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CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S LETTER COVER STORY ASK THE EXPERT COMMUNITY NEWS ASK THE EXPERT COMMUNITY NEWS COMMUNITY NEWS COMMUNITY NEWS COMMUNITY NEWS ASK THE EXPERT FEATURE STORY COMMUNITY NEWS COMMUNITY NEWS COMMUNITY PROFILE COMMUNITY NEWS WANDERINGS ZOO ZEAL RECIPE CROSSWORD PUZZLE COMMUNITY NEWS AT THE YMCA

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Stuart Bowman Body Shop Insurance The Living Well Community Your Eyes New Date & Location for Miss Randolph County Pagaents Small House Convergence Randolph Arts Guild Presents Vintage Lace Bowls w/Halloween Clay Critters Class Randolph Arts Guild Presents Watercolor Batik Class with Debra Spinks Your Hearing Woods of Terror 2nd Annual Diabilities Parade in Downtown Asheboro 4th Annual Military Blood Drive The Hearing Clinic Welcomes Lauren Combs, Au.D. Goat Lady Dairy & Rising Meadow Farm Fest Fall In and Around Randolph County North Carolina Zoo Welcomes Home It’s Gorilla Troop Chicken Chili

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PUBLISHER’S LETTER Dear Readers, Each month when I deliver the magazines to local businesses, I am humbled by the reactions of the business owners and customers who jump to grab one – sometimes when I leave a doctor’s office, by the time I put the magazines in two or three different spots in the office everyone has picked up their copy. That warms my heart and tells me that what I do with this magazine matters, so from all of us at Asheboro Magazine and our advertisers, we thank you!

There are so many events coming up that we just can’t highlight them all, but several things that are near and dear to me are blood drives and animal rescue. There are many coming up to support both and I urge you to do your part – I know from experience that giving blood is a life saving appointment, and I urge you if you are able to give so that someone else’s life might be saved. Especially supporting our military families who are injured securing our rights to freedom!

Fall Festival is just around the corner, and with it cooler temperatures. This month’s Chicken Chili recipe is perfect for when it’s cooler outside. It was a recent crowd favorite at Four Saints Brewing Company’s St. Augustine’s Chili Cook-off. Like their Facebook page and sign up for their newsletter for more fun events like the Chili cook-off to come this fall and Winter.

If you are looking for something to do outside, Deborah Marcus has given us many options for Wanderings in and around Randolph County this fall. Have fun, enjoy and keep reading!!

Until next month, Happy Reading!

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STUART BOWMAN

Body Shop

43 Years Strong!

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Jerry Bowman came to Asheboro as the General Manager for Phillips Oldsmobile Cadillac in 1972, located at 1304 E Dixie Drive, where the Verizon store is now. In those days, they had a body shop, but they didn’t get serious about that side of the business until late 1972 after Jerry’s arrival.

Jerry hired Darrell Trogdon in early 1973 when he was 17 to clean up the cars that came in for body work.

Darrell worked in the clean up department for a few years before moving into the Parts Department in the mid-70s. From there he 8

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Pictured from Left to Right: Reid Burrow, Daniel Steed, Tyler Skeen, Ron Cox, Brad Murray, Tim Ambrosini, Jerry Bowman, Joe Saia, Gerald Ayscue, Darrell Trogdon, NichlesWilson, Myron Turner, Nick Arnold, Theresa Cline, Jake Culberson and David Jent.

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The dealership and its name have evolved over the years from Phillips Olds-Cadillac, where Jerry was a partner and GM, through Stuart Bowman Olds-Cadillac-Jeep, then Stuart Bowman Auto Centre when they acquired the Chrysler Dodge franchises. By that time, Jerry had become a majority owner.

quality work and customer service. Jerry instilled those qualities in Darrell as he trained him, and Darrell now passes those qualities on to all the employees that work for them at the shop.

Gradually over the years as he grew the business, they added employees. One thing has remained constant in the 43 years that they have been performing body work in Randolph County – Jerry and Darrell’s high standards for

dealerships in town as well as the public. They can handle work on any make or model of car or truck, and they invite you to their Facebook page where you will see many before and after shots showing the quality and care in the

Stuart Bowman Body Shop feels like a family business, and many of the employees have been there for a number of In 1999, they built a new building on nine acres at the east years. They now have eight technicians (six body techs end of Dixie Drive, and moved Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep there and two painters), two estimators - Ron Cox and Reid on September 1st. They kept the body shop at the original Burrow; two people work the clean up department and location with Stuart Bowman Cadillac Mazda. In 2006 they handle paint-less dent repairs (PDR) and cracks in the sold the Cadillac franchise and the next year they built a windshield, etc. Tyler Skeen and Theresa Cline work in new 16,500 square foot state of the art building behind the the office, handling any of your needs and concerns, fifteen dealership and moved the body shop there. Customers employees in all work for the company. still access the body shop through the dealership entrance, At Stuart Bowman, you are taken care of from your very straight back to the body shop with the large sign on the first call. They work closely with all insurance companies, roof. and in fact, they do a lot of work for many of the local

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work they do for each and every customer.

Over the 43 years they have been in business, many clients in Asheboro have grown up using the services of Stuart Bowman Body Shop, and those clients’ children and in some cases, their grandchildren, are now bringing their cars to the shop. That has been one of the most rewarding aspects of their business, the repeat business because of the trust placed in them to do the job well and do it right, the first time.

In 2012, Jerry sold the new car dealership to Asheboro Dodge. He kept the body shop located in the building behind the dealership. He also kept the used car dealership license and they are able to help clients who are looking to acquire a good quality used car.

At that time, Darrell Trogdon, his long-time employee, became part owner in the auto body shop business.

Darrell continues to manage and operate the shop on a day to day basis, and no car leaves the shop without Darrell’s final inspection of the vehicle to make sure it meets the quality that Stuart Bowman Body Shop is known for. Jerry said, “Not only has Darrell been a great employee and now partner, but he is like family. We are very close.”

Having been in business for 43 years, they have been blessed to be able to grow and expand through their great reputation and by their loyal customers’ word of mouth.

The success of the business has been based on Jerry and Darrell’s commitment to quality workmanship and their high level of customer satisfaction in a job well done.

