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Making a Splash at Freedom Park Eden Mayor Neville Hall officiated at the July 9th Ribbon Cutting of Eden’s newest attraction, the Freedom Park Splash Pad at 121 N. Edgewood Rd. With water fun for all ages, this zero depth water park is expected to make quite a splash in the town. Council persons Jim Burnette, Bernie Moore, Gerald Ellis, Jerry Epps, Sylvia Grogan, Darryl Carter and Angela Hampton

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The explosion of Eden’s KFC was felt for miles. It was reported by citizens that people in Central, Draper, Spray and Leaksville were woken by the explosion and its vibration. On Thursday, July 11, 2019, at approximately 12:37am Rockingham County C-com 911 communication center received multiple 911 calls concerning a building explosion at Kentucky Fried Chicken located at 125 N Van Buren Road in Eden. The Eden Police, Eden Fire, Rockingham County EMS and the Eden Rescue Squad were dispatched to Kentucky Fried Chicken. Upon arrival, first responders found the building to be completely destroyed with a large debris field radiating from the business. There were pieces in trees, at surrounding businesses, across the multilane highway, and the building itself was a large pile of rubble.

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Planet Fitness, one of the largest fitness club franchises with over 1,700 clubs in the U.S. and abroad, will open an Eden, NC location soon. They will be located at 220 W Kings Hwy in Kingsway Plaza between Dollar Tree and Kingsway 4 Cinema. The approximately 19,000 square foot facility will consume three currently vacant shopping center spaces. This will be an all-new Planet Fitness with state-of-the-art equipment, friendly staff, free fitness training, and a Black Card spa. They will offer The Black Card membership, an upgraded membership option, which includes access to nationwide Planet Fitness locations, access to tanning beds, hydro-massage lounges,

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as well as City Manager Brad Corcoran, Parks & Recreation Director Johnny Farmer, were specially thanked for their work in bringing this project to fruition. There were many others thanked including Vortex, contractor for the instalation of the Splash Pad and Cirrus Construction for the bath house construction.

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The official opening of the Draper Public Space

Our citizen guided program: Positively Eden Strategic Plan calls for focusing on quality of place as a key economic development strategy with initiatives to improve the attractiveness of

the city’s gathering places. The Strategic Planning Committee and later commission saw that the Draper section of Eden deserved an appealing space to share with the community.

In early 2018 forces began to work to make this space shroud the blight of decay to become a gathering point that the city could take pride in . It was designed to be appealing

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and appropriate with its surroundings. Randy Hunt, Main Street Manager of Eden said, “The weather did us no favor to reach our targeted completion dates.” The new pocket park has a rugged industrial look that compliments the rich manufacturing heritage of Draper and embraces the strong spirit of Draper and the strength of true Americana. Special thanks are in order for everyone who worked to complete this space. Cindy Adams was the linchpin of the operation as well as the aesthetic designer. Kelly Stultz guided the finances of the project. Paul Dishmon and his department at Public Works performed an enormous amount of work. Local vendors like Tri City Glass, Biggs Dustless Blasting, Steve Rippy, Ray Lewis, Webb Irving, Tommy Hall, Brandon Hardison and Merritt Electric all assisted with the project. City of Eden Street Department, Collections and Distribution have been a big help. Everyone even though not mentioned, who contributed to the project, please know you are appreciated for your efforts. Mayor Pro tem Jim Burnett had the honor of cutting the ribbon with city employess and officials as well as all the others who helped in the project. Notice of Discharge of Untreated Sewage In accordance with regulation, the following notice has been prepared and issued to the media in Rockingham County. The City of Eden had a discharge of untreated sewage to the Dan River reported coming from a pipe located east of 676 Lyrock Street on July 16, 2019, at 11:00 AM. The overflow continued for 6 hours and 32 minutes, ceasing at 5:32 AM PM the same day once the inlet of the pipe was plugged. A total of 4,000 gallons of untreated sewage was lost, flowing into the Dan River. The North Carolina Division of Water Resources was notified of the event on July 17, 2019 and is reviewing the matter. For more information, contact Water and Sewer Construction Projects Manager, Mark Bullins. Mark Bullins Water and Sewer Construction Projects Manager P. O. Box 70 Eden, North Carolina 27289 Telephone: (336) 623-7789-ext 3033.

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Preppy Pirate Grand Opening with special concert by—The Voice Winner Javier Colon!

Eden native Chris Nelson is opening The Company Store of Preppy Pirate Outfitters at 647 Washington Street. His store will be open from 11:00am-6:00pm on both Thursday, August 1st and Friday, August 2nd. On Friday at 6:00pm, a Grand Opening will be conducted by the Eden Chamber of Commerce. The first 100 customers to

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shop Thursday August 1st and Friday August 2nd will receive a courtesy ticket to re-enter the store at 6pm August 2nd for a free private in store concert by American singer-songwriter and The Voice Season 1 winner Javier Colon. Javier has performed with such diverse acts as Joss Stone, Darius Rucker, the Indigo Girls, Stevie Nicks, Adam

Levine, and Anthony Hamilton, and recorded an Extended Play Record on his own label, Javier Colon Music. On stage, Javier's primary instruments are steel and nylon stringed acoustic guitars. Preppy Pirate Outfitters is a coastal theme clothing brand featuring the coolest bow tie wearing pirate in all the land. Hats, shirts, hoodies and more are available at the new

Eden store, on-line, and at the many concerts and events attended by Chris and his wife Erin. “We wanted to open this store to showcase our popular clothing items and be part of the new investment in our hometown,” stated Nelson. “The August 2nd concert is a great opportunity for customers to see a nationally known, talented musician play right here in Eden.”

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EMERGENCY SERVICES

The Annual Anita’s Angels Relay for Life Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament will be held September 7, 2019 at Oak Hills Golf Club, 436 East Stadium Drive, Eden, North Carolina. The Four Person Captain’s Choice has an entry fee of $50 per player. Golfers and Teams wishing to register may call Keith Jennette at (910) 2142088 or email him at walrus127@ yahoo.com. Registration and lunch will begin at noon and the shotgun start will be at 1:00 PM. Your entry fee includes lunch, golf and cart, range balls and door prizes. Make your check payable to Anita’s Angels. All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. Hole sponsorships are also available. $100 gets you or your business advertisement at a hole on the course, one player’s entry fee and advertisement at all Anita’s Angels events through May 2020. Please contact Anita Jennette (336) 432-7070 for more sponsorship information.

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Mr. Robert Allen Abbott Nancy Evelyn McKinney Adkins, 57 Larry Donnell Bolden Mary Adkins Brown, 70 - Eden Rachel Sapp Brown, 76 - Stoneville Zelma Locklear Brewer - Reidsville Gary Dean Brame, Sr., 65 Wilma Smith Bullins, 83 Pauline “Polly” Alley Burke, 97 - Stoneville Anthony Dwayne Burrell Richard Buckley Copeland, 84 - Eden James Constant “Jimmy” Cooke, 80 - Reidsville Joseph Paul Craddock, 82 - Eden Chestina Evans Coleman, 92 - Reidville Ruth Elizabeth Landreth Coleman, 90 Bruce Edward Crawford, 79 - Stoneville Betty Harmon Dixon, 75 James Alfred DeHart, 66 - Eden Andrew Jackson Dennis, Jr - Eden Jill Lauren Dyer, 47-Eden Betty Young Eggleston, 86 - Eden Jeffery Wayne Evans, 50 - Eden Wayne Joyce Evans, 80 - Stoneville Bryant “Jeff” Ellington, 58 Virginia Lee Williams Finney, 81 - Eden Sylvia Marie Shelton Lawson Fain Linda Kay Overby French, 72 - Reidsville Tommy Lewis Goins, 59 - Stoneville Wendy Gail Gunn, 57 Ruth Gauldin Garrett - Reidsville Michael Anthony Giles, Sr., 72 - Eden Judy Wilson Gallegos, 73 - Reidsville Carolyn Hallman Gonzalez, 62 - Eden Dorothy Page Gilmore, 90 - RC Aaron Paul Harrison, 55 - Walnut Cove Edward Lewis Hooper - Reidsville Betty J. Huston, 78 - Madison Mae Frances Lemons Harris, 80 Huel Thomas Hovatter, Sr., 85 - Ruffin Laura “Sue” Knight Hall, 86 - Eden Janice Marie Cummings Hairston - Reidsville Ronnie Godfrey Harrison - Reidsville Tammy Darlene Hale, 55 - Eden Della Mae Braham Hodge, 59 - Stoneville Giles (sometimes called Dan) Ledermann, 81 - RC Anner Edwards Thomas Lawson, 80 Robert “Earl” Lemons, 66 - Eden Margaret Basham Martin Hearp Love, 93 - Reidsville David Reid Joyce, Jr., 92 - Eden Jocelyn Ross Kastenbaum, 63 James Bernard Kirks, Jr., 61 - Eden Stephen “Stevie” Lamont Lee, 48 Manuel Duque Luna, 65 Bobby Howard Lester, 87 David Franklin Moore, 79 - Reidsville

Franklin “Frank” Andy Mabe, 79 Mrs. Kelly Diane (Krahn) Martin Howard W. Mizell Jr., 87 - Eden Kenneth George McGrath, 88 Bobbye Hardy McAlister, 78 - RC Blane Massey, 83 - Eden William Roger Moore, 70 James Marrion Meeks, 54 - Eden Marian “Jack” Tucker McCollum Georgia “Dink” Collins Martin, 80 Susan Kemp Nelson, 52 Randy Neal - Reidsville Phillip Wylie Newton, 53 Jack Anderson O’Neal, 87 Louise Mitchell Parker, 104 ½ David Stanley “Stan” Pearman, 83 Jean Evans Purgason, 66 - Ruffin Irving Theodore Peckham, 89 - Madison Juanita “Becky” Pruitt, 61 - Reidsville Christopher Lee Patton Sr. “Sam” William Curtis Pass - Reidsville James Anthony Richardson (Tony), 76 - Mayodan Raul Episfanio Reyes - Reidsville Sherry Ann Rosenberger, 57 - Eden Alma Pytyle Amos Reynolds, 89 - Eden Amy Frances Robinson, 51 - Reidsville Donald Roberts - Reidville Ms. Perlie M. Roberts James Anthony Richardson (Tony), 76 - Mayodan William (Bill) Roach, 75 Ruth Roberts Spain, 92 - Eden Ms. Joyce Lynn Saeger, 70 - Eden Glenda Curry Selman, 61 Daniel William “Bill” Southard, 88 - Eden Frances Earl Stephens, 102 Janet Wagner Southern, 68 - RC Nathan Jones Shelton, 59 - Madison Cameron Blake Swayne, 22 - Eden Dennis Lee Shaw, 58 Dorothy Loye Short, 87 George Thomas Sparks, 81 - Stoneville Daisy Veta Mullins Stevenson - Reidsville Virginia Sharpe, 92 - Reidsville Inez Albert Sharpe, 86 Edward Wayne Thomas, 72 - Stoneville Napoleon Junior “Cotton” Turner IV, 65 Joann Kimbro Tate, 79 - RC Doris Ann Joyce Whitehead, 80 Donald "Donnie" Wayne Warren, Sr., 80 - Eden Sara Orren Yount, 98 - Reidsville Baby William Eugene-Thomas Wilson Edna Withers Beatrice Watkins - Reidsville Patricia Pinegar Victoria, 60

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Struggling to get your Social Security Disability benefits?

Free community seminars offered We all have heard the horror stories of friends and family trying to file their disability with the Social Security Administration and being denied, over and over. The unending red tape can be daunting to even the most seasoned professional. But now there is help. Rosemary Kennedy, ACP, NCCP, is here to help take the pressure off of the entire situation. Kennedy worked some 20 years with Attorney Deborah Maury in the Social Security specialty area, as well as on staff with former Senator Kay Hagan helping people stuck in the Social Security disability system. In the latter position, she handled a caseload of up to 850 cases at a time, and did it very well. She also spent time working with then Attorney Richard W. Stone when he was with Maddrey, Medlin and Stone. Stone is a retired Judge with the Rockingham County Superior Court. Her dream is to help people cut through the infamous red tape of the Social Security Disability process. Kennedy graduated from RCC with an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Technology. During all this work in Social Security, she also found the time to earn two certificates for Certified Legal Assistant and Advanced Certified Paralegal in Social Security Disability from the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). To help those in need she will have two Lunch and Learn Seminars, one in Eden and one in Reidsville in August. On August 15th at 1pm at the Eden Chamber of Commerce and August 29th at 12 noon at the Reidsville

Chamber of Commerce. Be sure to call the Chamber of your choice to reserve your space today! Kennedy will present these free Social Security Disability seminars which are open to the public. If you have questions about Social Security disability or wish to schedule a free consultation, you should attend this seminar. This free seminar will provide general information about Social Security disability and specific answers to your questions. Kennedy goes on to explain that Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) are for those who have worked five out of the last 10 years and if they are approved, they will also be eligible for Medicare. As with Supplemental Security Income (SSI), this is a needs-based program and if approved the person would be eligible for Medicaid. Offering in depth Social Security Disability advice, Kennedy wants to help with what to do and not do in your personal situation. There will also be several Social Security handouts for additional helpful up-to-date information on what is going on with Social Secuirty. The Goal is to educate the public and help citizens work though their Social Security Disability problems. For a personal consultation Kennedy Disability Services office is located at 125 N. Main Street, Reidsville, near Annie Penn Hospital. This location is by appointment only. You may also call (336) 613-6566 to schedule a FREE consultation to discuss your Social Security Disability issues.

Garden of Eden Senior Center

All Events are Free and open to the public unless otherwise listed. The Garden of Eden Senior Center is located at 508 Orchard Dr, Eden, NC 27288 (336) 627-4711. Mon - Fri. 8am - 5pm . • Friends Club –Meetings are held every Tuesday at the center at 10am. On the 4th Tuesday of the month we will have a lunch outing, so we meet at 11 or earlier depending on where we are going for lunch. Call 336-6274711 for details • Legal Aid will be on the second Thursday of each month. You must call 1-877-579-7562 or 1-800-951-2257 appt. • Exercise -with us on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00 inside. Sit down or stand up class using resistance bands, balls, and hand held weights. • Walking Group – Morgan Road Track from 8:30-9am Monday, Wednesday and Friday. • Play Mah Jongg – Thurs.at 11 am Come and learn or play. • Rook - Please show up at The Garden of Eden Senior Center by 12:45 and play from 1 pm-4 pm on Wednesdays. • Hand and Foot – Please show up at The Garden of Eden Senior Center by 12:45 on Tuesdays • Phase 10 on Fridays at 10 am • Bingo at *** 9am on Monday,

August 19th and at 10:00 with Brookdale FREE (great prizes, fellowship and fun) • Open Craft time - Fridays at 1 pm bring your own craft or work on one we have. Call for information on what is available. • Acrylic (or your preference oil, pastel or watercolor paint class on Thursdays at 9:30. $6 per class. Classes are ongoing. Call 336-627-4711 for more info. • Pickle ball players. We play every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30- 11 and Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 in the evening at Mill Ave. Recreation Center. Call Carla for info @ 336-627-4711 • Bocce- Mondays and Thursdays at 10 am • Dominos – (chicken foot) Tuesdays at 11 am. • Quilt Guild – Meet once a month. Call for more info. • Money Smarts for Older Adults – August 19th at 1 pm. (financial literacy) Learn how to protect your money and avoid scams. Call to register.

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Keep Your Child Healthy Vaccinate!

