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A packed
house
RESIDENTS SPEAK OUT
A G A I N S T PA I D PA R K I N G
BY BRIAN SHERMAN
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
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ocal residents packed the house at the
Sullivan’s Island Town Council’s special
meeting March 2, and all who addressed
town officials voiced their heated opposition to a
plan to establish a system of paid parking on all
streets where visitors currently are permitted to
park their vehicles.
Nevertheless, following discussion behind
closed doors in executive session, the Council
voted 4 to 2 to move ahead with a watered-
down version of the plan. Council members
Greg Hammond, Kaye Smith, Chauncey Clark PGA Championship returns to Kiawah
and Mayor Pat O’Neil voted to keep the option
Speakers at the press conference at the PGA Championship’s Media Day, with the coveted Wanamaker Trophy,
of paid parking alive, while Bachman Smith included, left to right: Julius Mason of PGA America; Roger Warren, president of Kiawah Island Golf Resort;
and Sarah Van Buren Church decided to side former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley; and PGA Championship Director Scott Reid. Read about the PGA
with residents – and a few non-residents – who Championship on pages 4 and 5.
spoke. Councilman Tim Reese did not attend the PHOTO BY CHRIS SMITH/PGA OF AMERICA
meeting.
As a result, Stantec Engineering will establish
a plan that must be approved by the South
Carolina Department of Transportation that
would determine where road improvements
Sottile won’t seek re-election
are needed to strengthen the existing dirt
shoulder. After that task is completed, Stantec STAFF REPORT
will estimate construction costs and apply for FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
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SCDOT permits for the shoulder work and to tate Rep. Mike Sottile announced “It has been a privilege to be the voice
install app-based parking kiosks on Department March 2 that he will not seek re- of my constituents in Columbia,” said
of Transportation right of way. election to the South Carolina State Sottile. “I am grateful for the confidence
Five other proposed tasks were put on hold, House of Representatives. voters in House District 112 have placed
based on an amendment presented by O’Neil. Sottile has served constituents in East in me, and I look forward to returning to
Speaker after speaker implored the Council to Cooper since 2008. His decision not to the Isle of Palms as a private citizen.”
jettison the idea of paid parking, most of them run for re-election was made with the House District 112 includes both
citing the deleterious effect it would have on support of his family. He does not plan to the Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island
local businesses and also on the character of run for elected office again, and instead and also covers the majority of Mount
the island. will spend time with his wife, Loraine, Pleasant, stretching north to Wando High
“I love this island, and this will be a bit of their daughter and her family, including a School and portions of Highway 41.
an intrusion on the easy way of looking at our young grandson. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Sottile
island,” said Pat Ilderton. “I don’t think this At the completion of his term in 2020, was elected to the Isle of Palms City
endears us to the off-island people. But if it has Sottile will have served House District Council in March 1990 and served on
to happen, it should be controlled by the town.” 112 for 12 consecutive years. During his the Council until he was elected mayor in
Wayne Stelljes pointed out that charging time in the House, he has pushed for November 2000. He served seven years as
vehicles to stop at Thomson Park on Breach school choice, increased road funding mayor before being elected to the House in
to help alleviate traffic issues, worked to 2008. He and Loraine, have been married
Council continues on page 4 reduce income and business taxes and for 42 years and have one daughter, Amy.
has been a strong advocate for coastal
environmental conservation.
BACK TO BE OUTDOOR
THE BEACH PREPARED FEST
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CIVIC
Isle of Palms Mayor’s Message
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his month, the city, the IOP Turtle objects and surfaces using a regular
Team and the IOP Exchange Club household cleaning spray or wipe;
unveiled the Hatchling Scavenger Hunt • Wash your hands often with soap and
in Front Beach between 10th and 14th water for at least 20 seconds, especially
avenues. This fun and educational initiative after going to the bathroom; before
will help the young and old learn about the eating; and after blowing your nose,
importance of the loggerhead sea turtles coughing or sneezing;
to our ecosystem. Grab a friend, head over • If soap and water are not readily
to Front Beach and pick up a brochure in available, use an alcohol-based hand
any of the local businesses so you can play sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
along! Always wash your hands with soap and
The city of Isle of Palms, in coordination water if they are visibly dirty.
with federal, state and local partners, is Several events are coming up on the Isle
closely monitoring the emergence and of Palms. The popular IOP Yard Sale will
spread of COVID-19 and preparing for take place at the Rec Center on Hartnett
potential impacts to our community. As Boulevard Saturday, March 28. Over 50
you know, the health and well-being of our vendors will be selling used or like new
employees and community is the city’s top items. Get there early – the event starts at 8
priority. City staff are coordinating with a.m. and runs until noon.
key stakeholders in our community and The all-time favorite Easter Egg Hunt will
planning for continuity of normal operations. be on Saturday, April 11 at 10 a.m. Families
It is important to remain calm and take are invited to come hunt for eggs, meet the
these simple preventive steps recommended Easter Bunny and enjoy free activities such
by the Centers for Disease Control to avoid as jump castles, cotton candy, face painting
the spread and reduce the risk of infection: and a photo booth. Jimmy Carroll.
