November
18, 2019
Ridge Spring News
Harriet
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The Holiday Season
is here and we have our bells on. Ridge Spring Holiday Extravaganzas are onto
more events. There will be Black Friday and Small Business
Saturday on November 29 and 30. To top
it off, there will be Christmas Tree Lighting at the Gazebo on December 1. Hope to see you in town.
Mayor Pat
Asbill: FINALLY!!!! Construction will begin on the town
parking lot on December 2nd. We have been a year getting to this point, but we
will hopefully be finished with phase one by March 1st. We hope to move right
from the parking lot, phase one, into phase two which will begin with the open
air farmers' market. Phase two will include the market , a veterans' memorial,
and a splash pad. The memorial and splash pad will be on hold until we
find the money to construct them. We have sworn in two new council members,
Qwen Etheridge and Patrick Arnold. They have already had two council meetings
and are quickly learning what their positions will include. We welcome two new
stores in town: Carolina Pickens , which is already open and the Blue Canoe,
which will open in the old bank building very soon. We invite you to shop
locally for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Check the town's Facebook
page or website for plans for December 1st tree lighting. There are big
plans about for our children on both Saturday and Sunday
On
Sunday November 24th at 2:00 PM there will be an Old Time Revival sponsored by Helpful Hands Ministry. The Guest
Pastor is Dr. James Abraham from Bethlehem B/C, Graniteville, SC. The revival will be held at 109 Pecan Grove
Rd., Ridge Spring, SC. Dinner will be
served.
Carolina Pikins has opened in Town. It is in the old Broadus Johnson and Son
Variety store which is beside the 23 Mercantile Shoppe which is next to the
post office. Dana Dawkins and Sylvia
Gilbert run the shop and they are open Thursdays through Saturdays from 10:00
AM to 5:00 PM. The shoppe's theme is
Farm House Decor. Welcome to the
community.
Friends of Ridge Spring sponsored a luncheon for the Ridge
Spring residents who were 90 plus years old.
Lunch was served at the Ridge Hill Baptist Church's Life Center. There were six who attended with their
guests. E. Phillips Boatwright with his
son Skeet Boatwright, Joe Cal Watson with his daughter Mary W. Edmonds, Grady
Wise with daughter Sherlene Wise and granddaughter Patrice R. Wise, Pearl
Holston with son Larry Holston, Louise Thrailkill with friend Denise Martin, and
Betty Ann Cone with son Converse Cone.
The preparers of the meal were Steve Thomas, Sherald Rodgers who
provided fresh greens out of his garden, Effie Martin, Gerald Watson and
me. Steve Thomas opened the doors and
welcomed us to his Church and Life Center.
Thank you. We also added up the
years of the guests and it came to 559 years of living and thankful for the
years.
Mt. Alpha celebrated the Veterans Day last
Sunday, and I had the good fortune to take Joe Cal Watson to the event. Joe was the only World War II veteran, but
there were many more. One from Korea and
many from Vietnam. Even to the present
times for one was on active duty. Two of
the veterans were women. One veteran did
serve his whole time in Hawaii but was glad to get home. Many served in combat and stated that you
come back a different person. Yet all
were patriotic in their memories, thoughts, and being thankful to be in our
country. It was beautiful. Effie
T.Martin sponsor the Veterans Day celebration at Mount Alpha Baptist on Sunday,
November 10, 2019. The following veterans were given Get Away Travel Kits: 16
veterans from Mount Alpha; 2 Rock Hill; 1 Ridge Hill; 10 Pine Hill, 9 Reedy
Branch; 3 Jerusalem, 1 Coleman Thankful; 1 Monetta Baptist, 8 Ridge Branch; 1
Calidonia; and 1 Mount Peasant and one from RS United Methodist Church.
The
Ridge Hill Educational Association,
in collaboration with Ridge Spring-Monetta High School and Morris College,
invites everyone to participate in an educational information and College
opportunity event on Saturday, March 31st
starting at 10:00AM. The event will be held at Ridge Spring-Monetta High School in Monetta, South Carolina. All
parents, high school seniors, juniors, and recent graduates who are not
currently enrolled in higher education are urged to attend.