How much damage can one small study do? 21 years after British researchers published a paper saying the MMR vaccine caused autism, the fall out continues. Never mind that the study only included 12 subjects. Or that the journal that published it retracted it. Or that countless – and better executed – studies have debunked it. The damage was done. 21 years later, the rate of unvaccinated children continues to rise, and diseases once considered eradicated are making a dangerous return. Keep your children healthy – vaccinate. Balancing the benefits vs. risks Documented side effects for children from vaccines are minor – low-grade fever, fussiness, and soreness. Serious side effects such as seizures are rare. Do parents have a right to be concerned? Of course, but leaving your child unvaccinated exposes them to the far greater risk of contracting a potentially serious disease that can be avoided. It also protects people around you who can’t be vaccinated due to medical reasons, including vulnerable infants and those with reduced immunity. The benefits of vaccinating your child far outweigh the small risk. On-time vaccinations protect your children Not delaying vaccinations and adhering to the schedule recommended by your doctor protects your child before they can be exposed. For your child (Note: Many vaccines require multiple doses to build immunity) Prior to age 2: • Hepatitis B vaccine (HepB): Protects against contagious liver disease • Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccine (DTaP): Protections include whooping cough • Pneumococcal (PCV13): Protects against pneumococcal pneumonia, bacteremia, meningitis, and otitis media (middle ear infection). • Polio vaccine (IPV) • Chickenpox vaccine (varicella) • Hepatitis A • Rotavirus vaccine (RV): Protects against a common cause of infant diarrhea • Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine (MMR) • Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib): Protects against Hib, a leading cause of bacterial meningitis • Flu vaccine: All children over 6 mos. of age should receive a seasonal flu vaccination annually Aged 3-10: • Chickenpox vaccine (varicella) • Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccine (DTaP) • Flu vaccine (annually) • Measles, mumps, rubella vaccine (MMR) • Polio vaccine (IPV) Aged 11-12: • Human papillomavirus vaccine (HPV): Protects against the types of HPV that cause most cervical cancers; given in three shots over a six-month period and recommended for both boys & girls • Serogroup B meningococcal vaccine: Protects against one type of meningococcal bacteria, which can cause serious and even deadly infections, including meningitis • Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis vaccine (Tdap) • Flu vaccine (annually) • “Catch-up” vaccines: HepB, polio, MMR and varicella vaccines, if they were not received when younger College age: • Before you child heads off the college, check with their doctor to make sure they are current on all vaccinations, including protections against HPV and meningitis. WE’RE HERE TO HELP If you have questions or concerns about vaccines for you or your child, talk to our pharmacist – we are always happy to help! Nothing herein constitutes medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or is a substitute for professional advice. You should always seek the advice of your physician or other medical professional if you have questions or concerns about a medical condition.

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Gearing up for going out

Clint Simpson, Greg Light, John Edwards presented with vests by Mays

It’s always a plus when items used in that community are actually made in that community. And that is the case when it comes to the lifesaving protection provided to our local Eden Police Department by KDH Defense Systems. Representatives of the Eden Police Department, Chief Greg Light, Deputy Chief Clint Simpson and Captain John Edwards recently were welcomed by the KDH officials to see how their new body armor was produced from beginning to end. Also welcomed at the event were Eden Mayor Neville Hall, councilmen Jim Burnette, Bernie Moore, and Jerry Ellis. Guided by James Mays, Director of Plant Operations, Shannon Millner and Melanie Curry, city officials and law

enforcement were introduced to the facility and its many stations producing their bullet proof vests. Eden Police are at this time replacing 20 vests that are out of date. These units have to be replaced every 5 years. As others date out, they will be replaced, also. Each vest is designed and fitted to each individual officer. Each were measured earlier this year and are given their own jacket with their name and a serial number inside. Eden decided to use KDH for their vests because they have a quality product and are right here in our community, where you can deal with them face to face. Mays and staff said they were very proud to deliver their product to the Eden Police Department. Mays added, “We

KDH Defense Systems, Inc specializes in the development and the manufacturing of custom personal protective gear for the U.S. military.

We are looking for experienced career oriented individuals who have the drive to succeed. If this is you and you want to join the KDH family please visit us or send your resume and cover letter to: 750A Fieldcrest Rd Eden, NC 27288 or e-mail to nshreve@kdhtech.net

James Mays leads tour of KDH’s facility • Councilman Burnette tries on a vest.

are also proud of our products, and that the public knows the value of the industry.” There is a 5 year warranty on vests. If shot, the garment goes out of service, and KDH replaces it to the department. Other county municipalities and the Sheriff’s Department are presently under contract with other companies but KDH hopes to be considered when the time comes for them to resuit their personnel. Touring the 133,000 square foot facility it is obvious that the building is well suited for this particular production plant. They have the work area set up in a way that from the beginning to end, there is no backtracking through the building. The product begins on one end and is shipped out on the other end. This streamlining helps to avoid confusion as to where a problem may start and how to correct it before it gets down the

process to the end product. Mays has been with KDH since early 2018. He noted that the company along with it’s parent company Armor Express provides body armor for Navy, Army, Marine Corps, Coast Guard as well as many Law Enforcement agencies and various government agencies. Armor Express was created for law enforcement and KDH was accustomed to military contracts, but as they have joined they are both working on either project as needed. The Eden location is the headquarters for KDH Defense Systems and houses everything needed from design to boxing it up and sending to the clients. Although there is Research and Development in the Eden plant, the ballistics testing lab for live fire is in Michigan. Designing and creating state-of-the-art protective solutions, KDH presently

We have Immediate Openings at our Eden facility for: Sewers Inspectors Utility workers

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employs over 250 and is in the process of hiring up to 70 new employees over the next few weeks. Entry level laborer to skilled sewers are needed. They need to stay below 500 employees for now to qualify for small business grants and support. At present employees are working one shift, 4 days at 10 hours each for now. They want to remain flexible as the industry changes. To help integrate new employees into the KDH family, new hires are teamed up with seasoned employees, introduced to others and become part of a team right off. Incentive programs are now in place for workers to make a little extra for meeting extra performance goals. Depending on the level of skills coming in the door, training takes from 4 weeks to 3 months. KDH & Armor Express continue to work on bidding contracts covering 5 more years of production. Today, KDH is believed to be the largest provider of body armor to the U.S. Armed Forces, providing solutions for body armor, featuring ballistic technologies and high-performance body armor for many platforms. In 2018 KDH was awarded three contracts with a potential value of $88 million to make body armor for the military and Drug Enforcement Administration as part of the Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract. Part of which is the 2019 investment of $29.9 million for delivery to the Army Contracting Command of Modular Scalable Vests (MSV) Gen. II System. KDH also earned the MSV Award for the design and production of Ballistic Pelvic protections (Femoral artery and Pelvic protection from Shrapnel).

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The Freedom Park Splash Pad was funded by the City of Eden and a $500,000 Grant from the North Carolina Natural & Cultural Resources. Daily Admission is set at $2 per person (Residents and Non-Residents) (Under 4 and 55 and over are free). Annual

Pass is $40 per person (Residents) – Includes unlimited visits to BOTH the Freedom Park Splash Pad and Mill Avenue Swimming Pool. $55.00 per person (NonResidents) – Includes unlimited visits to the Freedom Park Splash Pad or $75 per person

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The initial investigation revealed the business closed for business between 10:15pm and 10:30pm Wednesday night July 10, 2019, so there was an assumption no one was inside during the explosion, never the less, there was exploration of that possibility. Surveilance tapes from the side of Eden Drug showed the actual explosion and its aftermath in real time. Looking like a bomb had went off, debris which was on fire as well as metal and glass were strewn for hundreds of feet in all directions. Across the street intricate metal enforced windows at Kings’ Inn Pizza Parlor were distroyed; pushed inward and shattered. A plate glass window at Sheets, across the road at an angle, was bowed but not shattered from the force. Siding and gutters on surrounding buildings were damaged. Items inside of surrounding buisinesses were

shaken off the shelving. During the aftermath the Eden Fire Department requested additional resources to aid in the investigation of the explosive incident. The City of Eden Fire Department and Police Department appreciate the ongoing assistance of the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (Greensboro Office), the Rockingham County Investigative Task Force, The Office of the State Fire Marshall, Rockingham County Emergency Services, Shiloh Fire Department, Piedmont Natural Gas, Rockingham County Emergency Management, Sam Smith Construction, NCDOT, Leaksville Rural Volunteer Fire Department, and the Eden Rescue Squad. The investigative team formed by the agencies listed above continue to work diligently as they investigate the scene and sift through the remains of the building.

(Non-Residents) – Includes unlimited visits to BOTH the Freedom Park Splash Pad and Mill Avenue Swimming Pool There is also a 2-Hour Rental available for $80 (Residents) and $100 (NonResidents).

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On July 1, 2019 Southern Julep located at 711 Washington St., Eden, held their Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting. Julie Stanton & Phillip Stanton, a father daughter duo are the proud owners. They sell a wide variety of clothing, decorations, soaps, shoes and hats. Hours are Monday through Friday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., closed on Sunday's. You can check out their Facebook page or their webpage at www.etcetera7.com. Stop by today for some treasures.

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Sparky helps kids deal with tough issues Rockingham County Fire Marshal William Lingle, and Madison Rescue Members are on a mission: Promoting public safety in the community. The two participated in Mayodan's July 4th Golf Cart Parade and Children's Parade, sponsored by Mayodan Arts Center. It attracted many golf carts and numerous children

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Generation 4 Hope to hold “Lock Up” for charity

This is the fifth year of the fun “Lock Up” at the CB Hut in Eden. Participants will be locked up and have to raise money to “go their bail”. All proceeds go to help feed the Appalachian Children in West Virginia and Kentucky. The Generation 4 Hope Lock up will be held August 17th from 11am - 2pm. Don’t miss it. This event features food, door prizes and entertainment by Penny Snowdy, Kathy Yeatts and of The Hardee’s Gang who hold a jam session of gospel music each Friday morning from 10am - 11am at the Eden Hardee’s. Robert & Dawn Hilburn go on mission trips from here to the economically challenged Appalachian areas of West Virginia and Kentucky yearly to supply them with clothing, shoes, school supplies and food. Some of these children have absolutely nothing new or useable living in absolute poverty.

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Draper community welcomes newest Mural

On a bright warm day Randy Hunt and city officials helped to welcome the city’s newest Mural. In Downtown Draper section, the wall of A&B Pest Control was offered for the project which features imagery from North Carolina, Eden and Draper, past and present. The collage combines different compositions to create a unique, eye-catching mural for the Draper community The designer and artist John Mark Daniel, is a recent college graduate where he studied Community Arts. In this field the artist leads an art project that engages the surrounding community. Daniel’s Youth Community Mural Project in Downtown Draper was brought to life with a little help from the community. Daniel along with local school children including siblings Noah, Abbey and Anna Woods and with Caleb Robins and Kylee Chamber braved the 90 degree days. The group was helped along with food, drinks and encouragement from their families and the community while the painting was ongoing. On July 19th the ribbon for the project was cut by Councilman Jerry Epps who thanked Daniel and the children for their dedication and improvement of the Draper community. “My personal interest and past experiences are in murals,

Walk for Life

September 14, 2019

Walk for life is coming back to Eden to benefit the Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center. We hope you will join us this fall for this fun event. Create a team, raise money to support the Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center, and support the call to cherish LIFE by walking together on a pre-determined route. This is a great event for family, work, or church groups, and individuals who want to help families and the greater Rockingham County area. Don't have a team? That's OK too! Prizes will be awarded for the top walkers. Individuals raising more than $50 will get a Walkfor-Life shirt. Sign up by calling Jessica Turner at 336-337-3242. Then set a fundraising goal for your team and beat it! Turn in your donations the day of the walk. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the send off 9:45 a.m. For more information, please visit our website rpccares.com.com or facebook.com/rockinghampregnancycarecenter Contact Jessica Turner at 336-337-3242 if you have questions about the walk, setting up a walk team, or have interest in being a Walk-for-Life sponsor!

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John Mark Daniel with family, friends and community leaders pose as Councilman Jerry Ellis cuts the ribbon on the Draper Mural.

and I wanted to bring this experience to Eden. I see the need for more public arts in Eden and want to do my part to change that. I also have seen first hand the positive impact that community art projects can have on the particpants and the surrounding community. Daniel also thanked Sarah Griffith Photography for helping with the design portion of the project on her equipment.

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ADTS Receives Donation from “Food Lion Feeds”

Aging, Disability & Transit Services of Rockingham County received $2,700 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation just in time to help feed local residents. ADTS will use the Feed The Hungry grant to provide meals and nutrition education to Rockingham County seniors through our Meals On Wheels and Meals With Friends programs. “We deeply appreciate Food Lion Feed’s commitment to our seniors in Rockingham County. Funding like this helps us provide more than 50,000 meals annually to seniors at risk of food insecurity.” said Fran Hughes, Director of Nutrition Services for ADTS. ADTS mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals by empowering them to achieve optimum health and well-being, independence and participation in the community. More than a nutritious meal, Meals On Wheels and Meals With Friends offers socialization, safety checks and education that helps seniors maintain independent living. Established in 2001, the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation provides financial support for programs and organizations dedicated to eliminating hunger. The charitable foundation has provided more than $12 million in grant funding helping to nourish communities with fresh food for backpack programs, Kids Café's, and other hunger-relief programs as well as funding for long-term programs to help shorten the lines at food banks. The charitable foundation partners with Feeding America, the nation's largest hunger-relief agency, in addition to local food agencies serving the 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states in which Food Lion operates. For more information, visit www.foodlion.com/in-our- community.

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Planet Fitness... Continued from Page 1 tissue massage chairs and other perks. Planet Fitness is open 7 days per week and 24 hours Monday-Friday. “We are very excited to bring Planet Fitness to Eden”, stated Andrew Watkins, Director of Operations for GNT Holdings, the franchisee operating the

Eden location. “We are working diligently to open as early as we can, but sometime by the end of the year.” Watkins emphasized that Planet Fitness is not just a gym. They are a judgment-free zone offering a comfortable, nonintimidating atmosphere where

anyone can reach their fitness and health goals. Planet Fitness wants to reach out to people who may be uncomfortable and unsure of what to expect from a gym experience. That is why they offer free training in order to help them feel comfortable. “We feel honored that we can provide an inexpensive facility that provides these amenities to the Eden community,” Watkins added. In the near future, banners will appear on the front of the shopping center space Planet Fitness will occupy. More information about memberships and other consumer benefits will be coming soon. Those interested in Planet Fitness employment can visit www.planetfitness.com at the designated time. The company will also do a pre-sale promotion in which potential members can get special deals on membership rates before the gym opens.

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Youth Volunteers Provide Home-Renovation for Low-Income Families

The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners officially signed and proclaimed July 6-13th, "Mission Serve Week in Rockingham County." County Manager Lance Metzler read the proclamation at the July 8th County Commissioners' meeting, held at the Governmental Center, in Wentworth. Metzler also shared the proclamation to a crowd of youth/adult, Mission Serve Week, volunteers at Rockingham County High School in Reidsville. Approximately 200 youth and adult volunteers are building wheelchair ramps, painting, putting on roofs, installing windows, putting in insulation, and other jobs at approximately 20 homes throughout the county. The participants are from SC, NC, NJ, Alabama, Georgia and Rockingham County. Mission Serve, is a faith-based ministry that strives to strengthen neighborhoods by partnering and empowering individuals through volunteerism and community involvement. Mission Serve provides youth with hands-on mission, opportunity, home-renovation, experiences for low-income individuals and families.

Mackenzie Barham, DNP - Ms. Barham will be joining our Health Care Team in July. She has been a life long resident of Rockingham County. Following graduation from Morehead High School in 2009, she attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2014. Since then she has been working in the Intensive Care/Stepdown unit on the Cone Health's Wesley Long campus. While working for Cone Health she completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice, specializing in adult/gerontology at UNCG. Having completed her doctorate in May of 2019, she is excited to begin her practice at Eden Internal Medicine and serve the community she has always called home.

Taylor Woodson, FNP-C - Ms. Woodson will be joining our practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner in August. Ms. Woodson was born and raised in Pittsylvania County, Virginia and is a graduate of Tunstall High School. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2014 and has been employed as a highly skilled and trained emergency, trauma, and intensive care registered nurse. Ms. Woodson graduated Summa Cum Laude from Walden University in Minneapolis, MN with a Master of Science Degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner and is licensed by The American Association of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, and North Carolina Board of Nursing. Ms. Woodson is devoted to providing quality care to her patients.

