Today's News

Navy Seaman Jeremy R. Johnson, son of Janet D. and John E. Johnson of Supply, has completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. 

During the eight-week program, Johnson completed a variety of training that included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. 

Amanda Bowe and Michael Karkut, both of West Ashley, S.C., were married Nov. 7, 2010, at Eye Level Art in Charleston, S.C. Rae Woods officiated the ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Thomas Bowe of Sandwich Ill., and Marilyn Bowe of Pageland, S.C. She was given in marriage by her mother and father.

The groom is the son of John and Barbara Karkut of Ocean Isle Beach.

Matron of honor was Danielle Bowe of Pageland, S.C.

Ah, February! The month when our minds turn to matters of the heart, jewelry and of course, chocolate. 

Chocolate has always been considered a “guilty pleasure” but now there is a glimmer of hope…“healthy chocolate.” 

Can it be? Healthy chocolate sounds like a dream come true but don’t expect it to gain status as a health food quite yet. More research will be needed to confirm chocolate’s role in heart health. 

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are the ultimate fast food for family and guests-quick to prepare and low in fat. But if you’re like me, they can be boring.

Before I share a few of my favorites, why not review the best way to sauté chicken breasts for tender, juicy, anything-but-boring results? You’ll need four boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 5 oz. each) for each dish of four servings.