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919 ‹‹ SYLLABUS

Features

Searching for a Cure Annual Event Becomes A Passion for Susan Kochik

A Rigorous Schedule Harrington Grove Student Balances Academics, Service

The Cover

Walk for Hope, Evening of Hope Two Big Events Raise Money To Fund Mental Illness Research

20 Years of Pride New Book Chronicles Leesville High’s History

North Carolina’s Homecoming Party with the Animals At the 2013 State Fair

Hang Out, Enjoy, Celebrate! Sunset Slush Features Italian Ice, Ice Cream and Much More

Breast Cancer Awareness One Woman’s Emotional Battle with Recurring Cancer

Making Leesville Safer Community Task Force Strives For Safety Near Leesville Schools

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Planners 7

A Lifetime of Memories Pawa Family Savors Family Community and Chocolate

Overcoming Challenges

Local Teacher Honored For Helping Hilburn Students

Community

School Events

Extracurricular Activities

Community Sports

Departments 6

Publisher’s Notes

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Field Trip

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919 Final Bell

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OFFERT!IME

Leesville Road High School football standout Braxton Berrios Photo by Ame Deaton

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Restoring Quality of Life

Dr. McIver’s Brier Creek Center Dedicated to Quality Oral Care

Ready for Some Football?

Leesville Pride Football Team Gears Up for Another Season

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Ready for Some Football?

Suzy Beth Sarver

IT Operations Keith Bullington

“Life is 10 percent of what happens to you and 90 percent how you respond to it”

Art Director Ben Bipes

LOU HOLTZ,

Legendary football coach

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Sometimes life seems like a football game. Your days can be a series of ups and downs. You fumble and experience setbacks and penalties; other times, you gain a few yards, score a touchdown and taste victory. For many years I have followed the quotes from some of the most famous football coaches of all time. I use them at the office, tape them in my journal or occasionally post one on Facebook. Perhaps my love for football is a result of divine intervention? I was, after all, born in the epicenter of college football (at least to some): South Bend, IN — Notre Dame country — which might explain it. Football can make you a little crazy come September, even for those people that don’t consider themselves die-hard football fans or one of the “guys”. In addition, in the 919, we also have very competitive high school football, and that passion just takes it to a whole new level. It’s Friday night, the community comes together to cheer on their hometown team, the Loonies show their spirit, the marching band is in full swing, and the air is crisp and filled with energy. How could we possibly give you a September/October issue without your hometown team fully in the spotlight? So we present the preview of the 2013 Leesville Pride. Starting with our cover, we feature LRHS senior and one of the nation’s leading college recruits, Braxton Berrios. Move over to Page 34 and we continue with the Pride story and an indepth analysis by Coach Chad Smothers on the “young lions” who are poised to claim a third consecutive Cap 8 Conference title. But this issue of 919 Magazine contains much more, including an intriguing profile of local resident Susan Kochick and her work to fund St. Baldrick’s Foundation (Page 12); a close up look at the Pawa Family, with three generations calling Leesville its home (Page 14); and an inspirational piece on Hilburn Academy’s Amanda Hummel (Page 16) Finally, if you or someone you know attended Leesville Road High School, be sure to check out our special story on Page 27, with full details on a new book chronicling the 20-year history of LRHS. We’re also looking for your photos of life on campus to include in this special hard-bound collectors-edition book. See you at the game!

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919 ‹‹ PLANNER

COMMUNITY EVENTS

9/30-11/4

SEPTEMBER Labor Day

Age 18-42 mon; $35 Fee 9-10 am, Wed Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

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9/30-11/4

Jumpstart Toddler Montessori

9/2

Rosh Hashanah

9/4-12/18

Playgroup Tot Time 9:30-11:30 am, Wed Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

9/8

Grandparents Day

The Colors of Fall by Toddler Time

9/22

First Day of Autumn

9/25

The ABCs of Apartment Renting Age 17-up; 7:30-9 pm Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

OCTOBER 10/1-31

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

9/26

10/5

Foundation of Hope for Research and Treatment of Mental Illness Benefit Keynote by Mariel Hemingway; 5-course dinner w/wine parings 6 pm; The Pavilion at The Angus Barn 9401 Glenwood Ave 919-781-9255 www.walkforhope.com

12:30-3:30 pm Music, food, fun, and more Crown Trophy & Awards Stonehenge Market 7330 Creedmoor Rd 919-878-6565 www.crowntrophy.com/store-148

Evening of Hope

9/27

Denim & Diamonds Annual Gala Pay it Forward Fertility Foundation Benefit $150 per person The Pavilion at The Angus Barn 9401 Glenwood Ave. www.payitforwardfertility.org 919 Magazine LV

Age 2-4; $35 Fee 11 am-12 pm, Wed Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

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10/6-12

Fire Prevention Week

10/13

EVENTS

25th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope, 5K & 10K

Benefit for the Research And Treatment of Mental Illness 8 am (5K, 10K); 10 am (Walk) The Angus Barn 9401 Glenwood Ave 919-781-9255 www.walkforhope.com

10/14

Columbus Day

9/8

NFL Tailgate Kickoff Party

10/12

Homecoming Dance 7-11 pm Leesville Road High 8409 Leesville Rd 919-870-4250 www.leesville.org

10/31-11/2

LRHS Fall Play 7 pm Leesville Road High 8409 Leesville Rd 919-870-4250 www.leesville.org

10/15

Back to School Pizza and Bingo Night

10/31

Halloween

SCHOOL EVENTS

5:30-7:30 pm Jeffreys Grove Elementary 6119 Creedmoor Rd 919-881-4910 www.jeffreysgrovees.net

10/18

Fall Carnival

SEPTEMBER

5-8 pm Hilburn Academy 7100 Hilburn Dr 919-571-6800 www.hilburnacademy.net

Fall Pep Rally

10/24

9/16

Leesville Road Middle 8405 Leesville Rd 919-870-4141 www.leesvillems.wcpss.net

OCTOBER 10/11

Fall Pep Rally Leesville Road High 8409 Leesville Rd 919-870-4250 www.leesville.org

STEAM Expo 5-8 pm Hilburn Academy 7100 Hilburn Dr 919-571-6800 www.hilburnacademy.net

Sep/Oct

Free School Tours Prepare Struggling Students for Fall Call for appointment Stevens Prep Academy 919-846-0118 www.stevensprepacademy.com

11 am; Sharky’s Place 5800 Duraleigh Rd 919-783-5448 www.sharkysnc.com

9/8

La Fiesta del Pueblo 2013 Latin food, dance, music 12-8 pm; free 200 S. Blount St., Raleigh 919-835-1525 www.elpueblo.org

9/15-10/27

NFL Tailgating 11 am, Sundays Sharky’s Place 5800 Duraleigh Rd 919-783-5448 www.sharkysnc.com

9/14

Cranks for Cancer Generations Salon & Day Spa Multiple Myeloma Fundraiser Honoring Alex Jankowsky BMX, Motocross Stunt Show, cycle ride, live music, more 2-7 pm; $30 adv, $35 event day BJ’s Parking Lot, Brier Creek 919-361-9140 www.cranksforcancer.blogspot.com

9/28

Community Health Day Activities, exhibits, and more American Institute of Healthcare & Fitness 9 am-12 pm 8300 Health Park, Raleigh 919-926-3015; www.aihf.net

10/4-5

Pursuit of More Addictions Conference Theme: “Anger & Addiction” Hosted by Converting Hearts Ministries Open Door Baptist Church 9801 Durant Road www.pursuitofmore.com

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Sep/Oct

9/7-28

SPCA Benefit 6-10:30 pm; $125 Black tie preferred NC State Centennial Campus 2450 Alumni Dr www.spcawake.org

Live Music Fri, Sat nights Pub Trivia Mon nights Brierdale Shopping Center www.traliirishpub.com

Age 3-5; $36 fee 10:30-11:15 am, Sat Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

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Sep/Oct

18th Annual Fur Ball

Salute to Freedom Gala USO Benefit Honoring the Military Heroes of NC 6:30-10 pm Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex 500 S. Salisbury St 919-840-2943 www.uso-nc.org

11/12

Signature Chefs Auction March of Dimes Benefit 6-9 pm Washington Duke Inn 3001 Cameron Blvd (Durham) 919-424-2169 www.marchofdimes.com/northcarolina

NIGHTLIFE Sep/Oct

Flying Burrito Sunday: All Day Brunch; $5 bloody marys, mimosas, sangrias; NFL Sunday Ticket Monday: $2 craft pints, burger specials Tuesday: $2 select tacos; $2 Tecate, Tecate Light 4800 Grove Barton Rd #106 919-785-2734 www.originalflyingburrito.com

TraLi’ Irish Pub

Aladdin’s Eatery Wine Nights Mon, Wed, Sun $5 glasses, $16 bottles Tour of Lebanon Free Samples 2nd, 4th Tue 8201 Brier Creek Parkway 919-806-5700 www.aladdinseatery.com

COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES 9/3-12/17, 9/7-12/26

Table Tennis – Open Play 6:30-9 pm, Tue; 9-11 am, Sat All ages Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

Pool, darts and more 5800 Duraleigh Rd 919-783-5448 www.sharkeysnc.com

Sep/Oct

Wild Turkey Lounge (Angus Barn) Live Music Nightly 9401 Glenwood Ave 919-781-2444 www.angusbarn.com

9/9-11/4

All Sports Little Starters Age 3-5; $36 fee Various times Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

10/1-14

Co-ed Pee Wee Basketball Registration

Pool league members play at Sharky’s Place on Duraleigh Rd

Various Age Groups; $36 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

10/1-14

Girls Little League Basketball Registration

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Sharky’s Place

Little Stix Lacrosse

REGISTRATIONS, CAMPS, LESSONS & LEAGUES 9/5-10/26

Little Kickers Soccer Age 3-5; $36 Fee; various times Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

Various Age Groups; $36 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

10/1-14

Boys Junior, Senior Leagues Basketball Registration

Various Age Groups; $36 fee Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

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10/5

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10/3-26

A Safe Have 5K, and 2M Dog Jog 8:30 am 8341-137 Garvey Dr 919-872-7233, ext. 104 safehaven5k@safehavenforcats.org www.safehaven5k.org

2 pm Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-571-4170 william.umstead@ncparks.gov www.ncparks.gov

Basketball Skills for Beginners Age 6-9; $40 fee; various times Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov Little Shooters Basketball Age 3-5; $27 fee; various times Lake Lynn Community Center 7921 Ray Rd 919-870-2911 www.raleigh.gov

Run for Their Lives

10/5, 12

Light the Night Walk Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Benefit Oct 5 – Downtown Durham Oct 12 – Downtown Raleigh www.lightthenight.org/nc

10/12

Triangle Run/Walk for Autism 9 am Moore Square 800-442-2762 x 1101 www.trianglerunwalkforautism.org

10/27

Monster Dash 2 pm Capital RunWalk 430 Woodburn Rd 919-995-5308 www.raleighmonsterdash.com

10/27

WALKS, RIDES, RACES, & GOLF 9/7

North Hills 5K 4815 Six Forks Rd www.northhills5k.com

9/14

Gail Parkins Memorial Ovarian Awareness Walk & 5K Run

Hallowed Half Marathon, 10K Part of Fall Triple Crown Series VFW Post 8455, Kerr YMCA Benefit 7:30 am; The Factory (Wake Forest) 1839 S Main St, Ste 400 919-524-7104 www.signatureraces.com

