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919 ‹‹ SYLLABUS
Features
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The Cover
A Passion To Succeed Wake Forest High Senior Tierra Marsh Exhibits Leadership Traits
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Making the Right Decision Wake Forest Couple Very Happy About Decision to Move to Town
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Honesty and Integrity Elite Tax and Financial Services’ Provides Service, Affordable Prices
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North Carolina’s Homecoming Party with the Animals At the 2013 State Fair
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Friendly and Professional Patients Appreciate Dr. Tyler Davis’ Experience and Integrity
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Committed to Satisfaction Carolina Massage Therapy Delivers Relief and Results
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Breast Cancer Awareness One Woman’s Emotional Battle with Recurring Cancer
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Building Youth Confidence Ultimate-Outcomes Offers Proven Approaches To Learning Challenges
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Lights, Camera, Action
Wake Forest’s Michael Davis Delivers Award Winning Films and Television
Lots of Love
Gorland McBride’s Priorities Are Family and Community
Community School Events Extracurricular Activities Community Sports
Departments 4 Publisher’s Notes 24 Yearbook 28 Food Break 30 Field Trip 46 Community 50 Homework 55 Along the I-540 Corridor 58 919 Region 59 Advertisers Index 60 Bulletin Board 62 919 Final Bell
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Heritage High School’s Blake Walters, and Wake Forest High School’s Devante Reynolds Photo by Eliza Kay Photography
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Living Confidently, Aging Gracefully Stay At Home Senior Care Delivers In-Home Care for Elderly Loved Ones
Ready for Some Football?
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Suzy Beth Sarver
Ready for Some Football?
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,
Production
Legendary football coach
Ame Deaton Tika Stuart
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 students show their spirit, the marching band is in full swing, and the air is crisp and filled with energy. So, are you ready for some football, Wake Forest? 919 Magazine sits down with Heritage High School Head Coach Jason McGeorge and Wake Forest High School Head Coach Reggie Lucas for some insight on their teams and their projections for 2013. Get the team profiles, coaches’ insights and the handy 2013 Football Schedules, beginning on Page 34. In this issue, also look for an intriguing feature on Wake Forest High school senior Tierra Marsh, a community service volunteer, public speaker and an all-district and all-state honors recipient for playing the alto saxophone (Page 10); our family profile on Vincent and Rhonda Misciagna (Page 16); and a profound article on Gorland McBride (Page 14). Finally, you may have noticed our page count increased for this issue. Thanks to our readers and valued advertisers, we are continuing to grow in Wake Forest. Please keep sending your thoughts and your emails; we read all of them. Sincerely,
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
9/8, 10/13
All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast
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8 am-1 pm $5: Pancakes, sausage, beverage American Legion Hall 225 E. Holding Ave. 919-569-0471
Labor Day
Grandparents Day
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Rosh Hashanah
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Annual Tour of Artists 10 am-6 pm Sat; 1-6 pm Sun Wake Forest Guild of Artists Galleries in downtown WF; various other locations 919-562-1688 www.WakeForestGuild.com
9/7
Sensational Snakes Children’s Science Program 9 am-12 pm; age 6-12 Free; pre-registration required Wake Forest Town Hall 301 S. Brooks St. 919-435-9443 www.wakeforestnc.gov
9/8
Wake Forest Unplugged …Get Connected Games, music, activities 4 pm-6 pm; free E. Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd 919-435-9443 www.wakeforestnc.gov 919 Magazine WF
Concert in the Park 5-7 pm; free Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd www.wakeforestnc.org
9/9
Chris Wilcox Power Forward to Save Lives Charity Golf Outing 9:30 am-3 pm The Hasentree Club 7305 Village Club Dr 713-982-8500 events@carriepottergroup.com www.chriswilcox.com
9/10
Town Council, School Board Candidates Forum 6-8 pm Wake Forest Town Hall 301 S. Brooks St. 919-556-1519 www.wakeforestchamber.org
9/13, 10/11
Art After Hours Downtown Wake Forest 6-9 pm S. White St www.wakeforestnc.gov September | October 2013
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Neck of the Woods Performance Series 7-9 pm Wake Forest Coffee Co 156 S. White St 919-554-8914 www.wakeforestnc.gov
9/14, 10/12
Saturday Night Dance 7-9 pm; $7 Northern Wake Senior Center 235 E. Holding Ave 919-872-7933 www.resourcesforseniors.com
9/14
Backyard Party and Fall Craft Extravaganza All Day Raleigh Family Moose Center 2824 Forestville Rd 919-630-3577 losingt5@gmail.com www.wakeforestnc.gov www.919Magazine.com
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Hot Pickin’ Finger Lickin’ BBQ and Bands Festival
Fire Prevention Week
10/10
11 am-7 pm Rolesville Community Park 121 Redford Place Dr 919-562-7069 www.rolesvillechamber.org
Mayoral Candidates Forum 6:30-7:30 pm Wake Forest Town Hall 301 S. Brooks St. 919-556-1519 www.wakeforestchamber.org
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8th Annual Good Neighbor Day
10/14
1- 4 pm 133 W. Owen Ave The Town of Wake Forest 919-435-9491 www.wakeforestnc.gov/ goodneighborday.aspx
OCTOBER
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Rex Mobile Mammograms
10/1,4,15
Contests, prizes, dog walk 10 am-2 pm; free E. Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Rd 919-556-1519 www.wakeforestchamber.org
9:30-3 pm 10/1: Faith Baptist Church 249 Holden Rd (Youngsville) 10/4:Rolesville Town Hall 502 Southtowne Circle 10/15:Over the Falls Deli 419 Brooks St. (WF) 919-556-3182
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Lolla “PAW” Looza
Used Book Sale Friends of Wake Forest Library 9 am-4 pm Ledford Center 120 S. Wingate St 919-600-2832 friendswflibrary@yahoo.com.
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First Day of Autumn
9/23
21st Annual Golf Tournament Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce $150 ($600 foursome) Hasentree Country Club 919-556-1519 www.wakeforestchamber.org
9/28
Clean-Up Day Wake Forest Reservoir 9-11:30 am 919-526-3481 dbode1@crg2000.com
9/29
Lydia Lowie CROP Hunger 3.5M Walk 3 pm Wake Forest United Methodist Church 905 S. Main St www.cropwalkonline.org/wakeforestnc
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Forest Moon Theater production 7:30 pm (3 pm on 10/6) Franklin Academy High Theater 648 Flaherty Ave. www.forestmoontheater.org
10/5
2013 Rocktoberfest 11 am-5 pm Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club 325 S. Wingate St 919-435-7500 info@nicoleyvettesignatureevents.com
Columbus Day
10/24
Community Business Expo 3-7 pm Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce 120 S. Wingate St 919-556-1519 www.wakeforestchamber.org
10/27
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
10/31
Halloween
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Wake Forest Farmers Market 8 am- 12 pm, Sat (Sep only) 3-6 pm, Wed 150 N White St 919-556-2284 www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org
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SCHOOL EVENTS
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SEPTEMBER
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 BMX Stunt Show BJ’s Parking Lot, Brier Creek 919-361-9140 www.cranksforcancer.blogspot.com
March of Dimes Benefit 6-9 pm Washington Duke Inn 3001 Cameron Blvd (Durham) 919-424-2169 www.marchofdimes.com/northcarolina
9/27
Carolina Ale House
9/10
Meet the Teacher Night 5:30-6:30 pm Wake Forest High 420 W Stadium Dr 919-554-8611 www.wfrhighschool.com
Cranks for Cancer
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
10/4-5
Pursuit of More Addictions Conference
OCTOBER 10/4
Homecoming Dance 7-11 pm Wake Forest High 420 W Stadium Dr 919-554-8611 www.wfrhighschool.com
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Theme: “Anger & Addiction” Hosted by Converting Hearts Ministries Open Door Baptist Church 9801 Durant Road www.pursuitofmore.com
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Grand Opening Event 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
Fall Play: Clumsy Custard 7-9 pm Wake Forest High School 420 W Stadium Dr 919-554-8611 www.wfrhighschool.com
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES EVENTS 9/12-13
Forest Moon Theater’s Lucky Date Benefit at Wine 101
Thurs, 7:30- 9 pm; Fri, 8:30- 10 pm Wine 101, Wake Forest 3325-104 Rogers Road 919-623-1028 www.forestmoontheater.org
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Signature Chefs Auction
NIGHTLIFE Sep/Oct
Wednesdays Trivia; Thursdays Karaoke 11685 Northpark Dr., Wake Forest 919-556-8666 www.carolinaalehouse.com
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Gatehouse Tavern 7:30pm Trivia Tuesdays Ladies Night Thursdays 9pm Karaoke Fridays 9 pm DJ & Live Music Saturdays 960 Gateway Common Cir 919-569-6745 www.gatehousetavernnc.com
COMMUNITY SPORTS ACTIVITIES Sep/Oct
Pickleball Open Play
10 am-12:30 pm; Tue, Thu Flaherty Park Community Center 1226 N. White St. Info: retired17@gmail.com
10/7
Forest Moon Theater’s Night Owl Fundraiser
5-10 pm; Milton’s Pizza and Pasta 14520 New Falls of Neuse Rd 919-623-1028 www.forestmoontheater.org/playbill/
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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 September | October 2013
10/5
Anthony Greenup Basketball Clinic
Former Globetrotter, Bobcat 9 am-2 pm; $45 (includes T-shirt) Age 6-12; register by 9/27 Flaherty Park Community Center 1226 N. White St. 919-435-9561 www.wakeforestnc.gov www.919Magazine.com
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Pink Shamrock 5K & Street Party
10/12
Triangle Run/Walk for Autism 9 am Moore Square 800-442-2762 x 1101 www.trianglerunwalkforautism.org
Race, street party, music, food 4 pm; Glenwood South, Raleigh Tanya@1in9.com
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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
5K Run for Healthier Babies 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
10/5
Run for Their Lives A Safe Haven 5K, and 2M Dog Jog 8:30 am 8341-137 Garvey Dr 919-872-7233, ext. 104 safehaven5k@safehavenforcats.org www.safehaven5k.org
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25th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope, 5K & 10K
10/27
Monster Dash 2 pm Capital RunWalk 430 Woodburn Rd 919-995-5308 www.raleighmonsterdash.com
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Fall Festivals & Events Sep/Oct
Pumpkin Patch, Cornfield Maze Call for dates and times Ganyard Hill Farm 407 Sherron Rd, Durham 919-596-8728 www.ganyardhillfarm.com
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
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10/5
Fall Festival 2013 Craft and Flea Market And Corn Hole Tournament 10 am Raleigh Elks Lodge 5538 Lead Mine Rd 888-217-9464
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Halloween Spooktacular
Page Farms Pumpkins Hayrides, corn maze, more Weekends (thru season) 6100 Mt. Herman Rd 919-596-3227 www.pagefarmsraleigh.com
6:30-8:30 pm Age12-under; free Flaherty Park Community Center 1226 N. White St. 919-435-9563 www.wakeforestnc.gov
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
10/31
Halloween Safe Night at the Museum 6-9 pm North Carolina Museum of History 5 E Edenton St 919-872-9535 ext. 3069 www.ncdcr.gov
11/2
NC Symphony Young People’s Concert: Halloween Spooktacular 1 pm, 4 pm; $20 Duke Energy Center 2 E South St 919-996-8500 www.dukeenergysenterraleigh.com
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Wake Forest High Senior Shows Passion to Succeed, Help Others By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer
Tierra Marsh credits her family’s support and guidance for giving her a passion to succeed and a drive to accomplish her goals. “They are just as driven for me to have a successful future as I am,” the Wake Forest High School senior said. “They do everything they can to make sure that I get the necessary opportunities.” Among those opportunities was participating in this year’s annual Optimist International Oratorical Contest, which gives students an opportunity to exhibit writing and public speaking skills – and provides thousands in college scholarships to finalists. Marsh made it to the third round. “I am pleased with my performance at the district level competition,” said the 17-year-old, who hopes to one day be involved in broadcast journalism, and interned recently with Curtis Media Group in Raleigh. “What I accomplished was a start, but I realize that I still have room
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for improvement, such as forming a better connection with the audience.” Marsh also was among 150 high school participants at this year’s Northeastern Regional Youth Leadership Conference at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. “I attended several different workshops that gave us information on how to become active leaders in the community,” said Marsh, who was a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish Honors Society during her two years at Franklin Academy – and is now a National Achievers Society member at WFHS. “I enjoy that my school provides students with many opportunities, whether it is with classes or with the assistance and guidance from teachers and counselors,” she said. “They do their best to ensure that the student can have a successful future.” In addition to her favorite subjects of math, science and English, she also enjoys music. She was selected for All-District and All-State honors for playing the alto saxophone at Franklin, also plays the flute, and is currently teaching herself to play piano. September | October 2013
Marsh also believes in service to others in her community. “I occasionally volunteer at Hillside Nursing Home, where I help with
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“Beginning in her elementary school years, Tierra has always been a voice for those that were not able to express and speak for themselves,” said Nicole Marsh, Tierra’s mother. “She has exhibited leadership traits amongst her peers through her academic achievements. We are proud to see her grow into a respectable and motivated young lady.”
