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Eden Venture Business Park Night Owl National Contractor owner Ron Hutchins purchased the former Eden Mall earlier this spring. The 111,693 square foot facility will be repurposed into a light industrial and professional space. Hutchins will accommodate tenants in a build to suit arrangement. No retail is planned for the facility. Hutchins plans to devote 70,000 SF of space to cabinet operation to compliment the 80,000 SF space dedicated to countertop fabrication in the former K-Mart facility. The Grand Opening for the Night Owl National Stoneworks facility took place on October 1st, just a day after the Nestle Purina announcement. The City of Eden is seeking a NC Department of Commerce Building Reuse grant to assist the cabinet operation. City Economic Development staff are also assisting Hutchins in recruiting tenants to outparcel spaces. “We are grateful to Mr. Hutchins for creating his countertop fabrication business in the former K-Mart

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Nestle Purina PetCare... Continued from Page 1 without the help of Senator Phil Berger.” Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) said, "This massive investment is a gamechanger for the community, I can't emphasize enough how encouraging and positive this major investment is for our area." Upon announcing thier first significant manufacturing facility in North Carolina, Kruger, President of Nestle Purina PetCare said, “At Purina we have a passion for pets and the people who love them. And for more than 90 years we have advanced nutrician through science based products that help dogs and cats live longer healther lives. Our factories manufacture some of the world’s most trusted and popular pet care brands.” Purina is also mindful in operating in environmentally friendly ways that protect the natural resourses. Nolan Terry, VP and Dir. of

Manufacturing at Purina said, “We absolutely can’t wait to transform this facility into a world class pet food operation, and drive the economic impact that Sec. Copeland mentioned earlier” Great people and a great location is a winning combination.The employees to be hired will include professional staff, production operators, logistics operators, as well as technical staff and engineers. Operation should begin in 2022. There will also be a warehouse and office operations spanninig 1.3 million sq. ft. in the 1300 acre property. Terry also said, “We are also committed to making pet care products in an environmentally sustainable way. With sustainability at the forefront of our design, we can focus on our committment to send zero waste for disposal as well as production processes that are designed to recover and resuse both heat and water. This is what we aspire

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They met with community leaders and promised to bring jobs back to the area.” They have succeeded. He also thanked Neslte Purina on behalf of the people of the City of Eden and Rockingham County for restoring jobs and making a record financial investment in this facility, as well as all those involved in Eden in making this possible, including but not limited to Mike Dougherty, City Attorney Erin B. Gilley, Interim City Manager Terry Shelton as well as the new City Manager Jon Mendenhall, and of course the entire Eden City Council. Leigh Cockram, Director of the Rockingham County Center for Economic Development, thanked the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina for all their leadership in the project, Kerry Taylor-Pinnix, the City of Eden’s Mike Doughterty, John Mendenhall, Terry Shelton and Mayor Hall, along with County Commissioners and County Manager Metzler, the Draper Rural Fire Department and the Eden Fire Department in working together to provide adequate fire protection for the facility, and DH Griffin (David, Donna and Devin) and 77 Ventures group of individtauls who purchased the facility in hopes to bring a truly impactful business into the community.

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UNC Rockingham Health Care welcomes new Chief Nursing Officer Rockingham Health Care has named Tammy Needham, MSN, RN, BAOM, as its Chief Nursing Officer. Since mid-August, Needham has served as interim CNO at the hospital in Needham Eden, while continuing as CNO at UNC Health’s Chatham Hospital in Siler City, a role she’s held for eight years. Needham will transition to the full-time CNO position at UNC Rockingham on Oct. 18, and will supervise multiple clinical departments across the hospital, additionally serving as one of five members of the hospital’s Senior Leadership Team. Selected from a field of more than 40 candidates, UNC Rockingham’s interim CEO Steven Eblin said Needham’s experience in promoting a culture of safety, enhancing the patient experience and her record of driving significant increases in quality were major reasons for her selection. Under her leadership, Chatham Hospital was recognized in September by Becker’s Hospital Review as a top-rated hospital for patient experience. “We will benefit from Tammy’s integrity, accountability, enthusiasm, and her ability to lead change,” Eblin said. Prior to becoming the CNO at Chatham Hospital, Needham was CNO at Sutter Davis Hospital in California. Needham earned both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from UNC Wilmington. She is currently enrolled in a doctoral nursing program at Maryville University that she is scheduled to complete in 2022. About UNC Health Care UNC Health Care is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. It exists to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina and to provide state-of-the-art patient care.

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Local Farewells Loved ones of Rockingham County who have recently passed away Kenneth Ray Allen, 61 - Mayodan Christina Cheyenne Armijo, 25 David Ray Atkins, 61 - Eden Katherine “Peggy” Cannon Bibee, 86 - Stoneville Irene Wilmouth Bailey, 84 - Eden William Darryl Barefoot, 56 Donald Wayne Barham, 80 Howard Baughn, 81 - Stoneville James “Jimmy” Mason Burroughs, 79 - Stoneville Wanda Lee Gibson Busic, 69 - Mayodan W. Estelle Brown Conner Alma Nance Clark - Ruffin Betty Ann Goad Cardwell, 81 - RC Lillian Wilson Case Charles Columbus Carter, Sr., 80 Lonnie “Preston” Cox Jr., 80 - Reidsville Dr. Jerome Irvin “Jerry” Davis, 73 Annie Ruth Joyce, 80 - Madison Garnett Gilley Dunn, 79 Dara Lynn Dunn, 71 - Ruffin James Elmer Dickerson, 87 - RC Roy E. “Joe” Dillon, 85 - Stoneville Dorothy Hill Funqua, 89 - Reidsville William Faircloth

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Novel Impure Waters writen by Eden native A new book has been released with a local connection. Impure Waters by James Hutcherson, originally from Eden: When the small North Carolina town of Eli was flooded in the early 1940s to make way for a TVA dam and lake, the homes and businesses were buried beneath the water - but buildings weren't the only things buried. There are hushed stores of a spirit that lingers beneath the murky waters, hiding a dark secret.

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from the audience after receiving the Outstanding Volunteer Certificate and a county lapel pin from Chairman Mark Richardson and Commissioner Reece Pyrtle. Rockingham County School Board member, Doug Isley, wrote on Sharpe’s nomination form: “Mr. Terry Sharpe of Summerfield is a 69-year-old, Rockingham County resident, Veteran Marine aka ‘The Walking Marine.’ He has completed 8,300-mile walks in seven years (two in one year) to Washington, DC from Stokesdale, NC, to raise awareness of the current veteran suicide rate, which stands at 22 per day. Terry brings attention to veteran hunger and veteran homelessness, both of which have a direct correlation to the veteran suicide rate. At different times during the year, Terry will go out in Rockingham and Guilford County and stand at major intersections to also bring awareness to the veteran suicide rate. In Oct./2019, Terry stood

in place for 22 hours straight, on the corner of Battleground and New Garden Road in Greensboro. Terry chose to donate all proceeds from the walk to Nine Line Foundation, an all volunteer non-profit which helps build mini homes for veterans that are homeless. In April/2019, he was recognized by Evan Williams Co. He received $10,000 and donated it to the Rockingham Vet. coalition.” Rockingham County has a long, proud tradition of volunteerism from citizens who dedicate their time and service in helping others and creating a strong sense of community throughout the county. To recognize these volunteers who positively impact the lives of others, the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners invite you to help honor a deserving county volunteer for using talents and compassion to make a difference. Please nominate a local citizen as Outstanding Volunteer with this online nomination:

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Eden Veteran Receives New Roof Installedby Skywalker Roofing Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project Gives Back to U.S. Military Veterans. Franklin Martin, a U.S. Army veteran, of Price Grange Road, Eden received a new roof in September, from Skywalker Roofing, an Owens Corning Platinum Roofing Contractor, as part of the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project. Martin and his wife Loretta had a friend bring by a form to fill out, and about five weeks later he received a call telling him he had been chosen to receive the new roof. Speaking of the project, Martin said, “They did a great job, it looks good and I want to thank them.” Through a partnership with Purple Heart Homes, Franklin Martin, who served from 195356, was selected and approved as the recipient for the roof replacement. Luke Wilson, owner of Skywalker Roofing, said, “Your roof is the most vital part of your home. It’s what protects you from the elements... It’s kind of interesting that Mr. Martin went out and protected us and gave us

peace of mind and that’s what Skywalker Roofing is doing. We’re giving him peace of mind knowing he’s protected with a new roof over his head.” The Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project is a nationwide effort to show gratitude and honor the veterans who served our country and the families who support them. Since the inception of this program in 2016, more than 200 military members have received new roofs. Skywalker Roofing, Purple Heart Homes, Owens Corning and U.S. Army veteran Franklin Martin. Luke Wilson from Skywalker Roofing will be available to speak with media about the Roof Deployment Project. Skywalker Roofing is providing a new roof for U.S. Army veteran Franklin Martin, as part of the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project. The Owens Corning Foundation is donating roofing materials and Skywalker Roofing is donating the labor. Skywalker Roofing Company is one of the Stokesdale area’s largest and

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Rockingham County Bookmobile stops: Tuesdays: Eagle's Truck Stop on Hwy. 220, 9am-3pm Wednesdays: Moore's Store in Bethany, 9am-3pm Thursdays: French's Store in Ruffin, 9am-3pm These stops will be focused on providing Wi-Fi to the outskirts of Rockingham County, but will be open for patrons during these times as well. We're only allowing one patron in at a time, and masks are required. Rockingham County Bookmobile will also be at the Governmental Center, 2nd Friday of each month, 12 noon to 1:30pm, circle drive near flags, 371 NC 65, Reidsville, 27320.

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New Technology Brings More Advanced Radiation Oncology to UNC Cancer Care at Rockingham On Sept. 16, UNC Cancer Care at Rockingham, A Service of UNC Hospitals began operation of its new $3.8 million linear accelerator, a machine used to deliver high-dose radiation beams to tumors inside the body. The Elekta Infinity linear accelerator provides newer, faster and more precise treatment to patients undergoing radiation therapy. It replaces an older linear accelerator at the facility that remained in use during the construction and installation phase for the linear accelerator, ensuring that there were no disruptions to care for patients requiring radiation. “This is a state-of-the-art therapy device that brings the same cutting-edge technology available at major hospital centers, directly to our community,” said Dr. Ted Yanagihara, radiation oncologist at UNC Cancer Care at Rockingham. The partnership and collaboration with UNC Health, UNC School of Medicine’s Dept. of Radiation Oncology and the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center not only advance upgrades such as the linear accelerator, the affiliation also provides our Eden-based oncologists with access to the latest research and clinical trials. UNC Rockingham treats a wide variety of cancers using both radiation and chemotherapy. “This upgrade is another example of UNC Health’s investment in the care for people in Rockingham County and its commitment to our mission to

improve the health and wellness of all North Carolinians,” said Steven Eblin, President and CEO at UNC Rockingham Health Care. As cancer therapies advance, so do the delivery tools, enabling physicians to treat patients more accurately and efficiently. The new linear accelerator allows higher doses of radiation to focus with greater accuracy on a pinpointed site. The ability to fine-tune and target cancer cells minimizes damage to surrounding, healthy tissue The more advanced linear accelerator can also reduce the daily treatment regimen from months to sometimes only a few weeks. Each individual treatment is also shortened, a benefit that’s especially key to patients who are elderly, disabled or in pain. “It expands the types of cancer we can treat, which means patients might avoid travel to a distant facility for specialized treatment,” said Yanagihara. Since radiation treatments are often delivered daily, having advanced care close to home saves time and eliminates the stress of traveling out of the area for care. In other improvements, the Rockingham Health Care Foundation awarded the cancer center a $15,000 grant to create a patient resource room. It’s an area where patients can relax, explore educational materials and meet with a cosmetologist about make-up, scarves and wigs. The area is decorated with art created by cancer patients

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from across North Carolina. Upgrades were also made in the cancer center’s pharmacy which must meet United States Pharmocopeia (USP) guidelines for the safe handling of hazardous drugs. Areas were renovated to improve safety when receiving, storing and compounding drugs used in chemotherapy and other cancer treatments. The staff at UNC Cancer Care at Rockingham looks forward to hosting an open house when COVID-19 cases have diminished. The cancer center is at 516 South Van Buren Road, across from the Emergency Department at UNC Rockingham Health Care. For more information, phone (336) 623-9713 or visit . About UNC Health UNC Health is an integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. It exists to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina and to provide state-of-the-art patient care. UNC Health is comprised of in Chapel Hill, ranked consistently among the best medical centers in the country; the , a nationally eminent research institution; in Hendersonville; in Siler City; in Clayton and Smithfield; in Kinston; in Goldsboro; in Lenoir; in Rocky Mount; in Eden, in Jacksonville, and its provider network in Wake County; and the . For more information, please visit .

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Thursday between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm throughout the month of October. If there is five or more people in one vehicle requesting a flu shot, please call ahead to notify. Parents with young children anxious about vaccinations need to make an appointment to be seen inside the health department. In the mist of a continued COID-19 pandemic, it is even more important that citizens get a flu shot. The dangerous risk of contracting the flu, subsequently weakening the immune system, with potential exposure to COVID-19 can result in a serious and even fatal outcome. Seasonal flu occurs every year and is highly contagious. The flu is caused by a virus that cannot be treated by antibiotics. The flu is much more than just a simple cold and will occur more suddenly and severely. Symptoms include fever, chills, headaches, aching muscles, cough, and sore throat. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms it is best to stay home on bed rest for a few days to avoid coming into contact with other

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Flu Season... Continued from Page 8 people. Some people are at a greater risk for developing flu-related complications, include: children younger than five, adults 65 years of age and older, pregnant women, and others with certain illnesses or diseases (consult your regular doctor if you are unsure if you are at a greater risk). In order to avoid catching the flu, your best defense is to get the flu vaccine which can protect you for up to one year. It is also rbest to practice preventive actions everyday such as: covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, washing your hands with soap and water, and avoiding contact with sick people. Most healthy people with the flu do not need to be treated with antiviral drugs. However, it’s very important that antiviral drugs be used early to treat flu in people who are very sick with the flu and have a

greater chance of getting serious flu complications. When planning for your flu vaccination, please be sure to bring your Medicare/HMO or your Medicaid, or private insurance card to the health department. If you are not covered by insurance, Medicare or Medicaid, there is a fee of $30.00 for the flu vaccine. Rockingham County Division of Public Health accepts United Health Care, Blue Cross-Blue Shield of rNorth Carolina, North Carolina Health Choice, MedCost, and Cigna. Unfortunately, insurance carriers not accepted are Humana-HMO, UHC-Compass, Health Team Advantage, Centivo, Aliera, Aetna, RR Medicare, and ChampVA, First Health, Golden Rule, and APL Ameristaff. For more information about the flu vaccine, eligibility, or to make an appointment, please call the Rockingham County Division of Public Health at 336-342-8140.

