November 2022

Butler Legacy Fund formed

The Butler Legacy Fund was established to honor T & Lindley Butler and raise funds to help support projects

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historical and environmental relevance in Rockingham County and make a positive impact for the Dan River watershed. So far, we’ve raised $6,000 toward our $10,000 goal.

A generous donor has agreed to match – dollar for dollar - all gifts from now until Thanksgiving until we reach our goal!

Please consider a gift to the Butler Legacy Fund – and have it DOUBLED!

Your gift will restore the batteau replica, fund the construction of a permanent enclosure for a batteau mural, and provide for the design and installation of new interpretive signage. Please help make this important project a reality!

The Batteau exhibit at the MARC highlights the importance of Dan River commerce in the nineteenth century, where skilled boatmen transported agricultural products from Stokes and Rockingham counties downriver to markets, then brought finished goods back upstream. This was a crucial mode of connection prior to the railroad. The expert batteau crews were almost exclusively enslaved Africans before the Civil War, and free Blacks after the war. The exhibit will display a batteau replica that once floated the Dan River and a mural commemorating the enslaved and free African Americans who once operated these crafts.

Please consider making a gift to this very special fund directly below or by mail: MARC, P.O. Box 84, Wentworth, NC 27375 or go to www.themarconline.org/the-butler-legacy-fund.

There is something about the colors of fall that make it the best season to paddle down the Dan River. Luckily for river enthusiast, the newly improved Settle Bridge Dan River access allows river goers an easier way to reach the river just in time to enjoy the vibrant fall foliage. This section of river offers a great view as there are no roads... just 2 bridges and gorgeous landscapes. There are multiple access points downstream allowing one to plan a short trip (4 miles downstream is the Dan River Game Lands access) or a longer trip (10 miles downstream is the Leaksville Landing access located near downtown Eden).

Before now, this popular Rockingham County access had been prone to frequent erosion and deposition issues caused by major water level fluctuations of the Dan River and seasonal flooding. In an effort to provide adequate parking, and a safe and sustainable river access, Rock-ingham County TDA collaborated with Dan River Basin Association to renovate the Settle Bridge Dan River Access.

The project, which began in April 2021, set forth to address three main recommendations:  Recondition the existing landing from the parking area to the staging area,

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Installation of new galvanized metal steps with railing, landing, and boat slide from the staging area to the river.

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Updated river access sign at the informational kiosk in the parking area, and an additional DOT directional signs (standard brown and white boating access) that can be viewed on Settle Bridge road, and along Dan River road to indicate that boaters are in the correct location.

As always, when venturing onto any of Rockingham County’s blueways, make sure you “know before you go and leave no trace.” Be sure to know your route including where you are putting into the river and

where you plan to get out. Know what lies ahead including potential dam locations and skill-level recommendations. Always travel waterways in pairs or small groups, never alone and always with a personal floatation devices. Protect our outdoor spaces by taking all of your trash with you to dispose of properly.

For more information please contact Tara Martin at tmartin@ co.rockingham.nc.us or Lindsay Pegg at lpegg@co.rockingham. nc.us.

Rabies Vaccination Clinic Scheduled for Saturday Nov. 5,

Rockingham County Animal Shelter and Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services have teamed up to offer a rabies clinic for dogs and cats. Rabies continues to be a public health threat in Rockingham County, and vaccinating pets will help remedy the problem and keep the rabies virus from threatening pets and people.

In 2021, Rockingham County had 1 animal test positive for rabies, a deadly viral disease transmitted by rabid animals. In 2021, 27 unvaccinated pets were euthanized due to possible exposure to rabid animals. Rockingham County has recorded 200 positive animal rabies cases since positive cases began appearing in July 3, 1996.

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

“Every dog and cat that is over the age of four months is required by North Carolina State law to be vaccinated against the rabies virus,” Wyatt said. People may be exposed to the rabies virus from the saliva, spinal fluid, or brain tissue of a rabid animal. The exposure may be by a bite or scratch from a rabid animal or from saliva that gets

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

The annual Rabies Clinic is scheduled for Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 1:004:00 p.m. at the Rockingham County Animal Shelter, 250 Cherokee Camp Rd., Reidsville, NC. The first 100 vaccination

Celebrating Promotions within the Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Sam Page

his team at the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office in congratulating the following individuals on their

Sergeant Tammy East will be the new supervisor of the Rockingham County Sheriff's Bailiffs Division. The Bailiffs are responsible for courtroom Security at the Rockingham County Courthouse.

Sergeant Matt Lee will be one of our new Shift Supervisors at the Rockingham County Detention Facility. The Shift Supervisors are in charge of the personnel assigned to their shift as they perform their day-to-day duties within the Detention Facility.

Sergeant Tina Kentrolis will be one of our new Shift Supervisors at the Rockingham County Detention Facility. The Shift Supervisors are in charge of the personnel assigned to their shift as they perform their dayto-day duties within the Detention Facility.

Sergeant Joshua Odell will be one of our new Shift Supervisors at the Rockingham County Detention Facility. The Shift Supervisors are in charge of the personnel assigned to their shift as they perform their day-to-day duties within the Detention Facility.

"I am very proud of the men and women receiving these promotions", said Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page. "They have each worked hard and are very deserving of their new rank as Sergeant. The Sergeant is the First Line Supervisor of the personnel placed under their charge.

These men and women have proven that they are deserving of this responsibility and I believe there are great things in store for each of their careers.”

are free and made possible by the Friends of Eden. A fee of $5.00 will be charged for each rabies vaccination after the first 100 free vaccinations.

On behalf of the Rockingham County Department

of Health and Human Services, we would like to give a special acknowledgement to the Rockingham County Animal Shelter for cosponsoring this initiative.

If you have any questions about the vaccination clinic, please contact Angel Wyatt at 336-342-8183 or angelw@ co.rockingham.nc.us or Katrina R. White at 336-342-8150 or kwhite@co.rockingham.nc.us.

Tammy East, and Sheriff Sam Page

Sergeant Tina Kentrolis, and Sheriff Sam Page

Sergeant Matt Lee, and Sheriff Sam Page

Sergeant Joshua Odell, and Sheriff Sam Page

Local Farewells

Nadine Tilley Atkinson, 96 - Eden Miss Eternity Singer Earlisa “Ce Ce” Allen - Eden Ruby Bennet, 87 - Madison Ruth Meadows Lemon Brown, 69 - RC Dicky Gray Bullins, 60 - Mayodan Barbara Jarrett French Biggs, 73 - Reidsville Copelin Renae Bates - Eden Rose Tremor Bowyer, 94 Patricia Ann Hooker Bullins, 74 - Stoneville Ryan Douglas Burroughs, 34 - Eden Annie Mabe Bennett, 97 Mr. William Henry Bass

Mrs. Connie Artis Pinnix Blackwell Margaret Layne Boulware, 94 - Eden Toni Janice Brim, 73 Nathaniel Carr Pattie McKinney “Pat” Carter, 89 Herbert Ray Chilton, 71 - Reidsville Rebecca “Becky” Taylor Cooper, 79 - Reidsville Audrey “Erlean” Cook, 75 - Madison

Pastor Donald Welsey Cox, Sr. 78 - Eden Jack Edward Cannon, Jr., 60 - Reidsville Logan DeAnn Chambers, 30 - Eden Marie Lawson Clifton, 74 - Stoneville Fred Douglas Dalton, Jr., 74 - Eden Charlene Perkins Doyle, 62 Emily Alcorn Dunlap, 33 - Eden Kenneth Allen Dunn, 87 - Reidsville Henry “Ricky” Wesley Dillard, 68 - Stoneville

Sara L. Craig Ekas Linda Law Evans, 75 Mrs. Irene Neal Fowler - Reidsville Johnny Ray Green, 46 Kenneth Claude Gunn, 87 Judy Vaden Gann, 76 - Stoneville John Horace Gentry, 88 - Reidsville Mother Ivadell Cotton Graves - Reidsville Donald Francis Galloway, 82 - Eden Thomas Galloway, 76 - Eden Mrs. Elena Soto Gonzalez - Reidsville Mrs. Mary Esther Graves - Reidsville Gaston Galloway, Jr. - Wentworth Steve Allen Hopper, 75 - Reidsville Barbara Terry Hooker, 78 - Eden

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Loved ones of Rockingham County who have recently passed away

William “Bill” S. Holley, III, 57

Mattie Frances Brown Hairston Ms. Mary Price Lee Hairston Christopher David Hill, 43 Martin R. Honaker

Mrs. Ethel Mae Anderson Holloway - Reidsville Wardie Giles Hunnings, Jr. - Eden

William "Bill" Ballard Harris, Jr., 91 - Eden Billy “Bill” Frank Isley

Evon Booth Jones, 81 Ronald Wayne Joyce, 59 Mary Ann Krause, 90, Reidsville

Thomas Moricle “Tommy” Kallam, 76 - Reidsville

Russell Dale Knight, 38 Betty Ingram King, 85 - Ruffin

Christopher Carl Kinton, 45 Dorothy Norris Lea, 90 - Stoneville Tommy Lee Lineberry, 73 Betty Juiet Lawson, 85 Nancy Virginia Fulcher LeSueur, 82 - Ruffin Richard Dillard Murphy (Henry)

George Franklin Martin, 70 Donald J. Margensey, 91 - Eden Trudy Snow Mason, 87 - Madison Patricia Ann Martin, 61

Otis “OJ” Junior Martin, 78 - Stoneville Thomas Hobart Miller, 67 - RC David Moore, 55 - Stoneville James B. McGuire, 87 Gene Rolling Overby, Sr., 83 - Stoneville Gary Stanley Purdy, 71 - Madison Nancy Jo Perdue (Owens), 61 Frances “Darlene” Price, 71 Mrs. Geraldine Stokes Pass - Reidsville

Dorothy Terry Perkins

Michael Woodrow “Mike” Peters, 75 Linda Sims Richardson, 65 - Eden Maynard Lee Rodgers, 81 - Eden Mrs. Betty Doris Reid - Reidsville Janet Stadler Roe, 69 - Reidsville Ms. Mary Jane Broadnax Sanders - Reidsville Master Malachi Scales - Eden Frank James Stanley, 81 Bobby Jean Stafford, 93

Ralph Wayne Sharpe, 81 - Reidsville Paul “Maynard” Southern, 77 Margaret Sheehan, 93 - Eden Clinton Monroe Summerlin, Jr., 72

David William Jefferson Sizemore, 79 Lloyd Dean Sharpe, 87 - Madison

Melvin Gary Shelton, 71 - Stoneville

Thomas “Tom” William Stevens, 72 Glenn Gregory Swofford, 64

Hilda Wilson Tilley, 80 - Stoneville Shyheim "Big 31" Thornton, 28

William Marcellus “Marc” Williams, 72 - Reidsville

Clarence “Buck” "Buster" "Slick" Wall, 82 - Ruffin

John Andrew “Andy” Wilbourne, 75 Mr. Billy Joe Withers

Buddy Arthur Winchester - Reidsville Margaret Settle Willis, 99 - Mayodan

Mary Lily Watlington, 101 - Ruffin Hilda Jean Wyatt, 79

William Bernard Wood, 87 Mrs. Bessie Williamson - Ruffin

Paul Donald “Donnie” Witty, 67 Linda Lewis Yow, 61 - Eden William Shelton Younts, 88 - Eden

Foley passing

Bobby Joe Foley, Jr., 53, of Martinsville, VA passed away on Thursday,September 22, 2022, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born on Oct. 8, 1968, to the late Bobby Joe Foley, Sr., and Denise Foley. Mr. Foley was a lover of classic cars and animals.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his brothers, William Foley (Polly) and Chris Foley (Ashley); sister, Melissa Foley; nieces and nephews, Ashley, Matt, Amy, and Danielle.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of Bobby to The American Cancer Society P.O. Box 4110

Glen Allen, VA 23058 Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville, VA is serving the Foley family.

Online condolences may be made at norrisfuneral.com

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Dear Rusty: I will be turning 65 this December and will most likely continue working until July of 2024 at my current job. It is possible I could leave a year earlier. With that being said, when should I submit paperwork to start collecting Social Security benefits? Is there anything I should know previous to applying that will make sure the process is relatively seamless?

Signed: Ready to Retire

Dear Ready to Retire: Social Security recommends you apply for benefits 2 to 3 months before you wish your benefit payments

to begin, but you can apply up to 4 months prior. When you apply, you will specify your desired benefit-start-month on the application, and that is when your benefits will start. Be aware that Social Security pays benefits “in arrears,” meaning your benefit is paid in the month following the month earned. So, for example, if you apply for your benefits to start in January your January benefit will be paid in February.

The exact date of your payment depends on the day of the month you were born – born between the 1st and 10th of the month, you get your payment on the 2nd Wednesday; born between the 11th and 20th of the month, payment is made on the 3rd Wednesday; born after the 20th of the month your payment will be received in your bank account on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

You can apply in person, either over the phone or by visiting your local Social Security office, or you can apply for your benefits online at www.ssa.gov/retire. Applying online is, by far, the most efficient method. To apply online, you will first need to set up your personal “my Social Security” online account which is easy to do at www.ssa.gov/myaccount. I suggest you create your online account now, even if you don’t plan to claim your SS for a while yet. Once you have your online account set up, you can see your estimated benefit amounts at different ages, which can help you decide when to claim.

Since you are still working, you should be aware that if you claim at any time prior to reaching your full retirement age (FRA) you will be subject to Social Security’s earnings test. If you will be 65 in December 2022 your FRA is 67, and that is the point at which you will get 100% of the SS benefit you’ve earned from a lifetime of working. If you claim any earlier, your benefit will be permanently reduced, and the Social Security “earnings test” will apply. The

earnings limit for 2023 will be a bit more than the 2022 limit of $19,560. If you are collecting SS and exceed the earnings limit, they will take away benefits equal to $1 for every $2 you are over the limit. In the year you reach your FRA (2024) your earnings limit will be about 2 ½ times more than the normal annual limit and the penalty is less, and once you have reached your FRA there is no longer a limit to how much you can earn. For clarity, you can also wait and claim after your FRA and gain a higher benefit (your benefit will grow up to age 70).

So, how can you make the process “relatively seamless?” Create your online “my Social Security” account in advance and verify that your lifetime earnings as recorded by Social Security are accurate. Then, when you’re ready to claim, simply go to www.ssa.gov/retire and follow the instructions. The online application process is quite intuitive, and you should have no trouble even if you have limited computer skills. Social Security will contact you if they need more information after you apply online. Of course, you can also apply whenever you’re ready by calling Social Security to make an appointment to apply over the phone but applying online is much more efficient. This article is intended for information purposes only and does not represent legal or financial guidance. It presents the opinions and interpretations of the AMAC Foundation’s staff, trained and accredited by the National Social Security Association (NSSA). NSSA and the AMAC Foundation and its staff are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental entity. To submit a question, visit our website (amacfoundation.org/programs/socia l-security-advisory) or email us at ssadvisor@amacfoundation.org. Our website (amacfoundation.org/programs/socia l-security-advisory) or email us at ssadvisor@amacfoundation.org.

The Rockingham County Government would like to announce the internal promotion of Todd Hurst as the new County Tax Administrator.

This promotion comes after his appointment as interim Tax Administrator in July of 2022.

Todd Hurst is a lifelong resident of Rockingham County. He is a graduate of John Motley Morehead High School class of 1987. Hurst graduated from Rockingham Community College in 1990 with his Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration.

Before coming to work for the County, Hurst worked in finance around Rockingham County. In the spring of 2007, Hurst began his career with the

county in the tax office. Over the last 15 years, he has held several positions including Tax Appraiser, Senior Tax Appraiser, Tax Chief Appraiser, Tax Appraisal Supervisor and most recently, Interim Tax Administrator.

“I have loved working here.” Todd Hurst said, “I am thankful for this opportunity to lead our Tax Department. I hope the department and the residents of Rockingham County see how much I care about the responsibilities I have been trusted with.”

