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Tropical Storm Michael wreaks havoc on county Hurricane Florence dropped enough rain water in Rockingham County to flood anywhere even close to a river or creek. Then along came Michael... a hurricane turned Tropical Storm that topped them all for Rockingham County, with flash floods, trees down, houses and buildings damaged, wide spread power outages as well as phone and internet outages.

Following the harrowing afternoon of October 11th in Rockingham County as well as most surrounding counties, the reality sank in, and a state of emergency was declared. When Michael hit, the resources in the county were spread thin due to crews deployed to cover the Florence storm damage. But soon help arrived.

Roadways throughout the county were blocked or cluttered with debris and downed lines, even a few sink holes were created.

The county, although blessed with a lighter hit than those to our south, was still reeling from the effects of Michael for days with freezers thawing, fridge items going bad and some families with trees through their homes. Businesses essentially shut down due to power, internet and phone issues.

With so much unexpected destruction, the shock of it all was throughout the communities, of which many good Samaritans came out to help cut limbs and trees from roads and driveways, taking frozen items to homes lucky enough to have power, and some taking whole families in until power and phones were restored.

Emergency Services Director Rodney Cates’ noted that by 1pm on October 11th briefings had indicated the area could have a period of heavy winds on the back side of the storm, with 50-60 MPH characterized by NWS Blacksburg as “Similar to a Strong/Severe Storm during the Summer.” By 3 pm heavy winds and rain began and damage reports steadily came into the 9-1-1 center. A State of Emergency was enacted at 3pm and we immediately moved to a Level 2 EOC Activation, at the first report of damages.

For the time period of 3pm-4pm, the 9-1-1 center answered 949 phone calls. A normal day would be 1525 calls per hour. Communication paths were immediately established with State Emergency Management, DOT, Utility Providers, NC Forestry, Rockingham County Swift Water Rescue Team and more.

As the storm passed, NC Forestry began to assist with the removal of trees from the roadway. Additional chain saw crews from NC Forestry were called to assist with road clearing beginning Friday morning. A team of 6 arrived and were sent on missions to assist with clearing roadways. Citizens were urged to stay off the roadway to allow responders access to damaged areas that evening and the following day.

The Swift Water Rescue Team activated three teams. Three, 3-man teams deployed to the Eden, Madison and Reidsville Rescue bases and answered calls for service. They made 6 rescues. 5 in Rockingham and 1 just inside Caswell, all with no injuries reported. Local Fire Departments and EMS responded to numerous calls and assisted in many ways.

Because much debris was entangled with power lines and had to be removed by the power companies or their contractors, opening a shelter at that time would

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New Quilt Square dedicated at Chinqua-Penn Trail Friends of Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail recently added a New Quilt Square to County-Wide Trail. The official Unveiling & The dedication for the new quilt square, which is the newest addition to the Rockingham County Quilt Trail, was held at the trailhead near the information kiosk.

This Chinqua-Penn Trail quilt square was created in mosaic using hand cut stained glass. The featured images depict various scenes found along the 1.7 mile trail. The centerpiece shows the millstone Summer House, which also serves as the trail's logo. Other images include a Black Angus cow, a bluebird, bamboo and a butterfly. The cow, bird and butterfly were inspired from trail photos taken by Rockingham County nature photographer, Gordon Allen. The quilt design also incorporates multiple "Y" shapes to give homage to the historic "Chinqua Penn" house designed by Jeff and Betsy Penn.

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Special Adults Monthly Dance Our Rockingham County Dance this month will be held on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at The Cardinal Rockingham Wellness Center located at 509 S. Van Buren Road, Eden, NC 27288 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.

Our November 8th Dance SPONSOR is Betty Faber and Wes and Suzy Barrow!

Our December Dance will be held at Mission First in Reidsville with sponsors Renee Terrell and Friends.

Please contact me with any additional Sponsors interested in supporting our monthly dance in 2019. Please come see us and invite your friends. Thanks to all our dancers and volunteers!

Sunday November 11th, 2018 at 4pm Colonial Funeral Home Chapel in Madison The public is cordially invited to join in this tribute to the memory of our loved ones.

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7 Uses For Fallen Leaves By the time autumn hits full swing, many trees will have shed their leaves for the season, and the last vestiges of red, yellow and orange magic will have faded to brown. Raking, blowing and collecting leaves becomes the primary chores of lawn and yard maintenance, and presents most homeowners with large piles of gathered leaves to tend to.

It is impossible to count just how many leaves fall to the ground each year, or just how many pounds of leaves get collected curbside, but the numbers are substantial. Cleaning up leaves is considerable work, but not all of those leaves need to be carted away. In fact, there are several different uses of leaves that can be beneficial.

1. Spread leaves as a protective mulch to cover tender perennials or root crops/bulbs in the ground.

The leaves will form a natural insulating cover that keeps the soil and the plants within a bit warmer over winter.

2. Create a pile of leaves that will break down and form a crumbly, compost-like material called leaf mold. Even though leaf mold may sound like a blight, it’s actually a good amendment to garden soil, improving its structure and ability to hold water. Leaf mold also attracts beneficial organisms that are vital in healthy soil.

3. Brown leaves can be added to green materials in compost piles to improve the health of the compost being formed. According to the healthy living resource Care2, the ideal ratio is 75 percent brown to 25 percent green materials in compost. Turn compost piles regularly to aerate them.

4. Store dried, mulched leaves in a dry spot so they can be used in the spring as a weed barrier for spring plantings. They will keep weeds at bay and help retain soil moisture to ensure small sprouts have the resources to grow.

5. Use shredded leaves as a lawn supplement. Pass a lawn mower over leaves left on the lawn to break them down into pieces too small to rake. This will help keep the lawn healthy throughout the winter without blocking out needed sunlight.

6. Bag dried leaves and pack them tightly together in cold areas of the home, such as basements or garages. They can act as added insulation. Bags of leaves also can be placed around planting containers to protect them from frost.

7. Gather a few of the best-looking leaves and preserve them. Use an iron on a low setting and press leaves between two pieces of waxed paper until the waxed paper seals together. Or use clear contact paper to achieve the same effect.

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Weston honored at Emory University Emory’s Office of Alumni Engagement honors a multitalented and accomplished group of young professionals in the 2018 Class of 40 under Forty.

Dana Weston, President and CEO of UNC Rockingham Health Center was one honored.

Year after year, Emory graduates some of the most impactful young leaders in a broad range of industries. They forge partnerships, solve problems, blaze trails, and serve their communities wherever they may be. Emory’s Office of Alumni Engagement 40 Under Forty awards program annually spotlights selected alumni across a variety of vocations for having made a significant impact in business, research, leadership, public service and/or philanthropic endeavors.

Our 2018 winners were selected from hundreds of nominees, representing the very best in achievement and service across the diverse and influential

Emory alumni community, including Dana Weston of UNC Rockingham Health Center.

“In its second year, the 40 Under Forty class is a multifaceted group,” says Laura Weekley, senior director for alumni learning and leadership programs at the Office of Alumni Engagement. “We culled

through hundreds of nominees’ files, including journalists, technological innovators, social justice pioneers, and scientists, all to come up with this outstanding group of young professionals.”

The winners were honored in a special section in the September 2018 edition of Emory Magazine.

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Quilt Square Continued from Page 1 The quilt square was created by local artist and trail neighbor, Teresa Talley Phillips. This mosaic is presented by Sam, Teresa and Jack Phillips as a gift to Friends of Chinqua Penn Trail and is dedicated to the Talley Family who settled in this area in 1850.

The Rockingham County Quilt Trail began in 2015 as a project of the Piedmont Conservation Council (PCC) with a grant from the NC Department of Commerce. PCC partnered with Rockingham County Soil & Water and the Rockingham County Tourism Development Authority to make the Trail a reality. The new Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail square brings the total number to 31 sites on the county-wide trail.

The purpose of the Quilt Trail is to promote tourism by encouraging local residents and visiting tourists to travel around Rockingham County’s beautiful rural landscape and shop the agribusinesses and locally- made products. The quilt squares are painted by local artists or created on aluminum 4’ x 4’ squares.

Each square is a celebration of the rich agricultural heritage of Rockingham County. The squares are placed on the sides of various structures.

About the Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail - Part of America’s National Trails System, the ChinquaPenn Walking Trail is a 1.7 mile loop set in the beautiful countryside on the Upper Piedmont Research Station in between Reidsville and Wentworth. The Trail was created in 1997 by the Research Station for the benefit of the public and is located on property adjacent to the historic Chinqua-Penn mansion, the 1920s home of tobacco magnates Jeff and Betsy Penn. The home is now privately owned and not open to the public. Friends of Chinqua-Penn Walking Trail have partnered with the Research Station to care for the trail since 2010. More information is at: www.ChinquaPennTrail.org.

Morehead Memorial Hospital is now UNC Rockingham Health Care, and we couldn’t be more excited. The hospital is now backed by the expertise, technology and reputation of UNC Health Care. More than a just a name change, it’s also a brighter tomorrow for your hometown care.

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Local Farewells Loved ones of Rockingham County who have recently passed away JoAnn Walker Alverson, 60 - Eden Percell Adams, 56 - Eden Irene Flinchum Alley, 91 Gloria Washburn Barker, 77 - Eden Ricky Von Bowman, 61 - Madison Steven Patrick Baker, 56 - Reidsville Fanny Lou Barnes, 75 Larry Wray Boyd, 75 - Reidsville Bessie Sampson Bell Teresa Barnes Cox, 63 - Eden Betsy Wilson Chandler, 89 - Eden Anna Mae Tucker Clark - Eden Eva Testerman Cure (Bonnie), 97 Mattie Irene Cox, 84 Joseph W. Corum, 67 - RC Sarah Crowder - RC Winona Vernon Cardwell, 90 Madison Dennis Campbell, 71 - Reidsville Sue Warf Cook, 98 - Reidsville Janet M. Cole, 90 - Reidsville Douglas “Dean” Corum Lewis Garndol Cheshire, 92 Thomas Dean Cardwell, 66 Mayodan Cable Curtis "Dig" Durham, 79 Nancy Heath Duncan, 88

David Ernest Dillon, 67 Annie Dalton, 97 Jean R. Dillard Delcie Mae “Sissy” Easter, 83 Nathan Daniel Espinoza, 22 Reidsville Margaret Ann Kerley Fallin, 91 Carl Wayne Garrison, 80 Luther Clay Gauldin, 81 - Eden Mary Fultz Griffin, 72 - Eden Norma Dell Bryant Gunn, 82 Lucie Lane Ray Gravely, 86 - Eden Linda Jane Sizemore Goins - Eden Jerry Wayne Giles, 63 Patricia “Trish” Gwyn, 89 Reidsville Albert Manning Hill, 94 - Eden James "Carson" Hopkins, 78 Vista Barker Howlett, 79 - Eden Rosa Lee Hayes, 80 - Madison Howard Roosevelt Halbrook, 91 Reidsville William Green Hildebrand, Jr. Reidsville Kenneth Hobby - Reidsville Dianne Simmons Hairston, 58 Reginald Bernard Inman, 88 Ruth Corns Justice, 82 - Madison Glenn “Doug” Joyce, 76 - Madison James Edward Jones, Sr. - Reidsville Madeline “Kitty” Knight - Madison Ruth Louise Knight, 80 - Madison Nicholas Anthony LaManna, 82 Judy Lamb Loftis, 70 - Reidsville Betty Jean Page London, 75 Albert Reid Lynn, 86 Kate Pittman Lunsford, 81 Master Damir Lewis, Infant George Washington Moore, 82 Mayodan Rachel Moorefield, 84 - Reidsville Minnie Corina Settle Moyer - RC William Gabriel Moore, 78 Mayodan Mildred Virginia Woods Mabe, 89 Ronald "Ronnie" Wayne Moore, 58 - Reidsville Robert W. “Bob” McLaughlin, 87 Deborah Sue Murray, 62 - Madison Jesse Roy Martinez, 15 Irmgard Scherrer “Bobbie” McKinney, 82 - Reidsville Curtis Daniel McAlister, 39 Reidsville Eddie Martin - Reidsville

Pretrinia Marlene Martin Janet Esther Frazier Moore Frankie Moore Jeffrey "Scott" McKinny, 54 Danny Darnell Martin, 68 Clarence Milus "Dick" Motley Reidsville Jamie Mason Nance, 89 - Stoneville Robert Earl Neal - Reidsville Belva Kaye Watkins O'Neill, 68 Edith Yvonne Hairston Parker, 66 Eden David “Billy” William Pulliam, 80 Evelyn Magdalene Smith Pyrtle, 97 - Madison Clyde Delano Price, 80 Erva Graves Pass Mildred “Mickey” Virginia Reed, 89 - Mayodan Julius G. Roberts, 86 Connie Rice Rippey, 61 Paul Lindberg “Lynn” Reece, Jr., 64 - Reidsville Tatia E. Rankin Nathan Alexander Swinson, 18 Martha Slade Settle, 71 Herbert Nelson Sexton, Sr., 80 Evelyn Harris Slaughter, 94 - Eden Michelle Vercellino Summerlin, 47 Naomi Spencer Smith, 101 Stoneville Marcus Samuel Scales, 13 Stoneville Mildred Louise Manuel Stevens, 93 Darnese Joyner Stone, 88 - RC Mary Shively, 75 Emma Neville Talley, 87 Reidsville Leslie "Keith" Turner, 53 Margaret White Vernon, 88 Madison Linda Ann Trent Windsor, 74 Melvin “Mel” Ray Warren, 84 - RC Max Poston Webb, 89 - Madison James Dewey “J.D.” Williams, 86 Mary Joyce Wigington, 86 Peggy Faye “Reynolds” Watkins, 75 Douglas Randolph “Randy” Wagoner, 58 - Reidsville Edith Lawrence Ward, 97 Reidsville Jimmy Monroe Woods Paula Mae Lillard Younger, 93 Ruffin

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Tropical Storm...

Continued from Page 1 have encouraged citizens to travel in very dangerous conditions.

Saturday morning, officials again discussed the need to open a shelter. Although power was out to over 55% of customers, weather conditions posed no threat to life, but travel was still deemed unsafe in many areas.

Saturday Morning: Caswell County had 4 persons in their shelter, Forsyth had 2, Guilford had 18, Alamance closed their shelter Friday due to the lack of the need. All but Guilford closed Saturday afternoon, and at no time were there more than 27 total people sheltered as a result of Tropical Storm Michael.

As of Monday evening, October 15th , 88.98% of all power had been restored. Duke Energy had 5,208 customers out.

Tuesday at 1:30, 96.72% of customers had power. Only 1,631 were without electricity.

Local Eden resident, Jan Moore Griggs and brother Bernie Moore hatched a plan to help all those working so hard to help after the storm blew through. Along with Emergency

Management Director, Rodney Coats, a plan began taking shape.

Calls went out to the YMCA’s, churches and businesses. Facebook was full of responses, even though many locations were out of power, internet and home phone services.

Several community organizations joined in the help. Each YMCA providing hot shower facilities. Pleasant View Baptist and Osborne Baptist in Eden, Burton Memorial Missionary Baptist in Reidsville and LOT 2540 in Madison helped to make life easier for some 75 line workers who had to work long hours by providing a place to rest, eat hot food and take hot showers.

In Eden hundreds of meals were provided to those without power, utility crews and emergency responders by the Draper Christian Church who opened up their fellowship hall to help.

The Greensboro Fire Department, and Rodney Cates arranged for the delivery of Red Cross cots to Rockingham County. Emergency Services, tax assessors, and building inspections, began Monday with a long process determining the level of

Hospice announces Dewey’s Bakery Fundraising Store This new store will help raise money while providing a convenient local place to shop for fresh-baked holiday treats.

Hospice of Rockingham County, Inc. will operate a Dewey’s Bakery fundraising location in Reidsville, NC for the holiday season. The store will be open from November 12th until December 23rd, and will operate from 10am-6pm, Monday through Friday; 9am-3pm on Saturdays; 1p-4p on Sundays.

The shop will be closed Thanksgiving Day. A portion of proceeds from each sale will go directly back to Hospice of Rockingham County to help offset the cost of providing end-oflife care to patients having little or no insurance.

“We’re very excited to partner with Dewey’s Bakery for the Christmas season and we encourage everyone to stop by for their holiday shopping,” said Lynn Flanagan, executive director of Hospice of Rockingham County.

“We’re located in the center of the county and we hope that will make it convenient for folks to shop with us. As a nonprofit organization, we’ve never turned away a patient needing care but lacking coverage. The funds raised through the Dewey’s Fundraising Store will enable us

to continue to be able to make that statement.”

Items available in the store will include Dewey’s Moravian Cookie gift tins, Moravian Sugar Cake, savory Cheese Straws and much more. Moravian Cookie flavors include Ginger Spice, Classic Sugar, Chocolate Dipped Mint and many others.

Dewey’s Moravian baked goods have been a treasured holiday tradition since the bakery opened in downtown Winston-Salem in 1930.

Moravian Cookies were even hand-selected by Oprah Winfrey and featured in O, The Oprah Magazine’s coveted “O List.”

Dewey’s remains faithful to the origins of these time-honored classics, continuing to bake in the homemade tradition using original recipes and the finest ingredients. For more information about Dewey’s Bakery, please visit www.deweys.com.

Hospice of Rockingham County is located at 2150 NC Hwy 65, Reidsville, NC. Their Dewey’s Bakery Fundraising Store will be in the community room of the Hospice Home. For more information, visit their website at www.hospiceofrockinghamcounty.com or call (336) 427-9022.

damage in the county to determine the State or Federal Disaster Assistance available, as well as insurance adjusters head ing out to view the damages.

Businesses like Food Lion, Walmart, Cookout and Dick’s Drive In of Eden chipped in to help those in need. Lowes Home Improvement of Reidsville served hot dogs and hamburgers to the Duke Power, Asplundh and emergency crews. Hall Well & Plumbing sent out a call for anyone who needed water to bring containers and fill them up.

