Rutherford Everyday November/December Edition by Joy Mabry

Volume I, Issue 11 - November/December 2013

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Downtown Forest City Celebrates Beautifully A Hometown Holiday Tradition

A Host of Holiday Happenings For November and December Chamber of Commerce

Honoring A Life of Scouting A Rare Bird Indeed

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State educational leaders visited Rutherford County Schools to study technology in area classrooms. Teaching and learning environments have been greatly enhanced by digital tools.

Good News

The sixty-voice Rutherford Community Chorus will continue a holiday tradition with a presentation of Handel’s Messiah on December 3. The presentation is open to the public and marks the official beginning of the holiday season.

Hometown Christmas

Forest City offers a winter wonderland of beautiful lights and memory-making family festivities. This year’s opening ceremonies will include Community Action Grant awards from a “LIKE”able entity.

Mission for a Mission

Grace of God Rescue Mission will receive an offering from the community, hosted by a local business owner. Canned goods and staple items delivered to Thera-Ssage during the holidays will be used to feed the hungry in our county. RUTHERFORDEVERYDAY.COM •

Everyday Chatter

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is the Season! Welcome to Rutherford Everyday Magazine’s holiday issue, featuring Forest City Downtown Events and many other holiday happenings across our beautiful county.

Mother Nature has been confused this year. Spring was not really spring and summer was certainly not summer. And we could still be waiting for fall. Yet, the calendar says the holidays are here. We are assembling the November-December issue during flip-flop weather. It is midOctober, with the sun shining brightly and calling us out to play. We understand that appalling feeling that retail merchants must experience when they carefully set up their Christmas displays just after Labor Day, and shoppers use their cell phones to snap pictures to send with the caption .… “Really????” Are the holidays really here? And yes, they are! The signals surround us. All over the county, school bands, arts groups, symphonies and church groups are rehearsing Christmas presentations. Civic groups are meeting over fried chicken and green beans to plan their projects that come along once a year. City employees are perched on ladders and cherrypickers, hanging decorations and banners welcoming visitors and residents to enjoy the festivities. Restaurants and clubhouses are creating a labyrinth of reservations for jolly parties and family celebrations. Grocery stores are stocking the shelves for Norman Rockwell gatherings and armies of volunteers are assembling food pantries and toy closets to make a family’s wishes come true. And our teachers? They are stuffing in those last-minute assignments before a well-deserved break. Forest City is preparing for her own showcase, with close to a million lights and homespun entertainment throughout the season. Residents anticipate the opportunity to ooh and ahh with long-lost friends, but it is estimated that a third of the throng travels from outside our community. They join the merriment, bringing with them an economic boost for area merchants and eateries. So, let’s shed our flip-flops for now and settle for shoes with toes. We will rediscover our sweaters and faux fur hats and scarves and count on Mother Nature to deliver us appropriate weather for all the celebratory smiles that are approaching. We wish you a warm and wonderful holiday season, and encourage you to visit our local merchants for your presents, shoe-box offerings and beautiful trimmings. Focusing on local businesses can make an economic difference in our community. Really!!! PS - As a reminder, Rutherford Everyday wants to help civic clubs, arts groups, places of worship and non-profit organizations publicize their events. If your group has news we can share, contact us at the email addresses below. We will use our growing Facebook page to let our county know about opportunities to help, or to be helped, and to give you a myriad of choices for your holiday celebrations. We LIKE you, would you “Like” us?

Jill Ware Miracle, Freelance Editor jmiracle@rutherfordeveryday.com

Everyday Chatter ...2 Shopping, EVENTS & Entertainment Smith’s Drugs…3 Calendar of Events…4 Our Community A Rare Bird...8 Natural Beauty The Color Debate...9 Community Safety VoIP and 911...10 Home & Garden Rutherford County Board of Realtors...14 Odean Keever & Associates, Inc…15 Education State Education Leaders Learn From Rutherford County Schools...16 Eleven Students Inducted into Honor Society…17 Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy: Welcome Letter 2013...18 Spiritual Community The Good News…21 SPOTLIGHT Christmas in Forest City…22 Pet Health Forest City Pet...24 Health & Wellness Women Together - Save the Date...26 St. Luke’s Hospital to Open New Wing Dedicated to Orthopedic Patients...28 Are You a Mind Reader?...31 Bobcats & Turtles...32 A New Way to Provide Nursing Home Care...33 On a Mission to Help the Mission...34 Hardin’s Drug...36 Rutherford County Chamber It’s A New Day ...23

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CONTENTS

On The Cover: Downtown Forest City lights up brilliantly for the holidays. Photo by Darryl Smith.

