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CONTENTS
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PUBLISHER’S LETTER
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COVER STORY
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Angel’s Home Care, Inc.
COMMUNITY NEWS
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NC Visual Artist Les Caison III unveils Solo Exhibit at Downtown Winston-Salem’s Camino Bakery
COMMUNITY NEWS
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Local Girls Earn Girl Scouts Highest Honor
COMING IN 2017
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From Ecuador with Love
ASK THE EXPERT
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Your Feet
ASK THE EXPERT
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Your Eyes
ASK THE EXPERT
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Your Taxes
COMMUNITY NEWS
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COMMUNITY NEWS
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
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RCC Inducts 69 into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Asheboro, NC native Ty Bru represents duo that won Hip Hop Album Of The Year Honors at the 15th Annual Independent Music Awards at Lincoln Center, NYC Simply Asian Thai
I AM ASHEBORO
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Laura Kathleen Lisk
COMMUNITY NEWS
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2016 Playhouse Showcase
AT THE YMCA
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Your Heart is at the ‘Y’ Dinner & Dance
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
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RECIPES
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Christmas Cookies
COMMUNITY NEWS
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Christmas on Sunset
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PUBLISHER’S LETTER Dear Reader, “The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, in the hopes that St. Nicholas soon will be there...” Christmas is coming and I don’t know about you but I haven’t even started my shopping. Thank god for amazing local retail establishments right here in Randolph County and especially Asheboro. I can get everything I need on my list for everyone in the local stores and restaurant. Gift certificates, stocking stuffers, clothing, home decor, and .. beer angels? Yep, we got those too! You can find it all right here, right now! Our community suffered a tremendous tragedy over the Thanksgiving weekend, and although I was out of town, I was able to watch the outpouring of love and comfort from the community to the Lisk family. To pay tribute to her life, and to honor her memory, we asked a few of Laura’s friends to remember her and send us their favorite photos with Laura. They expressed their love for her and her family in ways that I never could.
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Angel’s Home Care, Inc.
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arah Upchurch opened Angels Home Care in September 2003 because she wanted to take care of her mother, who was under the care of another agency. Her mother was a CAP (Community Alternative Program) home health care client and had been through several agencies. Sarah
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decided after having had to make several changes to her Mom’s caregivers over a few months to launch her own agency, and provide the quality care that her mom deserved. When people in the community found out she was opening a home health care agency in the area, she had a
flurry of people signing up, and her mom actually became client number 8, not number one. That first year Sarah signed 11 clients up within three months. In 2004, the first full year she was licensed, she added an additional 51 clients and it has been continually growing ever since. Sarah grew up in Randleman and her family was well known in the area. She moved away in 1963 when her Dad, T. A. Toomes, went to work on race cars for Smokey Yanick in Daytona. After several years of living in and near the racing community, they moved back to Randleman in 1969, and settled on her mom’s parent’s farm, Melvin & Kathleen Julian, which had been a working dairy farm at one time. Sarah has a brother and three sisters, who still live in the area. She married Dean Upchurch and they have one child, J.D. who is an eighth grader at NERMS. Sarah opened an assisted living facility on the family homestead in April, 1987. She opened the Home Health Care Agency in 2003 and ran them both until 2014, when she closed the assisted living facility to focus her attention on the busy home health care business. Her Mom passed away in 2008, and she feels blessed to have been able to see that her mom had the best care available, a service she offers all of her clients - who become like family. Angel’s Home Care offers bathing, dressing, ambulatory services, personal care and hygiene, as well as meal prep, light housekeeping and local errands. Many government programs offer only limited services, allowing errands to be run only once a week, while some of Sarah’s client’s enjoy going to the store every day as they are able. They enjoy getting out of the house and shopping daily for their groceries and other errands. Clients come from many different sources, some are referred from local doctors offices, social services or the CAP program, as well as local advertising. They operate in six counties in North Carolina: Randolph, Chatham, Guilford, Davidson, Moore & Montgomery. They have the highest concentration of clients in Randolph County, as it is home to the agency, and the farthest clients are located in the Southern Pines area. Although they care for people of all ages, their average client is between 65 and 74. Their oldest client just turned 100 in early November, and has been a client since 2011. Their youngest client served is currently 29, and has been with them since 2004. Sarah employs 54 full and part-time CNA certified employees. Some have been with her since the beginning. They the work and the atmosphere that Sarah has created. She provides each employee with a turkey on Thanksgiving, a bonus at Christmas, and gift cards on www.asheboromagazine.com
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their birthdays. Sarah manages the administration of the business, and Ashley Walker is her office manager and handles the scheduling and billing. “The reason everyone stays at Angel’s Home Care is because Sarah is so good to them.” Ashley told me. StayWell Senior Care Center in Asheboro contracts Angels Home Care to provide personnel as needed. Some of Angel’s clients attend the facility during the day, and Sarah’s team takes care of them at night. In addition to light housekeeping and errands, they offer around the clock care to someone who cannot be left alone for any length of time. They accept private pay, long term care insurance, and CAP patients. Call Sarah today to discuss your home care needs at 336.495.0338. She will schedule a nurse to visit your home, assess the needs and work with you to create a care plan and a schedule that works for you and your budget, with a minimum of three hours a visit. If you have someone you know that is going to require home health care, the more notice you can give them
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the better. You want to have 48 to 72 hours to get everything in place before the care starts - including making sure the caregiver and the client have time to build a bond which can lead to a trusting relationship. All home health caregivers pass criminal background checks, are bonded and insured and have a valid driver’s license. If you are a caregiver and are interested in applying for a position, visit Angels Home Care on the web at www.angels336.com and go to the job application - it takes just a few minutes to apply, and Sarah will contact you directly as soon as she receives it to schedule an interview. Call Sarah today and give yourself peace of mind that your loved one is in good hands with Angels Home Care.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
NC Visual Artist Les Caison III unveils Solo Exhibit at Downtown Winston-Salem’s Camino Bakery