10/27

CROP Walk 1 pm North Raleigh Presbyterian Church 11905 Strickland Rd www.northraleigh.org

Sanderson High School 5500 Dixon Dr www.ovarianawareness.org

OTHER

9/15

Animals of Umstead

Magnificent Mile Race Spastic Paraplegia Foundation Benefit 2 pm; $25 registration fee www.magmilerace.com

9/29

9/24

4 pm William B. Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-571-4170 www.ncparks.gov

5K Run for Healthier Babies

9/25

March of Dimes Benefit 9 am (7:30 am registration) Tekelec at Perimeter Park 5200 Paramount Pkwy, Morrisville 919-424-2161 www.marchofdimes.com/northcarolina

4:30 pm Umstead State Park 8801 Glenwood Ave 919-571-4170 www.ncparks.gov

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Caterpillar Hunt

Fall Festivals & Events 9/7

Fall Arts Festival 10 am-5 pm All ages; free Sertoma Arts Center 1400 W. Millbook Rd 919-420-2329 www.raleighnc.gov

9/14-10/27

Corn Maze, Pumpkins Includes hay rides, inflatables, corn hole, sand pile, more Fri, 4-9 pm; Sat, 9 am-9 pm; Sun, 11 am-6 pm; $10 Green Acres Farms 1132 Morrisville Carpenter Rd 919-481-2435 www.greenacrescary.com

9/20

Fall Festival Live music, inflatables, pony rides, food, more; bring chairs, drinks, blankets 6 pm All Saints United Methodist Church 204 Smallwood Dr, Morrisville 919-321-2648 brianneracer@gmail.com www.allsaintsumc.org

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919 ‹‹ PLANNER 10/5

10/31

11/2

Craft and Flea Market And Corn Hole Tournament 10 am Raleigh Elks Lodge 5538 Lead Mine Rd 888-217-9464

6-9 pm North Carolina Museum of History 5 E Edenton St 919-872-9535 ext. 3069 www.ncdcr.gov

1 pm, 4 pm; $20 Duke Energy Center 2 E South St 919-996-8500 www.dukeenergysenterraleigh.com

10/31

Sep/Oct

6-9:30 pm Baptist Grove Church 7109 Leesville Rd www.baptistgrovechurch.org

Call for dates and times Ganyard Hill Farm 407 Sherron Rd, Durham 919-596-8728 www.ganyardhillfarm.com

Fall Festival 2013

10/5-6

Page Farms Pumpkins Hayrides, corn maze, more Weekends (thru season) 6100 Mt. Herman Rd 919-596-3227 www.pagefarmsraleigh.com

Halloween Safe Night at the Museum

NC Symphony Young People’s Concert: Halloween Spooktacular

Fun Fest Evening

Pumpkin Patch, Cornfield Maze

10/26

Spooktacular Trail Walk 6-8 pm, 8-10 pm Morrisville Community Park 1520 Morrisville Pkwy 919-463-6200 www.ci.morrisville.nc.us

10/31

FLM Youth Fall Fun Fest 5:30-8:30 pm 7901 Leesville Rd 919-787-4528 www.baptistgrove.org

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919 ›› VOLUNTEER PROFILE

Seeking a Cure for Childhood Cancer

Fun Event Becomes a Passion For Leesville’s Susan Kochik

Susan Kochik, Judy Kochik, Richard Kochik, Jillian Kochik, and Suzanne Cox

St. Baldrick’s Foundation PURPOSE: CONTACT INFORMATION:

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Volunteer-driven charity committed to funding the most promising research to find cures for childhood cancers and give survivors long and healthy lives. Phone: 888-899-BALD Email: sbinfo@stbaldricks.org Website: www.stbaldricks.org

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By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

What started out as just trying something fun and different led Susan Kochik to her role as advocate and volunteer organizer for the Napper Tandy’s Irish Pub St. Baldrick’s Event in Raleigh. “Wanting to see a cure for childhood cancer, it became my passion to find new ways to bring more awareness to our community about childhood cancer while providing opportunities for people to make a difference,” said Kochik, who co-organizes the annual event with Suzanne Cox.

Finding ways to be creative to see someone smile, accomplish something good, feel encouraged, have hope or feel better gives me the energy to be the best that I can be. SUSAN KOCHIK St. Baldrick’s Foundation

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Susan Kochik Profile AGE: 34 RESIDENCE: Hunter Hills neighborhood, North Raleigh VOLUNTEER AFFILIATION: St. Baldrick’s Foundation (Napper Tandy’s Irish Pub) INTERESTS: Music, travel, volunteering

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While some organizations collect donated hair, the St. Baldrick’s Foundation is about getting bald in solidarity with children who have cancer and raising funds to support research. From its inception in 2000, St. Baldrick’s has grown into the world’s largest volunteer-driven and donor-centered fundraising program for childhood cancer research. “It is our personal goal of the familyfriendly Napper Tandy’s event to bring more awareness about this cause, raise more funds, and create a sustainable event leaving all involved looking for more ways to help a child fighting for their life,” said Kochik. A Hunter Hills resident and Leesville Road High School graduate, Kochik moved and traveled extensively before returning to North Raleigh in 2006 to be close to family and work for The Redlands Group, a highly specialized provider of property/ September | October 2013

casualty insurance underwriting, risk management, and claims adjustment services created to serve customers many other insurance providers might find unattractive from a risk perspective, including YMCAs, community centers, and non-profit camps. Kochik loves Raleigh for its diversity of people, places, and things to do. “By far it is one of the most beautiful places to live, and I couldn’t think of a better place to be,” said Kochik. Born with a servant’s heart, Kochik also donates her time and love traveling to Russia with Orphan’s Tree and supporting a child through World Vision. “Serving is not something I feel I have to do; it is something that I am proud to do and want to do,” said Kochik. “Finding ways to be creative to see someone smile, accomplish something good, feel encouraged, have hope or feel better gives me the energy to be the best that I can be.” www.919Magazine.com

919 ›› FAMILY PROFILE

Pawa Family Savors Family, Community…and Chocolate

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Just spending time together is our favorite thing to do since time flies so fast, and the memories we make now will last us forever. ABINTA PAWA North Raleigh resident

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By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer

The Pawa family of North Raleigh’s Pembrook neighborhood savors family time, community, and…chocolate. With mom, Abinta, as owner of the popular Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory in Brier Creek – along with her parents, Anoop and Namita Arenja – much of their lives revolve around the store and creating delectable chocolate creations. In fact, son Aarin, who turns 11 in December, is affectionately called “the chocolate baby” since he was born into the business and enjoys learning from and spending time with the staff and customers at the Brier Creek Commons location. Drawn to the Leesville area for the impressive school system, family friendly community, and conveniences, the Pawa family is happy to have work, school, and home all within a seven minute commute. Dad Sameer, with a degree in hotel management and hospitality from Switzerland, is a professor at Wake Tech Community College, where he has been teaching for the past five years. He also serves as hospitality coordinator for Continued Education at Wake Tech and helped create and develop the program. As a family, the Pawas love to travel and discover new and interesting places together, making new memories along the way. When at home, they enjoy watching movies, playing a game called “Carem”, and the friendly competition of table tennis and cricket – a fast-paced game that Abinta and Sameer grew up with. “Just spending time together is our favorite thing to do since time flies so fast, and the memories we make now will www.919Magazine.com

Namita Arenja, Aarin Pawa, Abinta Pawa, and Anoop Arenja

Pawa Family Profile PARENTS: RESIDENCE: CHILD: PET:

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Abinta and Sameer Pawa Pembrook neighborhood, North Raleigh Aarin, age 10 Flash (fish)

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last us forever,” said Abinta. “And when Aarin goes to college, we will enjoy thinking of these wonderful moments we shared together as we look forward to making new ones.” Parents Abinta and Sameer are very proud of their son, Aarin, a 5th Grader at Leesville Elementary School who enjoys swimming and loves to play and follow the game of football. “The thing that makes him most special is his good and kind heart,” said Abinta. “He is a good and kind boy, who is very affectionate, loves his family, and is respectful, polite, and cares a lot for his friends.” And lucky for Aarin, the Pawas live in the same neighborhood as his grandparents, allowing him to spend time playing cricket with his grandfather and visiting with his grandmother, who never tires of his endless stories and loves cooking all his favorite dishes.

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919 ›› PERSONALITY PROFILE

Despite Her Own Challenges, Hilburn’s Amanda Hummel Honored for Helping Students By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

Amanda Hummel knows challenges. As a special education teacher for 10 years at Hilburn Academy, she works with 3-, 4- and 5-year-old students with severe communication and physical disabilities. The North Raleigh resident also grew up with a learning disability of her own, diagnosed in the 2nd Grade. “School was always very challenging for me, but my mom was my cheerleader. She always encouraged me and believed in me even when I did horrible on a test,” Hummel said. “I could study for hours or make tons of flash cards or work really hard, but I still struggled. I worked hard but grades

were very inconsistent because tests were always such a big part of the grade and I did not do well on tests.” But Hummel did much better in college, which seemed more focused on projects – and she graduated cum laude from Meredith College with a 3.7 GPA. And this year, she was recognized as the recipient of the Lara Jane Parker Excellence Award from the New Voices Foundation, an organization that advocates students with severe communication and physical challenges. “I cannot express my gratitude and thanks for all the generosity to the New Voices Foundation for creating this award and then selecting me,” Hummel said. “I was nominated by my colleagues. It was a real honor.”

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We focus on the child’s ability, rather than their disability. AMANDA HUMMEL Hilburn Academy Special Education Teacher

A resident of the Hawthorne community, Hummel and husband Andy enjoy encouragement and support from their parents and their local church community. “We are very involved in our church, Christ the King in Durham,” said Hummel, noting that she is the nursery coordinator and a Sunday School teacher. “Our family has been so blessed to have such a supportive church family that have become some of our closest friends.” Still, with all the aspects of life, Hummel obviously enjoys her time working with the children at Hilburn

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At Hilburn, Hummel and the other teachers work closely together as a team to meet the individual needs of the children. “We focus on the child’s ability rather than their disability,” said the soon-to-be mother of three. “We focus on what they can do or move or use in order to find ways for them to be able to communicate and learn. “Each child is different and we focus on developing a strong routine throughout our preschool play.”

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Academy. “I found in college I had a heart for these types of children,” she said. “I love the preschool age because they are beginning learners who need someone to believe in them. It’s important to help them find ways to communicate and learn as a foundation.”

Amanda Hummel Profile AGE: 33 RESIDENCE: Hawthorne, North Raleigh PROFESSION: Preschool Special Education Teacher EDUCATION: BS (Child Development), Meredith College FAMILY: Husband, Andy; two children (Alexander and Robert) and one on the way INTERESTS: Spending time with family; reading books with children

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919 ›› STUDENT PROFILE

Harrington Grove Teen Balances Rigorous Academic Schedule with Community Service By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

She’s an honor student, an accomplished Girl Scout, a singer, and active in a number of school organizations and activities – and she still finds time to hold down two volunteer jobs and help her church distribute hot meals to migrant workers. Paulina Ruiz is only 16 years, but she already has a powerful resume and a burning desire to contribute to society.

