October Shorelines 2020

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our years ago, on Litter Deputy position to our ranks.
the campaign trail You asked me to beef up security at our schools. I’ve
to be your Sheriff,
the common theme added two (2) additional SRO’s, for a total of three (3), to the
that almost every one of the McCormick School Complex through grant funding which cost
thousands of you, the residents you, the tax payer nothing.
of McCormick County, I spoke
with was “We need a change”. In addition, I’ve replaced approximately 50% of the aging
You had confidence in me to vehicle fleet, funded and deployed a Patrol Boat for lake
bring about positive change operations, replaced an obsolete report writing system to
to this county and you voted a state of the art, modern, windows based system, secured
for me to be your Sheriff. I funding for body armor for all of my deputies that put their
promised to bring change. I life on the line every day to protect the residents of this
have been a man of my word county. I was a part of the committee to replace the county’s
on that promise. radio system. We automated a civil process and criminal
You asked me to get the warrant tracking system, and most importantly, I sat on and
drugs off of the streets. In 3 ½ years, we have made over 200 participated in an employee’s compensation study to benefit
drug related cases in McCormick County. not only our deputies but all full time county employees with
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Community Policing. I’m just beginning. These accomplishments over the past
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a position to County Council and added an Animal Control/ Office of McCormick County.

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SLV Board of Directors (BOD)
Sets Date for Annual Meeting

Opportunity to Vote for Your 2020 BOD Electronically or by Telephone

The Annual Meeting of the Members of Savannah Lakes Village POA, Inc. (SLVPOA)
will be held at 6 p.m. on November 5, 2020. The meeting forum has not been determined, but it will be
communicated through SLV’s normal notification channels and included in the Annual Meeting Notice that

will be mailed to all eligible voters on October 19, 2020.

There will be three Board of Directors’ positions seated at this meeting with each having a three-year term.
The SLV Nominating Committee for the 2020 Board of Directors election has determined that the seven candidates that submitted
applications for the three vacating positions on the SLV Board of Directors in November are qualified with the necessary experience

and their names will appear on the ballot:
Russell (Russ) Dickinson • John H. Gray • Dennis Kase
Greg Walker • Carolyn (Carol) L. Williams • Paul Wojciechowski • Sharon Ziemek

In reviewing these applicants, the Nominating Committee considered the following qualification criteria:
• An indicated interest by the applicant in serving the best interest of all SLVPOA Members regardless of personal interests or agenda.
• Previous experience, training, etc. that relate to Board duties or prior service through committee work, volunteer efforts, and similar

contributions.
• A stated commitment by the applicant to devote the necessary time required to serve the duties as a member of the Board.
• An understanding and acceptance by the applicant of the responsibilities and authorities of the Board, the SLVPOA management,

and the various committees of the SLVPOA.

The SLV Election Committee is pleased to offer eligible voters the opportunity again this year to vote electronically or by telephone. More
information on the voting process will be communicated to all eligible voters prior to the voting period that begins on October 5, 2020.

Candidate Bios

We encourage you to learn all you can about the seven BOD candidates before casting your vote.
Therefore, the following is a brief bio, candidacy statement and conflict of interest disclosure information

provided by each candidate.

Russell (Russ) Dickinson

Russ and Chris retired to Savannah Lakes Village in 2011. They have been married for 49 years and have two
grown children, one in the Seattle area and the other in Anchorage. Russ was born and raised in Canada, graduated
from the University of Waterloo in 1975 with a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering after which he went to work for
a large global chemical company. He transferred to the US in 1992 where he led teams in developing business
information technology strategy for manufacturing operations across several business lines. After 34 years Russ
retired in 2009 to establish his own consulting business providing support for design of manufacturing operations
systems in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for Kellogg Brown and Root.

Russ was first elected to the SLV Board in 2014. If elected, under the term limit conditions of our Covenants
and Restrictions this will be his last term. While on the Board he was the Chairperson of the Ad Hoc Committee
for Governing Documents, the committee responsible for updates to our By-Laws and Declaration of Covenants
and Restrictions. Before that he served on the Strategic Planning Committee in different capacities. He also has
served as Board Liaison to the Golf Committee, the Events Committee and is currently on the Tennis/Pickleball
Committee.
His extensive experience on the Board and various committees give him a unique depth of insight into the workings of SLV, its history and
the many issues facing it today. His career in a large multi-national, exposure to a variety of cultures and breadth of business involvement

Candidate Bios

have afforded him the opportunity to develop excellent people, leadership and business systems skills that would be an asset and compliment
to SLV’s leadership team.

• Statement of Candidacy: "Chris and I see SLV as a great place to live with potential for a very bright and prosperous future. SLV’s
success depends on growth but we must do so while maintaining the character and sense of community that we have all come to appreciate.
With my experience on the Board and various committees I have a particularly good understanding of the issues and challenges SLV faces
as well as the concerns and needs of our members. My career in business systems development for a large multi-national has provided me
with a breadth of business, technical, people and leadership skills. I know how to work with people from many disciplines and persuasions.
I want to continue serving as one of your SLV Board Directors to continue in shaping SLV's future and help ensure that we become the
premier adult community in the Southeast. I believe I have the breadth and depth of skills, and a demonstrated commitment to help make
that happen. I am committed to a constructive and purposeful working relationship between the board, our POA leadership and SLV
members. I believe in transparency, decisions based on data, and active engagement with all our members. I know I have the experience, the
skills, and the commitment to see Savannah Lakes Village become what it can be.”

• Conflict of Interest Disclosure Information as Reported by Candidate: None

John H. Gray

For the last fifty-four years of my life, I have lived in the Augusta, Georgia area. I have spent thirty-seven years
around the area of McCormick, boating, hunting and camping. One of my dreams has been to live on the lake,
and to retire one day, living in the McCormick area. I have been employed as a certified police officer for forty-five
years. During my tenure, I worked my way through the ranks in Road Patrol. I was then promoted to Investigator
as the youngest person to be promoted to that position at 23 years old. I served as a general Investigator, and
subsequently was promoted to Investigator Sergeant with the Violent Crimes Division from 1980 until 2000. I
spent the remainder of my tenure as a Task Force Commander in charge of the Region 3 K-9 Task Force for
the state of Georgia, under the employment of the Richmond County Sheriff ’s Office. My wife, Rhonda, and I
purchased a lot in SLV in 2016 with the intention to build. In May 2018, we found our forever home at 6 Overlook
Point. February 2019, I semi-retired and worked in the reserves for Richmond County Sherriff ’s Office until
November 2019. Savannah Lakes, you now have my full attention!

During my tenure with the Richmond County Sheriff ’s Office, I received the following specialized training:
Hostage Negotiator,(Georgia Police Academy); Criminal Profiler, (Georgia Post Academy); Supervisor Management (Georgia State
University); Instructor for Homeland Security (New Mexico Tech); General Instructor Homeland Security, (Anniston Alabama); K-9 Task
Force Commander for Region 3, state of Georgia. For the last twenty years, I had the responsibility of financial planning and grant writing
for the Region 3 K-9 Task Force. The K-9 Task Force was responsible for covering support for thirteen surrounding counties. I served on
the advisory board for the Richmond County Animal Shelter, been a member of AMBUCS and the Augusta Rotary Club.

