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Getting people to buy local food is like getting people to recycle, we all know it is the right thing to do, but the extra effort required keeps us from actually following through. Now the Rockingham County Cooperative Extension is helping to make the process of buying local food a lot easier. But why the NC Cooperative Extension you ask? What do they have to do with my grocery shopping? Most people never realize how much their local Cooperative Extension affects their daily lives. Lets see if I can list just a few ways the Rockingham County Cooperative Extension works for Rockingham County citizens…big breath… they are involved in the growing, marketing and consumption of local foods, soil testing analysis for residential and commercial lawns and gardens, youth development projects, teacher training, after school programs, restaurants food safety certification, public education, feral animal protection (including coyote information), technical advice to farmers who are the backbone of North Carolina’s largest industry (agriculture); whew, quite a mouthful… And… they also provide pesticide training and certifications, perform research on test plots of new crop varieties to improve quality and profit and provide health education concerning food, nutrition and physical activities. But as for your grocery shopping, well,
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Letters to the Editor Dear Citizens of Rockingham County, The funds for the Homeless Shelter in Rockingham County during the dates of January 2 – March 31, 2012 will not be available. Last year it cost about $45,000 to operate the homeless shelter in Eden. I have been told that the federal government wants to phase out homeless shelters by the year 2014 because they consider them too costly. Leaders are scrambling to see what the options will be for those who are homeless. One option would be for the Community to step forward and help out. Based on a plan that is working in another part of North Carolina (please see www.raleighnc.gov/endinghomelessness ), I have been asked by the Reidsville Area Foundation to see if the Community would team up and help out. Banks, businesses, civic organizations, churches, education leaders, families, government groups, individuals, etc. are invited to join the team and help provide for the needs of the homeless. Here is what you are being invited to do: 1. Read the letter from Sharon Foust (below), Executive Director of Rockingham County Help for the Homeless, Inc. 2. Vote to have your group team up with 9 other groups to provide the rent and utilities for one family or individual for the year 2012. It is estimated that each group would need to budget about $750 for the year 2012. 3. Attend a lunch meeting at NOON on Monday, November 14 on the 2nd floor of the Wachovia Bank building, 227 W. Morehead Street, Reidsville to hear Roberta Mccauley explain the program in more detail. Please RSVP for this lunch meeting with Melodie Watt at the Reidsville Area Foundation by calling 634-1669. Thank you, Bill Duke, Pastor, First Baptist Church 409 S. Main St., Reidsville, NC 27320, 336-342-4227 office Hi Rev. Duke, Presently, there are 34 homeless families with no income or disability income on our waiting list. The 10 churches would need to have a minimum of $6000.00 for rent and utilites to house and individual or family for one year. The churches would have to be willing to meet with the families to see what their needs are in order to know what supportive service agencies could help this individual or family to become selfsufficient. Some may need assistance with finding a job, getting transportation to their jobs or assistance with getting disability benefits, etc. I do not know how long it would take to get the individual or adult familiy members to a place where they can find permanent housing. It may take a year or even two years. These individuals should sign-up for Section 8 or Public Housing when the New Reidsville Housing Authority opens their waiting list; and for those who do apply and get disability insurance benefits they can apply for permanent housing programs such as the Target Key Program through Rockingham County DSS or the Shelter Plus AUTUMN WEATHER Care Program at the New GET YOUR SWEATERS! Reidsville Housing Authority. Our grant funding for our permanent housing grant is for homeless individuals or homeless families that have a child with a disability, which excluded the 34 homeless families on our housing waiting list. I hope churches can pull their resources together and help the homeless in Established 1947 Celebrating 63 Years In Business! our county. J.T. Hale, Owner/Operator
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Licensed in North Carolina 22584 and Virginia 2705 122987A Dear Community Leaders, Once again, we thank you for donating either financially or through volunteering to our first free adult dental clinic July 8-9,2011. Through your support, our first North Carolina Mission of Mercy project was a huge success. In the words of Dr. Bill Blaylock, Director of the NCMOM program, “This was the best first time clinic that I have seen in terms of the number of patients seen and how well organized and how smoothly the clinic ran.” In two days, we were able to serve 484 people and we produced just over $273,000 worth of free dentistry. The North Carolina Missions of Mercy (NCMOM) portable free dental program is an outreach program of the North Carolina Dental Society. The North Carolina Dental Health Fund sponsors this program. The North Carolina Dental Health Fund is a 501(c)(3) taxexempt organization, whose mission is: "To provide free dental services to those in financial need with few or no other options.” In 2010 the program treated 6,573 people with a donated service amount of $3,101,407 dollars. Because of the success of our first clinic the NC Dental Society has agreed to bring the clinic back to Rockingham County in 2012. The NCMOM Clinic will be held at the Reidsville Christian Church at 2020 South Park Drive in Reidsville on March 30th and 31st 2012. The success of the Rockingham County Mission of Mercy Dental Clinic is based on the financial commitment and volunteerism of our ENTIRE community. Therefore, we are asking for your help. Our ENTIRE community is responsible for raising $30,000 dollars to help offset the cost of this free adult dental clinic. You and your organization will be recognized in local newspapers before and after the event (unless asked to be anonymous) along with name recognition at the clinic in March. Please consider a donation to this worthy local cause. For more information on the project please visit the website and/or contact one of our local ambassadors listed below. If you have questions, please call the Rev. Dr. Bill Duke at 342-4227 or Dr. Scott Vines at 336-342-1581. For more information you can also go to the NC Dental Society’s Mission of Mercy website (www.ncdental.org) and go to the NCMOM drop down menu. Please make your check payable to: “NC Dental Health Fund.” In the memo please write: “NCMOM.” Please mail your check to: First Baptist Church, 409 South Main Street, Reidsville, NC 27320. We will send the checks as a group to the NC Dental Society. We would greatly appreciate any support that you and your organization can give. Respectfully, Rev. Shannon Newsome, Reidsville Christian Church, shannon@reidsville.cc Rev. Dr. Bill Duke, First Baptist Church, billduke@triad.rr.com Scott Vines, DDS, Dental Coordinator, scottmvines@yahoo.com Janet Rakestraw, Community Coordinator Stokes Ann Hunt, Annie Penn Hospital, Nurse Coordinator Patricia Settle, Community Coordinator Leslie Deaton, Director – Free Clinic oF Rockingham County, Inc. John Grogan, Mayor of Eden Kelly Stultz, City of Eden Jeff Lynch, Osborne Baptist Church Kevin Bedard, Osborne Baptist Church
1st Annual Rockingham Veterans Stand Down As winter approaches our focus turns to the coming holidays and time with family but during this time of rejoicing and fellowship we would be remiss to overlook those in need. It is charity, compassion, and sense of community which Rockingham Counties citizens have always been known for. It is the Rockingham County Veterans Coalitions’ purpose to serve our nations veterans with this same compassion and concern they deserve. With the current conflict in Iraq and Afghanistan and the economic down turn we are seeing more Veterans in need than ever before. On November 10th 2011 at the National Guard Armory located at 292 Hwy 65 Reidsville NC, 27320 the Coalition will conduct an event for homeless Veterans in need. A wide array of services including hot meals and transportation will be provided. It is our intent, with community support, to provide our local Veterans an avenue toward prosperity and success. Via the Stand Down we hope to achieve community awareness and support for those who have sacrificed so much in the name of Freedom. For Information call Raymond Bruins at 336-634-5600 ext. 205. For transportation call Megan Odell or Tanya Fargis, RCATS Transportation - (336) 349-2343 or (336) 347-2287.
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Keep it Local... continued from page 1 and shipped within 24 hours from local farmers! Just visit www.farmersfreshmarket.org/Rockingham and shop till your taste buds are content knowing that the money stays right here, and the local farmers get the business they need. You will be able to shop from categories such as baked goods, beverages, condiments, snacks, dairy, eggs, fruit, herbs, edible flowers, honey, molasses, jelly’s and jams, meats, nuts and vegetables including variety boxes. The goal of the Piedmont Local Food program is to provide the freshest and most flavorful local produce in a convenient and sustainable manner. Piedmont Local Food is currently serving members in Rockingham, Stokes, Guilford, Caswell, Forsyth and Surry counties. When you go to the site (www.piedmontlocalfood.com), make an order, pay for it with your Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Pay Pal, you receive the food items within 24 hours at a pick up location of your choice. The following are locations in Rockingham County: • House of Health: 641 Washington St.. Eden, NC 2:00 PM, Wednesday (General Public) • Morehead Hospital: 117 E. Kings Hwy., Eden, NC - 3:00 PM, Wednesday (Employees Only) • Rockingham County Schools: 511 Harrington Hwy. Eden, NC 3:30 PM, Wednesday (General Public) • Rakestraw Insurance: 725 N. Highway Street, Madison, NC 2:00 PM, Wednesday (General Public) • A Piece of Cake: 301 SW Market St. Reidsville, NC 2:00 PM, Wednesday (General Public) • Sears: 1573 Freeway Drive, Reidsville, NC 3:00 PM, Wednesday, (General Public) • Business & Technology Center: 240 Cherokee Camp Rd., Suite 2, Reidsville, NC 12:00 PM, Wednesday (General Public) Chefs & bulk purchasers receive their deliveries directly at their establishment, and need only indicate that they are located in the Piedmont Area. Metropolitan Buying Club members choose a drop off site nearest to them, and pick up their orders at the designated drop-off time. You will be able to choose your delivery date & location at checkout. If you don't see a delivery site near you, please contact us to see about getting one organized. Brenda Sutton, County Extension Director, works diligently to get the word out to the citizens that they are hard at work for our local economy and community health. They live by the motto “Empowering People – Providing Solutions”. With booklets, CD’s and websites to keep the community informed, it is also important to keep their work in the public’s eye though local newspapers, workplaces and programs in the schools. Recently in providing lunch for their Annual Report to the People they truly walked the
walk making sure their meal was locally provided and prepared. Lunch was sponsored by Carolina Farm Credit in Reidsville and was grown by area farms and prepared by our county’s cooks and restaurants. The meat for the meal from Pryor Farm, prepared by Tommy Rivers Catering. The Roasted Potato Medley ingredients were provided by the Running Pine Herb Farm, Popular Ridge Farm, In Season Garden, Mill River Far, and Cornerstone Garlic Farm, and were prepared by Mom’s Kitchen. Pickled Okra was from Ward Farms of Whitsett and the bread and desserts were provided by Smith Farm, High Rock Farm and prepared by A Piece of Cake. Sutton introduced special guests at this event, which included Ryan Combs from Rep. Richard Burr’s office, Bert Jones of the NC House of Representatives, county commissioners Tommy Flyntt and Keith Mabe, and Jimmy Gentry of the North Carolina Grange. After the delicious meal, Mark Davis, Advisory Chair, provided information on the recent drought, which has taken its toll this year as well as the past 4-5 years. The extension’s work on drought resistant varieties of crops is a high priority in our area. Already there are test plots with corn, which have shown great success in this year’s program. The county’s Cooperative Extension office helps growers work with new crops for income, providing growers with invaluable advice on how to go about making the changes they need to make for profit. Davis noted jokingly that the most perceived description of an Extension agent is as someone like Mr. Kimball from Green Acres in the 60’s. But in fact, an agent now has to wear many hats and be extremely educated in agriculture, as well as several other areas to perform the job. “Most people in this decade are removed from the farm, and think that they have no involvement with the Extension,” he said, but most don’t know that Extension even has involvement in rating the restaurants in the area, getting local farmers the help they need to help the local economy and keeping children in the know when it comes to how agriculture affects their every day life. Davis also told the guests of the youth programs that are handled through the local offices including 4-H youth programs, and an abundance of after school workshops, youth development projects, and teacher training. Adult training is provided in many areas, just to mention some: Soybean Variety Trials, Training for EPA Fumigation Laws Compliance, Coyote Management workshops, Disaster Preparedness and Response, and programs on Beef Cattle, Horse Management, Hay and Straw Directory as well as an Equine E-newsletter, Beekeeper class, RAFI Grant Assistance, Fruit tree training and pruning, pecans, blueberry, shiitake mush-
336-623-4246 room workshops, Green’s Industry for golf courses, ornamental nurseries and greenhouses, and specialty crop education. Jim Cowden, District Extension Director, noted that North Carolina is the 2nd largest state in getting federal money for the extension program. Be sure to put Piedmont Local Food on your weekly grocery list. Visit the following websites including www.farmersfreshmarket.org/Rockingham, w w w. t h e p r o d u c e l a d y. o r g , www.piedmontlocalfood.com and groups such as the Local Food Coalition, ServSafe, Community Gardens, all served by Cooperative Extension Volunteers. P.S.: www.theproducelady.org is a great resource for easy preparation tips!
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LOCAL FAREWELLS... Loved ones who have recently passed away.
COUNTY WIDE OBITUARIES Nina Minor Aldridge, 91- Reidsville James Reid Atkins, 79 - Rockingham County Patsy Marie Mabe Barton - Eden Winifred Lawson Byerly, 95 Donola Dunn Craig, 78 - Rockingham County Charlie Sanders Carter - Madison Jesse Marshall Carter, Jr., 85 - Rockingham County Cathy Joyce Donahoo, 64 - Rockingham County James Douglas Dunlap, 63 - Rockingham County Joseph Francis Gregory, Jr., 90 - Reidsville James O. “Dusty” Graves, 66 Ronald Michael Goga, Sr., 73 Jarvis Owen “J.O.” Hines, Jr., 85 - Reidsville Louise Dalton Haigler, 86 Jean Dodd Hairston, 85 Hassell William Hairston, 64 Margaret Ellington Joyce, 87 Moses Joyce, 81 Shirley C. King, 74 Alma Atkins Vaughn Kallam, 79 - Rockingham County James “J.W.” William Moricle, 86 - Reidsville Estelle Howerton McClintock, 84 - Madison Johnson J.W. Worley Moore, Jr. 82 - Reidsville Rosemary Alma Miller, 89 Linney Dale Mahon, Sr., 72 Audrey Kendrick Meeks, 79 - Rockingham County Frank Miller, 76 Emma Sophia Mabe, 3 Deloris Ann Brooks McGee, 66 - Reidsville Alphonza D. Millner, 43 David W. Mendenhall, 67 Charles Calvin "Buddy" Pulliam, 63 - Rockingham County Nancy Hicks Peckham, 79 - Rockingham County McGregory Allen "Greg" Roberts, Sr., 50 - Eden Noney Dell Rowe, 87 - Rockingham County Amanda Dawn Carter Rorrer, 31 Jackie Lee Rodgers, 47 - Rockingham County David Douglas Roberts, 41 - Reidsville Roy Thomas Stone, 90 - Reidsville Beulah Evans Stanfield, 92 - Reidsville Robert "Kerwin" Smith, 73 - Rockingham County Lettie Galloway Sims, 88 Pauline (“Polly”) Bell Steele, 93 - Madison Connie Frances Shaffer, 45 Hilda Ruff Somers, 77 Isaac Hugee “Ike” Spangler, Jr., 88 - Rockingham County Woodrow “Woody” W. Sizemore, 92 - Rockingham County Lynda Jean Richardson Vaden, 66 Posie E. Woods, 93 - Rockingham County Mary M. Watt, 87 - Stoneville Desi Andrae “Pete” Wall, 34 William Francis (Frank) Wall, 94 Bertha Hutchens Wallace, 83 Wade Cornelius Webster, 72
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skat is coming! Many of us see the vans around town, the ones with RCATS on the side, but many don’t know what they are for. Covington These vans are just one service of Aging, Disability and Transit Services (ADTS) of Rockingham County, Inc. (formerly Council on Aging) which is dedicated to assisting and linking senior adults, people with disabilities and their families with information, opportunities and services that promote and enhance quality of life, and to meeting the local transportation needs of our citizens. These colorful RCATS (Rockingham Community Access Transit Service) vans are just one part of their wide range of services, which also include Nutrition services like Meals on Wheels and Meals with Friends, In-Home Aide Services, Cap/DA case management, and more. The RCATS 19 van’s typical destinations are medical facilities, rehabilitation and treatment centers, educational/school facilities, employment, grocery shopping, etc. This door-to-door service, averaging some 55 thousand miles per month, and using up to $16,000 in fuel monthly, available to those in need at a nominal fee, and usually only if you reserve your pick-up request 4 days in advance. But even with all this, there is still a much bigger, far-reaching need for the entire community, at any age, to have access to very dependable, timely transportation on a daily basis.
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This is where it gets interesting. Lee Covington, executive director of ADTS, recently announced that “skat” Mass Transit is coming to our county. He notes that even though we currently have a fleet of 19 vans on the road every day, there are still unmet needs, with passengers currently are required to call for a ride at least four days in advance. A fixed route system will alleviate that requirement. Although 3 general public routes were applied for, one for each
Western Rockingham County, Reidsville and Eden, the powers that be decided we needed to start out with one, so after statistical data was reviewed the Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) chose Eden as the pioneer program area, believing it was the best place to show an immediate positive impact. The first year this service will be available in Eden only, and more grants will be applied for yearly to eventually add each city in the county on this service. Covington explained that the grant was for $236,000 plus $150,000 in operating capital, and will provide 2 buses, each fully equipped for the general public including wheelchair bound passengers, which can hold up to 18 persons total per trip. One bus will run the route, while the other is stationary for backup. There will be only CDL classified drivers operating the buses. The new bus system will provide 2 new jobs and possibly more office staff for county, transporta-
Grant Specifics The funding awarded for a 2 year time span: Funding provided by: Operational expenses Federal$120,000 buses $133,822 State $15,000 City $15,000 50% - match which will be offset by: Small fare charges ($1) Advertisements on back of vehicles, Rout maps & Shelters Local government
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Heritage Project Contunued from page 1 ing in the on-campus Gerald B. James Library, participated in the project by identifying images gleaned from photographs, postcards, and advertising cards depicting a wide variety of people, places and events across the county; from the Luckies baseball team to the Avalon mill to family portraits. The times represented range from the early 1800s to the 1960s. The RCC Historical Collections Room is funded through the RCC Foundation. The public is welcome to view its unique collections, some of which are online at www.rockinghamcc.edu/library/. To view the photos submitted to the NC Heritage Center project, go to http://digitalnc.org.
tion for the general public, saving gasoline, emissions and keeping the area “green”. Route Specifics Called “skat” (standing for nothing more than a way to “skat” around town), the pioneer bus system will be provided in early 2012 in the city of Eden with a circuit of scheduled stops, and covered bus terminals and low prices. This new service will be available to the general public for a fee of $1 per ride, and if you plan on utilizing the system a lot, monthly passes will be available. The general public should enjoy riding the spacious 25’ LTV buses that will be in service 7 days per week running Monday through Friday from 7am – 8pm, and Saturday & Sunday from 8am – 6pm, operating on a 1 hour loop. As the program begins, shelters will not pop up at every location because they want to see which areas are working for pickup and drop-off before investing in a shelter at a specific stop. Bus stop shelters will be lighted with solar energy. The bus stops that have been chosen for the program to begin with will be adjusted as needs become apparent during the first year of operation. Those stops (listed in no particular order) planned in the pioneer program include so far: Eden Family Dentistry (across from RollAbout) Meadow Greens Shopping Center Wal-Mart Wright Diagnostic Arbor Glenn Apartments Eden Library Chadwick Apartments Rhode Island Mill Apartments Brownstone Commons Morehead Hospital Medical Arts Building Devita Dialysis Center Kingsway Plaza YMCA Dayspring Medical Washington Street Commercial District Draper Shopping Village Draper – Dollar General Mitchell’s Drug (Cook Block) Eden Mall • Eventually there are plans to have a connector bus to Wentworth, for those having business at the county seat.
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E vents RECURRING EVENTS CLASSES MOREHEAD HOSPITAL Morehead Hospitil, of Eden offers many community Education Classes, most totally free of charge to anyone. Call the following numbers for details about the listed classes...
LIVING WILLS 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 19 Morehead Memorial Hospital Main Conference Room Learn about new NC legislation related to Advance Directives and prepare your living will and health care power of attorney documents. Each session begins with an informational discussion. Those attending are assisted in finishing their documents. A notary and two witnesses are present to finalize the completion of the documents. There is NO CHARGE for this community service. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - preferably at least one week in advance. Call Marcia McQueen, director of Chaplaincy Services to register: 336-623-9711, Ext. 2482. The NC Advance Directive Documents are utilized and will be sent to you when you register so you can begin reading and thinking about your wishes. CHRONIC DISEASE MANG. Held at Morehead Hospital diabetes Edu. Classroom Please call 627-0409, 8 am-5pm to register for these classes. • Cardiac Rehab & Maint. • Diabetes Management • Pulmonary Rehab Prgm.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Wed. - 8pm - Morehead Hosp. Dining Rm - Tue & Fri - 8-9pm Rock of Eden Spray Methodist PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP 2 p.m., Third Tuesday Morehead Memorial Hosp. Main Conference Room. 627-6199. COMMUNITY OF HOPE CANCER SUPPORT PROGRAM 2:00 p.m., Every 2nd Tuesday Smith-McMichael Cancer Center Conf. Room Designed to help patients and their families/caregivers/friends cope with cancer. Family, financial and spiritual concerns and needs will be addressed. For more info, call 336-623-9711, Ext. 2482. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT 1:30 p.m., Every Third Thursday Morehead Nursing Center. Group is affiliated with the Alzheimer’s Assoc. www.alz.org and a 24/7 Helpline available at 1-800-272-3900. For more info , contact the MNC Rec. Services Dir. at 623-9712, ext. 2619 or email ahardy@morehead.org. SPECIAL YOUNG ADULTS 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tuesday Morehead Hosp. Downstairs Classroom A night for adults ages 18-45 with mild or moderate developmental disabilities make crafts, enjoy snacks and participate in other social activities. For more call Brenda Moore at 623-1077 or 613-5174 after 6 p.m. LOOK GOOD - FEEL BETTER 10 a.m. - Every Third Monday Smith-McMichael Cancer Center This program helps patients learn to disguise physical side effects they sometimes experience while undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment. Open to any patient in Rockingham County regardless of where they receive treatment. Reg. required. 336-623-9713.