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“I am proud that Paulina can balance her rigorous academic work (at Raleigh Charter High School) with her community service,” said Paulina’s mother, Adriana. “Being a Mexican-American teenager, I hope she can be a positive role model and inspire other Latina girls in our community to pursue higher education in the science and math fields. She is proud of her culture, and enjoys speaking Spanish and volunteering at international festivals.” Paulina – who lives in Harrington Grove with her mother (a preschool teacher); her father, Rodolfo (a senior manager at Lenova); sister Jackie (age 12); and brother Alessandro (age 8) – is committed to academics and hopes to one day work in the medical field. “My favorite subject in school is definitely science, specifically biology,” she said. “My interest in science and volunteering in health-oriented facilities reflects what I hope to be in the future, a doctor. I want to expand healthcare and go to other countries and offer services September | October 2013

where they are needed most.” Not only does the high school junior spend her Saturdays as a junior volunteer at UNC Hospital’s nurses station and central distribution center, she also volunteers during the week at the Good Samaritan Health Clinic in Durham – where she assists in many front office responsibilities and helping with patients. “The way I contribute the most is by using my ability to speak Spanish with patients who have a hard time understanding English,” Paulina said. “I am happy www.919Magazine.com

I have the opportunity to help give people quality health care – all while having a positive experience with the language they feel most comfortable.” Paulina also assists the Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi’s Migrant Ministry program, which delivers hot meals to migrant workers who come to North Carolina during the summer to work in the fields. “It is rewarding to give them a meal that reminds them of home, because they are the reason we all have food at our homes,” she said. In addition to working toward her Gold Award in the Girl Scouts (already securing the Bronze and Silver honors), Paulina is a member her school’s a’capella singing club, the Asian American Alliance, the Key Club, and the student legislative assembly. So with school, volunteer work and other activities, how does she balance everything? “Well, between clubs

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Paulina Ruiz Profile AGE: 16 SCHOOL: Raleigh Charter High (Junior) PARENTS: Rodolfo and Adriana Ruiz RESIDENCE: Harrington Grove SIBLINGS: Jackie, 12 (Martin Middle); Alessandro, 8 (Underwood) PETS: Coco (mixed breed dog); Pepe (blue beta fish) INTERESTS: A’Capella Club, Chinese (Mandarin), volunteering

and school and volunteering, it leaves little room for much – but I manage by using my lunch period and car ride to school to finish little things and sacrifice on TV and friend time to dedicate to my work the moment I get home,” Paulina explained. “I also have amazing teachers that understand our busy schedules and are willing to help us out as much as possible. All my friends are in the same situations, so we always plan outings to have some down time. I am willing to sacrifice a little now knowing that it will hopefully pay off in the long run.”

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Being a MexicanAmerican teenager, I hope (Paulina) can be a positive role model and inspire other Latina girls in our community to pursue higher education. ADRIANA RUIZ Paulina’s mother

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Walk for Hope, Evening of Hope Angus Barn Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Walk, Run; Mariel Hemingway Will Keynote Special Dinner Event By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

Hosted by The Angus Barn, the 25th Annual edition of the Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope 2013 on Oct. 13 will provide funds for better treatments and cures for a host of mental illnesses that exist in the world. “Each year, the Walk for Hope provides the community with the opportunity to come together in support of those living with mental illnesses,” said Dena Birks, event coordinator for the non-profit organization. “And after the walk there is a celebratory festival including food, prizes, children’s activities, music and mental health information.”

In addition, the Evening of Hope is scheduled for Sept. 26 at the Pavilion at The Angus Barn. The fundraising event includes a five-course dinner prepared by Iron Chef Walter Royal, with a live and a silent auction. Award-winning actress and author Mariel Hemingway, the granddaughter of Earnest Hemingway, will be a special guest and keynote speaker. Established in 1984 by the late Thad Eure Jr. and his wife, Alice — founders of The Angus Barn

restaurant in North Raleigh — the organization provides funding for scientific research at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on causes and potential cures for mental illness. According to Birks, the Eures’ commitment to finding cures for mental illness began in 1977 when a family member was diagnosed with a chronic bipolar disorder. For years, the Eures struggled privately to find a cure, without success. The Eures traveled the country seeking facilities and doctors who could offer some promise of recovery, yet their efforts typically ended in despair. In the early 1980s, there were few viable treatments for mental illness. Over Dena Birk, Event Coordinator and Shelley Eure Belk, Executive Director time, the Eures learned that although one in four people nationally suffer from some

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form of mental illness, very little research was being done to investigate or develop cures for these devastating illnesses. Originally, the Foundation of Hope was privately funded by Thad and Alice Eure. After Thad’s death in 1988, the employees of The Angus Barn decided to honor his memory by raising money for the Foundation with the Walk for Hope. What started in 1988 with 200 participants raising about $30,000 has grown to over

3,500 participants, and in 2012 the Foundation’s total fundraising efforts resulted in more than $600,000 raised. In special recognition of the 25th Anniversary of the walk, a “Foundation of Hope Signature Grant”, which will focus on community interaction for young people faced with mental illness. “The importance of this type of community initiative cannot be overstated. We strongly believe that with appropriate detection,

intervention, and support,” said Birks. “Our children can have the opportunity to achieve great things in their lives. This grant, in support of our children, is the gift we want to give back in celebration of our 25 years, to our community, to the thousands of walkers who have supported us.” For more details on participating in the Walk for Hope, 5th Annual Run for Hope and its various events for all ages and levels of expertise, or the special Evening of Hope event, visit www.walkforhope.com. For more information on the Foundation, sponsoring the

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Evening of Hope or volunteering, contact Birks or Shelley Eure Belk at 919-781-9255, or email dena@walkforhope.com.

PURPOSE: Provide funds for better treatments and cures for mental illnesses MAJOR EVENTS: Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope; Run for Hope; Evening of Hope; George Thanhauser Bike for Hope Executive Director: Shelley Eure Belk Event Coordinator: Dena Birk ADDRESS: 9401 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh PHONE: 919-781-9255 EMAIL: dena@walkforhope.com WEBSITE: www.walkforhope.com

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Suzy Beth Sarver, 919 Magazine Publisher, named 2013 March of Dimes Triangle Signature Chefs Auction Chair The Eastern Carolina Division of March of Dimes named accomplished media professional Suzy Beth Sarver as the 2013 Triangle Signature Chefs Auction Chair. Currently, Sarver is the Publisher of 919 Magazine, which distributes six unique communityoriented, full-color editions along the I-540 Corridor in North Raleigh, Morrisville and Wake Forest. While directing operations at the company, she also participates in several events and interacts daily with local businesses and organizations throughout the region. “As a mother of two healthy boys,

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I’m acutely aware of how important good prenatal care is and how we need to support North Carolina mothers and promote healthy pregnancies and healthy babies,” said Sarver, explaining her involvement with the March of Dimes event. “This is also a great opportunity to bring together our communities and the residents of the 919 area for a great cause and an outstanding event.” The 2013 Triangle

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Signature Chefs Auction will feature the culinary talents of the area’s finest local chefs and restaurants. Attendees will be able to sample signature dishes from 10 local chefs while bidding on

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unique and tempting silent and live auction packages, all to benefit the March of Dimes mission. The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The March of Dimes carries out this mission through programs of research, community services, education and advocacy. Prior to moving to North Carolina early in 2012, Sarver spent 15 years working in a variety of roles in broadcasting, publishing, advertising and other media – including management positions with Susco Media in San Diego. In addition, she served as executive producer and on-air host for “Homes 2TV”, a San Diego real estate-oriented television show. “We are so fortunate to have

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such a top-tier presence as Suzy serve as our Chair for the year’s diamond anniversary event,” said Catherine Heindselman, Director of the Eastern Carolina Division of March of Dimes. “She has graciously agreed to help support the March of Dimes, and subsequently, to help give babies a healthy start in life.” The Signature Chefs Auction is at the Washington Duke Inn Sunday, November 17 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, contact Patti Celestini at PCelestini@marchofdimes. com or 919-424-2169 – or

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connect with March of Dimes on Facebook at Facebook.com/ MarchOfDimesNorthCarolina. In 2013, the March of Dimes celebrates its 75th anniversary and its ongoing work to help babies get a healthy start in life. Early research led to the Salk and Sabin polio vaccines that all babies still receive. Other breakthroughs include new treatments for premature infants and children with birth defects. About 4 million babies are born each year in the United States, and all have benefited from March of Dimes lifesaving research and education.

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Trinity Academy Students Travel To Kenya to Support Local Family By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

Students, parents and a faculty member of Trinity Academy of Raleigh recently spent time in Kenya to support a local family and provide outreach and support. The primary focus of the “Tigers2Kenya” excursion was to visit and support Rich and Sarah Gessner and their children (Ted, Anna and Emily) who moved to Kijabe, Kenya, to work at the community hospital there operated by Africa Inland Mission. “Trinity Academy is very community oriented and the inspiration behind the trip was to

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extend our community to the Gessners to maintain a connection with them before they return to Raleigh in 2014,” said teacher Jonathan Horner, who participated in the trip. “Each family at our school is like a part of

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a larger extended family. Although I did not know the Gessners very well before heading to Kenya, I have come back with new friends and a deeper connection with all involved. We wanted to take part in

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their lives as best we could, but also • Facilitating a vacation to serve alongside of them and other Bible school for students organizations that they are a part of.” at the Nairobi Learning Center in the Kimetha Two mothers, a pastor, and 10 slum of Nairboi. students participated in the July excursion. While in Kenya, the group “I was greatly impacted to stayed in the homes of family friends see our students handle the of the Gessners in Kijabe. Later, In challenges of uncomfortable Nairobi, they stayed at the Methodist situations, extreme poverty, Guest House – and, during their and difficult service,” noted final two days, they stayed at Serena Horner, who added that the Hotel in the Amboseli Game Park. students worked on a number of fundraising projects to Among the group’s pay for their trip. “As a school, our activities while in Africa: primary purpose is to form the whole • Constructing a beehive aviary as a person and not simply fill his/her mind model for Kenyans to replicate and with facts. Being in challenging and potentially supplement their income. stretching situations that force us to • Visiting and engaging with rely on God helps all of us be formed children in the Rift Valley. in the image of Christ together.” • Preparing and serving food For more information on the outreach program to patients at Kijabe Hospital and Trinity Academy, visit www.trinityacademy. (and conducting prayers com or call 919.786.0114. The campus is located with them as well).