Naitik Panwala, PA-C - Mr. Panwala earned his undergraduate degree of BS in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He then went on to complete his Master’s in Health Science Degree in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health in the Duke University School of Medicine in 1992 where he also completed his Physician Assistant Program. Mr. Panwala is a Fellow in the American Academy of Physician Assistants and North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants. He is board certified by the NCCPA. Mr. Panwala has years of experience gained from working in the fields of Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Hospitalist, and Internal Medicine. Mr. Panwala has over 10 years of Rheumatology experience and will be focusing on patients with Arthritis and Fibromyalgia at Eden Internal Medicine. He will be accepting patients in August. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family, reading, teaching, learning, theatrical plays, watching movies, and traveling.

Eden Internal Medicine Building #1Dr. Shah, Angela Boone, DNP, AGNP-C Taylor Woodson FNP-C, Naitik Panwala, PA-C, Eden Internal Medicine Building #2 Suite A- Dr. Vyas, Keavie Hairfield FNP-C Mackenzie Barham, DNP, AGNP Eden Internal Medicine Building #2 Suite B- Lab

QUALITY CARE RECOGNITION FOR THE PRACTICE • Recognized by Optum/United Health Care for PATH excellence in patient service award for the last 5 years. Ranked in top 1% in the country and Top in North Carolina • We participate in quality metric with Aetna, BCBS, Health Team Advantage and Humana. • Level 3 BQPP (Blue Quality Physician Program)for BCBS. • Level 3 PCMH (Patient Center Medical Home) • CCM (Chronic Care Management) • Highest patient satisfaction scores.

The Marine Corps League of Rockingham County awarded a $500 scholarship to Alex Stadler. Pictured l-r: Associate Ann Clark, Sr. Vice Commandant Dave Spellman, Recipient Alex Stadler, and parents, Mr & Mrs Stadler. Alex plans to attend Wingate University.

2019 Wild Turkey Harvest second highest ever recorded

Results from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s wild turkey harvest summary show this year’s harvest was the second highest ever recorded, with hunters across the state reporting 18,730 birds harvested, including 1,478 birds taken during the youth-only hunting season. This season’s harvest was only slightly below the record harvest of 18,919 birds, which was set in 2017. The total harvest statewide this year was 3.5 percent higher than the average harvest during the previous three years. The top three counties for the number of turkeys harvested were: Duplin – 497 Halifax – 479 Rockingham – 453 When considering the size of counties, the top counties for the number of turkeys harvested per square mile were Rockingham, Franklin, Northampton, Caswell and Lincoln. North Carolina’s turkey hunting season opens the second Saturday of April each year and closes in early May. A weeklong, youth-only hunting season opens the first Saturday in April.

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The 70th Anniversary of the Draper Speedway was held on June 22nd on a perfect day for the event. Behind the historic Railroad Café there was Blue Grass music,and vintage cars and trucks galore. The event was a great success said Darrell Gregory. Sharing his true love of the Draper Raceway, Gregory put together a book from his writings he contributed to Eden’s Own Journal over the years. The book “Fast and Tricky” is now printed and ready for sale. Call 336-635-5811 or stop by Draper Cycle at 513 S. Fieldcrest Road to get your own copy.

Racer’s Reunion Celebrates 70th Anniversary of Draper Speedway By Darrell Meade Gregory

In near perfect summer weather, the 5th Annual Racers Reunion honored the 70th Anniversary of the Draper Speedway and the 60th Anniversary of Bi-State Speedway. This historic track operated under two different names in a thirteen year span. True to it’s billing, this was the largest and best turnout yet for the five year old Racers Reunion. Hank “Funderburk” Thomas was this year’s guest of honor. The Winston-Salem native turned his racing career into a prosperous business, Hank Thomas Performance, which is still going strong supplying racing supplies and fuel to many of the areas racetracks. Hank returned to this area where he won the season championship at Bi-State the first year it opened. He was a crowd favorite as many friend and enthusiast talked with him that day. Many local veteran racers from that time period dropped in that day to relive their experiences and renew old friendships. Paul Radford, the “Ferrum Flash”, also dropped in for the festivities and delighted many of his old fans. His racing career totaled over 200 victories in the local tracks. Another annual attendee Les Barsz, car builder for Petty Enterprises and Hank Thomas was on hand at what he called one of his favorite events. BiState racers Melvin Chilton and Owen Brown also made the scene again and socialized with many a racing fan. Unfortunately, crowd favorite Monk Tate was recovering from

his bout with pneumonia and had to miss his first reunion. Monk vowed to be back next year. The East Coast Flathead Ford Racing Association made a strong showing with their members filling the display area with their race ready cars. These 80 year old cars took a break from their racing schedule to bring back a taste of vehicles that at one time filled the tracks around the south-east. James Rogers with his #6 car of Ridgeway won the Willie Chilton trophy that represented his club well. Rodney Hatchett received the Hank Thomas trophy for the pristine white 25X Ford. Brice Stultz, who ran the first races at Draper Speedway, owned this car and 2 others that he showed in this area until his death last year. The reunion was extremely fortunate to be able to show this car again. The first cruise-in of the Racers Reunion featured some very fine cars of this area. After the judging was finished, Tim Shively won hands down with his restored 69 Chevelle SS. While all this was going on, the crowds were entertained by the exceptional talent of local bluegrass bands. The mc and DJ, Kenny Loftis, made sure there was never a dull moment between the music. Roger Denny and Carl Smith got the show up and going by energizing the fans. Elijah Buist and friends never missed a beat when they took to the stage with their music. The well known Carolina Roustabouts featuring George Underwood and Dr. Don Wright with their band finished the festivities that day.

The Homer V. Wood Memorial Park fit the bill perfectly for the record turnout. The large trees provided a cooling shade for all the participants and fans while listening to first class bluegrass music. The host of this event, the Railroad Café, had a record setting day. The proprietor of the café, Wendy Wood, said that her father Homer V. Wood, would have definitely approved of this affair since he was always a racing enthusiast. Homer V. Wood gave a helping hand in starting the racers reunion five years ago. In honor of the 70th Anniversary, the book Fast and Tricky made its debut telling the history of the speedway. The foundation of the book was laid in monthly installments of Eden’s Own Journal that began in October 2014 and ran until November 2017. With added pictures and story lines this is prob-

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• Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Support Group - Every 2nd Tues. of month 11am - 1pm at Wellness Center inside Laynes Pharmacy, 509 Van Buren Rd. , Eden. Visit on Facebook: #gotpain.

- ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday • Evening Words of Wisdom -6:00 pm. Life Changes Bldg, 7586 NC HWY 770 Eden. (336) 623-8584 • Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Tuesday • “A Vision for You” Group – 6:00 pm St. Thomas Episc. Church, 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville (336) 349-3511 Wednesday • Sparrow Group - 8:00pm William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St., Reidsville (800)591-6474 • “Circle of Love” Group - 8:00 pm Open Discussion - UNC Rockingham Health Center (Morehead Hosp) 117 E. Kings Hwy., Eden -(336) 623-9711 Thursday • Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Friday • “A Vision for You” Group – 8:00 pm Open Discussion, St. Thomas Epi. Ch.. 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville 349-3511 Saturday • 12 Changes Group – 9:00 am Life Changes Bldg., 7586 NC Hwy 770, Eden (336) 623-8584 • Serenity Group – 11:00 am William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St. – Reidsville (800)591-6474 • Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Sunday Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 ALANON Thursday • Draper Al-Anon Group - 7:00 pm First United Methodist Church 130 Main Street - Draper • Madison-Mayodan Group – 8:00 pm Episcopal Church of the Messiah 114 S. 2nd Ave. – Mayodan Sunday Paths to Recovery – 7:00 pm Reidsville Alliance Church 1300 Freeway Dr. - Reidsville ARC OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, INC. MONTHLY DANCE - 2nd Thurs. of every month. Rockingham Wellness Center, 570 S. Van Buren, Laynes Bldg 6:30 pm - 8 pm. Call 336-552-8576

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JUNIOR FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM for 16 & 17 year olds. The Draper Vol. Fire Dept. Must be in high school and have a NC license. Call 336-635-2233.

SPECIAL YOUNG ADULTS A night for adults ages 18-45 with mild or moderate developmental disabilities to meet new friends, play games (Bingo, Uno, Dominoes), crafts, snacks and social activities. Call Brenda Moore at 336-623-1077 or 336-613-5174 after 6 p.m. MOPS - Reidsville MOPS - Contact Kelly at 348-1634 or - Rockingham MOPS - Contact Heidi at 427-2712

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Meetings & Classes

Special Needs Friends Group Madison at the First Baptist Church at 110

Franklin Street. for anyone with a disability and their families. Crafts, community information, self-help skills, movies, games, music, parties, field trips and more. RSVP to Teresa Julianso that we can have enough supplies, seating, food, and drink for all. Meets at 1 pm most afternoons on the schedule below (unless other times listed). • August 3rd - Public Circus at 12 noon. • August 17th • August 31st Carnival at Noon • Sept 7th (special meeting with guests) • Sept. 14th, 21st, 8th • Oct 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th • Nov 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB 2nd Tues. each month at 6:30 at Wentworth United Methodist Church 1308 NC-65, Monnette Rich 336-9512526 or Mary Jo Boswell 336-342-4346

STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB At the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. 3rd Tuesday of month - 7pm Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005

INTELLIGENCE RURITAN CLUB Bethany area. 1st Tues. at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall: Comers Chapel Bapt. Church, Bald Hill Loop, Madison. Text 336 686 6013 or email intelligenceruritans@yahoo.com

REIDSVILLE CHARTER CHAPTER OF ABWA - Meets the 3rd Tuesday of month at Fursty's Rest. on Freeway Dr. in Reidsville at 6:30 pm.

RC FEDERATED REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB 3rd Sat. of every month at 9:30 am for snacks, 10 am. Rock. Co. Republican Headquarters, 221 Piedmont St., Reidsville. RC AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of month. 708 Barnes St., Reidsville (Salvation Army Gym.) 434-203-3050 EDEN EVENING LION’S CLUB Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of month at Santana’s, Eden at 6:30am.

THE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION OF EDEN Shelby Baker 939-2230 or Norma Woody 623-8807

ROCK. CO. DEMOCRATIC PARTY MONTHLY MEETING 3rd Tuesday of Month 7pm - 8:30pm

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Military Groups

• ROCK. CO. PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP - Det. of Marine Corps League - All Marines, active/inactive, Navy Corps and Navy Chap. that served with FMF Marine Units and Spouses. 2nd Thur. of each mo. Eat 6pm, meet 7 pm at the Agriculture Building, 525 Hwy 65, Wentworth. Joe Zanetti 336-623-6779 • AMERICAN LEGION POST 534 Post 534 - at 302 N. 12th Av. Mayodan . Rock. Co. Post. The 2nd Sat. at 11 am. Post CDR. David Bray: 336-601-7176 • AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS 2nd Sat. of month at 9:30 AM at Post Building, 302 N. 12th Ave., Mayodan. American Legion, Auxiliary or Sons of AL with a street legal motorcycle welcome. Bill Morey 276-340-5091 or billmoreyf1@gmail.com • THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS OF ROCK. CO. 2nd Monday. Chapter 63 -Ag. Bldg. at 525 HWY NC 65, Wentworth, (old Wentworth School. Room 180) Social 6 pm, meeting 7 pm. Transp. for veterans VA appts if needed. (336) 349-6040. Need Volunteers (336) 394-0080. • AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 2nd Thursdays of Month at 7PM at the legion. Call Curtis Pierce at 336-6239481 leave message. • AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 Reidsville, 2nd Sat. of month 10 am (breakfast at 9am) Behind Auto Zone in Reidsville. 336-932-9082, leave message. • AMVETS - Local group. All Veterans/service men & women welcome. Willard (Woody) Waters at 336635-1786 or woodyeee@embarqmail.com • DAV AUXILIARY - New info: 2nd Tuesday of month, Noon at the Golden Coral in Reidsville. Betty Gatewood at 336-623-7027 • VFW POST 8297- 2nd Sat. of month at 961 Church St. Ext., Reidsville, 10am. Bobby Jones 336-349-7733 • VFW POST 7033 -1st Tuesday of month at 301 12th Ave., Mayodan, 7 PM. Donald Bien,CDR 336-548-3431. • SHARE EXPERIENCES... 3rd Sat. of month 8am - until. Freeman Wood Crafters 413 Church St (Near traffic circle). Eden. Park at the Three Rivers Outfitter follow signs. Call ahead: 336-573-9900. Handicapped access available, No bathrooms and no temperature control.

Church Events

“Church Events” is for Special Occasions that Churches in the county offer the public such as Revivals, Music, Guest Speakers, Programs, Vacation Bible Schools and more. For up to 10 Lines (or less) the fee is $10 The listing will be in the public’s hands for a full month and online, so be sure to tell the public what your place of worship has to offer them. Call 336-627-9234 and ask for Elizabeth or Lisa. REFORMERS UNANIMOUS ADDICTIONS PROGRAM Complete, Free recovery program meeting at ROBERTS MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Every Friday evening 7-9, Ph. 336-344-5083 203 Memorial Baptist Church Rd. Stoneville NC 27048 www.robertsmemorialbaptistchurch.org Why Are You Still Addicted? We can Help. • SHAW CHRISTIAN CHURCH 208 The Boulevard, Eden • 336-635-2277 Thursday Service 6:30pm - Biblical Learning / Bible Study Saturday 6:30pm - Worship Service Now accepting volunteers for our Children’s Ministry for Thursday and Saturdays • Eden Baptist Church The Church With A Y For You! 320 The Boulevard ~ Eden, NC Specialized Sunday School 9:45 AM YSunday Worship 10:45 AM and 6:00 PMY Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer 7:00 PM Ministeries for The Entire Family (336) 623-3515; www.EdenBaptistChurch.org • REDEMPTION ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH 2131 Hwy. 14, Reidsville, NC 27320 • 336-420-8805 Pastor D.L. Bray • Youth Pastor Luke Bray #RevivallnReidsville • Van Ministry • Ladies & Mens Ministry • Youth Ministry • Food Pantry Mininstry Sunday School 10am / Sunday AM Worship 11AM Sunday Evening 5pm / Wed. Night 7pm Preaching from the King James Bible

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Community Help

GOODWILL CAREER CENTERS GED, Computer Skills Classes, Employability Skills Classes, Job Leads, Network Room, Resume Assistance Eden –336-623-3007 Reidsville – 336-637-1010 Mayodan – 336-949-4849 MEALS FOR THE HUNGRY • SALVATION ARMY -Mon. thru Fri. 12:00-12:45 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden • MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time. Anyone 60 +, Activities, good food & fun Hot Nutritious Lunches • HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206 • LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St., Eden Contact 336-623-5343 • MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave., Mayodan - 336-445-9840 • REIDSVILLE NUTRITION SITE 201 N. Washington Ave. Reidsville, NC 336-349-9757 • ROCKINGHAM RESCUE MISSION 618 Early Avenue, Eden 336-623-2133 Tues., Wed. & Thurs 11:00-12:30 • FOOD BANK Every Friday 11am 1pm Stoneville Pent. Holiness Ch., Hwy 770, Stoneville. Free food to all in need.

Ongoing Events

Events of Interest "ART IN THE GARDEN" A conversation on how our community can develop an art center in Eden. We have a Public Facebook Group. Facebook.com/groups/103331140669093 1/) with an ongoing discussion.

DANCE - LARRY J’S 1201 Old Leaksville Rd., Ridgeway, Va. Friday’s feature the House Rockers as well as others (see ad opposite page) Saturdays - Various Guest Bands Doors Open 6pm, Music 7pm - 9:45pm No Alcohol • Smoke Free Concessions Available Adults $6 Donation, 12 & Under Free For Info Contact Wayne at 276-956-1337 or 276-340-6212

• SECOND DOWNTOWN FRIDAYS Music at Mural Park, family activities, food, and City Cruise: classic and show cars and trucks in Reidsville’s nostalgic downtown. Cars and stars from Reidsville’s ToyMakerz even made an appearance. Sponsored by Team Reidsville, Reidsville Downtown Corp., and the Reidsville Chamber of Com.

CASCADE COM. CENTER DANCE 621 (3561 Huntington Trail) Cascade Virginia. Doors open 5:30 pm, Concessions avail. Music Friday night from 7-10 pm by Cascade Express with Eddy Irving & Friends and Bluegrass the 1st and 3rd Sat.