“We are excited to have Todd take on this role.” County Manager Lance Metzler said.

“When we appointed him in his interim title a few months ago

Now is the time...

we knew he would succeed. I am proud of the work he has done thus far and I look forward to see him continue to lead our Tax Department.”

Todd Hurst has been married to his wife, Shelia, for nearly 30 years. Together they have one son, Matthew. The three have called Eden home for most of their lives. Alongside spending time with his family and friends, Todd enjoys college football and attending Osborne Baptist Church.

NOVEMBER

• Garden tasks are still calling.

Insect pests are much hardier than their size would suggest

• Start forcing bulbs like paperwhites, hyacinth, and amaryllis for the holidays

• Plant a terra cotta pot full of hyacinth bulbs for a stunning display next spring

•Get those daffodil bulbs and other spring flowering bulbs into the ground NOW

• Plant bare root roses anytime between now and March

• Plant beds of pansies

• Plant heathers, grasses, and trialing ivy in pots for winter color

• Rake leaves and make compost

• Cover compost so rain doesn’t leach the nutrients

• Keep fallen leaves raked away from rose bushes to reduce the chance of black spot or rust next year

• Clean up garden debris and cut back any diseased foliage

• Add organic matter to beds

• Keep weeding

• Keep watering trees and shrubs until the ground freezes

• Protect roses by mounding soil around the crown and covering the bud union. Tie down climbing rose canes to protect from cold winds

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

• Prune pear and apple trees anytime between now and February. Leave plum trees alone until midsummer

• Move deciduous trees and shrubs while they are dormant

• Prune deciduous trees and shrubs

• Plant evergreen shrubs and conifers

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Wilson Begins Term as President of the NC Superior Court Judges Conference

On October 19, 2022, Judge Ed Wilson began his term as President of the North Carolina Conference of Superior Court Judges for 2022-2023. Judge Wilson is the Senior Resident Superior Court Judge for Caswell and Rockingham Counties. The group is the statewide governing body for all superior court judges, both active and retired.

According to the North Carolina Judicial Branch website, the superior courts were “established in 1777, the superior courts are North Carolina’s oldest courts. Superior courts hear civil and criminal cases. Superior court is divided into five divisions and 48 districts across the state. Every six months, superior court judges rotate among the districts within their divisions. The rotation

system is provided for by the state constitution and designed to minimize conflicts of interest that might result from having a permanent judge in one district. Each administrative superior court district has a senior resident superior court judge who manages the administrative duties of the court. “

Wilson has served as a superior court judge since 2003. Prior to that he was in private practice in Eden with the firm of Maddrey Wilson Etringer and Smith.

Wilson is in his 21st year in the United States Army Reserve where his most recent assignment was teaching Military and Constitutional Law at West Point. He is married to Laurie Turnage Wilson and they are the parents of four children.

City of Eden Curbside Leaf Collection

Welcome to the season of cleaning up after all those beautiful trees. The City of Eden’s annual curbside leaf collection begins October 17, 2022 and will continue until March 3, 2023. Our Street Division crews drive leaf vacuum trucks throughout the city. Please follow these simple steps to help keep them moving efficiently:

• Leaves must be at curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day.

• Place leaves in a location away from any objects such as parked cars, low hanging tree limbs, power/phone/cable lines, catch basin or drain pipes.

• DO NOT place leaves in the traveled portion of roadways.

• DO NOT place leaves in the actual ditch line. This is to prevent

by such a practice.

• LEAVES ONLY. Sticks, rocks, bricks, or any foreign objects

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Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends and reflect on one’s blessings. In 2022, we celebrate on November 24. In anticipation of these holidays, here are some interesting facts about the Thanksgiving celebration.

1. American Thanksgiving is largely modeled on a 17th century harvest feast shared by the English settlers and the Wampanoag tribe.

2. The National Turkey Federation says around 45 million turkeys will be eaten on Thanksgiving, which equates to about 720 million pounds of turkey being consumed (with the average turkey size being 16 lbs.

3. The Butterball hotline answers roughly 100,000 calls every year on its turkey question hotline.

4. In 1953, the Swanson overestimated the number of frozen turkeys it would sell for the holiday season by 26 tons. Rather than waste the meat, Swanson sliced it, repackaged it and created the first frozen TV dinners.

5. While Thanksgiving is largely tied to the 17th century settlers, the National Parks Service says in 1565 Spanish settlers in St. Augustine (now Florida) celebrated by having a meal to which they invited the native Seloy tribe. The Spanish served pork stew, sea biscuits, red wine, and garbanzo beans. Some say the Seloy contributed turkey, venison and maize.

6. Thanksgiving didn’t become a civic holiday until 1864 when Abraham Lincoln made it one after the Civil War tragedy.

7. The Pilgrims did not refer to themselves as “pilgrims.” They used the word “separatists” as they were separating themselves from a larger belief system.

8. Each year, the American president “pardons” a turkey from slaughter on Thanksgiving. This tradition dates back to when Abraham Lincoln’s son was upset that his family’s turkey that was going to be killed for Thanksgiving dinner.

County to host Lead for N. C. local government Fellow

Rockingham County is pleased to announce that it is one of 23 host sites statewide for the Lead for North Carolina (LFNC) program, part of the UNC at Chapel Hill School of Government. Beginning in August, the County began hosting a recent college graduate in a one-year paid local government fellowship.

Olivia Leggett, a graduate of Elon University hailing from McLean, Virginia, has been placed with Rockingham County for her fellowship year.

“I became a LFNC fellow to combine my interest in local government with my love for North Carolina,” Leggett said.

“I hope to serve Rockingham County by applying the skills and knowledge I gained in economics and public policy during my undergraduate experience at Elon. I am excited to serve in the county manager's office and become a part of the community!

LFNC serves as a bridge between North Carolina communities and smart, passionate, and committed young leaders. With the launch of its fourth cohort this year, the program has placed 74 fellows in positions with municipal governments, county governments, and regional councils across North Carolina.

By recruiting, training, and placing these fellows, it seeks to strengthen public institutions, support local communities, and cultivate a new generation of public service leaders.

“We are very fortunate to have this opportunity in Rockingham County for recent college graduates.” County Manager Lance Metzler stated, “This fellowship allows young people to gain real-world experience by serving our community. They are introduced to the different facets local government provides for its residents.

The 23 fellowship placements span levels of local government: 10 will serve in municipalities, eight in county offices, and six in regional councils of government. In total, fellows’ assignments will cover 37 individual North Carolina counties. Fellows will work in areas including budgeting, management, opioid response, planning, housing, and economic development.

Lead for North Carolina is made possible through funding from an array of partners, includingthe State Employees’ Credit Union Foundation, AmeriCorps, The Anonymous Trust, Golden LEAF Foundation, The Jessie Ball duPont Fund, the North Carolina League of Municipal-ities, State Farm, Wells Fargo, and the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation.

Lead for North Carolina is joined by the following founding partners: the North Carolina League of Municipalities, the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners, the North Carolina City/County Management Association, and Lead for America.

Richardson is new Director of Human Resources of school system

John O. Stover III (Shawn) Superintendent, RC Schools

Rockingham County Schools hired Dean Richardson as the district’s new Director of Human Resources. In his new role he will oversee the Human Resources Department and work with both classified and certified staff throughout the county.

Mr. Richardson comes to Rockingham County from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine, where since April 2022, he has served as a Human Resources Consultant.

Prior to that, from 2017 to 2022, Mr. Richardson worked for Alamance-Burlington County Schools as the Director of Talent Management, and served as the assistant to the Executive Director of Human Resources.

From 2012 to 2017, Mr. Richardson served as the Assistant Principal at E.M. Holt Elementary School for one year, and then as the Principal at Alexander Wilson Elementary School for five years. Previously, Mr. Richardson worked for Rockingham County Schools from 2003 to 2012.

He held a number of positions within RCS. In 2003 he began his teaching career at Reidsville Middle School and then

Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life

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EPS Christmas Tour Sunday, December 4

wanted to

that beautiful, big house on the hill just above the Spray traffic circle? Have you ever wondered what that sweet old house with the lovely front porch looks like inside – the one there at the stop light at Hamilton and Early?

for an event venue in a special place, and want to see what they’ve done at The Farm House (formerly 912

How about that old farmhouse on Ashley Loop that has been transformed into such a beautiful home? Or maybe you need some tips on how to downsize when your home is filled with beautiful things, but you need a smaller place to maintain.

tour home participant, Dian Lovell, can show you how it’s done at her new condo in the Oaks.

All of these opportunities await you in the annual Eden Preservation Society Christmas

Tour, set for Sunday, December 4, from 2 until 5. You get to explore and get in the Christmas spirit all at the same time. All of these lovely places will be decorated for the season, each in its own unique style. If you haven’t already liked the Eden Preservation Society Facebook page, go ahead and do so, so you can get updates on all the plans being made for what promises to be the best tour ever!

For more information, you may contact Louise Price, EPS President, at 336-253-9744 or by email at lwprice@embarqmail. com . Tickets for the tour are $10 per person, and are available in advance, or at any of the homes on the day of the tour. Proceeds provide maintenance expenses at Governor Morehead Park, a beautiful space provided to the community by the Eden Preservation Society.

For Your Health...

EDEN DRUG CLASSES OFFERED

All Classes are FREE:

Eden Drug’s Heart Healthy classes held monthly on the 2nd Tues. at 10.am at Senior Center on Orchard Dr., Eden.

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

• "The Sweet Spot" Eden Drug is hosting a Diabetes Education For Everyday Living "The Sweet Spot" class every 3rd Thursday of the month at 3 p.m. At the Eden Drug Education Center, 107 W. Stadium Dr., Eden NC 27288. Call Eden Drug at 336-627-4854 for details.

Support Groups

• MIND OVER MATTER: Stroke & Brain Injury Support Group - For survivors and their caregivers. Join virtually the third Monday of month from 1:303pm. Rachel Pennington 336-347-2328.

• BROKEN CHAINS, Tue. 6pm inside Grace Baptist Ch., 14160 NC 87 N. (Oakland Ave.) Enter Side door.

• THE COBLE CENTER FOR SPECIAL NEEDS YOUTH. 302 S. Henry St., Stoneville. FREE. Students 522 with their parents/guardians. Spend fun time together with others who share challenges. Sat. afternoons from 4pm6:30pm. Movies, Karaoke, music instruments, games galore and a place for adults to relax and talk. Phone 336-2072209 or bertandjudiprice@gmail.com. Facebook the Stoneville Coble Center

SPECIAL NEEDS FRIENDS GROUP Madison, First Baptist Church at 110 Franklin St. for anyone with a disability & their families. Crafts, community info., self-help skills, movies, games, music, parties, field trips. Call Teresa Julianso 336-257-0580 to assure enough supplies, seating, food & drink. 1 pm most afternoons.

• Love & Dementia: Caregiver Support Group - Are you caring for someone with Dementia. Join us in-person or virtual the second Monday of every month from 1:30pm-3pm at the LEAF Center (104 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville). Contact Rachel Pennington 336-347-2328.

• COUNSELLING/ JOB SEARCH

HELP available Wed. by appt. from 10am - 6pm in Life Changes Building at 7586 NC 770, Stoneville. 336-327-8663.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Monday

• Evening Words of Wisdom -6:00 pm. 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 – 6:00 pm St. Thomas Episc. Church, 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville (336) 349-3511

Wednesday

• Sparrow Group - 8:00pm William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St., Reidsville (800) 591-6474

Thursday

Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm

First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474

Friday

• “A Vision for You” Group – 8:00 pm Open Discussion, St. Thomas Epi. Ch.. 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville 349-3511

Saturday

12 Changes Group – 9:00 am

Life Changes Bldg., 7586 NC Hwy 770, Eden (336) 623-8584

• Serenity Group – 11:00 am William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St. –Reidsville (800)591-6474

Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474

Sunday Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church, 318 S. Main St.Reidsville (336) 349-3474

ALANON

Thursday

• Madison-Mayodan Group – 8:00 pm Episcopal Church of the Messiah 114 S. 2nd Ave. – Mayodan Sunday Paths to Recovery – 7:00 pm Reidsville Alliance Church 1300 Freeway Dr. - Reidsville

• ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP

FOR CAREGIVERS - Annie Penn Call for date & times. South Day Room. Reg. not required. 336-951-4674.

Meetings & Classes

• LOVE TO LEARN TO PAINT?

Join us at the Cascade Community Center, Mondays 10am - 1pm. Only $8. You bring your supplies. 434-685-7512 If no answer leave msg.

• RC SHRINE CLUB . Meets last Thursday of Month at 6:30 pm. at 380 Shrine Clube Dr.. Reidsville.Call 336280-5147. Looking for new members!

• NORTHSTAR QUILTER’S GUILD Open to anyone! We talk, laugh, share and eat a little! Thurs’ 10am - 3pm and First Saturday of each month 10am -

3pm. Ag Center, 525 NC 65, Wentworth (beside the old Wentworth School) Call Linda at 336-616-2978 for information.

• STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB At VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. on the third Tuesday of month - 7pm Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005

• INTELLIGENCE RURITAN CLUB Bethany area. 1st Tues. at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall: Comers Chapel Bapt. Church, Bald Hill Loop, Madison. Text 336 686 6013 or email intelligenceruritans@yahoo.com

REIDSVILLE KIWANIS CLUB PROG. Meeting in person, on the second Thursday of the month, at Main St. Methodist Chruch Fellowship Hall using social distancing, mask. Catered lunch. For info: rmullings@triad.rr.com.

THE FAMILY HISTORY CENTER of the Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints. Open 1-4 p.m. Tues. and Wed. 4751 N.C. 14, south of Eden. Consultant on hand. Those with laptops or tablets are asked to bring those since only two computers are available. Free access to various ancestry sites. 10 cents per page for printing. Call 336-623-7154 during operating hours.

• REIDSVILLE CHARTER CHAPTER OF ABWA - Meets third Tuesday monthly at Fursty's Rest. on Freeway Dr.. Reidsville at 6:30 pm.

• RC FEDERATED REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB Third Friday of month. Bring your lunch at 11:30 - meeting begins at noon. Rock. Co. Rep. HQ, 221 Piedmont St., Reidsville. Call Bonnie Joynerat 336-549-1225.

• RC AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 7pm on the third Tuesday of month. 708 Barnes St., Reidsville (Salvation Army Gym.) 434-203-3050

• EDEN EVENING LION’S CLUB Every second and fourth Tuesday of month at Santana’s, Eden at 6:30pm.

• ROCK. CO. DEMOCRATIC PARTY MONTHLY MEETING Third Tuesday of Month 7pm - 8:30pm Room 211, Advanced Tech. Bldg, RCC

For the Youth

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

Military Groups

• ROCK. CO. PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP - Det. of Marine Corps League - All Marines, active/inactive, Navy Corps and Navy Chap. that served with FMF Marine Units and Spouses. Second Thur. of each month. Eat 6pm, meet 7 pm at the Eden Moose Lodge, 626 Forbes St., Eden. Joe Zanetti 336-623-6779

• AMERICAN LEGION POST 534 Post 534 - at 302 N. 12th Av. Mayodan . Rock. Co. Post. The 2nd Sat. at 11 am. Post CDR. David Bray: 336-601-7176

• AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS Second Sat. of month at 9:30 AM at Post Blg, 302 N. 12th Ave., Mayodan.

American Legion, Auxiliary or Sons of AL. Bill Morey 276-340-5091 or billmoreyf1@gmail.com

• THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS OF ROCK. CO.

Second Monday. Chapter 63 -Ag. Bldg. at 525 HWY NC 65, Wentworth, Room 180) Social 6 pm, meeting 7 pm. Transp. for vets VA appts if needed. 349-6040. Need Vol. (336) 394-0080.

• AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 Second Thursday of Month at 7PM at the legion. Curtis Pierce at 336-623-9481

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

• AMVETS - Local group. All Veterans/ service men & women welcome. Willard (Woody) Waters at 336-635-1786 or woodyeee@embarqmail.com

• VFW POST 8297- Second Sat. of month at 961 Church St. Ext., Reidsville, 10am. Bobby Jones 336-349-7733

• VFW POST 7033 -First Tuesday of month at 301 12th Ave., Mayodan, 7 PM. Donald Bien,CDR 336-548-3431.

• SHARE EXPERIENCES...

Third Sat. of month 8am - until.

Freeman Wood Crafters 413 Church St (Near traffic circle). Eden. Park at the Three Rivers Outfitter follow signs.

Call ahead: 336-573-9900. Handicapped access available, No bathrooms and no temperature control.

Community Help

• CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH CARE CLOSET -Free Clothing for the Needy-233 E. Stadium Drive, Eden Each Saturday 9am - 1pm visit: centralchristianeden.com

• ROCKINGHAM HOPE 3692 NC Hwy 14, Reidsville

The Old Red Cross Buiding (336) 623-2133. Bus. Hours: Mon. to Thur., 9 am-4 pm Food Pantry Appt Hours: Tues., Wed., Thur., 9 -11:30 am

• SAMARITAN’S CUPBOARD FOOD PANTRY. Every Sunday 12-3pm Eden 7th Day Adventist Church, 220 E. Meadow Rd., Eden. Free Food to all in need. 336-612-2044.

• GOD’S HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY at 708 A Rockingham Square Madison (off Chief Martin Rd.) Food boxes to those in need. 11am - 1pm.

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 :

• LEAKSVILLE NUTRITION Bridge St. Rec. 400 Bridge St., Eden Contact 336-623-5343

• MAD. - MAYO. NUTRITION Mad. – May. Rec. 300 S Second Ave., Mayodan - 336-445-9840

• REIDSVILLE NUTRITION SITE 201 N. Washington Ave. Reidsville, NC 336-349-9757

• COOPERATIVE CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES

Food Bank- 712 McConnell Ave. Open to Eden residents. In the basement of Leaksville Moravian Church. Please bring ID and proof of address. Open on Thurs. 9:30 am -12 pm. Help available

for Eden residents with their water bills and Duke energy bill. For help call 336623-7214 leave message. ccmeden.org Facebook.com/ CCMFoodPantry

LIFE BLESSINGS HELPING HANDS SOUP KITCHEN - Open every Wed & Sat. From 11:30am - 1pm. Stop by 145 N. Fieldcrest Rd, Eden for a hot meal. To volunteer, call 336-3945892.

Entertainment

• MAYODAN DANCE

Friday from 7pm-9pm, American Legion William Johnson Post 534. 302 N. 12th Ave, Mayodan NC. There is a $5.00 donation at the door. The Mayodan Band /variety of music.

• CASCADE COMMUNITY CENTER DANCE - Every Friday night from 7:00-9:30, located at 3561 Huntington Trail, Cascade, VA 24069. $8.00 donation requested at the door. Check Facebook for band playing - Call (276) 732-5398.

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• WENTWORTH CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK. 126 Peach Rd (beside Town Hall). Kid’s craft stations, Santa, movies and music, food trucks, vendor crafts for sale, children’s book giveaway, Christmas tree lighting and small parade through the park, and free hot dogs and hot chocolate. 5:30pm-8pm.

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From the Desks of Eden City Hall

ADMINISTRATION

DEPARTMENT

Marketing & Communications

A huge thank you to everyone who came out and enjoyed RiverFest! It was one of the best yet! We are already working on our 20-year anniversary for 2023.

Mark your calendars now for Winterfest! Our date is set for Friday, December 2 in Grogan Park from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This is quickly becoming an Eden favorite that includes an outdoor movie, games and inflatables for kids, tree lighting, hot chocolate bar,

s’mores bar, Brunswick stew, characters and more! We can hardly wait!

PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

Recreation Division

• Bridge Street: In September, the Bridge Street Rec. Center had 650 visits by residents. Our seniors continue to have exercise classes as well as pickleball, shuffleboard, tennis games and lessons, and basketball (inside and outside).

We still have school supplies if anyone needs any. Many seniors come to the facility early to fellowship with others and to eat a hot, hearty lunch Monday through Thursday. Meals On Wheels plates are picked up here each day and delivered to those who can’t get to the center. The Morehead High School Girls Tennis team continues to use our tennis courts for practices since their courts are being resurfaced. Our center hours are: Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and on Friday 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

• Mill Avenue: We had 1,884 visits to the Mill Avenue Center by residents who participated in our activities. Those attending walked the track, played pickup basketball, played pickleball or played on the playground. Our morning pickleball begins at 8 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Our cornhole league plays each Monday with almost 30 players participating. Staff continues to clean, sanitize, do floors and make minor repairs to the Recreation Center. Our center hours are: Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and on Friday 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

• Freedom Park: Our Park offers the parents an opportunity to walk while their children are practicing and also allows their younger siblings an opportunity to play on the playground or just run and have fun in the grass. There are more people beginning to utilize the new location of the dog park. The basketball courts continue to be a popular place for our teenagers and young adults. Our bocce court and volleyball courts are there for anyone who would like to play on them. We have noticed more children getting instructions on their swing at the batting cage. The shelters continue to be a popular spot as they were rented out a total of 17 times during the month. The Concert in the Park/Cruise In was held on September 24 with MacDaddy providing the entertainment. The Holmes Middle School Softball team played two home games on Field 3.

• Senior Citizens: We had 1,019 visits during the month of September. In addition to our regular scheduled activities, we offered tech assistance, had

training opportunities, took our seniors to Hamrick’s in Greensboro for shopping, started our bocce league, shuffleboard practice, and a new walking group. Next month we are offering flu shots, taking our seniors to the Farmers Market and Moose Café in Colfax and shopping in Kernersville. We are planning a fun pickleball tournament along with the

Madison Mayodan Recreation Department in the next few months. We have about 10 pickleball players and other sporting event participants and artists representing Rockingham County in the State Senior Games in Raleigh.

transitioned to the Literacy Coach at Reidsville Middle School in 2007. In 2009 he took the position as Curriculum Lead Teacher/ Instructional Coach and worked with Douglass, South End & Moss Street Schools. He then served as the Assistant Principal at J.E. Holmes Middle School from 2010 to 2012.

Mr. Richardson is a third generation public educator and a graduate of Rockingham County Schools at Reidsville High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication with a concentration in Public Relations from UNC-Chapel Hill in 1998, his Master of Education from Elon University in 2008, his School Administration add-on in 2011, and is completing his Doctorate at High Point University in May, 2023 with a research focus on effective HR leadership practices in public K-12 education.

Mr. Richardson and his wife, Amy, have two children: Jeremiah (11) and Virginia (7). Amy also has a career in public education as she currently serves as the Director of K-12 Partnerships for UNC-Chapel Hill’s School of Education and oversees Carolina Community Academy (UNC’s lab school in Person County). They currently live in Burlington.

We are confident that with Mr. Richardson’s years of experience as an educator, administrator and as a director, will make him an invaluable addition to Rockingham County Schools. We look forward to his leadership in the area of Human Resources.

Proclomation to support stronger penalties for injuring law enfourcement signed

Rockingham County Government is a strong supporter of law enforcement officers and their safety. During the October Board of Commissioner meeting, several local and state leaders spoke on behalf of a proclamation in support of strengthening the penalties and punishments for those who injure law enforcement in the line of duty. This proclamation was taken to the State Legislators in Raleigh by both a local and now State Representative.

The Rockingham County Board of Commissioners adopted this Law Enforcement proclamation that recognizes the hard work these public servants do everyday to protect their community at the local, state and national level. This proclamation also acknowledges the deliberate and targeted attacks on law enforcement officers seen around the country.

“Our law enforcement officers work day in and day out to keep our children, our elderly, our families and our guests safe,” County Manager Lance Metzler stated. “It’s important that we recognize their efforts and make sure they are protected like they protect us.”

In this proclamation, the Board of Commissioners support the increase of the lawful, maximum civil and/or criminal penalties imposed on those individuals that attack and /or harm our law enforcement officers.

County District Attorney Jason Ramey and Sheriff Sam Page were the two local leaders to speak on behalf of this proclamation; NC House Representative Reece Pyrtle and Lt. Governor Mark Robinson spoke as state leaders.

“Everyone thinks stopping law enforcement crime starts in the streets. It does not. It starts right here in rooms like this,” Lt. Governor Robinson said. “The men and woman who hire these officers need to be the ones who stand up for them. They are on depending you... like we are depending on them.”

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted this proclamation following a reading of the document.

Representative Pyrtle carried this adopted and signed proclamation to the State Legislature in hopes to set a standard in how local government protect law enforcement officers.

Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life

• Youth Athletics: Our Prowler Football team hosted their first home game at Morehead High School on September 24. Our cheerleaders did an outstanding job cheering for our home team. All of our players, cheerleaders and coaches have worked hard this year.

PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Inspections Division

• The Purina project is rapidly progressing with new areas being occupied by employees.

• The Spray Cotton Mill project is still in the demolition phase and moving along steadily.

• The Strata Solar Farm project is nearing completion. It is expected to be finished soon.

• The permit for the new Dollar General is ready to be issued with construction scheduled to begin by the end of October. It will be located at 5051 NC Hwy 14, corner of Town Creek Rd. and NC Hwy 14).

Community & Economic Development Division

COVID-Draper: The Rehab Specialist with the Piedmont Triad Regional Council completed the inspections on the first four houses that will be rehabbed. We are still working with two homeowners to verify their income in order to proceed. We have also requested the City Attorney to provide a title search for these two properties.

• COVID-Fire Station 2: Bids were received for the renovation of Eden Fire Station No. 2.

Planning Division Boards & Commissions Update: The Historic Preservation Commission met and discussed various related topics, including the Norman Woodlief mural designation project update.

The Community Appearance Commission met to finalize location specifications for the Welcome to Draper sign.

The Eden Downtown Development Inc. (EDDI) nominated several well deserving individuals, ultimately voting

Explore Eden

Ducktape’s BBQ recently opened in the heart of Eden at 247 W. Kings Highway. They are a family run BBQ restaurant with low and slow wood smoked pulled pork and brisket, along with southern sides made daily, and are excited to welcome you and your family. Stop by and pay them a visit!

• Dyer’s Plumbing was recognized at October’s City Council meeting for celebrating 95 years in business in the City of Eden!

is now being run by the third generation, John Hubbard, the grandson of John Dyer. John expressed his immense gratitude for the residents of the City of Eden and the community’s support, and is looking forward to the next 95 years! You can stop

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• The Eden Chamber of Commerce will be having the Grand Opening of their newly renovated space on Tuesday, November 15th at 9:00am, and everyone is invited!

The Chamber board and staff have worked tirelessly to renovate and refresh the Chamber’s office to provide a modern and up-to-date space not only for their staff, but the Chamber Members as well, as they are their number one priority and deserve a fresh space to use at their discretion. The Eden Chamber of Commerce is located at 678 S. Van Buren Road, Eden, NC.

Janis Hopkins-Wade, of the Twisted Biscuit, as Eden’s North Carolina Main Street Champion. With the assistance of City staff, the EDDI board members also nominated and submitted the special events of RiverFest and Oink & Ale for the category of Best Downtown Special Event or Event Series for the North Carolina Main Street Awards.

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Tait radios have been ordered consistent with the capital plan ($292,722) to replace all existing 800mhz radios with the TDMA compliant 800mhz radios. These radios should arrive late in November-early December. We should have the portable units fielded within two weeks of delivery. The mobile units should be installed by midJanuary.

Three FORD F-150 Police Responders have been ordered. There is a tentative build window of November 2022 thru February 2023.

Southern Cuts & Nails

Eden Parks & Rec Sports taking off!

A Free Basketball Camp will be held on Saturday, November 5th from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the Mill Avenue Recreation Center located at 1718 Mill Avenue for any and all players in the community aged 5 thru 14. REGISTER NOW!

The Eden Parks & Recreation Prowlers will begin Basketball Practices the week of Monday, November 7th. We will accept both boys and girls aged 5 thru 14. There will be a program fee of $25 unless participants meet our set requirements.

Anyone interested in officiating basketball or volleyball please call 336-623-2110 Ext. 3026 or 336-280-5677. All applicants must pass a background check as well as a drug test.

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Be thankful for all you have been blesssed with.

By Elvin Perkins, Jr.

John Preston was born in Virginia, November 28, 1794, according to the Preston family Bible which is still in the family of descendants. He was likely the son of James Preston and Judith Sampson who married in Halifax County, Virginia on November 24, 1793. “Judy” was the daughter of William and Jinny Sampson. James Preston died before June 1800 and his widow was appointed the administratrix of his estate.

John moved to North Carolina before July 1818 and settled on North Beaver Island Creek in eastern Stokes County where he purchased one hundred acres of land from Richard Vernon on July 18, 1818. A witness to the deed was William Preston, who was probably the younger brother of John and born in about 1798. The land John purchased is on Kellam Road in northeastern Stokes County. In 1833 and 1850 he made other land purchases totaling one hundred and fifty-two acres from William R. Phillips and Baxter H. Heath.

In 1823 John returned to Halifax County, Virginia for his bride, Clarkey T. Gill and they were married on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1823. Clarkey’s family also came from Virginia. The married couple along with several Gill family members loaded their wagons or carts and made the journey to Stokes County.

According to research by descendant Butch Johnson, the Gills were an old Virginia family, long established in Henrico and later Chesterfield Counties. John Gill, the father of Clarkey and her uncle Daniel Gill, were in Halifax County as early as 1778.

John Gill is listed in the tax records of Halifax County in 1782 owning 3 horses and ten cattle. John Gill and his wife Nancy had eight children: Elizabeth the oldest married William King in 1799, Peter Gill married Cealy Organ in 1805, Susannah Gill married John Hagood Jr. in 1804, Frances Gill possibly married Elijah Bomar in 1829, Sarah Gill married John Connor in 1826 in Stokes County, there was another son William, and the youngest child appears to have been Clarkey. John Gill died in Halifax County before February 1801 and his widow was appointed administratrix of the estate.

John and Clarkey farmed and raised five children, all born in Stokes County.

The eldest Child Permelia B. Preston, called “Schann” or “Chan” (1825-1912) married Jeremiah Dodson on February 8, 1842. According to the 1910 census they were the parents of nine children, however only seven children have been accounted for, the other two likely dying as infants. The known children were Hannah,

Nancy, William, Permelia, Eliza, Pleasant, and Susannah.

Jeremiah Dodson enlisted in the Confederate Army at the age of 30, September 11, 1863. He was a member of Company E, 14th Regiment, N.C. Troops. On May 24, 1864, while constructing breastworks near Hanover Junction, Virginia, Jeremiah was wounded in the shoulder and died from his wounds and pneumonia on June 11, 1864.

Permelia lived her last few years with two of her daughters in the Sandy Ridge community.

The second child was James W. Preston (1827-died circa 1884) who never married. James farmed and taught school, did blacksmithing, operated a store, and played the dulcimer. There is an old iron made by James that is still in the family. Deeds recorded in Stokes County indicate that James bought large amounts of property in the Stokes County area that became Prestonville named for him.

When a post office was established at Prestonville, James was appointed its first Postmaster on July 28, 1874. After James death he was succeeded as Postmaster by John F. Duncan, February 15, 1884.

Although no exact death date has been found for James, a funeral service was conducted for him at Buffalo on November 16, 1884, by Elder Robert Hill.

The third child, John W. Preston was born March 18, 1830. The census records him living with his parents and his occupation was listed as a farmer. I have found no further mention of John after the 1860 census and he is not mentioned in his father’s will written in 1866. Evidence suggests he was deceased by 1866.

