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“Keystone Cops” raise funds for the Arts in county schools Bad economic times almost always resulted in cuts to the programs offered in our schools and communities. Everyone struggles to meet their budgets.

To put it simply, the funds just aren't available. No matter where this occurs it hurts everyone it touches.

One of the first places affected if the school systems of various arts programs; Music, art and drama classes are cut, giving priority to core curriculum classes. Remember art classes when you were in school? Were you in the marching band or performed in a play? Besides wonderful memories, these programs provide our children with invaluable learning opportunities. High school students who participate in the arts score and average of 58 points higher on their verbal SAT score and 38 points higher on their math SAT score than those students who take no art classes. Students in the arts develop problem-solving skills and an increase in creativity thinking and social skills.

Without these programs, our children will not receive the balanced education they deserve. " Readin', ritin', and 'rithmatic" May feed the mind, but the arts

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Please join us, May 31st, for our first annual Lord’s Pantry Benefit Singing.

The Lord’s Pantry feeds an average of 450 people each week and is completely supported by Church and Community donations.

As Rockingham County’s largest food pantry, this ministry has assisted literally thousands of needy homes in for over 10 years. It founder Gyp Collins, a former county magistrate began this ministry to assist men and women who were struggling financially as he saw the daily struggle in the hearts and homes of County Residents.

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The current needs and goals of the first annual Lord’s Pantry Benefit Singing are 1) to stock the pantry with non perishable food items and we are asking every person to bring at least one can food item; 2) to purchase computers which will allow the Lord’s Pantry to track current inventory and clientele to ensure that they are effective and efficient; and 3) to provide a professional multi media display to share with current and prospective supporters of this most needed ministry.

The benefit concert will be held at Pleasant View Baptist Church on Saturday, May 31st at 6:00 Continued on Page 44

H PAGE 2 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, MAY 2014 In fairness, due to all local political candidates wishing to have publicity, letters to the editor supporting one candidate are allowed only once, beyond that there will be a charge, they will be concidered advertorials.

Of course our Events of Interest section will feature events submitted for each candidate at no cost.

Letter to the Editor (and citizens) I Need Your Vote for the May 6 Primary My name is Micky Silvers, and I am running for Rockingham County Commissioner in the May 6 Primary Election. I need your vote on this date.

My governmental leadership experience spans sixteen years, where I served the Town of Madison for four years as Mayor and twelve years on the Madison Board of Aldermen. Professionally, I have held numerous managerial roles in area industries for over thirty-six years, and I hold a degree in business management from the University of South Carolina. This combination of skills has equipped me with strong budgetary experience.

My experience and involvement in local government has refined my primary focus for seeking this position—education. Improvements in education are essential for sustained economic development and future jobs in Rockingham County. My recent selection to the Communities in Schools Leadership Team by the Rockingham County Education Foundation has exposed me to issues in our education system that need solutions.

The money in our County is not mine—it is OURS. I pledge to be conservative and watchful of how Rockingham County spends these dollars. I also feel that we need to treat all people in our County with the utmost dignity and respect. We are all people helping people, and neighbor helping neighbor.

We all must pull together to make our County the best it can be.

My experience can be summarized as follows: 16 years in public service -- 4 years as Mayor of the Town of Madison, and 12 years on the Madison Board of Aldermen.

Member of Madison Presbyterian Church where I have been elected Deacon and Elder on numerous occasions. I am also a member of our church choir.

Member of the Western Rockingham Civitans, where I was Charter President when the club was founded.

Member of the Madison ABC Board. Member of the Western Rockingham Chamber of Commerce. Member of the Leadership Team for Communities in Schools. Member of Rockingham County's 911 Board.

Member of Rockingham County's Economic Development Board.

Once again, I need your vote on Tuesday, May 6.

Thanks and My Best to you all, Micky Silvers

Letter to the Editor I went to the YMCA In Eden for a workout, but I hadn't been in awhile. I was planning on going in and punching in my ID number into the machine. I was told that instead I would have to use a biometric scanner instead. This machine would scan my veins.

I asked for somebody to complain to. The lady I talked to said

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that things had changed because some young people were using other members ID numbers. I told her I wasn't one of them, and I didn't think I should be punished for their actions. She said that I wasn't being punished, and she was just following orders. So I did like everybody else, and had my veins scanned.

I am not against technology.

But, when I was younger I would go to the YMCA, show my membership card, and walk on in.

Why can't I do that now? I don't think that I should have to have my veins scanned to get a workout that I have already paid for.

At least the YMCA isn't asking members for a sample of their DNA. At least not yet.

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COUNTY WIDE OBITUARIES Hugh Madison Atkinson, 76 Randolph Leighton Agee, Jr., 95 John Franklin Aaron, 70 Marcia L. Boyd, age 71 Larry Wayne Bailey, 68 - Eden Renee Varnell Hennis Brim, 55 - Stoneville Kenneth Carroll Bullins, 50 Laura Mae Southern Bowlin, 84 - Madison Sylvia "TeeTee" Lucille Ball, 85 - Eden Helen Beatrice Gilley Bennett, 90 - Rockingham County John Melvin Bailey, 87 Roberta Artis Blackstock, 103 Sarah Ruth Woodard Byrd, 87 Marie Talton Bentley ,73 Betty Peeler Bryan, 82 Betty Kallam Church, 72 - Eden Mason Wayne Carter, 13 - Stoneville Danny Neal Clark, 67 - Reidsville Emmett Elrine Church, 82 - Eden Doris King Claybrook, 90 - Stoneville Thurmond Darnell Chandler Everett Junior Cobler, 86 Patricia Ann Garner Carson, 58 - Eden Henry Kenneth Crowder, 75 - Madison Alice “Sis” Newell Watkins Corey, 85 Gloria “Dianne” Dalton, 59 Gloria Elaine Klase Ingram Damon Ann Llewellyn Ditto, 90 William Francis Doran Elsie Evelyn Dickerson, 85 - Ruffin Grace Fulp Davis, 76 Junior Akers Doss, 84 - Madison Philbert Nixon Evans, 76 Norman Leo French, Jr., 82 - Eden Kelly Ann Feibusch, 49 Paul “P.J.” Joseph Fowler, 38 - Madison Jessie “Ann” Doss Fulk, 79 Steve Ray Felts, 52 Vaughn "Red" Pierce Grogan, Sr. 93 - Stoneville Gwendolyn Tucker Galloway, 61 - Rockingham County Elaine Joyce Goldston, 96 - Eden David “Ricky” Gentry, 54 - Mayodan Nancy Ann Greenway, 85 Rosa Jane Goins Ralph "Nick" Allen Hale, 76 Margie Hopper Haley, 88 - Madison Harold "Red" Thomas Harris, 84 - Eden Aileen McGee Howell, 96 Donald Keith Hearn, 51 - Reidsville Douglas McGhee Hawkins, 83 - Reidsville Mabel Spencer Hairston, 78 Sarah Ruth Chandler Ivarsson Hartie “Evelyn” Joyce, 92 Frances Earle Anderson Jones, 95 T. Lindsay Joines, Sr., 77 - Reidsville Katie Louise Jackson, 70 Edward B. Joyner, 65 Phillip Ray Knight, 72 - Madison Ray Franklin King, 80 Wilbur “Pat” E. Kelley, 80 Brenda Louise Lynch, 65 - Reidsville David "Lee" Lofton, 74 Wilma Smits Lowe, 98 Betty Beauford Mooney, 84 - Stoneville Audbree Leigh Miller, Infant - Reidsville Mary Virginia Freeman Mitchell, 70 Walter Lee Murray Jr., 29 - Rockingham County Richard Pera Mao, 25 Kenneth “Wayne” Murphy, 70 Mullen Constant “M.C.” Moricle, Jr., 90 - Reidsville Mavernon Ames Mansfield 76 - Ruffin Gay Dianne Dillard Martin, 54 Virginia Lowe Mack, 72 Billy Joy Manus - Reidsville Josephine Brown Neal, 71 Lillie Susan Jones Nelson, 99 Richard Douglas Owens, Sr., 81 Linda Martin Oakley, 64 - Reidsville Fred Lee Overby, 62 - Ruffin Oneida Faye Chandler Powell, 84 - Eden Joan Elizabeth Brennan Pickard, 81 - Eden Mary Elizabeth Pyron Carolyn Janette Allmon Patterson, 76 - Eden Peggy Primrose Pearce, 89 - Reidsville Jimmy Wayne Price, 62 - Reidsville Robert D. “Pete” Paschal, Sr., 78 - Reidsville Vivian Gibson Robertson, 85 - Madison Dallas Rakes, 62 - Eden Andrew "Frank" Franklin Rutledge, 76 - Eden Betty Jean Isley Rickman, 80 - Eden William Douglas “Doug” Ramseur, Sr., 86 - Madison Josephine “Mama Jo” Bolejack Rutledge, 89 James Willard Richardson, Jr., 86 Margaret Sue Terrell Rabon, 71 Dorothy Gilley Robertson, 91 - Reidsville Alvin R. "Possum" Smith , 80 - Stoneville John W. “Bud” Smith, 82 Brian Franklin Stevens, 32 Troy McKinley Stephens, 93 - Madison Timothy D. Schwarz, 42 Earnestine "Boots” Swinton JoAnne Smalley, 70 - Reidsville James Eugene Smith, 59 - Eden Patricia Mae Sharp, 77 - Madison Rick Franklin Shumate, 65 Paul Eugene Sams, 75 Evelyn Soyars Strader, 86 - Reidsville Timothy Lee Scales, 55 Blenda Thomas Shelton, 71 - Eden Kenneth Marley Sumner Ida Bell Tuttle Stevens, 81 Mary Jane Southard Southard Paul "Pete" Junior Turner, 70 - Eden Gail H. Tucker, 72 - Eden Jane Rawls Timper Larry L. Thompson, 60 Kathleen Troxler, 92 Stanley Alvin Vaught, Sr. Gloria Jean Vaden, 67 Josephine Hooker Ward, 78 Andrea Agee Woodward, 43 - Eden Gaylord Samuel Worsham Thomas "Tommy" Henry Wood, 46 - Rockingham County Robert” Willard” Wyrick, Sr, 73 Aurelia E. Wiggins Myrtle Cockerham Welch, 86 Brenda Steele Young Glory Lou Geyer Zulauf, 49 - Reidsville Lottie M. Ziglar, 88

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Richardson works with Task Force Rockingham County Commissioner Involved with Economic Development Task Force Commissioner Mark Richardson represents Rockingham County on the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) Economic Development Task Force. He

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recently attended a quarterly meeting in Raleigh regarding economic development efforts.

Richardson said: "This group identifies and acts on methods to enhance job growth in North Carolina

counties. It is a collaborative effort for joint initiatives, including partnerships between counties. The Task Force seeks to define future economic models and expansion before downturns cause fiscal hardships on citizens."

Richardson The Economic Development Task Force aims to ensure that the important role of county governments in economic development is maintained and enhanced as the State of North Carolina revises its economic development strategy. The Task Force will partner with the NC Department of Commerce and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for economic growth, the tools needed to grow North Carolina's local economies, and strategies to achieve sustainable growth for all counties.

At his inauguration in August 2013, NCACC President Ray Jeffers of Person County announced an initiative to examine and enhance the county role in economic development. “The state is completely changing how it does economic development, and I believe that counties need OME to be represented during this process,” Jeffers said. “It is critical that the state understands the different issues counties face when it comes to economic development. A one-size-fits-all approach will not work.”

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If you get voice mail, leave your mailing address and session for which you wish to register. The Community Advance Directive for the North Carolina Piedmont Triad: An Easyto-Use Legal Form for all Adults is utilized and will be sent to you when you register so you can begin reading and thinking about your wishes.

MOREHEAD MEM. HOSPITAL Preregistration is required for ALL classes unless instructed otherwise. Morehead Hospital, of Eden offers many community Education Classes, most totally free of charge to anyone. Call the following numbers for details about the listed classes...

• CHRONIC DISEASE MANG. PROGRAMS Call 336-627-0409, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., to register for the following: - Cardiac Rehab & Maintenance Morehead Hosp. Diabetes Ed. Classroom.

- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Morehead Hosp. Diabetes Ed. Classroom.

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 14 Morehead Hospital Downstairs Classroom Basic life support training for adult, child, infant, choking and AED. Cost: $25.00.

Registration is required. To register, please call 336-623-9711, Ext. 2772, or ask for Education.

HOUSE CALLS - RADIO SHOW 1490 AM • WMYN AM 11:30 a.m., 2nd & 4th Wednesday

LIVING WILLS 2:00 p.m. -OR- 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13 Morehead Hospital Main Conference Room Learn about current NC legislation related to Advance Healthcare Directives and prepare your Health Care Power of Attorney and Advance Directive for a Natural Death (“Living Will”) 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.

• ANNIE PENN HOSPITAL Annie Penn Hospital of Reidsville, offers many community Education Classes, most totally free of charge.

MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUPS - Look Good…Feel Better – Annie Penn Hosp. Female cancer patients are invited to a FREE beauty makeover.

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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.

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

• AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST MINISTRIES 241 Peter Hill Rd., Eden, NC • 336-623-1984 Pastors E. Leroy & Jacqueline Valentine Weekly Schedule: 9am Sunday - Intercessory Prayer 9:30am - Praise & Worship Service Wed. 7pm - Bible Study For transportation call 336-623-1984 on Line 4 by 7am for Sunday AM services, and before 5pm for Wed. Bible Study Looking for Word Teaching, Spirit Filled Ministry?

Come join our Church Family and experience the Lord!

• FOOD BANK EVERY FRIDAY- 11AM - 1PM STONVEVILLE PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH Hwy 770, Stoneville. Free food to all those who need it.

Also in need of a box van if anyone has one they would like to donate.

Please call 336 -455-3623 and ask for Rick

• SPECIAL VETERANS HONORARY EVENT, MAY 25TH @ 1PM New King Men Baptist Church, 811 West Ave, Eden, 627-7229 Featuring Morehead Honor Guard. 2 Guest speakers from DAV Guest singers, Bag pipes, Dinner on the grounds to follow. Everyone Welcome!

– Total Joint Education Class 2nd Thurs. of each month. Info and demonstrations to patients considering, total knee or total hip replacements. Call 951-4357.

– Alzheimer’s Support Group 2nd Mon. of month:1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in South Day Room of the Penn Nursing Center. For family, friends, and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s. Call 9514674.

– Free Diabetes Classes Tues. at 10:00 a.m. and Thurs at 6:30 p.m in Dining Room A on Annie Penn Hospital’s Ground Floor. Each class covers: Portions, labels, carbohydrate sources, carbohydrate counting, and weight management. No appt. necessary.

Jennifer Kayan, RD, LDN at 951-4673.

• DIABETIC EDUCATION WORKSHOP FOR EVERYDAY LIVING Eden Chamber of Commerce Board Room, 3rd Thurs. of every month, 3 pm. No res. necessary, FREE to the public! Pete Crouch, owner of Eden WEEKLY WELLNESS HOUR Every Wednesday at 7pm.

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Youth Concerns JUNIOR FIREFIGHTER PROGRAM The Draper Vol. Fire Department have started a Junior Firefighter Program for 16 & 17 year old, must be in high school and NC have a driver license for more information they can call 336-635-2233 and leave your name and phone number.

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.

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 SPECIAL POPULATION DANCE The Arc of Rockingham County, Inc. Dances will resume Thursday, May 8, 2014. These are held on the campus of Rockingham Community College, Whitcomb Student Center, Wentworth, NC THE ARC OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, INC. meets on at Rouse's Group Home, 5949 NC 135, Stoneville, NC. For more information call 336-6277565. The public is invited to attend.

The Arc of Rockingham County, Inc. works with and for people with cognitive, intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

SPECIAL YOUNG ADULTS 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 20 Morehead Memorial Hospital Downstairs Classroom A night for adults ages 18-45 with mild or moderate developmental disabilities to meet new friends, play games (Bingo, Uno, Dominoes), make crafts, enjoy snacks and participate in other social activities. If you know individuals who would like to attend our meetingsor for more info, call Brenda Moore at 336623-1077 or 336-613-5174 after 6 p.m.

CIVIL AIR PATROL Seeking volunteer members to perform emergency services ( search & rescue and disaster relief ops) 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.

MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUPS - Alcoholics Anonymous - 8 p.m., every Wed. Morehead Mem. Hosp.Dining Room. Open meeting - for those interested in recovery from alcoholism. For info. 336-623-2382 or 336-939-3230.

- Al-Anon - Eden - Fri’s 8pm - Joint meeting with Alcoholics Anonymous Rock of Eden Spray Methodist. Wed’s Morehead Hosp. Dining Room Circle of Love - 8 - 9pm • Alanon every Thursday at 7pm at First United Methodist Church, Eden.. Open meating.

• Al-Anon Meeting 1st United Meth Chruch - 130 Main Street, Eden Every Thursday, 7pm.

- Al-Anon - Reidsville - Tuesdays @ 7:00pm at ar Reidsville Alliance Chruch 1300 Freeway Dr., Reidsville. Sponsored by local AA group and for family & friends affected by alcoholism. Contact 336-972-6277 for info - NA (Narcotics Anon.) Meets 5 days a week at the REMMSCO Annex, 108 N. Main St, Reidsville. Includes noon meeting Monday and 8 PM meet Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat..1 hour, open to all.

FOSTER CARE & ADOPTION SUPPORT GROUP Osborne Bapt. Church Cafe/Kids Clubhouse. 1st Friday of every month: 6:30 pm. Are you a foster or adoptive family? Encouragement & support. Just interested in learning about the process?

Come and ask questions of experienced families. Community Welcome. Stephanie (336) 655-1354 MOREHEAD HOSPITAL SPONSORED SUPPORT GROUPS • Community of Hope Cancer Support 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13 Smith-McMichael Cancer Center Conference Room. Call Susie Pool at 336-623-9711, Ext. 2662.

• Look Good - Feel Better 10 a.m. - noon, Monday, May 19 Smith-McMichael Cancer Center To register, call 336-623-9713.

• Parkinson’s Disease Support Group 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 20 Morehead Hosp Main Conference Room For more information call 336-627-6199.

• TOPS - TOPS (Takes off pounds sensibly) a nonprofit weight-loss organization .

Weekly meetings last 1 hour, annual cost of joining is $28. Half-price for children 6-18 and for spouses who join together.

Please visit www.tops.org or call 1-800YEA-TOPS. Local state contact Laurasgw@gmail.com or call 919-6213613. The Eden area meets every Monday at 5:45 pm at the Central Christian Church, 233 Stadium Dr Brenda Denson 627-1086 or Pat Elske at 627-0057.

CLUBS WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB Meets 2nd Tues. each month at 6:30 at the Wentworth United Methodist Church at 6:30pm. Monnette Rich 336-9512526 or Mary Jo Boswell 336-342-4346 STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB Meets at the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. 3rd Tuesday or the month - 7pm Call Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005 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 EDEN EVENING LION’S CLUB Invites you to visit and join! Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of month at Santana’s, Eden at 6:30am.

NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES – Rockingham County Chapter 1161 – meets the 3rd Wed. of every month at the MAYFLOWER SEAFOOD RESTAURANT 1641 Freeway Dr., Reidsville, 11:30 a.m. All federal active and retired employees & spouses (including postal and military) welcome. Tom Lovell – 336-623-1081.

CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION OF EDEN New location: 912 Bethlehem Restaurant Eden. $10 at Door. Reservations required: Call Shelby Baker 939-2230 or Norma Woody 623-8807 MOPS - Reidsville MOPS - Contact Kelly at 348-1634 for more info - Rockingham MOPS - Contact Heidi at 427-2712 for more info

MILITARY GROUPS MEET • PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP - Detachment of Marine Corps League All Marines, former Marines and their spouses are invited: 2nd Thur of each mo. at 7:00 pm at the Leaksville Christian Church, 1010 Washington St., Eden. (next to Dick’s Drive In) Chet Chrismon 336-552-8760 AMERICAN LEGION POST 534 Post 534 has relocated to a permanent home. Our new location is 302 N. 12th Av. Mayodan, NC. This move changes our designation from the Eden Post to the Rockingham County Post. Our meeting date and time remains the same. The second Saturday of each month at 11:00 AM. For more info call Post CDR. C D Grant 336-520-1950.

• AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS Meets on the 2nd Sat. of each month at

9:30 AM at Post Building located at 302 N. 12th Ave., Mayodan., NC. Anyone with or eligible for the American Legion, Auxiliary or Sons of AL with a street legal motorcycle is welcome. For info call Don Laster at 336-202-9724.

• THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY meet every second Monday of every month. Chapter 63 -Agricultural Building at 525 HWY NC 65, Wentworth, (old Wentworth School.

Room 180)We have a social from 6:00 pm til 7:00 pm and the meeting starts at 7:00 pm. We provide transportation for veterans to their VA appts if needed call (336) 349-6040 and leave your info..

Volunteers Needed. If you have free time and would like to volunteer to help veterans call (336) 394-0080. We also need volunteer drivers to take veterans to their VA appointments.

• AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 2nd Saturday Of The Month at 10 a.m. at the legion. For information, call Richard at 623-8122 and leave a message.

• AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 Reidsville, Meetings the 2nd Sat. of month at 10 am (breakfast at 9am) at the post located behind Auto Zone in Reidsville. 336-347-7432 call anytime and leave message.

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

Willard (Woody) Waters at 336-635-1786 or woodyeee@embarqmail.com • DAV AUXILIARY 2nd Tuesday of month, 11 am-noon at the Agricultural Bldg in Wentworth, 525 HWY NC 65, Suite 6. Volunteers & members needed. Your membership strengthens the DAV Auxiliary.

Deborah Brady, Membership Chair— 336-573-7037/debrady@hotmail.com • “JOSHUA’S TROOPS” (Madison) Meet every 2nd Thursday of month 8:30am at the Dan Valley Com. Bldg You Do Not have to be a vet to attend.

• VFW POST 8297 Meets 2nd Sat. of each month at 961 Church St. Extention, Reidsville at 12 Noon. Call Bobby Jones for details at 336-349-7733 • VFW POST 7033 Meets 1st Tuesday of each month at 301 12th Ave., Mayodan at 7 PM. Info call Donald Bien,cdr.at 548-3431.

• REIDSVILLE PARKS & REC. ADVISORY COMMITTEE 2nd Tuesday of month at 5:30 p.m. in the first-floor conference room of City Hall, 230 W. Morehead St., Reidsville.

GENEALOGY: The Family History Center at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4751 NC 14, south of Eden, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesdays & Saturdays 9am - 12 NOON A professional genealogist attends the Tuesday morning sessions 623-7154.

GOODWILL RESOURCE CENTER GED, Intro to Computers, ESL, Adv. Computer, Employability Skills (HRD) classes Network Room, Resume assists.

• Eden - Call 336-637-1010 or 336 6233007 to reg.

• Reidsville - Call 336-637-1010 to register Employability Skills, GED Classes • Mayodan - Call 336-949-4849 to register Employability Skills, GED Classes

MEALS • 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.

MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time.

Anyone 60 years of age and over Activities, good food & fun Hot Nutritious Lunches, donations are gladly accepted if you are able.

• HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206 Site Manager-Donna Fulp • LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St., Eden Site Manager- Mildred Cochran 623-5343 • MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave., May. - 445-9840 Wanda Barnett • REIDSVILLE NUTRITION SITE Reidsville Salvation Army 704 Barnes St., 349-4923 ext. 106 • FOOD BANK Every Friday 11am - 1pm Stonveville Pentecostal Holiness Church Hwy 770, Stoneville Free food to all those who need it.

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E ve ent nts s Ev ANNOUNCEMENTS ROCKINGHAM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY RESTORE 1st & 3rd SATURDAYS: NEW HOURS 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturdays, 1 to 3 PM Mon. and Thurs.

