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SPINDALE — Main Street was a celebration of all things hircine Saturday with the inaugural Spindale Dairy Goat Festival. Exhibitors from across the state and region came to sample food, sell their wares and compete in the American Dairy Goat Association show. “We saw the event listed on their website,” said Dianne Jones, who drove several hours from Tennessee to watch the show and volunteer in the parade. “We especially wanted to see the little ones judged and we were hoping to get some commemorative ‘poo crew’ t-shirts for cleaning up after the parade, but all those had already been given away.” Jones, along with fellow Tennessean volunteers Marcus King and Debbie Gilliand Please see Goat, Page 6A
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Dozens of does and other goats (above right) were ready for judging during the American Dairy Goat Association show as part of the Spindale Dairy Goat Festival Saturday afternoon. A special tent on Main Street handled the competition. The festival and parade weren’t limited to just dairy goats. Here, (bottom right) some cargo — pack animal — goats show their skills during the parade. Scott Baughman/Daily Courier
SPINDALE — Ruth Kurkendall met her friend, Elizabeth, at the Rutherford County Senior Center. She recalls a day when Elizabeth was limping, saying her feet were killing her. Ruth got her to the doctor and helped Elizabeth to care for the “kissing corns” between two of her toes. And as time went on, Ruth realized Elizabeth needed even more help. “She lived alone and still drove a car,” Ruth said. “I worried about her living alone.” Sometimes Elizabeth would forget to eat, Ruth said, so she began to take her meals to the senior center to take home at night. And she’d call to make sure Elizabeth had eaten them. Ruth talked with Elizabeth’s doctor, who referred her to seek services through the Rutherford County Department of Social Services. DSS assisted Ruth in finding a nursing home for her friend — who had no family — and with gaining guardianship over Elizabeth’s care. While Elizabeth’s situation isn’t as extreme as some, it is one that is representative of what constitutes as elder abuse, neglect or exploitation. According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Aging and Adult Services, during fiscal year 20082009, 69 percent of adult protective services cases reported to county departments of social services involved self neglect. Governor Beverly Perdue has proclaimed the period between May 10 and June 18 as Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse Awareness Month. Elder abuse, said Rutherford County DSS Director John Carroll, isn’t something he believes people are as aware of as child abuse. “People are just not aware of it and they don’t know what to do if they have not been through it before,” he said. Ruth said DSS helped to have Elizabeth evaluated, and a court determined she could no longer live alone. “Through many visits we determined she’d have to have 24 hour supervision,” said Vic Martin, Please see Seniors, Page 6A
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R-S Central sophomore Bronwyn Fadem (above) and East High students (left) Traci Campbell and Adam Lawing attended N.C. State leadership program.
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FOREST CITY – Three county high school students got a first-hand view at college life through a student-led leadership program at N.C. State recently. Each year, the SATELLITE (Science and Technology Enriching Lifelong Leadership In Tomorrow’s Endeavors) Program at N.C. State offers a five-day educational retreat to selected sophomores from North Carolina’s rural public high schools. The SATELLITE scholars are chosen for their creativity, motivation and interest in science and technology. This year students from R-S Central and East High were selected to attend the event. “It was the most fun we’ve had all year,” said East High students Traci Campbell and Adam Lawing. Applications for the program were due in mid March and the students Please see Teens, Page 6A
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When The Tree Top Grocery officially opened at The Learning Tree, Forest City, Friday morning, early shoppers included Luke Holland, Chance Brown, Isaac Rollins, Hannah McHargue. and Hayden Galloway, Teachers and staff, Danielle Green, Barbara Fowler and Vonda Moore, led the organization of the grocery store. Parents and others helped stock the store with groceries. There are also aprons for the cashier.
SPINDALE – John Higgins, owner and operator of Smith’s Drugs of Forest City, is the winner of the 2010 Outstanding Alumnus Award at Isothermal Community College. The award was presented by Stephen Matheny, Isothermal’s vice president of administrative services, at the annual graduation ceremony on Monday, May 17. Higgins was selected for the honor by the Isothermal Alumni Association. Upon receiving the award, Higgins said “It’s such a great honor to accept this award. My time at Isothermal Community College was such an important time in my life that I knew I had to do whatever it took to accept this award in person. “Isothermal played an extremely important role in leading me to a successful career.” Higgins earned an associate of science degree at Isothermal from 1984 to 1986 after graduating from R-S Central High School. He continued his studies at the Campbell University School of Pharmacy and earned his Doctorate of Pharmacy in 1990 as a member of Campbell’s charter class in that discipline. He went to work at Smith’s Drugs in Forest City in 1991 and became its owner and operator in 2000. He has continued his learning journey by obtaining industry certifications and advanced training in the areas of osteoporosis, immunization and male andropause. Higgins writes a weeky column called “Your Pharmacist Speaks,” which appears in The Daily Courier. His leadership has made Smith’s Drugs one of the premier pharmacies and vital care centers in the area. He was nominated by a friend and former employee, Melanie Queen Blackwell, who called Higgins “not only a brilliant businessman, but someone who has kept history alive by keeping Smith’s Drugs a hometown pharmacy.” Blackwell also said of Higgins, “He cares about his customer as if they were one of his family and he is always ready with a smile. He makes sure that no person walks out the door without all of their questions answered. … He once told me that Isothermal Community College was the stepping stone he needed to become the person he is today.” Higgins is married with one son. He is a member of Gideon International, Forest City Kiwanis and Spindale United Methodist Church where he has served as treasurer for more than 15 years. He is in training for the MS Challenge Walk, a three-day 50-mile race in June. This is his third year and the cause is near to his heart because his mother suffers from Multiple Sclerosis. Past recipients include Ted Hall, Daniel J. Good, Rita Burch, M. Barry Gold, Caroline Wellmon and Kimberly Amos.
Moon watchers invited MT. GILEAD (AP) — A North Carolina historic site dedicated to Indian heritage is taking advantage of the season to view the moon in all its detail. The Town Creek Indian Mound near Mt. Gilead holds an astronomy night on Saturday at one of the last sites in the Piedmont where the sky is dark and the moon’s craters are most visible. Moonwatchers are encouraged to dress for the night air and bring binoculars and telescopes. The mission of Town Creek Indian Mound is to tell the history of the American Indians who once lived there about a thousand years ago.
NCSU 2010 class raises money for bell RALEIGH (AP) — What’s a tower with no bell? The question helped by Scott Jackson North Carolina State University’s Class of Getting Off On The 2010 raise $53,000 Right Foot to buy a bell for the Setting the right price for tower that has become a home going on the marthe school’s symbol, ket has never been a more of a successful Forest Citycritical Daily part Courier_Ruth Co People_1.833inx3in The News & Observer home-selling strategy. In of Raleigh reported close consultation with their Saturday. agents, sellers should base The tower has never their asking price of what had bells but uses an comparable properties recently sold for in their neighaudio system to mimic borhoods and surrounding the sound. areas. Sellers who insist on The tower was planned setting their asking prices on 90 years ago, but by the the basis of what they want time it was dedicated to clear are likely to be disin 1949, there wasn’t appointed. Instead of coming up with an objective marketmoney for bells and based figure, they calculate subsequent fundraising their asking prices on the efforts have fallen short. basis of emotion and expectation. Those who follow the unreasonable strategy of wanting to ‘’clear’’ a certain net dollar amount may well be setting their prices too high. Hint: An overpriced listing will likely stay on the market unnecessarily during the first few days and weeks, the most critical time of a listing period.
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Debut performance of ‘Beautiful, Crazy’ is set FOREST CITY — Rutherford County Arts Council and Rutherford Community Theatre will present the premiere of the new play, Beautiful, Crazy by J. Patrick Moss on Friday, June 4 and Saturday, June 5 at 7 p.m. in the Chase High School Auditorium. Tickets will be available at the door for the “crazy” great price (recession special) of $5 per seat. Proceeds will benefit the Chase Drama Program, the Community Theater’s performing program, and the Arts Council’s after school program, Playing For Keeps. Beautiful, Crazy follows the twists of a love triangle in the most unusual of locations; the Psychiatric Wing of a Hospital. Comical Chaos ensues as patients masquerade around as doctors, get access to medications, and love is left to find its own way. In the role of Cindy, the young night charge nurse at the center of the story, is LeAnne Byers, a four-year veteran of the Chase High Theater Troupe. Her past plays include Altar Egos, The Rubber Room, and My cousin Lino. LeAnne currently attends Isothermal Community College. Jorge Ziranda will be taking on the role of Jim, Cindy’s best friend and love of her life although he doesn’t know it yet. Jorge is also a product of the CHTT and has appeared in My cousin Lino, and Mad Scientists in Love. He also appeared in the Wingate College performance of Peggy the Pint Sized Pirate. Jorge has been very active in acting and has even competed nationally in the National Forensic Leagues interpretive events.
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The cast rehearses for the upcoming performance of Beautiful, Crazy, an original drama written by Chase High teacher J. Patrick Moss.
Taking the role of Alicia (pronounced Ah Lee Cee Ah) is Elizabeth Hodnett. Alicia is Jim’s love interest and a complete prima donna. Elizabeth has been active on stage since middle school and has also appeared on the Chase High stage in the CHTT production of Altar Egos. Elizabeth also has competitive acting experience on the NFL interp circuit. Kirstan Blender will be playing the character of Butter. Butter is a mental patient that seems to only be able to say the word butter which makes for some interesting failures in communication. Kirstan is no stranger to the stage having just appeared in the Rutherford County Arts Council’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Kirstan has four years of experience with the R-S Central Drama Club and RCAC. Dylan Abramczyk will play
Tom, the pathological liar. Dylan has roared onto the scene in the past year with the CHTT production of Mad Scientists in Love. Dylan is also active the National Forensic League. For this production he has also undertaken the role of “Assistant to the Assistant Director” in order to complete his senior project. In the role of Sam is Olivia Dowling. Sam suffers from Disassociative Identity Disorder or as most people know it Multiple Personality Disorder. Olivia doesn’t have this afflicition, but plays it well. She is in her first year of acting and shows great promise. Playing an autistic savant isn’t easy, but that’s exactly what Julia Morgan does as the character of Alex. Julia is a veteran stage hand with 14 years of experience under her belt. Her latest appearance was in the RCAC production of Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat. Julia is very active in RCAC as well as the Afterschool of the arts. Alicia Lowe undertakes the character of Jane. Jane is catatonic and falls, a lot. Alicia has been acting for six years and is the last of the Chase High Theater Troupe alumnus, having had roles in CHTT productions of The Desk, and Altar Egos. Bob, the lisping overzealous night guard, will be played by Chris Cobb. Chris has four years of stage experience and is just coming off of his performance in the Rutherford County Arts Council’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He’s also active in Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy’s drama program Nurse Decker the overbearing boss of Cindy will be played by Laura Collins. Laura has had an active role on stage for the last two decades having acted
numerous productions with the Rutherford County Arts Council and the Rutherford Community Theater. Her last few performances for the RCT have included Lost Highway, Rebecca, and Murder in the Magnolias. She’s also directed Dracula and Deathtrap for the RCT. Laura wears two hats as she’s also the assistant director for Beautiful, Crazy. Dr. Hollifield, the somewhat clueless regional director, will be fielded by J. Patrick Moss. Moss takes on the triple role of writing, directing, and acting. Patrick, a Rutherford County native, has over 24 years of stage experience. He has acted with The Rutherford County Arts Council, The Rutherford Community Theater, The Globe Repertory Company, Mayhem Productions Murder Mystery Troupe, and the Converse College Players. He has directed the last seven seasons with the Chase High Theater Troupe. He is a nationally recognized diamond key coach with the National Forensic League and has coached students to State Championship titles in acting events. Beautiful, Crazy is his first play. He is following in the footsteps of his grandfather, J.E. Haney, who was also a recognized local playwright. This project is a Directors Studio production, jointly sponsored by RCAC and RCT, and is a part of Artreach. The program is made possible in part by support from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council. For more information call, 245-4000.
Christian writers’ group schedules meeting FOREST CITY — All writers or would-be writers of Christian/ inspirational articles, books, poetry, children’s stories, essays, fiction, or non-fiction are invited to the first meeting of the Encouragers on June 14 at 7 p.m. at Father’s Vineyard in Spindale. Encouragers is a writing group designed especially for both established and beginning writers of inspirational material. Anyone wishing to write for the Christian markets or inspirational material for secular markets, is invited to join group. The group will be led by Linda
Tomblin, inspirational writer for the past 30 years. She has been published in numerous publications including Reader’s Digest, Guideposts magazines, The Joyful Woman, and Home Life. As both a winner of Guideposts Magazine’s Writers Contest and a former contributing editor with Guideposts, she has interviewed and ghost-written numerous articles throughout the country. Six of those Guideposts stories were about Rutherford Countians. Tomblin is the winner of two national AMY AWARDs and
the Faculty Hallmark Award at Sandy Cove Writers Conference in Maryland. Free handouts, writers guidelines, speakers, classes and encouraging advice will all be a part of the twice a month Monday night meetings. The group plans to host the “Gathering,” an autumn 2011 “Christ in Creativity Conference” with workshops for writers, editors, publishers, musicians, dancers, actors, photographers, film-makers, and artists. For more information, call the church secretary at 287-2868.
Farmers’ Market opens June 1 New Bean Pod Fragrances and SPINDALE — The Rutherford County Farmers’ Market will be opening for the season on Tuesday, June 1. The market, located at 260 Fairground Roads, Spindale, will operate on Tuesdays and Fridays from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Local producers and market gardeners interested in selling at the Farmers’ Market can contact Jan McGuinn at the Rutherford County Extension Center at 287-6011 or Tommy Strand, Market Manager at 287-6080.
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Our Views We all must fight domestic violence
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omestic violence continues to be a significant problem in this country and in North Carolina. Just consider these statistics: Nationally, 1 in 5 women has reported an incident of violence involving an intimate partner. In North Carolina, 20 percent of all homicides are related to domestic violence; half of all female homicide victims are killed by domestic partners; and more than 13 percent of high school students report incidents of physical violence involving a boyfriend or girlfriend. This is a dirty little secret that we can no longer afford to ignore. In the latest effort to combat domestic violence, the Coalition Against Domestic Violence will host the launch of a new statewide project this week. North Carolina, funded by the CDC, aims to develop a plan to prevent domestic violence and promote positive relationships. This effort comes out of a three-year project that involved domestic violence service providers, survivors, professionals, researchers and policy makers. The effort is already under way in two counties where faith leaders are training in preventing domestic violence; a Men for Peace campaign is engaging others in conversations about healthy relationships; the Safe Dates curriculum is being taught in high schools; and a Strong Girls Club is helping young girls develop a stronger self image. These ideas have promise, but they are not magic. Success depends on all of us acknowledging the problem we face and committing ourselves to fighting it.
Politics of budget not for the weak RALEIGH – Maybe the Republicans are right. Politically, they’re wrong. When the state Senate this week voted on its $19 billion state budget plan, just three Republicans joined with the Democratic majority to vote for the bill. The Senate’s Republican leadership argued that the budget bill was financially irresponsible. They predicted that it would set the stage for tougher decisions, more hardship, and more tax hikes next year. It’s hard to argue with the prediction. The state is counting on another $1.5. billion boost in federal stimulus money for the upcoming budget year. After that, the federal help is likely to begin running dry. A one-penny increase in the state sales tax is also scheduled to expire next year. That would be another $800 million hit to the bottom line. “This budget fails to position the state of North Carolina to address the $3 billion shortfall that is coming next year,” said Senate Minority Leader Phil Berger, a Rockingham County Republican. OK. But no one voted on that 2011-12 fiscal year budget this week. They voted on the 2010-11 state budget. And that budget cuts taxes.
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It doesn’t increase spending. It eliminates some programs that have been criticized for being wasteful. In other words, it does most of the things that Republicans typically say that they want from state budgeting. And they still voted against it. In fact, they even argued against a Democratic proposal to cut small business taxes by $40 million, to ensure that those small business pay no more than the 6.9 percent corporate tax rate. Sen. Andrew Brock, a Davie County Republican, pointed out that the tax cut could average as little as $200 per qualifying business. So the argument has shifted that the only good tax cuts are those over $500 per taxpayer? Or is it $1,000 per taxpayer? Essentially, what Senate Republicans did this week was vote against the following year’s budget this year. But their arguments about next year won’t matter this fall. They’ve delivered a political vic-
tory to Democrats desperately in need of any advantage that they can find. Now, those Republicans can look forward to seeing mailers sent to voters stating how they opposed Senate Bill 897, a bill to cut small business taxes. (That the budget bill does a lot of other stuff will be conveniently omitted.) State government in North Carolina, as Berger has repeatedly pointed out, faces serious, long-term and structural financial problems. That legislators in either party are ready to address those problems, particularly this year, seems unlikely. Easing budgetary pressures over the long haul involve really hard decisions – things like structural changes to Medicaid, redefining state employee health and retirement benefits, rethinking the need for 16 public universities in this state, modernizing the state tax code. Those are the kinds of decisions that would make a lot of different groups of people plenty mad. Interestingly enough, elected officials – Republicans and Democrats – don’t like making people mad. Mooneyham is executive director of the Capitol Press Association.
