Issue 3.28 | Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011 | New monthly Civil War section starts today

FUN VISIT: Fun Ship Freddy visits Monday with a young patient at the Medical University of South Carolina's Children's Hospital. Expanding its commitment to the Charleston community, Carnival Cruise Line's year-long partnership with the hospital will include in-kind and monetary donations and fundraisers, including two laptops, four Fun Centers and quarterly shows for the children by a Carnival cruise director, Fun Ship Freddy and other talent. The donated Fun Centers are mobile entertainment units that include a Nintendo Wii console, flat panel television and DVD player. Each Fun Center can be rolled up to the side of patients' beds or throughout the hospital. The Fun Centers will help improve the quality of the child's life in the hospital setting.

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Bear baiting: Allowed only in Palmetto State and Pakistan
By ANDREW PAGE
The Humane Society of the United States
Special to Charleston Currents

FEB. 10, 2011 -- It's been five months since The Humane Society of the United States released a national investigation showing disturbing video of four bear baiting competitions in South Carolina.

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This is the first time that images of these violent spectator events, sometimes called "bear baying" by participants, have been available for the public to see - and they show sustained acts of cruelty that South Carolinians have been appalled to learn about.

State Sen. Joel Lourie, D-Richland, has introduced Senate Bill 201 to rid the state of this undeniable cruelty. Now, the Legislature must show leadership, and stop this cruelty.

This horrifying practice only takes place in South Carolina -- specifically, in Spartanburg, Hickory Grove and Travelers Rest. No other state either permits or conducts this throwback to ancient blood sports. In South Carolina bear baiting competitions, a captive bear is tied to a stake in a fenced area, then dogs, from one to three at a time, are released to attack her. Cornered and terrified, the bear has no way to escape as the howling dogs lunge, jump on her and bite her. As if this weren't awful enough, her captors have removed or filed down her claws and some of her teeth, so she is virtually defenseless.

Dogs are judged on how successfully they can torment and control a bear, and their handlers are awarded trophies and prizes. Almost unbelievably, crowds of spectators watch and encourage the ordeal. We found events occurring just about every weekend, so the captive bear may be subjected to this fear and misery on an ongoing basis. This practice was outlawed in the 1800s and is illegal worldwide, although South Carolina joins Pakistan in allowing this form of staged animal combat.

Who could watch the abject terror of this trapped animal and not want to put an end to this appalling mistreatment? Who could allow it? Well, South Carolina has condoned bear baiting for years, even specifically exempting the practice from the state law outlawing animal fighting.

This exemption puts the Department of Natural Resources in the awkward position of giving permits for bears to be kept captive, knowing full well that many will be exploited in these inhumane events. The DNR has the right to inspect the bears at any time to ensure proper treatment.

Lourie

It's somewhat understandable that an agency with the broad responsibility to conserve all of the state's wildlife and habitat has made few inspections of each bear since permits were granted years ago. However, since the investigation, the DNR has refused to revoke captive bear permits from those participating in bear baiting competitions.

By granting permits and doing nothing else, wildlife managers have callously consigned these bears to endure this kind of misery for all of what could be a 30-year lifespan. This look-the-other-way system is inexcusable for these bears kept in constant stress, and public outrage has flooded policymakers with calls since The Humane Society investigative video was released.

If this legislation is not passed, scheduled bear bays will carry on this spring with the same bear shown in our video abandoned to hundreds more manically barking, biting dogs. For her sake, we ask the lawmakers to do the right thing now.

Andrew Page is senior director of the wildlife abuse campaign at The Humane Society of the United States.

Bakersville's change started with a simple act of beauty
By MARSHA GUERARD, editor

FEB. 10, 2011 - By the early 1990s, the town of Bakersville, N.C., was threatened with extinction.

A tiny town not all that far from the Lowcountry, Bakersville is the Mitchell County seat and sits at the foot of beautiful Roan Mountain. In just a few short months - if this interminable winter will ever end -- Charlestonians will begin making their annual pilgrimage to Western North Carolina to see what Roan Mountain does best -- an annual burst of beauty from the rhododendron that grow wild over 600 acres there.