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Tickets Available for Fertility Foundation’s 5th Annual Gala Individual tickets and tables are still available for the Pay it Forward Fertility Foundation’s Annual Gala, planned for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27 at The Pavilions at The Angus Barn. The event – which raises funds for grants to assist infertility patients in affording costly procedures – will have a Denim & Diamonds theme. “This year, guests can relax about if they are wondering what to wear, since they can wear their favorite jeans,” said Brier Creek’s Lori Moscato, the foundation’s founder and chair, noting that tickets are $150 per person. “Ticket price includes entry to the event, auctions, cocktails and appetizers, a full sit-down dinner, drinks, and dancing at the end of the evening.” Moscato said the 2013 event is different than any other year, since

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it is the 5th Anniversary. “This year we will be featuring a wine wall, silent and live auctions, and surprise game that goes with our theme,” she said, adding that all monies donated to the foundation go directly to the foundation’s grant program. “This is a wonderful foundation that truly makes you feel good about giving. These patients have lost all hope in having a family. To bring hope to a patient is overwhelming, and then to follow them on their journey and be able to hold this miracle child is a feeling that is indescribable,” Moscato

said. “I encourage residents to come out to this one-time-a-year event; it will for sure be an enjoyable evening, and one they will never forget.” Sponsors for this year’s event include BluGnome, Diamonds Direct at Crabtree, Zylera Pharmaceuticals, and 919 Magazine. Seating is limited. Tickets can be purchased at www.payitforwardfertility.org. For more

Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation Annual Gala WHAT: Denim & Diamonds-Themed Event WHEN: 6:30 p.m., Sept. 27 WHERE: The Pavillions at The Angus Barn TICKETS: www.payitforwardfertility.com INFORMATION: info@payitforwardfertility.org

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New Book Chronicles 20-Year History of Leesville Road High School Order Now to Guarantee Delivery By the Holidays Did you graduate from North Raleigh’s Leesville Road High School? If yes — or if you know someone who did — we need your help. 919 Magazine is publishing a very special hard-bound book in 2013. Entitled “20 Years of Pride: A Photographic History of Leesville Road High School”, the book will include historic photos involving all aspects of the activities, events and student life at LRHS. This beautiful, coffee table-quality collector’s item is your chance to experience why so many people — young and old — have such Pride in the school — up close and personal. Filled with historic and current photographs of students, teachers, organizations, sports teams, friends and supporters of LRHS, this 128-

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page one-of-a-kind, limited-edition book is unique and destined to be a personal keepsake for generations. And for a short time, this special volume is available at a pre-sale discount. Buyers who act now can secure their very own personal copy at a special pre-publication discount — and save $10 off the regular retail price. For only $29.95, plus postage, handling and sales tax, you can have one of the limited number of these books made available to North Raleigh residents. Plus, the book makes a great Christmas gift, and by ordering today — you can ensure deliver direct to your home before the holidays. To order this special photographic history chronicling the first 20 years of Leesville Road High School, simply visit www.LRHSPrideBook.com and enter your information. Or, for those who prefer, call 919-747-8791 to order

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or get additional information. But please don’t delay; ordering your book today prevents you from missing out on this one-time opportunity to have your very own copy of this superb chronicle of a North Raleigh institution. Show your pride; visit www.LRHSPrideBook.com today and order your own copy — and copies for friends and family.

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Crown Trophy Hosts Community Event at New Creedmoor Location Crown Trophy & Awards of Raleigh is relocating to 7330 Creedmoor Road, and to celebrate the move and its expanded showroom, owners Bob and Pamela Falkenbach invite the public to come out and celebrate. The outdoor event is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the new Stonehenge Market location, just south of the Harris Teeter grocery store. Crown Trophy will distribute free tote bags to attendees, free hot dogs and free drinks. Attendees can also register to win a variety of free prizes.

High School are also expected to attend. 919 Magazine staff members will be on hand offering free photo scanning for the commemorative “20 years of Leesville” book project. Local residents are encouraged to bring their historic photographs of events and people at Leesville Road High School for instant scanning services and be a permanent part of history. Local residents can also order the new book at a $10 discount at the event.

Other participants at the special event include Gigi’s Cupcakes of Brier Creek, Stevens Prep Academy and Pop Warner’s All youths attending and North Raleigh Bulldogs. Representatives wearing sports jerseys or athletic from Leesville Road High School’s team uniforms also will receive a 00123_safe_haven_5k_ad_7.38x4.75_FINAL.pdf 1 8/16/13 1:31 PM Pride Athletic Club and Sanderson free gift from 919 Magazine.

Crown Trophy & Awards of Raleigh offers a variety of trophies, medals, plaques, crystal awards, sculptures, engraving, acrylics, advertising specialty items, banners, signs and more. Crown Trophy can be reached at 919-878-6565 or crownraleigh@ gmail.com. For more information, visit www.crowntrophy.com/store-148. Other special guests and attractions are expected at the event, so check the 919 Magazine Facebook page throughout September for

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Crowds gathered for North Raleigh’s premier 4th of July fireworks display at Brier Creek Commons. Photos by Reflections by Cathy Foreman

Stage Door Dance Productions’ annual Summer Intensive attracted students from throughout the area last summer to train with special guest artists from several facets of the dance industry. For information on future events, call 919720-3036 or visit www.stagedoordance.com. 919 Magazine LV

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A colorful sunset in North Carolina’s Triangle area; share their favorite sunset photographs with 919 Magazine readers at info@919Magazine.com Happy customers at Sunset Slush grand opening event in Leesville

Little Lyla Grace, a Leesville resident

A view of Big Lake at Umstead State Park

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Residents turned out in August for a “Community Block Party” — part of the 30th Annual National Night Out nationwide event — at Pinecrest Pointe Shopping Center in Leesville. The event public featured food, free samples, raffles, special prizes, music, a Safe Kids information booth and more. Raleigh Police Department — including McGruff the Crime Dog — and Raleigh Fire Department (with a ladder truck) were also on hand.

A crowd gathers for lunch at the Flying Burrito at 4800 Grove Barton Road in North Raleigh

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Restoring Quality of Life, One Smile at a Time Dr. Phillip McIver Dedicated to Quality Oral Care Brier Creek Center for Implant and Oral Surgery cares for patients with cutting edge and compassionate comprehensive oral surgery services. With a mission to “restore quality of life, one smile at a time,” Dr. McIver is dedicated to his work as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon while upholding Christian values. “A smile is a gift, something so simple, free, yet powerful and beneficial to the giver – as well as the receiver,” he said. “The many services we offer within the scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery give us the opportunity to truly restore quality of life to individuals.” Dr. McIver settled on establishing his practice in Brier Creek by way of Alabama, California, and New York. “As a family, we moved to Brier Creek in 2007 and had the best year of our lives,” said Dr. McIver. “The convenience, the newness of it all was perfect.” Throughout his career in North Carolina, Dr. McIver managed the oral surgery services of over seven satellite offices and owned two oral surgery practices. Now, at the Brier Creek Center for Implant and Oral Surgery, Dr. McIver considers it a rewarding privilege to improve the overall health of his patients through services including: • Wisdom tooth removal, extraction of decayed 32

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After Back-to-Back Cap 8 Titles, Can LRHS Repeat with Highly Recognized Braxton Berrios?

Coach Chad Smothers led Leesville Road High School to a 12-1 record last year and the team’s second consecutive title in the highly competitive Cap 8 Conference, but can a young Pride team do it again? Certainly the team has the opportunity, with nationally recognized and highly recruited senior Braxton Berrios in the mix. But, according to Smothers, it will take work to get there. “We need to bring out the best in each other,” he stressed. “We want the players to develop team chemistry where they feed off of one another and hold one another accountable.” Smothers expands on those thoughts and offers more insight into the upcoming season for 919 Magazine readers.

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Head Coach, Chad Smothers

A Conversation with Chad Smothers, Head Football Coach at Leesville High School What are your goals for this year’s Leesville Road High School football team? We need to be player driven, and rely on each other. We need to bring out the best in each other. We want the players to develop a team chemistry where they feed off of one another and hold one another accountable and responsible for their actions. We have a very young team and it is their turn to step up.

What is the LRHS team’s biggest challenge this season? Our biggest challenge is replacing seven offensive and seven defensive starters. We only have four returning experienced players this year. The Pride had a great regular season last year, but lost in the third round of the playoffs Braxton Berrios and Caitlyn Greene

Any specific approach with this year’s team to push them to the next level?

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We must work hard each week and prepare for each opponent with focus. We must stay healthy and reserve players will have to step up

when needed to supply the team with depth.

What is your best memory about last year’s season and team?

LRHS Football Team Profile MASCOT: Pride (Leo the Lion) COLORS: Kelly Green and Navy STADIUM: Marshall Hamilton Stadium 8409 Leesville Road Est. Capacity: 2,500 HEAD COACH: Chad Smothers LAST YEAR’S RECORD: 12-1 LAST YEAR’S PLAYOFFS: 2-1 PRACTICE BEGAN: Aug. 1 FIRST GAME: Aug. 23 at Jordan RETURNING STARTERS (OFF): 4 RETURNING STARTERS (DEF): 4 LEAGUE: Cap 8 SPIRIT GROUP: Leesville Loonies BOOSTER CLUB CONTACT: Pride Athletic Club Jay Vick, President www.leesvilleathletics.com

LRHS Football Coaching Staff Chad Smothers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Coach Jeremy Fullbright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Offensive Coordinator Guy Civitello. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Coordinator Richard Schock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Offensive Line Elrod Morris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Line Dave Pyper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head JV Coach Blake Cooper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JV Linebackers Will Sumrell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JV Assistant DJ Hess. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Football Operations

LRHS Varsity Head Coach Chad Smothers Profile YEARS IN POSITION: 2 YEARS IN COACHING: 21 RECORD AT LRHS: 12-1 OTHER LRHS RESPONSIBILITIES: Weight Training Teacher PREVIOUS COACHING POSITIONS: Reidsville High (Football) Rockingham Co. High (Football, Baseball) Havelock High (Football, Baseball) East Wake High (Football, Baseball) Leesville Road High (Football, Baseball , 7 yrs) EDUCATION: MS (Physical Education), NC A&T; BS, Appalachian St.; AS, Chowan College RESIDENCE: Raleigh HOMETOWN: Reidsville NC INTERESTS: Water sports

The Middle Creek game (second round of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association 4AA playoffs) was a great example of players refusing to lose and battling a great football team right down to the last play of the game. This was a monumental game because our kids fought the entire game and they kept responding to the other team. Ultimately, we were down four points when we ended up scoring with about a minute left on the clock –winning the game 37-30.

For the second consecutive year, LRHS is looking to replace a graduating quarterback; what

We must work hard each week and prepare for each opponent with focus. CHAD SMOTHERS

are the plans for the position this year? We have three young men competing for the job at this time.

Senior Braxton Berrios is getting national attention; how does he compare to other

Abby Noga, Caitlyn Greene & Noaam Zahavi

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players you’ve coached over the years? Braxton is a very gifted player. His ability to see plays develop separates him from some very good players who have lots of talent, but are just starting to develop the instincts Braxton has.

We have a very young team and it is their turn to step up. CHAD SMOTHERS

Do you expect opponents to key on Berrios this year, and how will you utilize him to

In the past, LRHS has utilized Berrios in

counter this emphasis by other teams?

a number of positions; do you anticipate

We try to focus on ourselves. If teams focus too much on Braxton, we hope it will open up opportunities for other players to make plays.

that strategy continuing this season? We will have to wait and see. We will do whatever we think gives us the best chance to win.

Berrios is highly recruited by Division 1 colleges; what advice have you provided him on selecting a school and approach the upcoming season? On a day when it is raining, you overslept, your car won’t start, you have to walk three miles to class, and your coach has you in his doghouse – and you can still say, “I still love this 919 Magazine LV

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school”… then that is the school he should pick.

to contribute this season?

Who are you expecting to lead the LRHS team this season? Berrios (quarterback, wide receiver, free safety), Malcolm Hitchcock (running back, outside linebacker), Brock Pyper (outside linebacker, wide receiver), Chris Pendergraft (offensive line), Alex Butler (offensive line).

What newcomers are you expecting

Spencer Eason-Riddle, who missed last season with an injury (tight end, linebacker), Elisah Richardson (wide receiver, defensive back), Max Reconnu (linebacker) , Connor Eller (free safety, wide receiver).

What is the Pride’s offensive philosophy this year? We will utilize the spread flex bone offense, which is a combination of a power running game and options.

What is the Pride’s defensive philosophy this year?

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LRHS 2013 Football Schedule Aug. 23

@Jordan

7 pm

Aug. 30

Apex

7 pm

Sep. 6 Bye

Oct. 11

Sanderson *

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Oct. 18

@Enloe

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Sep. 13

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Wake Forest

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Sep. 20

Panther Creek

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We will have a 3-5-3 “attacking defense” configuration.