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Pick up your free copy of Rutherford Everyday in high traffic areas such as; medical facilities, the Chamber of Commerce, Realtors, advertisers, hair & nail salons, spas, restaurants, boutiques and many other locations throughout the area. Rutherford Everyday distribution includes the following areas in Rutherford county: Bat Cave, Bostic, Caroleen, Chimney Rock, Cliffside, Columbus, Ellenboro, Forest City, Harris, Henrietta, Lake Lure, Lynn , Mill Spring, Spindale, Tryon, Rutherfordton and Union Mills.

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November November 1 7:00 New 5 Cents Music at the Mills Union Mills Learning Center November 1 7:30 East Rutherford at RS Central Football November 1 8:00 Rutherford County Shag Club Forest City Diner Free Shag Lessons and Dance November 3 Daylight Savings Time Ends Fall BACK! November 8 7:30 Chase at East Rutherford Football November 8 7:30 The Celtic Tenors Isothermal Community College To Benefit Rutherford Regional Health Foundation Call 286-9990 for Tickets November 9 9:30 - Noon Salute to Veterans Rutherford County Courthouse Lawn Rain Location National Guard Armory November 11 Veteran’s Day

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November 14 7:00 Carolina Gospel Association Driven Quartet and The Taylors RS Central High School

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Calendar of Events Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver 7:00 Isothermal Community College Foundation Performing Arts Center November 16 11:00 – 12:30 Rutherford County Moose Lodge Toy Ride Puzzle Creek Outdoor November 20 National Educational Support Professionals Day November 21 – 22 $5 Jewelry and Accessories Sale Rutherford Regional Medical Center Norris Biggs Conference Room November 23 6:30 Ellenboro Fiddlers and Bluegrass Convention Ellenboro School Auditorium BBQ Starts at 4:00 November 26 7:30 Shakespeare on Trial Isothermal Community College Foundation Performing Arts Center Call 286-9990 for Tickets November 28 Thanksgiving Day November 28 6:00 – 7:30 Downtown Forest City Christmas Tree Lighting November 29 Beginning at 6:00 Ice Skating in Downtown Forest City Friday and Saturday Nights until Christmas

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December December 1 3:00 Forest City Christmas Parade Downtown Forest City December 3 7:30 Messiah Rutherford Community Chorus First Baptist Church Forest City December 6 7:00 Mountain Oaks Christmas Union Mills Learning Center December 6 6:00 – 9:00 Hayrides in Downtown Forest City Fridays until Christmas December 6 Beginning at 6:00 Ice Skating in Downtown Forest City Fridays and Saturdays until Christmas December 6 Beginning at 6:00 Hayrides in Downtown Forest City Fridays until Christmas December 7 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day December 7 Spindale Christmas Parade 3:30 Rutherfordton Christmas Parade 5:00

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December 7 Beginning at 6:00 Carriage Rides in Downtown Forest City Fridays and Saturdays until Christmas

December 7 7:00 Christmas with the King Isothermal Community College Foundation Performing Arts Center