Rhododendrons on Roan Mountain

But the beautiful show of blossoms each June was not enough to sustain the town as jobs dwindled in tobacco farming and furniture factories began building our sofas and dining room tables offshore. Even Bakersville's high school moved away, consolidated with the school in another town.

That's when a couple whose families had lived in Bakersville for six generations, Lee Roy and Sue Ledford, decided the town needed a shot in the arm. They got the high school band teacher to agree to let his students march in a revival of the town's Christmas parade. They invited others to come, carrying candles as they walked in the parade. About 100 people - one-third of Bakersville's population - took part.

The Ledfords were the catalysts for saving Bakersville, according to a study just released by The Kettering Foundation. And though the process took several years and involved many other Bakersville "catalysts" as well, the town was transformed. That's why the study is called "Extraordinary Results in Ordinary Communities."

Some of the study's conclusions will sound familiar to those who serve as catalysts in the Lowcountry. This report's conclusions call to mind the successes of North Charleston Mayor Keith Summey and his citizens, although theirs is far from a small-town example.

• In each of the towns studied, the first step toward metamorphosis often involved a relatively simple act of beautification. In Bakersville, it was the construction of the town's Creekwalk, a well-lit and attractive way to stroll past and fish from the banks of the rushing Cane Creek.
  
  
• That act of beautification led to a sense of "possibility thinking." Soon, Bakersville's downtown shops sported a new coat of paint, awnings sprang up, and window boxes and half-barrels of blooms sprouted.
  
  
• Next came the effort to save the town's sad 100-year-old courthouse, which sagged with neglect. As the vision for the courthouse grew, so did the possibilities. The county alone couldn't afford to renovate the structure, but it succeeded in partnership with the area's historical foundation, its library, and the local community college. Each partner benefited from the work because they could use some part of the building for classes, meetings or offices. Suddenly, the courthouse not only looked better, it had an air of vitality from all of its uses.

In North Charleston, the steps occurred in a different order. The city's old downtown area on Montague Avenue was spruced up long before its beautiful waterfront park was built, for example. Like Bakersville, the list of people who serve as catalysts in North Charleston has grown quite long. Think of the neighborhood associations who work to keep crime out of their small areas, or the exponential growth of North Charleston's arts community.

But each of the steps took place because someone stepped up to spearhead the effort.

According to the Kettering Foundation, the communities they studied are still at risk, so checking back in a decade or so might truly define whether their results can be called extraordinary. Still, the progress that regular folks made cannot be denied, and it should inspire all of us whether we live in a tiny town or a big city.

"Perhaps the most important and potentially longest lasting forms of reinvestment come with the growth of people … Members of all the organizations have attested to the fact that they, themselves, have grown as individuals and citizens. They attribute their growth to being a part of meaningful tasks and have found power in working together."

Marsha Guerard is editor of Charleston Currents. She can be reached at: editor@charlestoncurrents.com.

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Two local firms to present at regional venture conference
By PETER LUCASH, contributing editor

FEB. 10, 2011 -- Two Charleston based companies, PeopleMatter and GreenWizard will be presenting at the Fifth Southeast Venture Conference (SEVC), March 2-3 in Atlanta.

PeopleMatter created a talent management solution for high-volume, high-churn companies -- restaurants, convenience stores, and so on.

GreenWizard is a technology company offering a Web-based software solution for architects, engineers, and contractors to search, compare, buy and document green building materials from thousands of manufacturers.

Tech After 5
This Tuesday, Feb. 15, at Southend Brewery in Charleston. First beer on the house - come and meet some of the best of tech Charleston. Always an interesting - and changing - mix of people. Ok, the beer's pretty good, too.
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Small Business & Nonprofit Networking Lunch Main Library
Tuesday, Feb. 15, noon - 1:30 p.m.
Learn what it takes to create, publish and promote a basic podcast in this session lead by Michael Carnell of Palmettobug.com and SCPath.org.

Pecha Kucha coming Feb. 24
Speaker list announced =- watch the blog for ticket and location info! They sell out fast! More.

Peter Lucash is a Charleston-based businessman who runs Digital CPE, a training, consulting and information media company that works to improve the business management of organizations. You can read and subscribe to the full edition of the Business Indigo blog here.

