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Helen Farmer was headed home from the supermarket on this windy Tuesday afternoon when she noticed a small Piper Cub rising from the Tri-City Airport in Draper. Farmer lived close to the end of the east runway and was familiar with the pilots and aircraft that frequented the grass strip. She noticed that the aircraft rose rapidly from catching the high winds under its yellow wings. To her horror, the Cub suddenly flipped over on its back and plummeted to the ground.

Farmer drove by the hanger never looking back as she remembered an old wives tale about looking on anyone that just died a tragic death would have bad luck with their soon to be born child. Farmer was pregnant with her second son.

Tri-City Airport had a good safety record for the short time it had been in operation. By far the worst misfortune occurred away from the airport when cofounder and flight instructor of the airport, Harvey Fitts was killed in Tennessee in a training plane crash.

Harvey Fitts left his law practice for the Army Air Corps when World War II broke out. Too old to be a combat pilot, he ferried aircraft and supplies in the states. Being a driving force of the airport, this was a severe setback to returning the airport to its prosperity after the war.

Airport owner Hoyt Stultz had lost his good friend and flight instructor. Harvey Fitts was the aviation man of the Tri-Cities and the lack of his presence made the airport transition back into a peacetime economy difficult. Fortunately a start up company formed up at the Reidsville airport known as Falcon Airways. They specialized in many services not just air transport and passengers. They ran a salvage yard for military surplus aircraft, mechanical service, crop dusting, and pilot training. Seeking to span out its influence to minor airports, Falcon Airways took over the operations of TriCity Airport.

William Cox, whose father operated the Cox Airport on the Draper-Spray Road in the early 1930’s, was appointed the manager at Tri-City Airport. Cox had just returned to civilian life after flying supplies into front line airstrips in the Pacific. The experienced Cox, who was trained by Harvey Fitts about ten years earlier, was an excellent choice for this position.

On November 3rd, 1946, William Cox was waiting for two surplus army training aircraft to land so he could start training his student in his aircraft. The first plane landed easily but the second was having trouble with its landing approach. The second aircraft made a wide turn after a botched attempt to land. The aircraft

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and sustenance farmers, growing crops known as “the three sisters,” corn, beans, and squash, in addition to what they found in the area. As trade with European settlers increased the Saura expanded their diet to include crops that were obtained from settlers such as peaches and watermelon.

The trade with Europeans came at a cost, however. Across the continent the English and the Netherlands had established deals with much larger tribes, such as the Iroquois Confederation, to provide firearms for their armed forces in exchange for slaves. Slaves in the Native American slave trade usually came from prisoners of war, so this created a perverse incentive for Indian nations to not only attack their rivals but also raid other tribes to capture potential slaves, so they could win favor with European trade partners and increase their own power and wealth. Eventually, the Seneca tribe, one of the member nations of the Iroquois Confederation, began raiding the Saura settlements along the Dan River.

Along with organized raids, diseases rampaged along trade routes throughout the continent and the Saura tribe were no exception. Faced with the threat of more attacks and the threat of depopulation from disease, the Saura people left their homes in Rockingham County and moved south along the Yadkin River and merged with the Catawba tribe. By the time William Byrd conducted his survey of the land that would eventually become Eden, the Saura were long gone, leaving just their villages in Rockingham and Stokes County.

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• REGULAR SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL: Regular residential solid waste will be accepted for disposal from SINGLE DWELLING Households and items from the usual municipal “cleanup” collections programs conducted during the Free Cleanup Week. Citizens are limited to one truck bed load OR one trailer load (trailer no longer than 16 feet) per household for the entire week.

• NO COMMERICAL WASTE ACCEPTED FOR FREE ONLY SINGLE DWELLING HOUSEHOLDS: No “Commercial” solid waste material will be accepted for free disposal during the week. This includes shingles, remodeling and construction materials, demolition materials and other waste recognized as commercial waste. No industrial waste will be accepted for free disposal. No animal carcasses will be accepted for free disposal. Commercial haulers of residential waste will not be allowed free disposal.

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• RE-USE: Salvation Army, Goodwill, Churches, Civic Groups. Residents are urged and encouraged to remember those charitable organizations such as the Salvation Army, Goodwill and church & civic groups who may provide benefit to those less fortunate with donations of usable discarded items. These are good recycling efforts and avoids disposal in the Landfill.

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Earlie Ray O’Neal, 83 Houston Malloy Poteat, 91 Reidsville James Earl Page, 92 - Reidsville Lloyd Charles Prontaut Jr., 67 Reidsville Furman Ephriam Pace, Jr., 70 Reidsville Reginald “Reggie” Warren Parris, 65 Eden James Price, Jr. Hilda Mae Knight Parrish, 85 Teresa Lynn Pope Pratt, 59 - Eden Patsy Reyes, 58 - Eden Maurice L. Raynor, 77 Mary Ann Smith Rixon, 81 - Mayodan James McKinley Rosser, 71 - RC Benjamin Lee Rhame, 85 - Eden Thomas Lee Rodgers, 70 Juan Valentin Garcia Ramos Reidsville Crisanto Linares Rosales, 46 Virgil “Nello” Shaffer, 90 Lowanda Warf Singleton, 57 Reidsville Richard Clark Smith, Sr., 68 Stoneville Robert "Robby" Samuel Vincent Schultz, 18 months Alice Mae Bowers Strutton, 78 - Eden Douglas E. Sharpe, 57 Chalmers “Stanley” Searcy, 66 - RC Warren McGehee "Pete" Shreve,85 RC Henry Lee Satterfield, 80 Orlando Eugene Searcy, 52 Wanda Faye Holcomb Thompson, 64 - Madison Gary Ronald Turner, 68 - Reidsville David Thill, 63 - Ruffin Steven Thomas Turney, 64 - Stoneville Janice Darline Mabe Thomas, 62 Mayodan William “Billy” Abraham Webster, Sr., 93 - Madison Clarence “Boodie” F. Webster, 69 Reidsville Chad Lewis Webster, 29 Thomas Dean Wilson, Sr., 83 Reidsville Mary Alice “Parrish” Wilkins, 75 Madison Lydia Joanne Craddock Williams, 67 Stoneville Alfred Wayne Worley, 75 - Reidsville Janie Musselwhite Wattenbarger, 97 Reidsville Kenneth “Ken” Cloyd Yount, 70 Reidsville

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Contined from Page 1 appeared to line up on the runway but it suddenly plunged straight down from a low altitude and burst into flames 500 yards from the beginning of the runway at the driveway of the old Nelson Farm. William Cox rushed to the burning wreck.

Joe Hill was hanging around the airport that Sunday afternoon and when the teenager made it to the flaming crash, the heavy scent of burning flesh permeated the area. Future Draper policeman Charlie Sommers was directed by William Cox to shoot a hole in the fuel tank to relieve the hot vapors from exploding. The pilot’s body could still be seen through the flames. Joe Hill carried that smell of burning flesh for months, dampening his enthusiasm for flying forever.

A young Helen Gover heard all the commotion and rode her bicycle about a half a mile west on Meadow Road to witness the emergency efforts being put forth by the Draper Volunteer Fire Department and other rescue personal. Little did Helen Gover and Joe Hill know that they would one day witness another misfortune.

The two aircraft involved that day had just been purchased and flown out of the Camden, South Carolina air base. They were being flown to Maryland to be sold as salvage but the pilots thought that they were too low on fuel to make it to Danville.

The aircraft was a Fairchild PT19 trainer. This was also the type of aircraft that Harvey Fitts was killed in.

Fast forward to 1950 to find that Falcon Airways gambled on a post war boom in aircraft popularity due to many returning servicemen being trained as pilots. The automotive industry reaped the benefits instead and the overleveraged Falcon Airways was on the way out.

Tri-City Airport manager William Cox had also left his position to become one of first pilots of the fledgling Piedmont Airlines.

Under the guidance of owner Hoyt Stultz, the airport was still vibrant with as many as four aircraft stored in the hanger at any one time, not counting the ones tied down outside. Navy pilot Gus Shin often flew in from the Norfolk Navy Air Station in powerful navy fighters, the F6F Hellcat and the famous F4U Corsair, for a weekend leave that always brought curious onlookers to the grass strip. Air shows were also commonplace at this time.

On Easter Monday 1950, there was a dedication of the official opening of the boat landing just upstream from the Mebane Bridge where it is today.

The new Duke Power Steam Station had just completed the dam, backing the water back up to the Smith River. The mayors of Leaksville, Spray, and Draper were present and they all took rides in boats to the dam and

back. There were about 40 motored boats in the river that day and the road was lined with the cars of the onlookers.

This was a huge event that even brought a stunt plane into play doing acrobatics above the crowd. The Leaksville News claimed that the crowd of about 4000 people watched as “an airplane overhead performed breath-taking stunts.” The passenger of this airplane had a different version of this story.

Draper boy “Bullet Barrow” said that at times they were so low over the river that people jumped off their boats. No one knows if pilot Jeff Ayers was paid for this

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exhibition or he just did it on his on.

The thirty-two year old Jefferson Lee Ayers was the dare-devil pilot of this small Piper Cub. Jeff Ayers was a natural born pilot. He served in the Army Air Corps during the war as ground crew. After the war, he picked up driving a taxi as his main occupation being a partner in the Draper Cab Company. The standard operating procedure for cab drivers in this time was to ferry liquor along with passengers and goods. Jeff Ayers was no different and did very well in this line of business. Ayers dressed sharply and always wore wing-tip shoes. When he showed up at local restaurants and beer joints he always tipped very well and was, as can be imagined, very well liked throughout the area. Ayers was an aviation enthusiast from his army days and was finally able to pursue his dream of flying.

Townspeople recall him flying for several years but he received his flying license less than a year before that Easter.

Ayers then acquired a J-3 Piper Cub that he kept at TriCity Airport. Ayers could put the 65 horse powered aircraft through all types of maneuvers that stretched the limits of this small aircraft. One trick that Ayers performed was having his friends hold the light aircraft back in the hanger while he had the engine at full throttle. When the friends released the plane it would cross the runway and become airborne in just 60 yards barely clearing the trees. Another stunt he was particularly fond of was taking the Cub off against a good wind, and then angling the aircraft where it would climb abnormally fast. He was a master of this technique.

On the day after Easter Monday, a burgundy 46 Ford pulled up to the hanger where Ayers had his aircraft. Richard “Piggy” Lemons, the youngest of the Lemon brothers, had learned to fly and was good friends with Ayers. “Piggy” was talking to his 22-year old brother

Luther, who was with him, about buying Ayers’ Piper Cub. The Lemons brothers of Draper were the power family of Draper at that time. The brothers had the reputation of getting things done. They built and maintained the fastest bootlegging cars around as well as maintaining the local law enforcement automobiles.

Lawrence Lemons had a business arrangement with Clay Earles of the Martinsville Speedway. Earles had taken a liking to the young Luther Lemons. The charismatic Luther Lemons had already become part owner of the Harris Esso Station while still employed at the Lemon Brothers Motor Company. His family said that with his business acumen that he could turn a dollar into a hundred. An example of that talent was his partnership with John East Jr. He became a part owner of the new Draper Speedway. Luther was able to use Clay Earles financial help to cover his part in building the speedway which was probably just a conduit for Earles to launder his under-thetable cash flow.

Luther, against the advice of several family members, was going to take a test ride in Ayers’ Cub that day. The large Jeff Ayers seated himself in the back seat which was customary for the pilot in two-seater planes for a better weight distribution.

About 4:30 that afternoon, with

Luther Lemons in the front seat, the Piper Cub started its take off into a high wind coming from the north-west. Once the aircraft left the ground, it ascended rapidly to about 300 feet then suddenly looped over on its back.

Luther’s brother “Piggy” watched in terror as the aircraft pointed nose down for its impact on the runway.

Two young boys were playing at Hoyt Stultz’s house that day when they heard the crash and termination of the engine sound. The ten-year-old Jay Stultz looked at his friend sevenyear-old Paul Gover and said, “Jeff just crashed.” They ran out of the house and past the hanger where men were already arriving at the scene. The boys saw Ayers plane lying upside down with the open cowl engine twisted in its engine mounts. The wooden propeller had dug into the ground splintering it. Men pulled Lemons from the wreckage first.

He may have been still alive at this point. The big man Jeff

Ayers had his seat break loose propelling him into Lemons.

Lemons’ head was forced into the instrument panel causing traumatic head injuries. While Lemons left blood on the instrument panel, Ayers had no injury or blood that could be seen.

Joe Hill was mixing cement for his father when the ambulance blasted past his work place. Hill jumped into his car and followed the emergency vehicle about a mile to the airport. The crowd of onlookers was growing as all the town’s folk were descending on the crash sight. Hill saw the bodies of Lemons and Ayers lying side by side. To Hill, it appeared that they were peacefully sleeping.

Ayers’ wing tip shoes were beside the body. The crowd was stunned and milling around from the sight; they all knew the occupants. Airport owner Hoyt Stultz took Ayers’ pistol and box of

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vehicle. Each sticker will be numbered and assigned to that vehicle only. If a resident needs more than one sticker, for other vehicles they own, that vehicle must be driven to the site on a subsequent visit to the recycling center in order to be registered to receive a recycling sticker.

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For additional questions regarding this issue please call 336-627-7781 ext. 103 or email Dusty Curry, Superintendent of Solid Waste at dcurry@edennc.us.

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Contined from Page 5 money from Ayers’ taxi. Hoyt saw Hill standing in the crowd and pulled him away from the scene and told him to deliver the money and pistol to Ayers’ mother. Hill wasted no time taking the money to Mrs. Ayers along with the tragic news. Hill then took the pistol to Ayers’ brother. For a young man, it was an unwelcome task.

The aircraft laid on its back until the Civil Aeronautics’ Agency, the forerunner of the FAA came the next day to examine the crash. Many of the onlookers cut pieces of the yellow fabric that covered the light aircraft as souvenirs during this time. The engine was later sold but the bare frame of the aircraft hung on the walls of the hanger for many years.

Ayers was an excellent pilot that pushed his luck too far that day. There was no good reason for him trying to fly an aircraft as light as the 750 pound Piper Cub in high winds. Many pilots have said that he should have never even attempted the takeoff.

In the aviation community there is a saying, “There are bold pilots and there are old pilots but there are no bold old pilots.”

Ayers left behind a wife and a ten-year-old son.

Luther Lemons boarded Ayers aircraft against advice that day. Lemons probably had no idea of how dangerous the trip could be. Lemons was not married. After the death of his broth-

er, Richard “Piggy” Lemons never pursued his interest in flying.

This crash rocked the community to the core. Both men were prosperous business men and had nothing but the future open to them. Lemons was clearly the gem of the Lemons’ brothers and he showed it. With his smarts and friendly personality he easily won over many friends.

When he coupled with John East Jr. to open Draper Speedway, he opened a new chapter in his life as well. His strong friendship with Martinsville Speedway owner and bootlegger Clay Earles meant that he had many business connections opening.

All familiar with Lemons believe that Draper Speedway would have taken a different course for Lemons was a visionary. What ever avenue Lemons took in life, running the Draper Speedway, public relations for Bill France’s NASCAR, or even a politician it was a safe bet that he would have succeeded. The whole town suffered over his untimely loss.

Although the crash happened about seventy years ago, there are people still living who witnessed this and still talk about that fatal day. It is the worst event that ever happened at TriCity Airport and arguably that of the town. People are still wondering, what would have happened if the crash had never occurred?

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Lynrock Swim Club This Eden swim club is now accepting memberships for the 2019 summer season. They have an Olympic size pool, concessions and snacks. You can schedule a birthday party or other event for affordable fees. Family memberships are $325 if paid before May 1st and $400 afterward. They offer $200 individual memberships. Pool parties are $150.00. The summer season runs from May 27th through Labor Day. Call 336-623-6110 or stop by their 636 Valley Drive location.

NCV Barber Shop Owner Derrick Scott has opened this new Eden business at 571 B, Bridge Street in Eden—beside

Moorefield Office Supply. He is open Tuesday-Friday, 8:30am4:30pm and Saturday, 8:30am11:30am. No appointments necessary. Call 336-402-0371 for more information.

Empressive Contours Owner Erin Courtney offers permanent makeup including eyebrows, eyeliner, lips and color correction. Erin also offers therapeutic massage and Bellanina Facelift Massage. She is a licensed message and bodywork therapist (NC#130) and Nationally Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. She is located at 407 S. Van Buren Road. Contact her at 336-613-8932.

Rockingham County DHHS Recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month with Pinwheels for Prevention Pinwheels serve as a visual reminder that we all have a connection to prevention Rockingham County Department of Health and Humana Services, Division of Social Services will be planting Pinwheels for Prevention® at the Rockingham County Governmental Center on April 1, 2019 at 9:00 AM to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Every April, Pinwheels for Prevention® are planted across North Carolina to encourage the public to learn more about the importance of making connections that matter to build healthy brain development which creates better health outcomes for children as they grow up and positive outcomes for us all.

