allowed
to act like the Gestapo. One can
only hope that the full remedy for
violation of civil rights will be vig-
orously pursued by Foxworth and
the city will be made to see the
error of its ways and hold those
involved accountable.
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Snappy Zappy’s Pizzeria

New York style pizza with a flair.
The traditionally hand-tossed thin pizza.
Brick oven pizza any way you like ’em.
5901 S. Kings Highway,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
Free Delivery to your Campsite!
Call 843-44-PIZZA
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Learning Along The Waccamaw
By Linda Ketron
Art Works, CLASS and
the Moveable Feast
You will find this venerable trio
inside The Chocolate & Coffee
lowed by a signing at Litchfield
Books at 2 p.m. Reservations are
requested by the Wednesday prior
to the feast. The schedule for the
first quarter of 2009 is available
onsite in the Litchfield Exchange,
online (www.classatpawleys.com)
Special OLLI Programs
The Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute at Coastal Carolina
University offers scores of courses
and special programs at five loca-
tions throughout the Grand Strand.
For details, visit the Web site at
Writing Poems from Family
Photographs: Bring two or three
photographs to this workshop at
the Waccamaw Higher Education
Center. Using the photographic
images to stir a memory of a per-
son, place or event, award winning

Lakewood’s We offer a 16-inch Hand-tossed pizza to perfection.

Select your choice

House in the Litchfield Exchange,
featuring original work by a dozen
artists: Kathi Bixler, Nancy
or by phone, 235-9600.
Jan. 30 – Daniel J. Crooks Jr.
(“Lee in the Lowcountry:
www.coastal.edu/olli or call 843-
349-4001.
Lowcountry History
poet Libby Bernardin will empha-
size image and details – Mary
Oliver’s “language of the particu-

Conference Center A Mountain of Cheese $9.99

Cheese and Pepperoni $10.99
Bracken, Gwen Coley, Marcelle
Cushman, Millie Doud, Nancy
Grumman, John King, Mary Helen
Defending Charleston
Savannah 1861-1862”) at Inlet
Affairs. Early in his career,
& Excursions: Every Wednesday
throughout the winter and spring,
lars.” Thurs., Jan. 22, 9:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m., $25.
Fused Glass Workshop: Learn
Robin McCall leads day-long
CMYK

Weddings, Banquets, Receptions, Rallies,
Family Reunions . . . The Lakewood Way !
The Lakewood
Camping Resort is
our 7,800-square foot
Conference Center.
Located at the entrance
to Lakewood.
• Classroom
• Auditorium
• Reception & Parties
• Banquets
• Antique & Craft Shows
• Fashion & Pageant Events
• Training Seminars
• Church Services
Lakewood has 5 additional
locations to accommodate
events of all sizes.
• The Welcome Center
• The Arcade
• The Fireplace Room
• The Activity Center
• Heritage Island
27” WEB-100
CMYK
The Big Three – Cheese, Pepperoni, Sausage - $11.99 Lowrimore, Sue Schirtzinger, General Lee applied himself to the excursions to famous and little the basics of fused glass (a 3,000+
The Hawaiian Luau $12.99 Caryn Tirsch, Jane Woodward and challenge of defending the young known historical destinations. year old art form) and make a pen-
Snappy’s Grand Zappy (Pick 6 Toppings) $18.99 Zenobia. Visit our new home or Southern Republic and two of its Each is priced individually and dant/earring set or tile to take home
website (www.classat key cities: Charleston and with you. Susan Mole’s workshop
Cheese, sausage, pepperoni, beef, ham, pineapple, tomatoes, bacon, covers van transportation, entrance
pawleys.com); the hours are 9 a.m. Savannah. Charleston historian will be a fun and informative intro-
mushrooms, black olives, onions, anchovies, peppers fees and guides (lunch is extra).
to 5 p.m., Monday through Danny Crooks examines Lee’s first duction to the chemistry and Susan Mole (“Suz!”)
Visit the Karpeles Manuscript
12-Inch Medium Pizza $7.99 Saturday. year serving the Confederacy, a process of kiln-firing glass. All lev- creates and teaches sculptural
Museum (Jan. 21, $40) where more
16-Inch Scillian Pizza $14.99 and functional art
Metaphysical Journeys year of confusion and convoluted than a million rare documents are els welcome; students can repeat
by kiln-firing glass.
An intensive series of meta- loyalty. Using Lee’s own words housed in a revolving exhibit and workshops and learn additional
Snappy’s Special White Pizza and those of his contemporaries, three Charleston museums on Jan. skills. Sat., Jan. 24, 10 a.m. to 2
A blend of mozzarella and Ricotta cheese physical workshops with Gloriana
This ballroom facility is the reader comes to understand 28, including the Old Slave p.m. at the Waccamaw Higher
12-Inch $12.99----16-Inch $15.99 and Craig Miller are offered this Instant Piano for Hopelessly
the perfect size for any why Lee, and only Lee, could bring Market, Powder Magazine and Education Center, $35 plus materi-
winter through CLASS Busy People at Webster University
group gathering, up to Homemade Calzones (Community Learning About order to the early chaos of the war. Confederate Museum ($50). als.
in Myrtle Beach with David
a 1,200-person capacity. Small $5.99----Large $8.99 Special Subjects), located in the Feb. 6 – Marjory Wentworth Lowcountry Natural History Music Reading for Total
Haynes on Wed., Jan. 28, 6 to 9:30
BOOK EARLY! Stuffed with Mozzarella and Ricotta Cheese. (“Shackles”) at Rocco’s. Based on Excursions: From the S.C. Beginners at Webster University in
Chocolate & Coffee House in the p.m., and at the Waccamaw Higher
• Concert & Stage Events Litchfield Exchange. Register by a true story, Shackles describes Aquarium and Sea Turtle Hospital Myrtle Beach with David Haynes
House Speciality Education Center on Thurs., Jan.
• Conventions calling 235-9600 or online at what happens when a group of lit- to area industries, river heritage on Wed., Jan. 28, 2 to 4 p.m., $30.
Fresh Baked-To-Order Bread tle boys search for buried treasure Ever want to play a musical instru-
29, 1 to 4:30 p.m., $50+. If you
• Registration Desk www.classatpawleys.com. walking and boat tours, art crawls yearn to experience the joy of play-
with Sausage, Mozzarella Pepperoni
Reveal the Message in Your in their backyard on Sullivan’s in Conway, outings along the ment but never had a lesson?
• Club Luncheons & Meetings Small Loaf $5.99----Large Loaf $8.99 ing piano, but you don’t want years
Aura: Each of us has an aura – a Island and dig up a bit of history ~ “Cotton Trail,” and island explo- Frustrated by music notation?
• Auctions of weekly lessons, this beginners’
Sapghetti Dinner with salad and garlic bread - $5.99 radiance that emanates from and a set of shackles used centuries ago rations, OLLI’s gifted guides Don’t know a half-note from a
• Rally Functions class in chord piano techniques is
on slaves who were held on the half-step? Here you will quickly
• Boat, Garden, Car Shows Snappy Zappy’s Subs surrounds the body. In meta-
physics, the proper interpretation island. This poignant story, written
(Karen Fuss, Julie Finlayson and
Betty Molnar) will fill your learn all the basic reading skills
for you. You’ll learn all the chords
needed to play any pop song, any
All Subs are $5.99 for Small; $7.99 for Large. in lyric prose by South Carolina’s Thursdays and Fridays with excit- you need for playing and reading
of an aura reveals information style and any key. If you can find
about the self – strengths/weak- Poet Laureate, is beautifully illus- ing opportunities to learn about this music on any instrument. Instructor
The Deluxe Angus Sub – Flame-roasted roast beef topped with your middle C and know the meaning of
favorite cheese and dressed to your request. nesses – and indicates “karmic” trated by artist Leslie Darwin Pratt- beautiful lowcountry. will collect additional $15 for
Every Good Boy Does Fine, you
Mama Mia’s Sub – Loads of Salami, Ham, and provolone cheese with opportunities for personal growth Thomas. booklet and CD in class.
already know enough to enroll in
house-made Italian dressing and all the trimmings.
The New York Traditional Sub – Sugar baked ham and your choice essential to soul growth. In this this workshop. If not, send a self-
of cheese then dress it up your way. workshop, your aura will be addressed, stamped envelope for a
revealed and explained in a private free pamphlet to Music Masters, 90
interpretive session with Gloriana
Wings with a Zing Molly Lane, Ringgold, GA 30736.