The fourth child, Mary Clarkey Ann Polly Preston (1833-1914) was called “Polly” or “Finney.” She is buried in the Preston family cemetery. She married Josephus S. Richardson, October 9, 1852. They had four children, Junius, Luther, Frances (married Fount Jackson), and Louisa.

Josephus (ca. 1829-1863; name also found as Joseph) was the child of John W. Richardson

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and wife Ruthy Gann. Josephus enlisted in the Confederate Army, August 8, 1862, at the age of 33. He was a member of Company M, the “Guilford Dixie Boys” of the 21st Reg., N.C. Troops. On the morning of December 13, 1862, he was wounded at Fredericksburg, Virginia, likely at St. Mary’s Heights and later died from his wounds at a hospital in Scottsville, Virginia on January 9, 1863. Joe is buried in a small cemetery in Scottsville along with other soldiers who died in the hospital.

I have been to the cemetery on several occasions including a special service in about 2003 when a marker was dedicated to the those who died there. Thirteen members of my family attended the service. No other family descendants were found for the other soldiers who lay at rest. Also attending that day was the daughter of a soldier who served in the War Between the States. I recall that her age was in the late nineties.

The fifth and final child was Joy Mars Gilmer Monroe

Preston (1838-1862), who was called “Mars.” He never married and enlisted in the Confederate Army, in Company M, 21st Regiment, N.C. Troops on August 8, 1862. This was the same company in which his brother-in-law Josephus Richardson served. Mars served only 53 days. He contracted “rubeola” and died at a hospital in Gordonsville, Virginia, September 29, 1862.

An entry in the family Bible records that John Preston died November 13, 1873, and a funeral service was held for him at the homeplace on February 1, 1874, over two months after his death. The service was conducted by Elder Robert W. Hill who remarked in his diary, “the day was cold.”

John Preston recorded a will that was filed In the Stokes County Courthouse. The will was dated May 2, 1866, and was probated August 31, 1874, several months after John’s death. The will names his wife Clarkey, three children and ten grandchildren. To his wife went all the real and personal property which was to belong to her during her lifetime. At her death the one-

hundred-acre homeplace was to go to the only surviving son James W. Preston; two tracts were to go to daughter Clarkey A. P. Richardson; and a tract also went to daughter Permelia B. Dodson.

It is not known when Clarkey Gill Preston died but she was still living at the time of the 1880 census. She and John are buried in the Preston family cemetery on Kellam Road along with several other family members. Their graves were marked only with rocks.

Research credits: Preston descendants William “Butch” Johnson and Elvin Perkins Jr. Visit the Linda Vernon Genealogy Room, MadisonMayodan Library, 611 Burton St., Madison, NC and the Genealogy Room of the Danbury Library, Stokes Co., NC. For more information on learning to research contact your local library, historical society or the Genealogical Society of Rockingham & Stokes Counties, NC, P.O. Box 152, Mayodan, NC 27027-0152; Elvin Perkins, Jr., GSRS member; Email: Eperkins2@aol.com

Rockingham County Weather is here to help the citizens of the county be aware and ready for when severe weather strikes with both National weather service t00 miles away we can pull the weather here in the middle and help you be aware of any threat of severe weather. You can follow us on facebook (@rockinghamcountyweather) or by email:rockinghamcweather@gmail.com

VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY

The City of Eden Solid Waste Division will be closed Friday, November 11th, 2022 in observance of the Veterans Day Holiday

SOLID WASTE & REFUSE

Recycling/Collection Date

Recycling Center

Monday11-07-22 Normal Collection Open Tuesday11-08-22 Normal Schedule Open Wednesday 11-09-22 Friday’s Collection Open Thursday 11-10-22 Normal Schedule Open Friday 11-11-22 No Schedule Closed

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

**ANY AFTER HOURS CALLS FOR WATER OR SEWER EMERGENCY ISSUES, OR TREES DOWN ACROSS ROAD OR OPEN HOLES IN ROAD SHOULD BE MADE TO THE EMERGENCY ANSWERING SERVICE AT 336-415-4444!

Bible Studies

By Jacob Harris

Bitter Sweet

“Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet” ~ Aristotle

I love this quote because it is permeated with deep, experienced wisdom. Unfortunately, it

was spoken by the same guy that wrote:

“It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.”

It is easy to entertain the thought of patience, but in this regard, it would be better to accept it. Patience is a Godly virtue. We are to be patient with others, patience with self, and

maintain patience as we wait on the Lord (Ecclesiastes 7:8-9; Romans 8:25; Ephesians 4:2).

Patience is learned. It is not inherited like land or wealth, although those who learn it, have wealth indeed. This is that prosperous fruit that the ancient thinker recalls.

Therefore, as you recall this wisdom. Remember, young fruit is bitter. Apples do not start out delectable. They are tried by weather and nourished by the Sun.

Our patience will also be tried and nourished by the Son, Jesus Christ. It may appear bitter, but know this. God will work it to the good and make it sweet (Romans 8:28).

New Deer Regulations

Reminded of New CWD Regulations as Deer Season Nears

first two positive cases of Chronic Wasting Disease in North Carolina’s deer herd were detected in Yadkin County earlier this year. As a result, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission established Primary and Secondary CWD Surveillance Areas and special regulations in the northwest corner of the state. Alleghany, Davie, Forsyth, Iredell, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes and Yadkin counties fall entirely or partially within the Surveillance Areas.

“With the detection of CWD in the Yadkin Valley, it’s never been more important for us to all work together as conservationists and address this disease,” said Moriah Boggess, deer biologist for the Wildlife Commission. “We are asking hunters to join us in the CWD fight by following new regulations on deer carcass transport, mandatory deer testing, use of deer attractants /scents, wildlife feeding and fawn rehabilitation in the Surveillance Areas.”

The biggest message to hunters who successfully harvest a deer in the Surveillance Areas is, Don’t Give CWD a Ride. The disease is highly transmissible and spreads by the infected saliva, urine and feces of live deer. It can also be spread unintentionally when people take dead deer or carcass parts to new areas. Transporting deer carcasses out of either Surveillance Area is strictly prohibited, with few exceptions. A detailed map of the carcass transportation regulations is available at ncwildlife.org /CWD.

Proper disposal of deer carcasses is also essential. Since deer in the early stages of CWD infection may appear healthy, it is imperative to take precautions when disposing of all deer carcasses. Responsible disposal methods include:

• Bury the deer remains where you harvest the animal when possible.

• Double bag deer remains for disposal at the closest landfill.

• Leave the deer remains on the ground where the animal was harvested.

In the Primary Surveillance Area mandatory testing dates are Nov. 5 – Jan. 2, 2023, and in the Secondary Surveillance Area Nov. 5 – 27. There are numerous drop-off locations where hunters can submit their deer for testing across both Surveillance Areas. Drop-off locations are searchable via an interactive map on the agency’s CWD testing webpage.

More details on the Surveillance Area boundaries and regulations are outlined on the agency’s CWD webpage, a resource Boggess suggests hunters bookmark so they can frequently refer back to the information.

“It’s crucial that hunters maintain an active role in surveillance efforts by submitting samples for testing. Last year a record number of samples were tested statewide, which wouldn’t have happened without the assistance of hunters and cooperators,” said Boggess. “We are grateful for their help in this cooperative effort.”

Deer season dates and hunting regulations are available at ncwildlife.org.

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been in honor of local attorney and banker Hugh R. Scott. The problem with confirming the origins of some names is that the name itself can be somewhat common. Or maybe, the name of the street is based on who lived there at the time.

The Penn family is synonymous with the City of Reidsville. The historic Penn House was home to Charles and Stella Penn. Annie Penn Hospital is named for Penn’s mother. Should we assume that the names of Penn Alley, Pennrington Circle or Pennrose Drive are associated with those Penns?

Over the years some City street names have changed, but the City has a policy to check the history of the name before renaming any streets. During my tenure with the City, I remember two significant street name changes involving prominent local pastors. Duke Street became Marcellus Street in 2004, named after the City’s first African-American Council member, Rev. Cecil Marcellus. He was the long-time pastor of St. Paul United Methodist Church and was instrumental in getting the housing complex on Duke Street built. When the City was asked in 2004 to rename Prince Street for Jerusalem United Holy Church’s long-time pastor,

Bishop Elijah Williams, it was discovered that Prince Street may very well have been named for Mr. “Prince” Johnson in September of 1909, according to his family. Therefore, a compromise was reached, and Prince Street was changed to PrinceWilliams Street.

And some streets don’t seem to be associated with any leader of the City. It may be more of a case of the role the street played in Reidsville’s history. Main Street may have been named that because it was a main residential section of the City. Market Street could have been so named because it was a busy commercial area at the time.

But questions remain about some of these streets. Where did the name Gilmer come from? Was Morehead named for John Motley Morehead, who is associated more with Eden rather than Reidsville although his tobacco interests may have been a part of this area?

It is all very fascinating, and when you start looking into genealogy and history, you can often find yourself “going down a rabbit hole”. You can spend hours researching but never find the answers that you seek. If you have first-hand knowledge about who some of Reidsville’s prominent streets are named for, I’d love to hear it. Just shoot me an email at astadler@reidsvillenc .gov.

Holiday backdrops galore in Reidsville

If you are looking for a place to take those holiday photos, then you need to visit Downtown Reidsville! The City has created beautiful backdrops for fall photo shoots, and they are free to use!

According to Judy Yarbrough, City Marketer, “Last year at Christmas, City Manager Summer Woodard had a fantastic vision for decorating downtown and creating these great photo opportunities.

People came from all over to have their family photos done. It was a Team Reidsville project that included an old tractor, camper, huge postcard and so much more. Well, this year for fall, the Team has done the same thing!

The theme for fall was “The Great Pumpkin” and guess what... we have one!”

Beechwood Metal Works was able to create a huge seven-foot pumpkin. It was simply amazing! We have scenes at Market Square and Mural Park.

Just wait to see what we have in mind for the Christmas season!

Downtown Reidsville on Scales Street is going through a complete streetscape transformation. Sidewalks are being

redone, Mural Park was completely over hauled. There are new streetlights going in, bump outs with new trees and new brickwork street crossings.

In other news around Reidsville:

Sky’s the Limit All-Inclusive Park

Come join us at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2, for the groundbreaking of the Sky’s The Limit All-Inclusive Park. City officials will gather at the greenspace behind Reidsville City Hall for the event. Rockingham County’s first all-inclusive park has been made possible due to the generous donations of the Reidsville Rotary Club and Reidsville Kiwanis Club as well as a grant from the Reidsville Area Foundation.

Reidsville Rec Winter Basketball. Team drafts for Reidsville Rec Winter Basketball, ages 7-9, boys & girls, will be held on November 5th from 9-11 a.m. at the Rec Center. These indoor games begin after Thanksgiving and are played on Saturdays at 1 p.m. For more info, call 336349-1090 or go to www.activenet.active.com/reidsvillerec to see if registration is still available.

Contact Football for Ages 7-9. The second phase of contact football begins in November but more details were unavailable prior to this column’s deadline. Please check with Parks & Rec at 336-349-1090 for more info.

Just Have Too Much STUFF?

Put it to a Godly Use by Donating Your Gently Used Clothing & Furniture Items to Salvation Army Family Stores!

EDEN : 346 Kings Hwy. (627-8153)

REIDSVILLE: 533 S. Scales St. (349-1814) Hours: 10AM – 5PM

To Donate Vehicle call 1-877-503-4483

Donations tax deductible. All Donations Benefit Our Community Helping Those In Need.

Shop like you’re on a mission...at your local Salvation Army Store!

The projects are slated to be completed by March of 2023. Once done, Downtown will have a whole new look. This project certainly shows the commitment of City Council to improve our downtown. Market Street was redone a few years ago, and this project was part of the master plan for our downtown.

For more information, visit riseupreidsville.com or download the Roam Reidsville App for all upcoming events and happenings in Reidsville!

that they will never get credit again. That is not true. In fact, bankruptcy can often help you keep property that you are otherwise at risk of losing and can help you get a fresh start and begin the process of improving your credit score.

I offer FREE consultations in a relaxed, friendly, and confidential environment. I sit down with potential clients at these meetings to discuss their financial situation and offer advice as to what options they may have under the US Bankruptcy Code. I also give them the opportunity to ask any questions they have about the bankruptcy process and the impact it will have on their family. If you are curious about how bankruptcy can help you, please call me and schedule a free consultation.

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Williamsburg Elementary recognized for dedication

Williamsburg Elementary School in Rockingham County Schools was Recognized for Dedication to Student, Staff, and Family Health in a Challenging School Year. Schools were nationally recognized for implementing best practices in nine health categories.

Williamsburg Elementary was chosen from across the country as being among the 406

schools nationwide to be named as America’s Healthiest Schools for the 2021-2022 school year.

The recognition, awarded by Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a leading children’s health organization, celebrates schools’ dedication to supporting the health and well-being of students, staff, and families.

This year, schools were recognized in nine categories,

For the past 18 months, it has been a long but successful road running as a candidate for Sheriff of Rockingham County. I could not have done this journey without having a good campaign team, who worked hard and diligently to help keep me focused and give me the strength to push forward to do the will of the people.

As I went throughout Rockingham County, I want everyone to know that I gave you a listening ear. I listened to the concerns you shared about the future of Rockingham County. I thank those who invited me into their homes, churches, and their communities to allow me to discuss key issues that are pressing issues to our County, such as our juvenile recidivism rate (we are losing our juveniles), unity in our community, and the opioid and heroin epidemic. If you feel the way I feel, then you'll be able to say enough is enough with the old leadership and it's time for new leadership with fresh ideas.

I will be the next Sheriff for all people and where no crime goes unpunished. I will further guarantee equal justice and equality for all citizens and visitors of Rockingham County. All will be protected and respected no matter what they're protected status might be.

Election day is on Tuesday, November the 8th, I ask all registered voters to vote based on facts and vision. Not just your political affiliation. Together we can and together we will make a positive change.

Electing me as your next Sheriff, will give Rockingham County a God fearing man who will work hard with you and work hard for you. Under my leadership, I will work to earn the respect of the citizens. I truly believe we cannot and will not have a community without unity.

In closing, I'm very proud to know that I live in a Country, State, and County where diversity can be embraced. When I am elected as Rockingham County's next Sheriff, it will be an honor to serve the fine people of this County. Thank you.

including: Strengthening SocialEmotional Health & Learning, presented in collaboration with Harmony SEL at National University and Kaiser Permanente, Cultivating Staff WellBeing, presented in collaboration with Harmony SEL at National University and Kaiser Permanente, increasing Family & Community Engagement, presented in collaboration with

Kohl’s.

Williamsburg prioritized healthy policies and practices despite numerous challenges resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. They have continued to sustain and promote good health by:

• Hosting a Boosterthon Fun Run fundraiser in September 2021 to raise additional monies to support our school and physical education program

• Organizing and hosting our first annual Color Splash Fun Run in collaboration with our Title I Health and Wellness Night Event in April 2022. • Organizing staff wellness challenges throughout the year to promote active and healthy lifestyles.

Williamsburg’s Physical Education Teacher, Mr. Jason Davis stated, “Being recognized as one of America's Wealthiest Schools is a big accomplishment for our school.”

The staff is highly committed to the health of our students, staff, and community they serve every day.

Williamsburg’s Principal, Dr. Leslie Coleman-Cassell stated, “We are truly honored to be receiving a national recognition for our dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of our students, staff, and community.”

Despite the uncertainty and challenges of the last several years, their dedication and resolve have remained unwavering in our efforts to support the health and wellness of all stakeholders. Leslie continued, “Through our collective efforts and guidance, we will continue in our steadfastness to foster an environment where all members of the school community can grow and become the best versions of themselves.”

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Davis continued, “Here at Williamsburg we are committed to promoting active lifestyles to our students, staff and community. My goal as the Physical Education Teacher is to teach students how to have fun with health and wellness and to incorporate it into their everyday routines. Involving the staff and community is also important as it provides our students with good examples for healthy lifestyles and allows for growth in relationships with time spent together outside of the classroom.”

