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The Upstate SC chapter of the Honor Flight program was founded in Simpsonville, SC in 2008. Since then, they have been flying twice a year, and providing our upstate veterans with a day trip tour of their memorials in Washington DC. Six months of planning, fundraising and late nights come together for one beautiful day of remembrance. The April 22nd flight was a wonderful experience, and the hard work of the many volunteers
was evident throughout every stop on the itinerary. From coping with light showers at the Korean War Memorial, to delivering our Veterans at exactly the right time to witness the Changing of the Guard at Arlington, the dedication and planning by the organizers was inspiring to watch. I had much more planned for this article, but I received a letter from Mr. Jack Pendarvis of Simpsonville, (Continued on Pg.4)
Honor Flight Veterans at the World War II Memorial in DC Photo Credit: Gwinn Davis, gwinndavisphotos.com
Upstate SC Korean War Veterans embark on their First Honor Flight
by Beth Kelley Fann and Contributor Jack Pendarvis, US Navy, Retired
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The Upstate SC chapter of the Honor Flight program
was founded in Simpsonville, SC in 2008. Since then,
they’ve been flying twice a year, and providing our
upstate veterans with a day trip tour of their memorials
in Washington DC. Six months of planning, fundraising
and late nights come together for one beautiful day of
remembrance. The April 22nd flight was a wonderful
experience, and the hard work of the many volunteers and
Guardians was evident throughout every stop on
the itinerary. From coping with light showers at the
Korean War Memorial, to delivering our Veterans at
exactly the right time to witness the Changing of the
Guard at Arlington, the dedication and planning by the
organizers was inspiring to watch. I had much more
planned for this article, but I received a letter from Mr.
Jack Pendarvis of Simpsonville, (Continued on Pg.4)
Photo Credit: Gwinn Davis, gwinndavisphotos.com
Upstate SC Korean War Veterans embark
on their First Honor Flightby Beth Kelley Fann and Contributor Jack Pendarvis, US Navy, Retired
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The Upstate SC chapter of the Honor Flight program
was founded in Simpsonville, SC in 2008. Since then,
they’ve been flying twice a year, and providing our
upstate veterans with a day trip tour of their memorials
in Washington DC. Six months of planning, fundraising
and late nights come together for one beautiful day of
remembrance. The April 22nd flight was a wonderful
experience, and the hard work of the many volunteers and
Guardians was evident throughout every stop on
the itinerary. From coping with light showers at the
Korean War Memorial, to delivering our Veterans at
exactly the right time to witness the Changing of the
Guard at Arlington, the dedication and planning by the
organizers was inspiring to watch. I had much more
planned for this article, but I received a letter from Mr.
Jack Pendarvis of Simpsonville, (Continued on Pg.4)
Photo Credit: Gwinn Davis, gwinndavisphotos.com
Upstate SC Korean War Veterans embark
on their First Honor Flight
by Beth Kelley Fann and Contributor Jack Pendarvis, US Navy, Retired
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After months of hard work and research, I am excited that you are now holding the introductory issue of The Simpsonville Banner in print. This publication will be a weekly paper released on every Friday, and work in tandem with the website to bring you local and current events and news. Our mission is to take the concept of the “hometown paper” to the next level, by using both traditional formats and technology. We want to help our neighbors stay informed, become a resource for helping to grow their businesses, and help them enjoy all there is to offer in Simpsonville.
Some of you may know me, but many do not. I grew up in Simpsonville, having lived here since the early 80s. Like so many of our natives, my first teacher here was Mrs. Chandler at Simpsonville Elementary. It was in her classroom, and throughout my years at SES, that my passions for writing and community began.
I graduated HHS in 1997, and went on to college with a full scholarship for architectural engineering. I soon missed the creative arts however, and switched my major to Graphic Design. Following graduation, I worked with both the Asheville Citizen-Times and BI-LO Advertising. I resigned my final position, as Art Director for Erwin Penland Advertising, on April 8th of this year. I then began all of the necessary paperwork for starting my own business, and The Simpsonville Banner was born.
I’m grateful to be starting this adventure with the people and places I love so much. I hope to make this publication a success not just for me, but for all of you as well. If there is any way you think The Banner can better help you or your business, please reach out to me and we can brainstorm together.
Look for our first print issue in about 4 weeks. Thank you!
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City Reviewing 2014 Budget by Beth Kelley Fann
The City’s budget meeting on April 24th was focused on the operational costs of each department. For those that have not attended before, this meeting is where the city’s department heads present their budget projections to council. All departments had increases, with consistent reporting of utility costs rising. Most notably the Fire Department lost their funding of internet this past year, formerly donated by Charter.
