NApril 29, 2009 WagenermonthlyThe 282nd Army Band from Fort Jackson under the direction of CW3 W. Scott MacDonald, will be provid-ing pre-ceremony music beginning at 9:30 a.m. and

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Wagener to dedicate Veterans MemorialBy SAM SMITH

May 23 at 10 a.m. will become an important date and time for the town of Wagener as the Wagener Garden Club, the Wagener Downtown Development Com-mittee and the town will dedicate a memo-rial to honor the veterans that have served this wonderful nation in which we live. There could be no better day to dedicate and celebrate than on Memorial Day week-end.

Several organizations have joined to make this an event unlike any other Wagener has seen. The 282nd Army Band from Fort Jackson under the direction of CW3 W. Scott MacDonald, will be provid-ing pre-ceremony music beginning at 9:30 a.m. and post-ceremony music 30 minutes following the ceremony, in addition to special music within the program as they

accompany the Edisto Singers. The color guard from Fort Jackson will also partici-pate in the program.

An exciting aspect of the program is a flyover by fighter jets from Shaw Air Force

Base and a 21-gun salute after the monu-ment is unveiled and everything is in place.

We are also privileged to have Betsy Steel, the Garden Club of South Carolina Inc. president for 2009-2011, along with Betty Mathis, the Garden Club of South Carolina Inc. Blue Star Marker chairman from 2007-2009.

An important part of the monument is a Blue Star Marker that has its historical origin during WWII and now honors our military men and women. This marker is a statewide effort of the Garden Clubs of South Carolina Inc. to honor the military.

The Wagener schools are also partici-pating in the event as the Wagener-Salley High School JROTC Color Guard will have an active part in the program.

We also understand that the teachers are involving the students in various activities that will assist them in understanding the

monument and in an understanding of the importance our veterans are to our country.

Finally the churches in the Wagener area have been challenged to make sure that veterans and all others, if possible, are present at this dedication. Each church should select a “Freedom Rider” to keep all members encouraged to attend this cer-emony.

The honored guests will be the veterans, and we are expecting approximately 300, thanks to the efforts of Jim West. Should you be a veteran of any branch of the mili-tary, you have a special invitation to be present and allow us to honor you.

Let us individually and as a community show our sincere appreciation to these vet-erans by actually being present to demon-strate that support. Bring your lawn chair, sit back and relax to enjoy the music and festivities.

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May’s “Feature Artist” from the Wagener Home Town Celebrations Calendar Contest is Jessica Cauthen.

She is currently a senior at Wagener-Salley High School and is the 2008-09 student body president.

Jessica also participates in many after-school activi-ties: she is one of two commanders of the Drill Team, a member of the JROTC Color Guard, a member of the Beta Club and is in the WSHS band.

Jessica lives between Wagener and Salley with her parents Mary and Andrew Cauthen. She and her parents are very active in church events throughout the com-munity.

Jessica admires her parents. She said, “They have always supported me – no matter what.”

When Jessica was asked which month she wanted to draw for the calendar, she chose the month of May. Why? “Because the last regular school day for seniors is in May, senior exams will be over in May and the seniors will be preparing for graduation!”

Jessica drew a picture of Wagener-Salley High with graduation hats flying in the air. “I am very excited about exploring the new world of education and, … being on my own!” she said.

Jessica is planning on attending Furman University and serving her country in the Army. Even though she’s happy that she’s leaving, Jessica said, “I will always miss the band, the JROTC and the people I have met along the way that made me into the successful young lady that I am today.”

WSHS Senior Jessica Cauthen is May’s artist of month

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Time flies when you’re having fun!MemoriesMemories are precious. Memories

are something that cannot be taken away from you. Memories bring you great comfort and joy. Memories can sustain you through difficult times. Memories allow you to remember from where you came and look for-ward to where you are going. Memo-ries are God’s gift from the past for the future.

Time flies when you’re having funSeveral weeks ago, my husband

Garry and I attended a Lybrand first cousins get-together.

When my cousin Brenda called me about the reunion, she rattled off the names of first cousins that all live either in the Columbia area, Aiken or Wagener – counting cousins and spouses, the total was 12.

We met at a popular restaurant in the Vista area of downtown Columbia. Upon entering the restaurant, I was approached by the hostess; I told her that I was meeting my cousins.

However, for the life of me I could not think of Brenda’s married name; Brenda is married to a good ol’ Italian Yankee.

Finally I blurted out Venuti; how-ever, by that time I had spotted my cousins. We had a reserved table right in the middle of the restaurant.

For almost two hours, we laughed and talked and talked and laughed. We were having such a good time that we were oblivious to those around us. I guess we behaved, for the manage-ment did not have to call us down.

When we were younger, the week of the Fourth of July 4 was Lybrand family reunion time. My mama was the only girl in the family with three brothers older and two brothers younger.

Cofer lived in Florida, and he and his wife Edith did not have any chil-dren.

Uncle Marion and Aunt Adine live in Columbia; their children are Elaine and Brenda.

Norman and his wife Joyce lived in Pennsylvania, and their children Bo, Vernon, Wendy, George, Clair, Jeff, Greg, JoAnn and Cofer still live in Pennsylvania. Their son Carl was killed in Vietnam.

Jack and his wife Melba lived many places, since Jack was career Air Force. They live in Columbia now as does their son Doug.

Bobby, Mama’s youngest brother,

was also career Air Force; however, he and his wife Mary made Wagener

their home more than 35 years ago. Their girls are Karen and Kathy.

That leaves my brother Charlie and me; we were both born in Wagener and have never really left.

The reunions were always at Mama and Daddy’s house.

Grandmama Lybrand lived with us

in a little house in our yard. The little house was built handicapped acces-sible especially for her. Also we had the big yard and the pond.

Norman’s family would come south every summer around the Fourth and stay 10 days to two weeks. We never knew when they would arrive.

I can recall hearing Mama tell Daddy, “I’ve a feeling that Norman and his crowd will show up any day now.” Sure enough the next day or so, Mama and Daddy woke up to the chattering of the children and the shushing of the parents.

And oftentimes the older children would already have gotten the cane fishing poles from the garage and were on the banks of the pond fish-ing.

Norman traveled at night; they would leave late in the afternoon and arrive in Wagener early the next morning. The children slept most of the trip.

Cofer and Edith would also come around the Fourth, and they would stay in the spare room in Grandma-ma’s house. However, they would call and let Mama know when they would arrive.

Uncle Marion, Jack, Bobby and their families would come for the day. There was always a lot of food, a lot of fun and a lot of family.

Watermelon was always the high-light of the day for the children. We would get our slice and plow in head first.

Fortunately we were usually in our swimsuits and could let the juice from the melon run down our chins, arms, legs and whatever. Then we would head to the pond, jump in and wash it all away.

One aunt in particular was always warning us that we were not suppose to go swimming until two hours after

we had eaten. Daddy always blew that old notion

away and told us to go on in the water, that he would watch us. There was always someone fishing and someone swimming until dark thirty.

We always had several dogs and several cats. The dogs were forever chasing the cousins, and the cousins were forever chasing the cats.

We also had an alligator that even-tually grew to six feet long. Daddy would feed him bread from the bank of the pond, and one or two of the Pennsylvania cousins would help him.

Our overly cautious aunt would usually hold her breath waiting for “Gator” to snatch one of the cousins from the pond’s edge.

Our small house only had one bath-room in the early years, so the pond was a true blessing.