What techniques do you utilize to motivate your team and be successful? We talk often about the former players – such as Zach Green and Thomas Wilson – who have paved the road for the current team. Current players have a duty to continue the tradition. Our young players will need to step up and do their part to continue to uphold the great reputation of Leesville Road High School football.

Malcolm Hitchcock

Can you evaluate your current LRHS football coaching staff and how it

Cap 8 Conference will be as balanced as it has ever been in my nine years at Leesville. I believe it will be a dogfight for everyone each Friday night.

Brock Pyper

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produces consistent success? The coaches currently at Leesville, and the several who have left to become head coaches at other schools, are dedicated professionals. They spend countless hours working to make us a better football program. They care deeply about the community, the school and the kids.

Alex Butler

You’ve coached at LRHS for several years; how do you motivate yourself for a new season?

Chris Pendergraft

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North Carolina State Fair DATES: THEME: LOCATION: ADMISSION: RIDES: YEAR STARTED: WEBSITE:

Oct. 17-27 North Carolina’s Homecoming North Carolina State Fairgrounds Adults, $7; Children, $3 (advance); Under age 3, over age 65 – free 18-ticket ride sheet, $10 (advance) 1853 www.ncstatefair.org

North Carolina State Fair Concert Series tickets are necessary to attend performances (plus admission to the fair), available at www.ncstatefair.org. Oct. 17. . . . . . . . . Sister Hazel ($5) Oct. 18. . . . . . . . . Francesca Battistelli, Building 429 ($10) Oct. 19. . . . . . . . . Joe Nichols ($10) Oct. 20. . . . . . . . . Florida Georgia Line ($10) Oct. 21. . . . . . . . . Scotty McCreery ($25) Oct. 22. . . . . . . . . Scotty McCreery ($25) Oct. 23. . . . . . . . . Dailey and Vincent ($5) Oct. 24. . . . . . . . . Who’s Bad ($5) Oct. 25. . . . . . . . . MercyMe ($15) Oct. 26. . . . . . . . . Randy Houser ($10) Oct. 27. . . . . . . . . Eli Young Band ($15)

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Special Event:

The Great American Spam Championship Cookoff 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 First Prize: $150

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Best Quote: ‘Are you hungry yet?’ SARAH RAY, NC State Fair FAIR 2013 • OCTOBER 17 - 27 NORTH CAROLINA’S HOMECOMING • STATE

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Who Showed Up:

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Dates to Know:

1853 – First Year of Fair 1884 – Electricity Available 1891 – First Midway Ride 1916 – First Ham Biscuit Served 1954 – First TV Telecast

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By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

Where else can you visit a Vegetable Petting Zoo, choose from among 100 carnival rides to enjoy, and chow down on a Krispy Kreme cheeseburger? It’s time again for the North Carolina State Fair in Raleigh, where as many as a million visitors will enjoy the bright lights, the exhibits, the vendors, the music, and – of course – the celebration of the state’s agriculture. “One hundred and sixty years ago, we began showcasing the best of North Carolina agriculture at the state fair and we’ve been following that mission ever since,” said Sarah Ray, NC State Fair Public Information Officer. “Whether you are interested in flowers, horses, forestry, crops or livestock, we’ve got you covered. Ever wanted to pet a vegetable? Then check out our Vegetable Petting Zoo in the Expo Center, where we teach kids the differences between

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Important Fair Visitors:

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the fruits and vegetables they see on their dinner table.” The event, which began in 1853, offers several new attractions this year, including the Gantry Bike, an 18-foot high, moving machine that showcases aerialists, acrobats and contortionists while strolling the grounds; the Agriculture Today exhibit, featuring a 10-ft. soybean waterfall; and, of course, all kinds of new foods for sale throughout the grounds. North Carolina State Fair hosts the largest fair midway in North America – and includes a wide variety of foods, from deep fired Girl Scout cookies and candy bars, to ham biscuits, roasted corn, funnel cakes, North Carolina ice cream and much more. “Are you hungry yet,” Ray said. Filled with so much to do, it’s difficult to list everything available to see and do at the fair – but among the highlights: • Flower and Garden Show: An oasis on the fairgrounds, the show features winding pathways through beautiful gardens grown by local organizations. More than 90 demonstrations will take place, including experts on pumpkin carving, flower arranging and proper plant care. • Heritage Circle: From the crew maintaining the tobacco barn during the fair to the craftsmen demonstrating their traditional methods of woodcarving, blacksmithing and chair-building, this presentation

allows visitors to enjoy the taste of homemade ice cream, apple cider or a hush puppies from the Old Grist Mill as they listen to engaging stories or the sweet melodies from the Bluegrass Stage. • NC Agriculture Exhibit: An exhibit is full of locally grown and locally produced food products on display with free samples, goods for purchase and plenty of prizes. More than 20 local vendors will participate in the exhibit throughout the course of the fair. Plus, visitors can enjoy plenty of free music – plus the State Fair concert series performances; an antique farm machinery display, the State Fair Ark livestock exhibit, with more than 60 animals on display; the Folk Festival; nightly fireworks; racing pigs; ventriloquists; hypnotists; magicians; tractor pulls, stunt shows; demolition derbies; lots of vendors; plenty of exhibits and competitions, from foods to quilts, and photography to canned goods; and all kinds of surprises and numerous other activities. North Carolina State Fair is Oct. 17-27; for more information visit www.ncstatefair.org.

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919 ›› COMMUNITY USO ‘Salute to Freedom Gala’ Set for Oct. 19

5K Run for Healthier Babies Sept. 29 The 5K Run for Healthier Babies to benefit the March of Dimes begins at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, at 5200 Paramount Parkway in Morrisville. The event includes both the competitive 5K race, as well as a onemile Fun Run/Walk — and offers a variety of family-focused activities, as well as local and corporate vendors. Prizes are offered in all age groups, plus cash prizes to the top three male and female overall winners. Registration fee for the 5K is $20 ($25 after Sept. 14), and $10 for the Fun Run/Walk. In addition, all 5K participants are eligible to win a Lenovo IdeaPad. Event registration begins at 7:30 a.m. The Fun Run/Walk begins at 10:30 a.m. Pre-Registration packet and T-shirt pick-up is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. at Omega Sports, 3025 Market Center Drive in Morrisville.

The USO of North Carolina’s 9th Annual Salute to Freedom Gala is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex. Sponsorship opportunities and table sales are now available for this unforgettable evening honoring military heroes of North Carolina. A number of special guests are anticipated for the black tie (or military dress) affair, which begins with a cocktail reception, followed by the opening ceremony and dinner, followed by the program. For information, call 919-840-2943, email cinggs@uso-nc.org or visit www.uso-nc.org. The Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Complex

For information, contact Jill Kuhn at JKuhn@marchofdimes.com or 919-4242161. Visit www.marchofdimes.com/northcarolina/events_9589.html to register.

Trinity Academy Wins Award at Institute Regit, the yearbook at Trinity Academy of Raleigh, won the “Yearbook of Distinction” overall award at the recent North Carolina Scholastic Media Association (NCSMA) Summer Institute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The 2013 Regit, with the theme “Blown Away”, was also recognized in all eight of the individual categories of yearbook critiquing as follows: “All North Carolina” (first place) in the category of theme development, “Distinction” (second place) in the

categories of copy, headlines, captions, coverage, design, and photography, and “Honor” (third place) in the category of reader services. High school journalism student and teachers from across the state participated. Trinity Academy of Raleigh is located at 10224 Baileywick Road. For information, call 919-786-0114 or visit www.trinityacademy.com.

Sara Phillips Leads Sycamore Creek PTA Sara Phillips is the president of Sycamore Creek Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association. Other PTA officers include Amy Clifford, VP Membership; Heidi Hobler, VP Fundraising; Diane Rupert, VP Communications; Stacy Orro, VP Faculty Appreciation; Jennifer Ostling, VP Hospitality; Angie Schultz, Treasurer; and JT Davenport, Secretary. For more information or to join the organization, visit www.scespta.com

Wine 101 Opens on Duraleigh Road

Blessing of the Animals Set for Oct. 5

Wine 101 – a new wine and beer store – opened recently at 5910 Duraleigh Road in North Raleigh. “We were looking for an opportunity to expand into the Raleigh market and this space came available at the right time,” said Joseph O’Keefe, who also owns Wine 101 in Wake Forest. The 2,660 sq. ft. store – open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday to Thursdays, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday – includes roughly 500 wines and 200 craft beers, and also offers wine by the glass and eight craft beers on tap. Located just off Glenwood Avenue, Wine 101 also hosts a Food Truck Friday once a month and a variety of wine events. For more information, call 919-426-4042 or visit www.wine101nc.com/raleigh.

The Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi plans its annual Blessing of the Animals at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 11401 Leesville Road in North Raleigh. All people and pets are welcome, but please have pets Scene from 2012 “Blessing” event restrained on a short leash or in a crate. After a short prayer service, priests will bless each pet in attendance. For more information on the event, contact Maureen Leahy at 919-847-8205, ext. 239, or visit www.stfrancisraleigh.org.

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919 ‹‹ COMMUNITY Sunset Slush Re-opens Leesville Location with Grand Opening Event

Register to Participate in Annual Walk for Hope Registration is under way for the 25th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope 5K and 10K, scheduled for Oct. 13 through Umstead State Park, beginning and ending at The Angus Barn on Glenwood Avenue. The event – which raises funds to support the research and treatment of mental illness – also includes the Run for Hope, a USA Track & Field certified 5K and 10K.

UNC-Chapel Hill, totaling more than $3.8 million. These local grants have leveraged more than $100 million in federal grants.

Sunset Slush has returned to North Raleigh, recently celebrating with a grand opening at 9101 Leesville Road, Suite 121. Featuring more than 24 flavors of premium Italian ice made from real fruit, fresh-made cookies and hand-scooped ice cream from North Carolina, Sun Slush’s event included in-store specials, MADD Science demonstrations, face painting, balloon art, and prizes.

To compete or just enjoy a stroll, register at www.walkforhope.com. On-site registration also is available at the event. Additional information is also available at the website, or by calling 919-781-9255. The Angus Barn is located at 9401 Glenwood Ave.

Sunset Slush’s Leesville location is designed as a family-friendly hangout – and also includes a party room for birthday celebrations and special events.

No tickets are necessary; however, participants are asked to raise a minimum of $60 for adults and $30 for children 12 and under and fulltime students. The runs begin at 8 a.m., followed by the walks at 10 a.m.

Located in the Pinecrest Pointe Shopping Center, Sunset Slush is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 12 noon to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Call 919-803-5029 for information.

The event raises money for the Foundation of Hope for Research and Treatment of Mental Illness, which has awarded more than 135 scientific research grants at

Pursuit of More Addictions Conference Scheduled Oct. 4-5 in North Raleigh

Kelly McDonald Leads Leesville Road Elementary School PTA

The Pursuit of More Addictions Conference returns for its third year on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 4-5 at the Open Door Baptist Church in Raleigh. This year’s event theme is “Anger & Addiction” and features some of the top Christian speakers in the Triangle area, including Danny Akin, Stephen Davey, Sam Williams, Robert Jones, Brad Hambrick and others. Registration opens at 1 p.m. on Oct. 4, with sessions in the afternoon and evening. On Oct. 5, sessions begin at 9:30 a.m. and continue until 3:30 p.m. Open Door Baptist Church is located at 9801 Durant Road. Hosted by Converting Hearts Ministries, cost of the conference is $35. To register or to get more information, visit www.pursuitofmore.com.