Miller. To give the historical/con- Instructor will collect additional

BEST RATES, BEST LOCATION,
ON-PREMISE CATERING
CALL FOR RENTALS & RATES • 843-447-7383
Chef Claude McSwain, Director • 843-447-7383
5901 S. Kings Hwy. • Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29575
www.lakewoodcampground.com
Conference Center
• Church Services Every Sunday 9:30 a.m. at the Information Center
• Jan. 17 - Anniversary Party
• Jan. 21 - Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Assn.
• Jan. 22 - Christian Women’s Club Luncheon
• Jan. 23 – Christian Women’s Work Shop
To B o o k a n E v e n t C a l l :
843-447-7383
Snappy Zappy’s uses only fresh wings delivered by Prestige Farms ceptual context, Dr. Craig Miller $25 for booklet and CD in class.
daily. These big meaty wings will zap your palate. will present the aura, exemplifying
10 Juicy Wings-$7.99 20 Juicy Wings-$12.99 its universality from the ancient
50 Juicy Wings-$29.99 100 Juicy Wings-$55.99 Near East to today’s belief systems.
Limited to 10 participants. Sat.,
Mild-Medium-Hot-Suicidal-Barbeque-Teriyaki
Plus Celery and your choice of Bleu Cheese or Ranch Dressing Jan. 24, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.,
Chicken tenders $6.99 $45. Also offered Sat., March 14.
Chakra Workshops: Three
Fresh Salads $8.99 workshops addressing root, solar
Grilled or Fried Chicken – Composed with mixed greens, tomatoes, plexus and navel chakras (Feb. 7),
cucumbers, and croutons tossed with a fruity honey mustard dressing. throat, heart and third eye chakras
BLT Salad – Crispy mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy (Feb. 21) and crown chakra and
fried bacon and homemade croutons tossed with a creamy, tangy fresh
basil infused dressing.
integration of the system (Feb. 28)
will be held Sat., 9:30 a.m. to 12:30
House Salad - Large enough for 2 or more - $4.99
p.m., $45 each.
Famous House Specialties The Moveable Feast
Deep-fried Dill Pickle with our special sauce - $5.99 This popular series of literary
French Beach Fries - $2.50 luncheons, each featuring an excit-
Garlic Bread - $2.50 ing author at different Waccamaw
Spaghetti - $3.99 Neck restaurants, is held every
Daniel Crook will talk about
Big Cup of Coffee (16 0z) - $1.69 Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The
fee is $25 and most feasts are fol-
Hearts by Suz! - try an OLLI workshop in fused glass.
his new book "Lee in the
Lowcountry" on Jan. 30.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2009
Ongoing Events:
Every Monday: House of Blues
Service Industry Night - 12 a.m.
Free entry for all members of the
Service Industry that can provide ID
& proof of employment. All other
guests will pay a small cover. DJ,
nightly drink specials, etc. House of
Blues - 4640 Hwy 17-S, North
Myrtle Beach. 843-272-3000
www.hob.com
Every Tuesday: Fireworks
Spectacular - Broadway At The
Beach - 10 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Enjoy
a spectacular fireworks show over
CMYK
Lake Broadway. 1325 Celebrity
Circle, Myrtle Beach Phone: 843-
444-3200 www.broadwayatthe-
beach.com
Every Thursday: Pawleys Island
Drinking Liberally. Drinking
Liberally is an informal gathering of
like-minded left-leaners. Join us
starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Pawleys
Island Tavern, 10635 Ocean Hwy
(Behind "Mole Hole" in the Island
Shops off US 17). 843-237-5632.
http://livingliberally.org/drinking/cha
pters/SC/pawleysisland
Every Thursday: Square Dancing
- Grand Strand Strutters. 7p.m. to
9p.m. Mainstream and Plus Level
Square Dance, with occasional
Rounds, all in a friendly club atmos-
phere. (Class for new dancers is
from 6 to 7p.m.) Grand Strand
Senior Center (1268 21st Ave N.,
Myrtle Beach)
843-497-0470 or 843-650-2043
Now Showing at The Palace
Theatre: The spellbinding and mag-
ical Le Grande Cirque brings top
class entertainment to Myrtle Beach.
The show is perfect for all ages.
Tickets are available at the Visitors
Center. Also, Spirit of the Dance
presents The Magical Spirit of
27” WEB-100
Ireland featuring the Irish Tenors on
stage now in the Show Room. Call
the Theatre Box Office at 800-905-
4228 or 843-448-0588 for more
information!
Myrtle Beach Stamp Club
1st Tuesday of each month @ 7
p.m., Grand Strand Senior Center,
1268 21st Ave. North, Myrtle Beach
843-337-0087
VFW 10804 Friday night dinner.
Dinner and live music @ 6p.m.
Seating limited, reservations by
Thurs. required. $8 per person,
music only @ 7p.m. $3 per person.
Reservations and info: 843-399-
0877, Highway 57, Little River, S.C.
Joseph Rainey-Slave, Barber,
Statesman - Rice Museum.
To include your listing in the Alternatives Newsmagazine/COAST Magazine Regional Events Calender, send a typed listing to: Alternatives Newsmagazine, Drawer 2485,
Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29578, ATTENTION: Editor Or Fax us at 444-5558. Please send your listing a week in advance of print date;
print dates are fortnightly (Every other week). email: altnews@sccoast.net. web site: www.myrtlebeachalternatives.com
Exhibit tells the story of
Georgetown Native Joseph Hayne
Rainey.
Georgetown of the Late 19th &
20th Century - Rice Museum. The
exhibit chronicles Georgetown’s
transition from rice production to
lumber, livestock, & shipping.
Georgetown, SC. M-S, 10 a.m.-4:30
p.m.
843-546-7423
Needs Program, Canal St.
Recreation Center, Tues. & Thurs.
11a.m.-12p.m., A unique work out
program for individuals with special