• Avoid close contact with people who are Also, on Saturday, April 18, the city will
sick; host a free Hazardous Waste and Shred not allowed on the beach and beach access
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and Event at the municipal parking lot on paths. We need your help to keep our beach
mouth; Pavilion Drive. The event will start at 9 a.m. clean and beautiful so that it can be enjoyed
• Stay home when you are sick; and last through noon. for generations to come.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a Finally, don’t forget about the new For more information, visit the city’s
tissue, then throw the tissue in the rules on IOP. Single use plastic bags, website at www.iop.net.
trash; plastic straws and Styrofoam products are
• Clean and disinfect frequently-touched prohibited on the beach. Smoking is also Jimmy Carroll, Mayor
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March 13, 2020 3
Encore performance
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP RETURNS TO KIAWAH
BY BRIAN SHERMAN
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
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hen Rory McIlroy roared to an eight-shot victory in Kiawah’s second iteration of the PGA is scheduled for May
the 2012 PGA Championship on Kiawah Island’s 17 through May 23, 2021. The first time gave the state the
Ocean Course, his heroics were followed firsthand by opportunity to show itself to the world, Haley pointed out.
somewhere in the neighborhood of 50,000 spectators and 5 “South Carolina was still a little bit of a secret. 2012 was not
million or so more who watched on television. only a way to showcase great golf, but 5 million people had eyes
Nine years later, when Kiawah becomes the 17th venue to on a state that was named the friendliest state in the country.
host the prestigious event for a second time in 2021, more than You can’t meet a mean person here, and you can’t get a bad meal
150,000 people are expected to descend on the island from here.”
around the world. Its economic impact on the Lowcountry, Warren noted that the Ocean Course hasn’t changed much
$193 million eight years ago, will be much greater, according to since 2012, other than the sixth tee box being extended and two
Nikki Haley, whose resume includes a stint as the governor of new tees being built on number 12 – and the introduction of
South Carolina and as United States ambassador to the United paspalum grass on all the greens, tees and fairways.
Nations. “One of the reasons is it’s a very soft column of grass and with
Haley, now a member of the PGA Championship Council, the salt air, we have been able to produce superior conditions
was at Kiawah March 3 for Media Day, joining Julius Mason with that grass,” Warren said.
of PGA America; Roger Warren, general chairman of the 2021 And then there are the trees. Several of them have been
PGA Championship, president of Kiawah Island Golf Resort and replaced – even the dead tree that swallowed up McIlroy’s ball on
past president of the PGA of America; and PGA Championship the third hole in 2012.
Director Scott Reid at a press conference that officially “Rory’s shot ended up embedded in the rotted tree that was
kicked off the process of putting together a major event that sitting out in the middle of the fairway, but he was able to make
annually draws the best of the best in the competitive world of par,” Warren remembered.
professional golf. Warren admitted that traffic was an issue in 2012 but added
“It’s huge. You can’t truly put a price on it,” said Haley, when that “we learned from it.” He said in 2021, getting into the
questioned about the effect the PGA Championship will have parking lot will be easier because parking will be free. He added
on the Lowcountry and the entire Palmetto State. “We know it’s that spectators should still expect traffic congestion, with
going to be well over $200 milliion in terms of economic impact. 150,000 people traveling on two roads to the island.
We know that when you come to this area, you never say ‘I’m not “We know right now that if you’re in downtown Charleston and
going back.’ You usually come buy a second home. You usually you’re going to drive to the Ocean Course, it’s going to take you
come on a family vacation, and you usually move your business an hour,” he said.
here.” He’s confident, however, that the trip will be worth it.
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March 13, 2020 5
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through May 23, 2021, on the Ocean Course receive complimentary daily grounds tickets.
at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, where 156 of the More than 3,000 volunteers are expected to he Isle of Palms Garden
world’s most talented golfers will vie for the play a huge role in the success of the 2021 PGA Club will be going to
coveted Wanamaker Trophy. The championship Championship. Clemson Extension on
was last played at Kiawah in 2012, and the Ocean “Volunteers gain a unique perspective into the March 19 for its monthly
Course also provided the venue for the 1991 Championship, while also getting to experience meeting, taking a guided tour
Ryder Cup. major championship golf,” Reid said. through the Education Center
According to Championship Director Scott Adult volunteers pay a fee of $210, plus taxes with a master gardener. The
Reid, to make certain there is widespread access and fees, for a package that includes a volunteer Center’s focus is developing
to the most popular ticket types, Championship uniform consisting of two golf shirts, a jacket sustainable, efficient and
tickets will be sold exclusively through a free, and a headwear item; meal and water vouchers economical vegetable production
no-obligation registration process. By signing redeemable at any on-course concession area; an and conventional and organic
up online, fans will be able to hold their place in official PGA volunteer drawstring bag; an official pest management.
line, on a first come, first served basis, for the PGA volunteer water bottle; the official 103rd Everyone is welcome to come.
opportunity to buy tickets when they officially go PGA Championship program; and complimentary We will meet at the Exchange
on sale in May 2020. The earlier you register, at parking. building on Palm Boulevard at 9
pgachampionship.com/register, the better chance Adult volunteers, ages 22 and up, must work a.m. to carpool. The tour starts
you have of being able to purchase tickets. at least four shifts – around 16 to 20 hours. at 10 a.m. at the Education
Each person who signs up will be assigned a Junior volunteers, who don’t have to pay a Center on Savannah Highway.