• Statement of Candidacy: “Being a candidate for the Board of Directors for Savannah Lakes will not be taken lightly. There is no
doubt that SLV residents share similar concerns, and we appreciate the many wonderful benefits currently available to us. I will push for
clean water at a reasonable rate, work to improve safe roads by working with department heads and fellow Board Directors to improve
infrastructure and promote economic growth. I have developed tools through years of training as a negotiator, years of supervision/
management, and years of managing a budget. I understand what makes the wheel turn. Let me do one of the things I do best, watch out
for and take care of our community. I would appreciate your vote this October!”

• Conflict of Interest Disclosure Information as Reported by Candidate: None

Candidate Bios

Dennis Kase

Dennis Kase was born in Lincoln Nebraska and at the age of 16 years moved with his family to California. He
met his wife, Kathie, while in college and upon graduation with a degree in Industrial Engineering and working
fulltime, attained his MBA from California State University. Dennis’ career progressed through a highly diverse
background including positions in aerospace (Hughes Aircraft), medical supplies (Bentley Labs, American Hospital
Supply), food (Life Savers), and consumer products (Amway). He rapidly rose through the corporate ranks as a lead
engineer/manager improving operations and analyzing capital expenditures to successfully managing multiple plants
and finally as a consultant implementing operations improvements through the employee involvement/teamwork
concept. Some of his major accomplishments include: saving a client company from bankruptcy and returning
two affiliates of major corporations to profitability; developed and taught companywide seminars in operations
improvement methods and was on Ohio State University’s panel for “Achieving Manufacturing Excellence”;
installed Microsoft’s Great Plains costing system which shifted marketing/sales emphasis to more profitable
products; developed Human Resources policies and implemented hourly performance evaluation systems essentially
eliminating employee turnover.
Kathie and Dennis bought their property in 2001 and finally settled in SLV in 2012 after traveling the country in a motorhome for 5
years. Once here, Dennis wasted no time in getting started as an active member of the community by serving on multiple committees
and participating in the many SLV activities. He has been on the Finance Committee (Chairman); SLV Tax Commission; MSG9 Steering
Committee (Vice-President, Tournament Coordinator); Golf Committee (MSG9 Liaison); and Events Committee (Finance Committee
Liaison). Some of his accomplishments include: lead the effort to expand the Golf Annual Membership Program to include 9-hole play
which now accounts for 40% of all rounds played; chaired the Finance Sub-Committee which developed the Budget Process Guidelines to
better manage SLV’s financials; justified the purchase of new golf carts; established a database of activities for the Fire Department and First
Responders to better evaluate seasonal trends and future needs; coordinated multiple golf tournaments for MSG9 members as well as for all
SLV golfers of every skill level with the proceeds going to golf course beautification; worked with the SLV CFO in the development of an
attendance level requirement necessary for events being planned to “break even”.

• Statement of Candidacy: “My career experience in capital expenditures and operations improvements and now SLV committees uniquely
provide me with the capability to be immediately effective in moving the community forward. I have been successful in making companies
more profitable and revitalizing failing companies through sound financial expenditures, improving operational efficiencies, and making
them places where people want to work by listening to those who actually do the work.
“If elected to the Board of Directors, I will continue this practice by working with the developers, builders and administration while
listening to the property owners and potential buyers to provide facilities, services and a lifestyle that they desire. Furthermore, and has been
demonstrated in my career and at SLV, I get things done.”

• Conflict of Interest Disclosure Information as Reported by Candidate: None

Greg Walker

I met Jenny at Miami University, married in 1980 and moved to Rochester NY where we raised four wonderful
children. We now have five grandchildren. During our years in Rochester Jenny & I dreamed of escaping snow
and winter after retirement. That dream led us to purchase property in SLV during 2006. A few years later, Jenny
& I started spending our vacations at SLV. The amenities, value proposition and the welcoming nature of the SLV
community solidified that SLV was the right place for us. During those early visits, Jenny & I volunteered to help
with the NGA tournament hosted at the Monticello Golf Course.

I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Systems Analysis from Miami University. After graduation, I worked
38 years for Kodak in roles of increasing responsibility driving business process change utilizing information
technology. My experiences spanned roles in multiple business process areas including R&D, manufacturing,
logistics, purchasing, accounting, sales operations and supply chain. I was a member of a select team which was
tasked with reengineering and implementing business process change across all business units worldwide. This role
allowed me to interact and engage technical and business leaders inside and outside the corporation. I retired from
Kodak as the IT Director of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) within the Corporate Information Systems organization. In that
role, I had responsibility for setting strategic direction related to information technology investments. In order to successfully accomplish this
role, I was required to engage executive leadership to understand business goals, understand technology direction, organization capabilities

Candidate Bios

and business constraints to define strategic investments plans over a 3-5 year horizon.
Jenny & I relocated permanently to SLV in February of 2018. Since moving to SLV, we both have become active members within

the community. I am currently the Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee, a member of the MGA BOD’s, active member of the
McCormick Lions Club and a member of the Good Shepard Men’s Club. During 2020, I was the tournament Chairperson for the Lions
Club Golf Classic. Even with all the Covid restrictions, the tournament was a Roaring success.

• Statement of Candidacy: “I envision SLV as a growing and vibrant community with a great set of amenities and a strong value
proposition compared to planned community peers. As a member of the SLV BOD’s I want to improve alignment across the BOD’s, SLV
Leadership Team and the standing committees. SLV community members are diverse and talented. As a board member I also want to
explore ways to increase the engagement of community members.
“Since moving to SLV, I have actively engaged in various roles across the community. My interest in running for the SLV BOD’s is a
continuation of that engagement and allows me to contribute my talents back to the community. Throughout my career, I worked across
many business process areas. While my experiences are aligned with leveraging information technology, the experience of understanding
organizational goals and defining strategies based on both internal and external factors is leverageable across a broader context.”

• Conflict of Interest Disclosure Information as Reported by Candidate: None

Carolyn (Carol) L. Williams

I grew up in South Carolina-raised by a mom who owned a small country store after losing my dad to heart dis-
ease when I was 7. She was my inspiration to achieve in life and never quit. After completing two degrees at Clem-
son University - a BS-Mathematics (Computer Science) and a MS-Mathematics (Operations Research), my journeys
took me to Texas as the first female engineer (industrial) employee at Monsanto-Texas City where I helped develop
and train on Monsanto’s first online maintenance system. I then came back to South Carolina and then to North
Carolina and back to Simpsonville, SC for 30 years before moving to SLV in December, 2017. I changed careers
while also teaching on the college level during the first part of this time and qualified to become a CPA- passing the
exam on the first try. I found my passion and life’s work then and ran my own firm for 24 years -selling it only to
move here. I still have an active CPA license- which means 40 hours of education each year to stay current- and still
belong to the SCACPA and the AICPA.

After dating 4.5 years, I married my husband of 45 years. I have 2 children- a daughter who is an active Army
Reserve JAG Major, a son who is a Navy Lieutenant. Since my husband was an Air Force person, we definitely have
a military family story in our lives. I also have been blessed with my German Shepherd Josey- my third child I am told.
Since coming to SLV, I have served on the Finance Committee since mid-2018 and been a faithful BOD meeting attendee-ask any current
member. I also attend PAC and SPC committee meetings. I am a Rec Center annual member and an OAC member. In addition, I love fishing,
reading, and being involved in the community as a whole. (I used to play golf and tennis in my younger days, but my lack of talent laid those
to rest.) We attend McCormick UMC where I have volunteered with the Backpack Ministry.