needs. $5 city resident/$8 non-city
resident. 843-918-1485
Senior Bingo, Canal St. Recreation
Center, Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-12p.m.;
12p.m.-2p.m. FREE, bring a small
gift to share. 843-918-1485
Current Events:
Jan. 13 - Feb. 6
Sunset River Marketplace
Art Glass: Summerfield & Friends
group show opens. Works by Scott
Summerfield, J.J. Brown, Kakie
Willcox Honig. Hand-blown and
fused glass. 10283 Beach Dr. SW
(NC179) Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10
a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999
January 17, 2009, 7:00 PM
Grand Strand Young Republicans
1st Birthday Banquet
Angelo's Steak & Pasta, 2011 South
Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach
Come join the Grand Strand Young
Republicans in celebration of their
first birthday! Glenn McCall, South
Carolina's GOP National
Committeeman, will be the guest
speaker. Tickets are $15 and
include an all you can eat Italian
buffet and a drink. For tickets and
information, call Cam Crawford at
843-557-4136.
January 17 & 18
The 3rd annual Winyah Bay
Heritage Festival will take place
January 17 and 18 in Georgetown
and is a celebration of the
Lowcountry hunting and fishing
lifestyle and conservation in the
Winyah Bay area. Activities abound
for the entire family including over
90 artists and exhibitors. For more
information, see the website:
www.winyahbayfestival.org
January 18
“Coastal Operatic Arias, Duets
and Transcriptions”
Sunday 3 p.m.
CCU Wheelwright Auditorium
Alternatives
347-3161 Free
January 22
‘Faculty Biennial’ - CCU. Exhibit
by Viual Arts Dept. Thru March 6.
CCU Bryan Gallery. 843-234-3466
‘Abbey Road Live - Magical
Mystery Tour’ - CCU. 7:30 p.m.
$25. CCU Wheelwright Auditorium.
843-347-3161
January 22 - February 1
A.R. Gurney's “Later Life” -
Murrells Inlet Community
Theatre. MICT presents romantic
comedy/drama about a couple who
reunite at a party after 30 years as a
parade of colorful characters pop in
and out. 8 p.m. Thurs-Sat, 2 p.m.
Sun. $10. Call for reservations. 4450
Murrells Inlet Road, Murrells Inlet.
843-651-4152
www.mictheatre.com
January 22 & 23
“Civil War Re-Enactments”
Thurs.& Friday
Horry County Museum
915.5320 Free
January 24
“Scavenger Hunt”
Saturday - 10am-5pm
Various Conway Locations
Great Prizes! 457.9332 Free
Jan. 24
Sunset River Marketplace
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Norwegian
Hardanger Embroidery presentation
and demo by local artist Karen
McIlrath, An art rarely seen in this
country. Some items will be for sale.
10283 Beach Dr. SW (NC179)
Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
910-575-5999
January 24
Yard Sale - Grand Strand
Humane Society. 9a.m. to 4p.m.
Clean out your closet for a good
cause! The Grand Strand Humane
Society is having a yard sale on
January 24th and we're looking for
donations! So drop off your stuff
and then come to the shelter on Jan.
24 for the yard sale! 3241 Mr. Joe
White Ave. Myrtle Beach. 843-448-
9151
January 24
Symphony Series “Pictures at an
Exhibition“ - The Long Bay
Symphony. 4p.m. to 6p.m.
Mussorgsky's masterpiece Pictures
at an Exhibition serves as the focal
point for music inspired by visual
imagery: Handel's Music for the
Royal Fireworks Overture,
Debussy's Nocturnes, and other
songs, with renowned baritone Tom
Fox. Myrtle Beach High School
Music and Arts Center. 843-448-
MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com
8379
www.longbaysymphony.com
January 24, 2009 2 p.m.
Horry County Museum
Local Ted Gragg will give an
informative talk on the Confederate
naval war effort along the great Pee
Dee and Winyah Bay.
Mr. Gragg has spent years research-
ing and documenting Local Civil
War History.
Horry County Museum
Corner of 5th and Main St.
Downtown, Conway, SC
843-915-5320
January 29
The Killers with M83 - SOLD
OUT! Doors Open 7p.m. House of
Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S, Barefoot
Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
January 30
The Wailers with Tomorrow’s Bad
Seeds. Doors Open 8p.m. House of
Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S, Barefoot
Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
January 31
Little Big Town - Doors Open
7:30p.m. House of Blues, 4640 Hwy
17S, Barefoot Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
January 31
The 1st Annual Brunswick Stew
Cook-Off! Sponsored by the
Brunswick County Chamber of
Commerce and Rourk Woods, the
event will feature live music, NC
Crafts and Foods, a Kid’s Play area,
a Beer Garden and more! So, you
think you can cook Brunswick
Stew?! Let’s find out! Individuals,
professionals, non-profits and local
media are invited to compete! For
complete details, call Megan Masser
at 910-754-6644, ext. 108.
February 1
“Bucksport Quilt Exhibit”
Show runs through Feb. 28
Mon-Sat
Horry County Museum
843-915-5320 Free
Feb. 4 - 5
Sunset River Marketplace
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Collage: A Medium
For Everyone. Two-day collage
workshop with award-winning artist,
Miriam Pinkerton. $100, includes
most materials. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Register with gallery. 10283 Beach
Dr. SW (NC179) Hours: Tues. -
Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999
February 7
“First Saturday Art Walk”
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Downtown Historic District
450.9232 Free
February 8
An Evening with Dark Star