Kelly McDonald is the new president of the Leesville Road Elementary School Parent Teacher Association. Other PTA officers include: •

Tina Saib, executive vice president

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Amy Brown, secretary

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Kristi Sergent, treasurer

For more information or to join the organization, visit www.les.wcpss.net/pta.

For more information on Converting Hearts Ministries, located at 240 Newton Road, Suite 106, in Raleigh, call 919-322-2171 or visit www.convertinghearts.org.

Fall Arts Festival Sept. 7 in North Raleigh All ages can get a free insider’s look at the Sertoma Arts Center’s Fall Arts Festival, set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday, Sept. 7. Attendees can enjoy demonstrations, try out class samplers, and tour the center’s studios. In addition, teaching artists will be available to discuss their creative processes, class 919 Magazine LV

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offerings, and local projects. A special Gallery Marketplace is a part of the festival, featuring original artwork from instructors and other local artists – plus food vendors, art activities and more. Sertoma Arts Center is located at 1400 W. Millbrook Road in North Raleigh. For information, call 919-4202329 or visit www.raleighnc.gov. www.919Magazine.com

919 ›› COMMUNITY Swimming Programs Available in North Raleigh Swimming programs and lessons for North Raleigh residents are available through December at three pools in the region. Millbrook Pool, Optimist Pool and Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center all offer a variety of activities through December for all ages and levels, including children as young as six months. Fees vary, as do times and days of the week. Millbrook Exchange Park swimming pool is located at 1905 Spring Forest Road. Optimist Pool is at 5902 Whittier Drive. The Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center is at 5908 Buffaloe Road. For specific information contact Millbrook Pool at 919-872-4130; Optimist Pool at 919-870-2882; and Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center at 919-996-6836; or visit www.raleighnc.gov.

Children’s Orchestra Program Begins Sept. 12 North Raleigh youths with at least six months instrument experience have the opportunity to participate in a special event this fall: The Raleigh Children’s Orchestra. Open to ages 6 to 13, the RCO is a multi-level string program – from Sept. 12 to Nov. 21 – that provides a rare opportunity for young players to rehearse and perform in an orchestra setting. Participants will learn pieces of music, culminating in a performance for friends and family. Students must provide their own instruments and music stand. Fee for the program is $100, and sessions are on Thursdays, 5:50 p.m. to 7 p.m. (with no class on Oct. 31) at the Sertoma Arts Center – located at 1400 W. Millbrook Road in North Raleigh. For information, call 919-420-2329 or visit www.raleighnc.gov.

Dr. Jim Merrill Takes Helm at WCPSS Dr. Jim Merrill arrived Aug. 1 as the new superintendent at Wake County Public School System. Merrill served as superintendent of the Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS), the third largest school division in Virginia, since 2006. Prior to his service in Virginia Beach, Merrill served six years as superintendent of the Alamance-Burlington School System; and previously, he spent 16 years at WCPSS — last serving as Associate Superintendent for Administration and Finance. He began his career in 1973 as an English teacher.

A Morehead Scholar at UNC-Chapel Hill, Merrill earned a bachelor’s degree in secondary English. He received his master’s degree in education administration from Appalachian State University and his doctorate from UNC-Greensboro. Merrill becomes the 9th superintendent of WCPSS since the merger of the city and county school systems in 1976.

Merrill has earned numerous accolades and awards, including the 2005 North Carolina Superintendent of the Year award and the 2013 Virginia Superintendent of the Year honor. He has also been elected to the Executive Committee of the Governing Board of the American Association of School Administrators. The UNC-Greensboro School of Education awarded him the Outstanding Achievement Award and the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Education honored him with its Distinguished Leadership Award.

Short Takes Ari Cohen is the new Principal at Leesville Road Elementary School…Leesville Road High School football standout senior Braxton Berrios placed fifth in The Opening, a national competition involving thousands of high school players nationwide and televised on ESPNU network. Held in Oregon during the summer, the “combine” involved various running and agility events… Carson Ellerby, a senior at LRHS, participated in the American legion Tar Heels Boys State program at Catawba College in Salisbury this past summer. The one-week program is a hands-on experience in

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government leadership and public responsibility… Triangle Rock Club of Morrisville is expanding into North Raleigh, with a 13,000 sq. ft. space at 6022 Duraleigh Road. Expansion at the Morrisville location still is planned, and a third location in Durham or Chapel Hill is under consideration… American Towers LLC proposes a 175 ft. monopole telecommunications tower at 12117 Strickland Road in North Raleigh. The plan calls for a 100 ft. by 100 ft. lease area along with a 30 ft. buffer area…Ashleigh Miles recently earned the Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouts. A senior at September | October 2013

Leesville Road High, she is a member of Troop 1574 led by Emily McMillan…North Carolina Prep Football News pre-season preview had Leesville Road High’s football team ranked as 21st in the state…Wake County Manager David Cooke plans to retire in November. He has held his position for 13 years…The new Harris Teeter grocery store at the new Creedmoor Village shopping center at Old Creedmoor Road and Durham Highway was expected to open in late August…

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A Family Friendly Place to Hang Out, Enjoy and Celebrate

Sunset Slush Features Delicious Italian Ice, Hand-Dipped Ice Cream and More With more than 25 flavors and 30 combinations of delicious and nutritious super-premium Italian ice, Sunset Slush North Raleigh in Pinecrest Pointe Shopping Center strives to be the best – serving only the finest and most flavorful products. “The first choice is the best choice, and being the best choice is what we pledge to work hard at every day,” said Emily McCormick, who owns the North Raleigh business with her husband, Gary. Sunset Slush is known for its unique flavor and texture and is affectionately called “designer ice” for its smooth, nutritious, thirst-quenching, dairy-free, low calorie, cholesterol-free, gluten-free, and refreshing taste. Some may be surprised

The true goal in mind is to provide a fun, unique place for our customers to meet and enjoy great-tasting Italian ice; and, equally as important, to be a business with a greater purpose. EMILY McCORMICK

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to know that Italian ice is a frozen dessert made utilizing the same process as ice cream, mixing ingredients and pouring them into a batch freezer. Natural stabilizers provide the creamy meltdown and smooth texture, while preventing ice crystallization and coarseness. So, unlike shaved ice, Italian ice texture is compared to that of a sherbet or sorbet. And, with a desire to create a family friendly place where people can hang out, enjoy, and celebrate, the McCormicks and their enthusiastic hard working staff offer special and private events including moms and tots playtime; TV programming for children and internet access for teens and adults; and “Happy Hour” for seniors with 50% off any purchase between 2 p.m. and 5

Sunset Slush North Raleigh MENU: Italian ice, ice cream, gelati, cookies, infusions, and more to come OWNERS: Emily and Gary McCormick YEAR OPENED: 2011 ADDRESS: 9101 Leesville Road, Suite 121 WEBSITE: www.sunsetslushnraleigh.com EMAIL: info@sunsetslushnorthraleigh.com PHONE: 919-803-5029 FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/SunsetSlushNRaleigh TWITTER: www.twitter.com/SunsetSlushNRal HOURS: 11 am-9 pm, Mon-Thu; 11 am-10 pm, Fri-Sat; 12 pm-8 pm, Sun 919 Magazine LV

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p.m. In addition, Monday nights from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. are all about the kids, with face painting, balloon animals, games, raffles, and free Marco’s pizza (for kids only). A party room for themed birthday parties and special functions — such as “Ladies Night Out” — is also available. Committed to the communities it serves, Sunset Slush is devoted to creating meaningful change through philanthropic efforts, associate volunteerism, community development activities, and supporting arts and culture and environmental initiatives. As a proud national sponsor of the Forget Me Not Project and The Goodness Foundation, Sunset Slush North Raleigh is helping raise awareness, affect public policy, and support funding for Alzheimer’s disease. “The true goal in mind is to provide a fun, unique place for our customers to meet and enjoy great-tasting Italian ice; and, equally as important, to be a business with a greater purpose,” said McCormick. Sunset Slush North Raleigh is located at 9101 Leesville Road, Suite 121, Raleigh. For more information, call 919-803-5029, email info@sunsetslushnorthraleigh.com, www.919Magazine.com

919 ›› HOMEWORK

One Woman’s Battle with Recurring Breast Cancer Although October is designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, NBCAM is dedicated to raising awareness and educating individuals about breast

cancer throughout the year. Since its inception more than 25 years ago, NBCAM has been at the forefront of promoting awareness of breast cancer issues and has

evolved along with the national dialogue on breast cancer. In this issue, Cheryl Bipes, a local resident, gives her first person experience of recurring breast cancer.

By CHERYL BIPES Special to 919 Magazine

I was an 11-year breast cancer survivor…once. It was always a time of celebrating each year, as I recalled my experience and thanked God for another year of being cancer-free. My breast cancer journey began in January 2001. I had gone in for my annual mammogram and was unsuspecting of any issues. I received a call from my doctor that my mammogram showed something suspicious and they wanted to perform another, more diagnostic mammogram. The results confirmed that there was indeed something in my left breast and I needed a surgical biopsy. Obviously, the news took me by surprise; and all the information presented to me by the surgeon was overwhelming. I was faced with the choice of having a lumpectomy or a mastectomy. I was told I might need chemotherapy, depending on if the mass was cancerous or if it had spread. If I chose to have a lumpectomy, I would need radiation treatments. There were so many choices and decisions to be made, but after the “C” word, it was pretty much all a blur. I decided to have the lumpectomy and underwent surgery on Jan. 31, 2001. The

surgeon contacted me with the results and said it was indeed cancerous and I would have to have further surgery to remove and test my lymph nodes. After surgery, the surgeon called with the results: The cancer had spread to three of the 18 lymph nodes removed and I would need chemotherapy, as well as radiation. I underwent eight rounds of chemo (once every three weeks) over six months’ time, followed by seven weeks of radiation. Encouragement and support from family and friends — and especially my faith — had brought my family through this challenging time. It was strange and even made me feel a bit insecure when my oncologist visits got fewer and farther between and I was finally “released” from his care in 2008. I had made it successfully through seven years of being cancer-free.

But in February 2012, I was in a car accident, and treated at Cary WakeMed Hospital ER and released. I began some physical therapy because of some back pain I was experiencing; but instead of getting better, the pain seemed to be getting worse. During subsequent examinations, I learned my breast cancer had metastasized in several areas of my bones. You could have knocked me over with a feather. During subsequent examination, I was informed my cancer had spread, it was now considered Stage 4 breast cancer, and there was no cure. But he was encouraging, noting that there were many new drugs available (and I have been on one since that day, which my body has responded to very well). While the auto accident was unfortunate and caused me pain and our car needing repairs, I am thankful that

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it led me to discover the cancer before it spread any further. The radiation relieved my back pain and I danced at my sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wedding! I learned that I would be a grandmother, and that my other son will be married in October. Again, I danced. On March 16, 2013, my precious granddaughter, Olivia Grace, made her entrance into the world and my heart. She is the best medicine anyone could prescribe for my heart and my outlook on life. I also enjoy participating in water aerobics three times a week at Rex Wellness Center. It feels great and I know it is helping to keep my body

stronger for what lies ahead. When the oral medications become no longer effective, I will again face chemotherapy. There are days when fear of what my future may look like creeps into my thoughts. Receiving the news of the spreading cancer felt much like receiving my death sentence. But only God knows the plans He has for my life. I could be hit by a bus, or the cure for cancer could be discovered. I am glad I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what the future brings, because each day is a gift and a blessing and I thank God for giving me life each day.