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Our Community

A Rare Bird

By Jill W. Miracle

One young man in our community recently achieved a rare honor. Adam Blecher was the guest of honor at his Eagle Scout Court of Honor on Saturday, October 12. Adam is a 17-year old student at Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy, and is the son of Robert and Lisa Blecher of Forest City. Adam has been a Boy Scout since he was six years old, and is a member of Troop 129 from Spindale. Adam earned an astounding 40 badges, from Archaeology to Wood Carving. Troop 129 is one of the oldest units in the Piedmont Council, proudly advancing 42 Eagle Scouts since their founding in 1935. Twelve merit badges are required for the Eagle designation. Prior to his Eagle ranking, Adam was selected from his peers to join the Order of the Arrow, awarded to a Scout who best exemplifies the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. Considering the depth of duty, character and citizenship that is inherent in the principles of Scouting, Adam’s selection for the Order of the Arrow was an achievement in itself. Adam says his Scouting involvement has taught him skills and traits that will be used for a lifetime, including confidence, responsibility and moral accountability. The Eagle Scout Court of Honor is an impressive ceremony, celebrating and recognizing the completion of many phases of Scouting. Three percent of all boys who begin Scouting reach the rank of Eagle Scout, the crowning achievement of the Scouting experience. Adam received congratulations and accolades from his Scoutmasters, civic and governmental officials and his peers at his ceremony. He was honored at a reception following the ceremony. The final requirement for an Eagle Scout is the selection and implementation of a service project to benefit an organization outside of Scouting. Adam chose to build a raised-bed vegetable garden at Adaville Baptist Church. Twelve prepared beds, named for the Twelve Tribes of Israel after their exodus from Egypt, were adopted by Sunday School classes of his church. The plots were planted, tended and harvested over the summer and fresh produce was given to families in need through the food bank. In his project summary, Adam indicated that he wanted to create a project that would help a large number of people, and one that would last for years to come. Dr. Cal Sayles, pastor of Adaville Baptist Church, congratulated Adam. “We are so thankful for Adam and his project. He very thoughtfully designed his Eagle Scout project to come alongside a ministry of the church; providing food for the needy in our community. Because of his project, Adaville was not only able to provide canned and dry goods to those needing assistance, but to add fresh garden vegetables. I know his project was a tremendous blessing to many. We are so

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very proud of Adam!” Adam credited his success to his Scoutmasters and other adults in the Troop 129 for their patience and leadership and to his parents for their support. When he was asked what could be done to improve Scouting in our county, he said that more committed adults are needed to instill the same values in other boys. He said that Scouting should receive the same level of publicity as sports and other activities for children. Adam Blecher is a rare bird indeed. He is an Eagle Scout and an example to those who will fly behind him. Rutherford Everyday offers our congratulations to Adam on his success.

Natural Beauty

The Color Debate: Box Color vs. Professional Color By Alicia Davis Whiteside

What is the Difference? Most box colors use a higher volume developer to assure that it will at least produce some kind of results to any hair type, although it may not produce flattering results. For example: Applying a beautiful buttery blond color to your sister’s hair may look great, however it may turn your hair orange. One size does not fit all! Box colors are misleading, professional colors are not. When you pick up a box of color, the model’s hair will look perfect, and you naturally think your hair will look the same. That is NOT true! Do you think the high paid models on the boxes paid only $8.00 for a box of color? No. They paid hundreds of dollars to high-end salons for their beautiful hair. You Get What You Pay For: Paying $8.00 for a box of color sounds cheap compared to paying $50.00 for a professional, but is it really cheaper? What happens when you are trying to achieve a beautiful blond color and your hair turns orange or you are going for that gorgeous light brown shade and now you have black? Now, you are probably going to your nearest professional hair stylist and beg him or her to work a miracle. Your stylist not only has to restore the color, but must also repair the damage from the harsh and unbalanced color you purchased for $8.00. Leave it To the Professionals: Professionals will customize chemical services after considering these factors: • • • • •

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Community Safety

VoIP and 9-1-1 Submitted By Lt. Tammy Aldridge, Director of 911 Communications

If you are considering VoIP or currently have VoIP for your home phone service please read the important information from Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Source: http://www.fcc.gov/guides/voip-and-911-service

VoIP and 911 Service The ability to access emergency services by dialing 911 is a vital component of public safety and emergency preparedness. It is imperative that consumers of telephone service be able to reach emergency services regardless of the technology used to place a 911 call. To ensure that a consumer’s choice of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) for telephone service does not adversely affect that consumer’s ability to access emergency services, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken steps to require that providers of “interconnected” VoIP services (VoIP services that use the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN), including wireless networks, to originate and terminate calls) meet Enhanced 911 (E911) obligations. E911 systems automatically provide to emergency service personnel a 911 caller’s call back number and, in most cases, location information.

What is the Interconnected VoIP Service Interconnected VoIP service allows you to make and receive calls to and from traditional phone numbers using an Internet connection, possibly a high-speed (broadband) Internet connection, such as Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), cable modem, or wireless broadband. It can be used in place of traditional phone service. Typically, interconnected VoIP technology works by either placing an adapter between a traditional phone and Internet connection, or by using a special VoIP phone that connects directly to your computer or Internet connection. While you may choose to use interconnected VoIP service from a single location, like a residence, some inter-

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connected VoIP services can be used wherever you travel, as long as a broadband Internet connection is available. Companies offering interconnected VoIP service call it by a number of different brand names. To find out more about VoIP service, see the FCC’s VoIP consumer guide.