249 The Boulevard, Eden. Tax deductible DONATIONS & PURCHASES build houses! Free large load pickup. 627-0160.

THE BARN 151 Gant Rd. Eden, N.C. Tuesday Night at “The Barn” Jame starts at 6:15, reg music at 7:00PM Saturdays at “The Barn” NO COVERED DISH SUPPER! Contact Jerry Wilson 336-706-1018 Or Debbie Wilson 336-706-2144

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SENIOR DANCES AT REIDSVILLE EVENTS CENTER Downtown Reidsville @ 223 S. Scales St. - Tuesday - Bluegrass Night 7pm - 9:30pm - Thursday - Classic Country with the City Limits Band 7pm: 9;30pm Bob or Myra Tudor at 336-342-6770.

EDEN DANCE AT CB HUT Bullet Band at the C.B. Hut on Boone Rd. Eden N.C. No alcohol and No smoking Just good fun and dancing. 7pm--9:30pm New & old country--beach--and oldies. $5 at the door. All Ages Welcome!

The second Saturday of the month.

DANCE - COLUMBIAN CENTER 1210 Old Leaksville Rd, Ridgeway, Va Doors open at 6pm, Monday & Saturday Music 7pm - 9:30 by the House Rockers For information call Wayne at 276-340-6212

2nd Anniversary Celebration!

CASCADE COMMUNITY CENTER DANCE Doors open 5:30 pm, Concessions avail.

Music every Friday night: From 7-10 pm

by Cascade Express & Friends and the 1st and 3rd Sat.night is BlueGrass. oldeleaksvillegunshop@gmail.com THE VW CLUB Volks Wagon Enthusiasts of all kinds.

Interested In Joining? We are getting up a group of enthusiasts so please Visit www.TheVWClub.com Or Call 336-8301289 Or Email info@thevwclub.com

Saturday, May 17th 9am - 3pm Refershments & Hotdogs.

Beginning May 1st earn A CHANCE TO WIN A RUGER RIFLE with each $100 purchase! Drawing May 17th at 2pm.

FACE THE WORLD FOUNDATION registering volunteer host families for international exchange students for the 2013-2014 school year. Those interested should call 910-308-9458.

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SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2014 • BLACK TIE BLUE JEAN FUNDRAISER EVENT. 5pm First Presbyterian Church in Eden. All proceeds go to The Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center located in Eden.There will be a huge silent auction as well as a huge live auction. And food from many local restaurants that you won’t want to miss!

• ROCK THE BLOCK! Fundraiser for 2014 Ralay for Life of Rockingham County.Saturday May 3rd 10am thru Sunday May 4th 2am! McMichael High School Mayodan.

• 2014 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY 70TH FINE ARTS FESTIVAL - 10am - 4pm Exhibit and Purchase, Rockingham Com. College Whitcomb Student Center.

• ONE-STOP EARLY VOTING ends at 1pm

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• 2014 ROCKINGHAM COUNTY 70TH FINE ARTS FESTIVAL 1pm - 4pm Rockingham Com. College Whitcomb Student Center. Deadline for Music, Poetry & Prose entry dates have passed. All Other Catagories entry date is Thursday, April 17, 9am - 8pm. $5 per entry. For more info call 336-344-5539 or go to www.fafarc.org

MONDAY, MAY 5, 2014 • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONER’S MEETING - Commissioners chambers, second florr at 371 NC Highway 65, Wentworth, NC. 6:30am, Public Hearings and public comment period.

TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2014 • Primary Day (polls open at 6:30 a.m. and close at 7:30pm. Last day to return voted absentee ballots (by 5pm)

SATURDAY, MAY 10, 2014

Happy Mothers Day!

• KEYTSTONE COPS for the ARTS - 2ND ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK AND BIKE RIDE Rain or Shine. Reg. 7am, Rides begin at 8am, Run/Walk begins at 10am. For online registration visit http://tinyurl.com/kcfta2014 Starts and ends at Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office 170 NC 65, Reidsville, NC .

• AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS POST 534 Raffle Drawing will be held at Eden Tractor Supply at 6pm Raffling a Huskee LT 42 lawn tractor. 2d prize is a $100 shopping card, 3rd prize is a $50 shopping card from Tractor Supply.

Tickets available at Eden and Ridgeway Tractor Supply. Ticket $5. Only 1000 tickets will be sold.

• 10TH ANNUAL SWAPFEST OF THE ROCK. COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 8am - 12 noon Reidsville Christian Church (parking lot & shelter) 2020 S. Park Dr., Reidsville, NC (Off Freeway Dr. near Reidsville High) Talk In: 147.345mhz pl-103.5. Snacks and drinks available, 2 meter mobile radio will be given away (you do not have to be present to win.)

Admission $4 in advance, $5 at gate. For advance tickets Enclose a SASE w/Payment made to RCARC before May 1. RCARC Swapfest c/o Matt Weatherford, WK40, 341 Kentuck Church Rd., Ringold, Va 24586. This is an ARRL Sanctioned event.

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MONDAY, MAY 19, 2014 • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONER’S MEETING - Commissioners chambers, second florr at 371 NC Highway 65, Wentworth, NC. 6:30am, Public Hearings and public comment period.

THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2014 Will of the People meeting 7:00pm Whitcomb Center, RCC Wentworth, NC

SATURDAY, MAY 31 MUSIC ON MONROE - 7pm to 10pm Presented by Leaksville Merchants. Historic Downtown Leaksville, FREE Concert: Music by Trial by Fire, Journey Tribute Band.Food and Fun for all!! For more information call Cindy Adams at 612-8049 • 6th Annual Beach Music Benefit 1:00 - 6:00pm At Harvest Ridge Farm 327 Service Road, Ruffin, NC Proceeds To Benefit Hospice of Rockingham County Featuring The Fantastic Shakers And Billy Smith & The Impacts Food and beverages available for purchase. (Food by 24 Blackbirds Café and Market).

No outside picnic baskets/beverages/coolers will be allowed Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the gate. For more information contact Hospice of Rockingham County at (336) 427-9022 www.hospiceofrockinghamcounty.com Or Harvest Ridge Farm at (336)344-5522.

Gate Opens at 11:30am Event Held Rain or Shine. Tickets available online from HRC or at the following locations: 24 Blackbirds (336) 394-4363, Belmont Pharmacy, 105 Professional Dr., Reidsville (336) 342-4221, Carolina Apothecary, 820 S. Scales St., Reidsville (336) 342-0071, The Cat’s Meow, 1981 US 29 Business, Reidsville (336) 634-0333, The Front Porch, 702 Washington St., Eden (336) 627-9041, Hospice of Rockingham County, 2150 NC 65, Reidsville (336) 427-9022 NewBridge Bank Branches: Madison (336) 548-1161, Eden (336) 623-9663, and Reidsville Main (336) 342-3346.

• Paint the Town Purple Benefit for Jaxon Carty , 17 month old with severe epilepsy. May 31 at Freedom Park Starts with a fun Zumba warm up at 9am, then a 5K run/walk, and following there will be a BBQ and Hot dogs lunch for participants. $25 registration (includes tshirt) Deadline is May 16th. Call Erica East at 336-280-1998 for registration.

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Low-income CenturyLink consumers may qualify for assistance CenturyLink, Inc. (NYSE: CTL) is spreading the word about low-income assistance programs that help qualifying consumers obtain reduced-price voice and high-speed Internet services.

CenturyLink participates in a government benefit program called Lifeline to make residential telephone service more affordable to eligible low-income individuals and families.

Qualifying consumers are those who meet eligibility standards defined by the Federal Communications Commission and state public service and utilities commissions. Residents who live on federally recognized tribal lands may qualify for additional tribal benefits if they participate in certain additional federal eligibility programs. The Lifeline discount is available for only one telephone line per household, which can be either a wireline or wireless telephone. For the pur-

pose of the Lifeline program, a household is defined as any individual or group of individuals who live together at the same address and share income and expenses. Lifeline service is not transferable, and only eligible consumers may enroll in the program. Consumers who willfully make false statements in order to obtain Lifeline telephone service can be punished by fine or imprisonment and can be barred from the program.

To find out more about the Lifeline program, individuals living in a CenturyLink service area can call 336-625-1006 or 877428-9290, visit CenturyLink at 405 East Dixie Drive, Asheboro, NC, or go to www.centurylink.com/lifeline. .

Or visit the government website at www.lifeline.gov, or call 1855-954-6546 to inquire about Lifeline eligibility.

In addition to reduced-price

House Of Health 641 Washington Street, Eden 336-623-1002

Medicinal Herb Walk Saturday, May 10th, 9:00 a.m.

Leave from the House of Health to drive to a nearby location $5.00 charge for the walk Limited to 10 participants; please call or email (houseofhealtheden@gmail.com) to reserve a space

County phone service, CenturyLink offers discounted high-speed Internet service starting at $9.95 per month, plus applicable taxes and fees, to eligible consumers in markets where Internet service is available. The program, known as CenturyLink Internet Basics, uses the same income and program eligibility criteria as the Lifeline and Tribal Link-Up programs and provides access up to 1.5 Mbps downstream capability.

Higher bandwidth services, where available, are offered at a comparable discount. A qualifying individual may enroll in this service plan once for a 12-month term, which may be extended on a month-to-month basis.

CenturyLink is also offering program participants an Internetready netbook computer for $150, plus taxes, shipping and handling.

In addition, CenturyLink is arranging basic computer education and technology training at no cost. The classes are being offered through community groups and senior centers, as well as schools, libraries, and other state and local institutions, in more than 100 markets throughout the country.

For more information about the CenturyLink Internet Basics program, please call 336-625-1006 or 877-428-9290, visit CenturyLink at 405 East Dixie Drive, Asheboro, NC; visit http://www.centurylink.com/inter netbasics or call 1-800-257-3212.

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National Spotlight on County’s Health Improvement Work County Health Rankings & Roadmaps Features Local Community on 5th Anniversary of Health Rankings Report Rockingham County enjoyed the national spotlight when it was featured as part of the national County Health Rankings & Roadmaps annual Rankings report for its work to improve health.

The Rockingham County Partnership for Children and Healthy Places NC hosted a local event to showcase how the Rankings & Roadmaps have contributed to local efforts to build a healthier community. The Rockingham County event is one of three such events taking place around the country as part of the fifth anniversary of the County Health Rankings, a collaborative project of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Community partners from a broad array of sectors came together to discuss how they are building a culture of health in Rockingham County. Speakers discussws how the first Rankings release in 2010 spurred the community to action and how—with the help of Healthy Places NC, the Trust’s long-term initiative to improve health in rural communities—the conversation has expanded to explore why health is more than just health care.

Speakers included: • Karen McNeil-Miller, president, Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust • Jennifer Nixon, executive director, Rockingham County Healthcare Alliance • Dee Moyer, student health coordinator, Rockingham County Schools, and Cathy DeMason, director, Rockingham County Student Health Centers • Heather Adams, executive director, Rockingham County Partnership for Children • Allen Smart, chair, Roadmaps to Health Advisory Group, and vice president of programs, Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust Rockingham County is a national example for its use of County Health Rankings to inspire community-wide collaborations that improve the health of its citizens. Rockingham County is also one of the first counties invited to participate in Healthy Places NC, an initiative that collaborates with County Health Rankings & Roadmaps locally. As part of its Healthy Places work, the Trust plans to invest $100 over 10 years in 10 to 15 rural North Carolina counties.

The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust was established in 1947 and is now one of the largest private trusts in North Carolina. Its mission is to improve the quality of life and quality of health for the financially needy of North Carolina. The Poor and Needy Division responds to basic life needs and invests in solutions that improve the quality of life and health for financially needy residents of Forsyth County. The Health Care Division promotes wellness statewide by investing in prevention and treatment. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. serves as sole trustee.

Rockingham County Community Foundation Names Student Volunteers of the Year Rockingham County Community Foundation hosted a brunch on April 5th to award four high schools students representing each of the four area high schools in Rockingham County with a check to donate to an area nonprofit of their choice. A total of $2,500 will be divided among the students. Three students received $500 each to distribute and one student receives $1,000.

This year’s award winners are: Alexis Davis – Reidsville High School; Kayla Roberts – McMichael High School; Logan Howerton – Rockingham County High School and Mercedes Rene Olguin – Morehead High School.

The 2014 Student Volunteers of the Year also awarded 2-$500 awards to Special Olympics, $500 to the Annie Penn Hospital Volunteer program and $1,000 to Meals on Wheels of Rockingham County.

Three programs added to WLOE WLOE is welcoming three new programs to its lineup this spring. @Home With ADTS will be heard on the third Wednesday of the month, hosted by Terrill Sandiford, Senior Director of Development, Aging, Disability & Transit Services of Rockingham County.

Dan Starrett, a Reidsville author, who has just released a sixth book, will bring his storytelling talents to the radio with two live programs each month, on the first and third Monday. It’s sponsored by VFW Post 2574.

Three programs air weekly. Health Talk with Dr. Matt Taylor,

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What about the County Star Weather for the Investing In Rockingham Charlie Poole County’s Quality of Life Music Festival?

Continued from Page 8 Taylor Chiropractic in Reidsville, now in its third year, on Tuesday. ‘A Lesson For Life,’ originating from Calvary Chapel Greensboro, with Pastor Chas Scott, every Thursday, and Bluegrass Time with Mike Moore on Friday.

House Calls, recorded at Morehead Memorial Hospital in Eden, with Torrey Goard, Community Health Educator, airs on the second and fourth Wednesday. Glen Johnson and Dan Apple, with Rockingham County Disabled American Veterans, host a live show on the second Monday.

All Public Access programs are heard at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., streamed worldwide, and available as podcasts.

1490 WLOE, Eden/Reidsville and 1420 WMYN, Madison/Mayodan, are Rockingham County’s only full service radio stations. All RockinghamCountyRadio programs can be heard 24/7 at RCRlive.com.

County 4-H Summer Adventures now available!

Believe it or not it is time to start thinking about what your child is going to be doing this summer. Summer is just around the corner and Rockingham County 4-H has some great programs planned!

What is your youth doing this summer? Would you like for your youth to have a safe and productive place to spend their summer days? If so, check out the Rockingham County 4-H Summer Adventures programs.

Your youth can have fun while learning important life skills! Rockingham County 4H along with the NC Cooperative Extension and United Way of Rockingham County is sponsoring the 4-H Summer Adventures Program.

The programs vary in length and cost, but all programs are very reasonable with some being free! We are offering programs for youth ages five to eighteen and you do not have to be in 4-H to come, but we bet you will want to join after you see what all 4-H offers. Each program does have a limited number of spots available so be sure to contact us as soon as possible!

Here is a summary of some of the programs we are offering this year. 4-H Investigates is back – this is one of the most popular programs where youth will become detectives to solve a “murder” mystery. They will learn techniques such as DNA

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After a terrible winter, Charlie Poole Music Festival fans may question what the weather will be like for this year’s festival June 13-14. Last year the festival was a victim of a demoralizing storm that had festivalgoers doubting whether there would be power in Governor Morehead Park, but miraculously it came back on just in time. The committed festivalgoers that spent the entire weekend with the CPMF found out that despite everything, Friday through Sunday proved to be perfect festival weather. This year we expect another perfect weekend.

So who showed up last year, besides John McEuen? There were father-son pairs, there were entire families of music lovers, couples and even some people that just stopped by to enjoy the day, scattered throughout the park. Everyone had a wonderful time and because of the selected vendors, there was something for everyone. It was awesome to be able to grab a glass of wine, a plate of barbeque, a baggie of baked goods and Charlie Poole gear, return to your seat and enjoy the live performances.

This year make sure you purchase your weekend pass well in advance. When you pack your car to come to Eden, make sure you bring some spending money, your camera, lawn chairs, something for shade and the entire family. There will be something for everyone, including the children!

For more information visit the website at www.charliepoole.com Food and other vendors will be on-site for the festival, plus a Little Ramblers children’s area, and basic camping is available free for paid patrons. Tickets are $15 for the Friday concert, $15 for all day Saturday, or $25 for a weekend pass. Further information is posted at www.charliepoole.com.

This project received support from the Rockingham County Arts Council, the NC Arts Council, an agency of the NC Department of Cultural Resources, and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a great nation deserves great art, as well as the Rockingham Tourism Board and the City of Eden.

For more information call 336623-1043.

Piedmont Folk Legacies is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the musical and cultural legacies of the Piedmont region and celebrating its influence on the development of American vernacular music, as exemplified by Charlie Poole.

Griffith named Elon Junior Scholar Haley Griffith has been named a Junior Scholar at E l o n University.

To achieve this distincGriffith tion, students must have an A average, score a minimum of 1900 on the SAT or a 29 on the ACT, demonstrate significant extracurricular involvement and be a junior in high school.

Haley is a rising senior at The Early College at Guilford and is a member or the National Honor Society. She attented Duke Model Congress in 2013 and Harvard Model Congress in January 2014 in San Francisco, California. She will attend The Governor’s School this summer.

She has volunteered at the Eden Public Library, Humane Society, has done some tutoring, and is a volunteer teacher’s assistant in the Environmental Science Dept.

at the Early College. Haley is the daughter of Libby and C.W. Griffith of Burlington and granddaughter of Bill and Nina Rodgers of Eden.

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Welcoming Amanda Kirks We now have Full Body Waxing Seeking Experienced Stylist

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Health Tips: Taking Your Meds The Home Equipment • Medication Reminders • Vaccines • Diabetes Care

Right Way

Medications can make a world of difference—if you take them the right way. Half the time, though, this doesn’t happen, at least when it comes to drugs doctors prescribe for chronic conditions.

Sometimes people miss doses. Or they might stop refilling the prescription or never get it filled in the first place. Why does this happen? Well, certainly cost or side effects of drugs can be an issue. Also, complex dosing schedules or multiple drugs can be really confusing. You might feel as though you need a multi-page spreadsheet just to keep track!

The problem is not taking medications the right way can threaten your health, increase complications, and lower your quality of life. And sometimes skipping doses can increase the risk of resistant strains of certain “bugs.”

Do you need help with taking your medications the right way? Lean on me. I can help you increase the benefits and decrease the risks of taking your medications. When we talk, it’s helpful to know about all the medications you’re taking and about any problems you’ve had in the past, such as allergic reactions or trouble swallowing.

I can also answer questions like these: • How soon can I expect to feel better? When I start to feel better, can I stop taking the drug?

• Do I need a refill, or can I stop when the bottle is empty?

• Are there any drugs, supplements, or foods I should avoid while taking this medication?

• Are there any special directions for taking or storing this medication?

• Is there a cheaper generic version available?

• What should I do if I have side effects? What are the most common ones?

• What should I do if I miss a dose?

I can also help learn how to better manage your prescriptions.

We can discuss a few tricks of the trade like these: • Make it a habit. Connect your medication routine with another well-established habit such as brushing your teeth.

• Keep drugs in sight. Put them where you won’t miss them. For example, if you need to take drugs with food, keep them on the dinner table or TV tray.

• Use dosing containers. These contain labels for days of the week and dosing frequencies.

You can find them in our store.

• Track it with technology. Options range from reminder pagers and wristwatches to smartphone apps and voice-command medication managers. We can discuss what might work best for you.

Check out our “Easy Meds” program. You can have all your medications filled on the same day each month. Therefore; you will have them available whey you need them and reduce your trips to the pharmacy.

As you can see, taking medications isn’t a time to wing it! Fortunately, I can assist you.

All you have to do is ask.

Nothing herein constitutes medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or is a substitute for professional advice.

You should always seek the advice of your physician or other medical professional if you have questions or concerns about a medical condition.

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY! Free Monthly Supply of Vitamins for Kids • Free Monthly Supply of Low-Dose Aspirin

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Rockingham County Salutes Retirees and Employee Service Recipients Rockingham County Governmental employees are here to S-E-R-V-E the community and local citizens. A total of 650 employees provide valuable, dedicated support connecting County services with County citizens.

In fact, during the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners’ recent retreat, Commissioners cited County Governmental employees as one of the main strengths of Rockingham County.

Due to the tremendous dedication of many employees over the years, the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners and County Manager saluted retiring employees and employee service recipients. The March 26th appreciation program was held at the AG Center in Reidsville.

The following employees retired from Rockingham County Government: Daphne Wilson, Social Services, 33 years Norma Blakely, Public Health, 30 years Jeffrey Strader, Sheriff’s Office, 30 years Karen Carter, Tax, 29 years Darlene Clark, Public Health, 27 years Ben Neal, Human Res., 27 years Stephanie Saunders, Social Services, 26 years Dana Taylor, Sheriff’s Office, 25 years Debra Graves, Soc. Ser., 24 years Lionel Gullett, Youth Ser., 24 years Otis Melvin, ITS, 24 years Talmadge Nelson, Public Health, 24 years Kenneth Lesueur, Sheriff’s

Office, 22 years Doris Minter, Head Start, 21 years Michael Campbell, Sheriff’s Office, 20 years Rachael Dunagan, Planning/Inspections, 20 years Mary Foster, Public Health, 20 years Odelia Mabe, Social Services, 20 years Teresa Strader, Register of Deeds, 16 years Elisa Morris, Social Services, 15 years Robert Jones, Public Health, 12 years Mildred Rabon, Soc. Ser., 11 years Sherman Watkins, Sheriff’s Office, 13 years Judy Hatfield, Tax, 12 years Pamela Sharpe, Soc. Ser., 11 years Daniel Southard, Sheriff’s Office, 10 years Marta Curry, Sheriff’s Office, 8 years Henrietta Sparks, Head Start, 7 years Elizabeth Williams, Soc. Ser., 7 years Mark Holzer, Human Resources, 6 years Brenda Clark, Public Health, 5 years The following employees received service awards for 5, 15, 20, 25, and 35 years of service to Rockingham County: Communications Jason Wood, 15 years Sharon Hamlett, 20 years Cooperative Extension Ben Chase, 15 years Economic Development Kerry Taylor, 20 years Emergency Services Keith Garner, 15 years

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Deadline to apply is April 23, 2014. For more information, call the Clerk to the Board (336) 342-8102; Email pmclain@co.rockingham.nc.us ; or apply on county website under "I Want To" http://rc.municipalcms.com/for ms.aspx?fid=472

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Red Cross Babysitting Class for youth interested in learning more about babysitting and getting certified. Healthy Kids is a program where youth will learn about getting fit, eating healthy while having fun. iDentity Camp youth will learn about different cultures, class, as well as gain awareness about disabilities and will even learn about themselves. At From the Farm to the Table youth will learn about farming and where their food comes from by visiting local farms and then preparing their own lunch! Explore It will be a blast, youth will be traveling to the Greensboro Science Center to see the aquarium, museum and zoo. At Junk Drawer Robotics, youth will gain an understanding in the basic science concepts related to robotics. This is a program for youth who love to build and design things. These are just a few of the programs being offered this summer. You can find full details in the 4-H Summer Adventures program packet.

You can find the registration packet online at: http://rockingham.ces.ncsu.edu/ or you can contact Morgan Maness, 4-H Agent by calling (336)342-8230 or by email at morgan_maness@ncsu.edu.

District Attorney Requests Information on Voter Fraud Rockingham County District Attorney Phil Berger, Jr. requested information from the North Carolina Board of Elections regarding a report that potential widespread voter fraud had occurred in the state.

The report stated that tens of thousands of incidents of voter fraud may have occurred in past elections, including 81 “zombie” voters where dead people cast ballots after their date of death.

“The integrity of our elections is essential to the very fabric of our democracy,” Berger stated. “The Rockingham County District Attorney’s Office will work with the State Board of Elections to determine if crimes have occurred, and if so, prosecute those offenders.”

Outstanding County Volunteer is Recognized The North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service has presented the 2014 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award to one recipient from Rockingham County. Award recipient is Ricky Graves of Reidsville. Ricky will be recognized at the Cooperative Extension Advisory Council Meeting on June 12 for his award.

The Governor’s Volunteer Service Award honors people who have shown concern and compassion for their neighbors by making a significant contribution to their community through volunteer service. The award was created in the Office of the Governor in 1979. e of the Governor in 1979.