Verizon offered free charging of phones in their stores.

Each city had it’s own problems with sewage overflows due to the fast falling rain, including the City of Reidsville Wastewater Treatment Plant which experienced an overflow of approximately 14,000 gallons of untreated wastewater during the storm.

The City of Eden had 6 instances of discharge of untreated sewage on Thursday October 11, 2018 when an untreated wastewater discharge of 1,000 gallons or more reached surface waters. The cause of the overflows was severe weather conditions with heavy rainfall along with inflow and infiltration into the City of Eden’s sanitary sewer system.

On October 11th, the first overflow occurred at Covenant Branch Pump Station, 699 Lake Street, from 3:00 p.m. until 2:18 a.m. the following day. An estimated 33,000 gallons of untreated sewage was lost and flowed into Covenant Branch, a stream which flows into the Dan River.

A second overflow was at Meadow Greens Pump Station, 456 S Edgewood Road, at 4:15 p.m. until 2:48 a.m. the following day. An estimated 29,000 gallons of untreated sewage flowed into Moir Branch, a stream flowing into the Dan River. The third at Park Road and Tolert Street was from 5:38 p.m. until 9:04 p.m. the same day. An estimated 1,500 gallons of untreated sewage flowed into Tackett Branch, a stream which flows into the Smith River.

A fifth overflow was at Railroad Pump Station, 11540 NC Hwy 770, at 7:06 p.m. until 10:05 a.m. the following day. An estimated 22,000 gallons of untreated sewage was lost, flowing into Dry Creek which flows into the Dan River. The sixth overflow was at Junction Pump Station, 696 Valley Drive, at 5:53 p.m. until 8:18 p.m. the same day. An estimated 9,000 gallons of untreated sewage flowed into the Smith River.

We can only imagine how bad it was south of us with this monster storm.

Clean up continued with home and business owners waiting their turn for repairs to be handled, or handling it themselves when possible.

Jan Moore Griggs wanted to send special thanks to all those who helped with the process, with a special mention to Broken Chains Crisis Team, Callie Griggs, Micki Wray and so many volunteers who braved the mess to help others.

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EDEN DRUG CLASSES OFFERED All Classees are FREE: • Eden Drug’s Heart Healthy classes are held monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 10:00 at the Senior Center on Orchard Drive in Eden.

• Diabetic Nutrition Classes are held monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 3:00 at Eden Drug’s Education Center located at 107 West Stadium Drive in Eden.

• Diabetic Wellness Classes are held monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 3:00 at Eden Drug’s Education Center located at 107 West Stadium Drive in Eden.

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

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CHRONIC DISEASE CARE • Parkinson's Support Group Call 336-627-8510 to register and for dates and times • HOUSE CALLS - RADIO SHOW 1490 AM • WMYN AM 11am & 7pm, 2nd & 4th Wednesday • FREE CLASSES FOR EXPECTANT PARENTS UNC Rockingham Health Care. 117 E.Kings Hwy. Eden, NC 27288 • EVERY BABY SHOULD MAKE A GRAND ENTRANCE! Designed to help you through the labor and delivery process, Free and held in UNC Rockingham Health Center’s Downstairs Classroom. Register (336) 623-9711 ext.

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Support Groups • Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Support Group - Meets every 2nd Tuesday of each month from 11am - 1pm at the Wellness Center located inside Laynes Pharmacy, 509 Van Buren Rd. , Eden. Visit on Facebook: #gotpain.

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

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

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

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First Presb. Church 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Sunday Fellowship Group – 8:00pm First Presb. Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 ALANON Thursday • Draper Al-Anon Group - 7:00pm First United Methodist Church 130 Main Street - Draper • Madison-Mayodan Group – 8:00pm Episcopal Church of the Messiah 114 S. 2nd Ave. – Mayodan Sunday Paths to Recovery – 7:00pm Reidsville Alliance Church 1300 Freeway Dr. - Reidsville ARC OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, INC. MONTHLY DANCE - 2nd Thurs. of every month. - Rockingham Wellness Center, 570 S. Van Buren, Laynes Bldg 6:30 - 8:00. Call 336-552-8576 • ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS - Annie Penn Call for date & times. South Day Room.

Registration not required. 336-951-4674.

Youth Concerns

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Military Groups

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Betty Gatewood at 336-623-7027 • VFW POST 8297- 2nd Sat. of month at 961 Church St. Ext., Reidsville, Noon. Bobby Jones 336-349-7733 • VFW POST 7033 -1st Tuesday of

month at 301 12th Ave., Mayodan, 7 PM. Donald Bien,CDR 336-548-3431.

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

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

Please call ahead: 336-573-9900.

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

Community Help GOODWILL CAREER CENTERS GED, Computer Skills Classes, Employability Skills Classes, Job Leads, Network Room, Resume Assistance Eden –336-623-3007 Reidsville – 336-637-1010 Mayodan – 336-949-4849 FACE THE WORLD FOUNDATION registering volunteer host families for international exchange students for the this school year. Call 910-308-9458.

MEALS FOR THE HUNGRY • SALVATION ARMY -Mon. thru Fri. 12:00-12:45 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden • MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time.

Anyone 60 +, Activities, good food & fun Hot Nutritious Lunches • HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206 Site Manager-Donna Fulp • LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St., Eden Contact Pat Fargis 623-5343 • MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave., May. - 336-445-9840 Misty Adkins • REIDSVILLE NUTRITION SITE 201 N. Washington Ave. Reidsville, NC 336-349-9757 • ROCKINGHAM RESCUE MISSION 618 Early Avenue, Eden 336-623-2133 Tues., Wed. & Thurs 11:00-12:30

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

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

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

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

Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer 7 p.m.

Children & Youth Programs 7 p.m.

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

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Events of Interest • FOOD BANK Every Friday 11am 1pm Stoneville Pent. Holiness Ch., Hwy 770, Stoneville. Free food to all in need.

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

Lynne 336 456 4509 "ART IN THE GARDEN" A conversation on how our community can develop an art center in Eden. We have a Public Facebook Group www.facebook.com/groups/10333114066

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

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

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

VFW WEEKLY DANCE

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

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

Upcoming Events ROCKINGHAM COUNTY CATTLEMEN'S MEETING December 13th, 2018 Location- Rockingham County Agriculture Center 525 NC Hwy 65 Reidsville, NC 27320 Time- 6:30 pm Contact person- Abby Whitaker Number- 336-342-8230 DRAPER CHRISTMAS PARADE The 52nd Annual Draper Children’s Christmas Parade. Saturday, December 1st, 2018 at 11am. Parade Line-up begins 9:30am - Meadow Road.

There is no entry fee and if you wish to participate please contact Draper Christmas Parade Fund at 336-635-0237.

The Hoppers • The Martins • Down East Boys • Special guests the Hopper Brothers & Connie December 1st 6pm Morehead High School - Best Aditorium 134 Pierce St., Eden Tickets @ iTickets. Sponsored by Living Stone.

All proceeds go to the Hopper Heritage Foundation and Western Rock. Chamber

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Each Friday Night HOUSE ROCKERS

DAN RIVER BASIN ASSOCIATION'S FIRST SATURDAY OUTING, 10:00 a.m., Sat., Dec.1.

5-mile hike on Mountain Laurel Trail, Horsepasture, VA. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at trailhead off Horsepasture Price Road (Rte 692) in Henry County, VA (GPS 36.6052 79.9510).

Dress in layered clothing and stout boots, bring a walking stick, lunch, and water.

Free and open to the public.

Contact: Lucas Conkle, conklel@alumni.greensboro.edu More information: www.danriver.org

Saturday, Nov. 3rd WOODY POWERS & THE MIDNIGHT EXPRESS Saturday, Nov. 10 BULLET BAND Saturday, Nov. 17th RENDITION Saturday, Nov 24th REMEDY Doors Open 6pm • All Shows 7pm

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

THIS MONTH IN ROCKINGHAM COUNTY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONRES MEETING. Stoneville Town Hall, 101 Smith St., Stoneville. All Meetings are at 6:30PM

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY CATTLEMEN'S MEETING @ Rockingham County Agriculture Center 525 NC Hwy 65 Reidsville. Time- 6:30 pm Contact person- Abby Whitaker - 336-342-8230

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH EDEN TALENT SHOWCASE - PERFORMING ARTS 6pm At Best Auditorium - Morehead High School, 134 N. Pierce St., Eden, NC. Fundraiser for RCC Scholarship. For auditions & performance info contact the Eden Chamber of Commerce at info@edenchamber.com or call 336-623-3336 Tickets for show only $10.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 10TH • THE 4TH ANNUAL PICKIN’ AT THE MARC from 12 noon to 9 PM North Carolina Hwy. 65, Reidsville, NC (In the Wentworth Township) • The Boulevard Merchants Association will hold a second CARS AND CRABS EVENT on November 10 of this year. The first one that was held in the spring was very successful.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH • VETERANS DAY PARADE & CEREMONY The 15th Annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, November 13 beginning at 9:00 a.m. from the former Draper Elementary School. Kids from both Lincoln Elementary and Central Elementary will be joining us!! We will walk together to Veterans Park on Fieldcrest Road where the ceremony will begin at approximately 9:30 a.m. We hope all of you will be able to join us for this very special event!!

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH • COME MEET CAMERON KENT AT THE MADISON MAYODAN LIBRARY 7:00pm. Cameron will be talking about his books, screenwriting and what lies ahead for him. He is best known for his time as a longtime news anchor on WXII Channel 12. He was with the station for 4 decades. He was also an Emmy Award winning announcer for his reporting on 9/11. Please join the Friends of the Library Western Rockingham as we host Mr. Cameron Kent’s enthusiastic evening. Light refreshments to be served. His books will be available for purchase.

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• CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE 1pm -5pm at Belladonna, Front Porch and Johnsons Florist. Eden.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONRES MEETING. Governmental Center, 371 NC Hwy. 65, Wentworth, NC. All Meetings are at 6:30PM

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD • 20TH ANNUAL LEAKSVILLE DOWNTOWN NIGHT PARADE - Washington Street and Kings Hwy, Eden. Line up begins at 5pm - Parade begins at 6:30 Sharp. Grand Marshall Raymond Uden. For details call 336-623-5400.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH • TOWN OF STONEVILLE CHRISTMAS STROLL AND NIGHT PARADE - Nov. 24th . Stroll starts at Noon, Tree lighting at 5pm and Parade begins at 5:30. For entry or vendors call Sherri Darnell 336-573-9393, Jessica Smith 336-580-8349 or Perry Webster 336-589-5178. Entry is $25 per group and $15 for vendors per 10x10 space.

Parade line up begins at 4pm. The parade route will be Bryan St. to Glenn St. to Business 220, up Henry St. and ends at Hundley’s Grocery.

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Additional ¼ Cent Sales & Use Tax is now in effect in County October 1st marked the implementation of the additional ¼ cent Sales and Use Tax in Rockingham County, making the local sales tax rate seven percent. Funds generated from the additional tax will be dedicated to Rockingham Community College for workforce development and training needs as agreed upon by the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners earlier this year.

The additional tax applies to all taxable sales with the exclusions of gasoline, prescription medications and groceries.

Rockingham County will receive the first distribution of the ¼ cent sales tax revenue by December 15, 2018. Voters passed the ¼ cent Sales and Use Tax referendum during the May 8 primary by 55.5%.

Merchants and businesses collecting sales tax should contact the NC Dept. of Revenue to get set up at: www.ncdor.gov or 1-877-252-3052.

RCC has outlined specific projects where the money would be used to address workforce training needs. One of the first and most visible projects would be to construct a state-of-the-art Workforce Devt Center on RCC’s campus in Wentworth.

The new center will house all advanced manufacturing programs, the Small Business Center, customized training and staff training space.

Other projects would combine ¼ cent sales tax revenue with NC Connect Bond funds to:** • Renovate Science Building to create state-of-the-art biology, chemistry and anatomy & physiology classrooms and labs to support Health Sciences • Renovate Industrial Tech I & II buildings to expand program offerings in construction trades, house the new TRAILS program and create state-of-the-art early childhood lab • Renovate Humanities Building to support university transfer instruction and prep • Renovate space for state-ofthe art Cosmetology Center • Provide new facilities to house Agri-Business program • Provide additions to Emergency Services Training

Center to expand & enhance fire & rescue training • Construct a driver training pad for Basic Law Enforcement Training (currently use GTCC) • Invest in upgrading technology & equipment to support collegiate level teaching & learning • Invest in building infrastructure needs on campus to support student learning & a collegiate working environment **not listed any type of priority order

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A Feature of the Leaksville Garden Club

Compiled by Martha Petty

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 winds • If you plan to have a live Christmas tree with the intention of planting it this winter, dig the hole now, before 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

VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY CLOSING

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The City of Eden’s Solid Waste Division will be closed Monday, November 12th, 2018 in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday.

Recycling SOLID WASTE & REFUSE Recycling/Collection Date Center Monday 11 -12 -18 Holiday Closed Tuesday 11-13-18 Normal Schedule Open Wednesday 11-14-18 Monday’s Collection Open Thursday 11-15-18 Normal Schedule Open Friday 11-16-18 Normal Schedule Open If your collection day falls on an observed holiday, your collection will be Wednesday of that week.

ALL AFTER HOURS CALLS SHOULD BE MADE TO THE EMERGENCY ANSWERING SERVICE AT 336-415-4444.

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County Landfill Disaster Debris Protocol For County Residents/Households Only Through November 5, 2018 ALL LOADS MUST BE INSIDE THE GATE BY 4:00PM!!!!

IMPORTANT: In Order to Have Your Landfill Fees Waived Careful waste separation is essential to expedite disaster clean up and removals, hold down costs, reduce waste, and protect human health. In order to have fees waived, those bringing the waste to the landfill for disposal will have to provide proof of County residency. Failure to comply with these guidelines will result in fees being charged at the scale.

Please be prepared to wait at the landfill scale house for disposal instructions.

Commercial/Municipal haulers will have priority accessing the scale house.

BEFORE YOU COME TO THE LANDFILL: WASTE IS TO BE SEPARATED AS FOLLOWS 1. Electronic waste (E-Waste) Recycling Area: televisions, computers, monitors, stereos, laptops, etc.

2. Scrap Metal and Appliances: Recycling Area: refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, air conditioners, propane tanks, bed rails, grills, bicycles, lawn mowers, washers, dryers, must be separated for recycling.

REMOVE ALL FOOD FROM APPLIANCES. Metal roofing material will be accepted only if it doesn’t have any roofing repair cement applied to the surface.

3. Household Waste: Gate Boxes or Cell 3 as Directed by Staff. Household Waste means waste generated as a result of daily activities in a household: Bedding, Clothing, Floor sweepings, Food packaging, Furniture, Kitchen waste: REMOVE ALL FOOD FROM APPLIANCES, seal food in plastic bags, and place in household garbage.

4. Land Clearing & Inert Debris (LCID): Waste includes non-painted: pallets, concrete, brick, concrete block, uncontaminated soil, rock, gravel, untreated/unpainted wood, limbs, leaves and stumps.

Wood with nails or truss clips will be accepted ONLY if it is non-treated/non-painted/nonstained/non-engineered. Lumber that is engineered such as plywood, OSB, LVL’s, Glulams, etc. will need to be separated out diverted to Cell 3. Any wood with felt paper or shingles attached will need to be separated out and diverted to Cell 3.

Pressure treated wood will need to be separated out and diverted to Cell 3. ****Please Note: Problem loads may be rejected and contractors may be asked to do additional work before the Landfill can assist with appropriate disposal.***** Wastes Not Accepted by State NCDEQ Permit at Rockingham County Landfill: 5. Hazardous Waste: NOT ACCEPTED: The Rockingham County Landfill is not permitted by the State of NC to accept Hazardous waste for disposal.

Not Accepted Hazardous Waste: Defining Hazardous Waste: Listed, Characteristic and Mixed Radiological Wastes | Hazardous Waste | US EPA. These wastes are characterized: inevitability, corrosive, reactivity, toxicity. Contact Clean Harbors 336-342-6107.

6. Asbestos-Containing Material: NOT ACCEPTED: Rockingham County is not permitted by the State of NC to accept Asbestos: this may include asbestos pipe wrap, boiler coatings, loose insulation, transite (older cement type siding and electrical backing), vermiculite (light, platy insulating material) and other materials.

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The flu can hit seniors like a Mack Truck! That’s because their immune systems weaken with age. If you’re over 65—or care for someone who is— keep the following in mind as we head into the flu season.

As for the rest of you, we have a message for you too.

Last year, seniors really bore the brunt of the flu season.

Sixty percent of flu-related hospitalizations and nearly 80 percent of deaths were among those 65 or older.

This year there is a stronger flu vaccine for seniors.

There’s also an adequate supply of vaccine.

Long-term protection: More good news? A recent study has found that flu vaccines offer moderate protection for about six months. That’s the length of most flu seasons. The study’s findings suggest that a flu shot in early fall may prevent the greatest number of cases.

The common good: The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older be vaccinated each year, but only about half of all Americans do.

Even if you’re young and healthy, getting a flu shot is important.

It may be one of the nicest things you do for your neighbors—especially those older than 65 or younger than 2, pregnant women, or those with chronic health problems or weak immune systems. By protecting yourself, you also help protect others.

A recent study showed that higher vaccination rates among young and middle-aged adults may lower the risk of flu among older people.

Seniors are at greater risk for pneumonia—a complication of the flu.

So find out whether you also need the pneumococcal vaccine.

Stop flu in its tracks! If you do get the flu, you can help prevent its spread: Wash your hands often.

Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing.

Take antiviral drugs such as Tamiflu or Relenza, if prescribed.

These drugs attack the flu virus and stop it from growing.