Ridge Hill Educational Association takes great pleasure
in bringing this event to our community. This is a historic opportunity for our
area; let us take advantage by attending
and by helping to spread the word in advance of the event. Thank you.
Review from
David Marshall James: "A Dangerous
Man" by Robert Crais
Thrills abound, L.A.-GPSed,
in Robert Crais's latest (of more than 20 books) novel, which begins innocently
and simply enough.
Isabel Roland, 22, is
still living in the Craftsman-style bungalow she grew up in, an only child in a
for-all-appearances idyllic West Hollywood neighborhood filled with bicyclers,
dog walkers, and strollers (baby to bigger). Sadly, she's already lost
both parents but maintains pals-since-kids and their 'rents within walking
distance of her child "hood."
However, Isabel's routinely
familiar life takes a swerving hard turn when she's pushed into a car with two
strangers, right out front of the bank where she works as a teller.
Luckily, Joe Pike
(ripped, from his sleeveless sweatshirt to his abs)-- a bank customer whom
Isabel rather fancies-- has just emerged from a transaction, and he witnesses
Isabel's abduction.
With Pike-- a bad-A
special military contractor, gun-shop owner, and semi-silent partner in a P.I.
agency-- in pursuit, Isabel is soon standing on the pavement, wondering,
"What the H just happened?"
But the opera is far from
over for Isabel, as she's the beneficiary of some long-dormant secrets that
have come to fruition like a Southern California citrus crop.
Fortunate for her that
she has garnered a personal superhero in Pike, along with his not-so-silent
P.I. agency partner, Elvis Cole.
Let's rock 'n' roll,
Elvis Cole.
Isabel's secrets keep
dropping like overripe oranges, wicked surprises ensuing. Crais juices up
the action with snappy dialogue and off-the-beaten-track characters, tempering
Pike's steeliness with an array of personalities bit-in-the-butt by lots of
"that's life" living.
Nevertheless, it's nice
to know that there are still knights in shining armor (make that bulletproof
vests) to rescue damsels in distress. It's a plot that's been playing for
centuries, however fictional.
Josie Rodgers:
I mentioned Alyssa Derrick’s equine accomplishments last week, but here are
more specifics about her awards. Alyssa competed in the Lexington 4H All-Breed
Horse Show and won several awareds: 1st place in Ground Pole Over
Fence, 2nd place in Ground Poles Equitation, 1st place in
Ground Poles Under Saddle (Champion in this division!), 3rd place in
Walk Trot Pleasure, 3rd place in Walk Trot Under Saddle (Reserve
Champion in this division). We are so proud of this 8th grader at
RSM Mid, daughter of Russell & Amanda Derrick.
On Sat., Nov. 30, from 4-6 pm, come out
to the Ridge Spring Arts Center for
hot chocolate and crafts! Children can spend an evening in their PJs at our
very own North Pole where we will read a favorite holiday story, create crafts,
and enjoy hot chocolate and snacks.
Amick Farms is
holding a job fair Tues., Nov. 19, from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. General production
positions are needed. For more info, contact the Human Resources office at
803-532-1400. Location is 2079 Batesburg Highway, Batesburg.
RSM Elem: The PTO is sponsoring a Holiday Craft Fair on Sat., Nov. 23,
from 9 am to 2 pm at the school. You can rent a school table for $25 and
display your crafts and goodies or rent a 10x10 space using your own
table/canopy for $35. Indoor and outdoor spaces are available. You can shop
from a variety of homemade baked and canned goods as well as handmade gifts and
décor. Retail product vendors and local services will also be on hand. Space is
limited, so reserve your spot soon. For more information, contact Katrina
Rodgers at rsmpto422@gmail.com or Kristine Sasser at ksasser@acpsd.net.
RSM High: On Mon.,
Nov. 11, the school honored veterans from all branches with a special assembly.
Students provided special music and introductions. Guest speaker Sergeant
Joshua Cooner was on hand for the keynote. There was also a table set that
honored those who died serving our country. Afterward, veterans enjoyed a
delicious lunch spread provided by the school.