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Caregiving is not an easy journey, but you do not have to face it alone! LEAF Center facilitates monthly support groups for caregivers of people living with dementia and for brain injury survivors and their caregivers. There are also educational programs and opportunities throughout the year to assist caregivers. There is no doubt that caregiving is a difficult and stressful experience. In addition to the physical and emotional stress involved, many family caregivers face financial stress. The good news is that adult day services are a cost-effective option for caregivers who need a break, and many will qualify for financial assistance through caregiver respite grants. LEAF Center is currently enrolling new participants. Please call us at (336) 347-2328 to learn more about the program and determine if you or your loved one might be interested in what LEAF has to offer!

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Does your pharmacist know your name or sponsor your child’s Little League team? Has your pharmacy ever stayed open late because you needed to fill a prescription but were stuck in traffic? Has your pharmacist worked with your doctor to find a medication that was more affordable under your health plan or had fewer side effects? If you answered yes, you have likely chosen a locally owned, independent pharmacy. Why, because independent pharmacies are known for dispensing far more than medications. Your friendly family pharmacist Most of us live within five miles of a pharmacy and see our pharmacist more often that we see our doctor. That makes our pharmacist a key member of our health care team – in fact, pharmacists consistently rank among the most trusted health care providers. Of the tens of thousands of pharmacies in the U.S., 65% are big box chain pharmacies while independent pharmacies make up roughly 35% of all pharmacies. While big box stores are more likely to offer longer hours or the freedom to refill your prescription at multiple locations, independent pharmacies are noted instead for their personal care – which explains why independent pharmacies consistently top the list for customer service, as ranked by J.D. Power. You are more than a prescription number; you are a friend and a neighbor. Your go-to health care provider The impact of independent pharmacies is perhaps most profound in rural areas, offering an oasis in health care deserts where patients often must travel hours for care. Urban black and Hispanic neighborhoods are also more likely to be home to an independent pharmacy. The reason is for an independent pharmacist, the ability to provide care and impact the lives and health of their patients outweighs the desire to churn out prescription after prescription. Business matters but patients matter more. Independent pharmacies have continued to carve out their niche by adding services to benefit their customers and their communities. These health and wellness services in turn drive higher satisfaction among customers. Services your local independent pharmacy might offer include: • Local delivery • Medicare Part D plan reviews • Compliance packaging • Medication synchronization • Flu shots or other immunizations • Diabetes services • Medication therapy management (MTM) • Compounding • Point of care test services • Medication flavoring The COVID-19 crisis further shone a light on the importance of local pharmacies, with compounding pharmacies creating gallons of hand sanitizer for customers and hospitals and local pharmacies staying safely accessible to their patients by adding curbside pickup and delivery services. Pharmacies have also played a key role in providing COVID-19 testing and will be relied upon to provide COVID-19 vaccinations when one is available, making these important measures available everywhere, from urban areas to underserved rural ones. The health benefits of a good conversation More complex patients are more likely to be drawn to – and benefit from – an independent pharmacy. Developing close relationships and receiving personalized care from their pharmacist can lead to improved outcomes. Like discussions about side effects to concerns about costs, your pharmacist can assess the effectiveness of your current medications and if necessary, work with your doctors to find other medications that are more tolerable or cost-efficient under your health care plan. Adding in popular services like MTM, delivery, and medication synchronization (coordinating all of your medications for same-day refill each month) can help patients with difficult medicine regimes stay compliant with their doctor’s treatment plan, leading to better health. We’re here to help We are proud to be your independent community pharmacy, and we are always here – for you, your family, and your health.

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significant erosion, especially on the northern section of the trail, necessitating its closure. The City plans to restore the first Âž mile of the trail by mid-October and is working with several environmental agencies on a plan to repair the remainder of the trail. In 2018, Duke Energy initially awarded a $100,000 grant from its Duke Energy Water Resources Fund to underwrite the majority of trail construction costs. The City contributed $30,000 of the initial trail development costs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very pleased that Duke Energy has once again partnered with Eden to help restore this very popular trail,â&#x20AC;? stated Mike Dougherty, Director of Economic Development for the City of Eden. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People from across Rockingham County and southern Virginia have enjoyed this trail.â&#x20AC;? Dougherty was especially grateful to Duke Energy District Manager Davis Montgomery who was instrumental in supporting this grant. Davis has been a strong advocate for the City for several years and we appreciate his efforts on its behalf.â&#x20AC;? Mr. Montgomery made a formal presentation of these funds at the October 20, 2020 Eden City Council meeting.

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County Manager on NC Association of County Commissioners Board Rockingham County Manager Lance Metzler was appointed to serve on the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) Board of Directors for the 2020-2021 term as the County Managers' Representative. He will represent county managers in a non-voting role. NCACC President Ronnie Smith said Metzler's "service to county government throughout the state is greatly appreciated, and I welcome your participation in the governance oversight of the Association." Smith explained: "This is an important year for the NCACC as it continues to face unprecedented times with the ongoing pandemic and as the Association sets the legislative agenda for the next biennium through the legislative goals process. This Board plays an important and active role in preparing for this to help ensure that the advocacy priorities for counties are well represented at the state and federal levels." Metzler was sworn in at the Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oct. board meeting; and will serve through the 114th Annual Conference in Aug/2021. The Board of Directors and its Executive Committee make policy decisions to guide the NCACC and its staff throughout the year. The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) is the official voice of all 100 counties on issues considered by the General Assembly, Congress and federal and state agencies. The Association provides expertise to counties in the areas of advocacy, research, risk management and education and leadership training.

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TWO, 100-year-old, WWII Heroes Receive Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Highest Honor The Order of the Long Leaf Pine Awards, the highest and most prestigious honor conferred by the Governor of North Carolina, was presented to 100-year-old, Mr.Â PaulÂ Prewitt,Â and 100-year-old, Mr. Riley Rankin. The presentation was made at the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners, in Commissioners Chambers, Governmental Center, 371 NC Hwy. 65, Reidsville, 27320. Prewitt of Eden,Â WWII hero and former U.S. Army technical sergeant, was conferred a Knight of the National Order of the Legion of Honor by the French government.Â Rankin of Reidsville, is also a WWII hero and was a U.S. Army Staff Sergeant. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine â&#x20AC;&#x153;is presented to persons for exemplary service to the State of North Carolina and their communities that is above and beyond the call of duty and which has made a significant impact and strengthened North Carolina.â&#x20AC;?

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How small businesses can capitalize on Black Friday Millions of small businesses have had a difficult year in 2020. As the novel coronavirus COVID-19 spread across the globe, governments all over the world took unprecedented measures to prevent the virus from claiming more lives. Public health measures like social distancing undoubtedly saved lives, but small businesses bore the brunt of the economic impact of such measures. According to the National Bureau of Economic Research, the number of active business owners decreased by 22 percent from February to April 2020. A Brookings analysis of Opportunity Insights Economic Tracker data found that, compared to January 2020, small businesses in North Dakota,

Friday sales in local newspapers and join your local chamber of commerce in encouraging shop local efforts on Black Friday. • Open early. In an effort to promote social distancing, some big box retailers have announced changes to their Black Friday strategies. Those changes may include more limited store hours and later openings. Local small business owners can capitalize on such strategical shifts by opening their stores early on Black Friday without compromising social distancing guidelines. Place a sign outside your store that highlights your early opening but also reminds customers of your mask and social distancing policy. Thank customers in advance for adhering to your policy and for bringing

Washington, D.C. and Hawaii experienced a 60 percent decline in revenue between mid-March and mid-May. In the wake of such challenges, many small businesses have been forced to shutter. For those that have managed to stay afloat, the upcoming holiday season could prove vital to their survival. Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving and marks the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping season. It’s a day when consumer spending annually reaches into the billions of dollars. For example, Adobe Analytics reported that Black Friday shoppers spent a record $7.4 billion in 2019. Capitalizing on Black Friday in 2020 can help small businesses generate a substantial amount of revenue in a year that has been chock full of financial challenges. The following are some strategies small businesses can employ to make this Black Friday as lucrative as possible. • Connect with the locals. In recognition of the economic challenges faced by small businesses in 2020, local chambers of commerce have gone to great lengths to encourage residents to shop local as economies have slowly reopened. Residents have responded to such efforts, and small businesses can do their part by making concerted efforts to connect with locals in advance of Black Friday. Advertise Black

much-needed revenue to your business. • Optimize your mobile site. Lines are the norm on a typical Black Friday, but they might be even longer this year as small businesses minimize the number of people they allow in their store at one time. By optimizing their mobile sites in advance of Black Friday, small business owners can ensure shoppers waiting online have access to what’s inside the store even before they enter. That can make it easier to wait on line and ease customers’ concerns about spending too much time inside the store. • Emphasize your status as a small business. The pandemic will no doubt compel many Black Friday shoppers to avoid crowded malls and big box stores in 2020. Small business owners can use their status as small businesses to their advantage by reminding customers their showrooms are small and easily controlled. Small businesses may be struggling in 2020. But Black Friday is a golden opportunity for small businesses to recoup some of the revenue they’ve lost in a challenging year. TF20B475 SOCIAL MEDIA TEXT: The following are some strategies small businesses can employ to make this Black Friday as lucrative as possible.

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• COUNSELLING / JOB SEARCH HELP available Wednesdays by appointment from 10am - 6pm in the Life Changes Building at 7586 NC 770, Stoneville. 336-327-8663. - ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Call the following numbers to find out what schedules are still operating for the present Monday • Evening Words of Wisdom -6:00 pm. Life Changes Bldg, 7586 NC HWY 770 - Reidsville. (336) 623-8584 • Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Tuesday • “A Vision for You” Group – 6:00 pm St. Thomas Episc. Church, 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville (336) 349-3511 Wednesday • Sparrow Group - 8:00pm William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St., Reidsville (800)591-6474 Thursday • Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Friday • “A Vision for You” Group – 8:00 pm Open Discussion, St. Thomas Epi. Ch.. 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville 349-3511 Saturday • 12 Changes Group – 9:00 am Life Changes Bldg., 7586 NC Hwy 770, Eden (336) 623-8584 • Serenity Group – 11:00 am William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St. – Reidsville (800)591-6474 • Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Sunday Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 ALANON Thursday • Draper Al-Anon Group - 7:00 pm First United Methodist Church 130 Main Street - Draper • Madison-Mayodan Group – 8:00 pm Episcopal Church of the Messiah 114 S. 2nd Ave. – Mayodan Sunday Paths to Recovery – 7:00 pm Reidsville Alliance Church 1300 Freeway Dr. - Reidsville • ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS - Annie Penn Call for date & times. South Day Room. Registration not required. 336-951-4674.

For the Youth

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

LOVE TO LEARN TO PAINT? Join us at the Cascade Community Center, Mondays 10am - 1pm. Only $8. You bring your supplies. 434-685-7512 or 276-340-0101, If no answer leave msg. SPECIAL NEEDS FRIENDS GROUP Madison, First Baptist Church at 110 Franklin St. for anyone with a disability & their families. Crafts, community info., self-help skills, movies, games, music, parties, field trips. Call Teresa Julianso to assure enough supplies, seating, food & drink. Meets at 1 pm most afternoons. WENTWORTH RURITAN CLUB 2nd Tues. monthly at 6:30 at Wentworth United Methodist Church, 1308 NC-65, Monnette Rich 336-951-2526 or Mary Jo Boswell 336-342-4346 STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB At the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. 3rd Tuesday of month - 7pm Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005 INTELLIGENCE RURITAN CLUB Bethany area. 1st Tues. at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall: Comers Chapel Bapt. Church, Bald Hill Loop, Madison. Text 336 686 6013 or email intelligenceruritans@yahoo.com REIDSVILLE CHARTER CHAPTER OF ABWA - Meets 3rd Tuesday monthly at Fursty's Rest. on Freeway Dr.. Reidsville at 6:30 pm. RC FEDERATED REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB 3rd Sat. of every month at 9:30 am for

snacks, 10 am. Rock. Co. Republican Headquarters, 221 Piedmont St., Reidsville. RC AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of month. 708 Barnes St., Reidsville (Salvation Army Gym.) 434-203-3050 EDEN EVENING LION’S CLUB Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of month at Santana’s, Eden at 6:30pm. THE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION OF EDEN Shelby Baker 939-2230 or Norma Woody 623-8807 ROCK. CO. DEMOCRATIC PARTY MONTHLY MEETING 3rd Tuesday of Month 7pm - 8:30pm Room 211, Advanced Tech. Bldg, RCC ROCKINGHAM COUNTY LEADS GROUP A networking group for businesses in county. Meets each Wed. for lunch at El Parral, 734 S. Van Buren Rd. Just show up and join in with other business people in the area for a casual lunch.

Military Groups • ROCK. CO. PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP - Det. of Marine Corps League - All Marines, active/inactive, Navy Corps and Navy Chap. that served with FMF Marine Units and Spouses. 2nd Thur. of each mo. Eat 6pm, meet 7 pm at the Agriculture Building, 525 Hwy 65, Wentworth. Joe Zanetti 336-623-6779 • AMERICAN LEGION POST 534 Post 534 - at 302 N. 12th Av. Mayodan . Rock. Co. Post. The 2nd Sat. at 11 am. Post CDR. David Bray: 336-601-7176 • AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS 2nd Sat. of month at 9:30 AM at Post Building, 302 N. 12th Ave., Mayodan. American Legion, Auxiliary or Sons

Church Events “Church Events” is for Special Occasions that Churches in the county offer the public such as Revivals, Music, Guest Speakers, Programs, Vacation Bible Schools and more. For up to 10 Lines (or less) the fee is $10 The listing will be in the public’s hands for a full month and online, so be sure to tell the public what your place of worship has to offer them. Call 336-627-9234

Please contact your church for schedules or cancelations througout the Month REFORMERS UNANIMOUS ADDICTIONS PROGRAM Complete, Free recovery program meeting at ROBERTS MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Every Friday evening 7-9, Ph. 336-344-5083 203 Memorial Baptist Church Rd. Stoneville NC 27048 www.robertsmemorialbaptistchurch.org Why Are You Still Addicted? We can Help. • EDEN BAPTIST CHURCH The Church With A Y For You! 320 The Boulevard ~ Eden, NC Specialized Sunday School 9:45 AM YSunday Worship 10:45 AM and 6:00 PMY Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer 7:00 PM Ministries for The Entire Family (336) 623-3515; www.EdenBaptistChurch.org • REDEMPTION ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH 2131 Hwy. 14, Reidsville, NC 27320 • 336-420-8805 Pastor D.L. Bray • Youth Pastor Luke Bray #RevivallnReidsville • Van Ministry • Ladies & Men’s Ministry • Youth Ministry • Food Pantry Ministry Sunday School 10am / Sunday AM Worship 11AM Sunday Evening 5pm / Wed. Night 7pm Preaching from the King James Bible •

SHAW CHRISTIAN CHURCH 208 THE BOULEVARD, EDEN Thursday Service 6:30pm - Biblical Learning / Bible Study Saturday 6:30pm - Worship Service Now accepting volunteers for our Children’s Ministry for Thursday and Saturdays

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Ongoing Events of Interest THE LISTED EVENTS ARE THE REGULAR SCHEDULES AND WILL ONLY BE AS LISTED IF RESTRICTIONS ARE LIFTED

of AL with a street legal motorcycle welcome. Bill Morey 276-340-5091 or billmoreyf1@gmail.com • THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS OF ROCK. CO. 2nd Monday. (time?) Chapter 63 -Ag. Bldg. at 525 HWY NC 65, Wentworth, Room 180) Social 6 pm, meeting 7 pm. Transp. for veterans VA appts if needed. 349-6040. Need Volunteers (336) 3940080. • AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 2nd Thursdays of Month at 7PM at the legion. Call Curtis Pierce at 336-6239481 leave message. • AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 Reidsville, 2nd Sat. of month at 10 am (breakfast at 9am) Behind Auto Zone in Reidsville. 336-932-9082, leave mesg. • AMVETS - Local group. All Veterans/ service men & women welcome. Willard (Woody) Waters at 336-635-1786 or woodyeee@embarqmail.com (Dates times of meetings?) • DAV AUXILIARY - New info: 2nd Tuesday of month, Noon at the Golden Coral (where now?) in Reidsville. Betty Gatewood at 336-6237027 • VFW POST 8297- 2nd Sat. of month at 961 Church St. Ext., Reidsville, 10am. Bobby Jones 336-349-7733 • VFW POST 7033 -1st Tuesday of month at 301 12th Ave., Mayodan, 7 PM. Donald Bien,CDR 336-548-3431. • SHARE EXPERIENCES... 3rd Sat. of month 8am - until. Freeman Wood Crafters 413 Church St (Near traffic circle). Eden. Park at the Three Rivers Outfitter follow signs. Call ahead: 336-573-9900. Handicapped access available , No bathrooms and no temperature control.

