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Moore Celebrates 50 Years In Radio Page 16

Historic Museum Invites You In Out Of The Heat Page 18

Morehead Hospital Awarded Accreditation Page 20

CSI Unit Begins Work Page 20

Thornton Celebrates 100 Years Page 23

Raleigh Report Pages 28 & 29

Rockingham County Star Features Pages 4, 5, 8, 10, 11, 12, 14, 16, 22, 23, 28

INDEX Obits Events of Interes Spots Jokes Classifieds

2 6&7 24-27 32 34 & 35

The definition of Hospice : an organization providing quality end of life care for the terminally ill.

But Hospice of Rockingham County is so much more. Friends and neighbors caring for friends and neighbors hits the mark a little closer when talking about our “Hometown” hospice.

So what else sets Hospice of Rockingham County apart? There are several hospice programs that are for profit, and some who are not based in

Rockingham County, yet still may serve patients here. Hospice of Rockingham County is a non-profit program which operates with people from our community, part of our everyday lives, who care for those in need, the sick and the family of the sick, on a day to day basis.

Hospice of Rockingham County (HRC) began in 1987 with a

mission: With dedication to quality of life, compassion, dignity, and respect serving as a nonprofit agency that provides specialized care and support to terminally ill patients and their families and is a community resource for all people on death, dying, grief and bereavement.

Hospice...

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G ROWING A FAMILY IN A N U NIQUE W AY The Griffin’s are a family living out their faith in a huge way. When Clay & Amy Griffin of Stoneville heard there are 143 million orphans in the world with no one to love them, even though they have 3 children of their own, they decided they have enough love in their hearts for 2 or 3 more. There own three, Heaven, age 11, Gabriel, age 10 and Joshua, age 4.

They have one in Western Rockingham Middle School, and one in Huntsville Elementary.

The Griffin’s three children are very excited about adding new siblings. “Each of our children have a heart for children and understand that the children we are working to adopt have lived in an orphanage and will need time to adjust and will require extra love and comfort. They also freely say that if the tables were turned and they were in an orphanage, they would want a loving, Christian family to adopt them. We realize that our children (and ourselves!) will not fully realize the extent of the work or joy that adding two new siblings to our household will add until they arrive. None of the children will volunteer to change diapers!” Amy said.

The couple will be adopting a sibling group, a boy - age 22 months and a girl - 4 months, from Moldova, the poorest country in Europe. The children in orphanages there get only enough food to survive, but often experience malnutrition.

The Republic of Moldova is a landlocked country between Romania and Ukraine. It is a beautiful country - yet poverty is a major issue, with many families growing their own food. Many families have left their children in the care of the orphanages while they have gone elsewhere tin

The Griffin Family the world to seek employment.

Sometimes they return and sometimes they do not. The majority of the population, including nonMoldovans, are Orthodox Christians (about 98 percent). Romanian culture is evident - however, since Moldova was under Russian control, Russian influences are present.

Read more: Culture of Moldova - traditional, history, people, women, beliefs, food, customs, family, social, marriage, men, life, wedding, population, religion, rituals, History and ethnic relations h t t p : / / w w w. e v e r y c u l t u re . c o m / M a Ni/Moldova.html#ixzz0rfvs3jP0

After filling out all the necessary forms, the couple settled in for what they thought would be a long wait, but the paperwork for the adoption went through much faster than the Griffins or Carolina Adoption Agency (Greensboro) expected. The first trip to Moldova is now scheduled for around mid-August with the second trip to pick the children up at the end of September. These dates are still tentative - because the paperwork takes time and we will have to wait for the processing of documents both here and in Moldova.

When asked about the mammoth

job of preparing a household for three new children they said, “We are shifting bedrooms. We are in the process of turning our formal living room (we have sold all the furniture) in to a bedroom for our two boys and will make the boys current bedroom into a bedroom for the children we are working to adopt. We have bought cribs for the children we are waiting for, and realize that in the next couple of years we will need to build on to our house (at least one bedroom-maybe two!).”

In addition Amy says they

Adoption... continued on page 19

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Sponsor for this event is Vision 4 U Enterprises of Greensboro.

There will be live music beginning at noon, “Haiz Rail” thanks to WQFS 90.9 FM Food will be provided by Hooters of Greensboro. There will be a 50/50 drawing as well as door prizes.

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COUNTY WIDE OBITUARIES Derek Lee Blankenbaker, 32 Jerry Dwayne Carter, Jr. Hugh M. “Hugh Baby” Carter, 72 Ralph Neal “Jack” Cook, 74 Cleo Page Chumley, 82 Larry Cecil Eaton, 68 Doris Oakley Edwards, 87 Jean Lee Eggleston, 82 Hazeltine Turner Fowler, 59 Charles Winfred "Cadillac" Ford, 60 Jerry Bernard Garner, 67 Esther Sutphin Griffin, 95 Howard Orris Harris, 67 Mildred Wells Higdon, 84 June Grogan Hopkins Adolphus Wade Harris, 80 Melvin Lee Hickman, 61 Louise Vaughn Hopkins, 88 Sandra Flynt James, 66 Johnnie Talmadge “Ham” Knight, 93 Agnes Comer Truitt Lamberth 93 Thomas Lee Lewellyn, 55 Mildred Craddock Moore, 87 Emma Jean Bryant McKinney, 75 Bobby Lee Murphy, 70 Varnie Delmos McCrickard, 91 Barbara Ann “Bobby” Moore, 75 Daniel Phillip “Phil” Motsinger, 65 Charlie Samuel Mitchell Jasper “Jackie” Thomas Martin, 71 Harold Akers Mitchell, 77 Violet Mae Wheatley Moore, 81 Pauline “Bug” Neugent, 62 Posey Edgar “Eddie” Nelson, Jr., 58 William Howard Nichols, 87 Rebecca "Becky" Ann Pruitt, 67 L.J. Priddy, 79 Lucille McAlister Patterson, 81 Mary Juanita Griffin “Billie” Rodgers, 84 Debra Booker Roberts, 58 William Louis Stump, Sr., 86 Leonard Smith, 75 Rosemary Schanz Slaydon, 85 Jane Lester Tuggle, 60 George Aaron Thompson, 79 Ann Torbert Urshel, 57 Ruby Coon Williams, 83 Kimberly Renee Hammock Wike, 52 Ernest David Watts, 65 Linda Dixon Walters, 71 Jesse "Wilmer" Washburn, Jr., 73 Charlotte Elizabeth Strader Wright, 71

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TUESDAY,A UGUST 3R D D ECLARED N ATIONAL N IGHT O U T IN E D E N The National Association of Town Watch (NATW) is sponsoring a unique, nationwide crime, drug and violence prevention program on August 3rd, 2010 entitled "National Night Out", which a unique opportunity for the City of Eden to join forces with thousands of other communities across the country in promoting cooperative, police-community crime prevention efforts The citizens of Eden play a vital role in assisting the Eden Police Department through joint crime, drug and violence prevention efforts in the City of Eden and is supporting "National Night Out 2010" and it is essential that all citizens of Eden be aware of the importance of crime prevention and impact that their participation can have on reducing crime, drugs and violence in the city.

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¶ PAGE 4 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, AUGUST 2010 Letters to the Editor do not necessarily represent the opinions of the editor/publisher. Letters received are personal opinions from private citizens in the area and must be signed by writer. Submissions should be no more than 300 words, longer only by permission. We reserve the right to refuse a letter for any reason and to edit for grammar and taste. The writer should include their address and phone number for verification purposes only. Address: Eden’s Own Journal • 519 S Van Buren, Suite C • Eden, NC 27288 or email: edens-own@embarqmail.com. • Fax to 336-627-9225.

To the Editor National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) members have played a major role in seeking a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. NARFE supports research into the cause, prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease as well as a cure for Alzheimer’s and related disorders.

NARFE members have donated more than $8.5 million to the NARFE Alzheimer’s Fund. 100 percent of the NARFE donations to the Fund are allocated to research. NARFE is a member of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Zenith Society, a group of about 50 donors representing the highest level of giving. NARFE is only one of four organizations

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Of the four, NARFE is the “number one” contributor.

In Rockingham County, all Active and Retired Federal Employees are encouraged to join our local Chapter 1161 in order to aid in the continued research of Alzheimer’s Disease and to preserve our benefits that we worked for.

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Tom Lovell President, Rockingham County Chapter 1161 336.623.1081

Letter to the Editor: The Animal Protection Society of Rockingham County (APSRC) would like to extend a warm and heartfelt thank you to the businesses and vendors listed below for their participation in our 2nd annual Animal-palooza. · Dyer’s Inc. · Lewis Vet Clinic · Pet Clips · Happy Hounds Pet Services · Mark Childrey · Sheriff Sam Page · Carolina Basset Hounds · Carolina Vet. Assistance & Adoption group · Feral Cat Assistance Program · Flurry’s Hope Horse Rescue · Morehead ROTC · Rockingham County

Humane Society · Caramel Paws · Eden’s Greek Island · House of Health · Nanny B’s · Riverhouse Gift & Gourmet · Zanetti’s Italian Ice A special thank you to “Susie” of Susie’s Law for judging our Scruffy Mutt contest, and to Dyer’s Inc. for providing the location.

And, as always, we thank the many people who came out to show their support for the health and well-being of area animals.

We’ll see you all next year!

Sincerely, Patty Scott, VP The Animal Protection Society of Rockingham County

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To My Readers, Eden’s Own / Rockingham County Star is a vehicle with which to inform the public of facts, events, community happenings, and self help information to improve the quality of life in our county.

Articles should inform, enlighten, teach and cause introspection. You should take responsibility to form your own views. It should not be a platform for political mud slinging, personal vendettas or self aggrandizement.

Any items submitted are subject to editing. It is at the publishers discretion as to whether any item or advertisement will be accepted. Some items may be omitted simply because of lack of space.

Most understand that you can’t please everyone all the time, and there are some you can never please. I began this paper to bring light to subjects long overlooked, not to add to the darkness which already overtakes us on T.V. radio, magazines and the internet.

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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality Of Life

The ROCKINGHAM

County Star Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life

C O U N T Y ATTO R N E Y TA K E S L E A D R O L E IN

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FO U N D ATION WENTWORTH – County Attorney, Eugene Russell, has been elected as president of the Rockingham Community College Foundation Board.

When Russell joined the board in 2002, he stepped in as vice president of community relations and development, the position which had been vacated by outgoing board member Harold Bass.

“I became involved in the work of the foundation because I appreciate the college and what it does for Rockingham County,” said Russell. “I see it as a unifying entity in the county; one which tries to better the lives of all citizens.”

A native of Mayodan, Russell served for a number of years as a Boy Scout leader, youth coach and Rotarian. He remains active in his church and in a number of professional organizations. He is a person who believes in community involvement.

“I see it as being a good citizen. When I was growing up others gave me guidance and offered me opportunities. I think it is important to do the same; to try to do something good and hopefully make a difference in someone else’s life.”

On July 1, Russell will assume his new position with the foundation board.

“I’ve enjoyed working on the foundation and getting to know people from around the county,” he said. “As president my goal is to sustain the good works started by the people who have previously served in this role. I want to continue the spirit of cooperation we received from individuals throughout the county and to assist the college in the work it does in making a difference in people’s lives.”

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WENTWORTH – It’s interesting how dreams die. In the end, the death rattle happens when we finally, completely, totally give up on the dream. Then it dies.

Kayren and Wayne Jenkins’ almost gave up, but Cathy Wheeler and Debi Joyce of the Rockingham Community College Small Business Center encouraged them to keep it alive. Now, their dream is a reality: they are the proud owners of Way Cup Coffee on NC Highway 87 in Wentworth.

“Everything works in its own time and in the best way,” Joyce told the Jenkins time and again.

So the couple didn’t give

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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 4 up. Not when the location they wanted wasn’t initially an option.

Not when the location became an option but ran into snags. Not when the economy tanked. Not when bank after bank after bank said “Great business plan…one of the best we’ve ever seen,” and then one after another refused to loan start up money for a restaurant (the two biggest risks for banks); even though Way Cup Coffee is a coffee shop, not a restaurant.

Friends and family stop by during Way Cup Coffee's "soft opening." The coffee shop opened for business on June 21 at 8460-C, Highway 87 in Wentworth.

They did not give up when the Small Business Association (SBA) wouldn’t loan money because its funds were tangled up in the tightfisted banking industry. Nor when they complained to the White House that the resources supposedly made available to stimulate the economy through funding of small businesses weren’t getting to the people it was intended to help. They were told to contact the SBA. Veterans were supposed to be rewarded in all sorts of ways for their service to the country, but help was refused from that quarter, too, even though Wayne Jenkins, an ex-Marine, served in Iraq. So, actually, that’s when the dream just about died.

Joyce counseled patience. Wheeler counseled perseverance.

Together, the four of them kept the dream breathing.

Bringing a dream to life may sometimes come from sheer, dumb luck. That’s probably rare. In the Jenkins’ case, it came from solid market research, attainable goals, and smart economics.

Between the two of them – Kayren with a restaurant/hotel background and Wayne with a sales, industrial background – they had learned to live within their means and save. They had excellent credit scores, low debt and accumulated savings. That economy of resources finally allowed them to gather enough money to circumvent the banks and fund the dream themselves.

But they say the RCC Small Business Center gave them the encouragement, the nod toward county resources, the information, and the ability to map out their goals through a detailed business plan that helped make their dream come true.

“Their level of service is amazing,” said Wayne Jenkins. Then he laughed, “We exhausted every resource they offered and exhausted them. I would recommend them to anyone considering opening a business in this county.”

S TUDENT LIFE A D V O C ATE IS RETIRING WENTWORTH – Students remember Bonnie Dickerson. She’s the one at Rockingham Community College who helped them in the career center, in admissions, and/or in the office of student life.

Since coming to RCC in 1978, she has touched countless lives.

On July 1, Dickerson will retire.

In her current role, her main duty is serving as Student Government Association (SGA) advisor and helping SGA officers and members plan their activities. This includes special lectures, blood drives, Spring Fling, Fall Dickerson Festival, Homecoming, and more. In addition, she has responsibility for organizing athletic activities and making arrangements for the games.

“I wanted a job where you could have a more personal relationship with people,” said Dickerson, who left the county tax department for a career at RCC. In 1994, Dickerson earned a bachelor of science degree in management from Guilford College. Although she earned the degree to broaden her employment marketability, she liked RCC so she did not pursue other avenues.

“The knowledge I gained while at Guilford has served me well,” she said. “Especially the leadership aspect of the curriculum. I have been able to use that to help students develop their leadership skills and confidence by directing them rather than telling them what to do.”

Dickerson said she enjoys the diversity of the community college student population.

“We have students of all ages and backgrounds. When I meet them

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E D E N R O TA RY C L U B D EDICATES B O A R D WA L K O N S MITH R IVER G R E E N WAY Members of the Eden Rotary Club dedicated their recently completed boardwalk from the Smith River Greenway to the Smith River with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by members of the Eden Chamber of Commerce, and city, county and state elected officials.

“This walk to the Smith River was a three-year project of the Eden Rotary Club,” said Rotary Club Past President Mark Bishopric, under whose leadership the project was started.

“The club initiated the project in December 2007 and started raising funds in February 2008 after obtaining approval from the City.”

Bishopric said the project was designed to have a minimum impact on the river bank while providing a path to see the Smith River from the Smith River Greenway. Construction was started in September of 2008 and completed in June of 2010.

Project funding was provided primarily from the Eden community through its support of various Rotary fundraising projects.

“We want to extend special thanks to Scott Flanagan and Cirrus Construction for their design and assistance in construction and providing equipment to assist in the building of GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 2, 2010 6:30 AM - 7:30 PM

the project,” Bishopric said. “We also wish to thank the Dan River Basin Association and Executive Director Katherine Mull for contributing funds to purchase the steel that we needed to complete the river overlook section of the project.”

Eden Rotary Club President Rick Hurley said the boardwalk aligns with the mission of Rotary International which is to improve health and education and fight poverty.

“The Eden Rotary boardwalk embodies the Rotary motto of Service above Self,” Hurley explained. “Not only does the boardwalk provide a path to see the Smith River from the Smith River Greenway, but just as important it will provide a resting point for those people who are walking the greenway for their health.”

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LIVING WILLS 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 18 Morehead Memorial Hospital Main Conference Room Learn about new NC legislation related to Advance Directives and prepare your living will and health care power of attorney documents. .

Those attending are assisted in finishing their documents. A notary and two witnesses are present to finalize the completion of the documents.

There is NO CHARGE for this community service. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - preferably at least one week in advance. Call Marcia McQueen, director of Chaplaincy Services to register: 336-623-9711, Ext. 2482.

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LOOK GOOD - FEEL BETTER 10 a.m. - noon, Monday, August 16 Smith-McMichael Cancer Center This program helps patients learn to disguise physical side effects experienced while undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment.

Open to any patient in Rockingham County regardless of where they are receiving treatment. Registration is required. To register: 336-623-9713.

COMMUNITY OF HOPE CANCER SUPPORT PROGRAM 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 10 Smith-McMichael Cancer Center Conference Room A group designed to help patients and their families/caregivers/friends cope with cancer. Family concerns, financial concerns and spiritual concerns and needs will be addressed. Call 336-623-9711, Ext. 2482.

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Dining Rm Tue & Fri - 8-9pm Rock of Eden Spray Methodist AL-ANON - Fri’s 8pm - Joint meeting with Alcoholics Anonymous Rock of Eden Spray Methodist Wed’s - Morehead Hosp. Dining Room - Circle of Love - 8 - 9pm NA (NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS) Meets 5 days a week in Reidsville at the REMMSCO Annex, 108 N. Main St. Includes a noon meeting on Monday and 8 PM meetings Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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ROCKINGHAM COUNTY DEMOCRAT PARTY Meet on the 3rd Monday of the month at 7pm in the Jerry Owens Building at RCC. 548-9358.

JOB SEEKER CLASSES Goodwill Industries of Central NC Community Resource Center of Reidsville. Call 336-637-1010 to register Employability Skills, GED Classes HOUSE CALLS - RADIO SHOW 11:00 a.m., 2nd & 4th Wednesday 1490 WLOE AM • WMYN AM Hosted by Kerry Faunce, Morehead Hospital marketing director Hosted by Torrey Goard, community health educator GROUP DIABETES CLASSES – Annie Penn Hospital offers FREE Diabetes Group Classes twice a week to Rockingham County residents. Walk-ins are welcome. Held in Dining Room C in the Annie Penn Cafeteria on the Ground Floor of the hospital. The morning classes each Tuesday from 10:00 -11:00 am. The afternoon classes Thursday afternoons from 3:00-4:00 pm. Please call 951-4673.

DIABETES CLASSES – Annie Penn Hospital offers FREE Diabetes Group Classes twice a week to Rockingham County residents.

Walk-ins are welcome. All classes will be held in Dining Room C in the Annie Penn Cafeteria on the Ground Floor of the hospital. Tuesday from 10:00 -11:00 am. and Thursday afternoons from 3:00-4:00 pm. For more information, please call 951-4673 TOTAL JOINT EDUC. CLASS This class meets from 7:00 pm.-8:00 pm, the 2nd Thursday of each month, in the Short Stay Waiting Area of Annie Penn Hospital, Reidsville, on the hospital’s first floor. Physical therapists, nurses, and care management professionals provide information and demonstrations to patients who are considering, or scheduling total knee or total hip replacements.

The May class will meet on Thursday, June 10. For more information, call 951-4357.

PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP 2 p.m., Tuesday, August 17 Morehead Memorial Hospital Main Conference Room. A support group providing information and encouragement for individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s Disease.

Refreshments will be provided. For more information call 336-627-6199.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 Reidsville, Meets the 1st Monday each month at 7pm at the post located behind Auto Zone in Reidsville.

For more info: 336-295-2996.

CIVIL AIR PATROL Every Thursday: The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is seeking volunteer members from all backgrounds, lifestyles, and occupations to help perform three key missions: emergency services (including search and rescue and disaster relief operations); aerospace education for youth and the general public; and cadet programs for teens. CAP membership consists of cadets ranging from 12 to 20 years of age, and senior members 18 years of age and up. Meetings are held every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Rockingham County / Shiloh Airport in Stoneville. For more information, please call Charlie Spratt at 336-537-3115 or via cell at 336-520-7886.

THE DAV Now meeting 3rd Monday of each month at 7pm “JOSHUA’S TROOPS” Meet every 2nd Thursday of the month at 8:30am at the Dan Valley Com. Bldg (Madison) Do not have to be a vet to attend.

SPECIAL YOUNG ADULTS 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, August 3 & 17 - Morehead Memorial Hospital Downstairs Classroom A night for adults ages 18-45 with mild or moderate developmental disabilities to meet new friends, play games (Bingo, Uno, Dominoes), make crafts, enjoy snacks and participate in other social activities. If you know individuals who would like to attend our meetings, please let them know about our group. For information, call Brenda Moore at 336-6231077 or 336-613-5174 after 6 p.m.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 Meets 3rd Thursday of each month 6:30pm. All Vets are Welcome 147 N. Fieldcrest Rd, Eden WEEKLY WELLNESS HOUR Every Wednesday evening at 7pm FREE to Public! Door Prizes!

Come taste the most nutritious and delicious beverage you will ever drink. Learn about health and prosperity. 594 Pierce St, Eden, NC (next to library) 627-4325 MARINE CORPS LEAGUE Meetings 2nd Thursday each month at 6:30pm - 8pm, at the Whitcomb Student Center at RCC. Seeking new members and businesses willing to help. 613-3171 or email tthorne@triad.rr.com

YOGA CLASSES - Terri Lea, certified Yoga instructor at In Touch.

Beginner & Intermediate Welcome - 118-A Arbor Lane, Eden. 623-9138 to register EDEN - CITY HALL EDEN ROOM Ongoing Classes Tues’ 8:30-9:45am or CB Hut - Boone Rd., Eden, Weds.

6pm-7:15pm $72 for 6 week session or $15 per class (must have min. number of students, class sizes limited, reg. early) FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION SUPPORT Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month 6:30pm- 8:00pm, DSS Conf. Room.

Jo Wilson 342-1394 GRIEFSHARE & DIVORCE CARE - Support groups for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them or needing help healing from pain of separation or divorce. Every Mon. from 6:308:00pm, Growing Oaks Community Church, 2270 Harrington Hwy., Eden. Call 623-1114, 558-5947 or visit www.growingoaks.org WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB Ruritan Club meets 2nd Tuesday each month at 6:30 at the Wentworth United Methodist Church at 6:30pm.

Contact: Charles Boswell @ 336342-4346 or Sharon Reynolds @ 336-613-0474 RED CROSS BLOODMOBILES Appointments are strongly recommended for donors to get in and out faster. Call for the nearest bloodmobile near you! 349-3434 EDEN’S WOMEN’S CLUB 3rd Thurs. of mo. - 7pm. 623-7290 STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB Meets at the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. 3rd Tuesday or the month - 7pm Call Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005 MINORITY BUSINESS ASSOCIATION - EDEN Meets 1st Monday of each month at 6:00pm Eden Chamber of Commerce building, Van Buren Road.

Call Butch at 627-7600 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Monthly Meetings held 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of Each month. Red Cross Building - 3692 NC Hwy 14 Reidsville, NC Contact Trey Belton W$SH 573-3317 or Pat Patterson N4SLP 548-2027 SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP meets at Leaksville United Methodist Church, 603 Henry St., Eden. Dinner, child care provided. Door prizes. Sponsored by the Rock. Co. Partnership for Children, Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center, and Wal-Mart. FREE. Call Beverly at 342-9676 to register.

FREE MEALS

AMVETS- Newly formed local group. All Veterans and service men and women welcome. Willard (Woody) Waters at 635-1786 or woodyeee@embarqmail.com

SALVATION ARMY Free Meals To Those In Need.

Monday thru Friday 12:00-12:30 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden - Now Sunday 9:30 worship 11am Sunday School. Capt John Sikes

SPECIAL POPULATION DANCE The Arc Of Rockingham County sponsors a special population dance monthly (the second Thursday of each month. RCC, Whitcomb Student Center. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Refreshments Served.

DJ for event: Brandon Ellis.

Contact Information: 336-627-7565

AGING, DISABILITY & TRANSIT SERVICES349-2343 MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time.

Anyone 60 years of age and over Why: activities, good food & fun • HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206 Site Manager-Joann

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EVENTS OF INTEREST MUSIC & DANCE Cascade Community Center 3561 Huntington Trail, Cascade, VA Every Friday Night 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Cascade Express & Friends.

Concessions Av. MUSIC AT THE BARN Tuesdays 7pm the doors open at the Barn, 151 Gant Road, Eden. Bluegrass music & Jam sessions.

Free to public.

Last Tuesday of month Open Jam 7pm 2nd & 4th Saturday, 6pm covered dish 7pm - Heart Strings...

EDEN DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET Local Food – Local Growers Every Friday - May – October 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. - Henry Street – Municipal Parking Lot Local, Fresh Early Spring Vegetables & Fruits. Mouth-Watering Baked Goods, Delectable Meat and Eggs, Handmade Soaps Herbs & Plants, Honey and Nut Butters, and more.

Plus live music

REIDSVILLE CHAMBER FINDS NEW HOME The Reidsville Chamber recently moved to their new offices at 112 Settle Street (across from Market Square). They would like for you to stop in and visit their new location and learn more about the businesses in Reidsville.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Madison/Mayodan Used Bookstore 103 2nd Ave, Mayodan. Select Books are $1 a bag! Sale runs through August. Fridays 10am-5pm, Sat. 10am - 2pm. Members get 50% off in July.

STUDENT CO-OP PROGRAM Flurry's Hope - A blind horse sanctuary. Applications are now being

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C H U R C H E VENTS

A New feature of Eden’s Own / Rockingham County Star 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 10 Lines or less the fee is $10 The listing will be in the public’s hands for a full month, 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.

NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH Sunday, August 15, 2010 • 10:30 a.m.

486 N.C. 700, Eden N.C. 2728 The Concert is Free; a love offering will be received.

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Arts and Frames By Hobbs 1422 Freeway Drive Reidsville,N.C. 27320

Tuesday - Friday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Or Appointment

336-342-4665 Custom Picture Framing Local Artworks • Gifts • Accessories Rental Space Available

REIDSVILLE CRUISE IN Scales Street, Reidsville Second Friday night of the month.

6-9pm Streets close at 5:30pm!

EDEN CRUISE Second Saturday of month from 4:00pm-8:00pm in the Olde Leaksville Shopping District on Washington Street in Eden.

MADISON DOWNTOWN CRUISE IN 6pm - 9pm (Held first Friday of each month) 4th ANNUAL PRAYER WALK All Rockingham County Schools SATURDAY, August 21, 2010 9:30am – 10:30am Go to the school of your choice; a leader will be there to guide you.

CONCERT IN THE PARK Freedom Park Kiwanis Amphitheatre. Saturday, August 28th from 6:30-8:30 featuring “The Bullet Band”. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music in the park. Free to the public!! Next month Veronica Jones.

SENIOR DANCE IN EDEN August 30th at the CB Hut in Eden.

7:00-10:00 pm come at 6 to line dance. $5 admission at the door.

The dance is held the last Monday of each month.

OPEN HOUSE & TOUR OF NEW LAW ENFORCEMENT CENTER September 1 from 3 until 6 pm, Sheriff's Office will hold a "drop in" open house at the New Law Enforcement Center and Jail ( at the rear of the judicial center) for county citizens 170 NC 65 Reidsville Staff will be on hand to provide guided tours of offices and jail facilities.

ATTENTION MUSICIANS! Rockingham County Bluegrass Association Being Formed Meeting at The Barn 151 Gant Rd., Eden 5:30pm - August 21st Please plan to join us as we form Rockingham County’s 1st Bluegrass Association, Call Debbie for details 336-706-2144

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CORCORAN R ECEIVES LO W E’S S CHOLARSHIP Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation has awarded a Lowe’s scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to Rachel Corcoran who will use the scholarship to attend Appalachian State University. In 2010, Lowe’s awarded 190 scholarships totaling more than $600,000 to high school students nationwide based on academic achievement, leadership and community involvement.

“These scholarships represent Lowe’s commitment to education,” said Larry D. Stone, chairman, Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation. “By supporting local students like Rachel, we are helping to build and establish a legacy for the young adults who will be tomorrow’s employees, homeowners and community leaders.”

Nearly 17,000 students applied for the Lowe’s Scholarship, and Lowe’s Scholarships were awarded to 140 students nationwide.

Since its inception in 1957, Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation has helped communities nationwide through employee volunteerism and financial contributions. In 2008, the Foundation supported community and education projects across the country through grants totaling more than $25 million.

To see a full list of scholarship recipients or for information about Lowe's scholarship program, go to lowes.com/scholarships.

Recipient photo is available upon request, email amoon@applyists.com.

Lowe’s is a proud supporter of Habitat for Humanity International, American Red Cross, SkillsUSA/Skills Canada, and The Nature Conservancy, in addition to numerous non-profit organizations and programs that help communities in North America. In 2009, Lowe’s and the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation together contributed more than $30 million to support community and education projects in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Lowe’s also encourages volunteerism through the Lowe’s Heroes program, a company-wide employee volunteer initiative. Lowe’s is a FORTUNE® 50 company with fiscal year 2009 sales of $47.2 billion and has more than 1,700 stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico. For more information, visit Lowes.com/community.

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As I work with them during the year, they begin to gain confidence and take on more responsibility. I enjoy watching them blossom. It has made my time here very rewarding.”

That reward not only comes from watching students succeed, gain confidence, and take part in college activities, but also from whatever part she may have played in the transformation. It continues when students graduate and then call back to chat or remind her what she did for them when they were students.

“I’ve kept in touch with a lot of them,” she said.

Dickerson said she plans to enjoy the summer and then explore volunteer opportunities when fall arrives.

“My time at RCC has been interesting, exciting, rewarding and life-changing. I feel like I’ve made life-long friends.”

D A N R IVER B O AT R A C E Join us for a fun day on the river Saturday, August 7th for the Dan River Boat Race sponsored by the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department. This will be the 21st Anniversary where people with their canoes and kayaks have gathered from all over NC and VA to compete for trophies and prizes.

Lunch is provided for the racers; however spectators can purchase lunch on site. Lunch will be catered by the Airport Drive-In Restaurant in Madison. Entertainment will be provided by Kirby Wilkins of Reidsville. Kirby will be playing your favorite tunes from the 70’s.

Our sponsors are as follows: Autumn Creek Vineyards, A New Dawn Realty, Airport Drive-In Restaurant, All About Floors, Dan River Basin Association, Dan River Company, Get Outdoors, Rockingham County Tourism Development Authority, Sutherland Products, Y&W Farm Center, and Three Rivers Outfitters.

The race begins at 11:00 a.m. at the Lindsey Bridge access site in Madison. Racers will travel approximately 2.5 miles to the finish line at 705 Bridge access in Madison. A shuttle will be provided.

Prizes will be awarded to winners in each category. Age categories include those 16 and under, 17-39, 40-59, and 60 & over. Boat rentals are available on-site but are first come, first serve. Life jackets are also required for everyone.

Pre-registration is $20 per person and on-site registration is $25 per person, which includes lunch and a t-shirt.

Check-in is from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. at the Lindsey Bridge Access site in Madison. For more information and for a registration form, go to our website at www.danriverboatrace.org or call the MadisonMayodan Recreation Department at 336-548-9572. You can also email Wendy Veach at wv@mmrecdepartment.org

C A S C A D E “ELECTS” NEXT H O N O R A RY M AY O R

Jerry Hunt, wife Kathy, two grandsons, Vance and Adam, and Daniel Boone, getting ready for the Grand Ride.

CASCADE - On Saturday, June 5, Cascade was proud to announce the winner in the "Honorary Mayors" Race. Jerry Hunt won the race with two close followups, Bill Wilson and Gayle Trollinger, making this fund raiser to benefit the Cascade VFD with around $5,500.00.

We would like to thank everyone who helped with this event.

Also we would like to thank, Linda Wyatt," Lady Auctioneer" from Eden NC, who came and Auctioned a Fire Truck and other items that day, and Mr. Daniel Boone, from Boone Reynolds Funeral Home, who gave the winner a ride through the Cascade Village. He will be set to ride in the Eden's Christmas Parade.

Mr. Hunt took the Seat of former "Honorary Mayor", Oliver Robertson. Mr. Hunt has some big shoes to fill following our 1st Mayor.

Many thanks to everyone who supported this event.

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BIBLICAL REFLECTIONS OF NATURE

By Dr. Mark Gaffney Stoneville, North Carolina

Gaffney

The Dove Wings of Faith

“Give ear to my prayer, O God; and hide not thyself from my supplication. Attend unto me, and hear me: I mourn in my complaint, and make a noise; Because of the voice of the enemy, because of the oppression of the wicked: for they cast iniquity upon me, and in wrath they hate me. My heart is sore pained within me: and the terrors of death are fallen upon me. Fearfulness and trembling are come upon me, and horror hath overwhelmed me.

And I said, Oh that I had wings like a dove! For then would I fly away, and be at rest. Lo, then would I wander far off, and remain in the wilderness. Se’lah” (Psalm 55:1-7) Often times David would feel overwhelmed with the pressures of life. Tried, weary and wounded, must have been the speech of his heart as he cried out to God that day. It is impossible to escape persecution, or avoid the trials that come our way as a child of God. David felt in his heart that if he could just fly away like the dove that he would be at rest. The picture painted in our minds is that of David observing a dove from his palace window. As he glazed at the

DA D DROWNS T RYING TO S AV E HIS CHILDREN At 6:45 July 24, Glenn Elmer Hampton, 42, of 540 Riverside Drive in Eden drowned attempting to save his two young sons from the current of the Mayo River.

Hampton, his wife Crystal, their 3 sons, and family friend Austin Reis had gone to the river to swim. When her 9 and 10 year old sons became threatened by an undercurrent, Mrs. Hampton made Reis and her husband aware. Reis was able to remove them from danger, but Mr. Hampton was unable to free himself from the current.

With her husband pulled under water by current, Crystal began to call for assistance as Reis searched for Mr. Hampton.

Several minutes later, Austin Reis saw the victim and was assisted by another person at the river, Kenny Shively Jr. in retrieving Hampton’s body from the water. Once retrieved, the men attempted CPR until emergency personnel arrived on scene.

Sheriff Page: “Rockingham County is blessed with rivers suitable for recreation, but on occasion, tragedy becomes reality. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Mr. Hampton”.

This incident occurred near the Anglin Mill Loop in the Northwestern portion of Rockingham County.

effortless flight of the tiny bird, his mind drifted away to happier times. Each fluttered stroke moved with such ease, climbing higher and higher, until she disappeared into the horizon.

David’s thoughts were on the dove, for he said, “Oh that I had wings like a dove! For then would I fly away, and be at rest”.

He wished to escape the mundane trials of life that flooded his soul. He wished to get away from it all, the stress, the grief, the heartache that ever encircled his life.

Have you ever felt like that?

Have you felt like the hinges of your faith have collapsed and the world is crashing down around you? Don’t lose hope, rest in the goodness of God and speak of His wonder. God will replace the parched and dry soul with streams of water. The fountains of the great deep shall break free and floods of His mercy shall fill each crevice of your soul. Just as David spoke of the dove resting far from the cares of today, Isaiah spoke of a millennial rest of the future. (Isaiah 35:1-2&5-7) “The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose. It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing: the glory of Lebanon shall be given unto it,

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AUGUST 2010 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 9 ¶ the excellency of Carmel and Sharon, they shall see the glory of the Lord, and the excellency of our God. Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped. Then shall the lame man leap as an hart, and the tongue of the dumb sing: for in the wilderness shall waters break out, and streams in the desert.

And the parched ground shall become a pool, and the thirsty land springs of water: in the habitation of dragons, where each lay, shall be grass with reeds and rushes”. It has been said that faith is the by-product of trust. Trust in the Lord and He will make your tragedy, triumph and turn your fears to faith. There’s a great old hymn, that goes like this, “Trust and obey, for there’s no other way, to be happy in Jesus, than to trust and obey”.

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• Mon, Aug. 2nd New Vision Fellowship, 1135 W. Academy St, Madison.

Appt:949-4040 3:30-8:00pm • Tue, Aug, 3rd.

Madison Presbyterian Ch. 204 W. Decatur St, Madison Appt:445-2202 11:30am-4:00pm • Tue, Aug, 3rd 12:30-5:00pm American Partners FCU 618 N. Scales St.Reidsville Appt:349-2729 x27 • Wed, Aug ,4th 2:00-6:30pm Reidsville YMCA 504 Main St, Reidsville Appt:349-6400 or 349-8858 • Thur, Aug, 5th Eden YMCA 301 Kennedy St. Eden Appt:623-7004 2:00-6:30pm • Fri, Aug, 6th Bridgestone Aircraft Tire 802 S. Ayersville Rd, Mayodan Appt:548-8107 12:00-4:30pm • Fri, Aug, 6th Rock. Co. Hospice 2150 NC Hwy 65, Wentworth Appt: 429-9026 2:00-6:30pm • Wed, Aug, 11th 1:00-5:30pm Annie Penn Hospital 618 S. Main St, Reidsville Appt:951-4645 or 951-6023 • Thur, Aug, 12th Morehead Hospital 117 E. Kings Hwy, Eden Appt:623-9711 x2400 6:30am-3:30pm • Thur, Aug,12th Big K-Mart , Madison 102 New Market St. Madison Appt:548-7500 2:00-6:30pm • Tues, Aug,17th Reidsville Christian Church 2020 South Park Dr, Reidsville Appt:349-6616 x203 2:00-6:30pm • Wed, Aug, 18th City Of Eden Public Works 1050 Klyce St, Eden Appt:627-7783 x106 11:00am-3:30pm • August 21st - 10am to 2:30 pm.

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N OMINATIONS N O W A CCEPTED F O R N O RT H C AROLINA A W A R D F O R O UTSTANDING V OLUNTEER S ERVICE Nominations are now being accepted from Rockingham County for the 2010 North Carolina Awards for Outstanding Volunteer Service.

This year marks the 32nd anniversary of this program that showcases North Carolina’s most dedicated volunteers. Through the years, North Carolinians have proven their concern and compassion for their neighbors by volunteering in their local communities.

Each county selects five individuals, businesses, and/or groups to be recognized for their outstanding contributions to their communities. One of the five recipients will be nominated to receive the NC Outstanding Volunteer Medallion. A local committee evaluates the nominations.

Nomination forms are available in Rockingham County at the Cooperative Extension Office, 525 NC Hwy 65, Suite 200, Reidsville NC 27320 (336-342-8230) or via e-mail brenda_sutton@ncsu.edu. Please return the completed forms to Brenda Sutton at the Rockingham County Cooperative Extension Office no later than Monday, August 16, 2010.

