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Minnie (Murphy) Mitchell Ferguson was born in 1917 and reared in Graniteville. She lived on Hester Street behind Leavelle McCampbell School. Minnie started first grade in 1923, the year after Leavelle McCampbell opened. Since her residence was facing the back gate of the school, she obtained written permission from Professor H.M. Byrd to enter the back gate which was the boys side. The boys and girls were separated and not allowed to mix. After eleven years, she graduated June 4, 1934 with a senior class of twenty-one. She worked at Beauforts Store on Canal Street candling eggs, weighing grits, rice and a variety of goods. She also worked at the Warrenville Cloth Room. In 1940, Minnie was the first female to be employed in the newly formed Maintenance Department of Graniteville Company which included Granite, Hickman, Vaucluse and Warren of South Carolina and Sibley and Enterprise Mills of Georgia. She started as secretary to Mr. G. H. VanderVoort. After several months as secretary, she helped organize a much needed office space to serve the different mills. She designed a work order card to bill each of the mills for work done in the different departments carding, spinning, spooling, slashing and weaving. These work orders were typed and sent to the mills every week. When she started there was only one restroom in the office which was the mens. To use the facilities she would cross the street to the corduroy department. If there was bad weather, Mr. VanderVoort would have an employee guard the mens door for her. A ladies restroom was added later.
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Mr. Sam Swint, Graniteville Company president, helped her secure a Notary Public commission which she holds to this day. During the 50s, Minnie was chosen to head up the American Cancer Society for the Graniteville area. She would visit the cancer patients and deliver supplies which were stored in a vacant home provided by Graniteville Company. When Mr. G.H. VanderVoort retired in the 60s, Jerry Johnson became Maintenance Superintendent. continued to page 5
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of Commerce has helpful information for small business owners and employees. To learn more, go to http://sccommerce. com/sc-business-network. Save for College - Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan: South Carolinas 529 College Savings Plan Future Scholar offers special tax benefits for South Carolina residents including: Taxdeductible contributions from your state income tax return; Tax-deferred growth potential year after year; Tax-free withdrawals provided that funds are used for qualified higher education expenses. To learn more or to enroll, go to www.FutureScholar.com/ parents Aiken County School District Newsletter: The Aiken County School District has implemented an email newsletter with local school news. To sign up, go here: http:// acps.schoolfusion.us/modules/ newsletter/newsletter.phtml. Other Topics of Interest GED Classes at Christ Central: If you know of someone who needs to earn their GED, Christ Central in Aiken offers classes to earn a GED. For more information, call (803) 564-5902, ext. 0. Speaking with Groups Around the District: Several local groups have invited me to attend one of their meetings to provide a legislative update. If you have a group that would like for me to come to a meeting, please let me know. Report Waste, Fraud and Abuse in State Government: To report waste, fraud and abuse in state government, you can call: 1-855-SC-FRAUD. continued to page 5
State Ethics Act occurred in 1991 in the wake of Operation Lost Trust. This will be one of the top issues when the General Assembly returns in January. I am working with others on ways to improve our current ethics laws. South Carolina Lottery: Recently, the SC Lottery Commission posted an updated historical analysis of the appropriated lottery revenue. For fiscal year 2012, $233.8 Million went to higher education and $34.5 Million went to K-12 education. To see the full detailed list of appropriations back to 2002, go to http://www. budget.sc.gov/webfiles/OSB/ historical/Appropriation_ information_080112.pdf Planning for the 2013 Legislative Session: The 2013 legislative session begins on the second Tuesday in January. If elected to the State Senate, I appreciate input from constituents on the critical issues facing our state and area including tax reform; spending reform; K-12 education; the costs of higher education; health care; economic development; job growth; and the underfunded liabilities in our states health insurance program for state retirees. Your input is welcome on any issue important to you. Please email me at TomYoung@ schouse.gov or contact me by phone or in person at your convenience. Congratulations to USC Aiken!: Last week, USCA learned that it is again number one among public regional colleges in the South as ranked by US News and World Report. This is the 9th time and 5th year in a row for this accomplishment. Small Business Help SC Dept. of Commerce: The South Carolina Department
The Midland Valley Monthly is a free publication provided by the Aiken Standard newspaper. DISTRIBUTION: Around 3800 copies of this section will be distributed each month on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. The section will publish inside the Aiken Standard to subscribers in Midland Valley zip codes of 29816 Bath, 29822 Clearwater, 29828 Gloverville, 29829 Graniteville, 29834 Langley, and 29851 Warrenville. Plus copies will also be distributed at strategic rack locations in these areas as well. MAILING ADDRESS: Midland Valley Monthly, c/o Julie Lott, P.O. Box 456, Aiken, SC 29802. SUBMISSION OF ARTICLES OR PICTURES: jlott@aikenstandard.com or the above mailing address. UPCOMING DEADLINE: November 2, 2012. NEXT PUBLICATION: November 14, 2012.