Community Help MEALS FOR THE HUNGRY • SALVATION ARMY -Mon. thru Fri. 12:00-12:45 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden Rockingham Hope 3692 NC Hwy 14, Reidsville (336) 623-2133 Bus. Hours: Mon. to Thur., 9 am-4 pm Food Pantry Appointment Hours: Tues., Wed., Thur., 9 am-11:30 am • MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time. Anyone 60 +, Activities, good food & fun Hot Nutritious Lunches • HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206

Upcoming Events Rockingham Pregnancy Care Center is selling Christmas Wreaths to raise funds for things needed for our moms and babies. Wreaths are 22 inches finished @ $20 each. Add a bow for an additional price. Call the center at 336.623.5540 for more information or to place your order. All orders must be received by NOVEMBER 30. Available for pickup on Sat., Dec. 5. Thank you for your support.

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• The Eden Lion’s Club Brunswick Stew • Christmas Parades Cancelled Due to the Governor’s COVID-19 social gathering restrictions and limited opportunity to plan these events, both the Leaksville Nighttime Christmas Parade and the Draper Children’s Christmas parades have been cancelled for 2020. Organizers are hopeful to have them return in 2021. • Eden Tour Of Homes - Canceled

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Saturday, November 7th • Final Fish-off for Big Lunker Monthly Winners at Lake Reidsville. Fishing Rules: Tournaments are for ages 16 & under unless otherwise noted. Minors can participate in team tournaments with an adult. Start times are Daylight - 3 p.m., with Night Catfish Tournaments from 6 p.m. - 1 a.m. and the Big Bass Tournament 5 - 9 p.m.

November 13, 14, & 15th (Fri, Sat., Sun.) DOWNTOWN OPEN HOUSE — Eden Select merchants in the Historic Leaksville District will be having their Christmas Open House. Come out and take a look at what they have to offer for the holidays!

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Saturday, November 14th • MADISON MAYODAN HOLIDAY MALL- 9am - 1pm. Pictures with Santa by professional photographer, Vendors galour, Arts & Crafts, Food, shopping for every taste. Register for Door Prizes from all 40+ vendors. For info or to reserve space contact Lauren at 336-548-2789 or laurenmotsinger@gmail.com.

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• EDEN’S HOLIDAY STROLL - Downtown Washington Street - 11am - 7pm. Holiday Stroll on Small Business Saturday. There will be a Hot Chocolate Station at the Park. There are plans to include Horse and Buggy rides around town, a “free” gift wrapping station, and Santa. Most merchants are particiapting in the give away - those who are particiapting will give those who purchase a product from their store a ticket to be put in a drawing for a gift basket. Tickets are also avaliable at the park for $1.00. If you would like to donate anything, please drop it off at Sophisticated Rubbish. Book Mark Our Webpage www.edensown.com Read the paper anytime! Anywhere!

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A program at Cone Health c onnects specialists and cancer patients for a better life. Cancer takes its toll. The treatments can be tough and the disease painful. However, a new program at Cone Health Cancer Center at Wesley Long Hospital is bringing palliative care specialists into the center to work with patients. The goal is not necessarily to plan for the end of life, but to plan on leading a better life. “There is strong accumulating evidence that palliative care in cancer patients leads to better symptom management, improved patient and caregiver quality of life, longer lives and reduced health care costs,” says Elizabeth Golding, DO, medical director, Cone Health Palliative Care Services. “It is not just about hospice and end-of-life care.” Palliative care specialists will be embedded at the cancer center. They will meet with patients and families about how they are managing symptoms and dealing with the stress of helping to care for a loved one who has cancer. B.J. Sintay, PhD, executive director of radiation oncology and chief physicist, Cone Health, says cancer patients frequently receive palliative care, but often meet with specialists at a crisis point. “Palliative care has the potential to help improve quality of life and ease suffering when it is introduced to patients with serious, complex illnesses much earlier,” says Sintay. “By having palliative care specialists working alongside radiation oncologists, we can increase the benefits to patients.” The palliative care specialist will work in the cancer center. They will meet with patients and families and talk about goals, symptom management and the many aspects of life that are outside of cancer treatment. “In oncology, when we look at treating and staging cancer, we are not always looking at all the elements and what else is happening in patients’ lives. ” Matt Manning, MD, medical director, Cone Health Cancer Center.

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Virtual Women’s Only 5K The Cone Health Women’s Only 5K Walk & Run was a Virtual Race this year. All monies raised are going to benefit the Mammography Scholarship Fund and the Cone Health Alight Program. The Mammography Scholarship Fund provides screening mammograms to women who are uninsured or can’t pay for the screening. The Alight Program helps with the everyday needs of breast cancer patients in treatment, such as financial assistance, educational materials, peer mentoring and support groups. “The money raised in this event really makes a difference in the lives of women throughout our area,” says Debbie Cunningham, DNP, RN, senior vice president, women's, children's and behavioral health services. “I want to remind runners that they still have time to join us. I want to thank our 30 plus sponsors and the runners who have already signed up. You are all heroes to our patients and cancer center staff.” The cancer experts at Cone Health Cancer Center treat more cases of breast cancer than any other type. In 2019, 1,003 patients were diagnosed and/or received treatment for newly diagnosed breast cancer.

North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry Receives Fire Prevention and Safety Grant North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry (NCBAM) has been awarded a $40,000 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant from the Department of Homeland Security / FEMA. NCBAM will use grant funds to enhance its Priority #1: Prevention outreach to make aging adults safer in their homes. Trained volunteers will install long life, battery-powered smoke alarms, at no charge, in the homes of individuals 65+ who do not have working alarms and replace alarms that are more than 10 years old. In addition, the ministry will have carbon-monoxide alarms to provide in homes with appliances that burn fossil fuels as well as a limited number of Lifetone alarms for deaf individuals. Volunteers will canvas neighborhoods and ask permission to check residents’ smoke alarms. When alarms need to be replaced, new alarms will be installed in the proper locations at no charge. To follow Covid-19 safety precautions, volunteers will wear masks and gloves and maintain social distancing. Residents will also be asked to wear masks during installation. Canvassing volunteers will be properly identified in various ways depending on what organization they are with. Church volunteers typically have matching shirts/hats/vests etc. Red Cross and fire department volunteers typically have other forms of identification. We cover proper identification during the volunteer training sessions. For people who call the Call Center requesting the installation of smoke detectors, they will be given the name of the person doing the installation and will be told to request to see their special ID. Individuals may contact the NCBAM Call Center at 877.506.2226 to request smoke alarms. Alarm recipients must be 65+, not currently have properly working smoking alarms, or have alarms that are more than ten years old. Churches or other community groups wishing to participate in canvassing or installation may contact NCBAM at 877.506.2226. Training is provided. NCBAM has been connecting volunteers with aging adults in need since 2009. Its mission is to help aging adults maintain their independence and quality of life. NCBAM is a ministry of Baptist Children’s Home of North Carolina.

Covid 19 Testing Options available Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services – Division of Public Health will collaborate with OptumServeTM to provide COVID-19 testing free of charge. The State of North Carolina is partnering with OptumServeTM, the federal government health services business of Optum, to expand no-cost virus testing services in North Carolina and other states throughout the nation. OptumServeTM is experienced in setting up large-scale COVID19 testing at community-based sites across the county. OptumServeTM have successfully performed more than one million COVID-19 test during this unprecedented pandemic. Beginning Monday, October 19, 2020, OptumServeTM will provide testing to clients in Rockingham County. COVID-19 testing

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building and for purchasing the mall property, stated Mike Dougherty, Director of Economic Development for the City of Eden. “Already, he has dramatically improved the exterior of the former mall property and we look forward to the new enterprises coming soon into Eden Venture Business Park.”

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Hunters, hikers and the public are encouraged to call Wildlife Helpline Biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission are asking the public to help them monitor the potential spread of a deadly rabbit disease that has not yet been observed in North Carolina’s rabbit populations by reporting any sightings of dead rabbits to the agency. Commission biologists are working with the N.C. Dept of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) to monitor the spread and impacts of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Serotype 2 (RHDV2), a fatal disease that affects both domestic and wild rabbit populations. RHDV2 is extremely lethal. There is no cure for wild rabbits and a vaccine for domestic rabbits is not readily available in the United States. RHDV2 is classified as a foreign animal disease in the U.S. and currently, is primarily found in southwestern United States. People can spread the virus indirectly by carrying it on their clothing and shoes, but RHDV2 does not impact human health. While RHDV2 has not been observed in North Carolina’s rabbit populations yet, agency biologists are asking the public and hunters to report any sightings of one or more dead wild rabbits where the death is not readily apparent or those found with blood around their nose, mouth or rectum. Anyone who finds a dead rabbit should refrain from touching it unless necessary and call the Commission’s Wildlife Helpline 866-318-2401, The Commission will rely on reports of rabbit mortalities to document the disease’s occurrence and potential spread into North Carolina. The NCDA&CS asks rabbit owners who observe unexplained deaths in their domestic rabbits to contact their veterinarian or the NCDA&CS at 919-7073250. Domestic rabbit owners are also encouraged to follow proper quarantine protocols when introducing a new rabbit and keep domestic rabbits from potential contact with wild rabbits. The NCDA&CS also reminds rabbit owners when

Jesus Saves moving rabbits from other states into North Carolina, a health certificate or Interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection is required. Obtaining a health certificate from a veterinarian prior to bringing a rabbit into North Carolina will help protect the state’s rabbit industry. As of September the latest outbreak confirmed mortalities have occurred in multiple wild and domestic lagomorphs, which includes rabbits, hares and pikas, in seven western/southwestern states. Should the current disease outbreak make its way to the east coast, the Commission is concerned about its potential impact to native rabbit populations. RHDV2 is highly contagious with mortality occurring within nine days after infection. Many times, the only signs of the disease are sudden death and blood-stained noses caused by internal bleeding. Infected rabbits may also develop a fever, be hesitant to eat, or show respiratory or nervous signs such as difficulty breathing, lack of coordination or paralysis. The RHDV2 virus is very resistant to environmental extremes, surviving temperatures below freezing to above 120 degrees Fahrenheit. It can be spread through direct contact with other living or dead rabbits, exposure to an infected rabbit’s excretions or blood, or contracted through mechanical vectors such as flea and fly bites. The virus can also spread from carcasses, food, water and any contaminated materials. There is no cure or vaccine for wild rabbits.

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VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY CLOSING The City of Eden’s Solid Waste Division will be closed Wednesday, November the 11th in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday.

Recycling SOLID WASTE & REFUSE Recycling/Collection Date Center Monday 11- 09- 20 Normal Schedule Open Tuesday 11-10-20 Normal Schedule Open Wednesday 11-11-20 No Collection Closed Thursday 11-12-20 Normal Schedule Open Friday 11-13-20 Normal Schedule Open If your collection day falls on an observed holiday, your collection will be Wednesday of that week. **ANY AFTER HOURS CALLS FOR WATER OR SEWER EMERGENCY ISSUES, OR TREES DOWN ACROSS ROAD OR OPEN HOLES IN ROAD SHOULD BE MADE TO THE EMERGENCY ANSWERING SERVICE AT 336-415-4444!

THANKSGIVING DAY HOLIDAY CLOSING The City of Eden’s Solid Waste Division will be closed Thursday andFriday, November 26th and 27th, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Recycling SOLID WASTE & REFUSE Recycling/Collection Date Center Monday 11-23-20 Normal Schedule Closed Tuesday 11-24-20 Normal Schedule Open Wednesday 11-25-20 Thurs.& Fri. Coll. Open Thursday 11-26-20 No Collection Closed Friday 11-27-20 No Collection Closed If your collection day falls on an observed holiday, your collection will be Wednesday of that week. **ANY AFTER HOURS CALLS FOR WATER OR SEWER EMERGENCY ISSUES, OR TREES DOWN ACROSS ROAD OR OPEN HOLES IN ROAD SHOULD BE MADE TO THE EMERGENCY ANSWERING SERVICE AT 336-415-4444!

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Dan River Basin Association offers free water quality training The Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) is offering free, virtual water quality monitoring trainings for residents in Danville, Pittsylvania County, and Caswell County sponsored by the Community Foundation of the Dan River Region. The water monitoring trainings will be held over Zoom and is open to anyone interested in learning more about protecting our rivers and streams. There will be three virtual trainings offered in October, 2020. Registration is required and space is limited - please

register on DRBA's website: www.danriver.org. This training teaches participants how to collect water samples from waterways in the basin and test for the presence of bacteria. The presence of bacteria, specifically E.coli, in waterways is an indicator of a recent sewage spill or animal waste contamination. In addition to collecting the sample to test, the newly trained monitors will also check the air and water temperature, pH, turbidity, and visual health of the stream and stream banks.