Also from the Fire Department-their biggest cost will be professional fees associated with planning for new facilities, but increases above that were necessary and not out of the norm.
Public Works is requesting funding to build a transfer station, which would save the city money over a few years if approved by council. The largest expense from that department was a new sewer camera, that would replace the current troublesome one ($37,000 has been spent on repairs for the current camera). There was discussion of
funding for a new sewer maintenance truck, and Geneva Lawrence requested that further research be done on where that money is to come from, and that it may already exist.
Parks and Rec reported being on target with where they have been in years past. The budget grew due to grant money received and an increase in sports sign ups. It was reported that some of the grant money is intended for new playground equipment in Westwood. Robbie Davis stated that they are looking into retro-style equipment updates per resident feedback, instead of the modern plastic equipment more commonly seen. There was also discussion of various sports complexes possibly making their homes at Heritage, and extending into city owned property out toward Howard Drive.
The police department has numerous requests for technology updates, as well as professional development and employee retention and attraction initiatives. We will have more on this to come.
A second budget review with more detail was held on April 29th. The date for the third and final review has not yet been posted, but we will share with our readers when we hear. Follow The Simpsonville Banner on Facebook for more detailed information prior to the upcoming meeting.
Westwood Warriors Community Clean Up Day
Saturday, May 17 at 8 amMeet us at Alder Park
We will be spreading love and mulch this day. Please make sure to bring gloves, rakes, trash bags, weed wackers, trimmers, and anything else we might need! We are planning on clearing an area across from the park. We are trying to get flowers or plants donated, preferably easy maintenance and hard to kill!! If you can donate time, money, items to this event, please let us know. Email: [email protected]
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(Continued from pg.1) a Korean War Veteran aboard this Honor Flight, that I would like to share instead. His words convey the spirit of the flight and the volunteers, and what this effort means to those that gave so much for each of us.
“The Honor Flight Upstate was an idea in the mind of a Simpsonville lady, named Betty Stewart. Her dream of honoring the veterans of World War II and following wars, by providing them with a free trip to Washington DC to visit their respective monuments, has come to fruition. She enlisted a few of her friends to help her gather up the funds, and to help plan these trips that the Vets would remember for a long, long time.
On April 22, eighty-six war veterans boarded a chartered jet at the airport in Greer, and with us were one hundred doctors, nurses and guardians to help us get around. I was one of the lucky ones to be on this trip as I am a combat vet of the Korean War. From the time we arrived at the boarding site, we were treated like royalty. As we boarded, the security fence was lined with people shouting goodbyes. We received a Water Cannon Salute as the plane prepared for take-off. This honor was repeated in Washington, and we also had a musical greeting on arrival. Every where we went we were greeted by a handshake and a thank you.
At Reagan airport we were put on four very nice buses and were led to our stops by a police cruiser, that stopped traffic at all intersections. Red lights were not for us, we were ushered right on through.
The first stop was the WWII Memorial. It is quite large and a beautiful place. Here we were given cold drinks and a snack. We met another group of vets here on an Honor Flight from Minnesota. From the WWII area we traveled over to the Korean War Memorial. It is quite different as was the war itself. I know because I was there for 23 months.
The next stop was Arlington. The Air Force Memorial is also located there. We continued on to The Tomb of The Unknowns. The unidentified remains of casualties from each war are entombed here. The tombs are guarded around the clock and the guard changes at 30 minute intervals. We saw two changes before having to leave. In reflection, I don’t see how we got it all in. Travel, meals, monuments, Arlington and much more. It was an honor I will NEVER forget. My Sunday school class at church asked me to tell a little of my experience on the trip, and when the bell rang, three veterans asked me how the could get on the next trip. I gave them the number to call and wished them luck.
Thank you, thank you to all of you who made this a dream trip for eighty-six war veterans.”
For me, watching the faces and the fellowship of the veterans on this Honor Flight is something I will always remember. Many of the men told me they had waited a year or more to travel, and they were immensely grateful for the opportunity. For those of you that are interested in becoming a guardian, a sponsor, or traveling as one of the Veterans with Honor Flight Upstate, visit honorflightupstatesc.com or call 864.869.VETS. Veteran and Guardian applications are also available at the Greenville, Pickens, Oconee and Anderson County Sheriff’s offices. Thank you to Betty Stewart, Paul Howell and Ron and Joan Bridges for inviting me to accompany this Honor Flight.