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Midland Valley Area Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 10th at Bobbys Bar-B-Q. The meeting will start at Noon. The speaker will be Jeff Howell with the Public Education Partners. October 13, 2012 - 2012 Walk to End Alzheimers at Odell Weeks. Registration at 8:30 a.m. and the walk starts at 9:00 a.m. Aiken Standard and Prestige Appliance is having an Inaugural Home Show on Friday, October 12th from Noon to 7:00pm and Saturday, October 13th from 10:00am to 5:00pm. The 2 day event will be held at the USCA Convocation Center. Tickets are $5.00 and remain valid both days of the event. Children 12 and under do not need a ticket.
31st Ridge Spring Harvest Festival Oct. 25-27, 2012 Come and enjoy big festival activities at a family friendly pace. The Harvest Festival located on the Town Square will have rides, games, fresh produce, cake and pie contest, live entertainment, bingo, arts and crafts, fireworks show, car show and parade. For more information, visit www. ridgespringsc.com. The GVW Parade will be Saturday, December 1st at 3:00pm. The parade will start at Leavelle McCampbell Middle School and end at Highway 421. The Langley-BathClearwater Historical Society will meet on the first Thursday each month at 7 p.m. at the Midland Valley Lions Club (No. 1 Lions Trail, Bath).
Photo by Julie Lott The Midland Valley Public Library is located at 9 Hillside Road, Langley. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 1-6; Tuesday 2-6; and closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. If you would like to reach them call 593-7379.
ENGAGEMENT
The Rev. and Mrs. Barry T. Antley of Graniteville announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Anne Antley of Graniteville, to Wilford Tracy Storey of Graniteville, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Forest S. Storey of Graniteville. The wedding is planned and with a score of 56, third for Oct. 13, 2012, at St. place went to Ken Plotts, James Lutheran Church in Phil Skinner, Laddie Smith, Graniteville. Ken Rouse, Steve Crook The bride-elect is a 1998 and celebrity Jeff Lane, an undrafted free agent who played graduate of Midland Valley High School. She is a graduate with the Seattle Mariners. This years plunger award for of Clemson University with a degree in accounting. She is the worst finish was presented employed by the Aiken County to the team of Ken Fabrizio, Assessors Office. Sammy Hallmark, Tony The bridegroom-elect is Davis, Scott Lowry, Ralph employed by Morgan Thermal Thomas and celebrity Ed Ceramics. Bradley of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Apparently the 1974 SuperBowl ring he was wearing BIRTHS did not provide much luck. Their score was a 66. Keith and Yvonne Rushton of The 15th Annual Midland Warrenville announce the birth Valley Area Chamber of of their son, Micah Miller Commerce Celebrity Golf Rushton, born May 9, 2012, at Tournament has been set for Trinity Hospital. Friday, September 13, 2013.
Grandparents are Kenny and Patricia Arthur of Graniteville and Clifford and Beverly Rushton of Graniteville. Micah has a brother, Isaac, 2. He weighed 8 pounds 15 ounces and was 21 inches long. Stephen and Stephanie Harrison of Warrenville announce the birth of their son, Logan Bradley Harrison, on Aug. 9, 2012, at Trinity Hospital. Grandparents are Kenny and Patricia Arthur of Graniteville, James and Ellen Wimberley and Dale Harrison, all of Dearing, Ga. Logans siblings are Cohen, 4, and Blake, 2. He weighed 8 pounds 15 ounces and was 21 inches long. Tabetha Kay and Ryan Michael Sullivan of Aiken announce the birth of their son, Benjamin OConnor Sullivan, born Aug. 31, 2012, at University Hospital in Augusta, Ga. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Lewis Adamson III of Aiken, SC. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sullivan of Warrenville, SC.