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"Testing our rivers and streams is important in protecting the health of our waterways, and volunteers play a vital role in filling in the gaps where streams in the area have not been tested before", said Krista Hodges, Education Manager. After completing the training, participants will commit to monitoring a designated site in Danville, Pittsylvania County, or Caswell County for at least six months. The monitoring of a stream over a long period of time has a better chance of showing spikes of contamination. Monitors will receive a kit of supplies including a thermometer, safety vest, bucket, and coliscan testing materials. Monitors will also receive a binder with a water quality manual and t-shirt to wear while out collecting samples. DRBA volunteers have been monitoring streams in the basin for more than ten years with over sixty sites that have been tested. With a large basin of over 3,300 square miles, the help from volunteers is critical. Water quality monitors are volunteers who test our local streams and rivers to ensure our water stays clean and healthy. To learn more about the sites being monitored, visit DRBA's website at www.danriver.org/cwqm. The mission of the Dan River Basin Association is to promote and protect the natural and cultural resources of the Dan River basin through education, recreation, and stewardship. DRBA works to fulfill that mission by building river accesses and trails, educating people of all ages about protecting our natural resources, and protecting our water resources through water quality monitoring, cleanups and master planning. To learn more about DRBA's impact and programs that protect and conserve our natural resources, visit danriver.org.

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Toy Drive ongoing Rockingham County Fire Marshal's First Annual Toy Drive is accepting new toys through Sunday, Nov. 15th! Donated toys will benefit the NC Burned Children's units as well as the Rockingham County Salvation Army. Rockingham County Assistant Fire Marshal Jeremy Shelton and Assistant Fire Marshal Melissa Joyce invite you to drop off your new, unopened, unwrapped toys to the collection sites listed below. If you have questions, or have a toy you need that needs to be picked up, please call 336.634.3309. The collection sites include: Rockingham County Fire Marshal Office, RC Governmental Center, Rockingham County District Attorneys Office, Eden Fire Dept. Station 4 - 308 E. Stadium Dr., Reidsville Fire Dept. Station 1 - 402 S. Scales St., Bethany Fire Dept., Huntsville Fire Dept., Shiloh Fire Dept., Williamsburg Fire Dept., Oregon Hill Fire Dept., Monroeton Fire Dept., Stoneville Fire Dept., and Wentworth Fire Dept.

Billboards lead to Spectrum 1304 Rockingham County Governmental TV Billboards in various county locations invite citizens to watch the Rockingham County Governmental Public Access TV, Spectrum 1304. It's on-air, 24/7, providing everything you ever wanted to know about local government, but didn't know who to ask. Spectrum 1304, focuses on "governmental issues and information" within Rockingham County, NC, including the cities and towns of Reidsville, Eden, Madison, Mayodan, Wentworth, and Stoneville. Rockingham County Governmental officials worked for months, during 2019, on the governmental public access channel with Charter Communications/Spectrum. They progressed from the proposal/approval stage to the final technical aspects of the new television channel which started onair Jan. 31, 2020. The Rockingham County Governmental Television Channel, Spectrum 1304: • Is disseminating engaging, educational, up-to-date, governmental information for citizens to stay abreast of governing bodies; • Is explaining how county government operates and serves; • Is seeking to increase trust, transparency, communications, and involvement between county government and citizens. Rockingham County Board of Commissioners Chair Mark Richardson, and County Manager Lance Metzler, invite you to check out this exciting information venue. The program schedule includes: Rockingham County Board of Commissioners meetings, Rockingham County Planning Board meetings, Rockingham County Board of Elections meetings, Reidsville City Council meetings, Eden City Council meetings, Wentworth Town Council meetings, Reidsville Chamber of Commerce, Topics at 12, Aging Disability & Transit Services of Rockingham County, Reidsville Historical Tidbits, County Calendar of Events, County Job Vacancies, Sheriff’s Update, Rockingham County 4-1-1, Rockingham County Governmental Department Heads, You’ve Got Grit, Collaborations, Yours ... In Health & Human Services, Opioids Update with Partnership for Community Care, Rock It in Reidsville, and Special Reidsville Highlights. Additional governmental-type shows and programs will continue to be added throughout the year.

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for Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement Cone Health Among America’s Best 100 for Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement Cone Health hospitals are the only hospitals in the state making Healthgrades’ America’s 100 Best Hospitals list for both orthopedic surgery and joint replacement. Annie Penn Hospital, The Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital and Wesley Long Hospital are among America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement according to Healthgrades. Healthgrades is a leading resource connecting consumers, physicians and health systems. Healthgrades evaluates the performance of nearly 4,500 hospitals for 32 of the most common procedures and conditions. Cone Health Hospitals are the only ones in North Carolina to receive the America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery™ for 2 years in a row (2020-2021) and America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement™ for 3 years in a row (2019-2021). “It takes an exceptional team to provide high-quality

care, from the checks before surgery to the physical therapy after,” says Bruce Swords, MD, PhD, chief physician executive, Cone Health. “And Cone Health has had a strong track record of exceptional care for years.” Cone Health Hospitals were also recognized for the following clinical achievements: · Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™ for 4 years in a row (2018-2021) · Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ for 4 years in a row (2018-2021) · Five-Star Distinction for Treatment of Heart Failure for 7 years in a row (2015-2021) · Five-Star Distinction for Treatment of Pneumonia for 10 years in a row (2012-2021) · Five-Star Distinction for Treatment of Sepsis for 6 years in a row (2016-2021) Earlier this year, Cone Health Hospitals were recognized as one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for the 5th year in a row (2016-2020) and earned the 2020 Patient Safety Excellence Award™. From 2017 through 2019, patients treated at hospitals

receiving the America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award have, on average, a 64.5 percent lower risk of experiencing a complication while in the hospital than if they were treated in hospitals that did not receive the award.* “Now more than ever, consumers understand the importance of hospital quality and are starting to become more diligent when researching where they receive care,” said Brad Bowman, MD, chief medical officer, Healthgrades. “When selecting a hospital, consumers can feel confident in the America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery and Joint Replacement for their commitment to quality care and exceptional outcomes.” *Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for years 2017 through 2019 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients only. For appendectomy and bariatric surgery, Healthgrades used inpatient data from 16 states that provide all-payer data for years 2016 through 2018.

Cone Health Puts COVID-19 Data Analysis Online The interactive tool allows people to track the spread of COVID-19 and better understand their risks of catching it. The numbers around COVID-19 can seem overwhelming. Is it spreading? Where in North Carolina is COVID-19 spreading fastest? How is COVID-19 impacting people according to age, race or gender? The Cone Health Enterprise Analytics team has built an online tool to help people make sense of the numbers. The tool is free and available at coviddata.conehealth.com/. The prediction modeling tool provides the same information Cone Health uses to guide decisionmaking around COVID-19. It is also used by several area universities and businesses to track and plan during the pandemic. Cone Health Chief Analytics Officer Rick Pro says the goal is to help people better understand the pandemic and make better decisions. “Everyone hears about

modeling being used to assess the impact of a holiday or an event on case numbers,” says Pro. “Now people can look at the same information we look at and assess their own risk. This is about being right here with the communities we serve and helping them better understand what is going on around us.” The website has COVID-19 information for all 100 North Carolina counties. You can see how the number of cases has spiked and retreated over time. You can also see if the virus appears to be spreading rapidly or more slowly. There is also a risk-assessment tool. It allows you to select a gathering size and receive an estimate as to how many people with COVID-19 are likely to be in the gathering. Results are available for North Carolina counties. The website is created using widely available public information. The Cone Health Enterprise Analytics team

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Reidsville & Wentworth Roaming Around Reidsville By Angela G. Stadler, Public Information Officer City of Reidsville Last month’s exciting announcement about the Reidsville Showcase coming to the former Rockingham Theatre on Gilmer Street in our downtown area has been described as a true “game changer” for our City. We truly believe this will be a huge tourism attraction not only for Reidsville but for all of Rockingham County.

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beautiful movie theatre since the late 1920s will be turned into a live entertainment venue that is expected to draw national acts as well as visitors to Reidsville from all over. According to owners Dewey and Leslie Brown, “Concerts held in this type of venue offer a different experience than a larger venue. Fans can enjoy their favorite recording artists in an intimate and personal performance space. Audience size is limited and there’s not a bad seat in the house.” The project will not only encompass the Theatre, but the Mural Park Building located adjacent to the property. Plans are to expand the theatre to include a larger ticket area, refreshment area and dressing rooms for the artists. There will be a second floor added on the mural side with space for possible dining and offices, among other things. There is also space for a third floor. Artists that are currently performing in Liberty are of the Country and Bluegrass genre. The Browns will continue that as well as expand to encompass other forms of entertainment. According to Reidsville Mayor, Dr. Jay Donecker, “I am excited the Browns will be rejuvenating one of Reidsville’s crown jewels. This is a dream coming true in which we return to having our Rockingham Theater being the center of our downtown entertainment district as it was 90 years ago. The City Council has been diligent in ensuring that the Theatre and Mural Building be something that would benefit our downtown and our citizens as well as the entire county, and we think this project will be exactly what we worked hard to make happen.” According to Leslie Brown, “We are beyond blessed to have this opportunity to place a second Showcase in Reidsville, NC. We could not be more encouraged by the city and our patrons. We appreciate that more than words can express. We are looking forward to the grand opening of The Reidsville Showcase Theatre!” Tim Robertson’s family has owned the theatre since 1993 and after his father passed, the family wanted to ensure his legacy would carry on. According to

Tim, “Our family also wanted to ensure whoever purchased the Theatre would continue to bring our father’s vison to life and keep his legacy going. We could not be happier.” Robin Yount, Rockingham County Tourism Manager stated, “The announcement of Reidsville Showcase is very exciting not only to Reidsville but also for the entire County. This will be a major contribution to the Tourism industry in Rockingham County, and is important for the benefits it brings to our community. It not only contributes towards more economic activities but also generates more employment, revenues and plays a significant role in development within our County. The Rockingham County Tourism Development Authority is excited to work along with Reidsville to promote this exciting venue.” Judy Yarbrough, Reidsville City Marketer , “This type of project, along with the many other developing projects happening in Reidsville, is more than exciting. It takes time and a lot of planning to make these projects become a reality. Reidsville Showcase is going to put feet on the streets and heads in our beds, which means more revenues for our businesses and our City. It also brings a very unique piece to our quality of life story. It’s a ‘win win’ for

everyone and will be one of the biggest indoor tourist attractions in the City and the County”! Reidsville Showcase is scheduled to open in 2021. For more information, please contact City Marketer, Judy Yarbrough, at 336-349-1099, or Brown Entertainment at 336-622-3844. Here’s a big shout out to City Marketer Judy Yarbrough, Economic Development Director Jeff Garstka and other City staff for working with the Browns and Robertsons to make this project happen! • But this isn’t the only thing happening in downtown Reidsville and its immediate area. Even in our COVID-19 world, businesses are beginning to adjust and plan for the future. Our downtown area landscape continues to change. Last month’s “Roaming Reidsville” column focused on plans for The Depot District across the railroad tracks where investment in the former Adams Electric building is poised to turn this area into an eclectic mixed use neighborhood with everything from commercial and light industrial to arts and entertainment. Carpino Investments has big plans for the former Adams Electric building, including approximately 14 apartments and a ground floor

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Roaming Around Reidsville... Continued from Page 18 that will feature a food court and beer garden. Michael Carpino will be building on his efforts in downtown Reidsville, where he is already renovating three apartment units and ground floor retail space at 105 Gilmer Street. Even in the midst of COVID-19, new stores are opening or planning to open in the downtown. A diverse mix of retail, service and restaurant merchants are getting ready to call Reidsville home. Right across from the Reidsville Showcase will be the Lucky City Brewery, which is making great progress to be open in the near future. Yet it won’t only be commercial ventures making their way to the City. Several other projects that will foster pride in our local community are getting ready to take shape. We had already mentioned The Block Mural in a past column. The Reidsville Downtown Corporation and the Mural Committee have already raised nearly $14,000 towards this mural memorializing The Block, Reidsville’s once prosperous African-American business district. Like The Block Mural, other projects in the downtown area are designed to help us remember the past while we look to the future. Two of those projects, a 9/11 Memorial planned in front of Fire Station No. 1 on South Scales Street and Patriot Park on North Scales Street, will serve as bookends to our downtown area. Both of

these projects have been mentioned during recent Council Retreats and Council members reiterated their commitment to making them happen during the Council’s October monthly meeting. The 9/11 Memorial is an art piece dedicated to first responders created by Greensboro sculptor Jim Gallucci, who was commissioned to do the Budding Future sculpture at the roundabout of Scales and Morehead streets. Mr. Gallucci has agreed to provide the piece, made out of metal from the Twin Towers in New York City, to the City on permanent loan. Local businessman Ricky Loye has offered his time and services to prepare the area and also transport and install the art piece. Some donations will be needed for the project, which will also include the design and building of a retaining wall so that the area can be brought up to street level. It is hoped that other agencies throughout the County will help support this project since the memorial will be for all first responders. The Reidsville Downtown Corporation has agreed to support the memorial, recognizing the sculpture as a part of Project DREAM (Downtown Reidsville Empowering Art Movement). A formal dedication of the memorial is planned for September 11, 2021, the 20th year anniversary of the terrorist attack on our country. Patriot Park will be part of a “pocket park” the City has

planned for the northern end of Scales Street between Sprinkle and Morehead streets. This park will showcase replicas of four historical documents that speak to our freedoms as citizens of the United States. While adding to the beauty of the downtown area, this park will also be an educational tool highlighting the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, the Bill of Rights and a fourth document yet to be decided. This fourth document will represent the Civil Rights movement. Similar projects have been established in cities and counties across the State of North Carolina. While many of these have been erected at County Courthouse locations, the City was very interested in having such a project here; therefore, staff is pursuing that possibility and has identified possible cochairs for this fund-raising effort. We can envision residents and visitors coming to our City to view these historical documents, not to mention classes of school children touring these educational sites in the downtown, including the existing Budding Future sculpture with its historical elements. It would be easy for people to spend the entire day in the downtown area, visiting these outdoor educational sites and enjoying our local restaurants and shops. While many businesses and ventures are moving forward despite COVID-19, the pandemic has left some of our traditional holiday events up in the air.

Unfortunately, by the time this column went to press, we still don’t know whether some of these events will take place or will have a whole new look in 2020. Be on the lookout for details as the month progresses. However, the City’s new Main Street/Market Square Manager Jill Weston has several fun activities that we already know are planned in November. They include: • A Holiday Scavenger Hunt: Participants can get a card listing those downtown businesses that are joining in the fun. Patrons will get the card validated when they visit at least 10 of the stores listed during the month of November. Once the cards are completed, they can drop the cards off at the Water Bill drop-off box located behind Reidsville City Hall. There will be two drawings for prizes. One prize, a large candy tree, will be selected from those cards returned to the Water Bill dropoff box. The second prize will be available to those participants who spend at least $35 total at any downtown business and get the validation from a store owner. They will then be entered into a drawing for a grand prize. Cards will be available at retail businesses downtown. • Window Decorating Contest: Downtown Merchants who are participating in the Holiday Window Decorating Contest will have their windows decorated by November 15th. Members of the Reidsville

Downtown Corporation Board of Directors will judge the contest and announce the winners on November 24th. A list of participating businesses will be available on City social media sites. • Story Walk: The RDC is teaming up with the library to provide a walking story book throughout downtown on Scales Street. The pages of the story Gracias/Thanks will be displayed on the windows of several businesses. The story will start at the Library. Maps will be available to follow the walking story. Once a child has completed the story walk, they can take their map card back to the library to be entered into a drawing for a hardback cover of the book. Another story walk is already planned for December, using the book entitled, When Winter Comes. 2020 is definitely a year to remember even though many would like to forget it. Yet life goes on, which is shown in the businesses and projects that are forging ahead despite the pandemic. As the sign says, “We will get thru this together”. Thank you TEAM REIDSVILLE!

