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to challenge all of the other local Emergency Service and Public Safety Organizations to meet or beat our donation this year." “We are proud to have teamed up this year with Adult Protective Services to help out our elderly neighbors in need; and the Eden Professional FireFighters Association Local 2723 has once again stepped up to help", said Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page. "We hope that others will follow their example and donate fans for those in need during these HOT Summer months. Remember, each fan donated make a difference in someone’s life right here in Rockingham County.” There's still time to donate! The 2021 “Fans for the Elderly” donation drive runs through Labor Day, September 6th. Donations can be made 24/7 at the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office located at 130 Justice Center Drive Reidsville, N.C.

Public Information Officer... Continued from Page 1 Rebekah began her professional career as an assignment editor and worked her way quickly into the role of news producer. “I look forward to my new adventure as Public Information Officer for Rockingham County and am excited to be back home in the area that raised me,” Rebekah stated. “I feel confident I can bring a new and innovative approach to storytelling to Rockingham County.” As a Rockingham County native, Rockingham County has always been a big part of her life. She believes in supporting small businesses and keeping things local. In her free time she enjoys being with her family, watching her sister's golf matches, and stopping by consignment stores in the area. “All of us at Rockingham County are delighted to welcome Rebekah to our great team,” stated Paul Murray, Assistant County Manager, Rockingham County Government. “We have no doubt Rebekah will do an amazing job in this position and look forward to her energy and experience as we communicate important news and information to Rockingham County’s citizens.”

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Tubing Tragedy results in lawsuit Nine members of the Villano family, some from Eden some visiting from LaPorte, Indiana, were floating down the Dan River in inflatable tubes on June 16 when they tragically went over the 8-foot dam near Duke Energy. Irene Villano, 18 at the time, said at a news conference on September 2nd that she used a finger and a foot to hang onto spaces in the dam and other family members clung to her. Four survivors were spotted the day after by a Duke Energy employee, who immediatly called 911. Emergency crews rescued Ruben Villano, 35, and his children Irene, 18; and Eric, 14, along with nephew Karlos Villano, 14, who were all treated at UNC Rockingham for thier injuries. Later that day, rescuers found the bodies of Ruben Villano’s partner Bridish Crawford, 27; and Antonio Roman, 30, along with Sophie Wilson, 14. The body of Bridish Crawford’s son Isiah, 7, was found days later. Searchers found the body of Teresa Villano, who was pregnant, on July 5. In all five people, including Teresa Villano, 30-year-old Antonio Roman, 27-year-old Bradish Crawford, 14-year-old Sophie Wilson and 7-year-old Isaiah Crawford drowned as a result of the accident. The family filed a lawsuit in Durham County in August and specifically names Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC. Part of the lawsuit reads, “Despite knowing of the danger posed by the dam,

Duke Energy failed to use barricades, barriers, buoys and other safety devices to prevent boaters from going over the submerged dam and being caught in the recirculating currents.” The Villano family lawsuit hopes to hold Duke Energy accountable and encourage others responsible for these drowning machines, to modify the dams or eliminate them altogether, calling on Duke Energy to separate, modify, or remove their low-head dam all-together to prevent others from drowning, or from enduring any other potential threats. "We're here for the simple reason that we need change. We need the owners of these dams to either eliminate them, fix them or at the very least protect recreational users from the deadly hazards they pose," said Kenneth Allen, the Villano family attorney. “There is a 70 percent likelihood that you are going to die or be injured when confronting one of these dams. These are things that shouldn’t happen to any other family -- North Carolina, Indiana, Illinois, anywhere. We are going to look toward a jury in this case to encourage Duke Energy and all other owners and operators of low-head-dams to take the measures that are necessary and appropriate and reasonable to fix this deadly danger that’s lurking all across our country,” Allen says. A Duke Energy spokesperson also provided a statement regarding the litigation that reads, "Our hearts go out to those involved in the tragic accident on the Dan River. The safety of the public and our employees is our top priority, and we work closely with local communities, organizations and government agencies to pro-

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All Events are Free and open to the public unless otherwise listed. The Garden of Eden Senior Center is located at 508 Orchard Dr, Eden, NC 27288 (336) 627-4711. Mon - Fri. 8am - 5pm. (If school system cancels school, programs that day will also usually be canceled). If delayed, the center will follow their regular schedule. Call to be sure.) Garden of Eden Senior Center Senior Center Activities We have the capability to send out phone calls about special events. If you would like to get on the list, please call us at 336627-4711. We can also send texts or emails. Just let us know how we can connect you to services that we offer. Masks are required for all participants at the senior center. Activities are subject to change depending on the rising number of COVID cases. Garden of Eden Senior Center will be closed for Columbus Day on Monday, Oct. 11th.

• Cornhole – Mondays at 11am • Mah Jongg – Thursdays at 11 am • Be Crafty– Fridays at 1:00 pm • Quilt Guild – meets 2nd Thursday of each month; this month’s meeting will be Oct. 14th. • Legal Aid –Oct. 21st from 10AM to 1:00PM. Call the Help Desk at 1-877-579-7562 to open a file – Free. Must call for an appointment. • BE Happy Bible Study – meets second Tuesday each month at 10 am. Sponsored by Trinity Wesleyan Church and led by Joni Morris • Card Games – Hand and Foot Tuesdays at 1pm/ Rook – Wednesdays at 1pm / Phase 10 – Fridays at 10 • Pickleball – Every M, W and F at 8:30 am at Mill Ave. Gym Every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6:30 at Bridge Street Rec. • BINGO- Monday Oct. 18th at 10am • Monday Movie Matinee – Last Monday of the month at

1PM • Watercolor painting with John Canny- Wednesdays at 9:30 $ small fee for class • Paint with Friends- Thursdays 9:30 am • Paint with Louise- Thursdays at 10 (for instruction) • Walk with Emma – Exercise Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 am • Knit and Crochet (and cross stitch) Mondays at 11 am FREE instruction with Karla McDonald • Friends Meeting – This group is for everyone… you do not have to sign up, just show up. Please plan to join us every Tuesday at 10 am. The 4th Tuesday we usually eat breakfast together. Local restaurants provide biscuits. • Saturday Spook-Tacular Oct. 30th from 2:00PM – 5:00PM at Freedom Park Playground. Costume contest for different age groups with gift card prizes. Bingo, candy, games, music, fun & more! • OTAGO EXERCISES– (gentle exercises to help gain strength and balance) 11:30 on Tuesdays and Fridays at the Garden of Eden Senior Center. • FLU SHOTS – Tuesday, Oct. 19th. Please make sure to get yours! FREE • Our Fall Party will be on Oct. 26 at 10:00 AM – Join us for some games, prizes & fun! • YARD SALE- fundraiser on Friday, October 1st from 9am1pm with a hot dog lunch starting at 11am. Anyone 50 and older is eligible to participate in programs at the Garden of Eden Senior center, regardless of ability to pay. Fees will be waived for participants that are unable to pay. There are many other classes and meetings, stop by the center and pick up a calendar for the month!

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A phenomenon called “cabin fever” tends to set in around late autumn or in midwinter. Long hours of darkness coupled with cold, inclement weather often is a recipe for increased time spent indoors. For people who live alone, the effects of cabin fever might be more pronounced. In addition to seasonal cabin fever, this year another factor comes into play: social distancing and voluntary quarantine as a result of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. Even those who may venture outside to socialize, particularly around the holiday season, may be hesitant or unable to do so to help prevent the spread of the virus. In these instances, friends and loved ones can mitigate feelings of isolation in various ways.

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It’s been a tough couple of years for most of us, but mostly for those who live alone. • Drop off supplies. Even though supermarket shop-from-home and other delivery services have normalized somewhat since the start of the pandemic, treat individuals who may be isolated to some personalized attention. Put together care packages of supplies or holiday treats and deliver them in person so you can see the smiles that result from being able to visit with someone familiar. • Send uplifting messages. Children or even adults can make personalized cards and mail them to loved ones at home or those who may be in longterm care facilities. Send new mailings every week or two so that residents always have something to look forward to in the mail. • Start a virtual club. A book club or another shared interest can be the catalyst for more frequent communication. A club puts everyone on the same page and enables them to come together, via phone or video chat, for a discussion. • Ask for help learning a new skill. Along the same vein as a virtual club, lessons on everything from woodworking to crochet to making favorite holiday recipes can be conducted online. Give an isolated individual daily purpose and distraction by engaging him or her with online lessons. Isolation and feelings of loneliness can affect anyone who normally suffers from cabin fever. However, this year it may be more pronounced, as it could be coupled with social distancing precautions that have already been in effect for some time.

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Rockingham County Government is excited to announce the promotion of Stephanie Kingston as their new Human Resources Director. Stephanie has been with County Government for 21 years and has exactly what it takes to effectively lead its human resource efforts. “I am beyond thrilled Stephanie Kingston has accepted the position of Human Resources Director,” stated Lance Metzler, Rockingham County Manager. “Stephanie’s wealth of knowledge has always been an amazing asset to Rockingham County, but having her in this role will truly allow her to utilize her broad skill set. I couldn’t be more pleased to have her in this position and look forward to the wonderful job I know she will do.” Stephanie graduated from Rockingham County Community College with her degree in Human Resources Management and Business Administration. She started her career at Rockingham County in the Department of Public Health as Insurance Billing Coordinator and was quickly promoted to Data Processing and Reimbursement Manager. After 4 years, she transferred to Finance, where she held multiple positions including Accounting Technician, Accounting Specialist, and Accounting Software Specialist over the course of 13 years. Since starting with Rockingham County in 2000, Stephanie’s overall career goal was to work in their HR department. When a HR opportunity presented itself in 2017, Stephanie took a leap of faith which lead to her promotion to HR Analyst and recently Interim HR Director. Stephanie’s extensive background and experience have gained her an incredible knowledge base surrounding county payroll and compensation process, working with insurance carriers, benefits including post-employment benefits and was instrumental in the implementation of the County’s OneSolution HR/Payroll software. Addition-ally, in 2017, she polished up her leadership skills when she completed the Rockingham County Emerging Leaders Program. “I am overwhelmed with excitement to serve as Rockingham County’s Human Resources Director,” said Kingston. “I try to help people the exact way I want to be helped. The citizens, employees, and retirees of Rockingham County deserve nothing less. If you lead with a servant heart, you will be rewarded.”

Health Department Awarded Car Seat Grant The North Carolina Public Health Association awarded Rockingham County Department of Public Health (RCDPH) a Dr. Ann Wolfe Mini-Grant in the amount of $8,000 to enhance child health and address infant mortality. Dr. Ann F Wolfe Endowment was established in October of 2003 through the estate of the late Dr. Ann Wolfe. This endowment was created as a component fund of the North Carolina Public Health Association. In 2020, 134 reported motor vehicle crashes involved child restraints in Rockingham County (NC DOT Crash Database 6/2020). Additionally, there were 168 total number of child restraints involved in those 134 motor vehicle crashes in 2020 meaning many vehicles were carrying multiple children at the time of the collision in Rockingham County (NC DOT Crash Database 6/2020). In the review of emergency room data for 2020, there were 34 motor vehicle collision-related emergency department visits for children ages 0-9 in Rockingham County. According to Safe Kids World Wide’s National Child Passenger Safety Certification Technician database, only three individuals in Rockingham County are certified child passenger safety seat technicians. All three Certified Technicians are housed within RCDPH. This grant will aid the Rockingham County Department of Public Health by focusing on reducing the occurrence of vehicular infant death for county residents and decrease the number of improper child restraints being used. With this grant, the Child Safety Program will be implemented to provide car seats and

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addition the operation of the centers is a joint effort of Cone Health Annie Penn Hospital and the Rockingham County School System. Both hospitals are not for profit. The Rockingham County Department of Health and Human Services is another community partner. The health centers are a United Way Agency and receive funding from the United Way of Rockingham County. The Reidsville Area Foundation is a generous supporter of the health centers and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the NC Office of Rural Health are currently providing grant support. The centers are part of a county wide collaborative grant, Young Moms Connect. The Student Health Center Advisory Board is comprised of members representing county health agencies, schools, the school board, students, parents, and churches, in the four geographic areas of the county. Those serving on the Advisory Board: Stokes Ann Hunt, Exec. Dir., Annie Penn Hospital Found. Katrina White, Rockingham County Health Department Cindy Corcoran, RCS Assistant Superintendent Amanda Perkins, RCS Lead School Nurse Taylor Lake, Annie Penn Hospital Cecil Kemp, Principal, McMichael High School Stephanie Wray, Parent, McMichael High School Paige Martin, UNC Rockingham Healthcare Lisa Price, Parent, Morehead High School Taylor Hines, Student, Morehead

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Why homeowners should add exterior lights Homeowners are increasingly realizing the benefits of improving the exteriors of their home, which can be just as valuable as improving the interior spaces. As individuals design picturesque garden beds and cultivate lavish lawns or revamp exteriors with architectural features, they probably want to spotlight these improvements. This is where exterior lighting can be put to great use. According to Nancy Daniel, owner of Kings Chandelier located at 729. S. Van Buren Road (Hwy 14) in Eden, “We offer full range of outdoor lighting to enhance your home and create a safer environment.” Feel free to call Nancy for all your outdoor lighting needs. Exterior illumination can cast a glow on various features, but there are many other reasons to increase lighting around the exterior of a home. • Safety: Trips and falls can occur at night when trying to traverse walkways and landscapes in the dark, as it can be difficult to see rocks, stairs and uneven pavement. Outdoor lighting can illuminate pathways, entryways and other areas for safer access for homeowners and their guests. • Extend outdoor entertaining: Ample lighting can increase the amount of time one can use outdoor spaces and make them the perfect gathering spot. As autumn arrives, days become shorter. However, patios, porches and more can get extended use

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MASKS RECOMMENDED Huge Estate of James Handy, including a large collection of glassware, Blue Ball jars, 12 Gauge Ammo Boxes. Vintage LE Smith glass, Fenton, miniature oil lamps, Chef figurines, Pillsbury Dough Boy, Indian Dolls, California Raisins, Jars of vintage marbles, Bowl & Pitcher sets, reloading equipment, huge selection of 12 gauge shot gun shells and hulls, hunting signs, hunting jackets, gun cabinet, 2 Remington shotguns: 1100 Model and a model 58.