Darrell has passed on to all of their employees that customer service and quality work are the two most important qualities in business. Jerry and Darrell are both grateful that their business continues to grow. 2014 was

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the best year they have ever experienced, and in 2015 the numbers are tracking ahead of last year.

We would like to thank Asheboro, Randolph County and surrounding areas for their business over the last 43 years and for the years to come.

“We are proud to say that our business has grown through the quality of its people and their work ethic, not through advertising.” Jerry stated. “We have never had to advertise and we are in this publication because we thought it was good media to let the public know that we sold the dealership, but not the body shop. We kept the body shop and same employees. Darrell is still running the shop, and he wanted everyone to know that we plan to be here to serve all our customers’ needs for many years to come.”

They have always thrived because of quality work. Jerry brought that with him to Asheboro from his previous experience, and Darrell has carried it throughout the work that they have done.

The new shop has new downdraft paint booths and frame machines, and they are currently in the process of adding air conditioning to provide a more comfortable working environment for their techs. They are always looking to add quality technicians to their team, and want to create the best working environment possible.

“Our success is based on the quality people we hire, who believe in quality work and customer satisfaction. That is the bottom line.”

You can check them out online at www. stuartbowmanbodyshop.net, and “like” them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/stuartbowmanbodyshop to see the work they are doing and the amazing transformations on the cars.

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Protection from Life's Storms: The Personal Umbrella Policy

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limits that would otherwise come out of your own pocket.

What is a Personal Umbrella policy, you ask? It’s an excess liability policy above and beyond your personal insurance policies. Like an “umbrella” to protect you from the proverbial rainy day, this policy is specifically designed to provide additional liability coverage for those instances where the coverage on your primary policies (auto, home, boat, dwelling fire, etc.) is simply not enough to satisfy a judgment against you.

Here’s an example. Let’s say you are at fault in an auto accident and have

Bodily Injury Coverage with a limit of $250,000 per person/$500,000 per accident. You are sued by the injured party and the judgement is $1,000,000.Your auto policy will cover $250,000 of the judgment.

The remaining $750,000 will be paid through other means such as a lien on your home (if you own one), wage garnishment, etc., unless you have a Personal Umbrella policy. If you have a Personal Umbrella policy with a limit of $1,000,000, then this policy will kick in after your auto policy is exhausted and cover the remaining $750,000.

There are certain requirements you

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must meet to purchase a Personal Umbrella policy. The most significant of these requirements is the minimum liability coverage you are required to carry on all of your underlying policies. Most carriers will require that you carry no less than $250,000 per person/$500,000 per accident on all auto policies. Home policies are typically required to have at least $300,000 in liability coverage.

Boats and recreational vehicles are required to be insured and will also have to carry similar limits on the policies to those of the auto and home policies. Another requirement is good driving. Insurance carriers will look at the driving experience and driving record of those being covered on the policy, and can increase their rates or outright deny coverage based on these factors.

Personal Umbrella policies can be purchased in increments of $1,000,000 and are relatively inexpensive.

Prices will vary based on the amount of risks being covered. The more homes, autos, boats, and recreational vehicles you own, the higher the premium will be.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

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magine living in a place that is situated on 100 acres of unspoiled land surrounded by the Deep River and Sandy Creek within the city limits of Franklinville, North Carolina.

Like-minded neighbors who share the same values are coming together to make just such a place a reality. The first homes have been completed in the past year, and the residents are supporting each other’s dreams and joining together to help make those dreams a reality. These are ordinary people with an extraordinary vision. At Living Well Community, they are creating a neighborhood and community committed to the ideas of Living more sustainably, having fun and being creative, being joyous, envisioning what is Health and Wellness in its complete sense, and honoring the Sacred within and without.

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Living Well Community is co-housing, a model of community that includes private homes on shared land, with a common house that may be used for group functions and get togethers, as defined by the group.

They are hoping to draw individuals and families who have an interest in local food and being self reliant. They encourage the development of a cluster of cottage industries/businesses that together can share space in support structures and create business development opportunities. “Our intention is to develop this cluster as a destination point.�

With a strong focus on agriculture, they have set aside two acres for a community garden and orchard integrated into the center of the community that provides them with the opportunity to work together and share in the fruits of their labor.

Livestock and chickens are also part of the planned organic farm at Living Well, producing eggs, milk and meat for the community. They are making a commitment to growing organic foods as well as creating edible landscapes.

The first section of the Deep River Rail Trail/ Greenway crosses the Living Well Community along the river. The Deep River Rail Trail is a popular walking spot along the Deep River, and is a venue for high school track meets. As it develops further, the trail will provide a pedestrian and bike route to connect the Living Well Community with

Franklinville, Ramseur, and eventually will encompass 26 miles all the way to Climax. Living Well Community members will have access to hiking, biking, and kayaking quite literally in their backyard!

Living Well Community is in development. They welcome people to be part of the community in many capacities, including short term volunteers and visitors. They host a monthly open house, where you can learn more about this community and the “small house convergence.. Times and dates are listed on the website www.Thelivingwellcommunity.com under the calendar section.

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CAROLINA EYE HOSTS CLINICAL STUDY FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION Greg Mincey, M.D. and Arghavan Almony, M.D., diabetic eye, retina and vitreous specialists with Carolina Eye Associates, are participating in a national clinical study that compares the efficacy and safety of a new treatment for neovascular age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD). This will be a two-year, randomized, doublemasked, and multi-center, three-arm study comparing the efficacy and safety of RTH258 verses Aflibercept in people with wet AMD.

“Carolina Eye is committed to addressing patient’s needs in retina and hopes to improve visual outcomes in patients with wet age-related macular degeneration.

The principal aim of treatment of neovascular AMD is to preserve visual acuity and to reduce the risk of additional severe vision loss for as long as possible” states Dr. Almony. “This goal can be accomplished by destroying the choroidal neovascularization without causing damage to the retina, thereby reducing the likelihood of progressive destructive scarring of the retina overlying

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and surrounding the central part of vision.”