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2020 Distinguished Citizen of the Year: The Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award is a special award that recognizes an individual for their outstanding volunteerism and commitment to Eden. This award honors a member of our community who has shown exceptional leadership, someone who works as an advo-

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Western Vista Hayodan and the Holiday Mall at Madison/ Mayodan Rec. Center By Therese Francin With the changing leaves, and vibrant colors hanging on the trees, the fall in Western Rockingham is brightening into full autumn splendor. Outdoor activities are also blossoming to welcome in the Thanksgiving Day Holiday. When I visited with a friend on her back porch, we began to reminisce about past Thanksgiving Holiday festivities. She made me some “Russian Tea” to enjoy as we found solace on a pretty fall day. We discussed how thankful we were to have this day and time to enjoy each other’s company and all our Blessings. During the past Fall Holidays, we enjoyed the beauty and peacefulness of driving around the area and seeing the fall and Thanksgiving decorations. There will not be a Community Thanksgiving service by the local ministerial association, or the Christmas bazaars at the local churches due to Covid-19 restrictions. But many other outside activities are still being celebrated. Mayodan’s Annual Hayodan celebration is in full swing! Many participants and lovely displays can be enjoyed all around town. This annual event, sponsored by the Mayodan Arts Center is always a highlight of the Thanksgiving season, with many churches, businesses, and local civic groups participating. The Madison-Mayodan Recreation Center will be sponsoring an outdoor Holiday Mall with many local vendors participating on November 14th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will also be selling Dewey’s Bakery products as a fundraiser from November 9th through 24th, while supplies last. The M-M Rec Center, as it is called by locals, will also feature a DriveThru Breakfast Club meeting at 9 a.m. on November 6th. The Western Rockingham Farmer’s Market is open on Saturday mornings, and there are fresh food products for sale, as well as some crafts and Holiday shirts. While I was visiting with my neighbor and speaking through masks and social distancing, I was grateful she made me her recipe for Russian Tea. I can remember many fall activities, and especially Thanksgiving, when I enjoyed these happy times with friends, neighbors and family. As I held my Russian Tea Mix, I thought of all those wonderful memories and was truly thankful for all my blessings. My neighbor said that she too was very thankful for all her blessings this Thanksgiving. As the sunlight faded, it cast a beautiful pink and crimson glow in the early evening sky as I walked back home with my tea

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Hours (May be subject to change, you may call first or check our Facebook page or Website) Monday 9 am – 8 pm Tuesday 9 am – 6 pm Wednesday 9 am – 6 pm Thursday 9 am – 8 pm Friday 9 am – 6 pm Saturday 9 am – 4 pm Miss Rachel, our Youth Services Librarian, still has multiple links for helping Patrons entertain their children. • November 4 - Outerspace family packets • November 11 - Family takehome story time • November 18 - DIY Puzzles and play dough family packets • November 25 - Thanksgiving take-home story time • November 20 - Prince and Princess family packets • If you have any questions you may contact Miss Rachel: Books returned MUST be put in the drop box next to the front door. Attention MadisonMayodan and Stoneville Public Library Patrons: be aware that

ALL books and other materials returned to the Library are on a 3-day quarantine after check in. If a hold is triggered it may be 3 days before that hold can be picked up after you receive notification. Please check with the Library if you receive an e-mail or a text before you arrive to be sure your items are available. These are difficult times and we want to provide the upmost safety for our Patrons and staff. Until further notice, our Friends of the Western Libraries will not be taking any more donations until after the Covid19 regulations have been lifted. We and the Friends Thank ALL of you for your support and look forward to your donations in the future. The October Book Sale is postponed. When a new date is set, we will announce it. Once again, updates or changes can be found on our Web Site (), Facebook page, County Web Site () or visit Spectrum 1304. We’ll post any Library changes on these links. Thank you for being patient. Be safe and healthy.

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No experience is necessary. Just have a sincere concern for children, be over 18 years old, and be able to pass a criminal background check. We would love to have you for our next training in March 2018. Our training lasts 6 weeks and consists of in-person and online sessions. Please call Amanda Benavides at (336) 634-6106 for more information and to request an application packet be mailed to you. You can also submit an online application at www. volunteerforgal.org.

Youth Basketball Age Divisions: 6-U (must be 4 by Jan. 13 and not turn 7 before Jan. 1st) 8-U (must be 7 before Jan. 1st and not turn 9 before Jan, Ist) 1O-U (must be 9 before Jan. Ist and not turn 1 1 before Jan. 1st 12-U (must be 11 before Jan. Ist and not turn 13 before Jan. 1) Reg: Now - November 27, 2020 Registration Fee: $25 Uniform Fee - $95.00 Uniform includes: cheer top, cheer bottom, bloomers, bow, shoes, socks, and pom-poms! (We will be using same uniforms as McMichael Dirty Birds Football Cheerleaders)

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Local Memories Motion Pictures Comes to the Tri-Cities - Part 11 Massive Change in the Movie Industry by Darrell M. Gregory The boy felt the car slow up and the brake lights filtered through the trunk that he was laying in. The car slowly stopped and the boy could hear a transaction going on outside the car. The boy was completely still and quiet in the confines of the old car’s trunk. The car slowly started moving again over a slightly bumpy terrain before it came to a complete stop. It was starting to get warm in the trunk and the time just drug on. The boy could feel the car shake as some one got out. With-in seconds, the trunk lid sprung open and a blast of cool autumn air greeted a young Kent Richardson as he slid out of the compartment and rapidly stood up and looked around. No one in the other cars appeared to notice the stowaway. The big screen was lit up with the night’s feature movie while Kent climbed in the back seat of the car satisfied that he had saved the 40 cent admission fee at the Eden Drive-In. While the grand opening of the modern Balmar Theater in the county was happening, another unique movie venture was unfolding. Dallas Gwynn and Floyd Osborne realized that times were changing and they situated themselves in position to ride the crest of the building of the post war movie theaters. They were riding high after the successful startup of the Henry Theater; they looked for more profit in the coming years. A charter was granted for the Eden Theaters of Leaksville to exhibit types of amusement that included movies, dance halls, shows, and other forms of entertainment. The newly formed corporation posted a subscribed stock of $50,000. Dallas Gwynn and Floyd Osborne took on another valuable partner, Grand Theater operator Douglas L. Craddock, to complete the management. Bringing on the experienced Douglas Craddock for their new adventure was a wise move because of his experience and prospering in the radio and movie business. The three men envisioned a series of new drive-in theaters in the surrounding areas catering to the after war boom of automobiles hitting the roads en masse. Their first enterprise was the building of the Tri-Cities first drive-in theater constructed on a seven acre plot between Leaksville and Draper east of Eggleston Tire Company on Hwy 700. While the Balmar Theater was hosting its grand opening, ground was being broken for the drive-in with a planned opening date of March 1948. In an example of how fast the economy had shifted gears to

Gregory accommodate the new drive-in theaters, Douglas Craddock, secretary of the Eden Theaters of Leaksville Corporation, made trips to New York and Washington D.C. to procure the

new in-car type speakers and projection equipment designed for the outdoors. The projectors were heavy duty and capable of projecting a clear and bright picture on a giant screen that reached a tall 50 foot screen. John Smith and Sons, who had just built the Balmar Theater, handled the construction of this new type of theater. The parking lot was well graded with gravel and oiled to keep the dust in check.

Dallas Gwynn standing in front of his Eden Drive-In As usual, weather played a part in the delays of starting the movies in March, but by Friday, May 14th Rockingham County’s first drive-in theater was scheduled for a grand opening. The new drive-in theater was named the Eden Drive-In Theater which was no surprise. Taking out a full page ad in The Leaksville News, with a picture of the giant screen, it advertised the operating schedule. It boasted of 350 speakers for individual cars and it was also hinted to expand capacity to 600 cars. The ticket booth opened at 6:30 pm and closed at 10:00 pm with the movies starting at dark. As an example of the financial impact of burgeoning mill workers on second shift, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday nights

movies were set aside for 12:00 midnight shows. The large screen is situated on a frame of 40 feet wide and extending into the air 54 feet. The giant screen was 23x33 feet, which was about three times the size of a regular screen. The success of the first drive-in theater was unqualified. Automobiles lined up on both sides of the road gaining access to the ticket booth for the 40 cent per person admission fee with

children under 12 free. With more Americans buying cars, it was a novelty for couples to be able to watch a movie in privacy. The Eden Drive-In was the culprit in causing the worse traffic jam in the history of the TriCities on Friday, August 6, 1948 as the road was completely blocked in both directions. The Eden Theaters of Leaksville Corporation was off and running at full steam from a dead start. The new outdoor theater audience embellished the idea of watching movies in the comfort of their own cars. The concessions were new to this type of business but the Eden Drive-In quickly catered to their customers. Like outdoor ball games, boys would roll around small wagons loaded with the usual movie condiments of drinks, popcorn, and candy. The ice wagons usually had a closed section that enabled the boys to keep their goods at the proper temperature. The concession boys also learned the tricks of the trade rapidly by filling the drink cups to the top with ice, then adding the drink, effectively doubling their profits. Dallas Gwynn and Floyd Osborne knew that they had a gold mine in the drive-in theater business and promptly shifted their efforts to this new money maker. After a minor fire in the projection room of their Henry Theater, they decided to put it up for sale. It is noted that in November 1948, the fully equipped Henry Theater was put up for sale for $14,500. The Henry Theater was still a viable business and had a steady clientele but the profits were overshadowed by the drive-in theater. The drive-in theater business was experimented with in the 1930’s but it took off after World War 2. The automobile industry had ramped up production to catch up with four years

of no cars being produced because all manufacturing was dedicated to the war effort. With America’s love of the automobile growing, drive-in theaters had expanded to over 2,000 being built by 1950. Couples naturally took off to the drive-ins

for their dates and within a few years the baby boom generation had started arriving. Looking for affordable entertainment, the family could take their small children to the movies without the problems of dragging them into a brick and mortar theater. The cost of starting a drivein theater was considerably less than the traditional theater. A rural piece of land would serve as a business as well as parking lot negating the high cost of realestate in town. The up-keep was minor for there was no heating or air-conditioning expense. Some estimates placed the cost

of setting up a drive-in was less than half of a traditional theater. There is always a trade-off in business as cold and inclement weather effectively curtailed operations in the winter months. Exceptionally hot weather and rain also dampened the spirits of the movie patrons. With the popularity of the Eden Drive-In Theater surging, the owners made the move to improve the sound and picture quality less than a year after it opened. With more sophisticated equipment available now and the owners confident that their endeavor in this new theater was definitely paying off, they upgraded with the newest and best devices available. The ad in The Leaksville News in the spring of 1949 made the statement, “we have been able to purchase the very latest type, and the best made auto voice in-car speakers with individual volume controls on each one.” Also new and special designed projection machines were added. With the moving picture industry in the Tri-Cities going strong into the 1950s, disaster struck. On a freezing morning on January 26, 1951, a fire alarm was issued in the Boulevard business district. By 10:30 am the volunteer fire departments of

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For the Fun of it... Why didn't the turkey want to walk on the right side of the road? Because he didn't want to get the stuffing knocked out of him. • A gardener took great pride in caring for his lawn. But one year it grew full of dandelions. He tried every method and product to get rid of them, but nothing worked. Exasperated, he wrote the Department of Agriculture explaining all he had done. “What shall I try next? he wrote. “Try getting used to them,” came the reply. • A generously overweight man stepped onto the scales, turned to his friend, and exclaimed, “I don’t believe it! I began this diet yesterday, but the scales say I’m heavier. Here, Norm, hold my jacket. Oh no! It still says I’m heavier. Here, hold my Twinkies.” • Put 100 Southerners in a room and half of them will discover they're related, even if only by marriage. • Southern girls know men may come and go, but friends are fah-evah ! • The big thing today is computer dating. If you don’t know how to run a computer, it really dates you. • Only a Southerner knows the difference between a hissie fit and a conniption fit, and that you don't "HAVE" them, you "PITCH" them. • Only Southerners grow up knowing the difference between "right near" and "a right fur piece." They also knowthat"just down the road" can be 1 mile or 20. • An Englishman went abroad, leaving his much-loved dog and servant home. While away, the man recieved a cablegram from the servant with the message saying, “Your dog died.” The man was most distraught both at the news and the abrupt manner it was sent. Upon returning home, he upbraided the servant for not breaking the news to him more gently. The man said he could hav sent the first cable saying, “Your dog is stuck on the roof.” This could be followed the next day with the message, “Your dog fell from the roof and is doing poorly.” Later a third message could have said, “Your beloved dog has gone to his eternal reward.” Some time afterwards, the man went abroad again. While there, he received a cable from his servant saying, “You mother is stuck on the roof.” • Math...The only place where people can buy 64 watermelons and no one wonders why. • A Southerner knows that "fixin" can be used as a noun, a verb, or an adverb. • No true Southerner would ever assume that the car with the flashing turn signal is actually going to make a turn. • Why did the turkey cross the road? It was Thanksgiving day and he wanted people to think he was a chicken!