Tierra Marsh Profile AGE: 17 SCHOOL: Wake Forest High (Senior) PARENTS: Nicole and Maurice Marsh RESIDENCE: Richland Hills neighborhood SIBLINGS: Sister, Nakia, 20 (UNCG student) INTERESTS: Listening to music; spending time with friends and family; learning to play new songs on piano
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919 ›› PERSONALITY PROFILE By STEPHANIE FRIEDL 919 Magazine Writer
As a young boy in Brazil, Michael Davis loved to put on shows and performances for his parents. Today, Davis is an award winning film producer and director at the helm of Uptone Pictures, an innovative production company based in Wake Forest that develops entertainment content for all media platforms. “I love to tell stories, to entertain, so it was just something I have always loved to do,” said Davis.
Putting on a Show Wake Forest’s Michael Davis Delivers Award Winning Films and Television
I love to tell stories, to entertain, so (making films) was just something I have always loved to do. MICHAEL DAVIS Film Producer and Director (and Wake Forest resident)
Prior to starting Uptone Pictures 13 years ago, Davis – a communication arts and film graduate from Cedarville University of Ohio – was a partner in a news production company in Illinois. “When I was presented with the opportunity to branch out and start up my own entertainment production business, I took advantage of it,” said Davis. After a few years, Davis moved the business to North Carolina, the third largest film market in the U.S. and where his wife, Wendi, is from. Davis is living out his dream to use his creativity and imagination to bring stories to life, having produced several highly acclaimed feature length films, documentaries, and TV shows; and garnishing industry awards that include Telly, Angel, and Davey awards, as well as several film festival awards. Elaborating on the 12
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Michael Davis Profile AGE: 45 RESIDENCE: Wake Forest PROFESSION: Film producer / Director EDUCATION: B.A., Communication Arts and Film; Cedarville University of Ohio FAMILY: Wife, Wendi; 2 children, William and Bella PETS: Bengie an Ava (dogs) INTERESTS: Movies, soccer, travel
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success of Uptone Pictures, Davis explained, “It comes from a passion and love to tell stories, to find things that people are interested in, see what tickles their imagination, and being with a group of talented people who contribute to the process.” Davis credits his parents and past teachers for providing the inspiration, support, and advice he needed to pursue his dreams. He enjoys the entire process, beginning with the
Check It Out Uptone Pictures’ films available At iTunes, Amazon, Netflix: • Destiny Road • A Box for Rob • Don’t Pass Me By • A Long Way Off TV Shows • Christmas on Highway 101 • Christmas Memories • Loving Life * * Currently on CW 22, 8:30 a.m., M-F in Raleigh
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germ of an idea to the final product on screen. Though the entertainment business is not without its challenges, as Davis described, “There is a lot of ‘taste’ involved in getting good distribution, so the right distributor for the right project is always a bit of a challenge.” Nonetheless, Davis and his team at Uptone Pictures have their sights set on the future planning for at least two new feature films – with one already in the works awaiting the final bit of financing – as well as finding a larger facility enabling them to bring bigger projects to the Triangle.
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She Loves Her Family, She Loves Wake Forest,
And Gorland McBride Loves to Help People and Make Their Lives Better By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer
Gorland McBride loves her family, loves Wake Forest, and loves to help people and make their lives better. A resident of the Traylee neighborhood, McBride and her husband, Pete, moved to the community eight years ago from Virginia to start their own blind and shutter business in Raleigh. “When looking around, we liked the small but energetic environment Wake Forest offered,” McBride said. “It was quiet country living, with big city access.” Before moving to North Carolina, McBride was heaving involved in every aspect of her community, from serving as Little League Baseball president, Junior Woman’s Club president, Easter Seals Charity Ball hostess, and much more – so it was only natural to get involved in her new hometown. “I contacted the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce to see what clubs were active and I joined the Wake Forest Woman’s Club,” the South Carolina native said. “What a wonderful choice!” Now the president of the 48-member club, McBride explained that the organization’s main objective – since its founding in 1961 – is the betterment of the community in the fields of social, cultural, civic and educational of the individual. To fulfill that objective, the club funds a wide range groups and programs, from Meals on Wheels, Track Out Tummies and Tri14
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Area Ministries to scholarships, Stop Hunger Now Million Meals, Arts in the Park, and many, many more. “We have several “Fun”draisers to raise the money to donate,” she said. “Like the Heritage Parade of Homes, the every-other-year Christmas Homes Tour, the Butter Braid Sale, a Bowlathon, and others.” She encouraged local residents to volunteer to assist in the various activities sponsored by the club – and suggested anyone wishing to join “a hard working group of volunteers
with big hearts” to consider becoming involved. “Wake Forest Woman’s Club is a passionate team of ladies who work within our community to help others,” McBride stressed. McBride was born and raised in South Carolina and majored in nursing at the University of South Carolina. She has an extensive background in accounting and interior design work. She also enjoys golf and “watching my beloved Gamecocks play football either in Columbia or in the away SEC stadiums.” But
Wake Forest Woman’s Club PURPOSE: Main objective is the betterment of the community in the fields of social, cultural, civic and educational life of the individual YEAR STARTED: 1961 CONTACT: www.wake-forest-womans-club.com
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When looking around, we liked the small but energetic environment Wake Forest offered. GORLAND McBRIDE President, Wake Forest Woman’s Club
her highlight in life is spending time with her two grandchildren. “Family is the most important thing in life,” said the mother of one son, Ty, who lives in Charlotte with his wife, Leslie, and their two children, Laney and Mason. “My husband and I vowed we would grow up with our children, and now we are growing up with our grandchildren.” For more information on the Wake Forest Woman’s Club and its activities and events, visit www.wake-forest-womans-club.com. Individuals interested in joining the organization
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Gorland McBride Profile AGE: 60 RESIDENCE: Traylee neighborhood, Wake Forest VOLUNTEER AFFILIATION: Wake Forest Woman’s Club FAMILY: Husband, Pete; children, Ty and Leslie McBride (Charlotte); grandchildren: Laney, Mason PETS: Stella (blind dog) INTERESTS: Design, golf and football (USC Gamecocks)
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Misciagna Family’s Passions:
Family; Family At Dinner; and Family Dinner With Baseball By G. CLEVELAND KILGORE 919 Magazine Writer
For the Misciagnas of Wake Forest, the most important thing about life is family and the most important place for a family to gather is dinner…or maybe a baseball game. But with Vincent and Rhonda’s two children – Michael and Vanessa – now living and working in the Northeast, the dinner table is typically reserved for vacations and holidays. “Since we are so spread out, and both kids have careers now, getting them down to Wake Forest has become a challenge,” said Rhonda Misciagna. “We remain flexible and take each year as it comes. In the meantime, we fly up to visit the kids individually whenever possible – we know that we may never all live in the same spot ever again, but we can still feel close by making memories wherever we hang our hats!” Residents of Wake Forest for five years, the Misciagnas chose the Heritage neighborhood as home when Vincent became Vice President of Program
Management for AAR Corp. in Goldsboro after 28 years with United Technologies in Hartford, CT. “We love how Wake Forest managed to maintain some of the beautiful natural spots that we grew to love Photos by Eliza Kay Photography living in New England,” Rhonda said. “But by native of Floral Park, NY, on Long far the best thing we love about Wake Island, Vincent secured two degrees Forest is the great people we have from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute met. It didn’t take long after moving and also holds an MBA from the here to make life-long friends.” Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Rhonda, from Windsor, CT, They have many passions — college graduated from the University of basketball, hockey and golf — but Hartford and worked many years in none apparently surpass baseball. office management, before becoming a “Our togetherness is challenged each full-time mother. She is now retired and summer when our favorite pro sport a community volunteer and member is played,” Rhonda explained. “We of the Wakefield Women’s Club. A have a ‘mixed’ marriage: Vin is
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a staunch Yankee fan, and I will always love the Boston Red Sox.” The baseball gene apparently fell upon son Michael, who played at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA, where he double-majored in business and political science. An avid golfer who learned to speak French in www.919Magazine.com
elementary school, he is now working in the lighting controls industry in New York City. Daughter Vanessa, an accomplished and award-winning rider of horses, graduated Cum Laude from Boston University and is now a local television reporter in Vermont.