When Norman and his crowd came to visit, we children often took soap to the pond to bathe, any excuse to go in swimming.

There would be towels and wet bathing suits hanging over lawn chairs and hanging in the bushes and

shrubs. The Pennsylvania cousins were in

constant trouble for swimming in their clothes.

I remember the washing machine going 24 hours a day and the clothes lines were always sagging with load after load of clean clothes.

Mama was always glad to see the relatives come and even more glad to see them go.

But by the first of the next year, we would all be chomping at the bits for summer and the cousins to arrive.

The recent Lybrand cousins’ reunion did not include the Pennsyl-vania clan. That will be for another time; we will need to plan in advance so that everyone can attend.

And we will certainly need a much larger place for the other nine Lybrand cousins and their spouses.

Looking back, it has been more than 35 years since the last July 4th Lybrand family reunion, and in many ways, it seems just like yesterday. I believe there is much truth in the old saying, “Time flies when you’re hav-ing fun.”

LEMYRA YOUNG

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A.L. CORBETT MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWSJunior Beta Club induction

Mrs. JoAn Kitchings was the guest speaker for the annual Juior Beta Club induction ceremony. In accordance with the Junior Beta principles, sixth graders were inducted based on their academics, behavior, and service. Mrs. Holley, art teacher, is the sponsor.

Junior Beta Club inductees are Kayla Hall, Lori Tindall, Charity Bynem, Delores Evans, T’Daiza Reaves, Tillman Rushton, Alex Williamson, Shawn Moss, Loretta Fields, Kelly Frost, Can-dace Crumpler, Shyheim Jones, Katie Donaldson, Shequavia Tyler, Morgan Leach, Tzaira Thompson, David Urizar, David Rathburn, Tyler Berry and Andy Lewis.

Career fairA.L. Corbett Middle School hosted its

Fifth Annual Career Fair. The fair began with an assembly with

guest speaker, Col. Maxie Joye, JROTC instructor at Wagener Salley High School. He encouraged students to be sincere about the future. The character trait for the month was sincerity.

The ALCMS students has the privi-lege of hearing from professionals in many careers.

Our guests included Jacqueline Bus-bee, attorney; Scott Tindal, Security Federal Bank; Dr. Kimberly Lewis, Advanced Chiropractic; Bridgestone/Firestone Americas Tire Operations; John Sisson, Augusta Colts Pro Indoor Football Club general manager; Col-liers-Keenan; Melinda Ryans, Bank of America; Darryl Ables, Aiken County Coroner; Margaret Woods, AVON; and Ken Middleton, Coldwell Bank.

The students enjoyed hearing from all of these business leaders.

We were very appreciative of the time spent by our local business leaders to inspire our students about their future opportunities and possibilities.

Bunny BasketsThe ALCMS team created Bunny

Baskets to join with the United Way of Aiken County and provide baskets filled with comfort items for the seniors in our community.

Each homeroom filled a basket that was delivered to the United Way.

Baskets included items such as toi-letries, books, crossword puzzles, glass cases, first aid supplies, night lights, nonperishable food items and station-ary.

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Junior Beta Club Inductees pictured from left on the front row are Kayla Hall, Lori Tindall, Charity Bynem, Delores Evans, T’Daiza Reaves, Tillman Rushton, Alex Williamson, Shawn Moss. Pictured on the second row from left are Loretta Fields, Kelly Frost, Candace Crumpler, Shyheim Jones, Katie Donaldson, Shequavia Tyler, Morgan Leach, Tzaira Thompson, David Urizar, David Rathburn, Tyler Berry and Andy Lewis.

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From left, representing the ALCMS stu-dent body, are Mrs. Blackwell, Ms. James, Mrs. Freeman, Mr. Knowles, Mrs. Daniels, Mrs. Lambert and Mrs. Shackleford.


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Missing lion mascotsALCMS has lion mascots at the

entrances of the school and the ones at the library/J.O. Brown Memorial Auditorium entrance have become popular. This is the second time our lions have wandered off. If you see them, send them home.

Math CountsThe Math Counts Headquarters noti-

fied Mrs. Lambert amd Ms. Badger, the ALCMS Math Counts sponsors, that the school reached the Gold Level Status. The students will receive an official cer-tificate.

Students in the club include Daniel Wiles, Xavier Keitt, Zachary Turner, Douglas Smith, Jalen Gleaton, Phillip Hicks, Brandon Baughman, Ryan Brown, Sam Hutto, Faith Corley, Lyric Posey, Chelsea Argroe, Marissa Livingston, Danielle Brown and Jessica Dillard.

Student shares MREs, booksSam Hutto shared MREs with Mrs. Daniels’ class. All students received a personal

copy of “Heroes Don’t Run” to read together during the Reading Renaissance period.

The book contains information about MREs as the story of a young WWII soldier is told. Every teacher in the school reads with a group of students each day. The reading selec-tions vary and attempt to encourage reading a variety of material. Research supports that students will become more successful in all classes as their reading improves.

A.L. CORBETT MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS


All Veterans, Families & Friends

Are Invited to JoinThe Town of Wagener,Wagener Garden Club

and the Wagener Downtown Development Committee

forThe Dedication Ceremony of the Blue Star

Marker Veterans/Heroes’Memorial Monument

Saturday May 23, 200910am

Downtown WagenerFeaturing:

282nd Army Band from Fort JacksonVocal Performance by Edisto Singers

For Additional Information Call Ms. Tina Salley at the

Wagener Municipal Building 803-564-3412or Sam Smith at [email protected]

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Special Olympics Spring Games at Aiken High

Students from Mrs. Gartman’s class com-peted in Special Olympics Spring Games at Aiken High School on April 3. They competed in track and field events includ-ing the running long jump, standing long jump, softball throw, and 50, 100, and 200 meter races. Families came out in support of the athletes. The students also partici-pated in Very Special Arts, an interactive arts events.

Submitted photos

At left: Chris Bumgardner, Alex Walker, Kianna Middleton, and Rontravious Garvin proudly show off their award ribbons.

Below: Mr. and Mrs. Woody Stanley of Sal-ley cheered son Brandon to victory in the 100 meter run and softball throw.

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A LETTER FROM ALCMS PRINCIPAL BASSDear ALCMS Families and Friends,The book, “Living a Life that Blesses

Others,” by Dr. John Trent, tells about some of his life’s story and encourages us to add blessings to the lives of everyone we meet.

Dr. Trent grew up in a single-parent home and did not meet his father until he was in high school.

When he was 14, he met a youth leader, Doug Barram, who spent time with him

and helped him change his life’s direction to one that was more positive and suc-cessful.

Not everyone comes from a picture perfect home environment, and Dr. Trent was in that category. However, he was a football star in high school, along with his twin brother. His dad read about them in the newspaper and wanted to meet them.

On the night of a big game, the boys waited, and their dad never showed up. This disappointment and embarrassment created anger in the boys’ life.

Several years ago, Dr. Trent went to his dad’s funeral and said, “Dad, I never really knew you. We could have shared so much love together, but you never had time for me.”

Dr. Trent acknowledges that while growing up, he had harsh feelings toward his father, but prior to his dad’s death, they reconciled.

He tells of this process and the time he spent with his dad during his dad’s last days. He learned how to turn his anger into something positive not destructive.

However, the moments and memories

lost along the way were not recoverable.Dr. Trent was fortunate that Barram,

helped him during his adolescence by filling the gap he needed for support. Barram advocates one-on-one work with students – particularly when outside of school – in a safe, caring environment.