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Theatres... Continued from Page 23 Leaksville, Spray, and Draper responded to an uncontrollable inferno that had engulfed the Boulevard Theater. The Boulevard Theater had just been remodeled a few months before. Witnesses said that they heard an explosion just before the fire alarm was sounded that was believed to be the concrete balcony collapsing. The volunteer fire departments had no chance of saving The Boulevard Theater but managed to minimize the fire damage to the surrounding structures. The popular Redmon’s Lunch Room was severely damaged and the Redmon living quarters at the rear of the building was completely destroyed. Ann Morgan’s beauty shop, Carter’s dress shop, and Chandler Drug Store sustained thousands of dollars of damage. It took seven hours to reign in the raging blaze. Leaksville Fire Chief Harry Davis stated that the fire was the worst in years and complemented help from neighboring fire departments that curtailed the fire from ravaging the Boulevard business district. The cause of the fire was first thought to have started in the projection room. Many theaters caught fire in the early days because of the volatile nature of nitrate film. The projectors had to warm up to high temperatures to be able to throw a bright light. These sensitive carbon arc lamps operated with two carbon rods that had to be adjusted and replaced regularly. On that Friday morning, two people were known to leave the building between 9 and 10 am and reported nothing unusual. The usual culprit of theater fires were the projectors but in this case, the firemen could see into the projection room and it was not yet on fire. The Leaksville News reported that the “origin of Boulevard fire still baffles both firemen and theater owners.” • The Boulevard Theater operated under the banner of the Boulevard Amusement Company. Bert Martin and his brother-in-law, John Dineen, continued to operate the Colonial Theater on Washington Street in Leaksville as well as the three year old Balmar Theater in Draper. The loss of the Tri-Cities first designated movie house, that had operated about forty years, had to be a tremendous loss to Martin and Dineen. They estimated the complete loss of building and equipment was about $75,000 that was only partially covered by insurance. The Boulevard Theater had always been the flagship of the Martin family as well as having the first run movies in town. On August 13, 1953, after the insurance had paid off, Bert Martin and John Dineen returned to the site to contemplate their next move. Would they rebuild something in the mold of their Balmar Theater or not was the purpose of this fact finding meeting. The Boulevard Theater had competition from Douglas Craddock’s

Grand Theater that had not dented their profits previously but the movie culture had started to change. They both nixed the idea of rebuilding. Douglas Craddock

The public had become highly suspicious of the propaganda wielded by these movie giants. With anti-communist ideals at the forefront of the

be entertained in the living room. Since seven out of ten movie-goers were under the age of 30, growing families in that age group coupled with television severely hurt ticket sales at the theaters. With brick and mortar theaters in the country being forced to shut down, the drive-in theater establishments appeared to weather the television threat with less than top rated movies during this time period. The Eden Theaters of Leaksville had made hugh strides by starting up more drive-ins in places like King, N.C. Eden Theaters had the best drive-ins in this area and the experience to prosper greatly. With the Eden Drive-In on the Leaksville-Draper Highway (Hwy 700) doing exceptionally well, Eden Theaters started eyeing another site in the Tri-Cities

area for another drive-in. Where would this be and would they even build it? Part Twelve will appear in next month’s Eden’s Own Journal. Special thanks to Stafford Cox, Kent Richardson, Jarrett “Babby” Dineen, the Eden Historical Museum, Mary Gomez, Sam Gwynn, Deloris Hairston, Ronnie Hooker, Teresa Meade Hutson, James Ivie, Jay Johnson, Ted Johnson, Sam Lindsey, Eloise Martin, Harold Matthews, Frank Meade, Richard Minter, Pete Overby, Dale Pollock, Louise Price, Karien Roberts, Ann Lindsey Rudd, Herman Searcy, Julius Smalls, Janice Sparks, Theodore “Fido” Stevens, Raymond Thomas, Raymond Uden, George Underwood, Melissa Whitten, and many more.

The fire of the Boulevard Theater

had already started renovations to the Boulevard’s surviving theater, The Grand which was completed in September. Martin and Dineen agreed to let the Town of Leaksville to make a much needed free parking lot for the Boulevard but they kept ownership of the property. The Henry Theater opened again for a brief time after the Boulevard fire still catering to the colored community. Julius Smalls remembers going to it when he was ten years old watching a film about the Alamo with Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie in it. The theater was at about full capacity but a short time after that when he returned the theater was just about empty. This was the last time movies were shown there. The golden years of Hollywood which began with the advent of talking movies started to fade by the 1950’s. This was exacerbated by the anti-trust lawsuits that were brought against the powerful movie studios on charges of monopolizing and working out deals between each other to secure market shares. MGM, Paramount, Fox, Warner Brothers, and RKO were the most prominent studios that ruled the roost. Howard Hughes’ RKO studios were not able to avoid bankruptcy. Poverty row studios that specialized in low budget westerns were devastated.

McCarthy investigations, many in Hollywood lost their jobs and were blacklisted. It got so bad that a group of movie industry professionals known as the Hollywood 10 were thrown in jail for failure to answer questions at a congressional hearing. Famous actors including Humphrey Bogart made a trek to Washington D.C. to protest but the public found out that if they were not reading off a script; they had no clue on what to say. The quality and number of films produced dropped by a third from 1946 to 1950. Hollywood director Elia Kazam in 1952 stated that “Actors are afrraid to act, writers are afraid to write, and producers are afraid to produce,” which sounds a lot like today. The 1950’s were definitely not the best time for the movie industry. What made this even more of a traumatic time for the movie business was the introduction of television. On June 16, 1949 the first television in the Tri-Cities was activated picking up a station in Richmond,Virginia. Television was being experimented with in the late 1930s and after the war, this medium of entertainment soared in household use. Television stations numbered ninety-eight in 1950 but by 1954 they had more than doubled to 233. With young families having more children, many opted to stay at home and

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Compiled by Margaret Petty Now is the time… NOVEMBER • Garden tasks are still calling. Insect pests are much hardier than their size would suggest • Start forcing bulbs like paperwhites, hyacinth, and amaryllis for the holidays • Plant a terra cotta pot full of hyacinth bulbs for a stunning display next spring • Get those daffodil bulbs and other spring flowering bulbs into the ground NOW • Plant bare root roses anytime between now and March • Plant beds of pansies • Plant heathers, grasses, and trialing ivy in pots for winter color • Rake leaves and make compost • Cover compost so rain doesn’t leach the nutrients • Keep fallen leaves raked away from rose bushes to reduce the chance of black spot or rust next year • Clean up garden debris and cut back any diseased foliage • Add organic matter to beds • Keep weeding • Keep watering trees and shrubs until the ground freezes • Protect roses by mounding soil around the crown and covering the bud union. Tie down climbing rose canes to protect from cold winds • If you plan to have a live Christmas tree with the intention of planting it this winter, dig the hole now, before the ground freezes • Prune pear and apple trees anytime between now and February. Leave plum trees alone until midsummer • Move deciduous trees and shrubs while they are dormant • Prune deciduous trees and shrubs • Plant evergreen shrubs and conifers • Clean, sharpen, and oil tools • Disconnect, drain, and store hoses • As the weather gets colder, make sure bird feeders are filled and birdbaths are clean and filled with fresh water

Applications may be filled out onsite Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Henniges Openings for a quality engineer, quality systems coordinator, industrial engineer, engineer and HR generalist. You may submit your resumes to dana.huskey@ hennigesautomotive.com Royalty Adult & Home Care They are now hiring CNA's. For more information, call 336-623-2547; visit their website at www.royaltyhwr.com; or email angela@royaltyhwr.com. Workforce Unlimited Hiring for positions in Blairs, V.A.; Martinsville, V.A.; Eden, N.C. and Reidsville, N.C. They have openings for order picker, packaging and general laborer positions in all shifts. For more information, call the Reidsville branch at 336-347-7783 or visit wfunlimited.com. Photo Contest GIVE US YOUR BEST SHOT! We invite you to enter our Fall Rivers & Trails Photo Contest that runs through October 31. The top three photo entries featuring Eden’s BIG OUTDOORS will win prizes! Top photos will also be featured on our social media platforms, websites and printed materials. Enter by sending your best photos to cadams@edennc.us. Please include your name and phone number. PARKS AND RECREATION COVID-19 Updates - Phase 3 All Parks and Recreation facilities are open in a limited capacity due to Governor Roy Cooper’s Phase 3 regarding COVID-19. Please note, at all open indoor facilities, staff will have participants sign in and answer questions regarding symptoms of COVID-19 before they are allowed into the facility. Staff will also sanitize the facility before, during and at the end of each evening. Bridge Street & Mill Avenue Recreation Centers These two facilities will be open Monday through Thursday from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. and on Fridays from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. There will be a maximum of 25 participants allowed at any given time. Citywide Playgrounds All playgrounds are open. Eden City Hall City Hall is now open to individuals needing to conduct business within the Finance Department.

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From the Desks of City Hall... Continued from Page 26 In order to comply with social distancing guidelines, we ask that you wear a mask and remain six feet apart from others as there will be markings in the lobby appropriately spaced. Staff from other departments within City Hall can meet in the lobby or in the front Conference Room if needed. Facility Rentals There will continue to be no facility rentals due to the limited number of individuals allowed in a facility only being 25. Freedom Park The park will continue to operate by maintaining social distancing during the use of the park by citizens. This includes the walking track, basketball courts, skateboard park, nature trail and dog park. The Splash Pad is closed for the season. There will continue to be no shelter rentals at this time. The Freedom Park Softball Complex and Multi-Purpose Field will continue to operate as it did in Phase 2 with no weekend tournaments being held. Garden of Eden Center This facility is operating with a limited capacity of 25 participants at any given time and will be open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Matrimony Creek Nature Trail Repair Update Eden’s greenways and trails are typically built on sewer line outfalls that run along creeks and rivers. They have multiple uses, such as walking, jogging, biking and horseback riding, which make for a great environment to be out and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. City staff began making improvements on the first threequarter mile of the Matrimony Creek Nature Trail and hopes to have that portion open for public use by October 17. PLANNING & INSPECTIONS PROJECTS UNDERWAY The apartments at 624 Washington Street are now complete. The Ray Commons project (formerly Central Hotel) is well underway. All rough-ins on the fourth floor are complete and trim-out has begun. GIS The City’s GIS maps are regularly updated with information provided by staff members, including but not limited to, Director of Transportation Engineering Tammy Amos, Engineering Technician Kevin London and Collections & Distribution Crew Leader Michael Vernon. Learning the new systems available to the City is also a continuous effort by Planning & Inspections Coordinator Debra Madison to improve the resources available to City staff in their day-to-day jobs. Maps have been built and provided to various members of

WeCARE: Center for Active Retirement WeCARe: Center for Active Retirement is located at 1086 NC hwy 65 suites 1-6 Reidsville NC on the second floor of Marc (old courthouse Wentworth). Craft classes limited seating. Masks required. Social distancing. Bring your own drinks. All classes currently are being held on the 3rd floor. • November 3rd Thanksgiving turkey wreath $35 10am. Rsvp. Supplies provided. • Wed., Nov. 4th 10am pumpkin wood slices $12. • Nov. 9th 10am Bow making class. Bring your own wired ribbon. The more you bring the more bows you can make. There will be ribbon you can purchase.

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• Nov. 10th meeting in the courtroom at 1pm. Inside so you must wear a mask and Social distancing required. • Nov. 10th at 10am Christmas shadow box class $10. • No. 12th at 10am garden flags painting. Rsvp Linda Wilson so you can have the flag personalized. $20. • Nov.16th at 10am Christmas centerpiece or swag $30. • Nov. 19th Hot Cocoa Bombs and chocolate pretzels. $20. Happy and safe Thanksgiving. For more information call or text Linda Wilson (276)806-9683. Also email Stay safe. Trust in the Lord and we will see you soon.

staff including the City Manager and Director of Economic Development Mike Dougherty. Boards and Commissions Meetings remain suspended for all of the boards and commissions except those that receive requests that cannot be delayed, such as Planning Board and the Strategic Planning Commission. The Board of Adjustment has not had any applications since the pandemic began.

Assistance to Firefighters Grants Fire Department staff and Planning Department staff met concerning funding of reimbursements for COVID-19 expenses. There is a grant that is similar to the COPS grants, called SAFER, that both departments have researched. They hope to submit an application in the next cycle.

STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMISSION Board of Adjustment The Board of Adjustment approved a special use permit request for a major home occupation for dog grooming on Hamilton Street at their September special meeting.

POLICE Job Vacancies The City currently has four vacancies for police officers. Staff conducted interviews and are in the process of completing background investigations on individuals to fill three of the vacancies. They are still accepting applications.

Draper CDBG The applications were rated by our consultant, Withers Ravenel, where they were then sent to the Housing Selection Committee and confirmed for environmental review. As soon as the environmental reviews are completed, the applicants will be notified if they are chosen as a recipient or an alternate, if they did not rate high enough to receive grant assistance, or if they did not qualify for the grant. The top ten recipients and the six alternates chosen will be instructed to provide documentation of their income as reported on the applications. COVID-19 CDBG Assistance to Low and Moderate Income Citizens Grant The City is partnering with the Rockingham County United Way to apply for $900,000 to assist its citizens with utilities, rent and mortgage payments that are delinquent due to issues incurred throughout the COVID- 19 pandemic. This will include payments of bills owed to the City of Eden for water, sewer and garbage fees.

Code Red If you would like to receive notices from the City of Eden regarding collections of garbage, bulk waste and brush collection,

gency events (weather, storm and closing information) and missing person alerts, you can enroll in the Code Red system, which is a free service offered by the City. To enroll: 1. Go to the City of Eden website: www.edennc.us and click on the Code Red tab at the bottom of the homepage. Follow the directions provided. 2. Call City Hall at 336-6232110 ext. 3030 and you will receive assistance with signing up for the service. Again, this is a free service offered by the City of Eden for its residents. If you have any questions or concerns involving Municipal Services Divisions (Solid Waste, Streets or Collection & Distribution), please call 336627-7783 between the hours of 7am - 3pm Monday - Friday. After normal business hours or on holidays and weekends, please call the emergency number: 336-415-4444.

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I have found a place that I like to go. There are people there, that’s fun to know. It’s called “weCare”. All of us are different but the love is the same. It’s like a big family, where we know everybody’s name, at “weCare”. You are welcome in this place, it doesn’t matter what’s your race. We learn from each other, it’s where our differences can be embraced. There at “weCare”. So come and join the fun, we have something for everyone. We have ging, card games, crafting and more. We have sign language, computer classes and shopping trips to great stores. Because weCare, weCare, weCare!

Freedom Park Nature Trail. The trail is being improved with new screenings. This trail will be available for small field trips when schools return to normal. It is directly across from Central Elementary School.

The first ¾ mile of Matrimony Creek Nature Trail reopened October 17th

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From Root to Branch

The Gann Family Search for Kinship Local Genealogy Studies By Elvin Perkins, Jr.