We don’t place our trust in horses and chariots The Psalmist David said, “Some trust in chariots, some trust in horses, but we will trust in the name of the Lord our God,” Psalm 20:7. Humanity is also cautioned against “leaning on the arm of the flesh” and “leaning on one’s understanding.” In the beginning God did create the heavens and the earth, as we read in Genesis. But from the beginning, mankind has sought to be sovereign apart from God. That same offer made by Lucifer in the garden, still stands today: “You can be as god knowing good from evil.” In other words, to trust in chariots and horses or to trust in one’s innate ability is to think and act autonomously, independent of God and His Word. Why do human beings do this? Why do we trust in horses and chariots or trust in human ability? The answer has to do with sovereignty. It is a matter of throne rights or the crown if you will. The crown represents authority as even a cursory review of history would show us. Historically, the king, whether one looks at recent past history or ancient history, had ultimate authority. To agitate the king on his having a bad day, took only a single word from him to have your head on a platter. The crown was sovereign and all
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that was done was done for the crown. We see this concept in biblical readings or in the more recent past with England and other countries. Adam and Eve were offered the seeming freedom of autonomy, to be free to act independently of God. The illusion of becoming their own “king and queen” had great appeal. They took the offer, sinned with their pride and subsequent rejection of God’s authority so they were ultimately placed outside of God’s glory. The devil had said, “You can become as God, knowing good from evil.” Oh pitiful man, who trusts in his own understanding, who place their trust in chariots and horses. Chariots and horses, in these contexts, is a kind of hyperbole, an obvious exaggeration. A chariot or horse will not change the course of history, but the truth to be extracted here is vital. The chariot and horse are those natural things used by man to impose his will on another. They are symbols of battle
and conquest. It all means the same thing: do you trust in man or God? Returning to our thoughts on sovereignty, the question is asked as to who is really in charge? Is it God or the State? Who has the right to rule or who has singular authority over a people? Many would answer that no one or no thing has absolute authority over them. The danger here is that the autonomous human conscience has the last say. The problem is the conscience is neither disciplined or trustworthy apart from its being fashioned and formed apart from a higher authority. The Apostle Paul warned Timothy, his young spiritual son and pastor in the faith, that the time would come when “their conscience would be seared as with a hot iron.” Man seeks his own sovereignty because to seek that in God is to have to become morally accountable. If God is recognized as God, then His Words must be given validity. If His Words become valid, then one becomes obligated to obey them. This then places one in the position of being obedient and rebellious. If man is rebellious, then he is found guilty. If found guilty, then what awaits is punishment and humanity, especially in
this society, seeks to blame others and avoid punishment at all costs. Something or someone other than the individual, made him act accordingly. Man seeks to avoid personal responsibility. What we see happening now is the making of an institution of man the final authority. Rebellion, in the kingdom of God, is to substitute fallen and corrupt human authority over God’s authority. Man is selfish and self-seeking and humanity suffers for it. The danger we face now is a global danger. This week I viewed a documentary on TV, where several prominent men are calling for a oneworld government. Of course, these globalists, have long ago jettisoned the idea that it is our Constitution and the Constitution alone that should be followed. When government seeks to be God and hold all of the answers, it divinizes itself as to being the ultimate authority. Control is obtained by two means: war and welfare. In particular, welfare is a means of control. Through taxation, regulation and constant legislation, a government can seek to establish itself as divine, even as the Caesars sought to do. They became the lords over the governed and proclaimed themselves the ultimate
authority. Government is ‘a’ gift not ‘the’ gift. Personal freedom is the catalyst to a successful economy, not an interventionist policy that sees itself as owners of wealth not the individual. In fact, wealth is a gift from God and we are to be faithful stewards of these resources. We must be careful, especially Christians who have a biblical view of the world and final judgment, not to become lawless in standing against lawlessness. When young David came to face Goliath he did so because King Saul was unable to. Saul was fearful and completely ineffective. David refused to fight Goliath with “chariots and horses.” David would later write those words in Psalm 20:7, “Some trust in chariots and some in horses.” Trust in the Lord with your whole heart and He will direct your paths. Through prayer and repentance, with unwavering faith, we can make things right again. We will not spend our way out of our moral problems. Stimulus will not come through the dollar. Maybe we need to read what is on our money: “In God we trust.” That is our answer. The Rev. Lankford can be contacted at 286-8078 or rebjlankford@gmail.com.
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The Sunday Courier, Forest City, NC, Sunday, May 23, 2010
Obituaries
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n The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office responded to 175 E-911 calls Friday.
Rutherfordton n The Rutherfordton Police Department responded to 43 E-911 calls Friday.
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This sweet dog is a 4-year-old male Welsh Corgi / Beagle mix looking to find a good home. His pet ID number is A013157. He and many other loving animals are available for adoption at the Rutherford County Animal Shelter on Laurel Hill Drive in Rutherfordton. The shelter’s hours are noon to 4 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. For more information call 287-6025. For the Community Pet Center volunteers office call 2877738.
n The Spindale Police Department responded to 16 E-911 Friday.
Lake Lure n The Lake Lure Police Department responded to 13 E-911 calls Friday.
Forest City n The Forest City Police Department responded to 87 E-911 calls Friday.
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Spokesman says he was told by Easley staff to destroy letter RALEIGH (AP) — A spokesman for a North Carolina state agency says he was directed by staff of former Gov. Mike Easley to destroy a letter sent to Easley in 2007 from the mayor of the governor’s hometown, the News & Observer of Raleigh reported Saturday. Crime Control and Public Safety Department spokesman Ernie Seneca said the directive came from Easley’s press office, but he wasn’t sure who specifically told him to do it.
Seneca sent a copy of the letter to a deputy secretary at the state Transportation Department where Seneca worked at the time with instructions that the letter EMS/Rescue should be destroyed after reading. n The Rutherford County Federal prosecutors have EMS responded to 21 E-911 sought information about calls Friday. transactions surrounding n The Volunteer Life Saving Easley and his associates for and Rescue, Hickory Nut a year. A former assistant Gorge EMS and Rutherford County Rescue responded to pleaded guilty last month to tax evasion and agreed to seven E-911 calls Friday. cooperate with investigators.
Fire Calls n Forest City responded to a motor vehicle accident. n SDO responded to a grass fire. n Spindale responded to a motor vehicle accident and smoke report.
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n Alexis Queen Warner, 16, of 1525 Doggett Rd., charged with disorderly conduct, released on a $1,500 bond. (RCSD) n Jessica Marie Calloway, 20, of 1686 Doggett Rd., charged with simple affray, released on a $1,000 bond. (RCSD) n Larry Clay Creasman, 17, of 113 Conner St., charged with attempted crime against nature, possession of stolen goods and simple possession of a schedule six controlled substance, released on a $7,000 bond. (FCPD) n Lydell Sebastian Watkins, 18, of 128 Woodland Ave., charged with speeding, released on a $800 bond. (NCHP) n Marianne Virginia Beasley, 18, of 301 Fairforest Dr., charged with driving after consuming alcohol while under the age of 21, released on a $500 bond. (RCSD) n Brittany Leann Carson, 19, of 1056 Old U.S. 74, charged with driving while impaired and driving after consuming alcohol while under the age of 21, released on a $1,000 bond. (RCSD)
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The letter Seneca forwarded was from former Southport Mayor Norman Holden, who also was a friend of Easley’s and used to serve as a liaison between the Transportation Department and southeastern counties
when Easley was governor. A federal grand jury meeting last week requested documents from the agency related to Holden’s employment arrangement. And Holden appeared at the federal courthouse but would not comment about why he was there. The letter in question was not destroyed. In it, Holden, who was ending his term as mayor and who had a $19,800-a-year contract with the Transportation Department, gave Democrat Easley an update on politics in Southport. He said the new crop of elected officials taking over the coastal town were aligned with Republicans and would be relying on Republican state officials for “contacts, legislative issues, and grants.” The letter also complained about a Transportation Department engineer who was being difficult to deal with on issues at the exclusive private development Bald Head Island. The letter was sent to the agency’s deputy secretary and overseer of Holden’s contract with a note saying, “From Ernie — advises that you shred this after reading.”
Seneca at first denied advising the letter be destroyed then later told the newspaper the letter came from Easley’s press office with explicit instructions to destroy after reading. He said he wouldn’t have ordered the document shredded unless he was told by someone else. Document destruction has been an issue for the former Easley administration. In 2008, The News & Observer sued Easley over destruction of e-mail. As part of that suit, Easley’s former press secretary Sherri Johnson has testified that the former governor wanted e-mail messages deleted so they would not become public. Johnson told the newspaper Friday that she could not comment on whether she ordered the destruction of the letter to Easley from former Southport Mayor Norman Holden because of that pending lawsuit. Holden appeared this week at the federal courthouse in Raleigh, where a federal grand jury continued its probe into Easley. North Carolina agency documents are not supposed to be destroyed unless specific guidelines are followed.
Fort Bragg building new war memorial
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In this April 28 photo, Neville Locklear, installs lights around construction for a new memorial wall in front of the Army Special Operations headquarters at Fort Bragg. When the Army dedicated a memorial in 1995 to special operations soldiers killed in Vietnam and other conflicts, organizers figured three bronze plaques would be plenty of space to engrave the names of the fallen. They never factored in the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
FORT BRAGG (AP) — When the Army dedicated a memorial in 1995 to special operations soldiers killed in Vietnam and other conflicts, organizers figured three bronze plaques would be plenty of space to engrave the names of the fallen. The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan changed that. Nine years after the invasion of Afghanistan, the US Army Special Operations Command has revamped its memorial, adding granite panels for the names of the fallen and providing room for expansion for at least 20 years. “Since 9/11 we’ve had a lot of soldiers that have paid the ultimate sacrifice and it is time to notch it up another level,” said Col. Frederic Drummond, the U.S. Army Special Operations Command chief engineer, who oversaw the project. The Army Special Operations Command has added the names of more than 200 soldiers killed in combat to the wall. “We took our casualty rates as of now and put them out 20 years. Hopefully it will last 40 or 50, but if we go at
Pearline Elizabeth Tomlin Dills, 96, died Friday May 21, 2010. Born in White County Georgia, she was a daughter of the late Frank Houston Tomlin and Mattie Louise Black Tomlin. and the widow of Willie E. Dills. She was a homemaker. At the time of her death, Mrs. Dills was the oldest member of Holly Springs Baptist Church. Survivors include one son, Daniel Dills of Forest City; two daughters, Shirley Roach and Joyce Ruppe, both of Forest City; one brother Dewey Tomlin of Spartanburg, S.C.’ and number of grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and greatgreat grandchildren. A private service will be held Sunday. Burial will be in the Spindale City Cemetery. Crowe’s Mortuary is assisting the Dills Family. Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com.
Isaac N. Logan Sr. Isaac N. Logan Sr., 93, of Marion, died Thursday, May 20, 2010 at McDowell Hospital. He was a native of Salisbury, a son of the late Robert Logan and Alma Tipps Logan. He worked for several textile mills in Marion and also worked as a floor sander. He was a lifetime member of Mt. Moriah Missionary baptist Church where he served as a deacon and Sunday School teacher. He was also a member of the church choir and served on several boards, including the building fund. He was a Boy Scout leader, a member of the Marion Masonic Lodge Chapter 24 and a member of the Bessmer City Shriners. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, a sister, two brothers and two wives, Cora Lee Owens Logan and Annie Laura Jackson Logan. He is survived by his wife, Elsie Henry Rutherford Logan of the home; a son, Isaac N. Logan Jr. of fayetteville, Ga.; three stepchildren, Earnest Rutherford Jr. of Plano Texas, Shirley Rutherford Sumpter of West Hills, Calif., and Delbert Rutherford of Northridge, Calif.; two sisters Jewel Logan of Asheville, and Virginia Logan Davis Logan of Columbus, Ohio; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; several great-greatgrandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Services will be held on Saturday, May 29, at 1 p.m. at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. Michaell S. Smith officiating. Burial will follow at McDowell Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 28, at Kirksey Funeral Home in Marion. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church Building Fund, 115 East Wilhemina St., Marion NC 28752.
the rate we are now, it will last 20 years,” said Daniel Telles, an art director at the US Army Special Operations Command history office who designed the new memorial. Online condolences may be made The United States has at www.kirkseyfhmarion.com. lost more than 4,000 soldiers in Iraq and more than more than 1,000 in the THE DAILY COURIER Afghanistan war, including Published Tuesday through Sunday deaths that occurred outside mornings by Paxton Media Group those countries but are still LLC dba The Daily Courier USPS considered part of the war 204-920 Periodical Postage paid in effort. Forest City, NC. Company Address: 601 Oak St., P.O. The Army Special Box 1149, Forest City, NC 28043. Operations Command isn’t Phone: (828) 245-6431 the only unit squeezed for Fax: (828) 248-2790 memorial space. The 82nd Subscription rates: Single copy, daily Airborne Division’s memorial 50¢ / Sunday $1.50. Home delivery $11.75 per month, $35.25 for three obelisk at Fort Bragg honormonths, $70.50 for six months, $129 ing fallen soldiers killed in per year. In county rates by mail Iraq and Afghanistan filled payable in advance are: $13.38 for up in 2008 and was expandone month, $40.14 for three months, ed to include a granite wall, $80.27 for six months, $160.54 per funded by donations. The year. Outside county: $14.55 for one month, $43.64 for three months, names of soldiers who die in $87.28 for six months, $174.56 per service are now engraved on year. College students for school the wall instead of the obeyear subscription, $75. lisk. The Digital Courier, $6.50 a month The new special operafor non-subscribers to The Daily Courier. Payment may be made at tions memorial cost more the website: www.thedigitalcourier. than $350,000, according com to Drummond. Most of the The Daily Courier is not responsible money was raised by the for advance subscription payments USASOC Soldier, Family made to carriers, all of who are independent contractors. and Command Support Association.
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Red Cross The following blood drives are scheduled: May 24 — Spindale United Methodist Church, 3 to 7 p.m., call 245-8554; May 27 — Rutherford County Government, 289 N. Main St., Rutherfordton, noon to 4:30 p.m., call 287-6145; May 31 — Lowe’s, 184 Lowes Blvd., Forest City, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., call 351-1023; All presenting donors will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win a cruise for two.
Meetings/other Al-Anon meetings: Lake Lure Al-Anon Family Group meets every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., at Lake Lure Mountains Branch Library, 150 Bills Creek Road, Lake Lure; call 625-0456 for information. HARC book sale: Homeschool Association of Rutherford/Polk Counties annual used book sale on Monday, May 24, 6:30 p.m., at Second Baptist Church in Rutherfordton. Sports awards program: Chase High School will hold its spring sports recognition program on Thursday, May 27. Refreshments in the commons area at 6:30 p.m. Awards program begins at 7, in the auditorium. Rutherford County Democrat Club: will meet Monday, May 24, at 7 p.m. at the headquarters building on Main Street in Forest City. Fellowship Baptist Church, 210 Silvers Lake, Rutherfordton, will be having revival meetings May 23 through May 26. Sunday morning service will begin at 11 a.m. and all evening services will begin at 7 p.m.
Miscellaneous Geneology Class: “Climbing Your Family Tree,” Tuesdays (in May) from 5 to 6 p.m., at Mountains Branch Library; Bill Miller will guide you through finding family information on the internet, using Heritage Quest, the Census, and other helpful Websites; no charge. Vendors are wanted for a multicultural festival, June 12 at Hardin Park. Items must be handcrafted. Call 289-9420 for info. Soccer Try-outs: The 97 Rutherford Lady Rumble Classic Team will hold try-outs for girls born on or after Aug. 1, 1997 on May 25 and 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the R.S. Central Soccer Field. Cost is $10 and participants are asked to bring their own beverages, shin guards and cleats. The coach will be Ritchie Barclay. ‘97 Rumble Soccer Tryouts for kids born on or after Aug. 1, 1997 will be held 27 and 28 at the R.S. Central Soccer Field from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Cost is $10 and participants are asked to bring their own beverages, shin guards and cleats. For more information call 305-3746. ‘98 Rumble Soccer Tryouts for kids born on or after Aug. 1, 1998 will be held June 1 - 3 from 5:307:00 p.m. at Tanner Field. For more info, call Betsy at 289-8587. “Big Day in Ellenboro”: the “Big Day” is coming up again, July 3 in Ellenboro. The festival is seeking vendors for food, arts and crafts, etc., parade and car show. Please call 453-7414 or 453-0175. Mass Choir Anniversary: Sunday, May 23, 11 a.m. Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Forest City. Washburn Community Outreach Center, 2934 Piney Mountain Church Rd. in Bostic, will have specials daily throughout the month of May. The center is open Thursdays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
adult protective services supervisor. Because she had no family, if Ruth had not stepped in as guardian, Elizabeth’s guardian would’ve been the county director, Martin said. “We’ve had situations in the past and now when the agency is their family and friends,” he said. “We do the best we can but it’s not the same as having an individual who cares about you.” Last year there were 199 adult protective service reports made to the agency, Martin said. Of those, 51 were screened in – meaning DSS would help to find services for the adult. Once screened in, an adult can’t decline evaluation, Martin said. The agency continues to make contact with those adults who are not screened in, however, the adult is under no obligation to allow DSS access. Elder abuse, neglect and exploitation is not confined to one socio-economic group, Martin said, and adult protective services are available for anyone age 18 or older. Anyone who suspects the abuse, neglect or exploitation of an elder or vulnerable adult can call the agency to make a report. “You’ll be asked the name and address of the adult, their age and condition and other pertinent information,” he said. By serving as Elizabeth’s guardian, Ruth has charge of making health care decisions for Elizabeth and about
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ushered the dozen or so participants in the parade. “This has been incredible,” said a teary Beverly Kalinowski, festival organizer. “I have worked on this for the last 14 months and there were times when it didn’t seem like things were going to actually happen, but it did come together at the last minute. Isn’t that always how it works?” Kalinowski said she was concerned when two days before the festival she had zero volunteers committed and had a grand total of two participants in the parade. “It was almost miraculous the way everything came together just in the last few days,” Kalinowski added. “I
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found out that they were accepted in to the program over spring break. Applicants had to write an essay, a personal statement, get two teacher references and give a reason as to why they thought they would be a good candidate for the program. “I thought it would look good on my transcript,” said Lawing. “And if I went to State, I would like to know the campus better.” SATELLITE 2010 took place on Saturday, May 15, to Wednesday, May 19, on the campus of N.C. State in Raleigh. Approximately 50 students were accepted into the SATELLITE program. The cost to students was $25 plus transportation to and from the program and any spending money they brought. Students at the camp stayed at University Towers on campus. The program featured a wide variety of enrichment activities including laboratory experiences, tours of engineering and technology development facilities, career exploration seminars, lectures on science-related topics, discussions of college admissions and
Hymns In Movement for All Ages, May 24 - 31; Diane Tucker Studios, 143 S. Ridgecrest St., Rutherfordton; call 286-0846 for more informaion; 9 - 10 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 6 - 7 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday; all donations will go to Haiti. Bill’s Creek VFD will host a car wash, sausage breakfast and hot dog lunch on June 5 at 8 a.m. at Bill’s Creek VFD. Girl Scout Troop 800 will be helping to support the Bill’s Creek VFD Auxiliary.