Research shows that people remember moments. That is why it is so important to paint positive pictures in everyone’s life.

Barram did just that when Dr. Trent was a youth. Dr. Trent could have contin-ued his adult life with bitterness, but he learned to absorb the positive images that Barram provided.

Every day with everything we do, we are creating pictures and visual images. My hope is that all adults will help paint positive pictures in the lives of our stu-dents.

In the coming weeks, our students will demonstrate their academic ability on the state’s PASS test for math, social studies, science, and English/language arts.

They will need encouragement and support to know that they can achieve at high levels.

Please help us in guiding our students through a path of positive pictures to keep them determined to excel and be successful, even beyond our local bor-ders.

We are part of something much bigger that ourselves as individuals. Our stu-dents need your encouragement to take advantage of all opportunities that benefit their quality of life and the quality of life in our community.

I hope we will continue to work togeth-er to support their educational needs.

Sincerely, Deborah Bass, Ph.D.Principal

DEBORAH BASS

George Smith named to CTFK Board of Directors

Churches Together for Kid Ministries welcomes George Smith to its Board of Directors.

Smith is a Councilman for the Town of Wagener, pastor, husband, father and grandfather. He is a man of many talents.

He was educated in Ridge Spring public schools and continued his education at Morris College in Sumter. He also gradu-ated from the Morris College Ministerial program.

He’s been a member of the Wagener Town Council for 20 years.

He is a United States Army Veteran with

an honorable discharge. Smith is on the board of the Economic

Development Aiken-Edgefield Counties.

He is also vice presi-dent of the Columbia County Fellowship, Mar-tinez, Ga.

He is the pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church, Martinez, Ga.

In his spare time he loves to ride his bike,

enjoys sports and loves to read. Smith loves his community and is a ded-

icated servant of the people of Wagener. CTFK is honored to have such a gentle-

man as part of its ministry.

Smith

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By JOHNNIE ALLEN WEST

It seems as though every time I have flipped on the television or picked up a newspaper during the past month, I have heard or read something about religion being dead in America.

I have been thinking a lot about this and I guess it has been in the forefront of the news, because we are in the Easter Sea-son, the highest of Holy seasons, in one of America’s major religions.

As I have turned this over in my mind, I am relieved that I have not once heard that God is dead, only that religion is dead in America!

After giving this a lot of thought, I have come to two conclusions. First, there is a big difference between say that God is dead and saying that religion is dead.

Second, I have decided that religion is not necessarily dead in America, but many Americans have certainly become dead in their religion.

This is pretty obvious when we see peo-ple stealing others’ life savings and squan-dering them on life in the fast lane or when we see chief executive officers of major companies squandering the companies’ assets to the point of bankruptcy, causing thousands of their fellow Americans to lose their jobs, leaving many destitute, with no incomes, no way to support their families, and as a result of all this, often no homes, because they can’t make their mortgage payments.

Our forefathers thought that our religious beliefs were an important factor in our society.

Our nation was founded as “one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” We print “In God We Trust” on our currency.

Our ancestors knew that our religion, i.e. our faith in something, was important to our everyday survival, and our ability to get along with one another! America is known as a melting pot, people of many different religious and cultural backgrounds – all managing to live together and tolerate our differences.

We are able to get along because most of us were brought up in religious households. Those households may have been Protes-tant, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu or Buddhist, but through the teachings of our religions we learned the basic principles of acceptable moral and ethical behavior; we learned the basic principles of love, kind-ness, and respect for our fellow man. We all learned that our faith in something is what carries us through the week!

So far as I have been able to tell all the great religions of the world teach the prin-ciples of goodness and tolerance of our fellow man.

If we do not apply these basic standards right here in small-town, middle class America, then, as my mother would say if she were still with us, it is the fault of all of us who know better, and we ought to do something about it.

I, like many of you, was lucky enough to grow up in a household where religious education and activities were just as com-mon and habit-forming as brushing my teeth.

I am very thankful that I received this basic moral education at an early age, because without it, a lot of my adult deci-sion-making would have suffered greatly.

I was required to attend religious services every week, memorized and recited two catechisms and knew that I was expected to act as though I had learned something in the process. All of this is what makes it possible to deal with whatever problems I am facing today.

In my work, I have the opportunity to cross paths with many people from all walks of life – young and old. More often than not, our conversations will turn to one of two topics – politics or religion.

Most of my customers agree with me that none of us should be so presumptuous as to think our way of worship is the only right way to worship.

The important thing here is that we have religious values and that we apply them in our everyday lives.

Going to church, synagogue, mosque or the cathedral all provide us with an extend-ed family and our religious education, but the most important thing is to apply the lessons provided there to our relationships with our neighbors, fellow workers and other Americans.

All of this hoopla about religion being dead in America has me thinking that maybe it is just easier to ignore our reli-gious values than to do what we know is right.

Regardless of our race, religion or ethnic background, it is important for us to honor our forefathers by standing up for what we believe.

As we do this, please be sure to remem-ber all of our soldiers fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan, so that you and I might have the opportunity to worship as we choose.

Write a soldier a letter or send a care package – anything you do will be appreci-ated. God bless America and all she stands for!

God is not dead but religious habits of some Americans are

Berlin Baptist Church’s lily fundraiserBerlin Baptist Church held a fundraiser for part of their Annie Armstrong offering.

The Easter lilies were used to make a tree that was beautiful during the church’s Sun-rise Easter service.

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On Saturday, May 23, 2009 there will be a dedication ceremony for the new Veterans’ Monument for the Wagener, Perry and Salley area.

The stone monument will be located in Wagener, on Highway 39, close to the Nancy Bonnette Library, on the left side of the road.

The ceremony will be held at 10:00 am. We need all veterans, as well as those who are currently serving in any branch of our Armed Forces, their families,

and all patriotic citizens of our community to be present for this ceremony.

Please show your support for all our veterans, and all those service people currently serving at home and abroad – especially those serving us in Iraq and Afghanistan! Please come out and let these great

Americans know how much you appreciate them, and what they are doing for America!

We look forward to seeing you at 10:00 am on Saturday, May 23, 2009.

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Young and old alike had great fun at Berlin Baptist’s Easter Party and Egg Hunt held on April 11.

Do you have photos of your church events? If so email them with a write-up and we’ll be happy to get them in the Wagener Monthly. Send to [email protected].

BERLIN BAPTIST EASTER EGG HUNT

WSHS honor rollsWagener-Salley High School has

named its all A honor roll for the third quarter: Brittany Barwick, Samuel Clarke, Tabitha Corley, Fantasia Chandler, Melissa Colvin, Katie Chew, Rachel Enlow, Han-nah Feagin, Samuel Leguizamon, Angel Fulmer, Lee Fulmer, Bianca Glover, Davontay Pontoo, Brittany Hutto, Sylvia Settles, Christopher Newell, Marjorie Slik-er, Trevor West and Britani Williams.

Wagener-Salley High School has named its A/B honor roll for the third quarter: Darryl Bynem, Joseph Bell, Jennifer Blizzard, Trey Crosby, Chessa Crosby, Jacquelyn Crumpler, Tyriq Davis, Chelsea Jackson, Phillip Clark, Daiana El-Hammami, Equasha Kenner, Raveen Davenport, Casey Fulmer, Missie Fields, Amber Pearson, Brashawn Green, Amber Payne, Brittney Howard, Sean Greenhill, Marquiece Sims, Miles Quattlebaum, Taelor Hutto, TyShelle Tyler, Brittany Isaac, Logan Mason, Sonora Williams, Daniel Shumpert, DeQuilla Koonce, Joshua Wooten, Tommy Nix, Porsha Reed, Darrian Rivers, Joshua Robbins, Brett Smith, Christopher Scott, Sara Thomas, Shaquita Tyler, Shatara Weav-er, Caitlin Williamson and Heather Yon.