“As we enter what is predicted to be another challenging school year, we commend the awardees for their resourcefulness and dedication to addressing the acute health and wellbeing needs off students, staff, and families,” said Kathy Higgins, chief executive officer at Healthier Generation. “This cohort of schools exemplifies the fortitude required to serve current and future generations with empathy and care.”

To learn more and help make a difference, visit HealthierGeneration.org and join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Burns addresses Kiwanis club

Stacy Burns, Director of the Betsy Jeff Penn 4-H Center, spoke to the Reidsville Kiwanis Club about the facilities at the center and the many camping activities and programs that are offered there for both children and adults.

Some 850 children, in grades 2 through 8, attended camps this summer. The camping experience is open to public, private and charter school students. Campers in grades 2 through 6 are involved in the Outdoor Environmental Science programs, grades 6 through 8 in the Orient Project which uses GPS based science explorations; partially funded through a grant from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund. Grades 5 through 8 may also take part in the Life Skill Development program using

ground initiatives, team challenge course activities and high ropes elements. Professional instructors provide all leadership throughout the day, from class instruction to meal-time details, evening programs and camp orientation.

Burns said, "the orient project engages older students like no other environmental science program". Camp begins on Sunday and ends on Friday. Cost is $625 per camper for the week. There are some scholarships available. Betsy Jeff Penn 4-H Center is located off Cedar Lane in Reidsville. The website is bjpenn4h.org or call 336-3499445. The Kiwanis Club meets each Thursday, 12 noon at Main St. Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Visitors are welcome.

Stacy Burns with Kiwanis member Texie Needham

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Historical Madison, North Carolina Landmark

Unexplained Happenings

Draw Nationally Known Paranormal Investigators

Built in 1908, one of Madison’s most well-known historical buildings is once again the talk of the town, and soonto-be world. Currently occupied by Madison Dry Goods and Country Store, this building has been home to a variety of businesses including a hotel, funeral home, and hardware store. For the last 27 years, the building has served as a retail and country store, and most recently, a museum.

Richard and Kathy Miller officially purchased 104 West Murphy Street, Madison, NC in 1998. While they were aware of the building’s historical uses, they were not prepared for the

most talked about funeral preparations in the history of the funeral home.

While the Millers have been contacted numerous times over the years by paranormal experts, one of the most recent inquiries was a bit different. A production team, equipped with Ed and Lorraine Warren’s theory that it takes 28 days to pierce the veil

between the human and spirit worlds, approached the Millers with an idea for a new paranormal experiment.

From August 12 through September 15, 2021, the Millers closed the store for the experiment to be conducted. They were not allowed access to the store and were not told the outcome of the findings...until now.

The world found out with what was discovered during those 28 days with the premiere of the new Netflix series, 28 Days Haunted, which aired October 21, 2022. Watch and experience the building’s aura for yourself, Monday through Friday, 10 am until 6 pm at 104 West Murphy Street, Madison.

For more information please contact Tara Martin at tmartin@ co.rockingham.nc.us or Lindsay Pegg at lpegg@co.rockingham. nc.us.

M&M Recr.

Youth Basketball ends Nov 26th. Age Divisions - 5-6 CoEd, Pee-Wee 7-8, Pee Wee Girls 7-9, Youth girls 10-14, Mite League boys 8-10, Little League Boys 11-13, Senior League boys 14- High School. Evaluations: 5-6 CoEd - 11/28 at 6pm, 7-8 boys - 11/28 at 7pm. 7-9 Girls - 11/29 at 6pm, 10-14 girls - 11/29 7pm. 9-10 Boys - 11/30 at 6pm, 11-13 boys - 11/30 7pm. Practice starts week of Dec. 6th. Game days - 5-6 CoEd - Mon.. 7-8 Boys - Tue., 7-9 Girls, Tues. 10-14 Girls, Thurs., 9-10 Boys - Sat., 11-13 Boys - Sat.. 14-High School Boys - Mon/Tues/Thurs. Resident $30.00. Non-Res. $45.00. Uniform $20.00

• Senior Basketball ends registration on Nov 23rd. Practice starts Dec. 5th, Games start Jan 2nd. Bring your own squad - must have a min. Of 7 players. Games are Mon, Tue, or Thurs., Registration FeeResident - $30.00, NonResident $45.00, Uniform Fee $20.

• Little Dribblers Basketball for ages 3-4. Meets on Tues. & Thurs. from 5-5:45pm.

Registration ends Nov 23rd. Starts 12/6/22. Cost: $30.00 (Resident) $45 non resident.

• Winter Break Camp. Registration opens Nov. 15th. $100 per child, $90 ea. additional child. Camp includes actives, indoor and outdoor actives, games, crafts, field trips and more. For ages K5th. Limited openings.

• Dewey’s Bakery is open! The holiday Store Hours: Mon - Fri. 9am-8pm, Sat. 9am12pm, Closed Sunday.

• November 17th

Join us for a Thanksgiving meal from 6pm-8pm. Located at 300 S. 2nd Ave, Mayodan. Free to all Developmentally Disable Adults and volunteers.

• December 28th

Hosted by the M&M Rec, join them for a Christmas get together from 6pm-8pm. Located at 300 S. 2nd Ave, Mayodan. Program is free to all Developmentally Disable Adults and volunteers. For more info, contact M&M Rec at 336-548-2789

stories of unexplainable activity that would garner the attention of national paranormal investigators. Over the years, there have been numerous stories of sightings of a little girl wearing a white dress, displacement of pictures and objects, and an eerie feeling you are not alone. It is speculated that these sightings and unexplained activities are directly connected to the T.B. Knight Funeral Home which operated alongside Penn Hardware at this location starting in the 1920s.

The second floor of the building was used to prepare bodies prior to funeral services, and more specifically the eight bodies of the Lawson family after the 1929 Christmas Day tragedy. T.B. Knight Funeral home was selected due to its larger size and elevator access. This undertaking was one of the

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Public Library:

Events at Madison-Mayodan

Public Library: November (Open to the Public)

• Monthly Genealogy Soirée 2022: 2 pm – 4 pm

Tuesday, November 8th: “Using Funeral Homes and Cemeteries for Genealogy Research & Bastardy Bonds, Where to Find Them”

Handouts available. More information call: 336-548-6553/email: sbrimjones@co.rockingham.nc.us

• Computer Classes – The Madison-Mayodan Public Library will be resuming computer classes in January 2023, on Wednesday Mornings 9 am –10:30.

Look for updates on our website, Facebook, Flyers and for more information contact Miss Morgan: 336-548-6553

• Children’s Programing –Programs Every Wednesday: ➢ Preschool Storytime: 10:30 am: Theme: Holidays!!!

➢ Toddler Story Time: 11:15 am – 11:30 am

➢ “School Age Story Time!”Wednesday, November 9th: 4 pm - 5 pm For ages 5+ Teens are encouraged to help and earn volunteer hours

➢ Lego Club – Wednesday, November 16th: 4 pm – 5 pm

Open to all who can safely play with small-sized Lego bricks. “Come Build with Us”

➢ EcoExplore “MAMMALS” Wednesday, November 30th: 4 pm, Greensboro Science Center will present a program on Mammalogy, the study of mammals, with crafts and activities. For ages 5 and up.

Look for updates on our Website, Facebook and Library Flyers or contact Miss Rachel: rholden@co.rockingham.nc.us

• Nary a Thing Chapter of “The Andy Griffith Show” Rerun Watchers Club @ the Library – Tuesday, November 22nd

➢ “The Keeper of the Flame & A Medal for Opie”

➢ Episode Trivia, Prizes & Light snacks provided Come join our Club and have some “Goooooooood fun!” Call for more information: 336-5486553

➢ To be held in the McMichael Community Room

• Early Voting Continues until Saturday November 5th and the 2022 General Election will be held Tuesday, November 8th ➢ To be held in the McMichael Community Room Call for further information: 336-548-6553

• “Holidays!!!”

All Events are Free and open to the public unless otherwise listed. Madison Mayodan Senior Center, 300 S 2nd Ave., Mayodan (336) 548-2789.

1st, 2nd, 4th Mon.:

8:30am-11:00am - Pickleball

9am - Interval Training

10:15 GF Strength

11:30 - Line Dancing

12:30pm - Hand & Foot

3rd Mon.:

8:30am-11am - Pickleball

12:30pm - Hand and foot

1st, 2nd, 4th Tuesday:

8:30am-11am - Pickleball

9am - Cardio Step

9:45am - Stability Ball

10:30 am - Low Impact Fitness

3rd Wed.:

8:30am-11 - Pickleball

12:30 - Hand & Foot

1st, 2nd, 4th Wed.:

8:30am-11:00am Pickleball

9:00am - Interval Traning

1:15am - GF Strength

11:30am - Line Dancing

1st, 2nd, 4th Thurs.:

8:30am-11:00am - Pickleball

9am - cardio Step

9:45am - Stability Ball

10:30am Low Impact Fitness

12:30pm - Rook

3rd Thurs.:

8:30am-11am - Pickleball

12:30pm - Rook

1st Friday 9am - Breakfast

10am - Bingo

• “Coloring and Puzzles” with Tonya @ the Library – Monday, November 14th: 1 pm – 3 pm Limited Space Available…Call to Sign-up: 336-548-6553

➢ Materials to be provided ➢ To be held in the McMichael Community Room

• Fantasy Fun Movies! –Thursday, November 17th: 3:30pm - Close

➢ See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Snacks & Beverages Provided ➢ To be shown in the McMichael Community Room

• Historical Stories Movie Time! – Monday, November 21st: 2:30 pm - Closing

➢ See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Snacks & Beverages Provided. Shown in the McMichael Com. Room

“Thanksgiving!!!” & “Food!!!” Come in and view our Displays, pick up some handouts. Browse our Collection….

• Veteran’s Day – Library CLOSED: Friday, Nov. 11th and Saturday, Nov.12th

• Thanksgiving Holiday –Library CLOSED: Thursday, November 24th - Saturday, November 26th

• Adult Summer Reading Program

Western Friends of the Library Present “Beat the Backlist” Reading Contest Winners: 1st Place – Christina Foley $25/Gift Basket; 2nd Place - Shelby Wilder $15/Gift Basket; 3rd Place – Ramona Price $10/Gift Basket

Nouveau Beginnings Boutique set to close at year’s end

At the end of October, Help, Incorporated: Center Against Violence announced that Nouveau Beginnings Boutique, a resale shop that served as an ongoing fundraiser for close to twenty years, is closing December 31, 2022.

Located on Murphy Street in downtown Madison, the store has raised over $700,000.00 during its course of operation to help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, and elder maltreatment in Rockingham County. “The Board and staff are sad to see this resale shop close, but shifting retail trends--especially increased online purchasing-along with several other factors, have forced us to adjust the agency’s financial priorities to better align with the mission,” said MaryJane Webb, the Chairperson of the Board of Directors. “Programs and related intervention services must remain our focus, and the survivors, our priority.”

Nouveau Beginnings Boutique will honor their loyal Value Card customers with a special hour of discounted shopping from November 15th through November 19th. From 9 am until 10 am, our VIP Value Card customers will be pampered with refreshments, increased shopping assistance,

alongside the discounts. Other surprises are planned for both Value Card customers, and the entire shopping community in time for the holidays.

“As an Outreach Center for Western Rockingham County, Nouveau Beginnings served as a safe place where clients could get information, access agency services and shop at no charge,” said Executive Director Angie Boles. “Some of the inventory from the store will be transferred to the SquareOne facility, where a space is being created to provide for survivors needs.”

Located at 317 Cherokee Camp Road in Wentworth, SquareOne is the hub for survivor services, including emergency shelter. “The Board and staff want to make sure donors, shoppers, and community supporters are assured that contributions entrusted to Help, Inc. will go to those who are in need, as intended.”

For upcoming Nouveau Beginnings information, please follow us on social media. For general information, please call 336-548-5004.

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By Therese Francin

The weather is getting cooler, and especially crisp after dark. In comes November, and brings us closer to the Christmas holiday. November is a busy month.

On November 11th we honor our local veterans. We remember their service to our country and remember those that served in the past and also more recently.

November 26th is Shop Small Business Saturday in Madison from 10 to 6. Also on Nov. 26th is another opportunity to view the Stars and Planets at Mayo River State Park from 5:45 to 7:15 p.m. Hopefully the night sky will be clear and offer a scenic and magical view of the stars and some planets that evening.

On Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm there will be a ‘Sip and Shop’ event at

Gioia dell 'Amore Cellars at Autumn Creek Vineyards. Autumn Creek Vineyards will also host wreath, garland and swag classes for $35 to $45, depending on the class.

Interestingly, Thanksgiving has both a patriotic history and spiritual roots that go back to the Old Testament. In the U.S., Thanksgiving is historically a day to praise and thank God for blessings, and ask Him to heal the nation’s wounds.

Thanksgiving became a national holiday in 1863. During the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln said that Thanksgiving was an annual national holiday celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year.

It remains the busiest day for vehicular traffic, when family members gather with one another, near and far. This year

it is celebrated on Thursday, November 24, 2022.

One of my fondest Thanksgiving Dinner memories is watching my Grandmother make her Buttermilk Spoon Bread.

Although it is called a “bread”, this dish has the consistency and taste of a savory pudding. Buttermilk Spoon Bread is a unique cross between a skillet of hot cornbread, a cornmeal soufflé, and cornbread dressing.

This versatile side dish is a welcome addition to the menu any time of the year and is especially delicious when served alongside holiday favorites such as green bean casserole and sweet potato casserole. As my grandmother told me, “be sure and use full fat milk and full fat buttermilk” when making this recipe and choose plain cornmeal, not cornmeal mix.

For this spoon bread recipe, you beat the egg whites and yolks separately, then gently fold the puffy whites into the batter just before baking. This preparation method adds height to the dish. You can make this delicious recipe as it is written, or you can get creative and customize it in any number of ways by adding corn kernels, diced ham or sausage, herbs, or cheese.

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Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring often, until cornmeal dissolves completely and mixture thickens, 10 to 12 minutes.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for greasing dish

• 2 cups whole milk

• 1 cup whole buttermilk

• 1 cup finely ground white cornmeal

• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• 3 large eggs, separated

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously grease a 2-quart casserole dish with butter. First, heat milk and buttermilk in a medium-size heavy saucepan over medium heat until steaming, but not boiling. You can look for small bubbles forming around edges of saucepan. Gradually pour cornmeal into milk mixture in a slow, steady stream, whisking or stirring with a large spoon. Be sure to scrape sides of saucepan as you whisk to prevent lumps from forming.

Remove cornmeal mixture from heat. Add butter, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper, stirring until butter melts and mixture is combined. Let stand 10 minutes.

Place egg yolks in a medium bowl. Stir in 2 cups of the cornmeal mixture until combined. Transfer cornmeal-egg yolk mixture to remaining cornmeal mixture in saucepan, stirring quickly until combined. The mixture may still look a little grainy or lumpy.

Beat egg whites in a medium bowl with an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 1½ minutes. Gently fold egg whites into cornmeal mixture using a spatula or large spoon until mixture becomes a smooth batter with no streaks remaining.

Spoon batter into prepared casserole dish. Bake in preheated oven until spoon bread is puffed up, firm, and lightly browned, about 35 to 40 minutes. This spoon bread will initially puff up to great heights, but then deflate within minutes of leaving the oven. Serve hot or warm.

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Public Library:

Events at Madison-Mayodan

Public Library: November (Open to the Public)

• Monthly Genealogy Soirée 2022: 2 pm – 4 pm

Tuesday, November 8th: “Using Funeral Homes and Cemeteries for Genealogy Research & Bastardy Bonds, Where to Find Them”

Handouts available. More information call: 336-548-6553/email: sbrimjones@co.rockingham.nc.us

• Computer Classes – The Madison-Mayodan Public Library will be resuming computer classes in January 2023, on Wednesday Mornings 9 am –10:30.