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hat does it look like when an artist tries his hand at a brand-new mixed media technique to celebrate the warm, iridescent light of winter with depictions of happy angels and free spirits? Find out as downtown Winston-Salem’s Camino Bakery hosts visual artist Les Caison III’s solo exhibition, “Soul Food,” during the month of December. Caison celebrates his 36th solo exhibition at Camino Bakery, located at 310 West 4th Street in downtown Winston-Salem. The exhibition runs Thursday, December 1 through Saturday, December 31, 2016. Join the artist for a free reception from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the bakery on Friday, December 2. For more information, contact Camino Bakery at (336) 721-9990. To see more of Les’ artwork, visit www.LesIII.com” Soul Food – the Artist’s Perspective Winter is among us. Nestling and huddling are ways to protect the warm heart. The heat is strong where life is supported. It beams. These fresh mixed media drawings were almost titled “Happy Mistakes.” It was an important part of their development to be allowed to exist with all their imperfections, stray marks, and frankly the evidence of the learning curve from trying my hand at a new technique. Most of these works contain layers of liquid acrylic, (eeee!) iridescent ink, and unfamiliar ways to integrate mark making. Those that are willing to
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Giving It Yer All
show their process — all the successes, all the failures, and all the learning — they are strong. They are honest. And they have little to remember, for it is all left on the canvas. There is no holding back. There are no convenient, longwinded explanations and vague emperor’s clothes to wrap up. There are no mistakes — but they are not perfect either. This nourishing, honest Soul Food simply appears weightless and hopefully illuminating for others. ARTIST BIO Les Caison III is an award-winning visual artist from North Carolina. A diverse upbringing and public education complete with critical accomplishments in music and visual art inform his creativity. Les paints and illustrates, often intertwining the two. His style is the immediacy between raw and refined. His mixed media artworks tell stories. They offer something for the viewer
to think about for a while. Les enjoys creating visual dialogue for others to consider. He’s also grateful for having a variety of resources and venues to offer his art for public viewing. His work is mentioned in numerous publications, including the March 2010 issue of North Carolinabased “Our State” Magazine. More Than Meets The Eye Honors include a 2008 Elsewhere He is currently the Four Saints Brewing Company’s Art Artist-In-Residence in Greensboro and a 2003 Asheville Wall Project Manager in Asheboro. Artist Grant. His commission projects and patrons span many states and several reside overseas. Les is collected In his free time (ha) Les can be found working on an internationally and has over 120 exhibitions under array of commissions from T-shirt & tattoo designs to his belt — 35 of them solo. He recently accepted an portraits from life & large format paintings. He is an invitation to appear in the 2016 “Cherry Bounce” Group associate member of Winston-Salem’s favorite art venue, Exhibition at William King Museum of Art in Abingdon, Delurk Gallery Collective, and enjoys his time working VA. each year with fourth grade art students via the Guilford Les is from Greensboro, N.C. He graduated from County’s Artists-In-Schools program. Appalachian State University with a BFA in Studio Art. images used with permission from the artist
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COMMUNITY NEWS
LOCAL GIRLS EARN GIRL SCOUTS’ HIGHEST HONOR
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y earning the Girl Scout Gold Award, these girls have become community leaders. Their accomplishments reflect leadership and citizenship skills that set them apart.
“Earning the Girl Scout Gold Award designation is truly a remarkable achievement, and these young women exemplify leadership in all its forms,” said Lane Cook, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont. “They saw a need in their community and took action. Their extraordinary dedication, perseverance and leadership, is making the world a better place.” The Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouting; it recognizes girls in grades 9 through 12 who demonstrate extraordinary leadership through sustainable and measurable Take Action projects. After the minimum requirements are completed, the Gold Award project is the culmination of a girl’s demonstration of self-discipline, leadership ability, time management, creativity, initiative and a significant mastery of skills. Each girl must dedicate a minimum of 80 hours to planning and implementing her project, which must benefit the community and have long lasting impact. Since 1916, girls have successfully answered the call to go gold, an act that indelibly marks them as accomplished members of their communities and the world.
Eve Hutchens opportunity to interact with others in either the outdoor garden or the art room while engaging in various activities.
SARA BULLINS Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont is pleased to announce that Sara Bullins, Asheboro, earned her Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. Bullins, daughter of Jeff Bullins and Bryan and Kim Clodfelter and a member of Troop 40420, worked in partnership with Asheboro City Schools, Guy B. Teachey Elementary and the Piedmont Chapter of JDRF to develop educational videos, social media support sites and support for students living with Type 1 diabetes.
Some universities and colleges offer scholarships unique to Gold Award recipients, and girls who enlist in the U.S. Armed Forces may receive advanced rank in recognition of their achievements.
EVE HUTCHENS Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont is pleased to announce that Eve Hutchens, Asheboro, earned her Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. Hutchens, daughter of Adrian Dawes and Sandra Dawes and a member of Troop 40977, worked in partnership with Staywell Senior Center to develop and design an outdoor garden area and mural in memory of the participants that passed away. Her project focused on providing residents an
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Sara Bullins
Introducing our new team member
Tracy McAdoo, FNP SADIE RICHAU Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont is pleased to announce that Sadie Richau, Asheboro, earned her Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. Richau, daughter of Steve and Kim Richau and a member of Troop 40420, worked in partnership with Asheboro City Schools to promote its new health mascot Corey Comet by developing educational videos for teachers, students and parents to access. About Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont, a United Way agency, is one of 112 councils nationwide chartered by Girl Scouts of the USA to deliver Girl Scout program within specific geographic boundaries. The local council serves nearly 14,000 girls and 6,400 adult volunteers in 40 counties and maintains three camp properties and four service centers offering unique experiences for girls and adults. For more information on how to join, volunteer, reconnect or donate to GSCP2P, call 800-672-2148 or visit www.girlscoutsp2p.org. About Girl Scouts of the USA We’re 2.8 million strong—2 million girls and 800,000 adults who believe girls can change the world. It began over 100 years ago with one woman, Girl Scouts’ founder Juliette Gordon “Daisy” Low, who believed in the power of every girl. She organized the first Girl Scout troop on March 12, 1912, in Savannah, Georgia, and every year since, we’ve made her vision a reality, helping girls discover their strengths, passions, and talents. Today we continue the Girl Scout mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. We’re the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. And with programs for girls from coast to coast and across the globe, Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to do something amazing. To volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, visit www.girlscouts.org.