“At Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services we know that we can make a positive impact on the future by building connections that matter to children, parents and adults,” said Cathy Murray, Services Program Manager at Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services Division of Social Services. “We know that caring relationships can actually help prevent and even mitigate the effects of trauma.”

The event on April 1 at Rockingham County Governmental Center is part of the nationwide Pinwheels for Prevention® campaign of Child Abuse Prevention Month since 2008. Pinwheels are the symbol of child abuse prevention and a visible reminder of the happy and healthy childhood that all children deserve.

“We’re so thankful to Rockingham County DSS for promoting the message that connections matter for prevention in Rockingham County,” said

Sharon Hirsch, President & CEO of Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina. “This event is a great way for the community to come together during Child Abuse Prevention Month and learn how they can make critical connections in their own lives to help build strong families and a supportive community.”

Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Social Services will host the dedication of a pinwheel garden on April 1, 2019 at 9:00 AM, in front of the Rockingham County Governmental Center. Local government officials and partner agencies have been invited to attend. This year, the number of pinwheels will represent the number of children in foster care in Rockingham County. The pinwheels represent the bright future that all children deserve. It represents the hope that all children in our community have the stable, loving relationship they need to become successful adults who contribute to the community.

Communities that support policies and programs that encourage children’s healthy development in all areas of their lives ensure the communities future prosperity.

For more information, contact Cathy Murray at 336 342 1394 ext 7082 or cmurray@co.rockingham.nc.us About Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina (PCANC) is the leading statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect. Through collaboration with partners across North Carolina, PCANC works with communities to build safe, stable, nurturing relationships for all children. PCANC is the North Carolina chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America. For more information contact Kristie Demers, Communications Manager, at (919) 829-8009, ext. 619 or kdemers@preventchildabusenc.org.

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UNC Family Medicine Welcomes New Eden Healthcare Providers Two new primary care providers, Dr. Alethea Barrino and Britney Joyce, NP, are accepting patients and welcoming those who were previous patients at UNC Family Medicine at Eden.

Dr. Alethea Barrino, a graduate of Winston Salem State University, attended medical school at East Carolina University and did her residency in family practice at University of Mississippi Medical Center.

As a family practice physician, she enjoys working with hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia and women’s health, and always places an emphasis on preventive medicine.

Since age 12, Dr. Barrino has known that she wanted to work with people, serving in a community where she can make a difference in peoples’ lives.

Becoming a physician has helped her achieve that dream.

“My approach to patient care is to treat everyone as an individual; no on patient is identical to another,” she says.

“Treat every patient like they are your own family member, with patience, compassion and empathy.”

Britney Joyce is a Nurse Practitioner who grew up in the Western area of Rockingham County. After finishing high

Grease is the Word By: Melinda Ward, Wastewater Superintendent

Grease is the word. It's the word that you heard. It's got groove, it's got meaning. Grease is the time, is the place, and is the motion.

Now, grease is the way we are feeling…just not in such a fun way!

In my world, grease can take on a dreadful meaning. It brings problems for my coworkers as well as other workers in the City. It can wreak havoc at times, especially when it’s cold.

That’s when you realize just how much is present because it comes together and hardens in all the wrong places. It coats pipes from your houses to the wastewater’s final destination, the wastewater plant. It sticks to roots in the lines, it collects around any grooves or cracks in lines, and it even builds up in pump stations while it’s waiting to move on down the line.

Many times, it can collect enough in certain spots to even cause blockages. These blockages can result in sewer overflowing onto properties in the area. You add so called flushable wipes to the mix and you really have a blockage problem.

In England, they discovered a blockage made up of grease and rags so large that they determined it was the size of a school bus! NOT ACCEPTABLE! We have done our due diligence in inspecting all of the restaurants and institutions in the City to make sure that they are aware of the City’s Grease Ordinance. After a few years of inspections, we are pleased to see that all restaurants in the area are understanding the “best management practices” for keeping grease and trash out of our sewers. Their grease traps and grease interceptors are being routinely cleaned out and maintained so that they are not considered a problem anymore. We will continue this process to make sure that it stays that way.

So if the restaurants aren’t to blame, then who is???

Apparently residents are still in need of more education. The City’s Collection and Distribution Division mail out flyers twice a year to all sewer customers to remind them of what is not allowed down the drain, such as grease and wipes.

Although this is helpful information, it seems to not register with everyone. There is still the mindset that my little bit of

grease and trash won’t affect anything, but the problem is that too many people in the same area feel this way and don’t change their habits. If our C&D division responds to a certain household that is having a backup due to grease and/or wipes, they are given the information directly, but we just don’t have the manpower to talk to each household every time that could be contributing. We need everyone to take this issue seriously and realize how much power they have to help us reduce our sewer costs.

• Make sure that all food is scraped or wiped off of plates into the trash before washing.

• DO NOT USE THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL AS A TRASH CAN! It’s only designed to handle what remains after scraping plates.

• Dispose of any extra grease or cooking oil in a separate heat proof container to dispose of later in the trash after it cools.

• Consider all wipes as NON FLUSHABLE! Most have a toilet symbol on them now showing that they are either flushable or non-flushable, but even the ones that say flushable warn against flushing more than two at a time because they recognize that they can still cause problems. It is better on you as well as our system to throw these away properly in the trash can.

OR better yet, stop using them all together.

Taking care of your household pipes by following these steps can prevent backups in your own home that could cause nasty and expensive messes.

They also help keep our costs lower due to less waste for us to have to collect and dispose of along with less man hours responding to blockages after hours. We work hard to protect our rivers from untreated wastewater coming out of the sewers.

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school, she worked as a certified nursing assistant. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in biology from UNC-Greensboro, then went on to earn a BSRN from Winston Salem State University. Her goal was to become a nurse practitioner. In 2018, she achieved that goal by earning a Masters’ Degree from South University, graduating Summa Cum Laude.

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Building Your Healthcare Team: You, Your Doctors and Your Pharmacist

You carefully selected your doctor. You asked questions, got recommendations, checked credentials. But did you give as much thought to choosing your pharmacist?

Your pharmacist is your most accessible – and underutilized – healthcare resource available. In fact, of all your healthcare providers, your pharmacist is likely the one you see most often.

Get the most out of your pharmacy visits Your local independent pharmacy can help you manage chronic conditions, avoid dangerous drug interactions, and provide other low-cost and convenient services to help keep your health on a positive track between doctor’s visits.

The more information you give to your pharmacist, the more assistance they can provide: • Use the same pharmacy for every prescription. This is especially important if you have multiple doctors. Your pharmacist can help ensure your various prescriptions will not interact.

• Update your information. Do you have new health insurance? Have you been diagnosed with a new condition? Have you had any side effects or allergic reactions?

Are you taking any new over the counter (OTC) medications? Keeping your information updated can help your pharmacist spot red flags.

• Ask questions about OTC medications. OTC medications do not require a prescription, but they can interact with other medications, lessen their effects, or adversely impact a chronic condition. From cold remedies to supplements, always check with your pharmacist.

• Ask about alternatives. Do you have trouble swallowing large pills? Are you suffering from uncomfortable side effects? Is your prescription too expensive? Your pharmacist may be able to suggest alternatives and work with your physician to make the change.

• Ask for help. Is it sometimes difficult to remember when to take your prescription or if you’ve taken it already? Do you frequently run out or need to make multiple trips to the pharmacy? Ask if the pharmacy offers any programs such as local delivery, medicine synchronization, compliance packaging, and refill reminders that can help keep you on track.

Your pharmacist and physician – partners for your health Your local pharmacist can work with your physician to help ensure the best possible health outcome for you. They can also act as a connection to your doctor, helping you work out issues with your prescriptions and suggesting alternatives when necessary.

Many pharmacies offer other services to help support your health between doctor’s visits.

We’re here for you Building a strong healthcare team is the first step to bettering your outcome. It’s your health-if you are unsure of a diagnosis or treatment, don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you don’t understand the answer, ask for clarification until you have a thorough understanding-your team is here to work for you.

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EDEN DRUG CLASSES OFFERED All Classees are FREE: • Eden Drug’s Heart Healthy classes are held monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 10:00 at the Senior Center on Orchard Drive in Eden.

• Diabetic Nutrition Classes are held monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 3:00 at Eden Drug’s Ed. Center located at 107 West Stadium Drive in Eden.

• Diabetic Wellness Classes are held monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 3:00 at Eden Drug’s Ed. Center located at 107 West Stadium Drive in Eden.

• Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Support Group - Meets every 2nd Tuesday of each month from 11am - 1pm at the Wellness Center located inside Laynes Pharmacy, 509 Van Buren Rd. , Eden. Visit on Facebook: #gotpain.

- ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Monday • Evening Words of Wisdom -6:00pm.

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 – 6:00pm 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 - 8:00pm Open Discussion - UNC Rockingham Health Center (fomerly Morehead Hospital) 117 E. Kings Hwy., Eden (336) 623-9711 Thursday • Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Friday • “A Vision for You” Group – 8:00pm Open Discussion, St. Thomas Epi. Ch..

315 Lindsey St., Reidsville 349-3511 Saturday • 12 Changes Group – 9:00am Life Changes Bldg., 7586 NC Hwy 770, Eden (336) 623-8584 • Serenity Group – 11:00am William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St. – Reidsville (800)591-6474 • Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presb. Church 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Sunday Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presb. Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 ALANON Thursday • Draper Al-Anon Group - 7:00pm

• TOPS - TOPS (Takes off pounds sensibly) Mon. at 5:45 pm at the Central Christian Ch., 233 Stadium Dr. Eden. www. tops.org or call 1-800-YEA-TOPS. or 919-621-3613. Laurasgw@gmail.com Brenda Denson 627-1086 or Pat Elske at 627-0057.

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CHRONIC DISEASE CARE • Parkinson's Support Group Call 336-627-8510 to register and for dates and times • HOUSE CALLS - RADIO SHOW 1490 AM • WMYN AM 11am & 7pm, 2nd & 4th Wednesday • FREE CLASSES FOR EXPECTANT PARENTS UNC Rockingham Health Care. 117 E.Kings Hwy. Eden, NC 27288 • EVERY BABY SHOULD MAKE A GRAND ENTRANCE! Designed to help you through the labor and delivery process, Free and held in UNC Rockingham Health Center’s Downstairs Classroom. Register (336) 623-9711 ext.

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First United Methodist Church 130 Main Street - Draper • Madison-Mayodan Group – 8:00pm Episcopal Church of the Messiah 114 S. 2nd Ave. – Mayodan Sunday Paths to Recovery – 7:00pm 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 - 8:00. Call 336-552-8576 • ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS - Annie Penn Call for date & times. South Day Room.

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Youth Concerns

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

Meetings & Classes SPECIAL NEEDS FRIENDS GROUP & CHURCH GROUP First Baptist Church of Madison 110 Franklin Street Madison, NC Special Needs Friends Group meet every other Saturday Special Needs Church meet every other Sunday with activites for Special Needs Population regardless of age or challenges: Crafts, Videos, Music, Games, Parties, Fieldtrips , Parent Support , Learning Experiences and most importantly lots of Friends and Fellowship in a safe Bully free environment. Siblings are welcome! CONTACT: Teresa Julian 336-257-0580 Please Text / or email : julianteresa1@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/groups/Activites4spe cialneedsfamiles TRIAD DAYLILY FANS UPCOMING PROGRAMS - Held at Earthfare, 2965 Battleground Ave. Greensboro April 7, 2019 from 2-4pm Mary and Steven Edwards "Daylily Display Gardens" enchantment. Collections, cuting edge newest cultivars, garden whimsy and design! How to become a Display Garden Handout.

WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB 2nd Tues. each month at 6:30 at the Wentworth United Methodist Church 1308 NC-65 Monnette Rich 336-951-2526 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 meets on 1st Tuesday at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall of the 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.

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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 Room 211, Advanced Tech. Bldg, RCC

Military Groups • ROCK. CO. PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP - Detachment of Marine Corps League - All Marines, active/inactive, Navy Corpsmen and Navy Chaplins 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. Transportation for veterans to VA appts if needed. (336) 349-6040. Need Volunteers (336) 3940080.

• 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 and service men & women welcome.

Willard (Woody) Waters at 336-635-1786 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, Noon. 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.

• A PLACE TO SHARE EXPERIENCES... 3rd Sat. of month 8am - until. Freeman Wood Crafters 413 Church St (Near traffic circle). Eden.

Park in the main parking lot (at the Three Rivers Outfitter) follow the signage.

Call ahead: 336-573-9900. Handicapped access available, No plumbing facilities at this meeting and no temperature control. Dress accordingly.

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 Site Manager-Donna Fulp • LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St., Eden Contact Pat Fargis 623-5343 • MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave., May. - 336-445-9840 Misty Adkins • 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 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

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 Eden Baptist Church The Church With A For You! 320 The Boulevard ~ Eden, NC Specialized Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer 7 p.m.

Children & Youth Programs 7 p.m.

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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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 www.facebook.com/groups/10333114066 90931/) with an ongoing discussion.

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. Also Saturdays at “The Barn” Music at 7:00 PM. Call Jerry Wilson 336-706-1018 or Debbie Wilson 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 with questions and rshaw@co.rockingham.nc.us

Upcoming Events OINK & ALE BARBECUE COOKERS Oink & Ale will take place Saturday, May 11. We will be featuring the band ON THE BORDER – THE ULTIMATE EAGLES TRIBUTE and are expecting a large crowd. We would love to feature some of our local barbecue cookers that day as well. Please call Cindy Adams at 336-612-8049 or email her at cadams@edennc.us if you are interested in being a part of this fun event.

GEARS & STEERS Sunday, May 5th Ride for Hospice & Palliative Care of Greensboro. (100% of entry fees go to HPCG) Road bike ride, choose routes of 25, 35 ro 54 miles! Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. All riders off at 10 a.m. Post Ride Lunch and Door Prizes! Silent Auction. Start / Finish Summerfield Bicycle Shop, 1015 NC Hwy 150W, Summerfield. Enter online: www.triforhospice.org or contact triforhospice@gmail.com.

Team Tri for Hospice is a 501(c)(3) Corporation run by ALL volunteers.

ROCKINGHAM PREGNACY CARE CENTER BLACK TIE & BLUE JEANS FUNDRAISER - Sat., May 4 , 2019 First Presb. Church, 582 Southwood Dr., Eden. It’s not just a date - It’s a date that makes a difference. Food, Fun, Silent and Live Auctions. Free but limited seating. Call 336-623-5540 to reserve space.

SPRING GROWN & GATHERED Exciting News! We have added a second Grown & Gathered event this year due to the popularity of last year.

Our spring event is set for Thursday, May 23 along the Canal at the beautiful Spray Mercantile. Our late summer event will be Thursday, August 15 in the brand new barn located at the Wright Memorial Event Center. So exciting! Tickets will be available soon, but mark your calendars now!

HOOKED ON FISHING DERBY Fireman’s Hut Pond located on Smith Ares Road near Eden Drive In. Kids 4-12 (must be accompanied by adult) Saturday, May 4. Sponsored by the Eden Parks and Rec. Dept.

9 am Registration, 9:30 Fishing begins, 11am Fishing Ends. Door prizes and awards given.

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Saturday, April 6th WOODY POWERS & THE MIDNIGHT EXPRESS Saturday, April 13th BULLET BAND Saturday, April 20th Silver Eagles Band Saturday,April 27 REMEDY Doors Open 6pm • All Shows 7pm

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PIEDMONT POTTERY FESTIVAL Our 17th Annual Piedmont Pottery Festival is set for Saturday, June 1 in Kingsway Plaza from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Applications are available at ExploreEdenNC.com.

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MONDAY, APRIL 1ST • JAMMIN’ AT THE M&M LIBRARY (every other month, June’s date TBA in May issue of EOJ) Jams are open to Pickers (Musicians) who play acoustic instrument (Banjo, guitar, bass, mandoline, dobro, fiddle) and are interested in having fun! Grinners (Listeners) come just to enjoy the music! Madison Mayodan Library 336-5486553 611 Burton Street, Madison Tuning begins at 5pm and Music begins at 5:30.-8:00 p.m?

MONDAY, APRIL 1ST- SATURDAY, APRIL 6TH • SPRING CLEAN UP The City of Eden Free Spring Clean Up Week is April 1-6. Please have your garbage items to the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your normal trash pickup day. Tires or hazardous waste will not be picked up.

Any questions please contact Solid Waste at 336-627-7783 ext 103.

