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The North Carolina Senate adjourned its “short session” on June 29th, completing the lion’s share of a productive 2017-2018 legislative biennium.

Eight years ago, legislative Republicans promised to chart a new course for North Carolina, and ever since, we’ve worked tirelessly to place our state on a path to better economic growth, greater prosperity and a stronger public education system.

During that time, North Carolina has experienced historic gains, including more funding for public education than ever before, average teacher pay raises of nearly 20 percent, comprehensive tax reform and tax relief for millions of North Carolinians.

This year, I am proud that the Senate continued to keep our promises to the voters and implement policies that will improve education and grow our economy, and

allocated for projects that improve quality, quantity and conservation of waterways, enhance fish and wildlife habitats, expand the public use and access to waterways or increase citizens’ awareness about their roles in protecting water resources since 2014. Eden has been the recipient of several of these grants.

“We are pleased to open this newest Eden trail,” stated Johnny Farmer, City of Eden Parks and Recreation Director and the project manager for the Matrimony Creek Nature Trail. “This will provide both Eden and Rockingham County residents with another option to enjoy the natural resources that are so abundant in this community.” The City of Eden streets department provided most of the labor to complete the trail which includes benches, a picnic shelter and bathrooms.

The trail begins on Washington Street next to Hampton Heights Baptist Church and ends at the beau-

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Continued from Page 1 I look forward to building on those successes in our next session.

Among other actions, Senate Republicans: • Adopted balanced, fiscally responsible state budgets that invest in core services, strengthen public education, save for the future and grow North Carolina’s economy.

• Delivered major additional tax

relief that will result in 99 percent of taxpayers either paying less or paying no state personal income taxes at all.

• Continued the business tax reforms that have helped create more than half a million new jobs since 2011 by further reducing corporate income tax rates and simplifying and cutting the franchise tax on small businesses.

• Expanded tools to recruit new businesses to the state, including ‘transformative projects’ that are expected to secure thousands of

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• Increased funding for public education by more than $1 billion over two years and continued major education reforms to reduce class sizes and ensure students receive the tools they need to succeed.

• Kept their promise to continue raising teacher pay, providing teachers an average raise of almost 10 percent over two years, which will bring the average increase to teachers’ base pay to nearly 20 percent since the 2013-14 school year. The Senate also provided substantial pay raises to school principals and assistant principals.

• Provided additional performance-based bonuses to more public school teachers and principals who help improve academic outcomes for students.

• Made North Carolina schools safer, providing $35 million for school safety initiatives, including new grant programs to support students in crisis, school safety training, safety equipment and youth mental health personnel.

• Passed legislation that takes steps to reduce the testing burden on students in North Carolina and helps provide additional learning opportunities to thousands of children from lowincome families across the state.

• Acted to make college far more affordable and accessible by fully funding the N.C. Promise Program, which guarantees in-state undergraduate stu-

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• Invested hundreds of millions of dollars in pay raises and bonuses for hardworking state employees, including a new living wage minimum of $31,200, as well as significant raises for State Highway Patrol troopers and correctional officers.

• Improved prison safety, allocating $15 million in additional funding to enhance prison safety and security and support “man-down technology.”

• Expanded the covered population for the line of duty death benefit, while also doubling the benefit from $50,000 to $100,000 and ensuring all families of the victims from recent prison attacks receive that benefit.

• Ensured access to clean, safe drinking water, setting aside more than $10 million to provide drinking water to those impacted

by GenX contamination and to fund the state’s efforts to address PFAs and their threat to safe drinking water.

• Expanded statewide access to broadband, establishing the Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) program to address broadband needs in the state's rural areas.

• Ensured the state is well-prepared for the future by increasing the rainy day fund to its highest total ever. The savings reserve is now at $2 billion, the highest figure in state history.

Lawmakers also increased the amount of state funds automatically going into savings each year.

• Provided more than $160 million in needed disaster relief assistance to families and communities devastated by Hurricane Matthew.

• Passed bills giving voters a choice on whether to amend the North Carolina Constitution to keep income taxes low, preserve the right to hunt and fish, strengthen victims’ rights, establish a system to fill judicial vacancies, ensure a bipartisan Board of Elections and establish a Voter ID law.

• Passed additional reforms to the state’s burdensome regulatory environment to cut through red tape that chokes off economic growth.

• Helped combat the opioid addiction crisis by passing the STOP Act to ensure highlyaddictive prescription drugs are responsibly administered and not over-prescribed, and the HOPE Act to give law enforcement the tools they need to battle the opioid crisis.

• Added thousands of slots to the state’s pre-K program and developed a plan to eliminate 100 percent of the state’s waitlist for at-risk children by 2021.

• Funded the changes necessary to “raise the age” in North Carolina, ensuring 16- and 17year olds suspected of misdemeanor offenses and less serious felonies will be tried as juveniles instead of adults by December 2019.

• Invested hundreds of millions

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Matrimony Creek... Continued on Page 3 tiful Matrimony Creek waterfall located just south of Price Road.

The trail is adjacent to the Ellerbe Heights and Price Park neighborhoods which were developed in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Douglass Elementary School is also in close proximity to the trail. Phase II of this project will include an outdoor classroom and pathway so students can access the trail for field trips. This second stage will be completed during the 2018-19 City of Eden fiscal year which ends on June 30, 2019.

The tentative speakers for the August 9th event include: Johnny Farmer, Master of Ceremonies; Janet Silvers, Duke Energy; Angela Hampton, Eden City Councilwoman; Nate Wood, Pastor, Hampton Heights

Baptist Church; Martha Hopkins, Realtor and donator of Matrimony Creek property and Neville Hall, Mayor of Eden Kona Ice will serve refreshments and groups of attendees will walk the trail after the ribbon cutting. For more information on this event, contact Johnny Farmer at 336623-2110 or Cindy Adams at 336-552-6132.

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Continued from Page 2 of additional dollars for transportation, including an increase to the Strategic Transportation Investments Program (STIP) of more than $274 million, to allow more than 90 new highway projects to be built over a ten-year period, improving mobility and safety, reducing congestion and spurring economic development.

In addition, hundreds of structurally deficient bridges will be replaced and thousands of miles of roads resurfaced.

• Accelerated the construction of hundreds of road and bridge projects by passing the Build N.C. Act which allows the state Department of Transportation (DOT) to use a new financing tool to access up to $300 million each year over the next ten years in order to complete smaller road projects that otherwise would be constructed much later.

• Allocated more than $370 million in lottery funds to assist counties with critical public school building needs.

• Protected North Carolina’s family farms, passing the N.C. Farm Act of 2018 which contains numerous provisions aimed at supporting the state’s largest industry and ensuring that farmers have the intended legal protections in the state’s right to farm law.

• Completed a thorough and transparent confirmation hearing process of the governor’s cabinet secretaries, where senators evaluated their qualifications, possible conflicts of interest and willingness to follow the law.

• Strengthened laws against human trafficking and laws to increase awareness of the warning signs of trafficking.

• Funded much-needed additional positions in the state court system, including dozens of new deputy clerks of court and assistant district attorneys.

• Overhauled North Carolina's social service system to address substantial issues in North Carolina’s child welfare program to ensure the safety of kids.

• Created a new North Carolina Teaching Fellows program to attract and retain new Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and special education teachers in North Carolina’s public schools.

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Local Farewells Loved ones of Rockingham County who have recently passed away William Hardin Ashburn, 71 Madison Jennie Allen, 77 - Reidsville Nannie Lunsford Andrews, 86 Virleane McDaniel Baynes, 94 Evelyn Marie James Land Brown, 94 Walter Mitchell Boyd, 62 Peggy Mae Ruth Neal Berry, 86 Madison Teresa Lynn Best, 58 Ralph “Sherrill” Barrow, 64 Mayodan Rebecca “Becky” Scott Bailey, 73 Steve Madison Brown, 66 Reidsville Mary Haithcock Long Bishop, 77 William Woodson Broadnax, Sr., 79 Myrtle Louise Dunlap Young Boone, 81 - Reidsville Deborah Caprice Broadnax Reidsville Teresa Kay Tilley Chavis, 53 - RC Frances Trent Carroll Cox, 95 Reidsville Charles Carter, 46

Barry Lyn Cox, 62 Bernice Eaves Connally Treva Grey Curry, 70 - Eden John Thomas " Tommy" Cooke, 68 Naomi Slaughter DeLancey, 89 - RC Charles Goy Deans, 64 Dixie Marie Overby Davis, 83 Reidsville Charles Edward Dalton “Eddie”, 37 Lisa Renee Martin Ensign, 54 Gary Wayne Frye, 65 - Madison Jane Wilson Ferguson, 83 - Eden Thelma James Flynt Jane S. Fuquay, 85 - Madison John Blackburn Fowler, 82 Madison Sonja Ann Smothers Gunn, 78 Madison Meranda Leigh Galindo, 18 - Eden Bessie Louise Southern Grogan, 83 Arthur “Art” Ray Gwaltney, 78 Madison Nellie Joyce Gann, 84 Eugene Allen “Gene” Garrison, 92 Reidsville Grayson Lee (J.R.) Harris, Jr., 75 Reidsville Patricia Anne Haley, 86 Lewis Delano Hutchens, 83 Herbert Frank Hanks, 73 Bobby L. Hill, 82 - Reidsville Grayson Lee (J.R.) Harris, Jr., 75 Reidsville Elizabeth Wright Walker “Lib” Hurt - Reidsville Ronald Michael Joyce, 65 - Eden Mary Jones Joan Witty Matthews Jones, 73 Reidsville Wilma Totten Johnson William Howard “Bill” Joyce, Jr., 83 - Madison Mary Hester Christopher Knight, 93 - RC Donald R. Key, 80 - Madison Matthew Garland Little, 21 Sallie Ann Lemons,72 James Arthur Lawson - Reidsville William Thomas "Tommy" Morton,

Jr., 57 - RC Jerry Oscar Manuel, 71 Georgia Hooper McKinney, 92 Thelma Jean Laws Mathis, 88 Gencie Robertson McRae, 66 District Elder Walter Mims, Jr. Reidsville John Henry Moore - Reidsville Frank W. Morgan, Sr., 91 John Malcolm Morgan, 78 Rhumelle Bondurant "Shirley" Moore Iris Hall Newby, 86 - Eden Raymond O'Dell Neal, Jr. Nancy Lee Pearman John “Wayne” Patterson, 68 - RC Ada Brown Pickrell, 85 - Reidsville Cecil Lee Page, 75 Elder Darren Andre'a Phillips Zane Nathaniel Preston, 46 Madison Mark Allen Ray, 57 Eulala Virginia Flynt Simpson Alma Stanley Strader, 83 Glenda “Sue” Smith, 62 Anita Barnes Stutzenburg, 64 - Eden Robert Clinton Teeters, Sr., 85 Roberta Ann Johnson Torres, 58 Stoneville Mamie Colleen Deaton Thacker, 86 - Reidsville Celicia Clyden Hopkins Turner, 96 Mildred Totten Donald Umstead Charlie Junior Underwood, 88 Patsy Sue Bailey Via, 88 - Eden Mable Moser Westmoreland, 90 Arthur Junior Welch, 74 Minister Remonia Valentine Wilson, 63 Maude Catherine Talley Spencer Wilson, 93 - Reidsville Sandra Jean Worsham, 76 Sarah Tuttle Walker, 86 - Reidsville David Phillip Wilson, 78 Gary Alex Wilson, 58 Norman Leo Watkins Sadie Mae Tate Zimmerman, 76

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Elder Abuse and How to Intervene Elder abuse is widespread.

Every year an estimated 1 in 10 older Americans are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation and that is only part of the picture. Experts believe that elder abuse is significantly underreported, in part because so many of our communities lack the social supports that would make it easier for those who experience abuse to report it.

Research suggests that as few as 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse come to the attention of authorities. The National Adult Protective Association reports the following facts on elder abuse: • Elder abuse is a rampant, largely invisible, expensive, and lethal problem • Older abuse victims are three times more likely to die than non-victimized older persons • Elder abuse costs victims, their families, financial institutions, and taxpayers tens of billions of dollars a year • Older adults and younger adults with disabilities are the only victims of crime and abuse which receive no designated support for protective and other victim services from the U.S. government.

Elder abuse refers to intentional or negligent acts by a caregiver or trusted individual that causes harm to an older person. Elder abuse takes on many forms, including: abuse, financial exploitation, exploitation of the person, caretaker neglect, self-neglect, and abuse. Fiscal year 2017-2018, Rockingham County Department of Social Services has seen a 43% increase in Adult Protective Services (APS) calls and a 68% increase in cases accepted for an APS evaluation. The significant increase in reports suggests the community at-large is recognizing and reporting concerns of abuse, neglect, or exploitation to keep elders and disabled adults safe.

If you suspect an elderly or disabled adult is being abused, neglected or exploited, please call (336) 342-1394, extension 7168 to report your concerns.

Across North Carolina, Department of Social Services employees are helping meet the needs of our state’s most vulnerable populations. They serve as first responders in cases of abuse and neglect. Our Adult Protective Services, along with other community partners, participate in a multidisciplinary elder abuse team to address system problems revealed in cases. This team works together to identify ways to help improve resources and services for older and disabled adults impacted by elder abuse and neglect. We believe that this is a wonderful opportunity to bring awareness to the issue of elder abuse in Rockingham County and improve outcomes for the most vulnerable adults in our community.

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Fair Funeral Home asks that you download the Vital ICE (In Case of Emergency) app, from either the Apple App Store or Google Play, for your smart phone and enter in their code: #2163. The business is making this potentially life-saving app available for free to download in the community as a way of showing their gratitude for allowing them to serve you.

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Letter to the Editor: Dear Editor, Party politics can drive us crazy if we go along with the craziness. Recently the North Carolina legislature showed their craziness by changing the election of judges to be political party based. (See House Bill 100 in 2017) My son Gabriel Zeller is an independent and has been for a long time. As an attorney, and now as a candidate for District Judge in Rockingham County, he explains to me that he is independent because judges are supposed to be completely independent. No Democrats, no Republicans, just citizens. He says that “Justice is his party and the Constitution is his platform.” Why should political parties be involved in district court decisions.There is no place for politics in that courtroom. Family matters, crime and other property dispute issues are matters of justice and mercy and not matters of gerrymandering and money. This new law needs to be rejected by voters in both parties and back candidates for judge on the merits of their character and their ability to uphold the constitution and apply it evenhandedly to everyone.

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Call for location. 336-627-4854 • TOPS - TOPS (Takes off pounds sensibly) Mon. at 5:45 pm at the Central Christian Ch., 233 Stadium Dr. Eden. www. tops.org or call 1-800-YEA-TOPS. or 919-621-3613. Laurasgw@gmail.com Brenda Denson 627-1086 or Pat Elske at 627-0057.

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CHRONIC DISEASE CARE • Parkinson's Support Group Call 336-627-8510 to register and for dates and times • HOUSE CALLS - RADIO SHOW 1490 AM • WMYN AM 11am & 7pm, 2nd & 4th Wednesday ANNIE PENN HOSPITAL REIDSVILLE BRAIN INJURY AND STROKE SUPPORT GROUP (for survivors/family/caregivers) Mon., Aug. 20, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

LEAF Center, 104 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville. Casey Cockerham at 336951-4557 or Asheley Cooper at 336-3472328.

GROUP DIABETES CLASSES Monday, Aug. 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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

Life Changes Bldg, 7586 NC HWY 770 Eden. (336) 623-8584 • Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Tuesday • “A Vision for You” Group – 6:00pm St. Thomas Episc. Church, 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville (336) 349-3511 Wednesday • Sparrow Group - 8:00pm William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St., Reidsville (800)591-6474 • “Circle of Love” Group - 8:00pm Open Discussion - UNC Rockinghanm Health Center (fomerly Morehead Hospital) 117 E. Kings Hwy., Eden -(336) 623-9711 Thursday • Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Friday • “A Vision for You” Group – 8:00pm Open Discussion, St. Thomas Epi. Ch..

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

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ALANON Thursday • Draper Al-Anon Group - 7:00pm First United Methodist Church 130 Main Street - Draper • Madison-Mayodan Group – 8:00pm Episcopal Church of the Messiah 114 S. 2nd Ave. – Mayodan Sunday Paths to Recovery – 7:00pm Reidsville Alliance Church 1300 Freeway Dr. - Reidsville ARC OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, INC. MONTHLY DANCE - 2nd Thurs. of every month. - Rockingham Wellness Center, 570 S. Van Buren, Laynes Bldg 6:30 - 8:00. Call 336-552-8576 • ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS - Annie Penn Call for date & times. South Day Room.

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

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

TEEN PARENT SUPPORT GROUP 3rd Tuesday of month at 6:30pm at Leaksville UMC. Ashley May at 6236002.

MOPS - Reidsville MOPS - Contact Kelly at 348-1634 or - Rockingham MOPS - Contact Heidi at 427-2712

Meetings & Classes WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB 2nd Tues. each month at 6:30 at the Rock. Co. Co-Op Extention Office at 525 NC 65, Reidsville. Call Monnette Rich 336-951-2526 or Mary Jo Boswell 336-342-4346 STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB At the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. 3rd Tuesday of month - 7pm Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005 INTELLIGENCE RURITAN CLUB Bethany area meets on 1st Tuesday at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall of the Comers Chapel Bapt.Church, Bald Hill Loop, Madison. Text 336 686 6013 or email intelligenceruritans@yahoo.com REIDSVILLE CHARTER CHAPTER OF ABWA Meets the third Tuesday of every month at Fursty's Restaurant on Freeway Drive in Reidsville at 6:30 pm.

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RC FEDERATED REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB 3rd Sat. of every month at 9:30 am for snacks, Meeting begins at 10 am. Meeting at the Rock.

Co. Republican Headquarters, 221 Piedmont St., Reidsville.

RC AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of month. 708 Barnes St., Reidsville (Salvation Army Gym.) 434-203-3050 EDEN EVENING LION’S CLUB Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of month at Santana’s, Eden at 6:30am.

NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES – Chapter 1161 – 3rd Wed. each month at 11:30 a.m Mayflower Seafood Rest., 1641 Freeway Dr., Reidsville, . All federal active, retired empl. & spouses & postal & military) Tom Lovell – 336-623-1081.

THE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION OF EDEN Shelby Baker 939-2230 or Norma Woody 623-8807 ROCK. CO. DEMOCRATIC PARTY MONTHLY MEETING 3rd Tuesday of Month 7pm - 8:30pm Room 211, Advanced Tech. Bldg, RCC

Military Groups

• ROCK. CO. PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP - Detachment of Marine Corps League - All Marines, active/inactive, Navy Corpsmen and Navy Chaplins that served with FMF Marine Units and Spouses. 2nd Thur. of each mo. Eat 6pm, meet 7 pm at the Agriculture Building, 525 Hwy 65, Wentworth. Joe Zanetti 336-623-6779 • AMERICAN LEGION POST 534 Post 534 - at 302 N. 12th Av. Mayodan .

Rock. Co. Post. The 2nd Saturday at 11 AM. Post CDR. David Bray: 336-601-7176 • AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS 2nd Sat. of month at 9:30 AM at Post Building, 302 N. 12th Ave., Mayodan.

American Legion, Auxiliary or Sons of AL with a street legal motorcycle welcome. Bill Morey 276-340-5091 or billmoreyf1@gmail.com • THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS OF ROCK. CO. 2nd Monday. Chapter 63 -Ag. Building at 525 HWY NC 65, Wentworth, (old Wentworth School. Room 180) Social 6 pm, meeting at 7 pm. Transportation for veterans to VA appts if needed. (336) 349-6040. Volunteers Needed. (336) 394-0080.

• AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 2nd Thursdays of Month at 7PM at the legion. Call Curtis Pierce at 336-6239481 leave message.

• AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 Reidsville, 2nd Sat. of month 10 am (breakfast at 9am) Behind Auto Zone in Reidsville. 336-932-9082, leave message.

• AMVETS - Local group. All Veterans and service men & women welcome.

Willard (Woody) Waters at 336-635-1786 or woodyeee@embarqmail.com • DAV AUXILIARY - New info: 2nd Tuesday of month, Noon at the Golden Coral in Reidsville.

Betty Gatewood at 336-623-7027 • VFW POST 8297- 2nd Sat. of month at 961 Church St. Ext., Reidsville,

Noon. Bobby Jones 336-349-7733 • VFW POST 7033 -1st Tuesday of month at 301 12th Ave., Mayodan, 7 PM. Donald Bien,CDR 336-548-3431.

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

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

Please call ahead: 336-573-9900.

Handicapped access available, let us know your needs . No plumbing facilities at this meeting and no temperature control. Dress accordingly.

Community Help

GOODWILL CAREER CENTERS GED, Computer Skills Classes, Employability Skills Classes, Job Leads, Network Room, Resume Assistance For information or to register for classes: Eden –336-623-3007 Reidsville – 336-637-1010 Mayodan – 336-949-4849 ROCKINGHAM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE - 926 Washington St., Eden. Every Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thurs - Fri. 10-4. Tax ded.

Free large pickup. 336-627-0160.

FACE THE WORLD FOUNDATION registering volunteer host families for international exchange students for the 20142015 school year. Call 910-308-9458.

MEALS FOR THE HUNGRY • SALVATION ARMY -Mon. thru Fri. 12:00-12:30 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden Sun. 9:30 worship, 11am Sunday School.

MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time.