American Red Cross May Blood Drive Schedule - Thurs. 05/01/14 - Sponsored by: Bethany VFD - Bethany Civic Center - 5876 NC Hwy 65, Reidsville - Tommy Ashley 951-3139 - 3pm-7:30pm - Thurs. 05/01/14 - Eden Family YMCA - 301 South Kennedy St., Eden - 349-3434 - 2pm-6:30pm - Mon. 05/05/14 - Glencoe United Methodist Church - 601 Glencoe Church Loop, Summerfield - 616-0017 - 2pm-6:30pm - Mon. 05/05/14 - Vera Holland Center - 203 East Main St., Stoneville - 349-3434 - 2pm-6:30pm - Tues. 05/06/14 - Osborne Baptist Church - 326 East Stadium Drive, Eden - 623-6064 - 2pm-6:30pm - Wed. 05/07/14 - Sponsored by Carolina House of Reidsville Reidsville YMCA - 504 South Main St., Reidsville - 349-3434 2pm-6:30pm - Wed. 05/07/14 - Rockingham Community College - (Whitcomb Student Center) - 484 County Home Rd., Wentworth - Patrick 4133331 - 10am-2:30pm - Sat. 05/17/14 - Eden UMC - 844 Eden Church Rd., Madison - Faye or Donald 949-4465 - 9am-1:30pm - Thurs. 05/22/14 - West Rockingham Middle School - 915 NW Ayersville Rd., Madison - Mrs. Fitzgerald 548-2168 - 1:30pm-6pm - Fri. 05/23/14 - American Red Cross - 3692 Hwy 14, Reidsville 349-3434 - 10am-2:30pm - Fri. 05/23/14 - First United Methodist Church - 130 Main St., Eden - Rev. Morris 635-8573 - 3pm-7pm The above schedule is subject to change. Appointments are rec-

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Free Dental Clinic at Rockingham Community College

The North Carolina Missions of Mercy will hold a free dental clinic at the Rockingham Community College Robert Keys Gymnasium, 484 County Home Road in Reidsville, NC on Friday May 30, 2014 and Saturday, May 31, 2014. Doors open at 6:00am each day. In 2011 and 2012, free clinics were held in Rockingham County serving more than 484 and 702 people respectively.

Both clinics offered a combined $640,000 worth of free dentistry.

The goal for the 2014 clinic is to serve 800 people.

Reidsville Dentist Scott Vines is spearheading this year’s clinic along with assistance from a host of volunteers who also have assisted the previous clinics.

Professional volunteers, including dentists, dental assistants, hygienists and specialists are needed to man this year’s clinic.

More than 1,400 areas dentists have been contacted thus far.

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Rockingham County, the first time they have offered such assistance. House Representative Bert Jones was instrumental in obtaining this “We are very fortunate to have the NC Dental Society's Mission of Mercy project coming back to Rockingham County.,” stated Scott Vines, DDS, Event Coordinator. “This two day clinic provides Free Adult dental care to those that truly need it the most. With The community college hosting the event on May 30th and 31st, we are working hard to make this a County wide event. The success of the clinic is contingent on both the financial commitment and volunteerism of our entire community.”

Vines wanted to emphasize that community volunteers are critical to the success of the event. More than 300 volunteers assisted during the previous clinic.

For more information on the free clinic or to volunteer your time, visit www.rockinghamcodental.org or contact Dr. Scott Vines at 336-342-1581 or scottvines@yahoo.com

Citizens urged to cover/secure vehicle loads at Public Landfill Madison, NC (April 8, 2014) - Beginning July 1, 2014, the Rockingham County Public Landfill will charge an additional $10 fee on any vehicle entering the Landfill with an uncovered/unsecured load. The fee will be paid PRIOR to leaving the scale on the way to the Convenience Center/Fill Face.

This policy is being enacted

to help reduce blowing litter on Rockingham County roads and at the Landfill. If you have questions about this, please call Solid Waste Program Manager Michael McElhare at 336-347-2025.

The Rockingham County Public Landfill, at 281 Shuff Rd. in Madison, is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday thru Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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Reidsville & Wentworth County helping mothers and children breathe cleaner air Wentworth, NC-Smoking during prenatal, perinatal, and extended post-delivery periods is extremely harmful to both mother and child. According to the American Lung Association, smoking during pregnancy is estimated to account for 20% 30% of low-birth weight babies, up to 14% of preterm deliveries, and approximately 10% of all infant deaths. Smoking during pregnancy has also been linked to more colds, lung problems, learning disabilities, and physical growth problems in children.

More alarming is when prolonged exposure to second-hand smoke is added to the equation, this result in increased risk factors and decreased quality of life for the exposed child.

Smoking during pregnancy continues to be a problem in Rockingham County. According to the 2012 Community Health Assessment, although the percentage of women who smoke

while pregnant has decreased in Rockingham County (20%), it remains significantly higher than the state (11.5%), and remarkably higher than Healthy North Carolina’s 2020 objective of 6.8%.

Rockingham County Division of Public Health recognizes this major health disparity and is committed to developing strategies to combat unhealthy behaviors and implement programs which will positively impact the barriers to healthy lifestyle changes. One of those efforts includes offering free smoking cessation classes to pregnant women, mothers and/or female caregivers of small children.

The FreshStart™ Program is an evidence-based smoking cessation program, which consist of classes held for one hour, once of week for four weeks.

Participants will receive free class material, Nicotine

Replacement Therapy (NRT) in the form of Nicorette Gum (while supplies last), and light snacks.

In addition, participants can earn up to $40.00 in gas cards by receiving a $10.00 gas card for every class attended.

The next FreshStart™ Smoking Cessation (for women only) will begin on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at 3:00 at the Rockingham County Governmental Center in the kitchen/meeting room located on the second floor. If you or a woman you know is ready to kick the smoking habit, please call Katrina R. White at 336-3428150 or email at kwhite@co.rockingham.nc.us.

Funding for this project was made possible by the Dr. Ann F. Wolfe Endowment through the North Carolina Public Health Association. ublic Health Association.

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Pictured left to right: Ball Corporation Reidsville Employees: Don Stone Maintainer; Felicia Hatcher, Operator; Terri Evans, Operator; Mike Martini, Human Resources Manager; Matt Barham, Adjuster; Brian Land, Adjuster; Mike Scarver, Maintainer (not pictured Billy Stanley, Maintainer, Jimmy Tutter, Production Manager and Mahia Hicks, Controller).

Ball Corporation Thank You! By: Michael Martini

The Wentworth Panthers, a member of the Rockingham County Youth Football League came to the Reidsville Plant to make a presentation to thank the plant for the support that Ball Reidsville has given the league and their team. Through the new volunteer program, which Ball Corporation started last year Coaches Matt Barham, Brian Land, Billy Stanley and Jimmy Tutter (all who work at the Ball Reidsville Facility) put in numerous volunteer hours and earned volunteer dollars which they returned to the league. All told, over $6000 was given to the league to purchase new equipment for the players. As any employee volunteers in the community they earn dollars to donate to non-profits in the area.

Accepting the award for the plant were the members of the Plant’s Contributions Committee (Stone, Hatcher, Evans, Scarver, Martini and Hicks) a plant committee formed to promote volunteerism within the facility, run and promote volunteer events (such as the food drive), distribute donations throughout the community, educate team members on the Ball Benevity system and help with the annual United Way Drive.

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Smoking during pregnancy continues to be a problem in Rockingham County. According to the 2012 Community Health Assessment, although the percentage of women who smoke while pregnant has decreased in Rockingham County (20%), it remains significantly higher than the state (11.5%), and remarkably higher than Healthy North Carolina’s 2020 objective of 6.8%.

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The periodic water quality preventative maintenance program will be performed to maintain water qualityin the water system. The process change is strongly recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) and the State to preserve water quality by ensur-

ing persistent disinfection levels exist in the distributionsystem.

Both chlorine and chloramines have been used safely in the United States for many years.

During this month of transition, some customers may experience temporary taste and odor changes associated with their water. Once the free chlorine gets fully into the system, water users may be aware of the taste and smell of chlorine. This is normal and will not affect water quality.

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The City will be issuing a citywide CodeRED announcement just prior to the beginning of the maintenance process as a reminder to our customers. Water users may contact the Public

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They covered two miles of roadway in two hours; picked up all of the full trash bags; and hauled them to the Rockingham County Public Landfill on Shuff Rd. in Madison.

Eleven cleanup participants collected 240 pounds of assorted waste materials and Commissioner Richardson and Tax Administrator Mark McClintock collected additional bags weighing 60 pounds.

County Paralegal Cindy Herring found the most unusual item, the statue of "Miss Rockingham County."

Cleanup participants first watched a short video on safety in order to participate. Tate said the group plans to do another cleanup effort in the summer as part of their scheduled quarterly requirements for Adopt-AHighway.

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Coordinated by Ronnie Tate and the County’s Engineering & Public Utilities Dept., they collected a total of 300 pounds of assorted waste materials.

The N.C. Dept. of Transportation recently approved Rockingham County Government for an Adopt-A-Highway Campaign.

County employees will be responsible for cleaning a two-mile stretch from the intersection of NC 87 and NC 65 Wentworth, April 7, 2014 back to the Governmental Center Rockingham County and to the stoplight at Ashley Commissioners and County staff Loop Rd.; plus County Home Rd. teamed up on Saturday, April 5, between the two highways, and for a successful first effort with Cherokee Camp Rd. the County’s Government’s More than a dozen County Adopt-A-Highway Campaign. employees participated for the

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Reidsville & Wentworth ADTS to hold Public Forums on Reidsville skat bus Aging, Disability & Transit Services of Rockingham County (formerly Council on Aging) is pleased to invite the public to two Public Forums on the coming Reidsville skat bus. Forums will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at two different times for your convenience…3:00 PM and 6:00 PM at Reidsville’s City Hall Council Chambers at 230 W Morehead Street, Reidsville.

Please call (336) 347-2287 for more information or to schedule a free ride to the meeting if you need it.

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T. Lee Covington states “this new

Reidsville skat route is the next step in our goal to create a small urban transit system that will allow Rockingham County residents to access most parts of the county.” ADTS Sr. Director of Transit Services, Meggan Odell adds, “We are excited about these forums and look forward to gaining public input into the final route.”

Aging, Disability and Transit Services is a private nonprofit agency dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all Rockingham County citizens, with primary focus on senior adults, people with disabilities

and their families. This mission is accomplished through providing an array of community services including In Home Aide (CAPDA, PCS, Home & Community Care Block Grant, Private Pay), Meals on Wheels, Meals With Friends Nutrition Sites, Adult Day Care/Day Health, RCATS Public Access Transportation, Eden skat bus transportation, Community Resource Connections, Volunteer Caregiver Services, Family Caregiver Support, Center for Active Retirement and Advocacy and Referral Services.

Students receive variety of awards During the April 21 Student Awards Ceremony, numerous Rockingham Community College students received awards and recognition for their academic excellence, commitment, service, leadership, and contributions to the college and to their communities.

“I admire all of you for your efforts,” said RCC President, Dr. Michael Helmick. “But remember, you didn’t do it alone; there were people who supported and helped you. Repay them by helping and teaching others. Share what you have learned.” Awards were given in three categories.

Student Organization Awards Criminal Justice Club – Yuri Blanco, Mary Kelly Bocanegra, Audrey Britt, Melissa Easter, Kelsey Fitch, Award for Outstanding Service to the Criminal Justice Club.

Awards and Recognition for Academic Achievement Division of Arts and Sciences – Jacob Stone, Distinguished Math and Science Student; Charise Neal, Distinguished Humanities and Social Sciences Student; Ashlyn Brogdon, Outstanding Associate in Arts Graduate; Melissa Kennon Smith, Outstanding Associate in Fine Arts Student; Robert Taylor Walker, Outstanding Associate in Science Graduate; Victoria Valdez, Outstanding Cosmetology Graduate; William Andrews, The Phil and Peggy Link Emerging Artist Award.

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Nursing Student; Mary Kelly Bocanegra, Health and Public Safety Student of the Year; Division of Workforce Development – Jamie Talbott, Outstanding Business Administration Student Phillip Brooks, Outstanding Computer Information Technology student; North Carolina Community College System Recognition – Phillip Brooks, Academic Excellence Award recipient; Anna Clifton, Natro Dove, Jose Hernadez Academic Excellence Award nominees.

Recogition of All-USA / Coca-Cola Academic Team Nominees – Phillip Brooks, Anthony Ratliff.

All-USA/Coca/Cola Academic Team Gold Scholar Anthony Ratliff.

Awards and Recognitions for Service, Co-Curricular Participation and Representation of the College Intercollegiate StudentAthlete Recognition Women’s Volleyball: Tate Andrews, Chanteona Joyce, First Team, All-Region 10, NJCAA Division III; Gloria Slayton, Second Team, All-Region 10, NJCAA Division III, Lauren Hobbs, Megan Sparks, Honorable Mention, All-Region 10, NJCAA Division III; Male Student Athlete of the Year: Sean Henderson.

Female Student Athlete of the Year: Gloria Slayton Rockingham Community College Foundation Awards – Kyle Salisbury (First Place), Vinod Mahato (Second Place), Michelle Saunders (Third Place), Essay Contest Winners; FirstPlace Contributor to the RCC Quality Enhancement Plan Marketing Video Contest: Ineka Mullins.

March of Dimes Recognition for T-Shirt Design Contest: Jessica Baron, Ephraim Vernon.

President’s Choice Art Award: Julie Friddle.

Students Named to Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities – Megan Browning, Sean Henderson, Matthew Oberg, Mihoshoty Yamaguchi.

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The next FreshStart™ Smoking Cessation (for women only) will begin on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at 3:00 at the Rockingham County Governmental Center in the kitchen/meeting room located on the second floor. If you or a woman you know is ready to kick the smoking habit, please call Katrina R. White at 336-342-8150 or email at kwhite@co.rockingham.nc.us.

Funding for this project was made possible by the Dr. Ann F. Wolfe Endowment through the North Carolina Public Health Association.

RCC to get Job Training Money Rockingham Community College could get nearly $150,000 to boost training programs for high-demand jobs like manufacturing, science, and engineering through Governor Pat McCrory’s push to reinvest millions in the community college system.

RCC President Dr. Michael S. Helmick is pleased that the state recognizes the need to invest in the community college’s efforts to train the local workforce.

“Our local industries are struggling to find well qualified workers and workers who have the skills taught by RCC. If these funds become available, we will be able to invest them at the local level and improve the course offerings at the college, thus helping meet the needs of local employers,” explained Helmick.

“This is all about putting North Carolinians in good-paying jobs as soon as possible,” Mr. McCrory said in a press release. “More importantly, the decisions on how to invest the funds will be made at the local level to directly connect the training to the area.”

Sheriff Seeks Leads in Business Break-ins and Vandalism Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office is seeking leads on two break-ins at Ararat Rock Products Company located at 11651 N.C. 770 Eden, N.C. over the past few weeks. On March 31, 2014, person(s) broke into the secured fence at the business and stole a diamond plated toolbox and a Five Ton Army Truck. The truck was recovered abandoned a short time after the report was filed.

On April 3, 2014, the plant manager reported finding that someone had broken into the secured lock and used ATVs to pry open the shop door of the business. The person(s) then cut the airlines to several of the businesses trucks, stole a GPS unit out of one of the trucks and busted a light.

Anyone with information about these break-ins and vandalisms is asked to call the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office at 336-6343232 or Rockingham County Crime Stoppers at

RC Education Foundation Honors 2014 Champions for Education By: Marilyn D. Payne

Two local corporations were honored by Rockingham County Education Foundation on Friday April 4 as the county’s first CHAMPION FOR EDUCATION award recipients.

“Home Savings Bank and MillerCoors LLC support many educational efforts in Rockingham County. We are proud and honored that they also generously support the work of Rockingham County Education Foundation. They have been highly instrumental in helping us accomplish our work of building our community’s economy by increasing education and workforce preparedness,” commented Jim Burnette, RCEF Board Chair.

Awards were presented at the Education Foundation’s inaugural Champions for Education gala and fundraiser. Mrs. Texie Needham of the Reidsville Banking Center received the award for Home Savings Bank. Mr. Del Boothe of Eden accepted the award for MillerCoors.

Rockingham County Education Foundation has become a strong leader in education since its founding in 2008. It is widely known in North Carolina for its success in strengthening post-secondary education through its college adviser program in each high school. Since 2009, scholarship awards for community and 4-year education has increased from $9 million annually to as much as $18 million.

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Madison/Mayodan Stoneville RCS Bands honored as well as students make All-State Band RCS Bands, Choirs and Soloists Score Superiors - Two Students Make All-State Band Throughout March several Rockingham County Schools’ middle and high school choirs and bands participated in the North Carolina Music Educators’ Association (NCMEA) Music Performance Adjudication (MPA) events held in various locations throughout the state.

Middle and high school bands and choirs are rated, by other experienced high school, college, and retired choir and band directors, on a stage performance as well as being able to read a music selection at sight. Students could also participate in a solo event.

We are pleased to announce the schools and individuals who received superior ratings at the event: Solo Contest: Western Rockingham Middle School: Kelsei Gann, Nathanael Pierson, Trista Taylor, Michaela Rutledge, Anay Chavez-Cruz, Brandon Cool, Kassandra Collins, and Sydney Stanley: Dr. Bev Vaughn, Director

Choirs: Holmes Middle School 6th Grade Chorus and 7th Grade Girl’s Chorus: Eric Johnson, Director. The Morehead Singers: Joshua Cheney, Director (Superior in sight-singing) Bands: Rockingham County Middle School 8th Grade Band: Brian Otter, Director. Morehead High School Concert Band: Sean McClure, Director. Rockingham County High Concert Band: Donald Dohm, Director All-State Honors Band: Additionally, McMichael High had two band musicians qualify to audition for the NC All-State Honor Band on Saturday, March 15. Caleb Cardwell auditioned and earned

7th chair trumpet, and Daniel Jeffries auditioned and earned 2nd chair euphonium. This means that these two students are 7th and 2nd best high school musicians in the state on their respective instruments. This is Caleb's first selection the AllState Band, and this is Daniel's 2nd consecutive year earning a spot in the band. The two musicians will attend the North Carolina Bandmasters Association (NCBA) All-State Honor Band Clinic at UNC on May 2 - 4 where they will rehearse and perform a concert with the best musicians from across the state.

Congratulations to all of RCS’ soloists, bands and choirs!

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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 14 Early Childhood Initiative. Partnering with the Rockingham County Partnership for Children, Rockingham County Library and Rockingham County Schools, this initiative coordinates educational services for young children with a special emphasis on early childhood literacy. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library is a key element to this initiative.

RCEF has most recently joined with Rockingham County Schools, Reidsville Area Foundation and Communities in Schools of NC to pilot Communities in Schools at Holmes and Reidsville Middle Schools. Services to the schools have begun with a visit from the Choice Bus, an experience in which students explore possible conclusions or results determined by their choices, such as friendships or educational attainment. Plans for the program include school-wide and individual services with a goal of helping students stay in school, increase their academic standing, make wise choices in life and education, and determine their post-secondary and career paths.

For more information concerning RCEF’s initiatives and program support, visit www.helprockinghamstudents.org or call 336937-5930.

N.C. Unemployment Rate Drops Again as 20K New Jobs Added North Carolina’s unemployment rate fell to 6.3 percent in March as employers added more than 20,000 new jobs across the state, according to data released Friday by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The new jobs mean North Carolina saw the second largest increase in employment in the nation, while the state’s unemployment rate is at a more than five-year low just one month after it fell below the national average for the first time since March 2006.

Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) issued the following statement in response to the news: “Today’s report showing North Carolina saw the second largest jobs increase in the country is just the latest encouraging sign that our economy is moving in the right direction, thanks to the tax cuts and balanced budgets enacted by Republicans in the General Assembly. In the upcoming short session, we’ll remain focused on policies to empower the private sector to create more new jobs and get even more North Carolinians back to work.”

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Please join us at King Memorial Baptist Church, located at 811 West Avenue, Eden, NC as we honor our veterans on Sunday, May 25th at 1:00 PM at the Church. Please take a day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice that we may worship freely today in America. This will be a service that you won’t forget saluting the Stars & Stripes, the soldiers and God, who are very much alive and in our hearts. Activities include: Special Musical Performances, Guest Speakers and the Morehead High School Honor Guard. A memorial slide show honoring past and present veterans will be shown. Free food will be served for all that attend immediately following the program.

Anyone wanting to get involved or to have names or pictures of your family members included in the slideshow should contact: Ray Pruitt at 336- 637-6548 or Amy Fuller at 336-708-2936. E-mail the church at KMBCEDEN@gmail.com.

Rockingham County’s “Will of the People” win again

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The protests began within days of learning that a private company, PBK, wanted to build a landfill (trash dump) very near the Dan River in Rockingham County. The very active grass roots members of Will of the People protested loudly against this at every County Commissioner meeting. Again, they brought in experts to report what a travesty this would be to the citizens. PBK sued the County and lost their case in Superior Court. They appealed the case which took months before being heard by the Court of Appeals.

On Wednesday, April 2nd the Court of Appeals unanimously upheld the opinion of the Superior Court. Since it was a unanimous decision it cannot be appealed to a higher Court. PBK can request an appeal but it is unlikely it will be granted. The members of Will of the People chalk this down as another victory for the citizens of the County.

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4-H Youth Win at District 4-H Activity Day Contests

4-Hers at District 4-H Activity Day at Surry County on April 12, 2014. Hope Lawson, Haley Lawson, Lorrie Norwood, Willow Gatewood, Emily Guill, Ashland Pruitt, Skye Gatewood and Kylie Huffman (Logan Baldwin not pictured).

On Saturday, April 12, Rockingham County 4-H youth competed at the North Central 4H District Activity Day in Surry County. Rockingham County 4H was among youth that were from the 19 surrounding counties in the district. The top two competitors in each presentation category get to move onto the NC State 4-H Presentations Contest in June in Raleigh. Rockingham County had five presenters with three of them being first time presenters at District Activity Day which is a big accomplishment!

All of our 4-Hers gave very pro-

fessional presentations and we are proud of them all. The participants were Lorrie Norwood, Willow Gatewood, Kylie Huffman, Skye Gatewood and Emily Guill.

Rockingham County 4Hers’ results were as follows; Lorrie Norwood won gold in Horse 14-18 age group. Willow Gatewood won gold in Small and Companion Animals 11-13 age group. Kylie Huffman won silver in Arts and Communication 9-10 year old age group. Emily Guill won bronze in Forestry and Wildlife 14-18 year old group.

Skye Gatewood participated as a cloverbud 5-8 year old. Lorrie Norwood, Willow Gatewood and Kylie Huffman all qualified for the NC State 4-H Presentations contest which will be held in Raleigh in June.

Also during District Activity Day there was a talent show which we had three participants.

Logan Baldwin was showing her talent by clogging. Emily Guill and Willow Gatewood composed and sang a song called ‘Just Have Faith.’ Their talents surely shined through!

The last contest that was held during the event was 4-H Fashion Revue. We had three contestants participate in the junior division. Hope Lawson, Haley Lawson and Ashland Pruitt sewed a garment and then wore it in the fashion show. They were judged on sewing and the fitting of the garment. Ashland Pruitt won second place in the junior division and received a gift card for fabric to help get her started on her next project!

Congratulations to all of our 4-H youth - you made Rockingham County proud!!

For more information about 4-H in Rockingham County contact Morgan Maness, 4-H Agent at 336-342-8230 or morgan_maness@ncsu.edu.

12th Annual Piedmont Pottery Festival The City of Eden will host the 12th Annual Piedmont Pottery Festival on Saturday, June 7, 2014 from 9:00am to 4:00pm at 220 Kingsway Plaza, King’s Hwy in Eden, NC. This event has always featured the finest in handcrafted pottery from across North Carolina and southern Virginia. There are several new potters to make this popular event even more attractive to attendees who come from across the Triad and southern Virginia each year.

Lots of old favorites are returning. The festival will also

have some returning potters who have not done the Eden show in several years. New potters include: Burned Earth Pottery – Oak Ridge Nature Speaks/GG’s Pottery – Madison Dave Newell –Greensboro This year, potters will come from Greensboro, Julian, Lynchburg, VA, Browns Summit, Rutherfordton, Seagrove, Thomasville, Forest City, Troy, High Point, Archdale, New London, Lexington, Colfax, Madison, Reidsville, Eden, Eagle

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County’s Major Accomplishments & highlights in 2013 From the State of Rockingham County Annual Report 2013

The following information is straight from the County Manager’s State of the County report concerning major accomplishments and highlights of 2013.