group and purchase window. As your window fee, are required to work at least three shifts, The Club also will be selling
approaches, you will be notified how to place your approximately 12 to 16 hours. plants and garden-related items
order. To register to volunteer, visit pgachampionship. at the Isle of Palms yard sale
To register, fans will be required to provide com/volunteer and click “register here” at the top between 8 a.m. and noon on
their name, email address and ZIP code. You right. March 28. Please come out and
can register only one time with a unique email purchase some of our beautiful
If you have any questions about registering for
address. plants. All proceeds benefit the
tickets or serving as a volunteer, contact the 2021
Each adult with a ticket will be able to bring up Garden Club.
PGA Championship Office at 2021pga@pgahq.com.
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Transparency is the key
LEAGUE WANTS DISTRICTS TO BE DRAWN WITHOUT BIAS
BY GREGG BRAGG
THE ISLAND EYE NEWS SENIOR STAFF WRITER
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uffragettes in the early 20th century holding their “Votes of an independent redistricting commission.
for Women” signs were often treated to violence by an array “We believe that the map drawing process should be open and
of antagonists who painted them as an enduring threat. transparent so that the public and organizations such as ours have
Nevertheless, they persisted, and the 19th Amendment was added avenues of input. We want lines that don’t favor any political party
to the U.S. Constitution on Aug. 26, 1920. Heirs to the movement or incumbent. Other states have accomplished this through ballot
formed the League of Women Voters, and, 100 years later, the famously initiatives. … which South Carolina doesn’t have, so we have to go
nonpartisan group has set its sights on gerrymandering. South Carolina through the Legislature to get it,” said Howell.
representatives of LWV visited Seabrook Island’s Oyster Catcher Center “There are multiple redistricting bills in the Statehouse right now,
on Jan. 28 to discuss redistricting reform. and we’re looking to support H-3054. This has bipartisan support and
“Every 10 years, we redraw the lines of our legislative districts. This was introduced in the House last year. It is sitting in the Judiciary
is based on the census, which is coming up in 2020, and [the year after] Committee, and it is not moving, and we need it to move,” Howell said.
we’ll go through reapportionment [based on the 2020 numbers]. You The bill would create the desired independent commission, with
want each district to represent about the same amount of people, but, members appointed by both Democrats and Republicans. They would
if it happens like it has the previous decades, it will happen behind have to use a transparent process and would be prohibited from using
closed doors. It will not be a transparent process, and we really won’t “incumbent protection” as a criteria. The finished product would still
understand what’s going on with the map-drawing process,” explained have to be approved by the Legislature.
Shayna Howell, LWV vice president of communications and co-chair of Howell requested advocacy from attendees and was quick to point out
the redistricting work group. that the Lowcountry’s own Peter McCoy, R-115, chairs the Judiciary
“In South Carolina, the legislators draw their own lines [for the State Committee and supports the bill. However, Speaker Jay Lucas does not,
House, State Senate and U.S. House of Representatives]. The party in so help from constituents is needed. If it doesn’t pass by April 10, it will
power has control over this process, and ours is a nationwide campaign die in committee before it can impact redistricting in 2021. The full list
because both parties [draw lines to favor themselves]. My father was a of committee members includes:
legislator in South Carolina for 20 years, and, when I started working on • Peter McCoy • chairman • 803-734-3120
gerrymandering issues, he told me, ‘if you’re not good enough to draw • Mandy Powers Norrell • first vice chairman • 803-212-6937
a district you can win, you shouldn’t be at the Statehouse.’ ‘Oh, noooo. • Eddie Tallon • second vice chairman • 803 212-6893
Don’t say that,’ I told him,” said Howell to peals of laughter. • Seth Rose • 803-212-6971
She went on to illustrate the foibles of gerrymandering. You’ve • Cezar McKnight • 803-212-6926
probably seen the abstract on the internet yourself. Take a grid with • John King • 803-212-6873
seven rows (representing South Carolina’s seven congressional districts) • Laurie Funderburk • 803-734-3044
and an equal number of red and blue dots. If you put only blue dots • Patricia Henegan • 803-212-6896
in one of the rows, for example, the remaining six will have a majority • Beth Bernstein • 803-212-6940
of red. Consequently, the only way win a seat is by being darker red or • Justin Bamberg • 803-212-6907
blue than the incumbent. The effect drives voters to the fringe of their • Will Wheeler • 803-212-6958
respective parties, undermines the rule of “one person, one vote,” and
gifts inordinate influence to vocal minorities. League continues on page 9
The solution embraced by the LWV in South Carolina is the creation
March 13, 2020 9
League continues from page 6
• Max Hyde • 803-212-6790
• Weston Newton • 803-212-
6810
• Chris Murphy • 803-212-6925
• John McCravy • 803-212-6939
• Nancy Mace • 803-212-6717
• Jay Jordan • 803-212-6785
• Jeff Johnson • 803-212-6946
• Russell Fry • 803-212-6781
• Jason Elliott • 803-212-6877
• Sylleste Davis • 803-212-6930
• Neal Collins • 803-212-6913
• Gary Clary • 803-212-6908
• Micah Caskey • 803-250-5834
• Jeff Bradley • 803-212-6928
Full contact information
and biographies are available
by visiting scstatehouse.gov/
committee.php?chamber=H#jud.