Take advantage of this opportunity to honor citizens who have shown concern and compassion for their Rockingham County neighbors by making a significant contribution to their community through volunteer service.

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Compact members will connect to Synergem’s Intelligent Next Generation 9-1-1 network (ING9-1-1™) ESInet, one of the first such networks in the Nation that complies with the National Emergency Number Association’s (NENA) i3 specifications. Synergem’s solution will more accurately locate a 9-1-1 caller and improve response times by applying system logic to route those calls to the correct Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). This ESInet will give emergency service agencies unprecedented ad hoc contingency planning and 9-1-1 call-routing capabilities that will be invaluable during natural or man-made disasters. The solution is highly mobile, easily expandable, and can be adapted to an almost unlimited array of contingent situations.

“Hard as it is to imagine given all the new communication devices available, most 9-1-1 centers still cannot receive a simple text message,” said Myron Herron, Synergem’s President and COO. "In 20 years, there has been little change in the way 9-1-1 calls are delivered. Synergem’s Next Generation 9-1-1 solution will change all that. It will enable the public to use a wide array of communications devices to reach emergency responders and will provide those responders with geographically relevant information,” he added.

Synergem Emergency Services, LLC, based in Greensboro, NC, supplies benchmark Next Generation 9-1-1 network technology to 9-1-1 agencies throughout the US. Synergem’s ING9-1-1TM ESInet provides unmatched functional and operational capabilities.

Designed consistent with National Emergency Number Association (NENA) specifications, this system ensures participating jurisdictions are able to enjoy a smooth and cost effective transition to a world dominated by emerging communications devices. The solution’s core is centered on GeoComm’s Emergency Call Routing Function (ECRF) tightly integrated to Avaya’s Emergency Services Routing Proxy (ESRP). ING9-1-1TM is built on an open platform that will welcome best-of-breed mission critical 9-1-1 applications such as emergency calltaking, regional tactical mapping, media recording, and advanced community notification.

The Synergem solution is supported by a Network Operations Center (NOC) in Winston-Salem, NC that is staffed around the clock to provide end-to-end network monitoring, management, and help desk services.

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RE D CROSS B LANKETS S TO L E N Reporting persons: On July 3, 2010 at 10:05 a.m., Donna Coates and Thomas Carter reported that the American Red Cross, at 3692 NC14, Reidsville stores some items in a portable storage unit outside their main building.

Some unknown person(s) did use force to remove a lock to the door of that storage unit to gain access.

Once entry was made, 24 blankets valued at $480 were stolen. If anyone has information about this incident, please call detectives at 634-3238 or Crime Stoppers at 349-9683.

For the third year, (and maybe the last) World Changers is again in Rockingham County. This is a group of teenagers who are using the World Changers approach to youth mission projects. Jim Bush, President of the Eden Evening Lions Club was passing a house and saw a group of young people working in the intensely hot heat of the day. They were rebuilding a back deck for a local resident which had completely rotted away. "I was so impressed with these young people and felt I needed to do something for them" stated Jim. He asked if they were thirsty and then returned with two coolers filled with ice and bottled water. Their gratitude at this small act was overwhelming.

Thank you, Dot Bush

S H O T S FIRED IN TO HO M E

On July 4th at 2:58 a.m.

Michael Stephen Smith of Mayodan reported that while he, his wife Kandi Yates Smith, and 7 year old granddaughter were inside their residence, several shots were fired into the house. Approximately 30 shots were fired into the residence by 3 different caliber firearms. No one was injured in the attack.

Mr. Smith observed a large 80’s model sedan that appeared to be black and primer in color at the scene.

He also believes this attack is likely in retaliation for an incident in Stokes County last week. In that incident his son, Leon Michael (aka: Hatchet) Smith, was accused of stabbing a person, and is currently wanted on criminal charges relating to that assault.

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“We implemented the system to ease the volume of calls routed through switchboard operators, especially those call where

the callers know the department or person to whom they wish to be transferred,” said Geoff Lawson, Morehead’s director of Information Systems. “That way our switchboard operators are in a better position to handle emergencies, inquiries, and more complex needs of callers besides simple transfers.”

Anyone calling the hospital’s main number will now receive recorded instructions asking the caller to say the name of the staff member or department

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they wish to reach. Callers can also say “patient” to reach patients by name or “information” to hear options for mailing addresses and directions.

The system is activated only on the hospital’s main telephone number, (336) 623-9711. Direct dial numbers to hospital departments and physician offices are not impacted.

Lawson said callers do not have to wait for the recorded instructions. They can speak at any time after hearing the initial chime when the phone line is answered.

Speech Attendant has been in operation internally since May 19 to test and fine tune the system’s speech recognition capabilities.

“It is working well,” Lawson said. “The system is handling over 800 calls a day. Hospital staff like reaching extensions without having to look up numbers in a directory, and without burdening our switchboard staff.

We expect outside callers will find the system easy to use, as well. Any callers experiencing difficulty will automatically be transferred to the switchboard operator.

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County Star Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 11 Leon Michael Smith, also known as “Hatchet” submitted himself to Sheriff’s deputies at 7:15 p.m. July 6th. He is charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon Inflicting Serious Injury. His bond was set at $100,000 and his first court date was scheduled for July 21st in Danbury.

If anyone has information about this incident please call detectives at 336-634-3232 or call Crime Stoppers at 349-9683.

E D E N M A N P LEADS G UILTY TO D R U G C H A R G E S WENTWORTH Johnathan Earl Raines, 25, pled guilty to Attempted. Trafficking >28 gram of Opium this week in Rockingham County Superior Court. Raines sentenced to 93-121 months in prison by Judge Ed. Gregory.

On August 25, 2009, detectives with the Eden Police Department went to the defendant’s residence at 107 Primitive Street, Eden regarding complaints of drug activity. Upon arrival, officers observed the defendant take a bag from a passenger in a vehicle in front of the residence. Raines opened the door when officers knocked, ad officers smelled marijuana. Raines then gave consent to search the residence. While searching the house, officers found 48 grams of opium derivative Dihydrocodeinone in prescription pill from, nearly 6 grams of powder cocaine, 16 grams of crack cocaine, digital scales, a glass test tube containing cocaine residue.

Raine admitted the contraband belonged to him and that he sold cocaine.

Raines also pled guilty to two separate charges of Trafficking <14 grams of Opium. He received 70-84 months in prison and $50,000.00 fine for each those offenses which occurred in June, 2009.

JU RY C ONVICTS PAIR IN R O B B E RY WENTWORTH A jury convicted two Eden resident residents yesterday in Rockingham County Superior Court for their involvement in a November, 2009 robbery. Joshua Brian Oliver, 20, was found guilty of Robbery with a Dangerous weapon, and Ariel Cheree Williams, 19, was convicted of Common Law Robbery.

On November 11, 2009, officers with the Eden Police Department responded to a reported armed robbery that occurred in the Wal-Mart parking lot. At approximately 9 a.m., a customer was putting groceries in her car when Oliver pointed a gun at her. He demanded and took the customer's purse. Oliver then left the scene in a vehicle driven by Williams.

An employee and several customers witnessed various parts of the incident and were able to identify the two suspects. Both Oliver and Williams provided statements to detectives regarding the incident. Oliver told the officers he knew the victim had money because he saw her pay for her groceries.

During a sentencing this morning, Judge Ed Gregory sentenced Oliver to 51-71 months in the North Carolina Department of Corrections. Williams received a 13-16 month suspended with a 30 day active portion in jail, and she was placed on intensive probation.

C OMMUNITY S U P P O RTS C O L L E G E T H R O U G H F O U N D ATION WENTWORTH – Volunteers raised over $232,000 for the Rockingham Community College Foundation Inc. during the foundation’s Annual Giving Campaign which began in March. Since 1989, volunteers have met or exceeded their annual fundraising goals. This year, that tradition continued. Volunteers exceeded their goal of $175,000 by 33 percent.

Area chairpersons recognized for their hard work were: Eden – Kathy Hale, Tom Harger; Madison – Kalynn Roland; Mayodan – Eugene Russell, Tim Simpson; Reidsville – Jimmy Thompson, Susan Thompson; Rockingham County – Mary Hux, Judge Pierce, Alice Smith, Bobby Wharton; Stoneville – Charles Davis, Julia Tuggle.

The theme of this year's campaign was “Racing for Success.”

“Whether seeking a particular degree or passing a challenging course, our goal is to help students succeed,” said RCC Foundation Director Gaye Clifton. “The funds raised by the Foundation help make that happen. We are so appreciative that people across Rockingham County said ‘Yes!’ when our volunteers asked them to contribute to the campaign. With the community's support we can continue helping students create success in their lives.”

Monies raised by the Foundation are used to fund a variety of projects and programs which enrich the educational experience and offerings of the college but are not covered by state funding.

Contributions to the annual campaign provide student aid grants, work-study jobs, peer tutoring programs in seven areas of study, professional development and training for staff and faculty, a cultural

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L AW ENFORCEMENT CAREERS The 34th Rockingham Community College basic law enforcement training (BLET) class graduated July 26 in a ceremony presided over by RCC BLET Director Michael Murphy.

The 21 graduates are: Scott Lee Brown, Brandon Wayne Cannon, Byron Rochelle Coles, Jearl Mitchell Gillespie, Titus Mark Harrison, Jackie Darrell Little, Scott Dwayne Love, Kelly Daniel Lovings, Mavernon Ames Mansfield, Steven Matthew Mabe, Richard James Moore, Joshua Alexander Penn, Joshua Wayne Shaffer, David Edward Slattery, Donnie Ray Smith, Jr., Dustin Lee Snowdy, Brooks Alexander Story, Thomas Spencer Strader, Jason Trever Warf, Maryjane Gunter Webb, Jeffrey Raymond Wilder.

Special awards were given to Thomas Strader, academic excellence; Joshua Shaffer, physical excellence; Mavernon Mansfield, highest firearm average; Mavernon Mansfield, most outstanding (voted on by classmates); Byron Coles and Maryjane Webb, class leaders; David Slattery, most determined.

Speaking to the audience of family and friends, Murphy said, “I’m sure these students we call rookie police officers went home every night and told you how

easy this course is.” When the laughter ended, Murphy emphasized the physical and academic demands of the course. Then he listed all the laws that are studied and said, “I was asked by one student how much longer he would have to be in law school to get a degree?”

With an interesting look at the field of law enforcement, guest speaker U.S. Deputy Marshall Charles Peeler, a 25-year law enforcement veteran, did not discuss enforcing the law.

“Enforcing the law is a small part of what you will be doing,” he said. “Yes, you have to enforce the law but more than that, you will be called to wake someone up who will never awaken again, be the first responder in medical emergencies, help the elderly when they’ve fallen, assist at traffic accidents, visit next of kin to deliver difficult news, and, yes, you really will be called to rescue cats from trees. These are not enforcing laws,” said Peeler, “but you are part of a community and these duties are a major part of law enforcement.”

RCC President Dr. Robert Keys, thanked the graduates for choosing RCC and for choosing a profession in which they will be serving their fellow man.

S O C K H O P C OMING TO TO W N Put on your Bobbi Socks, dig out that poodle skirt, roll up those sleeves and jeans. It’s time for a return to the 50’s in a grand way. Come dressed to impress in your best 50’s attire!

This year’s fund raiser for the Draper Rural Fire Department (Eden) will include a Sock Hop dance at the Mill Avenue Recreation Center, Mill Avenue, Eden, on Saturday, October 9, 2010, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

With music from the 50’s on up to the present, there will be a dance contest and a vote for king and queen.

For those that come hungry, the firefighter's will be selling and cooking hot dogs and have refreshments.

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With space limited, there will be a $5 entrance fee. Advanced tickets are on sale through any auxiliary member: Draper Rural Fire Department, and at Eden’s Own Journal’s Office and Diamond’s N Dust.

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County Star Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 12

Commander Fretwell presents Jim Clark a special award for his work with the American Legion’s National Oratorical contest with which he was also assisted by his wife Ann.

Commander Curtis Fretwell presents Albert Madren with an award recognizing him for his work maintaining the post in excellent condition.

events and lecture series, the Rockingham County Historical Collection Room, and more.

“I’ve never been in a place where the bond between a community college and its community is as strong as the bond between RCC and the citizens of Rockingham County,” said RCC President Dr. Robert Keys. “The result of this campaign is proof of the hope people have for the future of this county. It’s proof that their hope lies, in part, with this college.”

For additional information about contributing to the RCC Foundation, please contact Executive Director, Gaye Clifton, at 3424261, Ext. 2201.

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Commander Curtus Fretwell presents his brother Sam Fretwel the Legionnaire of the Year Award for Post 79.

Ann Clark reports on Morhead High School’s 5th JROTC Military Ball held in Danville Va. The ladies wore evening dresses and the men were in uniform.

Mike Shelton reporting on Rockingham Bible In Schools Program which has taught bible in elementary schools since 1923. A lawsuit threatened the program in the early eighties yet it goes on. The program is in all high and middle schools in the county. For the elementary schools the program is held in a bus off school grounds. The budget for the program is over $100,000 and is raised by churches and individuals. No school monies are used.

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Working with the N.C. National Guard’s helicopter unit, the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division reported on July 9th that they had located a marijuana field in an isolated, wooded area off Gideon Grove Church Road. A smaller amount of plants were seized in the East and West portions of the County.

The potential street value of these plants is an estimated $200,000 upon maturation.

Over 1 hundred cultivated plants were seized and will ultimately be destroyed. At this time, no criminal charges have been made.

Investigators ask anyone with information to give them a call at the Sheriff’s Office at 634-3232 or Reidsville Police Narcotics Officers, who also participated in this eradication process.

Sheriff Page asks residents to call Crime Stoppers at 349-9683 to report suspicious activity suggesting someone may be growing marijuana. He warns residents not to approach suspect areas or suspected person(s) because doing so could be dangerous.

1,291 MO TORISTS S ITED F O R DWI IN O P E R ATION FIRECRACKER RALEIGH — The Governor’s Highway Safety Program announced today that state and local law enforcement officers cited 1,291 motorists for driving while impaired during the “Booze It & Lose It: Operation Firecracker” campaign, which ran June 28-July 4. A total of 49,235 traffic and criminal citations were issued statewide.

“We received an outpouring of support from law enforcement from across the state during this effort,” said David Weinstein, director of the GHSP. “Their dedication in removing impaired drivers from our roads is greatly appreciated.”

During the campaign, officers statewide conducted more than 4,609 sobriety checkpoints and dedicated patrols. Counties with the highest number of DWI citations include: Mecklenburg (87), Wake (77) and New Hanover (65).

Officers also issued 4,305 safety belt and 738 child passenger safety violations, 14,641 speeding violations and 835 drug charges.

In addition, they apprehended 476 fugitives from justice and recovered 44 stolen vehicles.

M AY O D A N M E R C H A N T’S A SSOCIATION The newly-formed Downtown Mayodan Merchants Association met recently and elected officers. President, Ernest Johnson, Ernie’s Coin Shop & Collectibles; Vice-President, Mike Stewart, Mayodan Hardware & Lumber and Secretary, Melanie Barns, Avalon Salon.

The pro-active group is comprised of business and property owners intersected in working to improve the Downtown area. Discussion included organization bylaws, cleanup efforts, attracting new business and promotions. Regular meetings will be held monthly on the third Monday at 7:00 pm, alternating between Downtown Mayodan restaurants.

C O U N T Y S C H O O L S’S ENIORS E A R N M ILLIONS IN S CHOLARSHIP O FFERS The seniors who make up the Classes of 2010 in our district are very talented in academics, the arts, athletics and more. Combined, they earned more than $17 million in scholarship offers. This is an increase of approximately $5 million over last year's total scholarship earnings. The five year total of scholarship offers in our district is $52,141,517.

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D A N R IVER B ASIN A SSOCIATION P L A N S A U G U S T 7 OUTING

PADDLE O N D A N R IVER IN S TO K E S C OUNTY The August 7 First Saturday Outing of the Dan River Basin Association will be a 4-mile float on the Dan River in Stokes County, North Carolina, from Hemlock Golf Course Access to the US 311 Bridge. Coordinating this outing is Will Truslow, former president of the Association, avid paddler, and frequent outings coordinator.

According to Truslow, "This section is one that is not often paddled and is quite historic. It

times of low water. The rocky ledges at Hairston's Falls, divided by a quarter-mile-long island, marked the head of navigation for the bateau system.

Still visible as a depression in the woods near Hairston's Falls are the remains of Hairston's Mill Race that once powered a gristmill and sawmill.

A mile below Hairston's Falls is the site of "Upper Sauratown," the 1786 home of Peter Hairston, which later burned and was replaced by "Saura Town Plantation" on the south side of the river, now at the center of the Sauratown Plantation Game Land.

Just upstream from the US 311 Bridge is Hairston's Ford Shoal, one of the crossings of the Great Wagon Road, A kayaker scouts the ledges at Hairston's which brought travelers Falls on the Dan River in Stokes County, south from Philadelphia. where the Dan River Basin Association's Like many paths First Saturday Outing will paddle on throughout the continent, August 7. The public is invited without the wagon road followed charge. an earlier Native American trail. passes through an old mill site area and Hairston's Falls, the fur- Additional information may be thest point the bateaux reached. found in An Insider's Guide to the The rapid there is rated as Class Dan River, Maps 62-64, available II, but the rest of the trip is most- at www.danriver.org. ly flat water."

Comments North Carolina Participants in the outing are historian Lindley Butler, "Early asked to meet at 10:00 a.m. at names attached to most of the Hemlock Golf Course Access major points of interest in this (GPS coordinates: 36.3692, section of the Dan come from 80.1267) to unload gear and set two sources—the Hairston fami- the shuttle. Dress in layers of ly, who were wealthy plantation synthetic fabric, and bring boat, owners, and the last known paddles, life jackets, lunch and Native American tribe in the water. All participants will be region, the Saura Indians." asked to sign a waiver.

The Native American village known as Upper Sauratown was located in a bend of the Dan downstream of the outing's takeout at the US 311 Bridge. bateaux, which were long, narrow, flat-bottomed wooden boats, were used throughout the nineteenth century to carry cargo and passengers on the shallow, rocky upper Dan River. In the absence of good roads, especially in wet weather, the river carried most of the commerce of the backcountry farms and towns, connecting the region to a global market.

Sluices built through the rapids enabled bateau traffic to navigate the river, even during

Hemlock Golf Course Access is at the end of Powerhouse Road, Walnut Cove, NC. Take US 311 through Walnut Cove to Hwy. 89 West. Turn right on Power Dam Road (State Road 1712 - by a Marathon gas station). Turn right on Powerhouse Road (State Road 1732).

From the northwest, take Hwy. 8 South to Hwy. 89 East.

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C O U N T Y R EADING A SSOCIATION AW A R D S S CHOLARSHIP Melissa Bryan Underwood, a senior at Morehead High School, was awarded the Karen Thomas McCaslin Memorial Teaching Scholarship on June 1, 2010 by the Rockingham County Reading Association, an affiliate council of the NC Reading Association and the International Reading Association.

The daughter of Steve and Carol Underwood, Melissa plans to attend Western Carolina University, where she will seek a degree in elementary education.

Melissa was selected for the scholarship based on her outstanding academic achievement, community service; and commitment to teaching young children.

A young woman with a strong desire to teach young students, Melissa understands that children deserve enthusiasm, encouragement and to be seen and understood as unique individuals.

The Karen Thomas McCaslin scholarship is presented in memory of a fellow teacher and member of the Rockingham County Reading Association, who was also a graduate of Morehead High School and taught 1st grade at LeaksvilleSpray Elementary School. The RCRA along with the community raised funds for the scholarship.