Possible signs of vulnerable adult or elder abuse: n Bruises, burns, cuts, scratches n Sprains, fractures, dislocations, malnutrition n Untreated medical conditions n Unsafe or unsanitary housing n Lack of medications, hearing aids, glasses or dentures n Mental anguish and distress n Mistrust toward others n Unpaid utility and other bills n Mismanaged property or savings n Sudden change in will or power of attorney n Unable to provide needed care Source: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Aging and Adult Services
where she would live. “Being a guardian doesn’t make you financially responsible and you do not have to provide direct care,” Martin said. “And you make decisions based on the recommendations of the adult’s doctors.” In addition to neglect, the agency has recently seen a rise in exploitation cases. “In exploitation of the person, they are using the person for someone else’s benefit or gain,” Martin said. “For instance, we’ve gotten reports on someone being used to do things around the house – someone caring for a mentally handicapped person
told everyone not to give up hope, and we made it. Even the weather cooperated, despite the fact they were calling for rain.” In addition to the parade, food vendors and arts and craft exhibitors, Main Street was home to a stage for several musical acts and headquarters for the American Dairy Goat Association. “It is wonderful to see so many people from Spindale and the surrounding area coming out to learn about these animals we’ve been catering to since 1904,” said Shirley McKensie, manager for the ADGA. “I am exceptionally pleased with all the people who are coming by our headquarters to get more information about these animals and the different breeds. And they’ve been enjoying the goat’s milk fudge and cheese samples, too.” Taste-testers said they felt the fudge
in the home and they are not allowed certain privileges until certain things are done.” In exploitation of assets, he said, someone is using the adult’s assets for financial gain. “Either they move in the person or they move in with them and get power of attorney or sign on to be on their financial accounts,” he said. “The adult who is the victim is unable to stop it for whatever reason.” Exploitation of asset cases that are screened in, Martin explained, means the agency looks to see if there are financial irregularities or discrepancies. If the adult can’t tell them why, then the agency works with financial institutions and go to court to get an order to freeze assets “so the exploitation stops while we investigate.” The last resort is to have a courtappointed guardian for the estate, which is typically an attorney, Martin said. Ruth said she’s much more than Elizabeth’s guardian, though. “I’m really close to her now,” she said. “She’s just as close as if she was a relative. She’s a precious little lady and funny. “I like to help people. You think ‘What if that was me?’” The Rutherford County Department of Social Services will have information on vulnerable adult and elder abuse awareness available at the Rutherford County Senior Center. For more information, contact DSS at 287-6199.
was ridge and creamy, not unlike the traditional fudge made from cow’s milk. Most also said the cheese was sharper and richer than cow’s milk cheese — but a bit more oily. Kalinowski was overjoyed with the hundreds of spectators that turned out, and credited her stubbornly pursuing the festival. “Our judge for the goat show is Evin Evans, a world-class judge and competitor,” Kalinowski said. “In March she won a world class cheese competition and we’re so thankful to have her here. The day has been such a success, and I’m so glad after I encouraged everyone not to give up. We’re just going to keep getting bigger and better next year.” Contact Baughman via e-mail at sbaughman@thedigitalcourier.com.
financial assistance and inquiries to the leadership dimensions of technology in the twenty-first century. “It was a great opportunity to see what other programs the school had to offer,” said Campbell.
“I’m not completely sure if I want to go there,” said Campbell. “But it’s an option. The student that was accepted in to the program from R-S won an award during the week.
Their days lasted from eight in the morning to 10 at night filled with team building activities, a few days getting to talk with professors, tours of the campus, a talent show, a visit to the Natural Science Museum in Raleigh and even learned how to recycle paper. “We made a lot of friends during the week,” said Campbell. “I didn’t know the girl from R-S who went, but after this week we became friends too.” SATELLITE was developed in 1996 and is run by N.C. State students to give a diverse group of high school sophomores exposure to both college life and the opportunities of scientific and technical careers. “This week has opened other doors to other fields to go in and other classes to take and even campus life,” said Lawing.
Bronwyn Fadem won the Porter Award for being the most engaged camper. She was chosen for this award for listening intently to the lectures, being involved and sharing her opinions during discussions. Three awards were given out, one to a counselor and two to students who attended the camp. “I like grasping any opportunity to expand my knowledge in math and science,” said Fadem. “I really feel like I got a lot of information on all types of science and learned all about State’s campus and all the career opportunities in the area.”
Both Adam and Traci would like to major in Animal Science and possibly attend N.C. State.
Fadem plans to major in math and possibly political science at her top choice school Columbia University in New York City. If she doesn’t go there, Fadem would like to go to either the University of Pennsylvania or UNC-Chapel Hill. Fadem hopes to eventually be a math professor.
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Fundraisers 4th Annual yard sale: Saturday, June 12, 6 to 11 a.m., at Big Dave’s Family Sea Food; Wayne Rollins of Rollins Cafeteria will be selling pancake breakfast for $6 per person (plus tax); ages 3-10, $3; all you can eat; yard sale, sponsored by Eaton Corporation, includes all Relay teams; contact Wavolyn Norville at 286-7770 to reserve space; all proceeds go toward ACS Relay For Life.
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Business Notes Roberson earns MDRT membership SHELBY — James W. Roberson of Western Southern Life in Shelby has earned membership in the Million Dollar Round Table, the Premier Association of Financial Professionals, for the first time. Roberson’s MDRT membership places him among the world’s best life insurance and financial services professionals. MDRT is an international, independent association of more than 31,500, or less than one percent, of the world’s insurance and financial services professionals from 464 companies and 84 nations and territories.
American Express picks site for facility GREENSBORO (AP) — American Express is planning to bring a $400 million data services center to North Carolina, and it will do so without the types of incentives many companies look to pry from state and local governments. Multiple media outlets reported Friday the company decided this week to build the facility in eastern Guilford County. It will ultimately employ up to 150 people. American Express already has a Greensboro call center that employs 2,000 workers. Local officials had considered offering up to $13 million in incentives to entice another facility. A company spokeswoman declined to comment on the decision. County Commissioner Paul Gibson praised American Express. He thinks they’re building the facility without incentives because it’s a good business location.
Atchley Construction Company of Spindale won an award for its design of the Cowan’s of Rutherfordton building.
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Building design wins company award SPINDALE – Atchley Construction Company Inc. was recently awarded an American Buildings Company Excellence in Design Award in the category of Green Buildings for Cowan’s of Rutherfordton in Rutherfordton. ABC’s Excellence in Design Awards recognize builders and roofers for their innovation and distinction in design. The competition is open to all authorized ABC Builders and Architectural Metal Systems Roofers.
Winners are selected by an independent panel of judges. This year, judges chose from more than 170 entries to select the best projects in each of the following categories: Agricultural; Church/ Religious Center; Commercial; Government/Institutional; Green Building; Manufacturing/Industrial; Office; Recreation; Retail; Roofing; Self Storage; Transportation and Warehouse/Distribution. Winners and honorable mentions are announced for each category. The
nominees then go on to compete for the Excellence in Design’s top two awards: Building of the Year and Roof of the Year. “We appreciate the hard work and dedication of our network of Builders and Roofers,” said Ray Napolitan, ABC president. “We are honored to work with such a talented group and were impressed with the many deserving projects that were entered in this year’s Excellence in Design awards.”
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Moog Music plans to move N.C. offices ASHEVILLE (AP) — A North Carolina based musical instrument company plans to move its operations closer to Asheville’s downtown. The Asheville Citizen-Times reported that Moog Music officials announced the move Friday. The company currently is located in Asheville but plans to renovate four buildings just north of downtown. Moog is named for Bob Moog who created the first music synthesizer. He moved to Asheville in 1978 and the company makes synthesizers, guitars and other electronic music instruments. Company president Mike Adams said the new facility will house Moog’s 35 workers and he plans to add as many as 15 more jobs over the next three years. The new location will have space for musicians to test products.
Retailer, marketer to expand N.C. plant RALEIGH (AP) — An online retailer and direct marketer of health and wellness products is expanding its operations in North Carolina. Gov. Beverly Perdue’s office announced on Thursday that Vitacost.com Inc., plans to invest $6.7 million and create 228 jobs in Davidson County over the next three years. The project was made possible in part by a $450,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. Vitacost.com, headquartered in Boca Raton, Fla., currently operates a call center and a manufacturing and distribution facility in Lexington. The company sells brand name items such as New Chapter, Atkins, Twinlab and Kashi. The Lexington plant currently employs 168 people. The overall wage for the 228 new jobs will average more than $30,000 a year plus benefits.
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Flint Mayor Dayne Walling is shown in Flint, Mich. These days, he has 230 million reasons to be optimistic — the amount GM is investing in Volt projects in his city.
Can car save GM, U.S. auto industry? By SHARON COHEN AP National Writer
WARREN, Mich. — He stands all day, bent over noisy machines, cutting giant sheets of steel and feeding them into monster-sized presses so powerful the concrete floor rumbles beneath his size-16 feet. This is how Steve Prucnell builds cars. In 22 years, the parts haven’t changed much. A car’s a car. But then another project came along, something totally different. After decades of building every-
thing from Corvettes to Saturns to Silverados,— Prucnell took a giant leap into the future, working on early models of the Chevy Volt, General Motors’ new electric car. It’s a high-risk, high-profile venture and Prucnell is understandably nervous. Maybe it’s the 13 foreclosure signs that popped up on his street. Or turning 50 in a struggling industry. Or working for a company that needed a $52-billion loan from the U.S. Treasury to stay alive. Whatever the reason, Prucnell is keeping his fingers
crossed, hoping America is ready for a new kind of love affair — battery included. The Volt could help usher in a new generation of electric cars, but there’s more at stake here than a technological breakthrough: The fate of GM and its workers. The future of a beleaguered state. And, maybe, in some larger sense, the image of all U.S. autoworkers, eager to prove they have what it takes to compete on the global Please see Volt, Page 8A
NEW BUSINESS Dance ‘N Play in Spanish had its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce on May 14. Located at 189 East Mountain Street in Rutherfordton the new business is run by Maribell and Matthew Sarate. The school is in a beautifully renovated facility and teaches Latin Dancing, drum lessons, and gives Spanish lessons to all ages. A summer camp is available for children who will have the opportunity to participate in arts and crafts, games, sports, Spanish dance, cooking lessons, puppet show, drum lessons, and even karate. For more information, call 828-287-4315 or e-mail DanceNplaySpanish@att.net. Contributed photo
8A — The Sunday Courier, Forest City, NC, Sunday, May 23, 2010
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stage. The moment of truth is coming, and Steve Prucnell feels the pressure. “If this doesn’t fly, what’s left for GM?” he asks, taking a break from work at the GM Tech Center. There was, Prucnell says, a different vibe building the Volt’s test models. It wasn’t just the intense scrutiny from above. It was the anxiety down below, on the shop floor. “I don’t want to say that we worked harder on this,” Prucnell says. “I think we worked a lot smarter. I mean everybody was on their ‘A’ game. ... It was, ‘We want to make sure we’re perfect.’” “We know the Volt is the last hurrah for GM,” he adds. “It’s either do or die.” Roam the state of Michigan, and you will hear the same insistent optimism: The Volt is crucial. So much depends on this car. It cannot fail. This is a state that talks about becoming more than an auto capital, but cars have been its identity. It’s the place where Henry Ford’s name graces a college and hospital; where Pontiac was an Indian warrior and then a town before gaining fame as a car. So when the car industry tanks, the crisis is financial, personal and even existential. “Detroit,” declares Mike Smith, head of the Reuther Library, “has two choices: Remake itself. Or die on the vine. We HAVE to reinvent ourselves.” So what can a single car — one touted as revolutionary but still untested by the public — mean in a state that has hemorrhaged jobs, leaving some cities with Hooverlike jobless rates edging toward 30 percent?
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Maybe a lot, according to Smith. “If you’re going to have an electric car and if the Volt turns out to be the leader of the pack, think what that means in sales, prestige, in reputation,” he says. “This one is symbolic in the sense that it’s going to speak to the prowess of the American auto industry — and GM itself.” And the spotlight will be white-hot. “The Volt,” he says, “is going to be the most watched production in the history of autos.” Teri Quigley, the 22-year GM veteran who manages the sprawling DetroitHamtramck plant where the Volt will roll off the line, can already feel the heat. “We have to execute flawlessly,” she says. “A lot of pressure? Yeah. ... We’ve got one chance to do this right. My work force has heard me say this more than once: The world is really going to be watching.” GM is spending $336 million to prepare the factory, so it can build Volts on the same line as the Cadillac DTS and Buick Lucerne. The Volt, she says, could help restore luster to American cars — and the city. Initially, the Volt will be available only in Michigan, California and Washington, D.C. GM won’t reveal the price tag, though it’s believed to be about $35,000 — not taking into account a $7,500 tax credit. The car will have a 400-pound T-shaped lithium ion battery that gives it a range of up to 40 miles on one charge. After that, a small gas-powered engine will kick in to generate electricity to power the car about 300 miles. The battery can be recharged by plugging it into an electrical outlet. GM is pouring $700 million into eight operations that will produce the car.
The dollars and work will be spread out: Warren. Hamtramck. Bay City. Grand Blanc. Brownstown Township. And Detroit and Flint, two cities that are the walking wounded of the cataclysm that has engulfed Michigan. The state has lost 860,000 jobs in a decade, the majority since 2007. There have been some modest signs of improvement for U.S. automakers; GM recently announced its first quarterly profit in nearly three years. Even so, the auto industry will never again generate one in six U.S. jobs, says Smith, the historian. Robots, automation and foreign competition have changed that. And yet ... silver linings can be found in small clouds. “People in this area are looking for anything to say Michigan and the car industry can make it,” he says. Dayne Walling is accustomed to looking for silver linings; he’s mayor of Flint. These days, he has 230 million reasons to be optimistic — the amount GM is investing in Volt projects in Flint. Most will go to renovate a plant where about 200 workers will build a 1.4-liter engine for the Volt and Chevy Cruze compact. A few hundred jobs, though, won’t reverse the devastation in a city where more than one in four people are unemployed, thousands of homes stand shuttered and once vibrant factories are empty concrete shells. Still, Walling, is looking for a meaningful way to remain positive. “You can bemoan the glass that’s half-empty or you can embrace the glass that’s half-full,” says the boyishlooking, 36-year-old mayor. “We’re part of next generation of GM — and that demonstrates we’re part of its future, not its past.” The past did have moments of glory. In the 1950s and
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‘60s, Flint bustled with 80,000 workers streaming into GM factories, creating traffic jams, backing up expressway exits. A generation later, there were the massive layoffs depicted in Flint native Michael Moore’s scathing documentary “Roger and Me,” that took aim at Roger Smith, then GM’s CEO. For the record, Walling admits he liked “Roger and Me” — an attitude he says isn’t widely shared in Flint. “It was really funny and tragic,” he says. “I took it as a challenge ... to work against the odds and not just promote a better image but make this a more prosperous community.” Twenty years later, the job is even harder. But here comes the Volt. “It’s the beginning,” Walling says, “of a long transition from a Rust Belt city to one that’s more green, has more technology and is more relevant to the 21st century.” Kris Johns, an auto plant electrician, is making that transition himself. He started as a young man at Flint. Now, 34 years later, he’s part of the Volt engine launch team. “It’s savior for us,” he says, simply. At 55, Johns could retire with a full pension, but he still wants to work. GM has provided him a good life. He bought his first house, for instance, at 23. He built a 4,100-square-foot home, helped his three kids through college, bought a truck, an 18-foot boat and a 28-foot camper trailer. “Working around here you were the rich guys,” Johns says. “We were well-paid, for blue-collar workers. We will not deny that. But we worked hard, too. We gave them their money’s worth.” Johns knows autoworkers and GM have been badmouthed over the years; some of it, he feels has been unfair, but some justified.