HOUSE CALLS - RADIO SHOW 11:30 a.m., 2nd & 4th Wednesday 1490 WLOE AM • WMYN AM HIV/AIDS Meetings Held Monthly. For info: 800-924-3193 Teresa Hart TOTAL JOINT EDUCATION CLASS 7:00 pm.-8:00 pm, the 2nd Thursday of month, For more info , call 951-4357.
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WEEKLY WELLNESS HOUR Every Wednesday evening at 7pm FREE to Public! Door Prizes! Learn about health and prosperity. 594 Pierce St, Eden, NC (next to library) 627-4325
THE DAV Now meets 3rd Monday of each month at 7pm
LOOK GOOD…FEEL BETTER – Annie Penn Hosp. Female cancer patients are invited to a FREE beauty makeover. Each female cancer patient receives a FREE makeup kit worth $200. Classes on First Wednesday of each month. To register, call 951-4584. GROUP DIABETES CLASSES – Annie Penn Hosp.-FREE Diabetes Group Classes twice a week to County residents. Walk-ins welcome. Classes held in Dining Room C in Annie Penn Cafeteria. The classes will be held each Mon. & Wed. Contact Jennifer Dietz, at 951-4673. TOTAL JOINT EDUCATION CLASS Physical therapists, nurses, and care management professionals provide information and demonstrations to patients who are considering, or scheduling total knee or total hip replacements. For more information, call 951-4357. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP – Monthly meeting on Monday, 2nd Monday of month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the South Day Room of the Penn Nursing Center. Family, friends, and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s are invited to attend. Call 951-4674. ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ DIABETIC EDUCATION WORKSHOP FOR EVERYDAY LIVING Eden Chamber of Commerce Board Room, Every 3rd Thursday of every month, 3 pm. No reservations necessary, FREE to the public! Pete Crouch, owner of Eden Drug, speaks on different topics monthly. Please call the store if you have questions: 627-4854.
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SPECIAL POPULATION DANCE The Arc Of Rockingham County sponsors a special population dance monthly (the 2nd Thurs. of month RCC, Whitcomb Student Center. 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Refreshments. 336-627-7565 GRIEFSHARE & DIVORCE CARE Support groups for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them or needing help healing from pain of separation or divorce. Every Mon. from 6:30- 8:00pm, Growing Oaks Community Church, 2270 Harrington Hwy., Eden. Call 623-1114, 558-5947 or visit www.growingoaks.org AL-ANON - Fri’s 8pm - Joint meeting with Alcoholics Anonymous - Rock of Eden Spray Methodist Wed’s - Morehead Hosp. Dining Room Circle of Love - 8 - 9pm NA (NARCOTICS ANON.) Meets 5 days a week in Reidsville at the REMMSCO Annex, 108 N. Main St. Includes a noon meeting on Monday and 8 PM meetings Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat. 1 hour meetings, open to all. FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION SUPPORT Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month 6:30pm- 8:00pm, DSS Conf. Room. Jo Wilson 342-1394
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RED CROSS BLOODMOBILES Appointments are strongly recommended for donors to get in and out faster. Call for the bloodmobile nearest to you! 349-3434
CLUBS & GROUPS EDEN’S WOMEN’S CLUB 3rd Thurs. of mo. - 7pm. 623-7290 WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB Ruritan Club meets 2nd Tuesday each month at 6:30 at the Wentworth United Methodist Church at 6:30pm. Monnette Rich 336-951-2526 or Mary Jo Boswell 336-342-4346 STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB Meets at the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. 3rd Tuesday or the month - 7pm
MINORITY BUSINESS ASSOC.EDEN Meets 1st Monday of each month at 6:00pm - Eden Chamber of Commerce, Van Buren Rd. Call Butch-627-7600 PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP Detachment of the Marine Corps League All Marines, former Marines and their spouses are invited to attend the monthly meeting: the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm in the student center at Rockingham Community College. CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION OF EDEN Entertainment and Brunch Oct. 20, 9:30am - 11am “Health Care REally Works” Edwina Swan, RN & Michelle Wood - Care South Healthcare will discuss Home Healthcare. Music: Kellie, Rachel & Laurin Jones Speaker Carol Dobosy, nurse, with “Impressions and Misinterpretations” Wray Centre, 452 Bridge St., Eden $10 at the Door. Contact 939-2230 or 3421524 for reservations. MOPS - Reidsville MOPS - Contact Kelly at 348-1634 for more info - Rockingham MOPS - Contact Heidi at 427-2712 for more info FRIENDSHIP MINISTRY Osborne Baptist Church Children’s Worship Area. A ministry for children and adults with developmental disabilities. 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month 6-7:30pm. Registration Required call Kevin Bedard. 336-623-6064 kbedard@osbornebaptist.com TEEN PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm at Leaksville UMC. For information, contact Ashley May at 623-6002. AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 Normally Meets 3rd Thursday of month. 6:30pm. All Vets Welcome 147 N. Fieldcrest Rd, Eden CIVIL AIR PATROL The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is seeking volunteer members to help perform emergency services (including search & rescue and disaster relief operations) Aerospace education; and cadet programs for teens. Every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Shiloh Airport. Call Charlie Spratt at 336-537-3115 or 336-520-7886.
RC AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Monthly Meetings held 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of month. Red Cross Bldg 3692 NC Hwy 14, Reidsville. 573-3317 or 548-2027 JOB SEEKER CLASSES Goodwill Industries of Central NC Community Resource Center of Reidsville. Call 336-637-1010 to register Employability Skills, GED Classes AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 - Reidsville, Meets the 1st Monday each month at 7pm at the post located behind Auto Zone in Reidsville. For more info: 336-295-2996. MARINE CORPS LEAGUE Meet 2nd Thurs. each month at 6:30pm 8pm, at the Kings Hwy. Christain Church, Eden. Seeking new members, call Harry McKinney at 627-8881 AMVETS- Local group. All Veterans and service men & women welcome. Willard (Woody) Waters at 635-1786 or woodyeee@embarqmail.com WILL OF THE PEOPLE Oct 20, Nov 17 each at 7:30pm Whitcomb Center, RCC. Members and Guests are encouraged to attend. Call Thomas Harrington, if there are any questions, 623-8437. APSRC Monthly meeting for the Animal Protection Society of Rockingham County (APSRC) held from 2 to 4 pm the third Sunday of every month at Hospice of Rockingham County, 2150 Hwy 65, Wentworth, in the patient building to the left. For more information, visit www.apsrc.org, email info@apsrc.org or call (336) 791.4606.
FREE MEALS MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time. Anyone 60 years of age and over Why: activities, good food & fun • HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206 Site Manager-Joann Williams-Tucker • LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St. Eden Site Managers- Mildred Cochran Kay Ramsey 623-5343 • MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave., May. - 445-9840 Rita Hunt • REIDSVILLE SENIOR CENTER Reidsville Rec./ RHS Apartment 201 N Washington St., Reidsville Site Managers- Sara Dominick & Diane Clark 349-9757 SALVATION ARMY Hungry? Come by and have a meal on us! Mon. thru Fri. 12:00-12:30 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden Sun. 9:30 worship, 11am Sunday School.
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Entertainment EDEN JAZZ FEST October 1, 2011, 12 noon - 8:30pm Fundraiser for RC Arts Council. Food, Music and vendors will be featured. Freedom Park 121, N. Edgewood Rd., Eden 6TH ANNUAL MADISON HERITAGE FESTIVAL October 1st from 10am - 8pm Featuring Eric & the Chiltones and more. Fun forthe entire family.
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Sound Express with Legacy Transit Vocal Band • Velvet • Michael Ken • Hubert Lawson • Bruce Mallaratt • Puppet Show • Sunday Afternoon Gospel Music• Over 200 Vendors & Exhibits • Rides • Games • Kid's Zone • EZ Street Cruisers Classic Cars. rdc@ci.reidsville.nc.us www.reidsvilledowntownnc.com Sponsors, Vendors & Festival Info: 336-347-2307
REIDSVILLE DOWNTOWN HOMEGROWN FESTIVAL 3 DAYS of ENTERTAINMENT Friday, Oct 7 5:30 - 9:00pm
FALL GOLF OUTING Morehead Hosp. Foundation October 7 - 12:45 pm Shotgun Start. Oak Hills Golf &Event Center, Eden. Contact Ed Holbrook: 336-627-6334
Blowout Concert To Get Things Started.
Saturday, Oct 8 10am - 9 pm and Sunday, Oct 9 Noon - 5 pm FREE Admission
Church Events A New feature of Eden’s Own / Rockingham County Star Church Events is for Special Occasions that Churches in the county offer the public such as Revivals, Music, Guest Speakers, Programs, Vacation Bible Schools and more. For 10 Lines or less the fee is $10 The listing will be in the public’s hands for a full month, so be sure to tell the public what your place of worship has to offer them. Call 336-627-9234 and ask for Elizabeth or Lisa.
GRIEFSHARE & DIVORCE CARE (Grief Recovery Support Group) meet every Monday 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm GROWING OAKS COMMUNITY CHURCH 2270 Harrington Hwy, Eden, NC Call 336-623-1114 for more information www.growingoaks.org • TRINITY WESLEYAN REVIVAL 186 E. Aiken Road, Eden October 16-19th - Sunday Night 6pm, Mon., Tues, Wed : 7PM Featuring Pastor/Missionary Ronnie Jones Special Music Nightly Childrens Ministry & Childcare Nightly For Information 336-623-9626 • FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 130 Main St., Eden, NC BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND YARD SALE October 8th from 7-1. Breakfast starts at 7:30am until 10am with pancakes, buscuits, toast, eggs, gravy, bacon, sausage, juice, and coffee for $5. Lunch will be from 11-1 with 2 hotdogs, chips, drink and a cookie for $5. Everyone is invited! For more information call 616-7754 • A study presented by Rev. Mark Heath on "HOW TO DISCOVER PURPOSE IN LIFE APPLYING SEVEN NON-OPTIONAL BASIC LIFE PRINCIPLES" by: Bill Gothard Every Sunday at 6:30PM beginning October 9, 2011 First Assembly of God, 2808 Swallow Rd., Reidsville, NC (336) 349-7856 Learn how to gain a good conscience, engraft God's Word, get under God's protection, achieve moral purity, experience genuine forgiveness, yield personal rights & discover self-acceptance through the principles of responsibility, success, authority, freedom, suffering, ownership and design.
• ANNUAL MISSION'S FUNDRAISER (HARVEST SALE) Bethlehem United Methodist Church 1891 Beth. Church Road, Reidsville located off Hwy 14S will be having their Saturday October 1, 2011 from 9am until 1:30 pm. Canned goods, baked goods, and many other items available. Breakfast for sale at 8am. BBQ and marinated chicken breast will be offered for sale at lunch, 10:30 am. All proceeds go to missions. • YARD SALE AND STEW BETHLEHEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH off Hwy 14 S, Reidsville on Saturday, October 15. Yard Sale starts at 7:30 am. Pre-ordering stew is preferred by calling 623-2073. Price is $4.75 per quart, and will be ready by 1pm or call 623-4072 day of stew and check on availability. • ANNUAL BAR-B-Q WENTWORTH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Hwy. 65 - Wentworth Saturday, October 8th - 4pm - 7pm $7 per plate - includes dessert and drink 336-616-0018 for details
HAUNTED TRAIL - EDEN Fridays & Saturdays in Oct. beginning October 7th - 29th 8pm - 11:30 each night Admission $5 every age. Special on Oct. 28 & 29th only - children 12 & under on $2. Be prepared to wait in line for a while! Proceeds go to help fund youth programs for Eden Parks & Rec. Dept. For details or donations call 623-7789. ext. 3026. EDEN CRUISE: Last of Year! October 8th 4pm - Until Sonic Drive-In, 104 E. Harris Place and Van Buren Rd., Eden All cars, trucks and motorcycles, no year restrictions 50/50, door prizes DJ (Ronnie Overby) from 4 to 7:45 p.m., live band at 8 p.m. Sponsored by Tri-City Automotive proceeds benefit local charities. FALL FESTIVAL YARD SALE In Wal-Mart Parking Lot - EDEN Oct. 8, 10am - Don’t miss it! All Proceeds will benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. To be held in lot beside Grocery area Renting Space for $10. Call & speak with Vicky Woodall or a member of management at 336-623-8981. Crafters, facepainting, photographs, pumking painting, food for sale. Gold Fish event. EDEN’S 7TH ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL Freedom Park on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Food ven-
dors, children’s games and rides, a costume contest and live entertainment throughout the day. EDEN PARKS & REC’S ANNUAL PET SHOW Saturday, Oct. 29th, 10:30am Reg. begins at 10am Animals must have proof of rabies vac. No entry fee. Cans of food accepted for less fortunate animals in shelter. Prizes awarded for cutes pet, most unusual pet, best in show, and of course, Best Halloween Costume. Call for more info.6274711. GARDEN OF EDEN SENIOR CENTER Health Department will be offering flu shots on Wednesday from 10:3012:30 on October 12th.
PRESENTATION 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., Thursday, October 27, Morehead Memorial Hospital Downstairs Classroom Please join the American Cancer Society for the fourth annual Pink Talk. Literature will be available, door prizes will be given away and lunch will be provided. Registration is requested by Monday, October 24. Call 336-834-0844 to register.
SENIOR DANCE Last Monday of every month CB Hut on Boone Rd., Eden $5 entry. Door prizes and 50/50. Sponosred by City of Eden Recreation, Everyone welcome. City Limits Band starts at 7pm. Free line dance lessons at 6. Join us! LADIE’S NITE OUT Eden- Oct. 14th - 5:30pm - 8pm Downtown area of Washington St. Music, Wine Tasting, Antique and Gift Shopping and more.
New & Used Household and Remodeling Items, Free Large item /big load pick-up by appointment. Recycling goods to build homes with families! Contact: 627-0160 Messages returned! NEW BEGINNINGS Visit during Ladie’s Night Out for refereshments and special deasl. A “31 Representative” will be in the store for your convenience. This shop’s proceeds supports the Rockingham County Women’s Shelter. Please donate your unneeded items. They especially need Children’s Infant -Toddlers plus women’s Plus Sizes. They are also in need of Jewelry (even if broken), Purses, Children’s Clothing, and any fall items. Please drop by the store during business hours.653 Washington St., Eden Phone: 336627-5003
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REIDSVILLE LANES IS HOSTING STRIKE OUT BREAST CANCER Saturday, October 29, 2011 Shifts at 9:30, 12:30 and 3:30 HALLOWEEN TREAT STREET Eden’s Downtown Washington Street 28th - Friday - 3pm - 6pm Costume Contest in park at corner of Washington and Henry at 6pm. All Trick or Treaters Welcome. Business HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA: Market Square - Reidsville October 29: More details to follow. Performing for the kids at 11:00 will be Big Bang Boom, 12:30 Captain Jim's magic act. Bounces and more. Free admission for all kids, some games will have a charge. Call for more details 336-349-1099.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS “WORLD’S LARGEST ‘LIL YARD SALE” Will of the People October 1st -7:00am - 3:00pm Yard & rummage Sale at the Old KMart parking lot at Eden Mall. Benefits to fund grass roots organization. Raffle tickets sold for chance to win new 6’x9’ Karastan Rug. $1 each or 6 for $5. Live music and fun for all. Call Dot Bush for details 336627-3408 or pick up tickets at Harrington’s Law office on Washington St., Eden. ROCK. CO. HABITAT "YARD SALE" RESTORE 249 The Boulevard/Irving Ave., Eden - Mon.. & Thur- 1 - 3 PM
REIDSVILLE’S NIGHTIME CHRISTMAS PARADE November 19th - 6:30 pm Starts at Pennrose Mall and continues downtown. Come enjoy the lights, floats, bands, and more! THE 45TH DRAPER CHILDREN’S PARADE. Sponsored by the Draper Rural Volunteer Fire Department. December 3rd, 11am Line-up begins at 9:30am. No entry fee. Deadline to register your entry is Dec. 2nd. Email draperparade@yahoo.com or call the Fire Department at 336-6352233. OLDE LEAKSVILLE NIGHTTIME CHRISTMAS PARADE Nov. 25th - 6:30pm Sharp free entry, contact 336-627-1332. Line up Hwy. 87, Washington Street and Kings Highway - Eden CANDLELIGHT DOWNTOWN Olde Leaksville Histiric District (EDEN) Dec. 13th 6pm -8pm music, refreshements, holiday shopping. THE REIDSVILLE CHRISTMAS PARADE Sponsored by Star News Saturday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. WENTWORTH PARADE December 10 11am Visit www.townofwentworth.com Free Entry, Parade begins at NC Hwy Patrol Office on 87 and ends at old Wentworth School on Hwy. 65.
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MOVIE AT MARKET SQUARE 1st Thursday In October Reidsville - Free to community! Starts at dusk - usually 8:30pm Bring your lawn chair! MUSIC AT THE BARN Tuesdays 7pm the doors open at 151 Gant Road, Eden. - Bluegrass music & Jam sessions. Free to public. 2nd & 4th Saturday, 6pm covered dish - 7pm - Heart Strings. PINK TALK BREAST CANCER
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What is the All-America City Award?
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By Mike Dougherty, Economic Development Director Many citizens have asked exactly what the All-America City Award is. They also want to know about the projects that Eden presented in Kansas City to win the award. Below you will learn more about both the award and the Eden projects. We are appreciative to all who supported this effort, especially our sponsors, and the students who were the key to our winning. What is the All-America City Award? Since 1953, The National Civic League has given the AllAmerica City Award annually to the communities that are judged to have addressed their most pressing issues in a collaborative way. Pollster George Gallup
characterized the award as the “Nobel Prize for Constructive Citizenship.” In 2011, 34 Eden residents went to Kansas City, MO, to compete against other communities for this prestigious award. Eden presented its three projects that have positively impacted the lives of its citizens. We came away with one of the 10 national awards against very tough competition. The three winning projects include: Rockingham Education Foundation The Rockingham County Education Foundation was created to encourage Eden and Rockingham County students to seek higher education opportuni-
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ties. This was necessary due to the relatively low percentage of citizens who have earned degrees beyond high school, only 10.8 percent. The Foundation’s goal is to reverse a culture that had not valued education because of traditional job opportunities that did not require education beyond high school. In order for Eden and Rockingham County students to compete in a global economy and to improve the overall economic well-being of the community, students need to understand the benefits of higher education. The Education Foundation placed college advisors in the four county high schools to promote the value of a college education. As the Education Foundation began its third year, it was already realizing successes. Each year, College Application Week is held to encourage students to apply to colleges. Of the 113 member colleges, more than 25 across the state waive their application fees that week to encourage applicants. Prior to the establishment of the Education Foundation, there was little interest in this opportunity among students. In 2006, no local students participated during that weeklong push. The following year, 22 students filed applications. In 2008, after the college access advisors were hired, 327 students filed applications. In 2009, that number increased to 583. In 2010, seniors from the four high schools earned more than $17 million in scholarships, a 44 percent increase over the previous year. Dan River Basin Association The Smith and Dan Rivers of Eden are the reasons why Eden was founded. They provided the means to transport goods from Eden to the coast. Over the years, the textile industry prospered due to its significant water resources, but this industry eroded in the 1990s. The preservation and promotion of Eden’s river resources
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6th Annual Madison Heritage Festival The planning of the 6th Annual Madison Heritage Festival for October 1st is still underway. This fun event will feature two stages with Eric & the Chiltone’s, the Impacts, Bullet Band, Misdemeanors, Bluecreek, God’s Garage Band, Bryce Street and many more. There will be a kids’ area with a rock wall for the braver of the children and over 100 vendors. The fesitval will run from 10am - 8pm. Call Danny Smith at 548-2305 or Bobby Pleasants at 427-2112 for info on the festival. You may also visit madisonhearitagefestival.com.
United Way Of Rockingham County Sets $1,000,000 Goal The United Way of Rockingham County Board of Directors unanimously approved a $1,000,000 goal for the upcoming 2011 campaign. The accomplishment of the goal would raise an additional $110,000 over the $890,000 raised in 2010. The additional funds are especially need now. "Many of the United Way of Rockingham County funded agencies in our community that provide vital and necessary services for our neighbors are experiencing cuts in their state funding. We do not know the full impact of those cuts. The cuts are so deep that some of those agencies now face the possibility of closing their doors. If they do, the next people in Rockingham County who need help during these difficult times will not receive help" said the 2011 Campaign Chairman Nelson Cole. Difficult times are the times when people of Rockingham County have traditionally been at their very best. After the terrible tornado struck Western Rockingham in 1998, hundreds of volunteers rushed in to help. And though the generosity of thousands of our neighbors, the United Way of Rockingham County achieved at 11% (over $100,000 new dollars) increase in its 1998 campaign. Nelson Cole commented, "Now with an unemployment rate of 11.5%, it is the time for us to step up again and help our neighbors by giving to our local United Way Campaign". The United Way of Rockingham County helps local people improve their lives by setting local community goals, raising and investing money in local programs, which are monitored and evaluated by local people. For more information about how you can contribute to the United Way of Rockingham County please call 336-342-7768.