Karen’s husband, James McCaslin provided a match for the funds raised. Karen had a tremendous love of teaching and for the children that she taught.

Her gentle, caring manner helped us remember that you can never be too kind to others. As the recipient of this scholarship, Melissa will carry that same love and kindness into the classrooms in the future. For more information about Rockingham County Reading Association, contact Val Pyrtle, RCRA President at 5739278 or Sandy Morrison, RCRA Community Outreach Chairperson at 623-4207.

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Get involved in activities at the Senior Center. Activities include: Rook, Friends Club, Knit & Crochet Classes, Paint Classes, Craft Classes and Sit & Sew. Call 627-4711 for details.

• Line Dance Classes (just for fun) Mondays at 10:15 am.

• Legal Aid will be August 12th call 1-800-951-2257 • Walking Group from 8:00-8:30 on the Senior Center Track.

• Come Exercise with us on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30-9:00. Sit down or stand up class using resistance bands, balls and hand held weights.

• Rook or Hand and Foot card games – Anyone interested in playing the card game Hand and Foot please show up at the Garden of Eden Senior Center at 1:00 pm on Wednesdays.

• Bingo Bash at 9:00 August 16th at the Garden of Eden Senior Center.

• Computer classes are offered free to seniors 65 years & older.

Under 65 must pay fees. Seniors are welcome to come use our computers during times we do not have classes.

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County Star Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued From Page 14 The following totals for each high school include academic, athletic, military, merit-based and local scholarship offers: McMichael High - $3,531,558 (graduating 211 seniors) Morehead High - $3,303,648 (graduating 192 seniors) Reidsville High - $4,667,306 (graduating 208 seniors) Rockingham County High - $5,816,507 (graduating 258 seniors) RCS grand total - $17,319,019 Dr. Rodney Shotwell, superintendent of RCS states, "We are pleased that our high school seniors' achievements have been recognized through the offering of more than $17 million in scholarships from institutions of higher education and the military. Especially, we are grateful for the support of our community, our businesses, industrial and civic groups working to contribute scholarships for our youth. The scope of these awards reflects the capability of our students in competing academically with seniors across the country."

Thanks to the diligent work of our high school counselors and the Carolina Advising Corp Advisors, this total is up 44% from last year's sum of $12 million. “Their combined efforts have greatly enhanced our ability to help our students find their way and fund college.”

B OARDWINE R ECEIVES AW A R D F R O M D A R Jasmine Boardwine recently received the Daughters of the American Revolution "Good Citizenship Award." This was presented to her by the Patrick Henry Chapter D.A.R. on May 28, 2010. She also has been recognized as a honor student by the U.S. Achievement Boardwine Academy for the 2009-2010 school year.

While a student at Laurel Park Middle School, Jasmine was a member of the FFA, Student Council Assoc. and the Jr. Beta Club. She will be a freshman at Magna Vista High School in the fall.

She is the daughter of Roy and Janet Boardwine and the granddaughter of Herman and Dorothy Thacker, all of Ridgeway. She has several friends and relatives in the Eden area.

M O O R E C ELEBRATES 1/2 CE N T U RY IN R ADIO Congratulations Mike Moore!

Rockingham County Radio personality Mike Moore is celebrating 50 years in radio.

A North Carolina native, he had just turned 13 in July 1960 when he began a half-hour 'top tunes' show on Saturday night at WSAT in Salisbury. He moved to Rockingham County in 1972 as News Director of WLOE in Eden. Mike and his wife Annette operate WLOE and WMYN in Mayodan, the area's only full service radio stations. The Moore's host a popular '9:00 Information Hour' weekday mornings. All local programming is streamed live daily at www.RockinghamCountyRadio.com.

Mike will be honored at the August 17, 2010 Eden City Council meeting for crossing this milestone in radio broadcasting and for his extensive service to our community. WLOE/WMYN is the home to daily Community Accents programming in which local individuals and non-profit groups can publicize their activities and events.

Morehead Memorial Hospital does its “House Call” radio program every second and fourth Wednesday. Listeners can also learn about interesting happenings during the 11:30-noon “Let’s Talk” segment daily. Mike is the Master of Ceremonies for the annual RiverFest in the Olde Leaksville Shopping District and helps crown ‘Little Miss Riverfest” each year.

“Mike is as strong an advocate for Rockingham County as we have ever seen,” stated Mike Dougherty, Director of Economic Development for the City of Eden. “He always gives back to the community so much more than he receives. We encourage all of his friends to join us on August 17th to celebrate his 50 years in radio.”

Please congratulate Mike when you see him.

E D E N W O M A N R ECEIVES U P TO 23 Y E A R S F O R D R U G TRAFFICKING WENTWORTH - Elwanda Captola Chester, 23, of Eden, pled guilty to two counts of Trafficking more than 28 grams of Opium yesterday in prison, and entered a fine against her in the amount of $500,000.00.

Shortly after midnight on April 21, 2009, officers with the Eden Police Department stopped a vehicle in which Elwanda Chester was

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K EYS RETIRING A S PRESIDENT O F RCC WENTWORTH – On July 13, at community colleges in at the Rockingham Community Maryland and Arkansas before College Board of Trustees meet- obtaining the presidency of John ing, RCC President Dr. Robert Wood Community College in Keys announced his retirement Quincy, Ill. in 1988. Eight years plans effective Jan. 1, 2011. It later, in 1996, Keys came to was his birthday.

North Carolina to accept Keys turned 68. the presidency at RCC. “Although retire“It’s been a privilege not ment is attractive, it’s only to be active in the very difficult to leave community and serve as a college and a job president of the college,” that you love,” said said Keys, “but also to Keys.

“It’s nice, serve this past year as however, to be able president of the North to go out when the Carolina Association of college is on top.

Community College Dr. Keys I’ve had the opportuPresidents. It has been nity to work with the an honor to work with the best people, in the state board and with legbest community, and in the best islators on key issues. While this community college in the state. I has been gratifying and rewardcouldn’t have asked for a better ing to me, I hope, more imporfinale.” tantly, that it has been beneficial That finale includes the college to RCC and the community colreceiving the highest distinction lege system.” awarded to a community college Although Keys has family farmby the North Carolina ing interests in his home state of Community College System. Indiana, he plans to retire and Based on the NCCCS 2010 stay in North Carolina.

Critical Success Factors report, “I feel a strong commitment to RCC earned the “Exceptional the county, its people, and to the Institution Performance” distinc- college,” he said. “I hope that tion, one of only 11 in the state to after 14 years, I’m leaving the earn the honor. college better than I found it.

Keys has dedicated 46 years to This is in no way detrimental to public education, starting in 1964 the leadership of the two former as a high school physics and presidents; it is what every presimathematics teacher in New dent hopes to do – to add value to Castle, Ind. Three years later he the institution he serves. The took an academic counselor posi- support of the board and its memtion at an off-campus center of bers over the years has been Indiana University. Keys played instrumental in the many suca significant role in developing cesses the college has achieved this two-year center into Indiana during this time.”

University East, one of eight Keys said that as president of the campuses of Indiana University. college, he has been gratified in That experience sealed the direc- the way that he has helped stution for the rest of his career. dents better themselves.

“I realized my role was going to “That’s where I’ve received the be in community colleges, not greatest intrinsic rewards,” he universities,” he said. said. “It is why I chose this pro“Community colleges are much fession.” more responsive and vibrant in After retiring, Keys plans to meeting the needs of people.” spend more time with family, By then, Keys had already earned both in North Carolina and his master’s degree in physics Indiana. He intends to relax - flyfrom Ball State University. With ing his airplane, golfing, singing this new direction in mind, he and performing, and enjoying enrolled in Arizona State woodworking projects. He feels University and in 1976, complet- he will continue to be involved ed his Ph.D. in higher education with community colleges, either administration with a concentra- as a consultant, assisting boards tion in community college lead- with presidential searches, or ership. This was followed with conducting special research provarious administrative positions jects.

Scout Troop 553, led by Scout Leader Jim Downs, along with the American Legion Post 254 of Eden recently worked in the hot sun to clear an old cemetery on Church Street. With the help of Tim Hale, owner of Piedmont Rental Center of Eden, his son Austin and the Eden Preservation Society, the job was finished and the graveyard is now cleared in in pristine condition.

Photo to Left Tim Hale and son Austin with Scout Master Ronnie Clark. In photo at right: James Downs Sr., Scoutmaster, Curtis Pierce, Richard Puczylowski, Thomas Allen, all of the American Legion, as well as Chris Clark, Mr. Clark and Eagle Scout Colin Clark.

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It’s an exciting time. Have you done all you can to prepare your child?

Be sure to add this health checklist to your back-to-school to-do list.

Get to the point. Ask your child’s pediatrician which shots your child needs before starting school.

Or go to the website of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) (www.aap.org) to find an up-to-date list of the vaccinations recommended at different ages. Know that legal requirements vary from state to state.

Back off. Ever seen kids saddled with backpacks so full that they look like the Hunchback of Notre Dame? Not funny. Heavy backpacks can cause neck, shoulder, and back pain – and possibly longer-term problems. Make sure your child’s backpack doesn’t weigh more than 20 percent of his or her body weight.

To ease your child’s load, look for lightweight or rolling backpacks with wide, padded shoulder straps, padded backs, and waist straps for added support.

Learn to share (information). Make sure to provide the school with an up-to-date list of contacts.

List people in the order they should be called, such as mother, father, aunt, and friend.

Include your child’s doctor and dentist, too.

Give a list of any medications your child takes to the school nurse or secretary.

Supply medication your child needs at school in a clearly marked pharmacy bottle.

Provide instructions on how to take it and what to do in an emergency.

Does your child have asthma? Share your child’s asthma action plan with your child’s teachers and coaches, as well as the school nurse and front office administrators.

This action plan includes details about symptoms, medications, any limitations on activities, and what to do if prescribed medication doesn’t work.

If you suspect your child might have a learning disability, discuss this with your child’s teacher as soon as possible. Testing can confirm this and identify any steps you and the school can take to help your child succeed in school.

Listen up and watch out. Have you noticed your child pressing a book close to his/her face or turning up the volume when watching television? If you suspect a problem, talk with your pediatrician right away.

Luckily, some states also include hearing and vision testing as part of preschool and elementary school screening. Without a test, you can’t always tell if your child is having trouble. Some children even try to fake out their parents! As you know, hearing or vision loss can lead to big challenges learning in school, so uncovering these problems is important. If your child needs glasses and plays sports, go for polycarbonate sports frames and lenses.

Fuel ‘em up. Food and rest are essential for a productive day at school. Help your child make the transition to school by gradually easing into an earlier bedtime. Then make sure your child is getting at least eight to 10 hours of sleep a day. Make breakfast a habit – kids who eat breakfast stay more alert in class.

Help your child take a “chill pill.” Do you have a child who is anxious in new situations? Who dreads the first day of school? You can help. Have your child meet the teacher and visit the classroom before school starts. Talk through what to expect. Have everything ready to go the night before school starts. Rushing around on the first day of school is a recipe for disaster.

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They are as yet unidentified. If you think you know the location or who is in the photo please contact: edenhistoricalmuseum@yahoo.com.

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Grants Awarded to Museum The museum has jut been awarded grants from Eden Tourism Development and the Rockingham County Tourism Development Authority. These funds will be used to have rack cards printed for the museum.

These cards will be placed in welcome centers, hotels/motels, tourist attractions, retail stores

and historic sites.

We are very appreciative of their support!

And be sure to check Eden’s Own Journal for Unidentified Photos from the Harold Francis Photography Collection.

Some of our most recent donations for display include: -A sterling silver platter presented to Gov. Luther Hodges by Marshall Field Co. for his many years of service from 1919-1950.

Donated by Luther Hodges, Jr.

-A beautiful brown silk wedding dress from 1862 was donated by Mary Chan Lovell.

-A WWII Navy Uniform that belonged to O’Neil Bradford was donated by Anne Bradford.

We are currently seeking donations of artifacts for our next permanent exhibits, and we need local items from pre-1940 relating to: WWI, the Great Depression, Charlie Poole and old time music, and the mills. We are also looking for local items from the Korean War, the Vietnam War and Draper’s history.

Upcoming Washington Street Event include: The Eden Cruise’s - 2nd Sat. in May-Oct. 4-8 pm Bringing the Beach Downtown - Fri., July 30, 5-8 pm Volunteer opportunities Can you spare a few hours a month to volunteer at the museum greeting patron? Call our volunteer Coordinator: Deetra Thompson, at 635-1231. Also, we are also seeking other types of volunteer help, such as: carpentry and odd-jobs, fundraising, marketing, grant-writing, monthly housekeeping, cataloging artifacts, organizing photographs, etc.

What skills do you have that we can benefit from?

We;d love to have youth help!

Spray Cemetery Cleaned Colin Clark has been given an honorary Student Membership to EPS for heading up the Spray Cemetery cleanup for his Eagle Scout project. So far, over 40 hours of work have been completed by EPS, the Boy Scouts and the American Legion on this cemetery cleanup. Piedmont Rentals provided tools free of charge for the last cleanup day.

There is more work to be done, but August 1st is the deadline for his Eagle Scout project. If you can help, contact David Clay at: 427-5711.

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You cna be a part of the discussions and plans for the Governor Morehead Park and Morehead Mill Wall, the Superintendent’s House on Carroll Street, the Eden Historical Museum, and upcoming events.

The meetings are held on the fourth Monday of the month at 7:00 pm at the Eden Historical Museum, 656 Washington Street.

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A DOPTION - CONTINUED F R O M PA G E 1 are getting organized, sorting clothes and making extra room in closets to accommodate items that will be needed soon (double stroller, infant toys, etc.). We are also carefully budgeting our finances in order to pay for the adoption - and be able to provide for the children when they arrive home.

Although Romanian is primarily spoken in Moldova the Griffins said, “We don't anticipate this being a major issue due to their young ages, but realize the adjustment to hearing only English will be yet another change for them as we acclimate them into our culture.”

As the children will not be school age, there will be no need for special needs services.

However, Amy teaches a kindergarten inclusion class and is very familiar with school system programs - which are able to target speech concerns, language issues, and learning needs.

The Both Hands Project is based on James 1: 27 “Religion that our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress” If you have ever sponsored someone in a walk-a-thon, or golfing event, this is the same concept. Instead of walking or golfing, a group of us are getting sponsors for volunteer hours worked to help a local widow fix up her home and yard. The money raised will help with the adoption fees and travel cost for the Griffin family. Additionally, Osborne Baptist Church in Eden, NC is offering an $8,000 Matching Grant to the Griffin’s through Life Song for Orphans which administers the church’s adoption fund.

Donations can be made online at: www.lifesongfororphans.org/bhProj.html Griffin Family #1256 Or LifeSong for Orphans Griffin Family Adoption #1256 PO Box 40/202 N Ford St. Gridley, IL 61744 Did you know that if just 7% of the world’s 2 billion Christians were to care for just 1 boy or girl ALL 143 million orphans would have their needs met? Please help get the word out about this wonderfully inspiring story! http://www.lifesongfororphans.org/i mages/downloads/bh/Griffin.pdf www.lifesongfororphans.org/bhProj. html

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The Federal Adoption Tax Credit has been extended for one more year, has increased. There is also a state tax credit with the NC Tax Credit half of the amount of the Federal.

The Adoption Tax Credit has been extended another year, and starting this year, it has increased to $13,170.

So if you adopt this year or next, you can receive not only a tax credit of $13,170 but for the first time, the tax credit is refundable. Except for the increase in the amount of credit you receive and the fact that the tax credit is refundable, the previous rules remain essentially the same.

What this means to you, the adoptive families: The adoption tax credit will not sunset on December 31, 2010, it has been extended to December 31, 2011.

You may apply up to $13,170 of your

adoption expenses toward your federal taxes when you file your 2010 or 2011 taxes, depending up the year that your adoption was finalized.

If you do not receive the full $13,170 in tax credit, you may be getting money back from the IRS for your adoption expenses. Yes, money back.

If your tax liability for the year of your adoption is less than the amount of credit you are applying for, the IRS will refund the portion of the unused credit. This means you could receive some or all of the balance as a refund on your federal taxes. The Earned Income Credit is an example of another refundable tax credit.

What if I adopt 2 children? Do I get double the tax credit/refund?

If you adopt two children, you could have a tax credit up to $26, 340 if your total expenses came to $26,340 or more. It is important to note that if your income is too high, you could be phased out of the tax credit. However if your income is low enough, and you paid $26,340 or more in adoption related expenses, you could get a tax credit and a refund. If you adopt three children, the credit/refund could be as high as $39.510, as long as your adoption-related expenses are that high.

This means that if you adopted two children and the adoption fees and expenses came to $30,000, and your federal tax liability was $7,000, you would receive the $7,000 as a credit against your liability; in addition, you could receive the remaining $19,340 back in a refund from the IRS even though you did not pay that in taxes.

What if my employer provides adoption benefits?

If your employer provides adoption assistance, you can receive up to $13,170 in tax-free income. Also, your employee can reduce your salary to pay the adoption benefit so that you can receive tax-free income.

This is even more attractive this year because, for the first time, you do not have to pay a lot in taxes to really see the benefit of the credit because you would get a refund for what you do not get in credit.

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JT Olson (Founder of the Both Hands project) Executive Director - Both Hands Foundation 615 969-7565- cell jt@bothhandsfoundation.org www.bothhandsfoundation.org Christi Ucherek (Administers the Adoption fund for Osborne Baptist Church) Lifesong for Orphans ph: 309.747.3558 fax: 309.747.4647 christi@lifesongfororphans.org www.lifesongfororphans.org Lifesong Reflections Blog | lifesong.squarespace.com

FIRE A UXILIARY N A M E S LITTLE M ISS & MR . ED E N FIREFIGHTERS The Eden Fire Department Auxiliary recently hosted an event to give recognition to the children and grandchildren of active Eden Firefighters. Any child or grandchild of an active member of The Eden Fire Department was eligible to participate. A party was given by the auxiliary at the Eden Room to recognize the contestants and to award certificates of participation and other gifts of appreciation to each child that entered the contest.

The children helped raise money to purchase water and gatorade for use by the firefighters while on training and structure fire calls. This was a very special event, considering that these children already give up a lot of their time from their parent or grandparent. Many meals and family activities are interrupted or post-poned while our firefighters to respond to emergency calls. These children truly are

growing up with an understanding of what it means to help your neighbor.

The Little Miss & Mr. and Junior Miss & Mr. Eden Firefighter 2010 contestants were: Little Miss Category: Kathryn Hutchens, Cindy Hutchens, Heaven Hammons, and Madison Moore. Madison Moore was crowned as Little Miss Eden Firefighter 2010. In the Junior Category, contestants were: Junior Miss - Chyenne

Boyd, Emalee Dunn, and McKinnly Gourley. McKinnly Gourley was crowned as Junior Miss Eden Firefighter 2010. In the Junior Mr. Category the contestant was Jessie Boyd, who was awarded Mr. Junior Eden Firefighter 2010. We, the members of The Eden Fire Department Auxiliary, would like to thank each of our participants, as well as the parents and sponsors. In our book, they are all winners.

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M O R E H E A D H OSPITA L A W A R D E D 3-YE A R A CCREDITATION F R O M TH E JOINT C OMMISSION By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission's national standards for health care quality and safety, Morehead Memorial Hospital has earned The Joint Commission's three-year Gold Seal of Approval™.

Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to continuously improving the safety and quality of the nation's health care through voluntary accreditation. The Joint Commission's unannounced onsite survey of Morehead Memorial Hospital occurred in February.

Accreditation is voluntary and facilities that participate in the accreditation process can be surveyed at any time within a time period that does not exceed three years.

“We participate in the accreditation process for our organization to demonstrate our commitment to patients’ safety and quality care,” said hospital President and CEO W. Carl Martin. “We view obtaining Joint Commission accreditation as another step toward achieving excellence.”

He called the accreditation, “proof of an organizationwide commitment to provide quality care on an ongoing basis.

Meeting the standards and achieving excellence is a continuous process. No matter how well we do today, we continue to strive to do better tomorrow.”

R O C K I N G H A M C O U N T Y CSI In July Mike James, director of Rockingham County’s Forensic Gang Prevention Bureau invited the upblic to see the new agency’s office on Stadium Drive in Eden, and take a look at some of their state-ofthe-art equipment.

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“The surveyors were very complimentary of the quality of care demonstrated at Morehead Memorial Hospital, and I commend the hospital staff, the medical staff and trustees for doing an outstanding job in responding to the surveyors’ questions and requests,” Mr. Martin added.

National standards established by The Joint Commission are intended to stimulate continuous, systematic and organization-wide improvement in an organization's performance and the outcomes of care.

“Above all, the national standards are intended to stimulate continuous, systematic and

organization-wide improvement in an organization’s performance and the outcomes of care,” says Mark Pelletier, R.N., M.S., executive director, Hospital Programs, Accreditation and Certification Services, The Joint Commission. “The community should be proud that Morehead Memorial Hospital is focusing on the most challenging goal -- to continuously raise quality and safety to higher levels.”

The Joint Commission evaluates and accredits more than 17,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States, including more than 9,500 hospitals and home care organizations, and more than 6,300 other health care organizations that provide long term care, behavioral health care, laboratory and ambulatory care services.

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officials were welcomed and given tours of the facility, as well as told of the duties they perform in helping law enforcement gather evidence in order to solve crimes.

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though he had already been out since the early hours of the morning working on two armed robberies that were 10 minutes apart and a break-in in Reidsville. Then again on a scene where the suspected armed robber’s car ran out of gas and he fled on foot.

The unit is on call 24 hours a day, simply because crime doesn’t punch a time clock.

They can be called out at any time and really don’t know how long each call can take.

Forensic agent William Baggerly and administrative assistant Bisceglari Wilson rounds up the four person staff at the Forensic/Gang Prevention Bureau which was formed in 2009 after the approval of a twoyear $500,000 grant from the Governor’s Crime Commission requested by District Attorney Phil Berger Jr. Two crime scene vans loaded with investigative equipment to collect fingerprints and DNA samples. They also carry casting materials for shoe and tire prints, photography and chemical

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The project provides county-wide forensic services to all law enforcement in the county.

The City of Eden has it’s own investigative / forensic unit, yet at busy times will need to call in their unit to fill in the gaps.

The Gang Prevention part of the Bureau will be fully put into effect by the fall if all goes as planned. This will involve working with probation / parol offices by using plans structured similar to other local county’s departments on gang prevention.

The plan is to bring have youth offenders face members of law enforcement, community leaders, relatives and friends in a group setting in order to show the youth the penalties they could face if they continue in the gang setting as well as the effect they are having on their loved ones and the community, and offer help through various programs providing education, support, counseling in order to make better choices for their lives.

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County Star Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 16 a passenger. There was an outstanding warrant for her.

Chester began moving frantically as officers stopped the vehicle. During a search incident to arrest, officers found a baggie containing 100 hydrocodone pills in the defendant’s pocketbook. Chester gave a statement to police and admitted she was going to sell pills. SBI lab analysis revealed the pills contained more than 81 grams of dihyrocodeinone.

$75,000 GR A N T H ELPS LO C A L B USINESS WENTWORTH The Rockingham County Business & Technology Center today announces it has received a $75,000 grant from the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation to support its general operations.

With these funds, the Center will continue to help local entrepreneurs learn how to plan, start and grow businesses, while also supporting its renewable energy, broadband and local food projects aimed at helping transition Rockingham County’s economy.

To foster local business success, the Business & Technology Center provides reliable information and effective services to its clients regardless of the business type or phase of development.

Businesses served by the Center fall in a wide range of sectors including commercial construction, light industrial, renewable energy, catering, farming, retail and more. While each business is different, sound business principles and effective use of technology cut across them all.

The counseling, training and support services provided by the Business & Technology Center cover a variety of areas including business plan preparation, budget development, marketing strategy, financial analysis and e-commerce. In addition, staff has developed economic development projects that aim to push broadband into rural areas not already served, utilize trash as a renewable energy source and help farmers develop markets for high value food to help replace tobacco income.

“This is the third investment the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation has made in the Rockingham County Business & Technology Center since 2007, with total investment now equaling $200,000. They see value in what we are doing because of the broad range of services we are providing and the innovative projects we are leading,” said Mark Wells, Executive Director at the RCBTC. “Without their support, we would not be able to offer the level of services Rockingham County businesses

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S H O E B O M B E R S ENTENCED -JU D G E A Remember the guy who got on a plane with a bomb built into his shoe and tried to light it?

Did you know his trial is over? Did you know he was sentenced? Did you see/hear any of the judge's comments on TV or Radio? Didn't think so.!!!

Everyone should hear what the judge was attributed as saying.

Ruling by Judge William Young, US District Court.

Prior to sentencing, the Judge asked the defendant if he had anything to say His response: After admitting his guilt to the court for the record, Reid also admitted his 'allegiance to Osama bin Laden, to Islam, and to the religion of Allah,' defiantly stating, 'I think I will not apologize for my actions,' and told the court 'I am at war with your country.'

Judge Young then delivered the statement quoted below: 'Mr. Richard C. Reid, hearken now to the sentence the Court imposes upon you.

On counts 1, 5 and 6 the Court sentences you to life in prison in the custody of the United States Attorney General.

On counts 2, 3, 4and 7, the Court sentences you to 20 years in prison on each count, the sentence on each count to run consecutively. On count 8 the Court sentences you to the mandatory 30 years again, to be served consecutively to the 80 years just imposed. The Court imposes upon you for each of the eight counts a fine of $250,000 that's an aggregate fine of $2 million.

The Court accepts the government's recommendation with respect to restitution and orders restitution in the amount of $298.17 to Andre Bousquet and $5,784 to American Airlines.

The Court imposes upon you an $800 special assessment. The Court imposes upon you five years supervised release simply because the law requires it. But the life sentences are real life sentences so I need go no further.

This is the sentence that is provided for by our statutes. It is a fair and just sentence. It is a righteous sentence.

Now, let me explain this to you. We are not afraid of you or any of your terrorist co-conspirators, Mr. Reid.

We are Americans.

We have been through the fire before. There is too much war talk here and I say that to everyone with the utmost respect. Here in this court, we deal with individuals as individu-

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als and care for individuals as individuals. As human beings, we reach out for justice.

You are not an enemy combatant. You are a terrorist. You are not a soldier in any war. You are a terrorist. To give you that reference, to call you a soldier, gives you far too much stature.

Whether the officers of government do it or your attorney does it, or if you think you are a soldier, you are not – you are a terrorist. And we do not negotiate with terrorists. We do not meet with terrorists. We do not sign documents with terrorists. We hunt them down one by one and bring them to justice.

So war talk is way out of line in this court You are a big fellow.

But you are not that big. You're no warrior. I've known warriors.

You are a terrorist. A species of criminal that is guilty of multiple attempted murders. In a very real sense, State Trooper Santiago had it right when you first were taken off that plane and into custody and you wondered where the press and the TV crews were, and he said: 'You're no big deal.'

You are no big deal.

What your able counsel and what the equally able United States attorneys have grappled with and what I have as honestly as I know how tried to grapple with, is why you did something so horrific. What was it that led you here to this courtroom today?

I have listened respectfully to what you have to say. And I ask you to search your heart and ask yourself what sort of unfathomable hate led you to do what you are guilty and admit you are guilty of doing? And, I have an answer for you. It may not satisfy you, but as I search this entire record, it comes as close to understanding as I know.

It seems to me you hate the one thing that to us is most precious. You hate our freedom. Our individual freedom. Our individual freedom to live as we choose, to come and go as we choose, to believe or not believe as we individually choose. Here, in this society, the very wind carries freedom. It carries it everywhere from sea to shining sea. It is because we prize individual freedom so much that you are here in this beautiful courtroom, so that everyone can see, truly see, that justice is administered fairly, individually, and discretely. It is for freedom's sake that your lawyers are striving so vigorously on your behalf, have filed appeals, will go on in their repre-

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sentation of you before other judges.

We Americans are all about freedom. Because we all know that the way we treat you, Mr. Reid, is the measure of our own liberties.

Make no mistake though. It is yet true that we will bear any burden; pay any price, to preserve our freedoms. Look around this courtroom. Mark it well. The world is not going to long remember what you or I say here. The day after tomorrow, it will be forgotten, but this, however, will long endure.

Here in this courtroom and courtrooms all across America , the American people will gather to see that justice, individual justice, justice, not war, individual justice is in fact being done. The very President of the United States through his officers will have to come into courtrooms andlay out evidence on which specific matters can be judged and juries of citizens will gather to sit and judge that evidence democratically, to mold and shape and refine our sense of justice.

See that flag, Mr. Reid?

That's the flag of the United States of America. That flag will fly there long after this is all forgotten. That flagstands for freedom. And it always will.

Mr. Custody Officer. Stand him down.

So, how much of this Judge's comments did we hear on our TV sets? We need more judges like Judge Young. Pass this around.

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C ADETS G R A D U ATE F R O M LEADERSHIP C HALLENGE C A M P 19 cadets from the Morehead High School Army JROTC Program graduated from Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge Camp at Oak Ridge Military Academy on 27 June 10. They reported in on 22 June 10 with 150 other cadets from all over the state of North Carolina, living on the campus and participating daily in the following events: Physical Fitness Rappelling

Obstacle Course Drownproofing and swimming Land Navigation Air Rifle Marksmanship Drill and Ceremony Sports Day Each cadet was evaluated in a leadership position by the instructors. All of the cadets received above average ratings and in most cases a superior rating on their leadership evaluations.The following cadets received awards at graduation:

Congratulations Meredith Lynn Greeson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Wake Forest University on May 17, 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a concentration in Biochemistry and a minor in Biology. She was a member of Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Health Professions honor Society, Mortar Board national College Senior Honor Society, Eta Sigma Phi National Classics Honor Society, and served as a Graduation Marshal during her sophomore and junior years. She was a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority and Marching and Pep Bands, Student Orientation Advisor, and Organic Chemistry Teaching Assistant. She is now attending the University of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Dentistry. Meredith is the daughter of Tim and Sandra Greeson and the granddaughter of Harold Martin and the late Betty Carol Martin, and J.L. and Betty Greeson. Meredith attends Trinity Wesleyan Church in Eden.

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Continued from page 1 Some people have been led to believe the Hospice is a cancer organization. HRC is more concerned with the time a patient has left than their diagnosis, caring for those with a lifelimiting illness of any kind, a prognosis of six months or less to live as certified by their physician, and who are no longer are seeking aggressive, curative treatment for their disease. A patient or their family does not have to wait for the a referral to hospice; they themselves can make the initial contact and HRC will contact their physician to verify the criteria needed.

The services offered by HRC are provided by Medicare certified, NC State licensed health care providers who are specially trained to deliver the best of hospice services. These services can be delivered in the patients’ homes, assisted-living facilities, long-term care facilities, and in the Hospice Home located at 2150 Highway 65, Wentworth.

There are Chaplain and volunteer services available for home care as well as the Hospice Home patients.

The medical care is directed by the patient’s own physician with routine home visits when necessary by an RN, oncall nursing services 24/7 as well as Hospice aide services. All HRC’s programs are offered regardless of a person’s age, race, creed, religious preference or ability to pay.

Hospice can help when others can’t by supporting life, helping persons with life-limiting illnesses live as comfortably and fully as possible, while at the same time recognizing dying as a normal process and attempting to neither hasten nor postpone death. But the care doesn’t stop there either. HRC provides bereavement care for those left behind for up to thirteen months after the patient’s death.

Hospice services are reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid, and some private insurance. However, Hospice of Rockingham County care is available regardless of insurance coverage. Donations and memorials help offset the cost of uninsured patient care.

Regardless of insurance coverage or financial status, Hospice of

Rockingham County will provide services on the same basis thanks to charitable donations from the community as well as annual fundraising events such as golf tournaments, benefit walks, and fund drives. No one has ever been turned away because they can’t pay.

While many choose to be cared for in their homes or a nursing facility, some choose to have the full time care at HRC’s residential and inpatient Hospice Home located at 2150 Highway 65, Wentworth. This facility is especially good for those with inadequate caregiver situations.

This special facility has eight-beds located on a picturesque hill of land in the middle of Rockingham County. The facility offers 5 beds for residential (for patients most likely in their last six to eight weeks of life with inadequate caregiver situations) and three beds for inpatient care (for patients needing pain control and symptom management. Patients are asked to pay what they can afford based on a sliding fee scale, but no one will be turned away based on inability to pay. All rooms are large beautiful private rooms with private baths, oversized armchair with pull-out bed, television and DVD player, mall refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker.

The staff provides three meals a day and snacks are available upon request. Meals from the patients family are also welcome and can be chilled or reheated in the family kitchen area.

There is a meditation room/chapel provided as well as a spa room that includes a shower trolley as well as a beauty station. They offer assistance with legal concerns, emotional support for the family, referrals to community agencies and resources, and continued support in case of hospitalization or skilled nursing home placement.

HRC shows they care about the entire community, not just those who use their main services, by offering bereavement services to the community at large, regardless of any prior affiliation with them. All bereavement services are offered at no charge to the participants.

For additional information about hospice care in general and Hospice of Rockingham County specifically, please visit the website at www.hospiceofrockinghamcounty.com or you may call the office at 336-4279022.

If you are interested in being a volunteer HRC has many ways to utilize volunteers, and have patient-care and non-patient care volunteer opportunities.

Please call the Hospice office and ask to speak to the Volunteer Services Manager.

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County Star Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 20 need to help them through the existing economic transition from tobacco and textiles, coupled with the Great Recession,” added Wells.

About the Rockingham County Business & Technology Center: The RCBTC is an e-NC Authority Business and Technology Center designed to create an entrepreneurfriendly, technology-enabled environment in Rockingham County.

The Center helps entrepreneurs learn how to plan, start and grow businesses, while making sure they understand how to use technology to be competitive in today's global marketplace. For more information call (336) 342-7853 or visit their web site at www.rockinghambusiness.org.

About the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation: With offices in Winston-Salem, the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation is one of North Carolina's largest and most influential private foundations. The Foundation is funded by two trusts, with assets of more than $470 million. It was established in 1936 as a memorial to the youngest child of R.J. Reynolds and Katharine Smith Reynolds. During its history, it has made grants of more than $400 million to projects in all 100 counties. Although it makes grants to a wide range of projects, it now gives special attention to five focus areas - community economic development, the environment, democracy and civic engagement, pre-collegiate education, and social justice and equity.

For more information, please visit www.zsr.org.

M EEKS AW ARDED NC LA N G U A G E INITIATIVE Y O U T H S CHOLARSHIP – Samuel Meeks, a recent graduate of North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics and resident of Madison, North Carolina, has been awarded one of 650 National Security Language Initiative for Youth Scholarships (NSLI-Y) for 2010/2011. NSLI-Y, funded by the U.S. Department of State, is administered by a consortium of non-profit organizations led

by American Councils for International Education and including AFS-USA, iEARNUSA and Concordia Language Villages.

The meritb a s e d scholarship covers all prog r a m costs for particip a n t s including Meeks domestic and international travel; tuition and related academic preparation, support and testing for language study; educational and cultural activities focused on language learning; orientations; applicable visa fees; three basic meals per day; and accommo-

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TH O R N TO N C ELEBRATES County Star 100 Y EARS O F LIFE The ROCKINGHAM

Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 22 dations, preferably in a host family. The NSLI-Y scholarship enables Samuel to study Chinese in China for the summer.

Launched as part of a U.S. Government initiative in 2006, NSLI-Y seeks to increase Americans’ capacity to engage with native speakers of critical languages by providing formal and informal language learning and practice and by promoting mutual understanding through educational and cultural activities. NSLI-Y offers overseas study opportunities for summer, semester and academic year language learning in Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Korean, Persian (Farsi), Russian and Turkish. NSLI-Y scholars are between 15- and 18-years old.

Through his participation in the program, Samuel will be in the vanguard of international communication and will develop the skills necessary to be a leader in the global community.

Applications for 2011/2012 NSLI-Y programs will be available at www.nsliforyouth.org in the early fall.

A TTEMPTS TO Q UESTION E N D IN S UICIDE On July 13th, at 11:19 a.m. investigators with the Sheriff’s Office and Eden Police went to 134 Avery Drive in Eden. The investigators were assisting H e n r y County S h e r i f f ’s Office Lewellyn with an ongoing investigation concerning a deceased young female believed to be the body of Pamela Marie Woods, 23, who was reported missing by her family on 7/5/2010. Her last known location was at the Fourth of July Fireworks show near Morehead High School in Eden on 7/4/2010.

Their intentions were to speak with Thomas Lee (aka: Cowboy) Lewellyn yet attempts to get Lewellyn to come to the door were not successful. They heard a loud gunshot come from inside the residence. Investigators called for law enforcement backup as they notified area residents to remove themselves from potential danger.

When needed assistance arrived, an entry to the mobile home was made and Lewellyn was found deceased as result of a self inflicted single gunshot wound.

Thomas Lee “Cowboy” Lewellyn, 55, of 134 Avery Drive, Eden NC

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100 years of selves, forcing memories are too them to grow up many to list in one sooner than they sitting, so I made wanted. sure we discussed Life was diffithe highlights of cult but she doesthe century that n’t complain. In Edna Campbell 1938, at age 28, Thornton of Eden Edna met a young remembers. man, Everette She came Wilson Thornton, from a large famiat a party “ We ly, with 10 children were standing out in all, 9 girls, one by the water boy. Some of her pump. He walked older siblings had me home,” she already grown up, recalls, and they moved into the hit it off. They Spray - Leaksville married soon after area, and acquired and moved jobs at the mills, by together near the ROCKINGHAM COUNTY 336-634-3252 the time her mom Rhode Island Mill DANVILLE 434-822-1444 and dad decided it where they both was time to follow took jobs in the their lead. mill.

Edna Campbell To Edna, born A son folThornton on July 15, 1910, lowed, Everett age 28 WE BUY the world was a “ W a y n e ” USED much different Thornton.

She place to live in. She recalls with worked in the mill until Wayne CARS! Andrew A. Powell clarity when the Campbell family contracted Rheumatic Fever at came to Spray (now Eden) from age 9. This caused him to be 336-623-7253 Stokes County in a covered bedridden and sick for almost a Mon. - Fri., 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. wagon with a cow tied behind it. year. At this time Edna had to 229 N. Bridge St. • Eden Her mom and dad, James Henry leave work to care for him.