NEW FACILITY GROUNDBREAKINGS • New Western EMS Base located in Mayodan groundbreaking (December 2013) •Board approves new 911 PSAP Site selection - groundbreaking (July 2013) • New Madison-Mayodan Public Library Under Construction (611 Burton St., Madison)

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CELL PHONE & BROADBAND COVERAGE • The County now has an agreement in place with AT&T and Verizon to collocate on our tower in Wentworth. This should greatly enhance cell coverage in this underserved but, vital area of the County.

• The agreement provides a revenue stream to the County of over $3,000.00 per month.

• Cell coverage should be in place by March of 2014.

• 85% of Rockingham County covered with basic broadband • Business & Technology Center pushing existing providers to increase their coverage throughout County SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAM INTEGRITY • Department of Social Services Program Integrity – focused efforts on preventing and eliminating fraud with the assistance of the public, community partners, Crime Stoppers Hotline, and Local Law Enforcement.

• Total retention (incentive) returned to Rockingham County as of December 2013 $36,558.64 • Effective February 2012, the

Board of County Commissioners approved DSS to upgrade a position to Program Integrity Investigator. By shifting one FTE in the County’s Indirect Cost Plan, DSS will be able to submit for reimbursement the salary and benefit costs of the position of approximately 50%.

• From Feb. 2012 through Dec. 2013, the PI Investigator has successfully collected $234,143.97.

The average monthly collections have been $10,180.17.

• Since February 2013, a total of 39 Warrants have been issued, 8 cases successfully prosecuted, 13 cases pending additional Court action, and 18 Warrants are pending Service by the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Department for January 2014.

APPOINTMENT OF NEW TAX ASSESSOR • Appointment of Mark McClintock as Rockingham County Tax Assessor/Collector • Term: March 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 HIRED NEW HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR • Jaime Joyner accepted the position of Human Resources Director in 2013 – officially

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• Three different functional areas are now a one-stop shop for thorough Planning, Inspections, Water/Sewer, and Environmental Health services.

COUNTY PROJECTS & INITIATIVES 2013 PROJECTS COMPLETED WESTERN EMS BASE • Project was completed in midDecember of 2013.

• Project was completed under budget, including building and furnishings for the building.

• Building is now occupied and in use by EMS personnel.

• Old facility in Mayodan is been reassigned to the Town of Mayodan.

LANDFILL GAS GENERATOR • The generator project was completed in November of 2013.

• The generator is operational and generating power back to Duke Energy’s grid.

• Rockingham County is receiving revenues from the sale of electricity to Duke Energy.

• Revenue from the sale of energy – carbon credits.

BRIDGE & RIVER SIGNAGE • In a joint effort with NCDOT, the County completed the bridge signage project.

• This project involved identifying all County bridges that span major rivers, making signs that show the bridge or road name along with GPS coordinates, and having the signs installed on the bridges.

• There are over 20 bridges that now have signs to assist citizens and 911 in case of an emergency.

• This is a “first of its kind” project for North Carolina.

• The signs were constructed by the County’s addressing and sign division and installed by NCDOT staff.

EMPLOYEE OPINION SURVEY Information from employees about ways to maintain and improve working conditions for county employees will be furnished to County Management for consideration.

• Discussion began 10/30/2012.

• Survey questions selected 11/19/2012.

• Employee electronic survey Completed 3/27/2013.

• Responses from employees Completed 4/19/2013.

• Report received from surveyor Completed July 2013.

• Survey results discussed with individual departments – Completed August 2013.

• Implementation strategies provided to manager by department Completed August 2013.

County Star Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life Continued from Page 16 As reporter Brian Ewing of the Greensboro News – Record reported in 2010 “In the last six months, Will of the People, local grass-roots political movement, dramatically changed the makeup of the Board of Commissioners, defeated a long – serving state Representative and put a stake through the heart of the stalled economic development project Horse Park of the South.”

The grass – roots group was founded in January, 2009 by local attorney, Thomas S. Harrington when the County increased property taxes on the residents that in some cases was as much as 40%. The group protested and packed a meeting that had to be held at a local school.

Commissioners dropped the reevaluation. It was finally completed that year in accordance with state deadlines.

The group’s philosophy is “No person is fit to sit on a governing board who does not recognize that the will of the people is the fundamental law of free government” Thomas S. Harringon After that victory, the group demanded more transparency from the commissioners and that the board members should listen and respond to the citizens at every meeting. With the group’s support in 2010, two sitting commissioners lost their reelection and were replaced by two candidates the group had vetted. The group also vetted candidate Bert Jones and he won his battle in 2010 receiving 56.01% and Nelson Cole receiving 43.99% over Democratic state Rep. Nelson Cole. Will of the People’s next victory came in February, 2010 when commissioners voted 3-2 to end the county involvement in the Horse Park of the South.

The county had already spent over $2 million dollars of the taxpayer’s money on what the group felt was folly, estimated at the time to cost $27 million.

The group was then in a position to work somewhat with the commissioners. This was cinched in the 2012 elections when two more commissioners lost their reelection and were replaced with candidates vetted by Will of the People.

For the first time in decades the Democrats lost control of the Board of Commissioners. Then came the change in the County Administration.

When the County Manager, Attorney and Accountant all left their positions they were replaced by an Administration that is available to the citizens and work under the guidance of the Board instead of vice versa.

In the past three years, the group has been involved, had a

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The Scrap Exchange Visits New Vision School New Vision School was excited to have The Scrap Exchange from Durham come for a 3 hour workshop on Friday, April 4. The Scrap Exchange is a company in Durham that collects industrial discards from business in North Carolina and the surrounding states. They bring in hug barrels of the “stuff” for students to choose from and then create art. The students went down the row of barrels “shopping” for interesting objects, fabrics and materials and brought them back to tables to staple, tie or tape. Using their creativity, students planned and executed amazing creations….and had a fabulous time while doing it! Students, staff and parents were excited to participate in this awesome experience. This was made possible because of the Keystone monies that were given to all Rockingham County Schools this year for arts programming!

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All students who sold at least one case of candy during the school's fall fundraiser could attend the assembly. After numerous cancellations due to harsh winter weather, the BMX Bike Show finally arrived. This fast-paced,

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Lunch with Cops at Moss Street and South End Elementary Schools A group of Reidsville City Police officers dropped in on Moss Street Elementary on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 just in time for lunch. The local PD called the event “Lunch with Cops.” The officers visited both Moss Street and South End to spend time and get to know the children in the area. The officers were treated with a delicious hot meal while the students got to

learn more about the police and their role in our community. The students had plenty of questions and one important request. They asked for a K9 visit to the school.

Captain Ellison said he would return for more of these educational events. The schools welcome our law enforcement leaders and look forward to more opportunities to build positive relationships with them.

Williamsburg Elementary Fifth Grade Students Visit Washington, DC On March 13-14, 2014, fifth grade students from Williamsburg Elementary School visited Washington, DC. Among the places visited were Arlington National Cemetery, the US Capitol, all the memorials along the National Mall and the Smithsonian Museums. The students, staff and chaperones all had a very fun learning experience.

Lincoln Elementary Fifth Graders Visit the Nation’s Capitol The 5th graders from Lincoln Elementary traveled to our nation’s capital on March 19, 2014. Highlights of their three day trip were visiting the White House, Capitol Building, National Cathedral, Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, Arlington National Cemetery, as well as all of the major Presidential and War Memorials. The students from Lincoln learned a great deal and represented Rockingham County very well.

Keystone Foods Earth Day Project Raises Money for Local Elementary Schools Last September Keystone Foods asked employees to donate unwanted clothing items for an Earth Day project. Many employees turned in TShirts that were recycled into 3 quilts. The quilts were raffled off raising $425.00. Keystone Foods matched what the quilt raffle raised, for a grand total of $850.00. The funds raised were then donated to the Backpack Programs at Williamsburg Elementary and Moss Street Elementary - each receiving $425.00. A big Rockingham County Schools, “Thank you” to Keystone Foods for supporting our local schools!

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County School Features Draper Elem.

Students Learn a New Meaning of “AR”

The 65 students at Draper Elementary who made their Accelerated Reader (AR) goal for the 3rd six weeks were amazed by the collection of reptiles that the CCSB Reptile Rescue, Rehabilitation & Adoption Center resented on March 22. Before holding and touching the reptiles, the students learned about each reptile.

CCSB is the largest reptile rescue and rehabilitation center in North Carolina. Chad and Christina Griffin owns and operates the center in Winston Salem. Currently they have about 200 reptiles that they have rescued and/or rehabilitated.

Along with the pythons, Lemon Drop and Sunshine, the students were able to hold or touch an alligator, crocodile, a ball snake and turtles. They were able to see rattle snakes, cobras and gila monsters.

The shed skin of a 20 foot anaconda was stretched across the gym floor so students and teachers could see how big the snake can get.

The students gained an appreciation for the animals and learned that “AR” means Accelerated Reader and Awesome Reptile. Mr. Griffin explained that although we should be cautious with snakes, they have their jobs in nature. To learn more about the CCSB visit http://ccsbreptilerescue.webs.com.

Students Participate in ACDA Honors Choirs Five students from Rockingham County Schools (RCS) participated and represented RCS and NC at the American (ACDA HS): Ms. Ann Pratt, McMichael High Choral Director, with Choral Director’s Association Mattie Wingfield, Garrett Wilson & Cory Lockhart from McMichael (ACDA) Southern Division High School before the American Choral Directors Association High Conference in Jacksonville, Fla, School Honor Choir concert on March 8, 2014 in Jacksonville, Florida March 5-8, School (directed by Ann Pratt) 2014.

Mattie Wingfield - 10th Out of over 1,500 students who auditioned from 13 grade, McMichael High School southern states and Puerto Rico, (directed by Ann Pratt) Students rehearsed for four congratulations to the following RCS students participating in the days under the direction of a nationally known choral cliniACDA Honors Choirs: Junior High Honor Choir cian, culminating in a concert before an audience of thousands. (grades 7-9): The American Choral Brandon Cool 7th grade, Cool Shelton Western Rockingham Middle Directors Association (ACDA) is a nonprofit music-education organization whose School (directed by Bev Vaughn) Dillon Shelton - 9th grade, McMichael High central purpose is to inspire excellence in choral music through education, performance, composiSchool (directed by Ann Pratt) tion, and advocacy.

High School Honor Choir (grades 10-12): Congratulations to these talented RCS students Cory Lockhart - 10th grade, McMichael High (and their directors)!

School (directed by Ann Pratt) Garrett Wilson - 10th grade, McMichael High

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2014 North Central District 4-H students enjoy Teen Retreat In March, 2014, seven Rockingham County teen 4-Hers attended the North Central District 4-H Teen Retreat at Betsy Jeff Penn 4-H Camp.

Rockingham County 4-Hers; Lydia Ryan, Mackenzie Swift, Erika Padron, Lorrie Norwood, Hannah Hale, Emma Hale and Danielle Ryan attended the event.

They attended the event with 19 other county 4-H members. The youth held a district wide business meeting, attended workshops, elected new district officers and had the opportunity to experience camp activities such as canoeing. Youth learned about voting and running for office.

Lorrie Norwood ran for District 4-H President and had a great campaign during the retreat.

They attended workshops on dog training, environmental

science, agriculture, teamwork and self-confidence. Lydia Ryan taught a workshop on dog training techniques. Then our youth participated in a camp scavenger hunt along with having a dance to end the day. The day ended around the campfire singing camp songs and making smores!

Our 4-Hers learned valuable skills such as communication, team work, leadership, critical thinking and much more.

We are so proud of all of our Rockingham County 4-Hers for their hard work during the North Central District 4-H Teen Retreat. You all represented proudly through participating, running for office and teaching a workshop.

For more information about 4-H contact Morgan Maness at (336)342-8230.

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Mad Scientists at Central Elementary On April 1, 2014, Central Elementary hosted a Mad Scientist Program for students and their parents. The mad scientists provided exciting, interactive activities making laboratory science fun for kids. All guests and participants enjoyed a pizza supper before moving to their grade-level presentations. Teachers Tammy Robertson and Laura Springs used a Bright Ideas Grant provided by Energy United to fund Central's Mad Scientist event.

WRMS 7th Grade Student Receives Victor E. Bell Scholarship Congratulations to Brandon Cool, 7th grade student at Western Rockingham Middle, for receiving the Victor E. Bell Scholarship awarded by the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC). To receive this scholarship, a student must be: a 7th grade student, an resident of North Carolina, have a need for the scholarship, have no suspensions or expulsions from school and demonstrated above average performance by having all A’s/B’s and performing at above grade level on EOG Reading and Math tests. The late Victor E. Bell was committed to CFNC and its mission of assisting NC students in paying for higher education. He wanted to provide opportunities for students who would later on in life help North Carolina.

Bell toured the state to get contributions for this fund. After Bell passed away in 2005, the trustees of CFNC established the Victor E. Bell Scholarship in his honor.

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good relationship and worked with the Board to make Rockingham County a better place to live and work. Taxes have not been increased in the past three years, businesses have been encouraged to come to the county; costs to the taxpayers have been cut just to mention a few successes. In 2013 the group presented educational speakers to the public such as Dr. Timothy Daughtry, Ysiu Hlong of the Montangard Society, Clarence Henderson, Shane Krauser, Bill Flynn and more. The topics ranged from immigration to the Constitution of the United States. Will of the People is an example of what can happen when a group of dedicated citizens form together to make better choices for themselves and their neighbors. The group maintains an email list and uses a phone tree to keep the members informed of their monthly meetings and information. Thomas Harrington and Dot Bush give all the credit for the victories to the members of Will of the People. Without their dedication of attending monthly meetings, county commissioner meetings and school board meetings, nothing would have been possible. The public is encouraged and welcomed to attend the monthly meetings. To learn more about Will of the People, you can visit their website www.willofthepeoplerock.com and their face book page. You can also call Thomas Harrington’s office or Dot Bush for more information.

DRBA First Saturday Outing On Popular Section of Smith You're invited to participate as the Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) celebrates the arrival of Spring with a float on Saturday, May 3 on the most popular section of the Smith River-Marrowbone Creek Access to Mitchell Bridge Access in Henry County, Virginia.

Meeting at 10:00 a. m. at the Richard P. Gravely, Jr. Nature Preserve, 2525 Eggleston Falls Road in Ridgeway, Virginia (36.611067, -79.817712), the group will set the shuttle and launch canoes and kayaks at the nearby access point. The 3.5-mile "blueway" Smith River Trails section, rated Class 1-2, is suitable for novice paddlers. Coordinator for this First Saturday Outing is DRBA board member, expert paddler, and Three Rivers Outfitters co-owner Mark Bishopric. Boat rentals and shuttle are offered by Three Rivers Outfitters, 336-627-6215, www.3-r-o.com. For the first half mile of the trip, the river flows alongside the Gravely Nature Preserve's high bluffs where paddlers can glimpse the Rhododendron Trail. As the name implies, the path winds through a rhododendron thicket as it hugs the river's edge. About a mile farther on, Leatherwood Creek enters from river left. Paddlers may choose to enter the wide mouth of the creek and take a leisurely side trip upstream to observe spring wildflowers and birdlife. Early American patriot Patrick Henry, for whom both Patrick and Henry counties are named, lived on a large plantation near the headwaters of Leatherwood Creek from 1779 1786. Just below the mouth of Leatherwood Creek is a broad rounded boulder in the middle of the river. Known locally as "Lunch Rock," it makes "a perfect spot to stop for a break," according to "An Insider's Guide to the Smith River," DRBA's detailed river guide available at www.danriver.org. Henry County, in partnership with DRBA, has made the Smith River accessible to the public in recent years by building public access points at eight new sites along the river, including the Marrowbone Creek Access, which opened in 2007, and Mitchell Bridge Access, built in 2009. Participants are invited to linger after the outing to enjoy the Gravely Nature Preserve, part of the county's "greenway" Smith River Trail system, which was dedicated in April, 2008. Developed by DRBA and Henry County, with funding from The Harvest Foundation, the 75-acre preserve features two miles of interpretive trails. Historic features include early twentieth-century tobacco barns and the Burgess Family cemetery, reminders of former owners of the property.

Industrialist, civic leader, and archaeologist Richard P. Gravely, Jr. owned the property in the late twentieth century and left instructions for its preservation as a wildlife and nature conservancy. The preserve now hosts educational and recreational events for all ages, including day camps, fitness walks, historic presentations, workshops, after-school programs, and geo-caching. Participants in the outing are asked to bring boat and paddles, life jackets, lunch and water, to dress in layers of artificial (quick-drying) fabric and to sign a waiver. To reach the Gravely Nature Preserve from US 220 south of Martinsville, turn east at a traffic light onto Old Sand Road. Cross the US 58 overpass and immediately turn left onto Eggleston Falls Road. Travel about two miles to the preserve, which is on the left, across from the foot of Old Mill Road. Outings and meetings of the Dan River Basin Association are open to the public without charge.

For additional information about the outing, contact Mark Bishopric, 336-627-6215, mbishopric@3-r-o.com.

For information about activities and membership in DRBA, visit www.danriver.org.

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Mad Scientists at Central Elementary On April 1, 2014, Central Elementary hosted a Mad Scientist Program for students and their parents. The mad scientists provided exciting, interactive activities making laboratory science fun for kids. All guests and participants enjoyed a pizza supper before moving to their grade-level presentations. Teachers Tammy Robertson and Laura Springs used a Bright Ideas Grant provided by Energy United to fund Central's Mad Scientist event.

WRMS 7th Grade Student Receives Victor E. Bell Scholarship Congratulations to Brandon Cool, 7th grade student at Western Rockingham Middle, for receiving the Victor E. Bell Scholarship awarded by the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC). To receive this scholarship, a student must be: a 7th grade student, an resident of North Carolina, have a need for the scholarship, have no suspensions or expulsions from school and demonstrated above average performance by having all A’s/B’s and performing at above grade level on EOG Reading and Math tests. The late Victor E. Bell was committed to CFNC and its mission of assisting NC students in paying for higher education. He wanted to provide opportunities for students who would later on in life help North Carolina.

Bell toured the state to get contributions for this fund. After Bell passed away in 2005, the trustees of CFNC established the Victor E. Bell Scholarship in his honor.

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good relationship and worked with the Board to make Rockingham County a better place to live and work. Taxes have not been increased in the past three years, businesses have been encouraged to come to the county; costs to the taxpayers have been cut just to mention a few successes. In 2013 the group presented educational speakers to the public such as Dr. Timothy Daughtry, Ysiu Hlong of the Montangard Society, Clarence Henderson, Shane Krauser, Bill Flynn and more. The topics ranged from immigration to the Constitution of the United States. Will of the People is an example of what can happen when a group of dedicated citizens form together to make better choices for themselves and their neighbors. The group maintains an email list and uses a phone tree to keep the members informed of their monthly meetings and information. Thomas Harrington and Dot Bush give all the credit for the victories to the members of Will of the People. Without their dedication of attending monthly meetings, county commissioner meetings and school board meetings, nothing would have been possible. The public is encouraged and welcomed to attend the monthly meetings. To learn more about Will of the People, you can visit their website www.willofthepeoplerock.com and their face book page. You can also call Thomas Harrington’s office or Dot Bush for more information.

DRBA First Saturday Outing On Popular Section of Smith You're invited to participate as the Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) celebrates the arrival of Spring with a float on Saturday, May 3 on the most popular section of the Smith River-Marrowbone Creek Access to Mitchell Bridge Access in Henry County, Virginia.

Meeting at 10:00 a. m. at the Richard P. Gravely, Jr. Nature Preserve, 2525 Eggleston Falls Road in Ridgeway, Virginia (36.611067, -79.817712), the group will set the shuttle and launch canoes and kayaks at the nearby access point. The 3.5-mile "blueway" Smith River Trails section, rated Class 1-2, is suitable for novice paddlers. Coordinator for this First Saturday Outing is DRBA board member, expert paddler, and Three Rivers Outfitters co-owner Mark Bishopric. Boat rentals and shuttle are offered by Three Rivers Outfitters, 336-627-6215, www.3-r-o.com. For the first half mile of the trip, the river flows alongside the Gravely Nature Preserve's high bluffs where paddlers can glimpse the Rhododendron Trail. As the name implies, the path winds through a rhododendron thicket as it hugs the river's edge. About a mile farther on, Leatherwood Creek enters from river left. Paddlers may choose to enter the wide mouth of the creek and take a leisurely side trip upstream to observe spring wildflowers and birdlife. Early American patriot Patrick Henry, for whom both Patrick and Henry counties are named, lived on a large plantation near the headwaters of Leatherwood Creek from 1779 1786. Just below the mouth of Leatherwood Creek is a broad rounded boulder in the middle of the river. Known locally as "Lunch Rock," it makes "a perfect spot to stop for a break," according to "An Insider's Guide to the Smith River," DRBA's detailed river guide available at www.danriver.org. Henry County, in partnership with DRBA, has made the Smith River accessible to the public in recent years by building public access points at eight new sites along the river, including the Marrowbone Creek Access, which opened in 2007, and Mitchell Bridge Access, built in 2009. Participants are invited to linger after the outing to enjoy the Gravely Nature Preserve, part of the county's "greenway" Smith River Trail system, which was dedicated in April, 2008. Developed by DRBA and Henry County, with funding from The Harvest Foundation, the 75-acre preserve features two miles of interpretive trails. Historic features include early twentieth-century tobacco barns and the Burgess Family cemetery, reminders of former owners of the property.

Industrialist, civic leader, and archaeologist Richard P. Gravely, Jr. owned the property in the late twentieth century and left instructions for its preservation as a wildlife and nature conservancy. The preserve now hosts educational and recreational events for all ages, including day camps, fitness walks, historic presentations, workshops, after-school programs, and geo-caching. Participants in the outing are asked to bring boat and paddles, life jackets, lunch and water, to dress in layers of artificial (quick-drying) fabric and to sign a waiver. To reach the Gravely Nature Preserve from US 220 south of Martinsville, turn east at a traffic light onto Old Sand Road. Cross the US 58 overpass and immediately turn left onto Eggleston Falls Road. Travel about two miles to the preserve, which is on the left, across from the foot of Old Mill Road. Outings and meetings of the Dan River Basin Association are open to the public without charge.

For additional information about the outing, contact Mark Bishopric, 336-627-6215, mbishopric@3-r-o.com.

For information about activities and membership in DRBA, visit www.danriver.org.

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County School Features New Vision School’s Annual Math Fair

The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra Performs for RCS Students On March 28, Rockingham County Schools’ 3rd and 4th grade students were honored to fill the Reidsville High auditorium to experience the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra.

The Greensboro Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Nate Beversluis, performed the program “American Voices!” featuring works from Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copeland, Charles Ives, George Gershwin and more. The 3rd and 4th grade students across Rockingham County Schools enjoyed witnessing a professional, classical music performance from one of NC’s most treasured musical organizations!

New Vision School’s 11th annual Math Fair was held on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at New Vision School. There were a total of 116 projects, 29 K-2 projects and 87 grades 3-5 projects, with 131 students participating. Elaine McCollum and Bob Wyatt, Rockingham School Board Members judged the projects.

For each grade level, students received trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place and a ribbon for Honorable Mention.

Following is the list of winners per grade level and their teachers in parentheses.

Kindergarten 1st - Kinsey Hill and Luke Stinnett (Holland) 2nd - Emma Bumgarner (Belton) 3rd - Emily Berger (Belton) HM - Kaitlin Bumgarner (Williams)

1st Grade 1st - Macy Joyce (Blaney) 2nd - Camryn Graves (Bailey) 3rd - Ryan VanPoots (Blaney) HM - Bianka Sola (Bailey)

2nd Grade 1st - Tie: Michael Bucy (Campbell) Jackson Berger (Campbell) 2nd - Paul Widerman (Campbell) 3rd - Tie: Lexi Mabe (Huff) Jasmine Hawkins (Turner) HM - Dylan Lambert (Campbell)

3rd Grade

DMHS Students Compete in NC TSA State Conference Win Chapter of the Year On March 23-25, 2014, students from McMichael High (DMHS) competed at the NC TSA (Technology Student Association) State Conference in Greensboro, NC. There were over 1,000 participants from middle and high schools throughout the state. Students spent countless hours after school preparing for their events and their work did not go unnoticed.