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O n g o i n g E v e n t s o f I n t e re s t For Your Health... CALL AHEAD FOR SCHEDULING CHANGES DUE TO PANDEMIC 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 Drive 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. GARDEN OF EDEN SENIOR CENTER • AARP Brain Health workshop – August 17 10 am at the Garden of Eden Senior Center • UNCG Recipe for Success coming to Garden of Eden to teach us about healthy summer desserts. • UNC ROCKINGHAM HEALTH (formerly Morehead Hosp.) FREE of Charge.

CHRONIC DISEASE CARE • Parkinson's Support Group Call 336-627-8510 for dates and times • EVERY BABY SHOULD MAKE A GRAND ENTRANCE! Designed to help through the labor and delivery process, Free at UNC Rockingham Health Center’s Downstairs Classroom. Register (336) 623-9711 ext. 1712399. Leave a message with name, number, due date, email and Doctor’s name. Classes are not being held because of COVID, but hopefully will reopen soon.

Support Groups SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITY GROUP Meets every Saturday at First Baptist Church, located at 110 Franklin St., Madison, NC. A caregiver must accom-

pany. Snacks and Drinks are provided as well as plenty of fun. Contact Teresa Julian at 336-257-0580 • 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. • BROKEN CHAINS, Tue. 6pm inside Grace Baptist Ch., 14160 NC 87 N. (Oakland Ave.) Enter Side door. • Mind Over Matter: Stroke & Brain Injury Support Group - For survivors and their caregivers. Join us virtually the third Monday of every month from 1:303pm. Rachel Pennington 336-347-2328. • COUNSELLING / JOB SEARCH HELP available Wednesdays by appointment from 10am - 6pm in the Life Changes Building at 7586 NC 770, Stoneville. 336-327-8663. - ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 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

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own lunch at 11:30 - meeting begins at noon. Rock. Co. Rep, Headquarters, 221 Piedmont St., Reidsville. for info call Bonnie Joynerat 336-549-1225. RC AMATEUR RADIO CLUB 7pm on the 3rd Tuesday of month. 708 Barnes St., Reidsville (Salvation Army Gym.) 434-203-3050 EDEN EVENING LION’S CLUB Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of month at Santana’s, Eden at 6:30pm. THE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION OF EDEN Shelby Baker 939-2230 or Norma Woody 623-8807 ROCK. CO. DEMOCRATIC PARTY MONTHLY MEETING 3rd Tuesday of Month 7pm - 8:30pm Room 211, Advanced Tech. Bldg, RCC

• ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS - Annie Penn Call for date & times. South Day Room. Registration not required. 336-951-4674.

ROCKINGHAM COUNTY LEADS GROUP A networking group for businesses in county. Meets each Wed. for lunch at El Parral, 734 S. Van Buren Rd. Just show up and join in with other business people for a casual lunch. Noon.

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LOVE TO LEARN TO PAINT? Join us at the Cascade Community Center, Mondays 10am - 1pm. Only $8. You bring your supplies. 434-685-7512 or 276-340-0101, If no answer leave msg. SPECIAL NEEDS FRIENDS GROUP Madison, First Baptist Church at 110 Franklin St. for anyone with a disability & their families. Crafts, community info., self-help skills, movies, games, music, parties, field trips. Call Teresa Julianso to assure enough supplies, seating, food & drink. 1 pm most afternoons. STONEVILLE RURITAN CLUB At the VFW Hut, N. Glenn St. 3rd Tuesday of month - 7pm Dot Ellington 573-2093 or Ricky Craddock 336-453-7005 INTELLIGENCE RURITAN CLUB Bethany area. 1st Tues. at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall: Comers Chapel Bapt. Church, Bald Hill Loop, Madison. Text 336 686 6013 or email intelligenceruritans@yahoo.com

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Saturday • 12 Changes Group – 9:00 am Life Changes Bldg., 7586 NC Hwy 770, Eden (336) 623-8584 • Serenity Group – 11:00 am William’s Annex, 108 N. Main St. – Reidsville (800)591-6474 • Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church 318 S. Main St., Reidsville (336) 349-3474 Sunday Fellowship Group – 8:00 pm First Presb. Church, 318 S. Main St. Reidsville (336) 349-3474 ALANON Thursday • Draper Al-Anon Group - 7:00 pm First United Methodist Church 130 Main Street - Draper • Madison-Mayodan Group – 8:00 pm Episcopal Church of the Messiah 114 S. 2nd Ave. – Mayodan Sunday Paths to Recovery – 7:00 pm Reidsville Alliance Church 1300 Freeway Dr. - Reidsville

REIDSVILLE KIWANIS CLUB PROGRAM Now meeting in person, on the second Thursday of the month, at Main St. Methodist Chruch Fellowship Hall using social distancing, masks and catered lunch. For details contact rmullings@triad.rr.com. THE FAMILY HISTORY CENTER of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is open from 1-4 p.m. Tues.and Wed. Located at 4751 N.C. 14, south of Eden. Trained consultants will be on hand to assist in researching their ancestors. Those with laptops or tablets are asked to bring those since only two computers are available. Free access to various ancestry sites is available. The only cost is 10 cents per page for printing. For more information call 336-623-7154 during operating hours. REIDSVILLE CHARTER CHAPTER OF ABWA - Meets 3rd Tuesday monthly at Fursty's Rest. on Freeway Dr.. Reidsville at 6:30 pm. RC FEDERATED REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB 3rd Friday of every month. Bring your

MAYODAN DANCE RETURNS! Every Friday from 7pm-9pm, American Legion William Johnson Post 534 will be hosting a dance. Located at 302 N. 12th Ave, Mayodan NC. There is a $5.00 donation at the door. The Mayodan Band will be playing a variety of music. Keep up to date with the most rectent restrictions and closures due to Covid!

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for 16 & 17 year olds. The Draper Vol. Fire Dept. Must be in high school and have a NC license. Call 336-635-2233. MOPS - Reidsville MOPS - Contact Kelly at 348-1634 or - Rockingham MOPS - Contact Heidi at 427-2712

Military Groups • ROCK. CO. PFC JERRY L. MCKINNEY GROUP - Det. of Marine Corps League - All Marines, active/inactive, Navy Corps and Navy Chap. that served with FMF Marine Units and Spouses. 2nd Thur. of each mo. Eat 6pm, meet 7 pm at the Agriculture Building, 525 Hwy 65, Wentworth. Joe Zanetti 336-623-6779 • AMERICAN LEGION POST 534 Post 534 - at 302 N. 12th Av. Mayodan . Rock. Co. Post. The 2nd Sat. at 11 am. Post CDR. David Bray: 336-601-7176 • AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS 2nd Sat. of month at 9:30 AM at Post Building, 302 N. 12th Ave., Mayodan. American Legion, Auxiliary or Sons of AL with a street legal motorcycle welcome. Bill Morey 276-340-5091 or billmoreyf1@gmail.com • THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS OF ROCK. CO. 2nd Monday. (time?) Chapter 63 -Ag. Bldg. at 525 HWY NC 65, Wentworth, Room 180) Social 6 pm, meeting 7 pm. Transp. for vets VA appts if needed. 349-6040. Need Vol. (336) 394-0080. • AMERICAN LEGION POST 254 2nd Thursdays of Month at 7PM at the legion. Curtis Pierce at 336-623-9481 • AMERICAN LEGION POST 79 Reidsville, 2nd Sat. of month at 10 am

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

REFORMERS UNANIMOUS ADDICTIONS PROGRAM Complete, Free recovery program meeting at ROBERTS MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Every Friday evening 7-9, Ph. 336-344-5083 203 Memorial Baptist Church Rd. Stoneville NC 27048 www.robertsmemorialbaptistchurch.org Why Are You Still Addicted? We can Help. • REDEMPTION ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH 2131 Hwy. 14, Reidsville, NC 27320 • 336-420-8805 Pastor D.L. Bray • Youth Pastor Luke Bray #RevivallnReidsville • Van Ministry • Ladies & Men’s Ministry • Youth Ministry • Food Pantry Ministry Sunday School 10am / Sunday AM Worship 11AM Sunday Evening 5pm / Wed. Night 7pm Preaching from the King James Bible • SHAW CHRISTIAN CHURCH 208 THE BOULEVARD, EDEN Thursday Service 6:30pm - Biblical Learning / Bible Study Saturday 6:30pm - Worship Service Now accepting volunteers for our Children’s Ministry for Thursday and Saturdays •

BETHLEHEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1891 Bethlehem Church Road, off Hwy 14S. of Eden Having a STEW on Saturday, October 16th. Pre-ordering is required. Please call 336-344-2121 to place your order. Leave a phone number when you order. “Drive through” pickup will be utilized, and those ordering will be given a “pick up” time. Price is $6.00 per quart.

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Continued from Previous Page (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- 2nd Sat. of month at 961 Church St. Ext., Reidsville, 10am. Bobby Jones 336-349-7733 • VFW POST 7033 -1st Tuesday of month at 301 12th Ave., Mayodan, 7 PM. Donald Bien,CDR 336-548-3431. • SHARE EXPERIENCES... 3rd Sat. of month 8am - until. Freeman Wood Crafters 413 Church St (Near traffic circle). Eden. Park at the Three Rivers Outfitter follow signs. Call ahead: 336-573-9900. Handicapped access available, No bathrooms and no temperature control.

Community Help GOODWILL CAREER CENTERS GED, Computer Skills Classes, Employability Skills Classes, Job Leads, Network Room, Resume Assistance Eden –336-579-6418 Reidsville – 336-637-1010 Mayodan – 336-949-4849 CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH CARE CLOSET Free Clothing for the Needy 233 E. Stadium Drive, Eden Each Saturday 9am - 1pm visit: centralchristianeden.com MEALS FOR THE HUNGRY • SALVATION ARMY -Mon. thru Fri. 12:00-12:45 at 314 Morgan Rd, Eden Rockingham Hope 3692 NC Hwy 14, Reidsville (336) 623-2133 Bus. Hours: Mon. to Thur., 9 am-4 pm Food Pantry Appointment Hours: Tues., Wed., Thur., 9 am-11:30 am • MEALS WITH FRIENDS! Monday – Thursday at lunch time. Anyone 60 +, Activities, good food & fun Hot Nutritious Lunches : • HUNTSVILLE NUTRITION 1151 Sardis Church Rd., Madison 427-5206 • 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 • SAMARITAN’S COVERED FOOD PANTRY. Every 2nd Wed. of Month. 12-3pm.Eden 7th Day Adventist Church, 220 E. Meadow Rd., Eden. Free Food to all in need. 336-612-2044. • FOOD BANK Every Friday 11am 1pm Stoneville Pent. Holiness Ch., Hwy 770, Stoneville. Free food to all in need. • GODS HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY at 708 A Rockingham Square Madison (off Chief Martin Rd.) will give away boxes of food to those in need. 11am - 1pm.