You can get your flu shot right here. We are ready and willing to make this as easy as we can for you. So don’t delay.

Get yours today.

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9 Ways Gratitude Influences Your Life People often ask me why my favorite holiday of the year is Thanksgiving.

Having a Gratitude Practice and Journal is essential for me.

And Thanksgiving is a time for me to celebrate in a BIG way all I have to be grateful for.

Here are 9 Reasons Practicing Gratitude can influence your life for the better 1) It strengthens your relationships. You build greater rapport and connection by letting the people that matter to you know what you are grateful for about them.

2) It builds relationships. People want to be around grateful and positive people. It is uplifting and draws positive energy into your life that opens up to more success in the areas you want to improve upon.

3) It improves your health. The body as a whole functions at a higher level and the immune response is greater when there is an attitude of gratitude.

4) It reduces stress, in general makes you happier and improves your self-esteem. Endorphins get released when you express gratitude. These allow the body to be in a better feeling state. This leads to feeling better about yourself overall.

5) It helps you realize what you do have. If you only focus on what you don't have you will always feel cheated. By focusing on what you DO have and being grateful for those things, you will begin to feel filled and brimming

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things to be grateful every day your life can begin to change for the positive. Being grateful for the small things in life helps to turn around emotions that leave us feeling depleted.

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6) It opens up opportunity to receive more good things for yourself. By being grateful for the things you have in your life, you open I keep a simple up possibility to more Notebook with me of what you want. always that I write 7) It opens up your down throughout thinking to new soluthe day things I Lea tions. When focusing notice I am grateful on a problem it is often for. Try it out and difficult to see a way through. By focusing on and see what happens in your life.

Practicing Gratitude is a skill being grateful for the things that are working in that situation, and worth developing. And is broken asking how it could be better with down into these 3 steps: gratitude, new ideas for solutions • Recognize what you are grateful for - Notice all the things flow more easily 8) It puts situations in perspec- around you! tive. This helps you see the good • Acknowledge it - Express it, things happening in your life and say it, write it down makes it more difficult to stay • Appreciate it - Feel it Now, go have a stuck by in complaining mode.

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Christmas Open House Sunday, November 18 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

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Women's League of Eden holds special meeting On the 4th of October, The Women's League of Eden held it's largest fundraiser of the year... "Ladies Night Out". A dinner with Motivational Speaker Laura Hamilton at the Leaksville United Methodist Church with a sold out event.

The Women's League of Eden supports many local, national, and international causes such as the local schools and literacy programs, Help, Inc., Cooperative Christian Ministries, Shot@life, Operation Smile, Back Pack Pals, Dan River Basin Association, Salvation Army Angels, Wheels for Joni, Friends of Eden Shelter, and many more.

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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 best 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 and/or your Medicaid card to the health department or the community site. If you are not covered

by Medicare or Medicaid, there is a fee of $30.00 for the flu vaccine (Quadrivalent), $50.00 for the “High Dose� (available for seniors only and covered by Medicare) and $68.00 for the pneumonia vaccine. As a courtesy, we will file your insurance; however, it is not a guarantee of payment.

Rockingham County Division of Public Health also accepts all insurance except Humana HMO and United Health Care Compass.

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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The Free Clinic of Rockingham County received a $250,000 grant as part of the 2018 state budget. The clinic offers health care services, including medical and pharmacy, to low-income, uninsured citizens countywide. According to executive director Kim Rider, $250,000 is roughly the cost to operate the clinic for one year.

The clinic says its mission is to reduce the burden on hospital emergency rooms by providing basic and preventative care to low-income, uninsured citizens. “I support the Free Clinic’s efforts to provide valuable services that will ultimately help more Rockingham County residents participate in our workforce, contribute to our local economy and provide for their families,� said Sen. Berger. “The Free Clinic of Rockingham County is a worthy recipient of a 2018 state grant award.�

First opened in 1998 by the late Dr. Paul A. Mabe Jr., the Free Clinic of Rockingham County celebrated its 20th anniversary earlier this year. The clinic provided medical services and supplies worth over $1 million to Rockingham County residents last year. The Free Clinic of Rockingham County is located at 315 S Main St, Reidsville. Phone is 336-349-3220

Triad Goodwill Announces 2018 Award Winners at Banquet Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina, Inc. (Triad Goodwill) celebrated a year of success at its 2018 Annual Awards Banquet on September 27. The evening included inspiring success stories from award winners and celebrated a theme of “Together is Better!�

In the 2017-2018 fiscal year, Triad Goodwill served 13,931 members of the community and helped place 2,731 workers in competitive employment. Triad Goodwill’s 22 stores, outlet store, ecommerce site, and 25 donation centers support their mission. In fact, 85¢ of every dollar earned in their stores helps Triad Goodwill restore dignity through the power of work. Triad Goodwill provides free and low-cost job training and placement services through their seven career centers in Alamance, Caswell,

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RCS Names 2019 RCS Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year Stephanie Wray, principal of Western Rockingham Middle School (WRMS), has been selected as the 2019 Wells-Fargo Principal of the Year for Rockingham County Schools (RCS) in a program cosponsored by the North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction and Wells-Fargo Bank. Mrs. Wray now moves on to compete with other local award recipients from the PiedmontTriad Region of the State.

Wray has served as principal of Western Rockingham Middle School since January 2016 and has 18 years of experience in education, also serving as an assistant principal, instructional coach and elementary teacher.

Wray earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Elon University and licensure in School Administration from Appalachian State University.

Regional Principal of the Year award recipients will be selected

by February 2019 and the 2019 State Wells Fargo Principal of the Year will be announced in the spring of 2019 at a state event in Raleigh.

Melissa Hamilton, a Morehead High School (MHS) assistant principal, was chosen as the 2019 RCS Assistant Principal of the Year. Hamilton

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Hamilton has 18 years in education and also served as a special education teacher.

J.M. Morehead High School Senior of the Month "My name is Nicyah Gravely and I am a senior at Morehead High School. I am involved in many different extracurricular activities, but my favorite activity would have to be College Ambassadors. As a College Ambassador, I assist my college adviser with planning, promoting, and participating in various college related proGravely grams and events.

Next semester, I will have the opportunity to intern at the Rockingham County Courthouse in Wentworth. After high school, I plan to attend a 4year university to study either Criminal Justice or Psychology with the intent of becoming a lawyer. I’m proud to say that I will be the first in my family to attend college."

Hamilton received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, M.ED in Special Education and Post Masters in School Administration from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 Kooler Ice Ribbon Cutting An official ribbon cutting was held for Kooler Ice in late September. This “cool” location is at 307 W. Meadow Road in the Two Rivers Plaza, Eden. Come by and get your ice for an icy cool price anytime, day or night.

Ira Tilley, owner of Two Rivers Plaza thanked all those who helped get the Ice business up and going as well as the ribbon cutting event. Creative Expressions Florist, Sweet Revenge Bakery, Eden Chamber, Railroad Cafe, Speedy’s, Eden’s Own Journal, Rockingham Update, Mike Moore Media, Rockingham County Radio, Eden Sign Shop, City of Eden, Keith Hill Electric, Crawford Plumbing, Chandler Concrete, Thomas Austin, Gary Wray Construction, Matt Thompson with Matteo Metal, Cardinal Curbing, Levy B Paving, Brent Curry Asphalt Striping Service and Duke Energy.

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Yard / Christmas / Treasure Sale Baked Goods • Frozen Entrees Thanksgiving sides Silent Auction $5 Raffle for Karastan Rug $5 Raffle for Twin Handmade Quilt Coffee & Breakfast Biscuits for sale Hot Dog, Chips and Drink (11am - 1pm) Credit Cards Accepted

• Sustainable Trail Design and Layout, Construction and Maintenance: Nov. 5-8. Held on RCC campus.

• Sustainable Trail Permitting and Contracting: Nov. 14, 9AM5:30PM. Held on RCC campus.

• Intermediate Trail Assessment: Dec. 11-12, 9AM-5:30PM. Held on RCC campus.

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT • Special Holiday Painting: Oct. 24 – Dec. 12, 1-4PM. THeld on RCC campus.

• Woodworking and Woodturning: Intro to Platters: Oct. 6, 9AM-4PM. Held at the Center for Creative Woodworking in Reidsville.

• Woodturning Studio II: Oct. 22 – Dec. 10, 6-9:30PM. Held at the Center for Creative Woodworking in Reidsville.

• Turn a Square Platter: Oct. 20, 9AM-4PM. Held at the Center for Creative Woodworking in Reidsville.

• Fundamentals of Woodturning – Sat. Workshop: Nov. 3, 9AM4PM. Held at the Center for Creative Woodworking in Reidsville.

• Make a Cutting Board: Nov. 10, 9AM-2PM. Held at the Center for Creative Woodworking in Reidsville.

• Christmas Ornaments: Dec. 8, 9AM-4PM. Held at the Center for Creative Woodworking in Reidsville.

• Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas: Dec. 15, 9AM-2PM. Held at the Center for Creative Woodworking in Reidsville.

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Awards at Triad Goodwill’s annual banquet celebrate successes of employees, business partners and graduates of Triad Goodwill’s programs.

The evening’s winners included: • Keystone Equity Meats – Margaret F. Earle Employer of the Year Award for their recognition of the value of Triad Goodwill’s training programs and the value of hiring Triad Goodwill program participants.

• Ja’Mia (Jah-Mee-uh) Lee Anderson – George E. Norman, Jr. Graduate of the Year Award for her resilience in overcoming employment barriers.

• Amin (Ah-mean) Norris – Michael W. Haley Graduate of the Year Award for creating positive changes in his life through new career choices.

• Alamance Community College – Cornerstone Award for outstanding support of Triad Goodwill’s mission, programs and services.

• Karen Steagall – R. Kennedy Harris Employee of the Year Award for a Triad Goodwill team member who goes above and beyond her job description to make a difference.

• Mark Cridge – Triad Goodwill Rookie of the Year Award for exceeding performance expectations for a first-year employee.

• Meg Green – 2017 J. Robert Stout Leadership Award for outstanding leadership contributions at Triad Goodwil furthering the mission.

• Asheboro Store (1064 East Dixie Drive, Asheboro) – Store of the Year Award for exceeding expectations and working as a team to reach record sales and production levels.

Connect with Triad Goodwill on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, LinkedIn and visit TriadGoodwill.org. We Put People To Work! Triad Goodwill (Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina, Inc.), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit leader, promotes the value of work by providing career development services, skills training and work opportunities for people with employment needs. In the past year, Triad Goodwill served 13,931 people in the community and helped place 2,731 workers in competitive employment. 85¢ of every dollar earned in Triad Goodwill stores supports their mission.

Rockingham County Holiday Blood Drive WEDNESDAY, DEC. 5th!Give the gift money can't buy.

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The Rockingham County Holiday Blood Drive is Wednesday, Dec. 5th, from 11 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., at the Rockingham County Governmental Center 371 NC Hwy. 65, in Reidsville.

Please give a very special gift of love. Call or email for an appointment! Contact Cindy Herrring, in the Rockingham County Legal Dept., for an appointment: 336.342.8374 or cherring@co.rockingham.nc.us Sufficient blood supplies for the American Red Cross will be needed during the holidays. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at checkin. www.MyRockinghamCountyNC.com

Local unemployment Rates continue to drop Unemployment rates continued to fall in most PiedmontTriad area counties in August, according to data released earlier this week by the N.C. Department of Commerce.

According to the department, for the month of August: • Rockingham County’s unemployment rate fell three-tenths of a percentage point to 4.4 percent, and is down 1.1 percent compared to the same time last year.

• Caswell County’s unemployment rate fell four-tenths of a percentage point to 4.5 percent, and is down 0.7 percent compared to the same time last year.

• Stokes County’s unemployment rate fell two-tenths of a percentage point to 3.6 percent, and is down one percent compared to the same time last year.

Surry County’s unemployment rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point to 3.7 percent, and is down 0.9 percent compared to the

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

The Great War Ends, 1918 One hundred years ago the world was at war. The Great War, the War to End All Wars.

Eventually to be known as the First World War it lasted four long years, 1914 to 1918.

Participants came from all corners of the earth to fight in places known as Gallipoli, Amiens, Belleau Wood, Caporetto, Ypres, Flanders, Jutland, Somme, Verdun and the Argonne Forest. Approximately 70 million men and women would be mobilized for war; an estimated 9 million combatants and 7 million civilians would die.

After years of political turmoil with treaties that created complex military alliances in Europe the war began as most wars do with hopes on all sides for a short war with resolutions.

The spark that would ignite the conflict began with a young Serbian named Gavrillo Princip, who on June 28, 1914 assassinated the Archduke Francis Ferdinand, heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary. By July 28, 1914 Europe was at war.

As the world spiraled toward war, people rushed to join the fight in the name of “Patriotism.” One popular song of the war stated, “How Ya Gonna Keep Them Down on the Farm.” In America, sauerkraut became Liberty cabbage, German measles became Liberty

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The war ended with an armistice in the muddy trenches along the border of France and Germany with little resolved at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918. At 10:59 a.m. a tremendous barrage of cannon and gunfire erupted from all sides wanting to be remembered as the last unit to have fired the last shot of the war. At 11 a.m. the guns fell silent. Soldiers waited to see what would happen. Nothing happened. All was silent. One soldier remembered, “It just ended.” Men who just minutes before had made every effort to kill each other began to trickle out of the trenches and walk toward each other. Cigarettes, laughter, clothing and other souvenirs were exchanged. The journey home began and the dead were mourned.

European Royalty would also become a casualty of the war. Queen Victoria of England and her husband Prince Albert produced 9 children and 42 grandchildren who would become members of the ruling classes throughout Europe and Russia. This ruling class of cousins would include the German Emperor Wilhem II, eldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth and his cousins King George V of England and Emperor Nicholas II of Russia.

The war would forever alter the

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political terrain and borders of Europe that would have consequences in the Second World War and with issues that are still argued to this day.

Heroes emerged from a war that became a training ground for the next war. They included General John J. “Blackjack” Pershing, Alvin York, Billy Mitchell, Frank Luke, Winston Churchill, Hermann Goering, Raoul Lufbery, Manfred von Richthofen (the Red Baron), Eddie Rickenbacker, Douglas MacArthur, George C. Marshall, George Patton, and four sons of Theodore Roosevelt.

Military tactics that had been applied before 1914 no longer applied with the advancements of new technology and weaponry. The use of barbed wire and machine guns bogged the troops down into trench warfare. Attempts to make breakthroughs led to the development of tanks, flamethrowers, gas warfare, and a German cannon called “Big Bertha.” A new terror of the sea, the submarine or U-Boat preyed on shipping both military and commercial sinking tons of ships and supplies needed for the war.

One of the great achievements would be the use of the airplane with two or three wings, biplanes and triplanes. Aircraft carriers were used for the first time. Initially used like balloons for observation of enemy movement it did not take long for the pilots to realize the ability of the airplane to make attacks on enemy positions. Aerial combat, the “dogfight” became greatly romanticized in art and folklore.

Successful pilots became “Aces” flying the Spad, the Fokker and the Sopwith Camel. Many pilots preferred to fly alone. New tactics led to flying squadrons in groups with names like the “Lafayette Escadrille” and the “Richthofen Flying Circus.”

Although encouraged to join the conflict in the beginning the United States chose a stance of “non-intervention” and sought to broker peace between the warring factions. After the sinking of the RMS Lusitania on May 7, 1915, President Woodrow Wilson repeatedly warned Germany that “unrestricted submarine warfare” would not be tolerated. This indiscriminate sinking of all ships was a violation of international law and in the words of former President Theodore Roosevelt, an act of “Piracy.” In 1916 Wilson would be reelected to the office of President on the slogan, “he kept us out of war.”

In January 1917 that would change.

Germany, desiring to con-

tinue its program of unrestricted submarine warfare in 1917, realized that it may mean the United States entry into the war. The German Foreign Minister in what would be known as the “Zimmerman Telegram,” invited Mexico to join the war by attacking the United States.

Germany in exchange would finance the effort and help Mexico recover lost territories that included Texas, New Mexico and Arizona. The message was intercepted by England and eventually sent to President Wilson.

News of the Zimmerman Note was released to an enraged public and the sinking of American merchant ships altered the policy and stance of the United States to enter the war.

On April 2, 1917 Wilson asked Congress to declare war on Germany. Four days later Congress did make the declaration. The United States would draft 2.8 million individuals and by the summer of 1918, over ten thousand fresh troops arrived in France. French Generals insisted that the new arrivals be placed under French control to replace depleted troop positions. General John Pershing, now in command of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) refused and stated the American military would operate as its own separate force of arms. The AEF would employ tactics already tried and discarded by the British and French.

There would be hard lessons learned by America’s new military but they would learn quickly and eventually alter the course of the war.

Rockingham County, North Carolina and surrounding counties would supply several hundred troops to the war effort. Old newspapers from the area give accounts of the war and of many of the men who served. Many of

these papers can be found at local libraries on microfilm.

After the armistice in November 1918, formal negotiations between the Allies and Germany continued for another seven months ending with the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919.

Treaties with other German allies would follow in the next few months. The treaty and the conditions including reparations imposed on Germany would be a bitter pill to swallow as German officials felt Versailles had been unjustly harsh and Germans actively denied guilt leading to a spirit of revenge and a revisionist history of events.

By 1918 another threat was taking place; the Spanish Flu epidemic would kill millions around the world. In 1929 the world would sink into depression as financial markets collapsed. At the same time yet another epidemic was spreading, infantile paralysis or poliomyelitis (Polio). In 1933, a new power was rising in Germany, a political party that desired to enact the revenge for the perceived wrongs of the Great War. That party, the National Socialist German Workers Party or Nazi Party was led by the new German Chancellor, Adolf Hitler.

In less than a decade another generation of Americans would be going “Over There.”