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Rocky Grove Baptist Church“A Friendly, Bible Preaching Church”

Pastor John O’Cain332 Rocky Grove Road Salley, South Carolina

The church is located between Perry and Salley, SC just off Hwy. 39.Turn on Rocky Grove Rd. at Felders Garage

SUNDAY SERVICES:Sunday School 10:00 am

Youth Group 5:30 pmMorning Worship 11:00 amEvening Worship 6:30 pm

WEDNESDAY SERVICES:Evening Worship

Youth and Children’s Programs 7:30 pm

www.rockygrovebaptistchurch.org

Ph. 803-739-7005 • Cell 803-606-1405


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County employee, Kendal Dortch (left) along with Tyrone Brooks install new street signs in downtown Wagener.

Courtney Center ActivitiesMay 15 – Third Friday Bingo, Sponsor

TBA – at 2 p.m.May 29 – Fifth Friday Bingo Sponsored

by Kents Korner at 2 p.m.May 12 and 14 – AARP Drivers Safety

Course Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Call for more information

May 25 – Closed in observance of Memorial Day

Wednesdays of each week at noon – Canasta. If you can’t play, we will teach!

For more information, call (803) 564-5211.

Roy Warner ParkThe Dixie Youth Baseball season is

almost over; we will have only a few more games, as the month of May will wind our season down. It’s been exciting and full of fun. We appreciate every coach, team mom, player, parent, umpire and our faith-ful sponsors without each of you this local Dixie League could not be possible.

The Dixie Boys team and Dixie Belles Softball will start their season the week of May 4. Come out and support the Sport Trophies Dixie Boys and Wagener Drug Co. Belles. Enjoy a game; admission is always free. If the lights are on, there is fire on the field!

Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging

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Scheduling & AnalysisThis quick and easy tests starts with your medical history being taken before you disrobe for the scanning to be performed. We schedule 1 hour for full body imaging. All images are stored on a computer and are sent electronically to a Thermologist (board certified MD’s) for interpretation and reporting. Your results are given to you in the form of a written report, including color copies of your images, and a follow-up consultation. You deserve the best chance for prevention. Let Thermal Imaging see what you don’t see.

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My family and I moved to Wagener from Aiken in May of 2001 with the intentions of staying two years.

It took quite a while to adjust to being isolated from the convenienc-es of living in a city.

I would often say that “this town needs a fast-food place” or “this town needs a small Wal-Mart.”

But after living here eight years, the town has grown on us. When asked, “Where do you live?” I often tell people, “Mayberry.” Because that is what I’m reminded of when I make my way around Wagener.

I understand now why there are no major stores or restaurants in town. These conveniences would only take away from Wagener’s charm.

We live in a “microwave” society, so Wagener is a refreshing change from the rat race.

Wagener is and has been a won-

derful place to live. The people are friendly, polite and caring.

I have known this for quite some time, but I never really knew until the last six weeks just how much.

On two occasions in the past six weeks, I was hospitalized at MCG for surgery on my brain and then complications from surgery.

The outpouring of support and best wishes was overwhelming.

I came to realize very quickly what it really means to be a citizen of Wagener.

And there were some friends, and you know who you are, who went out of your way for my wife and I.

So, let me take this opportunity to thank all my friends in Wagener for your thoughts, prayers and gen-erosity during this most difficult time.

May God bless you all. Rick James Mill St.

Wagener resident is thankful for support during difficult time

Attention all Wagener-Salley High graduates from the class of 1984!

A class reunion will be held on Oct. 10, 2009 at the Grange Hall in New Holland.

Please provide your contact infor-mation to Scarlett Nunn if you have not already contacted her so that you can be reached with the details.

E-Mail [email protected] or call (803) 507-3416.

Wagener-Salley High Class of 1984 to have reunion at Grange Hall

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The ALCMS Student Council held its annual talent show. Students showed their talents in dancing, singing, and choreogra-

phy. The Student Council is inviting their teachers to perform at next year’s talent showcase.

Alex Williamson performed during the talent show.

Sonya Bridges, Shanice Frazier, Shantavia Wooden, Kadejah Bush and Octavia Bush at the talent show.

ALC Student Council’s annual talent show

Cooperative grantThe teachers at ALCMS have been

actively involved in a cooperative grant project with the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center. Pictured are the teachers working with Professor Dr. Tim Lintner in designing interdisciplinary instruc-

tion based on each grade’s social studies standards. The grant, CE-MIST, provides staff development, field trips, and support to enhance the curriculum and teaching. ALCMS is one of three schools in the state in this partnership with the Center of Excellence in Middle-level, Interdisciplin-ary Strategies for Teaching (CE-MIST).

Dr. Tim Lintner observes Mrs. Freeman, Ms. Baxter, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Blackwell and Mr. Jones.

Mr Waters, Mrs. Freeman, Mrs. Bennett, Mrs. Baxter and Mrs. Williams.

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What should I do if I am involvedin a traffic accident?

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First and foremost, seek medical attention if warranted. Once your well-being and that of your fellow accident victims have been evaluated and stabilized, you should collect important information from those involved in the accident.

If you have been charged with a crime or fear you may be charged, the longer you wait to retain an attorney, the more difficult your case could be. Serious legal problems require the advice, support, experience, and knowledge of a lawyer.

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Powderpuff football!!!on the field: GIRLS!!!!

Cheering: BOYS!!!!In the stands: YOU!!!!

Girl power!Boys rule!

Everyone’s welcome to our Powderpuff football game! Join us with all of your spirit May 8! Meet the A.L. Corbett Powderpuff

teams at the Wagener-Salley High School Football Stadium at 6 p.m. to cheer on your favorite team!

All you have to do is pay $4 and watch the girls defeat their opponents! Go Lions!

Please contact the school for additional information at (803) 564-1050.

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Falls among the elderly seem to be an inevitable part of growing old, and

they are physically and emotionally scar-ing.

But for those who have studied falls, there are specific interventions that can reduce fall risk. 1.6 million elderly patients visit emer-gency rooms for falls each year.

They can create social isolation and effect independence.

Proper communication between the patient, the caregiver, physical therapist and the physician are key to help elimi-nate fall risks.

Right at Home of the CSRA often acts as a liaison between all parties involved.

BALANCE is very important when it comes to our ambulation. We learn how to balance our bodies as toddlers.

As we age, different ailments affect our balance.

Included are body posture due to osteoporosis and favoring specific legs or hips due to pain. In these cases, pre-vention comes in the form of proper diagnosis, treatment and exercise to improve balance.

MEDICATIONS often affect falls. Non-compliance with doctor’s orders or medications working against each other can definitely increase our risk of a fall.

Medication management is key to helping our elderly population remain healthy and independent.

Computerized medication dispensers from Right at Home can help tremen-dously.

Patients and caregivers can request guidance from pharmacists and pri-mary care physicians.

BLOOD PRESSURE monitoring both in the standing and lying position is a way to measure fall risk.

Something as simple as not stand-

Are falls among the elderly preventable?