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This Month’s Events SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2ND • FOOD TRUCK RODEO sponsored by The Boulevard Merchants on 11am - 4pm. Fun for all ages and delicious food • YOUTH OUTDOOR HUNTING & SAFETY DAY - 9am - 1pm 861 Rocky Ford Road, Reidsville, NC FREE Admission, all ages, door prizes. Lessons in shooting, archery, fishing, demonstrations and much more! (Rain Date Oct. 16th)

• PARADE ESCORT: CALLING ALL PATRIOTS: riders needed for the Traveling Vietnam Wall - line-up at 3pm at Lowe’s Home Improvement in Reidsville. Riders will escort the Wall from Reidsville to Freedom Park in Eden as part of the City of Eden’s Heritage and Heroes Event. Call Post Com. David Turner for info 336-520-1572.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15TH • “FALL FOR MADISON” FESTIVAL - in Historic Downtown Madison. 7pm - 10pm Music, artisans, food trucks and vintage and antiques.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16TH • HERITAGE & HEROES - Freedom Park between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. We are going to be showcasing the American Veterans Traveling Tribute to the Vietnam Wall. This is an 80% replica of the real wall in Washington, D.C. Along with the wall, you will be able to enjoy music from the 82nd Airborne Choir and others, JROTC Drills, military vehicle display, food, activities for kids and a Veterans Speakers Tent. Admission is free. • FALL FOR MADISON - in Historic Downtown Madison Festival. 10am - 9pm Live Music, artisans, crafters, food trucks and vintage and antiques, dance teams, game area. Raffle and Hot Dog Eating Contest.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29TH • HALLOWEEN PARTY - Downtown Madison- 5 – 11 East Murphy St. Downtown will be closed for this event. Music and alcoholic beverages available. • TREAT STREET 3-5PM Hosted by The Uptown Merchants Association - Eden - Prizes awarded at 5:15 in Harrington Pocket Park on Washington Street. Prize catagories for ages 0 through 2, 3 through 5, 6 through 12.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30TH • CHILI COOK OFF at participating business in Uptown Eden. Look for more details on Facebook and in Uptown merchants businesses. • SPOOK-TACULAR SATURDAY - Freedom Park Playground from 2-5pm. City of Eden is hosting a Halloween party featuring a DJ, games, cake walk and costume contest with prizes. There will be Halloween Bingo starting at 2:30pm, Costume Contest starting at 3:30pm for all ages, as well as a hula hoop contest at 4:30pm. Come Join!

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Local Memories Part 10

Big Mac by Darrell M. Gregory

A carload of young men were traveling on a dark road from Cascade to the North Carolina state line on a Tuesday night, when they came upon a myriad of lights blocking their travel. They quickly summarized that it was not a roadblock but some type of wreck by the placement of ambulances and police cars in a curve less than 300 yards from the state line. As they were ushered through by the emergency personal, they saw the cause of all this activity. A

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small car was wedged in the woods illuminated by numerous flashing lights and men moving around the vehicle. The wreck was so severe that one of the young men in the car exclaimed, “Someone got killed in that wreck.” When they left the wreck scene and made it to the Draper Pool Room they were met getting out of the car with one of their friends rushing out and telling them that a young woman was killed in the wreck. They all knew her. The next day, many people traveled to the scene of the accident to try to make sense of the tragedy. The wreck site was hardly 200 yards from the old brick building known as the Line. The car was traveling from North Carolina on the Gantt Road into Virginia that April night, going past the Line, when it did not make the curve and crossed into the other lane and onto the woods. The car started down a dip in the road that made a sharp turn to the right.

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Babe Chambers had not taken over the operation of the Line in 1978 for long. The tragic death of this 18 year-old woman at this time brought scrutiny to this favorite watering hole even though the young woman had never been in the place. As usual, people tried to come up with their own scenarios about how the wreck happened, but it seems like the vehicle may have exceeded the safe speed and for some unexplained reason the young woman never negated the curve. This accident brought undeserved attention to the Line for a short period of time but as time went by, so did the scrutiny. A little over a year later, John Barrow was murdered bringing up the name of the other prominent liquor joint, the Mountain, even though Barrow was not at the Mountain at the time. Operating places that may not be legal does not need public attention. Babe Chambers started upgrading the Line as soon as he took over. There was a house on the North Carolina side that was inhabited by Howard Guill. Babe, knowing the man well for he liked to take a drink, was able to make a deal with him to tap onto his well and supply fresh water to the Line. Babe then went to his landlord, Bill Barker, and was able to get him to put in a septic tank. Babe was then able to put a restroom in the back of the Line. Coming in the back door, the small restroom was on the left. This was a good addition to the old store for a lot of customers liked to linger and sip on their drinks for hours at a time. Another addition to the Line was a crushed ice machine. This made his custom gin fizz drinks even more of a moneymaker. Babe had a bedroom in the front of the building that he stayed at night after closing, so this restroom was a welcome addition. Babe had a good solid business that was raking in the dough. He would have to make trips to the Danville liquor store 2 to 3 times a week procuring 700 to 800 dollars worth of spirits each time. Babe became friends with one of the managers of the store and they worked together on these purchases. The manager would issue him a “transport permit” that would make it legal to transport the large amount of alcohol for a one time purchase. When Babe made it back to his joint, he would call the manager and let him know that he made it and the manger would dispose of the permit so there was no evidence of large sales to one person. Babe would trade some white liquor to the man for his services. Except for the street racing bringing in undue attention, this was an ideal set-up. The gravel lot was usually filled with vehicles bearing North Carolina plates on the weekends. Big Mac was beginning to be seen about every week in town. He would always go to his favorite bar, the Starlight Lounge, when he made

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Investing In Rockingham County’s Quality of Life CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10 education to families in Rockingham county. Additionally, a child safety coalition will be formed to provide community outreach at health and resource fairs. Child safety seats will be provided to all Rockingham County families that need a properly fitting child safety seat regardless of income. Child safety restraints are recommended until the age of 8 or over 80 pounds.

Concealed Permit milestone achieved Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page is proud to announce that over 10% of the 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 Rockingham County Sheriff's Office show that 9,571 residents have applied for and received a permit to carry a handgun concealed. That's a little over 10% of our current population! "I was pleased to hear we had reached this milestone", said Sheriff Sam Page. "I hope we have 10,000 by the end of the year! I have always said that you are the first line of defense when it comes to protecting your home and your family. I am a very pro-Second Amendment Sheriff and I praise these individuals for going that extra step to help keep themselves and their loved ones safe." "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.

Sheriff’s Office 911 Tribute Sheriff Sam Page and his team at the Rockingham County Sheriff's Office invited everyone to their 9/11 Memorial Ceremony marking the 20th anniversary of that tragic day. The 9/11 Memorial Ceremony was held on outside the front entrance of the Law Enforcement Center located at 130 Justice Center Drive Reidsville, N.C. Citizens gathered as Sheriff Sam Page, our Rockingham County Sheriff's Honor Guard and special guest speaker, Colonel David Myers, (USMC Ret.) honored the innocents and first responders who lost their lives on that tragic day in 2001. This moving ceremony also honored those in our military who have made the ultimate sacrifice since that day in defense of our freedoms.

Cone: Avoid long waits in ER Tips for Avoiding Long Waits in the Emergency Department. Here’s how you may get care in less time. Many of the most common reasons that people come to emergency departments can be taken care of quickly and easily using virtual care. That is medical care over the phone, cellphone or computer. Very long waits are common in emergency departments across the country right now. This is due to the surge of unvaccinated people with COVID-19 seeking care and health care staff shortages. Virtual care allows people to save time and get help for many of the common reasons people come to emergency departments. “There are many conditions that I can diagnose over a computer or your cellphone. And the virtual care that I provide is both high quality and very convenient for my patients,” says Dr. Brian Miller, an emergency medicine and virtual care physician

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Local Memories Continued from Page 16 Big Mac... Continued from Page 16 an appearance. He was becoming well known in the bar as he was good friends with the owner, Gloria “Motormouth” Massey and her sister Mildred. While many in the bar became use to him there was a few who had uneasy feelings about the newcomer. Louis Overton was dating Motormouth at the time and was having a hard time accepting this over friendly man. Big Mac seemed like he drank a lot and liked to party but Overton noticed that he sipped way more than he drank and he never seen him drunk. Louis Overton and Babe Chambers were also good friends and they conversed about this newcomer. Babe had his doubts about Big Mac even though his right hand man, Fred Simms had no qualms about selling him a drink. Babe rarely saw Big Mac for he came in late at night to close the store down. The few times that Big Mac did see Babe late at night to buy a bottle of whisky, Babe would just give him one and tell him to enjoy: it was on the house. Several months after Big Mac came into town, Babe Chambers was riding by the site of the new Eden Mall when he thought that he saw a familiar figure on a bulldozer. Babe pulled in the lot just in time to see Big Mac coming down off the bulldozer. Big Mac came over to the car in his bib overhauls wiping grease off his hands. Big Mac seemed to be a little raw about the experience swearing that one just could not find good help anymore. In Big Mac’s first visits to the Starlight Lounge, it became known that he ran a grading company that was doing work building the Eden Mall. He often brought some of his workers with him to enjoy the local hospitality. While more than one person was leery of him, after Babe seen him on his bulldozer and spread the word around, things became more relaxed. Several weeks after this incident, Big Mac turned up at the Line when Babe Chambers came in. Fred Sims had hastily left leaving Babe to count the money and take a look at his liquor inventory. Big Mac asked for a bottle of vodka that he was going to take back to the Starlight Lounge. Babe sold him a cheap bottle of vodka that he usually kept in stock. Babe still was not completely satisfied with his new cus-

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tomer’s line of work. One night Babe asked Big Mac to step out to his brown Cadillac to see if they could catch a race and have a talk. Big Mac never shied away from a conversation and went outside. Babe asked Big Mac how he got the grading contract for the new Eden Mall. Big Mac said that he got every job that built a new Belks. He said that Gordon Leggett was in his class at school and was dumb as

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a rock. He helped him with his homework and generally looked after him. After all these years, the man remembered him and was very generous giving him all the contracts for Belk-Leggett. Big Mac also said that he had another big job going on in upper Virginia as well as Myrtle Beach and Virginia Beach. Big Mac was fond of flying into Shiloh Airport on his company’s private airplane, a sleek Cherokee 6. He would arrange for Motormouth’s sister Mildred to pick him, his guest, and his pilot up. Most of the time they flew in from Myrtle Beach from a job that Big Mac had going on. The first place they always headed to was the River’s Edge night club. Big Mac made a good entrance at the River’s Edge for he never had to apply for membership at the private club. Big Mac and his entourage were always treated well. After the River’s Edge, Big Mac always made an appearance at the

Starlight, his favorite spot in Eden. Then Big Mac would take his pilot and guest to the liquor joints inside the Virginia line. All that frequented the watering holes heard of the big man flying in on his company’s aircraft to party with all his drinking friends. Big Mac seemed like a man that could get things done. Big Mac was on a roll and the majority of the people liked him and thought he was a rich and powerful business man that liked to hobnob with ordinary folk. On the 4th of July, Motormouth Massey throwed a big party at the Starlight Lounge. The party was on a roll with everyone having a good time when Motormouth announced that she was locking the door after legal alcohol consumption hours so they could party on into the morning. Motormouth said make sure that there were no undercover agents in the bar that could cite her for this alcohol violation. Big Mac stood up and yelled out that he was an undercover agent which all in the bar started laughing. Motormouth told him to sit down, “You ain’t no law.” Big Mac laughing said again that he was the law and again all inside burst out laughing. Big Mac had probably bought everyone in there a drink or two at one time. Big Mac usually stayed at the Inn Keeper or the Mar Gre motel when he had several days in town to party and have a drink. He was constantly bringing in new people to show them around to all the party spots. Most of the time, the men worked for him like his sidekick Little Boy. Other times, he occasionally brought his secretaries or women business associates to tour the joints around town. All of the women were attractive which added to the big man’s reputation. It was now time for Big Mac to make himself known at the Mountain and Bullet’s. Part 11 will appear in next month’s issue of Eden’s Own

Journal. Special thanks to Keith Allen, Jimmy Bailey, Joe Barrow, Joel Barrow, Wayne Barrow, Roger Blackwell, Telesa Smith Bleakley, Babe Chambers, Gene Chambers, Bobby Cox, Janet Estes, Jay Johnson, Tooti Gover, Raevone Hooker, Ronnie Hooker, Teresa Hutson, Jay