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

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same time last year.

Across North Carolina, unemployment decreased in 88 counties and remained the same in eight. Unemployment rose in just four of the state’s 100 counties. The statewide unemployment rate also dropped to 3.9 percent. And since August 2017, the number of workers employed in North Carolina has increased by nearly 65,000.

Overall, more than 600,000 new jobs have been created and the unemployment rate has been cut in half since Republicans assumed leadership of the General Assembly in 2011.

“This is more good news in a continuing trend of economic growth for North Carolina under conservative leadership,” said Berger. “While there is still more work to be done, I’m pleased that more of our neighbors are working and that the PiedmontTriad is reaping the benefits of smart economic policies like reducing wasteful government spending and lowering taxes on job-creating businesses.”

County Tourism launches new campaign The Rockingham County Center for Economic Development, Small Business & Tourism and the Tourism Development Authority (TDA) have launched a new advertising campaign to promote Rockingham County to potential visitors.

The new campaign includes a series of print ads as well as a one minute and half promotional video.

The concept, “Re-Think Rural,” compels audiences to consider the benefits of spending time in a rural community like Rockingham County. It is based on the fact that all too often when North Carolinians crave time with nature, they head for the mountains or the beach. But those destinations can be far away not to mention crowded. This campaign promotes the beauty of Rockingham County and the variety of things to do here in four main themes: trails, water recreation, small towns/downtowns, and golf/retirement.

The video features scenes from local downtowns, farmer’s markets, mountain bike trails, rivers, shops, golf courses, and the Eden Drive-In. The Re-Think Rural campaign pulls in readers with gorgeous photography, a headline and copy that beckons them to come explore all that Rockingham County has to offer while keeping this region top of mind the next time they are ready for a fun and rejuvenating time away from home. This concept also allows for a nice hashtag campaign as well as a call to action that can reinforce a sense of pride in rural living and adventuring.

“We are very excited to launch the Re-Think Rural campaign. It communicates the message that whether or not you want to hike, bike, canoe, fish, play golf or visit a local coffee shop, the possibilities in Rockingham County are impressive and open for discovery,” said Robin Yount, tourism manager for the Rockingham County Center for Economic Development, Small Business & Tourism.

Items on Ballot this fall Photo By: Reidsville Chamber Of Commerce

A Ribbon Cutting was held at Jaycee Park on August 23rd to celebrate the amenities upgrade there at the park. Mayor Pro Tem, Harry Brown, cut the ribbon alongside City Council members Sherri Walker and Teressia Scoble and Parks and Recreation Superintendent Fred Thompson. Find out more about Reidsville Parks and Recereation by going to www.ci.reidsville.nc.us/government/parks_and_recreation You can also check our their Facebook page at reidsvilleparksandrec

– Victims’ Rights • Expands the scope of crimes under which protections to victims are extended.

• Requires victims receive timely notice of all court proceedings.

• Expands victims’ rights to those victimized by juveniles.

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

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

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

– Right to Hunt and Fish on Ballot This Fall Lets voters choose whether to amend the NC Constitution to safeguard citizens’ right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife.

Senate Bill 677 had bipartisan support, and voters will consider the constitutional amendment on the November 2018 ballot.

Twenty-one other states already guarantee this right.

– Cutting the Cap on N.C. Income Taxes Will empower voters to decide whether to lower the state’s maximum possible income tax rate from 10 percent to seven percent. If voters approve, the amendment will help ensure the state does not reverse course on tax reforms and return to burdening

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Roaming Around Reidsville

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

The Magic of Christmas!

Whew! The Fall Jubilee is over, and even with rain in the morning, we feel it was a pretty successful event! Now we are gearing up for the holidays! It is hard to believe Christmas is just around the corner.

For those familiar with Reidsville’s holiday happenings, several occur in November and the traditional start of the holiday season begins with Thanksgiving and continues through Christmas and New Year’s. We get a little sad in October because the end of the month means the end of Market Square’s season, including the Farmer’s Market on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

We have to wait until May of next year to get the wonderful homegrown vegetables, homemade goodies and more that can be found at the downtown market. We are excited to report that grant funding has returned for next year’s market for those that use an EBT card.

Your purchase dollars will be matched thanks to a grant from RAFI for the next three years!!

More info to follow on that program later. And of course, we will miss the special events and concerts held at Market Square, but they will return in 2019!

But, luckily, the downtown doesn’t just go dark after October. The Reidsville Downtown Corporation (RDC) and City partner to usher in the holidays with “The Magic of Christmas.” The City’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration & Downtown Open House will be held this year on Friday, November 16, from 6-9 p.m. The event centers around Mural Park located at the corner of Scales Street and Gilmer Street, but Scales is blocked off from Morehead down to Williams Street. The beautiful tree at Mural Park is lit at 6:15 p.m. and Santa arrives at 6:30 p.m. to take photos with young and old alike.

The last several years the chance to sled in downtown Reidsville has been added to the festivities. Gilmer Street between Scales and Martin Luther King Drive turns into a manmade “snow hill” with two sledding lanes. Participants can ride down the short hill on plastic snow sleds. This has become a popular attraction for the kids and certainly gets one ready for the winter season!

And in keeping with the holidays, there will be hot chocolate and marshmallow roasting just like the song says.

Participating merchants will be open and offering special promotions and refreshments. It is just the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.

The tree lighting reminds us

that the Reidsville Christmas Parade is just around the corner as well. Many people think the City of Reidsville sponsors the parade. I don’t know the full history behind it, but for many years the parade was coordinated by the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce. In 2006, the local television station, WGSR-TV, Star 47.1 (Cable 5), took it over because the station didn’t want this community event to be lost.

That first year, the television station turned it into a nighttime parade after receiving several requests, according to Parade Co-Coordinator Debbie Moore.

Moore, along Matt Smith, also of WGSR-TV, have been planning and coordinating the parade for the past 13 years. The dates have changed over the years too.

Traditionally it was held the Saturday after the tree lighting.

Two years ago the television station opted to move the parade to the Thanksgiving Day weekend.

This year the Christmas Parade will be held the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Mayor Jay Donecker, on behalf of the Reidsville Downtown Corporation and Reidsville Chamber of Commerce, requested the television station find a different date because the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend is “Small Business Saturday.” The logistics of having merchants open on this day but closing the street for the parade were problematic at best.

To accommodate the request, Moore explains that the only other date available to get floats, etc. for the parade was a Sunday. Several nearby cities, such as Burlington, NC and Martinsville, Va., already hold their parades on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Many towns, like nearby Danville, Virginia, do have their parade on a Sunday, but this will be new to Reidsville. “We will see how it works out and then reassess as we need to,” said Moore. The parade also will return to the daytime hours not only due to safety concerns associated with nighttime parades but also to accommodate churchgoers’ schedules.

As a former pastor himself, Matt Smith knows how important it is not to interfere with church services on Sunday. He said he chose 4 p.m. for the start of the parade because it allows many to go to morning worship, get that big Sunday lunch under their belts and then get ready for the parade whether you are planning to participate or just watch.

And some might still be able to make evening worship services as well.

Coordinating this annual parade is a lot of hard work, but it is a labor of love for Smith

and Moore. “This is our gift to our local community,” Smith stressed, “and we enjoy doing it.”

Therefore, the 2018 Reidsville Christmas Parade will be held beginning at 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 18 – the Sunday before Thanksgiving Day. This year’s theme is “Bells Will Be Ringing”. Traditionally the parade averages about 75 to 100 entries, according to Moore, and they hope that this year is no exception. One big mystery still remains at least at the time this article was written. Who will be the Grand Marshal? That is still to be announced, but we know who will be at the end of the parade as usual, Santa Claus!

Are you interested in being a parade entry? You can email reidsvilleparades@gmail.com and an application will be sent to you. Applications are also available at WGSR-TV on Gilmer Street in downtown Reidsville and at the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce office at 140 South Scales Street. The deadline for entries is November 9, according to Smith. So, everyone needs to get those entries in soon!

The final holiday happening offered by the City of Reidsville that I’m aware of (for now) is the Holiday Market Event held at the City-owned Penn House, located at 324 Maple Avenue.

Sponsored by Running Pine Herb Farm & Friends, the market is open free to the public. It will feature a variety of arts and crafts, including wooden bowls, wreaths, fiber art, jewelry and more. There will also be baked goods, jams and jellies as well.

Get some of that Christmas shopping done early on Saturday, December 1, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. while listening to music provided by Veronica Jones. All done against the beautiful backdrop of the Penn House decorated for the holidays! You won’t want to miss it! If you want more details, you can call the Penn House at 336-3491099.

While activities tend to wind down during the winter,

holiday happenings aren’t the only things going on in Reidsville. Check out these upcoming events and activities.

Final Fish-Off for Big Lunker Monthly Winners November 3.

The 12 monthly tournament winners will return to Lake Reidsville on November 3rd for this contest. The one who comes away with the biggest fish wins!

You can learn more about this event by calling 336-349-4738.

Loose Leaf Pickup Begins November 5.

This isn’t an event, but it’s something great for Reidsville residents to know. The Reidsville Public Services Department will begin weekly curbside loose leaf pick-up on November 5th. Please place your loose leaves in your yard near the curb or edge of pavement (away from storm drains or parked cars) by 7:00 a.m. on your regular loose leaf collection day. Please separate leaves from brush and other waste in order that separate pickups can be made for each. The schedule may vary when volume is extremely heavy and for holidays. This service will end the week of January 7th – 10th.

After your collection day that week, you must bag your leaves to be collected by the Solid

Waste Department. If you have questions about this service, please call 349-1070 from 7:00 – 3:30 Monday through Friday.

Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 24.

And finally, the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce is coordinating activities for “Small Business Saturday” held on Saturday, November 24.

Everyone is invited to “Shop Small” and support your local small businesses! You can visit the Reidsville Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center at 140 S. Scales Street beginning at 9 a.m. The first 75 people in line get a bag full of coupons and goodies. Participants will be entered in to win some fabulous prizes. Check out what your local shops have to offer. There are great Christmas gifts and other gifts waiting to be purchased …. so “Make a Big Impact, Shop Small” on Small Business Saturday. What helps the local economy, helps us all!

When you support local small business, you are supporting a dream....

Photo By: Reidsville Chamber Of Commerce

A Ribbon Cutting was held at Mish Mosh on August 29th to celebrate the grand opening of their store. City Councilwoman, Sherri Walker, cut the ribbon with owner Tammy Melchert. They are located at 105 S. Scales Street in downtown Reidsville. You can also check them out by going to https://www.facebook.com/mishmoshshoppe/.

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Reidsville & Wentworth Tri-State Steel Celebrated for 30 Years of service This year marks 30 years since Tri-State Steel began operations in Reidsville and Rockingham County. The company is a metal service center that distributes quality carbon, aluminum and stainless steel metals across North Carolina and southern Virginia. It is known for its ability to meet its clients’ unique specifications in rapid time and at a fair price. To celebrate this milestone, Rockingham County and the City of Reidsville recognized the company during the October 9th Reidsville City Council meeting.

Founded by Gerald “Jerry” Scott in Ohio, he and his wife Anne relocated the company to Reidsville in 1988. Reidsville’s central location in the Piedmont Triad and proximity to the southern Virginia market were

key factors in the Scotts’ decision to move the company here.

After 20 years at the helm, Jerry turned the company over to his son, Steve Scott, who is now taking the company to the next level and ensuring Tri-State Steel continues to flourish in Rockingham County.

Tri-State Steel is an important employer in Rockingham County, providing skilled jobs to 15 current employees.

“Congratulations to TriState Steel and its dedicated employees for reaching this milestone. We appreciate the company’s commitment to doing business here in Rockingham County for the past 30 years,” said Kevin Berger, chairman of the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners. “Tri-State Steel is a valued employer in our

community, providing skilled jobs such as welding, and we hope it continues to thrive here for many more years.”

“We are very thankful that Tri-State Steel has been in Reidsville for the past three decades,” said Reidsville Mayor Jay Donecker. “What is amazing is the enthusiasm and initiative that the Tri-State Steel family has brought to the local community through Junior Achievement, the Reidsville Industrial Association and numerous other civic activities.

Tri-State Steel’s success here is an excellent example of what manufacturing companies can expect to achieve in Reidsville and Rockingham County with a clear vision and hard work.”

Visitors again enjoy Reidsville Fall Jubilee Each October, thousands of residents and visitors take the opportunity to see how Reidsville embodies their city slogan “Live Simply; Think Big” at the city’s Fall Jubilee.

This year marked the 27th annual festival on October 20.

The Fall Jubilee is one of the largest festivals in Rockingham County and draws thousands of people from across North Carolina and southern Virginia for entertainment, food, fun and a car show. The show, featured more than 200 beautifully restored antique cars and trucks, street rods and classics, is sponsored by the EZ Street Cruisers Car Club. This car show is always a highlight of the festival and the car show circuit, and is one of the largest in the

Southeast.

This year’s Reidsville Fall Jubilee showcased more than 100 quality vendors offering a mix of art, crafts, jewelry, fashion accessories, pottery, home and garden décor, and much more. And visitors also enjoyed their favorite festival foods.

Building on Reidsville’s claim as “North Carolina’s High School Football Capital,” Festival visitors were encouraged to visit and shop in local downtown businesses to fill a “Playbook.” Participants collected stickers from merchants to be entered in prize drawings, and redeem receipts from downtown businesses for bonus gifts.

And the young visitros enjoyed The Kidz Zone featuring bounce houses, amusement

rides, and pony rides in addition to the Touch A Truck area with vehicles from the city’s Police, Fire, and Public Works departments. Captain Jim’s Magic Shack entertained children and adults alike.

Music was provided by UTurnband (Christian Rock) and Big Bang Boom (ParentFriendly Children’s Rock), The Clanky Lincolns (Funk/Pop/Rock), the Encore Showband (Funk/Jazz/Blues), Sub Radio with danceable indie pop, Kirk Hunneycut Jazz Trio (Jazz/Latin) and ended with a Glow in the Dark Dance Party @Market Square!

This annual festival offers something for everyone and is a great way to celebrate fall and Reidsville!

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CAR (Center for Active Retirement)- November The Center for Active Retirement has two buildings dedicated to senior education and activities.

They are located in Wentworth: Main Building @ 141 Tyre Dodson Road, Annex. The Center for Active Retirement is open Mon. - Fri., 8.am - 4pm You may call and speak to Cheryl at (336) 637-8428 to schedule a visit or learn more details. There is no cost to attend the Center for Active Retirement; however some activities and trips may require a fee.

• Crafts----Please RSVP for all Craft Classes so that we have enough Supplies for everyone.

Thursday November 1st Candy Cane Wreath 1pm to 4pm All supplies provided Light refreshments will be served Fee for the class is $20.

• Monday November 5th Painting on Canvas 9 to Noon All supplies provided Light refreshments will be served Fee for the class is $20.

• Thursday November 8th Holiday Bow Making 1pm to 4pm. You provide the ribbon, please call for there requirements Light refreshments will be served Fee for this class is Waived however we will be accepting Donations to help cover the cost of the Instructor.

• Saturday November 10th ***Limited Availability*** Poinsettia Wreath 10am to 1pm All supplies provided Light refreshments will be served Fee for the class is $50 • Saturday November 10th Welcome Rails or Merry Christmas 1:30pm to 4:40pm

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

Open 8:30 - 5pm. Anyone 55+ may participate. 336-349-1088.

Classes: • Painting -Monday 8:30 a.m.

• Crochet –Tuesday 9:00 a.m.

• Bible study –Wednesday 10:00 a.m.

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

• Blind Support - 2nd Wed. of the month 10:30 am

All supplies provided Light refreshments will be served Fee for the class is $50 • Wednesday November 14th Holiday Chicken Wire Bulbs 9 to Noon.All supplies provided Light refreshments will be served Fee for the class is $15.

• Wednesday November 28th Wine Glass Paintings 9 to Noon All supplies provided Light refreshments will be served Fee for the class is $10.

BUS TRIPS Friday November 9th Southern Supreme Fruitcake and Ms. Hanes Moravian Cookies Departing from the Center at 9am and Returning by 6pm Fee is $5. Lunch will be on your own. Light Refreshments will be served on the Bus. Thursday November 15th Southern Christmas Show Departing from the Center at 8am and Returning by 7pm Fee is $20. Lunch will be on your own. Light Refreshments will be served on the Bus. Friday November 16th Southern Christmas Show Departing from the Center at 8am and Returning by 7pm Fee is $20. Lunch will be on your own. Light Refreshments will be served on the Bus. Also we have a new program Starting on Thursday November 1st at 9:30 am called Walk with Ease. Its and exercise class that starts at a beginners level and increases over time.

And last but not least We Have Our Fundraiser

• Medicare 101 or New to Medicare -2nd Thursday of every month 10:00 am. Call 336-349-1088 to sign up.

Cards: • Phase 10 - Tues. 10am -4pm • Rook - Wed. 1 p.m. – p.m.

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

• Canasta, Hand Foot and Elbow –Tue. 1:00pm -4:00p.m Fitness: • Cardio/Weight Class –Mon., Wed. and Fri. at 9:00 a.m.

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

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

• Pickleball – Monday & Friday at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday 11 am • Fitness Center- Free for 55 + years of age – hours MondayFriday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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

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

• Winter bowling leagueMondays 1:00pm...(Substitutes bowlers needed) Educational/Informative • The Seniors Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counsels Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D insurance...

We can also put in extra help application (low income) for Medicare part D if needed.

Please call June at 336-349-1088 – to schedule an appointment. – Mon.-Friday 8:30 -5:00.

• Legal Aide service -every 2nd Thursday of the month call 877579-7562 for an appointment.

• Assistance Program–Piedmont Regional Council’s Housing Dept. will be at RCARE to take applications on the 1st & 2nd Tuesday’s of the month -9am to 3pm. (NC weatherization, heating & air, urgent repair, energy efficiency upgrades.)