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Early Childhood Program Grooming Future Teachers By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer

These young people are our future educators and my job is to help invest in their bright futures.

Leesville Road High School has many unique classes and programs, among them being the Early Childhood Education curriculums – designed to prepare students to work with young children in early SHARON UNDERWOOD education and childcare settings. LRHS teacher “LRHS started the program about eight years ago when former As part of their training and Principal Dr. Stephen Gainey asked requirements the students participate now-retired teacher, Cathy Allen, to in a work-based internship program. start the program at the campus,” said “Our students do classroom work part Sharon Underwood, CTE/FACS of the week, working on educational teacher. “Since I had some earlier curriculum designed by the state, experience directing a childcare learning about children and state laws center in Washington, DC, the school governing early childhood education, administration encouraged me to teach and making lesson plans,” Underwood it upon her retirement, and I have really said. “Plus, this past year, my students enjoyed leading it for the past four years.” worked with the six kindergarten

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classes at Leesville Road Elementary School, Little Pros and Kindercare.” Underwood said students are assigned to a classroom to work as an intern, assisting the teacher, and presenting lesson plans. “Very quickly, they simply fall in love with the children,” she said. “They learn so much more about children from this hands-on learning than reading about how to work with them from a book.” Teachers working with the students are positive about the program. “My intern, Carlee Towns, was always prepared with her lessons and had great balance between fun and academic learning,” said LRES Teacher of the Year Krista Chern. “Our students’ knowledge of sign words was greater than any other year and I attribute that to Carlee’s work with the children. She is well on

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her way to being an amazing teacher.” Leesville Road High offers the program each spring semester, with honors students – who must also complete a professional portfolio – receiving a certificate allowing them to work as a lead daycare teacher in North Carolina. And Underwood

has no doubts about the benefits. “I love watching my students grow in confidence as they work with the children under the direction of wonderful mentors and role models that their teachers provide. They learn first hand what is it like to manage a classroom, teach while dealing with

any behavior issue and the amount of work and care it takes to do this job,” she said. “These young people are our future educators and my job is to help invest in their bright futures. I am one lucky teacher to have the opportunity to work with these energetic, bright and enthusiastic young people.”

2012-2013 LRHS Early Childhood Education Class Students (Left to Right) Front Row: Chasidie Glover, Toni Morgan, Carlee Towns, Kati Stammen, Hannah Mathis, Shannon Kearney Back Row: Mrs. Sharon Underwood, Teacher, Jessica Yates, Sterling Shelly, Sydney Kohn, Kennedy Johnson, Tess Joyner, Laura Barker, Dajha Houston Not pictured: Jawaun Johnson Photo Courtesy of Kailei Trippi

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Task Force Strives for Safety Near Leesville Schools It all started out of concern about the safety of Leesville Road High School students walking or biking to the campus. Now, it’s become the Leesville Community Safety Task Force (LCSTF), a new initiative at the North Raleigh school with the specific missions of creating safer pedestrian and bike routes in the Leesville community and bringing a better safety infrastructure to the area. Carmen Dail is coordinating the task force. “We are trying to raise awareness of our cyclists and pedestrians in the area and help provide safety training for them and our drivers in the community,” Dail said. “We are applying for a Safe Route to School grant through the City of Raleigh to help with the infrastructure of the area as well as the education of the community.”

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Among the group’s first efforts was sponsoring a Back to School Safety Day in August, featuring a bike rodeo, pedestrian safety talks, food trucks, games and much more. It was designed to improve students’ and parents’ awareness of safety during their travel to and from the campus. Among the LCSTF’s other areas of emphasis (the result of community meetings at LRHS for more than six months): • Clearer and safer crossing for pedestrians at Pride Way and O’Neal Road; • Crosswalks and cross lights at Leesville Road and O’Neal Road (and sidewalks needed on Springdale community side in order for city to install crosswalks and lights);

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• Crossing assistance at Country Trail, Tylerton Road and Leesville Road; • Finished sidewalks on Country Trail; • Crosswalks to make it safer to get to the library from the school side of Country Trail; • Better signage on Leesville Road indicating where schools are located; • Crossing assistance at Country Trail and Pinecrest Road; • Safety assistance at Leesville Road and Fairbanks Road. So far, LCSTF lists several accomplishments – in addition to the Back to School Safety Day in August: • Applying for a “Safe Route to School” federal grant with the City of Raleigh Bicycle and Pedestrian division.

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• Bringing attention to allow the naming of the road in front of the three schools (LRHS, Leesville Road Middle School, and Leesville Road Elementary School) as “Pride Way”. This was important as it allows people and emergency vehicles to find the schools with more ease. The schools are expected to begin using the new address beginning this fall. • Pushing to have the crosswalks at both ends of Pride Way repainted. • Encouraging a change to the LRMS release time back to its original 3 p.m. release for 201314 school year. This allows for more time between LRMS and LES release, which is considered safer release for both schools. • Bringing attention to having crosswalks installed at Pinecrest Road and Country Trail.

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Leesville schools – assisted the group in its efforts. WCPSS Facilities, Safety, Risk Management departments also were involved. For more information on the task force and its

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919 ›› FOOD BREAK

Harrington Grove Resident Enjoys Quick and Easy, Healthy Soup Dish Leesville area resident Rebecca Budd loves her Southwest Chicken Vegetable Soup with Hominy because it is healthy and has plenty of vegetables.

“Sometimes, it becomes our ‘garbage soup’ as we use any vegetables that are leftover in the fridge,” said the former chef, who now works in foodservice sales. “You do not need to follow the recipe exactly; just utilize what is available or substitute your favorite veggies. I like it with Napa cabbage and super spicy (I simmer chipotle peppers in the broth for added heat).” Budd – whose husband Tom also is a chef, at North Hills Club in Raleigh – said they started making the recipe when both worked in kitchens all day “because it was quick and easy, but also healthy.” She added that the recipe makes a big batch of soup and the leftovers are great for lunch during the week. Rebecca and Tom live in Harrington Grove with her 13-year-old step-daughter Kylie, and two dogs.

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Garlic clove, chopped Medium yellow onion, diced Medium green pepper, diced Zucchini, diced Yellow squash, diced Mushrooms, diced Chili flakes Chicken stock Salt Cumin Hot sauce Diced tomatoes in sauce Drained black beans White hominy, drained Shredded cooked chicken Fresh spinach, chopped cilantro

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5 Tips To Improve Children’s Dental Care Habits By DRS. BEN and SUSAN THOMPSON

such as fruit juice, soft drinks, and sports drinks. Never put your child to bed with anything but water.

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To ensure children enjoy strong teeth, it’s important assist them in learning proper dental care. Here are five tips that can build good dental habits for all the kids in your family.

• Seal ‘em up. When the permanent molars erupt around age six, your dentist can place a protective coating in the pits and grooves to prevent the most common type of tooth decay.

• Visit the dentist early and regularly. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends children see the dentist when the first tooth erupts, or by the first birthday. These early visits ensure that parents know how to care for their child’s teeth, allow the dentist to evaluate the child’s risk for cavities, acclimate the child to the dental office, and provide the opportunity to apply protective fluoride varnish.

• Monitor growth and development. Many orthodontic problems are best treated while your child is still growing. Visiting the dentist regularly and having an having early orthodontic evaluation, if necessary, will give you more treatment options than waiting until all the permanent teeth are present.

• Brush! Begin this effort when your child is an infant, using an infant brush or washcloth so that your child learns that oral hygiene is a normal part of the daily routine. Continue to assist your child as he/she grows. Older children may need help, too. Children lack the dexterity to “do it themselves” until they are able to tie their own shoes. • Watch the sweets. Limit candy and sticky foods (raisins, fruit snacks, etc.) that can become lodged in the teeth. Also, limit your child’s access to sugary drinks,

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Leesville Road High School

Fall Varsity Sports Preview Football

HEAD COACH: Chad Smothers YEARS IN POSITION: Two Years OTHER COACHES: Jeremy Fullbright, Guy Civitello, Richard Schock, Elrod Morris, Dave Pyper, Blake Cooper, Will Sumrell, and DJ Hess PRACTICE BEGINS: August 1 FIRST GAME: August 23 @ 7 pm; at Jordan 2012-13 RECORD: 12-1 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: 2-1 2012-13 HONORS: Braxton made NC Preps All State Team; 13-14 players made the

All Conference Team.

COACH’S OUTLOOK: We’re young, but we expect to compete for a conference championship by relying on each other and bringing out the best in one another. Previous players have paved the way and the team will need to step up and uphold the LRHS football reputation.

Men’s Soccer

HEAD COACH: Paul Dinkenor YEARS IN POSITION: 30 Years OTHER COACHES: Dave Parker PRACTICE BEGINS: August 5 FIRST MEET: August 19 2012-2013 RECORD: 14-9-1, 9-5 in Cap 8 play 2012-2013 PLAYOFFS: Made State Playoffs 2012-13 HONORS: Adam Subasic, senior team captain, made the All-State team;

Team graduated 9 seniors.

COACH’S OUTLOOK: Much will be expected of senior keeper, Chris Zappia, as well as a solid junior class, many of whom earned starting roles as sophomores, such as Michael Spear and Andrew Little. The team will be young and untested, but chemistry and teamwork should be strong positives beginning at tryouts.

Women’s Tennis

HEAD COACH: Molly Harnden YEARS IN POSITION: Two Years OTHER COACHES: Jemma Spohnholtz PRACTICE BEGINS: August 1 FIRST GAME: August 17 @ 9 am; at Greene Central HS Super Scrimmage; First home match is August 18 at 4 pm against Panther Creek . 2012-2013 RECORD: 6-10 2012-2013 PLAYOFFS: N/A 2012-13 HONORS: Kailey Hedgepeth, Regional individual

tournament 1st round, singles

COACH’S OUTLOOK: Our team this year will be returning our top 6 singles players! We have a lot of depth that include additional returning players that could make an impact in singles and doubles. The team worked hard in the off season, and we are looking to build upon our wins again.

Cheerleading

HEAD COACH: Shelly Reathaford YEARS IN POSITION: Nine Years OTHER COACHES: Andrei Robinson, Brittany Smith PRACTICE BEGINS: August 1 FIRST GAME: We follow the LRHS Football and Basketball Schedules. Our Varsity team will compete in the NCHSAA State Cheerleading Championships in November at the Raleigh Convention Center. 2012-13 RECORD: NCHSAA State Champions, Small Varsity 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A 2012-13 HONORS: N/A COACH’S OUTLOOK: After losing 7 seniors, we are looking to rebuild the varsity program and continue to build at the JV level. We will undoubtedly rely on our returning letter winners for leadership throughout the program.

Women’s Golf

HEAD COACH: Jeremy Davis YEARS IN POSITION: Two Years OTHER COACHES: N/A PRACTICE BEGINS: August 1 FIRST GAME: August 26 @ 3 pm; vs Heritage GC 2012-13 RECORD: N/A 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A 2012-13 HONORS: N/A COACH’S OUTLOOK: We have 3 returnees this year, Kristen Jones, Mary Lewis, and Alison Boegle and a few new prospects as well. I look forward to our growth as a team and a program.