Look for updates on our website, Facebook, Flyers and for more information contact Miss Morgan: 336-548-6553

• Children’s Programing –Programs Every Wednesday: ➢ Preschool Storytime: 10:30 am: Theme: Holidays!!!

➢ Toddler Story Time: 11:15 am – 11:30 am

➢ “School Age Story Time!”Wednesday, November 9th: 4 pm - 5 pm For ages 5+ Teens are encouraged to help and earn volunteer hours

➢ Lego Club – Wednesday, November 16th: 4 pm – 5 pm

Open to all who can safely play with small-sized Lego bricks. “Come Build with Us”

➢ EcoExplore “MAMMALS” Wednesday, November 30th: 4 pm, Greensboro Science Center will present a program on Mammalogy, the study of mammals, with crafts and activities. For ages 5 and up.

Look for updates on our Website, Facebook and Library Flyers or contact Miss Rachel: rholden@co.rockingham.nc.us

• Nary a Thing Chapter of “The Andy Griffith Show” Rerun Watchers Club @ the Library – Tuesday, November 22nd

➢ “The Keeper of the Flame & A Medal for Opie”

➢ Episode Trivia, Prizes & Light snacks provided Come join our Club and have some “Goooooooood fun!” Call for more information: 336-5486553

➢ To be held in the McMichael Community Room

• Early Voting Continues until Saturday November 5th and the 2022 General Election will be held Tuesday, November 8th ➢ To be held in the McMichael Community Room Call for further information: 336-548-6553

• “Holidays!!!”

All Events are Free and open to the public unless otherwise listed. Madison Mayodan Senior Center, 300 S 2nd Ave., Mayodan (336) 548-2789.

1st, 2nd, 4th Mon.:

8:30am-11:00am - Pickleball

9am - Interval Training

10:15 GF Strength

11:30 - Line Dancing

12:30pm - Hand & Foot

3rd Mon.:

8:30am-11am - Pickleball

12:30pm - Hand and foot

1st, 2nd, 4th Tuesday:

8:30am-11am - Pickleball

9am - Cardio Step

9:45am - Stability Ball

10:30 am - Low Impact Fitness

3rd Wed.:

8:30am-11 - Pickleball

12:30 - Hand & Foot

1st, 2nd, 4th Wed.:

8:30am-11:00am Pickleball

9:00am - Interval Traning

1:15am - GF Strength

11:30am - Line Dancing

1st, 2nd, 4th Thurs.:

8:30am-11:00am - Pickleball

9am - cardio Step

9:45am - Stability Ball

10:30am Low Impact Fitness

12:30pm - Rook

3rd Thurs.:

8:30am-11am - Pickleball

12:30pm - Rook

1st Friday 9am - Breakfast

10am - Bingo

• “Coloring and Puzzles” with Tonya @ the Library – Monday, November 14th: 1 pm – 3 pm Limited Space Available…Call to Sign-up: 336-548-6553

➢ Materials to be provided ➢ To be held in the McMichael Community Room

• Fantasy Fun Movies! –Thursday, November 17th: 3:30pm - Close

➢ See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Snacks & Beverages Provided ➢ To be shown in the McMichael Community Room

• Historical Stories Movie Time! – Monday, November 21st: 2:30 pm - Closing

➢ See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Snacks & Beverages Provided. Shown in the McMichael Com. Room

“Thanksgiving!!!” & “Food!!!” Come in and view our Displays, pick up some handouts. Browse our Collection….

• Veteran’s Day – Library CLOSED: Friday, Nov. 11th and Saturday, Nov.12th

• Thanksgiving Holiday –Library CLOSED: Thursday, November 24th - Saturday, November 26th

• Adult Summer Reading Program

Western Friends of the Library Present “Beat the Backlist” Reading Contest Winners: 1st Place – Christina Foley $25/Gift Basket; 2nd Place - Shelby Wilder $15/Gift Basket; 3rd Place – Ramona Price $10/Gift Basket

Nouveau Beginnings Boutique set to close at year’s end

At the end of October, Help, Incorporated: Center Against Violence announced that Nouveau Beginnings Boutique, a resale shop that served as an ongoing fundraiser for close to twenty years, is closing December 31, 2022.

Located on Murphy Street in downtown Madison, the store has raised over $700,000.00 during its course of operation to help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, and elder maltreatment in Rockingham County. “The Board and staff are sad to see this resale shop close, but shifting retail trends--especially increased online purchasing-along with several other factors, have forced us to adjust the agency’s financial priorities to better align with the mission,” said MaryJane Webb, the Chairperson of the Board of Directors. “Programs and related intervention services must remain our focus, and the survivors, our priority.”

Nouveau Beginnings Boutique will honor their loyal Value Card customers with a special hour of discounted shopping from November 15th through November 19th. From 9 am until 10 am, our VIP Value Card customers will be pampered with refreshments, increased shopping assistance,

alongside the discounts. Other surprises are planned for both Value Card customers, and the entire shopping community in time for the holidays.

“As an Outreach Center for Western Rockingham County, Nouveau Beginnings served as a safe place where clients could get information, access agency services and shop at no charge,” said Executive Director Angie Boles. “Some of the inventory from the store will be transferred to the SquareOne facility, where a space is being created to provide for survivors needs.”

Located at 317 Cherokee Camp Road in Wentworth, SquareOne is the hub for survivor services, including emergency shelter. “The Board and staff want to make sure donors, shoppers, and community supporters are assured that contributions entrusted to Help, Inc. will go to those who are in need, as intended.”

For upcoming Nouveau Beginnings information, please follow us on social media. For general information, please call 336-548-5004.

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

Madison Mayodan Senior Center

For the Fun of it...

Why did the turkey cross the road?"

He wanted people to think he was a chicken.

• Down on the farm

A farmer and his wife had just waken up one morning to crowing of their rooster. While still in bed, the farmer’s wife says, “Pa, you know our neighbor Mr. Jones?” “yes Ma, I reckon I do,” replied the sleepy farmer.

“Well, every morning before he leaves the house for work, he gives his wife a big ol’ kiss. Why don’t you ever do that?”

The farmer sighed and said, “well, I reckon I can, but I just don’t know her very well.”

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I’ve started telling everyone about the benefits of eating dried grapes. It’s all about raisin awareness.

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My husband would take a bullet for me, but he’d also criticize the way I drove him to the hospital!

CROSSWORD

Why is a baseball team similar to a muffin?

They both depend on the batter.

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What’s the best dance to do on Thanksgiving? The turkey trot.

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I switched all the labels on my wife’s spice rack. I’m not in trouble yet but the thyme is cumin.

• What kind of car does Yoda drive?

A Toyoda

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Why is it unwise to share your secrets with a clock? Well, time will tell.

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I’m trying to organize a hide and seek tournament, but good players are really hard to find.

• I started investing in stocks....first chicken, then beef, and now vegetable. I know it’s risky, but I know one day it’ll pay off, and I’ll be a bouillonaire.

• Why do bees stay in their hives during winter? Swarm.

I got over my addiction to chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts.

I won’t lie, it was a rocky road.

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I went to the toy store and asked the assistant where the Schwarzenegger dolls are and he replied, “Aisle B, back.”

• What did the hot dog say after it won the race?

“I’m the wiener!”

Dad, are we pyromaniacs? Yes, we arson.

• My boss calls me “the computer”. Nothing to do with intelligence.

I go to sleep if left anattended for 15 minutes.

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What did the turkey say to the turkey hunter on Thanksgiving Day?" "Quack, Quack!"

• Where did the first corn come from? The stalk brought it

Garden of Eden Senior Center – 508 Orchard Drive, Eden, NC 27288 Phone: 336627-4711. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM (In the event of inclement weather, if the school system cancels, our classes are cancelled. If the school system is delayed, we follow their schedule. For your safety, call us to be sure we are open.)

**TRIP ALERT**

Thursday, November 17th. Greensboro, NC to Reconsidered Goods, Red Collection and K & W for lunch. Departing from Garden of Eden at 9AM. Call 336-627-4711 by Thursday, Nov. 10th to get on the list. First 13 people get to go. If you sign up and something comes up preventing you from going, please let us know ASAP.

Garden of Eden Senior Center will be closed for the following holidays: Friday, Nov. 11th for Veteran’s Day, Thursday, Nov. 24th and Friday, Nov. 25th for Thanksgiving.

REMINDER: Change your clocks back 1 hour on Sunday, November 6th.

THE FOLLOWING WILL BE HELD AT THE GARDEN OF EDEN SENIOR CENTER, TUES., NOVEMBER 8TH (ELECTION DAY):

• MEALS ON WHEELS 8:30AM

• NUTRITION SITE 11AM – 1PM

• HAND & FOOT CARDS 1 – 4PM

All Events are FREE and open to the public unless otherwise listed.

• Legal Aid - Call 1-877-5797562 to open a file. Appts. required.

• Notary Service: Tuesdays from 11AM to 3:30PM & Thursdays from 10AM to 3:30PM. Other times may be available. Please have documents prepared before arrival. This service is for notarizations only, not an attorney. Call 336627-4711 to schedule an appointment. Cost: Free.

• NEW: ROOK Tournament @ Garden of Eden Senior Center, Wednesday, Nov. 16th @ 10AM. Check our Facebook page for more information.

• NEW: Spanish Club Fridays @ Garden of Eden Senior Center @ 1PM (Except 11th and 25th). Get together with other seniors to learn and talk in Spanish.

Regularly scheduled activities include:

• Card games: Hand & Foot, Tuesdays @ 1PM (Bridge Street Rec, except Nov. 8th); Rook, Wednesdays @ 1PM (Garden of Eden Senior Center) & Phase 10, Fridays @ 10AM (Garden of Eden Senior Center)

• Mah Jongg: Thursdays at 11AM

• Bingo: Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022 at 10AM

• TV Time: Monday, Nov. 28th @ 1PM (Call for details 336627-4711)

• Crafts: Knit, Crochet & Cross Stitch: Mondays at 11AM. Free instruction with Karla McDonald

• Be Crafty: Fridays at 1PM call for craft or bring your own

• Watercolor painting with John: Day: Mondays 9:00AM (Small Fee) call 336-627-4711 for more information.

• Paint with friends: Thursdays at 9:30AM (Free) or Pairnt with Louise: Thursdays at 10AM (Small fee)

Regularly scheduled physical activities:

• Exercise with Emma: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays @ 9AM (Bridge Street Rec.)

• Pickleball open play –Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings @ 8:30AM (Location: Mill Avenue Gym) Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. at Bridge Street Rec., evening play to be determined, please watch the Rockingham County Pickleball Facebook page for updates. Call if you are a beginner (336-627-4711) so we can get you some instruction.

• OTAGO EXERCISES: (gentle exercises to improve strength and balance) Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 12 Noon (Location: Garden of Eden

Senior Center)

• Shuffleboard League (Bridge Street Rec) Dates: Mondays: November 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th@ 11AM. Please call 336627-4711 for more information.

• Bocce League continues (Garden of Eden Senior Center, Orchard Drive): Monday: November 7th @ 1PM. Please call 336-627-4711 to let us know you want to play.

• Line Dance for fun and exercise – Thursdays at 10:30AM (Location: CB Hut on Boone Road) Cost: Free.

CHANGE: Walking Group –Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 to 8:30AM inside @ Mill Ave for the winter months.

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Please remember to sign in with your scan cards. If you do not have one, inquire with any of the Senior Center Staff. If you are not receiving our monthly newsletters and calendars and would like to, stop by the Garden of Eden Senior Center to sign up. We also have the option of texting or an automated phone call if you would like to be notified of upcoming events. Please let us know which you would prefer.

Please join us at the Garden of Eden Senior Center for virtual or in-person programs. Call 336627-4711 if you would like the zoom link for Tuesday, November 1st.

Friends Meeting –Everyone welcome, no sign-up necessary. Please note that Friends Meetings for November will be held each Tuesday. Biscuits provided by local restaurants for the Birthday Breakfast.

The following programs will be offered: November 1st: Eden Drug November 8th: Recipe for Success

November 15th: Jason Ramey, Rockingham County District Attorney

November 22nd: Bingo, Birthday Breakfast November 29th: June with Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)

at 336-613-0867

Chelsea

Garden

By by Darrell M. Gregory

William Brown answered the knock on his family’s front door to find the Virginia State Police standing on the front porch. Officer R.L. Thomas asked to speak to his older brother Ben in the police car. Ben was served with a warrant for one count of drag racing on a Virginia highway, the previous September. While this was going on, a tow truck from Chatham Garage arrived and pulled up to Ben’s white 69 Chevelle SS. Officer Thomas informed Ben that his car was being impounded and taken to a secure lot. Ben lost no time in notifying all the people that were involved in the racing to be on the lookout for Officer R.L. Thomas.

Ben Brown was advised to attain the services of Chatham lawyer Melvin Giles. On the first meeting with Giles, he advised Ben to go to the scene of the alleged drag racing incident. There were two signs on 4x4 wooden posts that one signified the Virginia state line and the other post, the North Carolina state line. On instruction from lawyer Giles, Ben and his brother William measured a 6ft difference between the two boundaries. Informing Melvin Giles of this finding, he charged Ben $700 for representation.

The day of the trial in Chatham months later, was much warmer than the preceding January when all the bust went down. The Brown brothers were mystified when the court proceedings that usually went down the list to be tried alphabetically just skipped over them. All the street racers were found guilty and lost their license for a year with harsh fines to pay. About six cars were impounded and now the cars were “legally” confiscated, to be sold at auction which they were.

Ben was the only one left to be tried and he was dreading the outcome. The lawyer Melvin Giles pleaded not guilty to which the judge laid his glasses down and said that he would have to hear this. Giles brought up the discrepancy of the state line markers and wanted to survey to determine if they were racing in Virginia or North Carolina. If they were racing in N.C. the judge would have no jurisdiction over the charge. The judge proposed a lesser charge of passing on a double yellow line in Virginia and forfeiture of Brown’s license for 30 days.

Ben Brown was relieved to squeak through this ordeal as good as he did. A short time later, Chatham Garage delivered Ben’s 69 Chevelle back to the spot where it was picked up months earlier. Ben considered himself the lucky one of all the ones that were charged with racing in Virginia.

Probably as a result of this case, the Virginia State Police decided to survey the road to determine the actual position of the VA/NC line. All of the racers assumed that it was where the pavement of the Virginia and the North Carolina met, which was easy to see due to the visible texture of the road but was it?

Trooper R.L. Thomas requested the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to survey and certify the state lines.

The investigation had finally come to an end with probably a 100% conviction of all the people charged by Dan “Big Mac” McCulloch, R.L. Thomas, and Rick Amick. The execution of the investigation was all Big Mac’s plan. Big Mac never worked cases where he just grabbed the first infraction that he saw to make a conviction. He was very patient and took time to make friends so he could move around the circle of people that may be involved in wrong doing with ease. He always made it a point to especially make friends with women for he proved that they could get one in places that would have been hard to penetrate. Making friends with Starlight Lounge operator Gloria “Motormouth” Massey opened the door to many opportunities. Motormouth introduced Big Mac to her sister Mildred that got him into the area’s premier liquor joint. Mildred took Big Mac to Babe Chamber’s “the Line” the first night in town and it went all downhill from there for the operators of these illegal alcohol establishments.

Big Mac said that he was fortunate to have Virginia State Police provide an experienced officer, Robert L. Thomas, to investigate the growing street racing that was prevalent every weekend at the VA/NC line. Big Mac knows Officer Thomas as being a by-the-book law enforcer. A very meticulous Trooper R.L. Thomas secured a 100% conviction rate in the Wentworth Courthouse as well as the Chatham Courthouse.