Special Events: • Medicare open enrollment – now through Dec. 7th …Call for an appointment. Mon. through Friday 336-349-1088.

• November 15th. - Bingo - 1:00 p.m. Please bring $1.00 to play.

WANT TO GIVE BACK? Call your local Schools and ask to pay off overdue lunch accounts for kids.

Kids have bigger worries than whether of not they are able to eat that day.

Murder Mystery night….

SAVE THE DATE! ADTS - Center for Active Retirement Presents AN EVEING TO DIE FOR - Murder Mystery Dinner.

Fri., November 2nd 6-8pm Penrose Country Club Reidsville tickets on Sale starting October 7th. $25 per person. Ticket includes dinner and interactive murder play and a themed 50/50 drawing!

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Reidsville & Wentworth New tree plan for downtown Reidsville will alleviate sidewalk issues

October Amish Furniture Sale!

Trees in planters to serve as replacement in 2-phase plan Residents and visitors alike love Reidsville’s downtown trees, especially when they are lit up at night.

But the trees have outgrown their sidewalk space in the 100 and 200 blocks of South Scales Street. The trees, which have been in place since the early 1990s, have spread their roots over the years and are creating uneven sidewalks, increasing the likelihood of people falling. The City’s Public Works Department has repaired and replaced more than 100 sections of sidewalk in these two blocks of South Scales based on some 236 work orders. In the future, some roots could reach out into the buildings themselves. Other trees are dying, bringing the chance that the limbs will fall off and strike vehicles or pedestrians. While the trees are beautiful to passersby, some business owners have also complained that the trees block their store signage.

City of Reidsville staff and the Reidsville Downtown Corporation have been studying the situation to come up with a plan that will both address how to maintain the aesthetic beauty of the downtown “treescape” while providing a safe environment for those walking and parking downtown. City staff also contacted an arborist to determine which trees would work best in a downtown environment.

“This can has been kicked down the road for years because no one wants to see these trees removed,” said Reidsville Mayor Jay Donecker. “But the City has been put on notice that these trees could create a safety issue for our residents and visitors. We can’t put it off any longer.

“But just like today, we expect 25-plus years from now that residents and visitors will still be saying how beautiful our

downtown area is, especially when these trees are lit up at night.”

Of the 38 trees still standing in Reidsville’s downtown, 15 of the trees that are in the poorest health will be removed and replaced with either Kousa Dogwoods or Oklahoma Redbuds in the first phase of the replacement plan. (Several trees have previously been removed because they were dead.) Instead

of being placed directly in the ground in the sidewalk, these new trees will be put in large custom planters created by local business Amos Welding. In the future, if the trees outgrow their planters, they can be transplanted elsewhere without ruining the sidewalk brickwork and pavement. In planters, these trees will not reach their maximum height of approximately 15 feet, but they will probably get to at least ten feet tall and will be aided by the four-foot height of the planters as well.

City staff will consult with the arborist as to the best time of year to plant the new trees. The plan is to make the transition as seamless as possible, taking the dying trees down and installing the new trees and planters in a coordinated effort. The change will not take place until the planters are ready. City leaders have also asked that the transition take place, if possible, after the Fall Jubilee and the annual Christmas Parade.

Instead of using the string of lights that have been problematic to put on dying tree limbs, the new trees will be lit using LED

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Four of the planters will feature “bottle” trees, also crafted

by Amos Welding. These trees will provide a unique piece of street art, in keeping with the Reidsville Downtown Corporation’s “Project Dream” that is designed to bring more art to the downtown area.

The inspiration for these bottle trees is an installation in Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center in Orange, Texas.

Two of the remaining trees in front of Mural Park will be removed since these trees block the downtown mural and the attractive plantings in the park there. The rest of the trees will be replaced in phase 2 of the plan.

This tree replacement project is estimated to cost $60,000.

Staff discussed the tree situation with the Reidsville City Council at its retreat earlier this year, at which time Council approved the budget. Staff’s plan was presented to Council at its reconvened meeting on September 17.

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Taking pride in the City’s appearance

Reidsville & Wentworth

Reidsville Rotarians clean up adopted roadway Local business leaders took to the street, South Park Drive that is, to clean up trash in September as part of the City of Reidsville’s “Adopt-a-Street” program.

The Reidsville Rotary Club is one of 11 individuals, organizations or groups in the City that participate in the program coordinated by the Reidsville Appearance Commission. The first group to join the program was the Reidsville Church of God on Thomas Street.

Also currently participating are the Woodmont Methodist Men, Reid’s Computer & Service LLC, Stateline Landscaping, Torita McCownByrd, Old School Block Community Outreach Group, The Last Dons, Reidsville Teen Center, Martin Marietta and PLS Farm Ministry.

Reidsville has used its “Adopt a Pride & Participation Area” program to help bolster the efforts of their Public Works crews for many years, but it’s “Adopt-A-Street” program is fairly new, only existing since July of 2016. Cities and towns have fashioned their “Adopt-AStreet” programs after the NC Department of Transportation’s “Adopt-A-Highway” program.

“We are so grateful that groups like the Reidsville Rotarians are willing to step up and help clean up City streets as

part of a service project,” said Reidsville Community Development Manager Donna Setliff. “Groups like them are the backbone of our Adopt-aStreet program.”

The Rotarians saw a need and decided to join in the cleanup efforts.

“It is so important that civic organizations are involved in their local community,” said Reidsville Rotary Club President Lance Metzler. “As incoming President, one of my goals was to get the club more active. The Adopt-A-Street program is just the tip of the iceberg for us. We also will be involved in park programs for the City as well as assisting with tree installations, holding our first blood drive and a feed the hungry program.

“The Reidsville Rotary Club is committed to serving our community, and the Adopt-AStreet program is a small effort that reaps big rewards for helping to keep the city clean and beautiful,” Metzler stressed. “We encourage others to get involved and adopt a street.”

Anyone that wants to adopt a street does have to agree to a few responsibilities during the two-year period. First, they have to conduct a cleanup at least once every three months (four times a year) at the selected site.

They are also expected to go over safety guidelines with those

Rotarians working through the Adopt a Street program to clean up Reidsville.

volunteers, who sign up and report any major maintenance problems they see to Setliff.

The City’s Community Development Department provides the supplies and materials for the cleanup, like gloves, trash bags and safety vests. The

City also posts the recognition signs on the adopted street after the group has completed at least two cleanups. The volunteers can just leave the trash bags with the City for hauling off once the cleanups have been completed.

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Celebrating National Manufacturing Day 2018

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Kris Brooks In celebration of Manufacturing Day 2018, Rockingham County leaders, Rockingham Community College, Rockingham County Schools and local workforce partners planned a week of events and activities as part of an effort to change people’s perceptions about today’s manufacturing environment and draw attention to the outstanding opportunities that a career in manufacturing can provide. The celebration also recognized the county’s top new or expanding economic development projects and thank over 100 local industries and manufacturers who provide jobs and do business in Rockingham County.

Manufacturing Day is an annual, national event executed

at the local level supported by thousands of manufacturers as they host students, teachers, parents, job seekers and other local community members at open houses, plant tours and presentations designed to showcase modern manufacturing technology and careers.

Rockingham County celebrated Manufacturing Day, on October 5th with a week of event sincluding: • Rockingham County Board Of Commissioner’s Meeting The Rockingham Board of Commissioners issued a Board Proclamation declaring National Manufacturing Day and Recognizing the Top Three Announced New or Expanding Manufacturing Projects in 2018.

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“Demand for highly skilled professionals in the manufacturing sector is at an all-time high.

Companies need employees who can design, program and operate technology,” said Jan Yokeley, director of the Rockingham County Center for Economic Development, Small Business & Tourism. “The average age of a manufacturing employee is 56, and between now and 2020 there will be an unprecedented shortage of skilled workers who will need to be replaced. Over the next decade, it is estimated that nearly 3.5 million U.S. manufacturing jobs will be needed and 2 million of those jobs are expected to go unfilled due to manufacturers’ inability to find talent with the required skills.”

Yokeley added, “Manufacturing jobs represent 20% of Rockingham County’s current workforce, which equates to more than 5,700 jobs.

It is still a priority industry sector for this community. This is our second year celebrating Manufacturing Day and it is our intent to show appreciation to our local industries as well as inspire a new generation of manufacturing employees.”

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The new officers of the Reidsville Kiwanis Club. Left to right: Lyle Milligan; Vice-President, Nina Yeager; Kiwanis Lt. Governor who conducted the installation, Susan Tucker; President, Nancy Verdi; Secretary and Johnny Hoover, outgoing President. Nancy Verdi who was selected for her Distinguished Service and Kiwanian of the Year with President Susan Tucker presenting the award.rLt. Governor Yeager pointed out that the Reidsville Kiwanis Club was the oldest existing club in the region, celebrating 100 years next month. She congratulated the club on their many projects that support children in the Reidsville area.

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Mayodan had it’s Annual “What the Hay!” Fest last month on October 13th 2018. The downtown streets of Mayodan were filled with crowds of people enjoying the variety of vendors, crafts, food, live music, rides, exhibits, rock climbing, bounce houses and the beer garden hosted by the, Stoneville Rotary Club.

If you were lucky you might have caught a glimpse and had a photo op with a famous kids’ character! The live music this year was a talented line up composed of Jukebox Rehab, Against the Nights, Tyler Millard Band, Whiskey Foxtrot, Freeway Drive, and the Western Rockapella beautifully sang the National Anthem. It is an understatement to say that this year was a huge success!

Mayodan’s “What the Hay!” Fest drew people in from surrounding counties as it’s infamous hay bale creations have become more than a tradition but have become an anticipated and loved annual attraction. The “cre-HAY-tions” can be seen around Mayodan and visitors to the festival were able to vote for the most “cre-HAY-tive” hay bales during the event at the Mayodan Art Center or at Mayodan Town Hall.

The Peoples Choice Hay Sculpture Winners are: 1. Hap-HAY Kit-HAY 2. Spark-HAY 3. Will-HAY Nelson

The Favorite Sculpture Winners are: 1. No Place Like Hay The Overman Group 2. Hap-HAY Kit-HAY - Your Community United Juniors 3. Spark-HAY - Mayodan Fire Department Keep Mayodan in mind next Ocboter for their annual “What the Hay!” Fest!

Follow the event page on Facebook to stay up to date with the next event in case you missed it this year! Oganizers would also like to thank all the volunteers, townspeople and generous sponsors for making this wonderful event possible. A special thank Presenting Sponsor: The Overman Group Gold Sponsors: The Town of Mayodan Ruger First Bank

Frontier Spinning Mills Citty’s Plumbing & Pools McMichael Mills Silver Sponsors: Bridgestone Animal Clinic of Madison-Mayodan A New Dawn Realty Lowe’s Home Improvement Griffin Tree Service & Landscaping All About Floors, Inc Bronze Sponsors: Rakestraw Insurance Center Colonial Funeral Home Charlie’s Soap Outlet Store & Cedar Mountain Country Store Ray Funeral Home EDU CARE Academy 2 Dan River Insurance Services, Inc Cardwell & Cardwell Attorneys at Law, PLLC Don Warren JDK Automotive Rockingham Insulators Sutherland Products Star Pizza Jeff Bigs Realty

McMichael Senior of the Month in many events such Brandon Cool as All County Choir, is a senior at All State Honors McMichael High Choir, State Solo School. There he is Contest, and Student Body American Choral President, National Directors Honor Society Event Association.

Coordinator, HOSA Brandon aspires to Vice President, and Cool attend a four year “Editor and Chief” university and then of the yearbook. He enjoys photography as well as medical school to become a choir, where he has participated pediatric neurosurgeon.

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Madison / Mayodan / Stoneville Events at Mad.-May. Public Library: Nov. • Monthly Genealogy Soirée 2018: 2 pm – 4 pm - Tue., Nov. 20th: More Transc.

Skills Building - Tue., Nov. 27th: Lab Work – General Research, Review & Handouts Student package, Class Dates available. Classes are usually held in Linda C. Vernon Gen. Room. Students are notified of any changes.

Handouts available. 336-5486553 or genealogy@rcpl.org • Computer Classes – Every Wed.: 9 am – 10:30 am *Free to the Public ➢Week 1: Virus Protection and Computer Safety ➢Week 2: Constructing Email with Google ➢Week 3: Attachments, Copy/ Paste, Creating Files/Folders ➢Week 4: Electronic Resources and Social Media. Contact Madison-Mayodan Public Library: 336-548-6553 • Children’s Programing – Every Wednesday Programs: ➢ Preschool Storytime: 10:30 am; Baby Times Storytime: 11:15 – 11:30 Newborns and Toddlers Welcome; Paw Patrol ➢ Teen Library Council: Meets – Wednesday, November 14th: 4 pm – No-Bake Dog Treats!

➢ Lego Club – Wednesday, Nov.21st: 4 pm - Join us for building fun! For K – 5. ➢ PJ Storytime @ the Library– Wed., Nov. 28th: 5 pm • Young Artist Contest Winners on Display • Girl Scout Meeting – Sat., Nov. 3 & Nov. 17,Noon – 1 pm ➢ To be held in the McMichael Community Room • Zelda Extravaganza– Thur., Nov. 8th: 6 pm – 7 pm Popcorn & Beverages Provided. To be shown in the McMichael Community Room • Thanksgiving Storytime Sat., Nov. 10th: 10:30 am. Featuring Miss Dale. Crafts, music, storytelling, puppets and more!

• Nary a Thing Chapter of “The Andy Griffith Show” Rerun Watchers Club– Tue., Nov. 13th: 3:30 pm – 5 pm. Will be showing “Ernest T. Bass Joins the Army” & “My Fair Ernest T. Bass”. Episode Trivia, Prizes & Light snacks. “Goooooooood fun!” 336-548-6553. To be held in the McMichael Com. Room • Western Friends of the Library Present: Cameron Kent: Thur., Nov. 15th: 7 pm – 8:15 pm.

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Tax Revaluation in the works The 2019 Tax Revaluation is coming next year.

In 2019, the Tax Dept. will send notices to all property owners of the new 2019 Revaluation values. For questions about the 2019 Revaluation, call, write,

fax or email County Tax Administrator Mark McClintock: P.O. Box 68, Wentworth, NC, 27375-0068; 336-342-8382; Fax - 336-342-8448; Email markmc@co.rockingham.nc.us According to Superintendent Rodney Carter, City of Eden Solid Waste Division, any city resident can put disguarded furniture pieces in front of their own property on your garbage pickup day and the city will pick it up.

The City of Eden no longer picks up tires. Anyone in the county having tires to dispose of can do so FREE of charge if there is no wheel attached at the County Dump. The dump is located at 281 Shuff Rd, Madison, NC 27025. Hours are Mon. - Fri. 7:30am - 4:15pm, Sat. 7:30am - 12:30pm, Closed Sunday.

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Madison / Mayodan / Stoneville Madison Merchants guild Invites You To Attend “An Old Fashioned Christmas” Saturday, Dec. 1st -10:00am til 8:00pm 2018 has been a celebration of the Town of Madison’s “200th Birthday”…Our Bicentennial Year! A year filled with events that have encompassed our traditional heritage, honored our ancestors and their many accomplishments. We take the best of these gifts from our small town and look to the future.

The Madison Merchants Guild invites you to help us finish our momentous year at “An Old Fashioned Christmas” on Saturday, December 1st from 10:00am til 8:00pm in Historic Downtown Madison. Visit our quaint shops, boutiques, eateries, businesses…Enjoy our small town hospitality…Take a carriage ride down our main street…Visit with Santa and have a picture taken…Warm up with some Hot Chocolate…

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Music! Stroll through Madison’s shops, enjoy holiday treats and register for door prizes! Stores will be hosting various vendors throughout the town. Bring the entire family…

Take a step back in time to relive that “old fashioned” Christmas feeling with entire Town of Madison’s beautiful window and store displays, festive decorations and magical

spirit. Sing some carols, absorb the feelings and sights of the season and help light the Christmas tree at 6:00pm at the Town Hall.

For a very special and memorable kickoff to the holiday season…Visit Madison’s “Old Fashioned Christmas” and enjoy our small town hospitality and friendly spirit!

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“The only treatment is abortion.

You need to know that you are

making a choice here, between that fetus and your wife, because we are losing them both. The only reasonable option here is abortion.” I looked at my wife.

I could see it in her eyes. I knew it before she spoke. “I’ve lived a good life. I’ve had twenty great years. She hasn’t.” I knew what that meant. It meant I was saying goodbye to my wife. I walked out of the room.

My tears hit the floor, along with my knees. I prayed.

A team of 36 specialists were called together. It was just too early. They debated in a closed conference room for 18 hours, trying to find a plan that would give me what I wanted: both. I want them both. “Are you sure you don’t want an abortion?” they pleaded with me...

Nine years ago this month, I stood beside my wife in a hospital room in central Pennsylvania with my newborn daughter, and felt the power of God more than I’ve ever experienced in my life.

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– Photo ID Amendment To make North Carolina the 34th state to require ID at the polls. If a majority of voters agree, the proposal will amend the state constitution to require that North Carolina citizens show photo identification in order to cast their votes in person.

Currently, North Carolina is the last state in the Southeast not to have some form of voter ID at the polls.

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I was looking at the impossible outcome. The Chief came up and shook my hand.

“Congratulations, Dad. I hope you know that God re-wrote medical textbooks for you today.”

If ever there was a time when abortion made sense, this was it. And today, as I look at my beautiful daughter and my gorgeous wife, I thank God that I didn’t listen to what made sense at that time. I glance down at her, now nine years old with a spark of scientific curiosity always in her eyes just like her Daddy, and I wonder how anyone could see abortion for anything other what it is. Yet we allow 30,000 babies to be killed in our state each year. That’s 1 out of every 5 babies, and we do nothing about it.

