It's hard to believe now, but during the 1800's Beaufort was renowned far and wide for its roses, with several homes, like the Eliott House and The Rhett House displaying collections of over 100 varieties.

Okay, it's time to get off our collective duffs and plant a real vegetable garden this spring. Call it a Victory Garden, a ‘Yes, We Can’ Garden or a Recession Buster Garden… growing our own food will make our families and community more secure, able to weather any storms ahead.