Officer Robert L. Thomas handed out a slew of drag racing warrants in the investigation for the Virginia State Police. This was the only activity that he was concerned about and left the rest to Big Mac. Thomas said that when he charged someone with premeditated racing at the state line, that it was law that the cars involved were impounded and later sold at auction. Thomas strictly followed the law in these cases. He did make the statement that none of the people he charged were bad people and they did not give him any trouble. Thomas said that they were ordinary people doing what people did at that time, which in this

instance was illegal racing on a state highway.

Big Mac also incorporated the services of North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement agent Rick Amick. Big Mac commented that North Carolina should be proud to have a man of this caliber. Big Mac said that Amick adapted to his role as a bookkeeper with his company exceedingly well. Big Mac and Rick Amick became friends during the investigation in which they spent quite a deal of time together on and off duty.

Rick Amick said that when he went undercover that he never knew who he was to investigate. Amick was one of the two ALE agents assigned to Chatham and Orange County. He often went into establishments that sold alcohol incognito to observe their compliance with the law. The undercover work he did in Eden was second to his day job. Amick played his undercover role to the max, just as well as Big Mac did. He said that the worst part of the job was when he had to put the cuffs on the people that had befriended him.

The proprietors of the liquor joints that were served warrants by Big Mac were studied closely during the investigation. Big Mac noted that “Bullet’s” operated by “Bullet” Barrow was

really just chump change compared to the other two, the “Mountain” and the “Line.” Bullet was content to sell to a usually smaller and older clientele. On the side, Bullet had chicken fights in the woods behind his small liquor joint which doubled as his house. Bullet’s heyday in the moon shining business had faded away and he was now content with making enough money to survive.

Less than a quarter mile from Bullet’s, sitting on the high point of the road, was the “Mountain.” Wayne “Little Wayne” Barrow’s cinder block building was rolling in the dough, with a younger, more free spending crowd. Big Mac observed that Barrow was doing very well bringing in the greenbacks, especially on the weekends.

Less than two miles from the Mountain was Babe Chamber’s Line. It was also bringing in the bucks, but maybe not as much as the Mountain. The Line had regular customers that like to sit around and drink, which were also somewhat older than that of the Mountain. Still, Babe was bringing in over a $1000 a week after all the expenses were paid. Big Mac called Babe a “Big Time Operator” for all the under the table business deals that he had going on that had nothing to

do with alcohol. Unknown to many, Babe had a secret life going on where he operated some very lucrative illegal deals according to Big Mac. Big Mac tried to secure charges on these alleged deals but was unable to make a solid lock case on these doings.

While this has focused on the law enforcement’s side, there is always another side. What is the story from the outlaw side?

Part 24 will appear in next month’s issue of Eden’s Own Journal. Special thanks to Keith Allen, Rick Amick, Gina Gregory Axsom, Jimmy Bailey Joe Barrow, Joel Barrow, Wayne Barrow, Roger Blackwell, Telesa Smith Bleakley, Babe Chambers, Gene Chambers, Bubba Cobb, Bobby Cox, Donnie Estes, Janice Estes, Jay Johnson, Tooti Gover, Howard Gregory, Raevone Sims Hooker, Ronnie Hooker, Teresa Hutson, Jay Johnson, Grey Jones, Bill Mangum, Benny Mangus, Dan “Big Mac” McCulloch, Frank Meade, Tim Mize, Roddy Moore, Louis Motley, Edward “Sumpkins” Powell, Louis Overton, Roger Dale Ragland, Fred Ramsey, Ricky Stevens, Bob Thomas, Melissa Whitten, Phillip Wood, Wendy Wood, and many more

598 S. Pierce Streets, Eden, NC.

Ben Brown, brother William, and the 69 Chevelle SS

4th annual First Responders

tournament

On October 17, First Responder agencies from all over Rockingham County and Danville, Va. joined amateur and professional golfers at Greensboro National Golf Course for the Fourth Annual First Responders of the Triad Pro-Am Fundraiser.

Over these past four years, dozens of amateur and professional golfers have participated in this yearly event to raise money that is subsequently donated to local First Responder agencies across the Piedmont/Triad and neighboring Virginia counties.

Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page addressed the golfers on behalf of First Responders and expressed thanks to the event’s coordinators and participants, as well as to Greensboro National Golf Club for hosting this wonderful event for the past four years.

Also present for the event were representatives of Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, who generously donated 2600 pounds of dog food to our local law enforcement K-9 units.

Happy

Healthy

Life

A Daily Prayer

Sometimes life can feel all mixed up and there can be a lot of confusion and a sense of being alone.

Do you ever sense that for yourself?

When things feel that way, I find that coming back to my heart is essential. And getting connected to the Power that is greater than me helps too.

Especially around the Holidays, lots of things can come up. So I wanted to share a Prayer of mine that I come back to often.

A Daily Prayer

God, with Your Help and Grace...

May I be at peace and have an open mind and heart.

May I be a blessing to all I come in contact with.

May I see the good - the good around me, the good in others, and the good in myself.

May I have a heart that is thankful.

May I trust in Your plan for my life - even if I don't yet see it.

Remind me that when I say Thy Will Be Done that I am acknowledging that Your plan for me is even greater and better than I could ever imagine

May I remember that I can do anything with You.

And that Your light will always shine through whatever darkness I face.

Please help me stay curious and willing to learn and grow.

And, please, God, remind me that I am loved.

Help me trust You.

Remind me to be more like You - forgiving, loving, and full of grace.

May I See as through Your eyes.

May I Hear and Listen through Your ears.

May my Hands be in healing and helping service as You would lead and guide.

And may I Feel and Sense with Your heart.

And may I rest in Your arms and in the knowledge that I am always safe in You.

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May this prayer be a useful blessing in some way as you navigate life.

And Remember, it’s ok to reach out. You don’t have to do life alone.

You Matter. You Have Value. And It Is All About You Being In Touch In Life. Teresa Lea, BA NCLMBT # 1804

To find out more about Teresa Lea and her work and more ways to care for yourself, go to www.InTouchInLife.com or call 336-623-9138

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Student finds help and her way at RCC

By GERRI HUNT, Rockingham Community College

Several years ago, Cameron Stewart looked at her older sister who went to college, and said, “That will never happen for me.”

But with her mom’s encouragement, she changed her thinking, and not only plans to graduate in July 2023 with an Associate in Arts degree from Rockingham Community College, she is touring university campuses searching for the perfect fit to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

Stewart’s mom has been a gigantic part of putting her onto the path to success in life.

“I didn’t have the best publicschool experience. I had ADHD, and a lot of teachers told me I would not make it to high school, or I wouldn’t even need a dream of college,” Stewart said.

“That was a big turning point, and my mom started homeschooling me. She personally helped me more, and that was something I really appreciated. It definitely is the reason I graduated from high school. She made me work harder,” she said. “When I was homeschooled, I was taken away from the people that said I couldn’t do it,” Stewart continued. “I came here to campus after hearing about the CCP (College and Career Promise) program.”

Through CCP, high school students can earn college credits. By the time Stewart finished high school at home, she had also completed a half year at RCC.

But she was still scared about entering the world of higher education.

“I was always intimidated by college, and intimidated to come to RCC. But everyone was so welcoming and so kind. It’s not something I would have imagined could happen. I am very blessed,” Stewart said. “There’s so much about RCC I love. I love the teachers here, I love the school in general,” she said.

Her favorite instructor is Deirdre Kearney, a member of RCC’s History faculty.

“I had her during Covid, so I tried to show up during her office hours. She’d give me book advice about what to read to help me,” Stewart said. “She

was one of my first teachers. I didn’t even know how to use email when I got here, so she helped. And when I was nervous about writing my first five-page paper, she reminded me to not forget about the works cited page. “When I told her that I have ADHD, she asked if I had ever thought about going to see Deborah Wodhanil,” Stewart said.

“I’m the girl who checks her emails. I kept wanting to go to things. I saw SGA (Student Government Association) and it reminded me of when I was in the Teen Library Council, so I joined last fall. And then I started helping out at volleyball games,” Stewart said. “I started getting opportunities to help with festivities. I kept helping and coming to events and I loved it.”

Stewart was chosen to attend an SGA conference along with RCC’s SGA president and vice president. She immediately knew she wanted to be involved with the group hosting the conference, the North Carolina Comprehensive Community College Student Government Association – or N4CSGA for short.

Wodhanil is the Accessibility Services counselor for RCC. In this capacity, she confidentially works with students with documented disabilities so the students can fully access the RCC experience. Finding Stewart eligible for services, the two met to determine how to accommodate Stewart’s ADHD in the college setting. Wodhanil then shared this information with Stewart’s instructors.

“I didn’t know there was someone to talk to,” Stewart said.

“Deborah is the sweetest person. She told me, ‘You do realize, it doesn’t have to be this way. It doesn’t have to be this hard,’” Stewart said. “I was struggling to get some due dates in and struggling with paying attention because I have such a short attention span.”

Stewart also developed a heart condition, and since she already had a connection with Wodhanil, the counselor was able to help accommodate that as well.

Even with having to work extra hard academically, Stewart was intrigued by messages that Student Life was sending to students about activities and events on campus.

Not only was she accepted after an application and interview, she was then elected parliamentarian – the same office she now holds with RCC’s SGA. Stewart carries the constitutions of both SGAs around with her, in case others need to know about them or their operational guidelines. In one instance, Stewart advised the SGA treasurer on exactly what information she needed to put in a report.

“It’s challenging and I really love it. RCC helped me change from someone who wasn’t as good at being in college,” Stewart said.

“I like the student life here, it beats a lot of other colleges. I have to look at other community colleges because I’m in the N4CSGA, and I compare them all the time,” she said.

“Sometimes I see something amazing and think I need to look into it for my college, and other times I think RCC does things better. Our deli is better, and our athletics are better. It’s cool to see what RCC has, especially because we’re a small college.”

Stewart was encouraged to become involved with NC4SGA by Dr. Bob Lowdermilk, vice president for Student Development, and Maggie Murray, former director of Student Life.

“They both really encouraged me to want to step up,” she said. For anyone on the fence about college, Stewart recommends coming to RCC.

“Don’t be intimidated, just try. It’s easy to say it, but it’s hard to do it. I remember being scared starting here, hoping I wouldn’t mess it up. But everyone was so nice, I thought, ‘I can do this,’” she said.

“Just do it. Show up on campus. Pay attention to the opportunities around you. I was someone who had probably no hope of doing what I’m doing now,” Stewart said.

“If I look at the child I used to be, and myself now, I don’t know how it happened. But this place made it happen,” she said. Gerri Hunt is Director of Public Information at Rockingham Community College.

Stewart

Abbott participates in 2022 Rural Experience in America, Community Civics through Historical Inquiry Project

The National Council for History Education (NCHE) announced that Rockingham Early College instructor Valencia Abbott was selected this summer to participate in the 2022 Rural Experience in America, Community Civics through Historical Inquiry Project funded by the Library of Congress, Teaching with Primary Sources Consortium.

Valencia was selected from a nationwide applicant pool to take part in this professional learning and work alongside historians to design works of public value to help her students examine the following questions: What is rural America?

How have rural places shaped the history of the nation? Whose stories are told? How has US rural and agricultural history shaped my community? This summer, Abbott traveled to the University of Oklahoma with a community partner from their hometown to work alongside a public historian to create a public history project that they will implement with their students in the upcoming school year.

“There are so many perceptions and stereotypes about rural people and places, but the joy and diversity of ‘being country’ are usually not shown," Abbott said. "What I

JOSEPH PERKINS of Rockingham County High School, was recognized at the Board of Education meeting for receiving the Aubrey Lee Brooks Scholarship. Perkins will be attending N.C. State University, where he will be majoring in Engineering. Khloie McClain of Reidsville High School, was the runner-up and Gage Collins of Rockingham County Early College High School, placed third.

Abbott

found in education many times is that when reference is made about education, it usually means urban and or elite, and some of that scholarship and pedagogical practices in many times do not speak to my students or speak for me. My interest in this project is to highlight the history and signicance of rural education and rural narratives.”

KELSEY HEINEY named RCS Elem. Math Teacher of the Year for 2022-23

The Rockingham County Schools Curriculum and Instruction team nominated Kelsey Heiney of Wentworth Elementary as this year's RCS Elem. Math Teacher of the Year!

McMichael students place at National Technology Conference

McMichael High also had a top 10 finish in Board Game Design with rising 10th graders Mason Zhang, Jose Carrera, and Dillan Knight! The students were recognized at the September RCS Board of Education meeting, and are excited about working hard this year to return to Nationals in 2023!

Dalton McMichael High School STEM student and 12th grader Kylie Belter for her top 10 finish in both CAD Architecture and Architectural Design at the Technology Student Association National Conference in Dallas, Texas over the summer!

The N.C. Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM) 2022 Annual Conference will be held at Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem November 10-11, 2022. A special conference feature will be the recognition of all Outstanding Elementary and Secondary School Mathematics Teachers at the Ceremony.

RCHS FFA organization honored by Board of Education

RCS Board of Education honored the Rockingham County High School FFA (Future Farmers of America) organization for its outstanding achievements this past school year. RCHS not only received the Gold Award at the North Carolina State Convention, but also earned a 1-star rating at the National Convention!

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Protection Guidelines while voting

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) issued updated guidance for individuals and employers to protect against COVID-19.

County boards of elections will follow this guidance, which replaces the previous guidance from DHHS in Numbered Memo 2022-03.

Consistent with DHHS guidance, counties should layer prevention strategies based on community indicators of spread and severity. Community indicators of spread and severity can be located at the N.C. COVID-19 Dashboard, which ranks the risk of COVID illness and strain on the health care system in each county as High, Medium, or Low risk.

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions Regarding COVID-19 and Elections in 2022 for voters

VOTERS

1.Can voters be required to wear masks as a condition of entry into the voting place? No, a voter cannot be turned away for refusing to wear a mask while voting, even if the building requires masks.

2. Can voters be required to submit to a temperature or symptom check before entering the voting place? No. Because voters cannot be turned away from voting or denied entry to the voting place if they have a fever or other symptoms of illness, voters shall not be asked to submit to a temperature check before entering the voting place. If a building hosting voting generally requires all nonvoters to wear masks and submit to temperature screenings prior to entering the building, or if a municipality enacts such requirements for all municipal-owned buildings and voting is taking place in a municipal building, the voting place within the affected building may be sectioned off.

3. Can voters who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 vote curbside? Yes, Numbered Memo 2020-20 remains in effect. The term “disability” includes voters who have a medical condition that puts them increased risk of contracting COVID-19, should not wear a mask due to a medical or behavioral condition or disability, or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.

4. Should voters stay six feet apart from others when they are waiting in line at a voting location? The NC DHHS guidance no longer recommends that voters stay six feet apart while waiting in line.

5. Precinct judges are considered contract workers. Can they be required to provide proof of vaccination or submit to weekly testing? No, precinct judges and other election day officials (such as precinct assistants) who are appointed by the county board of elections cannot be required to be vaccinated or submit to weekly COVID testing, even if they are considered contract or temporary employees by the county for HR and/or tax purposes. State law prescribes the requirements for appointment as precinct chief judges and judges (G.S. 163-41), precinct assistants (G.S. 163-42) student election assistants (G.S. 16342.1), and ballot counters (G.S. 163-43), and a local ordinance or resolution cannot add additional qualifications to those statutory requirements. However, because one-stop workers are considered employees of the county board of elections by statute (G.S. 163227.6(a)), any vaccination or COVID testing requirements that apply to county employees do apply to one-stop workers and other employees of the county board of elections who are not appointed as election day precinct officials. If you have questions about a county or municipal policy, resolution, or ordinance, please contact the county or town attorney.

Observers cannot be required to be vaccinated since they are not employees of the county.

6. Are elections workers (including precinct judges, assistants, and one-stop workers) and observers required to wear masks in voting place?

If the building requires it, elections workers and observers can be required to wear masks in the voting place. For example, if the polling site is located within a school and that school district requires masks to be worn by students, staff, and visitors, then poll workers and observers must wear masks inside that building.