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• FRIENDS OF THE REIDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK SALE - Thursday 10am - 7pm, Friday, 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 3:30pm (Location 204 W. Morehead St., Reidswville)

SATURDAY, APRIL 6 • JENNA BOOTHE’S SENIOR PROJECT FUNDRAISING DOG WALK - FREEDOM PARK EDEN- 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (Floating Event) - All proceeds will go to Drive4Shelter (Pet Sanctuary) Donations Appreciated.

Walk Winner Prizes, Homemade Dog Treat Bakery, Up To 2 Mile Walk, Doggy Costume Contest. All vaccinated, well-mannered, leashed dogs are welcome! For questions, call Jenna Boothe (336) 908-6900.

• DAN RIVER BASIN ASSOCIATION'S FIRST SATURDAY OUTING 10:00 a.m., Sat., 5-mile float on Dan River from US 311 Bridge in Stokes County to Pine Hall Road Bridge. Meet at US 311 Bridge.Dress in synthetic fabric or wool, be prepared to get wet, and bring boat, paddles, life jacket for each boater, lunch, and water. Free, open to the public. Will Truslow, willtruslow@hotmail.com, or 336-547-1903 or www.danriver.org

SUNDAY, APRIL 7TH • “FAFA’ FINE ARTS FESTIVAL OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY - Awards and Opening Reception will be held Sunday, April 7th from 2pm - 5pm. Show Dates are April 8th - 12th from 10am - 6pm and Satruday, April 13th from 10am - 1pm.

FRIDAY, APRIL 12TH • 10TH BIRTHDAY BASH OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY EDUCATION FOUNDATION Doors open at 5:30pm Eden Ballroom. Call 336-552-0761 for tickets

SATURDAY, APRIL 13TH • EASTER BAKE SALE - Leaksville United Methodist Women’s Easter Bake Sale. at the Home of Louise Price at Spray Traffic Circle 414 Church St., Eden. (park at “Morehead Park or “Price Tire” lot) 9 am to 1 pm.

• LAKE REIDSVILLE EASTER EGG HUNT. 10am Lake Reidsville. Age Groups: 3 & Under, 4-6 and 7-10.

Lots of prizes and fun. Contact Lake Reidsville Parks & Rec at 336-349-4738.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH • EASTER EGG HUNT @ FREEDOM PARK - 121 N. Edgewood Rd., Eden. Sponsored by the Eden Parks and Rec. Dept. Begins Promptly at 11am - Free to toddlers to 12 years old. Select eggs win prizes! (Rain date for HEAVY rain is Monday, April 22nd same time)

SATURDAY, APRIL 27TH • MUSIC AND CRUZ IN (Eden Parks & Rec.) At Freedom Park. Kiwanis Amphitheartre Live Concert at 6:30pm The Bullet Band (Rock and Funk). Cruz In at 5:30pm. Free Admission, concessions available, bring your lawnchairs!

• Healthy Kids Day at the Eden Family YMCA Free to community! Eden Family YMCA, 301 Kennedy Street Time: 9:00 am - noon Activities: 5k and fun run, bounce house, local vendors and emergency vehicles

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Teachers of the Year Bethany Elementary School - Caitlyn Witherspoon “The best part of my job is building relationships with my students. I have so much fun getting to know them in the classroom, but also watching them grow outside of the classroom too!”

Ms. Caitlyn (Caitie) Witherspoon is a 3rd grade teacher at Bethany Elementary School. This is her seventh year teaching, and her fourth in Rockingham County. She graduated summa cum laude from UNC-G in 2012 with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in English. Because she had excellent and strong elementary school teachers growing up and really positive memories from that time, she was inspired to become a teacher. “They made school fun and they loved me. I wanted to be that person for students!” Beyond the classrorom, Caitie serves on the School Leadership Team (SLT), is the Schoolnet coach, serves on the hospitality committee, and is starting up an after school robotics club that she says, “I am really excited about!”

A trait that Caitie has is patience. “I strive to be patient; kids at this age are learning a lot socially and academically. As a teacher, you have to let students feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes… this requires a certain level of patience and understanding!” Taking a risk is something she does herself, and thinks her kids would be surprised to know that “I have held and petted a tarantula because I usually don’t like spiders!”

Thank you, Caitie for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

Congratulations on your welldeserved recognition as Bethany Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year for 2018-2019.

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Dillard Academy Jessica Flynt “Being an EC teacher has been the most rewarding experience I have ever had. Each day I work to advocate for students, build relationships with students and their families, and celebrate their every accomplishment.”

Ms. Jessica Flynt is a teacher at the Dillard Academy.

Previously she taught at New Vision Elementary where she was the sole Exceptional Chidden (EC) teacher. Besides being a great teacher and her normal classroom work, she develops IEP and BEP plans, conducts FBA’s, collaborates with regular education teachers, assists in developing lesson plans for co-teaching, serves on numerous committees, and leads student clubs and extracurricular activities. Some of these include

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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life

Case honored by Commissioners The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners honored Bobby "BJ" Case of Reidsville, as "Outstanding Volunteer of the Month," at the February meeting.

Chairman Reece Pyrtle commended Case on his many leadership with Rotary, United Way, Salvation Army, Chamber of Commerce, Hospice, and Rockingham Community College's Foundation. Pyrtle said: "the Rotary Club's service above self is the perfect example of Mr. B.J. Case."

The Rockingham County resident who nominated Case wrote, "B.J. has such a wonderful, giving nature & inspires so many people to be more like him. I don't know him as good as a lot of people but I can say that when I saw this nomination form he was the first person that came to mind. He would be so deserving of this award. He currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Hospice of Rockingham County & has been involved with the Eden Chamber of Commerce in the past. He is a very active member of his church and displays a very loving Christian attitude to everyone he meets. He has a passion for helping others."

Case was presented a framed county certificate and lapel pin from County Commissioners, and then took photos with Commissioners and his immediate family.

Commissioners' Chair Completes Advanced Leadership Training Reece Pyrtle, Rockingham County Board of Commissiones Chairman, completed the Advanced Leadership Corps (ALC) training offered annually to county and municipal elected officials by the School of Government at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

ALC is a weeklong program designed by the School’s Center for Public Leadership and Governance to help elected officials understand the broader challenges of governing in today’s environment, to enable them to build their personal leadership abilities, and to give them an opportunity to learn how to lead and act collaboratively. More than 80 municipal and county elected officials from across North Carolina have completed this selective program since its inception, and this year, the School will celebrate the program’s 100th graduate.

Pyrtle said: "I'm very grateful for this excellent learning experience to expand my knowledge base and leadership skills at UNC-School of Government. This will certainly help me better work with colleagues as we serve Rockingham County citiens."

Generous financial support from Prudential Financial allows elected officials from across the state to attend with only modest cost to the local unit of government.

For more information about the Advanced Leadership Corps and other programming for elected officials offered by the Center for Public Leadership and Governance at the UNC School of Government, please contact Patrice Roesler at 919.843.4167 or roesler@sog.unc.edu.

Kindergarten Registration Kindergarten registration will be held April 1 - 18 at 11 schools across Rockingham County: Bethany, Central, Dillard Academy, Douglass, Huntsville, Leaksville-Spray, Lincoln, Monroeton, South End, Stoneville, Wentworth, and Williamsburg. Due to spring break, Dillard Academy will hold kindergarten registration March 25 – April 12 Children must be age 5 on or before August 31, 2019, to be eligible to attend kindergarten. Parents may still register their child prior to the first day of school on a walk-in basis.

Parent information needed for Kindergarten Registration: - Certified Birth Certificate - Immunization Record - Proof of residence (street address) Students should register at their home school regardless of whether they plan to apply for a transfer out-of-district. Transfer forms will be available on March 25, 2019 (pending Board of Education approval) at schools and the Central Office. (*Students wishing to enroll at Dillard Academy may enroll directly at Dillard, however, must still complete a transfer form.)

The following schools have designated additional specific times for registration (in addition to the open registration dates): Bethany Elementary April 9: 7:30 am-6:00 pm (screening) April 10: 3 pm - 6 pm (screening)

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Teachers of the Year leading several professional development trainings for staff members regarding standardized testing, the EC process for SSMT, Sensory Processing training, and MTSS/PBIS training.

She also created and oversaw the Morning Learning Lab, leads the Relay for Life events for the school, and co-leads an after school fitness club that meets on Monday afternoons to focus on working as a team and building relationships through team games, and work with the local animal shelter. The afternoon fitness club worked with the local Rockingham Tennis Association for several years to learn tennis skills and sportsmanship.

Recently, she was chosen by the EC department to be the pilot lead teachers for elementary schools for the new Ecats program that will replace EasyIEP. One of her favorite quotes is “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” by Dr. Seuss. And, Jessica certainly stands out!

Thank you, Jessica, for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

Congratulations on your welldeserved recognition as Dillard Academy’s Teach of the Year for 2018-2019.

Wentworth Elementary School - Kelsey Heiney Ms. Kelsey Heiney is a 5th grade teacher at Wentworth Elementary School. Kelsey earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, with concentration in English, and a minor in Psychology at UNC-G. She has worked in Rockingham County since 2015. She is also the RCS Personalized Learning Ambassador for Wentworth Elementary from 2017 to the present. Kelsey’s classroom is a pilot class for Rockin’ Classrooms of technologyenhanced space that provides flexibility for collaboration and interactions that will bring learning to a whole new level. And, students learn how to collaborate, communicate, be critical thinkers and be goal-goal-oriented, resilient individuals.

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“My philosophy in teaching includes creating an engaging, inspiring and supportive environment where students are challenged and given the opportunity to take ownership of their own learning. Students in my classroom learn to think for themselves and become problem solvers, they are not taught what to think, but how to think.”

“For as long as I can remember I loved school. I credit my decision to pursue education as a career to one very special teacher who saw something in me that I didn’t even see in myself. I remember making the decision that I was going to be a teacher just like her when I grew up.”

Thank you, Kelsey for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

talking about lifting each other up and making the world a better place as we do learning fractions, division, prepositional phrases, academics. What good are academics if you carry anger, frustration, self-selfloathing, hate in your heart?

These discussions, whole group, small group, or individually, to me, are my solutions to the social emotional crisis we face today. And these discussions must start early!”

“My purpose on the Earth is to provide our children with grit, heart, love, motivation, and coping mechanisms. I have a dual focus in my classroom, growth mindset both academically and emotionally.”

Thank you, Amy for your dedication, empathy, and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

Monroeton Elementary School Amy Jamison

The SCORE Center Angela Boggs

Ms. Amy Jamison is currently a 5th grade teacher at Monroeton Elementary School.

She earned this Teacher of the Year recognition while working at Draper Elementary. Amy received a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Greensboro College, and her Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Averett University. And, even though she is already highly educated, her future goals include becoming a National Board Certified educator, obtaining an add on in Elementary Science through UNC-G, and earning a doctorate in Education. What a role model for her students!

“The very second a child enters my classroom, they too, are a part of me. I feel that person’s joy and happiness. But I also feel their pain and despair. I talk to them. Learn who they are and who they hope to become. If they do not know, then together, we begin to peel away the layers to find what is inside. We begin to discover purpose and build resilience in our classroom community. We learn empathy. We promote kindness and positive choices. We spend as much time

Ms. Angela Boggs is a highly qualified EC Teacher for the Middle and High School grades at SCORE Day Treatment. Angela earned a BA in Psychology, with minors in English and Human Development/Family Studies from UNC-G. She decided to return to school so she could teach. Building on her previous education she entered the PAIL program at UNC-G. She has been teaching for 5 years. In addition to her regular duties, she is an active member of numerous teams at SCORE, including back-up testing coordinator, a PBIS team member, MTSS chairperson, School Improvement Team Participant, NC STAR team member, and a trained mental health professional.

Angela says, “I believe in differentiation and getting to know the whole child. Building a relationship of trust and mutual respect, on our good and bad days, goes a long way in the learning environment. Letting the students know that you care about their education and overall well-being means a lot to them.”

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Teachers of the Year Angela also admits that her “job is demanding but the reward of seeing students succeed and obtain the behavioral skills and learning tools that they need to be successful beyond Day Treatment is priceless.”

“Teaching and learning is priority, yet some days students just need an ear to listen and heart that cares. There is no other place I would rather be.

We are truly family at SCORE.” Thank you, Anglea for your dedication , hard work, and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

Morehead High Cheryl Yeatts “We must ignite the fire within our students so that they can pass the flame to their families and communities; they are the light of our future and we must not let it extinguish.”

Ms. Cheryl Yeatts is an art and photography teacher at Morehead High School. She has 31 total years teaching experience and began teaching at MHS in 1999. Before becoming a teacher, Cheryl attended the Art Institute of Atlanta. She realized after two months of working as a gharapuri designer, that her heart was in the classroom. A Bachelor’s degree in Arts from

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Meredith College allowed her to teach what she loves. Besides the classroom, Cheryl has served various years as Department Chari, various years SIT and Leadership Team, 2 years Academic Challenge Coach, 1999- to present mentor for new teachers. She also initiated the Capping Ceremony in 2000, and developed a Photography Curriculum, the first ever in Rockingham County.

Cheryl’s early educational years had been positive and enjoyable experiences, but that changed in high school. She still battles with the question of at what age young children, begin to see differences, and learn to view those differences as negatives. “With the National Teaching Exam behind me and a K-12 certification, I only had to decide which grade level I wanted to pursue. The decision was not hard - high school. My love of teaching art is now secondary to my desire to help students transition to young adulthood.

We thank Cheryl for her dedication, hard work and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

Rockingham County High School - Jason Turner “Once I started teaching, I realized my true passion is for my students. They are the future of our community, state, and nation. It is my duty to provide them with a quality education, and to make sure they are rational, open-minded, and free thinkers.”

Jason Turner is currently a History teacher at Rockingham County High School. He has worked for Rockingham County Schools since June 2001. This is his second time as Teacher of the Year. He was awarded the total in 2012! Jason attended the College of William and Mary and received a BA in History from UNC-G. He has taught World History, World History Honors, United States History, Western Civilization I Honors (elective), American History I, American History II, American History II Honors, and Advanced Placement U.S. History. He filmed, then coached the football program from 2001 - 2003. He has coached the History Academic Challenge Competition team since 2001, sponsors the RCHS History Club since 2004, and also taught as an adjunct History instructor at Rockingham Community College between 2006 and 2009.

Jason was inspired to become a teacher by his parents who were both educators, his 11th/12th grade US History and Government teacher, and a trip to Europe where his passion for history was ignited. He believes

Continued from page 13 a solid understanding of subject matter, challenging the student to be able to analyze, interpret, and understand the significance of what they are learning, to listen to on another and respect various points of view is what makes a great teacher. He also takes students on multiple field trips every year hoping to spark the students’ interest in history.

Thank you, Jason, for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

Congratulations on your welldeserved recognition as Rockingham County High School’s Teacher of the Year for 2018-2019!

Williamsburg Elementary School Amanda Cannon Ms. Amanda Cannon is a third grade teacher at Williamsburg Elementary School. This is her second Teacher of the Year award (the other she received while working in a county just south of here!

We are lucky to have her now!).

Amanda earth a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from UNC-G, and her Master of Arts in Education from NC A&T. As Amanda’s personal life has evolved, so have her teaching beliefs. Her prayer is “that I will teach all of my students, as if I were teaching my own children. This is with purpose, competency, and confidence in them.” She wants children to take jumps in their learning and not be scared if they fall. She will be there to catch them.

Amanda believes that teaching is hard work and that the best educators not only know the content and best practices well, but also know their students personally. A quote that encompasses her beliefs about teaching is from Theodore Roosevelt, who said “that people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” She tires to live this quote by spending time with her students and learning about their home lives. She uses this information to help personalize learning for the students and keep them interested.

Amanda’s methods she results, she has been in the top 25% of teachers showing student growth in our state!

“Each day before I send my students home I hug them and tell them I love them. No matter how late we are going out the buses my children know they will get a hug and hear those precious words.”

Thank you, Amanda for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to the students of Rockingham County.

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WARNING - Littering Enforcement Fines Take Pride in Your Community and Don’t Litter!

The City of Eden intends to use surveillance and other measures to aggressively enforce NO LITTERING in the City.

Individuals caught littering will be fined $500! There WILL NOT BE ANY WARNINGS. The number one complaint we receive on a consistent basis is the littering that is taking place throughout our community.

We hate litter! There is absolutely no reason for a civilized place to have an issue with litter, but Eden, like most communities, does. Please help us combat unsightly trash around our beautiful city.

How can you help?

Did you know that littering North Carolina roadways is illegal and can result in fines for those that commit the offense?

Some litterbugs simply need to be informed and reminded that littering – whether deliberate or unintentional – can end with a personal commitment to stop.