Orchestra - Doors Open 7 p.m.
House of Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S,
Barefoot Landing, NMB.
843-272-3000
Feb. 9 - March 14
Sunset River Marketplace
Sweet Dreams: a Collection of Art
by Kimberly Dawn opens. Runs
through March 14, 2009. Local folk
artist Kim Dawn Clayton. Feb. 21:
Open house & artist reception, 2 - 5
p.m. Free. 10283 Beach Dr. SW
(NC179) Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10
a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999.
February 11
“Blood Brothers”
Show runs through March 1
Theatre of the Republic
488.0821 $18-$22
February 15 & 16
“Seasons of Love, The Love Songs
of Broadway”
Sunday & Monday
Theatre of the Republic
488.0821 $18
February 18
“Isn’t It Romantic?”
Wednesday 7:30PM
CCU Wall Auditorium
347.3161 $7-$9
February 18
Disturbed with Sevendust and
Skindred - Doors Open 7:30 p.m.
House of Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S,
Barefoot Landing, NMB. 843-272-
3000
February 20
Rodney Atkins with Lost Trailers -
Doors Open 7:30pm. House of
Blues, 4640 Hwy 17S, Barefoot
Landing, NMB. 843-272-3000
Feb. 21
Sunset River Marketplace
Open house & artist reception for
Kim Dawn Clayton’ s featured artist
show: Sweet Dreams: a Collection
of Art by Kimberly Dawn , 2 - 5
p.m. Free. 10283 Beach Dr. SW
(NC179) Hours: Tues. - Sat., 10
a.m. - 5 p.m.) 910-575-5999.
MyrtleBeachAlternatives.com
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Dear friend of Careteam,
What a year! With all the difficult issues
we have faced as a nation this year, it feels
great to be sending a letter with good news
for a change. Careteam staff, its Board of
Directors and you, our faithful supporters,
have all worked hard this year to ensure that
Careteam's programs and services have not
suffered during these trying financial times.
We’ve faced a few challenges, but in the end
our clients all had access to the medical care
and treatment they desperately need. We at
Careteam just wat to take the time to point to
our successes, remember a couple of great
people we lost, and to say thank you all so
very much.
The biggest part of what Careteam does is
providing medical care and treatment for
people living with HIV who have no means
to pay for that care. Careteam manages two
clinics a week for these clients. Both clinics
are possible because of two very special part-
ners, Little River Medical Center in Myrtle
Beach and Smith Medical Clinic in Pawleys
Island. Both agencies donate space for
Careteam’s doctors to see our clients. They
also provide primary medical care for these
clients. One of the challenges Careteam has
faced is the growing number of clients who
have no medical insurance, public or private.
That number has grown 30% over the past
year and a half. The good news is Careteam
did see an increase in federal funding this
year as well as fundraising income from you!
That extra help kept all of our services
active. Thank you so much!
Careteam also has the huge task of pro-
viding free HIV counseling and testing for
people who are at risk for infection. This
year we have stepped up our awareness and
eduction programs particularly in the African
American faith community and in the gay
community. We are pleased to announce that
with some very dedicated staff and a lot of
help and support from the community.
Careteam doubled its number of people test-
ed from last year. Much of that was done in
the last two months of the year. Thanks goes
Tea & Symphony Raises Money For Youth Orchestra
By Joanne Milnor
Tea & Symphony, scheduled for March
22, is a fundraising event to support the
Long Bay Symphony Youth Orchestra
Over the past several years, the Tea &
Symphony event this has continued to grow
in popularity with LBS supporters.
The Franklin G. Burroughs and Simeon
B. Chapin Museum current art show serves
as the backdrop for this event and has always
been outstanding. The Museum, itself a his-
toric landmark building, provides a warm
and cozy setting with a view of the ocean
from the front porch.
The menu is also outstanding with deli-
cious savories and sweets donated by area
bakeries and from the kitchens of the Guild
members who share their favorite recipes of
"goodies." A variety of teas compliment the
buffet of colorful foods and all is served in
the English tradition of Afternoon Tea.
Alternatives
out to The Center Project, Red Ribbon
Friends, CLAWS, Time Out, the Rainbow
House, the Fiesta Club, St. Elizabeth’s
Church in Aynor, Chesterfield Missionary
Baptist Church in Longs, Bethel AME in
Loris, the Pride group at CCU, the Alpha
Delta Kappa Fraternity at CCU, Our Father’s
Place, Greg Everett, April, J.R. Dexter,
Joseph, Suzette and everyone else who
helped make that campaign terrific success!
Our crowning moment this year was
when Secretary of State Mark Hammond
named Careteam one of the top ten charities
in South Carolina for 2008. Careteam staff
was presented with the coveted Angel Award
on November 19th at a press conference and
reception held by Mr. Hammond. This award
was given to Careteam for dedicating 95.8%
of its budget to program services. We are
proud to be recognized this way.
We could not end the year without men-
tioning the loss of two very special and long
time partners of Careteam, Mrs. Yvonne
Jones and Mr. Dave Heckman. Mrs. Jones’
work started as a founding member of The
Spirit of AIDS in 1988, a time when few out-
side the gay community stood up and pro-