If a town government requires masks to be worn inside all municipal buildings, and the polling location is in a public library owned by the town, then poll workers and observers are required to wear masks inside that building as well. However, voters cannot be required to wear a mask to enter the building.

7. What should the county board of elections do if an elections worker develops symptoms of COVID-19 while at work?

County boards should follow CDC isolation and quarantine protocols with respect to election workers who develop symptoms while at the voting location. CDC guidelines recommend isolation if you are sick and suspect that you have COVID-19 but do

not yet have test results. County boards should have a plan if they need to remove an elections worker who develops symptoms while at the voting location and ensure they have a supply of workers such that if a worker is unable to report to work or must leave during their shift there is adequate coverage.

Multipartisan Assistance Teams (MATs)

8. Can a covered facility require that Multipartisan Assistance Teams (MATs) members wear masks or be vaccinated?

If the building requires it, MAT members can be required to wear masks or to be vaccinated to enter a covered facility.

9. What if there is a request for MATs at a facility that has an active outbreak? Is a MAT required to assist a voter diagnosed with COVID? If there are known cases within a facility but COVID residents are isolated, is a MAT required to enter the facility to assist the non-COVID voters? Administrative rule requires every county board of elections to assemble and provide training to

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School students tour Pella

In honor of National Manufacturing Day Pella Windows and Doors (Pella) recognized all their manufacturing employees recently, which make up approximately 70 percent of the company. “This isn’t just another day on the job for us,” says Jeff Schick, vice president of manufacturing at Pella.

“Today, we celebrate the tremendous contributions of our manufacturing and production team members and reach out to the next generation of talent to show them what a career in this field is really all about.”

Through educational grants, facility tours for high-school students and in-classroom learning experiences, Pella aims to highlight the rewards of a career in manufacturing, like on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.

By 2030, it is estimated there will be more than 4 million manufacturing jobs open in the United States. More than 2 million of those jobs could be left unfilled because of two critical issues: a skills gap, and misperceptions about modern manufacturing.

“Manufacturing is more than just building products, it’s about creating the future,” said Dirk Keller, plant manager.

“Advancements in manufacturing have brought about exciting new careers and opportunities, and we can’t wait to share them with the emerging talent in Reidsville.”

Guidlines while voting...

a MAT to respond to requests for assistance from voters in covered facilities. MAT visits should be completed in compliance with published guidance and COVID19 positive residents should be appropriately isolated by the facility. However, a county board of elections cannot require a MAT member to enter a facility if the member does not feel safe doing so.

10. May hand sanitizer or other supplies provided to the county boards of elections be used for this or future elections? Yes, State Emergency Management has indicated that hand sanitizer and supplies previously deployed may be used for any event you choose. If the

hand sanitizer product has surpassed its expiration date, it can still be used but it may have a lower efficacy after the “best by” date.

11. Are voting sites required to follow the same protocol regarding sanitizing and cleaning as was followed in 2020?

Do we need to assign the role of cleaner and greeter?

Although former practices were good in preventing viruses, these protocols are no longer specifically recommended for the prevention of COVID-19.

NC DHHS does recommend taking steps to improve air flow and ventilation at polling sites.

12. Do I need to reserve extra room to conduct early voting as was needed in 2020? You are not currently required to provide extra space for voting, but you may do so if you find it helpful for your voting site.

13. Is it recommended or acceptable that we use plexiglass dividers (also called sneeze guards) between check in stations at voting locations?

According to NC DHHS, physical barriers, such as sneeze guards, are allowable as long as they are maintained clean. However, physical barriers do not control aerosol particles and would not be considered a primary control measure.

14. Should the county board procure PPE for its voting sites? NC DHHS guidance still recommends masking when indoors in public for those at higher risk at medium or high community levels. You may also need PPE for your election workers if a voter who has tested positive for or has symptoms of COVID-19 votes curbside.

The COVID-19 landscape looks much different today than it did March 2020. We continue to learn more about the virus and have effective tools to reduce risk to people. As it has throughout the pandemic, NCDHHS adapts its response based on the emerging science and evidence to best protect North Carolinians and use the tools we have to get back to the people, experiences, and places we love. Individuals should:

• Layer prevention strategies based on individual risk, community indicators of spread and severity, and risk of setting.

• Stay up to date with COVID19 vaccines and boosters. This is particularly critical for those over age 65, those who are immunocompromised, those with underlying medical conditions, and healthcare workers.

• Have a plan for testing (e.g., have a supply of home tests or know where community testing sites are).

• Get tested if you are exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms of COVID-19 and follow CDC isolation and quarantine protocols. Wear a mask for 10 days following testing positive or symptom onset of a COVID-19 infection, unless a mask use exemption applies. Wear a mask for 10 days following an exposure to a person with COVID19, unless a mask use exemption applies.

• If you live with someone at high risk for severe disease: Consider screening testing yourself to detect infection early. and consider wearing a mask when indoors with them.

Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you are a candidate for treatments if you have COVID-19 - like oral antiviral pills or monoclonal antibodies and have a plan to access treatment. Some people may benefit from preventive medication, like Evusheld.

• Masking when indoors in public is recommended for everyone at high CDC COVID-19 community levels and for those at higher risk at medium or high community levels. Follow any mask requirements that may be

in place for settings like health care and high risk congregate settings (e.g., long term care settings, homeless shelters).

• Everyone age 2 and over can wear a mask for an added layer of protection.

• Remind all employees, visitors, and patrons to self-monitor for symptoms and get tested if they have symptoms of COVID-19 or are exposed.

• Have employees follow CDC isolation and quarantine protocols. Isolate for at least 5 days if an employee tests positive. Wear a mask for 10 days following testing positive or symptom onset of a COVID-19 infection, unless a mask use exemption applies. Wear a mask for 10 days following an exposure to a person with COVID-19, unless a mask use exemption applies.

• Consider the need for universal mask requirements at high CDC COVID-19 community levels and in high-risk settings such as health care and high density congregate settings, (e.g., correction and detention facilities, homeless shelters, migrant farm camps).

• Maintain improved air flow

Guidance of Safety of Polling Places

The State Board of Elections recently released detailed guidance aimed at ensuring all voters can safely and securely cast their ballot and election officials can perform their duties free of harassment, intimidation, and interference.

State and federal laws prohibit intimidation or interference with the rights of voters to participate in an election, including hindering access to the voting place. The law also makes it a crime to interfere with election officials carrying out their duties. Penalties for violations include prison time, fines, or both.

Numbered Memo 2022-12, issued by State Board Executive Director Karen Brinson Bell, represents the most comprehensive guidance to date on maintaining order at the state’s early voting sites and Election Day precincts.

“The State Board of Elections is committed to ensuring all voters can cast their ballot safely, securely, and free from interference of any kind,” Brinson Bell said. “We also must ensure that trained election workers can carry out their duties free from harassment, intimidation, and interference.” The following are several main points covered in the State Board’s guidance:

The “buffer zone” of up to 50 feet outside each voting place exists so voters can freely access the voting place without being harassed or intimidated. Campaigning and electioneering activity is prohibited inside the

buffer zone and inside the voting place itself.

It is a crime to interfere with, or attempt to interfere with, any voter when inside the voting enclosure or with any voter when marking his or her ballot. It is a crime to interfere with election officials conducting the election.

The chief judge at each Election Day precinct and the one-stop site manager at each early voting location are authorized by state law to maintain order and ensure voters can freely access the voting place without fear of harassment or intimidation. These elections officials should immediately contact their county board of elections – and, if necessary, law enforcement – if they are unable to maintain order at the voting place.

This year, to aid in the enforcement of election laws and the maintenance of order at the polls, the State Board has partnered with the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association and the North Carolina Association of Chiefs of Police to produce the "Elections Reference Guide for North Carolina Law Enforcement."

The memo includes more than a dozen examples of prohibited behavior in and around polling places, including examples of voter intimidation and threats to election officials. Complaints or indications of harassment, interference, or intimidation must be addressed immediately by chief judges and one-stop site managers. The chief judge or one-stop site manager must use their sound discretion to attempt to deescalate any disturbance and issue verbal warnings about behaviors that could lead to a person’s ejection or arrest.

Party-appointed election observers play an important role in the elections process. They may observe the process and take notes, but may not interfere with voters or election officials. The memo includes a list of prohibited activities by observers.

Earlier in the summer, as part of its regular conference for North Carolina elections officials, the State Board hosted training for all county boards of elections on securing elections and the voting process. That training included topics such as de-escalation techniques for election workers, building relationships with local law enforcement to promote effective coordination to respond to incidents, and the laws that exist to maintain order at the polls.

“Along with the training of county officials and poll workers, we hope this guidance promotes a positive voting experience for the millions of North Carolinians expected to cast ballots in-person in this election,” Brinson Bell said. “We also hope it helps election workers, observers, and law enforcement officers maintain a safe and friendly environment.”

Dr. Unique Hale - CEO of CORMII Community holds the check for $2,500 the organization received from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Rockingham County to help feed the county's needy.

CORMII receives Food Lion Foundation Donation

“Seeing a future bright for people in the community is of utmost value to the team of CORMII Community Development Corporation," said Dr. Unique Hale - CEO of CORMII Community of the most recent Food Lion Foundation donation to their mission. "With inflation at a high, this gift is well needed during this specific time. From the team and I, we truly like to express our deepest appreciation for the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation gift”. Hale stressed the gift will be used to purchased perishable food, such as meats, fresh fruit and vegetables, also other perishable foods such as milk, eggs and any non-perishable food needed to complete a meal for those in need.

The organization’s mission is to provide food, clothing, shelter and housing for those in need; however, the demand at the moment is almost 100 percent for food.

Food insecurity is real. The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation is committed to supporting families facing food insecurity across its 10-state footprint. Established in 2001, the foundation provides financial support for programs and organizations dedicated to feeding local neighbors in the communities it serves. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded more than $15 million in grants.

For more information, visit www.foodlion.com/in-our-community.

Book celebration at Bethlehem United Methodist Church! November 13th from 2pm-4pm Refreshments, door prizes, and the opportunity to purchase:

Honoring God with My Body: Journey to Wellness and a Healthy Lifestyle, Katherine Pasour’s newly released book focusing on wellness.

All proceeds from book sales go to support mission projects at Bethlehem UMC.

Located at 1891 Bethlehem Church Rd., Reidsville Nc. We invite you to join us for fun and fellowship!

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by Tamelia Orellana

In September I had to do a follow up MRI at UNC Rockingham in Eden, of a mass on my liver that my doctor had been monitoring for growth over the past two years. I have a history of cancer, so they felt it necessary to follow me for some time. When I got the results, I was dumbfounded. They said there was no longer any evidence of a mass. Of course, me being skeptical I requested the radiologist to review my prior studies again to be certain it wasn’t overlooked. Sure enough the addended report showed there was no longer a mass on my liver. I was telling my coworker who has a background of ultrasound and x-ray about the incident, and she told me

about a woman who came into the breast center because they found a large mass in her breast. She was supposed to have a biopsy and begin treatment for this very aggressive looking mass. The patient refused to do any further treatment until her church prayed for her because she knew God would heal her. The radiologist reluctantly made a follow up appointment for her to return after she received prayer.

Upon her return appointment the radiologist made sure to be there to talk to her as it was imperative for her to start treatment. The patient proclaimed that her church had prayed for her, and she knew that she was healed. They

repeated the imaging and to everyone’s amazement the mass was gone! This incident inspired me to write this column as we all need a reminder especially amid a pandemic that there are still miracles and good things happening all around us!

If you or someone you know has witnessed or experienced a miracle, send me an email for a chance to be featured in a future monthly edition of Eden’s Own Miracle Minute. rockinghammiracleminute@gma il.com.

Luke 8:39 - Return to thine own house, and shew how great things God hath done unto thee.

Cone Health recognized for Heart Health Practices

Cone Health Medical Group has received three gold American Heart Association achievement awards in recognition for its efforts to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Cone Health Medical Group is the collection of doctor’s and other providers working for Cone Health in area medical offices. The awards recognize the practices for using the latest research to improve high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and blood pressure management.

Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have some form of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, stroke or heart failure. High cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and uncontrolled high blood pressure are leading risk factors for cardiovascular disease. However, with timely diagnosis, researchbased treatment and education, these conditions can be managed.

“We focus on wellness at Cone Health—on preventing disease and keeping people as healthy as possible,” says Dr. Martin Portillo, president and chief medical officer, Cone Health Medical Group. “We are proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association for our focus on Type 2 diabetes, cholesterol, high blood pressure management and care. By focusing on these areas, we add years to the lives of our patients.”

The outpatient achievement award programs put the unparalleled expertise of the American Heart Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure the care provided to patients is aligned with the latest

research. As a participant in the Target: BP, Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol., Target: Type 2 Diabetes programs, Cone Health Medical Group was recognized after demonstrating how the organization has committed to improving risk factor management for patients.

This year, Cone Health Medical Group received these achievement awards: • The American Heart Association’s Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol™ Gold The American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes℠ Gold

Target: BP™ Gold recognition jointly presented by the American Heart Association and the American Medical Association.

“Addressing Type 2 diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure management is key for better cardiovascular health – and critical today, when heart disease and stroke continue to be leading causes of death for Americans,” said Dr. Howard Haft, volunteer science expert for the American Heart Association and executive director of the Maryland Primary Care Program, in Baltimore.

“The American Heart Association is pleased to recognize Cone Health Medical Group for its commitment to managing patient risk factors related to high blood pressure, high cholesterol and Type 2 diabetes.”

Cone Health is one of 65 founding members of the Health Systems Council (HSC) of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page is proud to announce that, as of the most recent count, over 10,000 residents of Rockingham County have received their Concealed Carry Permit!

According to the 2020 Census, the population of Rockingham County, North Carolina is 91,096. Our latest totals at the County Sheriff's Office show that over 10,000 residents have applied for and received a permit to carry a handgun concealed. That's about 11% of our total current population!

Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page, an outspoken supporter of the Second

Amendment, has advocated reaching this milestone for several years now and had this to say:

"If you call 9-1-1, rest assured that law enforcement is coming to help as quickly as we can, but; like I have often said, YOU are the first line of defense when it comes to the safety of yourself and your family. I'm excited that we have reached 10,000 active Concealed Carry Permits in Rockingham County! That was a personal goal that I was striving for. Now, we shoot for 15,000 total in 2023!"

"And, to any would-be criminal", Sheriff Page warned, "I'd think twice before trying to

victimize anyone here in Rockingham County."

Rockingham County residents have the option of submitting their Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) application online!

To submit your application for a permit to carry a concealed handgun online, visit our website at http://rockinghamsheriff.com. Then go to the "Gun Permits" tab at the top of the page and select "Concealed Carry Permits" from the drop-down menu.

Once on the Concealed Carry Permits page, read and follow the directions on how to submit your application for a permit online.

CHP applications can still be submitted in-person to the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office Records Division on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. A printable CHP application packet is available

on the "Concealed Carry Permits" page of our website.

Permits to buy firearms can also be submitted online by selecting "Firearm Purchase Permits" on the drop-down menu under the "Gun Permits" tab at the top of our webpage.

Jean Dunn Harrington has been an outstanding leader in the Eden community ever since she came home after graduating from her beloved Duke University in 1947. With a deep interest in patriotic and historical matters, she has taken a notable role in many organizations working to promote local and state prosperity and historical appreciation, such as the N.C. State Museum of History, the Eden Chamber of Commerce, the Eden Preservation Commission, the Eden Board of Education, and the Leaksville Downtown Merchants Association, all from her charming historical residence in the middle of the business district on Washington Street in Leaksville.

She was recently honored at the George Reynolds Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution meeting for Women in American History Award for her accomplishments. She also was awarded a beautiful Patriotic quilt made by Mary Mabe at the meeting.

We are so proud of her accomplishments!

Virginia Jones, Regent of the George Reynolds Chapter of the DAR of Eden

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Mary Mabe who made the quilt, with Jean Harrington

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