Age-related macular degeneration is a leading cause of severe vision loss in people over age 50, and impacts more than 25 million people worldwide. It occurs when the center of the retina, known as the macula, deteriorates leading to gradual loss in central vision.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kiwanis Club of Asheboro Announces a New Date and Location for the Miss Randolph County and Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageants

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he Miss Randolph County and Outstanding Teen pageants are part of the Miss America Organization, and a preliminary to the Miss North Carolina Scholarship Pageant. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have rescheduled the pageant to take place November 21, 2015, at Wheatmore High School at 6:30 p.m.

Contestants in the event will compete in categories of Interview, Lifestyle and Fitness, Talent, Evening Wear, and On-Stage Question which will give

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them an opportunity to express their own interests in social, community service or vocational matters. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to the winner of the Miss and $500 to the winner of Outstanding Teen. An additional $500 scholarship has been provided by RCC for the winner of the Miss.

Kiwanis members/organizers of the 2016 Miss Randolph County and Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageant are encouraging potential contestants to sign up by August 1. Any young

woman between the ages of 13 and 24, who lives, goes to school, or works in Randolph, Guilford, Alamance, Chatham, Moore, Montgomery or Davidson County is eligible to participate in the pageants.

The winners of the 2016 Miss Randolph County and Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageants will then represent Randolph County in the Miss North Carolina Pageant held in June of 2016, in Raleigh.

Miss Randolph County 2015 Katie Archer represented Randolph County

in the 2015 Miss North Carolina Pageant in Raleigh and earned nearly $2,000 in additional scholarships and won a Preliminary Talent Award, Non-Finalist Talent Award, and the Miss America Academic Award for the highest grade point average of all the participants. Miss Randolph County Outstanding Teen Maci Bunting also represented Randolph County in Raleigh and also was awarded the NonFinalist Talent Award in the Teen division.

We are so proud of them!

The Kiwanis Club of Asheboro is the local organization overseeing the pageants and seeks contestants and sponsors for this event. Interested candidates or sponsors can obtain more information at the pageant website www.missrandolphcounty.org or by contacting Executive Director Jenny Parks at missrandolphcounty@gmail. com.

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nce upon a time all houses were small. They had just the square footage needed for daily living. Many also used protected outdoor space, items that could “disappear” into a wall when not in use, and many had useful, multi-purpose rooms or areas. The focus was on both economy of building and efficiency of day to day living.

Over the years we have gradually strayed from that model of habitation, BUT the “worm has turned.” The trend today is a return to that model of efficiency and economy. Small and tiny houses are “hot!” And, they’re not only back, but back better than ever. That is what the Small House Convergence is all about. It is being held from October 2-4, 2015 at the Living Well Conference Center on Rising Sun Way, Franklinville, NC 27248. It is being sponsored by Living Well Earth Stewards, a non-profit, 501c(3) corporation.

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by Doug High Those who attend can join experts, practitioners, enthusiasts, learners, builders, architects, and advocates at the 2nd annual Small House Convergence! It brings together in one place people of all backgrounds who are working on or interested in Small Houses and Small House Communities for demonstrations, workshops, discussions, information-sharing and networking, specifically: the knowledge and skills needed to build a sustainable, small home, from building a house from a shipping container to compressed earth block construction, to timber framing, to natural building with clay, straw, and sand, to the “Tiny House” village. It is all in one place for the weekend of October 2-4.

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Vintage Lace Bowls with Halloween Critters Clay Class

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he Randolph Arts Guild offers a seasonal exploration into pottery hand-built slab form. Participants will learn how to create a slab clay bowl and decorate the form with pressings of vintage lace and hand-made ‘spooky’ themed ‘critters’. The class is designed for ages 16 through 100. Participants may bring their own lace, but not required. Join Ms. Brooke Avery for this class on Wednesdays, October 7 & 14 from 6 p.m. -- 8 p.m. in the clay studio located at the Randolph Arts Guild, 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro. The class costs $30 for guild members, $35 for non-members. Payment and registration are required for enrollment. The enrollment deadline is Monday, October 5th. For more information contact the Randolph Arts Guild at (336) 629-0399.

ARTIST BIO: Brooke Avery is a ceramic artist and pottery instructor who grew up grew up and currently resides in Trinity, NC. She graduated in 2008 from UNCG with a B.F.A. in Design. Brooke teaches pottery classes at the Randolph Arts Guild and is currently a working studio artist there. Her ceramic work can be found in Greensboro at the Center for Visual Arts and in Asheboro at Morings Fine Crafts and Brightside Gallery. Brooke is also the 2014 Chug & Chunk Womens Triathlon Champion.

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Watercolor Batik Class with Debra Spinks

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he Randolph Arts Guild (R.A.G.) hosts local visual artist, Debra Spinks as she offers a twist to this ancient technique by adding watercolor paint onto wax laden paper. In this class attendees will learn how to use watercolor, wax, and rice paper to create beautiful batik-style paintings. This class is suitable for both beginner and experienced painters ages 16 through senior adults. All materials are provided; you only need to bring your lunch. The class meets at the guild located at 123 Sunset Avenue in downtown Asheboro on Saturday, October 17 from 10:30 a.m. — 3 p.m. The class costs $50 for R.A.G. members, $55 for non-members. Payment and registration are required for enrollment. The enrollment deadline is Wednesday, October 7. For more information and to enroll in the class contact the Randolph Arts Guild at (336) 629-0399.

ARTIST BIO: Debra Spinks is a Randolph County artist whose work includes original paintings created with watercolours, oils, and acrylics on paper and canvas. Debra regularly participates with the Randolph Arts Guild in ongoing artful activities such as the weekly painting group, annual juried show, and community

hang-up. She is also a founding member of the LARK Artists Group and participates yearly in the LARK Handmade Holiday Event. Debra’s work can be found at the Moring Arts Center and Brightside Gallery.

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ASK THE EXPERT YOUR HEARING

Q: How widespread is hearing loss? What causes hearing loss and how do I know for sure if I or a loved one

suffers from it? What steps can I take to protect my hearing?