THE BARN 151 Gant Rd. Eden, N.C. - Tuesday Night at “The Barn” Open Jam 6:15PM, Doors Open 7 p.m. Saturdays at “The

Barn” Music at 7:00 PM. Call Jerry 336-706-1018 or Debbie 336-706-2144

DANCE: TEXAS “T” BAND AT JEFFERSON PENN MASONIC LODGE, 110 S. Main St., Reidsville Saturday 6pm, Dance at 7pm. No Alcohol, smoke free. Adults $5 don., Under 11 free.

SENIOR DANCES -REIDSVILLE EVENTS CENTER - Downtown Reidsville @ 223 S. Scales St. 7-9:30pm Thur. - Classic Country: City Limits Band Bob or Myra Tudor 336-342-6770.

VFW WEEKLY DANCE Every Thursday 7pm - 10pm Live Music, Refresh. Avail. • No Alcohol $5 donation at door - VFW Bldg., 302 N. 12th Ave., Mayodan, NC

STORY TIME AT THE LIBRARY – Tuesdays at Reidsville – Wednesdays at Madison-Mayodan – Thursdays at Eden – Fridays at Stoneville 10:30 am with Miss Rachel Stories, songs, dancing and more! Story time is geared for those under 5 years of age and their caregivers. It is always free to attend. Contact Miss Rachel at rshaw@co.rockingham.nc.us

MADISON CRUISE-IN Downtown Madison - 1st Friday Night Through Oct 5:00pm - 8:00pm 50-50 Proceeds: Hospice of Rock. Co.

STONEVILLE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays from 8-12 at the corner of Henry & Main Streets.

THIS MONTH IN ROCKINGHAM COUNTY

Upcoming Events

ROCKINGHAM SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION SUMMER CAMP Register now for Rockingham County's Soil & Water Conservation SUMMER CAMP, July 8-11th, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., in Rockingham County, NC. Register Now. Youngsters will enjoy conservation education, fishing, hiking, and kayaking. There is a $20 registration fee. Contact Soil & Water Conservation, 525 NC Hwy. 65, Suite 100; phone 336.342.8260 or email cwatkins@co.rockingham.nc.us

REIDSVILLE MOVIES AT MARKET SQUARE - A free movie at Market Square will begin at dusk on Second DownTown Fridays: • Aug. 9: The Wizard of Oz • Sept. 13: Back to the Future • Second DownTown Fridays are sponsored by Team Reidsville, the Reidsville Downtown Corporation, and the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce

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• REIDSVILLE MOVIES AT MARKET SQUARE - “THE WIZARD OF OZ” - A free movie at Market Square will begin at dusk on Second DownTown Fridays: Second DownTown Fridays are sponsored by Team Reidsville, the Reidsville Downtown Corp., and the Reidsville Chamber.

MONDAY, AUGUST 12TH

• Karastan Mosaic Revealed: The public is welcome to attend this celebration at Grogan Park, located at Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden, NC at 11:00am on August 12, 2019.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15TH

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• GROWN & GATHERED at the Spray Mercantile along the Canal. We have another great menu set along with special music! We are now taking reservations. Call 612-8049 or 552-6132 to reserve your seat. Tickets are $50 per person or $90 a couple. Come enjoy Eden’s hospitality at its best at our premier farm-to-fork event.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH

• TOUCH-A-TRUCK 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. along Henry St. in Downtown Eden! This is such a fun and exciting event for little kids and big kids alike. Featuring over 50 vehicles including fire trucks, police cars, tractor-trailers, garbage trucks, cement mixers and so much more. Face painting, food and more! Bring the kids and climb, explore and discover your favorite things on wheels. Admission is one of the following items that will go to our school system for the Kids Backpack Food Program: Applesauce Cups, Fruit Cups, Canned Spaghetti, Ravioli, Pop Tarts, Peanut Butter Cracker Packs or Beanie Weenies.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31ST

• CONCERT IN THE PARK/CRUISE-IN @ FREEDOM PARK The next Concert in the Park/Cruise-In will take place at Freedom Park. on Aug. 31st.: Remedy. Next month - Sept. 29th: Impacts

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Rockingham Promise brings RCC courses to high school students

Local high school students have an opportunity to take college courses on their own campus, and can then qualify for tuition-free scholarships at Rockingham Community College. Rockingham Promise is a collaboration between RCC and Rockingham County Schools, and is an innovative plan to increase access to college courses, create opportunities for students to pursue certificate programs at RCC, and to enable them to obtain higher education and skills to better prepare for career and college opportunities. And thanks to a $1,077,271 grant from the Reidsville Area Foundation – plus a combined commitment of $1,044,000 from RCC and RCS – the collaboration has become a reality for its first four years. Enrollment and funds sought from the RCC Foundation and local businesses and industry will sustain the program in its fifth year and

beyond. Rockingham Promise is a comprehensive program of career coaching, dual enrollment courses taught by RCC faculty on high school campuses, transportation for Reidsville and Rockingham County High Schools to the RCC campus, assistance with textbooks, and, over the next four years, 240 tuition-free scholarships to RCC for local students. “We’re expanding opportunities for students to take college courses, we’re breaking down barriers that have existed for a long time by taking our classes out to the public schools and teaching courses on site,” said Dr. Mark Kinlaw, RCC president. He said the college can renovate and build facilities, but that doesn’t mean students will enroll; however, Rockingham Promise is a big incentive to “attract students and open doors for them to come to college, get

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trained, and hopefully enter the workforce.” Kinlaw acknowledged that some students will use the college credits they earn during high school to enroll in four-year colleges or universities. “That’s okay too, because what we’re doing is making them more competitive, so they can go out and pursue their dreams,” he said. Initial courses being offered include mathematics, Spanish, music appreciation, public speaking, and computer science. Additional courses will be offered and determined according to demand and faculty availability. Phlebotomy will be offered on the RCC campus in the third and fourth years. To be eligible to enroll in Rockingham Promise courses, a high school student must have an unweighted GPA of 2.8 or above, or obtain an appropriate assessment score on a placement test such as PSAT, SAT, PreACT, ACT, NC DAP or RISE. To be eligible for a college scholarship to RCC, a student must maintain that same GPA; meet RCC’s entrance requirements; and take a minimum of three College and Career Promise (CCP) courses in high school on which they make a grade of C or higher. Once at RCC, tuition-free assistance may continue as long as the student stays in good academic standing and maintains a 2.0 GPA. Scholarship amounts are awarded for the cost of tuition and mandatory fees that are not met by financial aid and other scholarships. In addition, RCC will fund a career coach who will spend one day per week at each high school. In January 2012, RCC began offering CCP, a program that gives qualified students the opportunity to pursue transfer and career technical education pathways, tuition-free, while they are in high school. However, barriers existed due to the high school students not having transportation to RCC, and not being able to afford the textbooks. Now, Rockingham Promise has removed those barriers, and puts the CCP opportunity in front of the students in a more visible manner, creating a pipeline for students to transition from high school to college. “Any time that we can expose children to opportunities that are beyond high school, it really gets them thinking beyond their sphere of influence they have right now,” said Dr. Rodney Shotwell, superintendent of Rockingham County Schools. “When we come back seven years from now, and we look at the progress that we’ve made, the impact that we’ve made on families in Rockingham County, that’s something you can’t lay a finger on. It’s going to be so huge, the impact so great.” Courses will be offered at Reidsville High School – starting this fall. Initial courses being include mathematics, Spanish, music appreciation, public

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Hunters are allowed two bearded or male turkeys each year. Approximately 70,000 hunters pursue turkeys in North Carolina each year. About 15 percent of them will harvest one turkey and only 5 percent harvest their two-bird limit. For additional turkey harvest information, including harvest numbers by county, game land, season and weapon type, read the summaries on the agency’s wild turkey page, under the Harvest Reports tab.

What can Goodwill do for you?

Goodwill is not just a thrift store. At your local Goodwill Recourse Center they offer many Career Services including: • Resume Assistances from Certified Professional Resume Writers. There are on-site interviews held every Wednesday from 2pm - 4pm. These interviews are for store managers, assistant store managers, shift supervisors, customer service associates, production associates and more. These offer competitive wages, fully-time benefits including health, vision and dental and 401K. (dress professionally and bring your resume) Also offered for jobs in the community Job Search Assistance • Job Leads • Community Information • Applications • Career Coaching • Interview Coaching and Training • Former Offender Assistance Business Services include: • Recruitment Solutions • Hiring events • Employee training • Pre-Screening of Applicants For more information contact Laurie Southard at 336-579-6418.

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speaking, and computer science. Additional courses will be offered and determined according to demand and faculty availability. Phlebotomy will be offered on the RCC campus in the third and fourth years of the project. RCC is prepared to support the existing academy structure at each high school through Rockingham Promise: · Reidsville High: As a World International Baccalaureate School, RCC courses at RHS will supplement the IB Program where feasible. · Rockingham County High: With a Public Safety Academy at the RCHS, RCC will offer criminal justice courses on the college campus, which will lead to an associate’s degree in criminal justice technology. · McMichael High: DMHS’s STEM Academy leads RCC to offer courses leading to a certificate in web technologies, such as web programming, web design, and internet marketing and analytics. The courses will lead to an associate’s degree in information technology. · Morehead High: With a Health Science Academy a MHS, RCC plans to teach human anatomy and physiology, and introduction to chemistry. While the Reidsville Area Foundation grant helps with program costs for the first four years, Rockingham Promise will continue beyond that. RCC will cover faculty costs

through revenue generated by enrollment. The college will seek funding assistance from the RCC Foundation, and local businesses and industries. Joy Toms, lead high school counselor for Rockingham County Schools, said Rockingham Promise offers students the opportunity to e ven the playing field. “We’ve talked about it for the last several years, some of the obstacles … what are some of the things in the way of our students being able to fully succeed, fully reach their potential,” she said. “We are answering those questions today, with action. … We are hoping this will be really life-changing for many of our students. What’s happening in our schools impacts everything around us in our community.” Jen Nixon, executive director of the Reidsville Area Foundation, said her organization is committed to looking at disparities in the community, and addressing them. “We’re thrilled to be funding partners on this project, which will increase the number of high school students taking college courses, increase the number of first-time enrollments, and open up new avenues for our students who are ready to enter adulthood equipped for success,” she said. “We will all benefit from this initiative, as individuals, as students, as institutions, and as a community.”

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From Root to Branch

Local Geneology Studies By Elvin Perkins, Jr.

Stephen A. Douglas in Rockingham County

In 1858, Democrat Stephen Douglas, the “Little Giant” of Illinois politics, sought a third term as a member of the United States Senate representing the State of Illinois. He and his opponent, Republican candidate Abraham Lincoln having philosophical differences regarding new territories acquired in the Mexican-American War and the issue of slavery began a series of debates that would become

known as “The Great Debates of 1858.” Fifty years later in 1908, an anniversary celebration of the Lincoln-Douglas Debates would be held in Galesburg, Illinois. Stephen Arnold Douglas was born in Brandon, Vermont on April 23, 1813 to parents Dr. Stephen Douglas and Sarah Fisk Douglas. After the death of his father the family moved to New York. Working as a teacher and studying law, Stephen moved

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briefly to Ohio, Kentucky and Missouri finally settling in Jacksonville, Illinois in 1833 to begin a legal practice. He would write to his family stating “I have become a Western man, having imbibed Western feelings principles and interests and have selected Illinois as the favorite place of my adoption.” Stephen Douglas would establish a lucrative career in Illinois politics beginning in 1840 as Secretary of State, becoming Associate Justice of the Supreme Court (1841-1843), a member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1843-1847) and the U.S. Senate (1847-1861). While serving as a Representative in Congress, Douglas became acquainted with wealthy plantation owner Colonel Robert Martin of Rockingham County, North Carolina. Colonel Martin would later introduce to Douglas his daughter Martha. The infatuation of Stephen Douglas toward the lovely Martha Denny Martin would lead to their marriage April 7, 1847 in Rockingham County at the Martin family home in the Pleasantville community. The newlyweds would briefly move to the Douglas home in Springfield, Illinois but later in the summer of 1847 they would relocate to Chicago, Illinois. A historical marker at the intersection of Smothers Road and North Carolina Highway 704 in Rockingham County was dedicated in honor of the Douglas and Martin family union. Colonel Robert M. Martin, father of Martha, was born in Rockingham County on April 12, 1781. He married Mary “Polly” Settle on June 27, 1823. Mary, a Rockingham County native was born April 7, 1798 and would die June 24, 1860. Robert died May 25, 1848. Both are buried in the Settle Cemetery, in Reidsville, North Carolina. After the death of Colonel Martin, his daughter Martha Martin Douglas inherited several thousand acres of land in Rockingham County and along

the Pearl River in Lawrence County, Mississippi. Her husband Stephen Douglas would become manager of these properties. Douglas aspired to advance his political career by running for office of President of the United States; leaning politically toward “popular sovereignty,” the belief that each state should govern by the consent of its own people. This belief and his opposition to slavery would eventually create conflict that would cost him politically. Stephen Douglas and Martha Martin would have three children, the first two were sons born at the Martin home near Pleasantville where Martha had returned to be attended by her family. The first child Robert Martin Douglas was born January 28, 1849. The 1850 Census of Rockingham County lists Martha Douglas and her son Robert living in the home of her mother Mary Martin on September 12, 1850. Martha would have been pregnant with her second child Stephen Arnold Douglas, Jr., born November 3, 1850. The third child, a daughter, Mary Lucie Douglas was born on January 12, 1853 in Washington, District of Columbia. In family tradition

she was named after her maternal grandmother Mary Settle Martin and her maternal Aunt Lucinda Settle Martin. Martha Martin Douglas lived only seven days after the birth of her daughter, Mary. Martha died probably from childbirth complications on January 19, 1853 in Washington, D.C. Her body was held in Washington until mid-April, 1853 and she was transported to Reidsville, N.C. to be buried with her parents and other family members in the Settle Cemetery. Martha’s gravestone inscriptions read: “Martha Martin wife of Stephen A. Douglas of Illinois; died Washington, D.C Jan. 19, 1853 in the 25th year of age. The memory of the just and blessed, They are like unto the angels ministering spirits, Yes loved one while in Heaven supremely blest, Thou art more than wife and mother to us here, Thy memory woos us upward and is blest, and thou our angel guardian still near.” Still grief-stricken over the loss of his wife, Senator Douglas daughter Mary Lucie Martin died in Washington the same year of her birth at the age of seven months in September

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2nd Annual Rock Your Health & Wellness Fair held

RCARE Senior Center , 102 N. Washington Ave, Reidsville, hosted the 2nd Annual Rock Your Health and Wellness Fair on July 25. This year’s event built on the success of the senior club’s first year (sixth for the Diabetes Task Force) hoping to link citizens with health and social resources to improve overall well-being. The Downtown Senior Citizens Club and the Diabetes Task Force of Rockingham County, NC teamed up to make this event a huge success. Both organizations have the aim of improving the quality of life of citizens in Rockingham County. Vendors from health and wellness organizations offered free health screenings including A1C, vision, blood pressure, and more. Individuals without a family doctor, received referrals to local providers. This event was free to citizens of Rockingham County and surrounding areas thanks to the following sponsors: 24 Blackbirds Café, All About Floors, Arthur’s Jewelry, Belk, Belmont Pharmacy, Big Apple Farm Supply, Inc., Carolina Apothecary, Century 21 (The Knowles Team), Commonwealth Brands, Cone Health/Annie Penn Hospital, Elizabeth’s Pizza, local media outlets, RCARE, Reidsville Family YMCA, Rockingham County Division of Public Health, Rockingham County Economic Development, Schewel’s Furniture , Sirloin House, and Small Business, and Tourism; that made this event possible.

Rockingham County Animal Shelter needs donations!

Checks can be made out to RCAS & mailed to 250 Cherokee Camp Rd. Reidsville, NC 27320. They also take donations of canned & dry dog & cat food, cat & dog treats, blankets & towels, non clumping cat litter, dog & cat toys, Lysol wipes, bleach, paper towels, newspapers, & hand sanitizer. Thank You!