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COMING SOON 2017 FROM ECUADOR WITH LOVE
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sheboro Magazine has completed its 6th year “on the streets”. It is hard to believe that much time has passed – it seems like just yesterday that we moved from Charlotte to Asheboro. In the six years we’ve been publishing, many great things have happened to our city – in fact, so many great things have happened it is hard to remember or list them all. A common thread in all the major things that have happened is people are investing their time, money and resources in our city in a big way. This investment has paid off and this year Asheboro was named a2016 All America City. Even though I am living in Ecuador at the moment, I am proud to call Asheboro my hometown. My time in Ecuador has given me new opportunities and a fresh perspective. When we started Asheboro Magazine six years ago, we had some really big plans. I remember people sharing their doubt with us when we told them what we were going to do. One of the common things we were asked was “Aren’t you going to run out of things to write about?” The other thing we heard frequently was, “A city the size of Asheboro can’t support a magazine.” I think about these comments and I chuckle to myself. First, we will never run out of things to write about in a city as dynamic as Asheboro in a MILLION years. Secondly, Asheboro doesn’t have just one magazine, it now has two! Looking back at our plans, we were a little ahead of the curve. Some of the things we tried didn’t work, but not because they weren’t good ideas, but because people weren’t ready for them yet. In 2017 we are going to revisit some of those ideas and bring them back to life. We are going to redesign the magazine and our logo to keep things fresh and to represent the tremendous change that Asheboro has gone through since our magazine first hit the streets. The new design will be more progressive, like our city, and will have more white space and more photos. We are constantly complimented on our photography and since a picture is worth 1,000 words, we are going to bring you more. We will continue forward with a similar editorial mission – hyper-local, upbeat, positive content. We are going to be more organized and more focused, but people love
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what we’ve been doing so we are going to keep doing it. The biggest change is coming in the form of our electronic products. We’ve done a lot of soul searching and research and we’ve decided to make a big investment in the Internet. I can’t go into exactly what we are going to do, it is top-secret, but we think our readers and our advertisers are going to like it a lot. In short, in 2017, we are taking Asheboro Magazine to the next level and beyond. We believe that Asheboro deserves the cutting-edge products that we’ll be launching and we feel honored to bring them to you. More than anything, we want to end 2016 on a note of gratitude. You welcomed us into your “family” and you’ve made us feel at home. You’ve helped us when times were tough (when our daughter was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma) and you’ve supported our DREAM every step of the way. Thank you doesn’t seem to cover the level of gratitude we feel for all of our friends here in Asheboro. I don’t think there is a word that adequately expresses our gratitude. Cheers to a Happy New Year!!
Dave
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ASK THE EXPERT YOUR FEET
Don’t Let Winter Be Your ‘Fall’ Season
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ith the hectic pace of the holidays, serious injuries from ice-related falls inevitably occur. Falls on icy surfaces are a major cause of ankle sprains and fractures, and it’s critical to seek prompt treatment to prevent further damage that can prolong recovery. The ankle joint is vulnerable to serious injury from hard falls, twists, and/or sprains. Ice accelerates a fall, and the speed in which one slips is much faster and often causes more severe trauma because the foot can go in any direction after slipping. In cases of less severe fractures and sprains, it’s possible to walk and mistakenly believe the injury doesn’t require medical treatment. Never assume that the ability to walk means your ankle isn’t broken or badly sprained. Putting weight on the injured joint can exacerbate the problem and lead to chronic instability, joint pain, and arthritis later in life. A fracture and a sprain of the ankle can occur at the same time, and a bad sprain can mask the fracture. It is advised to have your foot or ankle evaluated as soon as possible to properly diagnose any problems. If you can’t get to a podiatrist’s office right away, follow the RICE technique –
Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation – until you can see a podiatrist. Fractures are often associated with: • Pain at the site of the fracture that can extend from the foot to the knee • Significant swelling • Blisters over the fracture site • Bruising soon after the injury • Bone protruding through the skin—a compound fracture, which requires immediate attention! Most ankle fractures and some sprains can be treated by immobilizing the joint in a cast or splint to foster union and healing. However, surgery may be needed to repair fractures with significant mal-alignment to unite bone fragments and realign them properly. Newer bone-fixation methods require smaller incisions that minimize tissue damage and bleeding, leading to a quicker recovery time. For further information about ankle fractures and sprains or other foot and ankle problems, contact Triad Foot Center to request an appointment.
Dr. Titorya Stover graduated from Clemson University with a Bachelor of Health Science degree before attending Barry University in Miami Shores, Florida, earning her Doctor of Podiatric medicine with a dual master’s degree in Public Health and Biomedical Science. Dr. Stover is Board Certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
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ASK THE EXPERT YOUR EYES
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arolina Eye Associates is pleased to announce the introduction of the Tecnis Symfony intraocular lens (IOL) to its collection of lens replacement options for cataract surgery. The is the first U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved IOL that provides cataract patients with an extended depthof-focus, which helps improve their clarity or sharpness of vision at near, intermediate and far distances. With patients able to see clearly at all distances, this IOL may reduce the need for patients to wear contact lenses or glasses after cataract surgery. The doctors at Carolina Eye Associates are among the first surgeons to implant this lens in North Carolina. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that can make it harder to see. More than half of Americans age 65 and older have cataracts. In cataract surgery, the cloudy natural lens is removed and replaced with an IOL. The IOL most commonly used in cataract surgery is a monofocal lens, which only allows the person to see at a distance, with closer objects being out of focus. In contrast, the Symfony
lens was specifically developed with features to improve both the range and quality of vision. Many people with cataracts also have other problems with their vision, such as presbyopia and astigmatism, which the Symfony lenses also address. Presbyopia, which affects most people over age 40, is the gradual loss of your eyes’ ability to focus on nearby objects. Astigmatism is an imperfection in the curvature of your eye that can cause blurred vision. The addition of this extended range of vision intraocular lens keeps Carolina Eye on the cutting edge of cataract surgery. Established in 1977, Carolina Eye Associates is one of the largest eye care facilities in the Southeast. The practice provides a full range of quality medical and surgical eye care services. For appointment inquires or for more information on the Symfony lens, cataract surgery or the services offered by Carolina Eye, call (910) 295-2100 or (800) 7335357.
Carolina Eye Associates is one of the largest eye care facilities in the Southeast. The practice provides a full range of quality medical and surgical eye care services. For appointment inquires or for more information on the Symfony lens, cataract surgery or the services offered by Carolina Eye, call (910) 295-2100 or (800) 733-5357.