The Public Safety Challenges of VoIP Service Traditional phone services have generally associated a particular phone number with a fixed address. Portable interconnected VoIP service enables consumers to take their home or business phone service almost anywhere. Because certain interconnected VoIP services are portable, or can be used from virtually any Internet connection anywhere, the location of the caller may not be capable of being determined automatically. This portability raises a number of challenges for the emergency services community. Although the FCC has taken action to make sure that emergency calls from these VoIP services will get through to the appropriate public safety authorities, there are still possible differences between VoIP E911 and traditional wireline E911 service, so there are certain things that consumers need to know. When you call 911 from a traditional telephone, the call in most cases is sent to a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) that is responsible for helping people in a particular geographic area or community. PSAP personnel often can automatically identify your location and direct the closest emergency personnel to that location. They also often can automatically identify your telephone number so that they can call you back if you are disconnected. Since VoIP service works differently from traditional phone service, consumers who use it should be aware that VoIP 911 service may also work differently from traditional 911 service. VoIP service providers, in response to FCC action, are making progress in eliminating these differences, but some of the possible differences include: •

VoIP 911 calls may not connect to the PSAP, or may improperly ring to the administrative line of the PSAP**, which may not be staffed after hours, or by trained 911 operators;

VoIP 911 calls may correctly connect to the PSAP, but not automatically transmit the user’s phone number and/or location information;

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VoIP customers may need to provide location or other information to their VoIP providers, and update this information if they change locations, for their VoIP 911 service to function properly;

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VoIP service may not work during a power outage, or when the Internet connection fails or becomes overloaded.

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Limitations of Other VoIP Services •

To reduce these differences and any possible risks to public safety posed by interconnected VoIP 911 service, the FCC has imposed the following requirements: •

All interconnected VoIP providers must automatically provide 911 service to all their customers as a standard, mandatory feature without customers having to specifically request this service. VoIP providers may not allow their customers to “opt-out” of 911 service.

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Before an interconnected VoIP provider can activate a new customer’s service, the provider must obtain from the customer the physical location at which the service will first be used, so that emergency services personnel will be able to locate any customer dialing 911. Interconnected VoIP providers must also provide one or more easy ways for their customers to update the physical location they have registered with the provider, if it changes.

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Interconnected VoIP providers must transmit all 911 calls, as well as a callback number and the caller’s registered physical location, to the appropriate emergency services call center or local emergency authority.

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Interconnected VoIP providers must take appropriate action to ensure that their customers have a clear understanding of the limitations, if any, of their 911 service. All providers must specifically advise new and existing customers, prominently and in plain language, of the circumstances under which 911 service may not be available through the interconnected VoIP service or may in some way be limited in comparison to traditional 911 service. They must distribute labels to all customers warning them if 911 service may be limited or not available and instructing them to place the labels on and/or near the equipment used in conjunction with the interconnected VoIP service.

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Interconnected VoIP providers must obtain affirmative acknowledgement from all existing customers that they are aware of and understand the limitations of their 911 service.

In some areas, emergency service providers are not capable of receiving or processing the location information or call back number that is automatically transmitted with 911 calls. In those areas, interconnected VoIP providers must ensure that a 911 call is routed to the appropriate PSAP.

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Subscribers of VoIP services that do not fully interconnect with the PSTN should be aware that providers of those services are not currently required to comply with the FCC’s 911 and E911 rules.

Tips for Subscribers to Fully Interconnected VoIP Service If you have or are thinking of subscribing to an interconnected VoIP service, you should: •

Provide your accurate physical address to your interconnected VoIP service provider to ensure that emergency services can quickly be dispatched to your location.

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Be familiar with your VoIP service provider’s procedures for updating your address, and promptly update address information in the event of a change.

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Have a clear understanding of any limitations of your 911 service.

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Inform children, babysitters and visitors about your VoIP service and its 911 limitations, if any.

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If your power is out or your Internet connection is down, be aware that your VoIP service may not work. Consider installing a backup power supply, maintaining a traditional phone line or having a wireless phone as a backup.

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If you have questions about whether the phone service you are receiving is an interconnected VoIP service, contact your service provider for further information.

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PSAPs currently lack the technical capability to receive texts, photos and video.

**This does not apply to Rutherford County 911 Communications. We are staffed 24/7 and all of our staff are trained 911 Telecommunicators.