Anyone 60 +, Activities, good food & fun Hot Nutritious Lunches • HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206 Site Manager-Donna Fulp • LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St., Eden Contact Pat Fargis 623-5343 • MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave., May. - 336-445-9840 Misty Adkins

Church Events “Church Events” is for Special Occasions that Churches in the county offer the public such as Revivals, Music, Guest Speakers, Programs, Vacation Bible Schools and more. For up to 10 Lines (or less) the fee is $10 The listing will be in the public’s hands for a full month and online, so be sure to tell the public what your place of worship has to offer them.

Call 336-627-9234 and ask for Elizabeth or Lisa.

REFORMERS UNANIMOUS ADDICTIONS PROGRAM Complete, Free recovery program meeting at ROBERTS MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Every Friday evening 7-9, Ph. 336-344-5083 203 Memorial Baptist Church Rd. Stoneville NC 27048 www.robertsmemorialbaptistchurch.org Why Are You Still Addicted? We can Help.

• SHAW CHRISTIAN CHURCH 208 The Boulevard, Eden • 336-635-2277 Thursday Service 6:30pm - Biblical Learning / Bible Study Saturday 6:30pm - Worship Service Now accepting volunteers for our Children’s Ministry for Thursday and Saturdays • EDEN BAPTIST CHURCH Eden Baptist Church The Church With A For You! 320 The Boulevard ~ Eden, NC Specialized Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer 7 p.m.

Children & Youth Programs 7 p.m.

336-623-3515; www.EdenBaptistChurch.org • EDEN CHURCH OF CHRIST 250 The Boulevard, Eden, NC • 276-340-2653 James Oldfield • awordfromthelord@gmail.com SUNDAY 9am Bible Class • 10am Worship Thursday 7pm Bible Study Also: Call In Live Thurs 9pm on WGSR Star News 47.1 Live Call In at WLOE Sundays at 5pm • REDEMPTION ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH 2131 Hwy. 14, Reidsville, NC 27320 • 336-420-8805 Pastor D.L. Bray • Youth Pastor Luke Bray #RevivallnReidsville • Van Ministry • Ladies & Mens Ministry • Youth Ministry • Food Pantry Mininstry Sunday School 10am / Sunday AM Worship 11AM Sunday Evening 5pm / Wed. Night 7pm Preaching from the King James Bible

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Events of Interest • REIDSVILLE NUTRITION SITE Reidsville Salvation Army 704 Barnes St., 349-4923 ext. 106 • ROCKINGHAM RESCUE MISSION 618 Early Avenue, Eden • 336-623-2133 Tues., Wed. & Thurs 11:00-12:30 • FOOD BANK Every Friday 11am 1pm Stoneville Pent. Holiness Ch., Hwy 770, Stoneville. Free food to all in need.

Ongoing Events DANCE - LARRY J’S 1201 Old Leaksville Rd., Ridgeway, Va. Friday with the House Rockers Saturday - Various Guest Bands Doors Open at 6pm Music from 7pm - 9:45pm No Alcohol • Smoke Free Concessions Available Adults $6 Donation, 12 & Under Free For Info Contact Wayne at 276-956-1337 or 276-340-6212 TRIAD DAYLILY FANS & NTL GARDEN CLUB - Meets the 1st Sunday of month. Plant sales Sept-May 2 - 4pm, 4301 Lawndale Dr, Greensboro.

Lynne 336 456 4509

"ART IN THE GARDEN" A conversation on how our community can develop an art center in Eden. We have a Public Facebook Group www.facebook.com/groups/10333114066 90931/) with an ongoing discussion.

CASCADE COM. CENTER DANCE # 621 (3561 Huntington Trail) Cascade Virginia. Doors open 5:30 pm, Concessions avail. Music Friday night from 7-10 pm

by Cascade Express with Eddy Irving & Friends and Bluegrass the 1st and 3rd Sat. THE BARN 151 Gant Rd. Eden, N.C. - Tuesday Night at “The Barn” Open Jam 6:15PM, Doors Open 7 p.m. Also Saturdays at “The Barn” Music at 7:00 PM. Call Jerry Wilson 336-706-1018 or Debbie Wilson 336-706-2144 DANCE: TEXAS “T” BAND AT JEFFERSON PENN MASONIC LODGE, 110 S. Main St., Reidsville Saturday 6pm, Dance at 7pm. No Alcohol, smoke free. Adults $5 don., Under 11 free.

SENIOR DANCES -REIDSVILLE EVENTS CENTER -Downtown Reidsville @ 223 S. Scales St. - Tuesday -

Bluegrass Night 7pm - 9:30pm - Thursday - Classic Country with City Limits Band 7pm: 9:30pm Bob or Myra Tudor at 336-3426770.

VFW WEEKLY DANCE Every Thursday 7pm - 10pm Live Music, Refresh. Avail.

No Alcohol • $5 donation at door VFW Bldg., 302 N. 12th Ave. Mayodan, NC

Upcoming Events • RIVERFEST is one of the largest events in our County take place in beautiful Downtown Eden on Sept. 14th & 15th. It will feature two stages of live music, food & beverages, river excursions, over 100 artisans & crafters, trick roper, beer garden, amusements and so much more! We would like to invite all artisans, crafters and civic groups to submit your applications. ww.ExploreEdenNC.com.

Commerce. 303 S. Scales St., Reidsville NC • OPENING RECEPTION LEE FOWLKES GALLERY 43 W. Main St. Yanceyville, NC featuring artists from the Danville Art League. 5-7 pm . Please join the Caswell Council for the Arts as they showcase members of the Danville Art League. Meet the artists, view their work, and enjoy complimentary refreshments. All are invited to attend. The exhibit will be on display until August 30th. Visit www.ccfta.org for more info.

TEMPTATIONS IN THE GARDEN October 4th 6-9pm. Spray Merchantile Courtyard and Canalside. 413 Church St., Eden, NC. Food, art, baked good Jazz band and history. $20 in advance, $35 per couple) $25 each at door. Call Eden Chamber for tickets at 336-623-3336.

Free Job Seekers Workshop on Monday, August 13 – Friday, August 17 9a.m.–Noon at Triad Goodwill’s Mayodan Career Center, 6625 NC Hwy 135, Mayodan. The Computer Basics for Job Seekers Workshop will teach students to become more comfortable with technology to aid in your job search and applications. Instruction by RCC. Call 336.949.4849 for more information.

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SUMMER ON THE SQUARE! Music on the Square September 22, Eric & The Chill Tones (Back To The Beach), 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Beer Garden sponsored by the Reidsville Chamber of

THIS MONTH IN ROCKINGHAM COUNTY SATURDAY, AUGUST 4TH • DRBA’S FIRST SATURDAY OUTING - Dan River Basin Association's (DRBA) 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 4. 6.5-mile paddle on Dan River from Milton Access (Rt 62 Bridge, GPS 36.5407, -79.2149) to Leggett's Bottom Access (US 58 Bridge) Dress in synthetic fabric, you may get wet, and bring boat, paddles, life jackets , lunch, and water. Free and open to the public. Wayne Kirkpatrick, wynbtyk@embarqmail.com, 540-570-3511 www.danriver.org • Dan River Boat Race - Check-in and registration will be held from 7:30am-9:45am at 775 Lindsey Bridge Rd, Madison NC 27025 which is the Lindsey Bridge Access. Competition will end at 150 Water St, Madison NC 27025 also known as the 704 Bridge Access. The cost is $25 for pre-registration, $30 for on-site Registration and the pre-registration deadline is 3:00 pm on August 3, 2018. People may also register at the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Dept.

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MONDAY, AUGUST 6TH • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING. ON THE ROAD: Mad/May Rec. Center, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. All Meetings are at 6:30PM

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• CANOE THE MAYO RIVER - Mayo River State Park (4-5 hour float) Summer 2018 10:00am Free guided trip open to the first 11 people to register at the park office. Call 336-427-2530 to sign up or for more inform. and directions.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 17TH • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING. Governmental Center, 371 NC Hwy. 65, Wentworth, NC. All Meetings are at 6:30PM • AARON MANUEL MEMORIAL CRUIZE-IN - Downtown Stoneville, NC 5pm - 8pm Every 3rd Friday thru September Sponsored by Carolina Cruizers in support of the Barry L. Joyce Local Cancer Support Fund.

Contact Michael Manuel 336-404-5565

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18TH • 2ND MADISON FREETOWN SEMINAR. 1:30pm Sponsored by the MARC, held at the Madison Mayodan Public Libary. City and County Historians to share their knowledge about the area Freetown. Open to the public.

Light refreshements provided. Contact Fletcher Dalton for details at 336-932-3521.

• Infinity Acres Ranch Fundraiser - at Christ Episcospal Church, 321 E. Church St., Eden. (Llamas will greet you in the parking lot!!!!) Spaghetti dinner, Adults $8, Children under 8 $4. Carryout available, too. 50/50 raffles, donation accepted. Support this local non-profit. www.infinityacres.org.

MONDAY, AUGUST 20TH • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING. Governmental Center, 371 NC Hwy. 65, Wentworth, NC. All Meetings are at 6:30PM

THURSDAY, AUGUST 23RD • GROWN & GATHERED - 7PM A seasoned chef has designed a mouth-watering menu based on regional recipes and local ingredients. $50 per person or $90 per couple includes Dinner, two drinks and local handmade pottery plate. For tickets please call Cindy Adams 336-612-8049 or Debbie Moore at 336-344-5539. Seating is limited! Proceeds benefit local food pantry and The Fine Arts Festival. Sponsored by Eden Tourism Development.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25TH • TOUCH A TRUCK - 10am - 1pm - Henry Street, off Washington Street, downtown Eden (Leaksville area).

Admission is a food item for the Kids Backpack Food Program. Police Cars, Fire Trucks, Military Vehicles, Construction Vehicles, Public Works Trucks and much more! Visit: exploreedennc.com for more information • BACK TO SCHOOL BASH - FREE COMMUNITY EVENT at First Presbyterian Church & Community Partners Presents Back To School Bash & Festival 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Located at First Presbyterian Church of Eden (Behind Wal-Mart in Eden) School Supply Giveaways, Free Children’s Hair Cuts, Children’s Activities, Food, & Much More.

• FREEDOM PARK MUSIC AND CRUZ IN - 6:30 REMEDY (COUNTRY, ROCK, FUNK) These events are held at the Kiwanis Amphitheatre at Freedom Park in Eden. Cruz In starts at 5:50. Live music starts at 6:30 pm. Event is open to the public and FREE. Bring your Lawn Chairs! Mark your calendars!

Sponsored by the Eden Parks and Rec. Dept. and held the last Saturday of each month. 50/50 drawings, concessions, cornhole, door prizes and more.

• SUMMER ON THE SQUARE! 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Music on the Square: Trailblazers (Contemporary Bluegrass), Beer Garden sponsored by the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce. 303 S. Scales St., Reidsville

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336-613-2455 Helena Bryant’s Annual RIVER RAT – POLECAT REUNION

Join us for all the fun as we eat and talk about the old days when we lived across the river from each other in Spray.

Fisherman’s Galley 130 E. Meadow Rd., Eden • 336-623-2220 August 31st, 2018 11am EVERYONE WELCOME!

Job Seeker’s Corner Goodwill Career Services on the move!

The Eden Career Center has taken on a new form and has gone mobile! Services that were provided in our previous location will now be offered in a variety of community partner locations, such as the Eden Library and Rockingham Rescue Mission.

This new program model will allow us to really be a part of the community and we believe will increase community accessibility in order to help job seeking individuals who need our services the most.

We will still provide the same quality services, such as Career Coaching, Resume Assistance, Interview Preparation, Job Leads and Application assistance, Workshops, Career fairs and Hiring events.

We are developing a regular schedule, so please check for updates on our Facebook page or our website www.triadgood-

RCC students named to academic lists Rockingham Community College announces those named to the fall semester 2017 President’s List and Dean’s List. To be eligible for the President’s List students must maintain a 4.00 GPA within the semester with at least 12 college level credit hours attempted during Fall and Spring or 9 credit hours attempted during Summer.

PRESIDENT’S LIST Advance: Katherine Alise Bures Asheboro: Jennifer Love Miller Eden: Karsen Hunter Agee, Mark Anthony Butler, Erin Hunter Collins, Christina Joy Davis, OlgaDiazRios, Stephanie Denise Haizlip Davenport, Don Garland Hendrix, Tiffany Paine Kirkman, William Anthony Mosteller, Joy A Patterson, Latoria Levette Pettie, Caroline Elizabeth Stewart, Garth Samuel Swartzlander, Reece Chander Thompson, Woodrow Anderson Wall, Katie Emily Webster, Lauren Nicole Wilson Greensboro: Cheyenne Taylor Noah, Stephen Brian Way High Point: Andrew James Carter Madison: Alan Michael Bullins, William Erin Heath, Candace Nichole Johnson, Elizabeth Gail Morris, Ivey Michelle Thacker Mayodan: Brandi E. McCoy McCleansville: Allyson M. Feder Pelham: Shana Raye Dalton, Amy Marie McKinney Reidsville: Mary Elizabeth Allen, Anthony Craig Anders, Valerie Dawn Brame, Brittany Shay Chapmon, Brianna Michelle Dove, Brent Alexander Epling, Adam William Evans, Terri V Farlee, Mary Grace Finger, Kayla Nicole Hacker, Danika Jamie Haskins, Nikita Shalay Hayes, Jo B Jones, Kensington Bay Laube, Payton Laube, Charles Randall Martin, Jonathon David McDonald, Maegan Elizabeth McNeal, Margaret Elizabeth Peele, Matthew Glen Petty, Morgan Brooke Pillar, Shonda Perdue Pulliam, Maria Estrada Rudd, Jessica Paige Smith, Jennifer Ann Somers, Cassandra Marie Tilley, Cori Huffines Westmoreland Ruffin: Zachary Bryan Austin, Kiersten Elizabeth Dery, Tiffany Michelle Easter, Jayrin Dale Paul Harris, Alyssa Jolee Kutlik, Heather Danielle Nichol Lovelace, Dustin Powell Sandy Ridge: Nicole Leigh Foley Stokesdale: Savannah Sage Martin, Candace Paige Ward Stoneville: Chaz Alonta Blackstock, Sarah Anne Richardson, Kaitlyn Sierra Sexton, Tyler Jordan Sexton Summerfield: Daniel Brian Knight Walnut Cove: Joshua James Mendenhall Whitsett: Kaelyn Denae Thompson DEAN’S LIST To be eligible for the Dean’s List students must maintain a 3.25 GPA within the semester with at least 12 college level credit hours attempted during Fall and Spring or 9 credit hours attempted during Summer, with no grade less than a C. Asheboro: Lakema Marie Herb Belews Creek: Shannon Lorraine Jaggie Burlington: Brittney Nicole Vann China Grove: Walker Harrison Joyce, Hayden Houston Wilson Eden: Jennifer Marie Barton, Courtney Elise Blackstock, Avery Emill Dillard, Joshua Eric Ellington, Kasey Alexandra Ellis, Stephen Todd Gammons, Summer Reyes Gould, Anna Elizabeth Griffin, Maria Carolina Jauregui, HannahNicole Johnson, Robert Leonard Jordan, Hannah Christina Kallam, Hannah Barnes Lesueur, Cody Michael Mader, Deshauna Naja Mayo, Jayla Lucinda Oldfield, Alisha Diane Ore, Victoria Brooke Ore, Savannah Marie Parker, Taeja Simone Pass, Jonathan Michael Rivenbark, Hannah Renae Slaughter, Alexandria Leigh Stokes, Parker Grace Stophel, Alaa Kamal Suleiman, Sylvia Celesta Wilson Elon: Brayson Greer Shaffner Greensboro: Briana Nicole Barnes, Riiva Dawn Bradley, Ashleigh Nicole Grinnell, Chelsea Villanueva Kampen, Sara Ann Reitzel, Jessica Ashton Roberts, Adriana Wilson Hendersonville: Michael James Connelly Hickory: Dominic Michael Colosimo Madison: Jack Barnett, Emily Nicole Brumagin, Jenna Brooke Bullins, Crosby Knight Butler, Savannah Claire Collins, Wendy Murphy Dunnavant, Synclair Parker Academic List Fultz, Lauren Taylor Irving, Stephen Miller, Jacob Martin Neal, Mark

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Seeds of Hope by Samuel Moore-Sobel Dulling the Sting of Rejection You forget how much it tion is similar in nature to experiphysical pain. hurts. The pain felt nearly encing unavoidable, clouding your sense Emotionally, it is hard not to of well-being while eradicating process being turned away withnearly every ounce of self-confi- out allowing our view of ourselves to be distorted. dence in your posCausing us to question session.

It our talents or abilities, shouldn’t matter, possibly even forcing you tell yourself. us to reconsider the But it does. And it wisdom in pursuing likely always will. the path to which we Rejection. A aspire. key part of our I felt myself human existence; succumbing to these yet somehow, Moore-Sobel negative thoughts as I experience does litreeled from this tle to lessen the unwanted news. Until effects of its reach.

My most recent rejection I realized that rejection is not a was experienced as a result of a determinant of future success; newfound desire to rescue previ- nor is it always a reflection on ously crafted prose from continu- our individual work. In the case ing to collect metaphorical dust of writing, a piece could easily within the documents folder on have been rejected for reasons my computer. Shaking off the entirely unrelated to the quality cobwebs of my unpublished of the writing. Same thing goes work, I increased my submis- for musicians, actors, and businessman alike. Even in our persions to several publications.

Within a week, I had already sonal lives, a rejection may say more about the other person than received my first rejection.

The e-mail began with a it does about us.

It is highly unlikely that any thank you, extending a courtesy to presumably soften the coming of us will ever reach a place where rejection fails to illicit blow.

“This is an interesting topic, even the smallest bit of sadness. but the piece is missing the con- However, adversity never fails to nection to a bigger picture idea, present an opportunity for growth. There is nothing wrong the reflection or takeaway...”

The words hit me like a ton with re-evaluating our life in the wake of rejection; but, it is of bricks.

In the case of writers, expe- important to remind ourselves in riencing rejection is far from these moments of who we are.

We live in a world that often unique. Even the most famous of authors have experienced having defines our personhood by the their work turned away. Authors level of success achieved. The such as Gertrude Stein, Jack lines on our resume taking preceKerouac, J.K. Rowling all had dent over all other qualities. Yet manuscripts rejected by publish- the essence of who we are as human beings transcends any ers.

Rejection is not limited to arbitrary list of impressive writers. Steve Jobs was forced achievements. Besides, the lives out of the company he once we live and the relationships we began. The Beatles, U2, form are far more important than Madonna and Elvis all struggled the successes we log along the in their early careers to break way.

Within a few days, the sting through. There are countless stories, too many to recount, of of rejection began to subside, artists and businessmen and writ- aided by my willingness to get ers and actors who spent years back up and try again. Realizing being misunderstood before mak- that the future is far from guaranteed, with plenty of opportunities ing it big.

Most of us experience an for both success and failure on inordinate amount of rejection the road ahead. So the next time over the course of our lives. you experience that muchWhether personally or profes- loathed feeling of rejection felsionally, rejection is far from out low readers, take heart. Your next of the ordinary. We fail to obtain rejection may lead to your greatevery job for which we interview, est success; and, even if you or secure a date with everyone to experience more rejection along whom we are attracted. the way, you have the power to Experiencing rejection, no matter ensure it doesn’t define you. how unpleasant, is nearly a guarSamuel Moore-Sobel is a antee. freelance writer. To have words Despite this, we oftentimes of hope delivered directly to your let rejection get the better of us. inbox, visit www.holdingontoAccording to Psychology Today, hopetoday.com to subscribe to the way our brain reacts to rejec- his blog today.

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Rockingham County Manager Lance Metzler, and Rockingham County's NC Association of County Commissioners’ (NCACC) County Management Fellow Marcus Slade, participated in the 2018 North Carolina City & County Management Association's (NCCCMA) Summar Seminar in June at Atlantic Beach. They were involved in workshops plus Metzler was sworn in as the COME BY TODAY FOR A MILK SHAKE! Slade NCCCMA Program Committee Chair and on the Board of Executive Directors.

Metzler Metzler said, "these leadership opportunities, on a statewide basis, are very valuable because of the wealth of information, the dialogue, and interaction you receive regarding key community issues. I am thankful to serve in these capacities and to represent Rockingham County."

Slade said, " My main takeaways from the summer seminar were that it takes time and dedication to be a great public servant.

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Health Records on iPhone Now Available to Cone Health Patients Cone Health offers a simple and secure way to access your medical data.

Cone Health now supports Health Records on iPhone®.

This brings the health information of patients at Cone Health hospitals, clinics and physician practices into the existing Apple Health app making it easy for patients to see their available medical data from multiple providers whenever they choose.

Patients can already access their Cone Health medical records through the MyChart app and will need to have a MyChart account to use Health Records. Patients can go to ConeHealth.com and click “MyChart” at the top to obtain an account and then enjoy the convenience of using Health Records on iPhone.

Previously, patients’ with medical records from different health care organizations had to log into each provider’s website and piece together the information manually. Apple® worked with the health care community to take a consumer-friendly approach and created Health Records based on FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources), a standard for transferring electronic medical records.

Now, patients will have medical information from

participating institutions organized into one view, covering allergies, conditions, immunizations, lab results, medications, procedures and vitals, and will receive notifications when their data is updated. Health Records data is encrypted and protected with the user’s iPhone passcode, Touch ID or Face ID. “We want people to take charge of their health. Our patients want to take charge of their health,” says Dr. Valerie Leschber, chief medical information officer, Cone Health. “Literally putting their health history into a patient’s hands, will go a long way toward making that happen.”