Congratulations to the DMHS TSA Chapter for being awarded NC Chapter of the Year for 2013-2014.

Additionally, congratulations to the DMHS NC TSA students for their following accomplishments: • 1st Place: KidWind - Grant Hundley and Derek Gaffney • 1st Place: Vex Robotics Driver Skill - Hunter Gilmore and Jeremy White (qualified for 1 of 7 spots at the TSA Nationals in Washington DC this June) • 2nd Place: Vex Robotics Tournament - Hunter Gilmore, Jeremy White, Aesha Ahmed and Imran Ahmed • 2nd Place: Architectural Renovation - Benito Gonzalez, Manuel Gomez, Juan Gomez and Johana Nunez • 2nd Place: Dragster Design - Lupe Rodriguez

1st - CJ Holland (Biggs) 2nd - Ayden Zook (Biggs) 3rd - Charlie Holt (Whitten) HM - Faith Duncan (Biggs)

4th Grade 1st - Tie: Jacob Swisher (Lenk) Madison Land (Landreth) 2nd - Tie: Matthew Bucy (Landreth) Mary Kathryn Shultz (Landreth) 3rd - Tie: Alan Shaw Reese Riner (Lenk) Hayden Cardwell (Landreth) HM - Anna Hicks (Lenk) Kiley Joyce (Landreth)

5th Grade 1st - Hunter Roberts (Tilley) 2nd - Emiley Nance (Tilley) 3rd - Tie: Lauren Tuttle (Tilley)

Spencer Stott (Trent) HM - Tie: Jada Ore (Trent) Tyler Holland (Tilley)

Seventh Annual Catch the Reading Bug Reading Festival The Rockingham County 7th annual “Catch the Reading Bug” Reading Festival was held at Holmes Middle School on March 22, 2014. The Rockingham County Reading Association puts on this event each year with the focus of literacy and family involvement.

Despite the challenges of changing location, weather and Saturday school the event was incredibly successful. There were a total of 657 participants and 190 volunteers, adults and students. All of this in just a 3 hour time!

All Rockingham County elementary schools, the Rockingham County Schools (RCS) Parent Resource Center, the RCS Elementary Art Teachers, RCS’ Exceptional Children’s Department, and several community agencies sponsored a table that was connected to a children’s book. There were 25 tables for parents and children to visit and come away with something useful. Over the past 7 years the activities have become so creative and engaging for the families taking part.

At the end of the conference, participants are asked to complete a festival evaluation survey. The make and take activities are the clear favorite when looking at festival evaluations. Participants also mentioned the positive enthusiasm of the teachers and volunteers - how wonderful to know that families felt so welcomed.

This truly is a community event and would not be possible without help from all of the many volunteers, schools and community partners. The Rockingham County Reading Association expresses their sincere appreciation to all the participants, volunteers and sponsors (with donations over $2,500) who made this year’s festival such a successful event.

Huntsville Elementary Students Win Honorable Mentions in Music K-8 Cover Contest Congratulations to Huntsville Elem. students Jordan Burnett, kindergarten, and Zachary Burnett, 3rd grade, for being selected as Honorable Mention winners in the “Music K-8” Cover Contest. Jordan and Zachary are two of eight winners who represent North Carolina. Winners were selected from entries all across the U.S., Canada and Austria. “Music K-8” is an online music magazine that provides music and articles for K-8 music teachers and students.

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County School Features County High School Students to Attend 2014 NC Governor’s School Five students, from Rockingham County Schools, have been selected to attend the 2014 Governor’s School of North Carolina.

Wentworth Elementary Annual Career Day

Student: His/her high school: Subject area of focus:

Wentworth Elementary recently held their annual Career Day. Children from kindergarten to 4th grade saw several presenters from a variety of career clusters. The following companies and parents participated in helping the school make this event successful: Tarheel Towing, Amanda Perkins (school nurse), Judge Stan Allen, Culinary student Renea Myers, Rockingham County Sheriff's Department, Wentworth Fire Department, Jenny Barber (dental hygienist), Emily Lovings (cosmetologist), Grayston Farms, the Fire Marshal's Office, Duke Power, Clerk of Court (Mark Pegram), Agricultural Department (Pat Jones), and Kim Julian (computer teacher for school system).

The kids came dressed as a future career choice. Students had fun while exploring career options.caption

Morehead High EV Team Competes in National Challenge On April 4-6, Morehead High’s (MHS) Electric Vehicle (EV) team participated in the EV Challenge at the North Carolina Center for Automotive Research facility in Garysburg, NC. The EV Challenge is an annual competition between schools nationwide who convert conventional automobiles to operate solely on electric power.

The EV Challenge consists of several competitions: Vehicle Range, Vehicle Acceleration, Vehicle Autocross, Vehicle Design, Oral Presentation, Electrical Troubleshooting, Electrical Jeopardy, and School initiative.

Morehead brought their "new" 2001 Chevrolet S-10 placing second in overall vehicle design and

third in the range and distance event. The competing team members were Matthew Bailey, Isaac Hopkins, Tanner Johnson, Max Collins and Travis Scales.

Matthew Bailey played an instrumental role in winning second place in vehicle design. Fifty percent of the vehicle design points are awarded based on the student’s ability to explain how the electric vehicle was built and how it works. Tanner Johnson drove the Electric S-10 43 miles in the distance event which brought home third place. Isaac Hopkins turned in back to back 13 second runs in the acceleration event. Congratulations to MHS’ EV team!

(Governor’s School West) French • Nancy Goodes, Reidsville High, 11th grade, English (Superintendent’s Choice) • Shelby Spencer, McMichael High, 11th grade, Social Science (Governor’s School East) • Megan Blackwell, Reidsville High, 11th grade, Theater • Kathryn French, Spencer Cardwell Rockingham County High, 11th grade, English • John Cardwell, McMichael High, 11th grade, Instrumental Music: Trumpet The Governor's School of North Carolina is a summer residential program for intellectually gifted high school students, integrating academic disciplines, the arts, and unique courses on each of two campuses. The curriculum focuses on the exploration of the most recent ideas and concepts in each discipline, and does not involve credit, Blackwell tests, or grades.

The Governor's School is the oldest statewide summer residential program for academically or intellectually gifted high school students in the nation. The program, which is open to rising seniors only, with exceptions made for rising juniors in selected performing/visual arts areas, is located on two campuses of approximately 300 students each: Governor's School West at Salem College in Winston-Salem (est. 1963), and Governor's School East at Meredith College in Raleigh (est. 1978).

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New Vision Kindergartners Technology Day New Vision kindergartners welcomed Mr. David Bates of X9 Technologies into their classroom Friday, March 28, 2014. The presentation included robotics technology demonstrations, hands-free games and using a 3D printer!

Students were given a project to complete in class - to put together a flashlight using pieces, that contained the New Vision logo, that were made from the 3D printer. Students were inquisitive and enthusiastic!

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Donates Easter Egg Baskets and Books to Dillard Elementary Students Members of the Sigma Chi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity donated Easter Egg Baskets and books for every Kindergarten - 2nd grade student at Dillard Elementary on Tuesday, April 15, during Dillard's Spring Celebration.

Members of Sigma Chi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and Mrs. Chestnut(principal) with students from Ms. Gentry's 1st grade class.

MAY 2014 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 25H

The “Choice Bus” Visits Holmes Middle School

McMichael High Stem Students Visit Aviation Centers McMichael High (DMHS) STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) students along with Technological Design students visited both TIMCO Aviation and Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) Aviation on April 10, 2014. At TIMCO students were able to view heavy maintenance of large commercial jet aircraft. The tour, led by TIMCO Vice President, Kip Blakely, was very up close and informative. Students observed the TIMCO aircraft seats, which are designed in NC and made in Davidson County, being installed into aircraft as an upgrade. Students also toured the Aviation building of GTCC where they flew aircraft on a simulator, learned about many different propulsion systems and sat inside the cockpit of a full-size Boeing 727.

Students at Holmes Middle received a visit from the “Choice Bus” on April 11, 2014. The “Choice Bus” takes students through a 25-minute interactive presentation designed to show the relevancy of education to

career choices and lifetime earning potential. Midway through the presentation, a full scale replica of a prison cell is revealed. It’s a powerful demonstration of how education - and the lack of education - is connect-

ed to making good or bad choices. During the presentation, The Choice Bus staff leads students in discussions about the importance of education, choosing friends wisely, avoiding gangs, being respectful to others and having a career interest. Students learn several eye-opening facts about education: • High school graduates earn more than high school dropouts • College graduates earn a million dollars more over their lifetime than high school dropouts • High school dropouts are more likely to spend time in prison than high school graduates • 75% of prisoners are high school dropouts The Choice Bus message is powerful: a good education leads to a lifetime of opportunities and a lack of education will likely lead to a lifetime of despair and hardship. NC Representative Bert Jones also stopped by to support the Choice Bus. The Choice Bus presentation was sponsored by Communities in Schools (CIS).

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Senior students in the Proficient and Advance Visual Arts classes at RCHS cut the ribbon to open the "Art through the Ages" exhibition viewing.

Rockingham County High Holds Art through the Ages Exhibition On April 14, Rockingham County High proficient and advanced visual arts classes held “Art through the Ages” - visual recreations of artistic masterpieces throughout the history of art. Visitors were encouraged to bring their smart phones and tablets to embark in a studentgenerated, mixed-media learning experience about important artwork and artists from 1891 AD to 1967. Using a time line of art

history as a guide, students recreated artistic masterpieces using a variety of media. Visitors explored the oil painting “I and the Village” by Marc Chagall, "The Nike of Samothrace" sculpture, "Persistence of Memory" Surrealist Painting by Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol’s “Cambell’s Soup” painting and approximately 30 other historical relics.

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Settlement… Lawyer and the three kick rule An Atlanta lawyer went duck hunting in rural Tennessee. He shot and dropped a bird, but it fell into a farmer's field on the other side of a fence.

As the lawyer climbed over the fence, an elderly farmer drove up on his tractor and asked him what he was doing.

The litigator responded, "I shot a duck and it fell in this field, and now I'm going in to retrieve it." The old farmer replied. "This is my property, and you are not coming over here."

The indignant lawyer said, "I am one of the best trial attorneys in Georgia and, if you don't let me get that duck, I'll sue you and take everything you own."

The old farmer smiled and said, "Apparently, you don't know how we do things in Tennessee. We settle small disagreements like this with the Tennessee Three-Kick Rule." The lawyer asked, "What is the Tennessee Three-Kick Rule?" The Farmer replied. "Well, first I kick you three times and then you kick me three times, and so on, back and forth, until someone gives up."

The big-city attorney quickly thought about the proposed contest and decided that he could easily take the old codger. He agreed to abide by the local custom.

The old farmer slowly climbed down from the tractor and walked up to the city feller. His first kick to the shin had the lawyer hopping around on one foot when suddenly the farmer planted the toe of his heavy work boot into the lawyer's groin and dropped him to his knees.

The barrister was flat on his belly when the farmer's third kick to a kidney nearly caused him to pass out. The lawyer summoned every bit of his will and managed to get to his feet and said, "Okay, you old coot now it's my turn."

The old farmer smiled and said, "Naw, I give up. You can have the duck."

THINGS YOU WOULDN'T KNOW WITHOUT MOVIES??

-It is always possible to park directly outside any building you are visiting.

-A detective can only solve a case once he has been suspended from duty.

-If you decide to start dancing in the street, everyone you bump into will know all the steps.

-Most laptop computers are powerful enough to override the communication systems of any invading alien civilization.

-It does not matter if you are heavily outnumbered in a fight involving martial arts - your enemies will wait patiently to attack you one by one by dancing around in a threatening manner until you have knocked out their predecessors.

-When a person is knocked unconscious by a blow to the head, they will never suffer a concussion or brain damage.

-No one involved in a car chase, hijacking, explosion, volcanic eruption or alien invasion will ever go into shock.

-Police Departments give their officers personality tests to make sure they are deliberately assigned a partner who is their total opposite.

-You can always find a chainsaw when you need one.

-Any lock can be picked by a credit card or a paper clip in seconds.

-An electric fence, powerful enough to kill a dinosaur will cause no lasting damage to an eight-year-old child.

-Television news bulletins usually contain a story that affects you personally at that precise moment you turn the television on.

RETIRING FARMER A retiring farmer needed to rid his farm of animals in preparation for selling his land. So he went to every house in his town. To the houses where the man is the boss, he gave a horse. To the houses where the woman is the boss, a chicken was given. He got toward the end of the street and saw a couple outside gardening. "Who's the boss around here?" he asked. "I am." said the man. "I have a black horse and a brown horse," the farmer said, "which one would you like?" The man thought for a minute and said, "The black one." "No, no, no, get the brown one." the man's wife said. "Here's your chicken." said the farmer.

COUNTING HIS AGE When a new child visited our Sunday school, the teacher greeted him and asked his age. The little boy held up four fingers. "Oh, you're 4," said the teacher. "And when will you be 5?" The child stared at her and after a few seconds replied, "When I hold up the other finger."

NEW SCHOOL COUNSELOR Sandy began a job as an elementary school counselor and she was eager to help. One day during recess she noticed a girl standing by herself on one side of a playing field while the rest of the kids enjoyed a game of soccer at the other. Sandy approached and asked if she was all right. The girl said she was. A little while later, however, Sandy noticed the girl was in the same spot, still by herself. Approaching again, Sandy offered, "Would you like me to be your friend?" The girl hesitated, then said, "Okay," looking at the woman suspiciously.

Feeling she was making progress, Sandy then asked, "Why are you standing?here all alone?" "Because," the little girl said with great exasperation, "I'm the goalie!"

WHERE ARE YOU FROM The cowboy lay sprawled across three entire seats in the posh theatre.

When the usher came by and noticed this he whispered to the cowboy, "Sorry, sir, but you're only allowed one seat." The cowboy groaned but didn't budge. The usher became more impatient. "Sir, if you don't get up from there, I'm going to have to call the manager. The cowboy just groaned. The usher marched briskly back up the aisle. In a moment he returned with the manager. Together the two of them tried repeatedly to move the cowboy, but with no success. Finally, they summoned the police. The cop surveyed the situation briefly then asked, "All right buddy, what's you're name?" "Sam," the cowboy moaned. "Where ya from, Sam?" With pain in his voice Sam replied... "the balcony."

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The new family in the neighborhood overslept and their six-year-old daughter missed her school bus. Her father had to drive her. Since he did not know the way, he said that she would have to direct him to the school. They rode several blocks before she told him to turn left, several more before she indicated a right turn. This went on for 20 minutes - left, right, right, left - but they finally reached the school. Then her father realized they were only five blocks from home. Much annoyed, the father asked his daughter why she'd led him around in such a circle. "That's the way the school bus goes, Daddy," the child explained. "It's the only way I know."

HANDWRITING ANALYSIS A five year old boy joined a new school. His new teacher asked, "can you read and write?" He replied that he could write but not read. The teacher handed him a pencil and paper and told him to write his name. He looked at the paper for a few seconds before scribbling on one of the lines.

"What does that say?" asked the teacher? "How would I know, I can't read!" exclaimed the boy.

THE NEXT ONE A young couple brought their first baby home, a darling little girl. After a few days of dealing with the dirty diapers, the wife suggested that her husband should try his hand at the smelly task. "I'm too busy, Honey," he replied. "But don't worry; I'll do the next one." Two hours later 'the next time' came around and she asked again. "I'm too busy, Honey," he said again. "Don't you worry; I'll do the next one."

Again a couple of hours went by and the diaper needed to be changed again. Again the husband declined. "You keep telling me you'll do the next one," his wife complained. "But every time she needs a new diaper you won't change her!" The husband looked puzzled, and then smiled.

"Oh! I meant the next baby!"

SLEEPING JUROR A lawyer was well into a lengthy cross-examination of a witness when he stopped and said, "Your honor, a juror is asleep." The Judge ruled, "You put him to sleep; YOU wake him up."

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@Home With ADTS

By Terrill Sandiford Senior Director of Development, Aging, Disability & Transit Services of Rockingham County

What’s in a name? Well it all depends on whose name and the perception of those who know anything about the name.

A former colleague shared with an audience, “Perception is reality.” Think about that statement.

It’s true. Your perception of someone, something, an organization, etc., is, in effect, your reality.

Aging, Disability & Transit Services of Rockingham County (formerly Council on Aging) is a name people have grown to know over the span of 40+ years. The perception of ADTS? It’s a good one. “Your organization is doing great work, and it’s an organization we need in our county,” someone recently told me. And sometimes people are not on target at all. “You guys sell alarm systems, right?” Answer: “No, we don’t.”

The mission of the organization is to help people in Rockingham County, with a focus on senior adults, people (18+) with disabilities and their families. The vision? All people in our community are valued and supported to reach their full potential through a variety of services and information needed to remain an active participant in the community. A closer look… ..we’re in the business of helping people in a variety of ways. We help senior adults and adults with disabilities stay in their homes instead of being sent to live somewhere else.

With the elderly population expected to double over the next 25 years and already-existing waiting lists, ADTS is striving to meet the growing demand for services while constantly looking for opportunities to support unmet needs. With a volunteer force of almost 385 people, we are able to be in the community serving people and families in need. And, in many cases, adding a smile to someone’s day.

Here’s a quick run-down of the major divisions/programs that respond to the needs of our community: In-Home Aide Services, Nutrition Services, RCATS/skat bus – Public Access Transit, LEAF (Life Enrichment and Friendship) Adult Day Center, CAP/DA Case Management, @Home Assisted Living, Companion Care Services, Center for Active Retirement, Volunteer Caregiver Services and CRC – Community Resource Connections.

Let me dive deeper.

In-Home Aide Services provides assistance with personal care needs of people age 60 years or older, as well as helping adults with disabilities.

Nutrition Services include “Meals on Wheels” with multiple routes across the county. 41,000 meals were delivered last year.

“Meals with Friends” offers a hot, nutritious meal and wide variety of activities. In 2013, 295 people were served through “Meals with Friends.”

RCATS (Public Access Transit Service) provides safe

and reliable transportation services to contracted agencies and the general public. Typical destinations include medical facilities, rehabilitation and treatment centers, training, employment, grocery shopping and more. In Eden, the skat bus service provides a “fixed route” throughout town with a variety of stops and convenient “on/off” locations.

The LEAF Center provides a safe, caring environment for adults who need daily supervision, socialization and assistance with activities of daily life. This facility caters to older adults as well as adults with disabilities.

Services are designed to provide a much needed break for family caregivers.

Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA) and PCS are Medicaid programs designed to give adults (18+) who are at risk of unwanted nursing facility placement the option of remaining safely at home. @Home Assisted Living is exactly what it says, a bundle of services YOU need to remain in YOUR home. If you are considering a nursing home or assisted living facility, @Home Assisted Living may be the answer you've been looking for.

Companion Care Services offer non-medical, supportive care that provides a broad range of services, including, but not limited to, supervision, social interaction, medication reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to and from doctor’s appointments, errands and more. Companion Care encourages and supports independent living.

The Center for Active Retirement provides opportunities for Rockingham County senior adults (55 or older) to enhance their quality of life through a variety of fin and engaging activities.

Volunteer Caregiver Services play a vital role in helping older adults and people with disabilities maintain their independence. A ride to the doctor?

A yard full of leaves? Volunteer Caregivers can help.

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requested service.

Community Resource Connections (CRC) provides information about local resources for older adults, caregivers, individuals with disabilities and professionals.

There is a wide variety of programs and services offered by ADTS. What started in 1973 “to promote the well-being of the County’s older citizens” has blossomed into an organization that provides programs and services to support independence and participation in the community. We are “people centered” in all that we do.

Who is Terrill Sandiford?

My family moved to Eden in 1978. Flash forward to 1988, I graduated from Morehead High School, served four years in the United States Air Force and one year in the Army Reserves, before moving back to Eden in 1995. I worked at Holmes Middle School during the day, and attended college classes in the evening. I graduated from UNC Greensboro in 2002, worked in public relations for a year, and then transitioned into non-profit work.

I was introduced to the nonprofit world in 2003. I loved non-profit then, and I love it now.

Development (fundraising) is challenging, fun and rewarding all at the same time. I say all this to say WE NEED YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT to do what we do at Aging, Disability & Transit Services. Your taxdeductible gift can help in many ways. And, the best part… ..100% of your gift stays right here in Rockingham County.

Thinking long-term?

I would love the opportunity to meet with individuals, groups and organizations to discuss planned giving and your legacy.

There is much work still to be done, and with your support, we’ll continue to grow and offer programs and services to enhance so many lives in so many ways.

Give me a call any time @ (336) 394-1313. Visit our website at www.adtsrc.org to learn more about us. And, don’t forget to like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ADTSRC.

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Sports Shorts

Congratulations to the Morehead High School Wrestling Team for winning the North Carolina High School Athletic Association 3A Dual Team Wrestling Championship and the North Carolina High School Athletic Association 3A State Individual Wrestling Championship!

Cameron Sanders Christian Santos Jordan Servie Wesley Strader Dylan Willey Tim Woods Alex Villa COACHES: Daniel Bradford - Head Coach Marty White - Assistant Coach Terry Mason - Assistant Coach Chris Higgs - Assistant Coach Chris Johnson - Assistant Coach David Barker - Assistant Coach Robbie Horton - Assistant Coach WRESTLERETTES: Rachel Gallardo Destiny Smith Hannah Thompson Hope Booth Anne Fitts

WRESTLERS: Alex Bailey Gideon Biggs George Blackstock Willis Booth Tyler Bruins Ben Bullins Will Dabbs Tyler Dabbs Zane Hairston Tylon Hodges Steven Holland Mike Jones Jordan Jones Dylan Jones Jadakiss Jumper Henrik Kummert Payton Mills Marqe Mills Tyshawn Olverson John Phillips William Pryor

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- Not all candidates up for Election in 2014 will be on the Primary Election ballot. Not all contests required a Primary.

• Board of Education and Soil & Water Conservation Supervisor file later in the year and will be on the General Election ballot in November.

-If you are a registered Democrat, you will receive a Democrat ballot.

-If you are a registered Libertarian, you will receive a Libertarian ballot.

-If you are a registered Republican, you will receive a Republican ballot.

-If you are registered Unaffiliated, you may choose which party's ballot you wish to vote or you may choose the nonpartisan ballot. *The non-partisan ballot has judges and referenda but no partisan contests.

-You may view a copy of all sample ballots here: http://www.co.rockingham.nc.us/ - You may view a copy of your sample ballot here: http://www.co.rockingham.nc.us/ pView.aspx?id=15035&catid=40 8 If you have any questions about the May 6, 2014 Primary Election, please call our office at 342-8107.

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Lincoln Elementary Students Motivate Special Olympic Athletes Mrs. Kristi Langley’s second grade class at Lincoln Elementary has been working incredibly hard to motivate Rockingham County athletes to do amazing at state games the weekend of March 8, 2014.

After learning about the world Olympics, Mrs. Langley got her students involved on a much deeper, personal level by helping encourage her Special Olympic team to victory. Students wrote encouraging letters to each athlete, created colorful posters and made each athlete an award for all their hard work and dedication to basketball.

Unfortunately, due to the winter storm, her team was not able to get to their games in time to play. But thanks to the great work her second graders did, it still made those Olympics powerful and rewarding for the athletes! Mrs. Langley has future plans for the students to meet and eat lunch with the athletes at Lincoln Elementary School.

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Sports Shorts

For the fun of it

We Have: Have noses that run and feet that smell?

Each month the Boys and Girls Club of Eden selects two “Youth of the Month”.