Still, even as empty-nesters living in North Carolina, it still circles back to family – and the dinner table. “These days, our dinner table is usually a restaurant in Manhattan or Vermont, but that doesn’t matter as long as we are together talking and listening to how
each other’s lives are going,” Rhonda said. “Although we do enjoy going back to the Northeast to visit friends and family, we have no doubt that moving to Wake Forest was the right thing for us to do. We look forward to spending our ‘golden years’ here.”
The best thing we love about Wake Forest is the great people we have met. It didn’t take long after moving here to make life-long friends. RHONDA MISCIAGNA
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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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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
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
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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Wake Forest’s Dr. Joseph Micchia Joins College Football Hall of Fame Wake Forest’s Dr. Joseph Micchia joined the National Football Foundation Divisional College Football Hall of Fame at a special induction ceremony in August.
With an undefeated record as a starter and two national championships under his belt, few can match the stellar collegiate career of Micchia at Westminster College, located in New Wilmington, PA. According to the Westminster Sports Information Office, A twotime All-American (1989-First Team, 1988-Second Team), Micchia led Westminster to back-to-back undefeated seasons en route to consecutive NAIA Division II national championships. Westminster’s first-ever 4,000-yard passer, Micchia holds school records for career (68) and season (32) touchdown passes and went 31-0 as a starter. A twotime national title game MVP, he led his team to a 27-game winning streak
(1988-89) that ranked as the nation’s longest among all divisions at the time. Micchia was one of four players selected for 2013. “This is a truly exceptional group of College Football Hall of Fame inductees from the divisional ranks,” said NFF Chairman Archie Manning, a 1989 Hall of Fame inductee from Ole Miss. “We look forward to celebrating their accomplishments this summer, and we applaud them for reaching the pinnacle of recognition in our great sport.” After graduating from Westminster, Micchia completed medical school at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994, and later completed his residency in Columbus, OH. He worked at the University of Pittsburgh
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Medical Center and at North Raleigh Primary Care before forming a practice – Primary Care Partners at Ligon Mill – in Wake Forest with his wife in 2010. Micchia played for College Football Hall of Fame coach Joe Fusco at Westminster, and he was inducted into the Titan Sports Hall of Fame in 1995.
934 players and 205 coaches, have been inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame from the nearly 4.92 million who have played or coached
the game over the past 144 years. The 2013 Divisional College Football Hall of Fame Class was honored in Atlanta, GA, during the
The NFF launched its Divisional Hall of Fame program in 1996 during its annual enshrinement festival. A total of 144 players and coaches, counting this year’s class, have been inducted from the divisional ranks, including Terry Bradshaw (Louisiana Tech), Walter Payton (Jackson State), John Randle (Texas A&M, Kingsville), Jerry Rice (Mississippi Valley State), and coach Eddie Robinson (Grambling State). Including the recently announced 2013 Football Bowl Subdivision class and this class of divisional honorees, only
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The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The key ingredient is you.
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Forest Moon Theater Presents Harvey Performances of Harvey, a Forest Moon Theater production, are planned for 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 4-5 and 11-12, and 3 p.m. on Oct. 6 at the Franklin Academy High School Theater in Wake Forest. Directed by Cora Hemphill, the play is a Pulitzer Prize-winning comic story of an eccentric adult named Elwood who has inherited the family fortune. His best friend and constant companion is an invisible 6-foot rabbit named Harvey. Afraid that Elwood is mentally unstable and will squander the fortune, his sister decides to have him committed to a sanitarium for treatment of his mental condition. Things don’t go according to plans, however, and the events that ensue leave the audience laughing and believing that invisible rabbits might not be imaginary.
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Cast members include Meredith Feldman, Heather Dahlberg, Mark Anderson, Pam McClure, Kirsten Ehlert, Raymond Jaquez, Aaron Dunlap, Greg Bruce, Jeri McKee, Shawn Smith and Stephen Clos. Crew members include Cathy Gouge (stage manager), Abbey Collins (production manager) and Bob Baird (set designer). Forest Moon Theater’s second production of its inaugural season is a family-friendly play that will appeal ages 10 and up.
Wake Forest’s Community Theater
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by Mary Chase The Pulitzer Prize winning play about a man and Franklin Academy School Theater is his invisible friend,High a rabbit named Harvey
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located at 648 Flaherty Ave. in Wake Forest. For more information on the play visit Performances at October 4-5, 11-12
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Ticket information and directions available at
WHAT: Harvey, Forest Moon Theater production www.forestmoontheater.org by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing of Woodstock, Illinois WHEN: 7:30 pm (Oct. 4-5, Produced 11-12); 3 pm (Oct. 6) WHERE: Franklin Academy High Theater, 648 Flaherty Ave. TICKET PRICE: $15 Adults, $13 Seniors (65+), $11 Students All Seats Are General Admission Purchase online or at the door INFO: www.forestmoontheater.org
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A Mission of Quality Service and Affordable Prices As an Enrolled Agent and owner of Elite Tax and Financial Services, LLC, long time Wake Forest resident and tax expert Lisa Eyrolles is dedicated to serving her clients with the utmost in professionalism, honesty, and integrity. “Our mission is to provide the best quality service at an affordable price,” said Eyrolles. Representing both individual and business clients, Elite Tax and Financial Services provides professional tax consultation and preparation including nonprofit, estate, gift, and trust tax returns, specializing in bookkeeping for small businesses.
I prepare taxes as if the IRS is sitting next to me. LISA EYROLLES Elite Tax and Financial Services, LLC
At Elite Tax, clients appreciate the thorough care and attention they receive as well as the expertise and knowledge that Eyrolles offers. Having earned the highest distinction awarded by the Internal Revenue Service, Eyrolles, is a federally licensed tax practitioner
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specializing in taxations with unlimited rights to represent taxpayers before the IRS. A Graduate Fellow from the National Tax Practice Institute, Eyrolles has earned triple the amount of continuing education required and is committed to spending an unlimited amount of time with every client ensuring protection if there is an audit. “I prepare taxes as if the IRS is sitting next to me,” said Eyrolles. Recognized for excellence, Elite Tax was voted by the Wake Forest community as the “2012 Best of the Best” for the best local tax preparer as well as a finalist in the “Rising Star Business” of the year by the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce. Eyrolles is an ambassador for the Wake Forest Chamber, a 2012 Business Expo participant, and is currently
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Recognized as the largest herb and perennial festival east of Mississippi, the Annual Herb Festival was held at Festival Park in Downtown Wake Forest. Families enjoyed live entertainment and educational seminars; and of course, organic herb plants and vegetables were available for purchase.
Administrators, teachers, and community leaders, including Mayor Frank Eagles and Principal Ericka Lucas, made appearances at the Rolesville High School ribbon cutting. The newly built high school opened its doors to students in August.
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Raising over $28,000 this year for Smile Train, the 2013 Smile Train Triathlon consisted of a pool swim, bike ride, and run for participants. Every year this event raises funds to assist children throughout the world who are born with clefts and cannot afford surgery to have them repaired.
With live entertainment, the Classic and Antique Charity Car show displayed an array of muscle, sports, pony, classic and antique vehicles in historic Downtown Wake Forest. Photos by Eliza Kay Photography
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The 7th Annual KidsTri event was held at the Kerr Family YMCA in June. The youth triathlon course, sponsored by Macaroni Kid, included swim, bike and run.
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Followed by the Children’s Parade, the Town of Wake Forest held its Arts and Games in the Park - July 4th Celebration at Holding Park. Families enjoyed numerous games and activities, from sack races to pie eating contests, and children created a variety of arts and crafts projects, such as designing patriotic magnets and decorating cupcakes.
The USO of NC held its 2nd Annual Delta Operation: Fore the Troops Golf Tournament in June at the Hasentree Country Club, where participants enjoyed a game of golf, in addition to a silent auction and awards ceremony.
More than 100 golfers and volunteers recently helped raise more than $18,000 for the North Carolina Lighthouse Foundation during a first-ever charity golf event at Hasentree Country Club.
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Residents joined the Wake Forest Police Department in the Target parking lot in August to celebrate the 30th Annual National Night Out event. The event included special prizes, great food, vehicle supplies and special performances.
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Wake Forest Resident Humphrey Enjoys Pork Dish For Special Family Occasions Like many cooks, Kim Humphrey found this favorite recipe for Molasses Pork Loin and modified it to suit her (and her family’s) tastes. “My husband and I found a wonderful bed and breakfast in Valle Crucis, NC, several years ago and the owners had a cookbook for sale,” said Humphrey, who works in the president’s office at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and has lived in the Avondale neighborhood of Wake Forest for nine years. “Of course, I just had to have it and am so glad I do! I have modified it somewhat to suit our tastes, but very little.” Humphrey — married to husband Jay for 33 years, mother of two grown
children and grandmother of five – usually saves the dish for special gatherings, because it’s “simply too yummy” for just two people. “This recipe was a keeper the first time I made it,” she said. “I usually serve it with a sweet potato dish, green bean bundles, asparagus or a veggie casserole, apples and, of course, rolls to sop up the delicious sauce!” Humphrey said fellowship in the kitchen and around the table with those she loves are true blessings that bring her great joy. “Cooking and baking are something I have learned to enjoy and a way to relax — yet be productive at the same time,” she said. “Give me an apron, fun music,
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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:
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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:
2012 Attendance – 965,297 Most Attendees – 1,091,887 (2010) Busiest Days – Saturday, Thursday FAIR 2013 • OCTOBER 17 - 27 NORTH CAROLINA’S HOMECOMING • STATE
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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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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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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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Living Confidently, Aging Gracefully
Stay at Home Senior Care Delivers Compassionate In-Home Care for Elderly Loved Ones
Deborah Bordeaux and her expert staff of caregivers at Stay at Home Senior Care deliver compassionate quality care to clients. For those needing in home care for their elderly loved ones, Stay at Home Senior Care helps seniors live confidently and age gracefully in their own homes for as long as possible. “We treat every contact as a friend, every client as family, and complete every task with honor,” said Bordeaux, president and owner. “Everything we do at Stay at Home Senior Care is inspired by our motto, ‘Hometown Care Beyond Compare’.”