KATHY CRIST

By 2020, the annual cost from falls is predicted to reach $55 billion according to the CMSA. Sixteen percent of ER visits are from falls.

As preventable occurrences, falls need not tax our health care system or reduce the independence of seniors.

For further reading on falls visit www.fallrprevention.org or www.nihseniorhealth.gov.

ing up to quickly and taking time to let your blood go to your head before standing up can make a big difference.

Recording your blood pressure throughout the day and sharing the results with your physician can be very helpful.

VISION plays a big factor in pre-venting falls. Seeing an ophthalmolo-gist to address eye disease and treat-ment can be an answer. Install night-lights in key areas of the home for evening visibility.

HOME ENVIRONMENT assess-ments are available from Right at Home to help identify areas to reduce fall risks.

Removal of area rugs, creating clear pathways, canes, walkers and bathroom adaptations can help prevent falls.

Right at Home of the CSRA is dedi-cated to helping the elderly remain at home for as long as possible.

We do this by offering a free in home assessment, private duty care giving services, a personal emergency response button from LIFELINE and a computerized medication dispenser.

For more information on Right at Home, \call us at (803) 278-0250 or visit us on the web at www.rightath-ome.net/csra.

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By NANCY BONNERWagener Garden Club

The Wagener Garden Club held its monthly meeting on April 14 in the Gar-den Club’s Meeting Room at Town Hall in Wagener. Garden club members were presented information about Bird Sanc-tuaries.

Following the meeting, members par-ticipated in a plant exchange with plants from their homes and gardens.

Highlights of the recent Garden Club District meeting hosted by garden groups from Hilton Head were presented.

The Wagener Garden Club received two honorable mention awards for its president’s report and for its club’s year-book.

Be sure to mark your calendars for May 23rd’s dedication of the Blue Star Marker along with members of Wagener Garden Club, honored veterans and guests.

Join us for this special ceremony hon-oring those who have served in the armed forces from our area along with many more special happenings.

The club’s project “Adopt A Highway” covering a two mile span of road from the entrance of Gunter Park on both sides of Highway 302 started on April 20.

Several members will be participat-ing in this project where litter will be removed to beautify this section entering the Town Limits of Wagener.

Continued projects by the Garden Club include maintenance of the four entry signs into Wagener. Completion of the fourth entry sign’s plantings will be com-pleted by early May.

Hope you visit Gunter Park to see the beauty that is starting to unfold.

Spring made its mark with beautiful daffodils springing forth in the flower beds with the lilies, verbena, butterfly bushes, and phlox which soon bring forth their beauty as well.

Take a picnic and enjoy the peace and quiet found in this lovely park.

Two new projects the Garden Club will undertake are plantings at the Nancy Bonnette Library as well as work on flower beds at Roy Warner Park.

Be sure to watch the work as it is being done as well as seeing the beauty that will be springing forth as we toil.

Our club is working hard on beautifi-cation projects to enhance the Town of Wagener for its residents as well as make the travel of those through our town memorable and enjoyable.

Our hope is that you will enjoy the progress with our work.


WAGENER GARDEN CLUB Needed!Wagener-Salley graduation ticketsIf you have extra tickets for the Wagener-Salley High

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18 ■ Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, April 29, 2009Next month on Saturday, May 23, the

Town of Wagener and area citizens will be given the privilege to honor our Veterans and Heroes in the dedication of the Blue Star Marker and Memorial.

This will give everyone the opportunity to show their gratitude for the many unself-ish acts and sacrifices by those dedicated to our safety, protection, and freedom. Everyone is invited so plan to be there for this well deserved and memorable event.

We extend our appreciation to the mem-bers of the Garden Club and Wagener Downtown Development Committee for their hard work in making this happen.

Last month I reported to you that we at Town Hall are working diligently to pursue grants from the Federal Stimulus Package, and that work continues.

On Friday, April 17, Scott Neeley, our town administrator, attended a seminar entitled “Stimulus 101,” which will hope-fully light the way in the paths and proce-dures we must follow to obtain these funds.

We have applied for grants with the Department of Transportation for repair of old, and establishment of new sidewalks throughout Wagener.

In addition ,we are seeking grants to improve all aspects of our infrastructure primarily the sewer system, water works and streets.

There is one issue that needs to be addressed that extends beyond the Wagener Town Limits and with which we can use

the input of all area citizens. Highway 39 from Interstate 20 to Perry

and on to Orangeburg via S.C. 389 are very heavily traveled and in desperate need of a complete overhaul and re-paving.

This section of road-way provides a “short-cut” from Interstate 20 to Interstate 26 which in turn generates funds allocated to the small towns along the route.

I want to ask everyone to contact your elected officials at both the state and fed-eral levels to urge them to act to have these improvements initiated and completed.

We are fortunate to have elected some very capable and supportive people to rep-resent us, but they need to hear from their constituents to appreciate our needs.

To follow, I will provide names and con-tact information of our representatives as well as those of the Orangeburg areas, and your input is greatly appreciated.

Many of you may have noticed the new street signs going up around town. We hope to have all in place very soon and wish to

thank Ms. Carrie Mazone and the staff at the Aiken County sign shop for their kind help in providing the new signs.

Again, hope to see you all at the dedica-tion May 23 at 10 a.m. at the pavilion.

Representative L. Kit Spires District 96 - Aiken & Lexington Cos.Contact Address: 326D Blatt Bldg., Columbia, 29201(803) 734-3010E-mail address: [email protected] Senator Nikki G. Setzler District 26 - Aiken, Lexington & Saluda Cos.Contact Address: 510 Gressette Bldg., Columbia,

29201 Bus. (803) 212-6140 Home (803) 796-7573 E-mail address: [email protected]

US Congressman Joe Wilson 1700 Sunset Blvd. (US 378), Suite 1, West Colum-

bia, SC 29169 Phone: (803) 939-0041 • Fax: (803) 939-0078212 Cannon House Office Building, Washington,

DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2452 • Fax: (202) 225-2455 US Senator Lindsay GrahamMidlands Regional Office: 508 Hampton St. Suite

202, Columbia, SC 29201 Main: (803) 933-0112Washington Office: 290 Russell Senate Office Build-

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US Senator Jim DeMint Columbia: 1901 Main St., Suite 1475, Columbia, SC

29201Phone: 803-771-6112; Fax: 803-771-6455Washington, D.C.: 340 Russell, United States Senate,

Washington, DC 20510Phone: 202-224-6121; Fax: 202-228-5143 Orangeburg Area Senator C. Bradley Hutto District 40 - Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell amd

Orangeburg countiesContact Address: 510 Gressette Bldg., Columbia,

29201(803) 212-6140E-Mail Address: [email protected] US Congressman Jim ClyburnColumbia: 1225 Lady Street, Suite 200, Columbia,

SC 29201Phone: (803) 799-1100; Fax: (803) 799-9060 Washington: 2135 Rayburn House Office Building,

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(1-888-546-0006). New Holland areaRepresentative James E. “Jim” Stewart, Jr. District 86 - Aiken Co.Contact Address: (H) 584 Beaver Dam Rd., Aiken,

29805Bus. (803) 648-2635Home (803) 649-5519237 Chesterfield St., SW, Aiken, 29801E-mail address: [email protected] Senator W. Greg Ryberg District 24 - Aiken Co.Contact Address: (H) P.O. Box 1077, Aiken, 29802Bus. (803) 641-4125Home (803) 648-9357313 Gressette Bldg., Columbia, 29201

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BERLIN BAPTIST SENIOR FUN NIGHTBerlin Baptist Church hosted a Senior

Fun Night in March. Great music was pro-vided by Heart’s Touch.

