Archive for February 2020

Anderson, SC (February 3, 2020) —KEEP YOUR EYE ON THE RED BRICK. 

Leadership Anderson Class 36 has publicly announced Mural on Main, a project designed to connect the community through the power of art, by installing a mural in downtown Anderson. This venture comes as a result of the 10-month leadership program’s class participants being charged with selecting and pursuing a project that will yield a positive, everlasting impact on the community. 

 The mural will be fixated to the west facing wall of Orr Street in downtown Anderson, completely visible to all passersby of Main Street. Commissioned by local artist Herman Keith, Jr., the mural will be produced using a parachute-cloth technique and made up of 5×5 panels, measuring 1,700 square feet when assembled. Keith’s passion and ability creates art that transforms beautiful downtown areas and serves as a landmark of which the community can be proud.

Class members cited research studies by Americans for the Arts that evidence the power of murals and other forms of public art to support economic growth, promote social cohesion and cultural understanding, and encourage attachment and sense of belonging within a community. Combining these kinds of evidence-based results with the City of Anderson’s existing Shock the Block plans, Mural on Main has garnered the attention and support of city officials. The vibrant, intricate design is dedicated largely to denoting landmarks and cultivating historical understanding of Anderson County and the Electric City. Assistant City Manager, Andrew Strickland, voiced the city’s support of this project, “Mural on Main will add depth to the rich public art offerings throughout our community. Leadership Anderson’s vision gives us the opportunity to implement an important project identified in our downtown master plan—Shock This Block. We look forward to partnering with nearby businesses and property owners to supplement this exciting project.”

Leadership Anderson Class 36 requests the support of community members and organizations to bring this project to reality. In addition to financial support, the 5’x5’ square panels will be painted by schools, community partners, and project sponsors. This technique provides the opportunity for individuals and organizations to participate and, quite literally, leave their mark on Downtown Anderson. For additional details, including sponsorship information, visit the project website at www.muralonmain.com. With public support, Mural on Main will be completed by June 2020.

Leadership Anderson, founded in 1984, is a 10-month leadership development program devoted to strengthening and dedicating our community leaders. Over 800 local leaders have graduated from the program and continue their commitment to the growth, development and prosperity of Anderson County.

For immediate Release

From:  Alison Darby, 864-958-5264

Subject: Tickets on sale now for upcoming Night for the Museum

Date: February 18, 2020

Join us for a magical evening to benefit the Belton Area Museum Association on Thursday, February 27, beginning at 6:30 PM.

Complete with cuisine, wine, and good-natured competition, the event’s tickets are available now for the upcoming Mexican themed fundraiser Fiesta! A Night for the Museum.  The event will be held at the historic Belton Train Depot. 

“The depot will be transformed into a Mexican hacienda and amazing cuisine and drinks will be served to all attendees. And the bidding can get quite competitive, but all in good fun,” said BAMA President Matt Mundy.

Ticket outlets in Belton include the Historic Belton Train Depot, Clinkscales Drugs, and  Maynard’s Home Furnishings.  Tickets are $30 each or two for $50 and include complimentary drinks, beer, wine, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a bidding card, and lots of fun competition among bidders.

Included in the bidding will be a­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ La-z-Boy rocker/recliner donated by Maynard’s, getaways to special vacation spots, golf outings, dining and party packages, jewelry, antiques, a Greenville Drive tailgate, stay-cation packages, and services such as salon/spa treatments, auto detailing, and event experiences for families. 

Items of interest will be included in both the silent and live auction bidding. 

An updated list of auction items will be available at the Belton Area Museum Association’s Facebook Page. 

Proceeds benefit the Belton Area Museum Association and its educational programs.  With nearly 10,000 visitors to the museum each year, BAMA offers historical, cultural, and educational programs free of charge to the public.  Participation in this fundraiser will help BAMA preserve, protect, and display our area’s historic treasures. 

The event is being presented by Superior Engineering.  Additional sponsors include Maynard’s Home Furnishings and Clinkscales Drugs, Pickens Railway, Palmetto Insurance-Keys Agency, Duke Energy, Unite Capital, Argo and Associates, South State Bank, D J and Associates, Nationwide Insurance-Renea Rowland Agency, and Town Square Chiropractic.

For more information, please contact Executive Director Abigail Burden at 864-338-7400 or beltonmuseum@bellsouth.net.

On February 16, the Anderson Arts Center will open its annual Youth Art Month exhibit. Students from elementary, middle and high school grade levels from public, private and home school associations participate in this juried art show.

More than 600 entries are submitted, and approximately 35 students receive awards for their work. First, second and third place award recipients cash prizes and several honorable mention ribbons are presented.

In addition to the awards presented by the juror, approximately 20 pieces of artwork are selected for an extended exhibition at AnMed Health; and, new to this year’s show is an extended exhibition of selected pieces in the Gallery Cafe at McDougald Funeral Home.

The opening reception for Youth Art Month is Sunday, February 16, 1-3 p.m. at the Arts Center. The awards ceremony will take place at 2 p.m.

In addition to the Youth Art Month exhibition, students of T.L. Hanna’s art department will present a Wearable Art Exhibition on Saturday, February 22 at 6:30 p.m. This exhibition will be presented at the Anderson Arts Center, and tickets are required. Tickets are only $10 per person (children under 5 are free), and may be purchased at the TL Hanna front office or at http://tl-hanna-high-school.square.site.

Youth Art Month is made possible by generous community supporters. This year’s exhibition is sponsored by Anderson Pediatric Dentistry and AnMed Health. The Arts Center’s address is 110 Federal Street in Anderson.