For more information on Health Records, visit: https://www.apple.com/ healthcare/health-records/

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It’s just about that time again: Time to switch from swimsuits to school clothes and from beach bags to backpacks. That’s the easy part.

What about preparing your child to have the healthiest and safest school year possible? Here’s a handy checklist to help.

1. Schedule medical, eye, and dental checkups. Before school starts, check with the pediatrician to see if your child needs any immunizations.

Vision and hearing tests are also a good idea, although schools perform hearing tests during certain grades.

If your child is playing sports, ask the pediatrician whether a special checkup is needed. With certain sports, concussions can be a serious problem. Talk to the doctor about ways to protect your child.

2. Organize your child’s medical history records. Provide copies to your child’s school or daycare providers. I can help you pull some of this together, but this list should include your child’s: • Prescription medications • Medical problems such as asthma or allergies • Previous surgeries • Emergency contacts 3. Communicate about transportation. Some kids get dropped off and picked up by parents. Others carpool. Still others walk, bike, or take the bus. And, of course, teens may have their own wheels.

Regardless, it’s important that your kids be-and-feel safe getting to and from school.

• If you or another adult pick up your child, agree on a time and place for pickups. Explain what to do if the driver is running late.

• If your child walks or bikes, do a dry run and explain any potential traffic hazards.

• If your child or teen takes the bus, find a safe route and agree on a visible pick-up and drop-off spot. Ideally, this is a place where other kids are around and adults can clearly see them.

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Through this program you will work with other parents, meet key education leaders, learn how to reduce barriers for children to be successful and create a project for your local school.

Participation in the Rockingham County Education Foundation’s Parent Engagement Program is open to parents who have or have had children in

public schools or work closely with parents and children.

Parents are defined as anyone who is a caregiver of children.

Participants will be selected on the basis of: • Leadership potential • Interest and/or active participation in schools and community • Willingness to carry out a leadership plan • Commitment to attend all sessions Participants are selected without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin. There is no charge for participation.

Meetings will be held in the Rockingham Community College Advanced Technologies Building, Room 105 at 215 Wrenn Memorial Road, Reidsville, NC 27320.

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Wednesday, September 26, 2018 (orientation, @5:30 pm) Wed., October 24th 2018 Wed., November 28th 2018 Wed., December 12th (school tours) Wed., January 23rd 2019 Wed., February 27th 2019 Wed., March 27th 2019 Wed., April 24th 2019 Wed., May 8th 2019 (graduation) Each participant in the 2018-2019 Parent Engagement Program should commit to attend all sessions and commit to developing a personal leadership plan that will help reduce barriers to learning and improve student achievement for public school children. To graduate from the Parent Engagement Program, you are expected to attend all sessions in their entirety. Participants are also expected to recruit other parents for the Parent Engagement Program and to share their experiences with parents in their community.

Questions? Need an application? Contact Rockingham County Education Foundation. Deadline: Friday, August 31, 2018 Phone: 336-552-0761 Email: dawn@helprockinghamstudents.org

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Cone Health Honored for Work in Tackling Health Care Disparities This marks the first time the American Hospital Association has recognized an organization for two consecutive years.

For the second consecutive year, the American Hospital Association (AHA) has cited Cone Health as an honoree for its efforts to reduce health care disparities and advance diversity and inclusion. The award will be presented July 27 at the AHA Leadership Summit in San Diego. This marks the first time an organization has been recognized in consecutive years.

“To be recognized for our work around diversity for two years in a row is a powerful yet humbling achievement,” says Paul Jeffrey, president, Wesley Long Hospital, senior vice president and chief inclusion officer, Cone Health. “It is validation of our commitment and dedication to health equity and a reminder to us of the journey ahead.”

“Every day, hospitals and health systems strive to be leaders, innovators and connectors in their communities, within their leadership and staff, and across the field,” said AHA President and CEO Rick Pollack. “This year’s Equity of Care winner and honorees are pushing the field forward in diversity, inclusion and health equity. They have demonstrated that hospitals and health systems are committed to understanding the social determinants of health within their communities and are on the frontlines of bridging the gaps of equity within the field.”

Addressing health care disparities is a strategic priority for Cone Health. Initiatives include efforts to find health care inequities to programs aimed at preventing them.

• Cone Health recently created a team that looks for patterns in care and outcomes. The team then makes changes that improve care to those groups where care is not as effective as in other groups.

• Cone Health leadership has undergone unconscious bias training. The training is being developed for frontline staff.

• The Area Health Education Center at Cone Health created a visual-based tool kit that provides basic health inform. to refugees who speak Swahili.

“Addressing health care inequity is very important work, especially because of the history and complexity of the communities we serve,” says Laura Vail, director, Cone Health Office of Inclusion and Health Equity.

“Listening to our communities is vital. We would have never gotten this far without the Greensboro Health Disparities Collaborative and other community partners.”

The AHA Equity of Care Award is awarded annually and was created to recognize outstanding efforts among hospitals and health care systems to advance equity of care to all patients, and to spread lessons learned and progress toward achieving health equity.

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What it a continuous glucose monitor?

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How is the data removed from the sensor?

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How long do you wear the sensor?

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VASCULAR SCREENING Q: What is Vascular Screening?

A: A Vascular Scan is an ultrasound of the carotids, aorta and leg arteries.

Q: Why would I be interested in having this test performed?

A: This test is for anyone over the age of 50 years of age. It shows whether you might be at high risk for a Stoke, Aortic Aneurysm and/or Peripheral Vascular Disease.

Q: How long does it take to have this test performed? Where?

A: The Vascular Scan only takes approximately fifteen (15) minutes and performed in our office.

Q: What is the cost of this test?

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Learn to be a Suicide Prevention Educator Workshops coming to Charlotte - August 3,4,10 & 11 Each of these workshops will train everyday heroes like YOU to become an AFSP Suicide Prevention Educator, with the ability to PRESENT our two most requested suicide prevention education courses: • More Than Sad - our training for school staff, parents and teen peer leaders.

• Talk Saves Lives - our introduction to suicide prevention. It is a "Understanding & Preventing Suicide 101" beginners class.

At these workshops, you will learn how to present one/or both of the programs above to your peers & to groups/schools/ houses of faith in your community; what supplies & resources we provide for you at no cost; how to reach out to groups in your community to ask them to host these programs; and how to promote your community presentations once booked.

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Important Tax Reval Info Being Mailed to Rockingham County Property Owners!

Rockingham County Tax Administrator Mark McClintock and his team work hard to keep citizens informed, educated and up-todate about taxes. Each July, the Rockingham County Tax Dept. disseminates an informational insert for County property owners with their tax bills.

Again, this July, the Rockingham County Tax Dept. mailed to property owners an insert showing how County budget dollars are spent, plus information about the Rockingham County Animal Shelter.

This year, McClintock and his staff included essential information for property owners about the 2019 Tax Revaluation coming next year.

Tax Administration is mailed an informational insert with tax bills to make sure all property owners receive these significant details concerning next year's 2019 revaluation.

Please note that the revaluation values are not shown on this year's tax bill!

In 2019, the Tax Dept. will send notices to all property owners of the new 2019 Revaluation values.

If Rockingham County property owners have questions about the upcoming 2019 Revaluation, please feel free to call, write, fax or email County Tax Administrator Mark McClintock: P.O. Box 68, Wentworth, NC, 27375-0068; 336-342-8382; Fax - 336-342-8448; Email - markmc@co.rockingham.nc.us

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Where Does Your Support Go? When someone decides to have a child their life changes.

Depending on the circumstances, the changes can be exhilarating yet unsettling, blissful yet exhausting. The choices have a lasting effect on the child, the mother, and the family. At the pregnancy care center, we help clients through those times.

We meet with clients in a safe and confidential environment. All our services are free and confidential. Through a series of video presentations, printed literature, and oneon -one peer counseling we offer practical information on pregnancy and childbirth, including prenatal emotions, discomforts, nutrition, exercise, labor and delivery, and fetal development.

For the parenting client, through one-on-one counseling and a series of video presentations, we guide the client in making informed decisions enabling them to better raise their child while developing bonds of love and trust.

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Black Tie & Blue Jeans—2018 On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers of Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center, we wish to thank those who supported the sixteenth annual Black Tie & Blue Jeans event held May 5, 2018. With the many acts of selfless and generous giving, the event raised over $43,000. The proceeds from this event help make it possible to continue investing in the lives of women, children, and families in our community.

We were doubly blessed this year to have the personal testimonies of two of our clients. Both families shared their experiences on how the pregnancy center enriched their lives regarding pregnancy, giving birth, and caring for their babies.

The Eden Youth Unity Choir, led by Jamie Galloway, provided the music portion of our program and they did not disappoint! Special thanks go out to everyone who attended this important event. This date truly does make a difference, and we could not continue to do what we do without the support of each person. We are humbled by the confidence you place in us and look forward to seeing you next year. SAVE THE DATE: May 4, 2019

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Constitutional Amendment to Expand Victims’ Rights on Ballot this Fall A bipartisan North Carolina Senate passed legislation in June that would let voters consider a constitutional amendment on the November 2018 ballot to expand the rights of victims of crime and their families.

A victims’ rights amendment was added to North Carolina’s Constitution in 1996, which gave some crime victims basic rights to participate in the justice system, but House Bill 551 further advances those rights by doing the following: • Expands the scope of crimes under which protections to victims are extended.

• Requires that victims receive effective and timely notice of all court proceedings.

• Expands victims’ rights to those victimized by juveniles.

• Gives victims a greater voice by allowing them to be heard at plea, conviction, sentencing or adjudication hearings.

• Creates an enforcement mechanism allowing a victim to file a motion with the court if they are being deprived of their rights.

“This really is a safety and a respect issue. Victims of crimes should not be marginalized. They have rights too, and they deserve the right to be heard, as well as the right to know what’s going on in court proceedings that involve them,” said Sen. Tamara Barringer (R-Wake). “Enshrining this amendment in the Constitution will ensure victim’s rights are enforceable and consistent across all 100 counties in North Carolina and will not be subject to legislative change.”

While protecting the rights of victims, the bill makes sure that those rights do not infringe upon the rights of the accused.

Amendment Protecting Right to Hunt and Fish on Ballot This Fall In bipartisan votes, both the North Carolina Senate and House of Representatives passed legislation in June that will let voters choose whether to amend the North Carolina Constitution to safeguard citizens’ right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife.

“We are very pleased that North Carolinians will now have the opportunity to vote to preserve the right to hunt and fish in our state constitution,” Sens. Danny Britt (R-Robeson), Norman Sanderson (R-Pamlico) and Tom McInnis (R-Richmond) said in a joint statement. “These rights are deeply rooted in the culture of North Carolina and that is what this amendment recognizes. We are confident that voters will agree.”

Senate Bill 677 had bipartisan support in both bodies, and voters will now consider the constitutional amendment on the November 2018 ballot. Twenty-one other states already guarantee this right in their constitutions.

Voters to Decide on Cutting the Cap on N.C. Income Taxes A bipartisan North Carolina Senate in June approved a proposed constitutional amendment that will empower voters to decide whether to lower the state’s maximum possible income tax rate from 10 percent to seven percent. The House of Representatives has already passed Senate Bill 75, and the measure will appear on the November 2018 ballot.

Since assuming leadership of the General Assembly in 2011, legislative Republicans have overhauled the state’s tax code, lowering rates and eliminating dozens of loopholes – resulting in the vast majority of North Carolinians keeping more of their own tax dollars. The changes have also helped create hundreds of thousands of new jobs and consecutive budget surpluses. If voters approve, the amendment will help ensure the state does not reverse course on those reforms and return to burdening North Carolinians with some of the highest taxes in the Southeast, as it did when Democrats last controlled state government in 2010.

Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) issued this statement following the proposed amendment’s passage: “North Carolina had some of the highest taxes in the Southeast when Democrats controlled the legislature. Legislative Republicans have substantially reduced the tax burden and put more money back into the pockets of hard-working families and

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

Stephen Herrin’s Lost Grave Tracing the genealogy of a person is the attempt to put together as many pieces of a puzzle that you can find.

Depending on the number of records you find and what they contain, you learn about the life of the individual, their family and the history of the time in which they lived. In tracing the life of Stephen Herrin, genealogist and historian Linda Cardwell Vernon uncovered several bits of history and interesting facts concerning the town of Madison, North Carolina in the early 1800’s. Linda’s research also reveals that the success of finding records often times leads to more questions and missing puzzle pieces that may or may not ever be resolved. In Linda’s work presented here the question remains, “Where is the grave of Stephen Herrin?”

“I doubt that anyone has ever heard of Stephen Herrin.

He was an early settler in the town of Madison. It was from a study of his land transactions in the town of Madison that I found the mention of an early grave yard on one of his town lots and a brick store building on another lot which would have been built sometime around 1820. I first became aware of Herrin while working on another project. This project concerns the families that came to Rockingham County in the 1800s and where they had previously lived. In his will, recorded here in Rockingham County in 1823, he mentioned a tract of land in Lunenburg County, Virginia. So my first job was to check the published books on Lunenburg County that were available in the Genealogical Research Room at the Madison Library.

Herrin appeared in Virginia in 1783 on a list of tithables for Lunenburg County and was also mentioned in the will of his father, Arthur Herring, in 1796.

There was a marriage record recorded for Stephen and his wife, Dorothy Jones, dated 24 December 1801. Right away I knew that Dorothy was not his first wife as I had found marriage records for several of his children mentioned in his will who had married before this date. And I found where his will was also recorded in Lunenburg County, Virginia.

This was probably due to the fact that he still owned land in that County when he made his will. This land was devised to his daughter, Lucy, and her husband, Lydal Bacon.

The first time that Stephen appeared in a census of Rockingham County was 1820.

In his household was one male age 10-16, two males ages 16-26, one male age 26-45 and one male age 45+. No doubt the oldest male listed would be Stephen. The females were one age 10-16 and one female 26-45.

Also listed were one free person of color and 24 slaves. From

the age grouping listed in the census and from the dates of recorded events in other records, Stephen was probably born in the 1750s.

When Stephen Herrin first purchased three town lots in Madison in January of 1820, he was still listed as a resident of Lunenburg County, Virginia.

But apparently, soon afterwards, he moved his family and slaves to Madison since he is recorded in the Rockingham County census of that year. The lots that he purchased in Madison were numbers 22, 23, and 24, containing one half acre each. The deed even mentioned a branch on the lots. Today, as was the case in 1820, these lots are located at the end of Decatur Street near the railroad underpass. The branch can still be seen running through the lots.

In April of the same year, Stephen Herrin also purchased lot number 46 from Joseph and Robert Allen and William T. Mills. It is stated in the deed that this is where Stephen Herrin was then living. Today this is where the old Town Clock building is located, now owned by the Gem Dandy Company.

Also mentioned in the same deed is a tract of land adjoining the town of Madison containing ten acres, which was located at the end of Murphy Street. For this transaction, Herrin paid $1,100. In 1821 he purchased one more lot, that being number 48. This would be where the Y. & W. Farm Center is located.

Herrin did not live too long after moving to Rockingham County. He made his will 30 January 1823 and it is recorded in Will Book A, page 178. He mentioned his wife Dorothy and nine children: Elizabeth P. who married Ambrose Ellis, Jr. in 1800 in Lunenburg County, Va.; Mary Herrin; Lucy M. who married Lydal Bacon in 1810 in Lunenburg County, Va.; John Herrin; Richard Herrin; Joseph Herrin (a minor in 1823); William who married Betsy Flipping 1796 in Lunenburg County, Va.; James Herrin; Prudence who married James Jennings in 1814 in Lunenburg County, Va. Dorothy, his widow, did not remain in Rockingham County long after the death of her husband. In 1826 she sold lots numbers 22, 23, and 24 and the ten-acre tract at the end of Murphy Street to Christian Fishner. Earlier, in December of 1825, she sold lot number 48 to Pleasant Black and was recorded as being a resident of Caswell County, N.C. This deed, recorded in 2nd Deed Book F, page 271, revealed an unknown bit of history. The lot, which originally contained one half of an acre, now contained only half as much because one fourth of the lot was to be reserved for a graveyard. The description of the lot stated that it adjoined the land of Erby Philips on the west except the graveyard of 18 feet

Perkins square which is reserved.

I cannot help but think that this is where her husband, Stephen Herrin, was buried in 1823. And I wonder how long this graveyard stood there, two lots east of where the Town Clock building is today. There is no record of Dorothy Herrin selling lot number 48 but there is a deed recorded for this lot in 1838 when Pendleton Jones sold the lot to Pleasant Black.

I traced the ten acres that adjoined the town of Madison that Stephen Herrin purchased in 1820. I learned that the men who had sold the lot to him had acquired this tract earlier from Randal Duke Scales in payment for building a brick store building on Lot #46 (Town Clock building lot today). So it is interesting to know that there was a brick store building in the town of Madison on the lot when Herrin bought it in 1820.

Dorothy, the widow of Stephen, apparently continued to live in Caswell County until her death some time before October 1850.”

Linda did an excellent job in searching and gathering information on Stephen Herrin.

Within the article she created somewhat of a mystery herself.

You will notice that the widow of Stephen Herrin sold the land that her husband purchased. The mystery involves Lot 48. It appears that the lot was sold in 1825. Later in the same paragraph Linda states that there is no record of Dorothy Herrin selling Lot 48. This was most likely just a typing error since there is no account mentioned for the selling of Lot 46. With more research this piece of the puzzle should be easily resolved.

For research information contact: Genealogical Society of Rockingham & Stokes Counties, NC, P.O. Box 152, Mayodan, NC 27027-0152; Website: http://gsrsnc.com/ Elvin Perkins, Jr., President, GSRS; Email: Eperkins2@aol.com Visit the Linda Vernon Genealogy Room, Madison-Mayodan Library, 611 Burton St., Madison, NC 27025; Phone (336) 548-6553

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Museum & Archives Announces New Directors The Museum and Archives of Rockingham County (MARC) Board of Directors welcomed four new members at the quarterly meeting in June. Amanda Bell, Obie Chambers, Cindy Price Farris, and Beth Gunn are beginning their first terms of service on the MARC Board. County Historian Bob Carter also begins a new term of service, along with Ann Brady and Kay Hammock who were reappointed to the Board for consecutive terms.

Board members are volunteers who provide leadership and support for the county museum and historic properties. They also work to generate revenues and secure donations to fund operating expenses for the organization. The MARC complex includes museum exhibits in the old county courthouse, Wright Tavern, the Ira Humphries Law office, and the old county jail. Additional properties include the High Rock Park site, which will open this fall with an historic hiking trail and boating access to the Haw River.

“We are grateful to have these gifted people join us in the work of the Museum & Archives of Rockingham County. The new Board members will bring fresh perspectives to enhance our vision for the MARC. Bob, Ann, and Kay will each continue to provide specialized leadership in the areas of history, governance, and finance,” said MARC President Jeffrey Bullins.

The Museum and Archives of Rockingham County is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Museum exhibits are open Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm and on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Group tours are available on request, with additional information provided on our website at www.themarconline.org or by calling 336-634-4949.

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Morehead JROTC students spend summer differently Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life For most teenagers, summer camp means basking along the seashore by day, and sharing fireside chats by night. But for Army JROTC Cadets, the Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge is a different kind of camp.

Twelve (12) “Panther Pride “students who take Army JROTC as one of their electives at Morehead High School attended and graduated from the JROTC (JCLC) summer camp at Oak Ridge Military Academy, Oak Ridge, NC. Morehead participated with 18 other Army JROTC high schools from around the state from June 1923, 2018. These included schools from Davidson, Guilford, Person, Rockingham, New Hanover, and Forsyth Counties. 159 students attended the Camp.

The camp provides students an opportunity to practice leadership skills, team building, and adventure training in a hands-on military environment while testing the limits of their endurance, stamina, and leadership capabilities. The typical daily routine for

Twelve (12) “Panther Pride “students who take Army JROTC as one of their electives at Morehead High School attended and graduated from the JROTC (JCLC) summer camp at Oak Ridge Military Academy, Oak Ridge, NC. JCLC attendants consists of a 5:30 a.m. wake up call, movement to breakfast and at 6:30 a.m., with strength, confidence and leadership training beginning as early as 8:00 am, and continuing throughout the day.

Some of the camp activities consist of modified Army physical fitness test, marksmanship, rope bridge, first aid, land navigation, sporting event competitions, rappel/confidence course, and leader’s reaction course.

Cadets are not allowed to bring cell phones with them to camp; this helps wean them away from emotional longing to get back to their friends and family at home, according to retired First Sergeant David Bray, the Senior Army Instructor at Morehead High School. “By the second day,” Bray said,

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The cadets are challenged to step out of their comfort zone to meet and team up with Cadets from other schools with different backgrounds, skills, and abilities. “At first, it was awkward coming out of my comfort zone away from friends and family,” said Cadet Captain Brianna Moore,17, a rising senior at Morehead who was selected as a company honor graduate; “I had to get out there and talk to other people I didn’t know. It’s hard learning to trust the teammates you’ve never met before.

It really brings out the true leader in all of us, but you just have to trust that they’ll be there for you and won’t let you down.”

“If you’re going to slack, don’t come,” says Ashleigh Smithey, who holds the Cadet Operations leadership position at Morehead. “I was placed in an immediate leadership position from day one. But ranks are switched each day to give everyone a chance at a leadership position.”