The menu consisted of delicious bar-becued chicken, yummy side dishes and wonderful desserts.

The next Senior Fun Night will be a ’50s night, so wear your poodle skirts and leather jackets.

The event is set for May 30 at 5 p.m. in the Berlin Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.

Photos by Dee Taylor

Share your church news. Send news and photos to [email protected].

Dry mouth is the condition of not having enough saliva (spit) to keep your mouth wet. The technical term for dry mouth is xerostomia. Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while, if they are:• nervous • upset • under stress Dry mouth is not a normal part of aging. If you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or doctor, there are things you can do to get relief. Dry mouth is more than uncomfortable• Dry mouth can be a sign of certain diseases or conditions, such as Sjogren’s syndrome• Dry mouth can cause difficulties in tasting, chewing, swallowing, and speaking• Dry mouth can increase your chance of developing dental decay and other mouth infections • Dry mouth can be caused by certain drugs or medical treatments Dry mouth symptoms include:• a sticky, dry feeling in the mouth • trouble chewing, swallowing, tasting, or speaking• a burning feeling in the mouth • a dry feeling in the throat• cracked lips • a dry, tough tongue• mouth sores • mouth infections Dry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can try to determine what is causing your dry mouth. 1.If your dry mouth is caused by medicine, your physician might change your medicine or adjust the dosage. 2. If your salivary glands are not working right but can still produce some saliva, your physician or dentist might give you a medicine that helps the glands work better. 3. Your physician or dentist might suggest that you use artificial saliva to keep your mouth wet. What else can I do? 1. Sip water or sugarless drinks often. You should only take sips of water, drinking large amounts of liquid will not make your mouth any less dry. It will make you urinate more often and may strip your mouth of mucus, causing even more dryness. 2. Avoid drinks with caffeine. Drinks such as coffee, tea, and some sodas that contain caffeine can dry out the mouth. 3. Sip water or a sugarless drink during meals. This will make chewing and swallowing easier. It may also improve the taste of food. 4. Chew sugarless gum or suck on sugarless hard candy to stimulate saliva flow. Flavors such as citrus, cinnamon or mint-flavored candies are good choices. Take note, they must be sugar free because dry mouth makes you extremely prone to cavities. 5. Don’t use tobacco or alcohol. They tend to dry out the mouth. 6. Avoid certain foods. Be aware that spicy or salty foods may cause pain in a dry mouth. 7. Use a humidifier at night.

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There has been a lot of activity in downtown Wagener, lately. You may have noticed at 117 Railroad Avenue people are coming and going throughout most days. Fran-ces, DeeDee, Tyra, Clara, Eartha, Christina and Tami along with the students from Christ Central have been putting in many hours getting the building ready for our Open House on Saturday, May 2 from 3 to 5 p.m.

Now that the big day is almost here, we are excited and thrilled at what God is going to do through the Wagener Women’s Well or as we call it for short, “The Well.” Lots of people have been praying for us. Many encouraging words, ideas and offers have come from the local commu-nities. Prayers are being answered.

The Well is a place where all women can gather to make sewing crafts, quilts, do Bible studies, learn skills for healthy cooking and canning. We will be opening on Tuesdays from 9:00 til 4:00 to begin with and later open-ing on Thursdays as well. Night classes are in the making for those who work in the day.

If you have any items for donation, such as sew-ing machines, sergers, chairs, sewing supplies, material, cooking and canning supplies, please contact Dianne at 606-1780 or just drop them off at The Well. If you would like to volunteer as a helper, please call or drop by also. All items are appreciated and we are truly thankful for your support.

The picture was taken at our first Board of Advisors meeting for Christ Central Missions-Wagener on March 16. Christ Central Missions-Wagener Board of Advisors is the Board for both Wagener Women’s Well and Alumni Youth.

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Woman’s Club of Wagener enjoyed a most informative and interesting presentation by club secretary Emily Branch on 55 Alive/Mature Driving.

The theme “aging is inevitable; it happens to everybody” explained that growing older does not have to mean giving up an active life.

Aging may impose physical limita-tions; however, many people achieve their greatest success when they are over 60.

Club project for the evening was the Wagener Pregnancy Center. Club

members brought diapers, baby clothes, and other suitable baby care items.

Club business included a report from the scholarship committee stating that scholarship applications were at Wagener-Salley High School and were to be returned by April 1.

Club members were reminded that April meeting would be scholarship selection.

Hostesses for the evening were Annie Clyde Williams, Emily Branch, and Willa Mae Anderson.

Woman’s Club receives tips on mature driving

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ANNIVERSARYBlizzards celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary

Wilson and Cindy H. Blizzard celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary April 28.

They met in 1981 when Cindy’s grand-father, Nolton Heyward, passed away. Who knew that death could bring such joy?

Wilson and Cindy were married on April 28, 1984, at Millbrook Baptist Church in Aiken. They have one daughter, Maquel, and reside in Perry.

Wilson is the son of Hubert and Margie Blizzard of Perry and Cindy is the daughter of Owen and Betty Heyward of Aiken.

Wilson and Cindy have been so blessed by God over the past 25 years and blessed

to have started a ministry in July 1999, Churches Together for Kids.

Wilson is now managing the family busi-ness, Blizzard Funeral Home and Cindy is the president and CEO of Churches Togeth-er for Kids Ministries and home-schools their daughter.

They both love their community and desire to help when and where they can. Wilson and Cindy have dedicated their lives to helping others.

They both enjoy spending time with their daughter, spending time at the lake, and reaching out to others.

Wilson and Cindy Blizzard met when Cin-dy’s grandfather, Nolton Heyward, passed away.

AARP driver safety program is coming to Wagener

AARP’s Driver Safety Program will be held on Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Courtney Senior Center. Attendance on both days is required. Cost is $14.00 per person ($12.00 for AARP Members w/ member card) for course materials and workbook and is payable on the first day

of class. To reserve a seat(s), telephone the Senior Center at (803) 564-5211. The Senior Center is located at 47 Roy St. in Wagener, SC 29164.

AARP’s Driver Safety Program (for-merly known as 55 Alive) is the nation’s first and largest classroom refresher for motorist’s age 50 and older. Membership in AARP is not a requirement.

For drivers 55 years and older, comple-tion of the class makes them eligible for a discount on their automobile insurance.

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BUSBEE K-KIDS’ EASTER BASKETSThe Busbee K-Kids put together Eas-

ter baskets to distribute to the residents of Perry Eldercare Nursing Home. Pal-metto Kiwanis Club of Aiken sponsors the K-Kids groups at both Busbee Elementary and Chukker Creek Elementary.

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Come CelebrateChrist Central’s 1st Graduation Ceremony

May 8 • 11am • Wagener First Baptist Church

Fall Semester Will Open August 24


Is your life impacted by someone’s drinking?1. Q. What is alcoholism?A. Since 1954, alcoholism has been

recognized by the American Medical Association as a chronic, progressive disease.

2. Q. What is Al-Anon?A. Al-Anon Family Groups is a fel-

lowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope with each other in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family dis-ease and that changed attitudes can aid recovery.

3. Q. How long has Al-Anon been in existence?

A. Al-Anon has been offering hope and help to the families and friends of alcoholics since 1951.

Al-Anon/Alateen has 24,000 groups in more than 130 countries.