One from ages 6 to 10 and other another from ages 11 and up. This program rewards these members on their behavior, leadership abilities, respect, integrity and academic improvements.

Above: The April recipients of the "Youth of the Month" award are Zach Baumann (left) and Simone Graham right).

Congratulations to both of them on their hard work and service to the Club.

Left: The March recipients of the "Youth of the Month" award are Malik Kent (left) and Destiny Minter (right). Congratulations to both of them on their hard work and service to the Club.

Rockingham County High Cougar Band Performs in Premiere Parade On Sunday, April 13, the Rockingham County High Cougar Marching Band, under the direction of Donald Dohm, marched in the premiere parade in the Disney Parks! They performed as the lead band in the Magic Kingdom’s Main Street Electrical Parade.

Bethany Elementary Bouncing Bulldogs The Bethany Elementary Bouncing Bulldogs, coached by Sylvia Asnip, performed their jump rope routine during the PTA meeting, Tuesday, April 8. Thirty-two 3rd-5th grade students demonstrated different rope jumping skills such as round the world, traveler and double-dutch. They also performed individual stunts which included: Irish jig, rump jump, leg over, caboose and the three rope jump.

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From The Desks Of CITY HALL Freedom Park will host 11th Annual Ribfest on May 10

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The City of Eden will host the 11th Annual Ribfest at Freedom Park on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. There will be entertainment throughout the day, along with art and craft vendors, and vendors selling delicious ribs and other concession food items.

Inflatables will entertain the children at no cost. Volleyball clinics and pickle ball demonstrations will be held. The Eden Youth Council will also present Road Safe, bringing awareness to distracted and impaired driving.

The entertainment will get underway at 10 with a performance by The House Rockers.

The Carolina Elite Cheerleaders will perform at noon. The Caroliners will perform at 12:40 p.m. and The Bullet Band will finish up the event playing from 1 until 4. Ribfest is free to the public so come out and enjoy Freedom Park during this wonderful spring season.

For more information about Ribfest, please call Eden Parks and Recreation at 623-2110, option 3.

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The Street Department asks for your patience as the leaf truck that collects loose leaves and grass clippings makes its way through the city. The truck is running every day when the weather is clear (it is unable to collect during wet weather). To make sure your leaves and/or grass clippings get collected, do not bag them or place them in the curb or gutter. Please put them on the shoulder of the road.

Although the truck is visiting each street in the city, you can call in to ensure it stops by your residence: call Public Works at 627-7783, ext. 102.

Herman Wilson recognized as Unsung Hero The City of Eden try. Wilson was nomiis proud that one of our nated by Solid Waste dedicated employees Superintendent has been honored. The Rodney Carter. “Mr. Solid Waste Association Wilson has always of North America gone above the call of recently named the honduty to work with the orees of its annual citizens of Eden to Unsung Heroes cammake sure that their paign and Herman needs and concerns caption Wilson was in that are met. All of his spegroup. cial stop residents The Unsung Heroes is a recog- always tell me what a great job he nition program giving members does," Carter said. Wilson has the opportunity to acknowledge worked for the city since 1998 individuals and groups in their and now serves as a crew leader.

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Come to the Business Expo!

Do not miss the 12th Annual Eden Chamber of Commerce Business Expo that will take place on Thursday, May 1st from 4:00pm-8:00pm at the former Goodwill store, Kingsway Plaza in Eden. More than forty exhibitors will showcase their goods and services. There will be hourly door prizes and a $250 cash giveaway. For more information, contact the Chamber office at 336-623-3336.

June Marie Boutique June Marie Boutique, 655 Washington Street, Eden is pleased to announce the acquisition of primitive decor from the now closed Rusty Nail in the Olde Leaksville Shopping District. We are saddened by the closure of The Rusty Nail and wish Mandy and Matt the very best. June Marie's newest line of gifts and home decor, The Rustic Rooster Collection, will bring primitive home décor and gift items that are ahead of the market, uniquely designed and attractively priced. We strive to surpass our customers' expectations with quality products and affordable prices. Collection opening May 1st at June Marie Boutique!

House of Health Medicinal Herb Walk Marty Wall will lead an herb walk on Saturday, May 10th.

During the walk he will discuss various plants along the way, how to identify plants in the wild, their medicinal uses, and sustainable growth and use. The walk will leave from the House of Health located at 641 Washington Street at 9:00 Saturday morning to drive to a nearby location. There is a $5 charge for the walk. Class is limited to 10 participants; please call (623-1002) or email (houseofhealtheden@gmail.com) to reserve your space.

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50th Anniversary celebration of Penn 4-H Educational Center planned

A weekend of activities on May 16 and 17 will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the BetsyJeff Penn 4-H Educational Center. “Join us for this celebration of our Center and Betsy Penn’s legacy,” said Center Advisory Board Chairwoman Judy Wall.

Kicking off the weekend will be a dinner and dance on Friday, May 16, at the Reidsville Elks Lodge. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. The Impacts from Mayodan will provide beach music, rock and roll oldies and Motown favorites from 7-11 p.m. A silent auction also will be held. Items include an original oil painting by Colleen Stadler and a granite fire pit donated by Earthstone Products.

The Impacts are seasoned musicians playing the sounds of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Several members are former members of the legendary beach group Bob Collins and the Fabulous Five.

Since they play vintage style instruments much like those used in the original recordings, The Impacts have an authentic sound.

“If you were around in the early days of Rock ‘N’ Roll, The Impacts will certainly bring back a lot of great memories,” Wall said. “If you were not, you’ll witness and hear first-hand the excitement of the great music of that time.

“People who don’t dance will enjoy just sitting and reliving memories of earlier times,” Wall said.

“Whether you like British Invasion, American Pop, Motown or Carolina music, we promise you will have a blast with The Impacts.” Band members include Ed Mestre on bass guitar; Doug Cardwell, rhythm guitar; Randy Case, keyboards and drums; Billy Ray Smith, drums and lead vocalist; and Glenn Joyce, lead guitar.

Tickets, at $25, are available from any advisory board member or by calling 336-405-7096, 336361-4000 or at Market Street Studios, 231 S. Scales St., Reidsville or The Holiday Inn

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The “Walk for BJP” will be held Saturday, May 17, at the historic Chinqua-Penn Trailway adjacent to Chinqua-Penn Plantation on Wentworth Street.

Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. with the walk getting underway at 10 a.m. Residents are encouraged to set up teams. Each walker is requested to raise or donate at least $25 to help support the 4-H Center. Information relating to

the walk can be downloaded at www.bjpenn4h.org.

Highlight of the weekend will be the open house at the 4-H Center, 804 Cedar Lane, beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17.

Visitors can participate in a variety of activities until 4 p.m.

These include canoeing, rock wall climbing, nature hikes, games on the ball field and a display of Betsy-Jeff Penn history.

A commemoration ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. and will feature local and state dignitaries, former campers, leaders and staff members.

The day-long activities will conclude at dusk with a campfire.

Souvenirs will be available at the camp store and food will be available for purchase throughout the day.

All open house activities are

free but donations will be appreciated. Call 336-349-9445 for information relating to activities at the Center and 336-342-4386 about dinner/music and walk as

fundraisers.

Fundraising for Betsy-Jeff Penn 4-H Educational Center is under the auspices of the North Carolina Agricultural Foundation.

Ashley’s Antiques 303 W. Meadow Road, Eden

Happy Mother’s Day! Featuring Victorian Era Furniture, Clocks, Nippon, China, Kitchen Ware, Advertising Clocks & Signs, 1950’s Jukeboxes, 45&78 rpm Records & More!

Shop Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday by Appointment • Closed Monday

336-623-0726 www.ashleyantiques.com Facebook: Ashley Antiques Eden, NC

Celebrate Mother’s Day and Cinco De Mayo with us!

436 Stadium Dri ve (at Oak Hills) Eden, NC

(336) 623-1030 Live Mariachi Band May 13th 6:30 pm - 9pm

Daily Lunch Specials

As well as every 2nd Tuesday of each month

Live Music on Thursday Evenings 6pm - 9pm

Banquet Space & Catering

Only $3.99 Check us out on facebook for Daily Specials

for Any Event, Big or Small, Inside or Outside Reserve one of our spacous banquet rooms for your special occasion

Open 11am - 10pm Mon. - Thurs, Fri. & Sat. 11am-11pm, Sun. 11am - 10pm We take all major credit cards • All ABC Permits!

1st Church of the Brethren 730 Church St. in Eden, NC

Again joining God’s Pit Crew, located in Danville Virginia in their project of filling Blessing Buckets.

The 1st Church of the Brethren has been involved with this for 11 years.

These buckets are distributed when God’s Pit Crew responds to disasters floods, tornados, hurricanes, etc. The buckets are filled with items that will help the folk in the devastated areas “survive” for a few days.

The buckets contain personal items - cleaning supplies - flashlight - and a BIBLE!

336-623-0669 Call for Appointment • Walk-ins welcome Ask About Our Mother’s Day Specials!

Gift Certificates Available!

The Blessing Bucket Project begins Sunday, May 4th at the 1st Church of the Brethren in Eden.

Courtney Doom-Henegar, Owner/Operator • Pamela Shorter, stylist • Alexandria Broadnax, stylist

If you would like to be part of this great Witnessing Ministry please contact the church office at 336-627-7063

shearlydivine13@gmail.com

Tuesday - Friday from 9am to noon or you may leave a message at odan riverther times.

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Happy • Healthy • Life

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presented by Teri Lea

134 N. Fieldcrest Rd., Eden

336-627-9113 Steve Woods - Licensee Jerry Meeks - Owner

It’s Your Home, Not Theirs.

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Celebrating Moms of All Kinds 2012 2012

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Saturday May 10th Live Jazz More with Janice Price in Honor of Mothers Day

Mothers will receive a compimentary Rose.

Doors open at 8pm, Show begins at 9am. $10 at door ABC

Property Mgmt, Homes, Apts, Rooms and Mobile Homes w Owner Financing Visit our web-site (www.pi-properties.com) for map location & pictures A. Lots for mobile homes available from $180 to $310 per-month , 4 sites in RC B. Mobile Homes Lease Purchase - Owner Financing Appliances negotiated separately Church Street Park, Stoneville, NC Ready to Move-In, Call Jennifer 573-8022, $200 lot Sec Dep, Water/Sewer/Garbage + incl in lot rent (based on # people) 1. 126 Creek Run, Stnvll,NC, 2 bdrm-1 bth, 1995 Redman, 14x60+/-, C/A pump, Sale $8,000, $1,000 Dn, Fin $7,000, 6% APR, 10yrs, pmts $77.71 pm

How well do you know your Mother? And what has she meant to you?

Mothers are not always the people who birthed us. They are the ones who loved us, passed on their wisdom, who had some part of our raising. Sometimes the experiences are great and others not as much. We get to choose what we draw from each experience.

For me, I had an African Nanny, and many other women adults who played the role of Mother for me while growing up.

And still today as an adult.

This article is tribute to my biological mother.

There is much of my Mom that is a mystery to me. But there are some things that she taught me without realizing it.

As missionaries in Africa, my parents chose to send us to boarding school. This was not always easy for us, or her. I realize, now, she taught me the value of doing whatever was necessary to fulfill her calling in life even when it was hard for her. Her complete belief, passion, and faith for her calling have been an example I have recalled on many occasions when it felt like I’d lost my own.

Without knowing it, her example taught me to somehow find a way to resource and be brave and have courage no matter what life threw my way; to have

a foundation of fortitude; to never let go of my faith.

Her decisions taught me independence and to consider the whole picture before making a choice.

Through her actions my Mom showed me what it meant to hold a Vision of a better world.

She showed me how even the smallest contribution can make a big difference.

Thank you, Mom for your unwavering faith and consistent prayers for me.

What has your "Mother" meant to you? What are the things that she taught you? How do you Mother today as a result of your own Mothering? How do you "Mother" yourself? I'd love to hear your stories.

Feel free to share them with me at teresalea@intouchinlife.com.

How You were "mothered" often determines how you are able to care for and "mother" yourself in healthy ways. It influences your ability to show up for who you really are and to show up fully for you best life possible..

How can you celebrate yourself and your mothers today?

You Matter and You have Value. Being the best Mother to Yourself allows you to be fully alive and In Touch In Life.

Teresa Lea, BA NCLMBT # 1804 If you found this of value and want to find out more about Teresa Lea and her work, go to www.InTouchInLife.com or call 336623-9138

+T&I+Lot. avl 3 dys 2. 119 MP Dr. Stoneville, NC, 2 bdrm–1 bth, 1999 Redman 14x52+/- C/A pump, avl 30, Sale $12,000, $1,200 Dn, Fin $10,800, 6% APR, 10yrs, pmts $119.90 pm +T&I+lot 3. 108 Top Run, Stnvll,NC,3 bdrm-2 bth, 1999 Redman, 14x76+/- C/A pump, avl 60, Sale 20,000, $2,000 Dn, Fin $18,000, 6% APR, 10 yrs, pmts $199.84 pm +T&I+Lot 4. Parkside Acres, 125 Parkside Dr. Mayodan, 3 bdr 1 bth, 1970 model, new HVAC, avl Now, Sale $12,000, $1,200 Dn, Fin $10,800, 6% APR, 10 yrs, pmts $119.90 pm + T&I+lot Park Ridge Park, Eden, NC call Jennifer 904-8703 Lots & Homes, Rent & Sale, $200 lot Sec Dep, Water/Sewer/Garbage + incl in lot rent (based on # people) 5. 142 Joyce Ct, Eden, NC, 3 bdrm-1 bth, 1979 Conner, 12x70+/- , C/A, avl 20 dys , Sale $10,000, $1,000 Dn, Fin $9,000, 6% APR, 10 yrs, pmts $99.92 pm +Tax&Ins+Lot 6. 144 David Dr. Eden, NC, 2 bdrm - 2 bth, 1993 Flamingo, 14 x 70+/-, Heat Pump, avl 20 dys, Sale $14,500 $1,450 Dn, Fin $13,050 6% APR, 10 yrs, pmts $144.88 pm +Tax&Ins+Lot 7. Other homes available when cleaned and/or repaired.

Can work for Down payment!

8. Rent $275 & $275 Dep, 118 Joyce Ct, Eden, NC, 1 bdrm–1 bth, 12x48+/-, incls S&R, W&S C. Houses: 1406 Carolina Av, Eden, Draper, 2 bd+, 1 bth, $400 Rent, 1,034 sf, stove, 623-2997 1120 E Stadium Dr, Eden Draper 3 bd 1 bth, $425 Rent, 930 sf, no appls D. Rooms: Carolina Inn, Eden; $295 single rooms & $400 w private bath & $450 w p b + kit area, incls Utlts & Cable, + Quiet, Clean & Safe. $130 Deposit (smoke, alchl, & drug free) C/A, coin Lndry New Site Manager: Chase 623-2997

Land's Tools and Treasures 157 N. Fiedlcrest Road, Eden • 336-344-0384 In Draper Village Shopping District Large Variety Of Items!

Changes Daily!

Buy • Sell • Trade • Layaway WANTED: KEROSENE HEATERS, TOOLS & APPLIANCES! Cathy Land, Owner

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10:30-5:30, Sat. 11-5.

Eden Retailers embrace 3/50 Project The 3/50 project is designed to support local, independently owned retailers across the country. It was started by retail consultant and professional speaker Cinda Baxter in 2009. Baxter spent fourteen years as a successful retail store owner and has adopted a mission to strengthen independent brick and mortar businesses.

The premise of the 3/50 project is that if just half of the employed U.S. population spent $50 each month among three independently owned businesses, their purchases would generate more than $42.6 billion in revenue. She notes that for every $100 spent in independently owned stores, $68 returns to the community through taxes, payroll and other expenditures. If you spend that in a national chain, only $43 remains locally.

If you spend it on-line, nothing comes home. The loss of tax revenue from on-line retailers is one of the reasons why local governments are struggling to make ends meet, but this can be devastating to local retailers. The Eden Downtown Development Corporation (EDDC), the entity charged with overseeing Eden’s downtown revitalization efforts,

is spearheading the 3/50 project in our community. Local independent businesses have received framed copies of one of the 3/50 posters to display in their stores and flyers that explain the 3/50 philosophy. “As a NC Main Street community and the home of many independent retailers, we should always try to support those people who are so critical to the local economy,” stated Mike Dougherty, Eden’s Director of Economic Development and Executive Director of the EDDC. The campaign will extend to other independent retailers, not just those who exist in the downtown areas of Historic Leaksville and Draper Village.

“When customers support us, we are able to support other local businesses,” stated Mel Hall, Co-Owner of The Front Porch Wine and Clothing store, located in Historic Downtown Eden. “Spending locally allows the unique, creative businesses to not just remain in viable, but to thrive.”

For the next several months, this campaign will be promoted in various venues to raise awareness of local businesses and the products and services they have to offer. For more information, contact Dougherty at 336-6134941.

Second Annual Get Fit Eden Program The City of Eden and Eden Chamber of Commerce are partnering for the Second Annual Get Fit Eden Program to help improve physical activity and the health of Eden residents. The kick-off will take place during the May 20, 2014 Eden City Council meeting. The actual program starts on June 1st and continues until the end of August with residents being encouraged to exercise at least three times per week. At the beginning of the program, participants will receive a Get Fit Eden T-shirt, while supplies last. Those who successfully complete the program will earn a Stay Fit Eden Tshirt, again while supplies last, but they will also be eligible for a Grand Prize. The Grand Prize drawing will take place at the 2014 Eden RiverFest on Saturday September 20, 2014.

You may register for the program at the Eden Parks and Recreation Department at Eden City Hall 308 E. Stadium Drive, the Eden Chamber of Commerce 678 S. Van Buren Road, or Eden Drug 103 W. Stadium Drive.

Numerous walking trails are available, including the Historic Leaksville 1 and 2 mile loop, the Smith River 3 mile loop, Freedom Park walking track, and the Smith River Greeway 1.7 mile trail. Members of the Get Fit Eden Committee will be at those sites to lead participants during the three month program. Fitness Centers and individual fitness instructors are offering free classes during this time to encourage residents to participate in their classes on a regular basis.

“The 2013 Get Fit Eden program was a tremendous success,” stated Eden Mayor Wayne Tuggle. “The City and Chamber won an award for the progam, but more importantly, more than 400 people participated and improved their health.” Eden Chamber of Commerce President Jean Ann Wood commented on the way the Eden community responded to the event last year.

“We know Get Fit Eden inspired active lifestyles for many residents last summer,” she stated.

“We hope to build on our success by encouraging everyone to be active this summer. The summer is a busy time for everyone. I encourage you to give yourself just one and one half hours each week for physical activity.” The Get Fit Eden program has spawned the Get Fit Rockingham Program and has been recognized throughout the Triad. In 2014, the City of Eden and Eden Chamber of Commerce won a Health Places NC award from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust as a result of this initiative.

Those who wish to participate in the kick-off meeting, should come to Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, on Tues., May 20st at 7:15pm in time for the 7:30pm City Council meeting.

For more information, contact Jean Ann Wood at the Eden Chamber of Commerce- 6233336 or Mike Dougherty at Eden City Hall 623-7789 ext. 3046.

MAY 2014 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 33 H

Blanket City in the Sky

At approximately five p.m. on a warm, sunny Thursday afternoon, local pilot Lee Harvey Fitts gunned the pride of the Draper Tri-City airport into the sky as four dark-suited men watched intently. The maroon colored General Aristocrat then turned toward Greensboro with all the airmail accumulated from the mill towns securely on board.

The towns’ postmasters had just witnessed the first airmail flight from the tri-cities. Leaksville, Spray, and Draper had just participated in National Air Mail Week commemorating the 20th anniversary of the 1st airmail flight in 1918.

The week’s celebration was a well planned extravaganza by the nation’s Postal Service to promote the reliability and speed that had been attained in just 20 years. Even the price of the stamps had fallen from 20 cents to six cents, just three cents more than regular mail. It was an enormous success judging from over 16 million letters sent by over

1 , 7 0 0 flights piloted mainly by civilian volunteers.

May 18 was picked as the peak day of the festivities.

In a massive media blitz that pushed for the goal of “One Air Mail Letter Each Day From Each Citizen,” each town was encouraged to create its own design and slogan to be included on the special envelope. Known as a “cachet,” all towns took advantage of this opportunity to advertise their community to the rest of the country. Leaksville adopted “Land of Eden” and “Carbide was Discovered” was claimed by Spray.

Draper Postmaster J.L. Cassell was fortunate to have the services of local artist and movie theater manager Glenn Boyles to design its cachet. Drawing from the excellent products of its mills, Glenn Boyles created the design by incorporating a airplane over a blanket with the bold statement “The Blanket City” as its slogan on May 13, a mere six days before the flight.

The only known surviving letter with the Draper postmark from 1938 was sent by Warren B. Wilson. He had the foresight to mail at least three letters from the

three post offices with each postmaster’s signature. Seventy-six years later the letters remind us of a time that could have been forgotten. Strangely, the special red, white, and blue airmail stamp was affixed upside down.

On this special day, Captain John T. Daniels, the man who took the first picture of powered flight at Kitty Hawk, was one of the speakers on national radio hookup along with top World One ace Eddie Rickenbacker.

Captain Daniels was also the father of Draper’s first mayor, Archie Daniels.

This was a big event for the towns as was attested by the Leaksville News running six stories in three consecutive weeks with front page exposure on all of them including pictures and drawings. It was also extremely successful for the country as it enabled private carriers to profitably carry the mail.

While the country was still stuck in the throes of the Great Depression, the timing of such a costly event in money, resources, and manpower undoubtedly seemed out of place. The government’s heavily advertised event swept school children, aviation heroes, public figures, and the everyday man into a patriotic fervor. No doubt many felt that they had seen and taken part in the future. It had to give hope for much more prosperous times.

Special thanks to Clift Ball,Teresa Hutson, Bruce Wilson, and Homer Wood

Grand Opening and Spring Fling

415 S. VAN BUREN RD., EDEN, NC (LOCATED IN THE FORMER KAT’S KORNER BUILDING)

Join in the fun on May 17th, 8am-8pm DJ Music, Classic Car Cruise In, BarBQ, Artist’s Demonstrations Proceeds for Put a Smile on a Child Program

VINTAGE AND SPECIALTY • FURNITURE & DECOR CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, JEWELRY VINTAGE TRINKETS AND BOBBLES WE CARRY • Chalk/clay/mineral based paint for furniture from American Paint Co. • Furniture Painting Classes Available • Ladies clothing from Clara Sunwoo and Valentino

Owners Abby Stophel 336-589-0406 Angie Griffin 336-509-2209 Seeking More Unique Vendors to join our 30+, and consigners to add to our 400+!

Gatsby at the Ridge Arbor Ridge at Eden 302 South Kennedy Ave, Eden, NC Across from the YMCA

You are cordially invited to step back in time and enjoy a night at Arbor Ridge at Eden featuring Music, Dancing, Door Prizes Heavy Hors d’oeuvres Friday, May 16th 5 pm - 7 pm Tours Available Upon Request

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CLASSIFIED LISTINGS APARTMENTS / HOMES FOR RENT OR SALE 1, 2, 3, & 4 Bedroom Apartments / Homes for Rent in Eden area.

Reasonable Rates! W/D Hookups, Some include appliances. Section 8 & HUD. Daytime 336-623-6948 night 336-344-0386 Mobile Home For Rent 2 Bedroom $375 Month No Pets Allowed 276-226-0576 FOR RENT Home in Eden, Cent. $400 mo.

Apt in Ridgeway $450 House/Ridgeway - 2 BR $400 mo.

No Pets Allowed 276-226-0576 1 Bedroom Second Floor Apartment. $350 mo. includes stove, fridge and water. No children or pets please. 336-623-7796 or 336-612-2291 2 Bedroom Apartment for Rent All Appliances; Central Air $450 Per Month 336-627-5031

MOUNTAIN VILLA APTS. Accepting Applications For 1 & 2 Bedroom Units Located in Mayodan, with handicap accessible units available.

Income restrictions apply.

Call 427-5047.

Office hours: 8 am-1:30 pm. Mon.- Thurs.