vided love and compassion for people living
with HIV. For the past 20 years, Yvonne was
a faithful supporter and constant advocate.
Many know Dave Heckman as the owner of
Charleston Café in Surfside Beach. Few
know of his dedication to and support of
Careteam over the years.
Just in case we’ve not said it enough,
thanks again to you and your publications -
Alternatives & Coast News Magazines.
We know that when you give you do give.
We are honored and appreciative when you
choose us for your charitable giving and your
volunteer time, especially today, when the
economy is so poor and funds are tight. Our
pledge to you remains to provide the best
possible service for our clients and to always
be good stewards of the contributions you
make.
Signed,
Thank you Bill, for all you do!
Johanna Haynes
But the most outstanding part of this
event has been the music provided by mem-
bers of the Long Bay Symphony Youth
Orchestra. Last year’s youth program fea-
tured four of the Youth Orchestras’ most tal-
ented musicians who were the concerto win-
ners for the 2007-08 season. And, they were
wonderful!!!!!
This event is limited to 50 patrons and if
you have not attended one of these teas, you
won’t want to miss this, the LBS Guild’s
annual, Tea & Symphony, Sunday, March
22, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Art Museum, 3100
S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach. Tickets are
$30 per person with $25 being a tax
deductible donation.
For more information call 843-650-3002.
Visa and Master Card are accepted.
JANUARY 15, 2009 - JANUARY 29, 2009 5
Clemson Architecture Professor Wins
National Creative Achievement Award
Robert Miller, professor of architecture and director of the Clemson Architecture
Center in Charleston, has received a national Creative Achievement Award from the
Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture. Miller was recognized for his spring
2008 work with his design-build studio in creating “The MINImuseum of Richard
McMahan.” Miller’s award is one of three given nationwide this year.
The MINImuseum was an exhibition of more than 1,100 works of McMahan’s minia-
tures: tiny replicas of the world’s greatest works of art. The Clemson Architecture Center
in Charleston was commissioned by the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art to design
and build an exhibition suitable for the Florida artist’s unique body of work. The result-
ing showcase was a Piccolo Spoleto Invitational Exhibition and was on display in May
and June 2008 in the Rotunda of the Addlestone Library at the College of Charleston.
“The significance of this project lies “The project is important secondly as
first in the quality of its design and its a model for design-build, service-learning
effectiveness at deliver- studies,” Miller said. “It
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ing the project mandate: illustrates the opportunity
presenting the oeuvre of offered by emerging digi-
Richard McMahan with tal technologies, not as an
dignity, insight and both exploration of technology
seriousness as well as in its own right, but as a
humor,” said Miller. tool for dramatically
“While the project tran- expanding the scope and
scended logic, every quality of student-initiated
aspect of it was anchored work. It also suggests that
in logical responses to student projects can be not
McMahan’s work, the site only educational, they can
and the curator’s brief. Professor Robert Miller make a difference.”
Each year the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture honors architectur-
al educators who inspire and challenge students, contribute to the profession's knowl-
edge base and extend their work beyond the borders of academia into practice and the
public sector.
Miller has taught at Clemson since 1990 and has been director of the Clemson
Architecture Center in Charleston since 2000.
The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture was founded in 1912 to
advance the quality of architectural education. Membership in the organization has
grown to more than 250 architecture schools throughout the United States and Canada.
Through these schools, more than 5,000 architecture faculty members are represented.
To view a time-lapse video of the Clemson students installing the exhibition
and learn more about McMahan’s art, visit www.halsey.cofc.edu/min
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The Heart of
Blago
When Franklin Roosevelt was pounding
on the evils of business at the height of the
New Deal, the great economist John
Maynard Keynes tried to pull him back:
"It is a mistake to think businessmen are
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more immoral than politicians."
At a time when the titans of American
finance have become synonymous in the
public mind with recklessness and greed,
here comes Illinois Gov. Rod (F***ing)
Blagojevich to confirm Keynes' long-ago
wisdom. Blagojevich's greed wasn't just
open and ham-fisted, it was remarkably
petty -- one scheme he discussed was sell-
ing Obama's Senate seat for a mere
$150,000 annual salary for his wife on a
corporate board. If that's all Blagojevich
could get for a coveted Senate seat, he
wasn't even very good at corruption.
That he was from Chicago was key. The
city has never had a reform movement that
has overturned the old-school, ethnic-
based machine politics. It used to be said