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“We’ve taken a pretty good beating. We developed a reputation for poor quality. We put out junk,” he says, referring to some cars in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s. “People recognized it. It’s taken awhile to get the public back.” George McGregor, president of UAW Local 22 in Detroit, is more measured in his optimism. The Volt, he says, will put his workers on the ground floor of a new enterprise and hopefully provide job security. “Do I want it to work? Most definitely. MOST definitely. Now, do I have some reservations about battery cars? Definitely.” McGregor lets loose a throaty laugh. “Definitely.” McGregor came to Detroit from Memphis in the late 1960s, fresh out of Vietnam. It was an era when a sturdy back and a willingness to work were enough to land an auto job — and a ticket to the middle class. Now, 42 years later, McGregor, a 64-year-old grandfather with a halo of Brillo-like silver hair, presides over a dwindling auto empire. His local has shrunk from 6,000 members in the 1980s to 1,500 today. So the Volt is mighty welcome. “We’re blessed to have it,” McGregor says in his raspy voice. But he knows old habits die hard. “Americans love power,” he says. “Fast cars. You understand? They LOOVVE large cars. Small cars, efficient cars? We’re being forced into that now. If ... gas was reasonable, it would be SUVs and large cars.” McGregor figures electric cars are part of the future. Still, one question gnaws at him. “Is this what the public really wants?” he asks, as if seeking reassurance. “Hopefully,” he says softly. “Hopefully.”
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Kagan’s view on judges being closely examined WASHINGTON (AP) — Elena Kagan, a Supreme Court nominee without judicial experience, has suggested in writings and speeches over a quarter-century that when judges make decisions, they must take account of their values and experience and consider politics and policy, rather than act as robotic umpires. Not since 1972 has a president picked someone for the high court who hasn’t been a judge.
wrote in abbreviated notes. Interpretation, Kagan said, “necessarily + inevitably� involves “political + policy questions.� She referred in her notes to the court’s Bush v. Gore decision that effectively ended the recount of votes in Florida after the 2000 election and Vice President Al Gore’s hopes of becoming president. Kagan did not offer her own view about the case, only that it was an example of the difficulty judges face. After receiving her law degree from Harvard in 1986, Kagan spent two years as a law clerk, first to Abner Mikva when he was a judge on the federal appeals court in Washington and then to Justice Thurgood Marshall. But even before she studied law at Harvard, Kagan wrote her master’s thesis at Oxford University in England about the Supreme Court under Chief Justice Earl Warren’s leadership from 1953 to 1969. Kagan was critical of the way the Warren court reached some of its most important decisions in favor of criminal defendants, saying it used poor legal reasoning that allowed later justices to scale back some protections for defendants.
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technical legal ability and much to do with conceptions of value,� Kagan said in a review of Yale law professor Stephen Carter’s book “The Confirmation Mess.� Kagan quoted Carter approvingly to say that to decide the hard cases that rise to the level of Supreme Court review, justices must use their judgment. When they do that, Kagan said (again citing Carter), their “own experience and values become the most important data.� It may be hard to divine just what Kagan meant, but it’s “not calling balls and strikes,� says Georgetown University law professor Pamela Harris. Last year, Republicans chided Obama for saying his
first Supreme Court nominee, Sonia Sotomayor, would bring empathy — the ability to see things from another’s point of view — to the bench. A leading Obama critic, Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Ala., has said the empathy standard is “this feeling standard. Whatever that is, it is not law. It is not a legal standard.� Obama stopped using the “e-word,� but recently Justice Anthony Kennedy offered up a defense of empathy — in words similar to Kagan’s. He suggested there was nothing controversial about it. “You certainly can’t formulate principles without being aware of where those principles will take you, what their consequences will be,� Kennedy said at a speech in Florida on May 14. “Law is
a human exercise and if it ceases to be that, it does not deserve the name law.� Kagan had been recently made the Harvard law dean when she spoke to a group of Princeton alumni in 2003 about judicial review, the courts’ power to review the actions of the other branches of government. In handwritten notes that were among the thousands of pages of documents Kagan provided the Senate Judiciary Committee, she said judicial review “should be exercised w/ caution� because it involves overturning the actions of popularly elected officials. Interpreting the Constitution is not mechanical, she said. If it were, it “wouldn’t be issue,� Kagan
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Obama: U.S. needs its allies in Afghanistan \WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — President Barack Obama on Saturday told graduating cadets eventually headed for war that their country needs allies standing with the U.S. in Afghanistan at a time when some nations are questioning their commitment to that fight and the costs of war. Obama also said that while the U.S. military is the “cornerstone of our national defense,” those who wear America’s uniform cannot bear that responsibility by themselves. “The burdens of this century cannot fall on American shoulders alone,” the commander in chief said at the U.S. Military Academy, where in December he announced he was sending 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan. Obama said the fight against al-Qaida, begun under President George W. Bush after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, is part of an international effort that was necessary and just. “The threat will not go away soon,” Obama told the nearly 1,000 cadets seated on the field at Michie Stadium on an overcast day. “But let’s be clear:
al-Qaida and its affiliates are small men on the wrong side of history.” America, he said, has a history of not acting alone — citing World War II and the Cold War as among more recent examples. “We are the United States of America. We’ve repaired our union, faced down fascism and outlasted communism,” he said. “We have gone through turmoil and come out stronger, and we will do so once more.” Obama said that although the nature of the war in Afghanistan has changed since it was launched late in 2001, it remains as important as it was in the days after Sept. 11. Last week, during an appearance at the White House with Afghan President Hamid Karzai, Obama said the fighting in Afghanistan will get worse before it gets better, with tough battles expected in the coming months as U.S.-led forces prepare to push into the Taliban’s birthplace in Kandahar province in June. The campaign for Kandahar, already under way in areas outside the city, is expected to be among the bloodiest of the nearly 9-year-old war.
“Daddy” God saw that you were suffering with such a great deal of pain. So on May 24, 2009, He floated down from Heaven and whispered “Hoyt, please come on up with me.” With tear filled eyes and lumps in our throats, we watched as you started to fade. Even though we loved you deeply your pain was too much to beg you to stay. Hoyt V. Collins, Sr. We had no choice but to say 10/13/1933-5/24/2009 good-bye and deal with our loss in our own special way. The voice of an angel, a hard-working soul, a man that loved life more than you’ll ever know. His family, kids, grandkids, God and work were the things in life he cherished the most. Now a golden heart has stopped its trusted beating. The love of a husband, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, employee and singer we have had to lay to rest. But I guess it took God breaking our hearts to prove He takes the best. It has been a year now and your memory is still remembered. Our treasured memories we will keep until we meet again in Heaven.
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Cleaning oil-soaked marshes challenging NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The gooey oil washing into the maze of marshes along the Gulf Coast could prove impossible to remove, leaving a toxic stew lethal to fish and wildlife, government officials and independent scientists said. Officials are considering some drastic and risky solutions: They could set the wetlands on fire or flood areas in hopes of floating out the oil. But they warn an aggressive cleanup could ruin the marshes and do more harm than good. The only viable option for many impacted areas is to do nothing and let nature break down the spill. More than 50 miles of Louisiana’s delicate shoreline already have been soiled by the massive slick unleashed after BP’s Deepwater Horizon burned and sank last month. Officials fear oil eventually could invade wetlands and beaches from Texas to Florida. Louisiana is expected to be hit hardest. Plaquemines Parish officials on Louisiana’s coast discovered a major pelican rookery awash in oil on Saturday. Hundreds of birds nest on the island, and an Associated Press photographer saw that at least some birds and their eggs were stained with the ooze. Nests were perched in mangroves directly above patches of crude. “Oil in the marshes is the worstcase scenario,” said Coast Guard Adm. Thad Allen, the head of the federal effort to contain and clean up the spill. Also on Saturday, BP told federal regulators it plans to stick with the main chemical dispersant it’s been spraying in the open Gulf to break up oil before it reaches the surface. The Environmental Protection Agency had directed the company to look for less toxic alternatives. But BP said in a letter to the EPA that Corexit 9500, one of the chief agents used, “remains the best option for subsea application.” Oil that has rolled into shoreline wetlands coats the stalks and leaves of plants such as roseau cane — the fabric that holds together an ecosystem that is essential to the region’s fishing industry and a much-needed buffer against Gulf hurricanes.
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Soon, oil will smother those plants and choke off their supply of air and nutrients. In some eddies and protected inlets, the ochre-colored crude has pooled beneath the water’s surface, forming clumps several inches deep. With the seafloor leak still gushing hundreds of thousands of gallons a day, the damage is only getting worse. Millions of gallons already have leaked so far. Coast Guard officials said Saturday the spill’s impact now stretches across a 150-mile swath, from Dauphin Island, Ala. to Grand Isle, La. Over time, experts say weather and natural microbes will break down most of the oil. However, the crude will surely poison plants and wildlife in the months — even years — it will take for the syrupy muck to dissipate. Back in 1989, crews fighting the Exxon Valdez tanker spill — which unleashed almost 11 million gallons of oil into Alaska’s Prince William Sound — used pressure hoses and rakes to clean the shores. The Gulf Coast is just too fragile for that: those tactics could blast apart the peat-like soils that hold the marshes together. Hundreds of miles of bayous and man-made canals crisscross the coast’s exterior, offering numerous entry points for the crude. Access is difficult and time-intensive, even in the best of circumstances. “Just the compaction of humanity bringing equipment in, walking on them, will kill them,” said David White, a wetlands ecologist from Loyola University in New Orleans. Marshes offer a vital line of defense against Gulf storms, blunting their fury before they hit populated areas. Louisiana and the federal government have spent hundreds of millions rebuilding barriers that were wiped out by hurricanes, notably Katrina in 2005. They also act as nursery grounds for shrimp, crabs, oysters — the backbone of the region’s fishing industry. Hundreds of thousands of migratory birds nest in the wetlands’ inner reaches, a complex network of bayous, bays and man-made canals.
HAPPY 3rd BIRTHDAY!!! Cecelia Jordan Higgins (CJ) celebrates her 3rd birthday on Monday, May 24th. She will be honored with a Yo Gabba Gabba party for family and friends on Saturday, May 29th.
CJ is the daughter of Brandon & Lisa Higgins of Rutherfordton. Grandparents are William and Shelia Higgins of Rutherfordton, Linda Spoharski of Emlenton, PA and David Spoharski of Lebanon, VA.
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Nation/world United States Army soldiers with 1st Platoon, Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment of the 5th Stryker Brigade relax before pulling night watch at an outpost Tuesday in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province. Insurgents attacked the main NATO base in the region Saturday. Associated Press
Teen-age pianist wows Iraqi crowd
BAGHDAD — A 13-year-old piano prodigy from Los Angeles brought an Iraqi audience to their feet Saturday when he made a rare guest appearance with the Iraqi National Symphony Orchestra in Baghdad, a city struggling to revive its oncevibrant cultural scene. Llewellyn Kingman Sanchez Werner, who studies piano and composition at New York’s renowned Juilliard School, got a standing ovation from an enthusiastic crowd of about 250 after performing Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue,” and warmly embraced the conductor. Most of the audience at Baghdad’s Rasheed Hotel was Iraqi, though a few American soldiers were in the crowd. “It was just amazing,” said the slim, energetic teenager with long, wavy brown hair. “We connected well with this orchestra. I like the spontaneity of it. Honestly we had a ball up there,” he said. Llewellyn arrived in the Iraqi capital Friday An Afghan named Najibullah for the first time with his mother and father and who works with a private secuadmitted he was a little scared. rity company on the base said “I’ve never seen anything like this before,” he told that he heard rockets hitting for the AP in an interview before the concert, describabout half an hour. He only gave ing his heavily guarded trip past blast walls, conone name. certina wire and checkpoints on the way from the Kandahar Air Field just outside Kandahar city is the launch- airport to the Rasheed Hotel in the heavily protected Green Zone. ing pad for thousands of addi“I’ve never had a bulletproof vest on before and a tional U.S. forces pouring into helmet and all this protection,” he said. “Honestly, the country for a summer surge before I got here, I was a little scared. But as soon against the Taliban. as I arrived, I felt safe in a way.” Also Saturday, at least a dozen people were killed south of the capital after U.S. troops spotted two insurgents trying to plant bombs, an Afghan official said. The two were shot dead in Paktia province, district chief 411 W. Main St. Spindale NC 28160 Gulab Shah said. Troops saw comrades drag the two bodies (828) 287-2215 away and called in a helicopter Private Parties Welcome! gunship which killed 10 more people, whom U.S. officials said were all militants, Shah said. Shah said Afghan authorities had launched an investigation to make sure the dead were all insurgents. Mon-Thurs 11 am- 8 pm • Fri 7 am-9 pm Sat 7 am-2 pm • Sun 7 am- 4 pm
Insurgents attack NATO base KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Insurgents launched a ground attack against NATO’s main military base in southern Afghanistan on Saturday, officials said. Rockets started hitting Kandahar Air Field about 8 p.m. local time (15:30 GMT), followed quickly by a ground assault, said Navy Commander Amanda Peperseim, a spokeswoman for NATO forces at the base. She said the attack was still ongoing and did not provide further details. No one immediately claimed responsibility for the attack — the third major assault on NATO’s military hubs in Afghanistan in six days. On Tuesday, a Taliban suicide bomber attacked a NATO convoy in the capital, killing 18 people including six NATO service members. Then on Wednesday, dozens of Taliban militants attacked the main U.S. military base — Bagram Air Field — kill-
ing an American contractor in fighting that lasted more than eight hours. The attacks came soon after the Taliban announced a spring offensive against NATO forces and Afghan government troops — their respone to a promise by the Obama administration to squeeze the Taliban out of their strongholds in southern Kandahar province. Attacks in the south earlier Saturday killed three NATO service members and a civilian working with the military, NATO said in a statement. It did not provide further details. A loudspeaker announcement at the Kandahar base said the ground attack was coming from the north, said Maura Axelrod, a reporter with HDNet who was inside the base. She said she could hear heavy outgoing fire and that commanders had come into the bunker where she had taken cover to order all Marines with weapons to help in establishing a security perimeter.
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Off The Wall Scott Bowers
A week Ed Sullivan would love The younger readers of this newspaper are turning to their parents and grandparents right now and saying, ‘Who in the heck is Ed Sullivan?’ In my very best Ed Sullivan impersonation, “It’s a reeeeealy big week for Rutherford County sports.” Yesterday and today, the 2010 Rutherford County Golf Championship hit the greens at the Rutherfordton Golf Course. Forty-six of the area’s best golfers were locked in battle for one of the more coveted trophies in the county. Last year’s champ, Kevin Roberts was looking to make a solid defense of his title and perhaps add another trophy to his mantle. Roberts closed with a 2-under 70 that will allow him to be in the mix today. Standing in the way of that run, is a strong group of county golfers that include Jimmy ‘Hacksaw’ Reynolds (a four time champ), David Eaker (three time champ) and Freddie Jones (sorry, Freddie I forgot to write down how many times you won the title — my bad). One big hitter to keep on eye on today will be Jed Venhuizen. Venhuizen got off to a strong start on Saturday with a 71. His score stayed atop the leaderboard until Hacksaw walked into the clubhouse with a 69 in the afternoon. Hacksaw’s 3-under stood up until Josh McMillan returned to the clubhouse with a 4-under 68. McMillan’s 68 should set up a great Sunday afternoon and the championship may not be decided until the very final hole today. Once the golf concludes today, all eyes will turn back to the county’s diamonds. Rutherford County Post 423 starts its season on Monday with a home game at McNair Field against Sylva. Post 423’s Coach Sam Hooper has assembled a quality team that includes baseball players from Chase, East, R-S and Polk high schools. Post 423 is scheduled to play Hendersonville at McNair on Thursday. On Tuesday, the Lady Cavaliers will face Central Davidson on the road in the 3rd round of the 2010 2A NCHSAA Softball Playoffs. East, with a win, would advance to the 4th round and face the winner of West StanlyCuthbertson on Friday. As of this writing, the Cavaliers baseball game against West Stanly was not finished. East, with a win Saturday night, would play the winner of CuthbertsonPiedmont at home on Tuesday. The action really heats up on Wednesday. The Forest City Owls return to the diamond to begin the defense of their 2009 Coastal Plain League championship. The Owls will be out of town (at Gastonia) on Thursday and return to McNair Field for a Friday night tilt against Martinsville. The Owls, like all teams in the CPL, are at the mercy of college baseball’s final weeks and several starters may not make it into town until early June. This coming Friday night is shaping up to be a special night. The Lady Cavs, Cavaliers and Owls could all be playing, with the boys of East and the boys of summer at home in Forest City. Get out and take in a game.