Magnolia Plantation to lecture on African American genealogy

Researcher Toni Carrier will give a lecture on African American genealogy at noon Saturday at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.

Carrier

Carrier, founding director of the Lowcountry Africana project, will present "Lowcountry Africana: Free Resources for African American Genealogy" from noon until 1:15 p.m. in Magnolia's Orientation Theater.

Lowcountry Africana is a free Web site sponsored by the Magnolia Plantation Foundation. Based at the University of South Florida Africana Heritage Project, the Web site is dedicated to African American genealogy and history in South Carolina, Georgia and Florida.

For more information, call Magnolia at 843-571-1266.

Former Citadel instructor publishes counter-terrorism thriller

A retired Special Forces officer who spent three years teaching cadets at The Citadel has published his first novel - a fictional tale of a clandestine operator named Pike Logan who must intercept an attack planned not by a terrorist group or organization, but by two men operating independently and in possession of a powerful weapon.

Taylor

Brad Taylor, a retired lieutenant colonel in the Army's Special Forces, will sign copies of "One Rough Man" from 1 to 3 p.m. on March 7 and 8 at The Citadel Bookstore inside Mark Clark Hall. The book will be released nationwide on Feb. 17. Taylor will hold a book launch party at 6 p.m. Feb. 21 at The Windjammer on the Isle of Palms.

Taylor served in the Army for more than 21 years, retiring as a Special Forces lieutenant colonel. He commanded multiple troops and a squadron, and has conducted operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other classified locations.

His final assignment was as an assistant professor of military science at The Citadel, where he was the executive officer of the Army ROTC battalion. Besides supervising the planning and execution of all battalion activities, he also taught all 400-level Army ROTC classes, instructing cadets on various facets of national security. Taylor's family ties to The Citadel run deep. His twin brother graduated from The Citadel in 1988, and his father is a member of the Class of 1960.

When not writing, Taylor serves as a security consultant on asymmetric threats for various agencies. He lives in Charleston with his family.

Eat some oysters and give some Birthday Presence

It's a great time of year to shuck some oysters, and the Birthday Presence Foundation offers a great way to enjoy the bivalves while also supporting children in need in Charleston.

The Birthday Presence Oyster Roast will be at Bowen's Island on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. It will feature all you can eat oysters, beer and wine, a silent auction and raffle, live music and a DJ, and the Jack's Cosmic Dog Truck for those who aren't oyster fans.

Tickets are $20 per person in advance, $25 at the door, and children 12 and under are free. For more information, go to the Birthday Presence Foundation's Web site.

Everyone who attends is asked to bring a new toy or educational item in its original packaging to be given to an impoverished child on his/her birthday.

County parks to hold job fairs soon

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission is holding job fairs for part-time employment starting this Saturday.

The first fairs will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at James Island County Park and at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant. The next will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the following Saturday, Feb. 19 at Wannamaker County Park in North Charleston.

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated employees for part-time employment this summer. Openings will be available at James Island, Palmetto Islands and Wannamaker county parks as well as the Folly Beach Fishing Pier, Mount Pleasant Pier, Kiawah Beachwalker Park, Folly Beach County Park and Isle of Palms County Park. Open positions include concessions, boat and bike rentals, water park tickets, gate attendants, lifeguarding, maintenance assistant, camp counselors and more.

Applicants must be at least 15 years old to apply. Certain jobs have a minimum age requirement. Maintenance and camp counselor positions require applicants to be 18 years old or older due to equipment operation.

Applications are available online at www.ccprc.com or at park facilities.
Call 843-762-2172 for more information.

Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce has new leader

Bryan Derreberry has been named President and CEO of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce.

Derreberry

Derreberry is president and CEO of the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce in Kansas. He will take over in Charleston in April. Charles H. Van Rysselberge, the president and CEO of the Charleston Chamber for more than eight years announced his plans to retire on March 31, 2011.

Derreberry was one of six finalists. He was contacted about the position by a national search firm retained by the Charleston Metro Chamber to conduct their candidate search.

"I strongly believe that Chambers of Commerce must lead their community's quality of place transformation efforts. Business, talent, and intelligence are all drawn to attractive and engaging communities," Derreberry said. "Charleston's natural aesthetic beauty, incredible downtown, strong South Carolina business setting, diverse business clusters, and national brand identification make for a winning economic and community development environment."