that Chicago was the only East European
city governed by Irishmen. Its politics
became more open by cutting new groups
into the loot. Blagojevich's conversations
were probably most spectacular for having
been caught on tape, not for their F-bomb-
laden, grossly self-interested nature.
All of this would represent a threat to
Obama only if his team were caught up in
deal-making with Blagojevich. Obama
denies it, and Blagojevich cursed Obama
for offering nothing but "appreciation" in
return for offering to appoint his favored
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candidate, Obama's long-term aide Valerie
Jarrett. But the scandal is a reminder of the
dirty Chicago political ether through
which Obama rose without a trace –-
never challenging the corruption – in the
course of a career nationally devoted to
reforming politics.
One of the most intriguing questions about
Obama in the mess is, "What made him
think Valerie Jarrett was qualified to be
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clearly wanted to reward a friend. Hey,
that's how politics works.
It'll be interesting how the natural transac-
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the Blagojevich case from rank criminali-
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raise $500,000 for Blagojevich in
exchange for the Senate appointment, or
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trading?
If Blagojevich's instinct for enrichment
rose to criminality, it's hardly unusual.
Even the most impeccably liberal
scourges of greed manage to get rich
quickly after public life. In a two-and-a-
half-year period between working in
Clinton's White House and running for
Congress, Barack Obama's new chief of
staff, Rahm Emanuel, made $16.2 million
in investment banking at the small firm of
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denounce. To paraphrase the late Soviet
dissident Alexander Solzhenitsyn, the line
between good and evil doesn't run
between the public and private sector but
"through the heart of every man."
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Ongoing
Ear Infection
Frustrates
Dog Owner
DEAR PAW'S CORNER: My little dog "Sandy," a 3-year-
old Shih Tzu, has had an ongoing ear infection for the past
four months. The vet said it was a yeast infection and gave me
some drops for it. It cleared quickly, but within two weeks it
was back again. This time the vet suggested I change his dog
food, along with giving him the drops again, so now he is on a
grain-free dog food. It cleared up for a while, but it is back
again. Any suggestions on what to do now?
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DEAR DONNA: Keep trying! Continue working with your
vet to find a solution to Sandy's recurring ear infections. It may
take a combination of treatments to stop them from happening,
including a change in diet (such as the prescribed grain-free diet),
drops or oral medication.
Signs of an ear infection in a dog typically include head shak-
ing, yellow or brown "gunk" in the ears, a yeast-like smell, red-
ness and swelling. Causes include debris or water in the ears,
allergies, or unexplained factors.
Shih Tzus are prone to ear infections because of the shape of
their ears, and because of the long hair growing over the ears --
fluids don't drain from their ears as easily. Owners must clear the
hair from their dogs' ears frequently and must be sure to dry their
dogs' ears after swimming or bathing.
Dogs like Sandy who have repeat infections may benefit from
having the hair clipped away from around their ears (let the vet-
erinarian do this). Sandy may be given a long-term course of
treatment, too - usually oral medication. In severe cases, vets may
recommend surgery to reconstruct the ear canal to improve
drainage, but this should be considered only when other avenues
have been exhausted.
What about tomatoes?
Q. In your Dec. 8 column, you listed foods that were not
good for dogs, among them avocados and tomatoes. My
Chihuahua loves avocados, tomatoes, broccoli and many
other veggies (without salt, of course). Please tell me why avo-
cados and tomatoes are not good for them.
- Diana, via e-mail
Q. I recently read your article on foods for dogs to avoid,
and was curious about the tomatoes. I raise miniature pin-
schers, and one day as I was cutting up tomatoes I gave them
some. I had two tomato vines out in my backyard and for the
rest of the summer I did not get any more of them, as the dogs
ate them as soon as they would start to ripen. It never hurt
them at all. I have heard of chocolate but never tomatoes.
- MaryAnn W., via e-mail
A. In dogs, tomato plants (leaves and stems) can cause
tremors and heart arrhythmia (an irregular, rapid or "fluttering"
pulse); the fruit itself is not listed as toxic by the Humane Society
of the United States, but I would keep dogs out of the tomato
patch at all times and feed them very limited amounts of the fruit.
Avocados can cause breathing difficulties and fluid accumula-
tion in the chest, abdomen and heart. All parts of the avocado -
the fruit, the pit and the plant - are toxic. This fruit is also toxic to
cats, birds, mice, rabbits, goats, horses and cattle.
A more complete list of toxic foods is available at the Humane
Society Web site at http://www.hsus.org.
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Moving ! Are You Prepared ? Ripley’s To Host Exhibit