Our caregivers are compassionate about senior care and want to help our clients thrive at home. DEBORAH BORDEAUX
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Tara Hooper, Agency Nursing Director; Deborah Bordeaux, President, Owner; and Kim Dingus, Family Services Director
By serving seniors in their hometown and matching clients to caregivers carefully – and whenever possible from the same neighborhood or church – caregivers become part of the family very quickly. “Our caregivers, often empty nesters themselves, are compassionate about senior care and want to help our clients thrive at home,” said Bordeaux. “We only hire people who genuinely want to serve the elderly and in turn are blessed every day by the seniors in their lives.” As a young girl, Bordeaux personally witnessed the struggles and challenges her own family faced as her grandmother, a victim of Alzheimers, became increasingly dependent on others for her care. Bordeaux experienced first hand the struggle the whole family goes through caring for an aging parent to keep her safe and secure at home. After a long successful career in the technology services industry, she left her position with Oracle Corp. managing their $8 million service business and started Stay at Home Senior Care in 2003. Stay at Home Senior Care is located at 2014 South Main St., #610, Wake Forest. For more information, call 919-556-3706, 919 Magazine WF
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Stay at Home Senior Care YEAR STARTED: 2003 PRESIDENT/OWNER: Deborah Bordeaux ADDRESS: 2014 South Main St., #610, Wake Forest WEBSITE: www.SAHseniors.com EMAIL: Deborah@SAHseniors.com PHONE: 919-556-3706 FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/SAHSeniorCare LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/dbordeaux EDUCATION: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (BS Management Information Systems); C.S.A., Certified Senior Advisor AWARDS/HONORS: Small Business of the Year 2012 (Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce); Best of Best Award 2011, 2012 (Wake Weekly); Finalist – Woman Business Owner of the Year, 2013 Finalist (Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce)
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Who’s Ready for Wake Forest
FOOTBALL?
Wake Forest High has Big Goals for the Season, While Heritage High is Looking to Step Up
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Jason McGeorge – the first and only head football coach at Heritage High School – has seen the team through numerous “firsts”: The first varsity game, the first win, the first complete season, the first season with seniors on the team. This year, he’s ready to move to another level – and his goal is a lofty one. He wants a state championship. “We plan to participate in a lot of team activities and build strong team unity,” he said recently. “If we all work together and work toward the same goal, we will be successful.” McGeorge explained his goals, aspirations and strategies for the upcoming season for 919 Magazine readers.
Wake Forest High School Football Coach Reggie Lucas is losing “Rolesville” from his team’s name this year, and in a way – he’s losing part of both the community and the school’s football future. But the goals of the Wake ForestRolesville High graduate have not changed this year: “Win the conference championship, make the state playoffs, and win the state championship.” Lucas took over the program in 2009 and the Cougars are 48-9 since that time; in this issue of 919 Magazine – the veteran coach talks about his team and his thoughts on the upcoming season.
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A Conversation with Jason McGeorge, Head Football Coach at Heritage High School
A Conversation with Reggie Lucas, Head Football Coach at Wake Forest High School
What are your goals for the team this season?
What are your goals for the team this season?
Win the State Championship! We plan to participate in a lot of team activities and build strong team unity. If we all work together and work toward the same goal, we will be successful.
What is the team’s biggest challenge going into this season? We lost 28 seniors. Being such a young program, losing 28 players is going to really affect our depth. Although we still have some key components from last season’s team, we must fill some holes. CONTINUED, PAGE 36
Wake Forest High School goals are the same every year: As a team, we want to win the conference championship, make the state playoffs, and win the state championship. During the offseason, we talk about these goals and make sure every athlete knows that’s what we expect. We also have our athletes set individual goals. They are required to write them down and make them visible in their lockers and anywhere they feel they will see them. Our big focus is team goals. I have found that when you reach your team goals, individual goals are usually met. Goal setting should be used at every level of football. CONTINUED, PAGE 37
HHS Football Team Profile MASCOT: Huskies COLORS: Blue and Grey STADIUM: Huskies Stadium 1150 Forestville Road, Wake Forest Est. Capacity: 3,200 HEAD COACH: Jason McGeorge LAST YEAR’S RECORD: 6-6 LAST YEAR’S PLAYOFFS: 1st Round PRACTICE BEGINS: Aug. 1 FIRST GAME: Aug. 23, 7 pm vs. Holly Springs (home) RETURNING STARTERS (OFF): 5 RETURNING STARTERS (DEF): 6 LEAGUE: Cap 8 SPIRIT GROUP: Heritage Hooligans BOOSTER CLUB CONTACT: Heritage Booster Club Kathleen Varner, President www.huskysoccer.i8.com/boosterclub
HHS Football Coaching Staff Jason McGeorge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Coach Charles Johnson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passing Game Coordinator, Special Teams Coordinator, Wide Receivers Wallace Clark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Coordinator, Linebackers Leslie Epps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, Running Backs Bob Winstead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JV Head Coach, Defensive Ends Mike Doyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Offensive Line Billy Williams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Defensive Backs, Wide Receivers Brad Fournier. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Line
I love watching our players grow and become great young men and great football players. JASON McGEORGE
Who do you expect to lead the team this year? We have a lot of young men who can step up and really help our team succeed, including: Outside Linebacker Charles Clark (physical and emotional lead for this team; he plays very hard and has lots of fun flying around the field); Offensive Tackle Trey Ratliff (a large body and excellent lineman who has started all varsity games for Heritage); Defensive Back/Running Back Greg Clifton (a very athletic young man who led the team in touchdowns last season; an explosive player who can change a game quickly); Quarterback Blake Walters (only a junior, but he has been our starting quarterback the last two seasons; a very smart player with a great understanding of what we do); and many more!
Which newcomers are you expecting to contribute this year? Gershom Ejoni is a nice-sized young man who has a ton of potential. He is 6’5”, 190 pounds and plays wide receiver and defensive end.
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What is the team’s offensive strategy for this year?
YEARS IN POSITION: 4 YEARS IN COACHING: 16 RECORD AT WFHS: 9-14 OTHER WFHS RESPONSIBILITIES: Business/Marketing teacher PLAYING BACKGROUND: 3-yr letterman, NC State (Tight End) PREVIOUS COACHING POSITIONS: Elon University (assistant coach); Leesville Road High (assistant coach) EDUCATION: NC State (BS in Management); Elon University (MBA) RESIDENCE: Raleigh, NC HOMETOWN: Green Bay, WI FAMILY: Wife, Diane; daughters, Molly and Emily INTERESTS: Family, travel, beach
We are a Triple Option team; however we would like to throw the ball whenever possible. Coach Charles Johnson, who has been with us from day one, does a tremendous job preparing our offense each week. He has invested a lot of time and energy into our program, and he also brings a lot of knowledge and experience to our program. He won a national championship in college as an essential part of the University of Colorado, and a Super Bowl Champion playing for the New England Patriots. We work extremely hard for and with these young men.
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What is the team’s biggest challenge going into this season? Our biggest challenge this year will be depth on offense and defense. Every year we graduate players that have played two or three seasons. These players are sometimes hard to replace. We have a solid nucleus coming back, but we would like for our second team players to challenge our starters. You can never have too many solid players. Offensively we are returning six starters. On defense, we are returning seven starters. I’m expecting our athletes that were backups last year and Junior Varsity players to fill starting positions. We are not ruling out playing some athletes on both sides of the ball. Some people may look at it as a challenge to replace good players, but it’s an opportunity for other good players to step in.
Who are you expecting to lead the team this year? I expect the seniors to be leaders on the team this year. They should set the example for the underclassmen. Most seniors have been in the program the entire four years and know what’s expected. I ask them to lead by example so the younger athletes will follow. We try to build a positive, hard-working environment where the athletes will learn how to lead the right way. When the freshmen arrive during summer camp, they are introduced to rules and expectations of the program. All athletes are expected to be leaders on and off the field. Some athletes are vocal leaders and some are quiet, but do everything the right way. Leaders on offense should start with the quarterback position. The quarterback should know and run the offense in a manner like the offensive coordinator would. On defense, the middle linebacker and free safety should be in charge. The middle linebacker makes sure everyone gets the call and the safety makes sure the secondary is in the correct coverage. CONTINUED, PAGE 39
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WFHS Football Team Profile MASCOT: Cougars COLORS: Royal Blue and Red STADIUM: Trentini 420 W. Stadium Dr., Wake Forest Est. Capacity: 5,000 HEAD COACH: Reggie Lucas LAST YEAR’S RECORD: 9-3 LAST YEAR’S PLAYOFFS: Lost in 1st Round PRACTICE BEGINS: Aug. 1 FIRST GAME: Aug. 23, 7 pm vs. Panther Creek (home) RETURNING STARTERS (OFF): 6 RETURNING STARTERS (DEF): 7 LEAGUE: Cap 8 SPIRIT GROUP: Cougar Crazies BOOSTER CLUB CONTACT: WFHS Booster Club Tony Pearson, President www.leagueathletics.com/ DivisionSchedule.asp?org=wfrhsabc.com
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Reggie Lucas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Coach Joe Kennedy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Coordinator, Linebackers Blake Brooks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Line Zach Richards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive line Hancel Phipps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Offensive Coordinator, Quarterbacks Glendon Dillard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head JV, Running Backs Jamie Holland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wide Receivers Rodney Ray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Offensive Line Ivan Brazso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Defensive Backs
WFHS Varsity Head Coach Reggie Lucas Profile
YEARS IN POSITION: 6 Years YEARS IN COACHING: 18 Years RECORD AT WFHS: 9-3 OTHER WFHS RESPONSIBILITIES: Healthful Living teacher PREVIOUS COACHING POSITIONS: Head Coach, Wake Forest-Rolesville Middle School (2 years) EDUCATION: Major in Sports Management/Minor in Business at Lenior-Rhyne University; Teacher Certification in Healthful Living, K-12, at Saint Augustine in Raleigh, NC RESIDENCE: Raleigh HOMETOWN: Wake Forest FAMILY: Wife, Erica; son, Lucas (7) INTERESTS: Golf, hanging out with family
What is the team’s defensive strategy for this year? We are a physical defense that will play fundamentally sound football. Coach Wallace Clark, who also has been with the program from the start, does a tremendous job preparing our defense each week. Not only has he invested a lot of time and energy into our program, he is also the emotional leader in this program. He teaches these players to play with fire and intensity. Last season his defense went three weeks without giving up a touchdown. He also is a coach who takes accountability in his players; he works hard and pushes them, then puts his arm around their shoulders and lets them know they did a great job!