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SOUTH CAROLINA PREPARES FOR WAR: FEBRUARY 1861

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EDITOR'S NOTE: The observance of the sesquicentennial of the Civil War will stretch from this spring until 2015. This is the first in a monthly series of articles written by James Island historian, author and editor Douglas W. Bostick about the events that took place in Charleston 150 years ago. Entries from the S.C. Encyclopedia, which normally run in this location, will resume on Monday.

When Major Robert Anderson moved his Federal garrison to Fort Sumter under the cover of darkness on Dec. 26, 1860, the families of his officers and soldiers were taken to Fort Sumter as well. Concerned over the mounting tensions, Anderson decided to evacuate the families to New York.

Pickens

On February 3, the Marion docked at Fort Sumter, picking up the precious cargo of the wives and children from the garrison. One of the wives would write:

When the ship was passing, [the fort] fired a gun and gave three heart-thrilling cheers as a parting farewell to the dear loved ones on board, whom they may possibly never meet again this side of the grave ...

Despite the urgent times, the South Carolina Jockey Club announced that race week, the first week in February, would be held, just as in prior years for a century before. Race week was an intoxicating mix of sport and society and everyone in Charleston, from slave to master, attended. The Jockey Club Ball, always on Friday, was the biggest event of the year for high society. The editor of the national racing magazine, The Spirit of the Times, wrote of the elaborate meal, "It would seem the entire animal and vegetable kingdom had been placed at the command of the Club's caterer and that heaven itself had furnished the cooks."

Sketch of the Fort Sumter families abroad ship heading to New York. From Harper's Weekly, February 1861.

Governor Francis W. Pickens attended all the festivities of the week, including the daily races. On Wednesday, opening day, he ordered all the batteries on the harbor to ready for a 48-hour bombardment. On Saturday, after the great match race, he declared martial law on Sullivan's Island, causing concern with everyone that hostilities were about to commence.

By early February, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana and Texas joined South Carolina in seceding from the Union. Delegates from these Southern states assembled for a convention in Montgomery, Alabama, forming the Confederate States of America. Jefferson Davis, the newly elected president, informed Pickens that any decisions regarding Fort Sumter were now the responsibility of the Confederate government.

While the newly organized Confederate States were meeting in convention, Virginia was in the midst of a peace convention to determine its course of action. Former President John Tyler, a Virginian and an avowed states' rights supporter, sent a telegram to Pickens from the Virginia convention: "Can my voice reach you? If so, do not attack Fort Sumter. You know my sincerity. The Virginia delegation here earnestly unite."

Douglas W. Bostick grew up on James Island, and his ancestors in South Carolina date back to colonial America. He is the author of several books and numerous articles that have appeared in historical journals, magazines and national newsletters. A graduate of the College of Charleston, Bostick earned a master's degree from the University of South Carolina. He is a former staff and faculty member of the University of South Carolina and the University of Maryland.

Very cool

BIG CHECK: Bill and Jamie Dunleavy, along with several others from the community who had a big part in the Polar Plunge this year, proudly hold a check for $41,793.35 that will support the S.C. Special Olympics. The Plunge, where hundreds of Charlestonians take a dip in the Atlantic's icy winter waters, raised more money this year than ever before. Dunleavy's Plunge is the third-largest fundraiser for the Special Olympics.

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Five for going on TV

Nelson

They say that for most Americans, giving a speech is more frightening than death. As a former television host and reporter and now a media consultant, Ryan Nelson often is asked to coach others when they are making their debut on local television. "As easy as it is for me to jump in front of a camera, for many, getting in front of the camera can cause nervousness, stomach aches and even a huge case of stage fright," Nelson told us. So here's her list of easy tips to consider when you get your chance to be in the spotlight:

• Don't wear busy shirts or stripes or off-the-wall clothing. Stick to solid colors that compliment your skin tone. Ladies, cameras will wash you out, so it's important to add that extra pop of color. Apply extra blush and lipstick to liven up your face.
  
  
• Never assume your audience is aware of your organization or business. With new people moving to town all the time, educate the viewers about who you are and why they should pay attention to you.
  