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ASK THE EXPERT YOUR TAXES
End of the Year Charity Check: Make Sure You Read These 7 Tax Tips Before You Donate Anything
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re you contributing to an organization that’s actually eligible to get deductible contributions? It may be better to give than receive, but it’s smarter to be tax efficient, too.
It certainly is the season for parties, giving, and spending way too much money on the people you love, right? Who wants to think about taxes during the holiday season? Let me give you a compelling reason: possibly thousands of dollars saved with 7 simple charitable tax tips for your endof-the-year planning. 1. Donating to a Charity. First things first.You need to make sure you’re donating to an organization that’s actually eligible to receive deductible contributions. Exempt Organization Select Check is an online database that can show you if a non-profit is legitimate in the eyes of the IRS. Remember, you can’t deduct donations to individuals, political or foreign organizations. Social clubs don’t count, either. On the other hand, churches, synagogues, temples, mosques and government agencies--yes, you could even donate to the IRS, strange as that sounds-- are eligible to receive deductible donations, even if they are not listed in the database.
2. A Record of Giving. In your charitable giving, it’s not just the thought that counts. To deduct any donation of your hard-earned dollars, regardless of the amount, you need to have a bank record or a written communication from the charity including the organization’s name and amount of the donation. Bank records include canceled checks, bank or credit union statements, and credit card statements. These should show the name of the charity, the date and the amount donated. Your credit card statements should also show the transaction posting date. Donations charged to a card before the end of 2016, count for this year. This is true even if the credit card bill isn’t paid until 2017. Also, checks count for 2016 as long as they are mailed before the end of the year. 3. Clothing and Other Household Items. One of the MOST missed deductions! For all donations of property, including clothing and household items, get a receipt that includes the name of the charity, date of the contribution and a description of the donated property. Household items include furniture, furnishings, electronics, appliances and linens and, to be tax-deductible, generally need to be in good condition.
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If you leave your donation at a charity’s unattended drop site, keep a written record of what you gave, as well as the fair market value of the property (at the time of the donation) and how you came up with that number. Additional rules apply for a contribution of $250 or more, so this is where your tax advisor can help you. 4. Driving Back and Forth in Service of Your Charity Counts. This is something many of our clients forget or just don’t know about.You can deduct your mileage or actual costs of transportation to and from charitable events. The bad news is you can’t deduct your time, but if you are a volunteer in an official capacity, you can deduct your out-of-pocket expenses and volunteer mileage at 14 cents per mile. Remember to keep records. 5. To Itemize or Not to Itemize? How you fill out a form can save you thousands of dollars. Only individuals who itemize their deductions on a Form 1040 Schedule A can claim deductions for charitable contributions. This deduction isn’t available if you choose the standard deduction or file a short form (Form 1040A or 1040EZ). This is where a tax pro and basic math skills are helpful. You’ll only have a tax savings if the total itemized deductions (mortgage interest, charitable contributions, state and local taxes, etc.) exceed the standard deduction. 6. Tax-Free Charitable Distributions from Your IRA. A congressional provision allows taxpayers who are 70½ and older to make tax-free charitable distributions from IRAs.
This can work to your advantage in a couple of ways, saving you more than a regular donation. First, IRA distributions for charitable giving aren’t included in your income, effectively lowering your adjusted gross income. Secondly, the distribution to your favorite charity still counts toward satisfying your required minimum distribution. This can be a smart way to give, but make sure you check with your advisor. 7. A Note for Very Generous Taxpayers.You can generally deduct up to half of your adjusted gross income in one tax year. The IRS allows those generous taxpayers to carryover deductions that exceed their charitable contribution amounts for up to 5 years. There are some categories of non-profits in which the IRS only allows up to 30%. 8.Your Gift Tax Exclusion. In the spirit of the holiday season, remember that you can give gifts of up to $14,000 to individuals before the end of the year. This can save gift and estate taxes by sheltering them with the annual gift tax exclusion. If you are married, you and your spouse can use your exemptions together to give up to $28,000 per beneficiary. How’s that for a holiday gift? As always, please feel free to call us or come by for a free consultation. We are located at 405 E Dixie Drive, Suite J in Asheboro between Jimmy Johns and di’lishi. We can be reached at 336-629-4700.
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RCC Inducts 69 Into Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
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eta Theta Rho, the local Five Star Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Randolph Community College, welcomed 69 new members during its Fall Induction Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 5, in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center auditorium on the Asheboro Campus. Zeno Phu, Beta Theta Rho treasurer, led the Pledge of Allegiance while Lilith Ward, secretary, presented the invocation. Clark Adams, RCC English/Communication instructor and one of the chapter advisors, welcomed the crowd and explained the mission and purpose of Phi Theta Kappa, noting the four hallmarks of Phi Theta Kappa: leadership, fellowship, scholarship, and service. “Each one of you has gone over and above what has been required of you here at RCC,” Adams told the students. “You set the standard for other students to follow, and we’re proud of you.” In his welcome message, Adams recognized college employees, administration, and other Phi Theta Kappa advisors for their support. Wendell Haselden, an RCC and Phi Theta Kappa alumnus, was the alumni speaker. He attended RCC from 2009 to 2010 where he became a member of the college’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa in spring 2010. He received his Associate in Applied Science degree in Funeral Service Education in 2012 from Fayetteville Technical Community College, a collaborative program with Randolph Community College.