Equal Housing Opportunity Managed By Community Management Corporation.

CLASSIFIED ADS No 900 numbers accepted

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

If billing is required & accepted there will be a $1 charge billing charge added.

Get your advertisement in the next issue! email ad to... edens-own@embarqmail.com or lisadoss@edensown.com we will call you for payment •

S E RV I C E S AVA I L A B L E CLARKS PAVING & SEALCOATING Free Estimates, Residential/Commercial 276-226-0576 Buying and Selling Estates and Liquidations. Licensed and Bonded.

Wyatt Auction Company NCAL 8777 336-616-2113 PROFESSIONAL HOME INSPECTION SERVICE

by George Jordan Licensed • Photos 336-349-2550 Maria's House Cleaning 10 years experience 336-937-5231 WANTED Wanted Roomate to share big 3 bedroom home. Very reasonable rates. Call 276-732-9147 anytime LAND FOR SALE Land For Sale 7 Acres in Eden NC Sewer & Water on one lot 5 Acres Wooded Phone 910-276-5796 Or 910-280-3150 Are You Tired Of The City?

For Sale 2.65 Rockingham County 300 Deodara Lane, Ruffin. Private area. If interested call 336-939-3588 ITEMS FOR SALE 4 Cemetery Plots in Devotion at Roselawn Memorial Gardens $1,000 each or all 4 for $3,600. Call 336627-5552 or cbarton001@triad.rr.com.

I Have Collection of Wizard of Oz Barbies still in boxes. Please Call 635-3720 ask for Donna.

For Sale: 1 Pair of Lamps for Living Room 1 Pair of Cherry End Tables 1 Maple Bedroom Suite: Triple Dresser with Mirror, Large Chest of Drawers, Night Stand, Headboard for Double or Queen Size Bed 1 Antique Bedroom Set early 1900’s: Dresser Vanity Style, Dressing Stool, Chest of Drawers, Double Size Bed Frame, Headboard and Footboard

1 Oval Pecan Finish Table Antique 1 Bakers Rack with Wrought Iron Framed, Maple Finish Shelving and Table Top, Wine Rack 1 Antique Server with fold out extensions also can be used for an occasional Table All items are in great shape and reasonably priced. Call 336-342-9502.

FOR SALE 1 Cemetery Space at Ridgeview Cemetery Call 336-589-8228 4 cemetery plots @ Ridge View Cemetery on Hwy 135. Will sell 2 for $1500 or all 4 for $3000.

336-635-3262 1957 Chevrolet BelAir for sale.

Teal/blue color with white hard top.

29,560 miles on 350 engine, 8 cyl., automatic transmission, interior teal and black. Really runs good. Call 336-342-9502.

ANNOUNCEMENTS DRAPER PARAPHANALIA NEEDED AND...

Looking For Photos & Articles Pretaining to the Leaksville Junction, and Draper Ferry. Look Through Your Attic, Basement and keepsakes... then call me!

336-635-5811

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• Mail in your ad information and payment to Eden’s Own Journal 5197 NC Hwy. 14 NC. Hwy 14 Eden, NC 27288

$500 Reward for Lost Dog Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix, Brown, Large Missing from Town Creek Road since Feb. 14 Named: Duke No Bite History Needs medications 336-280-8581

Fleming Property Management 612 B Business Park Drive, Eden 336-627-5797

We Rent Houses & Apartments Studio, 1, 2, 3 Bedrooms $375 To $850 Per Month Applications & Deposits Always Required

stands on the 1st of Each Month

deadline. No refunds. Ads run only at the discretion of the management. We reserve the right to turn down any classified ad we deem not publishable for any reason.

602 Henry Street Now Leasing 1 BR, 2 BR Apartments “All Utilities Included” Fleming Property Management

336-627-5797 WOODWIND APTS. (336) 349-9544 2901 Vance St. Ext., Reidsville, NC 27320 8:30-5:30 Wed. & Thurs.

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments

“This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer” If you wish to file a civil rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the U.S.D.A. Program Discrimination Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.@html, or at any U.S.D.A. office, or call 336-623-9392 to request the form. Send your completed complaint for or letter to us by mail at U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W. Washington, DC, 20250-3410, by fax to 202-690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov.

Eden’s Own is published and placed on the

Ads cannot be put in nor canceled after

Towne Apartments

Limited rental assistance available for qualified applicants.

Housing Choice Vouchers accepted

I WILL get back to you!

Fax to 336-627-9225

All New Happy Jack Kennel Dip II: kills, fleas, ticks, and MANAGE mites on dogs or as a perimeter spray to kill mosquitoes and flies.

Do NOT use on cats!!! Y&W Farm Center (548-9017). (www.happyjackinc.com)

Carpet/Stove/Refrigerator/Blinds/Central Air/ Playground on site Washer Dryer Connections/Laundry Facility on site

Call 336-627-9234 leave message if necessary.

PETS Need Pet Sitting Please Call While You Were Out For All Your Pet Sitting Needs!

We Take Care Of Your Dogs While You Are On Vacation!

Call Elizabeth At 336-613-3025

Puzzle answer: Show mom how much you love her

Accessible Units TDD Relay # 1-800-735-2962 Reasonable Accomidations

MAY 2014 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 35 H

World War II Veteran’s Program planned

CAROLINA FUELS, INC. 856 S. Van Buren Rd., Eden, NC

The Eden Evening Lion’s Club would like to invite everyone to the 4th Annual World War II Veterans Program. The program will be held at the Morehead-Fair House on Boone Road in Eden on May 26th at 5 o’clock in the afternoon.

The veterans will be honored with a police escort, 21 gun salute by the Rockingham County Honor Guard, music and program. The speaker will be Bert Jones of the N. C. House of Representatives.

We would like to see many people line the parade route from the Spray traffic circle to the Morehead-Fair House. These men and women sacrificed much for this country and we should honor them by coming out to salute them on this day.

We would like for this to be the largest turn out ever, to recognize our veterans. So bring a lawn chair and come out for the program on the 26th of May. If you or someone you know is a WWII veteran, please contact Norma McKinney at 627-8881 by May 5th, 2014.

Rockingham County recently received the “Distinguished Budget Presentation Award” for its FY 2013-2014 Budget Document, from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).

The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners presented the award to County Manager Lance Metzler, in his capacity as Budget Officer, at its March 17th meeting in Wentworth.

Metzler explained: “This is the first time Rockingham County generated a budget document eligible for this program, so this County stands among the elite counties, not only in North Carolina, but in the United States. There are only a handful of counties that have received this award.”

The Commissioners and County Manager thanked Financial Services Director Pat Galloway; Deputy Finance Officer Kelly Burton; Accounting Technician Justin Thacker; and Executive Assistant to the County Manager Tina Massey; who were instrumental in compiling the 204-page document in order to receive this distinguished award.

Rockingham County had to satisfy the following nationallyrecognized guidelines to receive the award: produce a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, and a communication device.

NONETHANOL GASOLINE

SATURDAY - THURSDAY Dine In Only Not good on Fridays

Join us on Cinco De Mayo!

Eden 122 East Meadow Rd. 336-623-2680 Madison 144 N. Market St. K-Mart Shopping Center

336-427-9740

Get Your Propane Grill Tank Filled Here!

Featuring

Hooked on Fishing Derby Sponsored by: Eden Parks and Recreation & Eden Kiwanis Club Sat., May 17, Kids ages 4-12 years old. (Must be accompanied by an adult) Time: 9am Registration 9:30 am Fishing begins. 11am Fishing ends Location: Fireman’s Hut Pond located on Smith Acres Road (near the Eden Drive-in) Trophies are awarded to winner and runner-up for Largest fish, and Most fish caught, in each age group. Also, there will be a drawing for prizes. One rod per child, adults are not allowed to fish.

Must fish with bait provided.

Worms are furnished. For more information call Carla Huffman or Mary Staley at 627-4711. Rain date Sat., May 31st (only if it is a heavy rain)

Rockingham County Receives Prestigious Budget Award

336-623-9741

Grill Safely This Summer!

Buy One Entree Get One Free!

Dine In Only • Must be of equal or lesser value up to $6 value Not valid with Daily Specials • Expires May 31, 2014

Good at Rio Grande Eden & Madison Locations WiFi

Comforter Special 640 S. Van Buren Rd, Eden, NC MEADOW GREENS SHOPPING CENTER

(Behind BB&T)

Spring Cleaning?

Get your winter coats cleaned and ready to put away for the season.

Save 10% of orders fo $20 or more ULTIMATE QUALITY DRY CLEANING & LAUNDERED SHIRTS WITH FAST FRIENDLY SERVICE • Dry Cleaning • Wash, Dry Fold • Alterations • Wedding Dresses • Sheriff, Police & Fire Dept. Uniform Specials • After Hours Drop Box Convenience • Drive Thru • Offer Star Card

Mon-Fri: 7:00am-6:00pm • Sat: 8:00am – 12:00pm

623-3975

Sunday Evening Special AFTER 5PM

Buy One Entree Get One Free!

Must be of equal or lesser value up to $6 value • Expires May 31, 2014

Good at Eden & Madison Rio Grande locations

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Cleaned For $19.99

Join Us In Celebrating Mother’s Day TACO TUESDAY ALL DAY Dine in only

1.00 Tacos $

Margaritas $1.99

H PAGE 36 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, MAY 2014 Screen Printing • Signs • Banners • Vinyl Decals for Businesses, Sports Teams, Events and anything you can dream up!!!

Need bees to pollinate your garden or orchard?

RENT A GARDEN HIVE! Contact Frank Wyatt

WG Bee Farm River Bottom Honey 336-616-7044

Dick’s Drive-In Celebrating 50 Years of Service!

SPECIALS

Double Cheeseburger Fry & Drink - OR 2 Hot Dogs, Fry & Drink $

4.19

1004 W. Washington St., Eden, NC

(336)627-7112

The Place to be since ‘63!

Eden Mall across from Center Court 336-635-9318

FEATURING HOMEMADE GOODIES : Hot Dogs, Chilly, Slaw, Doughnuts and more!

Hours 9-5 Tuesday - Friday, Sat. 7-5• Owners Carlyle & Donna Rees

Hale Mini Storage 814 Stadium Drive, Eden, NC 5x10 & 10x10 Units Available

336-635-2599 NATIONALY CERTIFIED WOMENS BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

OVER 25 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN STAFFING SERVICES

124 BOONE ROAD, EDEN, NC (336) 635-5980 meanes@debbiesstaffing.com

HOMES FOR RENT 1 OR 2 bedroom/1 bathroom cottages in Eden $425-$495/month Deposit Required • 2 bedroom/1 bathroom mobile home in Eden.

Water included $395/month, $395 deposit required.

• Nice 3 bedroom / 2 bath House for Rent $650 For More Information Contact

Eddie Barker Rentals Cell: 336-613-0867 Fax: 336-627-5654 • ebarker68@hotmail.com

County projects in progress

From the State of Rockingham County Annual Report 2013, Published

by the County Manager & Chief Information Officer, Editor/Contributions: Tina R. Massey

The following information is straight from the County Manager’s State of the County report concerning major projects in progress througout the county.

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES CONSOLIDATION INITIATIVE With legislative authority now in place to do so, the Board of Commissioners formally approved of the creation of the Rockingham County Consolidated Health and Human Services agency on April 15, 2013 and appointed membership to a single Board of oversight.

The primary intent is to see efficiencies and outcomes achieved through greater collaboration in meeting Rockingham County’s human services’ needs.

STATUS: • The new agency and board was officially established on June 4, 2013.

• Larry Johnson named Director by the County Manager with consent of the new Consolidated Board on June 4.

• Formed a Transition Team with membership from both Public Health and DSS – completed.

• Held Meet & Greet for the two agencies and all employees – completed.

ERP SYSTEM & DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT PROJECT The Board approved funding a large scale project to implement an Enterprise Resource Planning and Document Management system on May 6, 2013. Roughly $980,000 from Fund Balance was requested to upgrade SunGard and ImageNow software packages currently in use. In addition to Finance, the software will provide greater integration of HR, Payroll, Purchasing, Legal, Planning, Inspections, Environmental Health, and Maintenance. Implementation will take place over the two years requiring a considerable amount of staff resources and efforts.

STATUS: • Initial Finance & General Ledger data conversion, verification, and training – Complete.

• Targeted go live of Finance & General Ledger - Late February 2014.

• Initial HR & Payroll data conversion, verification, and training- Complete.

• Targeted go live of HR & Payroll - Summer 2014.

• Target to go live of Community Module - December 2014.

CENTRAL PERMITTING One of the Board’s top prior-

ities for several years, this project will centralize intake for Planning, Inspections, Environmental Health, Code Enforcement, and Water & Sewer. Physical collocation and digital integration are both essential to success.

STATUS: • Staffing levels (3 CPTs and 1 Supervising Admin) fully in place – Complete.

• The County departments of IT, Planning and Zoning, Code Enforcement, Environmental Health, and Engineering worked together to successfully complete the County’s transition to Central Permitting.

• Customers can now come to one place to secure building permits, well and septic permits, water and sewer service, planning and zoning issues.

• Newly trained CPT’s to assist in all areas of Central Permitting.

• The files for Environmental Health are in the planning stages for getting them digital.

• This is a very time consuming task and will take a while to complete.

COMMUNITY PARAMEDIC PROGRAM This program is designed to address the “Loyal Customers” or “High Utilizers” of RCEMS. These patients would be determined by most common medical conditions such as, congestive heart failure, mental health/substance abuse issues, diabetes, cardiac health problems, etc. and frequently utilize EMS transport services. Community Paramedics would schedule visits with these selected patients who are agreeable and do follow-ups and referrals to try and help keep patients at home and out of the back of EMS trucks and hospitals.

STATUS: • Form Community Paramedic Program Committee – Complete.

• Identify target population Complete.

• Develop strategies to address target population - February 2014.

• Identify additional training requirements - End of February 2014.

• Identify Cost associated with Community Paramedic Program - Mid-March 2014.

• Train select group of employees - End of April 2014.

• Identify and seek source of funding - July 1, 2014.

ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS (HHS – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION) An electronic health record (EHR)—sometimes called an

electronic medical record (EMR)—allows healthcare providers to record patient information electronically instead of using paper records. Under new federal regulations, electronic health record systems will have to meet important and highly technical standards in order for the providers who adopt them to receive incentive payments.

Health providers must adhere to Federal mandate for Electronic Health Records. Federal incentives put in place as part of The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to assist agencies in meeting this mandate. Sometime in 2016 Federal Government will stop reimbursing for Medicaid/Medicare claims if requirements are not met.

STATUS: • Meaningful use compliant Complete.

• Software implementation meeting federal and state guidelines for medical reimbursement and Electronic Health Records use and management – In progress.

MADISON MAYODAN PUBLIC LIBRARY FACILITY Construction of a new library in Madison to consolidate two older libraries in each town in efforts to consolidate two existing libraries improving services offered to citizens.

STATUS: • While this project continues to be behind schedule progress is being made to get to completion.

• The contractor is projecting completion to be mid-February of 2014. We feel this date will slip some based upon prior experience with the builder.

• We expect completion to realistically be in March 0f 2014.

• Occupancy should be no later than May of 2014.

• This project is currently within budget for the project.

911 PSAP CONSOLIDATION PROJECT On September 30, 2011 the NC 911 Board awarded Rockingham County $7.826 million for the Rockingham County 911 PSAP Consolidation Project between Rockingham County 911, Reidsville Police Department and Eden Police department. The consolidation will include dispatch for all Law Enforcement, Fire Departments, Emergency Medical Services and Rescue Squads for the cities/towns of Reidsville, Eden, Madison, Mayodan, Stoneville and Wentworth.

STATUS: • The PSAP Facility is an 8500

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MAY 2014 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 37 H Continued from previous Page... sq. ft. hardened structure to house the consolidation of the County’s 911 communications systems.

• The PSAP project is progressing well; they are approx. 4 months into construction, with only some minor weather delays so far.

• The facility is projected to be complete by mid-July of 2014 and occupied 30 days after that date.

• This grant awarded did not include additional personnel to staff the new facility. The Governance Board, County and Municipal Management are working together to address a long term funding solution through the Interlocal agreement.

As a result of this project, the County will enter FY15 with an unfunded personnel cost of roughly $344,000.

FLEET MANG. PROJECT To devise or locate a system that will allow the County to keep its current fleet maintained, define useful life expectancy, and assist in vehicle replacement.

This program will help insure the vehicles are serviced as required, prolong the life of all vehicles, assist the County with fleet replacement scheduling, and

For the fun of it CAUTIOUS STUDENT A young student reported for a final examination that consisted of only true/false questions. The student took a seat in the hall and stared at the test for five minutes. He then removed a coin from his pocket and started tossing the coin and marking the answer sheet; heads for true, tails for false. The young student finished the exam in just 30 minutes, while the rest of the class was sweating it out. Suddenly, during the last few minutes, the young student began desperately throwing the coin and scribbling frantically. The moderator, alarmed, approached the student and asked what was going on. "Well, I finished the exam in half an hour," said the student.

"But I thought I ought to recheck my answers."

insure uniform quality and pricing.

STATUS: • Data gathered on County vehicles – Complete.

• Review options of contracted services or County services, delivered RFP (received/reviewed) – Complete.

• Negotiations underway with local vendors to provide uniform service and pricing to all 300 + vehicles.

• Implementation of the fleet management plan takes place over the next 3 -4 months.

ENERGY SAVINGS PROGRAM Evaluate the County’s existing facilities seeking opportunities to upgrade our systems lowering total cost to the County requiring no additional funding.

Using the services of ABM will allows us to identify and implement opportunities for these cost savings.

STATUS: • Evaluate County facilities energy usage and provide data to ABM for analysis - Complete • Board of Commissioners approval for proceeding – Complete.

• Work with ABM in identifying buildings that can be improved through energy efficiency’s and savings.

• ABM is working on a proposal covering 20 + buildings for energy upgrades.

• These upgrades include: weatherization, temperature controls, new HVAC systems, water saving fixtures, and waste water savings methods.

• This project will be financed through a long term loan, with the loan payments being guaranteed through energy savings money. The County will not have to pay any funds to start this project.

SHERIFF FIRING RANGE To locate, plan and construct a firing range for Rockingham County Sheriff’s Dept. to use for

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STATUS: • Site location and selection – complete • Planning Board approval - complete • The Board of Commissioners approved the plans for the Sheriff’s Firing Range.

• The plans are currently being reviewed by NCDENR for permitting construction of the range.

• Expected construction of the range should be within the next 60 days with completion coming by mid-summer of 2014.

• The County is working with Remington and Ruger to help secure additional funding.

• The range will allow for the Sheriff’s Department to complete all of its required fire arms training and can be utilized by other law enforcement agencies for fire arms training. The range is also approved for weapons research and development by approved firearms manufactures.

• The site of the range is on a parcel of land adjacent to the landfill on Hwy 704.

SECURITY FOR GOVERNMENTAL BUILDINGS OVERVIEW: Develop a plan for securing existing governmental buildings starting with the Governmental Center and A & E Building (Old County Home Building).

STATUS: • Security plan - Complete • Original cost estimates for building badge/door upgrades along with cameras were too costly. Minimum badge/door modification configuration to secure the main Governmental Center.

• Smith Addressing contacted for pricing - Complete • Administrative Suite Security with workflow plans – in progress • Next phases to be reviewed and implemented – 60 to 90 days ROCKINGHAM COUNTY ADVERTISING & MARKETING CAMPAIGN Integrated media and marketing campaign to inform educate and communicate important information about Rockingham County and County Government to keep our citizens informed and engaged. Exciting progress has been made through the use of our County website, videos, photos, print (ROCO window sticker),

outdoor signage, radio, and Rockingham Update.

STATUS: • Phase I - Completed: Billboards, newspaper insert, County homepage, press & photos, social media, Speakers Bureau, TV/radio interviews, special events, and www.rceno.com

• Phase II - Jan-June 2014: Continue the use of these outlets providing further information and materials for billboards, radio, TV, specialty items, newspaper insert, County homepage, press releases & photos, social media, Speakers Bureau, TV/radio interviews, special events, and www.rceno.com

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MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY CLOSING The City of Eden Solid Waste Division will be closed Monday, May 26, 2014 in observance of our Memorial Day Holiday!

SOLID WASTE & REFUSE Collection Date Recycling Monday 5-26-14 No Collection Tuesday 5-27-14 Normal Schedule Wednesday 5-28-14 Monday’s Schedule Thursday 5-29-14 Normal Schedule Friday 5-30-14 Normal Schedule

Center Closed Open Closed Open Open

If your collection day falls on an observed holiday, your collection will be Wednesday of that week.

ALL AFTER HOURS CALLS SHOULD BE MADE TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 623-9755.

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Let Spring Air In and Keep Criminals Out Secure your home during springtime renovations with tips from McGruff® and AlertID Once spring has sprung people begin to clean, remodel, and repair their homes after another year of wear and tear. Making home improvements is a sound investment and an invaluable way to protect your loved ones.

The National Crime Prevention Council and AlertID encourage residents to consider safety measures that will protect their homes and reduce the incidence of crime.

Homeowners and renters can make their homes safer by design by following the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). CPTED is an approach that calls for community members and officials to create a climate of safety in a community right from the start, by designing a physical environment that positively influences human behavior. Its four key principals are meant to improve the safety and security of your home. These principles are: • Access control – Make sure your home has proper locks and windows, and always use them.

If possible, install an alarm system for added security. Burglars look for easy access, so lock windows, doors—and crime—out of your home.

• Surveillance – Well-lighted homes make burglars nervous.

Light up outside entrances— front, back, side, basement, and garage. If possible, install motion detector lights to warn off anyone sneaking around at night.

• Territorial Reinforcement – Keep your place looking lived in.

Set random timers to make it look like you are always home, even when you are not. Schedule routine maintenance and improvements to keep your home a

fortress of safety and protection for your family.

• Maintenance – Trimming bushes and trees will remove a burglar’s favorite hiding place.

Mowing grass and tending to landscaping will give your house a lived-in look. During home improvements, remove ladders from the house at the end of each day and store your building materials securely out of sight.

In addition to the tips above, AlertID protects your family and your neighborhood while helping to reduce crime. AlertID’s free service (online and mobile app) informs you of the dangers in your neighborhood and allows you to communicate with neighbors.

• Become aware of your surroundings – Register for FREE at AlertID.com, enter your address and see an easy-to-read map showing sex offenders living or working in the vicinity (as well as receive alerts when new offenders move to the area). View local crime information in many major cities and also receive alerts for severe weather, earthquake, fire, hazmat and much more.

• Share important information with neighbors - If you see something that is suspicious in your neighborhood, report to local law enforcement and share updates with your neighbors on AlertID. Members may send an alert or photo to their neighbors, law enforcement or even the Department of Homeland Security.

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Ribfest - Saturday, May 10th Hot ribs & delicious festival foods!

FREE inflatables for kids.

10am—4pm at Freedom Park 121 N. Edgewood Rd., Entertainment Schedule of Events: 10-12 House Rockers 12 Carolina Elite 12:40 The Caroliner’s, *FREE kids volleyball clinic register at 10:00 clinic at 10:30 taught by the Triad Volleyball Club (Team Crush). Pick up Volleyball game at 11:30 *Pickle ball demonstration at 1:00 *Corn hole, 1-3:30 The Bullet Band

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MAY 2014 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR, PAGE 39 H wars and other trying economic times.”

“Over the last few years we have adjusted our inventory to offer excellent, quality rugs and carpets at very affordable prices, “ stated Ty Pace who is the latest in a long line of the Pace family to operate the store. “With these changes’ we are now able to have lower prices than the "big box" stores and still offer quality goods. Another huge benefit is social media such as Facebook.

This is a great way for people to shop items we have in our store and find out about sales.”

Pace-Stone also carries Vera Bradley women’s accessories. In May of 2014, they will welcome a new tenant to the top level of their Washington Street store.

Ashley Latham Photography will have its studio at the historic Pace-Stone location. An Eden native, Latham does photography for all occasions and is pleased to have her business associated with such a venerable company as Pace-Stone.