In a few short weeks, our elections will conclude how we decided as a community to stand on certain issues. Yes, it’s important to me that my daughters grow up knowing which restroom to use, confident that we got their gender correct on the birth certificate. It’s important to me that they have the right to grow up in a community that isn’t afraid to call upon the name of Jesus. These issues the economy, veterans, healthcare, gun rights - these are all very important issues. But when you ask me, “Who are you voting for?” I hope you’ll understand where I stand. I stand with the best candidate for our County on all of these points, and I stand with the only candidate who is unwavering in his commitment to protecting the unborn. I stand with Jerry Carter.

Shaun Finney, Eden

The Eden Police Department has responded to calls within the city of Eden in reference to citizens and business owners receiving phone calls from an individual claiming to be a Deputy with the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office. The caller states jury duty has been missed and a fine needs to be paid immediately to avoid being arrested. Remember, if you receive a call demanding you pay money to avoid being arrested, it is a scam! Do not provide any information over the phone! *DO NOT GIVE ANY MONEY, GIFT CARD, OR MONEY CARD *DO NOT PROVIDE PERSONAL OR FINANCIAL INFORMATION The Eden Police Department and other local law enforcement agencies are investigating these calls at this time. Feel free to contact the Eden Police Department at 336-623-9755 (24 Hour) or 336-623-9240 (Office) if you have questions or for further information.

National Association of Health Service Executives Honors Two UNC Leaders Dana M. Weston, President and CEO of UNC Rockingham Health Care, was named Young Healthcare Executive of the Year by the National Association of Health Service Executives (NAHSE) at its 33rd Annual Educational Conference, held Oct. 10-12 in Orlando, Fl. Also recognized at the NAHSE Conference was Jeffrey Simms, named Senior Health Care Executive of the Year. Simms is the Director of Student Life and Alumni Relations in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the UNC Gillings School of Global Health, where he is also an Assistant Professor of Health Policy and Management. NAHSE is a nonprofit association of black health care leaders founded in 1968 to promote the development and advancement of minority leaders in healthcare fields. The organization also strives to improve the health status, economic opportunities and educational advancements of people in the communities it serves.

The group's mission is well aligned with Weston's leadership at UNC Rockingham Health Care, a 108-bed hospital in rural North Carolina. Almost three years ago, Weston took the position at the helm of the hospital that was then Morehead Memorial.

The independent, community owned hospital was beleaguered with financial challenges and destined for closure. Weston successfully led the facility through Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2017, resulting in the 2018 affiliation with UNC Health Care.

Since that time, Weston has become a strong advocate for rural communities and the health services those places need and deserve.

Simms also has been a strong proponent of rural health, having served as the Deputy Director of the Office of Rural Health & Community Care, part of North Carolina's Department of Health & Human Services.

Weston was honored to share the stage with Simms. She continues to be active in the UNC Gillings School of Global Health, from which she is a graduate, and has enjoyed knowing Simms through that association.

"It made it very special for us to win together in the year that marks the NAHSE's 50th Anniversary," Weston said.

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From the Desks of Eden City Hall City Manager’s Report CITIZENS ACADEMY UPDATE The 2018 Citizen’s Academy got underway on August 16 and will continue until graduation during the October City Council meeting scheduled for October 16. The remaining schedule is as follows: October 11: Finance & Human Resources Department October 16: City Council Meeting - Graduation The fifteen participants graduating from the 2018 Citizens Academy include: Carol Bailey, Chris Burns, Nicole Burns, Heather Castle, Andrea Fox, Angela Fowler, Sherry Hall, Tanya Harris, Michael Hutchinson, Jon Land, JeSie Morris, Norma Purcell, Jeffrey Starnes, Clara Ann Williams and Karen Williams. We appreciate our fellow citizens taking their time to learn more about how their city operates. Information about next year’s academy will be available in June.

EDEN SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT POLICY Have you wanted to explore the feasibility of having sidewalk installed on your road? On January 21, 2003, the Eden City Council adopted an assessment policy for the installation of new sidewalks. The minimum criteria for sidewalk installation projects shall not be less than an entire street length between intersections and shall extend to the terminus of the existing infrastructure, if any. In addition, more than 50% of the adjacent property owners must sign a petition requesting the sidewalk extension and if the property deed is registered in more than one name, all owners mist sign the petition. Also, property owners that own more than one parcel must sign for each parcel of land adjacent to the proposed sidewalk. The cost of extension will usually be assessed based on street frontage and the North Carolina General Statutes sets the requirements for assessments. Once presented with a qualifying petition, the City Council “may,” decide to participate in a portion of the funding.

Eden, like many communities, has traditionally paid for 50% of the project and assessed the citizens adjacent to the improvements for the remaining 50%.

Traditionally, the City pays for the improvements up front and then the property owners make 5 equal annual payments with an interest rate established by the City Council. During the FY 2018-19 budget process the City Council investigated the feasibility and costs associated with installing sidewalks in three large neighborhoods/areas. They

included: • 14,734.40 linear feet of sidewalk in the Grand Oaks area (20 different street sections) at a projected total cost of $1,473,439.90.

• 11,437.09 linear feet of sidewalk in the New Street area (25 different street sections) at a projected total cost of $1,143,709.18.

• 7,900.67 linear feet of sidewalk in the Harris and Klyce Streets area (14 different street sections) at a projected total cost of $790,067.23 As you can see, the installation of sidewalks is an expensive endeavor. However, if you are interested in exploring the feasibility of having a new sidewalk installed along your road the sidewalk assessment policy should be used as a guide. For more information concerning our sidewalk assessment policy please contact Kelly Stultz, Director of Planning and Inspections at kstultz@edennc.us.

ECONOMIC & TOURISM DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Southern Virginia Mega Site at Berry Hill The Southern Virginia Mega Site at Berry Hill (formerly referred to as the Berry Hill Regional Mega Park) has earned Tier 4 certification. Tier 4 certification means the land is graded and utilities like water and sewer lines are already in place or will be soon. The Virginia Department of Commerce and Trade Secretary Brian Ball recently stated the risks to a client are reduced if the site is in “ready to go” condition as happens with this certification. The certification comes from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership's Virginia Business Ready Sites program.

The Mega Site is only the seventh Tier 4 site in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Having utilities in place makes a site more attractive to potential users because the time is lessened for project development.

In late September, a second company signed a purchase agreement for a 179-acre parcel at the site with a projected investment of $200 million for its project.

The agreement allows the company to have an initial 6 – month due diligence period followed by three, 12 – month options.

The water line installation schedule for Eden to run water to the state line for the Southern Virginia Mega Site at Berry Hill is as follows: Preliminary Eng. Report - Feb. of 2017 Revised Env.Review Submittal February of 2018 Bid and Design Package Submittal - Sept. of 2018

Bid and Design Package Approval Jan. 2019 (EDA, NC DENR and NC Dept. of Health) Advertise and Receive Bids Feb. 2019 Authorization to Award Bid Mar. 2019 Execute Const. Contract - Mar. 2019 Construction Completion - Sept.

2020 In the recently approved state budget the NC General Assembly included $1,000,000 in funding for Eden to use towards this project. Special thanks to Senator Phil Berger for his efforts and support in obtaining these funds for our community. As previously noted, more than half of the water line construction costs will be covered by grants.

L. Powell Furniture This Eden company imports furniture and sells through Wayfair, Home Depot and Lowes.com, etc. About 1/3 of their business is done by e-commerce. They operate SundayFriday. Employment ranges from 50-65 people. Employment opportunities exist for office workers.

UNC Rockingham Healthcare (from the Triad Business Journal) UNC Rockingham Health Care’s six physician practices in Eden and western Rockingham County have become part of the UNC Physician’s Network. The practices involved in the transition have changed their names as follows: • UNC Family Medicine at Eden (formerly Morehead Family Practice) • UNC Neurosurgery at Eden (formerly Morehead Neurospine) • UNC Orthopedics & Sports Medicine at Eden (formerly Morehead Orthopedic Center) • UNC Surgical Specialists at Eden (formerly Piedmont Surgical Associates) • UNC Urgent Care—West Rockingham (formerly Morehead Urgent Care West) • UNC Women’s Health at Eden (formerly Women’s Health Center) UNC Rockingham Heath Care, formerly Morehead Memorial Hospital, became UNC Health Care’s 13th affiliated hospital in January of this year.

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Draper Christmas Parade It’s that time of year again. Everyone loves a parade, so come on out to enjoy the 52nd Annual Draper Children’s Christmas Parade. This event will be held Saturday, December 1st, 2018 at 11am. As in the past, the Parade Line-up will begin at 9:30am on Meadow Road. There is no entry fee and if you wish to participate please contact Draper Christmas Parade Fund at 336-6350237 or email draperparade@yahoo.com.

Not participating? Then be lined up for the best show of the season! Starting at the corner of Meadow Road & Main Street from Railroad Cafe through Fieldcrest to Stadium and west on Stadium to Hundley Drive for a show for the season!

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For the Fun of it...

Onion My friend thinks he is smart. He told me an onion is the only food that makes you cry, so I threw a coconut at his face.

Dino Cabbie

What do you call a dinosaur with an extensive vocabulary? A thesaurus.

So two Irishmen are traveling to Australia. Before they leave home, one of their dads gives them both a bit of advice: "You watch them Aussie cab drivers. They'll rob you blind. Don't you go paying them what they ask. You haggle." At the Sydney airport, the Irishmen catch a cab to their hotel. When they reach their destination, the cabbie says, "That'll be twenty dollars, lads." "Oh no you don't! My dad warned me about you. You'll only be getting fifteen dollars from me," says one of the men. "And you'll only be getting fifteen from me too," adds the other.

NOVEMBER MAZE OF THE MONTH

Dreams A woman was taking an afternoon nap. When she woke up, she told her husband, "I just dreamed that you gave me a pearl necklace.

What do you think it means?" "You'll know tonight," he said. That evening, the man came home with a small package and gave it to his wife. Delighted, she opened it to find a book entitled "The Meaning of Dreams."

Lion Two guys are walking through a game park & they come across a lion that has not eaten for days. The lion starts chasing the two men.

They run as fast as they can and the one guy starts getting tired and decides to say a prayer, "Please turn this lion into a Christian, Lord."

He looks to see if the lion is still chasing and he sees the lion on its knees. Happy to see his prayer answered, he turns around and heads towards the lion. As he comes closer to the lion, he hears the it saying a prayer: "Thank you Lord for the food I am about to receive."

People Born A child asked his father, "How were people born?" So his father said, "Adam and Eve made babies, then their babies became adults and made babies, and so on." The child then went to his mother, asked her the same question and she told him, "We were monkeys then we evolved to become like we are now." The child ran back to his father and said, "You lied to me!" His father replied, "No, your mom was talking about her side of the family."

Two Sons Mr. and Mrs. Brown had two sons. One was named Mind Your Own Business & the other was named Trouble. One day the two boys decided to play hide and seek. Trouble hid while Mind Your Own Business counted to one hundred. Mind Your Own Business began looking for his brother behind garbage cans and bushes. Then he started looking in and under cars until a police man approached him and asked, "What are you doing?" "Playing a game," the boy replied.

"What is your name?" the officer questioned. "Mind Your Own Business." Furious the policeman inquired, "Are you looking for trouble?!" The boy replied, "Why, yes."

Kidding Reaching the end of a job interview, the Human Resources Officer asks a young engineer fresh out of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, "And what starting salary are you looking for?" The engineer replies, "In the region of $125,000 a year, depending on the benefits package." The interviewer inquires, "Well, what would you say to a package of five weeks vacation, 14 paid holidays, full medical and dental, company matching retirement fund to 50% of salary, and a company car leased every two years, say, a red Corvette?" The engineer sits up straight and says, "Wow! Are you kidding?" The interviewer replies, "Yeah, but you started it."

Pronounce A husband and wife were driving through Louisiana. As they approached Natchitoches, they started arguing about the pronunciation of the town. They argued back and forth, then they stopped for lunch.

At the counter, the husband asked the blonde waitress, "Before we order, could you please settle an argument for us? Would you please pronounce where we are very slowly?" She leaned over the counter and said, "Burrr-gerrr Kiiing."

Jesus Late one night a burglar broke into a house and while he was sneaking around he heard a voice say, "Jesús is watching you." He looked around and saw nothing. He kept on creeping and again heard, "Jesús is watching you." In a dark corner, he saw a cage with a parrot inside. The burglar asked the parrot, "Was it you who said Jesús is watching me" The parrot replied, "Yes." Relieved, the burglar asked, "What is your name?" The parrot said, "Clarence." The burglar said, "That's a stupid name for a parrot. What idiot named you Clarence?"

The parrot answered, "The same idiot that named the rottweiler Jesús."

Maze Solution On Page 36

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In recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Eden City employees went gone pink for the month of October to cast awareness on the cancer and its prevention.

If you’ve driven past City Hall, you may have noticed our pink ribbons by the electronic sign, the message on the sign itself, or, if you’ve been by at night, you would have noticed the City Hall building is lit in pink. There is a special reason. We have had loved ones - mothers, sisters, aunts, wives and friends – who have fought the disease and we want to show them support. Eden City employees also participate in Rockingham County’s Pink Day on Oct. 26, when employees, including our toughest guys, dress in all things pink for the workday. We want to show our support, we want the community to know that City of Eden employees care.

Special thanks goes out to Photographer Gordon Allen for his photo of City Hall.

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Commissioners honored Jerry Roberts of Reidsville, at the Oct. 15th Board meeting in Wentworth, as "Outstanding Volunteer of the Month."

Roberts named Outstanding Volunteer of the Month Jason Byrd, Soil & Water Conservation Dept. Head, nomined Jerry Roberts to be a Rockingham County Outstanding Volunteer of the Month. Byrd's nomiation included: "I nominate Jerry Roberts for this honor due to his ongoing commitment to agriculture, Rockingham Counties Ag Agencies, and the children of the county. For the past decade Jerry has been a positive, caring, and reliable supporter of the county's agricultural departments.

Wheather its his involvement with the Beekeepers Association, Cooperative Extension Advisory Board, or Soil & Water Conservation programs, Jerry is a vigilant supporter. He has donated countless hours of his time; goods he raised; and knowledge held to promote and support the county he calls home. Jerry is very proud of his farming roots and strives to share his passion for farming

with children so they to know the connection to the land that he does. Jerry recently volunteered for Soil & Water Conservation Summer Camp. He patiently helped a young camper catch her first fish. I'm not sure which of the two were prouder.

Judging by the smile on both their faces, neither will ever forget it."

Commissioners thanked Roberts for his continued dedication and support, especially for agriculture, in Rockingham County. They presented him a Rockingham County Governmantal special certificate and lapel pin.

The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners would like to honor a deserving County volunteer each month for using talents and compassion to make a difference. Please follow this link for details on how to nominate an "Outstanding Volunteer of the Month": rockinghamcounty.municipalcms.com.

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# PAGE 38 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR,NOVEMBER 2018 Zoe R Kyle received an invitation in July 2018. She was chosen to participate in Softball Youth All-American Games in January 2-5, 2019 at the Boombah Sports Complex at Seminole County, Orlando, Florida where she will play and compete with girls her age from all over the US. She will receive two All American jerseys and a ring.

This is an outstanding honor for Zoe Kyle. Zoe attends Lincoln Elementary School.

Zoe R Kyle, 10 years old attends Lincoln Elementary School.

She will finish the Fall Season in Travel Softball with Team Crush in November. She is a pitcher and plays 1st and 3rd base. She has accomplished 4 shutouts and 4 home runs along with one MVP for the 2018 year in 10U softball.

Zoe received an invitation in July 2018 to Participate in Softball Youth All American Games set for January 2-5 2019 in Florida. She will participate in Opening ceremonies, team workouts, home run derby, and game play along with championship and awards presentations.

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Jaycee tennis courts to host RCTA tourney Young area tennis players will be taking to the courts at Jaycee Ballpark for the Rockingham County Tennis Association’s Fall Level 5 USTA Youth Tournament set for October 20-21, 2018.

USTA (United States Tennis Association) Level 5 tournaments are designed for players aged 8-18, who are either new to tennis or looking to gain valuable match play in a tournament setting, according to the RCTA. Part of the tournament will be played on refurbished tennis courts thanks, in part, because of two grants received from the USTA. Reidsville Parks & Recreation Superintendent Fred Thompson applied and received this summer a $10,000 USTA Facility Grant and a $5,000 USTA North Carolina “Raise the Net” grant. The $15,000 in grants, coupled with the City’s $26,000 financial commitment, allowed Parks & Recreation to repair and resurface four tennis courts and apply court lines for adult and youth play. In the future, the City plans to resurface the other four tennis courts at Jaycee as well.

“The renovation of these tennis courts assists the City in providing more fitness-related opportunities that lead to a better quality of life for all of our residents and visitors,” Superintendent Thompson said.

The October 20-21 tennis tourney will be limited to 16 players per age division and sin-

gles play only. Interested players must be USTA members and pay a $28 registration fee by the October 15th deadline.

“This is the second year that RCTA has sponsored the Fall Level 5 Junior Tournament at Jaycee Park,” explained Shelby Rhyne, Executive Director of the Rockingham County Tennis Association. “We are excited to see both local youth players and visitors from across the State join us on the courts for this two-day USTA-sanctioned youth tournament.”

Rhyne said players are thrilled to be playing on the refurbished courts. “Can we play on the new courts?” That’s what five RCS team players asked Rhyne this past weekend at the free Net Generation team challenge held at Jaycee Ballpark on Sunday, September 30. “The four recently resurfaced courts at Jaycee Park show the support of Reidsville Parks & Recreation not only in maintaining their tennis facilities but also in supporting our growing Rockingham County Schools and Reidsville tennis community.