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John W. Cash, 86, retired Marine Photo Credit: Gwinn Davis, gwinndavisphotos.com
Honor Flight Volunteers Ron & Joan Bridges, with Tish Morgan (Ctr) Photo Credit: Gwinn Davis, gwinndavisphotos.com
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Simpsonville Farmers Market to kick off 6th Season Contributed by Dianne Carson
Anticipation for the 2014 season of the Simpsonville Farmers Market is running high. We’ll open Saturday, May 10th at 8 am, at the Simpsonville City Park on E. Curtis St.
We’ve grown from our original 6 vendors to almost 30. A few of our new vendors this year include a berry/peach farm, new veggie folks and a kettle corn/fresh lemonade/granola/roasted nut vendor. Of course, many of our previous vendors will be with us, along with two non-profits; the K9 Investment Group and the Greater Greenville Master Gardeners “Ask-a-Master Gardener” table.
The market will be open every Saturday through October (weather permitting). For more information, contact Dianne Carson, Market Manager, at 360-4957.
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Praying is hard – much harder than it looks. When we aren’t busy with our hectic schedules, there is the constant temptation to ‘veg out’ in front of a screen. This makes praying hard, but the kind of praying described in 1 Timothy 2:1-2 is especially difficult.
“First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made…for kings and all who are in high positions that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life…”
God wants you not only to pray but to pray for your political leaders. Pray for the President and the Police Chief, your Congressman and your City Councilman. Pray even for the ones with whom you disagree.
I told you it was hard. It gets easier, though, when you discover why God wants us to pray this way.
1. Praying for your leaders is good for you.
1 Timothy 2:2 says we pray for our leaders “that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life.” Praying for your leaders helps your community. I frequently hear people complaining about circumstances in our nation or city. How might things be different if we earnestly prayed for our leaders?
2. Praying for your leaders pleases God.
1 Timothy 2:3 says, “This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior.” God is pleased when His people pray for their leaders because it reveals our desire for His kingdom to come and not just our political agendas to prevail.
3. Praying for your leaders spreads the Gospel.
1 Timothy 2:4-5 says that God “desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.” This is the ultimate reason Christians should pray for their leaders. We want a peaceful community because we want our neighbors to meet the Prince of Peace.
Earthly leaders disappoint us. Their failures make us cry out for ‘better’ leadership. That yearning for a candidate who will be above corruption is really a yearning for Jesus Christ, the King of kings and Leader of leaders. So pray for your leaders today, remembering that the One hearing your prayer is the ultimate leader.
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may eventsin Simpsonville and surrounding areas
6 Kiwanis Club of Simpsonville, meets at noon
9Willie Nelson and Alison Krauss & Union Station Concert (featuring Jerry Douglas)
10 Farmers Market Season Opens, City Park
10City Park Clean-Up Day sponsored by Palmetto Pride & the City of Simpsonville, 8am-12pm
10ZUMBA presented by ChickfilA of SImpsonville & The GHS Family YMCA
13 City Council Meeting, 6:30pm
15 Chamber Presents! Lunch Series, Stella’s at noon
17 Farmers Market, City Park
17 Bovinoche, City Park
17 Westwood Community Clean Up Day, Alder Park
19 Legislative Lunch Series, 12-1pm
20 Kiwanis Club of Simpsonville, meets at noon
23-26 Aloft, Heritage Park
24 Farmers Market, City Park
27 City Council Meeting, 6:30pm
30Styx and Foreigner Concert (with Special Guest Don Felder)
31 Farmers Market, City Park
-Rotary of Simpsonville meets every Wednesday at 12:15pm
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My name is Barrett Tyler, the reigning Miss Simpsonville 2014. I am the daughter of Bill and Susan Tyler from Taylors, SC and I have a brother, Bo and a sister, Bailey. I am twenty years old and a sophomore at North Greenville University majoring in Elementary Education. After college, I plan to
attend Paul Mitchell School of cosmetology and open my own hair salon. I work at Sports, Spine, and Industrial as a Member Service Representative. I attend Riverside Baptist Church in Greer where my dad is the worship pastor. I sing on the praise team under his leadership and I am also a youth leader. I have been involved with pageants for eight years and began my involvement with the Miss America Organization in 2011. I was Miss Richland County Teen in 2011 and Miss Anderson County in 2013. Along with supporting the Children’s Miracle Network, my personal platform is “Grin-n-‘Barrett’: The Power of a Positive Attitude”. My goal is to teach people of all ages how important it is to have a positive attitude in every situation and that attitudes are contagious.
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