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Officials announced a schedule change today for the 2020 Basspro.com Bassmaster Eastern Open on Lake Hartwell in Anderson, S.C. This three-day event has been moved to Sept. 23-25 to accommodate the Clemson University football schedule, which was released last week. 

The Eastern Division points race and the Elite Series berths that go with it will be on the line when anglers launch onto the storied waters of Lake Hartwell in Anderson, S.C. — site of three previous Bassmaster Classics and six major B.A.S.S. events.

“The decision to move dates, while not easy, was made in the best interest of the anglers,” said Neil Paul, Executive Director of Visit Anderson, which is hosting the Basspro.com Bassmaster Eastern Open on Lake Hartwell. “Our commitment is to provide the best experience for the competitors and their families during their time in our community, and this change will allow us to provide that experience.”

While always popular and competitive, the Bassmaster Opens have garnered even deeper interest in 2020 as massive changes in the pro fishing industry have many of sportfishing’s biggest names — like Anderson’s-own Brian Latimer, Scott Martin, Randy Blaukat and Andrew Upshaw — competing in all eight Opens this year to try and earn a coveted spot in the Bassmaster Elite Series. 

“It’s the most interesting dynamic we’ve ever had for the Opens — and without a doubt, the toughest field we’ve ever had,” said Chris Bowes, tournament director for the Bassmaster Opens. “Maybe the best thing about it is that there’s a young kid out there right now, ready to fish these events. He’s looking at the list, seeing all these big names and he’s not scared one bit. He’s just ready for the challenge.”

In addition to the event payout of $250,400 (based on a field of 150 anglers), anglers in both the pro and nonboater divisions will be competing for Falcon Rods Bassmaster Angler of the Year points. The AOY award comes with a $10,000 prize for the overall points winner in the pro division. The top co-angler will earn entry fees into the 2021 Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens division of his or her choice — a value of approximately $7,200.

2020 Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series Title Sponsor: Basspro.com

2020 Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series Platinum Sponsor: Toyota

2020 Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series Premier Sponsors: Abu Garcia, Berkley, Humminbird, Mercury, Minn Kota, Nitro Boats, Power-Pole, Skeeter Boats, Talon, Triton Boats, Yamaha

2020 Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series Supporting Sponsors: Bass Pro Shops, Carhartt, Garmin, HUK Performance Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing, Rapala

2020 Basspro.com Bassmaster Eastern Open on Lake Hartwell Local Host: Visit Anderson

About B.A.S.S.
B.A.S.S. is the worldwide authority on bass fishing and keeper of the culture of the sport, providing cutting edge content on bass fishing whenever, wherever and however bass fishing fans want to use it. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., the 515,000-member organization’s fully integrated media platforms include the industry’s leading magazines (Bassmaster and B.A.S.S. Times), website (Bassmaster.com), television show (The Bassmasters on ESPN2 and The Pursuit Channel), radio show (Bassmaster Radio), social media programs and events. For more than 50 years, B.A.S.S. has been dedicated to access, conservation and youth fishing.

The Bassmaster Tournament Trail includes the most prestigious events at each level of competition, including the Bassmaster Elite Series, Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens Series, TNT Fireworks B.A.S.S. Nation Series, Carhartt Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops, Mossy Oak Fishing Bassmaster High School Series presented by Academy Sports + Outdoors, Bassmaster Team Championship, new Huk Bassmaster B.A.S.S. Nation Kayak Series powered by TourneyX presented by Abu Garcia and the ultimate celebration of competitive fishing, the Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk.

Media Contact: Emily Harley, B.A.S.S. Communications Manager, 205-313-0945, eharley@bassmaster.com

Belton, SC.  A once thriving city square, with many unique architectural buildings over 100 years old, sits idle amidst a few business owners who hang on for better days.  Crumbling old dames, with lofty columns and ragged landscaping, wait for a facelift on the streets emanating from the historic square.

A group of passionate citizens is hoping to change all that with a bid for the upcoming HGTV special Home Town Takeover.

“We have classic architecture, a city rich in heritage and culture, and charming people who make this area special,” said newly elected mayor Tiffany Ownbey.  “HGTV can help take our good bones and make us beautiful again.”

A small town with a population of 40,000 or below will be chosen for a special production of Home Town Takeover, hosted by HGTV favorites Ben and Erin Napier.  The hosts will spend about six months helping to renovate historic buildings, public spaces, and architecturally unique homes for a special 6 part series to air in 2021. 

Filming for the application will be completed on Monday, with a variety of people with unique stories sharing the reasons Belton is a wonderful city and deserves to be chosen for this whole-town renovation project.

“Restoring and revitalizing our downtown area would be a catalyst for businesses to locate in Belton and for people to move here, giving us an opportunity to share the home town atmosphere that we love with others,” said Belton Alliance Treasurer Rex Maynard. 

Anyone who wishes to be a part of the video is invited to be on the city square at 4:30. 

“A group shout-out will be filmed, so join us on the square Monday and be a part of the process!” said Alison Darby, Belton Area Museum Association Educational Coordinator. 

As of last week, 1600 submissions across America were vying for the opportunity to be chosen for the makeover by the deadline of Feb. 7, 2020.

“We hope HGTV will see the value in coming here to help us get our beat back,” said Maynard, referring to the town’s new motto, “Belton:  A historic heart, with a new beat.”

“It’s certainly worth a shot!” exclaimed council person Eleanor Dorn.