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OAKBORO — East Rutherford pushed aside West Stanly, 10-4, Saturday night to advance into the 4th round of the 2A NCHSAA Baseball Playoffs. East (25-2) will face Piedmont (21-8) at home on Tuesday at 7 p.m. The Cavs’ Drew Reynolds took the mound against West Stanly and worked a complete game win with 12
strikeouts. Reynolds allowed eight hits and four unearned runs in the 3rd round victory. Dakotah Thomas helped his teammate with a 3-for-5 day at the plate with 4 RBI. Reynolds also closed 3-for-5 at the plate. East struck for one run in the first inning and then watched as West Stanly struck for four runs in the bottom of the 2nd to grab a 4-1 lead. The Cavs aided West by committing
three errors in the frame. The lead was short-lived as East exploded for five runs in the top of the 3rd and then added two runs in the 4th and two more in the 6th. East’s Derek Deaton (HR), Chip Helton and Mark McFarland all added two hits in the win. East has now out-scored three opponents 26-7 through three games and Thomas should draw the start for Tuesday’s game against Piedmont.
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Bryan James (l to r), Daniel Elkins, Paul McDaniel and Trent Jones are seen through the trees at the Rutherfordton Golf Course. The foursome was taking part in the 2010 Rutherford County Golf Championship. The two-day tourney to crown the county’s best golfer concludes today. Garrett Byers/Daily Courier
Josh McMillan takes lead at Championship By SCOTT BOWERS Daily Courier Sports Editor
RUTHERFORDTON — The 2010 Rutherford County Golf Championship got underway Saturday at the Rutherfordton Golf Course. Josh McMillan fired a 4-under 68 to take the first round lead, just one stroke ahead of four time county champ, Jimmy ‘Hacksaw’ Reynolds. McMillan finished in second place in the 2009 championship. Reynolds closed out a strong opening round 69 to put himself into contention for his fifth title. “I just hope they don’t Anderson shoot to low this afternoon,” said Reynolds, as he waited in the clubhouse for the late starters to return. Defending champ, Kevin Roberts will also be in the mix after returning with a 2-under 70. Rocky Burgess and Jed Venhuizen Garrett Byers/Daily Courier round out the top five after both tallied Mike Poteat, left, watched Michael Metcalf’s putt during the 2010 Rutherford County Golf Championship at the Rutherfordton Golf Course. Metcalf sank the putt.
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Johnson dominates All-Stars CHARLOTTE — Bruton Smith should just sign over the Lowes Motorspeedway to Jimmie Johnson. Johnson just owns the place. In Saturday night’s All-Star race, Johnson lead for 56 of the race’s first 90 laps entering the race’s final 10 lap segment. Denny Hamlin was in second, after 90 laps, with veteran Mark Martin in third. Drivers took a pit stop after the 3rd segment and the 4th segment wasn’t complete as the Courier went to press, see thedigitalcourier.com for results.
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NASCAR Hall of Fame 2010 inductees Richard Petty, right, and Junior Johnson, left, give the command to start engines for the NASCAR All-Star auto race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, Saturday.
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Duke rolls into semis with 17-9 win over UNC
PRINCETON, N.J. (AP) — Zach Howell scored four goals and fifth-seeded Duke dominated ACC rival North Carolina on Saturday, reaching its fourth straight national semifinal with a 17-9 victory over the Tar Heels. The Blue Devils (14-4) scored seven goals in the first quarter and never trailed for the final 55 minutes to improve to 4-0 against North Carolina in the NCAA tournament. They’ll take on top-seeded Virginia or No. 8 seed Stony Brook at the Final Four next weekend. Ned Crotty and Maz Quinzani scored three goals each for Duke, which has won 12 of the last 13 meetings with North Carolina (13-3). Crotty also had three assists. of the last 13 meetings against North Carolina (13-3). Crotty also had three assists. After the Tar Heels scored on five of their first six shots against starting goalie Mike Rock, Duke coach John Danowski turned to freshman Dan Wigrizer with 3:21 to go in the second quarter and North Carolina scored only four times the rest of the game. Jimmy Dunster led the Tar Heels, who were outshot 35-29, with four goals.
Lakers bring momentum to Phoenix
PHOENIX (AP) — Los Angeles Lakers fans were chanting “Bring on Boston!” before Game 1 of the Western Conference finals was over, and they picked up the volume near the finish of Game 2. There are, however, at least two games to be played in Phoenix before what so many see as a foregone conclusion, a third straight trip to the NBA finals for Kobe & Co. “Hopefully we can carry the momentum over from the way we’ve been playing at home,” Lamar Odom said Saturday before the Lakers boarded their short flight to the desert for Game 3 Sunday night. “I don’t see why not.” The Lakers seemed ready for a more difficult challenge. “We understand how tough it’s going to be in Phoenix,” Pau Gasol said. “The pace and energy they’re going to bring is going to be hard to match, but we have to understand who we are and play to our capabilities.” Who the Lakers are has been readily apparent to anyone paying attention — a big, gifted group of athletes whose offense has been unstoppable against the smaller Suns. Los Angeles scored 128 and 124 points to go up 2-0 in the series and brings an eight-game playoff winning streak to Phoenix, where the Suns hope playing at home will help slow down the defending NBA champions. Nothing else has worked.
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Friday’s Games Atlanta 7, Pittsburgh 0 Baltimore 5, Washington 3 Philadelphia 5, Boston 1 Cincinnati 7, Cleveland 4 N.Y. Yankees 2, N.Y. Mets 1 Texas 2, Chicago Cubs 1 Houston 2, Tampa Bay 1 Kansas City 9, Colorado 2 Chicago White Sox 8, Florida 0 Minnesota 15, Milwaukee 3 St. Louis 9, L.A. Angels 5 Arizona 8, Toronto 6 Oakland 6, San Francisco 1 L.A. Dodgers 4, Detroit 1 Seattle 15, San Diego 8 Saturday’s Games Chicago White Sox 4, Florida 1 L.A. Angels 10, St. Louis 7 Washington 7, Baltimore 6 Oakland 1, San Francisco 0 Colorado 3, Kansas City 0 Minnesota 8, Milwaukee 7, 12 innings Atlanta at Pittsburgh, rain Cincinnati at Cleveland, late Tampa Bay at Houston, late Boston at Philadelphia, late Chicago Cubs at Texas, late Detroit at L.A. Dodgers, late N.Y. Yankees at N.Y. Mets, late Toronto at Arizona, late San Diego at Seattle, late Sunday’s Games Cincinnati (H.Bailey 1-2) at Cleveland (D.Huff 1-6), 1:05 p.m. Atlanta (Medlen 1-1) at Pittsburgh (Duke 3-4), 1:35 p.m. Baltimore (Millwood 0-4) at Washington (Lannan 1-2), 1:35 p.m. Boston (Wakefield 0-2) at Philadelphia (Halladay 6-2), 1:35 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Silva 5-0) at Texas (C.Wilson 3-1), 2:05 p.m. Florida (Jo.Johnson 4-1) at Chicago White Sox (F.Garcia 3-2), 2:05 p.m. Tampa Bay (Price 6-1) at Houston (Norris 2-5), 2:05 p.m. Colorado (Cook 1-3) at Kansas City (Greinke 1-4), 2:10 p.m. Milwaukee (M.Parra 0-2) at Minnesota (Pavano 4-4), 2:10 p.m. L.A. Angels (Jer.Weaver 4-2) at St. Louis (Carpenter 5-1), 2:15 p.m. San Francisco (J.Sanchez 2-3) at Oakland (Sheets 2-3), 4:05 p.m. Detroit (Porcello 3-4) at L.A. Dodgers (Kuroda 5-1), 4:10 p.m. San Diego (Latos 3-3) at Seattle (F.Hernandez 2-3), 4:10 p.m. Toronto (Marcum 3-1) at Arizona (Buckner 0-1), 4:10 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Sabathia 4-2) at N.Y. Mets (J.Santana 3-2), 8:05 p.m. Monday’s Games
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East Division W L Pct 30 12 .714 26 16 .619 25 19 .568 22 21 .512 14 29 .326 Central Division W L Pct 25 17 .595 24 18 .571 18 25 .419 17 24 .415 15 25 .375 West Division W L Pct 25 18 .581 21 22 .488 20 24 .455 16 26 .381
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Friday’s Games Baltimore 5, Washington 3 Philadelphia 5, Boston 1 Cincinnati 7, Cleveland 4 N.Y. Yankees 2, N.Y. Mets 1 Texas 2, Chicago Cubs 1 Houston 2, Tampa Bay 1 Kansas City 9, Colorado 2 Chicago White Sox 8, Florida 0 Minnesota 15, Milwaukee 3 St. Louis 9, L.A. Angels 5 Arizona 8, Toronto 6 Oakland 6, San Francisco 1 L.A. Dodgers 4, Detroit 1 Seattle 15, San Diego 8 Saturday’s Games Interleague play, see National League Sunday’s Games Interleague play, see National League Monday’s Games Chicago White Sox at Cleveland, 7:05 p.m. Boston at Tampa Bay, 7:10 p.m. Toronto at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m.
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National Basketball Association Playoff Glance CONFERENCE FINALS EASTERN CONFERENCE Boston 2, Orlando 0 Sunday, May 16: Boston 92, Orlando 88 Tuesday, May 18: Boston 95, Orlando 92 Saturday, May 22: Orlando at Boston, late Monday, May 24: Orlando at Boston, 8:30 p.m. x-Wednesday, May 26: Boston at Orlando, 8:30 p.m. x-Friday, May 28: Orlando at Boston, 8:30 p.m. x-Sunday, May 30: Boston at Orlando, 8:30 p.m. WESTERN CONFERENCE L.A. Lakers 2, Phoenix 0 Monday, May 17: L.A. Lakers 128, Phoenix 107 Wednesday, May 19: L.A. Lakers 124, Phoenix 112 Sunday, May 23: L.A. Lakers at Phoenix, 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 25: L.A. Lakers at Phoenix, 9 p.m. x-Thursday, May 27: Phoenix at L.A. Lakers, 9 p.m. x-Saturday, May 29: L.A. Lakers at Phoenix,8:30 p.m. x-Monday, May 31: Phoenix at L.A. Lakers, 9 p.m.
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WESTERN CONFERENCE Chicago 3, San Jose 0 Sunday, May 16: Chicago 2, San Jose 1 Tuesday, May 18: Chicago 4, San Jose 2 Friday, May 21: Chicago 3, San Jose 2 Sunday, May 23: San Jose at Chicago, 3 p.m. x-Tuesday, May 25: Chicago at San Jose, 9 p.m. x-Thursday, May 27: San Jose at Chicago, 8 p.m. x-Saturday, May 29: Chicago at San Jose, 8 p.m.
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Castroneves takes Indy pole on wild qualifying day
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Helio Castroneves put his foot down Saturday and proved he’s still the one to beat at Indy. The defending 500 champion and three-time race winner wrapped up a wild qualification day by topping 228 mph on Phoenix coach Alvin Gentry can understand two of his four laps, averaging Kobe Bryant and Gasol having big games. He is a 227.970 mph to win his fourth bit confounded that everybody else the Lakers turn career Indianapolis 500 pole. to has had them as well, be it Odom, Ron Artest, Nobody, including Castroneves, Jordan Farmar or Shannon Brown. had touched 227.9 in practice “It’s almost like being a dike, you stick a finger even on one lap. in one hole and water comes out of another one,” Fans were so shocked by the Gentry said. “We’ve just got to find a way to have a whole lot of fingers, I guess.” Much was made of Phoenix’s bench going into the series, but Farmar has come in for the Lakers and made 8-of-11 shots, including 5-of-6 3-pointINDIANAPOLIS (AP) — ers. Danica Patrick has experiWhen the Suns were able to rev up their offense enced a new sensation at the by going with a small lineup in Game 3, Los Indianapolis 500 — getting Angeles eventually took advantage of its misbooed. matches inside. IndyCar’s most popular driver Gasol has been at his best, averaging 25 points heard fans’ displeasure Saturday while shooting 66 percent from the field. Odom had 19 points and 19 rebounds in Game 1, leading when her comments blaming a poor qualifying performance on Phoenix’s Amare Stoudemire to pronounce it “a lucky game.” Odom followed with 17 points and 11 her car’s setup were broadcast over the racetrack public address boards in Game 2. system. Stoudemire has calmly answered the critics all Patrick, by far the leader in week, saying he was defending the way his coaches merchandise sales and visibiltold him to and adding that he doesn’t expect the ity in the series, appeared upset Suns to double-team Bryant as much in Game 3.
burst of speed that they gave Castroneves standing ovations after his second, third and fourth laps. “This place, you’ve got to expect the unexpected, my friend. That was a great result,” said Castroneves, who now becomes the favorite as he tries to become the fourth man to win four Indy 500s. “I was ready. I didn’t want to keep waiting and see all the times. I wanted to go for it.” The other eight drivers in the
new pole “shootout” were relegated to the No. 2 spot. Castroneves tied A.J. Foyt and Rex Mays with his fourth Indy pole and will be joined on the front row by Penske teammate Will Power and Target Chip Ganassi driver Dario Franchitti. Australia’s Power averaged 227.578 and will start from the middle of Row 1. Scotland’s Franchitti averaged 226.990 and will start from the outside of the first row in the 11-row, 33-car field.
Danica hears boos after poor qualifying at Indy when she talked about the reaction. “I say one confident thing out there, that it’s not me, and everybody boos me,” she said. “I don’t know, maybe they were booing me before, but some of them were probably cheering for me before. I’m not a different driver than I was five years ago.” The fans objected to her comments, but her team didn’t. “You take one on the chin, but maybe you had it coming this
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Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder races for the ball off the bat of Minnesota Twins’ Denard Span in the first inning of an interleague baseball game Saturday, in Minneapolis. Fielder fell out of bounds catching the ball and Span arrived safely, credited with a hit. Umpire is Ron Kulpa. Associated Press
Gonzalez outduels Cain in A’s win
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Gio Gonzalez got into such a groove he didn’t even realize how quickly he was setting down the San Francisco Giants. Gonzalez retired his final 20 batters and the Oakland Athletics scored an unearned run to beat Matt Cain and the Giants 1-0 on Saturday in the Bay Bridge Series. “Dallas Braden set the tone. We all try to follow in those footsteps,” Gonzalez said of his teammate’s perfect game May 9. “I felt great just going out there pounding the strike zone.” An error by first baseman Aubrey Huff set up Coco Crisp’s sacrifice fly in the third inning. The Giants managed only three hits and matched a season high with their fourth straight loss. Gonzalez (5-3) allowed two hits in eight innings. He gave up a single to Freddy Sanchez in the first, then a one-out walk to Huff followed by a single to Andres Torres in the second. After that, he went 1-2-3 the rest of the way. The left-hander struck out five and walked one in a 95-pitch gem. Closer Andrew Bailey, the reigning AL Rookie of the Year, finished the three-hitter for his seventh save in nine chances.
Nationals 7, Orioles 6
WASHINGTON (AP) — Adam Dunn’s two-run single capped a sixth-inning rally Saturday that carried the Washington Nationals to a 7-6 victory over the Baltimore Orioles, who wasted a bizarre inside-the-park homer by Adam Jones. Washington trailed 6-3 before scoring four runs in the sixth against starter Brad Bergesen and reliever Mark Hendrickson (1-2). After Roger Bernadina tripled in a run and pinch-hitter Alberto Gonzalez added an RBI single, Dunn lined a single up the middle to give the Nationals their first lead in the three-game series that concludes Sunday.
Rockies 3, Royals 0
KANSAS CITY, MO. (AP) — The Colorado Rockies have a healthy Jeff Francis to compli-
ment ace Ubaldo Jimenez. Francis was the Rockies ace in 2007 winning 17 games, but he sat out last year after having surgery on his left shoulder. After starting the season on the disabled list and making a couple of minor league rehab starts, Francis appears back to his 2007 form. He combined with three relievers on a six-hitter and Troy Tulowitzki homered to help the Colorado Rockies beat the Kansas City Royals 3-0 on Saturday. Francis held the Royals to five hits over 6 1-3 innings while walking two and striking out three. Francis (1-0) has given up just one run and 12 hits in 13 1-3 innings since coming off the disabled list. “What a boost for our club to have him back to go along with Ubaldo,” Rockies manager Jim Tracy said. “What I’ve been extremely encouraged by is where his velocity is sitting right now. His fastball has life in the hitting area, which makes his change up and curveball that much more effective.”
Angels 10, Cardinals 7 ST. LOUIS (AP) — Scott Kazmir reached the tipping point early when Matt Holliday homered for the first time in more than a month leading off the second inning. The next time the St. Louis Cardinals got a hit, the Los Angeles Angels had a six-run cushion. “I just did him a favor, hung him a changeup,” Kazmir said. “It kind of lit the fire under me a little bit.” The left-hander ended a string of three straight losses with his best outing of the season and the offense backed him with 13 hits in a 10-7 victory on Saturday. Kendry Morales had a pair of RBI doubles for a three-hit game and Mike Napoli had a two-run homer. The Angels have won three of four and became the first team to score in double figures against the Cardinals. Kevin Frandsen also had three hits. “The team looks pretty good offensively and Kazmir pitched
his butt off,” said Torii Hunter, who had two RBIs. “All of a sudden, we’re starting to click.”
White Sox 4, Marlins 1 CHICAGO (AP) — While many were questioning the White Sox decision to claim Alex Rios off waivers last season, Chicago manager Ozzie Guillen remained confident that the move was going to pay dividends at some point. Rios hit a two-run homer and Gavin Floyd pitched 6 1-3 sharp innings to help the Chicago White Sox beat the Florida Marlins 4-1 on Saturday. Rios was acquired off waivers on Aug. 10 from the Toronto Blue Jays. He is in the third year of a seven-year $69 million dollar contract. Last season, Rios hit .199 with the White Sox with three home runs and nine RBIs in 41 games.