“When it comes to being a leader, you can’t just sugar coat everything because everybody’s your friend,” said Cadet Captain Nicole Hernandez, 17, who is a rising senior at Morehead and was selected as a company honor graduate. “Sometimes you just need to forget who your friends are for a second, and just take the lead.”

Through Bray’s thirteenyear involvement with JCLC, he says cadets tend to return to school with a renewed sense of purpose, focus, and a better understanding of what the JROTC citizenship program is all about. Parents or students who wish to explore taking Army JROTC as one of their electives at Morehead High School can contact First Sergeant David Bray, Senior Army Instructor US Army (Retired) or First Sergeant Chet Chrapliwy, Army Instructor US Army (Retired) for more information at 336-627-7731.

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Cardwell honored by commissioners Many boys and girls dream of becoming a uniformed officer in the military, police force, or fire department. Rockingham County has volunteer fire fighters whose dreams of saving lives often become realities. One of those is Robert Cardwell, who has dedicated 44 years to fire safety and 27 years as Rockingham County Fire Marshal!

Because of his heroic deeds, the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners showed appreciation at the June 18th meeting at the Governmental Center. Chairman Kevin Berger let Robert Cardwell, his family, first responders, friends, and fellow employees know how much the County cares for the career Cardwell has given for others. Berger presented Cardwell with an award Honoring Dedicated Service as Fire Marshal, as dozens of grateful constituents echoed Berger's sentiments.

It was a moving moment in the Board meeting, especially as Cardwell thanked Commissioners and Rockingham County for his opportunity to serve. The retiring Fire Marshal lovingly expressed gratitude by telling family members how much he appreciated their sacrifices while he was away from home helping neighbors through turbulent emergencies.

Cardwell gave his all to keep Rockingham County safe, so now during retirement, he will enjoy Rockingham County's scenic rivers and lakes. He has spent his career and life making Rockingham County a better place to live, work and play.

Hopefully, his captivating photographs will showcase the natural beauty of his beloved, Rockingham County.

Entries sought for 38th Jurried Art Show The Caswell Council for the Arts is now seeking entries for their 38th Juried Art Show to be held at the Lee Fowlkes Gallery at 43 W. Main St. in Yanceyville, NC from September 9th through October 4th.

Open to adult artists from anywhere in North Carolina and Virginia working in two-dimensions (paintings, drawings, etchings, etc.), the show offers significant cash awards, professional judging and a month-long exhibition at the Lee Fowlkes Gallery.

All entries must be the completely original, recent work of the entering artist, never previously exhibited at the Lee Fowlkes Gallery, and never previously entered in the Caswell Arts Council’s Juried Art Show. There is a $25 non-refundable entry fee for a maximum of two pieces per artist, $20 for Caswell Arts Council members. More details for the show and entry forms are available at the Lee Fowlkes Gallery at 43 W. Main St., and on their website at www.ccfta.org.

The show will open with a reception on Sunday, September 9th from 2-4 PM in the Lee Fowlkes Gallery. The opening reception is free and open to the public. The exhibition will remain on display through Thursday, October 4th. Please contact the Caswell Council for the Arts at (336) 694-4474 or caswellarts@gmail.com with any inquiries.

Meeting of County Board of Commissioners was full of surprises!

In July during the recognitions section of the Rockingham County Commissioners monthly meeting, Commissioner Mark Richardson saluted Nell Rose as the Outstanding Volunteer of the Month with a framed certificate from the Commissioners.

Vice Chairman Reece Pyrtle presented Nell Rose with a County lapel pin to thank her for dedicated service. And then, the icing on the cake came with a special award from Governor Roy Cooper ... the prestigious Order of the Long Leaf Pine, was given to Nell Rose by Chairman Kevin Berger!

As she showed her surprise, she saw a standing ovation from a board room crowded with local citizens who could testify to 50 years of educational service and 23 years to Rockingham County Schools. She has spent decades on the school board, volunteering, tutoring, cheering, and encouraging students, teachers, administrators and parents. Rose has sacrificed and arranged her

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Reidsville & Wentworth Reidsville receives Economic Development Funds $14 million in Rural ReadySites funds are awarded to help local governments prepare for industrial projects The North Carolina Department of Commerce approved 10 grant requests totaling more than $14 million through the Rural ReadySites program, Commerce Secretary Anthony M. Copeland announced today. Out of that total the City of Reidsville (Rockingham County) recieved a $1,132,500 grant which will extend water and sewer to a horse park. The project will serve 55 acres.

“Companies are looking for sites that have the infrastructure they need to get to work growing their business right away,” said Commerce Secretary Anthony M. Copeland. “Our rural communities often need additional funding to pepare sites for development, and this program is a step toward meeting that need.”

The Rural ReadySites program, run out of the Department of Commerce in partnership with the Rural Infrastructure Authority, helps rural communities prepare prospective sites for industrial development. The program will invest more than $14 million in public infrastructure construction and improvements for sites that have a strong potential to attract employers, create jobs and strengthen the local, regional and state economy. The North Carolina General Assembly appropriated $2 million for this purpose, and the Department of Commerce added the additional $12 million to fund these projects.

The participating projects in the Rural ReadySites Program must meet the following criteria: The applicant must be a government entity in a Tier 1 or 2 county. The site must be publicly owned or controlled. The site must be a minimum of 50 contiguous acres. Funds must only be used to construct public infrastructure with priority given to water, sewer and industrial access improvements. Additional consideration will be given to sites located in counties with greatest economic distress.

The Rural ReadySites program was funded by the North Carolina General Assembly and the Department of Commerce’s Industrial Development Fund.

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Bassinger is Reidsville’s New Human Resources Director Leigh Anne Bassinger took over her new duties as Human Resources Director for the City of Reidsville Monday, July 9.

Bassinger replaces Terri S. Rivers, who retired June 1, 2018 after 36 years with the City.

“I am pleased we were able to recruit someone of Leigh Anne’s caliber to join our Human Resources Department,” said Assistant City Manager of Administration/Finance Director Chris Phillips. “HR is the backbone of our organization. I feel sure that she will assist us in offering continued quality service to our employees.”

Bassinger comes to Reidsville from the City of High Point, where she has worked since 2005. There she served as a Human Resources Analyst before becoming a Human Resources Information Systems Analyst. While in High Point, she helped implement a multiyear technological Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution to improve efficiency. She also concentrated on position control, personnel budget, classification and compensation, and implementation of the annual salary plan changes. She had previously worked for the Jefferson County Commission in Birmingham, Alabama, in a number of roles, from Staff Nurse to Interim Risk Manager, where she managed all aspects of employee safety, health, wellness and workers’ compensation.

Her educational background is varied, having attended Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee with a focus on Computer Science and having received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, Mississippi. Bassinger is also

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“I am extremely excited to join the team at the City of Reidsville,” Bassinger said.

“I hope to continue to foster a culture that demonstrates that our employees are the single greatest asset we have available to us.”

Bassinger is a member of the N.C. Chapter of International Personnel Management Association and the National International Personnel Management Association. She is also a Certified Senior Human Resources Professional through the International Public Association for Human Resources.

Bassinger and her husband of 16 years, Scott, plan to move to Reidsville in the near future.

In High Point, she has served on a number of boards and committees, including working with the United Way, the Macedonia Family Resource Center and committees of her local church.

As Reidsville’s new Human Resources Director she is also looking forward to experiencing the community events sponsored by the City, finding her new favorite lunch spots and cheering on the Reidsville Rams to another state championship in football. “I believe being engaged in my community makes me a better City employee,” Bassinger added.

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RCS Names 2018-2019 School-Based Teachers of the Year School-based Teachers of the Year, Beginning Teacher of the Year and Classified Employees of the Year for Rockingham County Schools have been elected by their fellow faculty members for the 2018-19 school year.

2018-2019 School-Based Teachers of the Year are: Elementary Schools: Caitie Witherspoon - Bethany Elementary Robyn Bondurant - Central Elementary Susan Knight - Dillard Elementary Signey Holley - Douglass Elementary Amy Jamison - Draper Elementary Elizabeth Smith-Ferris - Huntsville Elementary Julie Dooley - Leaksville-Spray Elementary Rebecca Martin - Lincoln Elementary Maureen Funkhouser - Monroeton Elementary Jessica Flynt - New Vision Elementary Holly Barrios - South End Elementary Molithia Spencer - Stoneville Elementary Mary Lynn Boyd (retired) Kelsey Heiney (resig.) - Wentworth Elem.

Amanda Cannon - Williamsburg Elementary Middle Schools: Elizabeth Leach - Holmes Middle Manda Jackson - Reidsville Middle Pamela Porter - Rockingham County Middle Tiffany Finney - Western Rockingham Middle High Schools: Jennifer Flynt - McMichael High Cheryl Yeatts - Morehead High Vivian Moore - Reidsville High Jason Turner - Rockingham County High Stephanie Dickens - Rockingham Early College High Alternative School: Angela Boggs - The SCORE Center Teachers of the Year are selected by their peers for the quality of their teaching, professional development, teaching philosophy and methods, community involvement, and contributions to education.

A Central Office administrator committee will select finalists from the School-Based Teachers of the Year, one of whom will be chosen as the Rockingham County Schools’ TOY and will serve as a nominee for North Carolina Teacher of the Year.

The 2018-2019 Beginning Teacher of the Year are (please note not every school elected a Beginning Teacher of the Year):

Tina Frazier- Morehead High Tracey Hooker- New Vision Elementary Sarah Black-Rockingham County Middle Mitsy Delpezzo- Stoneville Elementary Carly Hutton- Western Rockingham Middle The 2018-2019 Classified Employees of the Year are (please note not every school elected a Classified Employee of the Year):

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Reidsville & Wentworth Penn Nursing Center Earns 2018 Bronze National Quality Award Penn Nursing Center has been recognized as a 2018 recipient of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award.

It is presented to organizations for their commitment to improving the lives of residents through quality care.

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Roaming Around Reidsville

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

Quality of Life! Sometimes these words are thrown around so much that they lose their meaning, especially for cities.

But the Reidsville City Council and our City staff have always taken these words very seriously as they continuously attempt to improve what Reidsville offers to our residents and visitors.

I hinted around several months ago in this column about some exciting changes planned for the City’s recreational offerings. At the last City Council retreat held earlier this year, staff presented the governing board with some scheduled improvements as well as plans for the future. The Reidsville City Council believes it takes many components to create a robust, vibrant community, and a strong parks and recreation program is vital to creating a wonderful quality of life for our citizens.

So what’s new you might ask? If you stop by several of these parks, you will see many improvements that have been completed in recent months, some of which that have been done in recent weeks! Many of the parks have seen upgrades to their basketball courts and either the replacement of our parks equipment or additions. At H.K. Griggs Park, the improvements

have included repairing and resurfacing the basketball courts, replacing the main playground unit and adding a two-section swing set with a family swing. If you haven’t seen a family swing, both parent and child can ride on it together. Try it out!

A playground unit has been added to Courtland Park, and the slide replaced on the existing playground unit. At Glendale, like at Griggs, the basketball court there has been repaired and resurfaced. Not to be outdone, several of the tennis courts at Jaycee have also gotten a major facelift! Four of the eight tennis courts have been overhauled.

These tennis courts are used by the public and the school system as well as the Rockingham County Tennis Association. The paving company also recently paved the parking lot near the tennis courts. For those who use the Jaycee ballfields, this paving is definitely a welcome addition to the park’s landscape! Other improvements at Jaycee are the installation of a four-section swing set appropriate for every age, from infant to adult. Two swings have belts that can make them inclusive for all. Also at Jaycee Ballpark, an outdoor pickleball court is in the process of being added at the upper end

of the parking lot. Pickleball is the “in” game, especially among seniors right now. Heated competitions can often be found on the inside court located at RCARE (Reidsville Center for Active Retirement Enterprises).

And, of course, we can’t forget the beautiful restoration of the Veterans Memorial at lower Jaycee Park by local industry Keystone Foods that was dedicated in May of this year.

The upgrades continue at Lake Reidsville, located at 630 Water Works Road. In addition to the new technologically savvy playground equipment installed in 2017, local Boy Scout Hunter Martin as part of his Eagle project has helped install a fishing trail there. A few more finishing touches are being added, like buoys, and it will be complete! We love it when local youth see a need and help improve their local community!

The recent addition of new trails at Lake Reidsville, showcased in April, brings the total trail there up to three miles. That would be a nice workout whether you’re walking or biking!

All of these improvements have been rooted in the Outdoor

Roaming Reidsville...

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CAR (Center for Active Retirement - August The Center for Active Retirement has two buildings dedicated to senior education and activities. They are located in Wentworth: Main Building @ 141 Tyre Dodson Road, Annex The Center for Active Retirement is open Monday Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 Check out our website to view the latest activities and events calendar and plan to stop in and participate in the next activity that interests you!

You may call and speak to Cheryl at (336) 637-8428 to schedule a visit or learn more details.

There is no cost to attend the Center for Active Retirement; however some activities and trips may require a participant to pay a fee. The Center is funded through the Home and Community Care Block Grant (federal and state dollars allocated through the Older American’s Act to support seniors in their communities), private contributions, and donations.

• August Crafts Water Painting - Class will meet August 6 9am-12pm. Light Refreshments will be served.

Cost: $20 Instructor: Linda Wilson

• Sewing Class - Upcycle a Sweater into Slippers - Class will meet August 13 9am-12pm.

Light Refreshments will be served. Cost: $15 • Flower Arrangement - Class will meet August 20 9am-12pm.

Bring a few of your Favorite Silks and a container if you have one. Cost will depend on how many flowers you bring to the class.

Kids Crafts Any School Aged Kid Craft Sessions. Monday August 6, & 13 - 1pm-3pm. Light Refreshments will be provided Cost: $5 per child.

Bus Trips August 3 - Cost $5 - Mayberry, NC, Lunch will be on your own from Snappy’s Lunch. Departing @ 10am, Returning before 6pm August 15 - Cost $5 Saxapahaw General Store, Lunch will be on your own.

Departing @ 9am, Returning before 12pm August 25 - Cost $10 - Laze Daze Festival in Cary, NC. Lunch will be on your own.

Departing @ 8am, Returning before 6pm. This is a huge craft fair in Cary with thousands in attendance.

RCARE - August All Events are Free and open to the public unless otherwise listed. (RCARE) Reidsville Center for Active Retirement is located at 102 N. Washington Avenue, Reidsville.

Open 8:30 - 5pm. Anyone 55 or over may participate.

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Classes: • Painting -Monday 8:30 a.m. & Wednesday 8:30 a.m.

• Crochet –Tuesday 9:00 a.m.

• Quilting -Thursday 9:00 a.m.

• Bible study –Wednesday 10:00 a.m.

• Jewelry making -1st & 3rd Friday of the month 1:00 p.m.

• Blind Support - 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 pm Cards: • Phase 10 Tue. 10 a.m. -4 p.m.

• Rook - Wed. 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

• Duplicated Bridge - Thursday 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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

Fitness: • Cardio/Weight Class – Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00 a.m.

• Advanced Tai Chi –Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. participate you must have completed 16 hours of instruction to attend this class.

• Tai Chi for Beginners Tuesday 11a.m. & Wednesday, 10:15 a.m.

• Pickleball – Monday & Friday at 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday 11.00 am

• Fitness Center- Free for 55 + years of age – hours MondayFriday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Reidsville Kickers Line Dance Group – Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.

• Carolina Girls Line Dance Group – Mondays at 10:15 a.m. and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.

• Summer Bowling LeagueMonday at 1:00p.m. – bowlers are needed.

• Gym activities–Thursday 2:30 p.m.

Educational/Informative • The Seniors Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counsels Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D insurance...Can also put in extra help application (low income) for Medicare part D if needed.

Please call June at 336-349-1088 – to schedule an appointment.

• Legal Aide service -every 2nd Thursday of the month call 1-877-579-7562 for appointment.

• Assistance Program – Piedmont Regional Council’s Housing Dept. will be at RCARE to take applications on Tuesday’s 9am to 3pm. (NC weatherization, heating & air, urgent repair, energy efficiency upgrades.)

Special Events: • August 16th. - Senior Bingo1:00 p.m. Please bring canned food or $1.00 to play

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Reidsville & Wentworth Pac-12 and Unifi Announce Founding Partnership Unifi to serve as official sponsor of all Pac-12 Championship events, provide grant funding to Pac 12-member institutions to increase recycling efforts and work with Pac-12 Networks to further promote Pac-12 campus sustainability and recycling programs

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The Pac-12 and Unifi, Inc. has announced a long-term partnership, with Unifi serving as the Founding Sustainability Partner of Pac-12 Team Green and as a sponsor of the Pac-12 Sustainability Conference. As part of the partnership, Unifi will provide grant funding to all 12 of the Conference’s member institutions to support sustainability initiatives and increase recycling efforts; work with the Pac-12 and Pac-12 Networks on creating custom content and media assets to feature sustainability programs and support efforts to recycle billions of plastic bottles into fiber; and will serve as an official sponsor for all Pac-12 championship events.

The announcement today occurred during the 2018 Pac-12 Sustainability Conference at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Pac-12 Team Green is a first-of-its-kind collegiate athletics conference sustainability platform set to promote all greening efforts taking place on and around Pac-12 campuses.

The launch of Pac-12 Team Green further cements the Pac12’s commitment to an elevated approach to enhancing sustainability efforts within collegiate athletics departments. Key components of the platform include the Pac-12 Sustainability Conference, the Pac-12 Zero Waste Competition and the Pac12 Sustainability Working Group which unites leaders from all 12 of the Conference’s member campuses from both athletics and sustainability. This integrated platform was instrumental in Unifi’s decision to partner with Pac-12 Team Green, further cementing the company’s efforts to promote recycling, sustainability, and its focus on the circular economy.

“At Unifi, sustainability is a core component of the work we do and who we are,” said Richard Gerstein, executive vice president of premium valueadded brands and global chief marketing and innovation officer at Unifi. “While we have recy-

cled more than 12 Billion plastic bottles into REPREVE polyester products including athletic shoes and apparel, we recognize the need to create a paradigm shift in recycling rates in the U.S. to keep even more bottles out of landfills. Working alongside the Pac-12, our goal is to expand this undertaking to our Universities, who are taking a leading role in educating and changing behaviors. We’re excited to partner with the Pac-12 and join the impactful work they’re doing to broaden sustainable living.”

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Unifi also hosted the REPREVE #TurnItGreen mobile tour onsite, allowing attendees to learn how Unifi transforms recycled plastic bottles into REPREVE performance fibers through a hands-on educational experience, while seeing and touching products from brands they know and love. Attendees were also afforded the opportunity to receive Pac-12 team custom socks that are made with REPREVE polyester, which is the number one branded and trusted recycled fiber in the world.

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Continued from Page 18 Parks Amenities Action Plan based on the existing network of City parks. Parks & Recreation Superintendent Fred Thompson, aided by staff, has been working hard on this plan, especially in recent months. First, Reidsville’s parks were designated into different categories. We have Citywide Parks, such as Jaycee, Courtland and H.K. Griggs.

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Newer to our “parks system” is the notion that residents can access our school sites. While people have been using the walkways and ballfields located at our schools for many years, the City is now stressing that Public School Playgrounds can be utilized at our area elementary schools, including Monroeton, Moss Street, South End and Williamsburg, when not in use by the school system.

More improvements are in the works! Fred Thompson and the Parks & Recreation Department are looking at grant opportunities for a dog park at Jaycee Park and a community partnership to install a splash pad at Lake Reidsville Park, among others. Thompson is also planning to form a group to gauge interest in a skate park, also at Jaycee Park. Hopefully, we will have more on these improvements at a later date.

A ribbon cutting for the recently completed improvements is being planned, hopefully, for sometime in August.

We hope you will come out and enjoy the latest improvements to our recreational amenities. We also hope that you’ll agree with us that Reidsville is working hard to improve the quality of life for its residents!

In other news around the City, don’t miss: • Lake Reidsville Disc Golf Open on August 5th. This oneday C-Tier PDGA event includes Open Divisions and AM Divisions. Tee time starts at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 5. To learn more about the event, you can visit the links on the PDGA’s Event Schedule or visit Discgolfscene.com or email the coordinator Tyson Harton at tyson99duke@gmail.com.

• Ice Pop Cool Down & Bicycle Registration on August 8th.

The Reidsville Police Department will be holding an “Ice Pop Cool Down: Bicycle Registration” at Courtland Park between 2-4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 8. It’s a great way for the officers to connect with the kids and get the bicycles registered!

• Downtown Cruise In on August 10th. These monthly cruise-ins are sponsored by the EZ Street Cruisers Car Club.

Held rain or shine, the cruise-ins feature cars that are from the year 1987 or older. Downtown streets close at 5:30 p.m. for the cruise-ins, which are held from 6-9 p.m. Contact Lou at 508320-8751 or check out www.ezstreetcruisers.com/ • “The Lion King” Hits the Big Screen at Market Square August 11th. Hakuna Matata!

No worries because the “Movies @ Market Square” series continues in August, featuring the Disney classic, “The Lion King”. Bring your chairs and blankets for this free movie shown on the lawn of Market Square in downtown Reidsville on Saturday, August 11, starting around 8 p.m. (dusk).

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• Night Catfish Tourney @ Lake Reidsville August 11th. If movies aren’t your thing, head on over to Lake Reidsville, 630 Water Works Road, which will be hosting another Night Catfish Tournament. The hours are 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday, August 11, and the cost is $10 per person. Call the lake at 336-349-4738 if you have any questions!