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FACTS ABOUT HEARING LOSS • Approximately 48 million Americans suffer from hearing loss—20 percent of adults; • More than half of the people with hearing loss are younger than age 65—at age 65, 1 out of every 3 people have hearing loss; • Untreated hearing loss can affect your ability to understand speech and can negatively impact your social and emotional well-being—hearing impairment can decrease your quality of life;

• Hearing loss is the third most common health problem in the U.S. after arthritis and heart disease • Only 1 out of every 5 people who could benefit from a hearing aid actually wear one. People with hearing loss wait an average of 7 years before seeking help.

SIGNS YOU MAY HAVE A HEARING LOSS • Difficulty hearing people talk in noisy environments; • People seem to “mumble” all the time; • Family, friends, or colleagues often have to repeat

Lauren Combs, Au.D. is a graduate of The Ohio State University and a native of Metamora, Michigan. She completed her clinical externship with the UNC-G Speech and Hearing Center. While receiving her education, she worked with The Ohio State University Speech-LanguageHearing Clinic, The Eye and Ear Institute, Chilicothe VA Medical Center, and Hear USA.

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themselves when talking to you; • You have trouble hearing people when they are not facing you or are in another room; • You have trouble following conversations; • You have ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds in your ears.

WHAT CAUSES HEARING LOSS? • Exposure to excessively loud noises—the leading cause; • Ear infections, trauma, or ear disease; • Trauma to the eardrum from contact with a foreign object (cotton swabs, fingers, bugs).

• Illness or certain ototoxic medications; • The normal aging process.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR HEARING • Wear hearing protection when around sounds louder than 85dB for a long period of time. A good rule of thumb is if you have to shout over the noise to be heard then the noise is loud enough to be damaging to your hearing.

• Turn down the volume when listening to the radio, the TV, MP3player, or anything through ear buds and headphones; • Walk away from the noise; • And other than hearing protection, do not put anything in your ear!

If you think you or a loved one may have a hearing loss or have questions about custom hearing protection, call The Hearing Clinic today. We have been serving the Piedmont Triad area for more than 30 years, seeing patients at our three convenient locations in Asheboro, High Point and Greensboro.

Lauren Combs, Au.D. is a graduate of The Ohio State University and a native of Metamora, Michigan. She completed her clinical externship with the UNC-G Speech and Hearing Center.

While receiving her education, she worked with The Ohio State University Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic,The Eye and Ear Institute, Chilicothe VA Medical Center, and Hear USA. She is especially skilled in performing diagnostic evaluations, in the selection, fitting, and verification of hearing aids in the adult population, in tinnitus assessment and treatment, and in patient counseling regarding hearing health care.

Dr. Combs attended Central Michigan University as an undergraduate. She has volunteered extensively as an advocate for those with hearing loss by mentoring both elementary school children and college undergraduates. She has also performed screenings for the Special Olympics. In 2013 she spread awareness about harmful noise exposure by providing ear plugs to those attending UNC-G Men’s Basketball games.

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Arachnophobia? Horror Movies come to life? No, it’s not another night watching reruns on TV. It’s the time of year when Haunted Attractions open all over the area.

One of the best attractions on the East Coast is located in Greensboro. For the staff at Woods of Terror, the season starts long before you begin to think about Halloween costumes. They come together in early August, preparing the attractions, building new sets, hiring and training their staff for the year, and making their costumes. Many of their staff are from Randolph County and the training they receive in theatrical makeup, costumes, and acting is awesome.

When I lived in Charlotte, my family had season passes to Carowinds, and my favorite time of year was when the entire park turned into Scarowinds! I went every night with my friends, and got to know the people who worked there. At the time, I was so envious that they got to work there and scare people every night.

Story by Sherry B. Johnson

by Lauren Johnson Photos provided by Woods of Terror

Woods of Terror is my home away from home; the actors and staff are like my family. When it’s off season, all I can think about is going back. During the season it absorbs every aspect of my life. Saturday, September 19th is Friends and Family night, and my heart is pounding with anticipation. I am eager and enthusiastic to start the season. My excitement is fueling the effort I am putting into everything I do.

It makes me remember to take care of myself. In-season I eat, sleep, and breathe Woods; every second of every day is spent in preparation for when we’re all together, in the Woods, scaring the pants off of our victims!

Take today for an example: I woke up early, which, if you know anything about me is surprising. I told myself “Today is the last training before dress rehearsal.

Be ready.” So I ate breakfast and I drank two bottles of water. It makes you think about taking care of yourself, and being alert and healthy while you’re down in the Woods so you can give it your all. I ran errands, buying make www.AsheboroMagazine.com

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up and other accessories for my costume. Afterwards I came home and made the center-piece of my costume, but I ran out of time, and had to finish it on the way to Woods.

(Don’t worry, I wasn’t driving!) We had our last training session before we open. and it was awesome. This year will be one of the best ones yet.

I still have to finish my costume before Saturday, which means adding spikes to my boots, adding spikes and patches to my shirt, and making my own prop. While doing all of these things, I am learning so much in the process. That’s the thing I love about Woods; it teaches you things you can take and use from your everyday life. We have also learned fire safety, and what to do in a medical emergency. They encourage us to use our right brain and create our own characters, dialog, costumes, and props. The training we go through is so in-depth and elaborate that everything we learn is a trade secret, and we are not allowed to share it

with outsiders.

My absolute favorite thing about Woods of Terror is the fact that I am helping Eddie McLaurin, the owner – my boss – fulfill his dream. Every actor, volunteer, security staff, Midway staff, maintenance staff, and senior staff is there for that purpose. We don’t do it for the money – we do it because we enjoy it. It fills us with excitement and joy, and the feeling of being a part of something; a part of something so wonderful, so exhilarating, and so absolutely hectic and crazy.

I love being a part of it, and I love learning and incorporating the things I learn there into my everyday life. It makes me happy, and determined. It makes me want to do and be my very best. We strive to be the best: and we are.

If you like being scared, startled, creeped out, or terrified… come to Woods of Terror and let us terrify you. www.AsheboroMagazine.com

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COMMUNITY NEWS

2nd Annual Disabilities Parade in Downtown Asheboro

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ince its inception in 1992, Randolph County Mayors Committee for Disabled Persons has strived to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities in the Randolph County area by promoting opportunities to work and live in an environment free of barriers imposed by architecture or attitude. On Friday, October 16, 2015 we will celebrate Disabilities Day and encourage the entire community to celebrate and honor those living with any type of disability. The highlight of the day will be the second annual Disabilities Parade. The parade route will begin on Church Street and follow a short route down Sunset Avenue to Bicentennial Park in downtown Asheboro.