“Reidsville Parks & Recreation is a valuable partner with our USTA Community Tennis Association hosting not only this tournament but also Family Play Days, Junior Team Tennis program, Net Generation Team Challenge and our summer National Junior Tennis & Learning network from Reidsville YMCA, New

The Jaycee Park Tennis Courts provided the backdrop for the RCS Girls All-County Championships held August 28. (Photos courtesy of the Rockingham County Tennis Association) Reidsville Housing Authority and Community Baptist Schools,” Rhyne said. “The Net Generation lives … at Jaycee Park.”

RCTA and the school system are taking full advantage of Jaycee’s tennis courts. Reidsville High School will be hosting two NCHSAA post-season events at Jaycee Park in October – the NCHSAA 2A Mid-State Girls Tennis Conference Tournament on Wednesday, October 10, and the NCHSAA 2A Mid-East Regional Girls Individual Playoffs on October 19. Matches begin at 1 p.m.

To learn more about the RCTA, the upcoming tournament and other RCTA activities, go to www.rockingham. usta.com.

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Eight-year-old Logan Brooke Perkins, a Wentworth Elementary School third grader, was congratulated as the author of a book, "A Word From The Caterpillar: I Don't Want To Be Stuck In A Jar." She has already sold 100 books; looks forward to writing more books; and career goals of becoming a veterinarian and author. Logan received a Certificate of Outstanding Achievement, a County lapel pin, and a huge applause of support from the audience. A host of family members accompanied Logan, including Scott her dad, a Williamsburg Fire Dept. volunteer firefighter, and Ashley her mom, a Rockingham County Tax Personal Property Appraiser.

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Eden Chamber Of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the Thrifty Rescue Store, A Ministry of Rockingham Rescue Mission on October 12th.

Mayor Neville Hall cut the ribbon with Torrey Easler beside him. Many city officials joined in the celebration. Please visit the Thrifty Rescue Store at 647 Washington St., Eden.

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Sometimes bad news gets turned around into very good news with some help. As Madison celebrates its 200th birthday, the structural condition of the Lindsay Bridge dam was a growing concern.

With increasing economic development on the horizon, the water supply and the recreational opportunities that the Dan River can provide to the town, made the repair of the Lindsay Bridge Dam a priority to ensure the town’s future. Providing a reliable water supply for the 2,200 citizens and businesses, as well as 200,000 gallons per day to Rockingham County was the focal point. But the little fish that could, the Roanoke Logperch, an endangered species of a small, stripped fish that can fit in the palm of your hand, changed the future of the dam, and the town that benefits from this rich resource.

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Concerned Citizens for Phil Berger for N.C. Sentate Letter to the Editor, After a week of back and forth between Democrats and Republicans in the race for judgeship, we must focus on the upcoming elections in November. We have many issues facing us is disaster relief, increase in jobs, better education, drug abuse, sex trafficking, and tax reform.

Phil Berger has worked hard on many of these issues.

He and the Republican party Letter to the Editor, have supported education more than the media would In September of 2016, antilike us to believe. A $700 milpolice mobs rioted in downtown lion increase in the education Charlotte, NC. NC NAACP budget was part of the 2018President William Barber published 19 year. He was instrumental his support for the rioters on his in starting the Moss Street Facebook page.

Partnership between NC Senate Candidate Jen Rockingham County and Mangrum supported him with her UNCG. own post (September 23, 2016.)

Mr. Berger supported the So, does this mean that Ms. 2018-19 NC Budget that Mangrum supports those who resulted in us paying less or break the law, cause thousands of no state personal income dollars of damage to private and taxes while creating more public property, stop highway trafnew jobs through business tax fic and wreak havoc on the lawreform. These changes also abiding citizens of Charlotte? I allowed for an increase in pay have friends whose children live for our teachers. not far from the riots and they were Our infrastructure in very concerned about their safety.

Rockingham county is beginOf course, when Mangrum ning to see sewer systems wrote her post supporting the riotrepaired through the Connect ers, it was probably either while Bond. We are also enjoying she was in the friendly confines of more trails and walkways. her UNCG office or in her handI encourage you to supsome Greensboro home, far away port Phil Berger on November from the danger that confronted 6th. He has the experience Charlotte citizens. and knowledge of how our Phil Berger has always supgovernment works and how ported our law enforcement comto reach out to our county. munity. He understands the risks Sincerely, they take daily to protect us. Vote Phil Berger on November 6th.

Suzanne C Barton Eden, NC 27288, Sincerely, Don Powell

Letter to Editor,

Letter to the Editor,

Senator Phil Berger supported the 2018-19 NC budget that resulted in 99% of tax payers either paying less or paying no state personal income taxes. The budget business tax reforms that helped create more than 500,000 new jobs since 2011.

Teachers were given an average raise of almost 10% over two years, bringing the average teachers were base pay an increase of 20% since the 2013-14 fiscal year. The budget made schools safer by providing more than $35 million for school safety training, safety equipment and youth mental health personnel.

Phil Berger has saved, facilitated or supported the creation of more than 1,000 Rockingham County jobs since 2015. He has saved taxpayers additional millions, including Eden taxpayers more than $20 million from the Connect Bond initiative to repair its sewer system.

So, when you go vote on November 6th, remember who has spent decades helping Rockingham County and also remember who just found Rockingham County on a map in February of 2018his opponent. Berger is our most vital asset; Mangrum is a college professor who knows little about Rockingham County.

When considering who you will vote for on November 6th, think about who has supported Rockingham County for years. Senator Phil Berger has supported or been responsible for the following: • $13.2 million Youth Development Center in Reidsville • $100,000 to Rockingham County for EMS equipment replacements and upgrades • $10,000 to the Sheriff’s Department to fight opioid abuse • $2,000,000 for the Lindsey Bridge dam repair and stream restoration in Madison • $250,000 for the free clinic in Reidsville • $500,000 for Parks & Recreation in Eden • $1,000,000 for the Berry Hill Regional Mega Park outside of Eden • $500,000 to UNC Rockingham Healthcare in Eden At the recent Candidate’s Forum, Berger’s opponent Jen Mangrum could not even answer a question about the I785 highway extension from Hicone Road to exit #153. If you do not even know about the roads leading to a community, how can you be trusted to represent a community?

Phil Berger has delivered for Rockingham County. Vote for him on November 6th.

Sincerely, Charles M Barton Eden, NC 27288

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and Madison Mayor Myers met with representatives from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services and the town engineer to discuss solutions to the problem to allow for the small fish to pass the dam and survive. To preserve the ability of the town to increase water capacity to meet future development demands, protect the endangered fish population, allow for recreational river opportunities, as well as prevent erosion, a planned project was developed and submitted to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services by the town. The project would be funded in cooperation with the town, as well as the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, the Dan River Basin Association, and other collaborators to preserve the habitat. This crucial repair work will ensure the continued success of the town to deliver water and to increase recreational use of the river. This includes paddling, camping and hiking. There may also be a greenway recreational area created, similar to the Matrimony Creek waterfall and Matrimony Creek Nature Trail developed in Eden.

Madison’s successful growth and continued prosperity depends on the Dan River and its benefits in the future. To nurture and continue to succeed and grow, both 200 years ago and today, residents realize the importance of the river, to both people and the little fish that struggles to survive extinction, and whose survival ensures our own prosperity, in Madison as well as Rockingham County.

The town was planned for river trade, and grew steadily with bateaux’s bringing goods to and from the town. By the mid to late 1800’s it was a thriving tobacco town, with 44 plug tobacco factories. Later on, train travel brought more people and prompted increasing growth.

Water was an essential factor in the growth and development of the Town of Madison, as well as the prosperity of the county and surrounding towns.

In Madison’s 200 year history, the town was originally settled based on the river and the fertile ground that it provided. The river helped develop productive farming, as well as growing tobacco. The area became a magnet for businesses and people. Two hundred years later, the river has stepped in again as a focal point, and the little logperch fish has helped ensure Madison’s continued growth and success.

The logperch has definitely become the “little fish that could” for the town and its people.

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Thanksgiving Day Quiz It is once again time to talk turkey, stuffing and all of the trimmings. Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for the blessings in one’s life and enjoy the company of family and friends during a special meal. Although people celebrate Thanksgiving each and every year, they may not be aware of some of its interesting history. Test your knowledge of gobblers and general trivia with this quiz.

1. Despite competing historical claims, the story most people associate with the first American Thanksgiving took place in a colony in this modern-day state? a. Pennsylvania b. New Jersey c. Massachusetts d. Delaware 2. Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on which day of the week in Canada? a. Monday b. Tuesday c. Wednesday d. Thursday 3. Pilgrims from Europe associated with Thanksgiving are purported to have sailed across the Atlantic to reach North American on which ship? a. Daisy b. Mayflower c. Santa Maria d. Roseflower 4. Which tribe of Native Americans taught Pilgrims how to cultivate the land, contributing to the first Thanksgiving? a. Algonquin b. Lenape c. Shoshone d. Wampanoag 5. Fossil evidence shows that turkeys roamed the Americas how long ago? a. 10 million years ago b. 15 million years ago c. 20 million years ago d. 25 million years ago 6. Three different deboned types of poultry go into this Thanksgiving meal alternative? a. Orange duck b. Turducken c. Turkey chowmein d. Chixturck 7. In what year did Congress make Thanksgiving an official national holiday in the United States? a. 1932 b. 1939 c. 1941 d. 1946 8. Twenty precent of the overall consumption of this type of fruit is done on Thanksgiving. a. apples b. cranberries c. cherries d. grapes Answers: 1. c 2. a 3. b 4. d 5. a 6. b 7. c 8. b

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TEX has not reopened. We were optimistic in May 2018 because representatives from the City of Eden and Rockingham County were being told by representatives from SGRTEX that they fully intended to resume their operations and that they had entered into a partnership with a global textile firm.

On November 18, 2014 the City Council voted to approve a performance agreement that included the City of Eden, Rockingham County and SGRTEX LLC. Specifically, the City Council voted to appropriate from the General Fund an amount not to exceed $555,853.79 in the form of incentive payments that could have been paid over a series of years after the industry paid its annual taxes and as long as they met the established parameters outlined in the performance agreement. Performance agreement payments do not come from the annual taxes paid by other city taxpayers. These funds come from the annual taxes paid by the specific industry and NO payment is ever made until the taxes are paid. In addition, prior to any payment being made, the Rockingham County Department of Economic Development confirms and verifies the new machinery/equipment investment and new job creation parameters for all of the industrial performance agreements that include both Rockingham County and the City of Eden.

The $555,853.79 was not appropriated on November 18, 2014 into any specific budgetary line item. Due to SGRTEX’s failure to meet their contractual obligations, the City only made one performance agreement payment in the amount of $63,865.01 for Phase I (payment 1 of 4) on June 15, 2017. The $75,469 in performance agreement payment funds included in the FY 2017-18 budget for Phase I (payment 2 of 4) were not paid because SGRTEX failed to fulfill its contractual obligations. If you have taken a look at the current

FY 2018-19 budget you will note that it includes $75,469 in performance agreement payment funds for Phase I (payment 3 of 4) and $63,595 in performance agreement payment funds for Phase II (payment 1 of 4). This was done in the event SGRTEX resumed operations and met its contractual obligations. Again, when the FY 2018-19 budget was prepared and adopted in the spring of 2018, officials from SGRTEX were informing representatives with the City and County that it fully intended to resume its operations and fulfill all of their contractual obligations. Obviously, we knew if they failed to do so, the payments included in the current FY 2018-19 budget would not be expended, just like FY 2017-18.

The City also received $750,000 in CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funds from the NC Department of Commerce …“for construction purposes and other rehabilitation of the building…”. The City received $541,096.00 in the FY 2014-15 budget year and $208,904.00 in the FY 2015-16 budget year. These funds were placed in the Community Development Block Grant Fund (a Special Revenue Fund) We paid SGRTEX $541,096.00 on June 11, 2014 and $208,904.00 on September 3, 2015.

The December 19, 2014 loan agreement with an expiration date of December 14, 2019 between the City of Eden and SGRTEX concerning these funds indicated that SGRTEX would not have to make any repayment of these funds if all of the terms and conditions of the loan agreement were complied with.

However, in the event of noncompliance, SGRTEX would owe a pro-rated repayment amount. The City of Eden has not forgiven this loan, has not received any loan payments from SGRTEX, and has a deed of trust on properties owned by SGRTEX that we are planning to enforce due to SGRTEX failing to fulfill the requirements of the

loan agreement. We are very grateful to Ms. Sharon McDuffie of LKC Engineering, PLLC for her work in administering the CDBG 13-E-2618/SGRTEX Building Reuse Project on behalf of the City. She worked closely with representatives from the NC Department of Commerce and oversaw compliance, recordkeeping and reporting. Despite the loan agreement with SGRTEX remaining in effect until December 19, 2019 the CDBG grant was closed by the NC Department of Commerce on February 21, 2017.

Cirrus Construction This Eden company held a ribbon cutting on October 5 at their new Hwy 14 facility north of Cox Street. The Eden, Reidsville and Western Rockingham Chambers of Commerce, Board members and other business leaders, welcomed Cirrus to the Eden business community.

Ice Machine at Two-Rivers Plaza On September 26, the Eden Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at the ice machine recently installed at this Meadow Road shopping center. The machine at Kingsway Plaza does very well, so this one should also. Shopping Center owner Ira Tilley has made several landscaping improvements to the center.

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From the Desks of Eden City Hall Continued From Page 32 the finalists’ stories that he is replacing all of their roofs, free of charge. Mr. Wilson provided the following quote for a story about this program: “We (Skywalker Roofing) decided to be a part of this program to help people and maybe get some name recognition at the same time”, stated Wilson.

“After interacting with each finalist it was clear that this is my purpose; this is what I was put on this earth to do. I never thought that God could use me.

I’m just a roofer, but I was wrong. I hope this is just the beginning of helping many, many more people. The people receiving the new roofs keep saying that I’ll never know how much it means to them. I’d like to say they’ll never know how much they’ve changed me and the Skywalker team’s lives.”

Wayfinding Project The green directional signs that are seen throughout the community are being refurbished and updated. Many had deteriorated because of weather exposure. The signs will be refurbished in groups of five. The project should be completed by the end of November.

Triad Business Journal State of Rockingham This event took place on October 19 at the Rockingham County Economic Development office in Wentworth. Three panelists included, Nick Freitag, Gildan Vice-President of Wholesale DistributionPrintwear, Dr. Mark Kinlaw, President of Rockingham Community College, and Mike Dougherty, Director of Economic Development for the City of Eden. They discussed issues pertinent to county economic and workforce development.

Dan River ST8 Crossings Marketing Campaign In February of 2014, the Duke Energy Dan River facility suffered a coal ash spill. In September of 2014, Duke Energy representatives convened a group of regional partners representing the eight counties and independent cities of VA and NC, which comprise the Dan River Region. The purpose of this stakeholder group was to learn of the ways in which Duke Energy was mitigating the coal ash spill, the monitoring of water quality, the status of the Dan River, and to consider projects to help promote proper river stewardship and recreation. The group was called the Dan River Stakeholders group because of their vested interest in the Dan River and their communities.

One of the negative outcomes of the coal ash spill was relentless local and national media coverage of the accident.

As a result, Google searches of the Dan River resulted in images of coal ash and little else. The Stakeholders group determined that a regional marketing cam-

paign could promote the positive elements of the Dan River and those communities that comprise the Dan River Region. Requests for Proposals were submitted to marketing and public relations companies within VA and NC. The result was a comprehensive multi-media campaign, including a brand for the Dan River region, billboards, web site, videos, social media, search engine optimization, and content generation. Duke Energy funded this campaign. The Dan River ST8 Crossings brand was created because the Dan River crosses in and out of VA and NC eight times. There are also eight jurisdictions involved in the Dan River Region. The objective was to create a logo similar to OBX for the NC Outer Banks.

The web site, www.danriverST8crossings.com, presents the different campaign elements. The “8” theme, as used in the words “elev8” “navig8” “celebr8”, describes what interesting things can be done within the region. The Dan River ST8 Crossings social media campaign includes Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Duke Energy ended its involvement and funding of the campaign in August of 2016.

The regional partners have continued to meet monthly and have contributed financially to a digital campaign that includes the ST8 Crossings web site and social media that is managed by Silver Lining Design of Patrick County, VA. The regional partners include: Patrick County, VA, City of Martinsville, VA, Henry County, VA, City of Danville, VA, Stokes County, NC, City of Eden, NC, Rockingham County, NC, Caswell County, NC. This campaign is currently funded through 2019. The Partners are seeking additional regional contributors to continue the campaign long-term. They are also seeking advertising partners, such as Martinsville Speedway, Virginia International Raceway, Primland Resort and other businesses. The City of Eden contribution to the effort has come from funding previously provided by Duke Energy specifically for marketing in the aftermath of the coal ash spill.

and windows at the rear of the building and the addition of tables and benches for the area are being planned. For additional information concerning this project please contact Randy Hunt, Main Street Manager at rhunt@edennc.us.

622 Washington Street An initial offer to purchase the building was made in late August. A series of upset bids were placed with the most recent upset-bidding deadline of October 3 at 4:30 p.m. passing without another bid. A recommendation to City Council will be made to accept the standing bid of $15,573.50. The bidder has plans to open a business at this site.

New Restaurant coming soon The new owner of the former Buick dealership building on the corner of Patrick and Washington Street continues working to place a restaurant in the building. He is very much interested in collecting memorabilia from the building from the period it was first a buggy company.

Fieldcrest Public Space The lighting is scheduled to arrive by October 16 and will then be installed. Plans are being made to secure the back doors

Bridge Street Parking The Home Trust Endowment grant award for our beautification project, will enable us to stripe the parking lot and begin our beautification project. Additional signage is being pursued to inform the public that the lot is available for use. For additional information concerning this project please contact Randy Hunt, Main Street Manager at rhunt@edennc.us.