(At Old Sealtest Drive In) Campbell and Betty Elizabeth She remembers that her hus50 CC - $899 With This Ad 50 CC Only $849 150 CC - $1,199 Campbell sitting up front, she band tried to join the service durand several siblings along for the ing the WWII, but had flat feet ride. and was turned down. Her Over 90 years ago, she still youngest sister Edith did serve as recalls the details that at 8 years a WAC. old her parents packed a proviAfter his recovery was comsions box, sitting on it in the cov- plete she returned to work for a ered buggy, and stopping along few years at Lucky Strike in the side of the road occasionally Reidsville to help pay the bills. to eat from the box on the way to After the couple retired they their new lives in our what was traveled for a while, and she still then the town of Spray. One of hasn’t slowed down much. She her favorite memories of the trip still likes to go new places and was when they rounded the curve visit people.

RENT-TO-OWN in Spray and all the lights were She has memories of times on in the mill windows. The chil- that most can only dream about Available Now!! dren thought it looked like now, during the depression she Christmas. remembers getting powdered The family came to the area milk at the Union Hall. for jobs. Three of Edna’s older With so many years under siblings had already settled here her belt, you would think she had and the family knew there were done it all. But each year on her jobs, so the decision to pull up birthday she tries to do somestakes and move here was one of thing new. Since she turned 90 necessity. she takes a ride on her grandsonEdna’s father began work at in-law’s Harley Davidson. This the then Marshall-Field year for the new experience she Company, the family moved into was treated to a pedicure, somea mill house that she recalls cost thing she has never had. She .50¢ per room per month (4 enjoyed the attention and hopes rooms). This included the coal to to think of something great to do heat the house, which was for the next birthday. dumped right into the yard.

When asked what she wants Edna didn’t get to go to for her next birthday she said, “I school very long, starting at age 9 just want to have good hearing in the 3rd grade, she was placed and sight back!” in a classroom that taught 3rd and 4th grades. She learned what she could in the limited time she had, and began working in the Lily Mill (Marshall-Field) at age 14.

Not too long after that her mom, Betty, died an early death 405 Sherwood Court, at 46 and only a few years later her dad followed due to an autoEden, NC mobile accident at age 59. This $117,900 left Edna and the other children to become parents to their younger siblings, the youngest a set of six year old twins. The young, inexperienced family cared the best they could physically and financially for them-

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Third Row L to R - Danny Fleck, Josh Cochran, Davis Burroughs, Blake Travis, Rocky Craig & Asst Coach: Greg Lunsford. Not Pictured: Julie Bailey, Tanya Coleman, Jeremy Pruitt, & Jason Pruitt

CONGRATULATIONS! Eden YMCA 8 & under Baseball Team tied for 3rd place in the Dixie Youth AA State Tournament held in Wiinabow, NC. We are now advancing to the Regional tournament which is the highest level in the 8 & under category of the Dixie Youth. Eden should be very proud of this outstanding accomplishment. The team played great ball with good sportsmanship. No team played with more heart than our boys.

Coaches: Chad Simpson, Todd Dodson, Dwayne Woods, Eric Tyson. Players : Front Row - Jaegar Nance, Taylor Roberts, Grey Martin, Lucas Sexton, Chandler Strader, Seth Corum. Back Row : Logan Dodson, Brayden Smart, Camden Woods, Kaamill Tyson, Blake Byrd, Logan Dalton

OSBORNE BAPTIST "A" TEAM - SEASON AND PLAYOFF CHAMPS Back row left to right. Ryan Cunningham, Josh Evans, Kevin Bedard, Shane Woodall, Pete Denny, Mark Garrett, TJ Easter. Front row left to right Brandon Fisher, Adam Gaspar, Brad Martin, Ryan Silvey. Not pictured - Chris Parker.

FREEDOM BAPTIST - MEN'S CHURCH "B" BRACKET PLAYOFF CHAMPS Bottom left to right:James Olivo, Dave Dubay, Cody Sutton, Benny Parrish, Keith Minter, Walter James. Top left to right: Christopher Edwards, Matt Watlington, Chase Strader, Jerry Strader, Brant Gordon, Brandon Strader, Lance Denny, Trey Denny, Ronnie Warner, Dillion Pinnix.

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SPORTS M O R E H E A D H IGH A W A R D E D H O M E S AVINGS B A N K C U P Morehead High School has been declared the winner in the competition among the four high schools in Rockingham County for the Home Savings Bank Cup for the 2009-10 school year. The award, which is an annual award, is sponsored by Home Savings Bank and the Rockingham County Schools.

The Home Savings Bank Cup is awarded annually to the high school in Rockingham County whose athletic teams have the highest Grade Point Average. This is the seventeenth year the Cup has been awarded. This is the thirteenth year Morehead High School has won the Home Savings Bank Cup and Reidsville High School has won the award four times. This year Morehead’s GPA was 3.19 followed by Rockingham County with a 3.08, then McMichael with a 3.04 and Reidsville with a 2.97.

Rockingham County School’s Scholar/Athlete Awards Program also recognizes athletes who excel in the classroom. The Athlete Award is in recognition of the highest achievement of a student-athlete on each varsity team in the four high schools. The first semester winners were announced previously. The second semester winners are:

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Back Row L to R - Coaches: Sammy Corum, Gary Sharpe, Tim Barker and B. J. Wray.

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Camp Director: Taylor Trantham is currently a program assistant in the Eden Family YMCA Youth Sports program.

He played four years on the MHS Soccer Team and was Most Valuable Player for his Junior and Senior years, and was AllConference his Senior year.

Eligibility: Boys and girls aged 6-14 are invited to attend. No previous experience in the sport is required. Campers will be grouped by ability to maximize their learning experience.

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The Scholar/Athlete Awards Program has also awarded certificates to athletes having a 3.5 Grade Point Average or higher and has awarded certificates to athletes who make the honor roll during a sports season.

The Awards Program presents the Team Academic Award that recognizes the team in each of the varsity sports with the highest Grade Point Average (GPA). The fall and winter award winners were previously awarded and the teams listed below have won the Team Academic Award for the spring sports season: BASEBALL – Reidsville High School GOLF – Morehead High School WOMEN’S SOCCER – McMichael High School SOFTBALL – Morehead High School MEN’S TRACK – Reidsville High School WOMEN’S TRACK – Rockingham Co. High MEN’S TENNIS – Morehead High School

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THE EDEN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT WILL BEGIN REGISTRATION FOR ITS YOUTH FOOTBALL, CHEERLEADING AND VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM JULY 15.

Football is open to ages 4-7 (flag), 8-9 (tackle) and 10-12 (tackle). Cheerleading is for ages 4-12 and volleyball is for girls aged 9 thru 15.

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R EIDSVILLE C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E 18T H A N N U A L G OLF TO U R M A N M E N T Reidsville Nissan will sponsor this year’s Annual Golf Tournament on August 11 at the Greensboro National Golf Course will be the site of this Captain’s Choice 18-hole tournament. The tournament is open to everyone and is a chance to network, meet other people from our business community, or to entertain your clients.

Registration will begin at 12 noon and a shotgun start will be at 12:45. There will be a Ping Pong Ball Drop ($5 for chance to win $1000) & Awards Dinner at 5:30pm.

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There will be awards for the First, Second and Third Place Teams as well as prizes for Closet to Pin and Hit the Keg. Each player will be given a gift bag and be eligible for door prizes.

Players can participate in the Mike Goodes Mulligan - extra $5 per person or $20/team Teams will be set by course pro. Requested foursomes will not be eligible for prizes You may register by calling the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce at 336-349-8481, Fax: 336-349-8495 or Email: info@reidsvillechamber.org

N.C. CO O P E R ATIVE E XTENSION PA RTNERS WITH 10% CA M PAIGN TO P R O M O T E L O C A L F O O D S Brenda Sutton, County Director with Rockingham County Cooperative Extension will be extension’s local foods coordinator, supporting the 10% Campaign. The campaign is an effort to encourage North Carolina consumers to spend 10 percent of their food dollars on foods from local sources.

Through the campaign website – www.nc10percent.com -consumers and business will pledge to spend 10 percent of their food dollars locally, purchasing products from area farmers and food producers.

Campaign participants will receive weekly email reminders to report how much money they spent on local food. The website will show consumers how their dollars spent on local foods grow.

North Carolinians spend about $35 billion a year on food.

If each person spent just 10 percent on food locally – roughly $1.05 per day – then approximately $3.5 billion would be available in the state’s economy.

The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) and Cooperative Extension are partners in the campaign. Extension, based at N.C. State and N.C. A&T State universities, serves all the state’s 100 counties and the Eastern Band of the Cherokee. CEFS is a partnership of N.C. State, N.C. A&T State and the N.C. Department of Agriculture & Consumer Sciences that provides research, outreach and education on sustainable education and promotes local food economies in North Carolina.

Cooperative Extension’s local foods coordinator will help The Eden Parks & Recreation is beginning a new program for the next month. A Youth Kickball program will begin practices on Mondays and Wednesdays at Freedom Park. The 8 & 9 age group will practice at 4 o’clock on Monday and Wednesday, the 10, 11 & 12 will practice at 5:00 P.M. and the 13 thru 18 will practice at 6:00 P.M. All players must fill out registration forms at the first practice.

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connect consumers and food producers and support local businesses and organizations who want to spend 10 percent of their food dollars locally. Local food coordinators will personally contact businesses and organizations that register through the website to help them develop a plan for purchasing local products.

In addition, the 10% Campaign website provides a “Find Local Foods” page with links to help consumers find local food and farm products in their own communities. A “Learn More” page includes links to information on a variety of partner organizations, such as Slow Food USA and Eat Smart, Move More NC. There are also links to educational information on topics ranging from how to set up a workplace community-supported agriculture program to how to cook seasonal, local products.

To find out what’s happening with local foods in your county, visit your Cooperative Extension website http://rockingham.ces.ncsu.edu/ A link to the Local Foods page can be found in the left hand column of your county center’s home page.

The Compass Group of Charlotte, the world’s largest food service provider, is leading the way in the campaign by pledging to purchase 10 percent of its food from local sources.

Compass Group is developing a parallel model farm-to-institution buying program and will purchase 10 percent of the produce it serves in its North Carolina accounts from local farmers in the state.

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From the Office of Representative Nelson Cole Coming into this session, I joined with others in the House to support four major priorities for our state and the people I represent. Those priorities were: getting North Carolinians and small businesses back to work; protecting our future by ensuring our children receive a quality education; making sure our state government lives within its means; and demanding a responsible government. We announced these priorities on the first day of session and during a short, efficient session – the shortest since 1996

– we made progress in all of these areas.

The following information highlights the results of our work.

Priority # 1 – Jobs: getting North Carolinians and small businesses back to work Our number one priority this session was to get North Carolinians back to work and support our small businesses, which is essential to help our in economic recovery. We agreed to: recruit jobs into the state and protect the ones we have; build a workforce to fit the needs of the

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21st Century; invest in existing job development funds for new and expanding businesses and assist small businesses in creating jobs. We did this in our budget (SB 897) with the following appropriations. _ $1 million – Small Business Assistance Fund _ $1 million – Tourism Mar _ $250,000 – Funds for Got to Be NC agricultural marketing campaign. _ $1.5 million – Provides funding for the Main Street Solutions Program and the creation of one two-year time limited position to administer the program. This program provides grants to active Main Street Communities and designated micropolitans with populations between 10,000 and 50,000 people. Grants are to be used to support downtown economic development, historic preservation initiatives, and other public and private improvement projects that will support small businesses and job creation. _ $12.5 million – Provides additional funding for the One NC Fund to enhance the competitive position of North Carolina when recruiting national and international business and industry projects. Three percent of these funds shall be used for small business expansion. _ $1.5 million – One NC Small Business Fund _ $750,000 – Provides funds for small business loans for those who have limited access to credit. _ $150,000 – In-Source NC Network _ $402,861 – Small Business Center Funding _ $34 million - Small Business Tax Relief _ $6 million – Appropriates funding for Job Maintenance and Capital Development Fund. _ Lower Sales Tax Compliance Burden on Small Retailers _ Relieve Annual Report Compliance Burden on Small Business _ Establish NC Mobility Fund to improve roads _$875,000 – Provides funding to attract businesses to locate operations in North Carolina and to increase the sale of North Carolina exports, including agricultural commodities. _ $1 million – Appropriates money for matching funds for US Department of Energy grants to support energy research and green jobs. _ $5 million – Provides additional funding for the Biotechnology Center. _ $5 million – Provides funds for the Biofuels Center. _ $5 million – Provides funding to support the seven Regional Economic Development Commissions. _ $1 million – Provides funding for the Rural Center to provide assistance to farmers via grants up to $20,000 in three areas: 1.

Improving energy efficiency on the farm; 2. Developing new markets; 3. Developing new products. _These bills also help support small business by offering targeted tax relief. continued on next page

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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 23

M AY O D A N C ELEBRATES H O M E C O M I N G FESTIVA L September 11th, Featuring shaggin with the Holiday Band

MAYODAN – August 1, 2010 - The Mayodan Preservation League and our extended family of sponsors are proud to continue the tradition of bringing to the community the Mayodan Homecoming festival. The 24th annual event is on tap for Saturday, September 11 in downtown Mayodan from 10am until 10pm.

Homecoming offers an opportunity for the community and beyond to come together for a day of fun to enjoy a wide variety of food, arts and crafts, kid’s activities, live entertainment, informational displays and more.

As a special addition to this year’s festival, the newly established Downtown Mayodan Merchants Association is sponsoring a CRUISE-IN from 11am to 4pm on Main Street between 3rd and 4th Avenues. All types of vehicles are welcome. Owners will receive a goody bag courtesy of downtown Mayodan merchants. There will also be door prizes and tickets available for a 50/50 drawing. For more information on the cruise-in, call 336-548-2273.

One of the highlights of Homecoming is the awesome array of live on-stage entertainers. Don’t miss a minute of the lineup beginning at 10:00am and continuing into the evening until 10:00pm.

Plenty of top notch entertainment for your listening pleasure is featured during the earlier hours of the festival. Opening ceremonies at 10am features the McMichael High School marching band and chorus, along with their ROTC unit presenting our nation’s colors. At 11:00am, the dance students of CC Dance Company take the spotlight. At press time, the afternoon portion of the entertainment lineup is yet to be announced and is coming soon.

On stage at 6pm is Mayodan’s own the Impacts, five seasoned musicians featuring your favorite rock and roll oldies and beach tunes of the 50s, 60s and 70s. The Impacts have been entertaining audiences since 2005 and are well known in Rockingham County and beyond from both private and public events. The instruments used are vintage style, much like what was used in the original recordings, giving an authentic sound. If you were around in the early days of rock and roll, the sounds of The Impacts will certainly bring back a lot of great memories. If you were not, you will see first hand the excitement of the great music of that era. Whether you like the British invasion, American pop, Motown or Carolina beach music, you will enjoy listening or dancing to the familiar tunes of the Impacts.

Homecoming’s grand finale welcomes back for a return engagement the HOLIDAY BAND with their entertaining beach and shaggin show at 8:00pm. One of the Southeast’s premier party and dance bands, THB has been performing for nearly 20 years. They are the 2009 Carolina Beach Music Group of the Year, as well as the co-winners (with the Band of Oz) of the Cammy Group of the Year. The group is known as being one of the most versatile bands around with a wide range of musical styles on their set list that includes classic rock, country, slow ballads, beach and southern soul, R&B dance, as well as original tunes of their own. Wear your shaggin shoes and dance the night away with the Holiday Band and your friends at the Homecoming street dance.

Lots of fun and excitement for all ages is offered at Homecoming throughout the entire day. As always, a variety of Homecoming vendors offer food including hot dogs, hamburgers, BBQ, fries, smoked sausages, fresh homemade baked goods, snow cones, funnel cakes, and more to tempt your taste buds. Many talented crafters will be on hand with a variety of hand-made accents for your home and wardrobe including candles, jewelry, glassware, seasonal decorations, and purses. Opportunities abound to support church, civic and school organizations that offer special fund raisers.

Visit the Preservation League booth and see what is available in specialty Mayodan logo items including t-shirts and the next in the series of Mayodan Christmas ornaments. The 2010 ornament features the pavilion at the old Mayo Lake. Supplies are limited, so get there early to take advantage of this great collectable. Youngsters will delight at carnival rides, games, rock climbing, face and hair painting. The popular Bingo games sponsored by the Preservation League offer a wide variety of prizes donated by area merchants.

These and other surprises await the entire family in the main festival area.

The Mayodan Preservation League invites you to bring your lawn chair and spend the day with friends and neighbors at Homecoming. (PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR THE SAFETY OF HOMECOMING PATRONS, BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, SKATES, SCOOTERS AND PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED INSIDE THE FESTIVAL AREA.) This is your day to enjoy and have fun in downtown Mayodan. Come see why so many of your friends like calling Mayodan home. For more information call 336548-2241 or 336-548-6776. In the event of rain, the Impacts and the Holiday Band will perform at 6:00pm at the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Center.

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_HB 1829 – Renewable Energy Incentives _HB 1249 – Homebuilder Property Tax Deferral Changes Priority #2 – Protecting our future by ensuring our children receive a quality education _This economic downturn won’t last. We are preparing for a strong recovery by continuing to invest in our education system. In this past session, we made protecting our teachers a top priority and continue to protect class size. We also focused on keeping our students on track to graduate and supporting our community colleges and university system. In our budget we set aside: _ Additional Education Lottery receipts to save the jobs of an estimated 1,600 classroom teachers _ $10 million for the Student Diagnostic Intervention Initiative to help teachers determine student learning needs and ensure that students are adequately prepared for the next level of coursework. _$2.5 million – Textbooks _$122 million – Fully fund community college system enrollment growth _$33 million – Equipment for community college system _$8.2 million – Need-based financial aid for the UNC System _$5.6 million – Fund Increased UNC System Enrollment Growth _$24 million – Operating funds for new/renovated UNC System buildings _There was also significant legislation passed to reform low-performing schools (SB 704); improve the graduation rate (HB 1877) and to identify and assist at-risk students earlier (HB 1875)./ Priority #3 – Making sure state government lives within its means This year, we eliminated $600 million in spending from our budget without raising taxes.

We made the largest cuts in the State’s history in 2009 and like most families in North Carolina, it was necessary that we continue cutting back this year. We streamlined, economized and prioritized government spending and continued to find ways to make government more efficient, while also funding essential services for our state’s most vulnerable people.

We also improved our tax and debt collection process. _Some of our savings include reducing the size and responsibilities of the state’s air fleet, finding efficiencies in drug programs, and cutting the legislature’s own operating budget by more than $2 million. _I serve as Co-Chairman of the Program Evaluation Division Task Force, which has as its mission to assure that taxpayers’ dollars are spent efficiently and wisely. State Auditor Beth Wood

says that a bill we sponsored, Amend State Purchases and Contract Laws (HB 1851) could save taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars in the coming years.

Priority #4 – Demanding a responsible government _We acted to ensure an open and transparent state government that acts responsibly and finds solutions. Our budget allocates: _$492,702 to implement the Good Government/Campaign Reform Act _$818,272 to strengthen state purchase and contract laws _$600,000 for a Medicaid fraud criminal investigation team _The Government Ethics and Campaign Reform Act of 2010 (HB 961) creates stronger standards for elected officials and government workers. Among other things, the act: increases the penalty for illegal campaign donations; improves the state’s campaign finance database by making it easier to search; makes complete salary histories of government workers public; requires the government to pay plaintiffs’ legal fees in cases where they are found to have violated open records laws without a written basis; increases economic disclosure requirements for judicial officers, legislators, and public servants _Other legislation (HB 1851) increases the authority of the Secretary of Administration to provide oversight of the review and award of contracts and enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of the contracts process by requiring more state agencies and institutions to comply with certain requirements regarding review and award of contracts. The legislation also requires the Attorney General to review certain contracts and prohibits the use of cost plus percentage of cost contracts. _In response to a federal ruling that now allows corporations to spend money on political races, we added new disclosure rules (HB 748) to assure that the companies report how much money they are spending on political activity and how it is being used.