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Reidsville & Wentworth New Police Chief named from within department Robert Ray Gibson, a our residents as I start in this Lieutenant within the Reidsville new role. My goal will be to Police Department who retired continue towards making with 30 years of service from the Reidsville the safest place to NC State Highway Patrol in raise a family.” 2019, has been named its new Gibson graduated from head. Yanceyville’s Bartlett Yancey Reidsville City Manager Senior High School in 1987 and Summer Woodard made the received a Bachelor of Arts announcement on Monday after- degree in Business Management noon, September 13, 2021. from North Carolina State “Mr. Gibson brings a University in 1991. The followtremendous amount of experiing year he would graduate from ence to our team,” said Manager the NCSHP Training Academy. Woodard. “We are excited to Among his see Chief educational Gibson lead degrees and our Police certificates, Department Gibson graduand continue ated from the the wonderful Administrative legacy of servOfficer’s ice provided by Management previous police Program chiefs.” (AOMP) at Gibson’s NC State first day on the University in job as 2009, the Gibson Reidsville’s Command new Chief of Institute for Police was September 14. Law Enforcement Executives – During his last 18 years in FBI LEEDA in 2011 and the the State Highway Patrol, Piedmont Leadership Academy Gibson was a First Sergeant for at Guilford Technical Troop D, District 2 & District 3, Community College in 2014. before being promoted to a Gibson has lived in Lieutenant at Troop D Reidsville for nearly 20 years. Headquarters in Greensboro in He has been involved in the 2011. In that position, he mainlocal community, serving as an tained direct and downline manassistant coach for his son’s agerial responsibility for approx- youth soccer team at the imately 180 sworn NCSHP Reidsville YMCA and as a members in nine counties of the member of the Reidsville Piedmont area. Such a position Downtown Corporation. He has is comparable in experience to a also served on several law Captain level in the Reidsville enforcement-related boards over Police Department. the years, including the Project Upon his retirement from SAFE Rockingham County the NCSHP, Gibson went to Advisory Board. work for the Reidsville Police Gibson is married to his Department as Park Ranger for wife, Stacie, and has three chilCity-owned Lake Reidsville and dren and two grandchildren. Lake Hunt in July of 2019. In Gibson was selected followDecember of last year, he was ing an extensive process done by promoted to Lieutenant and Developmental Associates, a assigned to the department’s recruitment firm that has helped Support Services/Community the City fill several recent posiEngagement Division. As part of tions. The search was narrowed his Lieutenant duties, Gibson from an initial 15 applicants to has supervised the school three finalists, who were invited resource officers and their super- to participate in an in-person visor, the Park Ranger and all interview and tour of Reidsville. part-time and reserve officers. In the near future, a swear“I am extremely humbled to ing-in ceremony will be held for have been selected to lead the the new Police Chief. More Reidsville Police Department as details about this event will be its next Chief,” Gibson said. “I provided in the near future. look forward to supporting all of Major Ronnie Ellison has

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been serving as Interim Police Chief since former Chief Robert Hassell left in April of 2021 to take over the helm of the Rocky Mount Police Department. “Ronnie Ellison has been such an asset to the City as Interim Police Chief,” said Manager Woodard. “His knowledge of the Police Department has been so important during this transition. We appreciate his service to the City and the Reidsville Police Department.”

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By Angela G. Stadler, Public Information Officer City of Reidsville The dedication of Reidsville’s new 9/11 Memorial was part of an extremely moving tribute on the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attack that changed our world. The City was very lucky to receive the sculpture crafted by Greensboro artist Jim Gallucci. The commemorative sculpture is located at the front of Fire Station No. 1 at 402 South Scales Street. The ceremony held on Saturday, September 11, 2021, was a reminder of what we all experienced on that fateful day. As Reidsville Mayor Jay Donecker so aptly put it, the events of 9/11 didn’t just happen in New York City, the Pentagon and a field in Pennsylvania. They affected us all. Having worked for the City for more than 23 years, I have attended many events, but by far, this one was my favorite. Starting off with a beautiful ren-

dition of our national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner, by Rhonda Wheeler, the ceremony was very poignant. Gallucci had secured thousands of pounds of steel from the remnants of the World Trade Center. Reidsville is among 500 or so across the country that have a sculpture incorporating a piece of the Twin Towers. Gallucci used the mangled I-beam from the Twin Towers to sit atop the silhouettes he carved of first responders, including firefighters, police and healthcare workers, who headed to the chaotic scene in New York City while everyone else was trying to get away. It was very fitting (and totally unscripted!) that one of our fire engines received a call while Rhonda was singing … proving they are always on the job. I was especially touched when the Honor Guard, com-

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signal the assignment was done. Reidsville Mayor Jay Donecker proudly introduced the day’s main speaker, retired Vice Admiral Bruce Lindsey, a 1978 graduate of Reidsville High School. Admiral Lindsey retired in January of 2020 after 37 years of distinguished service with the United States Navy. He is the highest ranking military officer ever to graduate from Reidsville High. Admiral Lindsey held us all spellbound as he told us what he was doing on September 11, 2001, commanding a ship off the coast of India. He said when he came onto the Bridge, he was surprised because he received very little attention as commanding officer. Everyone instead was glued to a small television there. They informed him that a plane had flown into the World Trade Center. He said he asked if the plane had been a Cessna, which had happened the week before. They responded the plane was an airliner, and those in the command center knew something was happening, something more than just a mere accident. Admiral Lindsey said President George Bush’s first command to the military reportedly was to “Be Ready”. For weeks, that ship, like many other ships, military planes and personnel, got ready, eventually spending 72 straight days hitting Al-Qaeda targets, Admiral Lindsey told us. His words were very inspiring to those of us listening. Several visitors have come to Fire Station No. 1 since the 9/11 ceremony to view the commemorative statue and touch the mangled beam. The sculpture serves as a reminder to never forget that day or the heroes who lost their lives and is dedicated to all of the first responders in Reidsville and Rockingham County. If you visit the sculp-

ture, don’t miss the decorative medallion in the cement saying “Never Forget” or the plaque explaining the significance of 9/11. Thirteen flags were added at the base of the memorial to represent those soldiers’ lives lost recently at the airport in Kabul, who died supporting Operation Freedom’s Sentinel and getting Americans and others out of Afghanistan. Such a wonderful event as the 9/11 Ceremony could not have happened without a lot of help and planning. A special thank you goes out to Jim Gallucci for donating the sculpture to the City of Reidsville and to local businessman Rickey Loye for donating his time and resources to prepare the site and install the structure. In the days immediately preceding the event, Matt Thompson & Mattco Metalworks powder-coated free of charge the fire hydrants used with the decorative fire hoses to outline the memorial site. In addition to those already mentioned in this column who played an integral part of the ceremony, I know how many people worked behind the scenes to make the event such a success. We thank all the members of “Team Reidsville” and the estimated 400-plus people who attended. Let us make sure we never forget. New Downtown Businesses. In other news, we are also excited about the opening of several downtown businesses, including the Reidsville Showcase at the Rockingham Theater and Lucky City

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Reidsville & Wentworth Roaming Around Reidsville... Continued from Page 20 Brewing. The Showcase’s first act on the Reidsville stage was the band, Exile, on Friday, September 17. While unable to attend myself, I heard it was outstanding! You can learn about other upcoming shows at the theatre by going to TheReidsvilleShowcase.com. City Event Hotline. The City’s Main Street Department has an event hotline that lists upcoming events sponsored by the Reidsville Downtown Corporation and City throughout the month. You can call 336-347-2381 to find out what’s happening in the downtown area and around Reidsville, but the hotline will be for City-sponsored events only! Fall Story Walk. Starting in October, children can read the book, “Christopher Pumpkin”, starting at the Reidsville Public Library and continuing in participating business store windows. The maps are available at any of those stores. Fall Decorating Contest. Downtown businesses will be decorating their windows for fall. Judging is set for October 4th. Come check them out! Trail Ribbon Cutting. The final section of the total 2.25-mile trail extension has been completed at Lake

Reidsville. A ribbon cutting is planned for 1 p.m. on Friday, October 8, but due to rising COVID-19 numbers, the event will be very low key. However, visitors to the lake will be able to take advantage of the scenic walk on this natural trail. Paper Shredding Event. The Reidsville Appearance Commission, in conjunction with the City of Reidsville, is holding a second Shred Event for City residents this year on Saturday, October 9, in the back parking lot of Reidsville City Hall from 9 a.m. until 12 noon (or until the truck is FULL!). Vehicles will need to enter from North Main Street and exit onto North Scales Street. The event is free! Participants can dump their documents into bins that will be provided. Only paper products are allowed, NO plastics or boxes! FAB Festival Cancelled. Due to rising COVID-19 numbers, the FAB Festival (Food, Arts & Brews) planned for Saturday, October 16, in downtown Reidsville has been cancelled. Plans are to try and hold the event in 2022. The Block Mural Dedication. The unveiling of The Block Mural, a tribute to the AfricanAmerican businesses that once lined Market Street, now known as Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 23. The unveiling is being held in conjunction with the Old School Block Party set for that day.

Farmer’s Market. The Farmer’s Market at Market Square in downtown Reidsville continues to be open through the end of October! Come get your fresh veggies and more at the market, open from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturdays, Tuesdays & Thursdays. EBT customers can double their benefits with no cap!

Mount Jubilee Ministries holds Family Fun Walk The 6th Annual Mount Jubilee Ministries Family Fun Walk was held on 9/11 as their signature fundraising event with the impressive financial goal of $65,000. A highlight of this year's walk was incorporating the 9/11 Memorial Dedication with our walk. MJM is a nonprofit based in Reidsville partnering with the teen and adult special needs community to provide faith based programs. We are currently operating day programs in Reidsville and Winston Salem serving 24 individuals. MJM programs are unique in that they are NOT supported by the government dollar and rely on community support and moderate tuition for sustainability.

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Mark Richardson, Rockingham County Commissioner, was the guest speaker at the Reidsville Kiwanis Club on Sept. 9th. He discussed the two most serious problems in the county, the first being drug use, especially opioids. He said that more treatment centers are needed on a 24/7 basis. The second largest problem is the lack of a work force in the county. "Young people must be encouraged to help themselves and nothing good is acquired without the effort". Several Kiwanis members pointed out that much of the problem begins at home and many children and young people do not have the guidance from their parents. Richardson told the group that there are great opportunities in the county and an excellent RCCe to help young people achieve their goals. Organizations such as the Kiwanis Club that support children's programs throughout the county is needed. The Kiwanis Club meets each Thursday, 12 noon, at Main Street Methodist Church Fellowship Hall and visitors are always welcome.

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Cone Health to Open Pediatric COVID-19 Testing Sites The sites in Guilford and Rockingham counties will offer testing to people ages 18 and younger. Cone Health began offering pediatric COVID-19 testing at sites in Rockingham and Guilford and counties on Sept. 20. The decision comes due to an increased demand for pediatric testing as students continue the school year. The additional pediatric COVID-19 testing locations include: 617 S. Main St., Reidsville (across from Annie Penn Hospital) and Greensboro Women’s Health Care – 719 Green Valley Rd., Suite 101, Greensboro Testing at the Reidsville site is on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the Greensboro site will be available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and at the Testing at both sites will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and require an appointment. Visit conehealth.com/testing to register.

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Sometimes it takes something plain and simple to capture everyday life, hard work, and creativity. Connecting the pieces to bring artistic life to an inanimate object is a personal accomplishment which everyone will understand, smile, and be glad to see. This will happen again in Western Rockingham County this fall, as the Hayodan festivities help create a joyful holiday mood for harvest and holiday time again this fall. Made of bales of hay, these creations continue to bring a sense of remembrance and joyful anticipation in October and November. Hay is a very commonly misunderstood agricultural resource. It is often confused with straw, and most people never really interact with it. Hay is actually a feed source for ruminant animals, which are hooved mammals, such as cows, goats, sheep or deer. It is entirely made from plants, and is cut or mowed several times a year. The hay field may be seeded with a mixture of alfalfa, clover, timothy, ryegrass, fescue, or other grasses or legumes. Straw consists mostly of the stems of wheat, oat, or other cereal crops, and is golden in color. It is primarily used for bedding. These hay bale depictions are an artistic and visionary journey. While some artists create pieces of art by using water colors, others use oil painting to capture the vibrant colorful images of a delicate flower. Other artists create metal sculptures, and some use a wheel to design pieces of pottery. The hay bale creations are conceived and formulated, constructed and given life by using a plant as the main centerpiece, and decorating and combining forms to create something whimsical. Some creations are conceived, formulated and constructed by families, employees, church members, or school children. The wide array of subject matter and creative construction techniques is impressive. The entries are judged, and one outstanding depiction is named the winner, based on a variety of attributes. The hay bales are provided courtesy of the town of Mayodan, and it brings out many to compete. They are fun to build, and their creation and construction help enhance fellowship between the creative artists, engineers and helpers. This is a wonderful endeavor that is shared by artists and

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On September 1st, the Economic Development office staff honored Sky’s with a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark their grand opening. Sky’s offers electronics and entertainment under one roof including liquidated and refurbished computers, laptops, smart watches, smart phones, and video games for purchase as well as their game room which includes coin and dollar fed video games, pool and air hockey tables, and rent by the hour multicades. Need a snack to give you the energy to play a little longer? Their snack bar will do just the trick!Located at 421 S. 2nd Avenue in Mayodan. visit their website at www.skys-gifts.com or follow them on Facebook and Instagram. Pictured l-r: Tara Martin, Bud Cardwell, (Mayodan Mayor), Jonathan Montanez (owner), Janna Chambers, and Betsy Brame.