On Tues., Nov. 12, the Farmer and Agribusiness Association
held its Nov meeting and featured a presentation from representatives of
Mccormick’s John de la Howe’s new
mission for the coming year. The school plans to become the first
state-supported agricultural high school in the country. Students from all over
SC will board at the school and be part of “a comprehensive curriculum based on
agriculture.” RSM FFA members and parents were in attendance as were several
F&AB members. John de la Howe – School for Agriculture is a “state-funded,
public, residential high school focused on providing a unique and challenging
agricultural education program. Students receive hands-on training in the
fields of agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, land management, food science,
and more—all aimed at assess the needs of modern farms.” This new program is
limited to rising sophomores and juniors and will include day students as well
as residential. For more info, contact JDH at 864/391-2131.
On Fri., Nov. 15, Ridge Spring Mayor Pat Asbill was our Principal for the Day.
Asbill, a former English teacher at the school, visited classrooms and spoke
with teacher and students about the improvements the school has made as well as
the excitement surrounding the move into the new facility. Dr. Webb hosted lunch with the Mayor and the RSM High Principal’s Student
Advisory Board, and the group discussed plans and ideas for improving the
school even more.
Congratulations to the Trojans football team for a big victory over Whitmire in the second
round of the playoffs. Despite the freezing temperatures and pouring rain,
family and friends were out in force to support the Trojans and experience an
incredible victory. Fans witnessed amazing performances by Collier Sullivan, Dantrell Weaver, Rem Leaphart, Bret Smith, Tray Dean,
Nehemiah Brooks, Cameron Davis, Demerius Daniels, & Ant Nerulus. This
week, the Trojans will travel to Blackville-Hilda for another round. Kick-off
is 7:30.
It’s American
Education Week, and the Beta Club
and NEHS will honor all faculty and staff on Wed with a delicious
breakfast.
After Thanksgiving, the Beta Club and NEHS will be selling Christmas and Exam Grams for $1 each.
The Christmas stocking cards or pencil shaped cards will include a special
message and paired with a special treat. These will be delivered to students
during ILT exam week. Contact a Beta or NEHS member for more info.
On Tues., Dec. 10, the NEHS and Beta Club
will sponsor Cookies and Stories with Mrs. Claus at 6 pm. This is a FREE event
provided for our community children. Kids can play games, create crafts, enjoy
snacks,
RSM’s Farm to Table: Place your orders by Wed
for produce on Friday! Contact Janice Douda or the school.
Harriet's
Garden Tips: Bring
in your rain gauge to avoid freeze
damage. Drain and store water hoses to
extend their lives. Protect your investment
in garden tools. Clean them up and
repair or replace broken ones. Plant
lettuce and hardy vegetables such as beets, cabbage, and spinach in cold frames
for winter or early spring crops.
Harvest Kale by picking just a few leaves from teach plant; this will
encourage continued production of new
leaves.
REMINDERS
November 23: Pre-Thanksgiving
Community Luncheon at Star Community Center
November 29: Black Friday Deals Shoppes of
Ridge Spring
November 30: Small Business Saturday Visit the
small shoppes of Ridge Spring
December 1: Christmas Tree Lighting at the
Gazebo
Jeannette Carr Memorial: 864.656.5896,
www.clemson.edu/isupportcu, Jeannette Carr
Memorial, Annual Giving Office, 110 Daniel Drive, Clemson, SC 29631
Ridge Spring Library Hours: Mon. Tues. 9:00 - 12:00; Wed. Thurs. Closed;
Fri. 10:00 -
4:00; Sat. 10:00 - 1:00.
Ridge Spring Post
Office hours: Mon-Fri. 7:30 am – 11:30 am; Sat 9 – 10 am
Recycling Center
Hours:
Mon/Wed/Fri 1-7; Sat 7-7; Sun 3-7; Tues/Thurs closed
Fridays &
Saturdays: AARS hours 10:00-2:00
or by appt, free admission
Every first Thursday
of the Month: AARS meets at 6:30, 685-5783
Third Thursday: FORS at Town Hall at
5:30 PM
Every 1st
Thursday: Audibel Hearing
Center in Ridge Spring
Security
Bank Hours: Monday,
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9-12 1-5, Wed. 9-12
Ridge Spring Town
Hall: Monday
- Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, Sat. 8:30am - 11:30pm
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