Haselden is a licensed funeral director and embalmer at Davidson Funeral Home of Lexington. In his address, he explained how after he was laid-off from his job of over 30 years, he attended RCC and received a first-class education where he received assistance from his instructors and developed as a student. Haselden encouraged the new inductees to have a positive attitude, stay focused, and express gratitude. “Does this choice of lifestyle sound like a person an employer would like to hire? A happy person, a positive person, a focused person, a committed and confident person, a healthy person?” Haselden asked. The keynote speaker was Dr. Robert S. Shackleford Jr., president of Randolph Community College. Shackleford spoke to the students about the importance of hard work by referencing an interview with the famous UCLA basketball coach John Wooden. In the interview, Wooden was asked who his favorite player he ever coached was, to which Wooden gave a surprising answer. It was not the famous Kareem Abdul-Jabbar or Bill Walton, but it instead was Curtis Rowe. Shackleford explained that, according to Wooden, it was not the number of points that his players scored, or the number of rebounds the players had, but it was how hard they worked that made the difference. Shackleford expressed to the new members how hard work and dedication leads to success. Next came a special presentation by the director of transfer recruitment and special events for Salem College, Jennifer Chapman, and the admissions and enrollment coordinator/ academic advisor for Salem College, Anne Donovan. Each new Phi Theta Kappa member was presented with a special scholarship letter and certificate from Salem College, exclusively for Phi Theta Kappa members. Suzanne Rohrbaugh, RCC vice president of instructional services, presided over the ceremony and inducted the new members. Student
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officers of the local chapter played key roles in the ceremony. Jahmina Ollison, president, told the audience about the significance of the carnation as a symbol of Phi Theta Kappa and led the new inductees in the Phi Theta Kappa pledge. Taylor Maness, the vice president, handed out the carnations to the inductees, while Nicholas LaPlant, the public relations officer, was in charge of the membership book. Phi Theta Kappa members Joshua Castro and Cason Conder served as ushers.
Randolph Community College welcomed 69 new Phi Theta Kappa scholars on Nov. 5. The Students and their guests students pictured in these two photos were among the 42 who attended the ceremony were invited to enjoy light refreshments and fellowship Lipman, Sabrina Selena Michelle Lucas, Jennifer Anne provided by Phi Theta Kappa advisor Melissa Earliwine in the Armadillo Cafe following the induction. Waymon Martin Mraz, Robert Osler Norton, Rachel Christine Osborne, (department head, Business Administration) and Dorothy Sandra Cristina Ramirez-Saldana, Paul Douglas Sanders Hans (English/Reading instructor) are also Phi Theta Kappa Jr., Ashley Lane Shackleford, Bridget Tori Swaney, Molly advisors. Ann Teel, Amiya Ja’lyn Terry, Trew Barrett Williamson. Established in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa is the only Den ton: Alexandria Lynne Caison, Anna Wilson Hedrick, international honor society serving two-year institutions. Cynthia Creed Hunt. It recognizes the academic achievement and integrity of Eagle Springs: Bryant Timothy West. students enrolled in associate degree programs. Students East Bend: Richard Benton Whittington Jr. who are invited to join Phi Theta Kappa must have completed 12 credit hours and must possess a grade point Franklinville: Hayley Alyssa Cole. average of 3.5 or higher. Lexington: Haley Lynette Parrish. Beta Theta Rho, Randolph Community College’s chapter, Lib erty: Dennie Faye Hill, Brooklyn Joelle Langley, Kayla was chartered on Nov. 1, 1999, and over 3,300 students Mariah Martin, Cindy Tinoco-Perez. have been inducted in the past 17 years. RCC’s chapter has Pleasant Garden: Lisa Kay Brown. maintained Five Star status for 13 consecutive years. The Five Star status recognizes chapters that have met a higher Ram seur: Brian Campos Vasquez, Patricia Hunt Craven, standard of quality programming and have completed every Santiago Tzintzun Perez, Lydia Ann Siler. requirement set forth by Phi Theta Kappa to reach the Ran dleman: Luke Daniel David Bailey, Robin Lamb Carter, highest star level. Olesia Leonna Headen, Sielinda Brynne Highfill, Ernest Students (identified by hometowns) who were inducted on Dean Nicholson, Evan Eugene Strickland Jr., Carolyn Nov. 5 include the following: Gayle White. Archdale: Grace Davis Harrell, Davindra Rammani. Seagrove: Mildred Ann Lundy, Camille Alexandra Smith.
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Asheboro, NC native Ty Bru represents duo that won Hip Hop Album Of The Year Honors at the 15th Annual Independent Music Awards at Lincoln Center, NYC
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he Independent Music Awards [The IMAs], announced the year’s best global artists and worldwide releases during a day-long celebration of exceptional self-released and indie label talent. All Hail the Yeti, Camila Meza, Macy Gray, Ty Bru & Tenacious, Fiona Joy, Masta Ace, The Mud Howlers, Air Traffic Controller, Olivia Penalva, The Krickets and Xcelencia are among the artists honored in this year’s IMAs. A complete list of The 15th IMA Winners available at http://independentmusicawards.com/the-15thindependent-music-awards-winners. The IMAs Independent Music Party and award ceremony, an 8-hour music marathon co-sponsored by Lincoln Center for The Performing Arts, drew hundreds of indie artists, industry innovators and music fans from around the world to the David Rubenstein Atrium in New York City for performances, panel discussions; and to learn this year’s winners of the prestigious IMAs. Top honors in 80 Album, EP, Song, Producer, Music Video and Design categories were determined by blueribbon artist and industry judging panels which included: Tom Waits and Kathleen Brennan, Meshell Ndegeocello, Slayer, Dido, Alt-J, Amy Lee, Krewella, The Kills, Ledisi, Suzanne Vega and Warren Haynes, among many other recording artists, talent buyers, music press and programmers. A complete list of The 15th IMA Judges available at http:// independentmusicawards.com/15th-
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annual-ima-judges Find The Independent Music Awards Online at www. IndependentMusicAwards.com Ty Bru & Tenacious condensed bio With the style and sound of hip hop authenticity, well established North Carolinian artists/labelmates, Ty Bru (Asheboro, NC) and Tenacious (Elizabeth City, NC) have created a cohesive duo, quickly becoming a powerhouse pair. With the Mightier Than The Sword Records release of their debut collaborative album, entitled “The Dopest MCs,” both rappers have dipped fully into their respective styles; those same ones that have made them crowd favorites throughout stages of North Carolina and as far as Shanghai over the past decade and a half. Tenacious with his smooth, silky flow and Ty Bru’s powerfully compelling lyricism…an explosive combination, TNT with such a raw, elegantly genuine hip hop demeanor.
This is the story of a selfless nurse and a 1.5-lb. girl wonder. Infants are a passion for Cathy Wyler, RN, and neonatal care is her calling. On the day Demi Idowu came into this world born 16 weeks early, Cathy and the rest of the dedicated team at Cone Health Women’s Hospital immediately began to do what they do best. Along with the constant, loving presence of her parents, Demi received the exceptional physical and emotional care that has enabled her to become the healthy, playful 3-year-old she is today.