Wentworth parade seeking paritcipants The town of Wentworth would like to invite participants to register for their upcoming Christmas Parade which will take place on Saturday, December 10th at 11am. This parade features no entry fee, cash prizes. Professional and non-professional entries. All Entries are subject to approval by the parade committee. Deadline is November 30, 2011. Entries are judged on the following: Appearance, Christmas Theme, Creativity/Uniqueness, Special Effects, and Presentation. Only non-professional entries will be judged. The Following Prizes will be awarded: Floats • 1st Prize - $400 • 2nd Prize - $ 300 • 3rd Prize - $ 200 • Best Marching Group – $200 Select a theme that incorporates/reflects the Christmas season. Since there will be a special float for Santa Claus at the end of the parade, we ask that you not include Santa as part of your entry. All vehicular entries (cars, trucks, etc.) must be in good working order (no excessively loud mufflers, etc.) The parade will begin at the intersection of Sandy Cross Rd. and NC 87. It will continue along NC87 to the NC 87/NC 65 split, and will proceed down NC 65 to the old Wentworth School. Star News will broadcast the Parade. Wentworth Christmas Parade entry forms are available at the Town Hall in Wentworth or on line at our website (www.townofwentworth.com). TOWN OF WENTWORTH, P. O. BOX 159 WENTWORTH, NC 27375 (124 PEACH TREE ROAD) www.townofwentworth.com • 336-342-6288(phone) 336-342-0322(fax)
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Older Dogs Need Love Too Some really loving dogs and the Rockingham County Humane Society need your help. The Humane Society has acquired (over a period of time) quite a few older dogs that need a good loving home. It is not fair for these senior animals to live out their lives in a cage. All of our seniors are on the small side, some a little too heavy, but still small breed dogs. Please consider taking one of these dogs into your home. They just want someone to love them. Please Help! Call 336-623-4428 if you can do anything to help our seniors!
RCC dubbed Military Friendly School G.I. Jobs magazine announced today the release of its 2012 Military Friendly Schools list. For the second consecutive year, Rockingham Community College was included. In compiling the list, over 8,000 private and state funded universities and colleges, community colleges and trade schools nationwide were researched on their practices toward active and veteran military personnel seeking an education. Of those, just over 1,500 were deemed military friendly. Those schools represent the top 20 percent of schools nationwide that do the most to embrace members of U.S. military service. Among the criteria used to weigh a school’s inclusion are offers of scholarships and discounts, veteran’s clubs, fulltime staff, military credit and other services. According to G.I. Jobs, the methodology, criteria and weighting for the list were developed with the assistance of an Academic Advisory Board consisting of educators from schools across the country. This year’s competition was fierce, said G.I. Jobs Senior Brand Manager, Sean Collins. “As more and more schools adopt military friendly policies, the competition becomes increasingly difficult. This is similar to running a race whereby you may improve your time from one year to the next, but only finish in a high place if your individual improvement is greater relative to other runners. Accordingly,” he said, “because the responses from schools were of higher quality, we raised the quantitative criteria necessary to make the list by over fifteen percent.”
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Continued from previous page was critical to renew the community. Sustainable economic development that preserves the city’s natural resources is the key to Eden’s future. In 2002, a small grassroots group of river aficionados developed the Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) to safeguard Eden’s rivers and promote them for recreation and commercial growth. They reached beyond Eden’s borders creating a bi-state network sharing a river heritage. They identified a 3,300 square-mile river basin area surrounding the Dan and the Smith as well as the Mayo River that runs through the western part of the county. DRBA collaborated in a twostate area comprised of 16 counties. Their goals included conservation, recreation and education, and the overriding purpose that healthy rivers play a large role in attracting people and businesses to the area. DRBA’s membership across these 16 counties now exceeds 500. DRBA encouraged the city to build a 1.5 mile greenway, to create an award-winning annual river festival, and removed over 42 tons of refuse along riverbanks. Moreover, DRBA planted 400 trees to preserve the ecology of the rivers. Eden has benefitted significantly from the volunteers and staff of this organization that helped Eden find a new vision for the community. Rockingham Student Health Centers In a community beset by a deteriorating economy, rising poverty, and an increasing number of uninsured citizens, the healthcare needs of teens are often neglected. Two Eden physicians addressed this problem by promoting the idea of student health centers in area high schools to help combat a high rate of teenage pregnancy, obesity and other high-risk behaviors, including drug and alcohol abuse. A unique collaboration including two county hospitals, the school system, county health and mental health agencies, and social services progressed from the idea of establishing one center in Eden to opening centers inside the four county high schools. Rockingham County Student Health Centers, headquartered in Eden, are the largest rural, school-based centers in the state of North Carolina. The centers offer chronic disease monitoring, laboratory testing, acute care services, dental screening, gynecological services, pregnancy prevention education, nutrition education, social work, counseling, immunizations, sports physicals, anger management, smoking cessation, health education and referrals. New threats to student health have resulted in the centers offering programs addressing cyber bullying, social media and texting while driving. Although the centers file claims with private insurance providers and accept Medicaid, no one is turned away. For many students, the centers may be their only contact with a medical professional, the only
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2011 Big Sweep Week - Cleaning Up Our County The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution declaring October 1 – October 8, 2011, as “Rockingham County Big Sweep Week,” at its September 13th meeting. It also waived landfill tipping fees for registered Big Sweep participants during the
special week. The Rockingham County Big Sweep Week is coordinated by Kelly Howell with Rockingham County Code Enforcement. Big Sweep is an international event in which groups or individuals pick up litter and debris. It began as a waterway clean and has morphed
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into cleaning up anywhere litter is located. Howell said, “Big Sweep wants and needs Rockingham County citizens to join in this statewide cleanup effort to improve our environment. Volunteers can really make a big difference!” Volunteers or groups wishing to participate in the upcoming Big Sweep clean up project may contact Howell at (336) 3428300, or by email at rcbigsweep@gmail.com. Rockingham County volunteers made a difference on Sept. 3rd when 38 people participated at Belews Lake’s Big Sweep clean up in Stokesdale. They filled 40 bags which amounted to 800 pounds of trash removed from Belews Lake. The annual statewide cleanup usually has about 18,000 volunteers, but Big Sweep clean up leaders want to recruit even more volunteers to make a greater impact. “Imagine what we could accomplish if we had 25,000 volunteers on our 25th annual cleanup,” said Judy Bolin, N.C. Big Sweep president. “There is still a lot of litter out there, and 25,000 volunteers could really make a huge difference.” The Big Sweep cleanups are important, because litter can last hundreds of years in the environment. Before it decomposes, litter can hurt the economy when businesses refuse to locate to an unattractive area. Tourists will not linger in poorly maintained areas, they will not spend money, and they will not return with their friends. Litter is a human health hazard, when it contaminates the water supply as it decomposes. It is also deadly to wildlife that eat or become entangled in litter, and once entangled, wildlife often attract other wildlife to the same hazard
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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 9 Due to the most recent GI Bill, veterans are able to enroll in a larger number of schools. These individuals often look to the G.I. Jobs military friendly listing to help them decide where to enroll. Because of the competition and stiffer criteria, Collins said, “Rockingham Community College should be proud of its inclusion on this year’s Military Friendly Schools list.”
Candlelight Vigil held in honor and memory of Domestic Violence Victims & Survivors October is officially Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and in honor and memory of those who have experienced this horrible trauma, a local church will once again hold a Candlelight Vigil to bring awareness to the community. On October 8th at 7 p.m. Madison First Atkinson Baptist Church, located at 110 S. Franklin Street in Madison, will be lit up with the Third Annual Domestic Awareness Candlelight Vigil. This special event will feature singer and songwriter Ricky Atkinson, named the “Male Vocalist of the Year” by the 2010 Christian Voice Fan Awards, as well as 2011 SESGMC Fan Awards “Male Vocalist of the Year” and “Song Writer of the Year”. The church family hopes that everyone will attend this special program of fellowship and honor. Reception is to follow.
RCC employee’s debut novel praised WENTWORTH – "Miserere” is about redemption, and the triumph of our best impulses over our worst. It's also about swords, monsters, chases, ghosts, magic, court intrigues and battles to the death. It's also (and this is the imporFrohock tant part) really, really good." --Alex Bledsoe, author. Bledsoe is talking about the debut novel “Miserere: An Autumn Tale” by Teresa Frohock of Reidsville. The novel was published by Night Shade Books, an award-winning independent publisher of groundbreaking literary fantasy and science fiction. It was also named the Science Fiction/Fantasy Debut of the Month by the Library Journal, which summarized the story as one set “…on an alternate Earth, a quasimedieval realm that is aware of the existence of Earth’s technology and that serves as a battleground for the war between Heaven and Hell.” Since its July release date, “Miserere” has received enormous praise. On Sept. 7 at 1 p.m., the Gerald B. James Library at Rockingham Community College is offering individuals an opportunity to meet the author. Frohock, an employee of the library, will read from her book and field questions about the novel and/or the writing/publishing process. “Meet the Author” will be held on the library’s main floor. Light refreshments will be served.
Graves Appointed Head Start Director Ricky T. Graves of Reidsville is the new director of the Rockingham County Head Start program, a federally funded program for preschool children from low-income families. It helps 252 children succeed and promotes Graves school readiness through comprehensive child development programs for all children, including those with special needs. Governed by the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners, Head Start provides three and four-year-olds a variety of educational activities, free medical and dental care, healthy meals and snacks, and a safe learning environment to enhance social and cognitive development. Larry K. Johnson, director of Rockingham County’s Department of Social Services, has been impressed with the professional involvement displayed by Graves. "I have had the pleasure of working with Ricky for my entire 11 years in Rockingham County, and I know that he is very committed to and involved with the young people in this community. I also know that as Head Start director, he
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Arts Council Events Rockingham County Arts Council Invites the Public To Various Art Based Events in this holiday Season HA! Hardware Art! HardWareART Reception: Thursday, October 20, 5:00-7:00pm Exhibit open through November 10 The Hardware Art group show will include works from various artists of different mediums. The art will be installed at the Dan River Art Market & Gallery indoors and in outdoor space. Work will be on display from October 20, 2011 until November 10, 2011. All art is about/made with/or inspired by hardware. 2011 Open Door Studio Tour A county-wide 2011 Open Door Studio Tour will take place on Saturday, November 12 from 1-4 (Veteran’s Day Weekend), with artists opening their studios to art-lovers, those curious to learn more about how art is created and meet artists. RCAC Artist members are invited to exhibit at the Dan River Art Market & Gallery for this weekend event, and attend our closing reception held on Saturday, November 12 from 5-7. (Especially artists that are interested in participating in the event but not in their own studio!) Tickets for the tour are available after September 19 through the Arts Council and at selected locations (list will be posted at www.artsinrockingham.org) Timeline October 3, 2011- Application period begins October 14, 2011- Final application deadline October 17, 2011- Work due at the RCAC office Membership information can be found on our website: www.artsinrockingham.org. Entry forms, applications, and more information on RCAC events can be found on our website, and by calling us at 336.349.4039 or emailing info@artsinrockingham.org Tea & Talk "How to Prepare a Book Proposal for Publication" Join author Dena Harris November 17, 2011, for a workshop that can give you the word on the street! Topics covered will include: Components of a successful book proposal Rockingham Building Your Author Platform Where to submit County Arts What to expect Council Members: $10.00 Non-members: $20.00 Celebrating 43 RSVP 11/14.
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2011 Holiday Open House Join the Rockingham County Arts Rockingham Councilin in the holiday spirit at the 2011 County Holiday Open House held at the Dan River Art Market & Gallary Saturday, December 3, 10-4, Sunday, December 4, 1-4pm. Artists interested in participating can find more information on our website or we’ll be glad to mail you info- give us a call or email info@artsinrockingham.org. This annual event brings holiday shoppers from Rockingham County and surrounding towns for a celebration of art and craft, music and socializing at the Dan River Art Market & Gallery. Rockingham County Arts Council and Dan River Art Market & Gallery, P.O. Box 83, 1122 NC Hwy 65, Wentworth, NC 27375. Phone: 336.349.4039, www.artsinrockingham.org or info@artsinrockingham.org The RCAC is the focal point/umbrella organization for the arts and information about the arts in Rockingham County. About Rockingham County Arts Council The Rockingham County Arts Council (RCAC) was founded in August of 1969 as a non-profit arts organization. The RCAC is the Designated County Partner of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency. RCAC offers grants to community arts organizations and schools for quality arts projects and events throughout the county. For the past 40 years, the Rockingham County Arts Council has influenced the cultural life of our county through the many life-enriching arts programs we have helped sponsor - for local schools as well as the larger community. RCAC is governed by a volunteer board of directors and employs an executive director. Funding for the Council is provided by individual and business memberships, contributions, annual fundraising events and grants. The RCAC is the focal point/umbrella organization for the arts and information about the arts in Rockingham County
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Jordan Cabin Program & Tour welcomes public The Madison Historic Districts and Properties Commission invites the public to join them October 8th, 2011, in the large meeting room at Madison Town Hall, 120 N. Market Street, Madison NC, for the Dedication of Jordan Cabin, marking the completion of a 13A brief program about Jordan Cabin’s history, hosted by the James Hunter Chapter of the DAR, will be followed by a tour of the Cabin, located two blocks away at the corner of Decatur and River Streets. year restoration effort. A brief program about Jordan Cabin’s history, hosted by the James Hunter Chapter of the DAR, will be followed by a tour of the Cabin, located two blocks away at the corner of Decatur and River Streets. For those interested in lunch on the grounds, the McMichael High School History Club will have sodas and sandwiches for sale. Jordan Cabin, a clapboard-covered log house that may be the oldest surviving building in Madison, will be dedicated to the memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Lovings James on October 8, 2011 at the monthly program of the Madison-Mayodan DAR. Mrs. James was born in Jordan Cabin in 1906 and lived there until she was 11. In 1991 she donated her share of lots #1 and #2 of the original Madison plat, along with Jordan Cabin and a generous gift toward its restoration, to the Town of Madison. The Town acquired the remaining shares by 1998 and restoration began. Early local historian Miss Nancy Watkins, whose grandfather, first Mayor of Madison Thomas Woodburne, lived in Jordan Cabin for over ten years during the mid-1800s, claimed a Dr. James Scales originally built it and lived there during the late 18th century. Although her opinion remains a matter of dispute, the small log dwelling was certainly built before 1850, and during restoration a brick dated 1799 was indeed found in the chimney. If this date is correct, Jordan Cabin pre-dates the founding of Madison by over 20 years. Sitting high on a knoll above the flood plain, Jordan Cabin originally offered a magnificent view of the confluence of the Dan and Mayo Rivers. Although quite small it was carefully built and is an excellent example of the simple early settler's home in Piedmont North Carolina, having one room downstairs with enclosed winder staircase, one room upstairs, a fireplace on each level, and front and back doors facing north and south. A log rear addition was in ruins by 1998 and has been removed. The property has been owned by RD Scales (1818), the Town of Madison (1820), James Scales Sr. (1820-1840), Thomas Roseborough (1840-1845), several members of the Jordan Family (1845-1849 and 1850-1859), Nancy Webster (1859-1881), her
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Proposed Private Landfill Frequently Asked Questions 1. Where exactly is the proposed private landfill supposed to be in Rockingham County? The private landfill is proposed on Whitt Family Farms, LLC, at 1600 Riverside Circle between Wentworth and Eden, off Harrington Highway. 2. Who proposed the private landfill in Eden? Mr. Kevan Combs is the official representative for PBK Holdings of Oak Ridge, NC. 3. What are their intentions? Mr. Combs and PBK want to develop a landfill and materials recovery facility. Materials recovery allows some items in the waste stream to be recycled. The site plan also provides for maintenance buildings, administrative offices, weigh scales and “limited” exterior lighting. 4. How much land will this involve? The site is 1,750 acres. PBK proposes to develop approximately 400 acres with 350 acres planned for the proposed landfill. Eventually, the developer’s plan proposes a facility involving landfill gas to energy and organics composting. 5. How much of the development is planned for landfill disposal? The landfill disposal is planned for two separate disposal areas, one approximately 225 acres and the other 125 acres, in size for a total of 350 acres. 6. How much solid waste will the landfill hold? The designed capacity of the landfill disposal areas is 55 million cubic yards of waste.
7. Why have the Rockingham County Commissioners not said how they will vote on the proposed private landfill near Eden? The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners is the final decision maker for the local zoning approval and franchise required. The Board must base any decision it makes on the zoning approval upon evidence presented in a quasi-judicial hearing. The Commissioners must wait until this hearing to make their decision. 8. What is a quasi-judicial hearing? A quasi-judicial hearing is one where the board making the decision functions, like a court, in applying a zoning ordinance to a particular case. The board, like a judge, sits as a fair and impartial body to hear evidence and make a decision based on the evidence introduced at a hearing. It must follow proper procedures to make sure that due process is served by giving those parties with relevant evidence, both for and against the case, the opportunity to be heard. 9. What does quasi-judicial responsibility mean for the Commissioners? It means that the Commissioners have a duty to keep an open mind and base their decision on the sworn testimony put before them at the hearing. It is not appropriate for the Commissioners to form a fixed opinion before the hearing which is not susceptible to change. The County Commissioners may discuss the process generally, but can be expected to refrain from discussing the pros and cons of the proposed location and use until there is an official hearing.
800 Pounds of Trash Removed at Belews Lake’s Big Sweep One person CAN make a difference … and that was true on Sept. 3rd when 38 people participated at the Belews Lake Big Sweep clean up at Humphrey’s Ridge Campground and Marina on Belews Lake in Stokesdale. They filled 40 bags which amounted to 800 pounds of trash removed from Belews Lake. So, what’s the big deal about litter? Litter can affect everyone in many ways. It hurts our economy when businesses don’t want to locate in trashy areas. Tourists won’t linger, won’t spend money, and won’t return with their friends. Belews Lake is one of Rockingham County’s premier tourist attractions. Many people come from other counties to live, work, and play in its temperate waters and picturesque shores. One day a year the community works together to ensure that beauty continues to sparkle. The Belews Lake Big Sweep was coordinated by Kelly Howell with Rockingham County Code Enforcement and organized by Steve Colburn, a concerned citizen, who for the past six years has stepped up for this important event. “Steve is very dedicated. He inspires people to do a little housecleaning once a year so that
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10. When will the official hearing occur? A hearing date has not been scheduled. At present, the developers are not requesting a hearing because they are accumulating information to address the issue of aviation safety raised by the proximity of the proposed landfill site to the Rockingham County Airport.
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11. Will the Board of Commissioners be the only local body to consider the private landfill proposal? Before the Board of Commissioners hears the case, it must first be heard by the Rockingham County Planning Board, which makes a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners. At each stage, public notice would be given of the date and time of each hearing.
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12. Is the special use permit the only approval needed for the landfill to be built? No, a special use permit is only one of three major decisions that would have to be made in order for the project to proceed. Special use is one, because the project would need an approved location. A local franchise agreement with the County would also be required. If the applicant were to obtain both of these local approvals, they would still have to apply to the State of North Carolina for a permit to operate a landfill and withstand an environmental and regulatory review by the State to receive a permit to operate.
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You can’t walk five feet into Elaine’s Antiques at 647 Washington Street in the Olde Leaksville Historic Shopping District of Eden, without having a fond memory or two pop into mind. It’s almost like walking into a museum in which your personal history is a part. The collections of antiques that fill the booths and isles bring you back to your younger days when you see toys that you remember from childhood, or a whatnot that your mom always had on a shelf. Or maybe a hat like the one you saw your aunt wear to church decades ago. Even the furniture can bring back memories or help you make new ones by decorating your home or office with style and sophistication. There are exquisite pieces of estate jewelry from days gone by, handbags, linens, quilts, paintings, coins, pottery, dishes, and much, mush more. If glassware is your thing, then come see the items from Fenton, McCoy, Roseville and an abundance of other collectible brands. Her own collection as well as consignments by others creates an endless supply of memorabilia for everyone to enjoy and bring home. Elaine Sparks loves history, and prides herself on knowing the history behind most of her items as well as giving advice on antiques and reminiscing with her customers. She invites you to stop in, visit, take a stroll through memory lane, and enjoy your time in the past. Hours are now Wednesday through Friday 10am - 5pm and Saturday 10am - 3pm. For more information call Elaine Advertorial at 336-623-4359.
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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 12 nephew WA Hopper (1881-1920), his daughter Gussie Hopper Lovings (1920-1923), and brothers Pleasant and Clarence Scales (1923-1936/1998). After one Scales brother passed away intestate, ownership was divided among a number of heirs until, through the determination of Mrs. James and of Madison Historic Districts and Property Commission volunteers, the property became whole once more. The DAR business meeting will convene at 10:30 and the program will follow; interested persons should come to Madison Town Hall at 11:30. The Town of Madison's Historic Districts and Properties Commission will conduct a brief presentation on the history of the Cabin and some of the people who lived there. The Town of Madison will give a certificate of appreciation to descendents of Mrs. James, and then interested persons will adjourn for a Jordan Cabin tour. More information about the Cabin and its restoration will be available including scrapbooks about the restoration and articles written or narrated by people who lived in it and their descendants. Lunch will be available for purchase from the McMichael High School History Club. For more information, please call Kitty Williams at 336-4274287 or e-mail to kitwits@earthlink.net.