4. Q. What is Al-Anon’s purpose?A. Al-Anon has but one purpose: to

help families and friends of alcoholics. Al-Anon is non-professional. We do not counsel or advise our members, nor do we endorse or affiliate with other agen-cies or organizations.

5. Q. Who can be a member of Al-Anon/Alateen?

A. Anyone whose life has been or is being affected by someone else’s drink-ing. This includes immediate family members, relatives, friends, co-workers, employers, etc.

6. Q. Does the alcoholic in a person’s life have to be a member of AA before that person goes to Al-Anon?

A. No, many people come into Al-Anon whether or not the alcoholic is drinking.

7. Q. Does Al-Anon help parents whose children have a drinking prob-lem?

A. Yes. In Al-Anon, members have a variety of relationships with the alcohol-ic. Sometimes it is a parent, teen or adult child, spouse/partner, sibling, grandpar-ent, or a friend. All members can offer and receive insight to recovering from the effects of this disease.

8. Q. Are people hesitant to come to

Al-Anon or Alateen?A. Yes, and there can be several rea-

sons. There is still a stigma attached to the disease; for example, people are afraid that someone will find out there is a drinking problem in the home. The family also becomes entrenched in the disease. Denial and isolation can become a way of life and make reaching out for help very difficult.

9. Q. What is the purpose of ano-nymity?

A. Personal anonymity, as well as con-fidentiality of members sharing in our program, creates a safe place to get help. We often say, “Whom you see here, what you hear here, when you leave here, let it stay here.”

10. Q. Do you find most of the peo-ple in Al-Anon have the same frustra-tions?

A. Yes. Even though people’s situa-tions differ, fear, anger, resentment and loneliness are some of the common effects from the family disease of alco-holism. Many people in Al-Anon and Alateen have discovered that no situation is really hopeless and that it is possible to find contentment and even happiness, whether the alcoholic is drinking or not.

11. Q. Will Al-Anon tell me how to get my loved one sober?

A. We come to realize that we can’t control or change another person and that our efforts to do this only frustrate us and can even make situations worse. In Al-Anon, we learn to detach by taking the focus off the alcoholic and concen-trating on our own healing.

12. Q. How do Al-Anon members learn to detach?

A. By sharing with each other and by trying to apply the Al-Anon Twelve Steps to their everyday lives.

As we learn healthy ways of dealing with our problems, we find that we live happier and better lives in spite of what’s going on around us.

13. Q. What are the Twelve Steps?A. The Twelve principles for per-

sonal recovery adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous.

(Suggestion: The Twelve Steps could be given to the interviewer in advance.)

14. Q. Are the children in the fam-ily affected by alcoholism?

A. Yes. Many children are pro-foundly affected. They experience many of the same feelings that adults do including a sense of loss, confu-sion, and guilt. Alateen is a program for our younger members. In Alateen, young people meet to exchange expe-riences and to gain an understanding of themselves and the alcoholic. This helps their own personal development and can help stabilize troubled thinking resulting from close association with an alcoholic.

15. Q. What is the age range for Alateens?

A. Their ages usually range between 12 and 18; however, some groups have members younger than 12.

16. Q. Does alcoholism result in cases of physical abuse toward adults and children in the family?

A. Yes, sometimes this is a result of alcoholism. As members grow and heal, sound decision-making skills are

learned. We learn to protect ourselves physically as well as emotionally.

17. Q. How are Al-Anon and Ala-teen groups financed?

A. There are no dues or fees. Al-Anon is fully self-supported by volun-tary contributions from members and the sale of literature. We do not accept any outside funding.

18. Q. Where can a person in this area get more information about Al-Anon and Alateen?

A. Call the Al-Anon information ser-vice in your area listed in the telephone directory under Al-Anon or

You may also visit www.al-anon.ala-teen.org or www.al-anon.sc.org.

For local Al-Anon meeting infor-mation, contact Nancy B. at (803) 564-6487.

Local meetings are Monday nights at 7 p.m. at Wagener United Method-ist Church, 153 Columbia Highway, Wagener, and Saturday nights at 8 p.m. at Saron Baptist Church, Wagener.

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Things are really jumping around the old Henhouse. Speak-ing of jumping, the Henhouse had a booth at the Springfield Frog Jump.

We had a bake sale and craft sale which brought us funds for the ministry. Anytime we can get out in the community, meet folks and make a little money, we count it as a success. Best of all, a good time was had by all.

The Willing Workers celebrated three birthdays this month: Letha, Viola and Estelle. We do our “celebrating” a little differently than most people. When it is your birthday, you serve the others. This tradition was started with Ms. Gussie and it is still carried out today. The birthday girls pre-pared lunch for all of us “other members.”

We were served chicken and

dumplings, butter beans, green beans, rutabagas, hummingbird cake, German chocolate cake, fresh strawberries and whipped cream. I can testify personally that it was a grand feast from three of the best cooks around these parts.

Linda Scott, a friend of the Henhouse, recently wrote a letter to Paula Deen of the “Paula Deen Cooking Show” asking her to consider giving to our ministry.

In Linda’s letter she described the work of the ministry and the good deeds done for our commu-nities, the outreach during nation-al disasters, supporting orphans in foreign lands and charities of all kinds. Linda even included a cookbook from the Henhouse.

Our plea to Paula was for a portable kitchen for this old farm house. Our present kitchen is not

up to the standard we need to continue to serve others.

Our servant’s hearts will not let us spend the money to fix the old kitchen because we must think of the needs of others first.

It is amazing what a small town group of women and men do as volunteers to aid the less fortu-nate.

Sacrifices are made of our time, money and sometimes our health just to insure that those who are deserving help will not have their

power cut off or that they not evicted from their homes.

One thing for sure, we know that God’s blessings have been on the Henhouse Ministry. Thirty-two years of faithful service and still going strong is our testi-mony.

Mark your calendars for our annual pre-Mothers’ Day bake sale on the Saturday before Mother’s Day (May 9). It will start at 9 a.m. and go until 1 p.m. We will have crafts and quilts to sell also.

Our prayers go out to Mary for her upcoming surgery on April 27 and the loss of her beloved pet. Jean, Ida, Juanita, Vertie Lee and Mildred remain on our prayer list also.

Until next time “keep thinking the good thoughts and remember to love your neighbor.”

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Arthur L. BrownSALLEY — Mr. Arthur L. Brown, 94,

entered into rest Wednesday, April 1.He was born in Orangeburg County and

was the son of the late Rhett L. Brown Sr. and Nellie Bailey Brown. He was the widower of Ida Corbett Brown and also predeceased by brothers, Rhett L. Brown Jr. and Harvey Brown. Mr. Brown was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in WWII. He was also a member of Rocky Swamp United Methodist Church.

Mr. Brown is survived by his children, Margaret (Charles) Hutto of Norway and Linda (Bobby) Courtney of Wagener; grandchildren, Stephanie (Dickey) Gleaton, Stacy (Tommy) Garvin and Tonya (Mike) Storey; great-grandchildren Jesse Glea-ton, Jeremy Gleaton, Trent Garvin, Cassie Garvin, Megan Garvin and Zoe Storey; sisters, Eloise Beatty, Jetter Gleaton, Dessie Rea Williams, Essie Salley and Nellie Rae Romanstine; and brother, Graddy Brown.