• Bluegrass comes to Market Square on August 25th. “Music on the Square” in August at Market Square in downtown Reidsville showcases the popular Bluegrass playing of The Trailblazers! The Wilkesborobased band will preform from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Bring a chair!

It’s free! The Beer Garden sponsored by the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce will be open!

• Kickball with Cops on August 15th. Who doesn’t love a good game of Kickball?

Especially when you’re playing it with some of Reidsville’s finest! That’s right … youth are invited to play “Kickball with Cops” on Wednesday, August 15, at Lake Reidsville, 630 Water Works Road. The event is planned from 2-4 p.m.

• Other Happenings at Market Square. And as usual, the Downtown Farmers Market at Market Square continues every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. or until items run out! Visitors to the market will find a variety of items. SNAP/EBT, Farmers Market WIC, Debit and Credit are accepted. Interested in becoming a vendor? You can call Judy Yarbrough at 336-3491099 to reserve a space.

Get Your Zumba On! As usual, “Fitness on the Square” continues from 6-7 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, weather permitting, at Market Square. No rhythm required! And it’s free!

• Back to School Bash on August 17th. The Reidsville Police Department in planning a “Back to School Bash: School Safety Info” event at Market Square in downtown Reidsville on Friday, August 17. Bring the kids from 12-2 p.m.

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Madison / Mayodan / Stoneville Shoes, backpacks and love

Trying on new shoes

by Sue Orellana

“Samaritan’s Feet” shoe distribution has teamed up with local churches in Rockingham County to supply new shoes and backpacks full of school supplies to children of the county whose families might need a little extra help this year.

Samaritan’s Feet began with one little boy from Nigeria, Africa named Emmanuel Ohonme, whom everyone calls Manny. Manny came from the only Christian family in their village but they were very poor.

He grew to know the stories of the bible as his dedicated mother would read the bible to him and tell him stories every night. One story his mother would tell him frequently was about the Good Samaritan.

The Good Samaritan was a traveler who found another man on the highway. The man was beaten and left for dead. The Good Samaritan cared: he took his time and put the man on his horse and paid his own money for medicine. The Good Samaritan helped a man that he did not know. A man who could not pay him back. Often, Manny’s mother would tell her son: “One day you will be a Good Samaritan…you will help people that cannot pay you back.

When the story was over, it

was time for bed, but Manny’s family did not sleep in beds.

They just found a place on the dirt floor to fall asleep. Manny was indeed special. The people in the village tried to curse Manny before he was ever born and even told his mother he would not live to be born.

Manny’s mother cried out to God and prayed over her belly saying GOD IS WITH ME! Manny’s father would always tell his son he would never amount to anything and did not have the same faith as his wife.

When Manny was only nine years old, a missionary named Dave came to Nigeria from America. Missionary Dave taught the children how to play basketball. Manny loved basketball and worked very hard at learning to play well. The missionary had two pair of basketball shoes to give away and he gave one pair to Manny. Dave challenged Manny to dream.

He told him, that if he had faith, he could become anything he dreamed. Missionary Dave reminded him that unlike his ‘earthly’ father, God was his ‘heavenly’ Father and loved him very much, and that with faith in God, all things were possible!

He said God had a great destiny for Manny! DREAM, MANNY, DREAM!! Manny

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grew and grew. Actually, he grew to be six foot five! He dillegently practiced the sport, determined he would never quit.

He played on many teams and one coach who saw how determined he was, helped him to get a scholarship to play basketball in America and get a college education. Manny excitedly signed the papers he needed to apply to colleges in America.

He was accepted at the University of North DakotaLake Region.

The big dreams of Emmanuel were coming true.

On a cold January day in 1983, the young Nigerian married the Sno-Princess of the University of North Dakota, Miss Tracie Elfman. Determined, Manny finished his education. When he was offered a job in sunny Charlotte, North Carolina he was happy to move south!!! He became vice president of a marketing firm. Manny and Tracie had a lovely home, nice cars and lots of shoes! They were also blessed with four beautiful children.

In 1997, Manny’s father became very sick. He was dying.

When Manny’s sister called him from Africa Manny shared words about his faith with his sister and she passed them to their dying father. Through this telephone call, Manny’s father placed his faith in Jesus Christ.

Another dream had came true.

Manny took his entire family to Nigeria for his father’s funeral. While there, Manny saw the many hopeless children in his country. He knew God was calling him to surrender his life to help others as Missionary Dave had helped him.

Manny had a dream…he remembered the missionary telling him to dream big. Manny and Tracie knew God wanted more from them.

One night, Manny and his boss, J, went to a Piston’s Basketball game. Throughout the game, Manny shared with his boss his BIG DREAM: to give shoes and a message of hope to children in America and around the world just like Missionary Dave had given to him. Manny was afraid people would think his dream was too big and he was not certain he wanted to give up his successful lifestyle to become a missionary like Dave.

His boss, J, encouraged Manny to go for it. And soon Samaritan’s Feet was born. On February 2003, Manny left his job and began giving shoes to people all over the world. But shoes is not all he gives away.

He gives more… he washes each person’s feet and he tells them to dream…dream BIG…he also tells them about his loving God. Pastor John Atkins of The Refuge Church in Mayodan NC, Pastor Kenny Daniels of The Redemption Point Church in Mayodan NC and 1st Baptist

Church of Mayodan has joined forces to share the amazing story of Samaritan’s Feet with the families of our community to not only help those in not so great situations but to also share the love of Jesus in our area.

For quite some time Pastor John Atkins has supported the community with free events that are family centered because he remembers how hard his parents worked when he was a child but even so they could not always afford to go to the local fairs and events that happened in his beloved home town. Pastor Atkins realizes not everyone can afford to spend the extra few dollars at events to take their children out to have fun and he also knows that back to school time can be a huge burden on parents as they shell out so much on school clothes, supplies, shoes and even haircuts for their children and the parents are sometimes faced with the decision to allow their children to either go without in some area or the family may just flat out struggle this time of year. When Samaritan’s Feet gave The Refuge Church the inspirational story of providing sneakers to a little boy who had none, it not only motivated Pastor Atkins but the story lit the fire of compassion within the hearts of so many in our local churches.

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Last month, on July 14th & July 24th The Refuge church held its first ever Back2school registration to help the families in our community. At the first registration 60 children attended and were registered.

The children came in to a friendly environment with their family and were greeted by Atkins. The children and parents were then directed to have a seat and watch cartoons as they waited for their feet to be measured for accurate shoe sizes. After measurements and a short questionnaire, the families were then told that the kids could enjoy a free breakfast as volunteers came around and talked and laughed and had inspirational chats with the parents and children.

These families are to return on August 4th to receive brand new shoes, socks, haircuts if they chose to sign up for them, backpacks full of school supplies and the families will have the option while supplies last to go through clothing donated from Rockingham Family Charity’s Incorporation who has so kindly donated clothing for the event, some of which is brand new with tags still attached. The families will also hear the amazing story of Manny and hopefully become inspired to Dream Big!

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Madison / Mayodan & Stoneville Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 busy schedule on a state level to ensure she was available on a local level when schools needed her. She was a leader and coach as school board chair, while also a flexible team member reinforcing others.

This school champion says she's just an ordinary volunteer.

But those she has touched attest she is the ultimate example of a selfless, loving, caring volunteer who gives in extraordinary ways. Nell Rose is a rare rose!

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Happy Birthday To Madison!

The Town of Madison is preparing for its 200th birthday!

Business owners and towns people are busy getting ready for one of its most anticipated and possibly biggest celebration’s it has ever had!

The event has been talked about and in the making for over a year and a half but within the past couple months big preparations have been made.

Madison’s Bicentennial Celebration will take place September 22nd from 10am10pm with 2 stages, by demand of the people there will be more food trucks, a variety of vendors, kids bounce houses at affordable prices, blue grass, country, rock and roll music so everyone will enjoy, historical demonstrations and games to bring back the good old days and they will end the night with FIREWORKS! The celebration will not only consist of activities and fun but the event will share the history of Madison NC with its newest generations and re-live the years past by lighting the flames of memory within the streets of Madison NC. Madison has literally dug deep to bring to life its history with a fascinating time capsule that was buried and encased with concrete underground in front of the Municipal building 50 years ago. In 1968 the towns people of Madison NC left photographs, old coins and money, magazines, newspapers, letters, tools, cards and so many other intriguing items during its Sesquicentennial (150 year) celebration.

On July 3rd Madison NC attempted to simply dig up the time capsule to have it accessible the next day for revealing on July 4th. Those plans were quickly thwarted as the concrete encasement proved to be quite difficult to break into! It took them nearly 4 and a half hours, more man power, a backhoe and

a jackhammer to finally break through the concrete to reveal the treasures inside! The town decided to go ahead and take everything out to ensure the safe keeping of the items. The time capsule unveiling turned into an all-day job but inside were found some of the most thoughtful and priceless discoveries!

Some of the objects had notes with them with instructions for the items to be given to certain loved ones or businesses in the future. Some of which are long gone but to those who remain and will receive the items it must be an amazing feeling to have your family history brought to life. Much of the contents of the time capsule will be on dis-

play during the Bicentennial event and the town hopes to have the items on display for the entire month as they celebrate the birth of an amazing town!

Two, brilliant youngsters brought glory and fame to Rockingham County on national television! Anna Casto from Mayodan, and Jackson Berger of Reidsville, shot up like shining stars as NBC's Genius Junior participants.

During the June 18th meeting of the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners, this dynamic duo were thanked for their academic excellence. Rockingham County Commissioners and a jam-packed Board Room applauded Anna Casto and Jackson Berger for intellectually competing and representing on NBC's Genius Junior's challenging, nationally, televised setting.

Vice Chair Reece Pyrtle presented a framed award to Anna Casto's Outstanding Performance as a Semi-Finalist on Team "27 Yards;" and to Jackson Berger's Outstanding Performance as a Finalist on Winning Team "Geeks on Fleek."

Jackson of Reidsville, and his "Geeks on Fleek" team with Michi, from San Diego, and Ugochi, from Atlanta, prevailed in the competition against 33 of their fellow contestants and some of the brightest children in America. As finalists, their team took home a winning prize to help continue their education.

"27 Yards" competed in the semi-finals of the NBC game show with Anna from Mayodan, NC; Vivek from Dallas, TX; and Summer from Long Branch, NJ. Neil Patrick Harris hosted “Genius Junior,” which celebrated intelligence and hard work.

Jackson is 12 years old and loves playing baseball and basketball. Last summer he beat out many kids in his county to make the Summerfield, N.C., all-star baseball team. He is an encyclopedia of sports stats, facts and history and has a collection of more than 1,000 baseball cards.

Anna is a 12-year-old from Mayodan, North Carolina. She is involved in more than a dozen activities outside of academics, including volleyball, softball, ballet, tap dance and cheerleading.

She also plays the saxophone. Her family has fostered three children, and she currently has a 13-year-old foster sister whom Anna has taken under her wing. Anna knows how fortunate she is and makes the most of every single day.

McLain honored by board A surprise recognition was added by Rockingham County Commissioners at their July 9th Board meeting. Commissioners officially said good-bye to their Clerk, Pam McLain, who retired at the end of the month. Board Chair Kevin Berger presented, on behalf of the Commissioners, a huge mum plant to thank McLain's 28-year service as Clerk, and over 36-year tenure with Rockingham County Government.

Commissioner Mark Richardson followed Berger with an Order of the Long Leaf Pine lapel pin for McLain. She received this prestigious state award from the Governor of North Carolina in May. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is a special honor bestowed on those with "a proven record of extraordinary service to the state."

McLain's career with Rockingham County Government started in 1965, as Deputy Register of Deeds for five and a half years. She worked for a local law firm for 16 years; returned to County Government in 1987, as Secretary to the County Manager; and was then appointed Clerk to the Board in 1990.

Some of McLain's numerous professional affiliations and awards include: member of the NC Association of County Clerks, where she served on the Board of Directors as SecretaryTreasurer, Vice-President, and President. She attained the Certified Municipal Clerk status in 1994, and was recognized as Outstanding Clerk of the Year in 2003, by the NC Association of County Clerks and the NC Association of County Commissioners. She achieved the Master Municipal Clerk designation in 2004, when she became the first clerk in the state to

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Western Rockingham Treasures

By Therese Francin

Western Vista She was born and lived in Francin Rockingham County until she was four, but her rural beginwhich also formed a stunning nings spoke to Carol McKinney panorama of the pleasant Highsmith in a pleasant and per- lifestyle that prevailed in the sistent voice. Although she county. Family reunion recipes, moved away when she was such as Stuffed Eggs, Mom’s young, she held on to many Spoon Bread, Aunt Bessie’s memories of her beginnings in sweet potato pie, Cousin Fran’s the rural county, and indeed her Fried Chicken, Elizabeth’s sumchildhood reminisces mer squash and of summers spent on Carters coleslaw her grandmother’s were published in tobacco farm in Mid-Atlantic Madison.

Country magazine Inspired by early in July 1986. photographers, such Highsmith has a as Dorothea Lange, special exhibit at whose photographs the Museum and during the depression Archives of of the 1930’s captured Highsmith Rockingham the essence of the County (MARC), American condition, entitled “The Highsmith went on to become an Journey of a Hometown Girl’” inspired and award-winning which includes a photo of her photographer, with many of her and her sister at the age of 4 at photographs in the archives of her grandmother’s farm in the Library of Congress.

Madison. These carefree days She has taken photos which inspired Highsmith to preserve speak to the local lifestyle and the memories of places and peoimportance of family connecple across the American landtions in Madison. Many of her scape. photos of the Madison area are Highsmith has had a distinof the large family reunions guished career, and was influ-

Madison / Mayodan & Stoneville enced by photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston who photographed the Willard Hotel in Washington, D.C. The hotel had deteriorated, and Highsmith was “sucked into a moment in history,” Washington Journal newspapers stated. Many of Highsmith’s photographs of the deteriorated structure brought attention to the plight of the hotel. The grand hotel was saved and re-opened in 1986, and many of the hotel’s lavish features photographed by Johnston were the only guide to its former splendor.

Highsmith’s interest in preserving warm family memories from her early childhood, including visits to her grandmother’s tobacco farm in Madison, started the spark that lit the fire of her creative professional career.

This led her to become considered “America’s Photographer,” by the Library of Congress. Her photographs of people and places across the United States rank as one of the top six featured visual collections out of 15 million images of the American lifestyle -- a journey which began years ago, in the town of Madison in Rockingham County.

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Monthly Genealogy Soirée 2018: 2 pm – 4 pm Tuesday, August 21nd: How to Find Military Records on Ancestry.com. Student package, Calendar of Class Dates included, available. Classes are usually held in the Linda C. Vernon Genealogy Room.

Students are notified of any changes. Handouts available. More information call: 336-548-6553/e-mail: genealogy@rcpl.org • Computer Classes – Every Wednesday: 9 am – 10:30 am *Free to the Public ➢Week 1: Introduction to Browsers/Search Engines ➢Week 2: Virus Protection and Computer Safety ➢Week 3: Constructing Email with Google ➢Week 4: Attachments, Copy/Paste, Creating Files/Folders ➢Week 5: Review, Questions and Answers For More Information Contact Madison-Mayodan Public Library: 336-548-6553 • Children’s Programing – Every Wednesday July Programs: ➢ Preschool Storytime: 10:30 am; Baby Times Storytime: 11:15 – 11:30 Newborns & Toddlers Welcome ➢ Teen Library Council: Meets – Wednesday, August 8th: 4 pm - BreakersSpace ➢ Lego Club – Wed , August 15th: 4 pm - Join us for some building fun! For those who are in K – 5. ➢ Tabletop Games Wed. 29th: 3 pm – 5 pm Scrabble, Uno, Shoots & Ladders…

• Warrior Cats Club – 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm (McMichael Community Room) ➢ Week 1: Rockingham Co. Sheriff’s K-9 Unit Visits (August 1st) ➢ Week 2: Warrior Cats Crafting Day & Role Play (August 8th) ➢ Week 3: End of Summer Moonpool Party (August 15th) • Marvel Movies Summer Event @ the Library – Thursday, August 2nd; Thursday, August 16th: 1 pm – Closing. See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Events, Popcorn & Beverages Provided To be shown in the McMichael Community Room. Marvel Infinity Wars Costume Party & Video Release – Thursday, August 23rd: 5 pm *Prize awarded to the best costume!

• PS4 Call of Duty BIG Kids Only Game Night @ the Library – Thursday, August 9th: 6 pm – 7 pm.

Popcorn & Beverages Provided. To be shown in the McMichael Community Room • Minecraft Bingo Fun @ the Library - Friday, August 10th: 4 pm - 5 pm. To be held in the McMichael Community Room - Prizes given to winners…

• Recipes: Commit, Encourage, Celebrate, Inspire @ the Library – Monday, August 13th & August 27th: 5:30 pm. Want to develop a healthier life-style? Join Recipes! Improve your health in a friendly, sharing atmosphere.

• Storytime Saturday @ the Library – Saturday, August 25th: 10:30 am. Join us for music, storytelling, puppets and more!

• Nary a Thing Chapter of “The Andy Griffith Show” Rerun Watchers Club @ the Library – Mon., August 27th: 3 pm – 4 pm Will be showing the Pilot Episode & Mayberry and the Stranger (episode our Chapter’s name came from…) Playing “The Andy Griffith Show” Trivia. Come join our Club and have some “Goooooooood fun!” Call for more information: 336-548-6553. To be held in the McMichael Community Room • Unwind with Adult Coloring & Challenge Your Mind with Puzzles – Friday, August 31st: 3 pm – 5 pm. Relax with coloring pages and peaceful light music, or wake up the “grey matter” with puzzles, materials will be provided. Held in For the fun of it the McMichael Community Room • Adult Summer Reading Program Continues… Bookshelf Bingo Q/A – Now Playing. Finish the Summer with Bookshelf Bingo. Pick up a What do birds like about outFlyer for details & choose a Bingo Card. Prizes will be given for side? filled Cards.

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Tue-Fri 10 am-5 pm, Sat 10 am-2 pm

Robbie Leggett, owner of Robbie's Jewelry has been serving Western Rockingham for 30 years. With the current cost of gold and precious metals. People save money by fixing their items. Don't buy - repair your prized possessions! Watch & jewelry repair, buy, sell & trade at Robbie's Jewelry.

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Madison / Mayodan / Stoneville STARS and PLANETS 2018 Program Schedule Program Dates and Times Saturday, September 8 8:30pm until 11:45pm Saturday, November 10 6:00pm until 11:45pm Have you ever looked up into the night sky and wondered what you are looking at?

Come out to MAYO RIVER STATE PARK and explore the constellations, stars and planets!

Volunteers from the Greensboro Astronomy club will be on hand with telescopes to assist you on your journey through the wonders of the heavens.

Meet in the field near the picnic shelter. Please use a red filter on any flashlights you bring.

MAYO RIVER STATE PARK - 500 Old Mayo Park Road, Mayodan, NC 27027 For questions, directions or more inform., call the park office at 336-427-2530 or visit www.ncparks.gov.

Ready...Set....

Go... start paddling!

Ready…Set…Go! The Annual Dan River Boat Race is back! Since 1989 the Dan River Boat Race has been a highly anticipated event. On August 4th 2018 the now statewide event will once again take place. The race is a 2.5-mile-long race with class I rapids.

Check-in and registration will be held from 7:30am9:45am at 775 Lindsey Bridge Rd, Madison NC 27025 which is the Lindsey Bridge Access.

This is the location where the race will start at 10am and the competition will end at 150 Water St, Madison NC 27025 also known as the 704 Bridge Access. After the race there will be live music, concessions and prizes awarded to the winners at the conclusion of the two events! There will be on site boat rentals for those who call and reserve them.

People may also register at the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Dept. The cost is $25 for pre-registration, $30 for onsite Registration and the preregistration deadline is 3:00 pm on August 3, 2018. For more information call the recreational department at (336)548-9572 or visit their website www.m-mrec.org

For the fun of it

Pencils Broken pencils are pointless.

Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22

Farris Memorial Park Amphitheater being remodeled

By Sue Orellana

You may have noticed extra activity at Farris Memorial Park in Mayodan recently as its amphitheater is being revived!

They have recently removed the old rotted out benches, remodeled with new wood, repainted it, updated its power source, chopped down shrubs and trees to make it more visible and created a walkway for people to access its long ago forgotten stage.

The remodeling is taking place because musician Jeff Neal had a vision a few months ago to use his musical talents to raise money and food for the Rockingham Rescue Mission by hosting a music festival at Farris Park. Jeff has done smaller events to help out people in his community before but this time he wanted to create a “monster” of an event and “Monsters on the Mountain” was born.

He wanted to bring the park alive again and give the community a 4th of July celebration without the fireworks! Jeff sought out Trenton Phelps, a young man in our community known as the “Candy Man” who has been involved with many fundraisers and has even planned, organized and executed many fundraising charities to raise money and food for several people and organizations such as the homeless veterans’ food pantry, backpack programs, schools and more.

They met at a bluegrass festival and that is when Jeff decided to ask Trenton to take over the vendors aspect of the upcoming “Monsters on the Mountain” event. Another gentleman in our community Butch Hill is assisting in gaining sponsors for

THIS SPACE. Call Lisa Griffith 336-627-9234 or Elizabeth Doss 336-613-3025

this event and any remaining sponsorship donations will be given directly to the Rockingham Rescue mission.

Many of the vendors and crafters have never been to our town before.