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
Simply Asian Thai Simply the Best
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imply Asian Thai restaurant in the Food Lion shopping center on E Dixie Drive has new ownership. Rina Pheng has wanted to open a restaurant of her own since she was twelve years
Growing up in Cambodia, she knew she wanted to move to the United States. Her aunt introduced her to a nice man and arranged their marriage. She moved here in 2007. Rina and her husband have one child together and just celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary on November 4th. Rina came to Asheboro with a friend to look at a restaurant business for sale. “My friend decided it wasn’t for her, but I went home and talked to my husband and he told me to go for my dream.” Rina brought her distinct taste to the restaurant, and works closely with the chef to make sure that every dish that leaves the kitchen is exactly the way the customer ordered it. If they want it spicy, it’s spicy – if they prefer mild, that’s what they will get. “I thought about it a lot because you want to have lunch made your way, if you don’t like onion, you are not going to enjoy a dish that is full of onions.” With many vegetarian options on the menu, Rina offers something for every one. Rina brought many recipes of her own and makes the best Pho around – a noodle dish with lots of garnishes. During a lunch time rush they will go through two or three pots of it on a busy day. She is proud to be able to help support her family in Cambodia through her efforts, and is building a life for her son. Her attitude and aptitude are exactly what the restaurant and Asheboro needs.
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Despite a slow start, Rina’s reputation is growing in Asheboro. She spent some time visiting local businesses and handing out menus, inviting people to come and try the restaurant. Her efforts are paying off big time. After several articles and a spot on Fox8 – business is picking up quickly. Patrons are coming to try the food, and returning again and again, and bringing their friends. Rina, like other local small business owners, realizes the value of working together to make a community grow. She recently teamed up with Andrew and Joel from Four Saints Brewing Company to offer a drunken noodle dish made with their St. Augustine Jalapeño Smoked Brown Ale (the beer I use exclusively to make chicken chili and Dave’s Shepherd’s Pie!) The rich flavor of the beer really enhances a dish when cooking. Rina intends to expand the menu more as the business grows, and has plans to offer sushi in the coming months. The day I visited Simply Asian, I ordered Orange Chicken, which is my son’s favorite dish. Normally you get chicken in a sweet orange sauce with rice and maybe a vegetable or two. This dish was bursting with flavor which was not overpowering, and was loaded with vegetables in
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his month’s I Am Asheboro is dedicated to a beautiful soul taken way too early. Laura Kathleen Lisk, daughter of Reynolds and Mary Lisk, died from injuries sustained in a car accident on November 27th. The entire community is mourning her passing, and pink ribbons, her favorite color, adorn every street corner and business. The next few pages are stories, memories and photos of Laura as she is remembered by her family and peers.
Laura Kathleen Lisk 1994 - 2016
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“Where do I even begin? I had no clue what I was getting myself into when I decided to live with you Freshman year. My life was forever changed from that moment on. These last 5 years with you have honestly been the best years of my life and I wouldn’t trade them for the world. I am so thankful for the time I had with you and the many memories we shared! You were by far the most beautiful person I ever met, not only for your outer beauty and that smile that would light up any room you were in, but for what you had on the inside. You have made such an amazing impact on my life and I can’t thank you enough for that. My life was forever changed for the best from the first day I met you. Heaven gained a beautiful angel and I know I have the best guardian watching over me. I know I will see you again soon and we will have lots to catch up on. Until then, fly high sweet girl. I will always love you!”
“Sunday my world stopped for a moment and today my heart stopped for a second!! I am selfish and want you here. I close my eyes and see your beautiful face and you tell me it's ok and I tell you we are not. You came into our lives with that big personality and infectious smile!! It did not take long before you became my girl, my La and Jerry's "mouth" because he always said you were loud for such a little young lady. I will carry you in my heart and in my mind forever until I see you again in heaven!! Forever your Tay, Tephie, Stephanie.”
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“Rhonda and I are heartbroken by Laura’s tragic passing. We’ve known the Lisk family since we moved to Asheboro in 1993, and we were neighbors on Coxemoor. During that time, we’ve watched Laura grow from a happy and fun child, into a young woman full of potential and dreams. She loved life and all those in her life. Her smile lit up the room. Our community and all those who love the Lisks have lost a bright young soul. We will deeply miss her.”
Steve Eblin
“Laura was the very best of both her parents. She always had her mom’s radiant smile on her face, and she had her father’s compassionate heart. Together those attributes drew people to her. And those are the two things that will live forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved Laura Kathleen Lisk.”
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“When your parents are best friends with people with other kids, often, you just sort of take on that role as friends with their kids. Luckily for us, Tyler and Laura were friends you actually wanted to have. Laura was that person in many people’s lives that they couldn’t wait to see. She was that in mine. She and I shared the same appreciation for cheesy humor and her laugh was not only funny, but it made you laugh with her. She was a kind soul. A bit of an old soul. She turned into a second sister to me. I am incredibly grateful that I got to spend a full afternoon alone with LaLa at my house recently. We discussed what the future held and what her fears were. My favorite things I took away from that afternoon were us agreeing on how we just really wanted to make our parents proud, help people somehow and really enjoy our lives. Pretty simple, yet quality goals. Laura’s life was cut short by tragedy, but I know from the bottom of my heart she had led a life filled with happiness, love, compassion, laughter and faith. Tomorrow is the eighth anniversary of my mother’s death, and I can’t help but know that mom was standing at the gates of heaven, greeting Laura with a smile, with her granddads, aunt Laura and so many other people making her feel safe. Please keep Reynolds, Mary, Tyler III, her grandmother, her MiMi and so many others in your thoughts and prayers for a long time. I love your face off, Lala and my heart is broken. Until we meet again.”
R. Tyler Wilhoit
“Having one of the most genuine kind hearted people gone from this world seems unreal! She saved me through some of my worst days and was brutally honest with me with no one else would be! She was just as beautiful of an angel on earth as she is now! She taught me that no truth is too honest and a smile really can make all the difference!”
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“Over my 25 years of coaching volleyball. it was a rare occasion for me to keep a Freshman on the varsity team. One such occasion occurred when I had the opportunity to coach Laura Lisk. This vibrant, talented, spunky freshman absolutely captured my heart! Her dedication to her team, her pure loyalty, and love for the game made her the perfect player and teammate. The thing I remember most was her unbridled, contagious laughter. What a beautiful angel Heaven has gained!”