A graveside service was held Sunday, April 5 at 4 p.m. in the Salley Oakview Cemetery. The family expresses their appreciation to the staff of C.M. Tucker Jr. Nursing Care Center for their care these past several years.

Gordon Henry CoeSALLEY — Mr. Gordon Henry Coe, 44,

entered into rest Wednesday, April 1.He was formerly of Mattapoisett, Mass.

Gordon was the son of the late John E. and Margaret Bennett Linhares. He was a member of Salley Baptist Church. He was an avid treasure hunter and member of Treasure Quest.

Mr. Coe is survived by his wife, Christina Coe; children, Sara Ann Coe of Middle-borough, Mass., U.S. Army Spc. Thomas Christian Chaples, Matthew Charles Chap-les and Timothy Allan Chaples, all of Sal-ley; and granddaughter, Rayna Coe.

A memorial service was held Tuesday, April 7 at 5 p.m. in the Salley Baptist Church. Blizzard Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Kenneth HancockMr. Kenneth Hancock, 48, of 930 Sawod

Drive, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2009, at MCG in Augusta.

He was born Dec. 19, 1940, in Aiken County. He was the son of Grace Tyler and Hayword Hancock.

Services were held Saturday, April 25, 2009, at 2 p.m. from Friendship Baptist Church, 194 Green Acres Road, Salley.

J.H. Robinson Funeral Home, Wagener Chapel, 190 Railroad Ave. W., Wagener, assisted the Hancock family.

Leonard Tone Steere IIIIRMO — Mr. Leonard Tone Steere III,

66, entered into rest Thursday, April 2.Mr. Steere was born in Evergreen, Mich.,

and is the son of the late Leonard T. Steere, Jr. and Mary E. Steere.

Mr. Steere is survived by his wife, Nadia K. Steere; children, Vladislav S. Steere, Stephanie S. Clarke, Michelle S. Rogers, Jeff Steere, Leonard T. Steere IV, Zlata S. Steere and Mark Steere; nine grandchildren; sisters, Suzette Stockley, Toni Crisco, Nicki Cleaton and Sandy Robinson; and brothers, Douglas Steere and Dennis Steere.

Visitation was Sunday, April 7 in the Holy Apostles Orthodox Church, 724 Buff St., West Columbia, and concluded with a Panikhida Service, for those fallen asleep.

The funeral service was Monday, April 6 at 10 a.m. in the Holy Apostles Orthodox Church with Father Thomas Moore officiat-ing. The committal service was at the Saints Mary and Martha Monastery cemetery, 65 Spinner Lane, Wagener. The family request that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Holy Apostles Orthodox Church at 724 Buff St., West Columbia, SC 29169. Blizzard Funeral Home, 153 Main St. S., Wagener, (803) 564-5333, is assisting the family.

David Harold WelchSALLEY — Mr. David Harold Welch,

52, entered into rest Monday, April 13. He was born in Manning and spent much of his early life in Sumter. David was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. He loved many things including his family, friends, church, Western movies, his puppy Tippy, riding his golfcart and talking on his base CB radio. He was a member of Salley Baptist Church, where he was a former trustee.

He is survived by his wife, Yuvonne Welch; children, Bobby (Alisha) Herlong of North and Missy (Fred) Williams of Salley; grandchildren, Michael and Bobby Newsome and Bill Herlong; mother, Gail L. Welch; brothers and sisters, John (Sherry) Welch, Brenda (Steve) Wroe, Sarah (Eddie) Pope, all of Sumter, and Michael (Lorrie) Welch of Red Oak, Texas. He was prede-ceased by his father, Harold C. Welch.

A celebration of David’s life was held on Thursday, April 16 at 2 p.m. at Salley Bap-tist Church with burial to follow. In honor of David and in lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Blizzard Funeral Home, P.O. Box 235, Wagener, SC, 29164, (803) 564-5333.

Ludie Jane Jeffcoat SmithWAGENER — Mrs. Ludie Jane Jeffcoat

Smith, 82, entered into rest Saturday, April 25.

Sam Smith is the beloved and devoted son of Mrs. Smith and the late Bobby L. Smith whom she was married for 64 years and who preceded her in death May of 2007. James Garrison is also a special fam-ily member.

Mrs. Smith was born in Orangeburg County, the daughter of the late Charlie Tillman and Carrie Hutto Jeffcoat. She was one of nine siblings. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wagener and retired from Graniteville Company after 44 years of service as a lab technician.

The funeral service was Sunday, April 26 at 5 p.m. in the First Baptist Church of Wagener with the Rev. Dave Robinson and Scott Griffith officiating. A private committal service followed in the Wagen-er Cemetery conducted by Pastor Jimmy Jones. The family asks that acts of love be demonstrated with memorials being made to Wagener Garden Club Cemetery Fund at P.O. Box 94, Wagener, SC 29164.

Crawford Lee HinsonFAIRVIEW — Crawford Lee Hinson,

68, entered into rest Sunday, April 26.Mr. Hinson is survived by his wife, Arlene

W. Hinson; children, Thomas Eugene Hin-son, Daniel Hinson, Robert Hinson and Cherri Lynn Hinson; stepchildren, Jimmy Rushton, Anthony Rushton and Mark Rush-ton; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister, Linda Proctor; and step-brother, Purvis Milton Smith. Mr. Hin-son was the son the late Thomas G. Hinson and Elma Hinson Fisher.

The funeral service was held Tuesday, April 28 at 2 p.m. in the Pauline Church of Christ, with burial in the church cemetery.

Rayford PadgettMr. Rayford Padgett, 91, of 1200 Talis-

man Drive, died Friday, April 3, 2009, at UniHealth of North Augusta.

He was born Aug. 16, 1917, in Orange-burg County. He retired as a farmer in the Salley community. He was united in holy matrimony to the late Maybell Padgett.

Surviving are his loving and caring cous-ins and a host of caring friends.

Funeral services was held at 4 p.m. Monday, April 6, 2009, at J.H. Robinson Funeral Home Chapel, 190 Railroad Ave. W., Wagener, with the Rev. Eugene Guyton officiating. Burial was in the Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Perry.

DEATHS AND FUNERALS By BRIAN WATTS

This story is about a man named Noah, God told him to build a big boat

It’s gonna be real heavy, better make sure it will float

I’m read mad at the world so I’m gonna make it rain

There’s gonna be a lot of sorrow and a whole lot of pain

It’s gonna rain forty days and forty nightsYou’re gonna carry a lot of animals so

make sure the boat is right

The animals that I want is two of each and every kind

It’s gonna be hard to load them so I’ll help you make them mind

You need to get as many people as you possibly can

Cause I’m gonna make a flood that cov-ers the entire land

Everything that’s not aboard the boat will surely die

You’re gonna feel sadness and pain, everyone will cry

On the boat was Noah and his wife, his three sons and their wives

They were the only ones to believe what God said and they were off to better their lives

They floated around in the water for around a year

On the boat with all those animals, there had to be some fear

The floated around for quite time, run aground on a mountain call Ararat

You know they all prayed that day, won-dering where they were at

To find some dry land he sent out a raven, the he sent a dove

The dove came back with a branch sent from God above

After some time of floating around they started their new lives at last

Their old lives as they knew them, we’re already in the past

God said He would never cover the whole world with water again

I think he has already started getting rid of the worldly sin

These words are written by recovering addict with help from God above

Sober now my life is different, God shows me about His love

Just a little rhyme of some words I was chasing in my mind

Maybe God will give me some words about Moses and I’ll write that next time.

A Man Named Noah


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