The North Carolina

Department of Transportation has a fantastic program - SwatA-Litterbug. This program encourages the public to report people who litter in an effort to help make North Carolina roadways cleaner. The program provides every individual an opportunity to be an active participant in reducing litter on North Carolina roadways. It's almost impossible for law enforcement to catch someone dumping litter from a vehicle without surveillance because who in their right mind would roll down a window and throw out a bag with a police officer behind them? With this program, any citizen can report the offending vehicle and NCDOT will take it from there.

If you see someone throw out trash from a vehicle, please visit https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/environmental/litter-management/Pages/swat-alitterbug-report.aspx or call the NCDOT Customer Service Office at (877) 368-4968.

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NCDOT notifies the vehicle owner of the littering offense; informs the vehicle owner of the penalties for littering; and urges the litterbug to stop littering. A formal notification is signed by the Colonel of the N.C. State Highway Patrol. This letter helps educate and remind citizens of their civic responsibility to protect the environment.

Please keep the area around your property clean by picking up trash that land on or along it.

It is frustrating when someone throws out something and it lands in or next to your yard or it blows off the back of a vehicle and is caught in your ditch. It is not your fault at all, but picking up the litter and disposing of it if you are able is showing your pride in your property, your neighborhood, and best of all, your city.

Thank you in advance for your willingness to help us in our fight against littering.

Rockingham Wellness Center - April The Rockingham Wellness Center is located inside of Layne’s Pharmacy at 509 South Van Buren Rd., Eden, NC. All events offered at Rockingham Wellness Center are open to the public and there is no charge to attend programs. (336) 778-3659

NEW! Advanced Care Planning Event- Hospice of Rockingham County and Cardinal Innovations Healthcare invite you to join them for an advance care planning workshop in conjunction with National Healthcare Decisions Day. This free workshop will feature Steve Arrington, Elder Law Attorney.

Mr. Arrington will touch on healthcare powers of attorney, durable powers of attorney, & living wills. Additionally, speakers will be on hand to offer information about organ donation and the Five Wishes document. The workshop is free.

Date and Time: April 16, 2019 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm NEW! Talent Show- A Talent Show is a great way to showcase your special talents, build confidence, and community. Come share your talent, whether singing, dancing, comedy, or drama, while supporting the other participants. Everyone is a winner! Come join the fun and experience the power of creativity. Date and Time: April 12, 2019 from 10:00 am- 1:00 pm 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 environ-

ment. 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.

Date and Time: April 16, 2019 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm NEW! Life Skills-In a constantly changing environment, having life skills is an essential part of being able to meet the challenges of everyday life. This group will explore life skills that better equip you to deal with life’s problems and frustrations.

Registration is required for this course and closes three business.

Date and Time: April 18, 2019 from 2:00 pm- 3:00 pm TRAINING COURSES AVAILABLE FOR APRIL: NEW! Prevention 101- This presentation will provide information on defining what opioids are, exploring signs and symptoms, and the effects on the body and brain. Registration is required for this course and closes three business days before the class begins.

Date and Time: April 19, 2019 from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon NEW! Secondary Trauma- 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 three business days before the class begins.

Date and Time: April 23, 2019 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm EXERCISE CLASS OFFERINGS: Join Adrienne Branch for Stretch and Tone class every Monday in April from 2:00-3:00 pm.

Stretch and Tone- Join Adrienne Branch for Stretch and Tone class on Monday afternoons at Rockingham Wellness Center. Stretch and Tone classes work on improving movement and flexibility, with a bit of muscle toning thrown in for good measure. You'll be bending and stretching to music, targeting different muscle groups to help you move better and feel great.

Tai Chi class is offered again!

Please join El on Thursday afternoons from 4:00-5:00 pm. Tai Chi — Tai Chi is a gentle lowimpact (and relaxing) discipline that has its roots in martial arts.

It helps to improve coordination, balance, focus and breathing while teaching the student various movements that are elegant, flowing and meditative. Tai Chi is safe for people of all ages and is helpful for reducing stress and anxiety and enhancing moods. It is also safe on the joints and helps to increase energy while strengthening the muscles.

Studies have also shown it to be beneficial for people with chronic heart failure, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, fibromyalgia and depression.

Transporting our Citizens Meggan Odell, Guest Writer for ADTS Powers Situated in the central portion of North Carolina along the Virginia border, Rockingham County spans a land area of approximately 572 square miles.

This mostly rural county is divided into 11 townships with an estimated population of 90,949. Over such a wide region, transportation could be seen as a barrier for citizens in the county to access medical facilities and livelihood necessities much less educational or employment opportunities. But with the help of collaborations between local governments, economic development offices and Aging, Disability and Transit Services of Rockingham County, the barrier is being lifted.

Aging, Disability and Transit Services (ADTS), a private nonprofit organization, has provided transportation across Rockingham County since 1983 through the RCATS demandresponse system. In addition to providing general public transportation, ADTS provides oversight and administration of all non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid beneficiaries. In January of 2013, ADTS decided to pursue funding administered through the North Carolina Department of Transportation that would allow for service expansion in the form of deviated fixed routes, the skat bus. ADTS was approved for funding and in January of 2013, they launched the first bus route to serve Rockingham County in more than 50 years. With the introduction of this service, ADTS, in collaboration with local government, took a major step toward implementation of a county-wide rural transit system.

In addition to the three bus routes, the network also includes a connector system that offers riders the ability to move across the county, as well as access the numerous services and programs housed in our county seat of Wentworth, particularly Rockingham Community College.

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deviated fixed routes and connectors, the City of Eden launched a “Skat to Work” campaign in April of 2018. This allowed for the current Eden route to be run backwards from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM, Monday through Friday, so that people could access Eden’s Industrial Park for employment opportunities. Industries such as Gildan and KDH are now accessible to citizens for first shift work.

Since the start of the campaign, there have been 58 unduplicated people to have used the skat service to get to work. It has truly benefited Eden residents who could not gain full time employment for transportation reasons.

With a fee of only one dollar, every time you board a vehicle, and monthly passes available, the buses and connectors together offer a more convenient and affordable way to access the entire community for work, for school, for shopping, for leisure or whatever the needs may be!

With the exception of the “Skat to Work” program, the buses operate Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and run on an hour loop through their designated areas; stopping at carefully chosen points with community use and convenience in mind. The fixed routes and connector system provides unparalleled access across Rockingham County and is positioned to have significant impact around issues such as education, employment, and access to health care. The bus system has provided more than 100,000 trips since its inception!

Rockingham County is a model for rural public transit in North Carolina. In just a fiveyear look back, our community has seen truly remarkable growth in our public transit system.

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Roaming Around Reidsville

By Angela G. Stadler, Public Information Officer - City of Reidsville

It’s been a long time since adult sports leagues have been held in the City of Reidsville.

When I was first married, I spent several nights a week watching my new husband play softball at Jaycee Ballpark. Back then the churches had a pretty robust league for the men and the women. I even tried playing one year and enjoyed it immensely although no softball scouts came knocking on my door.

The City’s Parks & Recreation staff realized that there was a need for organized adult sports to return to Reidsville so three new opportu-

nities are now available for area residents. Adult men’s softball was the first to come back.

The season kicked off with a one-pitch softball tourney in mid-March at Jaycee Ballpark.

Five teams have been established and are currently playing the approximate six-week season.

Scott Strader, the City’s Baseball/Softball volunteer, has been instrumental in assisting with these efforts.

“Staff felt we needed to offer our adult population some sports-related activities,” explained Reidsville Parks & Recreation Superintendent Fred Thompson. “It has been many

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years since adult softball was played around here, and several people had expressed an interest in reviving the leagues.”

Registration begins this month for adult volleyball, which will play in the Rec Center gym, and next month for adult flag football, which will be held at Jaycee Ballpark as well.

Both leagues will be co-ed.

“As we looked at other opportunities, we zeroed in on flag football and volleyball as possible leagues,” Thompson said. “We thought we’d test it this year and see how much actual interest there is in them.

We are excited about the chance to provide these leagues to our residents.”

These adult leagues are part of the City’s overall strategy to provide recreational activities for all segments of our population, not just for the kids. The City of Reidsville prides itself on the amount of amenities it has, especially for a municipality our size.

Think about it. We have two beautiful lakes, a network of walking trails and neighborhood parks and now, even a new dog park. Our children can play Tball, baseball, football, volleyball and basketball in our youth leagues. One of the most popular activities at RCARE for our seniors is pickleball.

Yet a key ingredient that was missing was sports-related opportunities for our younger adults. As we get older, adults tend to play sports for the camaraderie more than the competition, but let’s face it, we all like to win! Regardless of whether you want to play to meet new people, get some exercise or for the thrill of competition, either one of these new leagues should be great. Thirty minutes walking on a treadmill or an hour playing a fun game of volleyball? I think I’d take the volleyball!

The benefits of sports can be found at any age. Being active is important, helping to

THE WINNING TEAM poses for a picture at Jaycee Ballpark in mid-March after coming out on top of the One-Pitch Softball Tournament. The tournament also signaled the start of the Adult Men’s Softball season and the return of adult recreational leagues to Reidsville.

fight off that pesky arthritis and other ailments that we tend to experience as we get older. And, like we said, it’s more fun than hanging out at the gym or running by yourself.

So stop by the City of Reidsville Parks & Recreation office located at 201 N. Washington Avenue to learn more about these new sports opportunities or call 336-3491090. Cost to play in the co-ed Adult Volleyball League is $30.

Registration, which began April 1, ends May 3rd so go ahead and sign up now. You must be 18 or older. For the Adult Flag Football League, registration opens May 1 and continues through May 31. The cost is $30 per person, and you must be 21 or older to play.

Just don’t forget to stretch and warm up adequately before the game. Your “older” body will appreciate it!

IN OTHER NEWS: Second Downtown Fridays.

Downtown Reidsville has always been the place to be on the second Friday of each month April through September for the

RCARE -April All Events are Free and open to the public unless otherwise listed.

(RCARE) - Reidsville Center for Active Retirement is located at 102 N. Washington Avenue, Reidsville. Open 8:30 - 5pm.

Anyone 55 or over may participate. 336-349-1088.

RCARE Classes: • Painting -Mon. 8:30a.m. & Wed. 8:30a.m.

• Crochet –Tues. 9a.m.

• Bible study –Wed. 10a.m.

• Jewelry making -1st & 3rd Fri. of the month 1p.m.

• Blind Support - 2nd Wed. of the month at 10:30a.m.

• Quilting - Fri. 9a.m.

Cards: • Phase 10 – Tues. 10a.m. – 4p.m.

• Rook - Wed. 1p.m. – 4p.m.

• Duplicated Bridge - Thurs. 1p.m. – 4p.m.

• Canasta, Hand Foot and Elbow –Tues. 1:00pm -4p.m.

Thurs. at 1p.m.

• Winter bowling league- Mon. 1pm...(Substitute bowlers needed)

Fitness: • Cardio/Weight Class –Mon., Wed. and Fri. at 9a.m.

• Tai Chi –Tues. at 10a.m. (to participate you must have completed 16 hours instruction to attend this class.)

• Tai Chi for Beginners – Wed.10:15a.m.

• Pickleball – Mon. at 1pm., Fri. at 10:15a.m. & Wed. 11a.m.

• Fitness Center- Free for 55 + years of age–hours Tues, Wed, Fri. 8:30a.m.–5pm./Mon. & Thurs. till 8p.m.

• Reidsville Kickers Line Dance Group – Tues. at 10a.m.

• Carolina Girls Line Dance Group – Mon. at 10:15a.m. and

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.-Fri. 8:305pm • Legal Aide service -every 2nd Thurs. of the month call 877-5797562 for an appointment.

• Vita Tax Assistance Program– Mon. & Thurs. 9a.m.-3p.m. (last

day will be Thurs. April 11th ) Call for an appointment 336-3491088 Special Events: • Senior Games -April 16th thru May 18th –Applications can be picked up at your nearest senior center. Last date to register is March 29th. (Must be 50 yrs. or older) • Senior Bingo –April 18th. 1p.m. Please bring a $1 to play.

• RCARE will sponsor the first Ms. Senior Rockingham County Pageant on June 8th, 2019.

Must be 60 + years of age and a resident of Rockingham County.

Deadline to apply is April 30 2019. Applications can be picked up at RCARE. For more information call 336-349-1088.

Downtown Cruise-Ins. That event has been revamped to add more to the Friday night lineup.

Classic cars are still part of the night as the Reidsville Downtown Corporation, the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Reidsville launch “Second DownTown Fridays” but the events are designed to appeal to the entire family. The nights scheduled are April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9 and September 13 from 6-9 p.m.

According to coordinator Missy Matthews, the City’s Market Square/Main Street Manager, these Second Downtown Fridays will also include family activities, a band at Mural Park and food trucks.

Several downtown restaurants will be open as well. From May to September, the events will also include a movie at Market Square beginning at dusk. So, if you have been a frequent visitor to the downtown cruise-ins, come check out “Second Downtown Fridays” beginning April 12th.

Clean Sweep Week April 1-6.

The Reidsville Appearance Commission reminds residents that April 1-6, 2019 is Clean Sweep Week in the City of Reidsville. Please take this week to spruce up and clean up your property. The following can be placed on the curb: discarded appliances, discarded furniture, junk items. For this week only, tires and construction materials can also be placed at the curb. At the City’s Recycling Center at 709 Marcellus Street, residents can take used motor oil and motor oil filters, used cooking oil, computer monitors and televisions. Empty propane cylinders need to be taken to the Rockingham County Landfill. In conjunction with Clean Sweep Week, the landfill will allow Rockingham County residents to drop off items for free, but that is the week of April 1-6th only.

Let’s all make a clean sweep!

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Reidsville & Wentworth

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City’s Drop-off Center adds Saturday hours The City of Reidsville’s Material Drop-Off Center will now be open Saturday mornings.

The Drop-Off Center, located at 709 Marcellus Street, has been operating Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. but closed on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. As of March 2, the center will open from 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Occasionally, the center may have to be closed, depending upon staff and equipment availability. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but the Rockingham County Landfill is open Saturdays until 12:30 p.m. as an alternative.

The facility accepts computer equipment, including laptop and desktop computers, monitors, printers and scanners as well as used motor oil, cooking oil and grease along with used motor oil filters. Residents may also drop off construction and building materials used in small scale remodeling jobs. This service is not meant to be used by contractors or commercial builders.

A new part-time position is being hired to help open the Drop-Off Center on the weekends. The center has been operating as an unmanned facility for use by City residents. The two current Public Works employees at the station are primarily responsible for operating and maintaining the transfer station to facilitate the transferring of City solid waste to the County Landfill. The new part-time position will monitor the dropping off of materials in the box provided by the City and assist residents with questions. “The City realizes that some residents are unable to get to the Drop-Off Center during the week,� said Public Works Director Chuck Smith. “We have been working on a solution that would allow us to provide this service on Saturdays. We hope that that will meet the recycling needs of our citizens for those items that can’t be disposed of otherwise.�

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Rotarians plant trees at two City facilities The Reidsville Rotary Club is continuing its mission as a service organization, taking on a tree planting project at two City sites.

Rotarians planted 50 Loblolly pine seedlings at the RCARE/Senior Center and at Lowe’s Ballpark field in January. “It was our goal to do several service projects in Reidsville this year,� explained Lance Metzler, Rotary Club President. “We adopted a street that we cleaned up in September, helped serve at the Reidsville Soup Kitchen and we held a blood drive in February. “Our Rotary consists of businessmen and women of the community, who want to represent and serve Reidsville,�

Metzler stressed. “We chose these Loblolly Pines because they are fast growing trees, and we hope they will be around a long time to help beautify Reidsville. We are dedicated to our mission of service.�

Fred Thompson, the City’s Parks and Recreation Superintendent, is also a member of the Reidsville Rotary Club. When asked why this particular project was chosen, Thompson quoted American businessman and entrepreneur Warren Buffett, who once said “Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone a long time ago planted a tree.� One of life’s most important natural resources, trees, allows us to enjoy one of life’s simple treasures, the Parks & Recreation Superintendent continued. Trees convey our connectedness and

CAR (Center for Active Retirement) - April The Center for Active Retirement has two buildings dedicated to senior education and activities. They are located in Wentworth: Main Building @ 141 Tyre Dodson RD., Annex.

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• Aerobics held Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 9 - 10 am • Puzzles held Wednesdays 1011am • Uno Games held Wednesday’s 11am-12pm

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the importance of positive action to enhance the lives of others and communities.

Thompson said this project was chosen as a community service project because of its simplicity and its potential to bring happiness to others. “The Lowes Baseball Field parking lots and the RCARE facility were selected because they were the best suited and best protected areas where the seedlings could grow into maturity with the least chance of being affected by environmental and human conditions,� he said.