LWV thinks personal visits to
your legislator are the best way to
make your voice heard, followed
by phone calls and emails. Asked
about petitions, Howell demurred,
saying legislators tend to get
inundated and ignore petitions
that aren’t hand-delivered,
preferably in small batches.
The event on Jan. 28 was
curated by the nonpartisan
Sea Islands Action Network,
an organization whose goal is
an informed electorate. More
information on their efforts and
ways you can get involved is
available at siansc.com.
Poe’s Tavern on Middle Street in Sullivan’s Island has been chosen as the For more information on the
Yard of the Month for March by the Isle of Palms Garden Club. League of Women Voters, visit
lwvsc.org.
www.islandeyenews.com
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FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
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he Charleston Outdoor on Saturday, and from 11 a.m.
Fest, a family-friendly event to 4 p.m. on Sunday. All of the
that celebrates the paddle excitement takes place in a fun,
sports and outdoor recreation festival atmosphere at James Island
communities, is scheduled for April County Park. A vendor village will
18 and April 19 at James Island be on-site with organizations and
County Park. businesses showcasing a wide
The two-day event features a variety of products and services.
multitude of activities to explore in Guests can enjoy live music
a festival setting. Guests can try from local bands throughout the
their hand at paddle sports such as weekend, plus food and beverages
kayaking, canoeing and stand-up will be available for purchase.
paddle boarding in the calm waters Attendees can explore the park
of James Island County Park’s and all the festivities free with
lake. A variety of other outdoor regular James Island County Park
recreational sports will be offered for admission – $2 per person. To take
all ages and abilities: experience a part in the recreational activities,
mountain biking course; try out the purchase a Try It Pass for $10.
sports of slack lining and archery; Children 12 and under pay only $8
scale the climbing wall; or test out with an accompanying adult pass.
the park’s disc golf course. The Try It Pass offers full access
Equipment and boats will be to the paddle sports and other
available, and expert staff will be activities.
on hand to help everyone learn the
Anyone who enjoys being
ropes.
Kids are invited to paddle active in the outdoors will find
across the lake during the annual something exciting to do at the
cardboard canoe race on Saturday Charleston Outdoor Fest. For more
or Sunday, and stand-up paddle information, including schedules
boarding yoga programs will take of activities and other details, visit
place throughout the weekend for ages 16 and up. CharlestonCountyParks.com or call 843-795-4386. This event is
Activities are open for all skill levels from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. made possible by Coca-Cola and Charleston County Parks.
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M O N R O E ’ S N E W N O V E L T O B E R E L E A S E D I N M AY
BY ANGELA MAY
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
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ew York Times bestselling author and Her book tour will
conservationist Mary Alice Monroe takes include a book
her readers back to the beach with her May signing party May
19 national release of “On Ocean Boulevard,” and 18 at 7 p.m. at the
she’s doing it with an important environmental Barnes & Noble
message. in Mount Pleasant
Set mainly on the Isle of Palms, Monroe weaves Towne Centre and
together a captivating story of family struggles an official Charleston
and triumphs along with details about the book launch party at
biggest environmental threat plaguing coastal the South Carolina
communities: plastics in the ocean. Aquarium on May 20
Monroe, an Isle of Palms resident, was at 6 p.m.
compelled to tackle the headline-making “On Ocean
environmental issue because she has seen Boulevard” is a
firsthand the devastating effects of plastic garbage wholehearted return
through her work as a board member of the South to the nationally
Carolina Aquarium and a state-certified member bestselling Beach
of her local Island Turtle Team, which protects House Series. In
nesting loggerheads. Book 6, the esteemed
Monroe said, “We’ve all seen the photographs Rutledge women –
of animals tangled in trash, straws stuck in their Cara, Linnea and
nostrils, guts impacted from eating plastics. It’s Julia – are back on the
heartbreaking and makes you feel overwhelmed beach to welcome the
by this massive problem. I explored the question arrival of a new season
of ‘what can I do’ and strived to answer it in of nesting loggerheads.
hopeful and inspiring ways.” As the endangered sea
“On Ocean Boulevard” brings to light turtles continue the
the current news headlines of plastics and cycle of the season,
microplastics through her main each woman faces her
characters in different ways. own challenges and
“Stories have the power to decisions that will
effect positive change. I want shape the next stage
my readers to feel empowered,” of their lives. As they
Monroe said. “That’s learn to trust each
ultimately my legacy as a other’s wisdom, they
writer – to share powerful experience the poignant
stories that entertain and passing of the torch
give readers hope that they from mother to daughter
can take better care of each to granddaughter.
other and our beautiful, wild
world.”
When “On Ocean Mary Alice Monroe is an award-winning, New York Times
Boulevard” is released in bestselling author of 23 novels. She found her true calling in
May, Monroe will go on environmental fiction when she moved to coastal South Carolina. In
a multistate book tour to her novels, Monroe explores parallels between the land and life, with
meet with readers and spark a strong, passionate focus on the challenges and threats facing the
conversation about what we coastal environment and beyond.
can do to turn the tide on the
Mary Alice
environmental problem of plastics. Monroe.