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Karastan Mosaic to be unveiled at Grogan Park

For decades, the men and women at Mohawk’s Eden, N.C. manufacturing facility have proudly produced an intricate and beautiful rug commonly known by its number -717. But for the first time ever, the team at Eden helped recreate the rug with glass instead of fiber. The City of Eden commissioned local artist Teresa Phillips to create a mosaic inspired by the

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well-loved pattern that will be permanently inlayed on the floor of the gazebo at John E. Grogan Park in front of City Hall. Mohawk employees were some of the first members of the community to assist Teresa with the public art project, hand placing pieces of glass into the mosaic. “717 is a point of pride and such a special rug to so many people,” HR Manager Megan Hall said. “We have employees whose parents and grandparents worked here, and now they’re carrying on that tradition. Being a part of this tribute was a really wonderful experience, and we can’t wait to see the finished mosaic and the joy it brings our community.” Affection for 717 extends outside the plant’s walls across Eden and Rockingham County, which is why it was selected for this project. “717 is iconic,” Teresa said. “You’ll find it in homes and offices throughout Eden. Practically everyone has some size of 717.” Part of what makes 717 unique is the detailed pattern that is created by weaving together strands of expertly-dyed wool in approximately 50 different colors. Individual fibers come together to create this intricate design that features

multiple borders, repeating arabesques and rich color. Teresa attempted several different methods for developing the mosaic, but each time the intricacy of the pattern made it difficult to fully replicate 717. “I actually realized that I cannot replicate this pattern,” Teresa explained. “It’s just too detailed. So, I am creating a mosaic rug inspired by the pattern.” Even though 717 can’t be fully replicated, the mosaic closely resembles the famous rug and will honor the dedication and artistry of everyone who has been part of manufacturing this classic piece. “Given Karastan’s connection to Eden and its long history here with designers and weavers creating these beautiful works of art, this project is a way to

Artist Teresa Phillips with Karastan employees working on the project.

honor all of the men and women who have worked there over the years,” Teresa said. The public is welcome to

attend this celebration at Grogan Park, located at Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden, NC at 11:00am on August 12, 2019.

Southern Julep—Now Open! This women’s clothing store is now open at 711 Washington Street. This boutique features a wide array of clothing items and accessories. Help support this newest Eden business and stop by today or call 336-612-1170.

video shows Eden’s rivers, trails, downtown and the most popular tourist attraction—the Eden Drive-In Theater. Eden residents Laurie Wilson and Mark Bishopric speak about what makes Eden special in their eyes. Visit the Explore Eden Facebook page or the City of Eden web site to view the video.

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New Fitness Center is Coming to Eden They will locate in Kingsway Plaza between Dollar Tree and the Kingsway 4 Cinema.

Fast Lane Convenience Store This drive-thru convenience store located at the intersection of Adams Street and Stadium Drive will reopen soon.

Burger King This company is in the midst of a major exterior renovation to create the modern style of their newer stores. Re opening soon.

Ample Storage Purchasing the former WalMart building. They will continue leasing a portion of the building to Tractor Supply.

Zip’s Car Wash Coming soon to the former Sonic location on Hwy 14. Zips Car Wash is an express tunnel wash, located in 14 states with 137 customer service centers. At each location all chemicals used are eco-friendly, plus our recycling system saves energy and water.

647 Washington Street Preppy Pirate has relocated their store to downtown Leaksville. Be sure to visit and follow them on Facebook.

Reynolds Brewing— Coming Soon! Eden’s first microbrewery will open at 351 W. Meadow Road in the former Garden Central location in October of this year. Chip and Toni Reynolds will operate this brewery that will feature Chip’s brewing creations from his experience making beer since 1996. Watch this column for more information. Sophisticated Rubbish This new business will locate at 633 Monroe Street in the former Full Moon Saloon location. They make old, discarded furniture beautiful again. Visit the Sophisticated Rubbish Facebook page for more information on their products and store hours.

KFC The Eden KFC owner claims he will rebuild within four-five months. This business made national news when a gas leak caused a massive explosion in July.

Motel Occupancy Tax The 2018-19 fiscal year will see record tax revenue generated for the City. Through May, revenue is +22% and the annual tally will exceed $80,000 for the first time ever. City of Eden Special Events and Tourism Coordinator Cindy Adams puts these funds to good use in promoting the best of our community.

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1853. Her body was “temporarily” placed in a “Public Vault” at Site 266 in the Congressional Cemetery in Washington, D.C. on September 26, 1853. Her father Senator Douglas later arranged for her body to be buried January 2, 1856. After more than two years in the Public Vault, Mary was laid to rest in the Congressional Cemetery, Section 1, Range 52, Site 161N. Robert Martin Douglas was four years old when his mother died and only twelve years at the death of his father. He would spend much of his childhood living with his grandmother and other family on the Martin plantation in Rockingham County and split time living with his father in Chicago and Washington, D.C. Attending Georgetown University he became disillusioned with his father’s political party and became a member of the Republican party becoming an attorney, judge and Justice of the State Supreme Court in North Carolina and also served as secretary for the governor of North Carolina and for President Ulysses S. Grant. On June 23, 1874, Robert married Jessie Madeline Dick, daughter of Judge Robert Paine Dick, a North Carolina Supreme Court Justice and Mary Eloise Adams. Robert and Jessie resided at 521 Douglas Street, Greensboro, N.C. where Robert died February 8, 1917. He and his wife are buried in Green Hill Cemetery. Stephen Arnold Douglas, Jr. born 1850 in Rockingham County died October 8, 1908 in Chicago, Illinois. His death was reported in the The Greensboro Patriot, Wednesday, October 14, 1908: “STEPHEN A. DOUGLAS DEAD - Brother of Judge R. M. Douglas Passes Away Suddenly. Mr. Stephen A. Douglas, a brother of Judge R. M. Douglas, of this city [Greensboro, NC], died suddenly at his home in Chicago Thursday night. He was a prominent Republican and leading attorney of Chicago. He was a son of the famous Stephen A. Douglas, and made his last public speech at the anniversary celebration of the Lincoln-Douglas debate at Galesburg, Illinois, on the 7th inst. [Oct.] Mr. Robert D. Douglas, postmaster of Greensboro, and nephew of the deceased, was present as a special guest of the occasion and attended the funeral of his uncle before returning home. Owing to the condition of his health, Judge R. M. Douglas was unable to attend his brother’s funeral. The deceased was born in Rockingham County, November 3, 1850, his mother, prior to her marriage, being Miss Martha Denny Martin, of that county. Mr. Douglas studied at Georgetown College and then read law under the late Chief Justice Richmond M Pearson.

Early in the 1870’s he removed to Chicago, where he resided until the time of his death, holding many offices of honor and trust and being very generally esteemed by reason of his many fine traits of character and his

name.” After the death of his first wife Martha, Senator Stephen A. Douglas married 20-year-old Adele Cutts, November 20, 1856. Adele was the daughter of James Madison Cutts (nephew of former President James Madison) and Ellen O’Neal (niece of Rose O’Neal Greenhow). In 1860 Senator Douglas again opposed his old rival from Illinois, Abraham Lincoln for office of President of the United States. Lincoln would defeat Douglas and others in a most unusual election in our nation’s history during a period of controversy and debate that continues to this day. Senator Stephen Arnold Douglas was taken with illness in May 1861. Despite hopes for recovery he died of typoid fever and other complications, June 3, 1861. Coincidently his death would occur on the same day as the first organized land action, a small skirmish, at Philippi, Virginia (now West Virginia) after the start of the War Between the States.

The legacy and reputation of Senator Douglas is still open to much debate. He was perhaps the most famous and the most controversial politician of his time. What he did leave behind

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was his “deep and abiding faith in democracy,” his belief that people had the right to vote up or down, in his words, “Let the people rule.” For research information contact: Genealogical Society of Rockingham & Stokes Counties, NC, P.O. Box 152, Mayodan, NC 27027-0152; Website: http://gsrsnc.com/ Elvin Perkins, Jr., GSRS member; Email: Eperkins2@aol.com Visit the Linda Vernon Genealogy Room, Madison-Mayodan Library, 611 Burton St., Madison, NC 27025; Phone (336) 548-6553

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City Manager of Community Services Haywood Cloud, Community Development Manager Donna Setliff, City Marketer Judy Yarbrough, City Clerk/PIO Angela Stadler, Economic Development Director Jeff Garstka and IT Director Rhonda Wheeler.

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accepting a $10,000 check from commonwealth factory manager ken Barnwell is reidsville mayor pro tem harry Brown, third from right, flanked by council members terresia scoble, donald Gorham, sherri Walker and William hairston. also shown are city staff, from left (second row) assistant city manager chris phillips, economic development director jeff Garstka, assistant city manager haywood clock, hr director leigh anne Bassinger; (back row) Battalion chief tommy massey, major ronnie ellison, city manager preston mitchell and lt. jamie Bayne. (photo courtesy of commonwealth)

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Commonwealth Brands has helped make a proposed Sesquicentennial Clock Tower project one step closer to becoming reality. The City of Reidsville will celebrate 150 years of incorporation in 2023. Among the ideas suggested at the last two annual Council Retreats as part of a year-long “Reidsville150” celebration has been a possible clock tower to be located at the southside entranceway into the downtown area. At its June meeting, the City Council agreed to purchase a section of land across from Fire Station No. 1 at the intersection of Scales and Williams streets to accommodate the clock tower. Not only will the clock “kick off” the year-long Sesquicentennial celebration, but it will also serve as a defining point for Reidsville’s downtown on the south end. Such a visual defining point had been recommended by a previous study done for the downtown. Commonwealth is the first local industry to donate to the Sesquicentennial Clock, which will resemble a similar clock in Thomasville erected by the Verdin Clock Company. The materials used in the formation of the clock also tie in with the

roof of Market Square. “We are very pleased to be able to contribute to this endeavor and to show our appreciation for all of the support that the City of Reidsville and this community has provided for our factory,” said Ken Barnwell, Factory Manager. “This factory has been here for over 120 years and has been an integral part of the history of Reidsville.” Assistant City Manager Chris Phillips, who also spearheads the staff committee making plans for the 150th birthday, noted that it would take about a year to construct the clock. Community involvement is going to be sought on the project, he added. One possibility for community participation may be a brick base around the clock, whereby persons, groups or businesses can purchase a brick with a memorable inscription or date from the past 150 years. For example, the City of Reidsville might want to include a brick labeled 1873, the date of the City’s Incorporation, or a business might want to create a brick labeled with its startup date or a Reidsville High School senior class might want to include their graduation date. More details will be forthcoming at a later date.

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The Rockingham County Tourism Development Authority (TDA) is pleased to announce that it approved $39,656 in marketing grants to various organizations throughout the county to promote local events and attractions in 2019 and 2020. The grants, which were approved during the June TDA Board meeting, are awarded to 14 applicants. The 2019-2020 Marketing and Promotional Grants are

awarded to: 1. City of Eden for Grown and Gathered - Spring 2. City of Eden for Grown and Gathered - Summer 3. City of Eden for NC Dixie Youth Baseball Tournament 4. City of Eden Piedmont Pottery Festival 5. City of Eden for Riverfest 6. City of Eden for Touch-ATruck 7. City of Reidsville Fall Jubilee Festival

8. City of Reidsville for the Penn House Wedding Shows and advertising 9. Dan River Boat Race 10. Eden Downtown Development for Oink & Ale 11. Eden Downtown Development for Shaggin’ on Fieldcrest 12. Lake Reidsville Independence Day Celebration 13. Mayodan Merchants for “What the Hay Fest”--Hayodan 14. MHS Wrestling Boosters for Super 32 Challenge

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Following the City’s “Team Reidsville” focus, the billboard will stress making your census numbers count. Other plans will focus on a planned one-page 2020 Census page on the City website, Rise Up Reidsville; various updates on the City’s social media platforms, including Facebook and Twitter; and flyers and posters with information on the census. Other hands-on examples, such as establishing computers at RCARE (Reidsville Center for Active Retirement Enterprises) for citizens to access to fill out forms, and coordinating with other organizations to get the word out will be done throughout the fall in anticipation of the April 1, 2020 Census Day.

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This committee is responsible for helping increase both awareness and understanding of the importance of the 2020 Census and encouraging people to participate. “It is so important that each of our City residents is counted,” said Reidsville Mayor Jay Donecker. “Historically many different groups are not accurately represented, including young children, low-income households, renters and those with unstable housing situations, among others. Compiling correct census data is vital to cities like Reidsville not only as we seek federal funding for programs but also as we determine what kinds of programs we need to put in place to better serve our

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spoke about her interactions and prayers she lovingly shares. According to the award nomination letter sent to County Commissioners: Mrs. Annie Kimbro Foster has been a community volunteer and caregiver for many years. Her service history spans decades and includes volunteering at Annie Penn Hospital and as a member of the Annie Penn Hospital Auxiliary Board. She has served on the Rockingham County Salvation Army Advisory Board and was honored in 2015, by being saluted as a lifetime member. She was named as one of the “Distinguished Women of North Carolina” and is a recipient of the WFMY-TV “2 Those Who Care” award. Foster relocated to an assisted living facility and continues to bless others by leading weekly Bible Study Meetings, and sharing her welcoming smile, as she greets new residents and visitors. She is beloved by everyone who is touched by her compassionate, warm heart. She embodies the caring spirit of true community service exemplified as an Outstanding Volunteer for Rockingham County. The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners would like to honor a deserving County volunteer each month for using talents and compassion to make a difference.

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Racer’s Reunion... Continued from page 11 ably the most concise presentation of a small town racetrack in the country. The book had to be reprinted and will be available again by the first of August at Draper Cycle on Fieldcrest Road in the Draper section of Eden. Fans traveled mainly from Virginia and North Carolina but Donna and Tim Boung, Martinsville Speedway fans, from Wisconsin planned their vacation around this show. However, they were outdone by a family that dropped by from California. The Racers Reunion was thrilled to have the Disabled American Veterans set up as this year’s event charity. They were well received by the fans and hopefully they will return next year. All of this could not have taken place in this magnitude without the help of many volunteers. Special thanks go to Eden Main Street manager Randy Hunt, Gary Gardner, Ed Jobe, and John Parker, who were the cruise-in attendants that helped direct operations in the heat on Main Street while the patrons of

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• Give vegetable gardens, most flowering plants, and the lawn about one inch of water every week during dry spells • Water thoroughly and deeply in early morning so the soil has a chance to warm up before the cooler evening hours • Check hanging baskets and container grown plants every day during hot weather and water thoroughly, being careful not to overwater • Pick off old dead flowers on annuals as well as perennials • Sow seeds for perennial and biennial plants directly into the garden this month or next • Plant container grown perennials, shrubs, and trees • Prepare soil for containers by mixing generous quantities of peat moss, compost, and processed manure with the existing soil • Plant fall blooming crocus for an extra week or two of flowers after everything else has finished for the year • Divide and transplant spring flowering perennials during the coolest part of the day and water thoroughly after transplanting • Prune hybrid roses in late August to promote the most fall blossoms. Remove about a third of the growth • Continue fertilizing roses through the end of September • Prune summer blooming shrubs to maintain their shape • Start fall and winter vegetables such as green onions, carrots, beets, lettuce, spinach, and radishes • Raise the cutting height of the mower. Taller grass cools the roots and helps keep the moisture in the soil longer • Bring poinsettias back indoors and prepare them for holiday flowering by keeping the plants at 65 to 70 degrees with at least 14 hours of total darkness per day until late September. Return plants to light each day (four hours of direct sun or ten hours of bright light). Use a closet or a cardboard box. Apply a 0-10-10 fertilizer this month and next, then feed every two weeks with a high nitrogen fertilizer once color has begun to show • Treat Christmas cactus much the same way, except they require cooler temperatures • Continue to watch for insect or disease damage and take the necessary steps to control the problem • Keep weeds pulled before they have a chance to set seed

The Racers Reunion could never have pulled off an event of this size without the expertise of Cindy Adams of the Eden Tourism department. Her experience in handling larger events helped make this one run very smoothly. David Johnson and Steven Hale donated their time and resources to assure all building and fabrication for the show was completed. Butch Mabe opened his loading docks for parking of the participants’ trucks and trailers. Deb Chilton helped with the trophies. O’Reillys of Eden also furnished trophies and souvenirs. Working separately on the pictures and printing of the event booklets were Tina Cruise and Teresa Meade Hudson. The Racers Reunion committee, consisting of Barry Cruise, Darrell Meade Gregory, and Tim Lancaster were thrilled by the turnout of the event. We would like to offer our profound thanks to all who helped make this 70th Anniversary event the best Racers Reunion ever. It is unfortunate that the Ararat Rock Company picked this time to destroy the pioneer racetrack but they could not dampen the enthusiasm of the participants of this event. With the support of the fans there is no doubt that the Racers Reunion will be held again on the 4th Saturday in June next year at the iconic Railroad Café.