Many of the bands have toured overseas and some of the band members are actually from Rockingham County and they are excited to come to their hometown to help support their fellow neighbors! The bands consist of heavy metal and rock bands which may be a shock to some who have never heard this genre of music before but they invite you to come and bring non-perishable food items or a cash donation for the Rockingham Rescue Mission to enter the festival and help feed the residents of Rockingham County. It is not about what type of music that is playing, it is about helping those in need, bringing Farris Park to life again, and inspiring our community to get involved.

There will be 2 stages, 10 bands, a car show, kids activities and food vendors on Saturday August 25th. The gates will open at 11am. Hopefully this event will not only create more interest for music festivals and church events to be held at Farris Park because of its newly remodeled amphitheater but perhaps it will inspire our youth that they can give back to the community with their unique and diverse talents.

If you are interested in supporting the Rockingham Rescue mission you can visit them at 618 Early Ave. 3692 Highway 14 Suite B in Eden, North Carolina or give them a call at (336)623-2133

complete this accomplishment. Previously, she also served as a member of the Eden Lions Club.

Aside from her distinguished career, she loves gardening and is an avid golfer. A Reidsville resident, McLain is married to Frank McLain, a retired veteran; and has one daughter, Keli Watkins.

Commissioner Richardson Participates in NCACC Board of Directors Meeting In June Rockingham County Commissioner Mark Richardson attended the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners’ Board of the Directors meeting in Buncombe County.

NCACC Board meetings are held to provide an opportunity for Richardson the Board of Directors and its Executive Committee to discuss policy decisions.

Richardson said: "Serving on the NCACC Board of Directors has been a collaborative way for diverse leaders to formulate options to strengthen our communities. Thinking as one, we are able to expand our knowledge base, better serve the needs of our publics, and develop policies and priorities for the Association."

NCDHHS Secretary Cohen discussed anticipated changes with the transformation of North Carolina’s Medicaid system to managed care, noting there will be a new eligibility and enrollment process and physical and behavioral health services will be integrated . She also spoke about social services reform and constraints on resources. Secretary Cohen emphasized, “It has never been more important to build and nurture strong DHHS - County partnerships. Successfully implementing upcoming changes will require us working closely together, and that’s something I’m committed to doing.”

NCACC Board members also heard from four NCACCICMA County Management Fellows and a County Manager who hosts a Management Fellow. The panel discussion allowed each Fellow to offer insights into unique projects they have been a part of, the importance of on-the-job mentoring, and how working in a county government can help a young person have an impact in a community. The NCACC and ICMA – the International City-County Management Association – invest in the program to encourage recent Masters of Public Administration graduates to consider a career in county government.

Another panel discussion was held to discuss NCACC’s steering committees and how to discuss policy issues in the areas of: Agriculture, Education, Environmental, General Government, Justice and Public Safety and Tax and Finance.

The NCACC Board of Directors approved its fiscal year 2018-19 budget, and received an update on legislative developments.

Person County Commissioner, Ray Jeffers, thanked the Board for supporting his candidacy to become the Second Vice President of the National Association of Counties. NACo is a national advocacy and leadership organization representing the common interests of 3,069 county governments throughout the country.

Will You Love A Helpless Dog or Cat? The Rockingham County Humane Society 205 Boone Road, Eden 336-623-4428

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Dick’s Drive-In

From the Desks of Eden City Hall City Manager’s Report – July 2018 Goodwill Community Resource Center The following press release was issued

by Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina

Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina, Inc. (Triad Goodwill) is moving locations and changing the way they serve job seekers in the Eden Community. Starting July 2, the Career Center on Kings Highway is being closed. The Career Center Coordinator, Laurie Suthard, will continue to be available at the Goodwill retail store, located at 303 E. Arbor Lane (across from Walmart). Rockingham Community College (RCC) classes will be moved to 649 Washington Street, creating a smooth transition for about 50% of people who use the Center.

While a big part of the move is due to overwhelming challenges in the leased facility, Goodwill is taking the opportunity to re-evaluate their services in Eden and engage with the community in a different way.

“Goodwill sees the need to more effectively respond to community needs by partnering with other agencies, such as Rockingham Rescue Mission,” says Vice President of Career Development Services Jessica Schultz. “We are committed to the Eden community, and will continue to provide the same services we always have – job search assistance, resume development, interview prep, job fairs and hiring events. Some of that will take place at our retail facility, while others will be housed at community locations.

Additionally, going to a mobile service model will allow us to bring career development supports to people who sometimes struggle to get to us.

Transportation and accessibility are barriers for a lot of folks.

This change will allow us to bring services to the community rather than them having to come to us.”

While long-term plans are still being developed, a schedule of career activities will be posted at the Eden Goodwill store. You can also check out where to find services via Goodwill’s website, triadgoodwill.org, or Facebook.

Schultz recognizes that the move will interrupt services for many people, and brings with it some new challenges. “Goodwill will work hard to continually evaluate the impact of this change and explore options that will enhance our services in Eden.

Communication about where to find us will be critical moving forward, and we will do our very

best to keep everyone informed.”

For questions or to learn more about how to engage with Goodwill, please fill out the “Contact Us” form on triadgoodwill.org.

The RCC students who have been transferred to the RCC Center for Brewing Sciences building on Washington Street have been very pleased with this move and expressed their appreciation to those involved.

Public Safety – It Takes a Community The Eden Police Department would like to encourage all citizens to play an active role in the safety of our community. The Eden Police Department is committed to its fight against drugs, gangs, opioid abuse, targeted shootings, vandalism and more, but we believe additional community involvement can make a huge difference! We would like your help in identifying, locating and arresting criminals in our quest to make our community a safer place to live, work, go to school, and play.

If you see something, know something or have good reason to suspect something, we would encourage you to call Crime Stoppers at 336-349-9683. You should not be afraid to call.

Crime Stoppers is a safe and secure way for you to anonymously give information that helps our law enforcement officials make an arrest, close an open case, and open new cases as needed.

In addition, if you and your neighbors are interested in creating a “Neighborhood Watch” community group, the Eden Police Department has the resources and expertise available to assist you in this effort. Just call the Eden Police Department at 336-627-4282 or send an email to Sergeant Sam Shelton, at sshelton@edennc.us.

We believe “It Takes a Community” and we would appreciate your assistance in our fight to eradicate crime and the undesirables from our community. Please help us if you can – and Thank You!

Economic & Tourism Development Dept.

Berry Hill Regional Mega Park In the recently approved state budget the NC General Assembly included $1 million in funding for Eden to use for water line extension work. This $1 million in grant funding will be used to help extend a waterline to the Berry Hill Regional Mega Park and brings the total

amount of grant funding for this initiative to more than $4 million for the estimated $7.5 million project. Special thanks to Senator Phil Berger for his efforts and support in obtaining these funds for our community.

Innofa Innofa is an Eden company that makes mattress ticking and zippered covers for mattresses.

Ticking is a circular knitted fabric that has inherent stretch properties, ideal for composing mattress fabrics and covers.

Recently, Innofa introduced a very successful patented engineered cover that reduces production labor significantly and added marketing advantages traditional processes could not provide. This innovation created a lot of benefits for the rapidlygrowing e-commerce compressed mattresses industry marketed on Internet.

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Gildan Gildan is currently hiring and looking for people who are willing to work and are capable of passing drug tests. Recently, three people left Eden restaurants for the opportunity to work full time with quarterly incentives, medical and other benefits.

One is now helping them open a distribution center in another state. They even have a weekend shift that is 36 hours but you get paid for 40 hours and have the rest of the week off. This company now employs more than 600 people and is our largest industrial employer.

Please contact Workforce Unlimited (336-347-7783) or Ameristaff (336-623-6252) to begin the employment inquiry process.

Also, this company is planning another sock and shirt sale in Eden in mid-October. The location has yet to be determined but will be released as soon as it is determined.

From the Desks of Eden City Hall Continued to Page 33

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For the Fun of it...

Mad, Brain, Fight There are three friends named Mad, Brain, and Fight. One day Fight went missing and his friends Mad and Brain started searching for him.

Then Brain said, "Mad, let's file a missing person report with the police." When they were about to walk into the police station, Brain said, "Mad, you go and make the report. I will wait for you here." Mad said, "Okay." Mad walked in but no police officers paid attention to him. Then he saw a policeman drinking a cup of coffee. Mad went to the officer, smacked the table, and the cup of coffee flew in the air, landing in the officer's lap. Angry, the policeman asked, "Are you looking for a fight?" Mad replied, "Yes, I am." The policeman asked, "Are you mad?" Mad replied, "Yes, I am Mad." The policeman then asked, "Don't you have a brain?" Mad replied, "Brain is outside sir."

Sad Story Jim, Scott and Alex are tired after traveling all day and check into a hotel. When they get to reception, they find out they'll have to walk 75 flights of stairs to get to their room because the elevator is out of order.

Jim suggests that they do something interesting to pass time while they walk the 75 flights. Jim will tell jokes, Scott will sing songs, and Alex will tell sad stories. So Jim tells jokes for 25 flights, Scott sings songs for 25 flights and Alex tells sad stories for 24 flights. When they reach the 75th floor, Alex tells his saddest story of all, "Guys, I left our room key at reception."

What Is It An Amish husband, wife and son travel to the city on vacation. They visit a shopping mall and while the mother is shopping, the father and son are standing in awe in front of an elevator (having no idea what it is). As they watch, an elderly lady walks into the strange silver doors and the doors close. The father and son watch as the numbers go up, and then back down. When the doors open, a beautiful young woman walks out. The father leans over and whispers to the son, "Son, go get your mother!"

Grandfather’s A little girl and her older brother were visiting their grandfather's farm.

The older brother decided to play a trick on his younger sister. He told her that he discovered a man-eating chicken. The girl was frightened, and ran inside in fear. Then the older brother heard his little sister scream. He ran inside immediately. She was screaming at their grandfather, who was chowing down on a plate of fried chicken. "What is it?" he asked. The sister turned to him in fear and said," It- it's- IT'S A MAN EATING CHICKEN!!!"

Penguins

Divers

A man was driving and saw a truck stalled on the side of the highway that had ten penguins standing next to it. The man pulled over and asked the truck driver if he needed any help. The truck driver replied, "If you can take these penguins to the zoo while I wait for AAA that will be great!" The man agreed and the penguins hopped into the back of his car. Two hours later, the trucker was back on the road again and decided to check on the penguins. He showed up at the zoo and they weren't there! He headed back into his truck and started driving around the town, looking for any sign of the penguins, the man, or his car.

While driving past a movie theater, the truck driver spotted the guy walking out with the ten penguins. The truck driver yelled, "What are you doing? You were supposed to take them to the zoo!" The man replied, "I did and then I had some extra money so I took them to go see a movie."

Paddy and Murphy are havin' a pint in the pub, when some scuba divers come on the TV. Paddy says, "Murphy, why is it them deep sea divers always sit on the side of the boat with them air tanks on their backs, and fall backwards out of the boat?"

Murphy thinks for a minute then says, "That's easy. It's 'cos if they fell forwards, they'd still be in the darn boat!"

Brakes There's a blonde and a brunette in a car. The brunette is driving while the blonde is in the passenger seat. They're going down a steep hill when the brunette realizes that the brakes don't work. The brunette tells the blonde that the brakes don't work and they will drive off the side of the cliff because they failed to stop. The blonde then replies, "Don't worry! There's a stop sign ahead."

Stand-Up Teacher: "Anyone who thinks he's stupid may stand up!"

Nobody stands up Teacher: "I'm sure there are some stupid students over here!!"

Little Johnny stands up Teacher: "Ohh, Johnny you think you're stupid?"

Little Johnny: "No... i just feel bad that you're standing alone..."

Bull A blonde and a redhead have a ranch. They have just lost their bull.

The women need to buy another, but only have $500. The redhead tells the blonde, "I will go to the market and see if I can find one for under that amount. If I can, I will send you a telegram." She goes to the market and finds one for $499. Having only one dollar left, she goes to the telegraph office and finds out that it costs one dollar per word. She is stumped on how to tell the blonde to bring the truck and trailer. Finally, she tells the telegraph operator to send the word "comfortable."

Skeptical, the operator asks, "How will she know to come with the trailer from just that word?" The redhead replies, "She's a blonde so she reads slow: 'Come for ta bull.'"

Q/A Q: Why is Peter Pan always flying?

Each of the following cryptograms is a clue to the identity of a character in advertising. Using the hints N=E and D=S, decipher the clues to name the character.

1 DGYVN JSRSXNV ______________________________________

2 IZDDK ______________________________________

3 ZLGUXFG ______________________________________

4 DWZNNON ______________________________________

5 GYUTNG LSLNV ______________________________________ Dick Wilson played this advertising character:

Tom was at the hospital visiting with his best friend Larry who was dying. Tom asked, "If there is baseball in heaven will you come back and tell me?" Larry nodded yes just as he passed away. That night while Tom was sleeping, he heard Larry's voice in a dream, "Tom..." "Larry! What is it?!" asked Tom. "I have good news and bad news from heaven."

"What's the good news?" "There is baseball in heaven after all, but the bad news is you're pitching on Tuesday."

Bear Two lawyers walking through the woods spotted a vicious looking bear. The first lawyer immediately opened his briefcase, pulled out a pair of sneakers and started putting them on.The second lawyer looked at him and said, "You're crazy! You'll never be able to outrun that bear!" "I don't have to," the first lawyer replied. "I only have to outrun you."

Q/A Q. What is the color of the wind?

A. Blew.

PUZZLE

Q/A Q: What do you call someone without a nose or a body?

A: Nobodynose.

A: Because he neverlands.

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Locate These Hidden Words In Eden’s Own Find A Word COLEMAN PRICE ALAMANCE VALLEY GARDEN DALE

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69th Racers Reunion By Darrell Meade Gregory The 69th Racers Reunion was warmly received at its new home, the Homer V. Wood Memorial Park on Saturday, June 23rd. This was the fourth year that the reunion was held but it was the first time at the Railroad Café. The reunions started out to celebrate the exploits of the area’s pioneer racecar drivers racing at the Draper Speedway or Bi-State as it was later known. It has now encompassed modern day racer’s go-karts to the modifieds of this area’s racers.

Several of the local drivers that have won races at Bi-State in the early sixties were there to see their friends and mingle with the fans. Melvin Chilton, Gene Brown, Owen Brown, and Monk Tate, all winners at Bi-State, were there to tell of taking the checkered flag at Draper.

This year’s event honored Melvin Chilton, for he was the youngest driver to win at Bi-State and even won the Mid-Season Championship at just seventeenyears-old. Chilton drove his father Willie’s #3 Plymouth that Clarence Pickeral won the track championship in the previous year.

Melvin Chilton also presented a people’s favorite car trophy that was received by it’s driver Bob Reavis for the #18 car is owned by Richard Wikle. It was a hard choice to pick this car out of the field of vintage 1930’s Ford Flatheads owned by the East Coast Flathead Ford Racing Association that filled the park’s exhibition area.

This racing association has managed to keep these old engines and cars running in perfect tune for competition. The cars are basically the same that were raced in the 1950’s except for the updated safety equipment.

They show up at local tracks during the season to please the crowds with an ancient spectacle.

Watching these battered warriors at tracks like Bowman Gray is an unforgettable thrill.

The event found a home at the Homer V. Wood Memorial Park which is located behind the Railroad Café. This park was the perfect match for the racers with its leafy trees providing shade for all the participants. Food was next door at the café during the

event with Wendy Wood’s racer special meals.

This year’s racer reunion set the stage for the 70th anniversary of the opening of the Draper Speedway for next June. This

Owner: Sherri Morgan fast and tricky track has spawned a rich heritage of competition in the beginning of stock car racing.

This is one show that all will be waiting for.

Many fans helped out with

this event to bring a bit of the past out into the limelight and it sure would not have been as successful without them. Special thanks to Cindy Adams of the Eden tourism department for helping

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promote this event. It would also not be possible without the support of Wendy Wood and the Railroad Café. Racing and the Railroad Café is a winning combination. See you next year!

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MetLife Insurance Agent Michael Johnson to Hold Grand Opening Event in Reidsville, NC on August 9, 2018.

MetLife announces that Michael Johnson has opened an office in Reidsville, North Carolina in order to serve Rockingham County and the surrounding areas. To celebrate this move, Michael Johnson will be holding a Grand Opening event on August 9, 2018 from 4pm to 7pm, which will feature snacks, giveaways, and prizes.

With 22 years of expertise and experience in the insurance industry, Michael looks forward to discussing the wide range of insurance products he is authorized to offer, including Automobile, Homeowners, Life, Commercial, and Excess Liability Insurance coverage.

Michael Johnson’s office is located at 416 S. Main Street, Reidsville, NC and is open for business from 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. To speak with Michael about your insurance needs with no obligation, you can contact him at 336-348-6720.

Please contact Michael for a free no obligation quote either by phone or email.

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Keli Watkins Starts As New Clerk for County Commissioners The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners now has a brand, new Clerk. A very experienced, Rockingham County Governmental employee, who has risen through the ranks in several departments, Keli Watkins!

A seasoned professional Watkins was serving as Senior Deputy Director of the Rockingham County Board of Elections. Before that she was a library assistant at Rockingham County Public Library in Mayodan, Madison, and Reidsville.

"As a former library assistant, public affairs officer, and elections leader, Keli Watkins has strong writing, research, computer, administrative, and customer relations skills. She has the capacity to handle details, deadlines, and decisions," said Rockingham County Commissioners' Chair Kevin Berger. "We outlined the top priorities needed for this strategic role and we're happy to announce this appointment."

County Manager Lance Metzler said: "we look forward to Keli Watkins joining our leadership team. Our Human Resources Department has been focusing on succession planning for the last few years; therefore, many within our County Governmental staff are receiving opportunities for growth and development. We're glad to see loyal, mature, talented colleagues, like Keli, move up."

Born and raised in Rockingham County (Shiloh area), she graduated from Morehead High; has an undergraduate degree in Communications from Appalachian State University; and a graduate degree in Elementary Watkins Education from Greensboro College.

She was honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy as a cryptologic technician; traveled to several countries; and was a Public Affairs Officer/Petty Officer Second Class, with the U.S. Naval Reserve.

Watkins has accrued staff development regarding governmental accounting, budget and finance, and time management and performance management from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government. She has training in sexual harrassment/conflict management, and supervision; is a notary; and a Certified NC Elections Administrator.

A Rockingham County volunteer, she is involved with the Rockingham County Humane Society, American Heart Association, and the Order of Eastern Star. Watkins is a Madison resident; an avid reader; and animal advocate.

Pam McLain, served as Clerk for the past 28 years; has been with County Government over 36 years; has retired. McLain was thanked and recognized for her dedicated service at the July 9th Commissioners meeting. Two months ago, McLain received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, a prestigious honor from the NC Governor, bestowed on those with "a proven record of extraordinary service to the state."

Per Rockingham County Governmental's website: "The Clerk to the Board is officially responsible for the County seal and the retention of official records. These include minutes, ordinance books, records of county-appointed boards and committees, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and leases. The Clerk is responsible for legal advertisements and must be familiar with the General Statutes that deal with advertisements in order to assure the validity of actions taken by the Board of Commissioners. The Clerk also prepares agendas for Board meetings, hearings, workshops, etc. and composes a full and accurate account of all actions taken by the Governing Body. Because many of the legal powers of the county are exercised by the Board of Commissioners, the minutes of the Board meetings are the official record of what it does and therefore this function is one of the Clerk's most important duties.

Subsequently, the Clerk is required to attend all meetings of the Board of Commissioners."

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LLOYD’S Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. The Oasis-Stop by today The Oasis has opened on King's Hwy in the former produce stand location. They are selling produce and shaved ice. They have cherry, blue raspberry, tiger’s blood (sounds awful but it is really good!) grape, orange, pina colada, lemon-lime, banana, strawberry, root beer, watermelon and bubble gum.

Small is $2.00, medium $3.00 and large $4.00. If you are interested in a fund raiser, call 336-459-0209. They are open daily from 11:00am to 9:00pm.

Stop by there today to cool off on these hot summer days.

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Karastan Rug Mills—90th Anniversary!

UNC Rockingham Cancer Center

On Monday, July 9th, Rockingham County Commissioners honored Darin Quesinberry and the Karastan Rug Mill employees on their 90th Anniversary. On Tuesday, July 17th, the City of Eden honored the company as well.

Their first carpet came off the loom in 1928. Today they continue to make their fine carpets, rugs and as the largest U.S. manufacturer of aircraft carpeting. Congratulations to this fine Eden company.

In June of this year, an open house was held to showcase the renovations that have been made at the UNC Rockingham Cancer Center located on the hospital campus at 515 S. Van Buren Road. The Center offers comprehensive cancer care services, including surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, navigation and infusions. Man additional services are offered at neighboring UNC Rockingham Health Care. The ability to receive care locally is a convenience and a comfort to patients and their families.

This facility is convenient for Rockingham County and Virginia residents. Call 336623-9713 for more information.

Senator Phil BergerThank You The recently passed NC General Assembly budget included a $1 million grant for the City of Eden’s water line to the Berry Hill Regional Mega Park and a $500,000 grant that will fund the splash pad that will be installed at Freedom Park soon. Senator Phil Berger has once again provided help to the City of Eden for its projects, as he has done in all of Rockingham County during his tenure in the General Assembly.

Senator Berger’s past assistance to Eden include, being the driving force behind the Karastan Rug Mill remaining open and expanding in 2015.

Karastan would not be celebrating its 90th Anniversary this year without Senator Berger.