It will be a day designed to allow individuals with disabilities to be celebrated and raise public awareness about the issues facing individuals with disabilities. This year’s festivities will expand to include a special area for organizations/vendors which provide services and support to persons with all variances of disabilities.

WZOO 99.9 The Zoo will be on hand to set the tone as well as a special concert from Randolph County’s own William Willard. In 2014, parade attendees assembled on Church Street, walked (or rode in wheelchairs) to

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Sunset Avenue and into Bicentennial Park. The first annual disabilities parade was quickly planned and executed in a span of roughly 5 weeks with hopes of drawing maybe 40-50 walkers and dreams to grow in the coming years: the official 2014 head count: Some 520 marchers, including 393 developmentally disabled walkers.

We have vowed to increase our presence in the community by promoting public and private awareness of issues pertaining to the challenges the disabled face.

We encourage you to join us as we, along with local dignitaries, special guests and the community, come together for a celebration of people with disabilities and all they have accomplished both prior to the passage of the ADA 25 years ago and all the civil rights activity that lead up to it. Twenty-five years ago, through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), our nation committed itself to eliminating discrimination against people with disabilities. This year is an anniversary year, a year to celebrate accomplishments and set new goals.

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Spc. Joshua Craven looks on while his wife, Holly, donates blood to the Armed Services Blood Program. Josh was just one of many who were injured in the line of duty and received blood.

4th Annual Military Blood Drive

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andolph County Government is teaming up with The Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) to sponsor the 4th Annual Military Blood Drive.

The blood drive will take place on October 20, 2015, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the National Guard Armory located at 1430 S. Fayetteville St, in Asheboro. All blood collected will go directly to support our military troops. Help our US Troops by giving the gift of life. To schedule your donation, go to www.militarydonor.com

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and use ASHE code to register or call 336.318.6340.

Many Randolph County residents have served in the military or are currently serving their country now.

Some of those have benefited from blood donated through this valuable program. Our military has already given so much, so giving back to them by donating blood is one way of saying thank-you for their service.You can give this vital gift of life by scheduling your appointment today!

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COMMUNITY PROFILE

The Hearing Clinic Welcomes Lauren Combs, Au.D.

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he Hearing Clinic, located at 328-B North Fayetteville Street, welcomes audiologist Dr. Lauren Combs back to the Piedmont Triad and the Asheboro office! A native of Michigan and graduate of The Ohio State University, Dr. Combs first came to the area while completing her clinical externship with the UNC-G Speech and Hearing Center. During her time at UNC-G, she not only fell in love with the Tarheel state, but with a special Southern gentleman as well, and now is proud to call North Carolina home.

“I love so many aspects of the state and this area in particular,” she notes. “First of all, if you haven’t experienced a Michigan winter, you will find that the North Carolina weather is definitely more desirable. And more importantly, it is true that the people really are nicer here. You just can’t beat Southern hospitality.”

Though Dr. Combs ultimately decided to pursue a career in audiology after completing courses in speech and hearing science during her undergraduate studies at Central Michigan University, she solidified her passion to helping people improve their hearing health and quality of life through her own family connection. When she was just a child, her mother acquired single-sided deafness as a result

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of an acoustic neuroma (a rare benign tumor of the balance and hearing nerves). In addition, her dad, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, also suffered from tinnitus (ringing in the ear) and noise-induced hearing loss following his years in service.

This personal, yet emotional association, only fueled her desire to devote her life to diagnosing and treating those with hearing loss.

“Because I have dealt with the negative impact that hearing loss can have on daily activities, I think I have become more compassionate in my ability to identify with the patients and their families. I have walked the walk.”

While receiving her education, Dr. Combs volunteered extensively as an advocate for those with hearing loss by mentoring both elementary school children and college undergraduates. She also performed screenings for the Special Olympics. In 2014, she spread awareness about harmful noise exposure by providing ear plugs to those attending UNC-G Men’s basketball games.

At The Hearing Clinic, she is skilled in performing diagnostic evaluations, in the selection, fitting and verification of hearing aids in the adult population, in tinnitus assessment and treatment, and in patient counseling regarding hearing

health care. In addition to serving as Asheboro Magazine’s Ask the Expert through her monthly hearing health articles, Dr. Combs can be found throughout the community addressing various organizations. (She is available to speak to church, community, and civic groups.)

“Working directly with patients and their families to make a significant impact in their hearing health and in the quality of their lives is the most rewarding part of my career,” she reflects. “It’s personally gratifying to hear patients express their appreciation for my helping them and to realize that their entire life and health has changed for the better. When they are thankful that I took the time to listen, and to do all that I could, that is truly my best reward.”

Dr. Combs admits the most challenging part of being an audiologist, however, is helping the general public (and the media) to understand the distinction between an audiologist----a professional who can assist in diagnosing and treating a patient’s hearing and balance problems using advanced technology and procedures---with a hearing aid dealer---a person who is qualified to test and sell hearing aids only. The Hearing Clinic, with offices in Asheboro, Greensboro, and High Point has provided audiology

Forever an Ohio State University football fan.

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Josh Robinson with Great Dane Athena, a new member of the family! services to patients in the Piedmont Triad for more than 25 years.

Away from the office, Dr. Combs tries to attend at least one Ohio State University football game each year as well as enjoying singing, painting, watching movies, exploring new places, and playing Euchre, a Michigan-born card game. She recently acquired Athena, a Great Dane, and looks forward to a future which includes marriage, family, and owning a home. Professionally, she aspires to become a member of the Tinnitus Practitioners Association, and as a supporter of small, local business, to become an owner of a private practice someday.

Until then---her vision remains clear.