• Statement of Candidacy: “Give your all and give your best is my philosophy for taking on a fiduciary duty such as being a BOD member.
Listen to the community you serve and never let personal opinions override the right decision for the community as a whole. Respect
everyone. Never be afraid to ask questions or to learn from others. There are always choices and you have to live with and take responsibility
for the decisions you make.
“I said when I came here that this was a hidden gem and it still is. I would like to help this community to have stable, responsible finances
and to continue to emerge as the star it is. We will have to work together-all of us- every committee and every member -to achieve that, but
this place is worth it. This is our home-both SLV and South Carolina. I want it to shine.”

• Conflict of Interest Disclosure Information as Reported by Candidate: None

Candidate Bios

Paul Wojciechowski

I started university in 1973 at Gannon College in Erie, PA with an ROTC scholarship. Four years later I was
commissioned in the Regular Army and after initial training I was deployed to Germany. While there I commanded
a mechanized infantry company and completed an MBA from the University of Southern California. In 1982 I
was selected to obtain an advanced degree at the Georgia Institute of Technology prior to joining the teaching
faculty at the US Military Academy at West Point. Among other assignments I commanded the Newport Army
Ammunition Plant near Terre Haute, IN, managed the base closure division at the US Army Environmental Center,
and commanded the Radford Army Ammunition Plant near Blacksburg, VA. I retired from the Army in 1997
and began a second career in the petrochemical industry. Over the next 20 years I led the development of seven
chemical facilities in the USA, Russia, Saudi Arabia, China, Brazil, and Thailand. In 2001 I received the President’s
Award from the Parsons Corporation and in 2004 I was recognized by the Russian Federation for leadership in the
development of a chemical weapons destruction facility there. My capstone project was based in Beijing, China
where I simultaneously directed the engineering and construction of two super absorbent polymer production plants, one in Nanjing, China
and the other in Bahia State, Brazil.
Sue Ellen and I were married in 1978 in Erie, PA and have two children, Sara (deceased) and Peter. We also have two grandchildren,
Atticus and Eden, who live in Erie, PA. We moved to the Southwind neighborhood of SLV in July 2019 for the weather, the quality of the
community, and to have a house on the lake.

• Statement of Candidacy: “I am competing for a seat on the BOD because I want to constructively serve this community among its
next generation of leaders. I offer a very strong commitment and the experience needed to steer the SLV community through its financial,
public safety, and infrastructure challenges of continued growth. As a new resident I bring a broad perspective of new ideas. I am out
front and I ask questions that provoke thought, challenge the status quo, and bring forward practical alternative solutions. I make good
decisions after careful deliberation, I am an excellent communicator, I am a consensus builder, and I have a strong motivation to not just
live in but to substantially contribute to and lead the community where I reside. Before moving to SLV I was the president of a community
association in Pennsylvania where I led the financing, development, and environmental permitting of a community wastewater disposal
system. And from my working careers I bring to the SLV BOD a disciplined work ethic honed by relevant worldwide management
experience in large and diverse organizations. I am currently serving as the vice chair of the SLV Architectural Control Committee where I
was the driving force to revise and make more understandable the outdated ACC Rules and Regulations document.”

• Conflict of Interest Disclosure Information as Reported by Candidate: None

Sharon Ziemek

Sharon was born in Queens, NY. At seven years old, her family moved out to Long Island. Over the next 20
years she watched as the town grew from sparsely populated woodland to areas of houses within feet of each other,
strip malls, supermarkets and industry.

Upon graduating from high school, she achieved an AAS degree in Telecommunications. She opted to take a
typing position at Underwriter’s Laboratories rather than commute to Manhattan daily and was quickly promoted to
an Engineering Assistant. She enrolled in Dowling College’s Physics program as a night student and completed her
degree in two years, graduating with a BS in Physics, Math and Natural Science.

She took a job in Boston working for Chas. T. Main as a mechanical engineer. She later moved to United En-
gineers and Constructors and was assigned to work at construction of Seabrook Station in NH, covering for an
engineer (Bill) out on short term medical leave. She and Bill were married seven years later and their son, Brian
came along 3 years after that.

She left her engineering career to be a stay at home Mom. While at home she developed skills as a goldsmith,
earned a certificate as a diamontologist from GIA, and decided to open a small jewelry repair shop. They ended up opening a full service
Jewelry store, only to close five years later. She re-entered the workforce working for Pan Am Airways. The airline shut down, but she was
transferred to the environmental department of their sister business, Pan Am Railways. As an Environmental District Manager, she was
responsible for environmental compliance for railroad properties in four states. She obtained Waste Water Treatment and Water Operator’s
Licenses and ran their WW treatment plant and potable water system and was Project Manager for construction of a fuel tank farm. After 5
years on call 24/7, she left to be the EHS manager for Barnhardt Manufacturing. In 2018 she retired and she and Bill found their way to SLV.
Since being at SLV, Sharon has served as a member of the ACC.

Candidate Bios

• Statement of Candidacy: “I am a candidate for the Board of Directors because It is my desire to serve the owners and residents of SLV
in a role that combines fiscal responsibility for the here and now with a vision of sustainable growth and improvement for not just our
futures here at SLV, but for future generations as well. I admire the village concept that has been developed here and would like to ensure
that it is an atmosphere that is maintained and nurtured. I love living here and have already been sharing the experience with as many as I
can, using social media and word of mouth. I believe that my strong organizational skills learned along with my varied life experience, my
successes and my failures, have taught me lessons that can provide a strong foundation for decisions needed to be made to maintain the
culture and growth here at SLV.”

• Conflict of Interest Disclosure Information as Reported by Candidate: None

Dan W. Robinson Jr., MD

FAMILY MEDICINE

Medical College of Georgia

Dr. Dan Robinson joins Savannah Lakes Family Medicine

Savannah Lakes Family Medicine is pleased to welcome Dan W. Robinson Jr., MD to the practice. Dr. Robinson will provide medical care
for the entire family including adult medicine, pediatric care, women's health, physicals, Medicare annual wellness exams, lab testing
and minor procedures. He has a special interest in behavioral health and adult medicine. Dr. Robinson is conversational in Spanish.

Dr. Robinson has had a long career serving patients across our region. He co-founded and served as CEO of Piedmont Health Group,
helping it grow from a small primary care practice into a large medical complex serving the Greenwood County area. Dr. Robinson is a
member of the American and South Carolina Medical Associations, and was named as runner-up for the South Carolina Senate’s 2010
Small Business Person of the Year. He served as Medical Director of Wesley Commons Nursing Home for six years.

To make an appointment to see Dr. Robinson or any of the providers SAVANNAH LAKES FAMILY MEDICINE
at Savannah Lakes Family Medicine, please call 864-391-2025 or 131 Holiday Road, McCormick
visit SavannahLakesFamilyMedicine.com.