EDDI The Eden Downtown Development Corporation has submitted their 2018 Main Street Champion nomination – Faye and Terry Shelton of Five Star Realty. They have also submitted a nomination for a NC Main Street award for a building rehabilitation project. The Board voted at their October meeting to pursue acceptance of a downtown building donation. The design subcommittee met with city employees and a manufacturing representative to test a new trash receptacle design that could be serviced by city collection equipment. The EDDI is recommending replacement of our downtown receptacles with this new product. We continue to meet with a local artist that plans to bring a gallery and glass blowing facility as well as an artesian school to downtown.

Eden Rotary Club & Eden Preservation Society The Eden Rotary Club and Eden Preservation Society continue planning and collecting artifacts for the Luther Hodges exhibit at City Hall. An announcement concerning our grant application from the Home Trust Endowment grant is expected on October 15th.

The Boulevard The Boulevard Merchants Association will hold a second Cars and Crabs event on November 10 of this year. The first one that was held in the spring was very successful.

Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony The 15th Annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, November 13 beginning at 9:00 a.m. from the former Draper

Elementary School. Kids from both Lincoln Elementary and Central Elementary will be joining us!! We will walk together to Veterans Park on Fieldcrest Road where the ceremony will begin at approximately 9:30 a.m. We hope all of you will be able to join us for this very special event!!

Christmas Parade Dates – Mark Your Calendars Now! • Leaksville Night-Time Christmas Parade – Friday, November 23 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

• 52nd Annual Draper Children’s Christmas Parade – Saturday, December 1 beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Our State Magazine Filming Our State Magazine has been in Eden filming a new video for us that will be released in November that will appear on all their digital outlets. We are also working with the magazine on an article that will also appear in digital form on their website for an entire year. We are celebrating all that makes Eden unique and special, including but not limited to: the Dan & Smith Rivers, Eden Drive-In, Downtown areas, Drive-In Restaurants, The Barn, Smith River Greenway, Matrimony Creek Nature Trail, Freedom Park, John E. Grogan Park, Historic Homes and so much more!

Public Art Both of our upcoming public art projects are in the creation stages this month. Josh Cote will begin on our wire animal art later in October and will be completed by early Winter. Teresa Phillips will begin work on our Karastan Mosaic later this month as well.

Completion will be early Winter, but installation will be early Spring. We will keep you updated on the progress of both of these exciting projects!!

Grogan Park in The Fall Grogan Park just might be prettiest in the Fall!! Consider

the park for your church functions, reunions, corporate events or any other gathering opportunities you might have. On a daily basis you can come by to sit and enjoy the fall colors of the beautiful trees that make the park so special. Bring a lunch or a full picnic and just enjoy being outside!! Amenities include a covered gazebo, plaza area, water feature, wind chimes, tables & chairs, benches, swing and conversation area along with a walking path that winds through the park. Also, you will be able to enjoy some beautiful and interesting public art later this year and early 2019. We already have a beautiful Quilt Square that’s part of the Rockingham Co. Quilt Trail for you to enjoy. See you in the park!!

Text Messaging Make sure you are in the know! Text the keyword EDENNC to 51660 and stay up to date on meetings, events and opportunities for our citizens.

“A Few Minutes with The Mayor” Tune in to WGSR Star News the last Thursday of every month at 6:15 p.m. and spend 15 minutes with Eden’s Mayor Neville Hall.

Explore Eden Facebook Page Please join our Explore Eden Facebook page as another way to stay up to date on what to do in Eden! We have over 7,200 followers!

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You can get information about upcoming local events by email through our monthly Explore Downtown newsletter. If you want to subscribe, please send your email address to godowntown@edennc.us.

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Focus on the “Can” So many times, I meet job seekers that Suthard come with a list of can’t. I can’t do…, I can’t lift…, I can’t work more than…, I can’t…This typically results in a frustrating job search for the job seeker. Instead of the can’t, focus on the “can”. I can work part time, I can work 8 hour shifts, I can use the computer, I can be a team leader, I can…

While we have to be realistic about our own personal limitations, whether that is time or physical, it is all too easy to let those limitations be our drivers which lead us to negativity and frustration.

Focusing on the “can” starts your job search in a more positive way, you will discover new job opportunities, and you will stay more positive throughout the job searching experience. You will be more empowered an even describe past responsibilities in better descriptive language.

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14 NEWLY RENOVATED TENNIS COURTS... you’re in a good place for Tennis We can hardly believe it ourselves. Our tennis community infrastructure is blossoming.

FOURTEEN tennis courts in Rockingham County have been resurfaced in the last 3 years! Add to that the 53 playground tennis courts (18x36 feet) at RCS elementary, middle and after school program locations...and we have a solid base to grow our tennis in our county for years to come. Check out these newly resurfaced courts near you.

Rockingham Community College in Wentworth – 6 courts Jaycee Park in Reidsville – 8 courts (4 recently resurfaced and 2 new freestanding pickle ball courts) Bridge Street Recreation Center in Eden – 4 courts What’s coming next? On July 30, Mayor Jeff Bullins and the Town of Mayodan hosted a large group of community leaders to discuss the need for a renovated tennis facility to serve western Rockingham County – including the tennis team programs from McMichael High School, Western Rockingham Middle School, and our greater tennis community. We’re hoping to hear news of next steps to fill this tennis facility void soon.

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Council Grants We are pleased to announce that we have been awarded a $2,200 grant for the 2019 Hispanic Heritage Day festivities and a $477 grant for the Piedmont Pottery Festival. Our thanks to the Rockingham County Arts Council for awarding us both of these grants.

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Street Resurfacing Projects: All city street resurfacing projects have been completed for the year. The next contract will be will available for construction in April 2019.

Asphalt Pavement Crack Sealing The city has hired Delta Contracting to crack seal E. Moore Street from NC14 to S. Pierce Street in front of Holmes Middle School in November due to severe cracking. The work will be completed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to avoid any interruptions to normal school operations. The street will be restriped after the crack sealing is completed.

NCDOT Resurfacing of NC 14/Van Buren Road The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will be resurfacing NC14/Van Buren Road from Cox Street to the Virginia state line later this month. Russell Standard will have a crew on site to install a FR-SAMI application which is a fibermat that combines polymer modified asphalt emulsion with chopped glass fiber strands to create a membrane that absorbs stresses and delays cracking. This application will be applied and covered with an asphalt overlay. The work is scheduled to be completed in November.

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Waterline Replacement Projects Update Final plans for the Morehead Street 2” water line replacement project have been prepared by Stoltzfus Engineering, Inc. A bid opening date has been set for November 8. This project will involve the installation of about 500 feet of 6-inch diameter ductile iron pipe between Glovenia Street and Hollingsworth Street.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT October was National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

In conjunction with the National Cybersecurity Alliance and the Department of Homeland Security, the City of Eden the City conducted cybersecurity awareness training for all of our employees.

We invite our citizens and businesses to protect themselves online and help to make the Internet safer and more secure by following these simple tips from the Stop, Think. Connect™ Campaign: • Enable stronger authentication. Always enable stronger authentication for an extra layer of security beyond the password that is available on most major email, social media and financial accounts. Stronger authentication (e.g., multi-factor authentication that can use a one-time code texted to a mobile device) helps verify that a user has authorized access to an online account. For more information about authentication, visit the new Lock Down Your Login Campaign at www.lockdownyourlogin.com.

• Make your passwords long & strong. Use complex passwords with a combination of numbers, symbols, and letters. Use unique passwords for different accounts.

Change your passwords regularly, especially if you believe they have been compromised.

• Keep a clean machine. Update the security software, operating system, and web browser on all of your Internet-connected devices. Keeping your security software up to date will prevent attackers from taking advantage of known vulnerabilities.

• When in doubt, throw it out.

Links in email and online posts are often the way cyber criminals compromise your computer.

If it looks suspicious (even if you know the source), delete it.

• Share with care. Limit the amount of personal information you share online and use privacy settings to avoid sharing information widely.

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

PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT Parks & Recreation Grant In the recently approved state budget the NC General Assembly included $500,000 in funding for Eden to use towards Parks and Recreation. This $500,000 grant will be used to help build the new Splash Pad complex that will be constructed within Freedom Park. Special thanks to Senator Phil Berger for his efforts and support in obtaining these funds for our community. On August 21 the City Council awarded a contract for the development of the Splash Pad to VORTEX. VORTEX is currently working on construction.

For more information concerning this project please contact Johnny Farmer, Director of Parks, Recreation, Facilities and Grounds at jfarmer@edennc.us.

Community Accents Program & Parks & Recreation Radio Program Staff will participate in the Community Accents Program with WLOE (Wonderful Land of Eden) radio on November 9. In addition, staff participated in the Parks & Recreation Radio Program with WLOE on October 24 and will be participating in the same program in November to update the public on our recreational program offerings during the months of November and December. We remain involved in these community outreach efforts in an effort to update residents about the programs being offered by our Parks & Recreation Department.

Concert in the Park Series & Cruise In A Concert in the Park/Cruise in event was held on September 29. The next and final Concert in the Park/Cruise in event for this year will be held on October 27 beginning at 5:30 pm in Freedom Park. For more information please call 336-6232110 Extension 3030 or email Ms. Georgette Spence at gspence@edennc.us.

Softball Tournaments There are softball tournaments scheduled at Freedom Park on November 3-4, and November 10-11. These events

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Dapper Precision Design Concepts This local Eden company provides machining, design/engineering. Metal art, welding, fabrication and sheet metal. Their goal is to provide solutions that exceed their customers’ expectations. Eden native Anthony Mull operates this business at 407 Cascade Avenue. He can be reached at 336-613-6585 or via amull@pdconceptllc.com. You can learn more about his business at www.pdconceptsllc.com Brookdell and Beck Counseling The ribbon cutting for this Eden business took place on October 26th 905 Irving Avenue location.

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Royalty Adult and Pediatric Care A ribbon cutting for this Eden business will take place on

November 9th at 1:00pm at their 412 N. Van Buren Street new location. Come help us welcome them as they start this new chapter in their business. Call 336623-3336 for more information.

November Chamber of Commerce Morning Coffee The November Coffee will be held on Tuesday, November 13th at Elite Driving School, located at 202 N. Van Buren Road in the Rockingham Insurance office center. Elite Driving School offers driver training to people of all ages and just recently started a truck driver training program. Come join us.

Downtown Deli This Historic Downtown Eden business now does catering.

Contact them for your next event or stop in for lunch daily. Enjoy their delicious ice cream as well.

They are located at 637

Washington Street. Call 336612-2763 for takeout or to learn more about their catering business.

Thrifty Rescue This Historic Eden business is located at 647 Washington Street and celebrated its Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting on Friday, October 12th The proceeds of sales in this store go to help those in need from Rockingham Rescue.

Annual Veteran’s Day Parade Join us for the Annual Veteran’s Day Parade starting at Veteran’s Park on Fieldcrest Road in the Draper section of Eden on Tuesday, November 13th. The parade starts at Draper Elementary School at 9:00am and ends at the park at 9:30am.

For more information contact Cindy Adams at 336-552-6132.

Special Events for the month of November: • Tai Chi is offered every Thursday from 5-6pm!

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Date and Time: November 15, 2018 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm • Now that I’m 18- Join this informational presentation for families and youth who will be turning 18 who have Medicaid and/or disabilities. Learn how to transition to adult Medicaid and other important information.

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Date and Time: November 5, 2018 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm • Conflict Resolution- Come learn Beginners Conversational Spanish. Some of the information you will learn includes: colors, numbers, and basic phrases for communication. Classes are open to anyone and have no cost associated. All participants are welcome to join any class, this is not a series that you have to attend each class to come to the next offering. Registration is required.

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Recycling SOLID WASTE & REFUSE Recycling/Collection Date Center Monday 11 -19 -18 Normal Schedule Closed Tuesday 11-20-18 Normal Schedule Open Wednesday 11-21-18 Thurs. & Fri. Collection Open Thursday 11-22-18 No Collection Closed Friday 11-23-18 No Collection Open If your collection day falls on an observed holiday, your collection will be Wednesday of that week.

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

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

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Matrimony Creek Greenway Nature Trail The City Council authorized the paving of the Matrimony Creek Greenway Nature Trail parking lot at the September 18 City Council meeting, using funds from the Strategic Plan funds allocated in the current FY 2018-19 budget. Quotes are being obtained and this project is scheduled to be completed by November 30.

Bridge Street Tennis Courts Resurfacing Project The resurfacing of the Bridge Street Tennis Courts is scheduled to be completed by the end of November, depending on the weather.

PLANNING & INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT Code Enforcement 216 local code inspections have been made since the last report. The breakdown of types are as follows: 13 for building violations, 136 for high grass, 19 for junk cars, 29 for junk storage, 2 for yard waste, 5 for zoning violations and 12 for miscellaneous inspections.

Miscellaneous inspections would include, but are not limited to, sight obstructions, sewer discharge on to the ground, and accumulation of downed trees.

The sweep of the City included the Grand Oaks area, Northridge/ Summit Place Subdivision, NC 87 North and a portion of the Leaksville area.

Also, re-inspections were made of the properties in violation during the previous sweep that received Notices of Violation.

81 notices have been mailed by certified mail and first class

mail. Many properties require more than 1 notice because of multiple owners. The number of properties affected are as follows: 19 for high grass, 3 for high grass and junk cars, 4 for high grass and junk storage, 15 for junk, 6 for junk cars, 4 for junk storage and junk cars, 3 for a zoning violation, 1 for directing water to another property, 1 for discharging sewerage on the ground, 1 for a sight obstruction and 9 housing code violations.

One of the major issues we currently face with Code Enforcement deals with vehicles.

The NCGS (North Carolina General Statutes) provide definitions and enforcement enabling legislation for cities to use. One of the drawbacks to this process is that we cannot touch any vehicle that has valid tags. It was discovered that other jurisdictions are solving this problem by adding the prohibition of disabled vehicles to their zoning regulations. We are taking an amendment to the Planning Board to include this in our zoning regulations.

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# PAGE 38 EDEN’S OWN / COUNTY STAR,NOVEMBER 2018 Zoe R Kyle has received an invitation in July 2018. She was chosen to participate in Softball Youth All-American Games in January 2-5, 2019 at the Boombah Sports Complex at Seminole County, Orlando, Florida where she will play and compete with girls her age from all over the US. She will receive two All American jerseys and a ring.

This is an outstanding honor for Zoe Kyle. Zoe attends Lincoln Elementary School.

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She will finish the Fall Season in Travel Softball with Team Crush in November. She is a pitcher and plays 1st and 3rd base. She has accomplished 4 shutouts and 4 home runs along with one MVP for the 2018 year in 10U softball.

Zoe received an invitation in July 2018 to Participate in Softball Youth All American Games set for January 2-5 2019 in Florida. She will participate in Opening ceremonies, team workouts, home run derby, and game play along with championship and awards presentations.

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Jaycee tennis courts to host RCTA tourney Young area tennis players will be taking to the courts at Jaycee Ballpark for the Rockingham County Tennis Association’s Fall Level 5 USTA Youth Tournament set for October 20-21, 2018.

USTA (United States Tennis Association) Level 5 tournaments are designed for players aged 8-18, who are either new to tennis or looking to gain valuable match play in a tournament setting, according to the RCTA. Part of the tournament will be played on refurbished tennis courts thanks, in part, because of two grants received from the USTA. Reidsville Parks & Recreation Superintendent Fred Thompson applied and received this summer a $10,000 USTA Facility Grant and a $5,000 USTA North Carolina “Raise the Net” grant. The $15,000 in grants, coupled with the City’s $26,000 financial commitment, allowed Parks & Recreation to repair and resurface four tennis courts and apply court lines for adult and youth play. In the future, the City plans to resurface the other four tennis courts at Jaycee as well.

“The renovation of these tennis courts assists the City in providing more fitness-related opportunities that lead to a better quality of life for all of our residents and visitors,” Superintendent Thompson said.

The October 20-21 tennis tourney will be limited to 16 players per age division and sin-

gles play only. Interested players must be USTA members and pay a $28 registration fee by the October 15th deadline.

“This is the second year that RCTA has sponsored the Fall Level 5 Junior Tournament at Jaycee Park,” explained Shelby Rhyne, Executive Director of the Rockingham County Tennis Association. “We are excited to see both local youth players and visitors from across the State join us on the courts for this two-day USTA-sanctioned youth tournament.”

Rhyne said players are thrilled to be playing on the refurbished courts. “Can we play on the new courts?” That’s what five RCS team players asked Rhyne this past weekend at the free Net Generation team challenge held at Jaycee Ballpark on Sunday, September 30. “The four recently resurfaced courts at Jaycee Park show the support of Reidsville Parks & Recreation not only in maintaining their tennis facilities but also in supporting our growing Rockingham County Schools and Reidsville tennis community.

“Reidsville Parks & Recreation is a valuable partner with our USTA Community Tennis Association hosting not only this tournament but also Family Play Days, Junior Team Tennis program, Net Generation Team Challenge and our summer National Junior Tennis & Learning network from Reidsville YMCA, New

The Jaycee Park Tennis Courts provided the backdrop for the RCS Girls All-County Championships held August 28. (Photos courtesy of the Rockingham County Tennis Association) Reidsville Housing Authority and Community Baptist Schools,” Rhyne said. “The Net Generation lives … at Jaycee Park.”

RCTA and the school system are taking full advantage of Jaycee’s tennis courts. Reidsville High School will be hosting two NCHSAA post-season events at Jaycee Park in October – the NCHSAA 2A Mid-State Girls Tennis Conference Tournament on Wednesday, October 10, and the NCHSAA 2A Mid-East Regional Girls Individual Playoffs on October 19. Matches begin at 1 p.m.

To learn more about the RCTA, the upcoming tournament and other RCTA activities, go to www.rockingham. usta.com.

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