Kim Dickinson Black
I’ve always said “I don’t want to live in Asheboro”, but I truly want to take those words back. This community has shown what love truly is. This community came together in the hardest of times to support a very special family. A family I have grown up with, a family that helps people in need, and a family who just has the best of hearts! When I got the call Sunday evening I was speechless. I was heartbroken and in shock. I was just with Laura. We had just toasted to the Panthers. She met my Tyler and hugged him like she had known him for years. We had plans to get together over Christmas break. Spending every evening with their family at home this week until the wee hours of the morning really hit me hard. Even after talking about all the special memories, spending some time in her room with T. Lisk, and seeing everyone in disbelief I don’t think it had truly hit me yet. Last night it did... Seeing the beautiful Laura lay completely in comfort took my breath away. I lost all control of my tears, my heart pounded out of my chest and I turned to the person behind me and said “we are too young for this!” As the days go on, we will always question why? The only answer I have is - God was ready! Laura touched so many people here in her short 22 years that He needed her in Heaven. It was her time! Even though I’m still not ready to accept it and I’m not sure I will ever be, I know she is looking down on all of us. She’s telling us to smile, keep living, and to always love people. The memories I have with La will forever be close in my heart. That smile will always be in the back of my mind! And when I see pink, well I’ll know Laura is right beside me! Rest easy beautiful girl! And always fly high!
Kathryn Leigh
I have so many memories with Laura I am at a loss for what to say. Laura had an obsession with my dad, it was an ongoing joke for years and years with a few of our friends that we would pick about each other's dads. She would always talk about how much she loved "Keithy" and to this day I have a cardboard box at my parents house in the closest with her hand writing on it that says "I love you but not more than I love Keith"; Laura always took the joke the "furthest" but would get so mad when we would joke and pick about her dad. It was hilarious to all of us Laura had such a care free personality you would have to stay on top of her about a lot of things. Bless her heart, I had to pick up her bridesmaids dress from Davids bridal for her because she couldn't remember! I got a call from Davids Bridal saying if the dress wasn't picked up by the next day they were putting it back on the floor. I called Laura and she giggled about it. Me doing my best not to be a bride-Zilla laughed it off because I could never stay mad at her.
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2016 Playhouse Showcase
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he Playhouse Showcase is a unique partnership between the Home Builders Associations of Asheboro/ Randolph County and our local high school’s Construction Career Development Classes. In partnering with the schools, the Home Builders Association provides all materials, plans and appropriate builder supervision for the carpentry and masonry classes to construct their own unique and custom playhouse. The schools also have the option of getting their art and design departments involved in the finishing decor. Upon completion, each playhouse is entered into our county wide competition. They are judged by our Home Builders Association and affiliates. The playhouses are also displayed at supporting business locations throughout the community. The playhouse partnership is a positive and educational experience for both the Home Builders Association, the schools and for the local business that help make this competition possible. Because of the overwhelming support of local businesses and community involvement, the HBA is able to provide over $25,000 in construction materials to the participating high schools. We are also able to offer cash donations
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to each school by splitting their raffle ticket sales 50/50. In addition, the HBA offers $2500 in college scholarships for deserving students who has displayed leadership, excitement and academic achievement while participating in the Playhouse Showcase Competition.
We are grateful to the students and the teachers who work faithfully to make this Playhouse Partnership such an amazing success! SWRHS: Jeff Perry / Jeff Fleckham THS: Louis Dorset ERHS: Adam Lambert PGHS: Dave Webster / Wayne Miller WHS: Bruce Hunt The raffle winner drawn during the Annual Asheboro Christmas parade was Mr. Harold Vanderveer of Biscoe, NC, who will get to choose from the five houses built. The other four will be auctioned off in the Lowe’s parking lot on E. Dixie Drive at 1:00 pm on December 17th.
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AT THE YMCA ‘Your Heart is at the Y’ Dinner & Dance
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the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA to help make accessible the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow, and thrive. With a focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the Y nurtures the potential of children and teens, helps people live healthier active lives, and provides opportunities to give back and support our neighbors. Ticket price for the event is $60/person. Sponsorship opportunities are available as well. Kick up your heels in a winter wonderland for a special The funds raised last year made it possible for the YMCA evening to support your Randolph-Asheboro YMCA. Join to purchase new computer software, mulch, picnic tables us in January this year for our fourth annual ‘Your Heart is and trash cans at both the Nursery playground and the at the Y’ Dinner and Dance; an elegant evening to benefit playground located near the Community Walking Track, youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. umbrellas, shade and furniture at the Splash Pad, outdoor This event has been moved to January 27, 2017, with an movie screen and popcorn machine, glass tinting in the inclement weather date set for January 28, so please mark fitness area, rowing machine and other fitness equipment, your calendars and reserve your seats for an exciting and major pool renovations and upgrades and fund the meaningful evening! Darkness to Light Child Sexual Abuse Prevention program. Romantic lighting, formal setting, and a superb dinner This is just a partial list of upgrades, renovations, and new make for the perfect date night or night out with friends. equipment for your Y. The YMCA would not be able to Couples and singles are welcome! The affair will be held at Pinewood Country Club. Attire is semi-formal. Mingling make lasting changes in our community without the help begins at 6:30pm with a cash bar. There will be music and and dedication of volunteers. dancing so, hit the dance floor as DJ Don Allred plays your This event is being thoughtfully planned out by our ‘Friends favorite tunes! The evening will also consist of a live auction of the Y’ Committee which consists of a wonderful group of with big ticket items! volunteer ladies who love and support our Y. The ‘Friends You will be dancing for a cause as all proceeds go toward of the Y’ Committee members are as follows: Pat Allred, Susan Batten, Courtney Callicutt, Linda Daves, Ann Hoover, Fran Knapp, Sandra Lail, Gina McKee, Jan Monroe, Cindy Schroder, Nicki McKenzie Voncannon and Julia Wittenberg. This event was completely sold out last year, so reserve your seats today! Please contact the RandolphAsheboro YMCA at (336) 625-1976 or any member of the ‘Friends of the Y’ committee for tickets, additional information or to become a sponsor! www. RandolphAsheboroYMCA. com. ach year, millions of Americans turn the calendar to the New Year and make resolutions. But without breaking these goals down into smaller milestones, it can be easy to lose momentum. In fact, a 2014 YMCA survey found that less than a quarter of respondents kept their resolutions throughout the year. Many (71 percent) tried, but stated that they fell short of their goals, while 40 percent confessed they gave up within the first few months, even weeks, of the New Year!