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R J
oe Bustos has announced
espite Care Charleston’s including sponsorship
16th Annual MORE. opportunities and online that he is running for
GOOD.DAYS. Golf registration, visit www. election as a Republican
Tournament will be held April RespiteCareCharleston.org. for the District 112 South
20 on the Seabrook Island To learn more about how Carolina House seat that
Club’s Crooked Oaks course. Respite Care Charleston includes Sullivan’s Island, the
Proceeds from the event will help can support someone you Isle of Palms and parts of Mount
the 501(c)3 nonprofit provide know who is living with Pleasant.
support and services to those Alzheimer’s or another form of Rep. Mike Sottile recently
living with Alzheimer’s disease dementia, contact Sara Perry announced that he would not
and other forms of dementia. at 843-647-7405 or Sara@ seek re-election.
Registration begins at 11:30 RespiteCareCharleston.org. Bustos, who served on
a.m., with a putting contest at For more than 20 years, the Mount Pleasant Town
noon and tee off at 1 p.m. It will Respite Care Charleston has Council for 13 years, feels his
be a captain’s choice format, provided support and services broad knowledge of municipal
with fantastic prizes for the top to those living with Alzheimer’s government will be invaluable
teams. A special women’s flight disease and dementia in in the Statehouse. He wants
will be added on demand. Charleston County. A 501(c)3 to use that experience to focus
The $175 per player cost nonprofit organization, RCC on education, keeping taxes
includes cart and greens fees, provides support groups, half- low, transportation issues
the bloody mary bar, player day adult care for those with and conserving our natural
gifts, lunch, beverages and a dementia and community resources.
post-tournament awards dinner. education and outreach.
Bustos was born in Joe Bustos.
Non-golfer guests are welcome to By supporting the needs of
purchase awards dinner tickets caregivers and the loved ones Charleston in September 1950.
for $35. they care for, we provide MORE. He was raised in Mount Pleasant
and attended public schools, Pleasant Waterworks and a
Space is limited, and the GOOD. DAYS. and improve the board member of the Charleston
tournament will go on rain or quality of life for those we serve. graduating from Moultrie High
School in 1968. He enlisted in Area Rapid Transit Authority.
shine. For more information, In 2015, Bustos was again
the U.S. Army in 1970, retiring
as a lieutenant colonel of elected to the Mount Pleasant
infantry in 1995. Town Council and was the
As a Charleston police officer, chairman of the Planning and
Bustos earned the J.P. Strom Development Committee of
Award from the South Carolina Council and a member of the
Criminal Justice Academy. He transportation, public services
has a bachelor of arts degree and water supply committees.
from Columbia College and a Joe and Kathy currently own
master’s degree from Central two businesses: Bustos Travel
Michigan University. Upon Service and Mount Pleasant
retirement from the Army, Flight Training. They have two
Joe and Kathy, his wife of children, Kelly and Brian, as
48 years, returned to Mount well as two grandsons, Nathan
Pleasant. In 2000, he was and William. Bustos is a member
elected to the Mount Pleasant of VFW Post 3137 on the Isle
Town Council and served in of Palms and the Washington
that capacity until 2009. While Light Infantry in Charleston.
on Council, he served as the The Bustos’ attend Stella Maris
chairman of the planning, fire, Catholic Church on Sullivan’s
bids and purchases and water Island.
committees. He was also an ex
officio member of the Mount
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STAFF REPORT
FOR THE ISLAND EYE NEWS
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he city of Isle of Palms of COVID-19 and preparing
and the town of Sullivan’s for potential impacts to our
Island both have issued community,” IOP Assistant City
guidelines for local residents Administrator Ron Hanna said.
regarding the possible spread of “As of today (March 5), there are
COVID-19, also known as the no confirmed cases of this novel
coronavirus, to the islands. coronavirus in our state.”
Both local governments are “The health and well-being of
warning residents to pay close our employees and community is
attention to the preventive the city’s top priority,” he added.
measures suggested by the “City staff are coordinating
Centers for Disease Control: with key stakeholders in our
◊ Avoid close contact with community and planning for
people who are sick; continuity of normal operations.”
◊ Avoid touching your eyes, Sullivan’s Island Town
nose and mouth; Administrator Andy Benke
◊ Stay home when you are pointed out that patients with
COVID-19 have reported mild
sick; to severe respiratory illness.
◊ Cover your cough or sneeze Symptoms can include fever,
with a tissue, then throw cough and shortness of breath.
the tissue in the trash; “Potential exposure could
◊ Clean and disinfect frequently-touched objects and surfaces come if patients have been in close contact with a person known
using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe; to have COVID-19 or if they have recently traveled to and from an
◊ Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 area with widespread or ongoing community spread,” he said. “The
seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; CDC is urging individuals concerned about their exposure risk to
and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing; COVID-19 to call their doctor. Calling your health care provider first
◊ If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol- gives them the opportunity to triage patients and determine the best
based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash course of action and could help prevent the spread of COVID-19.”
your hands with soap and water if they are visibly dirty, For updated information about the coronavirus in South Carolina,
visit the SCDEHC or CDC website.