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about ways they could improve local football camps. Cloud, a former Winston-Salem State University football player, called in some favors from friends who were former NFL players and held the City’s first football camp in June of this year. Reidsville recreation staff partnered with local travel teams to come up with viable solutions to the problem of waning interest in the City’s baseball leagues. With the help of Scott Strader, co-owner of the Reidsville Luckies Batting Academy and sponsor of several travel teams, the City re-established a fall youth baseball league, which hadn’t been done in several years. Strader volunteered to help increase participation and encouraged his Luckies players to sign up for the rec league. Players in the spring rec baseball leagues, many of whom were associated with the Luckies Batting Academy, tried out for the Reidsville Recreation AllStar team that was a runner-up at the North Carolina Dixie Youth Baseball Tournament. This 8 and under All-Star team qualified to compete in the Dixie Youth Coach-Pitch World Series held in late July in Ruston, Louisiana. And while this column went to publication before the outcome was known, it is really impressive that the Reidsville Recreation All-Stars are representing not only the City of Reidsville but also the State of North Carolina in World Series play. (And this Luckies connection keeps a streak going for the Batting Academy. The Reidsville Luckies’ 8 and under Coach Pitch team was recognized as the No. 1 team in the nation last year, winning the Super N.I.T. Championship.) The success of the City’s football camp spurred staff on to do the same in other sports. City staff created a free baseball camp for boys and a free softball camp for girls, ages 6-17, both of which just wrapped up in mid-July. These City-sponsored camps featured the help of RCC baseball staff and Queens University softball staff. “The early success of the partnership between our local youth organizations and the City of Reidsville really exemplifies

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what “Team Reidsville” is all about,” said Assistant City Manager Cloud. “We work together as a team to accomplish our goal of making Reidsville the best place to live, work and play!” As I have mentioned in previous columns, the City of Reidsville is known for creating partnerships and collaborations in a variety of areas, and this collaboration in the world of recreational sports is no exception. And with such partnerships in play, everybody wins!

around dusk/9:15 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket for this free movie on the lawn at Market Square. • Saturday, August 10: Youth Outdoor & Hunting Safety Day is planned at the Reidsville Training Center from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. This free event is open to all ages but for more information, call Tina at 336-342-8101. The day is presented by the Rockingham County Hunting & Wildlife Advisory Commission, Rockingham County Board of Commissioners, the City of Reidsville and the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. • Thursday, August 15: The Reidsville Police Department will be providing Elder Abuse Info at RCARE from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. • Thursday, August 15: The Reidsville Police Department and Reidsville Recreation Department will hold a Back to School Jam at the Penn House from 6-9 p.m. • Saturday, August 24: Music @ Market Square continues its 2019 Summer Concert series with the Mason Lovette Band, which offers a high energy, hard driving mix of country, rock and blues. Bring a chair or blanket for this free concert from 7-9 p.m. The beer garden will be open, and there will be games such as sidewalk chalk, hula hoops, giant tic-tac-toe and more to keep the children entertained. • Saturday, August 31: The first ever Water Lantern Festival at Lake Reidsville will be held and over 2,000 tickets have already been sold. Learn more about the event at www.WaterLanternFestival.com. • And throughout the month of August, every Monday and Wednesday: Fitness on the Square @ Market Square featuring Zumba from 6-7 p.m. This free class is sponsored by Annie Penn Hospital. No rhythm required! • Every Tuesday and Thursday: Fitness on the Square @ Market Square, this time with Yoga from 6-7 p.m. Bring a mat or towel and water. Again, these classes are sponsored by Annie Penn Hospital.

Cards: • Phase 10 -Tue. 10. a.m.- 4.p.m. • Rook - Wed. 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. • Duplicated Bridge - Thursday 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. • Canasta, Hand Foot and Elbow –Tuesday 1:00pm -4:00 p.m. Fitness: • Cardio/Weight Class –Monday, Wed. and Fri. at 9:00 a.m. • Tai Chi –Tue. at 10:00 a.m. (to attend this class., you must have completed 16 hours Instruction). • Pickleball – Mon. at 1.pm., Fri. at 10:15 a.m. & Wed. 11. a.m. • Fitness Center- Free for 55 + – hours Tues, Wed, Friday 8:30 a.m.–5pm./Mon & Thurs till 8 p.m. • Reidsville Kickers Line Dance Group – Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. • Carolina Girls Line Dance Group – Mondays at 10:15 a.m. and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.

Educational/Informative • The Seniors Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counsels Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D insurance... We can also put in extra help application (low income) for Medicare part D if needed. Please call June at 336349-1088 – to schedule an appointment. Mon.-Friday 8:30 5:00 pm • Legal Aide service -every 2nd Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm call 877-579-7562 for appt. Special Events: • Senior Bingo –Thursday August 15th -1:00 p.m. Please bring a $1.00 to play. • Beginners Tai Chi – resumes again on Wed., starting in Sept.

Other Upcoming Events • Every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday in August, come check out the Farmer’s Market at Market Square in downtown Reidsville. Fresh vegetables and other offerings are available from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. SNAP/EBT, Farmer’s Market WIC, Debit and Credit cards are accepted. • Thursday, August 1: Reidsville Police and the Reidsville Rec Department will hold a School Supply Drive (perhaps with a dunking booth?) from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Reidsville Walmart. • Tuesday, August 6: A Child Safety Seat Installation event will be held at Reidsville Fire Station #1 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. The fire station is located at the corner of Scales and Williams Street. • Tuesday, August 6: National Night Out begins around 5:30 p.m. with local Community Watch groups meeting with Police personnel at neighborhood events to promote community awareness. • Friday, August 9: Second DownTown Fridays continues in August. Come enjoy the music at Mural Park, kids’ activities, food and classic cars & trucks. Also, the Reidsville Police Department will showcase Crime Prevention & Police Services at Market Square between 6-9 p.m. The fun, sponsored by Team Reidsville, Reidsville Downtown Corporation and Reidsville Chamber of Commerce, is from 6-9 p.m. The event ends with the Movie @ Market Square: The Wizard of Oz, celebrating its 80th anniversary, that begins

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Conservancy acquires 64 • acres key to long-term viability of Mayo River State Park • Funding provided by Duke Energy to address recreational and ecosystem impacts in the Dan River watershed • Acquisition includes famed “Mayo Beach,” the Boiling Hole and improves access to spectacular waterfall

The Piedmont Land Conservancy has purchased 64 acres of forestland along the Mayo River in northwest Rockingham County to preserve habitat and improve recreational access for outdoor enthusiasts. The Mayo River is one of the largest tributaries to the Dan River. The acquisition represents one of the longest projects the Conservancy has ever pursued, with discussions spanning more than two decades. Funding from Duke Energy allowed for the acquisition. Later this summer, the land is expected to be conveyed to the Mayo River State Park, where it will provide a northern access point to the river near the Anglin Mill bridge. Duke Energy provided $363,000 to help Piedmont Land Conservancy acquire the land as part of early restoration activities conducted under the Natural Resource Damage Assessment and Restoration process in response to the Dan River coal ash release five years ago near Eden. “Duke Energy has now funded the acquisition of more than 600 acres along the Mayo River for North Carolina and Virginia state parks, along with numerous other improvements to the area,” said Davis Montgomery, Duke Energy district manager for Rockingham County. “Local officials expect the river to be a key economic driver for communities on both sides of the state line, so we’re proud to support this community growth and perpetual legacy.” Montgomery noted that after the 2014 event, the Dan River’s water quality returned to normal

within a few days, drinking water always remained safe and continued testing has shown no impact on the river’s aquatic life – the long-term monitoring report for the river is available here. “There were temporary losses in fishing and recreational use of the river,” Montgomery added. “So this parcel’s preservation is one of several conservation and recreation projects the company initiated in response.” Pieced together in the 1950s and 1960s, the lands were acquired by two local businessmen who wanted to dam the river and sell water to Greensboro, a fast-growing city 30 miles south.

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That never happened. Greensboro built the Randleman Reservoir and eased the need for an additional water supply. With the decreased likelihood of a dam, it became apparent to many that the highest and best use of the Mayo River was as a recreational amenity. “The Mayo River State Park was authorized by the North Carolina legislature in 2003,” said Kevin Redding, the Conservancy’s executive director. “Early on it was more of a dream than a park. With this acquisition, plus the 320-acre parcel PLC and Duke jointly completed in 2016, the dream of a regional recreational attraction has come to fruition.” With the addition of this property, the Mayo River State Park will soon total 2,500 acres. Just across the state line, the Commonwealth of Virginia has

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begun assembling lands to create its own Mayo River State Park. Duke and PLC added a 213-acre parcel along the North Fork of the Mayo River to their holdings earlier this year. “We look forward to transferring this property to the citizens of North Carolina via the Mayo River State Park,” added Redding. Piedmont Land Conservancy has now conserved over 200 special places, totaling over 26,800 acres.

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The 17th Annual Black Tie & Blue Jeans event was held May 4, 2019. With an excess of 345 sponsors/contributors, 800 live and silent auction items, and 400 guests in attendance, we rejoice in telling you that Black Tie & Blue Jeans brought in over $47,000. The staff would like to say to each and every one who had a part in the success of this event—we thank you! Upcoming is the Walk for Life to be held on September 14, 2019. We hope you will join us this fall for this fun event. To do this create a team, raise money to support the Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center, and support the call to cherish LIFE by walking together on a pre- determined route on September 14, 2019. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. Send off: 9:45 a.m. This is a great event for family, work or church groups, and individuals who want to help families in the greater Rockingham County area.

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Sign up by calling Jessica Turner at 336-337-3242. Then, set a fundraising goal for your team and beat it! Turn in your donations the day of the walk. Don’t have a team? That’s OK too! Prizes will be awarded for the top walkers. Individuals raising more than $50 will get a Walk-for-Life shirt. Contact Jessica Turner at 336-337-3242 if you have questions about the walk, setting up a Walk Team, or have interest in being a Walk for Life Sponsor! The Pregnancy Center is a busy place! In 2018, there were 353 client appointments—that means a lot of diapers, wipes, baby care items, and clothing were needed. By the generosity of our supporters, we were able to meet those needs. To date the staff has seen a 20% increase in new client appointments which tells us the need continues to grow. What if you can’t contribute at this time and still want to help? Please consider some of

the ideas listed below that will help us continue to provide accurate information and confidential services to women, children, and their • Pray for the center, staff, and clients • Refer clients to us criteria for participation in our services: expecting a baby or parenting a child up to 12 months old • Shop on amazon.smile and choose Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center as your nonprofit • Learn more about the center by inviting a staff or board member to speak at your church or civic group • Follow us on Facebook and share posts • Donate clean, gently used baby and maternity clothing • Host a baby shower and donate the gifts to RPCC • Baby Bottle Boomerang—fill an empty baby bottle (we will provide if needed) with coins or cash and return it to the center. (Great for Church groups and classes) • Changelope—same concept as the baby bottle boomerang except an envelope provided by RPCC is used. We take seriously our call to be good stewards of our resources. Thank you for considering how you might help us as we continue to serve in Rockingham County and surrounding areas. We are proud to say that we have a Scholarship opportunity now. Toine Spann was a volunteer at RPCC who inspired us to push through the hard stuff and dream to do big things! Her life story is the definition of tenacity and is what inspired the RPCC Board of Directors to create the Toine Spann Tenacity Scholar- ship. An accident when she was young left Toine with a spinal injury but never broken dreams. While life may have dealt her a hard hand—she walked through it with style, class, and grace and encouraged everyone around her to do the same. At RPCC, we want our clients to catch Toine’s tenacity and dream big for themselves. This scholarship will be offered to current or previous students who are high school seniors and plan to further their education. The recipient will be chosen through an application process and the scholarship will be presented on award’s day at their high school. Toine has relocated to be closer to family and is no longer serving at RPCC. We miss her dearly but trust that her story will encourage clients to continue pursuing their dreams. If you would like to contribute, please send your donation to RPCC, 424 West Kings Highway, Eden, NC 27288, earmarked Toine Spann Scholarship. For more information, call 336-623-5540.

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Rockingham County Board of Commissioners Vice Chair, Mark F. Richardson, is sharing some important American history. A collection of his United States Air Force flight gear is Stoneville's Summer Display at the Stoneville Public Library, 201 E. Main. A Rockingham County native, Richardson received a BS from North Carolina State University and an MS/MA from Webster University. He is a graduate of the Royal Air Force Staff College in Bracknell, UK, the U.S. Air Force Air War College, and Fighter Weapons Instructor School. He retired from the United States Air Force (USAF) with the rank of colonel in 1996 following a 24-year career. In the USAF, Richardson served as fighter, instructor and operational test pilot. He has over 5,000 hours of flight experience in a variety of fighter and experimental aircraft. He was the Commander of the 428 Fighter Squadron; exchange officer with the Royal Air Force;

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section chief with U.S. Southern Command; and Director of Leadership Studies for the USAF Command and Staff College. Since retiring from the USAF, Richardson has been a teacher at Rockingham County High School; a private business man; principal of Bethany Community Middle School; principal of Alternative Program Learning School (ALPS) in Wentworth; and was honored with Grady Hunter Regional Excellence Award from Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC). He is Chair of the NCACC Public Education Committee; member of the Governor’s Commission on Access to Sound, Basic Education; Chief Elected Official of the Piedmont Triad Regional Job Training Consortium; member of North Carolina Association of County Commissioners’ Economic Development Task Force. Mark is married to the former Kathryn Idol of Colfax; they have three children and six grandchildren.

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Events at Madison-Mayodan Public Library: (Open to the Public) Events at Madison-Mayodan Public Library: August (Open to the Public) • Monthly Genealogy Soirée 2019: 2 pm – 4 pm Tuesday, August 20th: Getting the most from MyHeritage.com Classes are usually held in the Linda C. Vernon Genealogy Room. Students are notified of any changes. Handouts available. More information call: 336-548-6553/e-mail: genealogy@rcpl.org • Computer Classes – Every Wednesday: 9 am – 10:30 am Free to the Public *Week 1: Virus Protection and Computer Safety *Week 2: Constructing E-Mail with Google *Week 3: Attachments, Copy/Paste, Creating Files/Folders *Week 4: Electronic Resources and Social Media For More Information Contact Madison-Mayodan Public Library: 336-548-6553

• Children’s Programing – Every Wednesday Programs: *Preschool Storytime: 10:30 am; Baby Times Storytime: 11:15 – 11:30 Newborns and Toddlers Welcome: Children’s Book Classics *Teen Club: Wednesday, August 14th: 4 pm: “Galaxy Bottles” *Lego Club – Wednesday, August 21st: 4 pm: Join us for some building fun! For those who are in K – 5. *Minecraft – Wednesday, August 28th: 4 pm – 5 pm: Do you Love Minecraft? Come meet others who do for an afternoon of games, crafts and fun! • Jammin’ @ the Library: Mon., August 5th: 5:30 pm – 7 pm *To be held in the McMichael Community Room – Great Prizes given to winners… • Transformers Movies @ the Library – Thursday, August 8th: Noon - Closing *See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Popcorn & Beverages Provided *To be shown in the McMichael Community Room • Stuffed Animal Sleepover @ the Library Special Event!!! Read a story to your stuffed animal & leave them overnight to play: Friday, August 9th from 3 pm—5pm Come back on Saturday, share story time, with your stuffed animal, watch a slide show, and enjoy juice, muffins and donuts: Saturday, August 10th: 10:30 am • “Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Tournament” @ the Library – Thursday, August 15th: 1:30 pm until… *Controllers provided! *Prizes given and Snacks Provided - To be shown in the McMichael Community Room

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• “Remembering Freetown” Seminar – Saturday, August 17th: 1:30 pm - until “An Interactive Event” Hosted by Fletcher Dalton (Phone: 336-932-3521) * Display of maps, charts, materials on businesses, residents, schools, Churches, and Library *Updates and discussions on the

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Toine Spann was a volunteer it Rockingham Pregancy Care Center who inspired us to push through the hard stuff and dream to do big things! Her life story is the definition of tenacity and is what inspired the RPCC Board of Directors to create the Toine Spann Tenacity Scholarship. An accident when she was young left Toine with a spinal injury, but never broken dreams. While life may have dealt her a hard hand, she walked through it with style, class, and grace and encouraged everyone around her to do the same. At RPCC, we want our clients to catch Toine's tenacity and dream big for themselves. This scholarship will be offered to current or previous students who are high school seniors and plan to further their education. The recipient will be chosen through an application process and the scholarship will be presented on award's day at their high school. Toine has relocated to be closer to family and is no longer serving it RPCC. We miss her dearly but trust that her story will encourage clients to continue pursuing their dreams. If you would like to contribute, please send your donation to RPCC, 424 West Kings Highway, Eden, 27288, earmarked Toine Spann Scholarship. For more information, please call (336) 623-5540.