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Minnie kept working in the newly formed office helping to organize and update features needed to expand Maintenance. Over the years, Maintenance grew to include the Machine (the machine shop employees were volunteer firemen), Carpenter, Paint, Roller, Metal and Electrical Shops, and the Garage (fire department). Later, Jerry was promoted to the Main Office at which time Mr. George Pardue became Superintendent. Minnie was appointed Office Manager and continued until she retired in 1982. At 95 years of age with three retired children, five grandchildren, eight great Submitted photo grandchildren and two greatLeavelle McCampbells graduating class of 1934. Pictured left to right (front row): Jennie Whitehead, Ernestine Medlock, great granddaughters, she enjoys Minnie Murphy, Catherine Quinby, Burnelle Randall, Laureen Rearden, Ida Faulkner, Nelle Crout, Annie Croft, Violet Sorgee recalling her working career (back row) Nellie Thomas, Lonnie Cushing, Leonard Berry, Jack Yaun, Cummins Sloan, Marshal Glover, Gradon Snelling, and days gone by. Henry Woodhead, E.C. Thomas and Margaret Dodgen.
continued from page 2 Facebook: I have a Facebook page for Representative Tom Young. Please like the page to receive updates during the week from me on Facebook. Tom Youngs Website: My website can be reached at www.tomyoungforsenate.com. There are links to a variety of constituent services; the status of sponsored bills; and roll call votes. Please add my web site as a bookmark on your computer. State House Tours: Tours are available for the S.C. State House by calling (803) 734-2430. Weekly Legislative Updates by Email: I am sending a weekly legislative update by email. If you would like to receive it, please send your email address to me at TomYoung@ schouse.gov. Road Issues: If you see a road problem, call the SCDOT at 641-7665 or Aiken County at 642-1532 to report the problem. If you do not get a prompt response, please let me know at TomYoung@schouse.gov or call me. Generally, most paved roads in the County are maintained by SCDOT and are identified on the road sign poles by a small black and white sign listing the road number, such as S-2-1669. Most unpaved roads in the County are maintained by the County. Please know that I can be reached by telephone (649-0000 or 215-3631); email (TomYoung@ schouse.gov); regular mail (P.O. Box 651, Aiken, SC 29802); or just pull me aside when you see me. Thank you for the privilege and the opportunity to represent you.
MOTIVATING THOUGHT
The ultimate measure of a person is not where they stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but where they stand in times of challenge and controversy.
Martin Luther King, Jr.
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best to be missionaries. Now we have so evolved and become so educated and sophisticated that we know thats no way to handle Gods sacred business. We know that a search committee must be organized, but even before that a planning committee has to be developed. Once the plan is developed and voted on by the committee then it has to be presented to the church. With plans in hand the search committee begins its work. We carefully instruct them not to take any of our Sunday School teachers, childrens workers, committee workers or regular attendees/tithers. The search committee needs to look for a couple of people that are qualified but not attending to well lately. (Maybe that will make them become more involved.) I found it interesting that while the early church was serving and fasting the Holy Spirit spoke to them. They were not fellowshipping and serving they were fasting and serving. And then when the Holy Spirit
We will make sure that your word of encouragement reaches them. You may ask what is their purpose in this? Read Act 13:49 The word of the Lord spread everywhere in that region. It is our prayer that the Gospel be spread in this region! To request prayer, contact us, or to support this ministry we may be contacted at: Dr. Lynn Kirkland Evangelist/Revivalist Impact Ministries International, Inc. COWBOY CHURCH P.O. Box 5431, Aiken, SC 29804 Office Phone: 803-400-3609 http://www.ImpactMinistriesInt.org Sign up to receive our monthly E-News: www.tinyurl.com/4enews
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RELIGIOUS BRIEFS