“The city of Isle of Palms, in coordination with federal, state and
local partners, is closely monitoring the emergence and spread
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March 13 Is l a nd E y e C a l e nda r April 5
First Monday of Every Month music ranging from the Renaissance which will re-open to vehicular traffic a young Englishman, arrived by nonprofit partner, the Charleston Wednesday, March 25 Monday, March 30
What: Sullivan’s Island Beach Sweep. to contemporary works. Admission: no later than 6:30 p.m. Middle Street is shipwreck at Cape Romain. During his County Parks Foundation, will host WHAT: The Resilience of Coastal WHAT: College of Charleston
WHERE: Meet at the Sullivan’s Island free will offering. 843-722-7734, ext. open to vehicles throughout all this. remarkable lifetime, he revolutionized a fundraiser featuring the Charleston
Communities: Preserving Culture, Orchestra.
Elementary School bus loop. 237, pgould@stphilipschurchsc.org. the rice industry with a new design Symphony. A musical journey
Environment and Craft. WHERE: Cathedral of St. Luke and St.
WHEN: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. WHAT: Happy Pi(e) Day (All). for rice mills – powered by tidal flow – from New Orleans to Broadway,
Paul, 126 Coming St., Charleston.
that ushered in the era when rice was with detours to Europe and South WHERE: Gibbes Art Museum.
WHERE: Poe Branch Library,
MORE INFO: New monthly initiative to
help clean up the island. Volunteers of
Saturday, March 14 Sullivan’s Island. king in the Lowcountry and planters, America along the way. Tickets are WHEN: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. WHEN: 7:30 p.m.
WHAT: Wearin’ O’ the Green on MORE INFO: Changing climate, MORE INFO: The College of Charleston
all ages are welcome and can sign in WHEN: Noon to 1 p.m. including the Lucas family, garnered $75, and proceeds will go to support
populations and lifestyles have Orchestra will perform a spring
at the SIES bus loop. Participants are Sullivan’s Island I: Paddy in the Park. MORE INFO: Check out a book to magnificent fortunes. This event is free the foundation’s Pass It Forward
impacted longstanding traditions concert conducted by Yuriy Bekker.
asked to clean for at least 30 minutes. WHERE: Stith Park, Sullivan’s Island. receive a slice of pie in celebration of Pi and open to the public. For further Project. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks
of coastal communities. Join us for The program will include Ludwig van
Reusable gloves, bags and hand WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon. Day and Albert Einstein’s birthday. information, email batterygadsden@ will be included. Tickets available at
an interactive evening merging art, Beethoven's Symphony No. 5, Jean
sanitizer will be provided. Volunteers MORE INFO: Bring the family for an gmail.com or call 843-906-0091. CharlestonCountyParksFoundation.org.
culture and science with Cultivate Sibelius' Finlandia and Camille Saint-
early St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
are encouraged to use the South
Lots of entertainment for young and Wednesday, March 18 SciArt and Albert George, director of Saëns' Cello Concerto (featuring soloist
Carolina Aquarium’s litter-free digital
journal and clipboards provided by the old. Hazel Ketchem will be performing WHAT: 30th Annual First United Saturday, March 21 Monday, March 23 conservation at the South Carolina Maria Savelyeva). Admission is free,
WHAT: Beach Lovers Book Club WHAT: In the Mix. Aquarium. with $20 suggested donation for adults.
Aquarium to catalog their trash haul. Irish music between 10 a.m. and 11 Methodist Church Tea Room. For information, contact CofC Concerts
The beach sweep is sponsored by the a.m. and No Sleeves Magic will be WHERE: First United Methodist (Adults). WHERE: Simons Center for the Arts,
at 843-953-6315 or visit music.cofc.
Sullivan’s Island Park Foundation and performing from 11 a.m. to noon. There Church, 12 21st Ave., Isle of Palms. WHERE: Poe Branch Library, Sullivan’s 54 St. Philip St., Charleston.
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 26 edu/concerts/cofc-ensembles.
the South Carolina Aquarium. will be balloon twisters, face painters WHEN: Wednesday, Thursday and Island.
MORE INFO: In the Mix: A WHAT: The Kyiv Trio.
and a glitter tattoo artist, not to Friday: 1130 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHEN: 10:30 a.m to noon.
WHERE: Recital Hall, Simons Center
Tuesdays
mention cookies, fruit, water and lucky MORE INFO: The menu includes MORE INFO: Join a lively discussion of Conversation with Ranky Tanky, is
for the Arts. Sunday, April 5
lemonade. As always, this event is free! black bean soup, okra soup, shrimp “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” by Heather the Spring 2020 installment of the
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. WHAT: Lowcountry Cajun Festival.
WHAT: Toddler Storytime – ages 2-3, or chicken salad, shrimp or chicken Morris. College of Charleston Arts Management
WHERE: James Island County Park.
Program’s music industry speaker MORE INFO: Charleston Music Fest
with adult. WHAT: Wearin’ O’ the Green on croissants and many desserts. will present the Kyiv Trio – three WHEN: Noon to 6 p.m.