L-R: Thomas Fargis, Mark Wood, Richard Wright and Bruce Rees
Wright and Rees Place At Regional Rodeo Reidsville propane delivery drivers were victorious recently at the Southern States Co-op, inc., Regional Propane Safety Rodeo, held in Mebane, North Carolina. Mark Wood, Manager, Reidsville Southern States Co-op, received a report from Thomas Fargis, LP Supervisor, that Richard Wright won the first place award and Bruce Rees took second. Both are Propane delivery drivers with the Reidsville store. The men captured top driving honors for the region in July at the Southern States Propane Safety Rodeo, hosted by the Mebane Southern States store. Fargis, LP Supervisor, reported that both drivers received plaques and awards for their ability in maneuvering their propane tank delivery trucks through an obstacle course. Fargis himself received a second place driving award as well as receiving an award for his vehicle for maintenance in the service truck division. Southern States Co-op holds a Regional bi-annual safety propane Rodeo including stores in most of north central North Carolina and part of southern Virginia. Instructors from DOT and corporate headquarters conduct the rodeo and training session. The Rodeo agenda establishes the accent on Propane safety, product information and includes a Department of Transportation training session as well as the driving course. Propane delivery drivers from seven counties and two states entered the competition. Prior to competing the drivers must maintain special credentials and a CDL and must clean, inspect, and maintain their vehicles. Southern States is a regional cooperative and one of the nations largest; farmer owned since 1923, Southern States is the 11th largest propane company in the U.S. The Reidsville Southern States Co-op is located at 341 South Business 29, in Reidsville and provides propane services for agricultural and residential needs. For further details or questions call (336) 349-7074 or visit the store.
Outstanding Volunteer Sought Nominations are now being accepted from Rockingham County for the 2012 North Carolina Awards for Outstanding Volunteer Service. This year marks the 34th anniversary of this program that showcases North Carolina’s most dedicated volunteers. Through the
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Eden’s Annual sewer report released By Melinda Ward, Wastewater Superintendent
Every year every municipality and private corporation with a public sewer collection and treatment system is asked to send in a report for their previous year’s activities. This is to stay current with the types of treatment systems being used, the miles of pipelines in service, and any problems that were reported to the state by either the collection system or the treatment plant over the last 12 months. This is a requirement by the state for their records, but it is also a way to report to the citizens in each community what their system is like and how it has been doing. Many citizens still do not understand what happens after they flush or what effect they have on the system when they flush the wrong things down the drain. With publicizing the “Sewer Collection System Annual Performance Report,” we are giving everyone a chance to learn more. This article serves only as a summary of the report, but I urge anyone interested to read the report in its entirety on the city’s webpage at edennc.us. Eden’s collection system consists of over 145 miles of pipelines that have to be looked over and maintained regularly. This is done by a crew of 13 men overseen by Mark Bullins. During the past 12 months, their crews responded to and repaired 31 problems caused by inflow and infiltration during heavy rainfall or snow melt. This was actually a decrease from the year before. They also responded to and unstopped 202 sewer lines that were blocked by grease, roots, collapsed lines or paper products. In between making repairs, they were also able to clean and inspect 14.89 miles of sewer mains throughout the city in an effort to prevent problems before they occurred. There were
still overflows from the collection system that had to be repaired, but out of all of the problems, only 15 caused overflows that were serious enough to report to the state. This was a large decrease due in part to their department’s diligence as well as numerous engineering projects that have been aimed at improving our collection system. The treatment system for the past year has consisted of only one wastewater treatment plant. The Dry Creek plant was closed in June of 2010 due to the age of this plant and its small size. The flow is now diverted to a nearby pump station that sends everything to the Mebane Bridge plant. It can treat up to 13.5 million gallons a day, but for the past 12 months only averaged 3.328 million gallons a day. Our 9 employees continue to work together to efficiently produce a higher quality effluent than ever before. For the first time in many years, we were able to report no violations for a full 12-month period. The operations’ staff does an excellent job in maintaining and improving operations, keeping an eye on the little details of each process, and showing a sense of pride in their work that is hard to find nowadays. As good of a staff as we have, we still can’t do all of this alone. Our citizens need to be aware of how the little things they do can either help or harm
our system. We are always looking for ways to educate the public and will continue that effort as much as we can. Our website shows tips on dealing with household grease. We try to get a couple of articles a year in the newspaper informing readers of the problems that we are seeing frequently. We have brochures in City Hall that explain how a wastewater system works so that citizens stay informed. We are even beginning to set up booths at large public venues to pass out more information and give the public a chance to ask questions. If anyone has any further questions about our sewer system or what they can do to help improve it, please feel free to contact my office at 627-1009, ext. 130.
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North Carolina Community Foundation activates Disaster Relief Fund to support Hurricane Irene victims In August the North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF) has re-activated its statewide Disaster Relief Fund to support Hurricane Irene victims in coastal and eastern regions of our state, according to Rodney E. Martin, NCCF grants chair and member of the statewide board. Credit card donations can be made online through the NCCF website at nccommunityfoundation.org or by downloading a contribution form. Checks can be mailed to the NCCF headquarters office in Raleigh at 4601 Six Forks Road, Suite 524, Raleigh, NC 27609. Please designate your gift for Hurricane Irene victims. All contributions are taxdeductible, and no portion of the NCCF Disaster Relief Fund will be used for the Foundation’s administrative or operational expenses. NCCF encourages recipient agencies to also waive any fees associated with distribution of its Disaster Relief Fund. “The total effects of this devastating storm will take some time to assess, but we already know damage and destruction are widespread,” said NCCF President Jennifer Tolle Whiteside. “Our hearts go out to the victims.” NCCF has just allocated $105,000 to the state’s April tornado victims from the statewide Disaster Relief Fund. For more information contact the NCCF headquarters office in Raleigh at 800-201-9533 or info@nccommunityfoundation.org About NCCF The NCCF is the single statewide community foundation serving North Carolina and has made nearly $63 million in grants since its inception in 1988. With more than $145 million in assets, the NCCF sustains 1,000 plus funds and endowments established to provide long-term support of a broad range of community needs, nonprofit organizations, institutions and scholarships. The NCCF partners with 60 affiliate foundations to provide local resource allocation and community assistance in 66 counties across the state. An important component of the NCCF’s mission is to ensure that rural philanthropy has a voice at local, regional and national levels. For more information, visit nccommunityfoundation.org and Facebook.
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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 14 years, North Carolinians have proven their concern and compassion for their neighbors by volunteering in their local communities. Each county selects five individuals, businesses, and/or groups to be recognized for their outstanding contributions to their communities. One of the five recipients will be nominated to receive the NC Outstanding Volunteer Medallion. A local committee evaluates the nominations. Nomination forms are available in Rockingham County at the Cooperative Extension Office, 525 NC Hwy 65, Suite 200, Reidsville NC 27320 (336-342-8230) or via e-mail brenda_sutton@ncsu.edu Please return the completed forms to Brenda Sutton at the Rockingham County Cooperative Extension Office no later than Tuesday, November 1, 2011. Take advantage of this opportunity to honor citizens who have shown concern and compassion for their Rockingham County neighbors by making a significant contribution to their community through volunteer service.
Statue base moved The base of the Confederate Soldier monument has been moved from the Scales Street/Morehead Street intersection as September 1st. The marble base has been askew since a motorist hit the monument on May 23 and toppled the Confederate Soldier that had stood there for 101 years. Due to concerns about safety, City officials have decided to store the base at the Public Works Department until the United Daughters of the Confederacy decide what to do, explained Reidsville City Manager Michael J. Pearce. “As previously reported, we had offered the services of City workers to help and move the base,” Pearce said. “While we had hoped to move it only one time, Mrs. Ezell has informed me it may take up to a year or more before the statue is reproduced.” State UDC President Aileen Ezell has been working with the driver’s insurance company on replacement costs since the curators the UDC hired have determined the Confederate statue cannot be repaired. After reviewing public records, including minutes from the early 1900s, City Attorney Bill McLeod Jr. informed City leaders that he could find no evidence the UDC ever donated the statue to the City of Reidsville. Therefore, the City announced last month that it would relinquish all claims to the Confederate Soldier. The UDC has said it will not ask the City to put the statue back up in the same intersection but will move it to an alternative location. Pearce said he is concerned that there be no further damage to the statue’s base, which did suffer some chipping after the May accident. When the base is removed, flowers will be planted at the location until the City determines what to put in the intersection, he added.
Bi-lingual Multicultural Event On Saturday October 15 from 11 AM to 5 PM the Rapha Center of Madison, NC will be hosting the first annual Worship and Word benefit called "Festival of Fire." The Festival of Fire will be held at Stoneville Memorial Park on Priddy drive off West Highway 770 in Stoneville. This year's benefit will focus on Rockingham County's Help for the Homeless. The day will feature a variety of ethnic worship bands from across the area including the Rapha Center's Worship Pastor's Don Clark and Skip Anderson, Hispanic Praise Bands from Casa Alabanza in Ridgeway, VA and Iglesia Credos Para Adora in High Point, NC. Also, African American talents: Raymond and Kim Larkin of Greensboro and the Sharon Missionary Baptist Church praise team from Stoneville. The multi-cultural event will also include short encouraging messages from several area ministers including: Rev. Sandy Johnson of Rapha Center, Pastor Wilfredo Perez of Iglesia Credos Para Adora, Dr. Kenneth Moore of Sharon Missionary Baptist, Rev. Merinda Easley of SHAW Christian Center in Eden and Pastor Jaime Herrera of Casa Alabanza. Entrance to the event is free however a suggested donation of $5.00 per person is requested to help with the expenses of the event and a percentage of the donation will go to Help for the Homeless of Rockingham County. Fuzzy's of Madison will have concession food available for sale. Everyone is invited to enjoy an afternoon of worship music and the word from a multi-cultural perspective. Translators will be there for both Spanish and English only speaking people. For more information you may contact the Rapha Center at 336-589-8556. Visit the website at raphactr.org and click on "ministry events."
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New Data Reveals
Our Nation Is Neglecting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Survey findings from human rights organization “The Arc” reveal nation’s efforts fail to provide fundamentals for individuals and families Fifty years ago, President Kennedy called on the nation to bring people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) “out of the shadows” to give them opportunities to lead productive, quality lives. Sadly, new data release in June, 2011 from The Arc’s Families and Individual Needs for Disability Supports (FINDS) survey shows efforts have plateaued and not nearly enough has been made to create these opportunities. While budget cuts and economic strain have hurt all Americans the 7 million living with I/DD and their families are among the hardest hit with access to needed services drastically reduced. In fact, 62 percent of caregivers reported a decrease in services for their family member with a disability. Meanwhile, budget proposals in Congress threaten to dismantle Medicaid, making it even harder for people with I/DD and their families to achieve. The Arc, the nation’s largest and oldest human rights organization for the I/DD community serving more than a million individuals and their families, conducted a national survey of nearly 5,000 respondents on educational, housing, employment and support needs. The results of this landmark survey are released in a report “Still in the Shadows with
Their Future Uncertain.” According to the FINDS survey, one-third of parents and caregivers (potentially 1 million families) reported that they are on waiting list s for government funded services, with the average wait more than five years. The survey also found that the promise of integrated community –based employment is not being met, in fact, 85 percent of families reported that their adult members with I/DD are not employed at all. Opportunities for inclusive education, a prerequisite for employment are also not being met. Too few students are completing high school – in fact, 52 percent of families reported that their family member with I/DD left school without receiving a high school diploma. FINDS found more than 75 percent of families report problems with accessing non-institutional community care, trained reliable homecare providers, serves and resources. Families are shouldering tremendous financial strain as they’ve had to assume the financial and day-today support of their loved ones, many have even had to quit their jobs to stay home and provide care.
that they don’t have a plan for where the person they support will live when the parent/caregiver gets older. • 82% of families report that their overall economic security is challenged. As a result of the report, The Arc is calling for more activism by people with I/DD and their families, launching a new effort to organize 1 million peoples to come out of the shadows and make their needs and concerns an issue in the 2012 election. To raise awareness surrounding the barriers those with I/DD face and how the organization can help individuals and families fully participate in society, The Arc has partnered with Lauren Potter, star of the FOX show “Glee”. As a successful actress with Down syndrome who is achieving her dreams, Lauren represents the spirit of The Arc’s work. The Arc and Potter will kick off a public service announcement television campaign. For more information, or to see additional survey results, please visit thearc.org states Sharon Hairston, President of The Arc of Rockingham County, Inc.
FINDS also revealed: • 4 out of 10 parents report being dissatisfied with the quality of education their students with I/DD received in primary/middle (40%) to high school (38%). • 62% of parents/caregivers say
About the FINDS Survey The web-based FINDS survey was conducted from July 22, 2010 through October 31, 2010. The survey was completed by 4,962 caregivers of people with disabilities. Families from all 50 states and Washington, DC completed the survey.
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Mission Accomplished CONGRATULATIONS! You have raised $250,000 in one of the weakest financial economies in modern history! Alumni, relatives, businesses, civic clubs and the City of Eden GOT ‘ER DONE! New MHS Best Auditorium’s Irwin Seating Company seats will be installed in early November. Those who’ve spent time in Eden [Old Draper, Leaksville, Spray] NC continue to make good things happen for others. John Heywood, an English poet, said, “Nothing is impossible to a willing heart.” You’ve found a way to give of your time and resources. Thank you! SEVENTY- ONE [71] YEARS! Seat donors who provided graduation dates from 1947 – 2018 have honored and given back from Douglas, Draper, Leaksville, Tri-City and Morehead High Schools. Together for MHS and Eden NC, ALL-AMERICA CITY 2011! What else can be done? The Duane Best Scholarship Fund, the unofficial auditorium booster, is focusing on those dry-rotted stage curtains and the time-worn dressing rooms. Not fit for students or guests! The Scholarship Fund has pledged to help meet other auditorium needs with any funds not applied to the seat purchases. What can you help complete by November 19? Contact MHS Best Scholarship Fund with your idea. P O Box 4424, Eden NC 27289 or 336-623-2932 ** bestededen@triad.rr.com ** PayPal: MHS Best Scholarship Fund. INVITATION J. Motley Morehead High School - R. Duane Best Auditorium 2011 GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 134 North Pierce Street, Eden NC Saturday, November 19, 2011, 7 PM NEW SEAT DEDICATION AND CHORAL REUNION 8 – 9 PM MHS Cafeteria ~ Reception 9 – 11 PM Whistle Jacket Grille ~ After Party 441 Mebane Bridge Rd., Harrington Hwy/Bethlehem Church Rd. Int. Music by TROUBLESOME HIGHWAY Event Info: 336-623-2932 besteden@triad.rr.com INVITATION to SING @ Duane Best’s “FINAL MHS ALUMNI CHOIR” REUNION MHS Best Auditorium Golden Anniversary Celebration November 19, 2011 @ 7:00 PM Former GIRLS CHORUS, GLEE CLUB, Members, Spouses and Others 11/19 Rehearsals: 9:30 – 11:30 AM, 1 – 3 PM Registration Deadline: October 25, 2011, Registration Fee: $10.00 Payable: MHS Best Scholarship Fund, P O Box 4424, Eden NC 27289 336-623-2932 besteden@triad.rr.com Eden Kiwanis Pancake Supper * * 11/18/11
Thank you, Seat Donors, whose donations were recorded August 23- September 23. Both DONOR and TRIBUTE NAMES will be listed on the lobby Wall of Honor: Best Scholarship Fund Directors BETTE-R-LOOK SALON & DAY SPA Burnett Carolyn Hale (1960) and Gary Burnett 1958 CAPELLI SALON Brad and Cindy Corcoran Janet Farmer 1962 (3) Chris Fulcher 1993 Betty Jane Via Garland 1972 HEAD2TOE SALON Linda Clymer Hickman E. Edward Holbrook, Jr. Debbie Thompson Horton JENNIFER & CO. SALON Zann, Noelle, Luke Jennings David and Karen Johnson Jane Leffew Paschall and Richard Leffew Ron and Suzon Martin 1967 Lisa (1985), Lauren (2009), Brandon 2013 Mays Jeff Parris Preston Price The Heinrich’s TOTALLY CLIPS SALON WASHINGTON ST. SALONS BENEFIT Homer E. Wright, Jr. Rachel R. Wright Mr. and Mrs. Grover Younger
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Eden Goodwill Resource Center-Coming Soon! The City of Eden, Goodwill Industries, Rockingham Community College and Centurylink have joined forces to open the Eden Goodwill Resource Center at 220 H King’s Hwy in the Kingsway Plaza Shopping Center. The Resource Center will open on October 31, 2011. The city assisted with the building upfit costs and will hold the lease for the first two years of the Center’s existence before turning it over completely to Goodwill Industries. Rockingham Community College and Goodwill Industries will conduct the everyday operations of the Center. Classes to be offered include, Human Resource Development, GED, Basic Skills and computer skills triaining. Currently, a grant is being pursued from the NC Rural Center to provide funding for an Automotive Tech program. “We wanted to proactively provide a local center where our citizens could improve their employability skills,” stated City Councilman Wayne Tuggle, who along with fellow City Councilman Jim Burnette spearheaded this project. Tuggle is a retired educator who held the position of teacher, Assistant Principal and Principal in numerous Eden and Rockingham County Schools before starting the GTCC Middle College program. Burnette echoed Tuggle’s statement. “Many of our citizens do not have the means to drive to Wentworth and gas prices often make this prohibitive. The local center will be more accessible, and will afford our citizens the opportunity to be better prepared for the job market,” Burnette remarked. In addition to the educational classes, Goodwill Industries will have a place for citizens to apply for jobs on-line, so those without access to computers will have access to required technology. Eden’s Director of Economic Development Mike Dougherty believes this Center will be as successful as the one in Reidsville. “In Reidsville, they projected 600 citizens to use the Center. They ended up with over 3,000, so it illustrates the need for citizens to upgrade their skills to compete in this economy,” he stated. Centurylink was proud to be a part of this effort and will supply the phone system and internet access. “We are very happy to be part of this partnership to help the citizens of Eden and Rockingham County,” stated Lottie Ryans, Vice- President and General Manager of Centurylink. The Center will include an area where citizens can learn about the products and services offered by this company. For more information on the Eden Goodwill Resource Center, contact Mike Dougherty at 336623-2110.
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Golden LEAF invests $350,000 in Project BizFuel The Rockingham County Business & Technology Center today announces it has received a $350,000 grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation to help purchase an electricity generator for Project BizFuel. With these funds, the Center continues its push to develop a renewable energy model for Rockingham County and what hopes to be the first stage of a renewable energy park. Total funds secured for Project BizFuel now totals almost $1.4 million. Construction on the methane collection system commenced in May, and it is scheduled to be completed by the end of October. A flare unit that will burn unused methane gas is currently being built and is scheduled to be installed by the end of November. Electric interconnect upgrades necessary to feed BizFuel’s electricity to the grid are scheduled to begin in January 2012 and be completed by the end of June 2012. “Everything is on track to have this project completely installed and operating by July 2012,” said Mark Wells, executive director of the Rockingham County Business & Technology Center. “The final piece for which we need to complete funding is the electric generator, and Golden LEAF just gave us a great boost to make that a reality,” added Wells. $600,000 is the remaining balance needed to complete Project BizFuel, and other grant sources are being sought to fulfill that gap. “Project BizFuel was highly ranked by the Rockingham County community during the Golden LEAF Community Assistance Initiative process,” said Dan Gerlach, President of Golden LEAF. “The project will continue to benefit the county by reinvesting the revenue from the landfill gas collection into job-creating economic development projects.” This funding for BizFuel closes out the Community Assistance Initiative Golden LEAF started in Rockingham County a year ago through which Golden LEAF invested $3.3 million to various jobcreating projects in the county. About the Rockingham County Business & Technology Center: The RCBTC is an e-NC Authority Business and Technology Center designed to create an entrepreneur-friendly, technology-enabled environment in Rockingham County. The Center helps entrepreneurs learn how to plan, start and grow businesses, while making sure they understand how to use technology to be competitive in today's global marketplace. For more information call (336) 3427853 or visit their web site at www.rockinghambusiness.org. About Golden LEAF Foundation: The Golden LEAF Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in 1999 to help transform North Carolina’s economy. The foundation receives one-half of North Carolina’s funds from the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement with cigarette manufacturers and places special emphasis on assisting tobacco-dependent, economically distressed and/or rural communities across the state. The Golden LEAF Foundation works in partnership with governmental entities, educational institutions, economic development organizations and nonprofits to achieve its mission. The foundation has awarded 1,110 grants worth over $511 million since its inception. To learn more about applying for a grant, visit www.goldenleaf.org or call (888) 684-8404.