He also was a key proponent of the UNC Health Care acquisition of Morehead Memorial Hospital, and provided Connect Bond grants and loans that saved the City of Eden from considerable financial distress resulting from the EPA Administrative Order concerning its sanitary sewer system.

Area Companies Hiring Gildan, KDH Defense Systems, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Glass Dynamics (they need CDL drivers and employees,) Hampton Inn, Di’Lishi Frozen Yogurt, Cook Out, Papa John’s and Dollar General—Ridgeway, VA are all now hiring. Please stop by these locations to learn

Matrimony Creek Nature Trail The celebration and ribbon cutting for this newest of Eden’s trails will take place on August 9th at 10:00am at the shelter located next to Hampton Heights Baptist Church. A Duke Energy Water Resources Fund grant of $100,000 paid for 70% of the project cost with city staff doing most of the work.

The nearly one-mile trail ends at the picturesque waterfall located just south of Price Road.

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THE CLOCK DOC is in... Eden that is.

August 1, 2018 Horologist, Kevin Webb and his wife Sheila Webb open the doors of their clock shop in Eden, NC. Kevin is a watch/clock master who has spent the last 25 years of his life restoring and servicing just about every kind of clock and watch in existance as well as teaching horology to a few apprientices along the way. Prior to diving head first into cuckoo clocks Kevin worked as a machinist then moved on to become a tool & dye maker for Micro Trains. His critical eye and attention to details made him an invaluable asset for the toy train company. When he put in his notice back in 1993 the owner of the company was skepical of his career choice.

"Just how many clocks could people have?"

Well, apparently a lot since Kevin never looked back. He opened his first shop "Black Forest Clock Shop" in the Sears Shopping Center located in Medford, Oregon. The first two years of his business was spent specializing in Cuckoo Clocks since the other shops in the area

refused to service them. His love of Cuckoos helped his skills excell. Over the next 25 years of his career his shop alternated back and forth between the Rogue Valley and Brookings, OR with a 2 year back log in work on his work shelves. His house call range expanded to cover a 350 mile radius. His customers stretched from Cresent City, CA to Long Beach, WA. It did not take long for Kevin to build the largest repair and retail sales clock shop in the state of Oregon.

Little did Kevin know two years ago that he would relocate to North Carolina. He met Sheila Mayes who is originally from Eden in December 2016. Very shortly afterward they were married and began planning their lives together. Kevin had always dreamed of retiring in Hawaii.

Sheila, being the free spirited, traveler that she is, encouraged Kevin to stop dreaming about Hawaii and simply go. The couple began selling off classic cars, Harley, RV, Boat, ultralite plane, his large milling machine and lathe, several properties and the

clock inventory. Within a couple of months the couple had liquidated most of the large items.

With a pocket full of cash they loaded the remaining of their belongings into a Matson shipping conatiner and watched it pull away destined for the Big Island. They drove Kevin's vintage Datsun pickup to the SF Bay area and loaded it on a ship to Hilo. With pure excitement they boarded the Hawaiian Airline's flight with one way tickets in hand. They had a plan to build a home on the beautiful lots they had purchased bordering the forest reserve.

The first 2 weeks in Hawaii was spent obtaining transportation and temperary housing along with unloading their container. By week 4 the earthquakes became noticable. The

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gases that surfaced thru the fissures made it extremely hard to breath. In addition the VOG caused extreme humidity that clung in the air. Just 3 weeks after unloading their container they relunctantly ordered another container and listed his beloved Datsun forsale. Sheila cried a lot having to leave the island. With a mere 5 weeks time spent in Hawaii the couple was on a plane back to the mainland.

Since Kevin had never taken time to travel in his life, they decided to drive from San Deigo, CA to Sheila's hometown and start over in Eden, NC. Kevin had heard Sheila talk about all the wonderful things the south has to offer and he decided to spend the remainder of his life on the eastern side of the US. He is excited about the opportunities that this side of the country has to offer. He is even thinking about furthering his education in one of our many universities in the area. Hawaii is a done deal at this point in their lives. They still hold the

deed to 3 beautiful lots totaling over half an acre awaiting the volcano to settle back down.

Once life starts getting back to normal on the big island they will list the property for sale.

For now they pray that the guavas, dates, mangos, and coconuts they seeded the lots with take root underneath all the ash.

Right now the couple spend their free time body building together at the Eden YMCA and traveling to buy high end vintage clocks. Their long term goals are to provide a quality repair service as well as unique time pieces ranging from ladies deco watches from the 1920s to wonderful tube chime grand father clocks.

Kevin does all work himself in their shop located at 350-B Kings Hwy Eden NC. Sheila is putting her skills to good use as his Sales and Marketing manager. Housecalls for Grandfather clocks can be sceduled by calling Sheila at 336-627-3750.

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Rockingham County Welcomes New Small Business Manager The Rockingham County Army Reserve.

Center for Economic “First, I would like to thank Development, Small Business & Jan and Rockingham County for Tourism is excited to welcome giving me this wonderful Adam Mark as the new Small opportunity. After serving in the Business Manager.

Army and working In this capacity, in local government Mark will serve as a in Pennsylvania for resource to enhance the last several and support prospecyears, it is an honor tive and existing to return home and small businesses serve in the commuthroughout nity in which I grew Rockingham County. up,” said Adam Mark will be Mark, small business the first point of manager for the Mark contact for many Rockingham County entrepreneurs and Center for Economic startups, connecting them with Development, Small Business & other partners in Rockingham Tourism.

County and the state that assist “We are so excited to have small businesses and strive to Adam join our economic develmake them as successful as opment team. His experience in possible. In addition, he will planning in a metropolitan area, conduct regular visits to municipal government in another businesses in each area of the state and the U.S. Army Reserve county and track their progress. will be a great asset to not only Mark will collaborate with other our staff but to the entire partners that assist small busicommunity,” said Jan Critznesses and entrepreneurs such as Yokeley, director of the Center the Small Business Center at for Economic Development, Rockingham Community Small Business & Tourism.

College and the Piedmont Triad “Best of all, Adam is a native of SCORE Chapter.

Rockingham County with a A native of Eden, Mark personal desire to see his home holds a Bachelor of Arts in community grow and prosper.

Public Policy from the He will be a great partner for University of North Carolina at our local small businesses and Chapel Hill and a Master’s of entrepreneurs.”

Public Administration in Urban The Rockingham County Affairs and Planning from the Center for Economic University of Pittsburgh.

Development, Small Business & Mark’s experience in governTourism is open Monday- Friday ment includes positions with the from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is South Park Pennsylvania located at 425 NC 65 adjacent to Township, Center for the main Governmental Center Metropolitan Studies in building in Wentworth. People Pittsburgh, PA, and the planning seeking small business and department for the City of entrepreneurial services may Pittsburgh, PA. He and his wife, stop by during regular office Katherine, recently moved back hours or by appointment. to Rockingham County with Contact Adam Mark, small their infant daughter. business manager, for more He is currently a Captain information or to make an and serves as the HHC Company appointment at: 336.342.8134 Commander in the 463rd or amark@myrockingham Engineer Battalion in the U.S. countync.com.

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Garden of Eden Senior Center - August All Events are Free and open to the public unless otherwise listed. The Garden of Eden Senior Center 508 Orchard Dr, Eden, NC 27288 (336) 6274711. Mon - Fri. 8am - 5pm .

• Friends Club –Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday at the center at 10am.

On the 4th Tuesday of the month we will have a lunch outing, so we meet at 11 or earlier depending on where we are going for lunch. Call 336-627-4711 •

Legal Aid will be on August 9th at the senior center You must call 1-800-951-2257 or 336-398-1731 to make an appointment.

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

• Walking Group – Morgan Road Track from 8:00-8:30 am Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

• Play Mah Jongg – Thursdays

Rockingham Wellness Center - August All events at the Rockingham Wellness Center are free and open to the public. 509 S. Van Buren Road, Eden, NC 27288. Hours: Re-occurring monthly events: • Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings occur on Thursdays from 12:00 – 1:00pm Alcoholics Anonymous (Open) A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Open meeting and everyone is welcomed.

• Art 101 occurs each Friday from 1:00-2:00pm Taught by Sara Brewer/Olga Diaz- Come, learn and paint with our local artists Sara Brewer and Olga Diaz.

Materials provided.

• The Power of Breathing and Relaxation - Thursdays from 3:00pm- 4:00pm. The way you breathe affects your whole body.

Join us for a relaxing journey through deep breathing and reflections to help improve your overall health and wellness.

Please join Elohee El-Bey as he guides you through deepbreathing techniques.

No registration is required.

• Anyone can draw occurs on Mondays from 3:00pm- 4:00pm Anyone Can Draw – Everyone is born an artist, until someone tells them they aren’t. Kai Benton, local artist, is determined to prove that anyone can draw if they are willing to work on developing the skill.

Kai will help you tap into the hidden creativity within. Art supplies are provided.

• Bingo each Wednesday from 3:00- 4:00pm Enjoy an afternoon socializing, relaxing, and playing one of America’s favorite games. Small prizes for the winners!

• Chronic Pain Warriors Support Group the second Tuesday from 11:00am- 1:00pm Chronic Pain Warriors Support Groucity environment. This group plans events and speakers.

Join members for refreshments and fellowship. Be a part of building support for County residents who suffer with chronic pain.

THIS MONTH • August 10, 2018 9:30 am12:00 noon HIV Screening –Educational presentation will begin at 9:30 am. HIV Screening will be offered free of charge following

presentation from 10:00 am till 12:00 pm. Free and confidential rapid HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis C testing will be offered with one finger stick testing method and results will be delivered in 20 minutes on site.

• August 28, 2018 6-8pm & August 29- 2-3:30pm Movie Screening: Resilience Researchers are developing a new understanding of the effects of abuse and neglect during childhood. As the new documentary Resilience reveals, toxic stress can trigger hormones that wreak havoc on the brains and bodies of children, putting them at greater risk of disease, homelessness, prison time, and early death. While the broader impacts of poverty worsen the risk, all children can be negatively impacted. Resilience, however, also chronicles the dawn of a movement that is determined to fight back. Trailblazers in pediatrics, education, and social welfare are using cutting edge science and field-tested therapies to protect children from the effects of toxic stress - and the legacy of a childhood no one would choose.

• Lunch and Learn: August 14, 2018 12-2pm Prevention 101 - Join us for a discussion of the history of prevention. In this training we will determine a definition of prevention, discuss how continuum of care fits with intervention, treatment and recovery and how prevention connects to MH/SUD/IDD. We will also discuss how prevention looks in the community, address how prevention appears in your current home/life and then identify ways you can be an influence of prevention in your community.

• August 21, 2018 12-2pm Secondary Trauma Individuals that work in various helping fields do not recognize the potential for them to experience secondhand trauma.

Chelsea Bullins and Tim Simmons, Member Engagement Specialist from Cardinal Innovations will be facilitating this presentation that will help you recognize the symptoms and causes of Secondary Trauma, the difference between Burnout, Secondary Trauma, and Compassion Fatigue and how to take care of yourself during stressful times. An example of a self-care activity will take place at the end of the training.

at 11 pm Come and learn or play. Schedule does vary call before you come.

• Rook - Please show up at The Garden of Eden Senior Center by 12:45 and play from 1:00pm until 4:00 pm on Wednesdays.

• Hand, Foot and Elbow – At The Garden of Eden Senior Center by 12:45 on Tuesdays • Phase 10 on Fridays at 10 am • Bingo 9am on Mon., Aug. 20th • Pickle ball- Learn to play now and join in on all the fun! We

play every Monday, and Friday at 8:00- 10 at Mill Ave. Recreation Center and **In the evenings from 6-8:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

• Open Craft time - Fridays at 1 pm bring your own craft or work on one we have. Call for information on what is available.

• Watercolor class on Wednesdays at 9:30 (Come to this open time to paint, teacher will be taking a break for the summer, will continue in fall)

• Watercolor, oil, pastels or acrylic paint class on Thursdays at 1:00. $6 per class. Classes are taking a break for the summer. Call 336-627-4711 for more info.

• Community GardenGrowing tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, okra, peppers, cucumbers, radish, onions, and corn.

Raised beds, we could always use people to weed…..

• Dominos – (chicken foot) Tuesdays at 11:00

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TENNIS TALK AUGUST 2018

Sports Shorts

Submitted by Shelby Rhyne, Executive Director

Rockingham County Tennis Association (RCTA) Connecting Tennis & Education to change the lives of youth in Rockingham County.

Can you measure the angles on a tennis court? Do you know what role Arthur Ashe and Althea Gibson played in creating the professional tennis we see on ESPN today? How many geometric shapes can YOU make with a 36 inch piece of ribbon?

Over 150 young players at these seven summer day camps DO know the answers to these questions thanks to support of our summer 2018 National Junior Tennis & Learning (NJTL) network by the USTA Foundation and the Southern Tennis Foundation.

Campers play tennis once each week on the courts or in the gym at group clinics led by five RCTA Community Coaches and fourteen RCTA Summer interns.

They also enjoy Academic Creative Engagement curriculum (ACE) activities.

What else are our NJTL players doing this summer? They are playing in Net Generation Red Ball Challenges, taking tennis field trips to Greensboro Tennis Academy at Spencer Love Tennis Center and the NC

Tennis Hall of Fame in Greensboro, and attending NJTL Day and watching professional tournament matches at the 2018 Winston-Salem Open.

THIS is tennis in Rockingham County.

More pictures? Check out our RCTA photo gallery: 2018 NJTL Summer: http://www.rockingham.usta.com /photos/summer-2018-njtl-network- connects-tennis-educati/36/bsr_26/ 1. Eden Family Y Summer Fun Camp 2. Reidsville YMCA Camp Soar 3. Boys & Girls Club of Eden Summer Camp 4. Parkview Village Summer Enrichment Camp 5. Eden Parks & Rec Summer Camp at Bridge Street Recreation Center 6. Community Baptist Schools 7. Bee Penn Moore Salvation Army Community Center ACE is an out-of-school academic curriculum connected to the Common Core State and National Educational Standards and the sport of tennis. Activities encourage academic achievement, health and wellness and social and emotional skills.

Play Ball!

Eden Parks & Rec. Dept. Men's Church League Softball Season and Playoff Runner Up PLEASANT VIEW BAPTIST AMERICAN Kneeling L to R - Matt Tredway, Michael White, Mike Brown and Kevin Boyte. Standing L to R - Dennis Smith, Justin Corum, William Chilton, Rod Horsley, Landon Powell, Seth Starling, Jarred Simpson, Toby Holly and Melvin Chilton.

Not Pictured - Pastor Luke Money.

Football Registration underway The Eden Parks & Recreation Department is now registering for its Fall Football Program. Ages groups are as follows: Flag Tag – ages 4 thru 6; Pee Wee Tackle – ages 7, 8 & 9 and Midget Tackle – ages 10, 11 & 12. Practices will begin Tuesday, August 28th for Flag Tag and Midget League and on Wednesday, August 29th for Pee Wees. Any adult that wishes to help coach must fill out and pass a background check. Registration forms may be filled out at the Parks & Rec office at Eden City Hall, the Bridge St. Rec Center or the Mill Ave. Rec Center. Flag Tag practices will be held on both Rec Centers beginning at 4:30 PM and the Tackle Leagues will practice at the Bridge St. Center. There is no cost to play football with the Eden Parks & Rec. Dept.. For additional information contact the Parks & Rec office at 336-623-2110 Ext. 3030, the Bridge St. Center at 336-623-5559 or the Mill Ave. Center at 336-635-2268.

Reidsville Luckies Baseball Teams, both the 8 and Under, shown above, and the 10 and Under, to the right, were recognized by the Reidsville City Council in July.

Reidsville Council recognizes Reidsville Luckies teams Two Reidsville Luckies baseball teams took center stage on July 10, receiving recognition from the Reidsville City Council.

Mayor Jay Donecker, on behalf of the City Council, presented Certificates of Recognition to the Reidsville Luckies 8 and Under Coach Pitch baseball team and the Reidsville Luckies 10 and Under team. Both teams are sponsored and practice at the Reidsville Luckies Batting Academy located on South Scales Street in Reidsville.

The younger travel team, led by Head Coach Hal Young,

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has gone up and down the East Coast competing in numerous tournaments, compiling a 10-0 record in the USSSA (United States Specialty Sports Association) and 16-2 overall, including AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) competition.

The USSSA has recognized the Luckies 8U team as the No. 1 team among 785 teams across the United States.

The Reidsville Luckies 10 and Under baseball team, coached by Head Coach David Taylor, went to the Super State AAU Championship in Durham, North Carolina the weekend of June 23. In their bracket, a total of 17 games were played and the Luckies won their division, then went on to win it all. This state win secures the team a free paid berth to the World Series this summer.

Both teams sported their championship rings and Luckies shirts. The coaches, along with Scott Strader and Ritchie Pegram, owners of the Reidsville Luckies Batting Academy, wore “Team Reidsville” shirts for the meeting while the Council members were presented with Luckies hats to wear.

7th Annual Bow Wow Open planned Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament Benefitting the Rockingham County Animal Shelter Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Monroeton Golf Course beginning at 9a.m.

This special fundraiser is for abandoned, neglected and rescued animals in Rockingham County. All donations are to be made to the Rockingham County Animal Shelter.

A delicious lunch will be sponsored by Short Sugar’s Barbeque. $55.00 per person / $220.00 per team. Hole Sponsorships are available for $50.

Game includes two mulligans per player along with lunch and all beverages.

The tournament will host 26 teams.

Join in on the fun which includes Cash Prize Winners for 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Place.

Closest To The Hole – All Par 3’s. Longest Drive (Men & Women). Door Prizes and a 50/50 Raffle.

Contact Randy Jones (336) 707-4192 or Brittany Flynn (336) 394-0076

2018 Golf "FORE" Reidsville Tournament The Reidsville Chamber's 26th Annual Golf "Fore" Reidsville Tournament is fast approaching on Wednesday, August 15th and we need your help!

We are putting together our golfer goody bags and need your help filling them up with donated items from your businesses.

We will need approximately 150 items that might include pens, pencils, golf tees, keychains, notepads, bottle openers, etc.

This is a terrific opportunity to get your name out there by advertising your business on a small token item to place in these bags for these golfers & volunteers.

If you don't feel like you can donate this many items, you might consider donating a larger item for door prizes. We like to give each one of our golfers a door prize for coming out and playing golf with the Chamber.

These prizes may be golfing prizes, gift cards, tickets to events, meals, etc.

Please let us know by clicking here if you are willing to donate either goodie bag items or door prizes, or even both. We have such wonderful Chamber members and we couldn't have these awesome events without your generosity and support.

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EDEN RADIATOR REPAIR

From the Desks of Eden City Hall Continued From Page 25 Area Companies Hiring KDH Defense Systems, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Glass Dynamics (they need CDL drivers,) Hampton Inn, Di’Lishi Frozen Yogurt, Cook Out, Papa John’s and Dollar General— Ridgeway, VA are all now hiring.

Please stop by these locations to learn more about the available jobs.

RCC Plumbing Class Several local plumbing firms have told the community college they need workers. This is an opportunity to enter a very good trade with great upside career potential. From August 15 through December 10, 2018, RCC will hold a plumbing class on Mon. and Wed.evenings.

Students will need safety glasses, work gloves and closedtoed shoes. Tuition is $180.00, plus $20.00 for supplies. Call 336-342-4261 to register.

Lidl Supermarket In June, the Lidl Director of Communications contacted Mike Dougherty, Director of Economic Development to say there had been no change in the status of the Eden store. No timetable has been set to open the store nor has the property been sold, as rumor had claimed.

If you have been following the news, you may have learned that Lidl is experiencing many issues with other store development projects from which they have withdrawn. They have a new CEO who is trying to set a better course for the company but they have many hurdles ahead.

The City has no influence on a private company except to constantly urge them to open the Eden store, which has been done on numerous occasions. More information will be provided as it is received.

Dan River Water Resources Fund The City has been invited to submit a full application for the Dan River Nature Trail project that will run from Leaksville Landing to the Bridge Street pump station. The grant recipients will be announced in October of 2018.

Eden Economic Development Department Grants and other funding received since 2011 Eden city staff members are always seeking grant opportunities to save taxpayer money for projects. The list below details the $6,093,076 in grants received by our Economic Development Department since 2011: $ 731,000 Golden Leaf Foundation for Berry Hill Regional Mega Park sewer line $ 209,894 Duke Energy contribution to defray marketing expenses after the coal ash spill $ 25,000 Duke Energy contribution in lieu of Rockingham Co.

117 S. HAMILTON ST., EDEN Com. Foundation grant $ 25,000 Rockingham County Community Foundation grant for Grogan Park Trail $ 5,000 Reidsville Area Foundation grant for Grogan Park $ 15,500 Rockingham County Community Foundation grant for bike racks. $ 16,931 Rock. Co. Community Foundation grant for Smith River Greenway parking lot extension $1,800,000 NC Drinking Water Resources Fund grant for Berry Hill Reg. Mega Park waterline $ 100,000 Duke Energy Water Resources Fund grant for the Matrimony Creek Nature Trail $ 24,975 Rockingham County Community Foundation grant for Freedom Park Trail $2,000,000 EDA grant for Berry Hill Regional Mega Park waterline $ 100,000 Duke Energy Water Resources Fund grant to restore/install river access points $ 997,000 Rural Infrastructure Authority grant for New Street Sewer line upgrade $ 42,776 Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust grant for Get Fit Rockingham Get Fit Rockingham This expanded program received a $42,776 Kate B. Reynold’s Charitable Trust grant to fund the 2018 and 2019 programs including Eden, Madison/Mayodan, Reidsville and Stoneville. The City of Eden took the lead on this countywide program and initiated the grant. Free t-shirts, pamphlets, and tracking cards are available at the Eden Chamber of Commerce office if interested in participating.