Anna Wheeler has joined the Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) staff as the new North Carolina Program Coordinator. Anna will be working on projects in DRBA’s North Carolina counties throughout the Basin, including Stokes, Rockingham, Caswell and Person County. Anna will coordinate DRBA’s projects and programs in those regions including trail, river access and park construction, environmental education programs, cleanups, public workshops and water quality monitoring. “I am confident that having Anna join DRBA’s staff will increase our ability to positively impact the communities we serve in North Carolina” said Tiffany Haworth, DRBA’s Executive Director. “She not only has a passion for outdoor recreation and environmental protection, she also has the skills and education to make a real difference for our region.” Previously, Anna served as DRBA’s Recreation Assistant helping to implement the Martinsville and Henry County Rivers and Trails Master Plan in Virginia. She is a recent graduate of Appalachian State University with a BS in Biology and Certificate in GIS.

“I am ready to share my new ideas, seek new partnerships and collaborate with local communities to make a positive impact,” said Anna. “As DRBA’s Program Coordinator, I am excited to continue to help DRBA meet its mission of protecting and preserving our region’s natural and cultural resources in North Carolina.” To contact Anna Wheeler, please email awheeler@danriver.org or call (336) 627-6270. To learn more about how you can help protect our local environment with DRBA, please visit www.danriver.org The mission of the Dan River Basin Association (DRBA) is to promote and protect the natural and cultural resources of the Dan River basin through education, recreation, and stewardship. DRBA works to fulfill that mission by building river accesses and trails, educating people of all ages about protecting our natural resources, and protecting our water resources through water quality monitoring, cleanups and master planning. The Dan River basin is 3,300 square miles including sixteen counties throughout Virginia and North Carolina.

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A new place to benefit pets If you visit the Boulevard soon you may notice the face of a large cat on the window of a building. This is Tippy, the shop cat who has lived in the shop his entire life and has now become the mascot for the new Friends of Eden Animal Rescue. Each day Tippy is cared for by a team member with lots of love. Mary Ryan painted the mural inside and on the window the business. The location is the former site of Uden’s Shoe Store and Blackwell’s at 240/242 The Boulevard in Eden. Raymond Uden gifted the use of these connected units for the Friends of Eden Animal Rescue pantry. The new pantry will offer assistance for dogs and cats who are in homes that are struggling to care for them. At the grand opening and ribbon cutting Mayor Neville Hall thanked Uden for what he does for the Friends of Eden Animal Rescue as well as the help he has provided to the community at large. He also thanked the staff and volunteers at the Animal Shelter. “The enhancement to the area with the pantry fills a great need for people and their pets,” he said. Raymond Uden made a speach at the event; all smiles as usual. “I am very happy to welcome you to this event. This awful pandemic that has made people sick and taken lives all over the world. Through these very tough times, our Friends of Eden Animal Rescue (Friends)

has continued to help provid dog and cat food and supples to families that would be unable to provide for their beloved pets because of financial issues. When families did not have transportaion, they delivered, even finding some families without food for themselves, they returned with supplies and Groceries for them, too.” Friends have been unable to hold the normal events they usualy provide to raise money for their services, Yet they have found a way to do it anyway, despite the challenges they faced. Uden added, “I thank them, the cats and dogs thank them.” This group has been serving dogs and cats without a home, by no action of their own, in an overwhelming world. Friends of Eden Animal Rescue is a NC based 501c3 non profit animal rescue specializing in dogs and cats. Its mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and find homes for as many abused, abandoned and neglected animals as possible. They are also firmly dedicated to providing hospice care to these vulnerable and beloved senior dogs and cats. This rescue is compsed of a small group of extremely dedicated volunteers that rely soley on life saving donations through supporters to complete the rescue from start to finish. They keep our community informed about responsible animal ownership, including Spay and Neutering, much needed shots and neutrician. Uden said, “Most pet owners know that pets offer an und-

conditional love, especially to people who live with depression. This pandemic has proven this. Pets can be a great comfort anytime and I along with my family and friends had many cats and dogs along the way. Even when you are happy, they even bring more happiness!” Lisa Goldsworthy, Melissa Green and Mia Brunson are three of the hard working leaders of Friends, along side other volunteers who all have jobs but find time to do this incredible, charitable work. He adds with a wink, “They work like dogs!” Donations of food and supplies can be dropped off at Dapper Dog, who will be located soon at 600 Monroe Street, Eden after October 8th. Beautiful Dog houses are available for sale at the shop to help raise money for the group. Call 336-912-1178 or 336-552-6178 or visit www.friendsoftheeden animalshelter.com SPAY-GHETTI & NO BALLS Dinner Fundraising Event Oct. 23, 2021 6pm - 9pm All proceeds go directly to Friends Spay/Neuter Assistance Program/ Masonic Lodge 419 Thompson St., Eden. Tickets ar $15 for adults, $10 children under 12 and $10 for takeout orders. Call 336-912-1178 We are seeking donations of silent auction gift baskets. Please let us know if you can provide a basket.

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Madison / Mayodan / Stoneville Western Vista... Continued from page 23 everyone who has the pleasure of viewing the hay bales and remembering what the happy holiday spirit feels like for families, friends, and the Western Rockingham Community. My fall memories also include my grandmother’s corn fritters and spicy sweet potatoes. Sometimes I can still hear the hot fat crackling in her metal skillet. CORN FRITTERS 1 can corn 1 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons salt

¼ teaspoon paprika 2 egg yolks, beaten thick 2 egg whites, beaten stiff Chop up corn. Sift flour, baking powder, salt and paprika; add to corn and mix. Add egg yolks and stir thoroughly. Fold in egg whites. Fry by spoonfuls in hot, fresh lard until light brown. Drain and serve hot. SPICEY SWEET POTATOES 2 large sweet potatoes ¼ cup nutmeats, chopped (pecan pieces, chopped walnuts, pistachios or hazelnuts) 2 tablespoons butter ½ teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon cloves 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Sifted flour Fat for deep frying Boil, peel and mash potatoes. Add nuts, butter, salt, nutmeg, cloves and cinnamon. Beat until well blended. Gently form into balls. Carefully roll in flour. Deep fry in hot fat until golden brown. Serve very hot. These were always served with pot roast, turkey or chicken. Or, they’ll do just fine by themselves.

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Library – Tuesday, October 19th: 3 pm – 5 pm. Will be showing “Barney’s First Car” and “Barney’s Sidecar”. Episode Trivia, Prizes & Light snacks provided. Come join our Club and have some “Goooooooood fun!” Call for info 336-5486553. To be held in the McMichael Community Room • Halloween Movie Fright Fun! @ the Library – Thursday, October 28th: 1:00 pm - Closing See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Popcorn & Beverages Provided. McMichael Community Room • Unwind with Adult Coloring and Puzzles hosted by Tonya – Friday, October 29th: 3 pm – 5 pm. Relax with coloring pages and peaceful light music, or wake up the “grey matter” with puzzles, materials will be provided. To be held in the McMichael Community Room • Trick or Treat @ the Library – Friday, October 29th: 3 pm – 5 pm. Candy will be given out to Trick or Treaters at the Circulation Desk for 2 hours, first come, first serve…. • Halloween All Day Movie Fright Fun! @ the Library – Saturday, October 30th: 10:00 am - Closing. See Flyers at the Library for Schedule of Movies, Popcorn & Beverages Provided. To be shown in the McMichael Community Room

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For the Fun of it... An engineer was crossing a road one day, when a frog called out to him and said, “If you kiss me, I’ll turn into a beautiful princess.” He bent over and picked up the frog and put it in his pocket. The frog spoke up again and said “If you kiss me, I’ll turn back into a beautiful princess and stay with you for one week. The engineer took the frog out of his pocket, smiled at it and returned it to the pocket. The frog then cried out, “If you kiss me and turn me into a princess I’ll stay with you for a week and do anything you want. Again, the engineer took the frog out, smiled at it and returned it to the pocket. Finally, the frog asked, “What’s the matter? I’ve told you i’m a beautiful princess and that i’ll stay with you for one week and do anything you want. Why won’t you kiss me?” The engineer said “Look, I’m an engineer. I don’t have time for a girlfriend. But a talking frog - now that’s cool. • What has four wheels and flies? A garbage truck • How do monsters like their eggs? Terri-fried

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Fall vegetables add to the table, too Tending to backyard vegetable gardens can fill many hours of enjoyable downtime in the great outdoors. What’s more, the bounty produced by such gardens provides healthy, fresh foods to gardeners and their loved ones. Tammy of Bethany Plants & Produce says, “Now is the time to plant those fall plants, just like the summer plants like tomatoes. Some plants can even last through a mild winter.” Although spring and summer are widely seen as the peak of gardening season, the mild temperatures of autumn can be a prime time for planting vegetables as well. Certain late-season treats like carrots, kale, spinach, and turnips can thrive in fall gardens. Many different foods are quick crops that can go from seed to table in about six weeks. Beets, green onions, broccoli, and cabbages can be planted in late summer for fall harvest. Gardeners who live in hardiness zones eight through 10 (the southern portion of the United States) can plant fall vegetables as late as December.

Many of these plants can tolerate light frost, which may even help sweeten the vegetables. A handful of unique factors need to be taken into consideration when planning fall vegetable gardens. • The summertime location of the garden may still be adequate, but be sure to choose a location that gets eight full hours of sunlight per day. • If using an existing garden site, clear out any detritus from summer plants and any weeds that have sprouted. If you are planting a new garden, remove any turf before tilling the soil. • Amend the soil with sand, compost, manure fertilizer, and any other nutrients needed depending on the types of vegetables you intend to grow. • While fall vegetables can be grown successfully from seeds, it may be more time-friendly to work from larger transplants. • Some plants may need a little protection as they grow if temperatures begin to dip. Cover with a blanket, cardboard box or plastic tunnel to insulate. Remember to water accord-

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The Eden Public Library is located at 598 S. Pierce Street, Eden, NC. Eden Library during the month of September: Eden Library in October: Weekly Events: • Knitting, Crocheting, and Sewing Social Time: Mondays from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. • Computer Classes Time: Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. • Preschool Story Time Time: Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Location: Eden Library • Toddler Story Time Time: Thursdays from 11:15 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. • Chess Club, Time: Fridays from 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. starting October 1 Monthly Event: • Lego Club - 3rd Thursday of the Month (Thursday, October 21) from 4 p.m. until 5 p.m. Open to all ages Special Events: • Friends of the Eden Library Raffle Starts Friday October 1. The Friends of the Eden Library is holding a Raffle to collect money to help support the Eden Library. Purchase a Raffle ticket for a chance to win your choice of the prizes in our case. One ticket will be pulled every two weeks starting October 31st and ending once the final prize has been given out. The winners will get to pick their prizes until the last prize is chosen. • Halloween Trivia Night - Monday October 11, at 6 p.m. Join us for a night of Halloween themed trivia! Prizes will be awarded to our winners! Trivia Night is a free program sponsored by the Friends of the Eden Library. • Halloween Movie Night - Wednesday October 13, at 3:00 p.m. The library will be showing: The Adam's Familly • Lego Mindstorm Robotics - Thursday, Oct 14 4-5pm. For ages 13-18 • Book Character Day Time: Thur, Oct 28 3:305:00pm Come dressed as your favorite book character and enjoy themed crafts and activities.