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Home & Garden

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COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS BEST! where you have four seasons, milder temperatures, great pastureland and fantastic mountain views, then you should consider Rutherford County. Rutherford County is located in western North Carolina and is known as being located in the “thermal belt”. A “thermal belt” is a unique weather phenomenon experienced by those areas located in the foothills close to a mountainous region. Here in Rutherford County we enjoy all four seasons, and living close to the mountains, we enjoy those awesome mountain views without the harsh weather.

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Education

State Education Leaders Learn from Rutherford County Schools

By David M. Sutton, Ed.D. Assistant Superintendent

Participants assemble for a panel discussion with school district leaders.

On Wednesday, September 18, 2013, Rutherford County Schools hosted a group of superintendents and chief academic officers from across North Carolina as they joined officials from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) for a statewide Superintendents’ Study Tour aimed at exploring innovative initiatives in digital teaching and learning. Dr. Rebecca Garland, Chief Academic Officer at NCDPI, and Neil Kimrey, Director of Digital Teaching and Learning at NCDPI, were joined by several dozen senior leaders from North Carolina school districts who visited Rutherford County Schools to learn more about its use of 21st century technology tools in its classrooms. Their visit to Rutherford County Schools was the first in a series of school district visits that will continue throughout the year. Participants began their day at the school district’s Cool Springs Administrative Offices, where superintendent Dr. Janet Mason outlined the school district’s Going G.L.O.B.A.L. initiative, described the vision behind the initiative, and reflected on its progress in recent years. Ensuring equitable opportunities for all students to access and learn through the use of 21st century technology tools, she explained, was a driving principle behind the initiative. In particular, she explained how the school district’s 1:1 laptop initiative helped to close the digital divide, leveling the playing field for students by ensuring their ability to learn, communicate, and collaborate with technology resources. Beyond those immediate benefits to students, she also described how the infusion of technology tools in the school district’s classrooms has served to transform teaching practices in recent years, especially in the areas of collaboration and access to high quality instructional resources. Participants traveled from the school district’s administrative offices to East Rutherford High School later that morning, where they were greeted by a team of student ambassadors and a panel of educators and students who spoke about their personal experiences in digital teaching and learning. Panelists described expanded opportunities for collaboration, increased access to resources that support new statewide curriculum standards,

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and engaging opportunities for creativity and communication across content areas as direct and powerful benefits of the Going G.L.O.B.A.L. initiative. Principal Brad Teague and instructional technology facilitator Donna Hensley emphasized that direct support around curriculum standards and purposeful instructional technology integration were essential ingredients in a successful digital teaching and learning environment, highlighting the extensive professional development and facilitated collaboration that have accompanied the 1:1 deployment at the school and across the school district. Following their interaction with panelists, participants visited classrooms throughout the school for a first-hand look at digital teaching and learning in action. As they visited classrooms across a variety of content areas, they asked questions and sought additional information from teachers and students whose school experiences are shaped by technology each day. Their conversations spilled into hallways throughout the school as participants reflected on what they observed and began to consider the implications of digital teaching and learning within their own school districts. Participants returned to the district’s administrative offices for a panel discussion with leaders in Rutherford County Schools, who offered summary reflections and practical advice based on their own experiences in leading the Going G.L.O.B.A.L. initiative in recent years. Panelists emphasized that an effective transition to digital teaching and learning requires a steady, concerted, and sustained effort at multiple levels -- financial, instructional, developmental, managerial, and organizational -- and that equipment itself is only one of several necessary components. Beyond equipment, an effective transition to digital teaching and learning requires deliberate and sustained training and support, careful attention to learning outcomes, and a thoughtful redefinition of teaching practices that leverage 21st century tools in ways that directly benefit students, both today and tomorrow. Questions and answers informed participants’ visits with teachers and students.

Education

Eleven Students Inducted Into Honor Society By Michael Gavin, Director of Marketing and Community Relations Isothermal Community College

SPINDALE (Oct. 11, 2013) – Eleven students at Isothermal Community College were inducted into the Sigma Chi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa this week. Phi Theta Kappa is the national honor society for two-year college students. The organization provides opportunities for individual growth and development through participation in activities that involve four hallmarks: scholarship, fellowship, leadership and service. In order to qualify for membership in Phi Theta Kappa, students are required to have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 and to have completed 12 hours of associate-level course study. The Isothermal students inducted into the college’s Sigma Chi Chapter of PTK for Fall 2013 are Michael Burch, Farrell Condrey, Hunter Damewood, Robert Guffey, Darrell Harris, Maday Mesa Hernandez, Justin Nolen, Annette Owen, Makayla Smith, Christopher White and Misty Yelton-Lane.