If other community organizations are interested in service projects involving the City, they can contact Thompson at the Parks & Recreation Center, 336349-1090.

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But for Kelsey Weems, a sophomore working toward his Associate in Science degree at Rockingham Community College, it became a reality on March 12 – a virtual reality.

Weems stepped into a trailer parked at the Whitcomb Student Center, donned a headset and found himself in a prehistoric world.

“There was a blue screen, and a bunch of dinosaurs were listed.

You click one and find yourself in their natural habitat,” he said.

“It was pretty cool. The tyrannosaurs would walk toward you and roar at you.”

Next, Weems traveled through a brain. “The whole thing, the general idea, was pretty cool,” he said.

And then, Weems found himself walking around a spaceship.

“I could look out the windows at space and saw important parts of the spaceship,” he said. “It was kind of trippy. I felt like I was swaying back and forth in real life.”

Weems’ experience was courtesy of Learning Lab 360, a Raleighbased virtual reality company that travels the state.

The company uses the Oculist Rift virtual reality system because it offers the best experience and takes up minimal space in the trailer that hauls enough equipment to handle 14 participants at a time.

“They can see anything, from the Titanic ... the ocean ... an African safari. They can build a

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Learning Lab 360 CEO Rebecca Habbershaw, at left, helps a student experience virtual reality on the campus of Rockingham Community College on Tuesday, March 12. The VR trailer was parked at the Whitcomb Student Center from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Minecraft world, or learn about math or geography,” said Rebecca Habbershaw, CEO of Learning Lab 360. “They can go anywhere that exists in the past or the present or the future ... or someplace that’s totally imaginary.”

A former teacher, Habbershaw wanted to share virtual reality technology with students, so she started her mobile company.

“It’s for all ages, in every subject,” she said. “I just thought this was a great way to learn and this was the easiest, most efficient way to bring the technology to students.”

The time frame of the virtual reality experience can be exploratory or can last a specified number of minutes.

“We like to have lessons last about 20 to 25 minutes. We think that’s a good time frame for the class periods and also allows them to have a minimal amount of disorientation (after

removing the headsets),” Habbershaw said.

“We have a lot of different experiences, and can customize based on what (students are learning) in the classroom,” she said.

“It was really cool,” Weems said.

Gerri Hunt is director of public information at Rockingham Community College. She can be reached at huntg0780@rockinghamcc.edu or 336-342-4261 ext. 2170.

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Of the 44 proposed rule changes presented during public hearings in January, 43 were adopted. The one proposal that was not adopted would have removed the exception to the general statewide regulation for crappie in B. Everett Jordan Reservoir by reducing the minimum size limit from 10” to 8” (F10).

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Western Rockingham Treasures Matrimony

By Therese Francin In researching maps of Western Rockingham County, I came across Price Township and was intrigued, as I knew someone who was born and raised there. Looking further, I came across a name on the map of “Matrimony”. No dot on the map, no designation -- just there.

I immediately thought of Matrimony Creek, which flows from Price, back up into Henry County in Virginia, and meanders down to Eden, and empties into the Dan River. Matrimony on the map is not near the flowing creek. I wondered how it got its name and continued presence on the map.

Matrimony Creek itself got its name from an 18th-century bachelor who named it because he felt the stream, like civil marriage, was “… noisy, impetuous and clamorous, though unsullied”. But the only reference I heard of from Price residents is that there was a Matrimony Baptist Church located there in the 1700’s.

The church was once part of the Strawberry Baptist Association of Virginia, which still exists today. James Ray and others from Marribone Baptist

Church in Virginia visited Matrimony Church in February of 1791. James Ray was a gunsmith and blacksmith on Deep River, along with other Ray family members. Located 7 miles from Eden, and the flow of the creek from Henry County, Matrimony must have been a small enclave, located in the Township of Price, and in a straight southern 3.9 mile line from Ridgeway, Va. The closest town would be Stoneville.

The mystery is why it still appears on maps. Perhaps the church gave it enough provenance to remain a community at large in a township. Matrimony Creek appears in Price, heads due north through Henry County, and then drops down into Rockingham County east of Meeks Road.

Matrimony lives long on the Rockingham County map, located in the Price Township, sitting there all by itself, being peaceful and quiet, and perhaps remembering the faithful congregants who established the Matrimony Church, and gave the residents a pleasant memory to this day.

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County fire departments help get food to the hungry Rockingham County fire departments recently joined with the Committee of 100 to help with getting food to the hungy in our communities. Many local fire departments are serving as drop-off points for this year’s drive which runs through April 27.

Several departments have done this in the past and brought in quite a bit of food on the final day, according , Blake Dawson, chairman of the Committee of 100, sponsor of the yearly food drive.

Also new this year is the participation by several of the seven agencies that benefit from the collection efforts in the backpack programs in the local schools.

When the volunteers at the Cooperative Christian Ministries’ food pantry in Eden learned Holmes Middle School was having trouble filling the backpacks they give students each week, CCM stepped in to help.

“We saw where Holmes was low on food for their backpack program after the holidays and felt the need to reach out to help the children,” said CCM volunteer coordinator Dale Hallett.

More Rockingham County students than ever are receiving backpacks filled with food on Fridays to ensure they have food to eat over the weekends. Many students only get full hot meals through the free lunch program at the schools. On weekends, these children often have only a limited amount of food because of their families’economic difficulties.

Although organizations and churches have volunteered to help schools fill this great need, several food pantries, like the CCM, in the county are providing additional food bags for families and donating non-perishable food to the school backpack programs. Because of the extra food being given out, many pantries shelves are emptying quicker.

With the increased demands, the organizers are

reaching out to more industries, businesses, organizations and churches to help fill that extra need, said Dawson. “It’s sad to listen to the stories about mothers begging for extra food because their children are hungry,” he said. “Often the food pantries shelves empty out almost as quickly as they fill them with donated foods.”

Volunteers are now contacting people asking them to seek donations from employees, friends, relatives and neighbors during the two-month drive, Dawson said.

This year’s goal is 50,000 pounds, but with the extra need for backpack foods, it will be disbursed as quickly as it comes in, Dawson said, stressing all the food collected stays in Rockingham County.

Curtis Pierce, chairman of the Rockingham County Veterans Coalition, noted that his regular recipients include approximately100 homeless veterans among the needy and disabled veterans and their families that come to their food pantry.

He said some have places where they spend the night, but must leave the next morning.

Others live in abandoned buildings or camp under bridges – even in the coldest weather.

Those sharing these spaces often are families with children, Dawson said. Since they depend strictly on money and food donations, Pierce said it is not unusual for their pantry to run out of food.

“It is terrible when we have volunteers there wanting to serve these Veterans and don’t have any food to give them,” he said.

“The food drive each year is a blessing to us. It really helps us so much to restock our shelves.”

Since the drive began eight years ago to aid five agencies and had a goal of 10,000 pounds, the hunger in the community has increased.

“We are an independent group of volunteers that have been conducting the food drive for eight years,” Dawson explained. “We are not connect-

ed to any particular religion but we are faith-based,” adding many churches participate in the food drive.

Volunteers are not compensated for the work they do in getting out information about the food drive to the community, collecting, sorting, and delivering the food.

New to the food drive this year is a partnership with the Rockingham County Arts Council and Gordon Allen Photography. The arts council and Allen are developing “a photography project to document the unsung heroes in Rockingham County who give their heart, time and energy to provide nutrition for people suffering from food insecurity in the county," said Jenny Edwards, executive director of the Council.

In late February, local artists created art work for food collection boxes during their Creative Mingle at Mayodan Arts Center.

Dawson also said the food drive committee will provide speakers for businesses or clubs to further explain the needs of the local agencies helping the hungry in the community. “We encourage individuals, churches, organizations and businesses to get involved with the food drive,” Dawson said. And, he suggested getting youth to participate by having them conduct door-to-door food drives in their neighborhoods during the two months, and helping sort the food on April 28. For the convenience of people wanting to make food donations, most fire departments in the county are serving as drop-off points.

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From Root to Branch Local Geneology Studies By Elvin Perkins, Jr.

Interview of Former Slave, Charlie Lee Dalton In 1934, as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s “New Deal” program to employee out of work journalists, Miss Nancy Woodburn Watkins volunteered with the Work Projects Administration to perform interviews in Rockingham County, North Carolina with former

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He said, “I was clean-up man in the mill in Mayodan until three years ago, I got too trimbly to get amongst the machinery. They was afraid I’d fall and get cut.

I came to Madison forty-five years ago, and I bought one acre, and built me a house on it, and raised my eleven children there.

My wife was Ellen Irving of Reidsville. We had a cow, pigs, chickens, and garden of vegetables to help out what I got paid at the mill.

I never learned to read and write. We slaves ain’t learned no letters. Once I thought maybe I’d get some learning but after I got married, I didn’t think I would.

My Old Master was Lee Dalton and I stayed on his plantation till forty-five years ago when I come to Madison. His place was back up there close to Mount Herman Church.

I was a hoe boy and plow man. My mother’s name was Silvia Dalton and my daddy’s name was Peter Dalton. They belonged to Mister Lee and his wife was Miss Matilda Steeples (Staples). Mister Lee lived on Beaver Island Creek at the John Hampton Price place. Mister Price bought it. He married Miss Mollie Dalton, Mister Lee’s daughter. There’s an old graveyard there where lots of Dalton’s is buried but no colored folks.

They buried to the side of Stoneville with no white folks at all buried there. The old Dalton’s was buried on the old Jimmy Scales plantation. They bought it, and little John Price what runs the tobacco warehouse in Madison owns it now (1937).

His tenant is Mister Walter Hill and its five miles from Madison.

I know where the old Deatherage graveyard is too, up close to Stoneville where some Dalton’s is buried. Mister Lee’s mother was a Deatherage.

Up at Mister Lee Dalton’s

before the surrender [wars end], us slaves never went to church.

But young Miss would read the Bible to us. The Yankees, they didn’t give us nothing so we had to kind of live off Old Mister Lee and I stayed on his plantation and farmed till I come to Madison.

For eighteen years I can remember I’m a Methodist Church member in Madison. I was not converted under the Holiness preaching of James Foust but under the revival of Reverend William Scales.

William didn’t have much learning. His wife was Mittie Scales and her mother was Chlocy Scales, sister to Tommie Scales, the shoemaker that died last summer (July 1936). William just wanted so much to preach and Mittie helped him. I’ve been a class leader, a steward, and a trustee in the church. It’s St. Stephen’s and the new brick church was built in 1925, and Mister John Wilson’s son wrote a piece about it in the paper. The first church was down there by the Presbyterian graveyard where now the garter factory is.

And Jane Richardson was the leader.

I’ve gotten so no count [poor health] I had to come live with my son, Frank Dalton.

Frank married Mattie Cardwell.

You remember Mary Mann? She married Anderson Cardwell.

They both dead long time. They buried just up here at Mayodan where Mr. Bollin’s house is on and the new bungalow’s is on top of them too. A whole lot of colored people buried in there with the slaves of Old Miss Nancy (Watkins) Webster until the Mayo Mills got started and they built Mayodan at the Mayo Falls. And that’s where my daughter-in-law’s folks is buried.

My eleven children – Frank; one died in West Virginia; Cora married Henry Cardwell; Hattie married Roy Current and both of them in Winston; Della married Arthur Adkins; and Joe, and George, and Ferry, and Nathaniel Dalton, and…” [Here Charlie appears to have stopped naming the children. Census records give two other children as Willie and Emma.]

He continues, “My daughter-in-law has the writings about the brick church, them that started it, and she’ll put it out where

she can get it for you easy, when you come back for it.”

Here in the five rooms, white painted cottage of his son, Frank, Challilee is kindly cared for by his daughter-in-law, Mattie. A front porch faces the Mayodan hard road. A wellmade arch accents the entrance to the front walk. A climbing Rose flourishes on the arch.

Well-kept grass with flowers on the edges show Mattie’s love. At the right side is the vegetable garden, invaded by several big chickens.

A kudzu vine keeps out the hot west sun. Challilee sits on the front porch and nods to his friends else back in the kitchen he sits and watches Mattie iron after he has eaten his breakfast.

Several hens come on the back porch and lay in boxes there.

One is “uh settin” for fried chicken later! A walnut tree waves its long dangly green blooms as the leaves are half grown in early May. Well dressed, clean, polite, comforted with his religion, but very “trimbly” even on his stout walking stick, Uncle Challilee often dozes away his “no countess” while the mad rush of traffic and tourist wheels stir the Rose climbing over the entrance arch.

An ex-slave who started with nothing the Yankee’s gave him, who lived on his Old Masters place until he was forty-eight, who cleaned the Mayo Mill until he was too “trimbly” to get amongst the machinery, who raised eleven children on an acre of red Rockingham county hillside, faces the next move with plenty to eat, wear, and plenty of time to take a nap. [Narrative ends.]

Charlie Lee Dalton was born in Rockingham County in January 1841 according to the 1900 census. His death certificate records his death as age 94, born January 1844, the son of Peter and Sylvia Dalton. The birth date on his gravestone is January 15, 1846. Charlie died at his sons home in Madison, February 16, 1938.

Charlie and his wife Ellen were married in Rockingham County on December 28, 1870,

by M. S. Black, Justice of Peace.

Ellen was born June 10, 1854 in Rockingham County. The marriage license gives her name as Ellen Scales and her parents as Watt Cardwell and Martha Irving. Charlie told that his wife was Ellen Irving of Reidsville.

Her death certificate gives her parents as Watt Scales and mother unknown. Ellen died at her home in Madison on February 17, 1928. The 1910 census records that she had given birth to eleven children, only eight children still lived.

Charlie, Ellen and other family members are buried in the Citizens Cemetery located at the west end of Nichols Street in Madison.

For research information: Genealogical Society of Rockingham & Stokes Counties, P.O. Box 152, Mayodan, NC 27027-0152; Website: http://gsrsnc.com/. Elvin Perkins, Jr.; Email: Eperkins2@aol.com

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From the Desks of Eden City Hall Annual Budget/ Planning Retreat The City Council met with staff for their annual budget/ planning retreat on February 23.

The City Council discussed priorities related to ongoing Economic Development initiatives and their desire to construct a shell building. The City Council also discussed their desire to stay focused on code enforcement and nuisance abatement. The City Council discussed issues related to the Parks and Recreation Department and indicated their support for a merger between the Eden Prowlers youth football program and the City of Eden Parks and Recreation Department. Some of the other priorities discussed included the construction of an emergency services training facility, elimination of the drop port recycling sites, improvements to and expansion of hours for the recycling center on Mebane Bridge road, littering and community aesthetic issues, the process of reporting burnt out streetlights and a synopsis of budgetary trends and financial data.

The top four City Council priorities (above-and-beyond normal operations) slated for funding in the upcoming fiscal year is as follows: • Continued implementation of the Positively Eden strategic plan, • Continued emphasis on code enforcement and the abatement of nuisances, • Construction of an emergency services training facility behind fire station 400 on East Stadium Drive, and • Replacement of the 1972 steam boiler at the Eden Municipal Building.

Economic & Tourism Development Former MillerCoors Site The new owners of this site are aggressively marketing the site and have hired a national

site consultant firm that specializes in food and beverage processing. Two legitimate projects are currently considering the facility.

Textile Facility Progress continues on reopening the former SGRTex facility on Summit Road. There could be a new owner by the end of the second quarter of 2019.

Regional Economic Development Summit City of Eden Economic Development Director Mike Dougherty participated as a panelist at the March 12 event held at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville, VA. Fellow panelists included Danville Economic Development Director Telly Tucker and Pittsylvania County Economic Development Director Matt Rowe. The focus of the panel was economic development organizations, recent developments at the former MillerCoors site and progress at the Southern Virginia Mega Site at Berry Hill.

Elite Driving School There is a tremendous need for truck drivers nationwide.

Trucking companies are offering generous sign on bonuses and significant income. Elite Driving School offers CDL driving training in addition to driver’s education for students and others in need of a driver’s license.

Contact them at 336-623-6800 for more information.

Osborne Company and Kirkland Builders Merger In early March, the Triad Business Journal announced the merger of Eden’s Osborne Company and Kirkland Builders of High Point, NC. This merger was part of a succession plan for the owners of Osborne Company. The operations will consolidate in High Point by the end of 2019. Osborne Company employs twenty people, most of who live in the Greensboro area.

The City of Eden appreciates Osborne Company for operating

in Eden since 1991 when it merged John Smith and Sons.

Lidl On January 22, staff for the City of Eden had a conversation with the Lidl Director of Communications. For at least the next four months, nothing will happen with the site. This European company’s CEO has characterized its United States launch as “disastrous”. For example, they had eight stores slated for the Piedmont Triad but have only opened four of these because of sales being below expectations. They are trying to work out their problems and establish the right product mix to compete in this market. The status of the Eden location could change by mid-2019 but we have not been guaranteed anything at this point.

