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Summer 2025

LETTERS FROM THE LAKESIDE
As summer winds down in Heritage Lakes, our community is showing off its very best. The long, hot days are giving way to cooler mornings, and with the change in season comes a fresh, welcoming look across the neighborhood. Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous resident, all of our fences and signs have been freshly cleaned, giving our streets a crisp, polished appearance. It’s amazing how something so simple can brighten the entire community and make Heritage Lakes feel even more inviting.

Alongside these spruced-up details, nature itself is putting on a show. Monarch butterflies have begun arriving, drifting gracefully through our yards and gardens as they make their way south for migration. Their bright orange wings are a beautiful reminder that even as summer comes to an end, there is still so much color and life all around us. If you're looking to attract them to your garden, consider planting native milkweed. Come next year you'll likely find eggs that lead to hungry caterpillars that feed on the milkweed until they cocoon themselves. A few weeks later you'll be able to watch the Monarchs emerge and set off on their southerly migration.

The combination of sparkling fences, refreshed signs, and fluttering monarchs truly makes this transition from summer to fall something special in Heritage Lakes. It’s a perfect moment to pause, take a walk, and enjoy the beauty of both our community and the season.

Monarch Butterfly on Milkweed

Milkweed is the only plant on which Monarchs lay their eggs
and the sole food source for their caterpillars.

OUR FOURTH OF JULY
The 2025 Fourth of July celebration in Heritage Lakes was a wonderful success, bringing neighbors together for an day filled with community pride, laughter, and patriotic spirit. Families gathered at the pool and green spaces to enjoy food, music, and festive activities leading up to the spectacular fireworks display. The atmosphere was warm and lively, with residents of all ages sharing in the excitement of one of the community’s most cherished annual traditions.

This year’s event was made even more special thanks to the generosity of our residents who raised an impressive $4,520.

These contributions covered nearly all expenses for the fireworks show, allowing the community to enjoy a professional display without burdening the HOA budget. The support shown highlights the strength and spirit of Heritage Lakes. The Board has also received reviewed post-event survey responses, and we’ll use this valuable feedback to guide planning and improvements so that next year’s celebration is even bigger, brighter, and better for everyone.

ADOPT A HIGHWAY AWARD
We already know we've got some great folks living in our community... folks that go above and beyond to better our neighborhood. Folks like Brian Barron, Rick and Janet Parkinson, who in May of this year, received the 2024 Group of the Year Award from the Adopt a Highway program and Palmetto Pride. We want to thank all of the team members who generously donate their time and effort to keeping our stretch of Hwy 14 free of litter and looking its best!

SPLASH ALERT!
With the pool closing the day after Labor Day, a community member thought it would be nice to let the dogs have a pooch pool party! So bring your furry family members out for a Dogs' Day of Summer – and don't forget to share pics and videos!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5th from 4 to 6PM

ANNUAL MEETING
The most important meeting of the year takes place Sunday, November 9th at the clubhouse. Your board is gathering bids for needed upgrades and repairs including new security system and cameras, pool deck repairs, pool lighting, grounds maintenance issues and more.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5th from 4 to 6PM

YARDS OF THE MONTH
More examples of pride of ownership here in Heritage Lakes... and we encourage all residents to spruce up their landscapes and keep our neighborhood beautiful.

JUNE: The Nance Family, 409 Black Horse Run
JULY: The Ruff Family, 1025 Harness Trail
AUGUST: The Patton Family, 102 Capriole Ct

Congratulations on being selected and for keeping it pretty!

Have you spied a particular property that really goes the extra mile? Help us select the next Yard of the Month by emailing us the address of the home you think deserves it most.

SWIM TEAM SUCCESS!
The Heritage Lakes Blue Wave swim team had an incredible summer, winning all 12 regular season meets! The team also brought home both the Metcalf Cup (overall points) and the Founders Cup (quality points) for the Gold Division—marking the fourth year in a row for the Founders Cup. As an added honor, the team was presented with a South Carolina flag flown over the State House. With these achievements, Heritage Lakes will move up to the Green Division for the 2026 swim season. This year, 28 swimmers qualified for Championships, and 8 advanced to Classics—a fantastic finish to a memorable season.

While 2026 may seem far away, it will be here before we know it! The Blue Wave swim team is already looking ahead and asking parents to step in as volunteers next season. Giving just a little of your time helps keep the team strong and successful. Signing up is easy—simply COMPLETE THIS FORM, choose the role(s) that interest you, and you’ll be part of the Blue Wave team effort!

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