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THE MACK

The MACK: End of Year Giving Information
by LOIS STRICKLIN
enhance our quality of life, provide social and nonprofits. These distributions can

McCormick Arts Council gatherings, and add vibrancy and beauty be a convenient way to support charitable

to our beloved County. All gifts over $250 causes and receive tax relief while meeting

HE McCORMICK ARTS Council include an annual MACK Keturah Club tax requirements for IRAs. If you may be

at the Keturah (MACK) was formed membership - our highest level and named considering a charitable donation ask your

on December 6, 1984 as a 501(c) for the historic site from which we serve our tax advisor about the benefits of gifting

(3) non-profit organization. In 1985, the important cause. We offer a variety of giving to a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. To

MACK opened its doors to provide quality options for you to consider such as our request additional information or to outline

programming to the public. The MACK was MACK Membership, Friends of the MACK, all giving options and opportunities and

presented the 1988-1989 Elizabeth O’Neill DONOR25, Legacy Fund, Endowed assist in creating your charitable giving

Verner Award by the South Carolina Arts Legacy, Capital Fund, and Corporate Giving plan, please contact Heather McNally,

Commission in recognition of outstanding Program. Every gift matters and helps our Director of Programs and Development

contributions to the arts. We are proud organization to deliver our mission - to at the MACK directly at (864) 602-0331 or

to celebrate 35 years of service to our provide art, culture, and education to our [email protected]. Thank you for

community! region. your support!

Our cultural activities include exhibits, art The following is the information required for your
education, youth programs, performances, Did you celebrate a "70 1/2 Birthday"?
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The McCormick 2020 World Day of Prayer Made a BIG Difference to the People of Zimbabwe!

by SHERRI KUMLE compassion in our hearts for the people of another nation
in dire need of food, clothing, education, and so much
HE McCORMICK WORLD Day of Prayer was more. And we gave...we gave from our hearts and our
held on March 6, 2020 and hosted by McCormick pockets, and we prayed that our giving would make a
United Methodist Church, sponsored by The difference.
Lutheran Church By The Lake as well as other
local churches. On that date in March, we were Now, in the midst of our own disappointments, sorrows
all on an unstoppable trajectory into an ongoing period and losses, we are hearing from the far side of the world,
of isolation, fear, an unknown future, and for many, in a place most of us will never visit, that we have made a
hunger, loss of work, illness, and even death. Our world difference…a BIG difference. We have heard from Connie
has changed drastically with the onset of the pandemic Littlefield, the representative of the PKZ organization that
that brought COVID-19 into the midst of all we do. Our our offerings are supporting. Connie has sent us a heart
schools, businesses, hospitals, and even our churches wrenching description of the ways in which the dollars
were forced to adapt to a “new normal” way of serving we sent are helping. She included photos, and they speak
the people of our communities. Looking back to that a thousand words. Please know that your giving and your
wonderful spring day that many of us shared in early prayers have impacted in ways beyond our knowledge,
March, we pause and know in our hearts that God blessed and that continued petitions of prayer for these desperate
us that day in so many ways. We came together as a families is appreciated and needed.
community of Believers, sharing a passion for reaching
out beyond our own sphere of the American experience. These are the words sent to us by Connie:
We praised God and prayed for the nation of Zimbabwe, "Elderly and vulnerable women waited 4+ hours in Gaza
committing our own resources so generously to a distant in the hopes of receiving 10 kg (22 lbs.) of “mealie meal.”
country inhabited by people we had never met. We held PKZ Director, Vrante Mahlupeko Jambaya, described
a very emotional distribution to 74 women. Close to 40
12 • October 2020 • SavannahShorelines.com women did not receive as the group was larger than the

College Women Picketing in Front of the White House, 1917
Gelatin silver print Courtesy of National Woman’s Party, Washington, D.C.

capacity. Imagine, these VAOTPEorStrFaiOt oRf PWerOsiMsteEncNe : McCormick County Historical Commission
grandmothers were willing presents this poster exhibition starting September
to wait because they had no by SHAARON KOHL 12, 2020, through January 31, 2021, in the second
food to feed their orphaned floor Art Gallery at the Red Rooster, 118 S. Main
grandchildren or themselves. HE 100th ANNIVERSARY Street, McCormick. Viewing hours will be 10 am
The PKZ team distributed of the 19th Amendment was to 5 pm, Monday through Saturday. It is hoped
masks and heard the stories August 17, 2020. the public will enthusiastically attend.
of these elders who had no
money for diabetic or blood The story of women’s The Smithsonian American Women’s History
pressure medication ($10- suffrage is a story of voting Initiative, “Because of Her Story,” is one of
15 USD per month), had rights, of inclusion in and the country’s most ambitious undertakings to
mobility issues and difficulty exclusion from the franchise, research, collect, document, display and share the
accessing clean water, who and of our civic development as a nation. “ Votes compelling story of women. It will deepen our
lacked proper food and who for Women: A Portrait of Persistence,” a poster understanding of women’s contributions to the
were concerned about having exhibition from the Smithsonian, celebrates the nation and the world. More information about
money for school fees for the 100th anniversary of the Nineteenth Amendment the initiative is available at
orphans in their care. This and explores the complexity of the “Women’s www.womenshistory.si.edu•
critical distribution was made Suffrage Movement” and the relevance of this
possible by McCormick, history to Americans’ lives today. Richard Crow
SC churches World Day of The crusade for women’s suffrage is one of
Prayer and by members of the longest reform movements in American [email protected]
Kensington, NH UCC. Mr. history. Between 1832 and 1920, women citizens Office: 706 359 4200
Mahlupeko noted the PKZ organized for the right to vote, agitating first in Cell: 864 602 1488
team is extremely grateful their states or territories and then, simultaneously,
for friends in America through petitioning for a federal amendment to The Affordable Alternative
who remember vulnerable the U.S. Constitution. Based on the National to Boat Ownership
Zimbabweans during the Portrait Gallery exhibition of the same name,
Coronavirus pandemic." Votes for Women seeks to expand visitors’ • Training • Locations
understanding of the suffrage movement in the • Variety of Boats • Unlimited Usage
Keep them in your hearts, United States. The poster exhibition addresses • Hassle Free • Value
even as we announce that women’s political activism, explores the racism
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the near future and out of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment
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PRAYER 2021. THE WDP voting rights across America. • Sofas, Chairs, Ottomans
Team is so appreciative of This important historical story is well • Rugs, Lamps, Mirrors
your support. A special note documented by ten engaging, full-color posters. • Lake Décor
of thanks to Shiloh Baptist “Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence,” • Interior Design &
Church for volunteering to has been organized by the Smithsonian Home Staging Services
host The WDP in 2021, as Institution Traveling Exhibition Service
we celebrate the country of in collaboration with the National Portrait Burton Plaza
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praying that the WORLD the Smithsonian American Women’s History
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We invite you to keep the
faith, remain prayerful, and
look forward with us to a
better future for all mankind
through God’s grace.