Bridge Street Parking The newly paved parking lot off Bridge Street that flows behind Washington Street continues its improvements.

Directional signage has been placed as well as a larger parking sign featuring images from the recently completed branding study. Concrete pads for benches, landscaping and a dedication sign will exhaust the remaining grant funding provided by the Home Savings Bank Charitable Endowment.

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Too High

• What does an air conditioner have in common I told my girlfriend she drew with a computer? her eyebrows too high. She They both lose efficiency as soon as you open windows. seemed surprised.

• I'm so good at sleeping. I can do it with my eyes closed.

Dad Jokes -Did you hear about the restaurant on the moon? Great food, no atmosphere.

-What do you call a fake noodle? An Impasta.

-How many apples grow on a tree? All of them.

-Want to hear a joke about paper? Nevermind it's tearable.

-Why did the coffee file a police report? It got mugged.

-How does a penguin build it's house? Igloos it together.

-Dad, did you get a haircut? No I got them all cut.

-Dad, can you put my shoes on? No, I don't think they'll fit me.

-Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field.

-Why don't skeletons ever go trick or treating? Because they have no body to go with.

-Ill call you later. Don't call me later, call me Dad. -What do you call an elephant that doesn't matter? An irrelephant -Want to hear a joke about construction? I'm still working on it.

-What do you call cheese that isn't yours? Nacho Cheese.

-What did the grape do when he got stepped on? He let out a little wine.

-I wouldn't buy anything with velcro. It's a total rip-off.

-The shovel was a ground-breaking invention.

-Whenever the cashier at the grocery store asks my dad if he would like the milk in a bag he replies, "No, just leave it in the carton!"

-5/4 of people admit that they’re bad with fractions.

-Two goldfish are in a tank. One says to the other, "do you know how to drive this thing?"

-I would avoid the sushi if I was you. It’s a little fishy.

-The rotation of earth really makes my day.

-I thought about going on an all-almond diet. But that's just nuts -What's brown and sticky? A stick.

-I’ve never gone to a gun range before. I decided to give it a shot!

-Why do you never see elephants hiding in trees?

Because they're so good at it.

-I used to work in a shoe recycling shop. It was sole destroying.

-Did I tell you the time I fell in love during a backflip?

I was heels over head.

-I don’t play soccer because I enjoy the sport. I’m just doing it for kicks.

-People don’t like having to bend over to get their drinks.

We really need to raise the bar.

Funny Quotes -I used to think I was indecisive, but now I'm not too sure.

-Doing nothing is hard, you never know when you're done.

-If two wrongs don't make a right, try three.

-I am not lazy, I am on energy saving mode.

-Life is short, smile while you still have teeth.

-A balanced diet means a cupcake in each hand.

-I'm not shy, I'm holding back my awesomeness so I don't intimidate you.

-I’m sorry, if you were right, I’d agree with you.

-Your life can't fall apart if you never had it together!

-People say nothing is impossible, but I do nothing every day.

-A bank is a place that will lend you money if you can prove that you don't need it.

-Always remember that you're unique. Just like everyone else.

-One advantage of talking to yourself is that you know at least somebody's listening.

-The elevator to success is out of order. You’ll have to use the stairs.

-An apple a day keeps anyone away if you throw it hard enough.

-The more you weight the harder you are to kidnap.

Stay safe, eat cake.

Knock, knock.

Who's there?

Ach. Ach who?

Bless you! Need a tissue?

Onion A lot of people cry when they cut an onion. The trick is not to form an emotional bond.

APRIL MAZE OF THE MONTH

Maze Solution On Page 26

PUZZLE Locate These Hidden Words In Eden’s Own Find A Word HORSESHOE LUOLA REGINALD VIEW SHAFFER DAN

ISLAND MARTIN SALEM WALTERS RAILROAD OWN

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From the Desks of City Hall.. Continued From Page 23 Fieldcrest Public Space This public space in Draper on Fieldcrest road had its benches installed by the City’s Facilities and Grounds Department. Corrugated sliding metal doors were delayed but should be completed by the end of the month. The equipment to install the lighting is on hand, but inclement weather has delayed its instillation. Funding for this project was provided by a recommendation from the Positively Eden Strategic Planning Board through the Eden City Council.

several local artists have volunteered to take on the project initially. his is open to the public; contact Randy Hunt at rhunt@ edennc.us for more information.

REAP City of Eden representatives, staff from Rockingham Community College and Rockingham County Economic Development staff continue to design the R.E.A.P. (Rockingham Entrepreneurial Assistance Program). Identifying clients for recruitment, targeted buildings and outlines for curriculum are current priorities.

Brief surveys were conducted to gauge interest from potential participants. The REAP would assist with our objectives found for economic development in the Positively Eden Strategic Plan.

Fine Arts Festival The Fine Arts Festival will once again be held here at the Eden City Hall. Some of the important dates to remember include: • Sneak Peak – Thursday, April 4 – 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Eden Downtown Development Inc. The EDDI board welcomes two new members: Ashley Latham of Ashley Latham Photography and Barry Carter of the Old Leaksville Gun Shop.

Mike Quickel was voted as president, and Glenn Denny returned to the board. Several members of the EDDI board will be attending the NC Main Street conference in Salisbury, NC in March. The City’s Planning and Inspections Department continues to work with the EDDI to create a pamphlet promoting the QR historical markers that are located in the Old Leaksville Commercial District. This Old Leaksville Commercial District Walking Tour will also include some historical structures just outside of the existing commercial district.

Cars and Coffee These events are open to the public and will be hosted the last Saturday of each month from April through October between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. at the Family Video parking lot. The Three Rivers Chapter of the AACA Eden car show will be held on May 25 at the Tractor Supply Parking lot.

View and purchase art before the public

• Awards and Opening Reception – Sunday, April 7 – 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

• Show Dates – April 8 – 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 13 – 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

Spring Grown & Gathered Exciting News! We have added a second Grown & Gathered event this year due to the popularity of last year. Our spring event is set for Thursday, May 23 along the Canal at the beautiful Spray Mercantile.

Our late summer event will be Thursday, August 15 in the brand new barn located at the Wright Memorial Event Center.

So exciting! Tickets will be available soon, but mark your calendars now!

Oink & Ale Our very popular Oink & Ale event will take place on May 11 on Monroe Street in Historic Downtown Eden (Leaksville section). Our featured band will be the very popular On the Border – The Ultimate Eagles Tribute.

Come and enjoy delicious barbecue and ribs along with refreshing beverages. Admission is free.

Henry Street Mural The City Council previously approved spending $20,000 from the current Positively Eden Strategic Plan budgetary account to fund a new mural that will be completed by muralist Brandon Hardison.

Piedmont Pottery Festival Our 17th Annual Piedmont Pottery Festival is set for Saturday, June 1 in Kingsway Plaza from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Applications are available at ExploreEdenNC.com. You do not want to miss it!

Boulevard Merchants The Boulevard Merchants Association will hold the second annual Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday April 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There have been fifteen food trucks reserved and additional spaces are available to rent for interested vendors. For information contact theblvdeden@gmail.com.

Two Acre Sunflower Field Coming this summer to the Smith River Greenway! Stay tuned for more exciting details!

Public Art Project The public art project supporting painting fire hydrants has had a great response. Hydrants in our downtown areas have been identified as priorities and

Engineering Street Resurfacing Projects Waugh Asphalt, Inc. will be starting construction on the second street-resurfacing contract for the 2018-19 fiscal year sometime in April or early May. There are 17 street sections on the spring resurfacing schedule to be repaired and resurfaced. All of the work is expected to be com-

pleted by May 31, 2019.

NCDOT State Resurfacing Schedule NCDOT has several state roads scheduled to be resurfaced in the Eden area this year. We have been told that construction on the Rockingham schedule is expected to start sometime this month. State maintenance crews will be out in the next couple of weeks to make the repairs that are needed prior to resurfacing.

Please slow down and use caution when entering these work zones.

Waterline Replacement Projects Update The Joyce Backhoe Service Inc. crew began installing 6-inch diameter ductile iron water main along Morehead Street on February 14, heading east from the Glovenia Street intersection.

Installation of the water main under an active metal storm drain, and an unexpected old clay storm drain located a few feet to the east, was completed on February 27. After getting the correct tapping saddle delivered, the crew was able to make a wet tap on the existing 8-inch diameter cast iron water main in Hollingsworth Street on March 11 without any problems.

Installation of the final forty feet of water main is to be completed on March 13, with testing to be done during the next several days.

A crew from Citty’s Plumbing and Pools, Inc. began delivering materials to the Jackson Street and W. Moore Street waterline replacement project on March 2. Installation of the new 6-inch diameter ductile iron water main began a few days later and has continued as weather permitted. As of March 12, the crew has installed about 805 feet of new water main, two fire hydrants, and nine valves. The crew has also replaced two short sections of clay sewer main with ductile iron pipe at the intersection of W. Moore and Jackson. With a little luck, the installation of the rest of the proposed water main should be completed soon, and the crew can begin the required testing for the project.

A bid opening was held on March 5 for the West Avenue waterline replacement project. Joyce Backhoe Service Inc. was the lowest responsive bidder for the proposed installation of about 550 feet of 6-inch diameter ductile iron pipe, and about 120 feet of 2-inch diameter schedule 80 PVC pipe. The crew is expected to start the installation work near the intersection with Central Avenue after completing their current job on Morehead Street, probably the second week of April.

Facilities & Maintenance The City of Eden will be

Food Drive Continued From Page 21 Agencies Benefiting from Food Drive 2019 Cooperative Christian Ministries, Eden : 712 McConnell Ave. , Eden (Located: basement of Leaksville Moravian Church back entrance off Washington Street). Serves Eden area residents only. Hours: 9:30 to noon Wednesdays and Thursdays. In 2018, CCM assisted 3.647, with 339 of those being in December.

Hands of God, Western Rockingham County: 115 Hunter St. Madison, Food distribution by appointment. Donations accepted 10 a.m. to noon, Mondays, and noon to p.m. Thursdays. The Hands of God also has a clothes closet by appointment. In 2018, Hands of God assisted 543 (up 12%) families with food (28% increase from 2016); 334 Families with utilities $55,590 (17% increase); and 16 families with prescriptions. Total aid given in 2018 was $58,000 plus food from the pantry to 1053 families.

Men in Christ, Reidsville: 200 S. Main St. Reidsville. Distribution is from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Clients must sign up before the day of distribution. Each day, Men in Christ volunteers give out approximately 425 bags of groceries, weighing about 20 pounds.

Rockingham County Veterans Coalition Food Pantry: 542-C Cherokee Camp Road, Reidsville. Assists homeless and

needy Veterans and their families. Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays except holidays. Must show valid military ID to receive food. One bag per family. Averaged 40 homeless and needy veterans a month during 2018, or 500 for the year.

Reidsville Soup Kitchen: 121 Arlington St., Reidsville.

Provides hot meals seven days a week and twice (lunch and afternoon) on Saturdays and Sundays.

Serves as many as 60 people a day. The Soup Kitchen serves lunch Monday Friday between 11 a.m. and noon.

The Salvation Army Soup Kitchen/Service Center, Eden: 314 Morgan Road. Serves hot meals from noon to 12:45 p.m.

Mondays through Fridays; Food Pantry is open from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; Shower Ministry is from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Mondays through Fridays. In 2018, 1,155 people were served.

The Salvation Army Food Pantry, Reidsville: 704 Barnes St., Food Pantry hours: 9 a.m.11:45 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The pantry is closed on Tuesdays. In December, 366 people received food. In 2018, a total of 4,052 were given food.

The 2019 Countywide Food Drive will run from March 2 to April 27. Anyone interested in participating can conduct a food drive anytime during those two months. Additional information can be obtained by calling 336432-2843 or 336-627-1256.

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Countywide Classifieds ALL CLASSIFIED ADS SHOULD BE PAID BEFORE DEADLINE TO RUN IN NEXT ISSUE. Cash, Checks, Master Card & Visa accepted.

If billing is required & accepted there will be a $1 charge billing charge added. (No 900 numbers accepted) email ad to.. lisag@edensown.com -or - Call 336-627-9234 • Fax to 336-627-9225 Mail in your ad inform. and payment to - Eden’s Own Journal, 5197 NC Hwy. 14, Eden 27288 Eden’s Own is published and placed on the stands on the 1st of Each Month • Ads cannot be put in nor canceled after deadline. No refunds. Ads run only at the discretion of the management. We reserve the right to turn down any classified ad we deem not publishable for any reason.

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NEW WOODWIND APARTMENTS 2901 Vance St. Ext., Reidsville • (336)349-9544 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED AT THE SITE OFFICE

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• NEW: The Eden Police Department will begin periodically posting videos containing photos of individuals who have outstanding warrants. Anyone with information pertaining to the whereabouts of

any of the individuals is asked to call the Eden Police Department at 336-623-9755. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may contact

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County Student Assignment Timeline 2019-2020 The RCS Request for Reassignment Application is now available for students requesting transfers for the next school year and based on a lottery system for all schools except for Rockingham Early College High School.

– Requests for transfers are reviewed and appropriate decisions made based on reason(s) provided and capacity in the school. The administration may grant transfer requests only if the requested school has sufficient space meaning the calculated school membership is under 95%, adequate staff allotments, grade level capacity which can include state required teacher student ratio and appropriate programming.

– Requests for Reassignment should be made between March 25 and May 1.

– No more than one reassign-

ment request per student will be granted each year.

– Previously approved student assignments are required to submit an Application Intent Form for reassignment by April 19, 2019. Students may remain at the transfer school through completion of the grade span.

– Application Intent Forms are required for students entering a new grade span of K-5, 6-8 or 9-12.

– Siblings of students who have been approved for prior transfer, may attend the same school with the exception of Kindergarten, sixth, and ninth grades if space is under 95% capacity.

– Parents are responsible for transportation to and from school for reassigned students.

– The Superintendent or designee may rescind a reassignment if the student has problems

with serious misconduct, exhibits poor academic performance inconsistent with their abilities, or accumulates excessive absences, tardies or dismissals.

If the reassignment was granted for specific academic programs, the student must meet the expectations of that program in order to continue participating.

– Further details on student reassignment may be found in the Board Policy 4150.

• Now through Wednesday, May 1, 2019 All applications will be available at the RCS Central Office, at all RCS schools, or online at www.rock.k12.nc.us/studentassign. Previously approved reassignment students will receive an application intent form by mail, the week of March 25. All applications should be sent to Jessica Isley at RCS Central Office. To be considered, applications must be received between March 25-May 1.

• Friday, April 19, 2019 Applications are due for employees and all returning reassignment students.

• By Wednesday, May 1, 2019 Final Deadline for Student Reassignment Requests.

• Monday, June 3, 2019 Last day of school: All K-8 students enrolled in Rockingham County Schools will receive notification of school assignment on the final report card.

• Friday, June 14, 2019 All 9-12 student assignment letters will be mailed for applica-

tions received by May 1.

• Friday, August 30, 2019 Final approval/denial of student assignment letters will be sent home for families that have relocated to Rockingham County after May 1. *Dates are subject to change due to inclement weather and/or make-up days.

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Jay Slaydon, MS, LMFT Accepting New Clients 336-612-2292 Counseling and Psychological Services for All Ages 424-D W. Kings Highway Eden, NC 27288 www.christiancounseling.org Dale & Richard Hallett collect cans from the Eden Moose Lodge for the Cooperative Christian Ministries Food Pantry

Good News The Gospel of Jesus Christ

Local Moose Lodge works to feed the hungry Feed the hungry. That is the mission of a recent project for the members of the Eden Moose Lodge #864, located at 626 Forbes Street.

Jerry Mears, the InterimAdministrator for the lodge says he and the members have been collecting cans of food as well as monetary gifts from the community and local businesses, including Food Lion and Walmart. So far they have gathered nearly 400 cans alone. With so much hunger in our communities, Mears says he and a few members are planning to match dollar for dollar any donation from businesses to buy even more food.

So where does the food go?

They are providing the food for the Cooperative Christian Ministries Food Pantry. which has been located in the basement of the Leaksville Moravian Church off Washington St for over 40 years. Serving Eden families with food to make it through the tough times, their

hours are Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 to noon on a walk-in basis. No appointment is necessary. There are over 14 Eden churches and many local businesses and individuals who support the pantry as well as 10 volunteers to staff it.

Mears says, “We are striving to a leader in the community.” This is evident in that members held a Bar-B-Q supper and raised enough to donate $100 to the Give a Kid a Coat campaign last year. A big thank you goes out to Rodney Smith, Moose Lodge Governor for spearheading the drives.