Revival at First Baptist Church of Gloverville will be October 1417. Sunday 10:30 AM and 6:30 PM and Monday through Wednesday at 7 PM nightly. Dr. Alan Stewart will be preaching and Ron Gibbs will lead the worship in song. Everyone is invited. Call the church office at 593-2452 if you need additional information. Divine Deliverance Worship Center will hold a 9th Pastoral Appreciation service for Pastor Jonas Walker at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at the center, 213 Eula Helen St., Gloverville. The Rev. Anderson Robinson of Enoree Baptist Church will speak. New Life Outreach Ministries will hold a Praising God Testimony and Healing Service at 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at 616 Edgefield Road, Suite 100, Belvedere. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Linda Booker. For information call (803) 278-5043 or 645-6621. Jason Crabb will perform in concert at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 14 at Christian Heritage Church in Graniteville. Graniteville First Baptist Church will hold its fall revival at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, with the Revs. Ken Klinger and Jim Diehl; 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15 with the Rev. William Harrell; and 6:30 p.m. Oct. 16 with the Rev. Paul Noe. Rocksville Baptist Church in Gloverville will hold its Fall Revival at 7 p.m. nightly Oct. 1618. The Rev. William H. Booker is pastor. New Life Outreach Ministries will hold a Love Night Service with Bro. Joe Johnson and True Believers at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at 616 Edgefield Road, Suite 100, Belvedere. For information call (803) 278-5043 or 645-6621. Special Reformation Sunday Service on October 28th at Saint James Lutheran Church. For more information call 663-6809. Saint James Lutheran Church offers Getting the Most out of Sunday Mornings which begins with an informal presentation and discussion of the Gospel Reading for that Sunday. This adult Sunday School class will meet in the Chapel. Our goal is to Read, Reflect and Discuss Sundays Gospel Reading. A great way to prepare for the Pastors Sermon! Join us and take Sunday mornings to the next level! The Gospel of Luke will be read each Sunday beginning the First Sunday of Advent. You are invited to attend a program on The Gospel of Luke on Saturday, November 3, from 9:00 -1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church in Gloverville. Sr. Mary Hugh Mauldin, from Charlotte, NC, will present and provide an overview of the Gospel along with resources for study of the Gospel. No charge. All welcome. The St. John Food Bank will be open on the third and fourth Saturday of the month from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at St. John Baptist Church, 286 Huber Clay Road, Langley. For more information, call 593-4186. Young Storm Branch Baptist Church, Langley, provides a clothes closet for anyone in need. For more information, call Dorothy Young at (706) 399-8117. The Clothes Closet at St. Pauls Episcopal Church, 117 Hard St., Graniteville, is open from 10 a.m. to noon every Saturday. Clothes are free. For more information, call Ann Mayer at 663-7440.
Submitted photo Walter Busbee of Gloverville stands with his 10 to 13 feet tomato plants.
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MILITARY Civilian Samantha L. Neely, a 2012 graduate of Midland Valley High School in Graniteville recently enlisted in the United States Navy under the delayed entry program at Navy recruiting district, Raleigh, N.C. The program allows recruits to enter the Navy and take up to one year to complete prior commitments such as high school. Using recruiters as mentors, this program helps recruits ease into the transition from civilian to military life. Neely will report for active duty to undergo basic training at the Navys Recruit Training Center, Great Lakes, Ill. Civilian Kara L. Norris, daughter of Marla C. and Aaron G. Norris of North Augusta, recently enlisted in the United States Navy under the Delayed Entry Program at Navy Recruiting District, Raleigh, N.C. The program allows recruits to enter the Navy and take up to one year to complete prior commitments such as high school. Using recruiters as mentors, this program helps recruits ease into the transition from civilian to military life. Norris will report for active duty to undergo basic training at the Navys Recruit Training Center, Great Lakes, Ill. Norris is a 2009 graduate of Midland Valley High School of Graniteville.
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their service, is a great way to celebrate the holiday and lift a veterans spirits at the same time. Recruit friends and family members to visit hospitalized veterans as well. Pay for a veterans night out on the town. Like many people, veterans appreciate an escape from the daily grind. Men and women who want to show their appreciation to veterans can treat a veteran to a night out on the town. Have extra tickets to a ballgame or play? Donate them to a local VFW. Or if you see a veteran out on the town, offer to pay for his meal. Thank businesses who support veterans. Many businesses show their gratitude to veterans by offering them free services on Veterans Day. When a local business shows its appreciation to veterans, patronize that business and let them know you appreciate their efforts to help.