WHERE: Poe Library Branch, Sullivan’s Sullivan’s Island II: Public Pub Events. WHAT: Eating Healthy for Older series. It features a discussion with
virtuosos from a similar background: MORE INFO: The 29th annual Cajun
Island. WHERE: Sullivan’s Island Commercial Adults (Adults) host and drummer Quentin Baxter with
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. District. Thursday, March 19 WHERE: Poe Branch Library, Sullivan’s the other members of the quintet about violinist Nazar Pylatyuk, cellist
Natalia Khoma and pianist Volodymyr
Festival will feature a full day of Zydeco
music, authentic Cajun and Creole
MORE INFO: Enjoy picture books, WHEN: Starting at 11 a.m. WHAT: Stories of the Jonathan Island. their recent Grammy win, touring
food, children’s activities and more.
and managing, and their original Vynnytsky. The all-Beethoven
flannel board fun, sing-a-longs and MORE INFO: The whole family can Lucas family. WHEN: Noon to 1 p.m. performance will include two of his Charleston’s best Cajun restaurants,
activities that encourage language skills. enjoy food, drinks and other fun at WHERE: Fort Moultrie Visitor Center, MORE INFO: Local dietitian and songs inspired by Gullah culture and
most celebrated trios – Trio Op.1 caterers and food trucks will cook
local pubs and restaurants. You’ll 1214 Middle St., Sullivan’s Island. nutritionist Stephanie Hodges will traditions. A reception hosted by the
No.1 for violin, cello and piano up a variety of delicious foods. Those
be able to enjoy food, beverages WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. discuss senior nutrition and health. Avery Research Center for African
Friday, March 13 and entertainment outside of the MORE INFO: Roy Williams has been American History and Culture will and Piano Trio in B-flat major, Op. who prefer a tamer menu will have
the option to partake of Lowcountry
97, Archduke Trio. General admission
WHAT: The Duke University Chorale. establishments on the south side of invited by the Battery Gadsden WHAT: Listen to Spring. follow in the Hill Exhibition Gallery in
favorites such as seafood and Southern
The Marion and Wayland H. Cato Jr. is $25, and tickets can be purchased
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Middle Street from the corner of Station Cultural Center and National Park WHERE: McLeod Plantation. barbecue and traditional festival foods
Center for the Arts. Limited free tickets online at music.cofc.edu, by calling
WHERE: St. Philip’s Church, 142 22 through Station 22½, and also on Service to tell stories of the Jonathan WHEN: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. including hot dogs, snow cones and
are available to students and the public 517-980-1295 or at the door. All
Church St., Charleston. Station 22½, which will be closed to Lucas family based on his recently MORE INFO: The Charleston County funnel cakes.
at inthemixrankytanky.eventbrite.com. students can attend for $10 admission
MORE INFO: The Chorale will present vehicles between Middle and I’on but published book, co-authored by Park and Recreation Commission’s at the door.
a concert of sacred and secular Alexander Lucas Lofton. Lucas,
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886-FISH (3474) A small island bistro, with a wide range fish tacos. $$
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843.416.5020 Home Team BBQ and pastries from the coffee bar and
beardcatsweetshop.com Not limited to barbeque, this casual eatery dinner or lunch at the restaurant along
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quesadillas, Sunday Brunch. $$ therefugeiop.com
Ben & Jerry’s 843.883.3131 1517 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms
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843.886.6314 Luke N Ollie Market, come enjoy breakfast, smoothies,
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The Dinghy 843.416.5020
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porch, and live music. $-$$
843.242.8310 Papi’s Taqueria
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Dunleavy’s Pub 1012 Ocean Blvd
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bar stages weekly live folk, country & 843.926.PAPI (7274)
acoustic music. $-$$
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ishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community has
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Charitable Fund to nine local charities. Chosen through a he 29th annual Cajun Festival will feature a full day of Zydeco
selection process completed by Bishop Gadsden residents, the 2019 music, authentic Cajun and Creole food, children’s activities
charitable grant recipients and the dollars they received include: and more April 5 at James Island County Park.
• Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic • $75,000 Charleston’s best Cajun restaurants, caterers and food trucks
• Ronald McDonald House • $65,000 will cook up a variety of delicious foods from noon to 6 p.m. Among
• Sea Island Water Wellness • $65,000 the dishes attendees will be able to enjoy are jambalaya, alligator,
• One80 Place • $25,715 etouffee, andouille sausage and, of course, crawfish. Those who
• Friends of Fisher House • $20,000 prefer a tamer menu will have the option to partake of Lowcountry
• Sea Island Habitat for Humanity • $20,000 favorites such as seafood and Southern barbecue and traditional
• Lowcountry Orphan Relief • $3,285 festival foods including hot dogs, snow cones and funnel cakes.
• Lowcountry Food Bank • $3,311 Festival-goers also will be able to dust off their dance moves to
• Fresh Start Visions • $2,700 nonstop Zydeco and Cajun music, performed on stage throughout
The Bishop Gadsden Charitable Fund began in 2018 as a more the day. Here’s the 2020 Lowcountry Cajun Festival entertainment
formalized process of the Bishop Gadsden outreach program, which lineup: 1 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. - Battery Brass Band; 2:30 p.m. to 4
was established by the residents in 2000 and has distributed more p.m. - Johnny Ace & Sidewalk Zydeco; and 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. - CJ
than $2.7 million to Charleston area charitable organizations. Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band.