  
• Be enthusiastic about your product. Not having an interest in your product or organization is complete snooze-a-vision, even if you're a low key person, jazz up your appearance with some enthusiasm. (Just don't go overboard, i.e. Richard Simmons)
  
  
• Spread the word! Let your client base know about your appearance or interview via social media and word of mouth. Take advantage of the opportunity of being in front of the camera.
  
  
• Whatever you do, don't look at yourself on the monitor (aka in-studio television) when you're already on air. It will catch you off guard and you will lose track of what you're talking about. If you want to see yourself before going on air, ask the interviewer or anchor if it's a possibility during a commercial break.

For more on Ryan Nelson and her firm, Nelwater Consulting, visit www.nelwater.com.

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"Everyone wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant."

-- Cary Grant

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East Side Day: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Feb. 11. As part of Trident Technical College's Black History Month observance, the Palmer Campus in downtown Charleston will hold East Side Day, a celebration of community.

Nerds at the Dock: 7:30 p.m., Feb. 11-19, 3 p.m. matinees on Sundays, Feb. 13 and 20. Fresh off of Broadway, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" follows six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves. Charleston Stage's production will feature local celebrities as guest spellers each night. The show, which contains adult language, is recommended for theater-goers 13 and over. For more information and to buy tickets, go online.

SEWE Kick-Off on the Creek: 5:30 p.m., Feb. 12, at The Lighthouse on Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant. The event will feature live music from national recording artists Ken Block & Drew Copeland of Sister Hazel, as well as Tyler Mechem of Crowfield. Guests will dine on steamed local oysters and a buffet, plus unlimited adult beverages. Barrier Island Marine will have new 2011 model boats in the water offering free sunset cruises to event-goers. This event is sponsored by Red's Ice House, Barrier Island Marine, Miller Lite and WEZL. Tickets are $40 in advance, available at Red's Ice House on Shem Creek or by calling SEWE at 843-723-1748, or $50 at the door.

Book signing: 4 to 6 p.m., Feb. 12, Blue Bicycle Books, 420 King St. Fans of Nicole Seitz's highly acclaimed novels "Trouble The Water," "The Spirit of Sweetgrass," "A Hundred Years Of Happiness" and "Saving Cicadas" will treasure "The Inheritance of Beauty," a poignant story of Maggie and George, childhood sweethearts whose 70-year marriage is forged of their devastating shared secrets from the tragic events of the summer of 1929.

A night with Duke Ellington: 7:30 p.m., Feb. 12, Charleston Music Hall. Charleston Ballet Theatre and the Charleston Jazz Orchestra join forces for a one night only performance of Duke Ellington's landmark 1966 album "The Far East Suite" in its entirety. Tickets, $25 to $45, can be purchased at the Box Office, 477 King St., by calling 843-723-7334 or online at www.charlestonballet.org.

CALENDAR: ONGOING AND SOON

(NEW) Free flu shots: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Feb. 15, East Cooper Medical Center, Second Floor Conference Room. The Lowcountry has seen a high volume of flu cases in local emergency rooms, including the ER at East Cooper Medical Center. To prevent the spread of the flu, East Cooper Medical Center is offering free flu shots. Pre-registration is required by calling 843-884-7031.

Artist demonstration and lecture: 7 p.m., Feb. 15, Bond Hall room 165, The Citadel. The Citadel School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition educational partnership sponsor a demonstration and lecture by SEWE artist and Citadel alumnus Larry Seymour. Seymour was voted South Carolina Wildlife Federation Artist of the Year in 1986, and has participated in SEWE for many years. Free.

Black History Celebration: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Feb. 23. Trident Technical College's Berkeley Campus in Moncks Corner will hold its celebration of Black History Month in the library.

Window Exhibit: Through Feb 28, 2011, The Meeting Place, 1077 East Montague Ave. North Charleston. In his exhibit, "Sea and Shore," local artist David Springer will present metal sculpture depictions of Lowcountry birds, plants, and wildlife. Window viewing, free parking.