Motivation, software, naming a business: SBC courses cover it all Running a business is not easy. Everything from business software to employee motivation must be considered. The Small Business Center at Rockingham Community College is devoted to helping interested individuals meet these challenges. Therefore, free seminars are offered in the Bishopric Lifelong Learning Center on the RCC campus, room 206. To preregister for one or more seminars, call Cathy Wheeler, Small Business Center director, at 3424261, ext. 2316. In October, the SBC offers the following free seminars: • Oct. 4, 6-8:30 p.m.: “Herding Cats (Management & Motivation for Small Business &…Everyone).” Since managing workers can be like herding cats – they want to go their own way and you want them to go one particular way – then you need to learn how to motivate and train today’s worker to follow your lead and do it well. How? Attend this seminar and learn how. • Oct. 6, 6-8 p.m.: “How Can Excel Help Small Business Owners?” Excel can help you organize, date and sort information in seconds and put information in a spreadsheet format. From invoices, charts and graphs, setting up schedules, and tracking inventory, Excel can save you time and money. Learn how Excel can help you excel. • Oct. 11, 6-8:30 p.m.: “What is the Big Deal About a Business Name?” Recently, the Los Angeles Times ran an article about a business named Operations, Inc. The owner stated that he spends more time explaining the name than operating the business. Now he understands that the business name itself should explain the business. As the internet has grown as a major marketing tool, the name of a business or product is more critical than ever. Join us for this
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Draper Christain Church realizes that death is an experience that hurts, and brings pain. No one is immune. It is part of being human. No one escapes grief and loss. The sources of grief and loss are many. They vary from person to person, but the feelings we experience are similar...shock, denial, anger depression. Feelings which can overwhelm us unless they are faced and shared. If this is a time of grief and loss for you, we invite you to join with others who are going through the same experience. Dealing with grief and loss following a death has many times been thought of more in the area of crisis management. What has been discovered though, is that the process of grieving often lasts for years. After all the friends, family, church officials, and other caregivers leave, there is still unresolved pain and negative feelings. These feelings many times are thought to be unique and are buried and not dealt with. Here is what others have said: “This class helped me put things in perspective and showed me I was handling things better than I thought.” “It was helpful to hear others and what they went through and are feeling. Plus the meetings actually make you bring feelings out and deal with your grief. Plus there are always those people you attended with that will always be there for extra support. Thanks.” “Our close-knit group meeting each week gave me the support I needed to deal with my grief and loss. The support group meeting really helped me through my own personal grief and loss. Sharing with others who have gone through similar circumstances helps in understanding and coping.” If you have had similar feelings, this may be the support group that will meet your needs. Support-groups are not meant to be therapy, but may be utilized in conjunction with professional treatment programs. They are, however, a valuable tool for many as they strive to regain wholeness and hope in their lives. Gary L. Wackler, minister with the church, will act as the group’s facilitator, and comes highly recommended. He has over twenty years experience with grief and loss groups. This eight-week support-group on “Grief and Loss” being offered by Draper Christian Church has been of real value to others. The new group’s first meeting is on October 20th at 7:00 p.m. at the church and will run for eight consecutive weeks. There is no cost for the group. The church is located at 1116 West Fieldcrest Road, Eden, NC. You may call (336) 635-8932 to register and/ or for directions if you are unfamiliar with our location.
Continued from Page 18 seminar as we explain some of the most important items to consider when naming your business or branding a product. • Oct. 18, 6-8:30 p.m.: “How to Sell Items on eBay.” Media advertising and yard sales have their place, but if you want to reach MILLIONS of buyers worldwide or, if you choose, just across the nation, how would you do it without spending a fortune? The answer, of course, is eBay. Learn how to use this amazing tool to sell almost anything. • Oct. 20, 6-8 p.m.: “Windows 7 for Business Owners.” In this seminar you will learn how to save time and money by using the various functions of Windows 7. With this system, you will be able to organize better, process better and upgrade your day-to-day operations. Oct. 25, 6-8:30 p.m.: “How to Become an eBay Store Owner.” EBay stores are virtual online stores. Therefore, you can open one to sell what you choose without using a single brick or installing an overhead light. Think of the savings! Come to this seminar and you can learn how to open your own eBay store.
Eden man sentenced for removing GPS bracelet Roger Dale Pruitt, Jr., 32, of Church Street in Eden, pled guilty to one count of interfering with Electronic Monitoring Equipment yesterday in Rockingham County Superior Court. Pruitt was sentenced to 8-10 months in prison by Judge Stuart Albright. In June 2010, Pruitt pled guilty to Possession of Stolen goods and was placed on probation by Judge Rick Stone. while on probation, Pruitt missed curfew and admitted to drug use. His probation officer assigned Pruitt to electronic monitoring through a GPS device. On August 25, 2010, Pruitt cut off the monitoring bracelet and absconded. He was apprehended in May,2011. In addition, Pruitt's probation has been revoked and Judge Albright activated the 10-12 month sentence in that case.
Stop Illegal Dumping of Deer Carcasses Rockingham County Code Enforcement received over 60 calls from citizens in 2001 about illegal dumping of deer carcasses along roadsides and creeks. Last year, 12 calls were received by Code Enforcement
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To the Editor, I am running for a third term on the Eden City Council. I am presently Mayor Pro Tem. With this election, I am the only candidate who has an opponent. So voting is of the utmost if you support my candidacy! I served in the military for four years and was in Viet Nam in 1969-70. After which I received my undergraduate and graduate degree from the UNC-G and received an advanced graduate degree from Appalachian State University. I am a retired principal. My family includes three sons, Wayne II, Jason and Bradley. I have five grandchildren, Blair, Reece, Paige, Wayne III and Annadele. Following are some things to consider when you go to the polls to vote: • Co-sponsored with Council members Darryl Carter and Jim Burnette to postpone water and sewer rate increases for two years to reduce the burden on Eden citizens. • Saved taxpayer money by encouraging city staff to secure over $9 million in grants since 2008 for various city projects. These grants do not have to be paid back. • Promoted smaller government with a 13% reduction in the city workforce (27 full time positions). The City of Eden now has the fewest number of full time positions since it was created in 1967. • Reduced the city budget with a fiscal year 2011-12 budget that is 9.3% less than the city's 2006-07 general fund budget. • Reduced taxes by voting for a revenue neutral tax rate as a result of the recent tax revaluation. • Voted against the proposed landfill outside of Eden • Supported job creation with Eden's partnership with the Pittsylvania County/ City of Danville mega industrial park that is projected to create more than 12,000 jobs. • Co-sponsored with Council member Jim Burnette to support the creation of a Job Training Center to help Eden citizens upgrade their educational skills so they can obtain better jobs. This center should be open near the 1st of November. • Supported and participated in the presentation of the Eden All-America City Award process that cost NO TAXPAYER MONEY, but allowed Eden to be one of ten cities from across the country to win this prestigious award. Again, I would appreciate your vote. Wayne Tuggle
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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 19 where the majority involved deer that had been harvested by hunters who used the meat as a source of food. In some cases, the deer were illegally killed and antlers removed and thrown out on roadsides throughout the county. In the past few years, Rockingham County Code Enforcement and the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office have worked with local Wildlife Officers to catch violators who had improperly disposed of deer carcasses along dirt roads and less traveled highways. The county will continue to monitor the situation during this hunting season. Increased patrolling of these areas, with the help of surveillance cameras, has reduced the amount of calls received in the past few years. As usual, the Rockingham County Landfill will receive deer carcasses without a fee from hunters with a valid hunting license. There is a limit of two deer carcasses per day per hunter. All carcasses received from meat processing businesses will be charged at the normal fee. The Rockingham County Landfill’s operating hours are: Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. If you witness the illegal dumping of deer remains, please write down identifying information about the vehicle and person involved and call 911, Crimestoppers at 336.349.9683, or Code Enforcement at 336.342.8300. Please report any wildlife violations to NC Wildlife at 1.800.662.7137. For more information, contact Code Enforcement Officer Tinker Woods at 336.342.8300, ext. 1, or twoods@co.rockingham.nc.us
School Locator Tool Online Rockingham County Schools (RCS) is pleased to announce an innovative addition to our expanding website capabilities. Using our brand new School Locator software, anyone can find their address’ assigned elementary, middle or high school. This new addition to the district website will provide a quick response for our community. This will be the first time the district has streamlined its school assignment program to make it accessible online. In the past, parents or guardians and/or realtors had to call the district office or schools directly. Now, all that’s needed is a home address, and the system does the work for you. The school locator tool may be found at www.rock.k12.nc.us – click ‘School Locator’ under Quick Links or by going to www.rock.k12.nc.us/schoollocator.
Bloodmobiles Planned In County Life Saving Bloodmobiles will be throughout the county this month. Be sure to visit and donate at your convenience. All types are needed: Especially O-, O+,B+, and BTuesday, Oct. 4th M-M Rec Center 300 S. 2nd Ave. Mayodan 427-2481 11:30am to 4:00pm
Monday, Oct. 3rd Vera Holland Center 203 East Main St. Stoneville 413-3331 2:00pm to 6:30pm Wed., Oct. 5th Reidsville Family YMCA 504 Main St. Reidsville 349-3434 2:00pm to 6:30pm
Thursday, Oct. 6th Eden Community YMCA 301 Kennedy St. Eden 349-3434 2:00pm to 6:30pm
Wed. Oct. 12th Annie Penn Hospital 618 South Main St. Reidsville 951-4682, 951-4867 11:30am to 4:00pm
Thurs., Oct. 13th Morehead Memorial Hospital 117 East Kings Hwy Eden 623-9711 6:30am to 3:30pm
Thurs. Oct. 13th Bethany Elementary School 271 Bethany Rd. Reidsville 951-2710 1:30pm to 6:00pm Mon., Oct. 24th Monroeton Elementary School 8081 US Hwy 158 Reidsville 634-3280 1:00pm to 5:30pm
Wed., Oct. 19th City of Eden Public Works 1050 Klyce Street Eden 627-7783 X:106 11:00am to 3:30pm Sat., Oct. 29th First Presbyterian Church 582 Southwood Dr. Eden 627-1175 9:00am to 1:30pm
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3rd Annual Eden Rotary Masquerade Ball Set for October 28 EDEN—Mark your calendars for the Eden Rotary Club’s 3rd Annual Masquerade Ball on Friday, October 28, at the Reidsville Event Center, 223 S. Scales Street. Enjoy a fun evening of dancing, raffles, 50/50 drawing, door prizes and much more. Costumes are preferred—black tie optional. Convenient street parking is available in historic downtown Reidsville. Optional valet parking is available upon request. Entertainment will be provided by The Impacts, a group of five seasoned musicians from Madison, NC, playing the sounds of the 50s, 60s and 70s. The group includes several former members of the legendary beach group, “Bob Collins and the Fabulous Five.” The instruments used are vintage style, much like what was used in the original recordings, giving an authentic sound. For anyone around in the early days of Rock n Roll, the sound of The Impacts brings back a lot of great memories, including the British Invasion, American Pop, Motown and Carolina Beach music. Tickets for the Masquerade Ball are $20 for adults and $10 for children age 15 and under. Adult tickets include two drink coupons for the beverage of choice. A cash bar with beer and wine will be available. Tickets will be available at the door, but advance purchase is recommended as seating is limited. To purchase tickets in
advance, contact Jull Tate at 336623-2151 or 336-932-3862. Proceeds from the Masquerade Ball support Eden Rotary Club projects in Rockingham County. Last year’s major projects included: Providing scholarships for three high school seniors. Reactivating the Rotary Interact Club at Morehead High School and providing start up money to get the club organized and established. The Interact Club is Rotary International’s service club for youth ages 12 to 18. Interact gives its members the opportunity to participate in community service projects, attend regularly scheduled meetings, develop leadership skills and personal integrity, demonstrate helpfulness and respect for others, and understand the value of individual responsibility and hard work. Sending a student to the Rotary Youth Leadership Program in Greensboro. This program emphasizes leadership, personal growth, and citizenship. It also aims to: • Demonstrate Rotary’s concern and respect for youth; • Provide effective training expe-
Sarona Salon & Spa 660 Pierce St., Suite D, Eden rience for potential leaders and selected youth; • Encourage leadership of youth by youth; and, Recognize publicly young people who are rendering service to their communities. Hosting more than 50 students in Rotary Shadow Day, in which students spend the morning with a professional in a vocation that interests them and then share their experiences with the entire Rotary Club at lunch. Giving back to the community by helping sponsor the following activities at the Eden YMCA: • $500 - Tennis Tournament $250 Youth Member Sponsorship “This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy an evening of dancing and entertainment while at the same time supporting youth and community projects,” said Rotary Masquerade Ball Chairman Scott Flanagan. “The Eden Rotary Club’s first two Masquerade Balls were a big success. We thank past sponsors and participants for their support! Without the ongoing support of the community, many of these projects would not have been possible.
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The Rockingham County Literacy Project will be holding a Yard and Bake Sale fund raiser: AGAIN!!! Saturday, October 1, 7-11 a.m. Parking lot between Bette-rLook Salon and Macy J's (former Bank of America parking lot) - just west of the RCLP office (inside at RCLP office, 705-A Washington Street, Eden in case of inclement weather) The Rockingham County Literacy Project uses volunteer tutors and provides materials to help adults in Rockingham County learn to read, write, speak English, or do basic math. For more information, call Jean Light Kinyon at 627-0007.
Wentworth Ruritan is holding a Yard and Plant Sale, Saturday, Oct 22, 7am to 1pm, at the National Guard Armory in Wentworth. Low Prices- Great items for sale. Proceeds go to Ruritan Community projects. Sausage biscuits available for sale to the early arrivals.
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Pace- Stone Special Event: Carpet Ride for a Cure From October 3rd-8th PaceStone, Inc, located at 663 Washington Street will launch a new line of beautiful and affordable rugs, unveil a new Vera Bradley display, and showcase their special discount items in the main store. Proceeds from a 6’ x 9’ Karastan Rug raffle and a percentage of their weekly sales will go to the McMichael Cancer Center. A ribbon cutting and coffee will take place on Monday, October 3rd at 9:00am and a wine tasting will happen from 5:00pm7:00pm on Thursday, October 6th. The Front Porch Wine and Dress Shop will host the wine tasting inside Pace-Stone. Raffle tickets are on sale now for just $10.00. For more information contact Pace-Stone at 336-6232158, visit www.pacestone.com or the Pace-Stone Facebook page. Eden Therapeutic Massage & Yoga If you have been considering learning yoga, this may be the class for you. Beginner’s Yoga Wednesday’s 9:15 – 10:30 am. This class will explore the many benefits of yoga, including the physical and mental aspects of a yoga practice. Strengthening, toning and increasing flexibility are just a few of the physical benefits. Mental benefits include but are not limited to increasing body awareness and relaxing the mind and the body. Classes are held at the studio, located at 571 B Bridge St. Eden, NC. For more information or to sign up contact Kelley Pulliam 336-552-5826 or visit www.edenmassageyoga.com
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Adult Literacy Tutor Training will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30p.m.6:30p.m. on October 10, 12, 17 and 19th. ESL (English as a Second Language) Tutor Training Takes place Mondays and Wednesdays October 24th and 2th from 3:30p.m.-6:30 p.m. The Rockingham County Literacy Project is located at 705A Washington Street in Eden. For more information: Jean Light Kinyon, 627-0007, jkinyon@rcliteracyproject.org, www.rcliteracyproject.org Tan Land Tanning Salon: Now Open! Tan Land is located in the back of 137 N. Fieldcrest Road in Eden, NC They have 11 tanning beds, one being a Super Dome bed New tanning products including lotions, after tan moisturizers, body scrubs and bath products.Tan Land offers monthly, 3-month, 6-month or yearly packages. They are open MondaySaturday, 12:00-8:00pm in the summer and 10:00am-8:00pm in the fall. Call 336-612-2305 for more information or visit their Facebook page—Tan Land. Barbour Studio & Gallery Tom Barbour offers the areas highest quality yet affordable photo restoration service. If you have an old photograph that has been torn, faded, scratched or otherwise deteriorated from its original quality, they can restore it like new. A restored photo is a very personal gift to share with family, relatives and friends. Restoration of photographs can take time depending on the complexity of the work necessary to bring it back to its original quality, so they are offering a free estimate along with 20% off of any photo restoration order submitted prior to Oct 31st, 2011. This will allow ample time for completion of the restoration in time for Christmas. The 20% discount must be mentioned at the time you place your restoration order. In addition to restoring old photographs, Barbour Studio & Gallery can alter existing photographs by adding or deleting individuals, colorizing black and white photos, changing backgrounds etc. so whatever your photo restoration need, you can trust Barbour Studio & Gallery to give you the quality work you expect. They are located at 714 Washington St., Eden NC in the Historic Downtown Leaksville area. Their phone number is 336-623-7007. Chamber of Commerce Community Welcome On Thursday, October 13th from 4:00pm-5:30pm, the Chamber of Commerce invites you to meet the newest physician team at the Wright Diagnostic Center, 618 South Pierce Street. Come meet those who will be treating you as part of the Morehead Team.
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Direct care worker course offered at RCC After one month of training, students graduating from the new Direct Care Worker course will be ready to enter the workforce and care for those with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Direct care workers may be hired under various titles: home health aide, habilitation technician, mental health technician, job coach, life coach, mentor, childcare worker, in-home companion, respite worker and personal care assistant. In their role, they may be asked to be a companion to an elderly person, teach mentally disabled adults how to manage living by themselves, assist a child with disabilities in everyday school activities, help with personal hygiene, eating, getting in or out of bed, checking a person’s temperature, pulse and blood pressure, help individuals take their medicine and more. Students will complete 56 hours of course work and 24 hours of nonpaid internship where Direct Care Workers are employed. Training consists of human rights, confidentiality laws, types of guardianship, philosophy of care, abuse, billing to meet Medicaid and/or Medicare standards, types of mental health, communication skills, ethics and conduct, cultural sensitivity and awareness, team work, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and more. The cost of the program is $175 with an additional fee for the text book. It is recommended that students earn the Career Readiness Certification as part of the Direct Care Worker course. Enrolling students must have a valid high school diploma or GED certificate and be able to demonstrate basic computer skills. Direct care worker classes will be held at Rockingham Community College Monday through Friday, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Oct. 328. To enroll, call 336-342-4261, ext. 2177.
Scars Of War interviews Honored with Editor’s Choice and Rising Star awards, Scars of War is based on one-on-one interviews with more than forty veterans, all members of Combat Airmen/Joshua’s Troops, which meets in Mayodan, NC. For over four years, author Marilyn Swinson has carefully recorded these true and often horrifying accounts of our nation’s major battles from World War ll through Iraq. Stories include the following: • A sailor aboard a ship moored at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, deals with the aftermath of a surprise attack by the Japanese. • A Darby’s Ranger remembers the exhilaration of being part of the earliest US elite special combat unit operating deep behind enemy lines. • A seventeen-year-old survives the Bataan Death March, only to spend three and a half years of torture and deprivation in Japanese concentration camps. • A Tuskegee airman poignantly describes his struggles to gain the privilege of fighting for his country. • A pilot lives to fly again after his plane hits the ground traveling three hundred miles-per-hour, igniting sixteen thousand pounds of jet fuel. • A battle-weary marine finally sees Old Glory raised on Iwo Jima. • A battalion chaplain fashions a baptismal from camouflage and sandbags to baptize converts in the battle ravaged Diyala Province northeast of Baghdad. An excerpt from one of the forty plus eyewitness accounts related in Scars of War: The year was 1942. Japanese soldiers clearing out gun pits came upon seventeen-year-old Damon Conrad Alberty—tattered, barefoot, sick, starving. They shoved a bayonet into the teenager’s face and directed him to the main road where a burgeoning assemblage of ragtag prisoners awaited. They were taken to Mariveles, on the southern tip of Bataan, and divided into columns of one hundred. Japanese Lieutenant General Masaharu Homma, charged with delivering the prisoners to Camp O’Donnell in the Philippine province of Pampanga, discovered that there were far more captives than he had anticipated, too many to transport by truck. The only way to get them to the camp was to make them walk the ninety miles. Thus began the infamous Bataan Death March—a forced transfer of seventy-five thousand fatigued, malnourished American and Filipino prisoners of war, the brutality of which resulted in the death of over ten thousand men. The trek—estimated by Japanese high command to take only a couple of days—lasted ten instead. Book Launch - Books may be purchased at a book launch being held at Woodbine Baptist Church, located at 7546 NC Highway 135, Mayodan, NC on Sunday, October 16, from 2:00 until 5:00 p.m. Some of the men and women who lived these experiences will be on
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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 22 hand to talk with guests as they enjoy refreshments in an atmosphere reminiscent of the World War ll era. Period music will be played in the background. For further information on buying opportunities or to schedule an interview or speaking engagement, please contact the author at (336) 548-6578. You may also visit the web page at www.marilynswinson.com/scarsofwar. About Marilyn Swinson Marilyn Swinson grew up in the post World War ll, Leave It To Beaver world of the late 1940s and 1950s. Married at 17, she dropped out of high school when she learned she was pregnant with her first child. She would ultimately give birth to three beautiful, healthy sons. In 1979, at age 42, she used a GED to enroll in Rockingham Community College, where she obtained an Associate of Arts degree, graduating with highest honors. Finding herself addicted to learning, she transferred to the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Over the next five years, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree—graduating summa cum laude—and a Masters of Education, with a concentration in counseling. She became certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. (NBCC), and licensed by the state of North Carolina (LPC). Marilyn was hired by Rockingham County as a juvenile court counselor, but after five exciting, rewarding, years, she opted to move to Rockingham County Juvenile Services, an agency that provides counseling to at-risk youth and their families. She remained there until her retirement and continues to facilitate weekly parenting classes for that agency. In 2006, Taking the Long Way Home, a collection of Christian poetry and prose written by Marilyn, with contributions from Mollie Williams, was published. Since 2007, she has chaired a committee to organize and promote God Bless America Day, Woodbine Baptist Church’s annual Fourth of July celebration, which—in 2011—drew an estimated crowd of over five hundred. Additionally, she hosts Salute to Veterans, a monthly radio program on WLOE/WMYN (AM 1490 and 1420). Marilyn lives in Stoneville, NC with Nick, her husband of fiftysix years. The couple is dedicated to Christian ministry, each having taught Sunday School for over fifty years. Marilyn also enjoys writing, occasionally acting, and spending time with family and friends.