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revitalization of Citizens Cemetery. To Be held in the McMichael Community Room Please come and share your memories, both sweet and bitter – and photos – of life in this area of Madison • Nary a Thing Chapter of “The Andy Griffith Show” Rerun Watchers Club @ the Library – Tue., Aug. 27th: 3 pm – 5 pm *Will be showing “Aunt Bee the Warden” and “Deputy Otis” *Episode Trivia, Prizes & Light snacks provided. Come join our Club and have some “Goooooooood fun!” Call for more information: 336-548-6553 *To be held in the McMichael

Community Room • Deep Space Movie Adventure! @ the Library – Thursday, August 29th: 1:00 pm - Closing *See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Popcorn & Beverages Provided *To be shown in the McMichael Community Room • Unwind with Adult Coloring & Challenge Your Mind with Puzzles – Friday, August 30th: 3 pm – 5 pm. Relax with coloring pages and peaceful light music, or wake up the “grey matter” with puzzles, materials will be provided To be held in the McMichael Community Room

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An Ode to the Farabee In November 2000, Jane, Joy and Lynda decided to embark on an adventure that would continue for the next 20 years. All these women were bred to believe that hard work and determination were what was needed to turn an idea into a reality. They planned to establish a business, the Farabee, while at the same time sharing the hospitality they had known growing up. They grew up with women who started a business in the late 1930’s and continued for 60 years. It was a bold thing for women of that era to do. Jane, Joy, and Lynda felt the same apprehension and excitement. After renovating the family home, the business opened in May 2001. It was a lovely house, a special occasion place that was unique to this city. Learning to cook from their mothers was appealing to their customers, who soon learned to love the house too. Luncheons, showers, birthday, and wedding parties were their specialty. The girls loved the home and the members flourished. They have enjoyed planning and holding parties for the public. A few years ago Jane passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. In February, Joy died from a brain aneurysm. Lynda has been left with so many memories and decisions. She wants her customers and friends to know how much she appreciates their loyalty through the years. Lynda said, “It is time to close the doors, but I had the best time trying to bring pleasure to everyone. Thank you for being such a wonderful community and contributing to our success.” From Lynda Burnette Eden, NC Opinionated Are the people so gullible that they believe everything that the politicians tell them? As the times change for the best, so the people need to change with the times. Look at how things have changed in the last 15 years. -Modern Medicine -Automobiles -Training of Police Officers -Telephones (Email, Texts, Etc.) The time for a change is NOW. Protect our freedom and our way of life and vote conservative. If people watched the Great National Sweepstakes Giveaway called the Democratic Debate, it was a show of who could give away the most tax payer money for votes. We heard of free education, free health care, free money, and even free health care for illegal immigrants. These things will obviously have to be paid for by someone, so they aren't really free, but all make really good talking points. Politicians go out and promise the world to people gullible enough to believe government handouts are free. Many will tell you they have a plan to pay for these great ideas and generally, like most politicians, they don't deliver after they are elected. We have a President now that has delivered on his promises and the mainstream media trashes him nonstop most every lead story. Now, we have jobs, plus a great economy, a stronger military, backing of our police officers, more border security, just like he promised and the media continues to brainwash people into thinking President Trump is the devil himself. Conservatives are sick and tired of this man being treated with disrespect when obviously he does not need this job and media bashing. He ran and will run again because he loves his country and recognizes the socialist road that liberals want to take this nation. We will stand up for this man, vote for him, keep our guns, believe in the Bible and do our part to push his conservative agenda. America needs to wake up and see that big government stifles our individual freedoms and we must fight socialism disguised as free handouts. H. Daniel Tate and Stephen Eanes Eden NC

The City of Eden is now accepting applications for the 2019 Citizens Academy. The Academy will be held on consecutive Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., beginning August 15 and running through October 10. A graduation ceremony will be held at the October 15 meeting of the Eden City Council. The Academy is a free, nine-session interactive course designed to provide residents with an in-depth look into municipal government. It is open to all city and ETJ residents, city business or property owners, and anyone who works in the city. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Apply in Administration at Eden City Hall or online at https://www.edennc.us/322/Citizens-Academy. Class size is limited to 20 participants. For more information, contact Deanna Hunt, City Clerk at 336-623-2110, option 8, or dhunt@edennc.us.

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Duke Energy Site Readiness Process Target industries for the MillerCoors site as recommended by the Site Consultant group that did the site evaluation: • Food and beverage • Plastics and chemicals • Aerospace and defense • Auto, truck and heavy machinery City and County economic

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development offices are working to identify companies in those industries to contact with site information. Motel Occupancy Tax In 2005, the City of Eden joined the City of Reidsville in levying a 2% motel occupancy tax to help fund special events and tourism. The 2018-19 fiscal year will see record tax revenue generated for the City. Through May, revenue is +22% and the annual tally will exceed $80,000 for the first time ever. This revenue pays for more than ½ of the Coordinator of Special Events and Tourism position’s salary, and supplements the cost of special events. It also helps fund many tourism promotion related activities that help draw attendees to events. Without this revenue, RiverFest, Touch a Truck, Grown and Gathered, Oink & Ale and Shaggin’ on Fieldcrest would not be nearly as successful as they currently are. Local industry visits, recreational events, family reunions, anniversaries and other activities contribute to this revenue as well.

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Living in Eden New information in the “Residents” section of the City web site for current and prospective residents includes the following: • Cost of living is 13% lower than national average (Source Jobs EQ 2019 Q1) • Air quality is 24% better than the national average (Area Vibes) • Pollution is 89% better than the national average (Area Vibes) • Highest monthly average temperature in July is 76 degrees (Area Vibes) • Lowest monthly average temperature in January is 38 degrees (Area Vibes) • 30.2 miles to Piedmont Triad International Airport (PTI) • 40 minutes to Greensboro, NC and 20 minutes to Danville, VA • Just over four hours to the beach (Wilmington, NC) and mountains (Asheville, NC). The foot hills are within an hour. Amenities: • Dan and Smith Rivers • Three Rivers Outfitters • Smith River Greenway • Matrimony Creek Nature Trail • Freedom Park Nature Trail, walking track, splash pad, miniature golf course and dog park • Grogan Park For more information, visit ExploreEdenNC.com

Bridge Street Parking Lot The parking lot has now been completed. The final component of this project was the landscaping along the alley that connects it to Washington Street. If you visit this area, you will note that Nandinas, ornamental grass and lilies line the rock wall along with three decorative benches. This work was made possible from a grant provided by the Home Savings Endowment.

Fieldcrest Public Space This project has now been completed. It was designed to bring an open air space to the Draper section of Eden. The project transformed two destroyed buildings into a beautiful gathering space for Eden residents and guests. The opening celebration was held on June 26.

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approved. If you would like to participate, please contact Randy Hunt, Main Street Manager at rhunt@edennc.us . Youth Community Mural Project John Mark Daniel, a recent Wheaton College graduate, Community Arts major has painted a mural in Draper as a public art project on Fieldcrest Road. The project involved several young artists designing and painting a collage based on imagery from North Carolina, Eden and Draper (past and present). Get Fit Rockingham The 2019 Get Fit Rockingham is a great way to get in shape with other county residents this summer. Shirts, participation cards and pamphlets are now available for Eden residents at the Eden Chamber of Commerce.

Cars and Coffee Our summer series of Cars and Coffee continues to be held at the Family Video parking lot the last Saturday morning of each month from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Stop by and enjoy the comradery before it gets too hot.

Grown & Gathered Our Summer Grown & Gathered event is set for Thursday, August 15 at the Spray Mercantile along the Canal. We have another great menu set along with some special music! We are now taking reservations. Please call 6128049 or 552-6132 to reserve your special seat. Tickets are $50 per person or $90 a couple. Come enjoy Eden’s hospitality at its best at our premier farm-tofork event. Touch-A-Truck Touch-A- Truck is set for Saturday, August 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. along Henry Street in Downtown Eden! This is such a fun and exciting event for little kids and big kids alike. We will feature over 50 vehicles that will include fire trucks, police cars, tractor-trailers, garbage trucks, cement mixers and so much more. There will also be face painting, food and much more! So bring the kids and climb, explore and discover your favorite things on wheels. Admission is one of the following items that will go to our school system for the Kids Backpack Food Program: Applesauce Cups, Fruit Cups, Canned Spaghetti, Ravioli, Pop Tarts, Peanut Butter Cracker Packs or Beanie Weenies. Did You Know Video Our latest “Did You Know” video now being featured on WGSR TV highlights the new and exciting Splash Pad at Freedom Park. In addition to WGSR, it can be viewed on our Explore Eden and City of Eden Facebook pages as well. Our State Video WOW! The video and fea-

ture article highlighting some really special treasures right here in Eden is now being showcased on the Our State Magazine website. It will be there for 12 months! It is a great depiction of life here in Eden. Please take a look if you have not seen it already. So proud of Eden! A huge thanks to Laurie Wilson and Mark Bishopric who did a great job in the video!

Wire Animal Art We have two new animal residents in Grogan Park. We just installed a squirrel that has been placed on the side of a tree and a hawk that is suspended in full flight. Come check them out!

Sunflower Field Calling all photographers, nature lovers, walkers, cyclists, etc. The beautiful sunflowers along the Smith River Greenway are beginning to bloom! We will be placing some fun sunflower trivia signs along the perimeter of the field as well. Bring the kids and get some great photos! We ask that you do not pick the blooms. We want everyone to enjoy the beauty!

Matrimony Creek Nature Trail Our trailhead sign, kiosk, information panels, mile markers and benches have been installed along the beautiful Matrimony Creek Nature Trail! Be patient with us a few more weeks as we add information on panels, install metal features, landscape areas and get things spruced up. It’s going to be a really nice addition.

Engineering

NCDOT Resurfacing: APAC/Thompson Arthur is still working on the 2019 Rockingham Resurfacing schedule for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Aiken Road, Summit Road and Landfall Drive have been resurfaced. Sections of Friendly Road, Northridge Drive, Wilshire Drive, Lincoln Street and Short Union Street are still on the schedule to be completed. The permanent pavement markings will be reinstalled when all of the resurfacing in the Eden area has been completed.

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Solid Waste Ordinance Provisions According to the Solid Waste ordinance 12-56, Yard Rubbish, Tires and Trash: A. Trees, sections of tree trunks, tree stumps and tree limbs larger than those described in 12-57 (C) will not be collected by the city, and shall be removed from the premises by the owner. B. The city will not remove yard rubbish or trash from a vacant lot without the

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payment of appropriate fees. C. Tires will not be collected by the city, and shall be removed from the premises by the owner. D. Wooden pallets, discarded computer equipment and discarded televisions will not be collected by the city, and shall be removed from the premises by the owner. According to the Solid Waste ordinance 12-57, Preparation for collection: • Fine accumulations shall be placed for pickup at the curb but not in the street, and shall contain no rocks, masonry, and the like. • Yard rubbish and trash, other than that described in subsection (C) and 12-58, shall be removed by the owner by placing it at curbside for pickup on established days. The collection schedule shall be kept on file in the Office of the City Clerk. • Trees, sections of tree trunk, tree and shrubbery limbs placed at curbside for collection shall be no larger than: a. Zero to four inches in diameter, maximum six-feet long; b. Four to eight inches in diameter, maximum two-feet long.

Loose-leaf collection shall be provided throughout the year. In order to be collected, leaves shall be raked to a point behind the curb where pickup will be made. Leaves and yard waste placed in plastic bags or other containers will not be picked up.

Parks & Recreation

Parks & Recreation Due to the Community Accents and Parks & Recreation radio programs with WLOE not being conducted any longer, staff is working with Mike Moore of Mike Moore Media to develop monthly pod casts to help keep the community informed about Parks and Recreation activities happening throughout the City. More information will be released once it is available – stay tuned! Be Healthy Rockingham County Staff continues to be involved with Be Healthy Rockingham County initiative. They attended the Be Healthy Rockingham County meeting on July 10 and will attend the August 14 meeting as well.

Freedom Park Splash Pad The Freedom Park Splash Pad was opened to the public on June 26. The ribbon cutting for this facility was held on July 9 with over 200 people in attendance. During the first 13 days the facility has been open, there has been over 3,700 visits. We are very proud of this facility and hope each of you will have an opportunity to come by for a cool splash!

North Carolina Dixie Youth Baseball Ozone State Tourney Eden will be hosting the North Carolina Dixie Youth Baseball Ozone State Tournament at Freedom Park from July 12 through July 18. Teams from all over the state will be traveling to Eden for this event. If you want to see some exciting baseball, come join us.

Concert In The Park/Cruise-In @ Freedom Park A Concert in the Park/Cruise-In was held at Freedom Park on June 29. The next Concert in the Park/CruiseIn will take place at Freedom Park. on Aug. 31st.: Remedy On Sept. 29th: Impacts

Freedom Park Putt-Putt Course The putt-putt golf course at Freedom Park is available to the public Monday – Sunday from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. The cost is $2.00 per round.

Matrimony Creek Nature Trail – Phase II Construction of Phase II of the Matrimony Creek Nature Trail is currently underway and should be completed by the end of August.

Planning & Inspections

Code Enforcement A total of 236 notices have been mailed by certified and first class mail that affect the following number of properties: 99 for high grass, 6 for high grass, junk storage and disabled vehicles, 1 for high grass and a zoning violation, 24 for junk storage, 10 for zoning violations, 4 for junk storage and disabled vehicles, 22 for disabled vehicles, 1 for a collapsed carport, 1 for yard waste accumulation, 1 for sewage discharge into yard, 13 for violation of Human Habitation Standards and 1 for violation of the Non-Residential Building Maintenance Standards. For fiscal year 2018-2019 the city has transferred $86,091.47 to the Rockingham County Tax Department for collection with ad valorem taxes.

Historic Walking Tour Brochure Work has now been completed on the Historic Walking Tour Brochure and the Brochures have been printed.

CDBG Housing and Infrastructure Grant The application for the CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) Grant was submitted in July. Both the consultant and staff have taken applications from numerous homeowner’s in the proposed target area. The consultant has told us that the people in the area have been

welcoming and have made information easily available for the grant submission. Letters were sent out in advance of the applications being taken to nearly 250 households in the target area.

Stadium Drive Sidewalk The city will hire engineering for the design on this project. Vacant Downtown Buildings Ordinance The purpose is to establish a vacant property registration ordinance as a mechanism to preserve the historic integrity of Eden's Historic Downtown areas and to protect these areas from becoming blighted through the lack of adequate maintenance and security of abandoned and vacant properties. Additionally, the City desires to deter crime and theft of materials, to minimize loss of property value to vacant properties and surrounding occupied properties, to reduce the risk of damage from fire, flooding or other hazards, and to promote the comfort of the community. The presence of properties exhibiting evidence of vacancy pose special risks to the health, safety, and welfare of the community and therefore require attention. The provisions apply to all properties in the traditional downtown areas of The Boulevard, Leaksville, Draper and the Cook Block. This ordinance was adopted in May of 2019. Staff has surveyed the areas denoted in the ordinance and letters went out in July to owners repsonsible for these properties.