The Eden Moose Lodge celebrated 100 years last year and with about 114 active members at present, it is always open to vetting new members! There is a women’s chapter, too! Just drop by after 3pm for information or call 336-613-3008 and talk to Mears for information on joining this beneficial group of citizens.

DEATH Except ye repent ye shall all likewise perish!

(Luke 13:3) Repentance is his Death. You feel sorry for your sins. You die out from youself.

Save me Jesus, Save me Jesus Baptizing in His name is His burial (Acts 2:38) We are BURIAL buried with him by Baptism into his Death, (Romans 6:4 & St. John 3:5) My dearly beloved brother, according to the confession of your faith that you have in the Lord Jesus Christ. I now baptize you in the name of Jesus Christ for the Remission of your sins and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost in Jesus’ name.

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RESURRECTION Resurrection is the Holy Ghost, the new life. He got up, it is the spirit of the resurrection Christ, He got up on the third day. (Luke 24:7)

(St. Matthew 28:18) My titles are Father, Son and Holy Ghost.

My name is Jesus. All power were given unto me, everything you do use my name. (Col 3:17) I am alive.

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St. Matthew 28:19 - NAME: JESUS CHRIST. That’s the name of the Father.

(St. John 5:43) That’s the name of the Son (St. Matthew 1:21) Thats the name of the Holy Ghost.

(St. John 14:26) These 3 titles agree unto one name. Go obey (Acts 2:38) There is only One God. (Deut.6:4, Isaiah 43:11 The bible is the inspired word of God giving a true history of the creation of heaven, earth and humanity and containing a correct prophecy of the ages to come regarding heaven, earth and the destiny of humanity. Moreover, there is no salvation outside of what it taught in its pages. We can accept him and get saved or we can reject him and stay lost. (Acts 4:12) I am a living witness. The powerful sermon that Peter preached on the day of Pentecost is still in effect today. God is still pouring out his spirit in these last days (Acts 2:4, acts 2:17-18) It is not over. don’t be misinformed. Jesus is coming.

He told us to be ready. (Heb. 9:21-22, Luke 24:47 • Jesus Saves (Matthew 1:21)

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Eden Strategic Planning Commission notes progress The following items are projects completed from the Eden Strategic Plan, overseen by a Commission of local citizen leaders and citizens and implemented by City staff: Freedom Park RV Park There are 10 RV pads with water, sewer and electrical hook ups at Freedom Parks available for rent.

Draper Public Space This is a public space created after two Fieldcrest Road buildings were demolished in the Draper Downtown. $9,120 was spent to repair windows at the rear of the space, install benches and a sliding door, install lighting and landscaping. The public space will be used for musical events and other gatherings.

Freedom Park Dog Park This dog park is divided into two areas, one for large dogs and the other for small dogs. There are benches for pet owners and dog water fountains. $35,000 was allocated for this project.

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Matrimony Creek Nature Trail This trail is approximately 1.5 miles long and winds along the scenic Matrimony Creek. This section provides access to numerous residential streets and will also provide a spur trail to Douglass Elementary School. $45,000 was allocated to this project.

Karastan Mosaic A rendering of the famous Karastan #717 rug will be created at Grogan Park by Rockingham County artist Teresa Phillips. It will be incorporated into the park gazebo in tribute to Eden’s oldest functioning industry that celebrated its 90 th anniversary in 2018.

The mosaic project was funded with a $5,000 allocation.

Promotional Brochures $6,154 was allocated for two special promotional pieces for Eden’s rivers and special events.

These brochures will be distributed to hotels and at welcome centers.

Bridge Street and Mill Avenue Walking Paths $56,000 was allocated to repave walking paths at Bridge Street and Mill Avenue facilities.r Grown and Gathered In August of 2018, more than 100 people attended the Inaugural Grown & Gathered held at the Spray Mercantile.

This featured locally grown food, beverages and desserts.

It was one of the nicest events ever held in Eden. Because of its success, the Strategic Planning Commission asked for a second event to be held and allocated $7,000 to help fund it.

Wire Animal Art at Grogan Park Eden’s first public art project was installed in late February at Grogan Park. Wire animal figures—dueling rabbits, deer, an owl, fox and heron—have been placed along the walking path at City Hall. The cost of the project was $10,700. Four more animals will be added in 2019. Residents have come by the park to take their picture in front of the exhibits.

APRIL 2019 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 29 # From the Desks of City Hall...Continued from Page 25 School system and Rockingham County Government by participating in the School and Community “Team Up to Clean Up” event that will be taking place at Morehead High School on Saturday, March 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We are excited about this opportunity and would like to invite anyone else that may be interested to join us at Morehead High School on March 30 for this important event. Thank you in advance for helping to make our neighborhood a beautiful place to work, live and learn.

Information Technology Eden’s IT Department is pleased to announce they completed the design phase for FREE Wi-Fi in Freedom Park.

We are expecting to begin installation in early April and will be approaching the installation in three phases as follows: Phase 1 – Wireless Infrastructure Installation (early April) • Freedom Park Water Tower • Ball field concession stand area • Picnic shelter beside the playground Phase 2 – Wi-Fi Access Point Installation (early April) • Ball fields • Splashpad/Playground Phase 3 – Expand Coverage (late April – early May) • Amphitheater • Walking track • RV Pads • Skate park Watch our Facebook page for project progress and pictures.

We will also be posting a poll where you can vote for what to name the Wi-Fi network.

Municipal Services Compost for Sale The City of Eden will be offering compost for sale on the following Saturdays: April 6 and April 13 from 7:00am to 2:30pm. Costs are as follows: pick up load - $5, Tandem axle trailer $15 and large dump trucks $25 each.

Code Red Notification System The City of Eden has a Code Red Notification System to help make residents aware of changes to garbage collection due to weather or holiday closings, missing persons and any road closures. The system is also used for other public service and emergency related announcements. If you are not receiving the notifications and are interested in being included, please contact Georgette Spence at 336-623-2110 option 3 and have your name and number(s) added to the Code Red notification list. If you are an Eden resident, there is no cost to receive these notifications.

Spring Clean-Up Week Spring Clean-up Week will be observed during the week of April 1 – April 6. Please remember that no hazardous waste will be collected such as paint, stains, thinner, acid, etc. In addition, the City will not collect

masonry products such as bricks, blocks, concrete, and tires.

Parks & Recreation Community Accents Program & Parks & Recreation Radio Program Staff participated in the Community Accents Program with WLOE (Wonderful Land of Eden) radio on March 8 and will be participating in the same program again on April 12. In addition, staff participated in the Parks & Recreation Radio Program with WLOE on February 27 and will be participating in the same program again in March to update the public on our recreational program offerings during the months of March, April, and May. We remain involved in these community outreach efforts in an effort to update residents about the programs being offered by our Parks & Recreation Department.

Be Healthy Rockingham County Staff continues to be involved with Be Healthy Rockingham County initiative.

They will attend the next meeting scheduled for April 10.

Kate B. Reynolds Community Conservation Meeting Staff attended a Kate B. Reynolds Community Conservation meeting on March 22 concerning the efforts of how this Foundation is working in Rockingham County to improve the health and well-being of the residents in the County.

Collaboration with UNCRockingham Health Care Staff has met with Liz Penn, Director of Rehabilitation Therapy & Sleep Center, at UNC-Rockingham Health Care, and the City will be collaborating with them to provide workshops at the Garden of Eden Center. The first workshop was held on March 18 and addressed fall prevention. Other classes

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Freedom Park Splash Pad & Bathhouse Update VORTEX continues the construction of the Freedom Park Splash Pad. The concrete area for the Splash Pad features was poured on March 12. The remaining concrete for the facility will be completed in the next few weeks, weather permitting.

The Splash Pad features will be installed in the upcoming weeks.

Construction on the Splash Pad should be completed by May 30 weather permitting.

Cirrus Construction received the building permit for the Freedom Park Splash Pad Bath House on January 28. The construction on the Splash Pad Bath House began on March 13 with staff from Cirrus Construction locating the building corners and making preparations to remove the top soil where the building will be located. The wet weather over the past several months has prohibited work from being done and the completion date for the Bath House is now June 14. Cirrus Construction has informed us they are hoping to complete the project before Memorial Day if the weather is good.

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Matrimony Creek Greenway Parking Lot Update The Matrimony Creek Greenway Parking Lot paving project has been postponed indefinitely until all of the work associated with the EPA Administrative Order in the Matrimony Creek area has been completed.

Installation of Chiller and Cooling Tower at Eden Municipal Building Work related to the installation of a new chiller and cooling tower at the Eden Municipal

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Beginning in March, for the next 5 months KDH will be hosting an on-site job fair on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month.

Job Fair Dates: 4/4, 5/2, 6/6 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

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From the Desks of City Hall...Continued from Page 29 tower at the Eden Municipal Building is underway and is scheduled to be completed by mid-April.

Softball Tournaments @ Freedom Park There is a Got Game Tournament April 6 – 7, and a Top Gun Tourney April 13 – 14.

Planning & Inspections Code Enforcement 68 notices have been mailed by certified mail and first class mail. These actions include nuisances, junked motor vehicles.

A total of $2,629 in code enforcement fees was collected during the past month.

1220 Front Street This is the site of our most unusual repeat code violations.

We have cleaned the property 8 times during the past year. The owner was charged with a criminal violation. She did not appear at our last court date and an order was issued for her arrest. She was served and was released on a $1,000 secured bond.

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Nuisance Abatement – Demolitions All of the demolitions previously authorized by the City Council in November of 2018 have been completed. We have sent out bid requests for 6 properties.

Board of Adjustment The Board of Adjustment met on March 7. They considered a private recreation use for a shooting range on Friendly Road. The Property is the next to last property still in North Carolina. The board denied the request.

GIS Our staff is working with staff at our Water Filtration Plant on creating GIS maps that will be required for future reporting.

Maps have been provided to the Economic Development & Tourism Development department for marketing tools. Staff in our Engineering department continues to locate and identify water meters that were not operational when the new meters were installed or have been installed since 2012 and were not reported to our departments for mapping purposes.

Ashton Way Apartments Staff has issued 90 Temporary Certificates of Occupancy. The contractor should be completely finished by the end of March.

UNC Rockingham The hospital has submitted plans for a new elevator system.

Former Sonic Property We have received civil drawings for a new carwash to be located at 104 E. Harris Place (site of the former Sonic restaurant).

NCDOT Staff attended the meeting with representatives from the NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT), held at the Eden Library, concerning intersection improvements to Kings Highway and Highway #14. The project is funded and will get underway very quickly once the final choice is made on the various options that they presented. NCDOT will be holding at public meeting on this topic at Eden City Hall on Thursday evening March 14.

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Community Appearance Commission The commission discussed plans for citywide cleanup efforts during the “Great American Cleanup� (March 1 – May 31); discussed ideas to involve civic groups, church groups and school groups. They also discussed issues with parking lot maintenance (particularly Kingsway Center, the Eden Mall and the old Winn Dixie shopping center on the west side of town.)

It was determined that this could be addressed using the non-residential maintenance code, and the Commission wishes to follow through with this. Inspectors have inspected these parking lots and notices will be sent to property owners for violations.

Commission members also each took an area of the city to do a “litter assessment� as well as a sweep for junk, junk cars, and other nuisance issues. From this, we will target areas for cleanup and try to develop an anti-litter campaign.

CDBG Grant Application We have located a private consulting firm to handle our CDBG Housing application.

Mrs. Kelly Stultz, Director of Planning and Inspections recently met with W.T. Sorrell, III of Withers Ravenel from Asheville.

They have a Greensboro office and staff from that office will be assisting us without upcoming application. Changes in the way the State is handling the program require more upfront work than has been required in the past. We expect that the call for applications will be in March or April and the deadline for applications is likely to be in late August of 2019.

Historic Preservation Commission Staff prepared a list of all historic properties currently in our inventory. Each Commission member took an area and will assist us in completing an assessment on the condition of our historic properties (vacant, occupied, drastically altered, demolished, etc.). The Commission members discussed the possibility of creating some type of revolving fund or incentive grant (“carrot vs. stick�) to encourage historic property owners to help maintain or make repairs to their properties.

The Commission intends on developing a plan to propose to City Council to test the viability of this plan. The members also discussed issues with non-residential maintenance code and

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APRIL 2019 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 31 # From the Desks of City Hall...Continued from Page 30 their desire to push for enforcement that is more aggressive.

They would like to try to intervene before a building gets in too bad of a condition that there is no choice but to demolish.

Historic Walking Tour Staff is working to revive the historic walking tour in the Leaksville area. They will be working on maps and brochures, with the idea to expand this to other areas of the city, possibly initiating “heritage tours” in each area.

Police Department Junior Achievement Program The Eden Police Department is participating in the Junior Achievement Program, for the 2nd year, at Central Elementary.

This programhelps students realize that the education they are getting today will help them to have a bright future tomorrow.

Sergeant David Stepps and Lieutenant David Lamberth have begun classes at Central.

Posting of Outstanding Warrants on Eden Police Department Facebook Page In January 2019, we implemented a new power point presentation (video) for individuals with outstanding warrants. This power point presentation is currently being utilized on our Eden Police Department Facebook page every three to four weeks.

The slide show highlights individuals with outstanding warrants to include a photo, name, and current outstanding charges.

This is another way of keeping our citizens informed and up to date. The most recent video, posted March 1 has been shared 68 times and has now reached approximately 15,000 people.

Public Utilities Mebane Bridge Road Digestion Improvements Project Sealed bids were recently received for the Mebane Bridge Digestion Improvements Project,

which is one of the projects, included in our EPA Administrative Order of Consent Remediation Plan. Four contractors submitted bid packages.

They include: • Frizzell Construction Company, Inc. $2,043,211 • English Construction Company, Inc. $2,384,000 • Shook Construction Company $2,615,000 • Laughlin-Sutton Construction Company $2,700,600 The engineer’s estimate for this project was $2,400,000. As such, the base bid from Fizzell Construction is $356,789 under the engineer’s estimate. It is anticipated that the City Council will vote to accept the low bid at its meeting on March 19.

Because this is a loan and grantfunded project, staff will forward the bid results with City Council approval to the NC Division of Water Infrastructure to receive authorization to award the contract to the contractor approved by the City Council.

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Morehead High Students— GOOD-News Morehead High School (MHS) is proud to announce that 8 MHS students have been accepted into the Rock-A-Top Pre-Apprentice Program for the 2019-2020 year with the following Advanced Manufacturing Companies: Sturm, Ruger & Co. (Destiny Bowman, Tyler Frazier); ABCO (Axel Quesada); MSI (James Flint, Colby Harris); Weiland Cooper (Joseph Falcon, Rishard Jumper); & Pine Hall Brick (Braxton French). Their Pre-Apprenticeships will start in June. The Rockingham County Economic Development center hosted a parent/apprentice night last Wednesday, March 13th.

Mrs. Hensley, MHS CDC, reported the event was well attended and much excitement was in the air!

Morehead is the only Rockingham County School who had all students who applied accepted into the PreApprenticeship Program!

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Students will know in the next few weeks if they have been accepted to begin this awesome 4 year journey.

• On April 5th, our MHS Automotive & Robotics students will be visiting ABCO Automation to tour their facility and look specifically at the PLC, Robot, and Vision Programming Services for future Apprenticeship opportunities.

• March 22nd: Mrs. Wenger's Foods & Nutrition II visited GTCC for a cooking demo and tour as well as the Farmer's Market and Whole Foods.

• March 27th: Mrs. Thompson's Principles of Business class went to the Greensboro Escape Room to practice their soft/power skills.

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Rockingham County students in North Carolina recently joined Mohawk Group and Karastan to commemorate the installation of an on-campus SmartFlower™ solar energy unit with a collaborative hands-on art project facilitated by plant employees. On a canvas backdrop using eco-friendly paint, students from Morehead High School and Central Elementary School covered their hands in different colors and imprinted them around a message embodying Mohawk’s commitment to sustainability: “We Believe in Handprints Over Footprints.”

Last fall, Mohawk Group and nonprofit Groundswell teamed up to locate SmartFlower technology on the campus of Eden’s Central Elementary School.

Eden is the home of Mohawk’s historic Karastan woven rug and broadloom carpet plant. The system will not only bring clean solar power to the schools and the area, but it also will provide educational opportunities for students and further contribute to Mohawk’s hand-

printing efforts, which focus on creating products that have a net positive impact across their life cycles.

“Eden students are embracing the positive energy conservation ideas Mohawk and Karastan have presented to the community,” said Megan Hall, human resources manager. “We hope to convey the importance of making a positive contribution to the planet, so their children and grandchildren will have the same resources available to them.”