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

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Perkins married 29 June 1844 in Guilford County to James T. Wright; Sophia D. Moore, born circa 1831 who married 23 May 1853 in Rockingham to James Massey; Martha Moore who married 13 October 1841 in Rockingham County to Robert Scott. Sarah’s husband, Isaac Moore, was deceased by 2 Feb 1836 when his will was probated in Guilford County. She did not remarry for another nine years at which time she married John A. Smith on the 3rd day of June 1845. The marriage bond is recorded in Guilford County. John A. Smith apparently lived but a few years after their marriage as Sarah married a third time to Nathan Massey, the husband of her deceased sister, Elizabeth Peeples, 5 January 1848 in Guilford County. By 1850, Sarah was living back in Rockingham County where she is recorded on the census with her third husband, Nathan Massey. Living with them were her unmarried daughter, Sophere D. Moore, and her granddaughter, Sarah J. Scott. Her husband Nathan is listed as age 76 and Sarah’s age is listed as age 57. After the death of a wife, it was not unusual for a man to

marry a sister of his deceased wife, as was done by Nathan Massey. Elizabeth Peeples, sister to Sarah, was born 17801790 and she and Nathan Massey married 25 July 1798 (marriage bond date) in Guilford County. At the time of his marriage Elizabeth Peeples, Nathan Massey was already a widower with two young sons John and Thomas. His first marriage was to Sarah Work, daughter of John Work, whom he married in 1794. We do not know exactly when Elizabeth died but it was sometime before 1848. Elizabeth was the mother of five children. Nathan Massey made his will in Rockingham County in July of 1849, but the probate date is not included. We know he was still living when the 1850 census was recorded. Other records indicate that he died in 1852. Sarah, his widow, was well provided for. She was to keep the 150 or 160 acres of land that she had when they had married. She was also to receive a tract of land that Nathan had previously purchased from Allen Peeples. In the Rockingham County Deed Book 2nd S, page 30, we find a marriage contract for Sarah Massey of Rockingham County and Henry Tatum of Guilford County dated 17 June 1853. The contract provided protection of the property that each had owned before the marriage took place. They married a few days later, the 28th of June 1853. At that time, Sarah probably had moved back to Guilford County where her fourth husband resided.

Henry Tatum died 23 August 1858 and is buried in a family cemetery in Guilford County beside his former wife, Betsey who had died in 1849. Sarah was still living in 1860 at which time she was enumerated on the census in Guilford County with her daughter, Sofiah D. Massey and daughter’s husband James Massey. On that census her personal estate is listed as being valued at $2, 700 and her birthplace is given as Rockingham County. Her granddaughter, Sallie Scott, age 13, is still living with the family as she was in 1850 with Sarah and Nathan Massey. Not much more is known about Sarah Peeples Moore Smith Massey Tatum. However, on the Guilford County 1870 Mortality list recorded during the census, there is a Sarah Massey listed as having died in March of that year in Bruce Township at age 76. This would be off only one year for Sarah Peeples, widow of Henry Tatum but I feel that this is likely the same person. It is not known where Sarah is buried.” 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; Website: http://gsrsnc.com/; Elvin Perkins, Jr., GSRS member; Email: Eperkins2@aol.com

Wildlife Commission Gives Update on Mysterious Songbird Disease N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission officials announced that the outbreak affecting songbirds since May 2020 seems to be subsiding and, thanks to diligent reporting by North Carolina residents, it appears not to have notably impacted birds in our state. The mysterious disease was reported in mostly mid-Atlantic and midwestern states, and as far south as Virginia with a few cases in Florida. It affected mostly larger-bodied songbird fledglings, such as blue jays, American robins, European starlings and common grackles. Diseased birds showed an unusual set of symptoms beginning with crusty, swollen eyes that progressed into tremors, an inability to maintain balance and other neurological problems that ultimately ended in death despite best efforts to treat the birds. Multiple state wildlife agencies, conservation organizations and wildlife diagnostic labs have collaboratively tracked the outbreak to try and identify a cause, however its source remains a mystery. Hypothetical causes ranging from the Brood X cicada emergence to a variety of viruses, bacteria and parasites have all been ruled out. In North Carolina, lab results of deceased birds that were reported by the public indi-

cate malnutrition and physical trauma as the cause of death – common hazards for young, inexperienced birds. Additional lab reports are still pending, but biologists don’t anticipate any novel findings. Other reports of sick songbirds in North Carolina mostly involved finches showing signs of common birdfeeder diseases, such as avian conjunctivitis and salmonella poisoning. Reports of other species concluded more typical causes of death, including windows strikes and moving vehicles. Most songbird-related calls to the Wildlife Commission these days are people wanting to know if it’s safe to put their bird feeders back up. If you decide to reinstall your bird feeder, it’s advised to commit to sterilizing your feeders often. Frequent cleaning will help to prevent the spread of common bird diseases such as avian conjunctivitis, salmonella poisoning and aspergillosis in hummingbirds. Salmonella can also make people sick, so feeders should never be cleaned in the same area where food is prepared. Songbird feeders should be sanitized at least every two weeks, and more often in wet or humid conditions. Wildlife officials advise: Remove all remaining seed

and scrub off any debris. Soak feeder in a bleach solution of one-part household bleach to nine-parts water for 10 minutes. Dry the feeder completely before refilling. Hummingbird feeders should be sanitized at least once a week, and more often in wet or humid conditions. Wildlife officials advise: Soak feeder in a bleach solution of one-part household bleach to nine-parts water for 10 minutes. Dry the feeder completely before refilling. Fill with a solution of sugar water, which is one-part table sugar to four-parts water, with no added dyes or any other form of natural or artificial sweetener. Biologists at the Wildlife Commission will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to the public as more information is available. In the meantime, remove bird feeders immediately if sick or dead birds are found near the area and contact the NC Wildlife Helpline for further instructions Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., at 866-318-2401 or email anytime at HWI@ncwildlife.org. If you handle a deceased bird, wear gloves or use an

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Matrimony Creek Nature Trail repaired The upper end of the Matrimony Creek Nature trail was destroyed during flooding caused by Tropical Storm Michael. Public Works began working on repairs to the Matrimony Creek Nature Trail on July 12 after the work plan was approved by all necessary environmental agencies. The work consisted of backfilling the right side of the trail upstream from the creek bank past the three-quarter mile marker. It also entailed installing geo fabric before adding stone work. Large boulders were placed along the creek bank and backfilled with class 2 rip-rap. Black

Songbird Disease... Continued from Page 28 inverted plastic bag. Dispose of the bird in a sealed bag in the household trash or bury it deeply. Keep pets, including pet birds, and children away from sick or dead wild birds. If you’d like to consider an alternative to bird feeders to attract birds and other wildlife to your property, the Wildlife Commission’s Extension Biologist, Falyn Owens, suggests establishing natural foods by planting native trees, shrubs, and flowers. “When it comes to contagious diseases, birds are no different than other wildlife – when they regularly gather in one spot to eat from the same “plate”, they’re also sharing germs can spread diseases to one another,”

willow trees and omni-mix grass seed will be planted along the repaired area to further control erosion. The one-mile trail will also be resurfaced with screenings. All of the repair work was completed by City employees. Duke Energy donated $100,000 to the construction of the trail and former Director of Economic Development Mike Dougherty applied and received a $15,000 grant from Duke Energy for the repairs to the Matrimony Creek Nature Trail. The trail is ready for fall outdoor walkers, hikers and runners to enjoy.

stated Owens. “Native plants are natural sources of food for birds. They provide seeds, nuts, nectar, berries, and support the native insects that most songbirds need to survive their first few weeks of life. Plant life also allows birds to feed without congregating around a single food source, reducing the risk of disease transmission.”

Fall is an excellent time for planting. Native plants that benefit birds can be found on the Audubon North Carolina website.

Explore Eden Gildan Yarns Gildan Yarns is reinvesting in their facility on Meadow Road. When they purchased Comfort Colors and Anvil Shirts along with other acquisitions, they greatly increased their number of SKUs. They will be introducing more automation to help with the increase. Spray Cotton Mills The owner of Spray Cotton Mills has communicated his intent to move forward to redevelop the property. Plans include 94 new apartments with the possibility of opening access to the Smith River. Ice Cream Shop A new ice cream ahop has opened at 633 Monroe Street just inside Sophisticated Rubbish. They offer scoops, cones, floats and sundaes. Sophisticated Rubbish just celebrated their two-year anniversary during RiverFest. About the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Since 1947, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has been dedicated to the conservation and sustainability of the state’s fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use and public input. The Commission is the state regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws and provides programs and opportunities for wildliferelated educational, recreational and sporting activities.

Uptown Space Two buildings have become available for rent in Uptown Eden; one located at 626 Washington Street and another at 605 N. Bridge Street. New Restaurants Several new restaurant concepts are in different stages of progress in Eden. The Hampton Buggy Company is more near completion, another is in progress, sort of Chick-Fil-A meets a sports bar and then another in its infancy, at 615/617 Washington Street. Boulevard Food Truck Rodeo The Boulevard Merchants Assoc. are again hosting a food truck rodeo Saturday, October 2 from 11:00-4:00. They will have some favorites as well as new trucks and retail vendors.

then follow it up Saturday, October 30 with a chili cook off at participating businesses Uptown. Look for more details to follow. Eden Chamber Inaugural Otter Run The Chamber hosted an inaugural fun run along the Smith River Green Way Saturday, September 11. The run was coordinated with G&D Recording Studio, Get Fit Eden, Reynold’s Brewery, the Eden YMCA and the Carolina Kool Band. The event was a resounding success and expects to grow exponentially next year.

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Higher earnings today don't necessarily replace those in ealier years because of the inflation adjustment. For example, someone with $50,000 in 1990 earnings would need to earn more than about $115,000 in today's dollars to replace the earlier year. And keep in mind that your benefit computation uses only the dollars which you paid SS taxes on. So, someone earning $500,000 this year would, for benefit computation purposes, only get credit for $142,800 in earnings because the latter amount is what Social Security FICA (or Self Employment) taxes were paid on. It is from your highest-earning 35 year history that your Average Indexed Monthly Earnings or "AIME" is determined, followed by yet another formula to convert your AIME to your "primary insurance amount" or "PIA." Your PIA is what you are entitled to in the month you attain your full retirement age (FRA). If you claim before your full retirement age you'll get less than your PIA, and if you claim after your FRA, you'll get more than your Primary Insurance Amount. If

you delay claiming past your full retirement age, you’ll earn delayed retirement credits (DRCs) up to age 70, at which time your benefit could be as much as 29% more than your PIA. Of course, you can also claim at any time between your FRA and age 70 to get all DRCs you’ve earned to the point you claim. So, as you can see, the Social Security benefit you get will be determined by two main things - your 35 year lifetime earnings history, and the age at which you claim. You can't do much now to change your 35 year earnings history (short of returning to work and having very high current earnings), but you can control when you claim. And that decision, of course, should consider your health and your life expectancy, how badly you need the money, and your marital status. Your marital status is important if your spouse can collect a spousal benefit from your record, or if you are concerned about the amount your survivor(s) will receive if you die first.

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From the Desks of Eden City Hall ADMINISTRATION Division of Design & Construction Street Resurfacing The City’s fall street resurfacing contract will be getting underway sometime around the first of October. Waugh Asphalt, Inc. out of Franklinville, N.C. will be the prime contractor. The following street sections will be resurfaced in conjunction to the project: Henry Street (Jay Street to Moncure Street), Knight Street (NC 14/Van Buren Road to Oleander

Drive), Taft Street (NC 14/Van Buren Road to Pierce Street), Park Road (Church Street to Tolbert Street) and Mill Avenue (High Street to the end of pavement). Construction is expected to last two to three weeks. Crews will be working between the hours of 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily. The City will put out freestanding “No Parking on the Street” signs the day before the work starts. Please do not park in the street while the signs are erected. Any vehicle found parked in the street at the time of construction will be towed at the owner’s expense. Please slow

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RiverFest Riverfest was held on September 17 and 18 in Uptown Eden. Visitors enjoyed close to 100 vendors, food, live music all day, river excursions, BMX Show, Ax Throwing, Butterfly Experience, Kids Zone and so much more. Music headliners were the Cat 5 Band, and Jim Quick & Coastline Heritage & Heroes Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 16 and make sure you are at Freedom Park between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. We are going to be showcasing the American Veterans Traveling Tribute to the Vietnam Wall. This is an 80% replica of the real wall in Washington, D.C. Along with the wall, you will be able to enjoy music from the 82nd Airborne Choir and others, JROTC Drills, military vehicle display, food, activities for kids and a Veterans Speakers Tent. Admission is free. Eden License Plates You can now purchase “Eden Small Town Big Outdoors” license tags for the front of your vehicle. The cost is $10 per tag and they can be purchased in the Finance Department or the Marketing/Customer Service Department, both located at Eden City Hall. Display it proudly! PARKS AND RECREATION

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Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. and on Fridays from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Those attending may participate in basketball, pickleball, track walking or the playground. The Mill Avenue Recreation Center offers the same services with the addition of a baseball field while Bridge Street has tennis courts. Freedom Park Open daily from dawn to dusk, this park offers a walking track, nature trail, skateboard park, basketball courts, miniature golf (open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 4-7 p.m.), playground, dog park, picnic shelters and an amphitheater. Garden of Eden Senior Center The Garden of Eden Senior Center is open weekdays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and offers paint classes, mahjongg, pickleball (mornings and evenings offsite), exercise classes, cornhole, knit and crochet, strength and balance, legal aid, quilt guild, Friends Club, bingo, watercolor classes, craft classes, senior technology classes and card games, along with assistance and referral for seniors. The center’s community garden is producing and vegetables are being given away. Software is currently being setup to enable staff to email participants newsletters and calendars in order to keep them informed of services and programs they might be interested in. Special Events A Fall Festival/Concert in the Park/Cruz-In is set for the Freedom Park Amphitheater on Saturday, October 30th starting at 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Concessions will be available. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the FUN! Sports Programs The City’s cornhole league is traveling around to the different parks and trails on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The department is now practicing for an Adult Co-ed Softball League for those aged 16 and up. This league plays Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 6:30 p.m. at Freedom Park. The Prowlers football teams are practicing on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 - 7:30 p.m. The Prowler cheerleaders are practicing on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays. Registration is closed for both the football and cheerleading programs now. PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Collections Payments received for code enforcement fees during the month of August consisted of $467.22 from Rockingham County Tax Department and $350 by the City.