What is your analysis of the Cap 8 Conference this season? The Cap 8 is a tremendous conference with a lot of talent. There are many great programs that make each week very challenging. All seven other teams are strong – obviously Leesville, Wake Forest and Wakefield finished above us last season and we will be fighting with them again this season. Also, Millbrook, Broughton, Enloe and Sanderson all have excellent coaches and players. Just two or three snaps in each game could determine success in our league.
How and why did you get into coaching? I was born into the sport of football. My father, Rich McGeorge, was a tight end for the Green Bay Packers. Once he retired, he became a college and professional football coach (Duke University, University of Florida, Miami Dolphins, Green Packers, NC Central, and Shaw University) and I was around it every day. I have been lucky enough to be in the shadows of Lambeau Field and be around some football greats such as Don Shula, Jimmy Johnson, and Steve Spurrier. I have learned different leadership styles, different ways to interact with players/people, and overall integrity.
What do you enjoy most about coaching? I love watching our players grow and become great young men and great football players. It is always an amazing feeling when you watch your seniors bond into a team and enjoy success. I think my fondest memory as a coach has to be the first win for our football program at Heritage. We had a tough opening game and lost by a very large margin, but our players did not let themselves doubt what we were doing – and we were able to return the next week and beat our opponent 30-0. I was very proud of the pride, poise and fight of the program.
The students show an immense amount of pride. Without them, we would not have had the success we had last season. JASON McGEORGE
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As a team, we want to win the conference championship, make the state playoffs, and win the state championship. REGGIE LUCAS Photos by Eliza Kay Photography
Which newcomers are you expecting to contribute this year? We will have several young players coming up from the Junior Varsity team who will have an opportunity to contribute this year. They have worked very hard this offseason, and I think they are ready to step up. We have not had any players move into our district this year. On occasion we will get a transfer in. I think there will be some players in the program get notice because they will be replacing seniors and it’s their time to get recognition. New names to look for: Jamaal Sweet (running back), Jack Denny (offensive lineman), Dustin Wollet (tight end/defensive end), Brooks Cunningham (wide receiver), Desmond Clanton (wide receiver), Sidney Campbell (running back), Joey Jensen (defensive end), Bryson Hester (linebacker), Javon Felder (linebacker), and Matt Anthony (free safety).
What is the team’s offensive strategy for this year? We are known for the Wing T offense, which is traditionally known as a run offense. We do have a solid backfield returning with Bryce Love and Devante Reynolds. Bryce should be a top runner in the state the next two seasons. The biggest difference in this year’s offense will be the passing game. We are stronger than ever at the quarterback position. Mack Moore moved into the starting role halfway through his sophomore year and has gotten better every since. His biggest improvement has been in the weight room this offseason. He has always been able to throw the ball. The 919 Magazine WF
wide receivers have had a great summer. It was nice seeing them step up and compete during our summer 7 on 7 competitions. Teams will have to respect our passing game, along with our running attack. The key will be the offensive line. If they are solid, we will be effective on that side of the ball. Our goal will be to average 28 points each contest.
What is the team’s defensive strategy for this year? We always believe defense is the key to winning championships. In fact last year, we gave up too many points in the three losses we had. We never want to give up over 14 points per game. I’m excited about our defense, with seven returning starters. On the defensive line, we have Antwan Terry and Dexter Lawrence who can dominate in the middle. Jalen Thorpe is solid at defensive end with his aggressiveness and quickness. At linebacker, Norman Cade is the only starter but he is as good as it gets at his position. We have three returning defensive backs: Nic Deluke, Kendall Massey, and Chris Leonard. Those three have played together in the secondary all four years. They know my schemes as well as any secondary I’ve coached. We have the ability to be big up front and quick behind the front line. We have had a solid summer defending the pass and we are excited going into the season. Our goal has always been to stop the run and make teams pass. We do not want to give up big plays. If we continue to get better with reading our keys, we can be solid on defense.
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What kind of support does the HHS student body provide the team? We receive great support from the “Heritage Hooligans,� our student support section. The students show an immense amount of pride. Without them, we would not have had the success we had last season.
What can parents and fans do to assist and support the team?
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Parents and fans can stay positive and show support for the young men involved in the program. The players put in a lot of time and energy into preparing for each week.
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What is your analysis of the Cap 8 Conference this season? As always, I expect the Cap 8 to be a strong conference. Schools have done a good job of hiring good football coaches who know how to build strong programs. The Cap 8 is traditionally one of the top conferences around the state. Every year someone is making it to the 3rd or 4th round of the state playoffs. When you win the Cap 8 Championship, you can say you beat some pretty good football teams. I have great respect for the coaches and athletes in our conference.
How and why did you get into coaching? I played sports all my life growing up as a young man. In high school I played three sports (football, basketball and baseball), and I knew sports was something I wanted to be a part of after college. All my high school coaches had a strong influence on me growing up. I always looked up to them and thought they had the best job in the world. My high school coaches included Rock Harrison and Ron Hales (football); Larry Lindsey and Chuck Hess (basketball); and Fitz Thompson (baseball). In 1994, after graduating from college, Harrison and Hales encouraged me to get into coaching. They gave me an opportunity to work with them at Wake Forest-Rolesville High School, where I played. I wanted to coach so I could work with high school athletes and give back to the community.
school on Friday nights. I tell my athletes all the time to enjoy it because you will miss it when it’s over. Coaching does not pay much money, but it gives you pride and the sport has grown so much over the years – people really get into it. I do realize the impact football has on our athletes, parents, and community. Seeing the support that Wake Forest High has received over the years makes me proud to be the head coach of this program. Every coach wants to win but seeing the kids succeed and grow all around is what I enjoy the most.
What kind of support does the WFHS student body provide the team? We have great support from our student body and staff. The “Cougar Crazies” are the number one fans in Wake County. Our players get fired up when they see them at the games. I love seeing school spirit as a coach. They are like the 12th man on the field. When we travel, the “Cougar Crazies” are right there with us. I would like to get them even more involved this year. I encourage every student to join the group.
What can parents and fans do to assist and support the team? Parents and fans can continue to come out to games and cheer us on. Trentini Stadium is a great place to watch high school football games. Another way to get involved is to join the Wake Forest High School Booster Club.
What do you enjoy most about coaching? I enjoy seeing our athletes benefit from participating in football. Football teaches you life skills that go far beyond the field. It teaches you discipline, hard work, perseverance and much more. I especially like the competition and preparing our players for the games every week. Friday night is a special night for high school football. There is nothing like it. Many professional athletes talk about how they miss playing in high
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Hunger Walk Sept. 29, Funds Meals on Wheels The Wake Forest Lydia Lowie CROP Hunger Walk 2013 is set for Sunday, Sept. 29 – with sign-in at 2:30 p.m. and step-off at 3 p.m. Participants over age 18 are invited to register and start a team online, to join an existing team, or to sign up as independent. Younger participants can participate with their parents or youth leaders – then recruit sponsors to make online charitable donations on behalf of the team or individual. Organized each year by volunteers from local churches, this year’s walk begins and ends at Wake Forest United Methodist Church, 905 South Main St. Organizers hope for at least 250 walkers and at least $12,500 in donations. “Lydia Lowie was a woman who cared about everyone in the Wake Forest community. She drove local children around town to collect money for
UNICEF, worked within the Woman’s Club to befriend and assist international students attending the seminary, taught Sunday School classes, taught adults to read through the local literacy program, and walked for 13 years in the Wake Forest CROP Walk (usually raising the most money),” said Martha Loftin, a co-organizer of this year’s event. “She also made candles for weddings and the candlelight tours, delivered Meals on Wheels, picked up trash along the streets, and was a recipient of the Jefferson Award for outstanding community service in 1991.”
Step at a Time.” A portion of the funds raised here will go to the Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry in Wake Forest. Other funds will provide programs around the world and in the U.S. to end hunger and poverty and to provide disaster relief. Participants are encouraged to bring nonperishable foods to load into the Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry van. Also, under the tent, walkers may participate in writing notes of encouragement to U.S. armed services men and women overseas through a ministry known as M2M, Ministry to Military.
This is the 34th year for the event in For more details and to register online, Wake Forest. About 2,000 cities and towns nationwide join together in interfaithLydia Lowie CROP Hunger 3.5M Walk community CROP WHEN: 3 p.m., Sept. 29 WHERE: Wake Forest United Methodist Church, Hunger Walks, each 905 South Main St. year following the theme BENEFITS: Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry, Wake Forest REGISTRATION: www.cropwalkonline.org/wakeforestnc “Ending Hunger, One
Wake Forest’s Community Theater
presents
by Mary Chase The Pulitzer Prize winning play about a man and his invisible friend, a rabbit named Harvey
October 4-12
Performances at Franklin Academy High School Wake Forest, NC
October 4-5, 11-12 @ 7:30pm October 6 @ 3pm
Ticket information and directions available at
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In fact, Dr. Davis is continuing a long standing tradition of quality dental care as the current owner of the office previously owned by Dr. William Fitts, who faithfully served the Wake Forest community for over 35 years. Born and raised in Raleigh, Davis attended Sanderson High School, where he played baseball; graduated magna cum laude in chemistry from UNC Wilmington in 2005; and received his doctorate at UNC Chapel Hill in 2009. Married to Irene, a dental lab technician, Dr. Davis enjoys traveling and the outdoors. With a desire to assist and work with people, Dr. Davis works on site and considers it a privilege to provide his patients with the utmost in personal care making it a priority to personally call each patient as part of his follow up protocol. Comprehensive services offered
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by Dr. Davis and his staff include a full range of preventative and restorative dental procedures; dental implant placement and restoration, which can offer a great result where indicated at a fraction of the cost of traditional implants; dentistry for children; root canal therapy; ClearCorrect braces; oral surgery; and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Davis also makes it a priority to help in any way he can when emergency dental care is needed. “Our mission is to offer a safe, friendly, and professional environment that provides honest advice, excellent quality, and prompt service,” said Dr. Davis.