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Education

From the desk of: Joe Maimone, Headmaster Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy: WELCOME LETTER 2013 By Joe Maimone

As Headmaster of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy: A Challenge Foundation Academy, I have had the good fortune to help foster our school’s growth from 110 students in 1999 to over 1,250 students in grades K-12 on two campuses here in beautiful Rutherford County.

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Our rigorous classical curriculum prepares our students well for college and beyond. To date, 100% of our graduating seniors who applied to four year colleges have been accepted to one of their top choice schools. These students have, each year, been ranked in the top ten of school districts in the state on the important college SAT entrance exams. They have been awarded many millions of dollars in academic scholarships to many of the best colleges in our state and country. For the past several years, our high school has been ranked in the top 200 high schools, nationwide, based upon student achievement and participation in the college board’s Advanced Placement program, college level courses that student can complete in high school to earn college credits. Yet, what makes me so proud of our school is the family atmosphere that we are able to achieve, thanks to a great staff of teachers who truly care about the well being of their students, and our supportive parents who choose to send their children to us. I hope that if you have the opportunity to visit with us, you will find the atmosphere here inviting, safe, and conducive to learning. You will see engaged students who participate in lively and interesting discussion in the classroom. You will see teachers using the Socratic method of asking probing questions to help our students think through a math or science problem, to compare literary characters, and to understand why important historical events took place. You will see students expressing themselves in art, dance, music, drama, club activities, and an array of interscholastic sporting programs. In sum, you will find students and teachers unlocking the Lost Tools of Learning. In looking to our future, we are proud to be a founding member of the national network of Challenge Foundation Academies (www.teamcfa.org). We see the natural progression of the Core Knowledge program in grades K-8 to the high school Classical Studies program in grades 9-12 as the best foundation a student can have to prepare him or her for success in life. -Joe Maimone Headmaster

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By Jill W. Miracle, Freelance Editor

Handel’s Messiah was first presented in Dublin on April 13, 1742. In the first performance, women had to plead to wear dresses without hoops so that more could attend and the contralto was so scandalous that she was almost banned from the stage. George Frideric Handel was known for alarming outbursts of temper. He fought a duel almost to the death with a fellow composer who wanted to take his seat in an orchestra pit. He grew so impatient with a “she-devil” soprano at a London rehearsal that he threatened to hurl her out of an open window. He spent a third of his massive fortune on a monument for himself. That is the bad news. The good news is that Handel, often cited as the greatest composer that has ever lived, created a masterpiece that has become an integral piece of the Christmas season. For many, hearing Messiah is the high point of the year and standing to Hallelujah Chorus officially designates that the holidays have begun. Messiah, originally an Easter performance, was said to have been composed in three to four weeks, with Handel writing from morning to night. The oratorio is divided into three collections of numbers taken from the King James Bible and from the Psalms included in the Book of Common Prayer. Part One predicts the birth of Jesus Christ. Part Two exhalts Christ’s death, resurrection and ascension into Heaven and the spread of the Gospel into the

world, and His glory in Heaven. Part Three heralds the final victory over sin and death and the glorification of Christ throughout the world.

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The Good News More good news is that Messiah will be performed by the Rutherford Community Chorus on Tuesday, December 3 at First Baptist Church of Forest City. Since the Chorus’ founding in 1961 by director emeritus Malone Thomason, over 700 volunteer musicians have been involved in the semi-annual gift to the community. This year’s Chorus features more than 60 voices representing Rutherford and Polk counties and performs under the collaborative leadership of Tony Spencer and Diane Nelson. Messiah is open to the public and you are encouraged to arrive early for the best seating. Other opportunities to hear Rutherford Community Chorus include a performance with the Gardner –Webb Orchestra on November 18 and with the Symphony of Rutherford County on January 26. The Chorus will also be included in the Earl Scruggs Center’s inaugural celebration on April 14. The holidays officially begin at 7:30 on December 3 at First Baptist Church of Forest City. That is VERY good news. Oh, and the first contralto sang so beautifully that her pastor forgave her sins on the spot, and Handel gave bountiful gifts to orphans, retired musicians and prisoners. That’s good news, too!