Police

Stand Against Litter The Eden Police Department continues to ask citizens to Stand Against Litter as part of the countywide campaign to aggressively enforce littering and illegal dumping violations. Be advised that we are aggressively enforcing littering and illegal dumping statutes.

Public Utilities

EPA AOC and Mandatory Projects to Stop Sewer System Overflows The City of Eden is on schedule for projects and documentation submittals to the EPA and NC Water Infrastructure. The Mebane Bridge digestion improvements project has received all of the necessary approvals and the contractor is beginning construction of this project. The remaining projects of the remediation plan will bid in sequence between now and September. All projects in the remediation plan should be approved and ready to begin by January 1, 2020.

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lion under the engineering firm estimate for the construction portion of this project. Haymes Brothers is currently extending the City of Eden sewer line from the VA state line to the Mega Park. We have issued the official notice to proceed and construction is expected to take about 18 months to complete.

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Rockingham Wellness Center Lunch and Learn Opportunity: Historic Healing: Tools from Folklore to Help Us in a SpaceAge Future- Instead of prescription or over-the-counter medications, we have plenty of ways to heal our bodies using common kitchen, bath, or herbal remedies. Many of these were learned from folks who gathered the know-how in traditional societies where health care was less available. Often called Mother Wit, natural remedies and systems of healing are becoming more accepted as a choice for inexpensive self-care. In addition, human beings now have the capacity to quickly search out the value of spices, foods, and holistic treatments with technology. Many are inexpensive, have fewer sideeffects than drugs frequently used in medicinal treatments. The key is knowing what to look for, safely. Come and learn about effective use of natural foods—from juicing and smoothies to supplements—in a workshop presentation by historian and folklorist, Robyn Anuakan, Ph.D. Registration is required for this course and closes two business days before the class begins. Please call 336778-3659 to register. August 27, 2019 from 12:00 noon till 1:30pm

Events, New Activities and Programs: Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia Warriors Support Group – Chronic pain affects both the individual and the people they love. Support groups provide emotional strength and promote empowerment in a community environment. This group plans events and speakers, and provides assistance in meeting basic needs. Join members for refreshments and fellowship. Be a part of building support for Rockingham County residents who suffer with chronic pain. August 20, 2019 from 11:00am1:00pm

Craft Time for Kids: Come out and enjoy craft time with your children. During this class, children will learn to make different

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Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP): What is WRAP? It is a program that helps individuals in identifying on what makes them well and creates a culture that encourages them to be an active participant in their own wellness. Come join us for a journey of learning how to help keep yourself well through fun activities and sharing in a safe environment. Registration is required for this course and closes two business days before the class begins. Please call 336778-3659 to register. August 6, 2019 from 9:00 am5:00 pm August 8, 2019 from 9:00 am5:00 pm

Suicide Prevention Training: Question, Persuade, and ReferAnyone can save a life. Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is an emergency response to someone in crisis. It teaches participants how to ask the right questions about suicide, how to persuade a person to get help and how to refer an individual to the right resource. Registration is required for this course and closes two business days before the class begins. Please call 336778-3659 to register. August 20, 2019 12:00 noon – 1:30 pm

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Upward to Financial Stability— The participant will learn the basic principles of money. We will discuss why money’s important, how we get it, how we create good money habits, and how money management skills help us reach our goals for financial stability. This interactive workshop will be presented by Tim Simmons, Member Engagement Specialist with Cardinal Innovations. Registration is required for this course and closes two business days before the class begins. Please call 336-778-3659 to register. August 19, 2019 from 1:003:00pm Conflict Resolution and DeEscalation- The Conflict Resolution workshop will place emphasis on achieving compromise and collaboration in conflictual situations. The training will address why people act and/or react in specific ways, effective communication skills, problem-solving, and steps to deescalate in a crisis. Registration is required for this course and closes two business days before the class begins. Please call 336-778-3659 to register. August 13, 2019 from 1:002:00pm

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Wenger is the Food and Nutrition I & II Teacher, John M. Morehead High School, Eden, NC 2017present. In this position you are expcected to” • Serve as an adviser for the newly formed National Technical Honor Society • Serve as a parent representative on the Media and Technology team • Serve as a member of the PBIS Tier 2 team for the entire school Ms. Wenger shared her thoughts about her experience at Morehead High School: “I always strive to give my students new experiences and show them things they have never seen before. My teaching is definitely “think outside the box” style, and I am constantly challenging myself to find new opportunities for them. For example, I had two seniors this year that both wanted to go to culinary school. Of course, that is music to my ears, so I looked around for an opportunity for

them to have a really unique culinary experience. I found it with the “Grown and Gathered” dinner which was held at the Spray Mercantile in May. I contacted the organizer of the event and she was gracious enough to allow me to bring both students as my guests at no cost. We got to have an elegant meal, learn about farm to table options that are right here in Rockingham County, and try foods they had never had before. It was an amazing experience and better than any classroom lesson I could have planned. I am grateful for those opportunities and will always be on the lookout for the chance to broaden my students’ horizons.”

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New Parent Engagement Program (PEP) set up The Rockingham County Education Foundation is excited to announce the start of a new Parent Engagement Program. The Parent Engagement Program is a leadership program for parents. Workshops will build on your leadership skills and allow you to become informed partners, advocates and leaders for education in Rockingham County. Through this program particapants will: - Work with other parents. - Meet key education leaders. - Learn how to reduce barriers for children to be successful. - Create a project for your local school. Dates and times: August 30th: Applications Due September 5th: Orientation @ 5:30 pm Meeting Dates (Thursdays): 9:00 am - 2:00 pm @RCC

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WORDS FROM PAST PARTICIPANTS: "This has been an amazing experience! I have learned so much and feel like I have contributed so much to the school this year." ~Ashley Hopper, HMS Parent "PEP gave me the opportunity to gain so much knowledge and motivation to make a change in our schools." ~Chrissy Griffin, Douglass Elementary parent Call or email today for an application Rockingham County Education Foundation. Call 336-552-0761. Or email: dawn@helprockinghamstudents.org

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Mission Serve works hard in county

Mission Serve partners with chuches and cities to bring youth to help in community efforts. Combining the physical with the spirutual, students are challenged to meet the demands of serving others through projects. The youth assist in the rehabilitation of sub-standard housing. Recently Rockingham County was blessed with the group coming in to serve. They were housed at Rockingham County High School. Rockingham County was chosen as a work site for Mission Serve due to the population percentage who are living in poverty. Their hard work helped with roofing, ramps, painting, general costruction repair and more. Mission Serve has been involved in pre-packaged missions for over 20 years. One question is, what do they pay these special youth to

go on the trips and work hard in the hot sun. Well, the answer is nothing, in fact they youth pay for the experience! For U.S. based trips usually the cost is around $270. An out of the US cost sample is for the Guatemal trip the cost is $625. This of course includes everything you need. And what do you get out of the trips? Life long friendships, experience in construction, food, lodging, transportation, team worship services, entertainment like movies and icecream socials, (and locally a trip down the river) and so much love and sharing of the gospel together as well as with the new people you help. Would you like an opportunity to be the hands and feet of our Lord, working with enthusiastic students with a desire to change the world? Are you gifted in the area of construction or

Rockingham County Schools and its Board of Education are pleased to announce that it has received the Notice of Award for the Head Start program from the Office of Head Start in Washington, D.C. for Rockingham County. “We are extremely pleased to have the opportunity to oversee the daily operations and educational programming of the county’s Head Start program. We know that children who have early learning experiences are better prepared academically and socially/emotionally to enter our kindergarten classrooms,” says Dr. Rodney Shotwell, Superintendent. The Rockingham County School Board determined last September to apply for the grant and district level staff submitted the grant application in early February, 2019. Mrs. Paula Rakestraw, Vice Chair of the Board of Education, noted that the process seemed to move slowly but that she trusted that

it would lead to a good outcome for students and their families. In late June, the school district received word that it would be notified in July as to whether the school district would be granted Head Start oversight. On July 5, 2019 the Notice of Award was provided to Dr. Shotwell from the Office of Head Start. Dr. Shotwell spoke to Representative Mark Walker on July 9 and thanked him for his support in this endeavor. The school district is currently working to ensure a smooth transition for the families and staff of Head Start. Dr. Cindy Corcoran, Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Support Services, recognized the hard work of all involved to ensure that the Head Start program continues to support the currently enrolled students, their families and the community. The school district is looking forward to supporting and leading the Head Start Program in the 2019-20 school year.

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ects. These volunteers work under the supervision of the coordinating team who coordinate all the work at the project. The folks at Mission Serve believe in being the hands and feet of Jesus Christ and sharing His love through missions and home rehab. Mission Serve is a life-changing mission experience, and we encourage you to join us for one of our projects. Students must have completed the 6th grade to attend. 888.421.4408 info@missionserve.com Mission Serve

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4-H Youth Win at District 4-H Presentations Contest

On June 21, Rockingham County 4-H youth competed at the North Central 4-H District Activity Day in Orange County. Rockingham County 4-H was among youth that were from the 19 surrounding counties in the district. The top competitors in each category get to move onto the NC State 4-H Presentations Contest in July in Raleigh. Rockingham County had twelve presenters with five of them being a first time presenter at District Activity Day which is a big accomplishment! All of our 4-Hers gave very professional presentations and we are proud of them all. The participants were Laura Sheets, Ansley Garris, Sarah Sheets, Caroline Ray, Alice Holmes, Keynon Settle, Leah Lovelace, McKayla Doom, Sarah Farlee, Katelyn Hewitt, Patrick Winchester and Levi Corriher. Rockingham County 4Hers’ results were as follows; Ansley won gold in Horse Presentations, Laura won gold and Sarah Sheets won silver in Horse Public Speaking, Caroline won gold in Small and Companion Animals, Alice won gold and Keynon won silver in

Foods and Nutrition, Leah won gold in Safety, McKayla won gold in Public Speaking, Sarah Farlee won gold in Livestock and Dairy Production, Katelyn Hewitt won gold and Patrick won bronze in Arts and Communication, Levi won gold in Forestry and Wildlife.

We have 11 4-Hers who qualified for the NC State 4-H Presentations contest and will compete on July 20 in Raleigh. There was also a district talent show at the event. Keynon Settle read a poem that he wrote and Caroline Ray performed a dance solo. Leah Lovelace participated in the District 4-H Fashion Revue. Leah made a beautiful mitten scarf that she modeled and was judged on her sewing skills. We are so very proud of all of our Rockingham County 4Hers! Congratulations to all of our 4-H youth, you made Rockingham County proud!! For more information about 4-H in Rockingham County contact Morgan Maness, 4-H Agent at 336-342-8230 or mcmaness@ncsu.edu.

2019 Eden Parks & Rec Ozone All-Stars - N C Dixie Youth Baseball Ozone D2 State Champions Kneeling L to R - Yoselin Alvarado, Laila Cisneros, Elijah Lopes, Soloman Price, Christian HernandezFlores and Giovani Hernandez-Flores. Standing L to R - Coach Evan Rippey, William Lovett, Seth Dix, Tanner Rippey, Brittyn Barnes, Braxton Carter, Daniel Alvarado and Coach Soloman Price Sr.

Just want to recognize this group of guys and thank them for their hard work. They went to the nationals at Myrtle Beach and finished 8th out of 57 teams. Also want to thank coach Jim Martin and our score keeper Veronica Gauldin for all your hard work. Thanks to the parents for everything you guys did. Great job Carolina Thunder 16u. Thanks Coach Mac

Some of the 4-Hers at District 4-H Activity Day in Orange County on June 21, 2019. Sarah Sheets, Laura Sheets, Caroline Ray, Alice Holmes, Keynon Settle, Sarah Farlee, Levi Corriher and Patrick Winchester. Not all 4-Hers were present for the picture.

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Roach Tennis returned to the newly renovated Bridge Street Recreation Center tennis courts in Eden on July 15 for one night of FREE tennis strategy clinics for Rockingham County high school and adult players; and again on July 25 to meet 40 young players from summer camps at Bridge Street and Boys & Girls Club of Eden on the courts. Coach James Roach played college tennis and started his coaching career at WinstonSalem State University. His first days on the court were with his dad who started Roach Tennis in the 90s at Bridge Street Recreation Center in Eden, NC. He returned to coaching in 2004 and since then has coached 7 mixed and combo state USTA League Championship teams. He is a member of Kimberly Park Tennis and Kernersville Area Tennis Association and believes on promoting tennis to everyone. He is also the winner in Men’s and Mixed Doubles at the 2019 United Way of Rockingham County Fast Four Tournament. These clinics are co-sponsored with Eden Parks & Recreation Department and supported by grants to Rockingham County Tennis Association from USTA Foundation for Adult Social Leagues and from USTA Southern and from USTA Foundation and Southern Tennis Foundation for capacity building and program support to connect tennis and education to change lives of our youth. For more information about tennis for all ages in Rockingham County, visit our website at www.rockingham. usta.com and follow us on Facebook at www.Facebook. com /RCYouthtennis.

2019 Eden Parks & Rec Ozone All-Stars - North Carolina D2 State Champions First Row L to R - Elijah Lopes, Christian Hernandez Flores, Laila Cisneros, Soloman Price Jr., Eli Horton and Giovani Hernandez Flores. Second Row L to R - William Lovett, Seth Dix, Braxton Carter, Brittyn Barnes, Tanner Rippey and Daniel Alvarado. At rear - Coach Soloman Price Sr. and Manager Evan Rippey. Not Pictured - Coach Steve Rippey.

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Relay for Life kick’s off

Relay for Life (RFL) of Rockingham County is kicking off another great year dedicated to supporting and celebrating cancer survivors and their caregivers. Our fundraising goal for 2019-2020 is $120,000, and everyone is invited to participate to help us surpass this target. Getting involved is easy, especially with the help of the RFL Committee. Several teams have already formed, and you can either join an established team or begin one of your own. Each team sets a fundraising goal and plans activities to raise donations and are encouraged to raise money all year. We will hold a meet and greet on September 3, 2019 at 6:30 PM at Osborne Baptist Church’s Fellowship Hall for anyone thinking about joining the Relay for Life Committee. Team meetings will be also held at Osborne Baptist Church’s Fellowship Hall and will begin September 5, 2019 at 6:30 PM. The RFP committee is there to support teams in their planning. The first Thursday of each month, they meet with team representatives to discuss exciting ways to fundraise, celebrate successes, and share ideas. There are many ways to fundraise: sell T-shirts, luminaries, or torches; host bake sales, pinto bean suppers, car washes, or golf tournaments; or arrange raffles. Teams can be creative and have great fun holding these events, and the rewards of helping those affected by cancer in our community are gratifying. For survivors and their caregivers, it is crucial to feel connected and supported. RFL of Rockingham County holds several events just for survivors and their caregivers, including the Survivor Dinner. Survivors can register at no cost for this special evening of great food, goody bags, inspiring guest speakers, and fellowship with others. Our other signature event is the Relay for Life, where we celebrate survivors during a meaningful ceremony after which they walk together in the Survivor Lap with luminaries and torches lighting their way to honor or memorialize those whose lives

Get the 411 on Rockingham County

Rockingham County 411 will provide crucial info and updates, calendar and events. To sign up go to ww.myrockinghamcounty.com Emergency services director Rodney Cates sends out vital info and updates regarding Rockingham County, NC, with this new, video called, "ROCKINGHAM COUNTY 4-1-1." Announcing items such as Ready NC - road closing, shelter info, preparing for the unexpected problems, storm announcements, power outages info, preparation advice for these events. Public Inform. Officer Mable Scott, shares important, news that citizens can use.

have been impacted by cancer. Contact us. To register online as a team or as a survivor, simply go to www.relayfor life.org/rockinghamnc. You can also call 1-800-237-2345 or contact any of the Relay for Life Committee members, and we’ll be glad to help! For more details about being part of a team or otherwise participating in these events, reach out to Sandra Meadows, American Cancer Society Community Development Manager at 276806-5488, or Anita Jennette, the RFL of Rockingham County Chairperson, at 336-432-7070.

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