There are hundreds of Gann family descendants, including myself, living in and around Rockingham County, North Carolina. The information collected and printed here was researched by cousin, JOY GANN BROWN who has dedicated years of her life in search of the Gann family origins which she shares with us. What is a family? The dictionary gives one of the meanings as, “A group of people sharing common ancestry, house, stock, tribe, kindred, lineage, clan.” Notice it says “people sharing common ancestry,” and does not place a limit on how far back that shared ancestry goes before losing its effect, nor does it say we are family up through the third generation, but not through the fourth, for example. That means if you and I can find even one common ancestor somewhere in the thousands that each of us has, then we are family. Taken to the ultimate, of course, it perhaps means we are all family. Not all, but most of the Gann families living in the southern, mid-western, and west-

ern regions of the United States are family; that is, we all share common ancestors, though for some of us, the link may go back quite a few generations, perhaps as many as ten, eleven or twelve. At a minimum, we all share one ancestral couple. That couple, Samuel, and Elizabeth Gann was living in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia in the year 1748. When Samuel died during the French and Indian War, he was survived by his widow and known sons, Adam, Nathan, John, and Samuel. These individuals and other family members whose relationship is uncertain, were living in Guilford County, North Carolina in 1772, but within a few years, Adam and Nathan had left the area; Adam to go to Washington County in far western North Carolina (later Tennessee) and Nathan to go to Georgia. The third son, John Gann, who remained in North Carolina, died in Stokes County, North Carolina in 1817, leaving no known heirs. The youngest son, Samuel, also stayed in North Carolina, where he and his wife,

Perkins Mary “Polly” Sharp, raised at least three boys. Most of the North Carolina Gann’s trace back to this couple. Suffice to say, the number of the progeny of old Samuel and Elizabeth Gann will never be known. But we can say that we have recorded well over 14,000 of them, for we have created a Gann Family Registry, the third edition printed contained that number. Marie Gann Dryden of Chillicothe, Missouri, a descendant of old Adam, has spearheaded the effort to produce our Registry, but many, many people, including several of the North Carolina cousins, have contributed to the undertaking. If the love of genealogy were a disease, it might be determined that the Gann family, nationwide, is highly susceptible. There have been Gann descendants nosing into musty old files in courthouses and libraries for half a century. If you are shaking your head and

wondering why, then you are probably immune to the disease. Why some people like one thing, and not another, is a mystery. My brother loves golf, but the only time in my life I ever tried it, I hit my husband on the head with a club. So, if you are not disposed to genealogy, then maybe you should be thankful, for you will have a lot more time for other activities, and perhaps a lot more money. But you sure are going to miss out on a lot of fun. No words can ever explain the pure delight and pleasure that comes from discovering one more piece for the genealogical puzzle. Nor can you explain how history comes alive when you realize that all that historical dry stuff you studied in school happened to real people, happened to your forebears. Connections! That is what it is all about. You are connected to those ancestors who came before, for if their lives had been different, then so would yours. Family research so far indicates that the Gann’s were the typical pioneer family who came to America searching for a better way of life. We have found no aristocrats and few ancestors with wealth, but we have found our fair share of thieves and scoundrels. Several years ago about eighty Gann descendants met in Johnson City, Tennessee, to see

if there was enough interest to form an association to further research into the family history, and to make an organized effort to record and preserve our findings. We soon had over 300 members in The Gann Family Historical Society. Several active projects were put under way, such as the publication of a Gann Family Registry; the reclamation and preservation of our old family cemeteries (in Rockingham and Stokes Counties, Gilbert Gann of Case School Road worked hard on this); collecting and recording material for each branch of the family which we hope will allow us to eventually publish a series of books; and, finally, one of our members, a travel agent, arranged for family trips abroad with an itinerary that would allow us to follow in the steps of our immigrant ancestors from Europe to America. For research information contact: Genealogical Society of Rockingham & Stokes Counties, NC, P.O. Box 152, Mayodan, NC 27027-0152; Website: Elvin Perkins, Jr., GSRS member; Email: Visit the Linda Vernon Genealogy Room, MadisonMayodan Library, 611 Burton St., Madison, NC 27025; Phone (336) 548-6553

The Salvation Army of Rockingham County – Accept the Challenge! Terrill M. Sandiford, Associate Director of Planned Giving The Salvation Army of the Carolinas

The Salvation Army of Rockingham County has been hard at work, serving individuals and families in need throughout this turbulent and uncertain year. Serving almost 15,000 people locally, with direct COVID-19 support, The Salvation Army of Rockingham County has provided everything from meals and grocery orders, clothing, nights of lodging and emergency assistance with rent and utilities. As our shift turns to the holidays, and this year’s theme of “Rescue Christmas”, we are seeing more requests for assistance than any time in many, many years. With the virus, Christmas will look different for all of us this year. One stark example of changes due to the virus is the Red Kettle program. This year, the “Red Kettle Challenge” takes center stage in an effort to safely raise much needed funds. The needs of individuals and families in Rockingham County have dramatically increased. The “Red Kettle Challenge” is your chance to help us make a difference and help those in need. Many are hungry and on the verge of losing their home. We need YOU; individuals, companies, schools, civic groups, churches and anyone else interested to accept the challenge of having your own Red Kettle Team. The goal? Raise as much money as you can between October 31, 2020 and December 31, 2020.

Funds raised through the Red Kettle Challenge will directly support families across the county throughout the coming year. The Salvation Army raises most of its funding during the last three months of the calendar year. This is a crucial time for us and we need your help. Please consider accepting the challenge in an effort to raise money equivalent to the devastating loss we will feel from not having traditional Red Kettles and bell ringers greeting shoppers at store fronts. If the “Red Kettle Challenge” isn’t for you, but you still want to help, we welcome your support with open arms. Everyone who supports our challenge or supports in another way will be recognized at our Annual Dinner next spring. Of course, if you desire that your support remain anonymous, we will certainly honor your wishes. For more information on the “Red Kettle Challenge”, or other ways to get involved this Christmas season, including with Angel Tree, please reach out to our Salvation Army contacts at the Reidsville location: Major Syung Lee at 336-215-5084 or Colleen Sovich at 336-349-4923. You can also check out our Facebook page – The Salvation Army Rockingham County. There is a link with more information about the “Red Kettle Challenge” on our Facebook page.

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Keep up with your community...Videos to watch Opioids Update by Opioid Safety Coordinator Jeff Pruett, as the Opioid Safety Coordinator with Partnership For Community Care, gave a "Rockingham County Opioids Video Update" on Sept. 18th for Rockingham County 4-1-1. He gave an overview of the opioids epidemic in Rockingham County in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Pruett discussed with Public Information Officer Mable Scott the following: 1 - The Fall Opioid Symposium: Stigma, prevention, treatment, recovery, community input; To inform the community on what resources are available and how to get themselves, family member or friend involved in treatment 2 - Post Overdose Response Team: What is that; What areas are we starting this; How can this help the community; Taking it countywide.

Holiday Cooking Safety Tips with Rockingham County Fire Marshal's Office Here's a video illustrating Holiday Cooking Safety Tips with the Rockingham County Fire Marshal's Office. Since cooking fires are the number one cause of house fires and home injuries, Assistant Fire Marshal Jeremy Shelton and Assistant Fire Marshal Melissa Joyce joined together for this video to share safety tips to prevent fires: https://youtu.be?Z9tWnUrehNQ The Assistant Fire Chiefs offer various cooking safety suggestions such as: stay alert; cook with caution; don't allow pot handles to hang off your stove; several ways to deal with a small (grease) cooking fires; don't leave dish towels on your stove; magnetic fire extinguishers; keep things that can catch fire away from your stovetop; don't leave food unattended; don't leave a metal spoon in a bowl while using the microwave; and use oven sticks to pull hot foods from the oven. If you'd like a free oven stick, call the Rockingham County Fire Marshal's Office at 336.634.3309.

Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) Grant! ttps://youtu.be/XV7uyS3fCIc Chief Information Officer Derek Southern shares good news in this video about Rockingham County's Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) Grant Award! His great news about expanding Internet access will be of big benefit for families, businesses, neighborhoods and the county as a whole. His Rockingham County 4-11 interview with Public Information Officer Mable Scott

also urges local citizens to complete the NC Broadband survey to provide accurate info regarding rural broadband needs. Here is the link to the online NC Broadband Survey along with Southern's contact info: NC Broadband Survey ncbroadband.gov/survey. CIO Derek Southern 336.342.8359 dsouthern@co.roc kingham.nc.us

A 9-1-1 career report https://youtu.be/S_Q1_JDA4xc This Rockingham County 4-1-1 video gives Emily Thacker an opportunity to do what she does in her exciting career as a 9-1-1 telecommunicator ... save lives! As a young, breast cancer survivor, she encourages women of all ages: "pay attention to your body because early detection saves lives!" Her words of wisdom will hopefully motivate more women to get a mammogram during THINK PINK Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Emily tells Public Information Officer Mable Scott much has transpired since last Oct., when EMS colleagues sponsored a huge HEROES FOR A CURE, BREAST CANCER WALK/RUN for her. She talks about success; she talks about struggle; she emphasizes family, friends, and future. Watch the video to find out more about Emily, her school-age kids, her EMS Family, and her strong resilience.

Rockingham County resident goes beyond her means to make sure folks understand their true purpose and make a difference in society. Also: "YOU'VE GOT GRIT," Jennifer Joyce, of the Barry L. Joyce Local Cancer Support Fund of Madison. Watch this video and see how an amazing idea can be planted like a seed, and then blossom to become a huge tree of comfort for many: http://youtu.be/ENGHu7Ra90M A post on the Barry L. Joyce Local Cancer Support Fund says it all: "Cancer could care less about a person’s story where they come from, who they are, or what they believe - and we don’t either. All we care about is helping make their journey a bit more tolerable. On a call today, folks were relieved, grateful, and beyond all, smiling to see their friends and hear from them via Zoom. It’s simple. Be there for others in any way that you can and that is just what we are here to do. We love our friends and vow to be there with them every step of the way. No

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https://youtu.be/DHSKFb4LeY Rockingham County Interim Public Health Director Susan Young's latest Rockingham County 4-1-1 video offers candid comments about this unprecedented pandemic: Young's conversation with Public Information Officer Mable Scott highlights the following: 1- U.S. President Donald Trump & the First Lady's testing positive for the coronavirus 2- NC Governor Roy Cooper's most recent COVID-19 announcement 3- Rockingham County's coronavirus testing, hospitalizations, recoveries, locations, deaths 4- Rockingham County Schools 5- THINK PINK Month for Breast Cancer Awareness 6- Fall flu shots: say boo to flu 7- Safety homework for citizens

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avirus pandemic, there are numerous career opportunities with Rockingham County Government. County officials invite those exploring new employment avenues to check out Rockingham County Government online at: http://agency.governmentjobs.co m/rockingham/default.cfm. Human Resources Director Renee Perry and Emergency Services Director Rodney Cates talk with Public Information Officer Mable Scott about the vacancies. Perry offers an overview of various types of jobs, credentials and requirements throughout county government, while Cates speaks specifically about county Emergency Services including Emergency Services' four sections: Emergency Management, 9-1-1 Communications Center, Emergency Medical Services, and the Fire Marshal’s Office. Find out more about Rockingham County Government on Spectrum 1304 and on the county's website at: www.MyRockinghamCountyNC. com.

Collaborations Video This Rockingham County video focuses on Dr. Michelle Laws and her work on a statewide basis involving the coronavirus and managing stress: https://youtu.be/80t-VA3qm0A Laws is Assistant Director for Consumer Policy and Community Stakeholder Engagement, in the Division of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services for the NC Department of Health and Human Services , in Raleigh. In her conversation with Public Information Officer Mable Scott she explains: 1. How her job changed with the coronavirus pandemic 2. Her primary focus in regards to COVID-19 and managing stress 3. Important initiatives with COVID-19 and main challenges 4. Constant change since Feb/March 5. Community feedback 6. Why NC Dept. of Health & Human Services Secretary Mandy Cohen's emphasis on the 3W's ... Wear, Wait, Wash is critical 7. Why Laws loves her job. The video will air on Rockingham County Government's websites, social media, and public access channel, Spectrum 1304. It will also be shared with media outlets.

Tax tips from the Rockingham County Tax Administration Office: https://youtu.be/roh3HZQ_J8o This Rockingham County 4-1-1 video features Personal Property Manager Babbie Moore, Tax Collection Supervisor Steven Younts, and Tax Administrator Mark McClintock. Public Information Officer Mable Scott received a number of suggestions and pointers that can benefit local citizens. The video will cover these main questions? I. PERSONAL PROPERTY What is personal property? If I own a business in Rockingham County, what do I need to list? Is there anything else I should report other than personal property or business equipment? Will I automatically get a listing form? Who needs to list? What does it mean to “list”? When do I need to list? Where do I go to list? Can I list online? Is there a deadline to list by? Does this deadline apply to me if I am listing my business equipment? Will the County mail me a listing form? What do I need to do if I don’t get a listing form and I have something I need to list? Are there other sources that I can use to help me list correctly? Do you accept a listing form by email? Are there any other things that we should know to be sure that we list timely and correctly? II. TAX COLLECTION When are taxes due and when are they delinquent? How has COVID-19 impacted or changed your strategic plans to properly handle the busy tax collections season coming up soon? How do you plan to address some of these issues and reduce wait times? Are there things the taxpayers can do to avoid these long wait times or help make this a smoother process? Do you foresee or expect any other issues that could create even more challenges during this time? III. TAX ADMINISTRATION How has COVID-19 affected the operations of the Tax Department? In regards to exemptions, what help is out there for people who may be elderly or disabled? What about disabled veterans? What is the Circuit Breaker? How do people apply for these exemptions? When should they apply? Who should they contact?

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Sports Getting Stronger Every Day YMCA invites you to join free challenge to reenergize spirit, mind and body Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired in these COVID19 times? The YMCA of Greensboro, which includes all

Rockingham County YMCA’s, invites everyone in the community to participate in a free, sixweek STRONG challenge designed to help transform spirit, mind and body. “Now, more than ever before, we need to recharge and refocus,” said YMCA of Greensboro President and CEO Rhonda Anderson. “The COVID-19 pandemic has worn us down. It’s isolated us in so many ways. We know that we are always stronger together, and this challenge provides an

opportunity to get active and healthier as one big family.” Opt-in to the free challenge by texting STRONG to 74121. Follow the prompts to sign up, and you will receive three texts each week filled with motivation, challenges, workouts and more. You will also be invited to the Y for opportunities to enjoy swimming, working out and a variety of classes. The challenge starts Oct. 19 but registration is open now. Everyone in the community is also invited to work out wherever you are, taking free YMCA online classes like Zumba, yoga and HIIT.Visit the website to learn more about the STRONG challenge. About the YMCA of Greensboro: The YMCA of Greensboro was founded in 1889 with a mission to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Through its eight branches and YMCA Camp Weaver, the YMCA of Greensboro is strengthening the foundations of our community by offering a warm and friendly environment where people of all ages, races, faiths, beliefs, and physical and financial abilities participate in worthwhile programs and meaningful experiences that make a positive difference in their lives. For more information on the YMCA of Greensboro, please visit .

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Finding Fur-Ever Homes Animal’s Of The Month Hula's name was inspired by the beautiful state of Hawaii and RCAS staff thinks she has the looks to live up to that name. Hula is an independent girl who loves the occasional head rub. She's two years old and already spayed and microchipped and ready to go home. Her adoption fee is $15 and includes her vaccinations, as well.

These beautiful pets are located at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 250 Cherokee Camp Rd, Reidsville (Wentworth Area). Please stop by and find your Fur Babies today! Website: www.rockinghamcountyanimalshelter.org Phone: (336) 394-0075 Sweet Genesis is a gentle giant looking for her perfect forever home. She's a 2-year-old couch potato who enjoys long naps and evening strolls. Genesis would love a home where there are one or two other dogs that she can socialize with and become part of the pack. Genesis is heartworm negative and her adoption fee is $75 and includes her spay, microchip, and up-to-date vaccinations.