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Christmas inForest City By Danielle Withrow

The lights in downtown Forest City seem to shine brighter every year since the tradition began in the 1940s when the first string of lights first appeared across Main Street. While every bulb has not been counted it is estimated that there are now a million lights on Main Street, based on the number of trees, strands of lights, and the displays in the median and on the light poles. The pedestrian bustle along Main Street has also grown from two horse-drawn wagons in the 1990s to activities downtown that fill every December weekend before Christmas. The clip-clop sound of nine horsedrawn carriages can be heard down Main Street and Santa takes up residence in his little house made especially for him by AllAmerican Homes. In recent years, hay rides have been added and an ice skating rink can be found at Santa’s House.

This year, Facebook is joining in on the official kick-off lighting ceremony on Thanksgiving Night. The Forest City-based Facebook Data Center will play Santa Claus to a number of non-profit organizations when they make the announcement and presentation of the 2013 Community Action Grant Awards during the ceremony. A new activity for 2013 is Toys for Tots. The local Marine Corps League Detachment #1221 is the official Rutherford County sponsor of this nation-wide program. Toys will be collected throughout the season at churches and businesses throughout the county. New, unwrapped toys for any age can also be brought to collection boxes at every downtown event during the Forest City holiday season. The Forest City Christmas season is always a

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special time for families. This year, Toys for Tots will ensure that many of our Rutherford County children wake up Christmas morning with smiles on their faces because of the generosity of others in our community. Merry Christmas from the Town of Forest City!

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DOWNTOWN FOREST CITY DECEMBER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

Events line: 828-247-4430 · www.forestcityevents.com like Forest City Events on Facebook

Photography By Darryl Smith

Thanksgiving Nov. 28 Annual Christmas Decorations Lighting, Music and New this year: 2013 Facebook Community Action Grant Award Presentation. Expanded Time from 6:00-7:00 PM LIGHTING AT 7:00 PM 7-9 pm - Open House at the Santa House, Ice skating, and many stores and restaurants open

Dec. 6, 13, 20 Hay Rides and Santa House 6:00 – 9:00 PM Ice Skating at Santa House 6:00 PM until

Nov. 29 & Nov. 30 Ice Skating at the Santa House 6:00 PM until

*Last carriage ride ticket is sold between 8:15-8:30

(Santa doesn’t arrive until Dec 6th)

Dec. 1 Forest City Christmas Parade 3:00 – 5:00 PM Over 300 entries, sponsored by the Forest City Merchants Association

Dec. 7, 14, 21 Carriage Rides 6:00 – 9:00 PM* Santa House open 4:00 – 9:00 PM Ice Skating at Santa house – 6:00 PM until

Dec. 8, 15, 22 Santa Paws at the Santa House 2:00 – 6:00 PM Photos with Santa and your pet TOYS FOR TOTS – Bring an unwrapped toy to any event for a child in Rutherford County. Sponsored by the Marine Corps League Detachment #1221

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Pet Health By Chris Nelson

Promises; Promises; Promises I received a compliment this morning that brightened my day and reminded me why I opened Forest City Pets in the first place. “That’s why I like coming here,” he said. “I doubt the lady at the grocery store would have known that.” The family dog was sniffing her food and walking away. With two questions I determined that oil adhering to the side of the plastic container had gone rancid and was contaminating the new stuff. I don’t claim to be a genius about everything. I still feel like a novice when it comes to being the owner of a small business. New things sneak up on me all the time that I hadn’t figured on when I began this endeavor. Going into this, I knew what sort of store I wanted to build and what I wanted to avoid. What I hoped to create is an environment where my colleagues and I are providing supplies for the furred and feathered family members of friends and neighbors. With that in mind, I wrote four ideals into my business plan in 2008 that I refer to as “customer promises”:

If your pet won’t eat it, we will - If you purchase any food here and find that your pet won’t eat it, return the unused portion and we’ll give you a full refund or swap it for a different kind. Although the per-day cost can actually go down, I know the pet food I carry is more expensive by the bag than your options at the grocery store. There is a higher amount at risk to buy something and be out the money if it is unusable. That is why I negotiate the same deal with every vendor who wants me to carry his product. If a bag is returned, you get your money back, I get my money back, and the shelter gets the food. Never hesitate to return food to Forest City Pets if your family member won’t eat it.