2011 Cycle North Carolina "Mountains to Coast" Event Will Benefit Rockingham County 1,000+ Bicyclists Are Preparing to Ride 450+ Miles Across North Carolina Each year the Cycle North Carolina "Mountains to the Coast" event provides tremendous economic benefits to the overnight host communities and numerous pass-through communities. More than 1,000 bicyclists visit these towns each year generating an estimated economic impact of $200,000-$500,000 for host communities such as the Rockingham County Town of Mayodan. This year the economic impact from the event will provide much needed tourism spending to the eastern areas of North Carolina that are still recovering from Hurricane Irene. The 13th annual ride will begin in Elkin on October 1 and end at the Currituck Lighthouse in Corolla on October 8. Additional overnight stops include: Mayodan, Mebane, Henderson, Rocky Mount, Plymouth and Manteo. The communities of Rocky Mount, Plymouth, Manteo and Corolla are still recovering from Hurricane Irene, but are also preparing to welcome Cycle North Carolina and the tourism dollars from the event with open arms. Mayodan will be the second stop on the route on October 2nd when more than 1,000 cyclists will arrive at Autumn Creek Vineyards, the official Rockingham County host location for this year. Participants will spend the night camping at Autumn Creek Vineyards or being shuttled to hotels. The Tourism Development Authority will provide shuttles, host a welcome tent at Autumn Creek Vineyards, and promote other local attractions. "Tourism is so important for hundreds of small communities across North Carolina and the economic benefits from 1,000 bicyclists visiting a small community are so important during these difficult economic times" said Chuck Hobgood, President of North Carolina Amateur Sports which is the nonprofit organization that organizes Cycle North Carolina annually. “We are really excited to host Cycle North Carolina again in Rockingham County,” said Robin Yount, vice president of Tourism. “This is such a great event to showcase our community and a beautiful venue like Autumn Creek Vineyards. We really want to thank Autumn Creek for working with us to secure the Cycle North
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Reidsville Lanes Hosts Interactive Exhibit to Raise Awareness of Breast Cancer and Early Detection BCBSNC Foundation Exhibit on display as part of “Strike out Breast Cancer” On October 29 - 31, 2011, Reidsville Lanes is hosting the interactive Button Chair exhibit, an innovative art display designed to increase awareness of breast cancer, in hopes of saving lives. The exhibit is a project of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) Foundation, and will be available to view by the public 9am to 9pm at Reidsville Lanes, as part of “Strike out Breast Cancer”. "By hosting the exhibit, we hope we can reach out to Rockingham County women and raise awareness of breast cancer and promote early detection,” said Keith Patterson with “Strike out Breast Cancer”. A North Carolina college student created the Button Chair in 1998 as a tribute to the women in our state who have battled breast cancer. The chair features thousands of buttons, each belonging to a victim or survivor of the disease. The exhibit’s most unique aspect is an interactive video highlighting the stories of five North Carolina women who have survived the disease. “Our hope is that through the Button Chair, women across North Carolina will learn more about breast cancer and the importance of mammograms and breast cancer screenings,” said
Kathy Higgins, BCBSNC Foundation president. The BCBSNC Foundation encourages women to learn more about the disease, know their body and what is normal for their breasts, and to follow guidelines for mammograms. Through the Button Chair, they strive to educate women across North Carolina about the role of early detection. The Button Chair exhibit is also available for display – free of charge – to North Carolina schools, businesses, community groups and other organizations. To secure the chair or for more information, please visit www.bcbsncfoundation.org. About “Strike out Breast Cancer” A group of us from the local bowling association got together with Annie Penn Hospital Foundation to see if we could raise some money
for Breast Cancer and keep it in Rockingham County. Annie Penn hospital Foundation was our way to do that. We hope this is only the first of many events. About the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation: The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation is a separate, independent, nonprofit Foundation dedicated to improving the health and well-being of North Carolinians. The Foundation's focus areas include: Health of Vulnerable Populations improving health outcomes of populations served by safety net organizations; Healthy Active Communities - increasing physical activity and encouraging healthy eating habits; and Community Impact through Nonprofit Excellence - increasing the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations. BCBSNC Foundation invests programs and services in response to grant requests and proactively creates initiatives or partners with organizations to address specific needs. It also coordinates several Signature Programs, among them, the Be Active Kids® and Healthy Community Institute for Nonprofit Excellence. More information is available at www.bcbsncfoundation.org.. (www.bcbsncfoundation.org). Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
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Rockingham County Public Library … OUTREACH DEPARTMENT The Rockingham County Public Library Outreach Department offers bookmobile service, homebound delivery, and service to nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The library's first bookmobile went into service in 1937 and was one of the first bookmobiles in North Carolina. Bookmobile Public Stops for October 2011 October 5 October 7 October 11 October 12 October 14 October 19
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Rockingham County Public Library Schedules Eden Public Library Preschool Story Time Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 10:30-11:00 a.m. Kids aged 3-5 & & Moms
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Kids aged 3-5 & their Moms Mayodan: fund raiser for the new library “How to Write Your Story” with Maxine Crane Oct 10. Cost: $20 7:00 p.m. To register: call Sue 548-9720 or Rosa 427-5108 Reidsville Public Library Preschool Story Time Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30-11:00 a.m. Kids aged 3-5 & their Moms Reidsville Free Computer Classes: call to register 3498476Oct 11 - Adults Mouse Tutorial 9:30-10:15 Keyboard 10:30-11:30 Reidsville Artist of the Month: Nadine Cobb Through the month of October - General public Reidsville Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting Oct 20 5:306:30 p.m. The public is invited
Carolina stop in Rockingham County. I know the participants are really going to enjoy visiting and camping at the vineyard.” “Autumn Creek Vineyards is honored to have been chosen to represent Rockingham County and host the Cycle North Carolina Fall Ride,” said Kelly Dickerson, marketing director for Autumn Creek Vineyards. “We have an exciting day planned for the cyclists and look forward to sharing the vineyard with so many people that may not be familiar with this area of the state.” Cycle North Carolina is designed to promote healthy lifestyles, provide economic impact for North Carolina's charming rural communities and promote the unparalleled cultural and geographical diversity of the great state of North Carolina. Registration currently includes participants from 33 states and Canada. The average age of registered participants is 55 years old. Rockingham County has hosted Cycle North Carolina twice: in 2001 at the Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Educational Center in Reidsville and in 2004 at the YMCA in Eden. “This event is such a good fit for us because it ties in perfectly with our marketing brand of outdoor recreation and our goal of attracting sporting events,” added Yount. “Plus it provides an economic boost by putting people in our hotels, restaurants and shops.” "The majority of the participants of this event are executive level employees with their companies. During Cycle North Carolina participants often discover future vacation destinations for their family, a location to relocate their company, a retirement location, etc. We want our cyclists and the cycling community across the country to know that North Carolina is open for business and still the best place in the United States to visit" Hobgood said. With wonderful tourist stops scheduled along scenic back-roads, this year's Cycle North Carolina will showcase many charming communities and attractions across North Carolina. Some of the highlights along this year's route will include the Yadkin Valley, museums, historic attractions, wineries, street festivals, state parks, two lighthouses, Jockey's Ridge, the Wright Brothers National Memorial and the 1920s Whalehead Club. North Carolina is the state's only cross-state, fully-supported ride. It is mostly a camping event, but hotel and B&B accommodations in each overnight town across the state have been sold out for months. Registration is still open for the premier cycling event in North Carolina. Riders can register for the entire distance, multipleday options, or single-day options. Visit www.ncsports.org or call (919) 361-1133 for more information, or to register. Hosted by North Carolina Amateur Sports (NCAS), Cycle North Carolina is a fully supported cross-state recreational bike tour of the Tar Heel State. Cycle North Carolina was created in 1999 by the N.C. Division of Tourism, the Department of Transportation and Capitol Broadcasting Company. Cycle North Carolina is designed to promote physical fitness and health, and provide economic impact and publicity to rural communities, while showcasing the state's beauty, scenic attractions and cultural diversity.
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Stoneville Public Library Preschool Story Time Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 10:30-11:00 a.m. Kids aged 3-5 & their Moms Western Friends of the Library Bookstore, 103 2nd Ave. Mayodan Friends of the Western Libraries Monthly Meeting Oct 18 5:306:30 p.m. The public is invited Western Friends of the Library Cook Book Sale: to raise funds for the new Western Branch Cost: $20 at any branch library
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The Salvation Army Christmas Applications will be taken for children ages birth to 12 years old October 17 – 21, 2011 - 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Apply at: The Salvation Army of Rockingham County 314 Morgan Road, Eden Bring with you: • Proof of address • Proof of expenses (latest bill from all services such as electric, oil, gas, phone, rent, cable, etc.) • Proof of income (pay stub, documents showing food stamps, child support and any other income) • Picture ID • Your Social Security card/ITN • Social Security card of all household members JOB POSTING BELL RINGERS Needed Locations: Eden, Madison, Mayodan & Reidsville Apply in Person: 704 Barnes St., Reidsville, Oct. 10-14, 8:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Essential functions of job: • Ring The Salvation Army bell at kettle • Be consistently friendly • Be on time • Have your own transportation to kettle site
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Just a few ideas for Hallo ween Halloween Treat Street Eden’s Downtown Washington Street 28th - Friday - 3pm - 6pm - Costume Contest in park at corner of Washington and Henry at 6pm. All Trick or Treaters Welcome. Business Halloween Extravaganza: Market Square - Reidsville October 29: More details to follow. Performing for the kids at 11:00 will be Big Bang Boom, 12:30 Captain Jim's magic act. Bounces and more. Free admission for all kids, some games will have a charge. Call for more details 336-349-1099. Trunk or Treat - Draper Christian Church. October 31st from 6pm - 8pm 1116 West Fieldcrest Road in Eden Offering safe treats (hardly any tricks) and snacks on Halloween. Bring your children by and join in all the fun Eden Senior Center Dance Halloween Dance/Party- Monday, October 31st at the CB Hut, $5 admission at the door. Dress up an enter the costume contest!! Music featuring the City Limits Band.
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High Tech Haunt, Nightmare On Scales Street Back for a forth year, Nightmare On Scales Street has become known as the scariest haunts in the Carolina’s. Located right here in Rockingham County, in the former Klenner Clinic in downtown Reidsville. This is one of the largest indoor haunted attractions in the Carolina’s. The haunted attraction incorporates live actors with state-of-the-art special effects. A staff of electrical and mechanical engineers, along with graphic artist and Hollywood special effects make-up artist ensures the attraction is beyond belief. The most common comment from the guest is they cannot believe an attraction like this is in
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Haunted Trail In Eden The Freedom Park “Haunted Trail” returns this year with a few new twists and turns that will send chills up the bravest of spines. Be sure to celebrate Halloween season with the Eden Parks & Recreation Departments Haunted Trail. This is a yearly event which brings visitors from all over the county and some surrounding areas as well for a family fun Halloween treat. This year the dates will be Fri. & Sat., Oct. 7th & 8, 14 & 15, 21 & 22 and 28 & 29. Admission is $5.00 pp except on the 28th and 29th when all children aged 12 & under will be allowed in for $2. Expect to wait in line as only so many are allowed in at a time. All proceeds from the “Trail” go to help fund the youth programs for the Eden Parks & Recreation Department. Anyone wishing to donate can contact the Parks & Rec office at 623-7789 Ext. 3026. Freedom Park is located at the intersection of Stadium Drive and Edgewood Drive in Eden.
Halloween Extravaganza Festival fun for the whole family Make sure you and your children join in on the fun on Saturday, October 29th, 11am3pm at Market Square in Downtown Reidsville, for the Halloween Extravaganza. There will be games & activities, entertainment, special performance by Big Bang Boom(11 a.m.) and Captain Jim’s Magic Act (12:30 a.m.), bounce houses, arts & crafts, face painting, festival food, candy, prizes and more! Admission is free and activity tickets are 50¢ and All Day Fun is only $10. This community event is hosted by the Reidsville Junior Service League in conjunction with Market Square and the Rockingham County Partnership for Children. The proceeds from this event will go directly back into the community to support local schools and various organizations.
Studios. Because the attraction is indoors, it allows the environment to be controlled; from lighting, to smells, and sounds everything is very realistic. Maybe even some ghost. If you believe in ghost, the attraction is the prime location for Time Stoppers Paranormal. A group of ghost hunters, that have declared the facility HAUNTED! Two years ago, the owners invited the paranormal investigative team into the attraction. Since then, the group has captured voice phenomenons, apparitions, and moving furniture. Therefore, everything you see and hear while visiting the attraction may not be of this world. With all this going for Nightmare On Scales Street, the haunted attraction is definitely worth the visit. The attraction opens on 30 September and runs through Halloween. The first hundred that make it through receive an “I Survived t-shirt”. More information can be found on the haunted house’s website at: www.nosshauntedhouse.com
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It is good to be a woman: 1. We got off the Titanic first. 2. We can scare male bosses with mysterious gynecological disorder excuses. 3. Taxis stop for us. 4. We don 't look like a frog in a blender when dancing. 5. No fashion faux pas we make could ever rival the Speedo. 6. We don 't have to pass gas to amuse ourselves. 7. If we forget to shave, no one has to know. 8. We can congratulate our teammate without ever touching her rear end. 9. We never have to reach down every so often to make sure our privates are still there. 10. We have the ability to dress ourselves. 11. We can talk to the opposite sex without having to picture them naked. 12. If we marry someone 20 years younger, we are aware that we will look like an idiot. 13. We will never regret piercing our ears. 14. There are times when chocolate really can solve all your problems. 15. We can make comments about how silly men are in their presence because they aren't listening anyway.
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Bees Hair Why is a bees hair sticky? Because... he uses a honeycomb! Baby Belly A three year old walked over to a pregnant lady while waiting with his mother in the doctors office. He inquisitively ask the lady, "Why is your stomach so big?" She replied, "I'm having a baby." With big eyes, he asked, "Is the baby in your stomach?" She said, "He sure is." Then the little boy, with a puzzled look, asked, "Is it a good baby?" She said, "Oh, yes. It's a real good baby." With an even more surprised and shocked look, he asked... "Then why did you eat him?" Monkey? A woman got on a bus holding a baby. The bus driver said, "That's the ugliest baby I've ever seen." In a huff, the woman slammed her fare into the fare box and took an aisle seat near the rear of the bus. The man seated next to her sensed that she was agitated and asked her what was wrong. "The bus driver insulted me," she fumed. The man sympathized and said, "Why, he's a public servant and shouldn't say things to insult passengers." You're right," She said. "I think I'll go back up there and give him a piece of my mind." "That's a good idea," the man said. "Here, let me hold your monkey."
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3rd Annu al Eden Rotary Club Masquerade Ball
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Costume preferred – Black tie optional. Enjoy dancing, raffle, a 50/50 drawing, door prizes and much more. Cash bar – beer and wine. Location:
Reidsville Event Center 223 S. Scales Street, Reidsville, North Carolina (Optional valet parking available upon request) Date:
Friday, October 28, 2011 Time:
8:00 p.m. – Midnight Entertainment: The Impacts A group of five seasoned musicians playing the sounds of the 50s, 60s and 70s. The instruments used are vintage style, much like what was used in the original recordings, giving an authentic sound. Their repertoire includes the American Pop, Motown, Carolina beach music, and the sounds of the British invasion.
Ticket Price: $20.00 in advance and at the door (Includes 2 drink coupons for beverage of choice.) (Costume Preferred – Black Tie Optional) $10.00 for children 15 and under
Contact: Jill Tate 336-623-2151 (Office) • 336-932-3862 (Cell) Proceeds benefit Rotary youth programs in our community.
Our Event Sponsors Include
Dr. Roy Keys Leonard & Kim Pryor Jim Pyron - Merrill Lynch Edwina Webster, CPA
Eden Rotary Club P.O. Box 3212 Eden, North Carolina 27289
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From The Desks Of CITY HALL Festival at Freedom Park promises fall fun By Johnny Farmer, Parks & Recreation Director
The City of Eden will have the 7th Annual Fall Festival at Freedom Park on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. There will be food vendors, children’s games and rides, a costume contest and live entertainment throughout the day. The annual pet show will get things kicked off at 10 a.m., followed by a performance from the Carolina Elite Cheerleaders at noon. The Osborne Baptist Church Youth Choir will perform at 10 a.m. with Radio Flyer taking the stage at noon. Rounding out the entertainment will be The Impacts at 2. The Halloween costume contest will be held after The Impacts finish performing at 4. The contest will be divided into the following age groups with trophies and prizes awarded for each group: infant – 2 years; 3 – 5 years; 6 – 12 years; 13 – 18 years; and adult. This event is free to the public and sponsored by the Eden Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call our department at 623-2110, option 3.
Rake your leaves to the curb starting Oct. 17 By Darren Gatewood, Street Superintendent
The City of Eden will begin loose-leaf collection Oct. 17 and will continue through March 2. Loose-leaf collection is just as the name implies – only unbagged leaves will be collected. Most collection is scheduled as follows: If your garbage is picked up this day Your leaves will be picked up this day: Monday Tuesday Tuesday Monday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Friday Thursday
There are a few exceptions. Leaf pickup on Dameron Street, Highland Drive and in parts of the Central area (Stadium Drive toward Kings Highway) will be on Wednesday. The most recent annexed areas of the city along and between N.C. 135 and N.C. 770 will have their leaves collected on their regular garbage collection day – Friday. There are several things you must do to make sure your leaves get picked up: • Do not bag the leaves. • Have them at the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day. • Do not place leaves in the traveled portion of the roadway where traffic would be impeded. Pile them away from any objects such as parked cars, low-hanging tree limbs, catch basins and drainpipes. • Do not put leaves in the actual ditch, which could cause flooding. • Sticks, rocks, bricks and other such objects should be kept out of the leaves for pickup as they delay the collection process and can cause severe damage to the collection equipment. You are encouraged to keep leaves on your property and compost when possible by implementing a backyard composting project. If you want leaves for gardening purposes, call the Street Division or the Department of Environmental Services for information on signing up for delivery of leaves by the truckload. For more information regarding leaf collection, call my office at 627-7783, ext. 102 or the Department of Environmental Services, at 623-2110, option 4.
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Duncan retires from police department Sandra Duncan never drew her weapon on a suspect. She didn’t investigate a robbery or arrest a murderer, but what she did in her more than forty years with the Eden Police Department was just as vital as any job in the department. Duncan DUNCAN served faithfully as part of the administration THEN team since 1970. And now, though her experience and dedication make her irreplaceable, she has left the department to enjoy retirement. “Sandra worked tirelessly for the citizens of Eden for the past 41 years. This is an incredible accomplishment when you consider that the City of Eden is only 44 years old,” City Manager Brad Corcoran said. Duncan is the former Sandra Carter, born and raised here in town. She graduated from King’s Business College in Greensboro and worked at DUNCAN Karastan. In 1963, she married Roger and the NOW couple moved to Ohio as Roger served in the Air Force and Duncan worked for the federal government. Eventually they moved back to Eden and shortly after, Duncan was hired as a records clerk. She was sworn in as a law enforcement officer – only the second female in the department’s history to do so. And though it was not required, Duncan independently made the decision to achieve state certification by attending Basic Law Enforcement Training at RCC, which meant going to night school for 180 hours. It was not an easy course but Duncan persevered and graduated. Four police chiefs had come and gone since she joined the PD but Duncan remained. “Sandra has been a dedicated employee of our department for over forty years,” Police Chief Reece Pyrtle said. “She has witnessed first-hand the evolution of policing, especially in our community. She has worked for five chiefs and with numerous officers throughout her career. It’s an amazing accomplishment.” Duncan was sure that when it was the right time for her to retire, she would know. That time came when her daughter Koury announced she and her husband Jason were expecting a child. Granddaughter Brayden was born Sept. 14. Duncan looks forward to spending as much time as possible with her only grandchild. And while she may not have been involved in a shoot-out or chased down a robber, Duncan will have plenty of stories to share with Brayden … like the time a fired bullet missed her with just inches to spare or when a man reached across her desk at work and choked her. Then there was that time she was stranded on Highway 14 alone with a murder suspect and when a man threatened her with a switchblade knife. They are great stories stemming from a great career and an employee who will be greatly missed. “Sandra has been a tremendous asset to our police department and will be missed more than words can express,” Corcoran said. Pyrtle agreed. “She is a special person that will be missed by all. I wish her the best in her retirement. She has truly earned it. JOB WELL DONE.”
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CITY OF EDEN Councilman Ward 1 (1 seat) Donna Lawson Turner Councilman Ward 2 (1 seat) Jim Burnette Councilman Ward 6 (1 seat) Tom Fulton Wayne R. Tuggle, Sr. Councilman Ward 7 (1 seat) Gerald (Jerry) Ellis T OWN OF MADISON Mayor (1 seat)Kenneth Hawkins Christopher E. Phillips Alderman (3 seats) Justin Terrell Leon W. Wall* J.Lee Mills Tom Rogers* T OWN OF MAYODAN MAYODAN Mayor (1 seat) James (Bud) Cardwell Councilman (3 seats) Glenn Chatman Darrell Allred Lewis Bottoms David Holland T OWN OF STONEVILLE STONEVILLE Mayor (1 seat) Rickey Craddock Councilman (5 seats) Merea King Bridges Eugene DeMoss Billy Farris Chuck Hundley Jerry W. Odell* James (Gen) Scales Glynda Shelton Jerry L. Smith* T OWN OF WENTWORTH WENTWORTH
Across Wal-Mart in Eden By local author
Mark Your Holiday Calendars for November 12 & 13
Candidates Filed For Office
Walk Ins Welcome Or By Appointment!