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Unlimited Exercise Classes for a fee of $10/month for passholders and $15/month for non-passholders. These exercise classes include instruction in Zumba (Wed.) from 5:45-6:30 p.m., Zumba (Tues. and Thurs.) from 6-7:00 p.m., Cardio and Weight Classes (Mon. & Wed.) from 4:305:30 p.m., and Lite-Side Exercise (Mon. and Wed.) from 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Line Dance Classes are held each Monday evening from 7:308:45 p.m. with Cassie Barnhill as the instructor. Classes cost $5.00
per class you pay when you dance! The latest and the oldies music including songs in Rock & Roll, Country and Beach. Karate Classes each Tuesday from 6:30-8:00 p.m. with Brian Randall as the instructor. Cost of instruction is $15.00 per month. Jumpin Gymnastics meets on Mondays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. instructor Rhonda Whitley will teach basic gymnastic routines for ages 4 yrs. And up. The cost is $10.00 to register and $30.00 per month.
There are NINE things different in the picture. Can you locate the differences?
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at risk for breast cancer. This includes women who had their first menstrual cycle prior to age 12 and women who still were experiencing menopause after age 55. Anyone undergoing hormone-replacement therapy or participating in estrogenraising therapies also has a higher risk of developing breast cancer. While many of these factors are out of your control, there are other risk factors that you can control. Alcohol consumption: Avoiding or limiting alcohol consumption can lower your risk for breast cancer. Drinking alcohol has been traced to higher estrogen levels in the body. Obesity: Being overweight can also increase risk of developing breast cancer. Inactivity: Failure to exercise can increase your risk. Thats because regular exercise and a healthy diet contribute to the bodys defense system, ensuring it is more capable of fending off disease. Tobacco products: Use of cigarettes, cigars or chewing tobacco increases your risk for many different cancers. Infrequent doctor visits: Routine physical check-ups by a general doctor or one who specializes in womens health can make the difference between an early breast cancer diagnosis, for which treatment is highly successful, or late-stage diagnosis, which is not as easily treated. Those who do not go for screenings put themselves at an elevated risk. Breast cancer cannot be prevented, but there are many methods to reducing risk factors associated with the disease.
condition called gynecomastia, which is a noncancerous breast tissue growth that may be mistaken for cancer. If any symptoms are present, they should be brought to the attention of a doctor for further investigation. If it is breast cancer, treatment methods are largely the same among men and women. A combination of chemotherapy, radiation and surgery may be recommended depending on the stage and positioning of the cancerous tumors. Although it is rare, breast cancer does occur in men. Therefore, guys should be aware of their bodies and the breast area and be on the lookout for any changes that could lead to problems.
Q: I have a family history of breast cancer. Does that mean Ill develop breast cancer, too? A: Just because other family members have had breast cancer doesnt mean that their disease was inherited. In the U.S., only about 5 to 10 percent of all breast cancers occur because of inherited mutations.*
*American Cancer Society, Cancer Facts & Figures 2012
Survivor Stories
Breast cancer is a disease that affects thousands of people each year. According to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 226,870 new cases of invasive breast cancer in women will be diagnosed this year (including new cases of primary breast cancer among survivors but not the recurrence of original breast cancer among survivors). There also will be 63,300 new cases of in situ breast cancer (including ductal carcinoma in situ, or DCIS, and lobular carcinoma in situ, or LCIS). It is estimated that there will be 39,510 breast cancer deaths in 2012. Although breast cancer is rare among men, there are still cases that occur each year. It is estimated that there will be 2,190 new cases of breast cancer cases in men, and there could be 410 breast cancer deaths.
Early detection of breast cancer can improve survival rates and lessen the severity of treatment options. Routine mammograms are essential to catching signs of breast cancer early on but so can home-based breast exams. Over the years there has been some debate over the effectiveness of breast self-exams, or BSEs, is effective. Different breast cancer organizations have different views on the subject. Some studies have indicated that a BSE is not effective in reducing breast cancer mortality rates. Some argue that these exams also may put women at risk -increasing the number of potential lumps found due to uncertainty as to what is being felt in the breast. This can lead to unnecessary biopsies. Others feel that a BSE is a good practice, considering that roughly 20 percent of breast cancers are found by physical examination rather than by mammography, according to BreastCancer.org. The American Cancer Society takes the position that a BSE is an optional screening tool for breast cancer. For those who are interested in conducting selfexams, here is the proper way to do so. Begin with a visual inspection of the breasts. Remove clothing and stand in front of a mirror. Turn and pivot so the breasts can be seen at all angles. Make a note of your breasts appearance. Pay special attention to any dimpling, puckering or oddness in the appearance of the skin. Check to see if there is any change in symmetry or size of the breasts. Continue the examination with hands placed by the hips and then again with your hands elevated overhead with your palms pressed together. Next you will move on to a physical examination. This can be done either by reclining on a bed or the floor or any flat surface. The exam also can be done in the shower. To begin examining the breasts, place the hand and arm for the breast you will be examining behind your head. Use the pads of your pointer, middle and ring fingers to push and massage at the
breast in a clockwise motion. Begin at the outer portion of the breast, slowly working inward in a circular motion until you are at the nipple. Be sure to also check the tissue under the breast and by the armpit. Do the same process on the opposite breast. Note if there are any differences from one breast to the other. If you find any abnormalities, mark them down on an illustration that you can bring to the doctor. Or if you can get an appointment immediately, draw a ring around the area with a pen so that you will be able to show the doctor directly where you have concern. It is a good idea to conduct a BSE once a month and not when menstruating, when breasts may change due to hormone fluctuation. Frequent examinations will better acquaint you with what is normal with your breasts and better help you recognize if something feels abnormal.