Twins 8, Brewers 7, 12 inn. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jason Kubel’s sacrifice fly in the 12th inning lifted the Minnesota Twins to an 8-7 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday. Jesse Crain (1-0) picked up the victory for the Twins despite issuing a five-pitch walk to Prince Fielder — his fourth of the game — to start the 11th. Crain got the next two guys and struck out Jody Gerut looking to end the inning. Manny Parra (0-3) issued a leadoff walk to Alexi Casilla. Joe Mauer followed with a single and AL batting leader Justin Morneau walked to load the bases. One out later, Kubel sent a fly to right fielder Corey Hart, whose throw was off line and not close while Mauer streaked home for the win to raise Minnesota’s home record to 14-6 in front of the largest crowd — 39,152 — in the new ballpark. With struggling closer Trevor Hoffman on hiatus while he works on his mechanics, Carlos Villanueva gave the lead back in the bottom of the ninth after the Brewers suddenly snapped to life with five runs in the top of the inning to go ahead 7-6.
Flyers shut out Habs for 3rd time
MONTREAL (AP) — Michael Leighton shut down and shut out the Montreal Canadiens again, leading the Philadelphia Flyers within one win of the Stanley Cup finals. Leighton stopped 17 shots for his third blanking of Montreal in four games, Claude Giroux scored twice — including an empty-netter — and Ville Leino added a breakaway goal in a 3-0 win over the Canadiens on Saturday in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference finals. Philadelphia, which has won seven of eight since falling behind Boston 3-0 in the second round, leads the series 3-1 and can advance to the finals for the first time since 1997 with a win at home in Game 5 on Monday. The Flyers bounced back from a 5-1 loss on Thursday with an efficient and opportunistic performance. They stifled the Canadiens, as they did at home in the first two games of the series. Montreal was held to only one shot in the second period, a frame in which Philadelphia scored twice.
Leighton had a relatively easy day after allowing five goals on 38 shots on Thursday. He opened the series by stopping 58 shots in 6-0 and 3-0 wins at Philadelphia. He became the 13th NHL goalie to have three shutouts in one series, and the first since Toronto’s Ed Belfour and Tampa Bay’s Nikolai Khabibulin did it in the first round of the 2004 postseason. Leighton’s best string of saves came during a scramble with 2:25 left. After stopping MarcAndre Bergeron’s hard shot from the right circle, Leighton kicked out his left pad to foil Maxim Lapierre, who had two chances to stuff in the rebound. Travis Moen also got off a shot, but a sprawling Leighton somehow prevented the puck from crossing the line. The Canadiens also squandered two powerplay chances in the third period by registering just one shot. The Flyers had the best chance, but Philadelphia captain Mike Richards lost his footing trying to make a move on a partial breakaway.
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Jordan Spieth, 16, in contention at Nelson IRVING, Texas (AP) — Jordan Spieth shot a 3-under 67 on Saturday at the Byron Nelson Championship, putting the 16-year-old high school junior within striking distance of the lead heading into the final round. Spieth is at 6-under 204 in his PGA Tour debut, tied for seventh and only six shots behind leader Jason Day. The teenager on Friday became the sixth-youngest player to make a cut. Tiger Woods just happens to be the last high school player in this tournament, back in 1993. He shot 77-72 and missed the cut as a 17-yearold, then came back four years later and became the event’s youngest winner. Even if he doesn’t win, Spieth has plenty of other events to look forward to — a sponsor’s exemption into the Memphis PGA Tour stop in June, and in July he’ll defend his title at the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship.
LPGA Tour GLADSTONE, N.J. (AP) — Top-ranked Jiyai Shin knocked out Michelle Wie in the Sybase Match Play Championship quarterfinals, winning 2 and 1 on another humid day at hilly Hamilton Farm. Shin will play Sun Young Yoo — a 2-and-1 winner over fourth-seeded Yani Tseng — in the semifinals Sunday morning. In the other quarterfinals, 10th-seeded Angela Stanford beat Catriona Matthew 5 and 3, and No. 30 Amy Yang edged Haeji Kang 1-up. The 22-year-old Shin is chasing her first LPGA Tour title of the year after winning six times in the last two seasons. She also has 23 international victories.
European Tour WENTWORTH, England (AP) — England’s Chris Wood shot a 4-under 67 to take a twoshot lead over Robert Karlsson, who had a course-record 62 in the third round of the BMW PGA Championship. Karlsson finished at 6-under 207, despite a quick turnaround from his home in Monaco after he thought he’d missed the cut. It’s the lowest round since the European PGA event was first played on the course in 1955. He’s tied for second with Danny Willett (70). Karlsson flew home to Monaco on Friday before receiving a phone call saying he was playing on the weekend. He flew to Paris, slept for two hours, then paid $11,000 for a private jet to take him to London, arriving at the course an hour before tee time.
Nationwide Tour RALEIGH (AP) — John Riegger shot an 8-under 63 to take a five-shot lead after the third round of the Rex Hospital Open, while high school sophomore Grayson Murray fell off the pace at the Nationwide Tour event. The 16-year-old Murray shot a 1-over 72 and is at 2 under for the tournament. He became the second-youngest player ever to make a Nationwide Tour cut on Friday. Riegger is at 20 under, breaking the 54-hole tournament record by four strokes.
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In this undated photo provided by the Bradley family, United States menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national team soccer coach Bob Bradley, left, and his brothers, sportswriter Jeff Bradley, center, and former major league baseball player and Princeton baseball coach Scott Bradley, gather for a photo at the West Essex High School Hall of Academic Distinction Banquet in New Jersey.
The Bradley bunch: 3 sports-obsessed brothers
PRINCETON, N.J. (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; When the Bradley bunch gathers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; brothers Bob, Scott and Jeff â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the wives are on their own. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They can talk about movies and other things and they can let us go off into our own little room or whatever and talk sports all we want,â&#x20AC;? Scott Bradley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They can socialize and have some fun talking about other things.â&#x20AC;? Now with the World Cup approaching, the Bradleys have become among the most prominent American sports families. And when the guys are together, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a pretty safe bet soccer is the subject. Bob, the oldest of the three brothers, is head coach of the U.S. soccer team and getting ready to lead his players to South Africa. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been training at Princeton, where he coached the Tigers from 1984-95. Scott, the one in the middle, just finished his 13th season as coach of Princetonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s baseball team after a nine-year career in the major leagues. Jeff, the youngest, is a senior writer for ESPN The Magazine who covers lots of baseball and soccer and will be reporting on all things not U.S. in South Africa. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t overlook Bobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son, Michael, a fiery 22-year-old midfielder on the U.S. World Cup team and a regular starter for Borussia Moenchengladbach in the Bundesliga. They are a cross-sport version of baseballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Molinas and hockeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sutters, a family that seems destined to have a TV series created about it. Listening to their stories, it all began with their parents, Gerald and Mary. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My dad was a two-sport athlete in college at Upsala College in East Orange, New Jersey,â&#x20AC;? Jeff Bradley recalls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in their athletic hall of fame. He played football, was twoway end, and he played baseball.â&#x20AC;? The brothers say their dad played minor league baseball for a brief period and became a youth coach in their town. Mary also was athletic. But in that age, there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much of an opportunity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My mom would have been an amazing athlete had she grown up in an era where women were encouraged to play sports,â&#x20AC;? Jeff went on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She was the typical baton twirler in the band. But if you talk to my uncle, he said that she was quite a good baseball player in the backyard. And
then about the age of 42 I think she took up tennis when tennis got to be big in the â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70s, and I can tell you that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got a room full of crystal from all the tennis and the platform tennis championships sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s won in the last 36 years.â&#x20AC;? Scott is the best known of the brothers. A top high school quarterback and basketball player, he was selected by the Yankees in the third round of the 1981 amateur draft and played for New York, the Chicago White Sox, Seattle and Cincinnati from 1984-92, primarily as a catcher. Gerald played an important role in Scottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He not only watched him, he was probably his best hitting instructor all though his major league career,â&#x20AC;? Jeff said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really satellite dishes or anything. We flew out to Seattle one time when he was in a slump so that my dad could watch him hit and, sure enough, after watching him take like one round of batting practice, he called him over made a suggestion. That night Scott had his only two-home run game as a big leaguer.â&#x20AC;? Location played a big role in the Bradley brothersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; love of sport. The family made a short move when the boys were young, and the new house was right across the street from school â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and its large playing field. Football, baseball, basketball â&#x20AC;&#x201D; if there was a sport, the Bradleys were playing it. They even got into ice hockey at one point. After playing pee wee football, Bob started to gravitate toward soccer when he went to West Essex High School in North Caldwell, N.J., where he was a 1976 graduate. Scott followed two years later and then Jeff in 1982. Bob was the only one of the trio to play four years of varsity baseball and was a teammate of Scottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for two seasons. He credits the soccer coach, Ralph Dougan, and an assistant, Tony Benevento, with cultivating his interest in the sport that became his career. Back then, soccer wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t widely seen on U.S. television. Once he got the soccer bug, Bob went to New York City to see World Cup games on closed circuit at Madison Square Garden. Back home, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d watch top players on a Super 8 projector. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had found a way to get highlight films from the German league and from the 1970 World Cup,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was when you got your first
glimpse at guys like Pele and Franz Beckenbauer and Gerd Mueller. This is where it was in those days.â&#x20AC;? Bob went to Princeton and led the Tigers in scoring as a senior in 1979. Back then, there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much of an opportunity for American players to become pros. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I can vividly remember his last game when they lost,â&#x20AC;? Scott said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m like, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Holy smokes, what do we do? What does he do now?â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bob found a way. After graduation, he entered a Procter & Gamble training program, then jumped at the chance to become Ohio Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soccer coach in 1981. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We shared a room our whole lives and I can just remember him telling me how miserable it was,â&#x20AC;? Scott said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A job that a lot of people would really, really like to have, with a great corporation, a great company, a great sort of plan with what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and miserable. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And at that point, I can remember he started looking, and when he first went and had the opportunity to go to Ohio University, to take part in their sports administration program, I knew at that point that we would end up all in sports.â&#x20AC;? Bob became Bruce Arenaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistant at Virginia in 1983, beginning the most important association of his professional life. Then he coached Princeton for a dozen seasons. His son Michael was around all the time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a lot of memories of being out on the fields here, watching practice, chasing after balls, sticking around at the end for a little 2 v. 2 or 3 v. 3 game,â&#x20AC;? Michael recalled after training this week. Bob moved on to became Arenaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistant at D.C. United (1996-97) and the 1996 U.S. Olympic team. Head coaching jobs followed with the Chicago Fire (1998-02), New York/New Jersey MetroStars (200305) and Chivas USA (2006) before he succeeded Arena as coach of the U.S. national team in December 2006 when Juergen Klinsmann withdrew from consideration. Michael Bradley, who played for his father with the MetroStars, worked out with the national team as an extra player ahead of the 2006 World Cup, making his international debut that May 26 against Venezuela. He has an intense side to him, last summer earning a red card for a lunging tackle against Spain that caused him to miss the Confederations Cup final
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The Sunday Courier, Forest City, NC, SUNDAY, May 23, 2010 — 5B Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, I've been living in my apartment for two months now and I'm going crazy. When I originally answered the ad for this apartment, the owner invited me over to see it. I loved it immediately, and was afraid I'd lose it if I didn't sign a lease that day. That was Sunday, the day the chinese restaurant below the apartment was closed. Once I moved in I realized the restaurant happens to be open every other day of the week. Although I love the food, the smell has permeated my apartment and become my new perfume. I don't know if I can take a year of this. Is the smell of chinese food a good reason to break a lease?
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bachelor's dream place. A restaurant on the bottom floor is like having a personal chef in your kitchen. Carry: If you set the table, they'll probably even deliver and have dinner with you. Cash: Although a dream for some can be a nightmare for others. A constant odor of any kind of food can be overwhelming after a while. Carry: It sounds like you loved the apartment because of its price or loca-
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There's nothing worse than finding all the faults in an apartment AFTER you sign the lease. If you ever find yourself needing to make a quick decision on renting an apartment, try this technique. Add a note to your lease that gives you a 30-day grace period allowing you the right to void the lease if conditions are not satisfactory. If you later find out that something is wrong with the building or apartment, you can change your mind without repercussions.
As a police officer, I see all sorts of things when I answer a burglary call. However, I had one last week that even surprised me. When I got to the apartment building, I knocked on the door and shouted, "Police, open up!" Surprisingly, the man answered the door holding a spatula and wearing an apron. I thought I knocked on he wrong door until he said, "I'm glad you're here!" Then he explained that someone stole his grill right off his back patio while he was inside. When I asked him to describe it, he replied, "You can't miss it. It's the one with two hamburgers and a hotdog on it."
Fortunately tion in the neighborhood. However, what confuses us is why you didn't smell any residual odors on the day you looked at the apartment. If the food smell permeates the building, you would most likely still notice it on days when the restaurant is closed. Cash: Before you terminate any lease, try discussing the problem with your landlord. There may be some issues with ventilation in the building. Since he doesn't live there, he may not even know about the problem unless a tenant brings it to his attention. Carry: And I'm sure he'll understand the dilemma when he gets a sniff of your new "lo mein" perfume.
Cash: If there are other apartments
in the building, ask some of your neighbors if they have a similar problem. They can tell you if it has been a longterm situation, recently developed or just specific to your apartment. Carry: Then if for some reason the problem cannot be resolved, you can try a different resolution with your landlord. He may be willing to terminate your lease since you are not happy with the apartment. Most landlords don't want unhappy tenants. It just creates them more problems in the long run. Cash: And if you're curious how the situation will turn out, just check your next fortune cookie!
Almost everyone loves to open a fortune cookie, but did you ever wonder how this tradition got started? It dates back to the 13th century when Mongols occupied China. When the Chinese planned for an uprising in the city of Peking, they hid the date and instructions in their moon cakes and passed them out in order to not alert the Mongols. This created the tradition of giving away cakes with messages and became a popular method for expressing wishes of good will and fortune. •
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Jason Henderson, above right, putts as Tommy Kimbrell, above left, looks on. The foursome of Freddie Jones (left photo, l to r), Steve Harper, Brad Joyner and Shane Dotson are seen through the trees at the 2010 Rutherford County Golf Championship. Garrett Byers/Daily Courier
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Jed Venhuizen, above, chips during the 2010 Rutherford County Golf Championship at the Rutherfordton Golf Course Saturday. Venhuizen closed with a 1-under 71 and tied for fourth place.
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The two shots highlighted what was an otherwise tough day on the links for Anderson, who finished with an 8-over 80. Three golfers stood at even par after the first day, including threetime champ, David Eaker. Joining Eaker were Daniel Elkins and Steve Harper. “It was a good day out there,” said Eaker. “I always enjoy playing this event.” Eaker’s longtime friend, Hacksaw agreed. “The competition is great. I love playing against these guys — guys like David and Freddie (Jones),” said Hacksaw. “Many of us have been playing out here for years and against one another for years. It’s always fun.” The golf concludes this afternoon.
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Beginning Wednesday, May 26, you will have an opportunity to share your own ideas regarding the creation of a master plan for Chimney Rock State Park. From 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. go by Lake Lure Town Hall, Hwy. 64/74, to meet NC Division of Parks and Recreation personnel and talk about the proposed design alternative for the state park. Ask questions, give comments to the officials and also to Greenways, Inc., the environmental planning landscape architecture firm, responsible for completing the plan. Greenways, is the designer of the state’s Mountains to Sea Trail. Lewis Ledford, division director for the state’s parks and recreation department, said the work to create a world class state park at Chimney Rock continues to be a partnership with the state parks system and the community. Because CRSP has received such strong support in the community, it is important that citizens remain involved. Friends of Chimney Rock was organized prior to 2007 to “Save the Park” and lobbied for the state’s purchase of the park. The master plan is a longterm look at the development of facilities and recreation opportunities and a guide for protection of natural resources. The plan will address such things as the type and scope of recreation facilities, the proper protection of sensitive habitats and rare species, the visitor experience at the Chimney Rock access, the location of state park infrastructure such as roads, entrances and a visitor center, and the development of a comprehensive trail system. For those who can’t attend, the proposed designs will also be available beginning May 26 at www.greenways.com/chimneyrock. Written comments may be submitted through June 23 either by using an online comment sheet or by mail to: General Management Plan Coordinator, NC Division of Parks and Recreation, 1615 MSC, Raleigh, NC 27699-1615. And on another tourism note, Land for Tomorrow, an environmental coalition working to preserve the state’s land and water resources, recently held a contest asking citizens to name its top natural wonders that stretch from the mountains to the coast in North Carolina. Our very own Chimney Rock Park as one of the nominees for the top state’s Natural Wonders. Votes were tallied last week with 3,000 individuals selecting the top 10: Blue Ridge Parkway; Cape Hatteras/Cape Lookout; Grandfather Mountain, The Great Smoky Mountains, Lake Mattamuskett, the Lumber River, Merchants Millpond State Park; the Mountains to Sea Trail; the New River and Ocracoke Island. Chimney Rock Park didn’t make the top 10 list, but it’s still the top of my list. And by the way, for those who haven’t been yet, “shame on you.” Get your picnic basket out from under the cabinet, pack a lunch, wear comfortable clothes and shoes and take a camera. Hike the trails to the bottom of the Hickory Nut Falls one of highest waterfalls east of the Mississippi and then pinch yourself when you get there. Plan to spend the day. It’s a natural wonder of this state in my book.