Other new laws updated the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control system to make sure it meets modern standards of ethics (HB 1717) and transparency and attempt to crack down on fraud and kickbacks in the Medicaid system (SB 675).

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For further information and reservations, Contact: Dennis Seaver, pastor Immanuel Friends Church: 623-8288 or 932-1304 Jerry Meeks: 635-6122 Judy Matthews: 635-4940 or 635-2354 Sandy Paisley: 635-1642 or 613-1286

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From The Desks Of CITY HALL G A N G & FORENSIC U NIT C OMPLETES FO R M ATION EDEN The newly formed Rockingham County Forensic & Gang Prevention Bureau has completed its initial staffing and funding phase and is now providing services to county residents.

The Bureau was formed as a result of an initial grant request

by Rockingham County District Attorney Phil Berger, Jr. in cooperation with local law enforcement. The project provides countywide forensic or “CSI” service to assist law enforcement agencies with the collection and identification of evidence at crime scenes. Additionally, the grant funds gang prevention programs similar to those offered in Guilford and Iredell counties.

The gang prevention programs address the needs of atrisk youth to provide alternatives to membership in local gangs.

Participants are provided with educational, housing, life choices, and budget counseling and assistance. Volunteer community

leaders and mentors in these programs work with law enforcement and prosecutorial members to strongly encourage selected youth to make positive life changes. These programs have demonstrated positive, measurable results in combating gang activities in counties with established programs.

The NC Governor’s Crime Commission approved and awarded the two-year grant request totaling more than onehalf million dollars in 2009. The grant established a supervisory board to govern the new bureau.

Each police chief in the county, the sheriff, district attorney, county manager, North Carolina Highway Patrol district First Sergeant, and two county commissioners are members of the board of directors.

The board began meeting in the fall of 2009 and selected Mike James as the director.

James came to the bureau with

years of experience and education. He began his law enforcement career in 1983. He most recently served as Chief of Police for the Stoneville Police Department having also served with several other agencies in Rockingham County. He holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in criminal justice and is currently a doctoral candidate in public safety administration at Capella University. James also serves as an adjunct professor in criminal justice at Rockingham Community College and Surry Community College.

Through grant funding, the bureau has been able to fully equip two crime scene vans capable of providing a wide range of forensic investigations including finger print capabilities, photographic equipment, casting materials, and DNA collection and processing.

N E W R ADIO S YSTEM A CTIVATED On May 20, 2010 at approximately 9:00 a.m., the Eden Police and Fire Department flipped the switch and activated the 800 MHz radio system. The City of Eden joins the City of Reidsville, Rockingham County, and other local and state agencies in utilizing this new VIPER 800 MHz radio system. VIPER, which stands for Voice Interoperability Plan for Emergency Responders, provides an interconnected network of dedicated radio towers throughout the state. The backbone of the system has been developed and is maintained by the NC State Highway Patrol. VIPER utilizes a Motorola SmartNet II

trunking radio system which uses a bank of 800 MHz radio frequencies that are randomly assigned on an as needed basis when police or fire personnel keys their mic. As a result, there is no longer a single radio frequency in use by our agencies and most scanners will be unable to receive the radio signals from the VIPER system. If citizens wish to monitor police and fire radio traffic, a trunk tracking scanner will be required.

VIPER also enables the Eden Police Department to designate radios used by certain special investigative and response units to be encrypted. This means that even a trunk tracking

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The City of Eden started researching the feasibility of switching over to the state-maintained system several years ago.

In 2008, staff met with members of the North Carolina Highway Patrol and the two regional equipment vendors. In 2009, staff presented a plan to switch to the new radio system at the annual budget retreat. At the direction of City Council, money was budgeted to fund the radio project.

Since changing over to the new radio system, I have received numerous positive comments from officers about the system. The system allows us to more effectively communicate which in turn improves the quality of the services we provide to our citizens.

M EET Y O U R E D E N CITY E M P L O Y E E S: Chuck Gallaher – Police Department Patrol Officer Chuck Gallaher looks forward to retirement when he plans to enjoy a “life of fishing.” For now, however, the 10-year veteran of Eden PD is content catching something quite different from fish – he patrols Eden’s streets looking to arrest drunk drivers and drug dealers.

Gallaher said he likes everything about his job … “working with different people, seeing different things and not knowing what I will be doing Gallaher from one day to the next.” He also likes Eden because it is a “small town with kind people.”

Jobs are the key to Eden’s growth, he feels, providing citizens opportunities to work closer to home rather than having to travel or even worse, being unemployed.

A native of Rockingham County, Gallaher still lives in the area where he enjoys hunting, fishing and spending time with his family which includes two Labrador retrievers.

Clint Simpson – Police Department Detective Sgt. Clint Simpson is proud of the Eden Police Department and its employees. “I work with an excellent group of people,” he said.

“They truly care about the community and helping people day after day.” Simpson himself is one of those with a desire to serve his fellow citizens.

One of his favorite aspects of being a detective is “the ability to assist people that have been victims of crime.”

Simpson Simpson’s work involves investigating between 30 and 40 cases of his own each month in addition to supervising the day-to-day operations of five other detectives in the unit.

With 15 years of service at the department, Simpson is thinking about his future. He hopes to progress within EPD and said he would like to “eventually run for the office of sheriff after my career with the Eden Police Department to make the city and county a safer place for all citizens.” Simpson also has ideas to enhance Eden’s future.

“Obviously, due to economic times I would like to see several wellestablished companies come into our city to provide jobs for the loss of textile jobs that Eden has suffered over the past several years.”

Simpson thinks the state could step in and help with our economic growth. “I would like to see the N.C. prison system and the governor pick Rockingham County as a location for a new prison which would offer jobs to a lot of people.” Simpson also recognizes the need to provide resources for Eden’s youth, saying he would like to see something beneficial for the area’s children and teenagers.

A lifelong resident of Eden, Simpson is married to Angela and has two children, Sydney and Matthew. He enjoys spending time outdoors – especially camping, hunting and fishing – and cooking.

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C OUNTY & CITY O F EDEN TO P ROVIDE INCENTIVES TO G ILDAN A CTIVEWEAR The regular July meeting of the Eden City Council dealt with the appropriation from the General Fund in an amount not to exceed $366,644 which will be distributed to Gildan Activewear (Eden) Inc. (602 East Meadow Road, Eden) These funds will be distributed over a 4 year period in annual installments. Gildan agrees to invest a minimum of $11,200,000 in net new taxable machinery and equipment and $9,800,000 in building improvements by December 31, 2010.

Such investments for the County and the City will net new taxable investment considering depreciation The Company currently employs 280 full-time employees and agrees for the benefit of the County and the City to maintain 280 full-time positions through direct employment for a period beginning December 31, 2010 and ending December 31, 2016.

The average annual wage paid by the company at this location must be equal to or higher than $26,223, the current average annual wage levels for the Company’s full-time employees here.

Because the new equipment allowed for a little bit more efficiency, the jobs may go from 285 to 280 but that will be over the time of the project by attrition.

The Community is offering to the Company a total incentive of $789,464 which are from $422,820 in incentives from Rockingham County and $366,644 in incentives from the City of Eden.

Rockingham County will

make the first annual installment of $105,705 shall be made by February 28, 2012. The second annual installment of $105,705 shall be made by February 28, 2013. The third annual installment of $105,705 shall be made

by February 28, 2014. The fourth annual installment of $105,705 shall be made by February 28, 2015.

The City of Eden will reimburse the Company for such Eligible Costs over a four-year period. The first annual installment of $91,661 shall be made by February 28, 2012. The second annual installment of $91,661 shall be made by February 28, 2013. The third annual installment of $91,661 shall be made by February 28, 2014. The fourth annual installment of $91,661 shall be made by February 28, 2015.

Mr. Graham Pervier, President, Partnership for Economic and Tourism explained that under the terms of the agreement, the company which now had property and equipment in the city valued at $23.5 million and 285 employees, proposed a $21 million project, $9.8 million in building

improvements and $11.2 million in machinery and equipment. The new machinery and equipment was sophisticated new equipment for handling their distribution operations. The facility here in Eden was their wholesale distribution facility. The goods went on mostly to screen printers who printed on the t-shirts and sweatshirts.

If the improvements were not valued at the estimated $21 million, the incentive payments would be adjusted down proportionately. If the job count went below 280 during that time, then the incentive payments would also be adjusted down.

Mr. Nick Freitag, Plant Manager replied that Eden was a good location for Gildan and they were proud to be here. They had been in Eden 10 years. The reason they needed to improve their efficiency with the automation was so they could stay in the leading edge as a distribution center.

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For The Fun Of It Rose An elderly couple had dinner at another couple's house, and after eating, the wives left the table and went into the kitchen.

The two gentlemen were talking, and one said, 'Last night we went out to a new restaurant and it was really great.. I would recommend it very highly.'

The other man said, 'What is the name of the restaurant?'

The first man thought and thought and finally said, 'What is the name of that flower you give to someone you love?

You know.... The one that's red and has thorns.'

'Do you mean a rose?'

'Yes, that's the one,' replied the man. He then turned towards the kitchen and yelled, 'Rose, what's the name of that restaurant we went to last night?'

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The military commander had grown increasingly anxious over rumors of an impending air strike from the enemy. So, he summoned a corporal. “I want you to climb that mountain and report any signs of a military activity.”

The corporal trudged up the mountain. As soon as he crossed the ridge, he saw a squadron of planes heading their way.

“There are many planes coming!” he promptly radioed back.

“Friends or enemies?” the commander demanded urgently.

The corporal again lifted his binoculars to the sky. “They’re flying very closely together, he replied. “I think they must be friends.”.

A couple of old golfing buddies were golfing when the one mentioned he was going to see Dr. Taylor for a new set of dentures. His buddy remarked that he had gone to Dr. Taylor a few years before. "Is that so?" "Did he do a good job?" "Well, I was on the course yesterday when a young fellow on the ninth hole hooked a line drive shot," he said. "The ball was going 200 mph when it nailed me right in the buttocks. Well, that was the first time in three years my teeth didn't hurt."

Door to Door

Hospital regulations require a wheel chair for patients being discharged. However, while working as a student nurse, I found one elderly gentleman already dressed and sitting on the bed with a suitcase at his feet, who insisted he didn't need my help to leave the hospital.

After a chat about rules being rules, he reluctantly let me wheel him to the elevator.

On the way down I asked him if his wife was meeting him.

'I don't know,' he said. 'She's still upstairs in the bathroom changing out of her hospital gown..'

An enthusiastic door-to-door vacuum salesman goes to the first house in his new territory.

He knocks. A lady opens the door, and before she has a chance to say anything, he runs inside and dumps cow patties all over the carpet.

He says, “Lady, if this vacuum cleaner doesn’t do wonders cleaning this up, I’ll eat every chunk of it.”

She turns to him with a smirk and says, “You want ketchup on that?”

The salesman says, “Why do you ask?”

She says, “We just moved in and we haven’t got the electricity turned on yet.”.

A Cats Story

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A cat died and went to Heaven. God met her at the gates and said, 'You have been a good cat all these years. Anything you want is yours for the asking.'

The cat thought for a minute and then said, 'All my life I lived on a farm and slept on hard wooden floors. I would like a real fluffy pillow to sleep on.'

God said, 'Say no more.'

Instantly the cat had a huge fluffy pillow.

A few days later, six mice were killed in an accident and they all went to Heaven together. God met the mice at the gates with the same offer that He made to the cat The mice said, 'Well, we have had to run all of our lives: from cats, dogs, and even people with brooms! If we could just have some little roller skates, we would not have to run again.'

God answered, 'It is done.'

All the mice had beautiful little roller skates.

About a week later, God decided to check on the cat. He found her sound asleep on her fluffy pillow. God gently awakened the cat and asked, 'Is everything okay? How have you been doing? Are you happy?'

The cat replied, 'Oh, it is WONDERFUL. I have never been so happy in my life. The pillow is so fluffy, and those little Meals on Wheels you have been sending over are delicious!'

A man is sitting in the coach section of a flight from New York to Chicago, biting his fingernails and sweating profusely. Noticing his disturbed expression, a flight attendant walks over and says, “Sir, can I get you something from the bar to calm you down?”

The man gives a nod of approval while shaking terribly.

Seconds later she comes back with a drink. He downs it quickly and seems to calm down.

Ten minutes later, the flight attendant sees him shaking and biting his nails again. She brings him another drink which he downs immediately. A half hour later she returns to see him shaking uncontrollably, and almost in tears.

“My goodness,” the flight attendant says, “I’ve never seen someone so afraid to fly.”

“I’m not afraid of flying,” says the man.

“Then what’s the matter?

“I’m trying to give up drinking.”.

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A man went to see his probation officer to check in and pay some fines. As he emptied his pockets before going through the metal detector, out came two bags of marijuana. He was arrested and sent back to jail.

Failed Jail Break Two inmates were attempting to escape the city jail by crawling through the air conditioning ducts, but fell through the ceiling into the office of the police chief.

Negotiating a trip home Bob had been shopping downtown all day with his wife and four little children. They were all so tired, he decided to take a taxicab home.

Approaching a cab driver, he demanded, “How much will you charge to drive us to the Bronx?”

“I figure $5 apiece for you and your wife,” said the driver.

“I’ll take the four kids along for nothing.”

Bob turned to his children and said, “Jump in kids, and have a nice ride home. Momma and I will take the subway.”

Joy Ride Some employees of an airplane manufacturing company decided to have some fun. They stole a life raft from the plane they were working on. They successfully got it out and took it home without getting caught.

Later they took it for a ride down the river. But soon they saw a Coast Guard helicopter coming toward them. It turns out that the helicopter was homing in on the emergency lighting locator beacon that had activated when they inflated the raft.

Excuses for Speeding

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Kitsap County , Washington, had begun to crack down on speeding motorists. Here's a list of some answers they received when they asked the drivers why they were speeding: My gas petal got stuck.

Don't I get a couple miles per hour over when I'm taking my grandchildren to the airport?

I didn't know I was speeding because my lights were off.

My speedometer is broken.

I had a bee in my car.

I've been drinking and I wanted to get off the road quickly.

I am driving my friend to the hospital. He has alcohol poisoning. (The driver was also found to be intoxicated.)

(After crashing) I put high test gas in my car and it caused me to lose control. (He was also found to be intoxicated.)

I'm trying to catch that UFO. Will you try to catch it for me?

I get 10 extra miles per hour in the fast lane.

I'm wearing shoes that are really heavy and they make the gas petal go down more.

My doctor gave me the wrong medication.

I'm headed to a divorce proceeding and if you met her, sir, you would understand why I'm in a hurry.

I just got my license back after having it suspended and I'm not used to driving.

An eight year old boy is walking down the road one day when a car pulls over next to him.

“If you get in the car,” the driver says, “I’ll give you $10 and a piece of candy.”

The boy refuses and keeps on walking.

A few moments later, not to take no for an answer, the man driving the car pulls over again.

“How about $20 and two pieces of candy?”

The boy tells the man to leave him alone and keeps on walking.

Still further down the road the man pulls over to the side of the road.

“OK,” he says, “this is my final offer. I’ll give you $50 and all the candy you can eat.”

The little boy stops, goes to the car and leans in. “Look,” he says to the driver. “You bought this ugly station wagon when everyone else got cool SUVs, Dad, but that doesn’t mean I have to be seen riding in it!”.

Kidnapped Winthrop found the following ransom note slipped under his front door: “if you ever want to see your wife alive again, bring $50,000 to the 17th green at your country club tomorrow at 10:00am.”

But it was after 1:00pm by the time he arrived at the designated meeting spot.

A masked man stepped out from behind the bushes and demanded, “You’re over three hours late. What took you so long?”

“Give me a break!” said Winthrop, pointing to his scorecard. “I’m a 27 handicap.”

Speeding Ticket A driver was speeding and was unknowingly caught in a speed trap that measured his speed with radar and photographed his car.

In the mail, he later received a ticket for $100, along with a photograph of his car.

He sent the ticket back with a photograph of a $100 bill. He then received a letter from the police department with a photograph of hand cuffs. He paid the ticket.

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MHS DU A N E B EST S CHOLARSHIP FU N D May 12 – July 21 DONORS (Honorees not listed below) to be named on the WALL of HONOR include: 2010 MHS and Holmes Spring Concert Donors (2) Dr. Michelle L Aheron.

Herman Allen (2) Doc and Sarah Altizer, Sallie A. and Angus Hinson, Whitney and Lindsay N. Altizer, Rebecca A. and Darren Allen Ann, Susan, Phyllis, Chip & Families (2) Anonymity BB&T (2) Judy Pulliam Bledsoe BENSON CABINET CO. Del and Liz Boothe (2) Buddy and Peggy Bowers Shannon T. Boyd, Jimmy Anderson Tate, Jr. (3) Charles F. Burton Family Class of 1998 Elaine Colvin, Kristin Gregory and Kim Jordan Julia Clifton Cramer Kathie Going Davis 1974 Brenda and Reggie Denney Sandra Johnson Emery Charles and George Ferguson (2) Jack T. Fleming, Sr. Mark, Kim, Colby, Kyndall Garrett Danny and Helga Gillespie Jim and Peggy Good Mark and Jessica Bowers Good Guy L. and Billie Kerley Carol Gwynn Mickey Hair (4) Sharon and Levette Hairston Gloria and Jimmie Hall Jonathan Hall Merna R. Hampton Charles and Betty Harrington (2) Carol P. Helms (2) Margie Winn Herbert, Ronnie Winn, Marcia Winn Bobbie M. Hill (2) Lula K. Hill Dee Dee Hunt (2) Dee Dee, Debra, Danielle Hunt James and Audrey Juvrud Steven and Jeanne Kling Leaksville High School Class of 1947 L. Ray 1963, Gail J. 1961 Lewis (2) Donna Mabe (2) Steve and Ella McBride-Chatham Teresa Stophel McCollum 1974 Kim McPherson MIDDLE TENNESSEE BASKETBALL OFFICIALS ASSOC. Tim and Becky Newsom Rose Mary Nolen ODOM’S TENNESSEE PRIDE SAUSAGE, INC. Selma Meeks Price (2) Phil and Louise Price Pamela Webb Proctor 1974 Lorine Pruitt, Ted and Cathy Merritt (2) Doris and Carl Ray Mike 1987, Lisa 1989, Kendall 2016 Rigney Hal and Kelly Robertson (2) Bill and Lou Roland (2) James and Peggy Rorrer (2) Amanda Carter Rorrer 1998 Thomas and Darlene Sharpe Willie and Marty Shoemaker (2) Ron 1964 and Bunnie 1967 Slaughter Jennifer Smith Martha Harden Smith Janice Sniker Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Sniker Debbie Turner Snow (2) Rod and Betty Snow (8) Spare Change for Seat Change Donors Bill and Barbara Stone (3) Paul W. Thompson 1964 Tri-City High School (1952-57) Lynn Tuttle (6) Michelle Walker WALMART Eden Karen Ward Mary Catherine Watson, Class of 1974 Mitch and Kevin Watson, Class of 1974 Bobby Wrenn (2) James M. and Marilyn M. Wright

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Donors have honored these classes: 40’s (1947), 50’s (1950–51,54-59), 60’s (1960-64, 66-69), 70’s (1970, 72-76 & 79), 80’s (1981, 84, 86-87), 90’s (1998); 2000’s (2010).