Eden Recreation Deprtment to follow guidelines Due to Covid-19 the Eden Parks & Recreation Department will only allow 25 people or less at each of our Recreation Centers (Bridge St. & Mill Ave.) until we go higher than Phase 3. All attendees must wear masks and must have registration forms filled out by their parents or guardians before attending after school. Social distancing will be enforced. Our hours will be 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday thru Thursday and 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Friday. The Rec Department will be transporting from Central Elementary to Mill Ave. and from Douglas to Bridge St. but will only be able to transport 5 students. For additional information please contact the Eden Parks & Recreation Department at 336-623-2110 Ext. 3030 or the Recreation Centers (Bridge St. – 336-623-5559 or Mill Ave. – 336-635-2268).

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DRBA 1st Saturday Outing The Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) invites you to participate in its First Saturday Outing on November 7: a 4.5-mile hike on the Cook's Wall Trail in Hanging Rock State Park in Danbury and Westfield, NC. Participants will meet at 9:00 a.m. in the parking lot at the Lake Bathhouse, 2847 Hanging Rock Park Road (GPS 36.3902, -80.2678). Coordinator for the outing is Dr. Will Truslow, an avid hiker and DRBA board member. Truslow comments, "This is a moderate hike that climbs about 400 feet but has great rewards. There are two grand viewing areas seeing south and east. Cook's Wall is an area where vultures are frequently observed. If the atmosphere is clear, distant parts of the Blue Ridge Mountains can be seen." The state park's website also describes this fascinating hike : "The trail's surface is gravel, dirt, and rock, and it has some uneven steps." From the lake parking lot, the trail quickly ascends to the ridge connecting Hanging Rock and Cook's Wall, then gradually wraps around the mountain, offering many views from cliffs. Sweeping vistas of the south and west offer views of Sauratown and Pilot Mountain in the distance. House Rock, a feature located about halfway along this trail, is named for a "house-like" portion of the formation, which is a rock shelter overhang cavity that resembles a "living room."

You are invited to the Dan River Basin Association's November 7 hike on the Cook's Wall Trail at Hanging Rock State Park. This First Saturday Outing is free and open to the public.

All participants are asked to dress in layers of synthetic fabric, wear hiking boots, be prepared for rain, bring hiking stick(s), lunch or snacks, and water, and sign a waiver. FOR SAFETY, AND TO COMPLY WITH STATE GUIDELINES: (1) Wear a facemask that covers your nose and mouth. (2) Social distancing will be observed throughout the hike. To reach Hanging Rock State Park, From Walnut Cove, NC take Hwy. 89 west to Danbury. Turn left at the hospital on Hanging Rock Park Road, go 1.5 miles to the park. Continue to the Lake Bathhouse at 2847 Hanging Rock Park Road From Winston-Salem, NC take Hwy 8 north to Danbury. Turn left at the hospital on Hanging

Rock Park Road, go 1.5 miles to the park. Continue to the Lake Bathhouse at 2847 Hanging Rock Park Road From Stuart, VA take Hwy 8 south to Danbury. Turn right at the hospital on Hanging Rock Park Road, go 1.5 miles to the park. Continue to the Lake Bathhouse at 2847 Hanging Rock Park Road MORE INFORMATION: For more information, contact Will Truslow, 336-547-1903, willtruslow@hotmail.com Outings and meetings of the Dan River Basin Association are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.danriver.org.

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The official Ribbon Cutting for DIVINE NUTRITION was held in mid-October with representatives from the City of Eden and Eden Chamber welcoming them into the business community. Located at 403 W. King's Hwy, Suite B in Eden (next to Allstate), owner Chrissy Perez wants to invite you in to try their healthy smoothies and energy drinks and ask about their personal coaching. Call 336-512-9699.

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Welcome BLACK SHEEP BOUTIQUE & QUILT to Washington Street, who had their official Ribbon Cutting in October. Located at 651 Washington Street, Eden, Owner Paula & Kevin Thompson would like to invite you to step into the brightly decorated shop with all you could ever need in quilting supplies. You can call them at 336-944-5245

MARC invites students to enter writing competition Local agencies and groups are working in conjunction with Foundation Forward, Inc. to build a Charters of Freedom Setting outside of the new Rockingham County Judicial Center in Wentworth. The Foundation’s mission is to provide access to the founding documents of our democracy in all communities across the nation with a goal of educating and preserving history. Groundbreaking for the local project is planned for this fall. As a partnering agency, the Museum and Archives of Rockingham County invites students in Rockingham County to participate in a writing competition. Three winning essays will be selected to be included at the Charters of Freedom dedication ceremony in the spring of 2021.

Those essays will also be preserved in a time capsule located in brick vaults beneath the display, with the opening planned in the year 2087 to coincide with the 300th anniversary of the United States Constitution. Students from public schools, private schools, and homeschools across the county are urged to enter the contest. Essay topics are assigned by grade levels, and one essay will be selected per age group. Students in 6th and 7th grades, 8th and 9th grades, and grades 10 through 12 are eligible to participate. Grade level topics and contest guidelines are available on the MARC website at www.themarconline.org. The deadline to submit entries to the MARC is midnight on 15th January 2021.

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In 1986, Daniel Wright started Wright Printing Service in Madison, NC, to provide quality products to the local community and allow businesses to be able to purchase custom printing in Rockingham County. Over 20 years ago, Wright Printing Service expanded and added a location in Eden to provide another location for locals to go to. In August 2021, Wright Printing Service will be celebrating 35 years in business. It offers experience, knowledge, dependability, and quality service all while considering the best method for cost-effectiveness. Serving the Triad and surrounding areas, they are committed to getting the job done right. As a full-service printing company, Wright Printing Service handles all printing needs. From traditional printing

such as letterhead, envelopes, labels, tags, checks, postcards, business cards, forms, QR codes, synthetic products etc. to nontraditional printing such as banners, signs, vinyl letters, decals, license plates, billboards, clothing and promotional products. Wright Printing Service's professional and friendly staff treat every customer as a VIP. The Design Department takes ideas and turns them into reality. They produce products that relay positive brand perception, promote brand awareness, and set companies apart from their competition. You can count on Wright Printing Service to be professional, timely, efficient, and make sure you are satisfied every step of the way. Check Wright Printing Service out at , on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google.

importance of the Declaration of Independence, and the need for democracy. The Charters of Freedom are our country’s founding documents which secured the freedom and rights of the American people. These three original documents, The Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and The Bill of Rights, are on display in the

National Archives in Washington, D.C. They are open to the public and free to view. By building replicas in communities across the nation, Foundation Forward, Inc. (https://chartersoffreedom.com/) seeks to make these patriotic documents accessible to more individuals and school groups, and to promote interest in our national heritage and history.

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Explore Eden Nestle Purina The majority of the jobs available at the Eden facility will not post until mid-2021, but there are a few positions available soon. Visit www.Purinajobs.com/ NC for more information.

5 Historic Downtown Eden Ribbon Cuttings on November 5, 2020 This is Nirvana: 11am This Historic Downtown Eden store is located at 615 Washington Street and sells international home décor, clothing and jewelry. Call 336-5833018 for more information. Black Diamond Embroidery: 11:15am They are at 605 Washington Street, they offer quality embroidery on shirts, hats, jackets and other items. Call 336-627-3394 for more information. Purlina’s Gift Baskets: 11:30am Purlina’s Gift Baskets located at 610 Washington Street is a unique store offering a variety of baskets and gifts. Featured items for this month – Breast Cancer Awareness and Kids Face Masks. Shop for the Pretty and Perfect gift at Purlina’s. For more information, call 336-2809464. The Workshop: 11:45am Owners Laura and Ashley operate this event space located in Historic Downtown Eden, NC. They can accommodate up to 25 people for learning skills from talented artisans from all over NC and VA. Their space is also available for small business retreats, lunch and learns or private gatherings. Visit http://www.theshilohshopandco.c om/the-workshop, call (336) 432-1023 or send a message to hey@theshilohshopandco.com

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The Hive: Noon They are located at 622 Washington Street and serve different varieties of beer and wine as well as delicious food. Call them at 336-612-2509 for more information. Merchant Open House Several Historic Eden Downtown merchants are holding an open house on the 13th, 14th and 15th of November. Stores will offer Christmas items for sale as well as refreshments. Be sure to stop by and see all of the new Uptown Shops as they are now called in Eden’s historic downtown. Small Business Saturday/Holiday Stroll On November 28, 2020, 11am 7pm kids from across Eden and Rockingham County should come downtown to enjoy a day of fun, shopping and register to win a gift baskets from Purlina’s Gift Baskets. Merchants are planning many Christmas events, including Santa Claus. Watch the Uptown Eden Facebook page for more information. Divine Nutrition: Ribbon— New Fall Flavors Located at 403 W. King's Hwy, Suite B in Eden (next to Allstate Insurance.) they now are offering pumpkin everything, including: spice, latte, muffins, cranberry muffin, cheesecake, pie, cinnamon roll, carrot cake, caramel pumpkin cheesecake, chocolate chip pumpkin, peanut butter pumpkin cheesecake,pumpkin salted caramel, pumpkin latte, pumpkin swirl cake and smores and of course pecan pie. Iced Coffees and other items are offered daily including pumpkin iced coffee, apple cider and fat burning chai latte. 6:00am6:00pm Mon.-Sat.. Call 336-5129699. or visit Nutritionbychrissy .goherbalife.com

NIGHT OWL NATIONAL STONEWORKS Night Owl is a granite and quartz fabrication center located in the former K-Mart building on Meadow Road, Eden. They celebrated their opening with a Chamber of Commerce Ribbon cutting. Mayor Neville Hall did the honors of cutting the ribbon. Pictured above are : L-R: Eden Chamber of Commerce Jennifer Barton, Marty White, Mayor Neville Hall, Ron Hutchins, Ronnie Hutchins, JR Cecil (Eden Chamber of Commerce Board Chair) They are hiring electricians, electricians’ helpers, granite polishers, CNC machine operators, forklift operators, finish carpenters, sheetrock workers and framers. Visit www.noncstoneworks.com /careers or call 888-283-6303 for more information.

AK EMPORIUM, at 649 Washington Street, Eden, held their official Ribbon Cutting with the Chamber of Commerce on October 23rd. Family and friends joined with city officials to cut the ribbon with the help of Mayor Neville Hall. Owners Anita and Keith Jennette were excited to welcome and show guests thier many unique items including refinished furniture, antigues, collectables, crafts, decor and more. For questions call them at 336-627-3780.

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• Ask Rusty – Can I Claim My Widow’s Benefit at Age 57? Dear Rusty: My husband passed away in 2001, and he paid into Social Security every year he worked, which would be over 30 years. If he were alive today, he would be 75 years old. I am 57 years old and still working full time. Am I able to collect his Social Security benefits now since I am still working? Signed: Widowed Worker Dear Widowed Worker: You are not eligible to collect a survivor benefit from your deceased husband if you have remarried, and you cannot collect the survivor benefit until you are at least 60 years of age. And, if you claim at age 60, the survivor benefit will be reduced by 28.5% from what it would be if you waited until your full retirement age (FRA) to claim it (your full retirement age is 67). Any time any Social Security (SS) benefit is taken before FRA, it is reduced. You can claim only your survivor benefit (not your own SS benefit) at age 60, but whenever benefits are taken before full retirement age, and you are still working, you are subject to Social Security's "earnings test" which limits how much you can earn before Social Security takes back some of your benefits. The earnings limit for 2020 is $18,240 (it changes yearly) and if the limit is exceeded Social Security will take back benefits equal to $1 for every $2 you are over the limit. Such lost survivor benefits are not recov-

erable. Social Security publishes next year's earnings limits in the fall of each year prior, so what the earnings limit will be when you reach age 60 isn't yet known, but it will be an amount that is more than the 2020 limit. Assuming you will also be eligible for your own Social Security benefits from your own lifetime work record, you should evaluate which benefit, at maximum, will give you the highest benefit amount. If that is your survivor benefit from your husband (which, at your FRA, would be 100% of the benefit your husband was collecting when he died), then you should consider maximizing the survivor benefit by not claiming it until you reach your FRA. If money is needed earlier, you could claim your own SS benefit as early as age 62 and allow your survivor benefit to reach maximum at your FRA. Conversely, if your own Social Security benefit from your own work record will be higher at maximum than your survivor benefit, then you could claim your survivor benefit first and delay claiming your own benefit until it reaches maximum at age 70 (your own benefit will be 24% more at 70 than it will be at your FRA). Your goal should be to get the highest possible benefit for the rest of your life and comparing these two options will permit you to do that. You can find out your estimated benefit amounts in both cases by contacting Social Security.

And remember, if you decide to claim your own benefit before your FRA that, too, will be subject to the earnings limit until you reach your FRA, after which there is no longer a limit to how much you can earn. This article is intended for information purposes only and does not represent legal or financial guidance. It presents the opinions and interpretations of the AMAC Foundation’s staff, trained and accredited by the National Social Security Association (NSSA). NSSA and the AMAC Foundation and its staff are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental entity. To submit a question, visit our website (amacfoundation.org/programs/s ocial-security-advisory) or email us at ssadvisor@amacfoundation.org. About AMAC The 2.1 million member Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC] www.amac.us is a vibrant, vital senior advocacy organization that takes its marching orders from its members. AMAC Action is a non-profit, non-partisan organization representing the membership in our nation’s capital and in local Congressional Districts throughout the country. And the AMAC Foundation (www.AmacFoundation.org) is the Association’s non-profit organization, dedicated to supporting and educating America’s Seniors. Together, we act and speak on the Association members’ behalf, protecting their interests and offering a practical insight on how to best solve the problems they face today. Live long and make a difference by joining us today at www.amac.us/join-amac.

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How to support small businesses this holiday season The holiday season is an important one for small businesses every year, and it figures to take on heightened importance in 2020. The outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID19 in late 2019 and early 2020 hit small businesses especially hard, with many being forced to close their facilities to customers in an effort to prevent the virus from spreading. Estimates regarding the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak on small businesses varied, but many small business owners were forced to let go employees as they confronted steep declines in revenue. A ZenBusiness survey of more than 1,000 small business founders, senior managers and decision makers found that 37 percent of small businesses that employ between 11 and 25 people were considering laying off more than one-fifth of their workforce. As small businesses face difficult challenges, it’s no surprise that many consumers want to support locally owned small businesses this holiday season. Such support not only can help small businesses, but also can help to revitalize local communities. • Shop online. Online shopping has traditionally been dominated by big box retailers. However, many small businesses increased their e-commerce capabilities to generate revenue. Shoppers concerned about shopping in person this holiday season should explore the delivery and curbside pickup options available at locally owned small businesses. Even businesses that have not traditionally been allowed to deliver, such as breweries and wineries, have been able to do

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