If you have questions, or
if you would like to continue
to help, please contact Linda
Crochet at 864-391-9696.•

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Call today for a free consultation! Local residents are invited to load the
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applications as well as continual Main Street.
Weeds?
Poor or compacted Soil? maintenance on a one year Three things promise a larger than usual
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Fire ants? care for all warm season turf
grasses. We offer a full range of • Outdoor venues seem to allay the fears
of the exposure threat of Covid 19;
services which include:
• The weather will be cooler;
Moles/voles? fertilize • All other events are cancelled—we all
Flies/whiteflies? pre & post emerge weed control
Flower beds w/ weeds & disease? are looking for fun diversions!!
Problem areas? fungicides Acknowledging these influencing factors,
insecticides the parking spaces available for vendors
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IT’S WREATH TIME!! MOVING SOON? Brian A. Hughes

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Christmas Tree Farms!!! • Personal move coordinator checked movers
• Lincensed and insured • SLV resident
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WHEN? NOW – sales close October 14
CALL 215-778-8209 • www.HughesRelo.com
WHERE? Nov. 21 pick up
@ Alpine Builders, Hwy 7, between 10-2

Bows available for $5 at pick up
WHY? For Christmas and support of

community projects
HOW? Contact any Garden Club Member

or email:
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VOTE Dennis K ase

2020 SLVPOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Examples of Being Active in SLV Since 2012

• Finance Committee • Chaired the Finance
(Chairman) Sub-Committee which
developed the Budget
• SLV Tax Commissioner Process Guidelines to better
• MSG9 Steering Committee manage SLV’s financials
(Vice-President, • Lead the effort to expand
the Golf Annual Membership
Tournament Coordinator) Program to include 9-hole
• Golf Committee play which now accounts for
(MSG9 Liaison) 40% of all rounds played
• Events Committee
(Finance Committee Liaison)

“My career experience in capital expenditures and operations improvements
and now SLV committees uniquely provide me with the capability to be
immediately effective in moving the community forward.”

If elected to the Board of Directors, I will continue to employ the
same methods which have allowed me to successfully work with
organizations like SLV’s developers, builders and administration while
listening to the property owners and potential buyers to provide
facilities, services and the lifestyle they desire. Furthermore, and has
been demonstrated in my career and at SLV, I get things done.

VOTING STARTS OCTOBER 5, 2020

SavannahShorelines.com • October 2020 • 15

Tara
Halloween

Cart Parade

Linda and Dick
Strout

and photos from
the 2019 Tara
Halloween
Cart Parade

by LINDA STROUT
photos by Nathan Elliott

GOOD NEWS, WE have the go ahead from the River Grille, for our second annual “Tara Halloween Cart Parade” to take place on
October 23, 2020. We had such a great time last year, so let’s do it again! Get those ghoulish juices flowing and let’s have another great
parade.

Tickets for the after meal, at the River Grille, will go on sale October 1, 2020, $10.00 per person. Please call the River Grille for
tickets at 864-391-4163. The food options are beef stew and broccoli cheese soup with rolls and crackers. I will be providing the
dessert.

Please email me at [email protected] if you would like to join the parade. Be sure to let me know if you have your own
golf cart to decorate or if you need one of the course carts. Interested in being a host house? Please contact me! Parade will be on
the Tara front nine. Wearing a mask should be easy for this event!•

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CLUB photo from facebook.com/SavannahValleyRailroadTrail

October OAC Events:
October 3 - Founder's Day Hike
October 8 - Annual Picnic (yum)
October 17 - Saddler's Creek Trail on Lake Hartwell

16 • October 2020 • SavannahShorelines.com

FEATURED PROPERTIES UNDER CONTRACT

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UNDER CONTRACT UNDER CONTRACT NEW CONSTRUCT. UNDER CONTRACT

407 Jasmine Ln - $299,900 131 Evergreen Ln - $248,900 119 Sweetgum Lp 125 Bereau Dr - $599,900
3 BR / 2 BA 1,880 sq ft GOLF 3 BR / 2 BA 1,703 sq ft INTERIOR Crab Apple - $244,900 5 BR / 3.5 BA 4,720 sq ft LAKE

UNDER CONTRACT NEW 3 BR / 2 BA 1,703 sq ft INTERIOR UNDER CONTRACT

PRICE REDUCED

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Presents Because of Her Story
10-poster exhibition celebrating
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centennial UnistueffdraSgteaintethse. United States. in McCormick RETURNS!

September 12, 2020 by SHERRI KUMLE

Se- pJtaenmuSaberepyrte31m12,b,2e2r0012221,02020 OUR READERS WILL be receiving this
- Janua-ryJa3n1ua,r2y0321,12021 publication in early October, and our hot
and muggy summer will be waning and
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oh, the wonders that we await, as winter
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of a long anticipated, and so-hoped for
2nd Floor Art GalleryWomen’s HisWtoomryenIn’sitHiaisttiovrey.Initiative. return of the McCormick County Historical
2nd Floor Art Gal ery Commission’s 7th Annual FESTIVAL OF
TREES!
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Our year of quarantine and isolation,
FESTIVAL OF TREES HOLIDAY MARKET confusion and change, uncertainty and hope
for things to be “normal” again has made
Come enjoy a winter wonderland as you walk through the 2020 the year of roller-coaster emotions. To
Festival of Trees located in the Grist Mill. Shop at the learn that this one tradition, that so many
Holiday Market located in the Cotton Gin. have come to love and anticipate from one
year to the next, is NOT CANCELLED,
December 4th and 5th brings a familiar childlike vision of
December 11th and 12th Christmas past to our hearts.
12 pm to 7 pm (all days)
The Grist Mill and Cotton Gin are part of the Historic The festival is scheduled for December 4,
5 and 11, 12 from 12:00 Noon – 7:00 PM.
Dorn Mill Complex We can mark this on our calendars and
206 N Main Street, McCormick, SC actually look forward to doing something
we love to do! When other treasured
Festival of Trees at the Grist Mill Holiday Market at the Cotton Gin traditions must be postponed or cancelled,
Step back in time and take a tour of this The Cotton Gin, part of the Dorn Mill and that heavy and now too-familiar feeling
historical building that the Christmas Elves Complex, is home to a Holiday Market. of disappointment has set in, we can
have transformed into a winter/holiday Local and regional artisans will be selling remind ourselves that there is a shining light
wonderland. This tour is for all ages and is beautiful handcrafted merchandise: that will be cast on our own Grist Mill and
handicap accessible. Bring cameras as you jewelry, jellies, jams, quilts, baby items, Cotton Gin in the Dorn Mill Complex just
will want to take lots of pictures. baked goods, etc. as it has the past six years!

The McCormick County Historical Commission is dedicated to preserving our history. The Dorn Our Historical Commission has worked
Mill Complex built in 1898 was the principal industry for the town and McCormick County for hard to discover that these events can be
most of the first half of the twentienth centruy. During this period cotton and other farming adapted to accommodate the many safety
endeavors propelled the economy of the region. guidelines that are now in place to keep us
all safe and healthy. Our patrons will be
encouraged to wear masks while inside our
buildings (we can’t wait to see what clever
Holiday designs the masks will have.) The
six-foot distancing will be easily achieved
with our one door entry, one door exit,
and one-way walking tours in place in
both of our buildings. Hand sanitizer will
be available, and all will be encouraged to
protect themselves and others by using it
upon entering the Grist Mill. The unique
design of this historical industrial building
lends itself well to separate and distanced
vignettes (more about those next month.)
You will be treated to breathtaking
experiences of drinking in the Christmas