“I want to make The Hearing Clinic’s Asheboro office THE audiology resource for Randolph County and surrounding areas. I want our local physicians to be assured that we appreciate their referrals; that we will do right by their patients; and that we will maintain good, professional relationships with them. But most importantly, I want the citizens of Asheboro and Randolph County to recognize The Hearing Clinic as the place that sets the standard for hearing healthcare and does it with a warm heart.” www.AsheboroMagazine.com

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GoAT LAdy dAIRy & RISING MEAdoW FARM FEST

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n September 27th from Noon to 5 pm, Goat Lady Dairy and Rising Meadow Farm are hosting their semi-annual Farm Fest, throwing open their doors and inviting you to come tour the two properties. Bring the kids (of the two-legged variety) and enjoy lunch from Small Potatoes Mobile Kitchen. Meet the farmers, goats and kids, sheep and lambs. Tour the gardens, taste the cheese, feel the fleece, hear about local food and farming. You can even “throw a pot� with local potters at Goat Lady Dairy. Enjoy live music, sheep dog and shearing demonstrations and multiple farm vendors at Rising Meadow Farm Fest. Come learn with us as we seek to create a sustainable future together. In addition to selling artisan cheese, wool and yarn, there will be a dozen or more other local farmers at the two farms offering pasture raised pork and beef and a wide variety of artisan fiber products.

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Wanderings

Fall In and Around Randolph County

Articles and photos by Deborah Marcus

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ight now, everything in our natural world seems to be in full swing. The colors, sounds, and scents of nature are big and bold and ever present. Bird song choirs are rich and complex, the grasses are high, and the weeds are growing; well, like weeds. Amphibians and reptiles, insects and bugs, all manner of creature seem more fully alive at this season than at any other, and we would do well to spend as much time as possible in the out of doors, working and playing, for the days grow shorter and we look back upon this time of year wistfully, wondering how the time flew so quickly.

A fine morning or afternoon can be enjoyed in one of the many parks and gardens around the area. All listed below are good for day tripping from Randolph County. Always be prepared, bring plenty of water on even short walks, even as we head into fall, we could have a few more days of heat and

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humidity. Even as the weather cools, it’s wise to be prepared.

In addition to all those beautiful parks and gardens, there are plenty of opportunities to get out and about with family and friends at festivals and special events around the area. Area vineyards have a few more outdoor events, and fall brings us some of the special magic of the Piedmont, including Starworks Pumpkin Patch on October 3rd, and Asheboro’s Fall Festival XLIII on October 3rd and 4th.

STARworks Pumpkin Patch on October 3rd from 10 AM to 1 PM; http://starworksnc.org/glass/pumpkin-patch.html.

Stay up to date on all things Fall Festival at this Facebook page; https://www.facebook.com/AsheboroFallFestival.

Music in the Vineyards at Childress; http://www. childressvineyards.com.

North Carolina Zoological Park In addition to the many animal exhibits and special events, the NC Zoo is home to incredible gardens, kept up beautifully by the horticultural team. There are miles of walking trails in and around the park. There is an entrance fee, and you can purchase an individual or family membership and it pays for itself in a couple of visits. Zoo hours are from 9 to 5 through October, 9 to 4 from November through March. Call 336-879-7000 for information. http://nczoo.org.

Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden An easy drive from Asheboro and the surrounding area, this

7.5 acre garden is filled with gorgeous plant and sculpture displays. Open year round, free admission. http://www. greensborobeautiful.org/gardens/bicentennial_garden.php Bog Garden at Benjamin Park Also in Greensboro, this is a 7 acres of natural wetlands. You will hear and see many types of birds and lush foliage this time of year. Open year round. http://greensborobeautiful. org/gardens/bog_garden.php.

Tanglewood Park: Located in Clemmons, NC, the park is a joy to behold, with its Arboretum, Rose Garden, and other special spaces for

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daily multi-use. The park is open every day but Christmas, from 7 AM until sunset. Phone: 336-703-6400. http://www. forsyth.cc/parks/tanglewood/gardens.aspx.

Fearrington Gardens The Village and its gardens are open to the public 7 days a week. It is a wonderful place to visit year round, for its award-winning gardens and special seasonal events. Located in Pittsboro, NC. http://www.fearrington.com/gardensbelties-farm/our-gardens.

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North Carolina Botanical Garden, UNC at Chapel Hill You can enjoy several display gardens here, such as the Native Water Gardens, the Carnivorous Plant Collection, Coastal Plain and Sandhills Habitat Garden, among others.

Admission is free, and several areas are open every day of the year; http://ncbg.unc.edu/display-gardens See here for all areas managed by the NCBG, including nature trails and natural spaces beyond Chapel Hill. Some are open to the public; http://ncbg.unc.edu/piedmontnature-trails.

Sarah P. Duke Gardens 55 acres in Durham, NC, the gardens have won many awards and distinctions over the years. They are funded by Duke Deborah Marcus can be reached at visionsofsong@gmail.

University and private donors. It is open every day of the year from 8 AM until dusk. Admission is free. http://gardens. com.

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ZOO ZEAL Story by Gavin Johnson Photos provided by NC Zoo Staff

North Carolina Zoo Welcomes Home its Gorilla Troop

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he North Carolina Zoo is proud to announce that one of its most popular exhibits has officially reopened.

To make room for a larger gorilla troop, zookeepers closed the gorilla exhibit back in January, while construction was underway. This paved the way for expanded off exhibit holding areas.

“During construction, we moved all of our gorillas to an off-exhibit holding facility that we have here on site,” Jennifer Ireland, curator of mammals at the zoo.

The newly renovated exhibit features the zoo’s threeyear old male gorillas Bomassa and Apollo, along with their mothers Jamani and Olympia.

The zoo is already benefiting from the larger off exhibit gorilla holding facility. The gorilla troop also now includes adult male, Mosuba; adult female, Rosie along with sixyear old male, Hadari. They arrived in Asheboro earlier this year from the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Neb.

After a 30 day quarantine, which is required for all new animals at the zoo, the new gorillas were introduced to the other gorillas at the zoo. The introduction took place Like many animals and exhibits at the zoo, the gorilla in the zoo’s mammal holding area while renovations to habitat not only provides a unique experience to zoo visitors, the exhibit also helps staff at the zoo to educate the gorilla exhibit were being completed. the public about the dangers that some animals face in “We were surprised the introduction between the two the wild. new groups went so well,” Ireland said. “They all get along really well.”