New Feather Lock Extentions Are In!
Councilman (3 seats) James Belcher, Jr. * Evelyn L. Conner* Dennis Paschal* Dennis Paschal, III William (Ernie) Smith CITY OF REIDSVILLE Councilman District A (2 Seats) Harry L. Brown Donald Gorham William Hairston John H. Henderson* George O. Rucker Councilman District B (2 seats) Richard Junior Ratliff W. Clark Turner* Sherri Walker Joan Marie Zdanski* * Incumbents
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Sports Shorts L-R Front Row; Juan ZunigaRobertson 1st Place 16-17 Year Old Youth, Edgar ZunigaRobertson, 1st Place Young Adult Class L-R Second Row, Mike Rogers & Warren Clay Honorable Mention, Ronnie Newton 2nd Place Adult Class and Charles Daniels 1st Place Adult.
Before, During & After the Game
$2 Off Any Large Pizza Or $1.50 Off Pasta Entree Good In Eden & Wentworth Locations Expiration October 31st, 2011 (Cannot Be Combined With Any Other Offer)
The “Young Guns” an impressive group of young shooters from Rockingham County. L-R: Lanier McClain, Edgar Robertson, Denise Oney, Gates McClain and Edgar Robertson
Cherokee Challenge earns Camperships for Boy Scouts The Cherokee Challenge, Inc. held its annual Youth Skeet Tournament September 10, 2012 at Halifax County Gun Club. . Members of the Cherokee Challenge Committee are Veteran Scouters and Firearms Enthusiasts who have a passion to promote firearms safety and the opportunity to compete with others in the sport of skeet shooting. The Cherokee Challenge, Inc. is a charitable non-profit 501c organization that funds
Camperships to Boy Scouts living in the Cherokee District. Grants for camperships are processed through an application based on need. This year’s winners were; Adult Class , Charles Daniel, Young Adult Class, Edgar Zuniga-Robertson, Youth 16-17 Age Group, Juan ZunigaRobertson. The Cherokee Challenge Inc. is grateful to all of its sponsors who supported this year’s
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Sports Shorts The Mobile Home Store 2 Mobile Home & RV Parts 14774 NC 87, Eden In Location of Former Triad Mobile Home Supply
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LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST CHURCH - SUMMER CO-ED SOFTBALL "B" BRACKET PLAYOFF RUNNER UPS Front row L to R - Kelly Cochran, Emily Fargis and Rhonda Dowdy. Second row L to R - Brianna Doomy, Shelly Inman, Katie Fargis, Betsy Fargis, Lynaya Doomy and Steve Eubanks. Third Row L to R - Pastor Al Doomy, Dwight Underwood, Gary Hudson, Ken Powell, Lynn Fargis, Greg Smith, Jake Hudson and Zach Kennon.
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ACE SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE LMSC - Late Model Stock • LLM - Limited Late Model • MOD (SE) - Southeast Modified Tour MS - Mini Stock • EXT - Xtreme • SS - Street Stock • MT - Mini Truck • USAC CFF Series - Carolina Ford Focus • SGP - Southern Ground Pounders October 8 - Southeast Limited Late Model Tour/ MOD (SE Twin 25)/ TBA October 14 - Rain Date October 29 - TRUNK or TREAT/ Tour-Type Modifieds / BGS Sportsman/ BGS Street Stock November 4 - Fall Out INVITATIONAL/ USAC CFF Series/ TBA November 5 - Fall Out INVITATIONAL/ USAC CFF Series/ TBA
Strike Out Breast Cancer Presented by Reidsville Lanes 1640 Freeway Drive, Reidsville, NC 27320 October 29, 2011 Shifts at 9:30, 12:30 and 3:30
THE GO GETTERS - SUMMER CO-ED SOFTBALL "B" BRACKET PLAYOFF CHAMPS Back row- Brian Sexton, Randy Sexton, Clint Vernon, Greg Lunsford, Tommy Lunsford Middle Row - Trent Draughn, Darren Gatewood, Chris Evans. Bottom Row - Brenden Roberts, Megan Broome, Sara Vernon, Lisa Gatewood, Christina Fleck,
EDEN PARKS & RECREATION WOODEN BAT LEAGUE SEASON AND PLAYOFFS CHAMPS - NORTH STATE BAIL BONDS BANDITS Kneeling L to R - Paul LeSueur, Jody Courm, Drake Booth, Brad Martin and Brandon Frazier. Standing L to R - Greg Smith, Kenny Paschall, Dwight Underwood, Mark Underwood, Bray Kimrey, David Stepps and Al Wilkins.
Come help your community raise funds to help knock out this terrible disease, which can affect us all. Team Entry fee: $40 per 4-person team. Entry fee includes shoes, two games of bowling and refreshments. Deadline October 15, 2011 Sponsorship Levels – Gold = $500 (includes 4 team entries) Silver = $250 (includes 3 team entries) Bronze = $100 (includes 2 team entries) Friend = $50 (includes 1 team entry) Sponsor deadline October 1, 2011 Special recognition will be given to all corporate and individual sponsors. Corporations and individuals names will be included in publications, as they are made available to us. All proceeds to go directly to Annie Penn Hospital Foundation for distribution within Rockingham County. Money will be used to help those who cannot afford screening, treatments or medications that may be necessary to treat their individual situation. Annie Penn Hospital Foundation is a 501C3 Non-profit Agency. All sponsorships and team entry fees are tax deductible. Contact us via: e-mail at reidsvillelanesbowl4cure@triad.rr.com. Keith D. Patterson, Event Coordinator . Make Checks Payable to: GRCBA In the memo line insert Bowl for the Cure.
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Available NOW 1919 Model TT Draper Volunteer Fire Department Mug. (Established in 1948) This is the 2011 Edition, other will follow each year with their own unique artwork. Get yours today. This is a fundraiser for the Rural Fire Department. This 1st in the series of mugs is $15 each. This is a very limited edition, less that 100 will be made. You can get yours at the following locations: Jerry’s Restaurant, Draper Lumber, Diamonds-N-Dust, and Eden’s Own Journal. Call 635-2233 for more details.
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Sports Shorts
SUMMER CO-ED SOFTBALL REGULAR SEASON RUNNER UPS MCLAUGHLIN ENTERTAINMENT Front Row - L to R - Tracy McLaughlin, Lorrie Lemons, Kayetlan Coffey, Laketa Lowe and Kella Simmons. Second Row - L to R - Keith Frazee, Wanda Simons, Matt Tuggle, Rocky Craig and Brandon Hodge. Not pictured - Brandon Frazier.
EDEN NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK WINNERS The Eden Parks & Recreation Department hosted the NFL Punt, Pass & Kick on Wednesday, September 7th at Freedom Park. First and Second place winners were: Kneeling L to R - Isaiah Brown, Brista Vincent, Shantel Gill, Jeremiah Bridges and Jordan Sharpe. Standing L to R - Nikkie Simons, Javien Scales, Justin Phillips, Buddy Simons and Chiana Blackwell
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Till Sporting Good Lawson McCollum 144 N. Fieldcrest, Eden, NC 27288 Owner Telephone: 635-6222 Fax. 623-3318
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TAYLABUGS - SUMMER CO-ED SOFTBALL REGULAR SEASON & "A" BRACKET PLAYOFF CHAMPS Kneeling L to R - Betsy Ferguson, Robin Joyce, Kim Young, Becca Patterson, Joni Lemons and Shannon Johnson, Standing L to R - Hal Young, Blake Travis, Drake Booth, Don Johnson, and John Leseuer. Not pictured: Regina Dalton, Emily Eggleston, Renee McGuire, Travis Ramsey, and Will Robertson.
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CLASSIFIED LISTINGS APARTMENTS / HOMES FOR RENT OR SALE Adorable 2 BR Apts. available now at Woodwind Apts. No application fee, section 8 approved. Contact Shernicka, M, W, & F 9:00 am - 5:30 pm 336-349-9544 Mobile Homes For Sale Owner Fin @ 1% Ready to move in $7,500 to $38,00 Dwn $500 to $2,000 Pmts $61-$216 mo 10 yrs., Dep & Lot Rent 573-7071 / 273-4774
1, 2, 3, & 4 Bedroom Apartments / Homes for Rent in Eden area. Reasonable Rates! W/D Hookups, Some include appliances. Daytime 336-623-6948 night 336-635-1717 Apartments Available - 2BR, 1.5 ba $475 per month. Deposit & References Required. No Pets. Call Fleming Property Management at 336-627-5797
For Rent 2 BR Townhouse 1.5 Bath All Appl. Water Incl. $475 mon. 336-627-5031 ROOMS FOR RENT Rooms For Rent Utilities included $295 per mon or $395 w pvt bath $20 appl $ $130 Dep non smk & alchl Carolina Inn, Eden Bobby 623-2997
MOUNTAIN VILLA APTS. 1 bedroom vacancies Located in Mayodan, with handicap accessible units available. Section 8 assistance available. Call 427-5047. Office hours: 8 am-2 pm. Mon.- Thurs. TDD Relay 1-800-735-2962. Equal Housing Opportunity
3 Bedroom Mobile Home For Rent. NO PETS. Appliances Included. Call 336-627-7721. S E RV I C E S AVA I L A B L E CLARKS PAVING Free Estimates Asphalt • Patchwork • Seal Coating Driveways & Parking Lots 276-226-0576 PRESSURE WASHING & GUTTER CLEANING Houses, Decks, Fences for Mildew as well as Home repair and Plumbing Repair Call Dick at 336-635-1601 BUSINESS PROPERTY Office Spaces Available. $395, $725, and $1000 per month. References and Deposit required. Contact Fleming Property Management at 336-627-5797 HELP WANTED BELL RINGERS Needed Locations: Eden, Madison, Mayodan & Reidsville. Apply in Person: Salvation Army 704 Barnes St., Reidsville, Oct. 10-14, 8:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Essential functions of job: Ring The Salvation Army bell at kettle,Be consistently friendly, Be on time, Have your own transportation to kettle site Cashier/Personal Assistant Urgently Needed For more info pls contact: evanswendy69@yahoo.com PETS Free kittens..litter box trained & up to date shots. Call 336-623-7423.
WYATT AUCTIONS OCT. 2011 AUCTIONS
Estate Auction Sat., Oct. 1 - 10 a.m. Personal Property 10 a.m. Real Estate - 11 a.m. Estate Minnie Looney (deceased) 1611 Stadium Dr.
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3 BR House, Brick Call Faye Frye Realty 573-9339 For information on the house . NCAF # 861 - NCREL # 16316
Personal Property includes lots of antiques, antique china cabinet, roseville, hull, cedar chest, quilts, old coins prior to 1964 (quarters dimes, 1/2 dollars).
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WA N T E D TO B U Y I AM BUYING DRAPER PARAPHANALIA Any, but especially Draper High & Draper Airport. Look Through Your Attic, Basement and keepsakes... then call me! 336-635-5811 ITEMS FOR SALE Dark green ceramic top pedestal kitchen table trimmed in light wood with 4 matching chairs. Barely used, very well made. $400 or OBO. Also Svc for 8 International Harvester Farmland Stoneware with access. pieces. Like new; $80 or OBO 336-627-7000 Complete Home Gym. Approx 700 lbs of Olympic Weight plates, attachments and bars included. Retailed $1600, asking $800. Would be great for home or a weight-loss/gym businsess Call 336-255-7275, or 336-210-6601. 2 Electric Fireplaces 1 White & 1 Oak 55” Wide x 50” Tall x 18” Deep Remote Control $350 each 336-623-1829 40” Murray Riding Lawn Mower 1 owner. $375 Call 336-635-1601 Lazyboy Sofa-Bed. Blue, Exc. Condition. $300. Lazyboy Reclyner. Leather, swivel rocker. Dark Green. Exc. Condition. $250. 336-623-9981 Home Security System. Vivint (formerly APX) Take over payments. 2 years left on agreement. Payments $39.99 month. Would receive latest equipment at this price. Refer to 1-800-216-5232 for features or call me at 336-623-9981 for info. FREE - Various Sizes of Wooden Wire Spools and wooden pallets. Call Melissa's or Jim at 336-573-4225 VEHILCLES FOR SALE 2005 Colorado King Cab. 93K miles, Extra clean, 4 cy, air, pw steering, pw brakes, Loaded. Will concider trade. Call 336-635-1601 ‘78 Silvarado partly restored New Tires, New Exhaust, New Fender, Short Bed. Bidding Starts @ $2000, Make Offer 336-635-1601 Collectors Item! 1996 Super Sport S-10 Pickup. Only 3000 made, Rare! Original from factory, PD/PL/PS/AC, Dual Exhaust, Rally Corvette Wheels. Starting Bid $18,000. 336-635-1601 YA R D S A L E S Saturday Oct. 8 Rain or shine 418 Ewell St. Eden Turn beside Foodland on Church St. Solid wood bedroom suite, fast food collectors glasses. Stamp collection, clothes, glassware, cookware, dishes, lamps, computer desk, entertainment center, sofas, chairs, hand made baby blankets, all kinds of stuff.
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Great Stops - Popeyes Shoe Show / TanZone Chamber of Commerce Meadow Greens - Family Dollar Salvation Army Thrift Store SM&OC in Meadow Greens Morehead Memorial Hospital Eden Library J-Mart on Fieldcrest Jerry’s Restaurant Gill’s Grocery - draper Eden Corner Mart Railroad Cafe - Draper Goraya II - @ Grand Oaks J Mart - Va Ave - Aiken Park View Mart Church Street Station Goraya Food Land Quality Cleaners - Church Street Tire Max Circle Drive In Two Brothers Store - Circle My Friends Place Eden Drug Sheetz King’s Inn Pizza Cohens Tea Room Dollar Tree Chaneys Restaurant Red River Grill Curves Kings Hwy. Produce Eddie Price and Associates Kathy’s Corner Big Mikes Dick’s Drive-In Bridge Street Coin Laundry Petty’s Market Mitchells Drug - Morgan Rd Post Office Food Lion - Eden Mall Eden Mall near Yon-O Fisherman’s Galley Rio Grande Sirloin House Cunningham Tire Laynes Pharmacy And many more private businesses, offices, nursing homes and specialty locations
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Eden Senior Center 508 Orchard Ave, Eden Call 627-4711 for Information on any of the following listings: FRIENDS CLUB Every Tuesday at 10:00 at the center. We meet for lunch at a local restaurant the fourth Tuesday of each month. Anyone is welcome to come join the fun. SENIOR DANCE at the CB Hut featuring the City Limits Band. This dance is heldthe last Monday of each month from 7:00pm - 9:30pm. Adm.$5.00 at the door. Come at 6 for line dance! LINE DANCE just for fun and exercise at 10:15 every Monday. Class is free of charge. GENEALOGY CLASSLearn to explore your family history. Classes will be held Fridays at 1:30. FREE LEGAL AID Sept. 8th at 10:00am call 1-800-951-2257 to make an appointment BINGO BASH at 9:00 on Mon., Sept. 19th at the Garden of Eden Senior Center. WALKING GROUP meets at the track on Mon., Wed. and Fri. 8:00-8:30am. Come walk our track anytime! 5 laps=1mile on our Track. COME EXERCISE with us on Mon., Wed. and Fri. 8:309:00. Sit down or stand up class using resistance bands, balls and hand held weights. ROOK OR HAND & FOOT CARD GAMES – Anyone interested please come to the Garden of Eden Senior Center before 1:00pm on Wednesdays. COMPUTER CLASSES! FREE Seniors are welcome to come use our computers during times we do not have classes. CALL ABOUT OUR OTHER WORKSHOPS: Needle crafting, Crochet, Quilting, Digital Camera, Scrapbooking, Crafts, Watercolor, Painting, Bingo
Madison / Mayodan Senior Center 300 S. Second Avenue Mayodan. Inside Madison/Mayodan Recreation Dept. Building Call 548-2789, 548-9572 for Information on any of the following listings: DANCE PROGRAM: The Madison-Mayodan Rec. Dept. is now holding registration for Dance for ages 2 ? Teens. Classes: Mondays – Thursdays and will begin on September 6th. Class schedules and monthly fees vary with age and which class. Taught by experienced instructors, Deana DeHart and Elizabeth Carter. For more information, call 548-2789. PIANO PROGRAM: Piano Lessons are every Thursday, all ages, begins Sept. 8th. 20 minute one-on-one lesson with instructor, Dr. James Deere. $40.00 per month, as well as a small fee for books. Contact the Dept. at 548-2789. SENIOR TAP DANCE Registration is now open for Senior Tap Dance Lessons taught by Deana DeHart. Classes will be held on Thursdays from 1:30pm – 2:30pm. $25.00 per month for ages 55 and older. For more information 548-2789. ZUMBA FITNESS : Come and try out the exercise craze everyone is talking about – ZUMBA! Zumba combines Classes are held at a variety of times and only cost $3.00 per class! Zumba is taught by certified instructors, Britta Younts, Amy Poe and Benita Lindstrom. For class schedules call 548-2789. YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes now being offered. The present schedule for these classes is as follows: • Mon. 8:30am – 9:30am • Wed. 6:30pm – 7:30pm • Thurs. 8:30am – 9:30am • Sat. 9:00am – 10:00am $3.00 per class. The program is taught by Tabitha Southard. For more info , call 548-2789.
RCC Center For Active Retirment RCC CAMPUS - OWENS BUILDING Turn beside Tennis Courts Call 342-4261, ext 2163 • SENIOR AEROBICS Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9:30 - 10:30am RCC Room 110 Ownes Building. FREE • TRAVEL Oct. 14 - NC State Fair @ Raleigh. Oct. 22 - Blue Ridge Festival @ Ferrum, Va • RCC Center for Active Retirement Nov. 3 - Mabrey’s Mill @ Meadows of Dan, Va Nov. 15 - Southern Christmas Show @ Charlotte Dec. 1 - Southern Supreme Fruitcake @ Bear Creek Dec. 6-8 - Myrtle Beach, SC NATIONAL D-DAY MEMORIAL TRIP Oct. 27th. leave at 8am, return by 6pm. Visiting Bedford, Va., $34 adm. and trans. Must be paid by Oct. 13th.
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CITIZENS HAVE CASH OR STOCKS OWED TO THEM
Rep. Bert Jones would like you to watch in the next Eden’s Own Journal for a continued listing of Rockingham County citizens who have cash or stocks waiting for them with the state. The state does not put forth an extensive effort to find these persons or businesses. The names will be listed with the last known town they were located in. Contact the call center at (919) 508-1000 Unfortunately, there is not a toll free number available. In most cases, individuals have moved, so there would need to be proof of the former address, as well as the social security number. In the case of a death , there would need to be a death certificate and a form from the clerk of court. For stocks, individuals will be sent a form to complete. More names will follow monthly. MABE ANGELA R 213 N 6TH AVE MABE CLARENCE MICHAEL BOX 392 MABE CYNTHA 216 N OAKLAND AVE A C1 MABE DORIS J PO BOX 961 MABE JAMES E JR 315 N 4TH AVE MABE RICHARD T C/O LEONARD HUDGINS 244 QUAIL Lp MABE TRUCKING CO. 1603 MILL AVE PO BOX 1081 MABES ARTHUR W PO BOX 961 MABES JOSEPH G 307 OLEANDER DR STE C MABES LULA G 800 SUMMIT RD MACEDO TORRES EZEQUIEL 5010 EDMLELLAN ST MACHUCA RAFAEL V PO BOX 872 MACK HILDA F 200 SOUTH 7TH AVE MACK RYAN THOMAS 200 SOUTH 7TH AVE MADISON BOX 3 BOX 30 MADISON DISCOUNT JEWELRY 118 NEW MARKET MADISON ELIZABETH SMITH 307 WILSHIRE DR MADISON MAYODAN ROTARY CLUB PO BOX 557 MADREN BONNIE W 324 LAKE LE MAR RD MADREN GLENDA 141 DAVID DR MAHATHEY JARRETT 191 PILOTVIEW LOOP MAJORS SHERRY J PO BOX 61 MALLOY FRANCIS BOX 313 MALLOY HAL 103 WILSON ST MANLEY CLARENCE S 1401 COACH RD MANNS BETTY A 162 BLACK BOTTOM RD MANSFIELD ROGER 411 CASSANDRA RD MANSFIELD THOMAS R 1130 S WOODLEIGH CR MANUEL CHRISTOPHER 1478 REYNOLDS RD MANUEL DAVID L 500 FISHER RD MANUEL FARREN S 575 DAIRY RD MANUEL HARVEY 8-D MOUNTAIN VLG MANUEL KERRY ALLEN 238 ROYS DR MANUEL R 124 AMOS RD MANUEL RITA B 124 AMOS RD MANUS ROY F 138 LILLARD RD MARICHE CONSTANTINO 435 BEAR RD MARINEROCASTILLO HIGINIO PO BX 3262 MARISCAL JAIME A PO BOX 40 MARKS LINDA 148 LAUNTEN LOOP MARLOWE JACQUELINE M 145 MURRAY DR MARMOLE ELOISA A PO BOX 88 MAROLF CHARLENE 406 WALKER ST MARSHALL CORUM J JR 817 KLYCE ST 1E MARSHALL MARK 706 VELANCEY MART KNIGHTS 220 KUNTRY BOX 430 MARTIN ALYSSA N 1114 NC 770 MARTIN CAMERON D 994 LEDBETTER RD MARTIN CHARLES E 1062 FRIENDLY ROAD MARTIN CHINTA BOX 32 MARTIN DALLAS 816 MOORE ST MARTIN DANIEL C 421 SUTTON ROAD MARTIN DAVID 1302 EAST STADIUM DRIVE MARTIN GEORGE WILLIAM PO BOX 101 MARTIN HELEN J ATTN JANE KING 130 STERLING DR MARTIN JAMES III 1611 PENNROSE DR MARTIN KEDRIC 154 STERLING DR MARTIN PAMELA A 412 N W MARKET ST MARTIN PAULINE EDEN ESTATES APT 13 MARTIN RACHEL W 1062 FRIENDLY ROAD MARTIN RICKY A 307 N 10TH AVENUE MARTIN ROBERT H 450 LINDSAY ST MARTIN TARA Y 244 ANDERSON RD MARTIN WATT B GENERAL DELIVERY MARTIN WILLIAM 199 HORNER JOHNSON LANE MARTINES JOSE PO BOX 894 MARTINEZ CARMELO 680 NC HWY 150 MARTINEZ CRYSTAL H 119 SHIRLEYS TRAIL MARTINEZ RAMON H 1610 29 BUSINESS MARTINEZAGUILAR LUIS CARLOS 115 AVERY RD MARTINEZHERRERA LUIS P O BOX 385 MASON ANNA NC 87 BOX 439 MASSEY SHANNON 580 CROWDER ROAD MASSIMO PICCOLO 1102 CRES DR APT E MATKINS TRACY 1510 BALLYMENA DR MATTHEWS JOE THOMAS JR 126 GOLD FINCH DR MATTHEWS ROSE H PO BOX 3266
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We will remember... Many of us lost a special person in our lives last month when the news spread that Amanda Rorrer had passed. As I attended the viewing and a thought hit me; Amanda could have never known how much she meant to so many people, evidenced by the numbers who came to greive and comfort the family. This leads me to realize how many of us have an affect on others and never Rorrer know it. We must all begin to express what others mean to us while they are still here to hear it. Amanda’s family asked that I publish her last column, and with the deepest sorrow, I offer you her final sumbission...