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From the Desks of City Hall... Continued from Page 30 Community Appearance Commission The commission granted the Community Appearance Award to Reynolds Brewery for the extraordinary efforts in tranforming the property at 354 W. Meadow Road into a beautiful location. Grants Staff was notified by the grant consultant for CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization for the Draper area that the City could begin requesting income verification documents and schedule home inspections as soon as it could provide an Attorney’s Title Opinion. All documents for the CDBGCV have been submitted to the N.C. Department of Commerce. The City is presently awaiting to receive the release of funds notification. Jean Harrington Pocket Park Dedication The Henry Street park dedication for Jean Harrington was held on August 21, during the Touch-A-Truck event. Friends and family joined in the celebration of the dedication. Spray Cotton Mill Local Landmark An application for landmark designation was received and staff began working on a report for the property. Plans are to possibly submit finished report to Council in the fall. Downtown and Economic Development Activities The Boulevard Staff assisted the Boulevard Merchants with planning the food truck rodeo on October 2nd from 11am - 4pm. Staff also worked with the P.I.C.K. program to locate class options on The Boulevard. Draper Staff met with developers who had interest in the former Draper Elementary School. Uptown Eden A resolution to research the possibility of a roundabout was supported by Eden City Council at the August City Council meeting.

Eden’s Annual Sewer Report By: Melinda Ward, Wastewater Superintendent

Each year every municipality, county and private corporation with a public sewer collection and treatment system is asked to send in a report for their previous year’s activities. This is a requirement by the State for their records, but it is also a way to report to the citizens in each community what their system is like and how it has been performing. This article serves only as a summary of the report, but I urge anyone inter-

ested to read the report in its entirety on the City’s webpage at www.edennc.us under Documents or on Public Works page. In February of 2017, the City received its EPA Administrative Order by Consent. The City had until February 2022 to complete all of the required improvements to its collection system, but COVID has caused multiple issues that have delayed our efforts. We have requested an extension since several projects have not been able to begin, but we have yet to receive a confirmation. It should extend to the summer of 2024. While new crews work around town, our own Collection and Distribution crews continue to search and fix new issues that arise. This past year, they have responded to and repaired 31 Inflow & Infiltration problems, cleared 132 blockages, cleaned over 17 miles of sewer line, and inspected over 12 miles of sewer line with a special sewer camera. The past report showed 17 different events with 628,500 gallons overflowing. The current report shows 13 events with just 149,385 gallons overflowing. That is a significant improvement, but still a problem. The improvements that will be made over the next couple of years should help prevent a lot of the weather-related events, but other failures in our system are hard to control. We have to rely on our citizens to be better educated about the effects of trash in our system. Two of these overflows were due to a buildup of disposable wipes. Toilets are not trash cans and no system is designed to handle excessive amounts of trash and grease from multiple households! PLEASE only flush toilet paper. If you have to use anything else, PLEASE put it in the trash! Our systems are not able to handle all of this. The treatment system for the City consists of one wastewater treatment plant, but it also took over the small plant now called the New Street Wastewater Treatment Plant in August 2020. It was an old facility that was no longer operational, but still accepted a very small amount of domestic waste from a nearby office. It only discharged four times in 11 months for a total average of only 0.0162 MGD. A pump station is being planned for this location. As soon as it is complete, the small facility will be closed. Mebane Bridge Wastewater Treatment plant can treat up to 13.5 million gallons a day, but for the past twelve months, the facility only averaged 3.994 million gallons a day. Much of our plant is original from 1967. Age has taken its toll on our structures, but our Maintenance and Operations staff do a fantastic job in keeping everything running properly. A small portion of the NC Bond money was used to reconfigure our solids treatment to prepare us for future growth. The work is now complete and the new system is in use and working great. Not only does this work help us to improve the treatment, but it also saves

money in electricity and chemicals. With all of these changes, the City’s nine operators continue to work together to efficiently produce a high quality effluent. For the tenth year in a row, the City was able to report no violations for a full twelve-month period. The operations staff does an excellent job in maintaining and improving operations, keeping an eye on the little details of each process, learning about new and promising treatment options, and showing pride in their work. As a City, we are doing as much as we can with what resources we have to update our infrastructure and better protect the rivers that helped form this community. Most events are out of our control, such as flooding from heavy rains, but many problems that occur can be prevented by you as a community being educated and aware. Our grease program has helped educate area restaurants, but there is still a significant amount of grease that can come from residents that dispose of grease improperly. Remember to wipe all dishes into the trash and never pour grease into the sink. If you do have a garbage disposal, remember that this is not a trash can. You still have to scrape all solids into the trash. The disposal is only designed for the little scraps that make it through. Also, wipes of various kinds still make it into the system. Many times they cause blockages in the lines, but they can sometimes make it to the plant, wreaking havoc along the way. Wipes are supposed to be disposed of in the trash can, no matter what kind they are. Some may say that they are flushable, but in the fine print, they limit it to no more than two. Other brands, even at a limit of two, can meet other wipes in the system and eventually form a very tough bundle that takes hours of our workers’ time to remove. When problems are in specific areas of town, we try to get out informative brochures or door hangers that cover how to prevent the problems. If you ever receive one of these, make sure that you take it seriously. All efforts by our citizens are appreciated and needed. There is information on the website if you would like to learn more. If you have any further questions about our sewer system or want to know even more, please feel free to contact the City.

Eden: Loose leaf collection 2021-22 The City of Eden’s annual loose-leaf collection will begin October 4 and end March 4. The following is the schedule but please keep in mind that weather, equipment and the amount of debris to be collected may alter the schedule at times: If your garbage collection day is Monday, leaves will be picked up Tuesday. If your garbage collection day is Tuesday, leaves will be picked up Monday. If your garbage collection day is Thursday, leaves will be picked up Friday. If your garbage collection day is Friday, leaves will be picked up Thursday. There are some exceptions to the schedule. • Parts of the Central area (Stadium Drive towards Kings Highway), Highland Drive and Dameron Street are targeted for collection on Wednesdays. • Monday is leaf collection day for the Northridge area. • Friday garbage collection and leaf collection will be on the same day for the following areas: NC 135 and NC 770 taking in all streets on both sides of NC 135 to Harrington Highway (including all streets in Indian Hills and both sides of Brammer Road from NC 135 to NC 770); Harrington Highway from NC 135 to NC 770 taking in both

sides of Harrington Highway and both sides of Beddingfield Road to the dead-end on the fire station side only; and NC 770 from Harrington Highway’s right side only back to NC 135. Please keep in mind that leaves must be at the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day. Leaves should not be placed in the traveled portion of the roadway as traffic would be impeded. Place leaves at a location away from any objects such as parked cars, low-hanging tree limbs, power/phone/cable lines, catch basins and drainpipes. It is important that leaves are not placed in the actual ditch to prevent potential flooding caused by such a practice. Sticks, rocks, bricks and any foreign type objects should be kept out of the leaves as they can cause severe damage to the collection equipment. You are encouraged to keep leaves on your property and compost when possible by implementing a backyard composting project. Residents who want leaves for gardening purposes should contact the Street Division for information on signing up for delivery of leaves by the truckload. For additional information regarding leaf collection services, contact Darren Gatewood at 623-2110, ext. 3060.

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Youth Outdoor Hunting & Safety Day Youth Outdoor Hunting & Safety Day returns on October 2nd (Rain Date Oct. 16th) 9am 1pm on 861 Rocky Ford Road, Reidsville, NC This free annual event is for all ages. Lessons and demonstrations in in shooting, archery, fishing, and more. This event is presented by the Rockingham County Hunting & Wildlife Advisor Committee, Rockingham County board of commissioners, Rockingham County Govdernment, City of Reidsville and NC Wildlife Resource Commission. Hotdogs and chips will be provided by Shooters, Inc. TShirst by Barrier 1 Systems. Smokey the Bear will be wandering around and watche the K9 demonstrations as well. So much more, come out and enjoy the day!

holes, donated money and items for a raffle and awards for the top three winning teams for the tournament. Anita Jennette, Anita’s Angels team captain and a fourteen-year cancer survivor, was delighted with the participation and generosity demonstrated by the community. After not being able to have the annual tournament last year due to COVID, Jennette and her husband Keith were amazed at the number of participants who declared they really missed playing for the event. And after a short lunch of Domino’s pizza, the shot gun sounded, and the golf carts headed out to the lovely green links. First place winners were the team of Daniel Abbruscato, Robert Keck, Dan Cross, and Jordan Cross. Second place winners went to the team of Jerry Holland, David Myers, Todd Summerlin, and Benny Martin. Third place winners consisted of Dave Morton, John Moore, Mark Morton, and Wade Moore. And the Crying Towels were awarded to the team of William Stokes, Timmy Young, Kirk Mullins, and Sam Gover. Closest to the pin winners were Robert Keck, John Wheeler, Ken Littlejohn, and Justin Jennette. Special thanks to David Wise, Brian Shockley, Andy Brown, and Garfield’s for donations for the hole winners. After all the tallying was done, $10,200.00 was raised to donate to Relay for Life. All proceeds go to cancer research and to assist patients and caregivers in finding the information and aid that is critical to support them in the fight against cancer. The Anita’s Angels team consists of Anita Jennette, Michelle Curry, Cindy White, Debra Stowe, Bonnie Byrd, Janice Griffin, Lorrie Meade, and Kathy Stultz. The Angels would like to thank Keith Jennette, Johnny White, Kenny Curry, Cindy White, Dan Cross and Justin Jennette for their help with set up and tear down of the event. The Angels would also like to express their gratitude to the Oak Hills Golf Club, Kenan Wright, David Tucker, Steve Morgan, Bobby Adams, and Staff. The team would especially like to thank the sponsors of this year’s event: A K Emporium A & B Pest Control Abbey Hawthorne DDS Affordable Appliance Service BD&G Property Preservation Billy Finney-Finney's Concrete C. S. Lawncare Cables Enterprise, LLC Carolina Dune Buggies, Inc. Carolina-Virginia Animal Hosp. Carter's Auto Repair Chaney's Restaurant Clay Kriechbaum/ OMG Creative Design Cosmetic Concrete Solutions, LLC David Price Autoworks, UC Davis Appraisal Service Dick's Drive In Domino's

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Morehead Moments MHS Panthers @ The Eden Chamber Coffee Hosted by United Way of Rockingham County Rockingham County Schools (RCS) is excited to share about their new pre-apprenticeship Teaching As A Profession (TAAP) program offered to seniors on the MHS campus! Seniors Ainsley Prytle and Madisyn Doyle along with their teacher Erika Bigelow, Career

Development Coordinator (CDC) Christy Hensley, and RCS Apprenticeship Coordinator Lydia Craddock shared about their enrollment in the TAAP I & II courses as well as their upcoming field experience second semester at Central Elementary in the kindergarten

classrooms. Lydia Craddock explained the post secondary opportunity of earning a preteaching associates degree with RCC while working as a Teaching Assistant for RCS. Amazing opportunities await our students who are committed to investing in the lives of others through teaching. Several RCS/MHS/RCC Student Services Staff Members (Hensley, Harb, Oney, Craddock, Galloway) have been involved in sharing Career & College Presentations with the MHS students over the past couple of weeks. Students are directed to set goals and make a plan detailing their unique career planning journey. Our mission is to help students graduate with a passionate best fit plan for their future based on various self assessments, coursework, interest, as well as their gifts/talents.

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Avery James of Madison and member of Girl Scout Troop 2171 traveled to Huntsville, Alabama over the summer to participate in the Space Academy as part of the Girl Scouts Destinations program. James was one of 12 girls who got to experience the Space Academy where she learned about the different activities astronauts do a daily basis and even got to try out the Gravity Chair. “I love space, and this trip made me think about my future career and how to explore and find opportunities in S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math),” said James. “I hope to work for NASA one day.” Every year, Girl Scouts in grades 6-12 can apply to attend a Girl Scout Destinations trip. Sponsored by Girl Scouts of the USA, Destinations allow girls to pick from a variety of travel

Sara Harb, MHS College Adviser; Christy Hensley, MHS Career Development Coordinator; Mary Oney, MHS Counselor Intern from UNCG; MHS Seniors Ainsley Pyrtle & Madisyn Doyle; Erika Bigelow MHS Career & Technical Education Business/Education/Marketing Teacher

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locations, immersing themselves in a new environment, developing leadership skills and meeting girls from across the country. James encourages other Girl Scouts to take advantage of this opportunity if they can. “It’s an experience that you can’t have anywhere else,” she said.