18 • October 2020 • SavannahShorelines.com

spirit as depicted by our involved in this labor of
talented designers. They love, and the hours of work
have worked year-round to that are required to put it all
bring new and enchanting together each year. There
depictions of Christmas is an incredible amount
traditions for us to enjoy. Visitors will learn about the history of of research that often accompanies the historical representation
our unique community, become immersed in learning about the in various vignettes, along with the unselfish commitment of
folks who lived here before us, and how they lived in the late 19th the McCormick County Historical Commission in continuing to
century. There will be stories embedded in our vignettes that will provide this gift to the people of McCormick County and beyond.
take you back to your own childhood, and help you to envision the Please----give yourself the gift of having something wonderful to
Christmases from generations before you. look forward to and MARK YOUR CALENDAR! December 4, 5
and 11, 12 from Noon-7:00PM. Watch for more in the next edition
You will have the opportunity to visit the old Cotton Gin that of SHORELINES and other local publications as we get closer to
is located right next door within the Dorn Mill Complex. It will the FESTIVAL OF TREES.
be open to those who would like to “buy local” or just browse the The McCormick County Historical Commission is a not-for-
wares of 14 vendors who will be distanced in the wide open space. profit organization that relies on the generous financial support
They will be offering a beautiful variety of hand-crafted items for of our patrons. Historical buildings are in constant need of
gifting or keeping, whichever you choose! Again, one door to enter, repair and preservation. The donations made by our visitors will
one to leave, one-way traffic, and masks and distancing along with accomplish wonders in allowing this and other wonderful events
hand sanitizer will be encouraged. held at the Dorn Mill Complex to continue. Because we want all
to feel welcome, no admission fee is charged, but financial support
On a warm, late August morning, I was treated to a “behind the is graciously appreciated in the form of a donation as you exit the
scenes” preview of this year’s Festival of Trees. There is so much Grist Mill exhibit. Cash or checks made out to the McCormick
more that I learned from my August preview, but allow me the County Historical Commission will be gratefully accepted.•
pleasure of building up to sharing all of the details! You will learn
more next month about the people from our community who are

PETS OF THE MONTH Please leave a message at 864-391-2349 or email us at [email protected]
if you are interested in learning more about our available dogs and cats.

Jazz Tang

ALL THAT JAZZ ORANGE TANG

My name is Jazz and my My name is Tang. And like
favorite thing to do is to meet the drink, I am sweet and
new people. It’s not that I don’t colored orange. Unlike the
like my own kind –especially drink, I have never been to
the ladies – it’s just that I have the moon. I have been told
more fun with human types. however, that I am out of this
Whether it’s going for a nice world. This is something I hope
long walk or snuggling on the couch, I am your “go to” doggie. you get to judge for yourself.
I am still just a kitten and was born 6/10/20. Being a kitten, you
I am a 3-year-old boy, and I weigh in at a sturdy 48 pounds. I can probably guess that I am all about playtime. My favorite toys
am told I am shorter and smaller than most (personally I don’t see are a wand with lots of balls at the end and a laser dot, or “dot” for
it), so people say I may be a “pocket bully.” short.
I love the company of other kitties during play and even
I confess I have never had the pleasure of meeting a cat. I naptime. I love it even more if my play or snuggle buddy is a
am totally open to new experiences and will consider getting to human. I might even give you a big kiss to show my appreciation.
know your kitty as something fun to do. I have a playful spirit so I I already have all my vaccinations and other “details” will be
would hope kitty would too. taken care of when I am a bit bigger. I am looking for a loving
indoor home with a few toys and a comfy lap to curl up on. Let’s
I do have all my vaccinations, am neutered and microchipped. I make this happen!•
am looking for a comfortable indoor home that is filled with love.

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GOLF

14th Annual SLV Men’s MonTara Cup

by GARY DEARMENT

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAM matches to take a 5 point lead. The last winning records including; Dave Markle
6 matches were a different story, with (the only player to win all 5 matches),
Monti on winning the 14th Annual Team Monti gaining 4 wins and 2 ties, Mike Zimmerman, Brad Ziegler and
MonTara Cup Invitational competition resulting in Team Monti winning by 7 Fes Roller. Additional team members
(and retaining the Cup) by a score of points. were; Dave Skidmore, Howie Caccia,
45.5 to 38.5. This was a 3-day Ryder Cup Doug Sappenfield, Ray Tarnosky, Paul
style tournament held on August 27-29 Leading the way for Team Monti Dehlinger, Al Jeffers, Steve Grecco and
for the top SLV male golfers. The 12- were 7 players with winning records Greg Walker.
man Monti team was a combination of including; Captain Roger Byers, Nelson
players who live in Monticello, Savannah Hagy, Gary DeArment, Dave Herzog, The 3-day competition was concluded
Point and Shenandoah neighborhoods, Jimmie Wilkes, Pete Logiudice and with food, drink and awards at the
while Team Tara consisted of Don Smallwood. Rounding out the River Grille, mingled with the normal
players from the Tara, Magnolia and Monti team were; Bill Reynolds, Gary exaggerated golfing stories of the
Shenandoah neighborhoods. Richmond, Russ Booth, Mike Hunter good, bad and ugly shots from the
and Mike Duffy. competition. Fun was had by all, and
After day 2, Team Monti held a slim 4 everyone seems to be eagerly looking
point lead, but Team Tara made a valiant Team Tara was captained by Greg forward to next year’s event.•
charge with 4 wins and a tie in the first 6 Walker and led by 4 players with

MonTara Cup 2020 - Team Monti MonTara Cup 2020 - Team Tara

“Bragging Rights Recaptured by the WGA
at the Annual WGA-MGA Challenge!”

by SANDI ATOLS
WGA President

CONGRATULATIONS! WOW! WHAT a wonderful turn out Our “new for-a-day”
for the annual WGA-MGA Challenge at Tara on September 23, WGA member:
2020. We had 93 players, many of which rode together, so there
were enough carts. Thank you! thanks Dick (Strout)!
LEFT: Not only playing and competing, but supporting our leagues through donating
To balance out the teams, we even had a couple of men agree and sponsoring. Thank you members and Firethorn. And thank you Jim Atols for
to play for the WGA. Again, thank you! There was friendly 9 and handling the raffle.
18 hole competition, a successful raffle, good weather, and happy RIGHT: Our raffle winners: Mary Markle and Marcia Krishart in front of our “live
outside socialization at our beautiful course. The wings were great, leader board.” (Thanks Andy Johnston and Gareth Edwards)
and the beer was enjoyed thanks to our sponsor from Firethorn
Wealth Partners. Thank you also to the River Grille staff and the
Tara Pro Shop for their great service and assistance.

This year the bragging rights go to the WGA. Congrats ladies!
Congratulations to the WGA and MGA members for showing
such great support for your leagues.•

22 • October 2020 • SavannahShorelines.com

And Now The End Is Near! Covid 19 Points 1st Place in round #1
Rick Geisel with 36 points
by TOM KNOWLSON
MGA /WGA Challenge for Yearlong Bragging rights
AND NOW, THE end is near, for the SLV MGA regular season. The SVL Ladies rule the roost!
And so, as we face the final contest, I’ll state our case, of which
I’m certain. Our season has been full, we travelled each and every October Events Planned:
fairway, but more, much more than this, we did it our way. Missed 1. Two day two man team Stapleford Tournament, Oct 1st & 2nd
putts, we had a few, but then again, too many to mention. We did, 2. MGA/WGA Championship, October 7 & 8th
what we had to do, Covid 19 was our new 19th hole. At first, it 3. Team Turkey Shoot, Oct 7th & 8th
seemed we bit off more than we could chew, mistakes we made a 4. End of the season banquet – will be delayed until Covid 19
few, but through it all, we stood tall, and did it our way! restrictions are lifted