Cuban Exhibit: Through March 28, City Gallery at Waterfront Park. An opening reception for Polaridad Complementaria: Recent Works from Cuba, an exhibition that introduces North America to the new generation of influential artists from Cuba, will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 4. The exhibit offers more than 40 works of painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, video and installation art to provide a sense of the serious aesthetic and conceptual concerns that characterizes Cuban art today. The City Gallery, at 34 Prioleau St., is open Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

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FOCUS ARCHIVES

4/21: Gilbert: Uganda trip
4/18: Arrington: Marines help
4/14: Hamilton: More CARTA
4/11: Beahm: Safe water
4/7: Heddinger: House, garden
4/4: Wall: Civil War art
3/31: Kearse: Asbestos Week
3/28: Derreberry: Wow for us
3/24: Gunter: Mental illness
3/21: Caspian: Creating stories
3/17: Amerson: Wounded vets
3/14: Rainer: Track star
3/10: Chapman: CARTA's ridership
3/7: Price: Affordable dental care
3/3: Alterman: Female-friendly
2/28: Lancaster, White: Swimmer
2/21: Volkman: On hearts
2/17: Hastie: Preservation
2/14: Webster: Social Valentine
2/10: Page: Bear baiting
2/7: Corsaro: Seniors online at JCC
2/3: Rainer: Ball Crew dreams
1/31: Watkins: Beyond cilantro
1/27: Howard: Shoes for needy
1/24: Woodul: Real estate up
1/20: Dunlap: Chamber's agenda
1/17: Saboe: Restaurant Week
1/13: Durant: Community's needs?
1/10: Carter: Recycle this year
1/6: Arnoldi: Free geeks
1/3: Guerard: Spoleto plans

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DOUG BOSTIC: CIVIL WAR HISTORY

ANDY BRACK

4/18: Better redistricting
4/11: Understanding tax reform
4/4: First, do no harm
3/28: Smartest Southerners
3/21: Spratt, Libya, budget
3/14: Gullah memories
3/7: Eating at the Edge
2/28: Conserving more
2/21: Past thrives here
2/14: Community Foundation
2/7: Tort reform, Peas
1/31: Economy, illnesses
1/24: Use more budget tools
1/17: Queensland flood relief
1/10: Jack Alterman
1/3: Palmetto Priorities

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MARSHA GUERARD

PETER LUCASH: BUSINESS INDIGO

2/10: Companies at conferences
1 /27: Levelwing head to speak
1/13: Health care reform
12/30: New filing procedure
12/16: CharlestonPharma
12/2: You said what?
11/11: 787 problems for awhile?
10/28: Eggers joins Blackbaud
10/14: Restorative Physiology, ArborGen
9/30: Finance, accounting class
9/9: Busy with meetings

GREG GARVAN: CHARLESTON GREEN

1/6: Green initiative
12/9: Saving water
11/18: Geothermal home
11/4: Dry cleaners' set-aside
10/21: Googling on superhighway
9/23: Shredding together
9/16: Saving money
9/2: Energy standards needed

ANN THRASH: FOOD & DRINK

2/7: Frozen Frogmore stew
1/27: Home cooking
1/20: SEWE 2011
1/13: Dry-erase board of shame
1/6: Restaurant Week

• More Ann Thrash in the archives

LIST ARCHIVES

4/21: 5 on SC Path
4/18: 5 on Aquarium
4/14: Sun tips
4/11: Brewing revolution
4/7: Facebook biz tips
4/4: i5K spirit tips
3/31: In the mirror
3/28: Poison safety tips
3/24: Five SCIWAY favs
3/21: Five on rescue dogs
3/17: 5 Irish proverbs
3/14: 5 for Fashion Week
3/10: 5 reasons for hat-wearing
3/7: 5 for the planet
3/3: Special Olympics
2/28: 5 on bookkeeping
2/24: Save your eyes
2/21: Duo's favorite 5
2/17: 6 mouth-waterers
2/14: For the heart
2/10: 5 for TV
2/7: 5 favorite books
2/3: 5 for Valentine's
1/27: 6 to get out of house
1/24: Books sales ahead
1/20: 5 for your feet
1/17: 5 books for the 150th
1/13: Skin tips
1/10: Checklist at day's end
1/6: Mentalist tips
1/3: 5 on King Street

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