For more information on the 90th anniversary of Pace-Stone or their on-going product promotions, call them at 336-623-2158 or visit their Facebook page.

Bill and Ty Pace accepting the honor from Mike Dougherty and Mayor Wayne Tuggle

Pace Stone honored on anniversary Pace-Stone was recognized for its 90th Anniversary at the April 15, 2014 Eden City Council meeting. Eden Mayor Wayne Tuggle and Director of Economic Development Mike Dougherty presented Bill and Ty Pace with a plaque commemorating this historic achievement. The plaque included various patterns of Karastan Rugs, a product line that has been associated with Pace-Stone for years.

Pace-Stone was opened on April1, 1924 by Henry Pace, Sr. and his brother-in-law Eugene Stone. Initially, Pace-Stone was a home furnishings store. Items sold included mattresses, refrigerators, warm morning stoves Outstanding Volunteer of the Month The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners honored Henry Ray Kelly of Eden as the Outstanding Volunteer of the Month at its March 17th meeting in Wentworth. Commissioner Keith Mabe described Kelly as “not only a great volunteer but also a good friend.”

Kelly retired from the U.S. Army and was Commander of VFW Post 2574 for over 10 years. He served as Commander of the Rockingham County Honor Guard and provided support for military funerals for local deceased veterans. A member of the Rockingham County Disabled American Veterans (DAV), he has volunteered to drive the DAV van taking veterans to and from Veterans Hospitals.

As chairman of the Rockingham County Veterans Park Association, Kelly headed up clean-ups for the park including the Memorial Day and Veterans Day Programs. He is also a committed member of the Rockingham County Veterans Coalition to help homeless veterans.

and furniture. On March 10, 1929, Pace-Stone sold its first Karastan 9”x12” rug for $34.65.

This happened just eleven months after Karastan started manufacturing area rugs in Eden.

Since 1924, there have been six Pace family members to work in the business: Henry Pace, Sr., Henry Pace, Jr., H. C. Pace, III, Bill Pace, Jay Pace and Ty Pace.

“With lots of hard work and determination we have been able to survive the last few years of a very tough economy,” stated Bill Pace, who retired a few years ago, but remains involved with the store. “As a whole, PaceStone has experienced tough times such as the Depression,

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Put a smile on a child is a fundraiser held every year at the Draper Christmas parade, which is held the first Saturday every December.

About 200 gallons of stew is sold and all the money is given to local churcs and organizations to buy children's Christmas. This will be our 20th year.

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For the fun of it On the Right Foot I took my daughter to the doctor for her 4-year-old check-up.

They had her do coordination tests, like stacking blocks, and they watched to see if she walked properly.

Then the doctor said, "Allison, can you stand on one foot for me?"

And she walked over and stood on his foot.

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Rabies Vaccination Clinic May 3 Veterinarians are cooperating again this year with local animal control officers and the Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services to offer rabies clinics for dogs and cats. Rabies continues to be a public health threat in Rockingham County, and vaccinating pets will help remedy the problem and keep the rabies virus from threatening pets and people.

During 2013 in Rockingham County, eleven wild animals (five skunks, three raccoons, two foxes, and one bat), tested positive for rabies, a deadly viral disease transmitted by rabid animals. In addition there was also one suspected case with a skunk.

Also in 2013, fourteen dogs and five cats were euthanized due to exposure to rabid animals.

Rockingham County has recorded 180 positive animal rabies cases since positive cases began appearing in July 3, 1996.

“Rabies Vaccination Clinics are one way to help control the spread of rabies from the wild animal population to domestic animals and people,” said Edwin Stott, Rockingham County Environmental Health Director.

“Every dog and cat that is over the age of four months is required

by North Carolina State law to be vaccinated against the rabies virus,” Stott said. People may be exposed to the rabies virus from the saliva, spinal fluid, or brain tissue of a rabid animal. The exposure may be by a bite or scratch from a rabid animal or from saliva that gets on a pet after the pet fights with a rabid animal.

A person may be exposed if he or she has scratches, cuts or abrasions on their skin and contacts the saliva of a rabid animal. A person may also be exposed if saliva from a rabid animal contacts a mucous membrane.

The spring Rabies Clinics are scheduled Saturday, May 3, 2014, from 3:00 pm – 4:00pm at seven locations throughout the county listed

below. A fee of $7.00 will be charged for each vaccination for the cost of administration, cost of the vaccine, the vaccination certificate, and the rabies vaccination tag.

The clinic locations are: Draper Elementary School, 1719 E. Stadium Drive, Eden Huntsville Volunteer Fire Department, 1133 Sardis Church Road, Madison Monroeton Volunteer Fire Department, 9252 US 158, Reidsville Oregon Hill Volunteer Fire Department, 858 Mt. Carmel Church Road, Reidsville Reidsville Veterinary Hospital, 3202 Barnes Street, Reidsville Rockingham County Governmental Center, 371 NC 65, Wentworth Shiloh Volunteer Fire Department, 3320 Settles Bridge Road, Stoneville On behalf of the Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services, we would like to give a special Thank you to the following veterinarian practices: Central Animal Hospital, Eden Veterinary Hospital, Reidsville Veterinary Hospital, Belmont Small Animal Hospital, Carolina Equine Hospital, and the Animal Clinic of Madison, who will devote their time and staff for this important public health initiative.

A special thanks is also extended to the area businesses/organizations for their support with site locations, promotions, refreshments, and other incentives to help make this a successful event.

If you have any questions about the vaccination clinic or would like to volunteer at one of the sites, please call Meg McGuire at 336-342-8271or email at mmcquire@co.rockingham.nc.us. You can also contact Katrina R. White by phone at 336-342-8150 or email at kwhite@co.rockingham.nc.us.

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RC Soil & Water Conservation holds T-Shirt Sales & Raffle T-Shirt Sales and NC Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts and NC District Employees Association Gator Raffle.

Earth Day was April 22 each year. You can show your support all year round with a colorful and comfortable earth day t-shirt. Tshirt sales will help support conservation efforts in Rockingham County. The T-shirts are $15.00 and in Children and Adult sizes.

Quantities are limited so place your order in a timely fashion.

Raffle tickets will be sold thru January 1, 2015. Tickets are $5.00 each or 5 for $20.00. 1st place prize is a John Deere Gator XUV 5500 4 wheel drive suggested retail value $9,500, 2nd place prize is a Holland Wrangler Gas Grill suggested retail value $700.00 and 3rd place $500.00 cash 4th place $250.00, 5th $100.00. Proceeds from the raffle support NCASWCD (NC Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts) and DEA (NC District Employees

Association).

Both the T-shirts and raffle tickets will be sold from the Rockingham County Soil & Water Conservation District office at 525 NC 65, Suite 100, Wentworth, NC. We are located

in the Rockingham County Agriculture Center.

Call our District Office at 336-342-0460 Extension 3 to place an order.

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THE SCOOP ON SENIOR FUN Eden Senior Center

508 Orchard Ave, Eden - Call 627-4711 for information on any of the following • Corn Hole -Every Thursday at 10:00 at the Garden of Eden Senior Center • *Watercolor- Wednesdays or Fridays 9:30-12 Loretta Martin instructor. Classes ongoing call for details. Class is $6 per class.

• Friends Club –Meetings are Tuesdays from 10-11 at the Senior Center. Anyone is welcome to come join the fun and fellowship.

First Tuesday – speaker/meeting Second Tuesday Heart Healthy Club (Eden Drug) Third Tuesday is Tuesday tea and Show & Tell/ speaker 4th Tuesday Lunch outing (at chosen restaurant) or field trip if there is a 5th Tuesday we will have Game Day (bingo, dominos, board games, card games…..)

• Line Dance- Mondays 10:15-11:15 classes are held at the CB Hut during tax season. (will eventually move classes to the senior center) • Legal Aid will be May 8th at 10:00am call 1-800-951-2257 to make an appointmentvt • Exercise with us on Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30-9:00. Sit down or stand up class using resistance bands, balls and hand held weights. ***** NEW Exercise class****Flex Class – (think outside the gym) Exercise for people who do not want to go to the gym.

Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the CB Hut from 11:15am- 12pm. It is free for participating health plans and will be no cost to the public.

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

• Bingo Bash at 9:00 on Monday, May19th at the Garden of Eden Senior Center.

• Pickle ball- Learn to play now and join in on all the fun! We play every Friday at 10:00 at Mill Avenue Recreation Center.

• Dance at the CB Hut - for all ages on Saturday, May 10th from 7-9:30. Music provided by the Bullet Band. Come enjoy good clean fun, fellowship in a smoke free environment. Admission is $5 at the door. •

Reidsville Senior Center

201 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville Call 349-1088 for Information on any of the following listings: Our main office is now located in the former Salvation Army Community Bldg. at 708 Barnes St., Reidsville Phone: 394-4841. Fitness Classes are held at The Reidsville Recreation Dept. Gymnasium.

• Reidsville Senior Center-Salvation Army Community Bldg.. 708 Barnes St, Reidsville #-336-394-4841 Painting, Crochet, Rook, Canasta, Pegs & Jokers Card Game, Bingo. Call for days and times.

• Reidsville Teen Center - 506 Sprinkle St., Reidsville #-336-394-4864 • Recreation Gym - 206 N. Washington Avenue, Reidsville, Call 336-394-4841 Rusty Hinges Exercise, Dance, Senior Aerobics • Senior Strikers Bowling at Reidsville Lanes - 2 pm- 4pm • Wednesday Jewelry Making Class- Free - call for place/time/items needed.

• Free tax assistance with the VITA Program, location will be The Reidsville Teen Center, 506 Sprinkle Street.

Appointments for Tuesdays and Fridays only from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Call 394-4841 to make an appointment.

• Pickleball: If you would like to learn and see what Pickleball is all about please come on out to our clinics Fridays •

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300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Inside Madison/Mayodan Rec. Dept. Building. Call 548-2789, 548-9572 • The Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department will be offering Acoustic/Electric Guitar Lessons taught by Instructor, Samuel Tosto. Lessons will be held on Wednesdays from 3:00 – 7:00pm in 1 hour sessions. Spots will only be available to a limited number of students! Ages 10 and up are welcome. The cost will be $20.00 per lesson or $80.00 per month. Pre-registration is required and is on a first come first serve basis. To pre-register or for more information, contact Lauren at the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department at (336) 548-2789 • Staying Strong: FREE exercise program Adults 55+ Instructor: Julie Joyce Tuesday/Thursday – 10am-11am • Dance Program: This program is for ages 2 - Teens. Classes held Mon., Wed., & Thurs. Schedules and monthly fees will vary. Taught by Deana DeHart and Elizabeth Carter. Call the M-M Rec. Dept. at 548-2789 for info • Piano Program: Piano Lessons every Thurs. for youth and adults. 20 minute sessions, one-on-one lesson with instructor, Dr. James Deere. The cost for lessons is $40 per-month plus books. Spots limited Contact call 548-2789.

• Senior Tap Dance Lessons: Taught by Deana DeHart. Thurs. from 1:30pm – 2:30pm. $25 per-month for ages 55+ • Zumba Fitness Program: 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.

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Due to renovations Bingo, Rook and Blood Pressure checks are being done Tuedsays at the Agricultural Center in Wentworth CALL 342-4261, ext. 2163 for details and directions.

Courses Offered: • WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! Due to budget cuts and space constraints, the Center for Active Retirement will be moving off campus, a suitable building in Wentworth has been identified; but needs renovations to meet the standards for a Senior Center of Excellence. Estimates for renovations top out at around $60,000. How can you help? Simply, by making a tax-deductible donations.

All donors will be recognized on our “Wall of Fame” inside the new CAR lobby area and will also be recognized in next year’s ADTS Annual Report and on the ADTS website. Send donations to: ADTS—CAR Renovations, PO Box 1915, Reidsville, NC 27323 • Senior Aerobics. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30am to 10:30am.We use a variety of videos in this FREE course.

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Resolution supported by both Commisioners and Partnership During a special called meeting in April, the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution of support to reorganize the County’s economic development service delivery structure. The resolution was agreed upon following a presentation on the Economic Development Assessment and Recommendations for Rockingham County by Don Kirkman, founding principal of Kirkman Economic Development Consulting (KEDC) in Greensboro.

Kirkman and the UNC School of Government (SOG) were hired for the project by a consortium of Rockingham County entities, which includes the Rockingham County Government, the Reidsville Area Foundation and the Rockingham County Partnership for Economic and Tourism Development.

The specific tasks of this project were to: 1. Review Rockingham County’s existing economic development organizations and structures.

2. Assess public and private sector leadership perceptions and opinions concerning economic development in Rockingham County.

3. Recommend changes to the economic development model that would improve economic development service delivery in the County.

The evaluation included an extensive analysis of the three primary county-supported organizations providing economic development and tourism services: the Rockingham County Partnership for Economic and Tourism Development (the “Partnership”), the RockinghamCounty Business & Technology Center (the “BTC”), and the Rockingham County Tourism Development Authority (the “TDA”).

KEDC conducted over 40 interviews with community leaders and others involved with economic development in Rockingham County. Based on the feedback provided through interviews, as well as their independent review, KEDC and the SOG offer the following 10 recommendations. The first five directly concern the economic development delivery model in Rockingham County, and the remaining five address complementary issues that can enhance the effectiveness of the economic development services provided in the County.

1. Continue to deliver County economic development services through the Partnership, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit corporation.

2. Combine the programs of the BTC under the Partnership.

3.

Remove tourism responsibilities from the Partnership and place them directly under TDA management, with staffing provided by the County under contract.

4. Modify the Partnership’s Articles of Incorporation and

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Bylaws to reduce board size, eliminate memberships, and enhance transparency and accountability.

5. Co-locate the Partnership (including the BTC functions), the TDA and the Rockingham Community College Small Business Center.

6. Develop an Operational Plan to prioritize resource allocations for economic development services.

7. Conduct regular economic development training programs for elected officials and other community leaders.

8. Hire an experienced economic development professional as Partnership President. (following the retirement of Graham Pervier in June 2014) 9. Conduct a private sector fundraising campaign to augment Partnership funding.

10. Review all real estate owned and optioned by the Partnership.

A copy of the full report is available at: www.co.rockingham.nc.us/newsView.aspx?nid=7 795.

“This report includes 10 recommendations that we believe will improve economic development outcomes for Rockingham County,” said Don Kirkman.

“The most significant among the recommendations are combining the BTC and the Partnership under the Partnership umbrella, and the transfer of tourism marketing responsibilities from the Partnership to the TDA.” Kirkman added, “Rockingham County citizens and elected leaders should be encouraged. The County has many assets and strengths, and most importantly, its leaders and the citizens they represent share a

passion for improving this community and the lives of those who reside here.”

“The NC Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development confirmed that domestic visitors spent $62.3 million in Rockingham County last year, an increase of 3.74 percent. Business NC rated Rockingham County seventh in the state with construction in the last few months. NEWS 2 reported Rockingham County attracted six expansion projects over a million dollars including Ruger with $26 million and 473 jobs. Add to that Amcor, Albaad, Sans Fibers, and the list goes on and on,” said Lance Metzler, Rockingham County Manager.

“We’ve seen success in a tight economy but we must do more. This objective study, assessment, and subsequent recommendations are vital to attract, retain and grow economic development and tourism.

Reorganizing our economic development service delivery structure will propel our economic engine so doing business in Rockingham County is more efficient, more effective, and more focused,” added Metzler.

The current Rockingham County Partnership Board of Directors will vote on the Resolution of Support at its regularly scheduled Board meeting on Wednesday, March 19, 2014.

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“First Times”

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I had a first this week. It caught unaware and made me catch my breath. I know it may seem a little silly but it was the first time I had heard my name announced over the loud speaker at a game as Coach Ken White.

To someone like me who never played sports in high school it was kinda cool.

It made me think of other first and how important those are in our lives.

First times are important.

We tend to think that first times belong to the young but if you are open to life they can happen at any time. First times do not have to be rare. I remember when Larson took his first steps, I know where I was when Amy told me that she was going to have Hanson. I remember the first time I looked in Amy's eyes and knew that she was the one.

These memories are important to me and I hold on to them.

Big things are easy to remember you first time but the smaller more personnel first times are just as important. I remember the first time I jumped off the cliffs at Lake Mead, I remember the first time I went to New York City, I remember my first dog( I named her Puppy).

What do you remember? Do you remember the first time you cried at the lost of a loved one? Do you remember the first time you watched a sunrise?

Do you remember the first time you saw something and really believed in God? There are people who live life only remembering lasts. This is the last time I will say goodbye, this is the last time I will

The First Church of the Brethren, located at 730 Church Street in Eden, is again this year participating with God’s Pit Crew, located in Danville, VA – in filling Blessing Buckets. These are 5 gallon buckets, provided by God’s Pit Crew, that are distributed, EMPTY, to our congregation, and any other persons interested in helping fill the Blessing Buckets. Our church as participated in this wonderful ministry for eleven (11) years.

The buckets contain items that would help an individual or family “survive” for a few days after a terrible disaster – be it flood, hurricane, tornado, or any other devastation that has taken away everything they own.

One day you have all you need to get through the day – then in just an INSTANT – EVERYTHING YOU OWN is GONE!!!

The list for filling the buckets is: a towel and wash cloth, soap, paper towel roll, bathroom tissue, peroxide, alcohol, cleaning wipes, non-perishable food items with pop lids, plastic spoons/forks, shampoo, tooth brush and tooth paste, band aids, comb, bottled water, and a few other items. Once the items are packed tightly in the Blessing Bucket – we provide a small bible, placed on the top of the items, then the bucket is sealed.

Our goal for this year is filling 200 buckets. If you, your church, your family and friends, would like to participate in this Blessing bucket project at the Eden Church of the Brethren, please contact the Church office, Tuesday through Friday, 9 to 12 at (336) 627-7063 and leave contact information with the Secretary.

Other times, you may leave a message.

Our Pastor, Brother Tom Auker, extends an invitation for all that would like to partocopate. YOU will be Blessed!!! If you prefer, you may make a monetary donation.

by Ken White

White ever eat here, this is the last time I will_____________, fill in the blank. I understand that there are last times and that they are important to us. It's just that if you are living trying to hold on to the last time you did something you miss out of a lot of first times.

I remember my last day at A Cleaner World, I can also tell you where I was the first time a stranger ask me what I did for a living and I said I was a massage therapist. I remember seeing the Eiffel Tower the first time, it was at night and it was raining. I remember my first college Spring Break and no my children will not be allowed to go to Mexico.

I remember holding Hanson the first time and smelling his head, I still take a deep breath every time he lets me hug him, however at 14 he doesn't always smell as good.

Last times are important to remember but first times are important to savor and hold on to.

So this Spring I want you to do something for the first time. It doesn't have to be huge like jumping off a cliff, by the way the water in Lake Mead is cold even if the summer temp in July is 1oo degrees. It just needs to be important to you. I think I will try brussel sprouts, probably will not be as much fun as hearing my name over the loud speaker. They are good with bacon, right?

Dan River report clears water Farmers along the Dan River can use surface water for crops and livestock becausez the remains from the coal ash spill have settled to the bottom, according to a report by three North Carolina State University scientists. The scientists found that lead, arsenic, copper and other byproducts of coal burned at a Duke Energy Corp. power plant have declined

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For more information on Eden water quality, please contact Economic Development Director Mike Dougherty at 623-2110, option 7, or Environmental Services Director Terry Shelton at 6232110, option 4. Note: The Raleigh News & Observer April 18, 2014 edition is the source of the information on the N.C. State/Duke Energy study contained in this article.

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While we hope to raise money for him the entry fees and team support, additional donations are crucial to the success of this program. Please consider making a pledge to a worthwhile calls, your gift will go far in guaranteeing that the arts will continue to be an important part of the school curriculum and Rockingham County, and our children's education.

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Working with offenders Project S A F E Rockingham County, an anti-gun violence project shared by the six law enforcement departments, is gearing up for its zsixth notification, or call-in, meeting. Some of the most violent offenders from around the county will be brought in to this meeting on May 28, at 3p.m. at the Agricultural Center in Wentworth, and they will be given an ultimatum to put down their guns or suffer the consequences. And, while Project SAFE Rockingham County (PSRC) is busy making plans for that, behind-the-scenes efforts continue as workers help offenders who have been called in and then seek assistance. Between call-ins, held in May and November each year, PSRC partners with Project Re-entry, an exoffender transitional services program, to hold employment workshops and offer individual counseling to offenders who accept the help. A couple of offenders from the November 2013 call-in, who attended a Job Readiness and Retention Workshop, are now sharpening job skills by attending forklift driving classes at Goodwill industries in Reidsville, courtesy of tuition scholarships awarded

by Rockingham Community College. Several other offenders from that call-in are now employed and appear to be doing well. Current economic climate aside, these offenders face some difficult challenges in acquiring employment, for sure, but some are succeeding. In the letter below, a PSRC notified offender shares his experience, life upon release from prison, and how PSRC helped him: Help. This word is very unique in that to some when used it provides assistance and to others it is deemed crippling and seen as weak. For me it was the latter.

Growing up, I had to at times fend for myself; there was no assistance for me, at least that was my perception. In life there is a fight or flight mentality that I believe is embedded within each of us and while some will never have to fully embrace either concept it becomes hard to understand why people do the things they do. For the sake of time I won’t go in deep about the struggles of why I did what I did or the dynamics of why people do the things they do. But I will say that I feel that at the end of the day we as people through nurturing and personal experience make the decisions we do because it seems right for us at

the time. I was recently released from a seven year and eight month sentence. In the beginning I had a decision to make. I could continue on the path that I’m on or I could make changes to become someone better, someone greater than his circumstance. After some serious soul searching I decided that my best thinking got me in prison so I would have to help myself to adopt some new set of values and principles that would guide my life for the better. Over my time of incarceration I helped myself to know different and to become better, I believed in myself that I could be better. August 21, 2013 I was released from the bonds in which I enslaved myself to. With a new set of goals and outlook on life I would hit the ground running to a better life no matter what. For the next five months I dedicated myself to finding a job and time after time the story was the same I would get to the interview and all was well until the question was asked, so what happened with your incarceration?

Now some may know of success stories of people that were able to get a job quickly, or about someone that was able to get a job despite their crime. Well I’m here to tell you that I believe myself to be an optimist and each situation can vary dramatically; crime, time and who’s willing to be the first to offer you their help can shape your outcome. Project Safe. I was presented with some options through my probation officer to take a voluntary class which is where I met with Mr. Dattero, the coordinator for Project SAFE. Because I needed help I expressed to him my situation and, over the next few months, Project SAFE Rockingham County helped me open doors that I felt without might not have ever been opened. I now have a Job working at a manufacturing plant in Reidsville, NC and, though my home situation has gotten better, Project SAFE provided me with assistance to a place where I could live if I needed it. In conclusion, the start to anything positive begins first with helping yourself because if you don’t first believe in yourself then no one else will believe in your vision, in the same if you want for yourself and your community a safer atmosphere then help those who are being introduced back into your community they need you just as much as you need them. A little help can go a long way. - Notified offender from November 2013 Call-in.

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A native of Texas, David was destined to become a storyteller. From a family with generations of storytellers, David enjoyed hearing the tales as a young boy and when he began to pursue his musical passion, he quickly realized just how intertwined storytelling and folk music were. He recalls, “I never thought about telling stories in public until I began to collect mountain music and came across interesting and unusual anecdotes from mountain folks. I began to use these stories in concerts and realized the power storytelling holds.”

Piedmont Folk Legacies is delighted to welcome David Holt to Eden, North Carolina the weekend of June 13th and 14th.

Make sure to visit any of the Charlie Poole social media sites and hear some of David Holt’s songs and stories before the festival. Join Piedmont Folk Legacies and the Charlie Poole Music Festival as David Holt is recognized for his contributions to the folk community.

Food and other vendors will be on-site for the festival, plus a Little Ramblers children’s area, and basic camping is available free for paid patrons. Tickets are $15 for the Friday concert, $15 for all day Saturday, or $25 for a weekend pass. Further information is posted at www.charliepoole.com.

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