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Tracing the projected image onto the Irving Ave wall

This is the completed Irving Ave mural

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Tracing the projected image of left-half of the Washington St mural

Not yet complete, but coming along nicely on Washington St. I enjoyed painting the train section.

Artistic Murals honor special parts of town By John Mark Daniel of Eden

The three part mural series in Eden started in the summer of 2019 after I graduated college, where I studied community art. I wanted to paint a mural honoring the history of Draper before it was incorporated into Eden along with Leaksville and Spray. I gave a one week class on collage to some local children and then later they helped me paint the mural. In the fall of 2020 I saw that there were artist support

grants offered by the NC Arts Council. I thought I could apply and if I received the grant I could use the funding to finish a mural to honor the histories of Leaksville and Spray. I came back to Eden in June this year with the plan to complete the mural for Spray and Leaksville in two weeks. Because of budget and time restraints we weren't able to complete the mural honoring Leaksville on Washington St.

With the help of Eden Downtown Development, we planned to pick the project back up in August. The only problem was that I couldn't be there because I am currently in a masters program in Mexico. Thankfully Bret Hart, Mary Ryan, my old art teacher Bonnie Luckie and some local youth stepped up to the plate to get the last mural done. All three murals were designed by going through

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Welding students earn certifications Nine students in the Welding program at Rockingham Community College have passed a total of 20 qualification tests in their field. Certification tests included Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). Each test measured the welder’s skills in depositing weld metal in multiple positions, and included a bend test of their welded v-groove plates to determine if the weld meets criteria of governing codes and procedures. The testing was done by a Certified Welding Inspector. The following students passed qualification tests: Lucas Cain of Madison – SMAW, GMAW, FCAW Eric Craig of Eden – SMAW, GMAW, FCAW Annie Tredway of Stoneville – SMAW, GMAW, FCAW Michael Walker of Reidsville – SMAW, GMAW, FCAW Kolby Bullins of Madison – SMAW, GMAW Logan Snead of Eden – GMAW, FCAW Harrison Hackley of Browns Summit – GMAW, FCAW Trenton Wood of Lincolnton – SMAW Christian Hill of Madison – FCAW The plates the students used for their tests were paid for by a grant through the RCC Foundation. For more information on RCC’s Industrial Technologies programs including Welding, visit www.rockinghamcc. edu/ programs/industrial-technologies-programs/ or call 336-342-4261 ext. 2333.

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WLD SMAW.jpg - RCC students who passed their Shielded Metal Arc Welding certifications are, from left, Trenton Wood, Michael Walker, Eric Craig, Lucas Cain, Kolby Bullins, and Annie Tredway.

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Engineering, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and other degrees that will support North Carolina’s workforce development in critical areas,” he continued. The chancellor noted that the magazine “U.S. News & World Report” ranks UNCW as one of the top 100 public universities in the nation. “UNCW is eager to continue recruiting great students to our diverse and exciting university and we know this partnership with Rockingham Community College will help us do just that,” Sartarelli said. “I know that you very much value the quality of your students, both curriculum as well as other students. We want to welcome them into UNCW as their new family. I’m very excited about the prospects for the future. Together I think we can build a much greater and better path for our students.” The first step for RCC students joining the UNCW Pathway to Excellence is to contact email admissions@uncw. edu. UNCW is the latest partnership that RCC has forged with a four-year university. For more information on any transfer program, please call 336-342-4261 ext. 2333.

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Brison Knowles, another recent RCHS graduate, works in HVAC with his neighbors.

David Dickens graduated from Rockingham Early High School in May - and took HVAC classes at RCC while he was there.

Luke Hazelwood, a member of RC High School Class of 2021, began taking HVAC in fall 2020 through the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, while in high school.

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President of EPFFA notes how helping others isn’t political By Joe Powell, President

As President of Eden Professional FireFighters Association (EPFFA) since its reorganization in 2014, I would’ve never thought I’d ever have to publicly defend the EPFFA or any of its members, but in light of a couple of recent FaceBook posts I feel I have to do this now. I ask of you to please read this in its entirety as it is lengthy, but full of information that should bring clarity of our organization and its members. Recently an individual, who lists their residence as Wentworth and a graduate of Wentworth High School posted on Facebook. This individual also stated within their posts that they are NOT a taxpayer or resident of Eden and cannot vote in the upcoming election. However, this Individual shamed and questioned the integrity of EPFFA members Bernie Moore and Darryl Carter for being members of the EPFFA while serving on the Eden City Council. In one post they even referred to them as lobbyists. The EPFFA is composed of retired or active full time members of the Eden Fire Department (EFD). The organization was originally chartered on August 13, 1979 and reorganized on August 4, 2014. The reason for this reorganization was so that the members of the EFD could do fund raisers and be able to give back to the community. In researching the EPFFA of 1979, we realized that there are some great benefits to being affiliated at the state level with the Professional FireFighters and Paramedics of NC (PFFPNC) and at the international level with the International Association of FireFighters (IAFF). These benefits include free life insurance, group purchasing benefits and other corporate amenities for being a member of the IAFF. In addition the IAFF provides free grant writing assistance and free fire response district mapping assistance to its local officers to assist their Fire Departments. Basically, we act simply as a civic organization with great supplemental benefits and assistances that also connects us with our brother and sister firefighters across this great state, the US and Canada. Due to the small town atmosphere of our community, we voted early on to not get involved politically at any level (local, state or national). Our association will not endorse any political candidate or issue; however each individual member may exercise their constitutional right to support anyone or any position they choose. And also just simply to clarify, NO association dues are used politically, as it is illegal to do this. Association monies that support political candidates or views come from outside donations and must be kept in a separate “Political Action Committee” (PAC) fund account. Your Eden Professional FireFighters

do NOT even have a PAC fund account!!! Several years ago a rumor was started that we were endorsing an opponent to an incumbent City Councilperson. This was not true and contacts were made with that council person to insure them that we were not working against them and we looked forward to continuing our working relationship with this council member. As cancer is now the number one killer of firefighters, here in North Carolina, the PFFPNC along with its local affiliates have supported the passing of state legislation to include specific cancer benefits for firefighters. These benefits are available to ALL firefighters (paid or volunteer, union or nonunion) Since North Carolina is an “employment at will” state, this means that there is no guarantee for employment and absolutely no collective bargaining rights. The employee works at the will of the employer. As such, as far as the small town of Eden, no benefits can be afforded one select group of employees over another. Since 2014 the only added benefit given EFD members was the reinstatement of 2 overtime paid holidays. This benefit afforded overtime pay for those individuals that were required to be on duty those Holidays. This benefit is applied to ALL city employees required to be on duty those holidays. This includes Fire, Police, Water Treatment and Waste Water treatment employees. As far as the Eden City Council, Bernie Moore and Darryl Carter are only 2 votes out of 7. In order for a motion to pass, it requires 4 council votes so Moore and Carter cannot get any item passed without 2 additional votes. So as you can see no one or two or even three council members can benefit any one select group. It’s now 2021 and Moore and Caters have both been members of the EPPFA since its reorganization in 2014 and in that time, each has been elected twice by the voters to serve and continue to serve on City Council. The individual on facebook noted that they had done research and no other elected official throughout our county serves on organizations such as the EPFFA. I would ask this individual to really do some impartial research and they will find that many elected officials and current candidates for political office DO serve on boards, on committees or are simply members of other civic or nonprofit organizations. I ask you, is this not the same? Since 2014 all monies raised by the EPFFA have been put directly back into our community. In a short 7 years, your EPFFA has donated more than $80,000 in monies or materials to several organizations not only in our city, but throughout our county as well. These include: Muscular Dystrophy, Hospice,

In honor of the City of Eden non-management administrative employees, on August 17, at the Eden City Council meeting, the Eden Professional FireFighters Local 2723 presented Flavel Collins from Hospice of Rockingham County with a check for $500. A great big Thank You to our people behind the people that ease the day to day operations for the City of Eden.

and Relay for Life, the March of Dimes, the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, the Eden Preservation Society, Special Olympics, the Autism Society, and Bikes for Kids, various Animal Shelters, various scholarship funds and NEW coats for kids at several county elementary schools and Sheriff Page’s Fans for the elderly. Taking 2020 out of the equation due to covid19, that’s an average of over $13,000 per year we’ve invested directly back into our community. In addition, we maintain a positive presence in our community as we have had booths and displays at both Riverfest and Touch-A-Truck. A few years ago at Eden City Hall, the City of Eden and the FireFighters Association co-sponsored a stop of the Pink Heals tour which is a nationally known fire based

organization showcasing Pink Fire Apparatus that promotes Breast Cancer Awareness throughout the US and Canada. In closing, I’d like to say that our association has always had a good rapport and working relationship with Eden City Council, Eden City Administration and Eden Fire Administration. We strive to continue these relationships no

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matter the individuals in these roles. Finally, we’d like to thank the community for their continued support of the Eden Professional FireFighters Association and the City of Eden Fire Department. Sincerest appreciation, Joe Powell, President Eden Professional FireFighters Association

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Leaves... Continued from Page 33 direction of people or pets, as debris can be blown about and cause injury. • Stretch out before raking leaves. Warm up muscles beforehand so they are less likely to cramp. UPMC experts suggest taking a short walk prior to raking to stimulate circulation. • Use proper raking form. Much like snow shoveling, one should emphasize proper posture when raking, with legs slightly bent and weight distributed evenly. Hold the rake handle close to the body and keep one hand near the top of the rake for better leverage. • Use the proper gear. A leaf rake fans out like a triangle and comes in various widths. Choose a lightweight material that can be easily maneuvered. A metal

rake is for stones and dirt and shouldn’t be used for leaves. To get between bushes, a smaller version of a leaf rake, called a shrub rake, should be used.

• Wear protective gear. When raking or leaf blowing, protect your eyes against debris. You also may want to use a mask to prevent inhalation of leaf mold and other particulates. Gloves can protect hands from blisters. • Follow manufacturers’ directions. Read the instructions for powered leaf blowers, and never modify the device in an unauthorized way. • Use a tarp and lift wisely. Rake

leaves onto a tarp that can be dragged to a garbage pail or to the curb for municipal pick up. For those who must lift bags of leaves, do so by bending at the knees, not from the waist. • Wear sunscreen. Protect skin from the sun. Even though temperatures are cooler in the fall, this does not mean the sun’s rays are any less harmful. Also, take breaks to rehydrate frequently. • Use a secure ladder. When removing leaves from gutters, be sure the ladder is sturdy and secure. Consider having a friend serve as a spotter, holding on to the ladder to offer greater security. Do not overextend to stretch for leaves. If at any time during leaf cleanup you feel sharp or dull, incessant pains, stop working. Listen to your body’s signals and start the task anew the next day or when you feel better.

Guardian Ad Litem Needs Volunteers Did you know that right now in Rockingham County there are over 200 abused and neglected children in foster care? Each one of these children needs someone like you to be their voice in court. They need someone to visit with them at least once a month to make sure all of their needs are being met. This also includes letting the Court know what their wishes are. Are you able to dedicate a few hours each month to a child in foster care? If so, please consider becoming a Guardian ad Litem volunteer.

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

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October • Get soil tested and add amendments as needed • Use shredded leaves throughout garden to provide an economical form of mulch. Whole leaves collect water which encourages mold. • Turn compost pile or use garden debris and shredded leaves to start a new compost pile • Apply slug bait to prevent them from reproducing this fall which will mean fewer slugs next spring • Plant evergreens, deciduous trees, and shrubs; water through the winter • Make sure all vacationing houseplants are back inside • Wash off plants well with a hose and spray with insecticidal soap if pests are evident • Continue planting garlic • Clear away dead foliage from beds • Dry and save seed • Take cuttings of tender perennials • Harvest and dry or freeze herbs for winter use • Remove green tomatoes from plants. Either ripen in a brown paper bag or lift the entire plant and hang upside down in a warm spot • Clean and put away empty containers and garden ornaments • Clean and sharpen gardening tools • Clean bird feeders and continue feeding through the winter • Keep bird baths clean • Plant spring bulbs • Sow seeds of hardy annual, perennial, and biennial flowers throughout the month • Give your garden a fresh look with pansies, Johnny Jump Ups, and ornamental kale and cabbage