Talk to your partner about what he or she needs to get away and recharge. Encourage regular exercise, outings with friends, or any other activities your partner enjoys. Schedule time alone, just the two of you. This can be especially challenging if you have children, but its important. Schedule regular times for you to get away from distractions so you can talk not just about cancer, but about anything you have been thinking or feeling. Accept the fact that you may have different coping styles. Each person responds to a cancer diagnosis differently. You may want to do lots of research, while your partner may prefer to rely solely on the doctors guidance. One of you may be consistently upbeat and optimistic, while the other may need to ask all of the What if? questions. Talk about your differences and tell your partner what works best for you. Figure out what adjustments will be needed in the household, and then ask for help together. While youre going through treatment, there are likely to be times when you cannot help with tasks such as household chores, shopping, errands, and caring for children and pets you may have. You may have to cut back on work time, which could impact household income. Your partner might need outside support to keep the household running smoothly. Work together to figure out what kinds of help you need, and then approach family members, friends, and neighbors for assistance. Get professional help if you need it. A cancer diagnosis can place a great amount of stress on even the strongest relationships. A therapist, counselor, or social worker can help guide you and your partner through difficult conversations if you are having trouble communicating. If youre interested in finding a professional to talk to, ask your doctor for recommendations.
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Byrd Elementary School has chosen its Bucket Fillers of the Military wreath-laying ceremony Month and its Good Citizens for at the Tomb of the Unknown September. Soldier. Bucket Fillers include Fredy The choral program is planning Garcia, Audyn Randall, some fundraisers to supplement Madison Rutherford, Alexis personal fundraising efforts. Rosier, Elizabeth Lopez, However, the cost per student is Kym Simpkins, Taylor $886, and Cox hopes that corporate, Tolen, Kaylee Sharpe, Judy private and individual sponsors Osorio, James Rushton, will support the trip. Jordyn Haaf, Gracie Prine, Those who would like to Trevor Youngblood, Rachel contribute to the trip can contact Cisneros, Eddie Wilson, Lily Carla Aldrete, the Midland Valley Boswell, Terrell Nelson, bookkeeper, at 593-7100, ext. 37. Arianna Douglas, Quincy In just her third year with the Wells, Gibson Willin, Natalie choral classes, Cox now has 95 Rushton, Desiree Brown, students enrolled. She also offers Tyre Green, Macarro a show choir with 18 members this Newsome, Blake Price, Tessa year. Barwick, Candy Cano, Jay The Memorial Day festival at the Hays, Shelby Salter, T.J. Kennedy Center will be directed McLester, Carson Lee, Duffy
by Craig Jessop, dean of Caine College of the Arts at Utah State University. The selections will include God of Our Fathers, Whose Almighty Hand, Deep River, Hymn to the Fallen from the film Saving Private Ryan, The Last Full Measure of Devotion and Who are the Brave.
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Submitted photo Kick-off BBQ for Byrd Elementary Back Pack Program was a success! St. James Lutheran Church in Graniteville on Friday raised $6440 to support the Golden Harvest Food Banks Back Pack Program at Byrd Elementary beginning in the fall of 2012. Many thanks to all who participated and contributed to make this happen. Pictured, from left, are Ruth Vance, Wayne Fulmer, Mike Cutshall and Bob Petrulovich.
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