Today’s Charitable Fund program provides the Bishop Gadsden Other entertainment options will include “Who Calls the Swamp
Community the opportunity to support residents who require Home?”, a reptile show presented by Friends of Coastal SC at 1
financial assistance for residency within Bishop Gadsden – more p.m., as well as the annual crawfish eating contest at 2:30 p.m.
than $400,000 in 2019 – as well as assist nonprofit organizations in Spaces for the contest are limited, so participants are encouraged
the tri-county area. to sign up when they arrive at the event. Other festivities include
“Bishop Gadsden’s history and mission are based on the belief a crafters’ market, souvenirs for sale and a kids’ area featuring
in supporting our fellow neighbors and community, and the Bishop mechanical and inflatable rides.
Gadsden Charitable Fund exemplifies our mission,” said President/ Admission to the Lowcountry Cajun Festival is $15, but it’s free
CEO Sarah Tipton. “Seeing the significant impact our residents, for Gold Pass holders and for those 12 and under with a paying
employee team members, board members, families and friends have adult. Gold Passes will not be sold on-site the day of the festival
on our residents who require financial assistance during such a but may be obtained in advance at CharlestonCountyParks.
fragile time of their life, as well as area charitable organizations, com. Attendees will have to buy tickets to purchase food from
is quite remarkable. It makes me tremendously proud of our the vendors. Credit will be accepted at select locations, but, for
community and enthusiastic for the great things these grants will convenience, festival-goers are encouraged to bring cash. No coolers,
do for the Charleston area.” outside alcohol or pets will be permitted, and carpooling is highly
Bishop Gadsden is a thriving life plan retirement community on encouraged.
over 120 acres of lush marshlands and majestic oaks on James The dog park at James Island County Park will be closed on April
Island, just 10 minutes from downtown Charleston. A top city of 5 for the festival. The Lowcountry Cajun Festival is presented by
Charleston employer, Bishop Gadsden is nationally recognized Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union and supported by Coca-Cola, the
for its architectural design, high-quality programs and services, Charleston Animal Society and Charleston County Parks. The park is
offering its 500 residents the amenities, support and freedom to live located at 871 Riverland Drive. For more information, call 843-795-
truly extraordinary lives.
4386 or visit CharlestonCountyParks.com.
off-island eats
Bacco in Charleston Harbor Resort & Kid Cashew
Regional Italian restaurant featuring Marina, deck & rooftop bar. $$-$$$ A place to have fun while enjoying food
fresh pastas, fior di latte mozzarella and charlestonharborfishhouse.com you crave and drinks that work. Our menu
Neapolitan style pizzas from the wood 843.284.7070 is inspired by the Mediterranean and the
burning oven. $$$ 32 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant beauty of Charleston. $-$$
843.884.6969 www.kidcashewcharleston.com
baccocharleston.com Flying Biscuit 843.352.7585
976 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt. Pleasant Breakfast/lunch 7 am to 3 pm. Featuring 1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt Pleasant
delicious smothered biscuits. $-$$
Bistro Toulouse www.flyingbiscuit.com Sewee Restaurant
Parisian-style nook serving seasonal, 843.352.9400 Southern-style seafood & other fried fare
regional French dishes with a modern 794 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant in a casual joint with checkered tables &
twist, plus global wines. $-$$ homey decor. $$
843.216.3434 Ghost Monkey Nano Brewery 843.928.3609
bistrotoulouse.com Features a consistent rotation of locally seeweerestaurantinc.com
1220 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt Pleasant brewed beer made in Mount Pleasant. 4808 N Hwy 17, Awendaw
Taproom, live music, food. $$
Bon Banh Mi 843.352.3462 Stack’s Coastal Kitchen
Southeast Asian Cuisine, Rice Bowls, ghostmonkeybrewery.com Join us for lunch, where we offer fresh
Noodles, sandwiches, small plates, 522 Wando Ln, Mt Pleasant soup, salads, and sandwiches. Enjoy
vegetarian options. $ dinner in a casual bistro-style setting, nice
843.388.7080 H&R Sweet Shop selection and outdoor seating. $$
banhbonmi.com Famous redfish and rice, fried chicken, 843.388.6968
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt Pleasant shrimp, bbq ribs. $ stackscoastalkitchen.com
843.884.2118 1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt. Pleasant
Coorg 102 Royall Ave, Mt Pleasant
Coorg Coffee and Regional Indian Cuisine.
$-$$ Jack's Cosmic Dogs
Mon-Sat 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Kitschy space-themed spot serving hot
www.coorgindiancafe.com dogs topped with creative condiments, plus
843.936.3176 sides & ice cream. $ TO ADVERTISE IN THE DINING GUIDE CALL
1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt Pleasant
Fish Restaurant
Stylish area-sourced seafood spot
843.884.7677
jackscosmicdogs.com
2805 N Hwy 17, Mt Pleasant 886 6397
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