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Trinity Academy

Fall Varsity Sports Preview Men’s Soccer

HEAD COACH: Steve “Woody” Woodard YEARS IN POSITION: Ten Years OTHER COACHES: Mark Myers, Matt Davis PRACTICE BEGINS: Monday, July 29 FIRST MEET: Friday, Aug. 16 vs. Hickory Christian (5:30pm) @ Trinity Academy of Raleigh 2012-2013 RECORD: 9-9 2012-2013 PLAYOFFS: Advanced to NCISAA State Tournament Quarterfinals 2012-13 HONORS: Zach Long – First Team All-Conference & All-Tournament Team; Thad Beaver – Second Team All-Conference;

Joseph DelGrosso – All-Tournament Team

COACH’S OUTLOOK: TAR is excited to receive back 7 starters from last year’s #8 state seeded team. The pre-season will be tough, but will poise Trinity’s guys’ soccer for another strong run at the conference and state championship.

Women’s Tennis

HEAD COACH: Heidi Duggins YEARS IN POSITION: Five Years OTHER COACHES: Pam Rigsby PRACTICE BEGINS: Monday, July 29 FIRST GAME: Aug. 22 @ Kerr Vance (4pm) 2012-13 RECORD: 3-3 2012-2013 PLAYOFFS: Advanced to the NCISAA State Tournament Quarterfinals 2012-13 HONORS: Carolina Christian

Tournament Champions

COACH’S OUTLOOK: The girls are working hard and looking to build off a strong top #6 state tournament seed from last year. Returning majority of top 6 from last year’s team.

Cross Country

HEAD COACH: Denise Myers YEARS IN POSITION: First Year OTHER COACHES: Kim Reynolds PRACTICE BEGINS: Aug. 5 FIRST GAME: TBD 2012-13 RECORD: This will be the first year of the program 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A

Going to continue to try and improve each day.

Varsity Volleyball

HEAD COACH: Synthavanh Thompson YEARS IN POSITION: First Year OTHER COACHES: Dan Thompson PRACTICE BEGINS: July 29 FIRST GAME: Aug. 22 @ Kerr Vance (5:15pm) 2012-13 RECORD: 3-10 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A 2012-13 HONORS: Sarah Lawrence –

2012-13 HONORS: N/A

Honorable Mention All-Conference

COACH’S OUTLOOK: We’re excited about the young team we have this year and are looking forward to their potential as the season progresses. Our goal is to nurture these ladies to be

COACH’S OUTLOOK: It is going to be a great season, as this is our first year, we have a lot of young and talented runners on both our MS and Varsity teams. I am anticipating a building year since most of our runners are in the 6th and 9th grades, but we just may have a few surprises up our sleeve.

shining examples of hardworking, Christian athletes.

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Mary-Ann Baldwin Selected New Holt Brothers Foundation Executive Director Holt Brothers Foundation – founded by National Football League veterans Torry and Terrence Holt to improve the quality of life for children and families dealing with cancer – named Mary-Ann Baldwin as its new Executive Director. “We are extremely excited to have Mary-Ann join the Foundation as the new Executive Director,” said Terrence Holt, President of the Holt Brothers Foundation. “Mary-Ann’s wealth of experience and sterling reputation in the market will help the Holt Brothers Foundation continue to expand its reach and spread its message.” Baldwin currently serves as the Vice President of Marketing and Business Development of Holt Brothers Construction, a branch of Holt Brothers Inc., in addition to serving as an at-large member of the Raleigh City Council. Baldwin has more than 25 years experience in the communications field and specializes in branding and business

development. Before joining Holt Brothers, she ran her own firm, Baldwin Communications, working with such clients as North Carolina State University, Strategyn and Builders of Hope. Prior to that, she served as director of marketing and business development for Stewart Engineering and was an assistant branch manager at Mulkey Engineers & Consultants. She has worked with numerous nonprofits, including Triangle Family Services, the American Lung Association, the Business Friends Council of the NC Museum of Art, Artsplosure and the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina. She also worked in corporate communications and community relations with the NHL Carolina Hurricanes. Torry and Terrence Holt established The Holt Brothers Foundation after losing their mother to a hard-fought battle with cancer. Through their own experience

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919 Magazine: Brier Creek Edition James Nelson knows about obstacles. A Brier Creek Country Club resident, he had a successful 30-year career as an endodontist and owned a thriving dental practice in Durham. Then, at least for a time, things went dark. Now, though legally blind, he is an accomplished artist.

919 Magazine: North Raleigh Edition Past President Adam Gottsegan of the Rotary Club of North Raleigh touts the civic organization’s volunteerism, international outreach, support for local groups -- such as the Boys & Girls Club, North Carolina Food Bank and others.

919 Magazine: Wakefield Plantation/Falls Lake Edition Considered a treasure by those who know and work with him, 78-year-old volunteer Paul Daly happily dedicates his time serving the staff and members at the Rex Wellness Center in Wakefield.

919 Magazine: Wake Forest Edition It’s a big year for high school football in the Wake Forest area: Wake Forest High has big goals for the upcoming season, Heritage High is looking to take a big leap and have its most successful season yet, and Rolesville High — which just opened this fall — fields its very first junior varsity team.

919 Magazine: Morrisville/Research Triangle Park/RDU Edition Law enforcement veteran Chief Ira W. Jones has led the Morrisville Police Department for nine years — a period of significant growth and change that created new issues and priorities for the community. 919 Magazine LV

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919 ›› REGION Funding Sought for Memorial To Fallen Raleigh Police Officers A memorial to Raleigh’s eight fallen police officers killed in the line of duty is expected to be in place on West Hargett Street by May 2014. The west side of the site – closest to Raleigh City Hall – will have 21 granite columns, representing the interconnectedness of the Raleigh Police Department. A separate column will stand at the opposite end, and include the names of the eight officers killed.

New Study Illustrates Climbing Income Ladder Difficult in Raleigh, Southeast A new study indicates that the Raleigh area is one of the more difficult areas in the nation for lower-income households to rise into the middle class and beyond. Based on millions of anonymous earnings records, the study is the first with enough data to compare upward mobility across metropolitan areas. The data shows that climbing the income ladder occurs less often in the Southeast and industrial Midwest, according to the New York Times – with the odds notably low in Atlanta, Charlotte, Memphis, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Columbus and Raleigh. Highest rates of upward income movement appeared in the Northeast, Great Plains and West, including New York, Boston Seattle and California. Similar to previous studies, the latest findings indicate that a smaller percentage of people escape childhood poverty in the U.S. than in several other rich countries, such as Canada, Australia, France, Germany and Japan.

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The memorial will cost about $500,000, although the Raleigh Police Memorial Foundation still needs to raise about $150,000. Architect for the project is Thomas Sayre. To donate money to the project or for more information, visit www.rpdmemorial.org.

Name Change Reflects Parks and Recreation Department’s Varied Role, Responsibilities Raleigh’s Parks and Recreation Department received a small name change recently, courtesy of the City Council. The new name – Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department – reflects the department’s responsibility for arts programs and historic sites.

Raleigh Hopes to Extend Trail To William Umstead State Park Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department hopes to secure a $2.01 million grant from the Wake County Open Space Partnership Funding program to complete a 1.4mile section of the Crabtree Creek Greenway trail from Lindsay Drive to the William B. Umstead State Park. Plans also call for the extension of the trail from the Neuse River to the park. The funding program works

in partnership with local organizations, municipalities and state and federal agencies to protect remaining open space in the county – with an overarching goal of protecting 30 percent of Wake County’s open land, or 165,000 acres.

October Bond Issue Will Pay for 16 New Wake County Schools

would take place at six schools, and the majority of remaining schools would benefit from replacements, renovations, and upgrades.

Wake County and the Wake County Public School System are gearing up for the first school bond referendum since 2006, with voters deciding Oct. 8 on an $810 million building plan.

The building program addresses the need for additional school space for the district’s growing population of students, expected to increase by as many as 32,000 students by the 2020 school year. The program also addresses renovation and replacement needs on several of the school system’s older campuses.

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Leesville Author Asks: What Happened to Blackbeard’s Treasure? What happened to Blackbeard’s treasure? Salvage operations continue off the coast of North Carolina to recover portions of Blackbeard’s command ship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge. Recovered artifacts are displayed at the North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort, but little gold has been retrieved. John W. Nichols, a Leesville resident since 1987, offers a new action-packed adventure novel for “tween” readers. Nichols’s book, “Go for the Gold”, introduces a new teen hero, Henry “Honch” Wilson, who stumbles across hidden clues in his family archives and embarks on a pulse-pounding quest to locate Blackbeard’s treasure. A web of evil ensnares Henry as he discovers how far some men will go for the gold – and the treasure hunt leads Henry to examine his values and discover true riches. A normal teen, Hentry wrestling with typical choices — yet he models solid character qualities as he tackles challenges. Nichols, an experienced father, understands kids enjoy learning if the lesson is fun. “Finding a buried treasure is the dream of every child (or adult!) reading about pirates,” Nichols said. “Honch Wilson learns there are downsides to treasure hunting. Young readers need books that teach as well as entertain and

‘Go for the Gold’ has a moral lesson entwined in the action. As Mary Poppins taught us, ‘A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down’.” The story is set in the imaginary town of Mineville, NC, nestled along the equally fictitious Bonner River. Henry’s Grandpa and Aunt Gwynn are college professors who slip historical dialogue into the action, giving the book a solid historical component. This is the first book in the Honch Wilson Adventure series. A Kindle version of “Go for the Gold” is now available; plus, Adventure #2 is under way, with completion expected by the spring of 2014. Nichols is a professional engineer who has authored hundreds of pages of technical documentation during his 30-year career. Writing is a passion he is now pursuing full-time. His earlier works include “Who Ate My Cheese” and “Help! My Daughter’s Getting Married”.

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919 ›› FINAL BELL What are the fastest growing communities in the Triangle?

Triangle’s Fastest Growing Community?

According to new information released by the U.S. Census Bureau, four North Wake County towns are among the fastest growing since 2010.

ROLESVILLE

11.7%

Rolesville tops the list, with its population increasing 11.7 percent (to 4,263) between April 2010 and July 2012. Knightdale’s population

grew 10.4 percent (to 12,724); Morrisville expanded to 20,591 – a 9.5 percent boost; and Wake Forest increased to 32,936, or 8.5 percent. Raleigh was at 423,179, which was an increase of 4.2 percent during the period – passing Omaha, NB, to become the 48th most populous city in the U.S. SOURCE: U.S. Census Bureau estimates

What is the Fittest City in the South? Well, actually, it’s Austin, but…

RALEIGH IS #2! SOURCE: American College of Sports Medicine

15th Most Inventive City

Raleigh Included in

Top 10 Places to Get Rich

Raleigh ranks 15th on Forbes magazine’s list of world’s most inventive cities.

made the list, including San Diego, San Francisco, Boston, Minneapolis and Seattle.

The rankings are based on the number of patent applications for every 10,000 residents. Six American cities

Eindhoven, a city in the Netherlands, topped the list.

Raleigh ranks ninth on the list of U.S. cities in which to get rich, tied with Houston. The rankings were determined by reviewing high-income percentage, GDP growth and patent numbers. San Jose, CA, topped the list. SOURCE: Creditdonkey,com

America’s Most Patriotic Cities?

Raleigh Ranks

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According to Foursquare, Knoxville tops the list – with Oklahoma City second. San Antonio and Houston rounded out the five top cities, while Charlotte was ninth on the list. SOURCE: Foursquare

Top U.S. Cities for Successful Women

Durham

#14

Raleigh

#16

Seattle-based brokerage firm Redfin ranks both Durham and Raleigh in the nation’s top cities for single, successful and educated women. SOURCE: Redfin

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