Rutherford County Schools teachers Jeny Keeter, Paula Davis, Cindy Stewart and Sharon Willets and Isothermal Community College instructors Jo James, Steve Hollifield and Brett Parker were part of a World View educational trip to India over spring break. The educators spent 10 days in India, visiting historic sites and schools.
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ndia is not a place that’s easy to describe. It’s an assault on all the senses - sights, sounds and smells meet you as soon as you step off the plane.
And for a group of educators in Rutherford County, it’s a place they now hold dear to their hearts. Four teachers from Rutherford County Schools and three instructors from Isothermal Community College traveled with World View on an educational trip to India during their spring break. Instructors at Isothermal were approached about going on the trip,
Beginning in nursery school, children in India are taught English. Some of the students the teachers met spoke up to five languages.
Text by Allison Flynn Contributed photos however, teachers in Rutherford County Schools applied to take part. “We had to answer lots of questions with open-ended discussion,” said Sunshine teacher Paula Davis. East High teacher Cindy Stewart learned she would be going the day the plane tickets for the trip were purchased. “I had filled out an application but I didn’t turn it in,” she said. “Dr. Mason called to tell me I would be going.” Chase Middle teacher Sharon Willets said the trip was “an adventure from the time we left.” “Our flight was delayed and then cancelled,” she said. “They worked for over an hour trying to get it re-routed.” Finally, the group boarded another airline, and just as they landed in New York the flight to India was boarding. “They held the plane for us to get on there,” Davis said. No one seemed
While in India, the group ate many traditional Indian dishes.
to mind the delay, and that was their first taste of one of the differences between the two cultures. “India was like that,” Willets said. “Time is no big deal - whenever you get there it happens.” Possibly because of the change in flights, the group’s luggage was lost for a few days, which lead to some “cooperative learning,” said Isothermal instructor Jo James. “I had shampoo and we all shared,” she said. For Isothermal instructor Steve Hollifield, it was his first experience in another country. “One of the things that really struck me, it’s a country with a really dense population,” he said. “They have issues there, like pollution, that we’ve already dealt with in the United States.” Even with people literally elbow to elbow, all who went said the people of India were extremely welcoming. “They really made us feel at home,” Hollifield said. James’ brother had spent time in India before and warned her of the rigorous travel and the large population. “I thought I was ready until I got there,” she said. The first two days of the 10-day trip were spent sight seeing, Willets said. “We toured Taj Mahal and then new and old Delhi,” she said. “Then we spent a day in Kalkota and saw the Victoria Memorial.” Even the sight-seeing served as a learning experience, said Pinnacle teacher Jeny Keeter. “It was overwhelming,” she said. The remainder of the trip was spent visiting various schools in Delhi and Kalkota. Keeter said student motivation is one of the biggest differences between the educational system India and America. Please see India, Page 8C
2C â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Sunday Courier, Forest City, NC, Sunday, May 23, 2010
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Philip Guadagno of Boy Scout Troop 129 in Spindale was awarded the God and Country Award during a troop Court of Honor held May 4 at Spencer Baptist Church. The God and Country Program helps guide a young man to see how the church works in the community and how it supports the country to be its best. Pictured with Philip is his mother, Tina Guadagno.
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Eleven-year-old Evan Pittman, of Tampa, Fla., grandson of Frazier Pittman of Shiloh, recently won two gold medals in sparring at the 2010 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Carolina Taekwondo Championships in Clemson, SC.
It was the second year in a row that Evan had won first place at the combined AAU North and South Carolina state tournament with his grandfather in attendance; in 2009, he won a gold medal in sparring at the tournament when it was held at Gardner Webb University. Evan and his father, who is a Navy officer based in Florida, traveled to Rutherfordton recently to visit Evanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandparents, and being able to compete in Contributed photo the Clemson tournament was an During the Rutherford Early College High School added benefit. graduation May 13, senior Michael DeCaprio had the Competing as a brown belt in opportunity to receive his diploma from his dad, Matt DeCaprio, who teaches at the school. Michael was one this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tournament, Evan of 29 students who received diplomas from REaCH this won a gold medal in the black year. belt sparring division, then captured a bronze medal in
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advanced belt forms, and another gold medal in advanced belt sparring.
A fifth-grade honor roll student at Christ the King School in Tampa, Evan began competing in taekwondo, a form of Korean karate, in early 2009. In his first year of competition, he won sparring titles at both the AAU Virginia State and AAU Carolina Championships, took second at the USA-Taekwondo Junior Nationals in Texas, and placed first at the AAU Junior Olympic Games in Iowa. Already in 2010, he has won two Florida state titles in addition to his Carolina victories, and he plans to compete at the 2010 USA-Taekwondo Junior Nationals and the AAU Junior Olympic Games later this summer.
Peggy and Wayne Houser hosted an â&#x20AC;&#x153;anchors aweighâ&#x20AC;? party for Matt Heaton of Mooresboro before his departure to naval boot camp in Chicago. Approximately 20 guests attended the event, which was held at the Lake Houser Clubhouse.
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Thirty-nine practical nursing students at Isothermal Community College were awarded caps and pins at a ceremony on May 7.
Practical nursing students take part in ceremony
SPINDALE – Thirty-nine Isothermal Community College practical nursing students were awarded their caps and pins at a special ceremony recently. The Capping and Pinning Ceremony, held in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church in Forest City, is the traditional graduation event for the students in the Practical Nursing program. The graduates of the 2010 class are Liliana AlvarezTroche, Haley London, Melissa Arrowood, Stacy Marcengill, Ashley Austin, Rachel McKeel, Kristina Bartlett, Pamela Melton, Sherrie Beam, Frances Owens, Victoria Belue, Jennifer Pack, Loretta Brown, Kristi Peacock, Amber Cash, Sheila Price, Deborah Caudle, Jenna Randall, Lisa Conner, Dustin Roper, Crystal Cooper, Elizabeth Sampson, Tara Garrison, Tracy Short, Adrienne Gilbert, Mary Jo Twitty, JoAnne Goforth, Phillip Toney, Crystal Greene, Brooke
Wall, Regina Hamilton, Sherry Waters, Melony Jackson, Carolyn Watts, Kim Keller, Tera Wease, Sherry Knight, Whittney Wilson and Havvetta Lattimore. After marching in to the traditional processional, “Pomp and Circumstance” performed by organist Bobby Bridges and an invocation by Rev. Robert A. Wiltshire, the new nurses were welcomed by DeWalt Koone, Isothermal’s dean of Applied Sciences and Technology. Tina Porter, a Health Sciences specialist in Isothermal’s Career Center, spoke to the crowd. Class awards were presented by Dr. Debbie Wiltshire, director of the Practical Nursing program, after special music by Kaylan Rogers. Throughout the remainder of the ceremony, Wiltshire was assisted by instructors April Cline and Kimberly Amos. After the presentation of roses and lamps, Rogers performed during the candle lighting and the Rev.
Wiltshire gave the benediction. The class officers were also recognized. They are: Ashley Austin, president; Phillip Toney, vice president; Sherry Knight, secretary; Sherrie Beam, treasurer; and Dustin Roper, class representative.
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Joshua Leprell Hastings of Columbia, S.C., formerly of Forest City, received his doctor of medicine degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine May 7. He received the Saunders Humanism Honor Society Award. A graduate of East Rutherford High school, Hastings received his BS in Biology and Chemistry and a masters in Applied Physics at Appalachian State Hastings University, where he was a Plemmons Fellow. He will begin his four-year medical residency in Anesthesiology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in New Hampshire next month. Dr. Hastings is married to Lauren Werner Hastings of Columbias. He is the son of Don and Wanda James Hastings of Forest City. He is the grandson of the late Percy and Ruby James of Lexington and the late Rev. Matt and Lessie Hastings of Connelly Springs. He is a brother of Lauren Hastings Elmore of Kernersville.
Best named to NSCS
Matthew Best of Rutherfordton has accepted membership in The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). Matthew will be honored during The new LPNs, along with an induction convocation this fall on the campus of faculty, friends and family, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. enjoyed a reception following “NSCS is more than just a symbol of academthe ceremony. The reception ic achievement,” said NSCS Executive Director was catered by Mountain View Stephen E. Loflin. “Membership gives students BBQ & Deli. Roses, corsages access to a number of amazing benefits, includand boutonnieres were provided ing career and networking resources, scholarships, by Bostic Florist. Rutherford travel and service projects both on campus and in Hospital’s Nursing Department the community.” provided the awards. Greenery NSCS is a member of the Association of College and flowers were provided by Honor Societies and is the nation’s only interdisciHorn’s Home and Garden. Town plinary honors organization for first- and secondPhotography was also on hand to year college students. Membership is by invitation take pictures of the graduates. only, based on grade point average and class standing. NSCS has more than 675,000 lifetime memFor more information on bersand 250 chapters in all 50 states, the District Isothermal’s Practical Nursing of Columbia and Puerto Rico. program, contact Wiltshire at For more information about The National Society 828-286-3636, ext. 254. of Collegiate Scholars, please visit www.nscs.org.
R-S Middle Band holds concert, awards night Furse awarded degree FOREST CITY — At commencement exercises on Saturday, May 15, North Carolina State University awarded undergraduate degrees to 4,299 students. Among those was Benjamin M. Furse of Raleigh. Furse graduated magna cum laude with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Technology Education and Graphic Communications. He was also awarded the Outstanding Senior Award in the Education department based on academic achievement, teacher recommendations, and peer evaluation. While at NC State, Furse served as president of TECA, a professional association of technology educators, and as president of Epsilon Pi Tau, the national honor society for technology education majors. He has received a research fellowship in Technology Education, and will be attending graduate school at NC State this fall. Furse is the son of Rick and Laurie Furse, formerly of Rutherfordton. He is a graduate of R-S Central High School.
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The R-S Middle School Band (above) performed its final concert of the year April 29. Musical selections from the sixth grade band included “High Adventure” by Paul Lavendar and “Attack of the Slide Trombones” by Mike Hannickel. The seventh grade band performed “God Bless the USA” and “A Patriotic Trilogy.” Eighth graders presented “Battle Creek March,” “Simple Gifts,” “Pandora,” “Comet Ride” and “The Best of Queen.” During the evening awards were given to the most outstanding band member per grade level (right). Recipients were sixth grade clarinetist Will Amos, seventh grade flutist Nichole Stoehrer and eight grader Rachel McLaughlin.
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Weddings Norville and Leggett say ‘I do’
Blackwell, Mitchell married
Amanda Nicole Blackwell and Paul Benjamin Mitchell were married Saturday, May 1, 2010, at Spindale Church of the Brethren. Keith Stephenson, pastor of Second Baptist Church in Rutherfordton, officiated the 4 p.m. ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Raymond and Jane Blackwell of Rutherfordton. The bridegroom is the son of Worth H. Mitchell III and Terri Mitchell. Music for the ceremony was provided by Stephen Matheny, Mickey Moore, Aaron Chatham and Doris Horton. The bride was given in marriage by her father. She wore a strapless ivory taffeta dress with a sweetheart neckline embellished with pearls and crystals. The full pickup skirt was adorned with beaded embellishments with a chapel-length train. Her fingertip veil was edged with crystals and beading. She also wore a matching tiara, necklace and earrings accentd with pearls. She carried a nosegay of pink and cream hydrangea, cream tulips and pink and cream gerber daisies. Hot pink heels completed her ensemble. Matron of honor was Amy Murphy Cagle of Asheboro and maid of honor was Ashley Lauren Edwards of Spindale. Both have been friends with the bride since childhood. They wore short halter flat taffeta dresses in watermelon with diagonal pleating at the bust and a bubble hem. Bridesmaids were the bride’s god sister Sarah Tuttle and Hannah Johnson, both of Forest City, and Jessica Dunaway Osteen, Jennifer Cogdell and Shay Hill, all of Rutherfordton.
Mrs. Paul Benjamin Mitchell
They wore strapless watermelon bubble hem dresses designed in flat taffeta with matching sashes at the ruched waist and tied on the side. They carried nosegays of pink geranuiums and pink and yellow roses. The bridegroom chose his father as best man. Ushers were the bridegroom’s brother, Trey Mitchell, and Dustin Owens, both of Rutherfordton, Will Furse of Maggie Valley, Charlie Swinkey of Greensboro, Chad Watson of Grover and Josh Wilson of Hickory. Flower girl was Lily Jo Mitchell of Rutherfordton and ring bearer was the bridegroom’s cousin, Hunter Mitchell. Kevin and Kathy Tuttle, the bride’s god parents, attended the guest register. A reception was held at the Rutherfordton Clubhouse following the ceremony. Guest tables were covered with white cloths and topped with hurricane
globes filled with pink and silver balls on mirrored tiles. The five-tier cake was decorated with pink polka dots with pink, white and green hydrangea petals. The cake was topped with a monogrammed “M.” A selection of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and a large fruit cascade were served. Assisting were Blanche and Burrell Arrowood, Les Clark, Crystal Laws, Deleslie Mitchell, Amber Harrill, Kathy Johnson and Patsy Splawn. The bride is a 2004 graduate of R-S Central High School and attended college at Isothermal Community College and Western Carolina University. The bridegroom is a 2004 graduate of R-S Central High School and attended some college. He is a member of the U.S. Army and plans to make that his career. Following a cruise to Grand Turk, Half Moon Cayand Nassau, Bahahas, the couple live in Fort Bragg.
Kara Alyssa Norville and Matthew Lewis Leggett were married Saturday, April 17, 2010, at 5 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Rutherfordton. The Revs. Ben Carson and Dean Baughn officiated. Music for the ceremony was provided by pianist and vocalist Charlie Hopper, violinist Samuel Jenkins and organist Bobby Bridges. Following the ceremony, the bride’s parents hosted a reception at the Carolina Event and Conference Center. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ray Norville Jr. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Ray Ramsey and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ray Norville, all of Rutherfordton. She is a graduate of R-S Central High School and Meredith College, where she earned a BS in fashion merchandising. She is currently the assistant manager of Palm Avenue in Raleigh. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Henry Leggett of Garner. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lewis W. Bost and Mrs. George R. Leggett of Greensboro and the late George R. Leggett. He is a graduate of Southeast Raleigh High school and N.C. State University, where he earned a BS in business finance. He currently works for CAPTRUST Financial Advisors in Raleigh. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was attended by her cousin, Jennie Elizabeth Ramsey, as maid of honor. Bridesmaids
Mrs. Matthew Lewis Leggett
were Emily Renae Harkey and Anna Marie Horne, both of Raleigh, Erica Brooke Luckadoo of Forest City and Erica Atchley Watson of Rutherfordton. Joanna Olivia Ramsey and Jesalyn Abigail Ramsey of Asheville were program attendants. Suzanne Stewart of Holly Springs was guest book attendant. Becca Leigh Gary of Rutherfordton was flower girl. John Mark Gary was ring bearer. The bridegroom’s brother, William Thomas Leggett of Garner, served as best man. Groomsmen were Jason Thomas Lamb of Raleigh; the bride’s brother, Chad Ray Norville of Charlotte;
Adam Westborok Shepard of Raleigh; and John Graham Spencer of Knightdale. Junior groomsman was Charles Zachary Norville. Ushers were Douglas Robert Brown, Benjamin Christopher Purnell, Jordan David Topal and Brad Michael Wynne, all of Raleigh. A rehearsal dinner was hosted on Friday by the bridegroom’s parents at the Water Oak Restaurant. A bridal luncheon, hosted by the grandmothers and aunts of the bride, was held at the Firehouse Inn Friday afternoon. Following a wedding trip to Cab San Lucas, Mexico, the couple reside in Raleigh.
Anniversaries McGraws celebrate 75 years
New Arrivals
RUTHERFORDTON – The following babies were born at Rutherford Hospital: David and Elizabeth Wilt, Forest City, a boy, Hezekiah David Wilt, May 9. Mr. and Mrs. Matt Massengale,
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Marion, a boy, Levi Jaxon Massengale, May 11. Rocky McMellion and Ashley Steele, Forest City, a boy, Rylan Clay McMellion, May 11. Joshua and Kristen Brown, Bostic, a boy, Kyle William Brown, May 11. Moises Hernandez and Yvonne Ledford, Forest City, a girl, Maya Marie Hernandez, May 12. Eric Logan and Tracy Ensley, Spindale, a boy, Eric Maliek Logan Jr., May 13. Jacob and Elisha Lapointe, Spindale, a girl, Kayley Lynn Lapointe, May 14.
Guy and Wilma McGraw celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary May 4, 2010. The couple have one son, Lonnie McGraw, and a daughter-in-law, Doris. They have three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
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First, second and third place State winners in the Junior American Citizens conState, regional and national winners in the JAC contest are: (front row, l-r) — test are: (front row, l-r) — Blake Hardin, first place; Jesse R. Conner, second place; Corine Barnes, Audrey Colnot, Jordan, Kring, Lesley Ann Wells, James Tuong; sec- (second row) — Elana Martin, first place; Amber Thompson, first place, Jessica ond row — Sarah Yelton, Kaitlyn Manelski, Michael Johnston, Dominic Gardella and Walker, first place; Jacob Cameron Hill, third place; (third row) Dallas Moore, second Levi Roger White. place; Lauren Vermeulen, first; Ali Parton, second place and Lauren Flack, second place.