Mohawk Group has engaged in the partnership with Groundswell to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and offset the energy and resources used in manufacturing. The North Carolina SmartFlower installation is part of Mohawk’s handprinting strategy and Living Product Challenge Petal Certification for Pivot Point enhanced resilient tile, Sunweave woven area rug and Sunweave broadloom, the latter two manufactured in Eden. These Living Products were designed

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The Reidsville Family YMCA and the Eden Family YMCA are participating in Healthy Kids Day, a national Y initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids. Both YMCA locations will host free community events this spring aimed at promoting activities to engage children physically and mentally.

It is important for children to develop healthy habits at a young age, especially given the childhood obesity epidemic in the United States. The CDC reports, “Nearly 1 in 5 schoolage children and young people (6 to 19 years) in the United States has obesity.” Obesity puts children at higher risk for long-term health problems like asthma and type 2 diabetes, as well as childhood social isolation and low self-esteem.

Healthy Kids Day events encourage youth to step away from their sofas and video games and experience healthy

activities in a fun setting.

Healthy Kids Day at the Eden Family YMCA Date: April 27, 2019 Location: Eden Family YMCA, 301 Kennedy Street, Eden, NC Time: 9:00 am - noon Activities: 5k and fun run, bounce house, local vendors and emergency vehicles Healthy Kids Day at the Reidsville Family YMCA Date: May 4, 2019 Location: Lake Reidsville, 630 Water Works Road, Reidsville Time: 10:00 am - noon Activities: Games, kids’ dance team performances, face painting, obstacle course, emergency vehicles and a bookmobile For more information about Healthy Kids Day or other YMCA programs in Rockingham County, visit ymcagreensboro.org or contact the Eden Family YMCA (336.623.8496) or the Reidsville Family YMCA (336.342.3307).

Environmental Debate Tournament Features over 100 Local Students Piedmont Environmental Alliance and Wake Forest Univ.

Team Up To Develop Student Debate and Leadership Skills Students from around the Triad convened for an environmental debate tournament on March 16 at Wake Forest University. The tournament was hosted by Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) and Wake Forest University’s Wake Debate and will feature over 100 high school students from across Central North Carolina. The students convened to debate whether or not Triad cities should ban cars in their downtown areas. Most participants do not have formal debate programs at their schools and many have never participated in debate prior to the tournament.

“Environmental debate is a fun and powerful way to integrate environmental sustainability, college prep, and leadership development into the high school curriculum,” said Jamie Maier, Executive Director of PEA. “The program builds vital skills for young leaders, including critical thinking, logic, research, cooperation, and public speaking.”

Students trained for the March tournament for months. PEA recruits student and teacher participants, and provides skillstraining workshops, information, and research materials to any interested high school student in the Piedmont region. This year, PEA expects to have students from 11 different high schools in four counties throughout the Piedmont.

The tournament on March 16th winnowed contestants down to two teams. The final round of the 2019 Environmental Debate Tournament will take place at the Piedmont Earth Day Fair on April 13, 2019 at the WinstonSalem Fairgrounds, in front of an audience of fairgoers.

The environmental debate program has a history of inspiring students to take on greater challenges in their community.

For example, after participating in the 2016 tournament, one Reynolds High School senior formed a working committee dedicated to putting solar panels on Forsyth County school buildings. Another student at Reynolds who participated in 2018 was inspired to start a regional environmental organization for high schoolers called Young Environmentalists.

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Eden Summer Camp reving up

Bird’s Eye View Vintage Bird’s Eye View Vintage will be opening April 13th & 14th, starting their second year in business. Their first year was a success, with lots of items sold and new friends made. They are looking forward to starting up again, with a lot of new inventory to offer.

Bird’s Eye View Vintage is an antique shop that features architectural, industrial, lighting, garden items, pottery and vintage jewelry. They are open the second weekend of each monthApril through December on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is owned by Vic & Joyce Cestari and located at 980 Westerly Park Road in Eden in the big red barn on their property. They have lived in Eden for eight years and enjoy living here and having their shop.

There are two stalls and one large room in the barn, all filled with antiques. A handcrafted wagon wheel chandelier made

by Vic hangs in the foyer of the shop. All of the items for sale, from large pieces of furniture to small items for every taste and budget, are chosen with care by the Cestari’s. There are no consignment items here. Also featured are honey, apple butter and jellies from a local vendor.

Vic & Joyce have done a great deal of work in the barn and strive to have it looking great during the weekends that they are open. There are treats available for their customers from freshly baked chocolate chip cookies to mulled cider as a thank you to them for stopping in.

Bird’s Eye View Vintage is on Facebook and also on Craigslist under antiques and garage sales the week before the opening. Come by and see what new and unusual items they have to offer.

If you would like to read more about Bird’s Eye View Vintage, Google’A Different Sort of Barn Find” for all the history of this one of a kind antique shop. Bird’s Eye View Vintage was in business for over eight years in Massachusetts and will be worth reading about. Hope to see ya’ll April 13th & 14th.

There is also a schedule for the 2019 season is as follows: April 13th & 14th May 11th & 12th June 15th & 16th July 13th & 14th August 10th & 11th September 14th & 15th October 12th & 13th December 14th & 15th.

Eden Parks & Recreation 2019 Summer Camp is for children 6-12 years old. Campers enjoy weekly activities including: swimming, skating, tennis and field trips. There is an additional fee for skating and some field trips such as laser tag and bowling.

Lunch is provided by the school system but campers will need to bring their own snacks and water.

Hours are 7:45am-5pm.

Late fees will apply after 5pm and if payments are not made on time, Cost for the summer is $250 per child for residents of Eden or $275 for non-residents.

Payment is required before attendance.

To register and pay come to the Parks & Recreation Department office located at City Hall. Call 336-627-4711 for more information.

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Richardson named Chief Elected Official at Consortium The Job Training Consortium voted and approved Rockingham County Commissioner Mark Richardson as the Chief Elected Official of the Piedmont Triad Regional Job Training Consortium.

The Consortium is a sevencounty group comprised of local elected officials from Caswell, Davie, Forsyth, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin Counties, along with a representative from the City of WinstonSalem. These individuals are selected by each member county and are responsible for certain Workforce Development programs in the area through a written agreement with the

Governor. The Governor is represented by the State of North Carolina Department of Commerce – Division of Workforce Solutions.

Additionally, this group selects the administrative/fiscal agent for Workforce Development Funds.

The Chief Elected Official of the Local Area is selected by the Consortium Board and shall serve as the presiding executive officer who is authorized to exercise all functions, duties, and responsibilities of the Local Area “Chief Elected Official” which are required under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

EASTER SUNDAY CELEBRATION AT CENTRAL You’re also invited to join us Easter Sunday, April 21, at 11am to celebrate the resurrection of Christ.

Prior to worship, a breakfast of coffee, juice, sweet rolls & variety of biscuits will be served beginning at 9:45 am.

Treats will be given to children following the worship service

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Job Seeker’s Corner Preparing for the Interview Interview. Just the word brings shear panic to many people, faces turn red, and hearts start to race at the thought of interviewing. For those of us that have had more than one job, we can think of at least one interview that was, well…not that great of an experience.

Although there is no way to know exactly what a potential employer will ask you, there are ways to prepare to be ready for your interview.

Do your homework! I always advise candidates to know about the company they are interviewing for.

Sometimes, that takes additional

Suthard research. Look at the company website, what do they do? Why do they do it? How big are they?

Are they growing or trying to expand? Who is their target market? Knowing this information ahead of time may help you elaborate on questions that they do ask or expand some of your own questions about the job and work environment.

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Prepare by reviewing possible interview questions.

Interviewers typically ask a mixture of question types. Skill based questions are questions that relate to your specific skill set and experience. Situational questions tell an employer how you handle certain scenarios.

Situational questions often start with “What would you do if…” or “How would you handle…”

They may be hypothetical questions, in that you really have not had the situation occur, but you are giving an example of how you would handle the situation. “What would you do if you had an irate customer?”

Behavioral questions tell an employer how you respond to events based on past experiences. They often start with “Tell me about a time when…”

“Tell me about a time when you went above and beyond in a job.” “How have you handled conflict with a team member in the past?” Think about past experiences and what scenarios

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Practice! Have a friend or family member ask you interview questions or ask yourself questions but answer yourself while looking in the mirror. The face to face part of this practice is important to make sure you are making eye contact, speaking clearly, and not fidgeting or

making distracting movements with your hands while answering questions. If you need additional assistance or you are not sure how to handle certain questions like gaps in employment, discussing background information, why you are changing careers or companies, call Goodwill Career Services at 336-579-6418.

Eden Youth Football program starting up At the February City of Eden Budget Retreat, City Staff ask that the Mayor and City Council allow the City to proceed with implementing a City-Wide Football program in the City of Eden. Over the past several years, the City Eden, the Eden Prowlers and the Eden Boys and Girls Club have all offered Youth Football in the City. The new approach, will allow the City to include all participants in one program that will provide the same type of play for all the youth football players. The Eden Prowlers is donating all of their equipment and uniforms to the City at a value in excess of $29,000. The City will participate in the Piedmont triad Youth Football

League and will be known as the City of Eden Prowlers. The City will be hiring a part-time employee to assist the City’s Athletic Director with the administration and operations of this project. The City of Eden and the Eden Prowlers believe placing the Youth Football Program under one organization will continue to help build the program and continue its success in the future.

There will be additional articles coming out in the next few months to let parents know when registration will begin and how to become a coach or volunteer. Please contact the City of Eden, Park & Recreation Department at 336-623-2110 for more information.

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APRIL • Plant summer flowering bulbs like dahlias, gladiolas, and lilies • Mix bulb fertilizer, processed manure, and peat moss into soil • Wait until next month to plant tuberous begonias and cannas • Plant annual seeds of asters, cosmos, marigolds, and zinnias • Trim back and repot stored fuchsias and geraniums and move out doors when danger of frost has passed • Deadhead spring flowering bulbs, but leave the green foliage to provide bulbs with food for a few more weeks • Divide perennials like daylilies, delphiniums, iris, chrysanthemums, daisies, and phlox. Share with a friend or move to a new garden area • Fertilize azaleas and rhododendrons after they bloom • Fertilize hybrid tea roses before buds begin to bloom • Plant new rosebushes before growth starts and buds swell • Set aquatic plants in your pond after the middle of the month • Plant fruit trees and berry plants in full sun • Plant peas, carrots, beets, spinach, cauliflower, and cabbage • Plant root crops like potatoes, radishes, and onions anytime • Thin direct-seeded crops as they sprout to avoid overcrowding • Cut out all dead canes from raspberries and blackberries.

New canes should have new, swollen buds along the edges • Uncover strawberry beds and keep well watered • Remove thatch and over-seed the lawn • Keep the lawn mower blade sharp • Set mower blade no lower than 2 ½ to 3 inches to avoid scalping • Rotate houseplants for even growth and balanced shape • Spring clean indoor plants: remove spent flowers, dead or yellowing leaves, and rinse dust from leaves with kitchen sprayer • Move overwintered tropicals outdoors when night temps remain above 50 degrees • Pinch back tips of plants to stimulate new growth • Start cuttings from coleus: Cut stems just below a leaf node, remove lowest leaves, dip into rooting hormone, and plant into potting soil. They will be ready by early June to put into garden

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Music and Cruiz In begins in April Mark your calendars now for the Eden Parks & Recreation Music and Cruiz In at Freedom Park. Each month on the last Satruday from April through September the cars will roll at in at 5:30 and the music will begin at 6:30 at the Kiwanis Amphitheartre.

The event is always free.

Concessions will be available.

There will be Cornhole, 50/50 drawing, door prizes and more.

The music schedule is as follows: • 4/27 - The Bullet Band (rock, funk) • 5/25 - GT & Misti (pop) • 6/29 - Karolina Kool (rock, coutry, beach) • 7/27 Against the Nights (Christian rock) • 8/31 - Remedy (country, rock, funk) • 9/29 - The Impacts (oldies, beach)

Participants in this year's Knights of Columbus Eden Parks & Rec Foul Shooting Contest along with the volunteers. A special thanks goes to Joe Stanley along with his sons Josh and Zach for their help. All of the participants received a medallion.

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Finding Fur-Ever Homes Animal’s Of The Month Bronco is a 1-year-old Retriever mix that is a big ball of love. His favorite activities include playing fetch, napping on the couch, and watching his favorite Western movies. Bronco would love to have a home with other dogs or older children to play with. Bronco's adoption fee is $75 and includes his neuter, microchip and vaccinations.

These beautiful pets are located at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 250 Cherokee Camp Rd, Reidsville (Wentworth Area).

Please stop by and find your Fur Babies today!

Website: www.rockinghamcountyanimalshelter.org Phone: (336) 394-0075 Fitz is the coolest cat on the block.

He spends most of his time at the shelter teaching the younger cats all about swagger. At 5 years old, Fitz still has many years of chasing yarn balls left. Fitz would prefer to be the only cat in his new home. His adoption fee is $15 and he is already neutered and ready to go home the day of adoption.

Citizens of the City of Eden: Litter is the problem.

Litter is a problem for all citizens and visitors and it takes all of us as a community to prevent the litter from taking over our city. How can we expect others to want to move to and invest in our city if it appears that we do not care about the City of Eden ourselves?

It is the responsibility of each citizen to make certain that any trash in our vehicles is put in a trashcan, not thrown out on the streets. It is up to us to teach our kids the right way to control litter.

Besides being unsightly, litter can cause health issues, spreading germs and bacteria.

Litter clogs storm drains. If it makes it through the drain, litter can end up in our rivers and pollute our water supply.

The City of Eden has invested in trash crews to pick up roadside litter. In one month, one crew has averaged around 120 bags of trash. It costs the citizens thousands of dollars in labor to clean up the streets.

Please help us control litter in our beautiful city.

Thanks, Ray Thomas Facilities and Grounds Superintendent, City of Eden

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Chili Championship at Camp Carefree It’s time to turn and burn at the North Carolina State Chili Championship at Camp Carefree.

This exciting event will incude CASI Chili (cooks choice), Freestyle, Junior Chili and Showmanship competitions.

Chili turn-in isSaturday, April 27th at 12:30pm.

Can’t handle the chili?

There will be hot dogs, hamburgers and a bake sale for you!

With free admission from 10am - 3pm, there is fun for all

Free Pesticide Collection Day Do you have pesticides at your home or farm that you no longer need or use?

If your answer is ‘yes’, then you'll be interested in the Rockingham County Pesticide Collection Day on Thursday, April 4, 2019.

The Rockingham County Extension Office, in cooperation with the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Pesticide Disposal Assistance Program, a NONRegulatory and Cost-Free program, will be offering this Pesticide Collection Day for residents in Rockingham County and all the surrounding counties.

County Agricultural Extension Agent, Kathryn Holmes will be the local contact for the event. The Collection will be from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Rockingham County Agricultural Center 525 NC 65 Reidsville, NC 27320.

Nearly all pesticide products will be accepted at this amnesty collection event, including banned and out-dated pesticides.

For pesticides with unreadable or missing labels, please contact the Cooperative Extension Office for instructions. Please save any portion of the label to help identify the material so you can be assisted with disposal. Unknown materials cannot be accepted.

For pressurized pesticide gas cylinders or containers greater than 5 gal in size, please contact the Extension Office BEFORE the Collection Day for special instructions and information. For tips on transporting the pesticides safely to the Collection event, contact the Extension Office.

Each year the Pesticide Disposal Assistance Program (www.ncagr.com/PDAP) visits between 40-50 counties to collect unwanted and unused pesticides through this NON-regulatory amnesty Program. This means that a Collection Day of this kind only happens about once every other year in each county!

Don't miss this pesticide collection opportunity in Rockingham County co-sponsored by NCDA&CS and the NCCES. For more information contact Kathryn Holmes, Rockingham County Agricultural Extension Agent at (336) 3428230.

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For more information contact Kenny Jones at 336-9512705 or visit www.campcarefree.org. Camp Carefree is located at 275 Carefree Lane, Stokesdale, N.C. No pets allowed.

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Many children with serious health problems live a protected life, spending a good deal of their young lives in hospitals and doctor's offices. Camp Carefree provides them with needed freedom to play, learn and have fun with others who encounter similar difficulties. The psychological, recreational and physical benefits of camping with their peers can help make their personal battle easier to bear. Sharing their feelings with others who really know what it's like to live with someone with a chronic health problem or disability helps these children know they are not alone in their plight. OUR EMPHASIS, HOWEVER, IS ON WELLNESS AND FUN!

Robert Hocutt, 80, Eden, died Sunday, February 17, 2019 at the Moses Cone Medical Center in Greensboro.

He leaves behind his wife of 59 years, Jean (Ray) Hocutt, his sons, Robert J., Richard, Ronald, Rod, and Ross; 13 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Robert was a member of the North Spray Christian Church.

A celebration of his life will be announced at a later date.

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