Congratulations go to the Silly Golf Rule Changes For Seniors:
winners: Rule 6. a.9
There is no penalty for so-called “out of bounds.” If penny
Team Match Play pinching golf course owners bought sufficient land, this would
Champions not occur. The senior golfer deserves an apology, not a penalty.
David Markle and Mike Payne
Ten Best Caddie Responses:
Individual Match Play #6 Golfer: “You have to be the worst caddie in the world”
Champion Caddie: “I don’t think so …that would be too much of a
TBD David Markle coincidence.”•
Vs Keith Wise

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HIGH-QUALITY, COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CARE AT 14 LOCATIONS

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 Uptown Family Practice
 Village Family Practice

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DEVOTIONS

Welcome to
Lutheran Church By The Lake

Highway 378 & Twelve Oaks Drive

Sunday Morning - 8:15 & 10:15am Lutheran Church By the Lake Expansion

Pastor Jim Kinsler by SHERRI KUMLE
864-391-3000
[email protected]

“Building relationships with God and neighbors” PERHAPS WHEN DRIVING between McCormick and Lincolnton you might

Good Shepherd Catholic Church have noticed the church on the hillside as you pass through the Savannah Lakes

Invites you to attend services Village region. Lutheran Church By The Lake sits on 7 acres of land, and recently
Wed & Fri - 9 am
Sat - 4 pm expanded its campus to include a beautiful Social Hall with a large kitchen designed
Sun - 11 am & 4 pm
Father J.P. Narichetti to serve the church and community for many years. Nestled at the bottom of the hill
Confessions:
near the Twelve Oaks Drive entrance, is a beautiful area separated by a gated fence
Wed & Fri 8:15 am - 8:45 am
Sat 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm that surrounds a lovely Memory Garden with Columbariums for cremation urns. The
1401 Greenwood Hwy,
McCormick, SC beautifully landscaped garden is centered by a peaceful water feature inscribed on
852-4722
both sides by scripture, and includes a focal piece of a large granite stone etched with

a Welcoming Jesus with outstretched arms. Surrounding the entire area is a sitting wall

and memorial bricks engraved with the names of loved ones who have passed.

Members of the church and other members of the community have been laid

McCormick First Baptist Church to rest in this peaceful setting since the first two units
108 S. Oak Street, POB 416, McCormick, SC 29835
864-852-2640 • www.mccormickfbc.org "Lutheran Church of Columbariums, holding a total of 96 niches, were
Michael Allen, Pastor By The Lake sits on installed in 2010. Over the past 10 years, most of those
Michelle Allen, Children & Youth Director niches have been purchased and reserved, inciting the
7 acres of land, church to add two more Columbariums with a total of 96
Sunday 9:45 AM and recently more niches.
Sunday School 11:00 AM expanded its
Morning Worship campus to include On August 21, 2020, a large crane arrived on site
Evening Service 6:00 PM a beautiful Social along with a flat bed carrying these two additional units,
Youth Program 6:00 PM Hall with a
large kitchen each weighing 22,00 lbs. The crane carefully placed the
Wednesday 5:30 PM Nursery provided for designed to serve large granite structures next to those placed in 2010,
Children’s Program 6:00 PM Sunday Morning Worship the church and and amazed the people who were gathered to watch the
Prayer Meeting community for process. We invite others to stop for prayer, to remember
a loved one, and to experience the peaceful presence of
many years." God. Those who wish to inquire about availability of a

niche may call the church office at 864-391-3000.•

Savannah Lakes Village and the McCormick area
have several places of worship for community involvement

and spiritual needs.

Please reference the advertisements included
on this page to learn more.

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Call 706-364-4234
www.MakeMcCormickHome.com

SERVING GEORGIA and SOUTH CAROLINA Since 2006

Independently Owned and Operated

DRASTICALLY REDUCED! Waterfront New ListinWgaitneErfvraonnst, GA Waterfront
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PENDING in Evans, GA Martinez, GA—REDUCED New Listing in Evans, GA SALE PENDING
4059 Payten Place, $305,900 535 Oak Brook Drive, $234,900 2529 Grier Circle, $245,000 127 St Andrews Lane, $245,900
Denni Evans, 706-619-4043 Denni Evans, 706-619-4043
Tourfactory.com/2789783 Tom Renard, 706-799-2547 Tourfactory.com/2793720 Tom Renard, 706-799-2547
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42.74 Acres of High Visibility for your next venture! Located at the
intersection of Highway 28 and Old Plum Branch Road, right across from
McCormick High School, this property is currently zoned 1-A, but has been

previously zoned commercial, and could be ideal for MANY uses…

Listed at $1,500,000

Contact Shannan Raye Speese at 863-529-9673 for more information!

WE CAN HELP find the PERFECT setting for your NEW HOME!

Choose one of our FEATURED LOTS or any of our listed lots, some priced as low as $1000!

Lot 5, Block 40 Birchwood Trace $200,000 Lot 11, Block 40 Waters Edge Dr $189,900

Lot 5, Block 28 Crown Point $180,000 Lot 8, Block 1 Bereau Drive $125,000

Lot 13, Block 15 Savannah Drive $115,000 Lot 17, Block 33 Kristen Lane $ 90,000

Lot 9, Block 7 Windy Circle $ 85,000 Lot 10, Block 32 Adams Place $ 79,900

HOMES ARE SELLING & BUYERS ARE LOOKING FOR MORE!
We’ve been busy, but are never TOO busy to help YOU .

Call for a NO OBLIGATION Consultation Today!

Information provided is deemed accurate, but not guaranteed, and subject to change.
Proud member of McCormick County Chamber of Commerce & Greater Augusta Assn of REALTORS®

Not intended to solicit clients currently working with another brokerage

MARKETPLACE EB Ed Banks Insurance Agency Sali’s Home Repair
FIND OUT WHAT YOU MIGHT BE MISSING
BRAD’S PLUMBING • Medicare Advantage Plans Painting • Driveways
• Medicare Supplement Plans Carpentry • Masonry
REPAIR, INSTALL, REPLACE - Serving SLV • Hospital Indemnity Plans Landscaping • and more!
• Final Expense Life Insurance
BRADLEY BEECROFT Guaranteed Issue, No Medical Questions Call (864) 980-2174

SLV Resident Call Me Today! 803-319-2975

177 ELAM DR WWW.EDBANKSJR.COM | [email protected]
MCCORMICK, SC 29835
Personal Injury
Cell: 864-602-9811
Real Estate
SC Licensed, Bonded and Insured
Family Law
LINCOLNTON OUTDOORS, LLC
Wills
1015 McCormick Hwy 100 East Pickens Street P.O. Box 805
Lincolnton, GA 30817 Abbeville, SC 29620 | Office 864.366.5400

706-359-5928 www.hiteandstone.com

PERRY BROWN, OWNER 183 Price Mill Rd.
Licensed and Insured Parksville, SC 29844
Home: 864-333-2591

Cell: 706-825-2032

BROWNS MECHANICAL SERVICE, LLC

Commercial & Residential Heating and Air Conditioning

Sales and Service

Preventative Maintenance Contracts

Emergency Services Available

AN INDEPEDENT DEALER

Savannah River Home Services Michael Sherard

ROBBIE RENNIE Fully Insured | Army Veteran Broker Associate

• Pressure washing • Trimming/pruning Savannah Lakes Village
• Lawn/yard • Concrete cleaning
maintenance • FREE estimates A SLV Windfall Group LLC Co. Real Estate Sales & Development Center

• Mowing/edging C: 864-379-4565
[email protected]
CALL 1-864-321-5092 SavannahLakesVillage.com 101 Village Drive
McCormick, SC 29835

117 Anthony Street TLMTLM TOWING Car Care & Detailing
Lincolnton, GA 30817 4188 Hwy 378 W, McCormick, SC

706-359-5330 24 Hour Towing
OPEN
We Specialize In
Monday - Saturday Auto Repair, Oil Changes, Tire Rotation
10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Detailing: Cars, SUV’s, Boats, RV’s
BEST CHICKEN & CATFISH IN TOWN!! Free Diagnostics, Pickup and Deliveries
Satisfaction Guaranteed
ANNA PERRY
Realtor For Service Call (864) 992-4200 • (864) 434-4203
Formerly known as McCormick Car Detail and Pressure Washing
1230 SC Highway 7
McCormick, SC 29835 THE GARRETT LAW FIRM, P.C.