Will She Remember? "In the happiest of our childhood memories, our parents were happy, too." ~Robert Brault
Will Lydia remember the summers of childhood when she climbed her favorite tree, waved to passing cars, squished berries between her fingers, and danced barefoot among the clover? When she wore her raggedy Sketchers, saving the new ones for "going out" and old Scooby Doo shirt while talking to imaginary friends in the tree. When she tap danced on a stump in the yardHer rhythm following that of the birds and bees that were so alive around her. Pointing out Cardinals, her favorite red bird, to me as I rocked on the porch and her daddy sat lounging on the swing. Will she remember the nest of tiny sparrows on our comfortable front porch and the wet lick of her favorite dog's kiss? Will she remember painting and planting and plucking? Garden vegetables that she grew and cooked and ate that were so yummy. Or her feet buried in the sand and grit of her own sandbox? What about our "pic-a-nics" at noon under our shade tree? Or shimmy to the top of the pole…"Look at me Mommy and Daddy!" We looked but flinched to see her so high. Will she remember the "ooch-ouch" song we sang when crossing hot gravel to the cool, soft grass, wet from hours of sprinkler fun in the sun? Backyard BBQs and kids running everywhere. Laughter with friends and catching fireflies at dark. Will she remember me poking holes in the jar and then laughing so hard when her new friends made their escape into the house? Or the bumble bee named Daisy that we fed fresh blooms of Rose-ofSharon and deciding to “let the bee go free” after one day. Will she remember movie nights and popcorn, camping in the living room, visits from Grandma and storms that made the hanging plants swing on the front porch. What about the day we checked the nest, only to find it empty? The babies had flown away. Will she remember climbing onto my lap and asking "What'cha writing?" When she is old enough to understand the importance of these memories, she too will have flown away. Will she remember splashing in the waves of the ocean with her daddy while mama walked the beach for shells? Late night rides on the golf cart to the strip and "slappin' hands" or sitting on the covered deck painting our nails and singing Taylor Swift songs while the smell of charcoal grills filled the air. Will she remember our daily detours to see the progress of her new school and the fading away of the old one. Or riding by my school and saying "You can't have my mama until August!" Will she remember these summer days as they slip past and bring us a season of new beginnings, a new school year, and growth? With her new dress, and prized pink shoes, I watch her ponytails flip flap back and forth. Her book bag could swallow her whole, but she carries it with such pride. The car door closes and just like that, I realize our summer is gone... But within us are the memories. -The Late Mrs. Amanda Rorrer English I and II Teacher, Morehead High School 2011
Annie Penn Hospital hosts special events • October 4,6,11,13 - Smoking Cessation Classes- Annie Penn Hospital will hold the next series of free smoking cessation classes on October 4,6,11,and 13 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Sessions will be held at Annie Penn Hospital in the Cardiac Rehabilitation classroom on second floor. Participants should attend all four sessions. To register, please call 951-4509. • October 10- Cervical Cancer Screening - Annie Penn Hospital will hold a free Cervical Cancer Screening in the Annie Penn Cancer Center on Monday, October 10th, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The screening is open to the public. Registration is required. Call Health Connect @8328000 • October 15 – Breakfast with Mickey Mouse & Friends – For children of all ages, (must be accompanied by an adult), join Mickey and friends for a fun-filled hour which will include a great breakfast for a good cause. The Annie Penn Hospital United Way Committee will sponsor
this fundraising event on October 15th, from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. in the hospital cafeteria. Cost is $10 per person, and proceeds will support the Annie Penn United Way campaign effort. For ticket information, please call 951-4628. • On October 22 The Ladies Golf Association of the Plantation Golf Club will be hosting “Rally for the Cure” golf tournament, a Captain’s Choice golf tournament to benefit the Annie Penn Cancer Center on Saturday, October 22, at the Plantation Golf Course, 190 Club House Drive in Reidsville. Both men and women are invited to play. Bring your own team or teams will be drawn based on submitted handicap. Check in begins at 8:00 a.m., with a start time of 9:00 a.m. The cost is $45.00 per person, which includes Rally donation, golf fee, lunch, mulligan, and throw. To register, please call: 336-342-6191, 336-932-0348, or 336-613-2119. • October 27 - Auxiliary Jewelry Sale – The Annie Penn Auxiliary will
sponsor a Jewelry & Gift Sale on Thursday, October 27. One-day sale from 7:00 am until 7:00 pm. Held in the Main Lobby, across from the hospital gift shop, open to the public. A wide selection of jewelry, handbags, and gifts will be available. All profits will be used to fund equipment for Annie Penn Hospital. October 27 – Annie Penn Community Education Seminar: Common Ear, Nose, Throat Maladies: Facts vs. Myths. Please join Dr. Su Wooi Teoh, M.D., ENT physician, as he discusses the myths and facts about common ear, nose and throat maladies such as sinusitis, tonsillitis, sleep apnea and ear infections that negatively impact the lives of millions. The lecture is free, and will be held in the Annie Penn Cafeteria on Thursday, October 27th at 5:30 p.m. To register, please call 336.832.8000 or visit www.conehealth.com/classes
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Corn Maze At Tuttles It’s fall, time for the falling leaves, halloween decorations, cooler weather and of course, the Tuttle Farm Corn Maze. This will be the Tuttle’s 3rd year holding the seasonal event. In addistion to the 2 huge corn mazes, there will be farm animals to view and pet, hay rides through the country, and the ever popular Cow Train for the little ones to enjoy. The train was constructed from barrels and is pulled by a Farm Gator. The children and adults alike can’t help but smile when they climb in for a ride. The pumkin patch runneth over with the future jack-olanterns for your home. There are large cut-outs of pumpkins to take your photos with. A Corn Cannon, for adults of course, to shoot the corn at
targets. And for the youngsters there is a Straw-Bale Village. There is a picnic shelter, and be sure to take home some mums, pansies, and deer corn which will be on sale. The Tuttle Farm is located just 2 miles outside Eden at 2701 NC. Hwy 35. Open to the public on Saturday and Sunday from 9am to dark, adults spend the day for $7, School age Kids are only $5. There are group rates available. Groups can come by appointment on weekdays, and they also welcome birthday parties. For Information Call: (336) 627-4261 or (336) 627-5666 or email clineberry4@triad.rr.com
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Fond Memories Riding the “Bull Named Sue” is Jason Tilley of Eden
2 stages featured music from Ricochet, Too Much Sylvia, Michael Ken, The Extraordinaires, Troublesome Highway, Real Jazz, Josh Lambert Band, and several gospel groups including Osborne Praise Band, Heanon Urban Gospel, Rich Tradition.
2011 Riverfest Memories The 2011 RiverFest welcomed thousands to the two-day event celebrating Eden’s art, history and river heritage, this year’s event was special because Eden recently earned the title of All-America City, making Rockingham County a unique one with two All-America Cities. The Southeast Tourism Society named RiverFest on of the Top 20 Events, chosen from events throughout 11 states. The Sheetz Kids Zone was a hit with the younger visitors who enjoyed games and activities, and the ever-popular gem sluice is always a great way to spend some time. Macy Hurd, 6, was crowned Little Miss RiverFest.Proud parents are Melissa & Scott Hurd of Mayodan.
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Talyn & Gavin DeHart of Eden take shelter from the drizzling rain for a few minutes.
The Judith Warren Models paraded up the street and gathered on stage for a show of some of the most beautiful dresses and girls in the area. Warren was also proud to have the replica of the Royal Bridal Gown on display in her shop.
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During Mustang Time, an additional time set aside for literature based instruction, at Holmes Middle School, Sally Jo Blackwell’s Core 1 class participated in a literature study focusing on Gary Paulsen’s book “The Haymeadow”. Based on the book, students used new knowledge and real-world applications to create paracord survival bracelets. The class enjoyed guest speaker Dr. Bill Knight who came to share his knowledge regarding education, the military and different uses for survival bracelets.
Scott hopes to strengthen Communications in County Dr. Mable Springfield Scott is Rockingham County Government’s new Public Information Officer. Her role involves strengthening two-way communications between local citizens and county government including the county website, traditional and social media, community outreach, marketing, and helping citizens better understand county policies, programs, and services. Rockingham County Director of Administration Adam Lindsay explained: “Our Public Information Officer has been working to promote transparency and clarity of government services and decisions in Rockingham County. Our system of government works best when these two elements are at the forefront. Excellent communication is critical in order to educate stakeholders about the services we provide and to include them in the decision making processes related to those services. Better communication will reinforce public trust and provide opportunity for input when we
fall short.” Scott is replacing Ginger Waynick who retired as Rockingham County’s Public Information Officer in April. A native of Memphis, Scott’s career includes: Viacom, RKO, Plough, and James Brown Radio Stations; WFMY-NEWS 2; Greensboro City Schools; Guilford County Schools; and North Carolina A&T State University (NC A&T). Prior to joining Rockingham County Government on August 8, she led communicatewithscott.com. Featured in the book, Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats, Scott serves on the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro Board, a Moses Cone Hospital volunteer chaplain, an evangelist/missionary at Wells Memorial Church of God in
C h r i s t (COGIC), and a Wednesday morning gospel coScott host on 90.1 WNAA-FM She is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists, COGIC Scholars, Leadership Greensboro, the Society for Pentecostal Studies, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Scott graduated from the University of TennesseeKnoxville with a communications degree, and from NC A&T with a master’s in Adult Education and a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies. Her husband, Paul, is a supervisor at Ball Container Corporation in Reidsville. They have two adult sons, Paul and Joshua.
The next issue of Eden’s Own Journal Rockingham County Star hits the stands November 1 - Deadline for entry into this issue will be October 24 @ 4pm • Call Us Early! 336-627-9234 or 336-613-0325
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World Habitat Day
Debra, Roger and Joy Patterson; Denise Tuggle, Director of Volunteers and Family Services; Jack Burgart, affiliate President and Nancy Tate, affiliate Executive Director. (Back l to r): Rev. Dr. Craig Bowman; Stuart Archer, Volunteer and Ron Noble, Building Team chairman
World Habitat Day 2011 is October 3, a day to emphasize that together we can eradicate poverty housing. In Rockingham County, people, businesses and municipalities converge to assist families one house at a time. Debra, Roger and Joy Patterson break ground for their house on Greenwood Street. The First Baptist Church in Eden will partner with members of their church family who are the new homeowners. Home Savings Bank has given a grant to provide the new energyeffective Icynene insulation. It will help lower monthly utility expenses. Contact the office (627-0160) to apply for a house, to make a taxdeductible donation, help build or provide refreshments.
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Eden’s Curves location at 403 W. Kings Hwy., held their official ribbon cutting under new ownership. Now owned by Alicia Keller, this local Curves was welcomed into the business community by Mayor John Grogan, Chamber of Commerce staff and members, City Councilman Jim Burnette and staff of the business. Curves is a unique circuit form of exercising for women only. “We are excited to see the people you have here, I want to welcome you for the city and wish you well,” said Mayor Grogan. Curves is open Mon. - Thurs. 7am-1pm and 3pm-7pm, Fridays 7am-1pm, and 3pm - 6pm, and Saturdays from 8am- 11am. They offer Zumba, and will soon offer a complete weight loss program. Visit the Eden location for more information or call 336-623-8003.
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TAN LAND TANNING SALON: NOW OPEN! Tan Land is located in the back of 137 N. Fieldcrest Rd. in Eden. Grand Opening of this Draper Village business in was in August. With 11 tanning beds, and workout equipment, Tan Land offers monthly, 3-month, 6-month or yearly packages. They are open Monday-Saturday, 10:00am8:00pm. Call 336-612-2305 for more information.
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Care Givers of Rockingham County, Inc. found a new home at 241 The Boulevard, Eden. A big welcome from the community was given at the official ribbon cutting of Care Givers new office. They ask that you stop by and see their new facility and hear about their volunteer services and needs in our community. Call (336) 627-3900, (336) 627-3901 or email your communications to caregiversofrockingham@triad.twcbc.com
Care Givers of Rockingham County finds new home Imagine being wheelchair bound and needing several family members to help you get out of your own home. You would feel trapped in your own home most of the time. But thanks to Care Givers of Rockingham County, Inc., many in our community have the freedom to go in and out of their own homes with ease. Mrs. Carolyn Smith, a recent client of Care Givers of Rockingham County who received a wheel chair ramp said, “I appreciate it, thank you so much, it’s just like another room to me. I’m just free to go as much as I want to go. I am thankful to you and the board, it has blessed me. Thank all the volunteers that built this; and they presented me with a bible and a prayer.” Care Givers helps provide many needed services for those in our community such as wheelchair ramps, lawn care, light housekeeping, minor home repairs, transportation, and more, all through volunteers in our own communities giving of their skills and time. Now Care Givers has their own new home located at 241 The Boulevard in Eden where they will organize services, volunteers and meetings. Care Givers of Rockingham County, Inc. held a Open House with Volunteer Recognition in August where John TerLinden, welcomed the guests and held an official ribbon cutting. TerLinden noted that two years ago Care Givers looked into purchasing this facility, and now that it is a reality they look forward to doing even more in the community. In addition, the Board of Directors Room was dedicated to the Larson Family Foundation who provided the funds for the room and it’s furnishings. TerLinden told the guests there were 215 volunteers from July 1, 2010 through June 30,
2011 and 345 clients were served in this time. These and more were welcomed to the other support programs provided by Care Givers of Rockingham County, inc. including Grandparents Raising Grandchildren and Kinship Caregivers, Lunch and Learn Sessions, Back Pack Projects, Self Management Program and Self Supportive Services, Healthy Living with Chronic Disease, Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Wheelchair Ramp Projects and Benefits Programs. Each year fundraisers are organized for the projects involved including events such as the
Helping Hands, Loving Hearts Annual Bowl-a-thon held in February. "Grandparents raising Grandchildren" Support group meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 10 a.m. at the new Caregivers Office. Volunteer Training is held the 1st Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon at the Caregivers Office. Board members were introduced in addition to President TerLinden of Madison, including Vice President Jim Huffman of Eden, Secretary Ruth Mitchell of RCC’s Center for Active Retirement in Wentworth, Treasurer Grady Shelton of Madison, Marlene Pruitt of Wentworth, David Huggins of Reidsville, Jane Sentelle of Madison, David Harris, Jr. of Eden and Dean Burgess of Stoneville who wrote the grant for Care Givers. Other very important people in Care Givers include office assitant through the senior employment program Annette Watson, Program Director Debra
Maryland, Case Manager Tonya Lowery, and Volunteer Helper Vonda Harris. TerLinden gave a short history of Care Givers which began in 1995 when a group of clergy and service providers saw the need to serve the elderly and disabled in our community. Congregations and general public came together to make it happen. Original funding came from a grant The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation who provides grants for projects in the United States and U.S. territories that advance their mission to improve the health and health care of all Americans, and a Faith in Action Grant. Care Givers is ecumenical in its outreach and the projects are kept going by funding from Piedmont Triad council of Governments, local churches, foundation grants, donations and in kind support. Volunteer and financial support is needed to make the agency the interfaith program it was intended to be, which is to assist the faith community in their local mission efforts while increasing Care Givers client base. Caregivers of Rockingham County, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which provides nonprofessional services to older and disabled individuals in Rockingham County. Services are provided by trained volunteers from area congregations and clubs with a goal of helping people improve their quality of life and remain independent as long as possible. Care Givers welcomes you to contact us if you wish to volunteer, donate, or simply have questions about our agency and our services. Call (336) 6273900, (336) 627-3901 or email your communications to caregiversofrockingham@triad.twcb c.com.
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We can come to you! The official ribbon cutting ceremony for Kim’s Pottery Studio was held in September with friends, Chamber members and city officials helping to celebrate the opening. Kim’s Potter is owned and operated by Benjamin Winslow and is located at 655 Washington St., Eden. The studio has rental space available for area potters who wish to work independently as well as adult pottery classes (ages 12 and up) and children ages 10 & 11 can be enrolled with a parent or guardian. They will host special events such as birthday parties, play dates, special days, Mommie & Me activities and Boy Scout Merit Badge activities can be individually scheduled. Open Mon-Thurs 10am -8pm, and Fri & Sat. 10am - 5pm. Call 336-2808601 for more information.
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Help may be on the way for some Rockingham County citizens thanks to a new appropriation of money for health services. At the Tuesday, September 13 meeting of the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners s, two grants of money were unanimously approved to provide for health services in the county. The first was a grant of $30,000 from the North Carolina Human Services Departments’s Medication Assistance Program. This money is to go toward helping low-income Rockingham County residents in choosing healthcare options. A second allotment of money was approved to go toward funding the School Nurse Funding Initiative. The $200,000, dispensed by the North Carolina Department of Public Health, Branch of Women’s and Children’s Health section, will support four school nurse positions in various Rockingham County Schools.
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You won’t want to miss the Annnual Veteran's Day program on November 6 at 2:00 at the Rockingham County Veterans Park in Wentworth Be sure to Mark Your Calendars!
Christian Women’s Fellowship donates food Shown here is Amanda Hatfield, Pastor of First Christian Church (DOC) delivering food to the Christian Cooperative Ministries Food Pantry. The Christian Women’s Fellowship of the church chose as their project to help stock the pantry with food to supply those in need. With the unemployment rate at an all time high, the need for these services is great one. The workers at CCM say they have to load smaller amounts in their client’s bags due to the large need for food in our area.
Funeral Homes Move Into Future With On-Site Crematorium With trends leaning toward cremation, the funeral industry is changing to keep up. Individuals and families for a variety of reasons choose cremation, but whether religious or philosophical, it is a decision that can be simpler and more natural. Recently, Wilkerson Funeral Home in Reidsville, partnered with B&L Cremation Systems, held a training session for itself and several local funeral homes that will be providing on-site cremation services now or in the near future. In all, 16 persons, 4 of whom were from Wilkerson Funeral Home itself, trained and took their test to become certified in crematorium operations. Wilkerson’s staff feels that funeral homes owning their own crematorium will offer families peace of mind that their loved ones will be handled with care, on site, never leaving the premises. Ted Hopkins of Wilkerson Funeral Home said,” Because the industry is changing, the needs and wants of people are changing, we had to change to take care of the individuals and the families we serve,” and added, “We’re doing a lot of things to really stay in tune and up to date with what’s happening in our industry.” The crematory, a selection room remodel, and a new “pet cremation center” which is in Greensboro, is part of their move into the future. Included in this major financial investment in the business, all 6 of their directors will eventually be certified to run the crematory. Others are in the process of opening crematoriums in the county, with the industry looking towards the future for everyone, keeping our loved ones nearby during our time of grief. There are laws governing the operation of crematoriums in the state, and a state inspection must occur before officially operating. Also, the Cremation Association of North Carolina Treasurer, Daniel Armstrong, said the association is compiled of area Funeral Homes in the state focusing on the concept and marketing of cremation. They provide the necessary knowledge to funeral home directors in not only the use of equipment and the processes involved, but in helping the general public in assisting in funeral cremation arrange-
ments. We have a chance to prevent our loved one’s from having to make the most difficult choices in one of the most trying times of their lives. The pre-planning of how you wish to be taken care of after death is one of the most loving things you can do for those you will leave behind. Deciding on a traditional burial or cremation, whether you want a full funeral or a graveside service, these are just a few choices that should be made by the person involved, not by those left to grieve. Your loved one’s remains can be saved, distributed, buried or there are several local columbaria that provide niches for their urns. Funeral homes can also provide a list of companies that handle the scattering of remains on the ocean or other locations; noting that you need to have permission to scatter in a public place.
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