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CLUES ACROSS 1. Actor Damon 5. Resort 8. Low continuous tones 11. Cape Verde capital 13. Abbreviation for clean 14. Shoe retailer 15. Dashery 16. Head covering 17. Canadian flyers 18. A plant fiber used for making rope 20. Prime Minister __ Hirobumi 21. Hani 22. Nonexistences 25. Mexican victory holiday 30. Avowed 31. Ref 32. 2013 Philip. volcano eruption 33. Beard lichen genus 38. Tennis player organization 41. More saline 43. New York City 45. A ship’s cheapest fare 47. A winglike part 49. At the stern 50. Oral polio vaccine 55. Tatouhou 56. In addition 57. Baltic flat-bottomed boat (alt. sp.) 59. Search for 60. Gray sea eagle 61. Music timings 62. Make a mistake 63. Root mean square (abbr.) 64. Sleeveless Arab garments
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RECIPES
M
aking Christmas cookies is the highlight of my season, and really puts me in the spirit. I have a few new recipes to try and share this year. It’s a great way to spend time with your kids (yes, even the 22 year old gets into it!) and there is lots of talking and laughing and much to my daughter’s dismay, Christmas music on the stereo. Enjoy!!
Hot Chocolate Cookie Cups 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup softened butter 1 egg 1 tsp. vanilla 1/3 cup sour cream 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda 2 cups flour 2 TBSP holiday sprinkles
Fudge Filling: 2 cups semi-sweet chocoate chips 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condenced milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 24 mini candy canes tiny marshmallow 1 tbsp melted white chocolate
Directions Making the cookie cups: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. 2. With a hand mixer, cream together sugar and butter. Add egg and vanilla. 3. In separate bowl, combine sour cream, salt and soda. Add flour and sour cream to butter mixture, beat until smooth. Add 2-3 TBSP holiday sprinkles and mix just until combined. Scoop dough out using a 2 TBSP cookie scoop and put one in each mini muffin cup. No need to roll the dough to make it smooth- it will all bake the same. 4. Bake cookies for 15-18 minutes, making sure they’re not getting too brown at the end. {If they are, pull them out.} Right after you take them out, use a small measuring spoon to push into the middle of each cookie cup, creating a space for the fudge filling to go.You don’t want to push through the cookie completely - but make sure you create a big enough space. 5. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then gently run a thin knife along the sides to pop them out. If you greased the pan well, you shouldn’t have any problems here! To make the fudge filling: 1. Combine the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a microwave safe bowl. Mix lightly and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes. The mixture doesn’t look melted, but give it a few gentle stirs and you’ll see it’s heated well enough. Add vanilla and stir again until smooth. 2. Transfer about 3/4 the fudge into a quart-sized ziplock bag. Squeeze the fudge into a corner and snip the corner off. Now you can easily pipe the fudge into the cookies! The great thing about this fudge is that it sets up super fast, so feel free to fill the cookies well, so that the fudge goes above the cookie - it will set up and not run out! If your fudge gets too solid, just pop it back in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Assemble the cookies: 1. Cut the rounded part off the candy canes and adhere them to the side of each cookie cup with melted white chocolate. Put white chocolate on the cut portion of the candy cane, press it to the side of the cookie cup, then set it down on the counter until the white chocolate is solid. After about a minute, the candy cane handle is well attached to the cookie cup! 2. Fill each cookie cup with fudge. Place several tiny marshmallows on top. Let cool. Store cookies in an airtight container on the counter top, or in the fridge for up to 1 week.
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Peppermint Mocha Cookies 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar 1 large egg, at room temperature 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 tsp peppermint extract 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons (53g) unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking soda 1Tbsp instant coffee granules 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup (180g) mini or regular size semi-sweet chocolate chips 8 oz white chocolate, coarsely chopped 3 large candy canes, crushed
Directions 1. In a large bowl using a hand-held mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter for 1 minute on medium speed until completely smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and brown sugar and beat on medium high speed until fluffy and light in color. Beat in egg, vanilla and peppermint extracts on high speed. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. 2. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, instant coffee, and salt together, until combined. On low speed, slowly mix into the wet ingredients until combined. The cookie dough will be quite thick. Switch to high speed and beat in the chocolate chips. The cookie dough will be sticky. Cover dough tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and chill for at least 3 hours and up to 3 days. NOTE: Chilling is mandatory for this cookie dough. 3. Remove cookie dough from the refrigerator and allow to sit at room temperature for 20 minutes-- if the cookie dough chilled longer than 3 hours, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This makes the cookie dough easier to scoop and roll. 4. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. (Always recommended for cookies.) Set aside. 5. Scoop and roll balls of dough, about 1.5 Tablespoons of dough each, into balls and place on the baking sheets. 6. Bake the cookies for 8-9 minutes. Be sure to rotate the pan once during bake time. The baked cookies will look extremely soft in the centers when you remove them from the oven. Allow to cool for 5 minutes on the cookie sheet. They will slightly deflate as you let them cool. Transfer to cooling rack to cool completely. 7. Melt the chopped white chocolate in a double boiler or (carefully!) use the microwave. For the microwave, place the white chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl. Melt in 15 second increments, stirring after each increment until completely melted and smooth. 8. Dip each completely cooled cookie halfway into the white chocolate and place onto a parchment or silicone baking matlined baking sheet. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top of the chocolate. Repeat with the rest of the cooled cookies. Place the baking sheet into the refrigerator to help the chocolate set. Once set, enjoy! Make ahead tip: Cookies stay fresh covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Baked cookies (without white chocolate and candy cane) freeze well - up to three months. Decorate after they thaw out. Cookie dough balls freeze well too - up to three months. Bake frozen cookie dough balls for about 10 minutes. No need to thaw them. For more information, read my tips on freezing cookie dough. www.asheboromagazine.com
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