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2009-10 WO R K L O A D IN C R E A S E S D A’S O FFICE According to annual reports compiled by the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts, the Rockingham County District Attorneys Office handled nearly 23,500 criminal cases and infractions last year, an increase of more than 2,500 cases over the previous year.

In Superior Court, felony filings by the District Attorney’s Office increased 22.2% from 909 in 08-09, to 1,111 felony cases filed in 09-10. Misdemeanor filings in Superior Court increased by 4.4 percent.

“Many people are surprised to discover the number of cases this offices handles,” said District Attorney Phil Berger, Jr. “I think it is important to know our prosecutors and staff are working diligently for the citizens of Rockingham County” Similar results were seen in District Court cases: criminal motor vehicle cases increased 22.3% while infractions jumped 16.9% over the previous year.

The only decrease in matters handled by the DA’s Office was in non-motor vehicle criminal cases, which fell 9.6%.

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“As a new franchise, we are proud to be able to bring Servpro Industries, Inc.’s nationally recognized services to our customers,” said Cliff. “I encourage home and business owners to contact us about any cleaning or restoration need they may have – especially following a fire or water loss when emergency response is vital to protecting their assets from further damage.”

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I understand that the headlines about our decision to refer to ourselves nationally as ‘the Y’ have created confusion in some communities. Let me help make this more clear. We are still the YMCA and will continue to be in the future.

We have simply changed the logo to reflect what our community already calls us on a regular basis, "the Y".

While the logo is changing, the Y’s Christian mission is not.

It remains: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. We are going to change our logo and change the way we talk about what we do, but our core Christian principles and values will never change.

Not long ago, the national office of the YMCA sponsored various research and the results were eye-opening. Nearly 100 percent of Americans recognized the YMCA name, but very few understood what we stand for.

Some viewed this as a challenge.

We saw it as an opportunity - an opportunity to do a better job of communicating our impact, not just what we do. That's what our brand revitalization is all about.

And it started this past week.

For the fifth year out of the past six, financial-services firm Edward Jones ranks highest in investor satisfaction with fullservice brokerage firms, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study, announced Kathy Hale an Edward Jones Financial Advisors in Eden..

The study measures overall investor satisfaction with full service investment firms based on seven factors: investment advisor, portfolio performance, account information, account offerings, commissions and fees, website and problem resolution.

The J.D. Power and Associates study found that Edward Jones "performed particularly well

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Christian emphasis. We see these programs as the real work of “the Y”, and your gym membership helps us provide these services.

Hopefully if all goes well, this rebranding will help more people realize the work we do with the community.

This is an exciting time for our YMCA Movement. We are changing the way we talk about “the Y” with a goal of engaging more people, and sending the message that our three areas of focus are youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. People are talking about “the Y”, and it’s our collective responsibility to turn this interest into action. Hard work lies ahead, and I personally want to thank you all for your willingness to do your part to help our community better understand how “the Y” strengthens lives every day.

Hope to see you at “the Y”!

Barry L. Mabe, CEO Eden Family YMCA

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“The Y” offers more than programs and services, we ensure that every individual has access to the essentials needed to learn, grow and thrive. Our fitness classes don't just improve someone's physical health, they help unleash a new outlook on life.

Our Family Nights don't just bring families together, they help families stay together. Youth Soccer doesn't just teach a kid to score a goal, it teaches character and social skills for future leaders. This is what “the Y” really offers.

I work for “the Y” and see the name change as risky, but I understand the desire for the rebranding. I don't think most people realize the community work “the Y” does, a view confirmed from reading newspaper articles, internet posts and general community conversation this past week.

The YMCAs in Rockingham County have a long history of program work outside of their gym membership, but many people don't realize this because they only see us as a health club. We also: subsidize camp costs for kids, work with at-risk teens, provide child care (subsidized as well), and many other programs, all with a

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across the two highest-weighted factors: Investment Advisor and Investment Performance."

"As stated on their website, Edward Jones advisors strive for personal attention and believe in providing one-on-one service," according to the J.D. Power study. "This is evident in their efforts to engage in proactive conversations regarding a multitude of their investors' concerns, including reviewing an existing strategic plan or developing one for a new investor, and initiating discussions regarding portfolio/asset allocation or investment needs."

Edward Jones' overall score climbed 10 points over last year, when it also was ranked highest among the 12 largest firms rated.

"Being ranked highest in investor satisfaction for full-service brokerage firms by J.D. Power and Associates five times now is a great honor and quite an accomplishment," said Hale. "It results from always having our clients' best interests at heart as we work to help them through the tough times as well as the good times."

The 2010 Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study is based on responses from 4,460 investors who primarily invest with one of the 12 firms included in the study. The study was fielded in May 2010.

Edward Jones ranked highest in investor satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates in 2009, from 2005 through 2007, and in a tie in 2002, when the study began. Edward Jones in Canada twice ranked highest in the J.D. Power and Associates Canadian Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study.

Kathy W. Hale, Edward Jones Investments, 302 N. Pierce Street, Eden.

The Eden financial advisors include: Kathy Hale is located at 302-B North Pierce Street in Eden, NC Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm's business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. The firm's 12,000-plus financial advisors work directly with nearly 7 million clients to understand their personal goals -- from college savings to retirement -- and create long-term investment solutions that emphasize a well-balanced portfolio and a buy-andhold strategy. Edward Jones embraces the importance of building long-term, face-to-face relationships with clients, helping them to understand and make sense of the investment options available today.

Edward Jones, which ranked No. 2 on FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2010, is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones website is located at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting Web site is www.careers.edwardjones.com.

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E D E N S TUDENT S ELECTED F O R R O TA RY Y O U T H LEADERSHIP P R O G R A M conducts leadership training around the world for business leaders, high-ranking military brass, and senior government and political leaders.

Supervision of RYLP students is provided by a select group of leadership adviLeah Amick, third from left, will attend the 28th Annual Rotary Youth sors chosen from Leadership Program (RYLP) July 18-25 on the campus of Guilford among recent College in Greensboro. Miss Amick is shown with her parents, Kent RYLP alumni who and Leesa Amick, and Eden Rotary RYLP Chairman W. Carl Martin at a are currently colrecent club meeting at The Whistle Jacket Grill. lege students.

Other program Leah Amick, a 16-year-old throughout the Piedmont region support and guidance come from Morehead High School student, of North Carolina. The program prominent state and local busiwas selected to attend the 28th is sponsored by Rotary District ness, professional and Rotary Annual Rotary Youth Leadership 7690 (Piedmont North Carolina), leaders who will visit, speak to Program (RYLP) July 18-25 on the Greensboro Rotary Club, the the participants, and assist the the campus of Guilford College Center for Creative Leadership, students in assessing their career in Greensboro. and Guilford College. goals.

RYLP utilizes the leadership YLP students live on-camThe selection process for skills and experience of regional pus at Guilford College for a RYLP begins with sophomores business, community and Rotary week, utilizing the college's dor- and juniors completing an on-line leaders, Center for Creative mitory, classroom, cafeteria and application form and submitting Leadership facilitators, and recreational facilities. Daily a printed copy of the application recent RYLP alumni to provide schedules are developed and to their high school principals. unique leadership training for the monitored by professionals from Applications of students who 54 high school students who were the Center for Creative meet selection criteria are subselected from among applicants Leadership, which more typically mitted by their high school prin-

Craft’s Corner Nona Craft, Educator, Leaksville Spray Elementary Eden, North Carolina

So how are you feeling today? If your answer is “tired”, read on.

So many of us are just plain tired. We live such stressful busy lives that we can’t seem to wind down when we finally do get into bed to have a restorative sleep.

We all need to have consistent rest in order to achieve the best health we can possess physically, mentally, spiritually and socially.

Yet for many a good deep sleep seems to be the elusive dream. I can remember as a child after going to school coming home to do my chores (do families still give their children chores?) and homework . I was happy to get into bed, often with a book, and falling sound asleep. Even as a young adult, while in college, after running across campus to be on time for all my classes (I didn’t own a car so “running” meant “rapid leg movement“ not “making a vehicle move“) then studying for a couple of hours I barely hit the pillow before all went dark. Into adulthood when I had to get up early to fight computer

traffic, by the time I returned home to walk a dog or after some time, to pick up my children and go to their various after school activities and then cook dinner for the family, do laundry and correct papers, the bed called my name and I was so tired I almost fell asleep on the way to the bedroom.

Now however things have changed. I am tired and still can not fall asleep. Even when I do fall asleep, the sleep is often not restorative and I awaken feeling as tired as when I first went to bed. I recently examined what activities consumed my day.

Upon doing this it was apparent that I did not have enough physical exercise to balance my emotional and mental exertion. I decided to make a few changes.

First, be consistent about when I went to bed and when I got up.

Train the internal clock. Next, to eat a balanced diet, including more water and knocking out caffeine and sugary drinks (that is a tough one ). Eating late at night had to go, as the body needs to be

able to rest, not digest, when it is time to sleep. I also tried a soothing shower or bath before I went to bed and even using a baby lotion which had lavender in it seemed at time to help. I sometimes drink a herbal tea meant to promote relaxation. Lastly, I included exercise in my daily activities. Well, dear reader, I have had many positive results.

The days I put into action the afore mentioned steps, I actually do sleep better! You may also have some success if you implement some or all of the activities I mentioned. Give it a try. At least sleep on it.

The entire RYLP cost for each student, including room, board and leadership training, is paid by a sponsoring Rotary Club in the student’s county. Miss Amick was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Eden.

Selection criteria include excellent leadership potential and at least a “B” average in school.

All participants must be rising juniors or seniors in July of 2010.

cipals to sponsoring local Rotary Clubs throughout the Piedmont.

The sponsoring Rotary Clubs then identify principal and alternate nominees to the RYLP Selection Committee, which selects and notifies participants.

Participation is not restricted by race, gender, religion, or national origin. Affiliation with Rotary Clubs or projects is not a factor.

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S ENIOR S ERVICES W O R K S H O P P LANNED On Saturday, August 14th, Immanuel Friends Church, in the Draper Section, is sponsoring a Senior Services Workshop in cooperation with other area churches (Draper Pentecostal, New Saint Paul, and Sunny Homes).

This workshop is directed not only at Seniors, but caregivers as well as potentialcaregivers.

Questions frequently arise as we get older or as our loved ones get older and require other forms of care and assistance. High pressure marketing of insurance products and other services, misunderstanding of the Social Security system, Medicare, Medicaid, Wills, Trusts, nursing homes, ....and even circumstances involving senior abuse,

create many problems associated with aging. This workshop will begin to help you sort thru these issues and offer resources and assistance.

The following preliminary program features are as follows: • 9:30-10:00 am: Susan Mabe.

Social worker with the Rockingham County Social Services Dept will discuss how Social Services can benefit many of our seniors. Susan has also been directly involved with investigating senior abuse.

• 10:00-10:30 am: Warren Coble.

Retired from Social Security Administration. Warren will discuss Social Security benefits and present a program on Senior Fraud Prevention entitled "By Hook or by Crook". Many

Leaksville United Methodist Church Child Development Center NOW ACCEPTING REGISTRATION FOR 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR! We provide a warm, loving, Christian environment to enrich the developmental needs of two, three, and four year olds. Parents always welcome.

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All classes nine to noon.

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seniors will relate to this and it is designed to prevent them from being victimized.

• 10:30-11:00 am: Wayne Emerine. Accountant and financial advisor. Owner of Carolina Bookkeeping, Business and Tax Services here in Eden. Wayne will discuss some of the many financial issues facing seniors including future financial planning and filing requirement for taxes.

• 11:00-11:30 am: A discussion of legal documents such as wills, trusts, living wills and power-ofattorney forms • 1:30-12:30 am: Lunch provided by Immanuel Friends Church and volunteers.

• 12:30-2:00 pm: The afternoon session will focus on Medicare and Medicare Supplement insurance and changes that are going on in that industry.

Cindy Baynes from Reidsville is our area coodinator with the NC Dept

of Insurance SHIIP (Seniors Health Insurance Information Program) and will coordinate with Walter Batista from Greensboro to present a program focusing on questions, concerns, and resources for seniors and their health insurance needs.

Walter has been a licensed agent for over 30 years and owned MDIS Insurance School for over 20. Walter teaches insurance agents for both licensing and prelicensing.

Sandra Paisley is moderator for the event and has been a licensed insurance agent for over 25 years in this area. Please be aware that the above schedule may be altered slightly due to schedules of our presenters and that allowances will be made for a morning and afternoon break.

There should be adequate time for a question and answer session at the end of the workshop.

It's extremely important that

everyone understands that this is a seminar to provide information to seniors and caregivers. People are living longer because of technology, research and medication, but we are all getting older and need to plan for our care and the care of our loved ones. There are NO SALES involved in this event. The above authorities on this program have donated their time and resources as a service to our community.

Any questions and to reserve your seat, please contact any of the following: Dennis Seaver, pastor @ Immanuel Friends: 623-8288 or 932-1304 Jerry or Joy Meeks: 635-6122 Judy Matthews: 635-4940 or 635-2354 Sandy Paisley: 635-1642 or 6131286 This is a free workshop, but seating is limited.

R EGISTER N O W F O R THE FOLLOWING CLASSES THE G A R D E N O F E D E N S ENIOR C ENTER: Garden of Eden Senior Center Orchard Drive Eden.

Call 627-4711 for details.

• Internet Buzzwords – Learn what is hot on the internet right now.

Facebook, blogging, Pandora, Craigs List, downloading software and more…

Tuesdays 9-12 Instructor – Paula Pergerson Begins Sep. 7 thru Oct. 26th Basic Computer Level II – This course covers additional basic computer skills that were not included in Basic Class. Students learn file management, to drag text, pictures, and graphics; to cut, copy and paste information; and to use screenshot.

Tuesdays 1:30-3:30 instructorPaula Pergerson Begins Sept. 7 thru Oct. 26 • Basic Computer Class – This course covers basic computer

functions for beginners. Students learn how to use the mouse, turn the computer on and off, launch programs,keyboard short cuts, personalize the computer to address specific needs and preferences, save and organize files and print documents.

Wed. 3:30-5:30 inst. Liz Wilkins September 8 – Oct 27 • Discover the Internet – Students learn to locate information using the Internet, download software and photos, set up email accounts, send and receive email messages with attachments, use instant messaging, and maintain safety and privacy with computer use.

Thursdays – 9:00-12:00 instructor - Paula Pergerson Thursdays – 3:30-5:30 instructor – Liz Wilkens September 9 - Oct 28 Seniors are welcome to come use our computers during times we do not have classes.

• QUILT CLASSES with Cathy Bogan. August 2010 Come join us for a Staycation Sewing Vacation where you come for class on the designated days and go home and stay in your own bed at night.

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those brights for a contemporary look. Come for a fun day of sewing while you start a quilt top or make a 4 block large pillow for lounging. $35.00 Friday August 13th 10:00AM – 4:00PM in Eden, NC at Garden of Eden Senior Center • EXTRA LARGE TOTE BAG is quick to make and the fabric choices are endless. Start this fun tote bag with 6 fat quarters and a lining fabric. This bag is large enough to carry your quilts for show and tell or anything else you need to haul around. Pool towels? $20.00 Monday August 16th 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM in Eden, NC at Garden of Eden Senior Center • FABRIC BASKETS – Several ladies have already taken this class when it was offered in the Spring and just loved making these baskets. It is a lot of fun with a group. Baskets are made using leftover strips that you have or you can purchase fabric and cut it into strips. These make great gifts! I will provide the special cording at a cost of $3.00. Many embellishment ideas will be shown. Come for a fun day of sewing with friends and leave with a finished basket.

A sewing machine with a zigzag stitch is required. $25.00 Friday, August 20th 10:00AM – 4:00 PM in Eden, NC at Garden of Eden Senior Center

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B E WA R E O F FALSE P EDDLERS Today, there are a number of items which salespeople peddle door to door. Magazines, encyclopedias, cookware, and educational development materials, are only a few of the items offered.

Although many sales persons are honest and practice appropriate sales techniques, we should always caution ourselves, all are not.

Be suspicious of a seller who says, “I’m taking a survey,” or “You have been selected…”.

Most recently, citizens have expressed concerns of door to door salesmen that identify themselves in a fashion that would lead you believe they represent or are associated with the Rockingham County Schools.

They are not. They are equipped with certain information that leads you to believe they are familiar with your child and his/her current education.

Citizens should exercise caution when any unknown person approaches their home. You do not have to answer the door or engage in conversation. If you do have conversation, ask to see their photo identification, company credentials and Rockingham

County Peddler’s permit. Take time to consider any purchase and avoid high pressure tactics.

Do not hesitate to dial 911 to have an unwanted salesperson removed or investigated. It is illegal to obtain goods/money under false pretense or to refuse to leave another person’s property.

REMEMBER a salesman's job is to sell. If he is good, he can sell you almost anything. Some "good" salesmen are not reliable salesmen. A reliable salesman will be honest, let you take time to think things over, and will want you to fully understand what you sign.

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BUSINESS BLAST

Two large and extremely heavy generators headed to Duke Energy in Eden in July.

The generators were brought in by train to the Ruffing area, where they had to continue their trip by land due to an trestle that could not bare the weight of the load.

Barnhart Crane and Rigging made the 28 mile, slow trip from Ruffin near the Worsham Mill Road to Eden along Business 29, Hwy 14, Meadow Road, Fieldcrest Road onto Edgewood.

The caravan included State Highway Patrol, Rockingham County Sheriff’s Department and the Eden City Police Department.

At times moving a an extremely slow crawl, even having to stop for mechanical problems and for the support trucks and cranes to put down large metal “bridges” for the transport truck to cross so as not to crush pipes under the roadway, the first caravan left at approximately 6:30am and arrived in Eden at around 8pm that evening, but due to mechanical problems, still stopped short of its destination, and continued early the next morning.

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Pete Crouch of Eden Drug Displays the Backpacks

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KENNY FRITH GRADING & HAULING

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H ELP E D E N D R U G A N D E D E N C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E “FILL THE B A C K PA C K S” Eden Drug is offering free backpacks for those children attending the four Eden area elementary schools—Leaksville-Spray, Douglass, Draper and Central. Starting August 10th, children from these schools can pick up a free backpack and basic school supplies from Eden Drug at its 103 W. Stadium Drive location. A coupon for free children’s vitamins for one year will also be in the backpacks. The backpacks will be available while supplies last. A tent will be set up outside the pharmacy for those wishing to pick up their backpacks. You will also be able to pick them up inside the pharmacy. Eden Drug is open MondayFriday 9:00am-9:00pm and 1:00pm-6:00pm on Sunday.

The Eden Chamber of Commerce will be collecting school supplies to fill the backpacks July 22nd-August 13th at their 678 S. Van Buren Road location. You can drop off supplies from 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday-Friday.

Both Pete Crouch, Owner of Eden Drug and Jean Ann Wood, President of the Eden Chamber of Commerce want to help those in need in our community. “As owners of Eden Drug, my wife Debbie and I are excited to partner with several local businesses and provide book bags and basic school supplies for over 1700 children, grades K5 in the Eden area,” remarked Crouch. Wal-Mart and Sonic also contributed to the school supply effort.

“We invite businesses, civic groups and individuals to help “Fill the Back Packs” for our elementary school students. Together we can make a difference by providing the essential items our students need to be successful in school,” stated Wood.

For more information on the backpacks or how to donate supplies or funds to purchase supplies, contact Pete Crouch at 336-627-4854 or Jean Ann Wood at 336-623-3336.