“One of the important things that the zoo does is not only give people the opportunity to see animals like gorillas, but also helping to preserve them in the wild,” said Rich Bergl, Curator of Conservation at the zoo.

“One of the main things we do is work with rangers that are involved in anti-poaching efforts in Africa.”

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Mosuba, who is the zoo’s first silverback gorilla in nearly two years, will serve as a role model to the younger male gorillas.

“Gorillas are really popular, and I think they’ll actually be even more popular now,” Ireland said. “We have a six

year-old male who just moved in, and he loves to hang out an interact with guests in front of the glass, and our three year-old boys love to play.”

The zoo’s playful young gorillas along with the other members of the gorilla troop are on exhibit every day at the zoo providing a fun and educational experience for zoo visitors. Saturday, September 19, discover the amazing lives of gorillas and chimpanzees and learn about the zoo’s world-wide ape conservation efforts.

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Chicken Chili Four Saints Brewing Company held a St. Augustine’s Chili Cook-off Feast Day on Sunday, August 30th. Each batch of chili entered was prepared with St. Augustine Jalapeño Smoked Brown Ale as an ingredient. There were five entries for the first Chili-off and all were outstanding. Here is the crowd favorite (by a narrow margin) for the day. Enjoy!

Ingredients: • 6 chicken breasts • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 4 lg onions, chopped • 10 lg cloves garlic, minced • 4 tbsp vegetable oil • 2 bottles St. Augustine Jalapeño Smoked Brown Ale (any good amber ale will do in a pinch) • 4 tsp oregano • 1/2 cup chili powder (more or less to taste) • 4 tbsp ground cumin • 12 chicken boullion cubes • 1/2 cup water • 2 cans tomato sauce • 1 can tomato paste • 2 cans kidney beans, drained • 1 can pinto beans, drained Directions: 1. To poach chicken, preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle chicken with salt & pepper, place in baking dish and add ½ cup water. Cover with buttered parchment paper, butter side down and cook until chicken is done.

2. I n a large saucepan, sauté garlic and onions in oil until soft. Add the beer, oregano, chili powder, cumin, boullion cubes, water, tomato sauce and paste.

Bring to a boil over moderately high heat, reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1½ hours, stirring ocassionally.

3. S tir in beans and chicken, simmer 10 to 15 minutes.

Serve over rice with the following topping options: • Fresh tomato, chopped

• Black Olives, sliced

• Cheddar Cheese, shredded

• Onions, diced

• Avocados, chunked

• Sour Cream

• Fresh cilantro, finley chopped

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CROSSWORDS PUZZLE CLUES ACROSS

1. Recesses 6. Slanderous defamation 12. Fruit phrase: Life is just ....

16. Undergraduate degree 17. A way of damaging 18. Indicates position 19. Equally 20. Manuscript (abbr.)

21. ___ Lanka 22. Thus 23. 4th tone of scale 24. Town or commune in France 26. Sharp inclination 28. Watering holes 30. 1st state (abbr.)

31. Cattle genus 32. Type of American Indian 34. Before 35. Hairless 37. Hosts film festival 39. African tribe 40. Loud crowd noise 41. Quarter 43. Swiss capital 44. Sandhurst (abbr.)

45. Golfer Snead 47. Bachelor’s of Applied Science 48. A radio band 50. Assist in some wrongdoing 52. SW German state ___: Wuerttemberg 54. Rosary component 56. Expresses surprise 57. Hot Springs state (abbr.)

59. Soak flax 60. Atomic #73 61. Exist 62. Megabyte 63. Energy in the form of waves or particles 66. Farm state (abbr.)

67. WWII flyer’s phrase: On ........

70. Store fodder for preservation 71. Lubed

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CLUES DOWN

1. Lowered in prestige 2. Turin river 3. Moves through water 4. Disappearing shade trees 5. Standard operating procedure 6. A shrill cry 7. Japanese apricot 8. Emergency Response Notification System (abbr.)

9. Sparta’s ancient rival city 10. The Ocean State 11. Jack-tar 12. Sleeveless Arab garments 13. Abstains from food 14. Waxed finish 15. Conditions of balance 25. Cloud of interstellar dust 26. Turf 27. Political action committee 29. Repentant act 31. B.B. King sang them 33. Salesman’s items

36. Every 38. Neither 39. African nation 41. Hindu’s creator god 42. The bill in a restaurant 43. Edict 46. Maritime 47. Small bright tropical fish 49. Cockered 51. Mountain lakes 53. No longer alive 54. Unoriginal 55. Costly 58. Finger millet 60. Aaron Spelling’s child 64. Dekaliter 65. Initial public offering 68. Not out 69. Thou

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We invite you to relax and enjoy a delightful combination of great food and service tonight! Sample a variety of chef’s specialities, from pasta and seafood to steak or chicken entrees. We also offer a selection of appetizers and homemade desserts to make your evening complete.

DAILY SPECIALS Private Events & Reservations Welcome

Karaoke w/Greg Russell Every Friday Night Starting at 8:30 pm

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Live Entertainment & Sports on the TVs

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Community News

RCC student Ed Sapper of Seagrove (right) was named the recipient of the 2015 Stanly Community College ASC/ITC scholarship. He is pictured here with Curby Simerson, RCC instructor and department head for Computer Technology Integration.

RCC Student Wins Stanly CC Scholarship

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dward Sapper of Seagrove, a Computer Information Systems/Networking Technology double major at Randolph Community College, has been chosen to receive a $600 Stanly Community College ASC/ITC* Scholarship. RCC is a local CISCO Networking Academy and Stanly Community College is RCC’s supporting regional academy.

during the 2014-2015 school year with a 4.0 GPA.