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Rolesville’s Big Barbecue Bash Features Live Music, Lots of Fun and Plenty to Eat Rolesville’s 4th Annual Hot Pickin’ Finger Lickin’ BBQ and Bands Festival is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14, at Redford Place (behind the municipal ball fields).
Retreat. A variety of games for children are planned, along with a Piggy Parade, inflatables, vendors, a dance floor, and more.
Sanctioned by the North Carolina Pork Council, the competition will feature whole pig, chicken quarters, and baby back ribs – with contestants competing for cash prizes in several categories. Plates of the barbecue will be available to the public.
Preliminary activities actually begin Sept. 13, with a charity event featuring hot dogs, hamburgers, live music (by the Jim Rich Project) and a woman-less beauty pageant. All proceeds from the pageant go to Cure AHC (alternating hemiplegia of childhood) in support of 5-year old Rolesville resident Matthew Wuchich.
Live entertainment for the event includes headliner East Coast Rhythm and Blues, plus Wil Guyton, the Roy Perry Band, Kasey Tyndall, the Dudley Baggett Band, and Doghouse
The event started in 2010 as part of the “Road to Rolesville” campaign, when the Rolesville Chamber of Commerce was trying to get people from the surrounding areas to come into town to shop. “The event was put together in six weeks and we planned for 500 people,” said the chamber’s Frances Cheek. “The event was a huge success and we had approximately 1,000 to attend.” The event was so successful, in fact, that it’s moved to a new 6.5-acre site this year
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and plans to host as many as 30 barbecue cooking competitors and projects as many as 3,000 people attending. Sanctioned judges will determine the barbecue winners, with local celebrity judges handling the other meat competitions. According to Cheek, this event is the highlight of activities in Rolesville for 2013. “We are expecting people from all over North Carolina to join us and see our wonderful ‘small town with a big heart’,” she said. “We want to promote local talent, local cooks, local vendors, and good ole clean local family oriented fun!” For more information, visit www.rolesvillechamber.org or call 919-562-7069.
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Carolina Massage Therapy Delivers Relief and Results
Carolina Massage Therapy opened its doors in June of 2004 with the goal of helping people in the area get a professional, relaxing, and rejuvenating massage. After searching for — but not finding – the client-focused and therapeutic massage service he sought, Osika opened Carolina Massage Therapy to fill that need. “Each person is different, and we tailor-make the massage sessions to his or her specific needs and only provide what is best for the client’s well-being,” said Osika. Therapeutic massage, the systematic manipulation of soft tissue structures of the body, is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain, and muscle tension, and is helpful for a host of muscle and joint issues such as soft tissue strains and injuries, arthritis, fibromyalgia,
Each person is different, and we tailor-make the massage sessions to his or her specific needs and only provide what is best for the client’s well-being. JOHN OSIKA
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headaches, myofascial pain syndrome, joint pain, and stress. And with more than 30 combined years of training and experience, Carolina Massage therapists have the expertise and passion to get the job done. “After over 12 years in the massage field, I love to come to work each day,” said Osika. “I enjoy working with my clients, doctors, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals in resolving my clients muscle and joint issues.” Beyond relief, Osika and his staff provide the tools and education their clients need to maintain good health including stretching exercises and corrective and preventative behaviors. Carolina Massage licensed therapists work closely with
the chiropractors, physical therapists, personal trainers, and orthopedic doctors on a treatment plan for their clients and are trained in many types of massage techniques to help facilitate the healing and recovery process. In addition, clients can join the membership program and enjoy the benefits of massage throughout the year by scheduling their monthly appointments at a reduced rate. Carolina Massage Therapy is located at 2006 S. Main Street, Ste. 206, Wake Forest. To contact or for more information, call 919-570-6556, email info@carolinamt.com, or visit www.carolinamt.com.
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919 ›› COMMUNITY 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. For information, contact Jill Kuhn at JKuhn@marchofdimes.com or 919-424-2161. Visit www.marchofdimes.com/northcarolina/events_9589.html to register.
18th Annual Weekend Tour of Artists Expands, Combines Galleries, Studios Wake Forest Guild of Artists’18th Annual Weekend Tour of Artists is Sept. 7-8 at galleries in downtown Wake Forest and studios in various locations around the community. Scheduled for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, the event features more than 25 artists in attendance to give demonstrations and to talk about their art.
all other galleries in downtown Wake Forest, and on the Guild’s website (WakeForestGuild.com). The galleries and studios are open to the public, and admission is free. “We encourage art enthusiasts of all ages and interests to explore Wake Forest and to discover our extraordinary community of art and artists,” Massey added. “The Tour of Artists is really all about the process. People can witness first hand a large and diverse group of artists at work utilizing varying techniques, mediums, equipment and styles. So if you are looking for art or inspiration, curious about how it’s done, or wanting to try it for yourself, the Tour of Artists has something for everyone!” The Wake Forest Guild of Artists is comprised of individuals who work in a wide variety of media, including acrylic, oil, and watercolor painting; drawing and pastels; clay arts; photography; fiber, metal, and jewelry arts; glass; and wood.
Maps of the Tour of Artists will be available at the Wake Forest Art & Frame Shop (139 S. White St., at
For more information on the event, contact Massey at 919-562-1688 or beth@wakeforestframeshop.com.
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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 is located at 500 S. Salisbury St.
Wake Forest Celebrates Good Neighbor Day
“Wake Forest prides itself on its artist-friendly atmosphere,” said Wake Forest Guild of Artists President Beth Massey, the owner of the Wake Forest Art & Frame Shop, which is Wake Forest’s 2013 Small Business of the Year. “Because the town of Wake Forest supports the arts so enthusiastically, we have been able to expand participation in this year’s Tour of Artists 125 percent by combining the downtown galleries and studios with those in other locations around town.”
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Wake Forest’s 8th Annual Good Neighbor Day is 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 15, at Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave. The fun-filled free event is appropriate for the entire family and is planned to promote community unity and encourages awareness of unique cultural and economic opportunities. “By bringing together a mix of cultures, music, ages and ethnicity, the event celebrates diversity and promotes goodwill among all of the citizens of Wake Forest,” said Frances Cheek, Town of Wake Forest Human Resources Director. Good Neighbor Day is organized by the Human Relations Council as a way to acknowledge Wake Forest citizens that have made significant contributions to the community in the past year, ending Aug. 15. Nominations for both a youth and adult Good Neighbor of the Year Award are solicited from Wake Forest citizens, churches, schools, homeowner associations, and various civic groups. Last year’s winners included Kyndall DySard, winning the Youth Award; and Art Schwartz, winning the Adult Award. For more information, visit www.wakeforestnc.gov/goodneighborday.aspx or contact Virginia Jones at 919-435-9491 or vjones@wakeforestnc.gov.
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919 ‹‹ COMMUNITY Register Now for Skinny Turkey Thanksgiving Day Half Marathon Looking to shed some holiday calories? Wakefield High School’s Just Think First program invites the community to participate in the Just Think First 5K and Skinny Turkey Half Marathon on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28. This annual WHS fundraiser is held every fall to raise awareness on various topics that affect teens in today’s society, such as violence, sex, drugs, alcohol, gangs, and negative peer pressure. The races start and finish at Wakefield High School, which is located at 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive in North Raleigh. Registration is open for both races. The Just Think First 5K begins at 8 a.m., and the last day to register online is Nov. 18 (students receive a special registration fee of $15). The Skinny Turkey Half Marathon begins at 7:30 a.m., and the last day to register online is Nov. 25. Registration fees vary depending on when you register, and donations can be made online to the Just Think First Group at www.fsseries.com. For inquiries or more information on the two races, please visit www. fsseries.com or call 919-376-9441. Additionally, for more information on the Just Think First program, email vcwells@wcpss.net or call 919-562-3606.
New Pastor Joins Wake Forest Presbyterian Rebekah Maul is the new pastor of the Wake Forest Presbyterian Church. Maul took her new Wake Forest position in August (CONFIRM), leaving her post as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Brandon, FL – which she held since 1996. Previously, she was associate pastor at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Pensacola, FL. A married mother of two (and grandmother of one), she attended Stetson University and received her Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary in Georgia. For more information on Maul and the church, visit www.wakeforestpres.org.
TLC For Bikes Expands North Raleigh Location TLC for Bikes, a full service bike shop in North Raleigh, is celebrating its one year anniversary by expanding its current location. The new larger facility is twice the size of the original, providing an additional 1,000 sq. ft. of space. “We have doubled in size over the last year due to our ability to help people with all their biking needs,” said Wendy Stevens of TLC for Bikes. The expansion allows them to offer several different types of bikes, ranging from mountain bikes to recumbent bikes — with an array of popular brands, such as Torelli, Light Speed, and KHS, to name a few. TLC for Bikes offers convenient service and sales for bike enthusiasts. The new layout provides a space for sales on one side of the shop and repairs on the other side. Gary Smith, owner of TLC for Bikes, is a USAC certified Bicycle Mechanic with more than 30 years experience in bicycle maintenance and training. Expert mechanics and coaches are available at all times for any questions or problems. TLC for Bikes is located in Lafayette Village, 8480 Honeycutt Road, #126, Raleigh. For information, call 919-324-4966, email tlcforbikes@gmail.com, or visit www.tlcforbikes.com.
Parks & Recreation Department Awarded Trails Grant Wake Forest Parks and Recreation Dept. recently received the Kids in Parks TRACK Trails Grant for E. Carroll Joyner Park. Located at 701 Harris Road, the park is one of only 10 in central North Carolina chosen to receive the grant. An initiative of the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation, the Kids in Parks program works with partners throughout the nation to promote children’s health and the health of parks by increasing physical activity and engaging families in outdoor adventures that foster a meaningful connection to the natural and cultural world. Kids in Parks began through a need to combat two common ailments facing today’s young people: Childhood obesity and nature 919 Magazine WF
deficit disorder. Now, through a grant by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation, the TRACK Trails program is partnering with the North Carolina Recreation & Park Association to spread a network of trails across North Carolina, one region at a time. Kids in Parks provides a network of selfguided, kid- and family-friendly hiking trails, called TRACK Trails, that connect various public lands in an attempt to get kids “unplugged,” outdoors and reconnected with nature for their health. Each TRACK Trail provides a series of brochure-led adventures designed to turn an ordinary hike into a fun-filled adventure. Each TRACK Trail location is linked through the Kids in Parks website at www. kidsinparks.com, and youths who participate in the program and register their hikes on September | October 2013
the website earn incentives designed to keep them motivated to explore nature. As part of the grant, this model of selfguided brochure-led adventures will be used to enhance each visit to Joyner Park. For more information, contact Parks and Recreation Urban Forester Evan Keto at 919-435-9565 or eketo@wakeforestnc.gov. www.919Magazine.com
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919 ›› COMMUNITY Sample Foods, Meet Local Business Owners At Wake Forest Chamber Community Expo Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce’s Community Business Expo is 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Campus Ledford Center. The event is designed to help families and homeowners find the right services for their needs, from carpet cleaners to dentists. “Families get to meet the owners of small businesses and support the local economy,” said Gail Bardaxis-Craft, who worked to plan the event for the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce.