of Fertility Statues in February
A LT E R N AT I V E S C O N T E N T S
COMMENTARY:
B R I E F S A LO N G T H E C OA S T
Annual HTC

Q: Can
The Heart of Blago by Rich Lowry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

I leave items in my chest of drawers,
By Frank Wolff
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Myrtle Beach will host the
fifth stop of a three year, multi-city international tour of the world famous
Employee Drive
Letters To The Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 & 5
What Happens When Cops Disregard the Law? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Notes from the Waccamaw Riverkeepers- by Christina Ellis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Helps Many
Is Anti-trust Creeping into Horry County Government? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
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A: This will vary from Company to Company.

dresser, or night stands?
Some of the larger firms will require that the contents be
boxed for accountability reasons. Local moves may be a
different issue. By leaving the "Clothing" articles in the
drawers this will save you some time in packing and
unpacking. It will also save space/volume inside the truck.
Don't load the drawers with heavy linens or leave pictures
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By Nicole Hyman
Ripley’s Fertility Statues! They will premier in Myrtle Beach on February
Whimsical Tools at B&CMuseum - Kathryn Martin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11 The 7th Annual Employee
6, following stops at the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditoriums in New
Canned Food and Toy Drive host-
York’s Times Square, Grand Prairie, Texas, Williamsburg, Virginia. and
Dosher Hospital Nursing Center Awarded 5-Star Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ed by HTC, November 6-
Orlando, Florida. Myrtle Beach Area Chamber Announces Promotions by Nancy Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 December 12, helped many indi-
“Please Don’t Touch – Unless You Want a Baby!”
“To Your Good Health” - By Dr. Paul G. Donohue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 viduals and families in need this
Thousands of people have seen the statues over the past several years. Now Here’s A Tip - By JoAnn Derson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 holiday season. HTC employees
Some are very serious about touching the statues, believing in their powers SCDOT Launches Environmental Stewardship Website by Robert Kudelka . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Social Security Announces Compassionate Allowances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
raised over $5,700 and collected
thousands of canned foods and
to help them conceive. Others want to avoid touching the statues – for the
Glenn’s Ten: “2009 Begins! Time for a Jazz Cruise!” - By Glenn Arnette, III . . . . . . . . .16
very same reason. other nonperishable food items
EARTH TALK: “Letters”- From E/Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
More than 2,000 women have reported they became pregnant shortly Strange But True / Celebrity Extra / Salome’s Stars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
which were divided and donated
to the Shepherd’s Table and
after touching the wooden statues. Many of them had been told by doctors Literary Page:Cat Morning and Dog DayAfternoon by Mona Prufer/Best Seller Lists . . .19
Honoring the Dream and the Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Community Kitchen. In addition,
they would never be able to conceive! Since the women’s stories became