Grown & Gathered Come experience local foods in a picturesque setting along the Canal at the Spray Mercantile at our newest event, “Grown & Gathered”, on Thurs., August 23. A seasoned chef has designed a mouth-watering menu based on regional recipes and local ingredients. Tickets are $50 per person or $90 per couple and are limited to the first 120 people. This includes an incredible summer supper, two drinks, a local handmade pottery plate along with live music.

Come enjoy Eden’s hospitality at its best at our premier farm-to-fork event. Please call 612-8049 or 344-5539 and reserve your ticket today!

Touch-A-Truck GET READY KIDS! Our fun Touch-A-Truck event is set for Saturday, August 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Henry Street located in Downtown Eden! There will be fire trucks, a tractor, police car, crane, garbage truck, tractortrailer, public works trucks & equipment, and many more vehicles to see, sit in and blow the horn. We will also have your

favorite characters there to meet and have your picture taken with! Plus, there will be hotdogs, shaved ice, cotton candy and lots of other delicious treats.

Admission is a food item for the Kids Backpack Food Program.

We look forward to seeing you there!

RiverFest Things are getting very exciting! Our 15th Annual RiverFest celebration is set for September 14 & 15 and will be full of exciting things to hear, see and do! Headline bands will be Pizazz for Friday night and The Ultimate Eagles Tribute – On The Border for Saturday night along with two stages of live music from local and regional artists all day long.

Come enjoy a Virtual Kayak Experience without ever getting in the water or take a live excursion with Three Rivers Outfitters down one of our beautiful rivers.

There will be amusements, the Gravity Ball, Knockerball, an awesome Butterfly Encounter walk through exhibit, Carolina Raptors with a bird release, sand art, over 125 artisans, crafters and civic groups and so much more! And awesome food: Barbecue, chicken, burgers, stew, philly cheese steak subs, Greek food, funnel cakes, pizza and so much more. Admission to the festival, concerts and shuttles are all FREE! Make sure you bring your chairs for the concerts. Fri., Sept. 14 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sat., Sept.

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John E. Grogan Park A big thank you to all who attended the City of Eden sponsored Chamber Coffee in our beautiful John E. Grogan Park this month. We hope everyone will enjoy the park this Summer and Fall. Bring a picnic, sit in the swing and enjoy the chimes, walk the trail, or just sit under the gazebo and enjoy a good book or great conversation with friends. The park grounds, plaza and gazebo are available for weddings, corporate gatherings, reunions or other events.

Also, the fountain, beautiful structures and trees make for a great photo session.

Bridge Street Parking Paving crews recently returned to finish grading and begin paving the parking lot and alley way. If weather continues to cooperate, the paving should be completed by August.

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From the Desks of Eden City Hall Continued From Page 33 622 Washington Street

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Debris from the crumbling sidewall has been removed by the contractors, Wright and Wray, and the back wall has been framed in, bricked and a new back door installed. Old flooring was removed from the second story to allow for a new sub floor. Second story windows have been removed for replacement. The projected completion date of this building is currently August 30, 2018.

A tremendous amount of progress has become apparent in the last month in this space that was formerly occupied by two buildings at the intersection of Fieldcrest Road and Mill Avenue. Work below grade included removal of debris and waterproofing the surrounding walls along with gravel back fill.

Multiple loads of dirt were deposited then compacted.

Concrete was poured and a medallion was stamped in the center of the structure.

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A lighting design was implemented and fixtures have been ordered. A large decorative sign using a popular logo from the newly implemented branding study has also been ordered. As stucco is replaced on the walls, the sign and lighting will be installed. The space will also have Wi Fi accessibility.

EDDC Eden Downtown Development Corp. Design subcommittee is researching smallscale public art installations.

Similar projects have made large impacts with minimal expense.

The areas for public art could include non-traditional spaces in our downtown. For info, please contact Randy Hunt, Main Street Manager, at rhunt@edennc.us.

Luther Hodges Exhibit @ City Hall The Eden Rotary Club and Eden Preservation Society previously submitted a letter of interest to the Home Trust Endowment for the future Luther Hodges exhibit at City Hall.

They have received tentative approval and will now move on to the next step of the application process.

REAL Certification Randy Hunt, Eden’s Main Street Manager, has now been certified as a facilitator through the REAL Institute (Rural Entrepreneurship through Action Learning).

REAL Entrepreneurship is a recognized leader in entrepreneurship education.

This will help provide assistance to aspiring and existing business owners as well as in the

establishment of a SCORE chapter of retired executives helping such business owners.

Engineering Department Street Resurfacing Projects The FY 2018-19 Street Resurfacing Contract, No. 1 was awarded to Waugh Asphalt, Inc. The scope of work includes the adjustment of structures, patching, asphalt milling, surface treatment, resurfacing and shoulder reconstruction. Waugh Asphalt plans to start work by August 1. The completion date for this project is August 31, 2018. The estimated cost of the project is approximately $488,000.

NCDOT/Highway 14, Kings Highway and S tadium Drive Interchange Improvements NCDOT (North Carolina Department of Transportation) is collecting preliminary data to decide what type of improvements if any are needed at the interchanges along NC14/Van Buren Road to support future transportation improvement projects. The preliminary surveying is being completed along NC 14, Kings Highway and Stadium Drive for the planning of possible improvements to the NC14/Van Buren Road interchanges at Kings Highway and Stadium Drive. NCDOT has informed us that the City will be contacted when a recommendation is finalized.

Finance & Human Resources Department Increase in Delinquent Payment Penalty for Delinquent Water & Sewer Accounts Effective July 1, the City of Eden increased the delinquent payment penalty for delinquent water and sewer accounts from $25 to $40. Currently, Water and Sewer customers have 20 days to pay their water bill. A $10 late fee is added to accounts that are unpaid by the due date.

If the account is still delinquent 10 days after the due date, we currently charge a $25 delinquent payment penalty (increasing to $40 effective July 1). We also pull or lock water meters, if the account is still delinquent 10 more days after the cutoff date and there is another $25 fee charged to reestablish service. Due to the increase in delinquent accounts, effective July 1 the Billing & Collections Division will be applying a delinquent payment penalty of $40 (instead of $25) directly to the account when the cut off list is generated and $25 directly to the account when the pull/lock meter lists are generated. Water and Sewer customers must pay their delinquent bill by 4:30 on the day prior to cutoff.

A reminder notice will continue

to be mailed out after the due date.

The Finance Department offers several convenient ways for you to pay many of your city bills, providing you with new levels of convenience, cash management and benefits from credit card reward programs along with providing a safe, secure and proven way to reduce paperwork, speed transactions and eliminate errors.

• Option I: Electronic payments for water bills, recreation payments and other miscellaneous payments using all major credit and debit cards, via: www.edennc.us • Option II: MasterCard, Visa, and debit cards at the counter or MasterCard and Visa cards by telephone (336-623-2110, opt. 1) • Option III: Automatic bank draft - customers who prefer to pay by bank draft must come to the Finance Department to set up their account • Option IV: Payment Drop Box is located in front of City Hall.

Just drive up, fill out the envelope and insert your bill and payment. Finance Department personnel will be checking the box at 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. each business day to collect the payments.

• Note: The City of Eden has no connection with DOXO.com.

We hope you will take the time to consider each of these payment options and hopefully one will work for you. The city does not charge additional fees for these payment types. Our employees are eager to provide both service and information to those who request it. If you do not find the information you seek within our website, please stop by the Finance Department at City Hall or call 336-6232110, option 1 for a personal response to your inquiry.

Information Technology Dept.

Congratulations to Taylor Rorrer, IT Specialist, on his recent graduation from the Certified Government Chief Information Officer (CGCIO) program at the UNC School of Government.

The CIO Certification Program involves 11 months of course work that lays the foundation for assessing and addressing the most critical issues facing information technology (IT) leadership in local governments. The purpose of the course is to equip IT personnel with the requisite tools to manage and improve their organizational technology assets.

The course addresses major topics including IT governance, project management, risk assessment and management.

Mr. Kevin Taylor, Director of Information Technology, is a graduate of the 2007 CGCIO cohort.

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Municipal Services Department Klyce Street River Access and Draper Landing River Access The City of Eden has been awarded a $100,000 Duke Energy Water Resources Fund Grant for the development of a new river access at Klyce Street and for improvements to the Draper Landing river access.

We are currently in the process of surveying the property at Klyce Street in preparation for this project and are currently making arrangements to replace the steps at the Draper Landing river access.

There are softball tournaments scheduled at Freedom Park on August 4 – 5, August 11 – 12, and August 18 – 19. These events bring visitors to our community who often end up spending money that helps our local economy.

Matrimony Creek Greenway Project - Update A Ribbon Cutting has been scheduled for August 9at 10:00 a.m. at the Matrimony Creek Greenway. Please join us and feel free to explore this new trail.

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In the recently approved state budget the NC General Assembly included $500,000 in funding for Eden to use towards Parks and Recreation. This $500,000 grant will be used to help build the new Splash Pad complex that will be constructed within Freedom Park. Special thanks to Senator Phil Berger for his efforts and support in obtaining these funds for our community.

As we prepare to turn over all abatement fees incurred since July 1, 2017 to the Rockingham County Tax Department, letters were mailed to all property owners that would be affected by this change. The letters gave them the opportunity to pay prior to the County taking over the collection.

Community Accents Program & Parks & Recreation Radio Program Staff will be participating in the Community Accents Program with WLOE (Wonderful Land of Eden) radio on August 10. In addition. We remain involved in these community outreach efforts in an effort to update residents about the programs being offered by our Parks & Recreation Department.

Mill Avenue Swimming Pool The Mill Avenue Swimming Pool is open for the summer season and will remain open through Labor Day Weekend.

For more information please call 336-623-2110 Extension 3030 or email Ms. Georgette Spence at gspence@edennc.us.

Concert in the Park Series & Cruise In The Concert in the Park/Cruise In event is held on the last Saturday of each month through October. For more information please call 336-6232110 Extension 3030 or email Ms. Georgette Spence at gspence@edennc.us.

Be Healthy Rockingham County Staff continues to be involved with Be Healthy Rockingham. They will be attending the Be Healthy Rockingham meetings scheduled for August 21.

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CDGB Grant Application Based upon advice from the PTRC (Piedmont Triad Regional Council) staff, the city intends to apply for a jurisdiction wide grant. This round of funding will allow us to do demolition work as well as rehabilitation work.

Police Department Welcome to Officer Eric Gann & Retirement of Lieutenant Richie Jeffries The Eden Police Department would like to welcome Officer Eric Gann. He was sworn in as an Eden Police Officer on July 12. In addition, we have advertised for a full-time position to replace the position being vacated by the retirement of Lieutenant Richie Jeffries, which became effective on July 1. Again, thank you to Richie Jeffries for his years of dedicated service and congratulations on his well-earned retirement!

Men of Valor Excelling M.O.V.E. Program During the week of July 16 - 19, the Eden Police Department participated in the ‘Men of Valor Excelling’ M.O.V.E. program.

This program is based out of the Leaksville-Spray Elementary School and included students in the 7th and 8th grade.

Local individuals from Eden and the Rockingham County School system in leadership positions spoke to the students about decision-making and future decisions that impacted the rest of their lives. This program also included the children

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If a majority of voters agree, the proposal will amend the state constitution to require that North Carolina citizens show photo identification in order to cast their votes in person.

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

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

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THE THREE RIVERS CHAPTER OF THE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA held its annual juried car show and swap meet at the Eden Tractor Supply parking lot June 23rd. Over 75 vehicles from North and South Carolina and Virginia were classified and judged in 35 categories.

In addition, four special prizes were given for best of show, best paint, best engine and best interior.

Swap meet vendors offered new and used parts, memorabilia and car themed toys. Food vendors included rib and fish lunches, shaved ice and cool lemonade. Activates included a simulated drunk driving experience and Carolina Dune Buggies television show was filming.

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Rockingham County 4-Hers at the NC State 4-H Horse Show on July 4-8, 2018.

Bondurant becomes intern with county Hunter Bondurant of Reidsville, is spending the summer as an intern with Rockingham County Government's Finance Office.

An Appalachian State University junior in Finance, Banking & Financial Risk Management; he hopes to one day work for Edward Jones, as a financial advisor. He's an Intern with the Golden Leaf Scholarship, and is a Founding Father of Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity, Inc., at Appalachian.

Hunter is a member of the Appalachian Marching Mountaineers, where he plays baritone horn. He also plays piano, serves as a lifeguard, and lifts weights. A Rockingham County High School graduate, Hunter said, "I like Rockingham

Bondurant County's small town feel because you always see people you know wherever you go."

Rockingham County Government's Finance Office is led by Director Pat Galloway.

The Finance Office is responsible for establishing and maintaining the financial activity of the County in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and state law.

Rockingham County 4-Hers Compete in 2018 NC State 4-H Horse Show Thirty-seven Rockingham County 4-Hers traveled to Raleigh on July 4-8, 2018 to compete in the NC State 4-H Horse Show at the JB Hunt Complex. Rockingham County had the largest delegation present from one county at the event! 4-Hers took their horses to compete in divisions such as huntseat, western pleasure, adaptive riding, showmanship and trail.

Our 4-Hers had some great rides on their horses and won many awards during the week.

We had several division champion and reserve champion win-

ners. The 4-Hers also participated in the opening ceremonies on Friday evening where they walked in as a county and were recognized for all their accomplishments. This event was very special for one of our 4-H volunteers, Richard Isley. The show was dedicated to him for all of his years of service to the 4-H organization.

4-Hers competed in state 4H horse artistic expressions contests such as horse poetry, horse poster and horse drawing to name a few.

We are very proud of all of our 4-Hers who competed at the

State 4-H Horse Show and wish everyone good luck to those going onto the Southern Regional 4-H Horse Show in Georgia in a few weeks.

Our youth represented the Rockingham County 4-H Horse Program proudly! Thank you to all the 4-H volunteers who helped to make this a special week for our youth.

Rockingham County 4-H is a proud United Way agency.

For more information on Rockingham County 4-H contact the 4-H Agent, Morgan Maness at 336-342-8230 or mcmaness@ncsu.edu.

Debbie Swartzlander commended for the Hard Work & Determination of Payroll Specialist The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners commended the hard work and determination of Payroll Specialist, Debbie Swartzlander, at the July 9th Board meeting in Wentworth. Over the past few years, she has diligently worked to receive the National Payroll Professional Certification which recognizes those who achieve this high level of professional proficiency.

Presented by Financial Services Director Pat Galloway and Deputy Finance Director Kelly Burton, Galloway described to Commissioners the tedious process required for this national status.

According to Galloway, "economic and legislative developments have broadened the scope of payroll beyond its basic function of paying employees. Payroll now comes under a lot of governmental regulations and requirements. Payroll has become a professional discipline that must be knowledgeable in all aspects of payroll including changes in legislative and regulatory issues."

On behalf of the Commissioners, Vice Chair Reece Pyrtle, presented Swartzlander with the framed certificate she received from The Certification Board of the American Payroll Association, followed by a big applause from the audience.

Galloway explained the long hours of course work plus the national exam Swartzlander passed in order to join about 11,000 payroll professionals who have also earned this exemplary certification. "We are very proud of this," Galloway said. "I think this is the first one we have had in Rockingham County since I have been here. We are very proud Debbie put forth the work and effort and to show professionalism and dedication. Debbie is doing a good job for the county."

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The Eden Professional FireFighters Local 2723 presented fans to Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page for the annual fan drive for the Rockingham County Rescue Mission.

Thank you to our Eden community for supporting our fundraisers, we use those funds to continually give back to the community. Another big Thank You to David Johnson of Draper Lumber for his donation and his help to us purchasing these fans."

Fans for the Elderly keep them cool Eden Professional FireFighters Association Local 2723 Makes Donation to 'Fans for the Elderly', Extends Challenge to Other Firefighters and Emergency Personnel The Rockingham County Sheriff's Office and Rockingham Rescue Mission would like to thank the Eden Professional FireFighters Association Local 2723 for their generous donation this year to our Fans for the Elderly donation drive.

"The Eden Professional FireFighters Association Local 2723 is donating 20 fans this year to the Sheriff’s Office and Rockingham Rescue Mission's’ ‘Fans for the Elderly’ program”, said Joe Powell of the association. "Local 2723 is proud to coordinate this project in the Eden community and to be joining Sheriff Page and the Rockingham Rescue Mission in helping those in need in our community. We would also like to challenge all of the other local Emergency Service and Public Safety Organizations to meet or

beat our donation this year."

“We are proud to have teamed up this year with the Rockingham Rescue Mission to help out our elderly neighbors in need; and the Eden Professional FireFighters Association Local 2723 has once again stepped up to help", said Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page. "We hope that others will follow their example and donate fans for those in need during these HOT Summer months. Remember, each fan donated make a difference in someone’s life.”

The Rockingham County Sheriff's Office and Rockingham Rescue Mission would also like to thank the Bethany Volunteer Fire Department for their generous donation this year of over 150 fans to our "Fans for the Elderly" donation drive.

“We thank all of the hardworking volunteer firefighters from the Bethany Fire Department for this wonderful donation", said Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page. "150+ fans will go a long way to helping those in need, but we still

Members of the Bethany Volunter Fire Department, Sheriff Sam Page, and members of the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office

need more. It's HOT outside this time of year, but imagine not being able to get any relief from the heat? Every year the need exceeds the supply, so we still need the public's help to donate fans so that our elderly neighbors in need can have a way to cool off a little during the sum-

The Eden FireFighters Association Local 2723, Chief Philip Butler of the Bethany Vol. Fire Department also issued a challenge, specifically to the other Volunteer Fire Departments in Rockingham County, to meet or beat Station 140's donation.

The 2018 “Fans for the Elderly” donation drive runs through August 15th. Donations can be made 24/7 at the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office located at 170 N.C. 65 Reidsville, N.C.

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DRBA to Paddle Dan below Milton:Take-out at Leggett's Bottom Access Author of press release is T Butler.

On August 4 the Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) will paddle 6.5 miles of the Dan River from Milton, NC to the public access at Leggett's Bottom where US 58 crosses the river in Halifax County, Virginia.

Participants are to meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Milton Public Boat Landing on Route 62 south of Danville (GPS 36.5407, -79.2149). For boat rentals and shuttle, contact Three Rivers Outfitters, 336-627-6215, www.3-r-o.com.

As always, DRBA's First Saturday Outing is free and open to the public. DRBA assisted the Roanoke River Basin Association in developing the Leggett's Bottom Access using funds made available from Duke Energy. A 2017 outing planned for this section had to be moved to Farmer Lake because the river was dangerously high. DRBA hopes for good conditions this time.

Coordinated by Wayne Kirkpatrick, DRBA board member and expert paddler, the Class I section offers smooth waters and high banks, making it feel like a float through wilderness.

The exception is passage near Virginia International Raceway early in the float, where the rumble of racecars on the VIR track may be heard for a mile or so.

A Dan River paddler notes an impressive rail trestle piling below Milton, which participants in DRBA's August 4 outing will pass.

The outing is open to the public, free of charge.

Kirkpatrick notes that there is a small rapid under the Route 62 Bridge, which, like most highway bridges, is anchored on rock. From then on, "flat but moving water" extends the entire float, making it "very novice friendly." On river right half a mile downstream from the bridge is the mouth of Country Line Creek, so-called because in colonial times it separated the "countries" of North Carolina and Virginia. This float, which begins in Caswell County, NC, quickly crosses into Virginia, weaving back and forth across the Halifax/ Pittsylvania county line.

Other creeks of note that enter from river left are Sandy Creek and Wolfe Creek. Sandy Creek's impressive five-arch stone trestle, not visible from the river, now carries the Ringgold-

Sutherlin rail trail over the creek. In the nineteenth century it carried the Richmond & Danville Railroad, which expanded the region's access to trade.

About halfway through the trip are three impressive stone piers from the Milton & Sutherlin Narrow Gauge Railroad, built in 1878 to connect Milton to the Richmond & Danville Railroad. Kirkpatrick muses, "In early American history, our rivers were key to community development, serving as our highways. During the 19th century they were replaced by rail lines, such as the Richmond & Danville and the Milton & Sutherlin railroads. Today, our rivers are serving as recreational highways, recapturing some of the past history as integral to community quality of life."

That quality of life extends to enjoyment of the height of summertime.

Participants may observe turtles, herons, ducks, hawks, and songbirds along the river.

At the take-out, exiting up the steep bank is made easy by the boat slide alongside steel steps anchored by a broad, firm base. As always, DRBA participants will lend a helping hand where needed. Since there is very limited parking, the short shuttle back to the Milton Access will be provided by Three Rivers Outfitters.

Participants in the outing should supply boat, paddles, life jacket for each boater, water and lunch; wear water-shedding synthetic fabric or wool (not cotton or jeans); and be prepared to get wet. All participants will be asked to sign a waiver.

DIRECTIONS: To reach the Milton Access from the intersection of NC 62 and US 158 in Yanceyville, drive north on NC 62 for 13 miles to stoplight in Milton; turn left and cross the bridge; the access is immediately on the left.

From Danville, drive east on US 58. Turn south on Route 62.

Drive 4 miles. The access is on

the right just before the bridge.

Outings and meetings of the Dan River Basin Association are open to the public without charge.

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