DAR announces Junior American Citizen contest winners FOREST CITY — The Griffith Rutherford Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) announces the North Carolina State DAR, Southeast District DAR and National DAR winners of the Junior American Citizen Contest (JAC), 20092010.
North Carolina State DAR contest. Each contestant’s entry won an award at the state level. Those that won first place, 16 out of 19, were sent on to the Southeast District for further judging. Any first place winners were then sent to be judged at the National JAC contest judging. The theme of the During this year’s con- Junior American test the chapter received Citizen Contest was 358 entries from stuentitled “America, Land dents in 3rd grade of the Free and Home of through 8th grade the Brave.” Contestants throughout Rutherford in grades 3rd through County who are in pub- 5th could choose from lic, charter, private or the following types of home school education- contest areas includal settings. ing producing a stamp As a result of the local design, a poster, a banand Chapter judging ner, a photo essay, or of those 358 entries, writing a poem, a short 19 first place entries, story, or about a comcoming from 21 contes- munity service projtants, were sent to the ect. Students in grades
6th through 8th were encouraged to write a poem, a short story or to conduct and write about a community service project. The Junior American Citizen program and contest is designed to promote interest in American history and patriotism through schools and civic groups. The Griffith Rutherford Chapter offers the contest portion of the JAC program yearly. There is a club aspect to the JAC program, available to all age groups, that promotes patriotism through brief daily or weekly activities. The following list contains all the winners by school and their awards at state, district and national judging.
Pinnacle Elementary School —Dominic Gardella, fifth grade, poster first place, state and district; second national; Elana Martin, fifth, poster, first place, state; Rutherfordton Elementary School — Jessica Walker, third grade, stamp design, first place, state; Lauren Vermeulen, fourth grade, stamp design, first place, state; Blake Hardin, fifth grade, stamp design, first place, state; Corine Barnes, fourth grade, photo essay, first place, state and district; second place, national. Spindale Elementary School — Jordan Kring, third grade, poster, first place state and district; second place national; Thomas Jefferson
Arbor Day celebration
Classical Academy Grammar School — Jacob Cameron Hill, fourth grade, poster, third place state; Jesse R. Conner, fourth grade, short story, second place, state ;Audrey Colnot, fourth grade, poem, first place, state; third place, district; Trinity Christian School — Amber Thompson, fourth grade, poster, first place, state; Lauren Flack, fourth grade, banner; second place, state; Dallas Moore, fourth grade, banner, second place state; Ali Parton, fourth grade, banner, second place, state; James Tuong, third grade, short story, first place, state and second place, district; Lesley Ann Wells, fifth grade, short
story, first place, state, third place, district; Levi Roger White, fifth grade, short story, first place, state, district and national; RutherfordtonSpindale Middle School — Michael Johnston, eighth grade, poem, first place, state and district; second place, national; Kaitlyn Manelski, eighth grade, short story, first place state, district and national; Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy Middle School — Savannah Pye, sixth grade, poem, first place, state and district; Trinity Christian School (Middle) — Sarah Yelton, seventh grade, poem; first place, state and honorable mention, nationals.
Prevention parade
Trinity Christian School celebrated Arbor Day on April 30. The students of Trinity Christian School participated in a poetry and poster contest. The first place winners for the poetry contest were Matthew Walker, Juliet Lambert, and Bryson Walker. The poster contest winners were Saylor Hardin and Carl Ditto. They each received a prize for their accomplishments. Pictured are Bryson Walker, Carl Ditto, Saylor Hardin and Juliet Lambert.
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Pre-school through eighth grade (right) participated in Arbor Day learning about tree planting and environmental impact that trees provide.
From six months old to four years old, children at The Learning Tree, Forest City, participated in Child Abuse Prevention Month. Here the children load up for a parade around the facility.
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Chris Lee, 2010 Olympiad Fly Masters champion (above), focuses on the accuracy course. Paul Thompson, third place winner in the 2010 Olympiad Fly Masters (left), racks up extra points in the accuracy round on the bonus targets.
Anglers battle water, not fish, in Olympiad Tournament
LAKE LURE — The Rocky Broad River looked more like a mud bath than a trusted fishing hole after a torrential downpour swept through Lake Lure the evening before the final round of the 2010 Olympiad Fly Masters Tournament on April 25 resulting in only four scored fish. Typically, the top 10 anglers from the previous day’s casting rounds advance to the fishing rounds where they are judged on the combined total of five fish caught within a two-hour time frame. Mathematically, five fish from ten competitors equals a possible 50 fish. Due to extremely poor fishing conditions, no one caught fish in round one. As a result, all ten anglers were advanced
to round two in hopes of someone catching something. With expectations low, one competitor after another turned in a zero score until finally three anglers ended up with fish on their scorecards. Placing first with merely 15 inches was Chris Lee of Bryson City and member of the N.C. FlyFishing Team. Lee’s teammate Nick Johnson of Franklin came in second with 12 inches. In third place with 9 inches was Paul Thompson from Marion, and member of Team Stonefly. Lee took home an Olympiad gold medal, $300 and a free weekend stay at Firefly Cove in Lake Lure along with artwork by third-place winner Paul Thompson. The overall winner of the casting rounds
was Chris Smith of Fort Mill, S.C. and member of Team Stonefly. The winner of the youth division was Matthew Michel of Banner Elk. The Olympiad Fly Masters is now part of the TroutLegend Fly Fishing Cooperative where points from seven different tournaments across North America are tallied up for placement on the National Leaders Board. “If a tournament title and National Board Points were not at stake, none of these guys would have been out fishing in water this muddy and rough,” said tournament marketContributed photo ing director and judge Nick Johnson of Franklin placed second in the 2010 Olympiad Fly Masters. Michelle Yelton. zFor more information on the 2010 Olympiad Fly Masters
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Cavalier band to hold reunion FOREST CITY — Cavalier Band Committee members are inviting everyone who was a member of the Cavalier Band from 1966-1976 to a reunion Aug. 7 in the East High School cafeteria.
Responses are asked to be returned by June 20.
Described as the Jacobus Years, the committee is mailing invitations to as many band members as possible this weekend.
Memorabilia from the band years will be displayed. A special table will feature band members who are deceased.
Anyone who doesn’t receive an invitation soon, please call Joanne (Gentry) Midyette 828863-4078 or email:bj@ bertandjo.com.
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Wife must deliver a message to husband opening her mail Dear Abby: “Ethan” and I have been married 36 years. He’s a good and caring husband, but he has a habit that irritates me no end. He opens our mail — whether it’s addressed to him or not. I have nothing to hide and I always show or mention what I receive. I don’t open mail that’s addressed to him and would appreciate the courtesy of being able to open mail that’s addressed to me. However, Ethan won’t stop and insists that there is nothing wrong with what he’s doing. I’m about to the point of opening a post office box in my name and having my mail sent there, but it seems
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silly to go to that extreme. Am I being overly sensitive? — Frustrated Dear Frustrated: If this were just about Ethan opening your mail, I’d say that after 36 years you might be overreacting. However, it seems to me that what’s really bothering you is less about your mail being opened and more that your husband continues to disregard your wishes and does it over your objection. THAT’S what you need to get across to him,
and if opening a post office box in your name will make the point, then that’s what you should do. Dear Abby: I have a question that isn’t earth-shaking, but concerns a lot of people my age. Each year as I grow older and read my friends’ obituaries I think about my own and how I would personally like mine to read. I would like to spare my family the difficulty of trying to sort through the details of my life. I’m wondering just what is supposed to go into an obituary. As a professional, I have information about that side of my life. It’s the personal part I’m wondering
about. Are there any rules on this? What is expected or accepted? I’m sure there are others who would also welcome suggestions on this. — Thinking Ahead Dear Thinking Ahead: Most obituaries are paid advertisements, and they can be as long or brief as the family wishes. Some are simple, mentioning date and place of birth, the names of the deceased’s parents, as well as spouse, siblings, children and grandchildren. Business and personal achievements are often, but not always, included. To find out more information, you should inquire at your local newspaper.
Dear Abby: I have been searching for a new job (unbeknownst to my current employer), and have been fortunate enough to get a few interviews. For the most part, they have been scheduled during business hours. I feel guilty making excuses to get out and attend them. What would your advice be for someone in my position? — Feeling Guilty Dear Feeling Guilty: When your interviews are being scheduled, let your prospective employer know that you’re still working and ask if your interview can be before or after work or during your lunch break.
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Dear Dr. Gott: I read your column about the family with a daughter/ sister with schizophrenia. I agree with the advice that you provided the family: Seek psychiatric help for the daughter/sister. I would also like to add a suggestion: Let the family and all your other readers know about NAMI National. This is a grassroots organization with a mission to educate, support and advocate for families and consumers. It has more than 200,000 members worldwide. There are NAMI affiliates in all 50 states. For more information, the website is www.nami.org. Dear Dr. Gott: Regarding your excellent column about schizophrenia, I hope you will also make your readers aware of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, a familysupport group offering education, understanding and hope. Our family has found it indispensable. Thanks for your advice and guidance on a topic not often addressed. Dear Readers: I received both your letters via my website just a day apart. The National Alliance on Mental Illness website states that it is “the most formidable grassroots mental health advocacy organization in the country.” It has a national organization
Shelter Pets Deserve a “First Class” Meal. “Stamps to the Rescue” and Ellen DeGeneres help make it happen. The United States Post Office, American Humane Association, Ellen DeGeneres and her pet food company, HALO, have pooled their talents and resources to help American’s shelter pets. This campaign, launched on April 30, the day the stamps were issued, continues the U.S. Postal Service’s tradition of raising awareness of serious issues. This one is Animal Rescue: Adopt a Shelter Pet. The commemorative stamps feature beautiful portraits of 10 cats and dogs who have been adopted from shelters. The program’s goal is to teach more Americans about the millions of shelter pets that need good homes. Nearly half of all animals that enter shelters in our country are destroyed. Many of them are, or were, perfectly healthy, adorable, loving pets that would have made wonderful companions had they been given the opportunity. Using these stamps on your mail will raise awareness about their plight. Furthermore, Halo: Purely for Pets, a pet food company owned by TV star, Ellen Degeneres, will be donating a million meals to animal shelters around the country during the launch of this stamp by the USPS. Ms. DeGeneres and members of American Humane were on hand at the “Stamps to the Rescue” ceremony emceed by American Humane’s, Jone Bouman, the organization’s Director of Communications. The stamps are available now at your post
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and state organizations in each of the 50 United States plus Puerto Rico and Washington D.C., as well as more than 1,200 local affiliates across the country. Based on the sheer size of this organization, its claim at being the most formidable is rightly so. People who suffer from mental illness were often shunned, labeled as “crazy” and “put away” from public view. Thanks to further study and medical understanding of these illnesses, sufferers now often have several treatment options and do not require institutionalization, in most cases. The public’s view of these disorders has taken several steps in the right direction; however, there is still a stigma attached to mental illness. Many people fail to realize that these disorders are not the result of something the sufferer did, in the same way that rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, celiac disease and a host of other diseases and disorders are not. Thank you for writing to let me know about this organization and its positive impact on our society.
IN THE STARS Your Birthday, May 23; There is a strong possibility that you might celebrate your birthday this year many unfinished projects in your wake. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) - Be extremely careful of crossing the line and becoming much too possessive of someone you love. CANCER (June 21-July 22) - Don’t waste your time attempting to cater to someone who you think can do you some good, career-wise. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) - There is a strong possibility that your laxity on following good health procedures could catch up with you at this time. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) - If you haven’t shown any proper appreciation to someone who has gone out of his/her way to help you in the past, you might experience a snub today. It’ll be a big, needless loss for you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) - It’s best not to bring up an issue on which you and your special someone are diametrically opposed. It won’t be resolved, but rehashing it can do more damage to your relationship. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) - If you’re going to do something for another today, don’t make that person feel uncomfortable about what you undertake on his/ her behalf. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Being more impressed by what people have than who they are won’t make you too popular, but more importantly, it could cause you to ignore people who have wonderful friendships to offer. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Don’t collect any guilt or loss if you fail to please certain people. As long as you did your best, you will have nothing to berate yourself over or feel guilty about. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) - Even though no ill will is intended, if you are careless in your speech, you’ll need to apologize. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) - The action of your peers might unintentionally challenge your feelings of self-worth, and make you feel worthless. If you have enough faith in yourself and your good intentions, you’ll get over it. ARIES (March 21-April 19) - Even if it inconveniences you, go out of your way to assist someone who could be of vast help to your career prospects. It would be a major mistake not to do so when you get the chance. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) - Find a way to communicate with someone who means a lot to you but is not around.
office or on line. The 44-cent stamps will be sold in panes of 20 for $8.80 and if the Post Office sells 7.5 million by the end of May, the stamps will be reprinted. Show your support for this program and for the animals by purchasing these stamps before the end of the month. Learn more about the program and the stamps and how to purchase them online by visiting: americanhumane.org or usps. com.
The Pet Project Produced by Jo-Ann Close and Lynne Faltraco Community Pet Center
Six easy summer fruit salads Cool and refreshing, colorful fruit salads can be served any time of the day. They’re a perfect light dish for indoor and outdoor gatherings. You can add your favorite seasonal fruit to any of the following recipes to make it to your liking. Use sugar-free ingredients to make them lower in calories, too. Enjoy! Fruit Salad 2 bananas, sliced 40-plus seedless grapes 1 apple, chopped 2 tablespoons strawberry jelly 2 tablespoons whipped topping Place all ingredients except whipped topping into a bowl. Stir to mix up the preserves with the fruit. Top with whipped topping and serve. — Ellise, Tropical Salad 8 ozs. pineapple tidbits, drained 11 ozs. mandarin oranges, drained 1 cup grapes, cut in halves 1 cup mini marshmallows 1 cup shredded coconut 1 (8-oz.) tub whipped topping Note: I’ve made this with 1 cup sour cream and 1 cup walnuts and topped with whipped topping. Brenda, Missouri Mix pineapple tidbits, mandarin oranges, grapes, marshmallows and coconut. Fold in whipped topping. Place in refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours for flavors to blend. Pink Fruit Salad 1 (14-oz.) can sweetened condensed milk 1 (8-oz.) tub whipped topping 1 (21-oz.) can cherry pie filling 1 (20 oz.) can pineapple tidbits, drained 1 cup mini marshmallows 1 cup shredded coconut In a large mixing bowl, stir milk and whipped topping by hand gently. Lightly fold in pie filling, pineapple, marshmallows and coconut. Refrigerate 2 hours before serving. — Caroline H. Fruit Salad with Pudding 1 (16-oz.) tub whipped topping,
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thawed 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 cup sour cream 1 (3-3/4 oz.) package instant butterscotch pudding 1 cup whole milk 1 (17-oz.) can fruit cocktail, well drained 1 (11-oz.) can mandarin oranges, well drained 1 (16-oz.) can pineapple chunks, well drained 1/2 cup coconut flakes (opt) With electric mixer, carefully beat whipped topping, sugar and sour cream until stiff. Add instant pudding and milk and continue beating. When well blended, add drained fruit. Pour into clear serving bowl and chill. When ready to serve, sprinkle coconut over pudding. — Denise Pretzel Fruit Salad Pretzel Topping 3 cups pretzels, broken up 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup brown sugar Salad 2 (3-1/2 oz.) packages instant vanilla pudding 2 cups buttermilk 2 cups whipped topping, 8 oz. crushed pineapple, strained 2 (11-oz.) cans mandarin oranges, crushed and strained Preheat oven to 450 F. Line a jelly roll pan with foil. Break up pretzels on pan. Melt butter, add brown sugar, stir and dump onto pretzels. Bake for 5 minutes. Cool and break apart pretzels. For the fruit salad, put into large bowl: mix pudding and buttermilk together. Fold in the whipped cream, crushed pineapple and mandarin orange pulp. Cover top of salad with caramelized pretzel topping right before serving. — Janice P., Florida
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The teachers in India wanted to learn from their American counterparts as much as the Americans wanted to learn from them. “They were sad we couldn’t spend more time with them. We found we bonded,” said Chase Middle teacher Sharon Willets.
Most Indians, though, were happy with their life, he said, because they have been taught by their faith or family to be thankful for what the had, no matter how little. “Even if they are homeless, they respect what they have,” Willets added. “They are not like ‘Oh, I can get another one of those.’” The appreciation of the simple things, combined with the generosity and humility of the people of India, has taught Parker to be less self-absorbed and more compassionate to others, he said. “I want our children to learn there are people on the other side of the world we can be friends with and can learn from,” Davis said.
Inside a mall in India, you could imagine yourself back in the United States. But just outside the doors, the poverty in the country was apparent. East High teacher Cindy Stewart is pictured.
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Sunshine teacher Paula Davis met Sony and Sweetie on a 17-hour train ride. She videotaped the pair for her students. The message included “Hello, I hope at some point you can come visit my country. First wait and study and get education. Education is very important. We should not fight, we should live in peace. Because the god who is god made us all similar.”
said. All said they’d like to go back to India, perhaps for a longer period of time so that they
could teach there. “Now I think we could go back and learn more,” Davis said. “I couldn’t soak it all in.
India was just amazing.” “It was a ride I will never forget,” James said.
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