and frames in them. Any spillable, breakable or small and
lose items should be boxed separately. The movers may
have to turn the furniture upside down when moving or
loading. Loose items in the Night Stands should be boxed
separately or placed in bags and then put back in the drawers.
At least you will know what was in each drawer.
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Chamber Announces Upcoming Festival Dates - by Nancy Gray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 14 families and 68 children
public in 1994, millions have visited the statues. received presents on Christmas
Yellowstone Earthquake on the Way? from www.SixWise.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
From February 6 through March 1, the statues will be on display in the Day from HTC employees
COMMENTARY: Detroit Big 3: Failure to Adapt - by Tom Swank . . . . . .22
lobby of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Myrtle Beach, 901 through the Salvation Army Angel HTC employees help the Salvation Army staff members load the truck
North Ocean Boulevard. Would-be parents are invited to come in and touch Night Life & Entertainment: Tree program. And, an outstand- with all of the presents for the Angel Tree Program.
them for free during regular business hours, Sunday through Thursday 10 Nashville’s Rickey Godfrey to Perform in Carolinas - By Dariel Bendin / Couch Theatre/
ing 32 bikes were provided to area
a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Money Man Rocks HOB on Feb. 6 by Brian Howle/ Abbey Road Live! by Mona Prufer/
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children.
“This is a blessing, and the
is grateful for the generosity and
thank our friends at HTC for the
employees put forth so much
effort through this food and toy
The five-foot tall wooden statues were acquired from the Ivory Coast
Top 10: Music-Videos-DVDs-Movies /Concert Calendar / Tami’s Tune News- by Tami Lord is so good. Between the gifts, love and most of all compas- drive in the hopes that the less for-
(Cote-d’Ivoire) of West Africa in 1993, and were placed in the lobby of Ashley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 - 27
money and the food, I’m simply sion shown for your fellowman,” tunate in our community will have
Ripley Entertainment’s corporate headquarters in Orlando. Within months, Coast Feature: overwhelmed at the kindness and said Dee Shearin, Executive one less worry over the holiday
13 women, including staffers and office visitors were pregnant. Celebrate the Lowcountry Lifestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 compassion of HTC employees. Director for the Shepherd’s Table season,” said Glenda Page, HTC
Following a December 1995 story in the Wall Street Journal chronicling Along the Geek Strand by George Mihal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 It’s just so great when people in that serves an average of 80 peo- Chief Executive-Human
the phenomenon, the demand to touch them became international news. Conway Chamber to host Workshop, Small Business Expo by Bridgette Johnson . . .30 the community and organizations ple every evening in Conway. Resources.
Greg Norman’s Italian Christmas Party - by Marilyn Newsome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 like HTC support local charities “The annual canned food and
Tired? Eight Medical Issues to be Aware of - From www.SixWise.com . . . . . . . . . . .32 because without donations like toy drive is our way of sharing a
Tips for Better Health - by Curry Hagerty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 these, we would not be able to portion of the good fortune we've For additional information
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1,000’s of Satisfied Customers

CALENDAR OF EVENTS ........................................................36 Everyone at the Shepherd’s Table nate in our community. HTC visit www.htcinc.net.
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Service where they have been seen by hundreds each month who made a special Around the fee.
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Renowned baritone Tom Fox
pilgrimage to see and touch the statues. The Grand Strand Humane
Available “For years now, we have been inundated with requests to make these Pictures at an Exhibition, Humane Society To
Society takes in animals brought in

In Most Cases!
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Hold Yard Sale
statues available once again at our odditoriums throughout the world,” Mussorgsky’s famous masterpiece,
said Edward Meyer, VP Archives & Exhibits for Ripley Entertainment. serves as the focal point for a pro- Animal Control as well as those
gram of music inspired by visual brought into the shelter by mem-
“Amazingly, people are still finding out about them and call us wanting By Cara Gibbs bers of the community. The Society
803 Main Street an opportunity to come in and touch them. Due to this demand, we have imagery, including Handel’s Music
for the Royal Fireworks Overture, The Grand Strand Humane is committed to providing excellent
Myrtle Beach, SC
decided to tour them again.” The very whimsical Tools In Motion exhibit runs at the B&C
guest service to its visitors as well
Art Museum Jan. 15 - March 28. Shown: Ron English, Debussy’s ethereal Nocturnes, and Society is having a yard sale
After Myrtle Beach, the statues will spend a month at the Ripley’s songs from Mahler’s Des Knaben fundraiser on Saturday, January 24 as the best care possible for the ani-
DOT 527161 • SC PSC 9129 The Reconstruction, 1992, oil on canvas
Believe It or Not! Odditorium in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Wunderhorn and Ruckert Lieder, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. mals in the community.
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My name is Charles
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Miller. I have been married
1. TELEVISION: In "Murphy Brown," what was the name of the TV
for 25 years to a woman, show that included the title character, played by Candice Bergen?
who is an alcoholic. We 2. GAMES: What color is the cue ball in the game of pool?
3. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the source of the drug digitalis?
owned our own business and 4. THEATER: The Tony Awards were named after which
had a son together. director/actress?
5. LANGUAGE: What is the British term for "baloney" or nonsense?
6. COMPUTERS: What does the acronym FORTRAN stand for?
I started to notice that she 7. OLYMPICS: In what event would the "Fosbury flop" be used?
8. ANATOMY: What is the result of the condition called dysphasia?
was not doing her part of the 9. GEOGRAPHY: The term "pyroclastic flow" would follow what kind
work at the office and was of natural geographical occurrence?
10. FOOD & DRINK: What would a serving dish called a tureen be
not giving our son the love used for?
and affection he needs right
now. Several months had 9. Volcanic eruption 10. Soup or stew
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past, I moved out in hopes 5. Codswallop 6. Computer programming language that stands for FORmula TRANslation
1. "FYI" 2. White 3. The foxglove flower 4. Antoinette Perry
that she would be aware of Answers
how serious things were
deteriorating. She did end up
going to a therapist in the
community who helped her
stop drinking. I tried to
reestablish our relationship;
however, she did not wish to
reconcile.

I could not handle the situ-

ation; therefore, I called
Coastal Samaritan
Counseling Center for guid-
ance. The staff helped me
understand that I cannot
change a person. I need to
prepare myself to go on with-
out her and just be available
for our son. My friends and
church have been my support
system from the beginning
and continue to help me SUDOKU SOLUTION
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through this difficult time.

I broke away from our

business to open my own
with the help of our assistant
at the old office. My name is
Charles Miller and I live
united by guaranteeing my
relationship with my son and
community is strong and
healthy through the work of
this United Way Community
Partner.

(Names, ages and scenario

have been changed for privacy SOLUTION ON PAGE 34
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