Wake Forest Hosting Half Marathon Oct. 27 Hallowed Half Marathon and 10K in Wake Forest is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27, at The Factory in Wake Forest. The Halloween-themed race includes a haunted path that runners circle through and filled with thrills and chills. In addition, the race – which benefits VFW Post 8466 and the Kerr Family YMCA (and YMCA at the Factory) – is part of the first time Fall Triple Crown Series in Raleigh, presented by Signature Races (including the Johnson Lexus Half Marathon on Sept. 21 and the RunRaleigh Half Marathon on Oct. 6). Runners who participate in three races receive a “39.3 Triple Crown” medal. For more information, visit www.signatureraces.com, www.runraleighraces.com or www.midtownraceseries.com.
Additionally, the expo is a great opportunity for companies to maximize their visibility, network with other businesses, and reach out to the community, she said. Attendees at the free event can sample foods from several local restaurants, including Miltons, Texas Road House, and Girsole. “This is an event where you can ask questions and interview potential service providers, taste some great food, have a chance to win an iPad and much, much more,” Bardaxis-Craft noted. For more information on the event, visit www.wakeforestchamber.org. 00123_safe_haven_5k_ad_8.38x10.7_FINAL.pdf
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a two-mile Dog Jog/Family Fun Run and an awards ceremony. Early registration is $25 (by Sept. 13); race day registration is $30. Food trucks, vendors and cats and kittens also will be at the event, which benefits SAFE Haven and its efforts to save the
Wine 101 Opens Second Location in North Raleigh 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.
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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. 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.
919 ‹‹ COMMUNITY Dr. Jim Merrill Takes Helm at WCPSS Dr. Jim Merrill arrived Aug. 1 as the new superintendent at Wake County Public School System.
Esthetics by Caris Now Certified For Treating Oncology Patients Diane Mack, licensed esthetician and owner of Esthetics by Caris in Wake Forest, recently earned a certification to provide esthetic services to oncology patients. Certified by the Skin Therapy Institute, Mack will work with cancer patients suffering from unique skin problems resulting from radiation and chemotherapy treatments. “With my additional training and certification, I am pleased to now offer oncology patients a healthy setting where I provide touch-based healing and restorative skin therapies that improve skin conditions and overall well-being. Esthetics by Caris, located inside Atlas Health & Wellness at 152 Camcom Ave. Suite 104, offers a holistic approach to skin care with organic and natural treatments that rejuvenate the skin and improve all overall health for all individuals. For more information, call 919-604-0646 or visit www.carisskincare.com.
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 AlamanceBurlington 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.
of Education honored him with its Distinguished Leadership Award. 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
Music, Food and Fun Planned at Oct. 5 Rocktoberfest It’s time for the 2nd Annual Rocktoberfest, featuring a live concert stage with a variety of performances, fun activity booths, prizes, food and fun.
For more information, contact Club Director Jessica Bullock at 919-5567266 or jbullock@wakebgc.org.
Benefitting the Wake Forest Boys and Girls Club, the event is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday Oct. 5, at 325 S. Wingate St. The event benefits the local club’s efforts to provide services – such as tutoring, sports, arts and more – to more than 900 youths who visit the facility each month.
Short Takes 02 Fitness has taken over Carolina Health Club at 2109 S. Main St. in Wake Forest…17-year-old Katie Nickels of Wake Forest recently was recognized by Emerald Isle officials for her recent heroic actions to save a three-year-old child who had fallen into a swimming pool at the beach community. Nickels, who was certified in CPR, performed the technique on the youth, who recovered… Longtime assistant Sam Hershey is the new Wake Forest High School softball coach, replacing Doug Kinsman. Kinsman, who is leaving to work in Utah after his wife accepted a job transfer to Salt Lake City, spent 13 years at the school and led 919 Magazine WF
the team to a North Carolina state championship appearance last spring. His teams once compiled 143 consecutive conference victories, a streak that ended last April. Hershey also coaches the school’s wrestling team…For the 23rd consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association of the U.S. and Canada awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the Town of Wake Forest. The honor is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting…Jermaine Evans is the new Rolesville High School football coach… Wake County Manager David Cooke plans September | October 2013
to retire in November. He has held his position for 13 years…North Wake Leads Group, which meets weekly on Tuesday mornings at Pick A Class in downtown Wake Forest, helps sponsor children to attend STAR Children Relief/Camp Ray of Hope, which is dedicated to providing a life-changing life experience to youths suffering from a chronic illness…Body Bliss Salon and Spa is now open at 10520 Ligon Mill Road, Suites 116 and 120 in Wake Forest…Ben Daniels joined Wake Forest High as women’s basketball head coach, replacing Amy Sarratt. Formerly of Bunn High School, he will also coach JV boys soccer… www.919Magazine.com
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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 son’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 don’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.
10/5 Making Strides 5K Walk 9 am-12 pm North Hills Mall 4300 Six Forks Rd 919-334-5241 tracey.smith@cancer.org www.makingstrides.acsevents.org
10/6 PinkFest 2-5 pm Renaissance Raleigh Hotel 4100 Main at North Hills St 919-493-CURE (2873) registration@komennctriangle.org www.komennctc.org
10/10 Pink Play Day
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Photographer’s Formula for Success: People + Photos = Joy Liz Pitman, staff photographer for 919 Magazine’s Wake Forest and Wakefield editions, loves how what she does provides a close connection to people.
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“I love that the journey of my life has come to the place where my passion for photography enables me to connect with all kinds of people and gives me the opportunity to bring joy to their lives,” said the Wake Forest resident and owner of eliza kay photography. Having a diverse background that includes positions as event manager, flight attendant, and office manager, Liz treasures her roles as professional photographer and business owner. It’s through her experiences that she recognized her formula for success: People + Photos = Joy. After living in the North, on both coasts and many points in-between, Pitman happily now calls the South home – having relocated to Wake Forest last year. “I’ve enjoyed learning about the town, its history and surroundings as I photograph for 919 Magazine and my own clients,” she said. “The more I
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learn about Wake Forest and all it offers, the more blessed I feel to live here.” Having worked as a model, Liz knows first-hand that it can be awkward in front of a camera. “I feel that my experience allows me to help clients feel more comfortable during their sessions,” explained Pitman, who received her art degree from MTSU. She specializes in natural light photography – creating corporate headshots, family portraits, and capturing special events from maternity and newborns, to high school senior portraits. In her free time, Pitman enjoys doing do-it-yourself projects, exploring new places, and checking things off her bucket list. She is an encourager, aunt, triathlete, and a dessert enthusiast. “I strive to live life to the fullest, and desire to capture the joy in my clients’ lives in every picture!” Pitman can be reached at 919.437.1488 or liz@elizakay.com.
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Improving Results for Students
Ultimate-Outcomes Provides Proven Approaches To Overcome Learning Challenges and Behaviors Educator and behavioral specialist Betty Brandon understands the characteristics associated with developing children, teens, and those with educational and behavioral challenges or autism. Brandon offers tutoring, enrichment programs, and educational and behavioral therapy for typically developing children – and for those on the autism spectrum through her work as the owner of Ultimate-Outcomes. “My goal is to help improve outcomes and generally make life easier for everyone,” said Brandon. A lifelong learner who instills the same desire in others, Brandon launched Ultimate-Outcomes in 2010 while earning a second Master’s Certificate in applied behavior analysis from the Florida Institute of Technology. “Working with typically developing children and with those on the autism spectrum has always been my passion,” said Brandon. This passion, combined with her diverse background and impressive education credentials, arms Brandon to help her clients achieve real and measureable results. By effectively using a four step approach tailored to each client’s specific needs, Brandon
My goal is to help improve outcomes and generally make life easier for everyone. BETTY BRANDON
develops and implements a targeted unique set of talents together,” said plan to address learning challenges Brandon. “With these skill sets, I and behaviors through modification am able to provide tailor made or change (based upon the needs and programs for every individual.” desires of the individuals involved). Her proven approaches include a thorough assessment, understanding the client’s needs, defining goals, planning, and building capabilities and confidence. Through the use of systematic teaching (emphasizing what the individual should know and do) and a focus on functional skills (learning that has a purpose in the world), Brandon provides group or individual instruction and teaches life skills and literacy. In addition, Brandon Photosby Eliza Kay Photography provides direction and assists in understanding how to cope with behavioral or Ultimate-Outcomes is located at personal problems such as bullying. 14460 New Falls of the Neuse Road, #149205. For more information, call 919-696-4404, “My diverse educational and email BABrandon@aol.com, or professional background brings a
Ultimate-Outcomes OWNER: Betty Brandon (BA psychology; MA Ed. & Human Development; MA Cert. Applied Behavior Analysis; NC Licensed teacher; CCMA (certified clinical medical assistant) YEAR OPENED: 2010 ADDRESS: 14460 New Falls of the Neuse Rd., #149205 WEBSITE: www.Ultimate-Outcomes.com EMAIL: BABrandon@aol.com PHONE: 919-696-4404
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Heritage High School
Fall Varsity Sports Preview Football HEAD COACH:
Jason McGeorge
YEARS IN POSITION: 4
YEARS IN POSITION: 2 OTHER COACHES:
Thomas Ferrara
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 28, 5 pm at Leesville Road
2012-13 RECORD:
Cap 8 6th Place
2012-13 HONORS:
Grant Rogers, All-Conference
COACH’S OUTLOOK:
OTHER COACHES:
Charles Johnson, Wallace Clark,
Bob Winstead, Mike Doyle, Leslie Epps,
Billy Williams, Brad Fournier
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
to improve in numbers and finish strong in conference.