RCC’s Computer Technology Integration curriculum prepares graduates for employment as designers, testers, support technicians, administrators, developers, or programmers with organizations that use computers to design, process, manage, and communicate information, depending on the technical path selected within this “Ed’s passion and enthusiasm for computer and networking curriculum. Three associate degree and certificate tracks are systems is apparent in all of his work submissions,” offered: Support Specialist, Network Management Specialist, said Curby Simerson, department head for Computer and Cyber Security Specialist. For more information, contact Technology Integration at RCC. “He was one of only 10 CISCO Networking Academy students in North Carolina to Simerson at 336-633-0326 or visit www.randolph.edu. advance to Round 2 of CISCO’s NetRider Competition.” * Academy Support Center (ASC) / Instructor Training Sapper was named to RCC’s President’s List each semester Center (ITC)

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RANDOLPH-ASHEBORO YMCA FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT— FOR HEALTHY LIVING — FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

PLANTING SEEDS FOR THE FUTURE

343 NC Hwy 42 N—Asheboro, NC 27203—www.RandolphAsheboroYMCA.com—(336) 625-1976

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Imagine what you could see with advanced cataract surgery.

Cataracts ● Glaucoma ● Diabetic Eye ● Macular Degeneration ● Dry Eye LASIK & Laser Surgery ● Eyelid and Brow Lifts ● Cosmetic Botox®

www.carolinaeye.com (910) 255-2095 ● (800) SEE-WELL The Randolph County Department of Social Services is looking for loving, supportive families to serve as foster families for the children of Randolph County in need.

We are focusing on homes for sibling groups, teenagers, and medically fragile children

If you are interested in becoming a Foster Parent, please contact the Randolph County Department of Social Services at 336-683-8062 to get more information on the requirements and training opportunities. www.AsheboroMagazine.com

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AT THE YMCA

Y Camp Readers

by Celena R. Fleming, Community Development Director

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his summer the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA implemented the national YMCA program, Camp Readers. Camp Readers is a simple, fun way to instill in kids the skills and confidence they need to feel successful. With the support of engaged staff and just 30 minutes of reading per day, the program sets the stage for all children to develop a true love of reading. Giving kids access to books helps them maintain their reading level…even when school isn’t in session. The research proves it. Just 30 minutes of reading each day can positively impact children’s reading skill. Day and resident camps at the Y provide a perfect opportunity to capitalize on this reality through programs like Camp Readers.

Over 160 campers enrolled in various weekly sessions

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read 100,850 minutes, that’s 1,680.83 hours in the Y Camp Readers Program! This is a new program for the Y. The goal is to decrease the odds of summer learning loss for students in grades kindergarteneighth grade. Students lose, on average, one month of learning over the summer. Youth can fall more than 2½ years behind by the end of fifth grade and continue to remain behind through high school. If students are not on grade level in reading by the end of third grade, they are more likely to leave high school without a diploma. This rate is even higher for low-income students.

Research shows that students who read 20 minutes per day read 1.8 million words annually versus 0.25 million for students reading five minutes per day.

Reading during the summer is an effective strategy to help students maintain their skills. The Y’s goal is that the reading program addition will aid in maintaining reading skills, support the reduction of summer learning loss, and keep students on track for the next grade. The program helps students enjoy reading and be better prepared to go back to school. Once back in school, the YMCA provides 45 minutes of daily

homework assistance and reading buddies in its After School Fun Club program to continue helping students achieve their goals!

For more information on the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA’s Summer Day Camp or After School programs, please visit www.randolphasheboroymca.com or contact Celena R. Fleming, Community Development Director at (336) 625-1976.

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MILITARY BLOOD DRIVE

ALL BLOOD COLLECTED WILL DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE MILITARY SPONSORED BY: Randolph County Government October 20, 2015 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

National Guard Armory 1430 S. Fayetteville Street Asheboro, NC Make appointment at militarydonor.com (code ASHE)

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Brick City 1796 Where strangers become friends and friends become family

DJs Live Music Rock/Pop/Metal

Sporting Events Food by Breaking Bread Southern Lovin’ Home Cooked Food

Menu Varies Weekly - Check Facebook for Specials

Wed 5 - 10 pm Thurs 5 to 12 pm Fri 5 pm to 2 am | Sat 8 pm to 2 am Good Times 125 S Church Street | 336.610.2489

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ALL THE RIGHT CURVES IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES Whether it’s your stomach, thighs, or waistline, the CoolSculpting® procedure can help you feel better in your clothes and in the mirror. Proven in more than 1 million procedures performed worldwide, the CoolSculpting procedure eliminates fat cells safely and simply, without surgery or downtime.

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Welcome to Bistro forty two!

Make your reservations now for New Year’s Eve. We are open on New Year’s Day!

Catering & Casual Dining Find out about Bistro forty two on yelp.com!

- Tamaria W. Tallahassee, FL

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Everything was delicious! My husband noted the oysters were fried perfectly and filet mignon was tender. I had never had crab cakes with Texas caviar, but it was a great pairing and the salad was surprisingly good.

Tiffany, our server had a great personality and made some awesome recommendations

405-P East Dixie Drive Asheboro, NC 27203 336-625-3663 (FOOD)

- Will P. New York, NY

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For a long time, it has been necessary to differentiate between good food and good food for being in Asheboro. No more. Bistro 42 has food that can stand up to some of the best restaurants in the region. The menu is good all around (so go back several times to try it all).

Unexpectedly, the pizza is amazing. Best in Asheboro. Decent beer and wine selection, too.

Monday - Saturday Lunch 11am to 3pm Dinner 5:00 to Until

Tuesday - Saturday 405-P East Dixie Drive Lunch 11 am to 3 pm Asheboro Dinner 5:00 to Until 336.625.3663 (FOOD) www.ncbistrofortytwo.com www.ncbistrofortytwo.com

MY COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP WAS SUDDENLY AT RISK. SPORTS CONDITIONING AT RANDOLPH KEPT ME IN THE GAME.

katelyn doub sports rehabilitation patient

A FTER A POTENTIALLY CAREER-ENDING INJURY, Katelyn Doub was determined not to

lose her Division I basketball scholarship to Appalachian State University. “I tore my ACL in a college recruiting tournament. I knew I needed the best physical therapy and sports enhancement program possible to get myself back in peak form.” Katelyn and her family relied on the expert sports rehabilitation team at Randolph. “It was an intense program, but they knew my one goal.

I’m thrilled to say I’m now at ASU on a full scholarship.”

Our Partners in Orthopedic Care

The Human Motion Institute at Randolph Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Hip and Knee Replacement.

P.O. Box 1048, Asheboro, NC 27204 | 336.629.8818

Meet our orthopedic team, register for classes and more.

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