Office 864.391.2700 Attorney & Counselor at Law
Direct 864.378.1336
Billy J. Garrett, Jr., Esquire
Fax 864.391.8607
[email protected] 109 Oak Ave. • REAL ESTATE Residential Painting • Commercial Painting
Pressure Washing • Deck Staining
www.SavannahLakesRealty.com Greenwood, SC 29646 CLOSINGS
864-229-8000 • TITLE INSURANCE Need a quote? Call (864) 993-8471
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• WRONGFUL DEATH faceboLoikke.cuosmo/nnuFmacbeebro1opkainting
[email protected] • PERSONAL INJURY

• Chimney • Wood Kirkland’s Landscaping
Sweeping Stove Sales
HaMnedchyanmicaal SnoluStieonrsvInicc. es Our Services:
• Lawn Care • Tree Trimming
• Chimney • Gas Log [email protected] • Landscape & Design • Pressure Washing
Caps & 864-378-6065 Sales 762-218-5216 • French Drain Systems • Sod
Restoration • Irrigation • Bushhogging
Licensed and Insured Call us for all your home repairs.
762-218-5216
Owner Rick Good Joseph Kirkland Chad Kirkland
www.goodchimneyservices.com [email protected] 706-830-7837 706-836-5060
111 Ashland Drive • McCormick, SC 29835

• Commercial • Residential • Industrial

Specializing in:
• Dump Truck/ • Commercial
Material Hauling Roll-off Finally... Aaskfumlel hsoewrvtiocseavaegmeonncey wtoithmMeeedticyaoreuPrlasnenGi.or needs!
For all your • Site Grading/ Dumpsters
construction Excavating • Gravel Hauling Just relocated to Savannah Lakes or aging into Medicare? We can help!

needs! • Top Soil • Dirt Hauling ● Medicare A•dMvaendtiacgaerePlAandsvanta●geHPelaanltsh Savings Accounts
F●●inMMaInleelsyddu.iir.cca.aanarrceeefAuS•••dlulIIMvpnnaspeddneldteriiavvvmigciiiddeecanuuerPetaalaaallSlgnDHusepneepnaclltyetah●mtlo●●IIennHmnssALetuueaaonerrllntnaathIgunnnySiccTostaieeueuevrrsrimansngeCscnaeAirocecrIonnusenutersadnsc!e
Call: (706) 359-4447 or (706) 318-5139 ● Medicare Supplemental ● Annuities
or Email: [email protected]

GOLF IT IS • Specializing in golf club repairs, [email protected] Provide●r foLronSgLVTesrmincCea2re0I0n1surance
re-grip, re-shaft, loft & lie
adjustment. Custom clubs - custom [email protected]
fitting. All done on premises.

• Complete inventory of grips & shafts
in stock

Dave Kenzie 864-378-0894 - Cell
26 years experience 864-377-8046 - Home
104 Windsor Oaks Ct, Greenwood, SC 29649
(off Calhoun Rd, near movie theater) APPOINTMENT ONLY PALMETTO MAINTENANCE
PLUS INC.
The Grass Is Greener On Our Side
LARRY ROBINETTE, JR. (864) 378-2722
Cell: 706-533-4426
&
Trunks of Gold Flea Market
ABBEVILLE PEST CONTROL
October 17, 2020 • 8 a.m. – 12 noon (864) 391-5097

Downtown McCormick, SC For all your
Park & Sell... NO FEE Lawn/Landscape Maintenance
Call 864.378.7032
to register Pressure Washing
& Pest Control Needs
Local merchants open too!!
TIMMY DEASON

Serving Savannah Lakes Village
for More Than 20 Years!

FULLY
INSURED

RENTALS CLOSE TO SLV
2 Bedroom
ADVERTISE
YOUR PROPERTY 2 Bath Cottage
Call (864) 391-3030 Available Short Term or Monthly

or Furnished
e-mail Totally equipped
shorelinessubmissions.com
WiFi
Also 1 Br Apartment Available

Short Term
Call: (561) 389-5347

KS

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Ping’s Spa is happy to announce that Some of Jeff Cullen’s
JEFF CULLEN, a new Savannah Lakes Accomplishments:
resident, will be joining our team with Massage Therapist - Disney MGM Studios animation
over 20 years in the industry. We are very department, Alaqua Country Club, Gary Player Senior
excited to welcome Jeff to better serve Golf Tournament, U.S. Women’s Soccer Team
and the Disney’s NFL Quarterback Challenge.
our Community.

We welcome you to call and schedule your appointment:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday • 864-602-0188

OUR PASSION & GOAL IS TO HELP HEAL, SPIRIT, SOUL & BODY

Village Spirits HOURS
Mon - Sat
864.443.3100 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Veteran Owned & Operated

• Come check out our great SPIRITS and WINE selection.
• We also do SPECIAL ORDERS on request.
• CARRY OUT is also available.

Pack Rat’s (Consignment / Flea Market)

MEAT & 3 VEGGIES WED. & SAT. 8$ .99
ALL YOU CAN EAT CATFISH ON FRIDAYS $10.49

PLUS MANY OTHER HOUSE SPECIALS!!!

Business Hours: “We pride ourselves in the quality
Wed. thru Sat. 1:00 till 10:00 of our food and as always
we have quick service.”
PH: 864.443.3360
4563 HWY 378 West, McCormick, SC

“COMING
SOON”

LAND 7 Huguenot Pkwy McCormick,
FOR SALE South Carolina
Savannah
611 N. Washington Street Call Lakes Village State Rd S-33-124 378
864-993-4681
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State Park CROSSING
7
378 (Definitely Delicious
and Ping’s Spa)
378
Lincolnton,
Georgia



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Family Healthcare Newberry has taken every possible safety measure to protect our patients Please wear a mask
from coronavirus infection during office visits: our facility is cleaned thoroughly and the staff to your office visit.
is well-trained in the best practices of infection prevention. Video, phone or in-person visits
are available as well. Don’t delay, visit mychart.selfregional.org or call us today to schedule
a visit that meets your needs.

Primary Care Specialty Care

Michael Erin Angie Richard M. Paul E. Kim, M.D.
Jackson, M.D. Talbert, FNP-C Hickey, FNP-C Christian, M.D.
Advanced
Family Healthcare Savannah Lakes Orthopaedic Associates Cardiology Associates
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Physical Therapy • (864) 725-7478

Samantha Storey, PTA Jeremy Hutton, PT Jeffrey Garrett, PT 207 Holiday Road, McCormick, SC 29835
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