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 23, 7 pm vs Holly Springs (home)
Women’s Golf
Our men’s team returns several runners that look to improve in the conference standings. Our women’s team is looking
2012-13 RECORD: 6-6
HEAD COACH:
2012-13 PLAYOFFS: 0-1 (lost to Leesville Road in 1st Round)
YEARS IN POSITION: 3
Ronnie Reitz
2012-13 HONORS: N/A
PRACTICE BEGINS:
COACH’S OUTLOOK:
FIRST MATCH: TBD
We are a very athletic team with a lot of potential. We also have
2012-13 RECORD:
many returning lettermen that can help our team improve.
2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A 2012-13 HONORS:
Women’s Tennis HEAD COACH:
Aug. 7 (Aug. 8 for new members) Won the Cap 8
Rhea Batia, MVP; Kendra Dalton,
All-Conference
John Fisher
COACH’S OUTLOOK:
YEARS IN POSITION: First year
Looking for another strong year and defend our Cap 8
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
FIRST MATCH:
Aug. 19, 3:30 pm vs. Athens Drive
Conference Championship.
(home)
Women’s Volleyball
2012-13 RECORD: 4-13
HEAD COACH:
Branden Green
COACH’S OUTLOOK: All of our players from last year are returning. We have a seniorladen squad, and we are ready to advance further up the Cap 8 Conference standings. We have experience, and we certainly hope to use that to our advantage.
Cheerleading HEAD COACH:
Sarah Moore
YEARS IN POSITION: 1 OTHER COACHES:
Drea Gentile
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
FIRST COMPETITION: TBD COACH’S OUTLOOK: We are looking to improve on last year’s performance, and place well in the competitions that we have scheduled.
Men’s, Women’s Cross Country HEAD COACHES:
Tony Piercy, Thomas Hampton
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Fall Varsity Sports Preview
PRACTICE BEGINS:
1-13 conference; 2-14 overall
2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A
Reggie Lucas
YEARS IN POSITION: 6 OTHER COACHES:
Joe Kennedy, Blake Brooks,
Zach Richards, Hancel Phipps,
Glendon Dillard, Jamie Holland,
Rodney Ray, Ivan Brazso
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 23, 7 pm vs. Panther Creek (home)
2012-13 HONORS:
All players earned Academic
All-Conference status
(3.5 GPA held during competitive
season)
COACH’S OUTLOOK: We are starting with almost a fresh team. We will be
2012-13 RECORD: 9-3 2012-13 PLAYOFFS: Lost in 1st Round
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FIRST MATCH: TBD 2012-13 RECORD:
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YEARS IN POSITION: First Year
in better fitness shape and have taken this sport more seriously, playing throughout the year on various competitive teams. I believe Wake Forest Tennis will no
longer hold the bottom place of the conference, and I am
2012-13 HONORS: N/A
really excited about this next season with the girls. They are
COACH’S OUTLOOK: I expect our seniors to be our leaders. We will have several
a great group of people and their parents are so supportive!
young players coming up from our JV team to contribute this
Men’s, Women’s Cross Country
year, and they have worked extremely hard this off-season and
HEAD COACH:
I think they are ready to step up.
YEARS IN POSITION: 7
Cheerleading
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
HEAD COACH:
Robbin Faulkner
YEARS IN POSITION: 13 OTHER COACHES:
Calandra Blount (JV coach)
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 12
COACH’S OUTLOOK: We are looking forward to a productive season. Our number one priority is to support our sports teams. We take pride in promoting school spirit and leading our community, parents, and Cougar Crazies on game night.
Men, 11-10; Women, 11-10
at Regionals
2012-13 HONORS:
Grace Yoakum
(2nd Team, All-Conference)
COACH’S OUTLOOK: I’m looking to improve on last year’s performances. We have a lot of juniors and seniors on the team this year. If
HEAD COACH:
Aug. 1
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 19, 6:30 pm vs Green Hope (home)
2012-13 RECORD:
6-14-1
Kevin Lynch
YEARS IN POSITION: 3 PRACTICE BEGINS:
Week of Aug. 5
FIRST MATCH: TBD
2012-13 PLAYOFFS: N/A
2012-13 RECORD:
2012-13 HONORS: N/A
3rd in Cap 8 Conference
2012-13 PLAYOFFS: 4 girls qualified for Regionals;
COACH’S OUTLOOK: We should be a more consistent team with a good group of younger talent to go along with a solid core group of seniors.
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2012-13 RECORD:
Women’s Golf
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Cyndi Keller
at Flaherty Park
position to be more competitive in the conference this year.
Jeremiah Mattingly
YEARS IN POSITION: 3
HEAD COACH:
Aug. 19, 6 pm vs North Nash
they work hard this summer, it will put them in a good
Men’s Soccer
Women’s Tennis
FIRST MEET:
2012-13 PLAYOFFS: Men placed 16th, Women 12th
FIRST COMPETION: TBD
HEAD COACH:
Patrick Marshall
3 qualified for States
2012-13 HONORS:
Amanda Levy, 17th at States
(3-year All-Conference,
All-Regional); Samantha Bennett
and Madie Fingers also had good
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Rolesville High School
Fall Varsity Sports Preview Women’s Tennis HEAD COACH:
OTHER COACHES:
Tara Barthelmess (Assistant/JV)
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 6
FIRST COMPETITION: TBD COACH’S OUTLOOK:
Jeanne Pastorius
I am expecting great things for Rolesville Cheerleading. Our
YEARS IN POSITION: First Year
goal for this year is to build a strong program that promotes
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
school spirit for Rolesville High School and the community.
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 19 at Southeast Raleigh
Go Rams!
COACH’S OUTLOOK:
Women’s Golf
We are excited to initiate and develop a tennis program at
HEAD COACH:
Rolesville that will enjoy competition in the Greater Neuse River
YEARS IN POSITION: First Year
Conference, but also one that reflects Ram pride, sportsmanship
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
and team community. We are a young team, and we are
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 20, 4 pm at Southeast Raleigh
looking forward to learning as we grow and compete.
COACH’S OUTLOOK:
Men’s Soccer
I look forward to coaching the first golf team at Rolesville
HEAD COACH:
James Overman
Chris Haugen
High School. It’s an honor to be working with our student-
YEARS IN POSITION: First Year
athletes and beginning a new program. We are excited to
OTHER COACHES:
Michelle D’Orazio
practice hard and compete in the Greater Neuse Conference.
PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 19, 6:30 pm vs Southeast Raleigh
(home) COACH’S OUTLOOK: We will be a young team this season, but I expect to see a lot of growth from our players over the course of the season, and I think we will surprise a few people.
Men’s, Women’s Cross Country HEAD COACH:
Michael Grether
YEARS IN POSITION: First Year PRACTICE BEGINS:
Aug. 1
FIRST GAME:
Aug. 24 at Wendell
Early Bird Invitational
COACH’S OUTLOOK: I am very excited about building a championship caliber program at RHS. I believe we can be quite competitive very quickly in the GRNC.
Cheerleading HEAD COACH:
Beth Duckett
YEARS IN POSITION: First Year
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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: Leesville/Creedmoor Road Edition After back-to-back Cap 8 Conference football titles, can Leesville Road High School repeat? It may just depend on how highly recruited allpurpose senior Braxton Berrios can perform with every other team in North Raleigh keying on him.
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: 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 WF
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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.
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.
Approval of the building program would result in 11 new elementary schools; three middle schools; and two high schools. In addition, significant renovations
For more information, visit www.wcpss.net.
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Crouse Grateful for WFHS Teacher of Year Honor Victoria Crouse was recently recognized by her colleagues as the Wake Forest High School Teacher of the Year. An English instructor, she expressed gratitude for the honor. “I am most grateful for my colleagues constant support every day as I work with students,” said Crouse, who began her teaching career at WFHS in 1995. “Through regular collaboration and with their encouragement, my colleagues help make me a better educator.” A true product of the Wake Forest area, Crouse attended Wake Forest Elementary, Wake Forest-Rolesville Middle, and Wake Forest High School. “I’ve only taught at Wake Forest High School. I was a graduate of the school in 1990 and waited a year for a position to open at my alma mater,” she said. “In that year between graduation
from college and accepting a full-time teaching position, I worked as a substitute teacher for the school.”
Victoria Crouse
Crouse earned her BA in English and a certification in secondary education from UNC-Charlotte and was part of the North Carolina Teaching Fellows program at the university. As a National Board Certified teacher, Crouse teaches senior level and AP English courses and is the Forester Yearbook program advisor. Over the years, not only has Crouse taught English at all grade levels, she has also taught acting and technical theatre courses.
Lindsay Tobin, Hana Jenkins Win First Year Teacher Awards Rolesville Middle School’s Lindsay Tobin and Wake Forest High School’s Hana Aase Jenkins were honored earlier this year with the Diane Kent-Parker First Year Teacher Award at the Wake County Teacher of the Year Banquet. Tobin and Jenkins were recognized by their peers for their ‘quest for professional and personal excellence’ and dedication to their students. Tobin, an Appalachian State University graduate, teaches the ID Moderate course, which is a self-contained special education class at Rolesville Middle School. With Rolesville Middle opening in 2012, Tobin noted that she was granted a unique opportunity to enter her first year as a teacher at a brand new school. “I felt honored to have been able to receive this award. Many people have shared with me that Diane Kent-Parker was a remarkable woman, and it is a privilege to be able to receive an award that was named after her,” she said. “I could not ask to be at a better school. The support that I have received from my fellow staff members and administration has been incredible. Helping to start a new program at a school is not an easy task, but I have had people walking along side of me every step of the way. September | October 2013
Rolesville Middle School has a family type atmosphere and I feel very blessed to be a part of this team!”
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Jenkins Hana Jenkins has a music education degree with an emphasis on strings from Appalachian State University. She teaches orchestra at Wake Forest High School, which includes the beginning through honors levels, grades 9-12. Additionally, she has been teaching private violin and viola lessons since 2007. Jenkins is quite modest about receiving the honor. “At first I didn’t know why I, of all people, was getting the award. I’m grateful that I’ve been recognized, but I will be the first to tell you that a lot of the things I implement in my classroom are products of having wonderful teachers and mentors in my life,” she said. “I look forward to helping other first year teachers get their feet under them through the recognition this award allows.” www.919Magazine.com
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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
#3
Morrisville
#1
Wake Forest
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The Best Cities In North Carolina For Young Families The list was compiled by considering public school ratings, average home value, ongoing cost of homeownership, average income and economic growth. SOURCE: NerdWallet September | October 2013
SOURCE: Forbes magazine
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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