Service with a smile - If you are not greeted with a friendly smile when you enter our store, quietly let the manager know and your non-sale purchases will be discounted 10% that day. I know how I feel walking into a big box store and knowing for certain that nobody cares I’m there. I hope we do better, but I read an online review of my store some time ago that said in part, “the guy with the clipboard couldn’t be bothered to help me.” I apologized and she continues to shop here, but I kept the review up to remind myself. I get crazy busy some times, but there will be no Forest City Pets if people feel when they visit as she did that day.

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Parking Guarantee - There are over 750 parking spaces in downtown Forest City; we’ll happily carry your purchase to any of them. I was concerned about parking on Main Street because a perceived lack of parking can be a reason people choose the big box stores over small businesses. Danielle Withrow, planner for The Town of Forest City showed me the aerial photos and I added this promise for her. Not counting handicapped spaces, I count 71 parking spaces that are closer to my front door than the very closest space is to the front door of Wal-Mart. If parking might be an issue for you, plan to visit us sometime other than lunchtime and you’ll be able to park less than 50’ from the door.

Low Price Guarantee - If you find a lower price at any other

store for any product we carry, bring it to our attention and we will not only match it, but we will also give you back 10% of the difference. Too many Americans have bought into the myth that we need to sacrifice service and/or quality to get the best price. I don’t believe that is true and I will always try to provide the highest value for every dollar you spend at Forest City Pets. I spend lots of time and energy (often with a clipboard in-hand) seeking out the best deals and I promise I will pass those savings on to you as often as I can!

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St. Luke’s Hospital to Open New Wing Dedicated to Orthopedic Patients

censed physical therapist, occupational therapist or therapy assistant will remain a hallmark of St. Luke’s highly regarded rehab center. The new Center will feature one-on-one aquatic therapy and other activities of daily living, the self-care activities we usually perform in our home or common outdoor environments. They are the routine things we normally and frequently do, such as feeding, bathing, dressing, and grooming ourselves. They often incorporate the areas of work, homemaking, and leisure activities. St. Luke’s ADL Lab will consist of:

The New Year 2014 will start off with a bang when St. Luke’s Hospital in Columbus opens a new patient wing dedicated to the care and recovery of orthopedic patients. The $5.6 million addition will feature six large private rooms, private baths and patient amenities, including pristine views of the Carolina Foothills. Healing aesthetics, natural light and artisan rock work both inside and outside combined with progressive orthopedic techniques, attentive nursing care and one-one-one rehabilitative therapy will ensure an impressive environment for care and recovery. This expansion is needed to accommodate an increasing number of patients who choose St. Luke’s Hospital for excellent nursing care, advanced surgical procedures and rehabilitation. The new addition will feature enlarged patient rooms, a state-of the-art therapeutic gym for physical rehabilitation, a new nurses’ station and a large, comfortable room for family time. The 15,000 square-foot addition integrates natural aesthetics and mountain views to enhance recovery. Connected to the current administrative wing by a glass-walled corridor, the addition features six private patient rooms that are three times larger than the hospital’s current room size to better accommodate post-surgical care with comfortable space for visitors. With personal amenities, full bathrooms and pristine views, the new patient wing will also feature a large family waiting room and a state-of-the-art rehabilitation center, Shull said. A large, open gym area and private treatment rooms will be equipped to enhance the exceptional care St. Luke’s patients currently receive. One-on-one therapy with a li-

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A full bathtub and separate walk-in shower to practice standard tub/shower transfers (with or without the use of a tub bench or other adaptive equipment).

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A full kitchen to simulate the home environment including stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, range-hood, and dining table. Patients can practice working and ambulating in a kitchen environment with or without assistive walking devices such as a rolling walker or cane. All kitchen items will be fully functioning.

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A set of therapy stairs.

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A ramp/curb simulator.

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A car simulator so that our patients can practice transferring into and out of a vehicle after their surgery or injury.

With the opening of the ADL Lab this December, St. Luke’s patients will have the ability to actually practice

Lori Oliver, RN, ED Nurse Manager, Dr. Alison Owens, ED Medical Director, Tina Walker, RN

the tasks of daily living, as well as other ADL retraining activities related to the kitchen, home, and community environments. The Lab will serve to improve patient care and satisfaction, further enhance the hospital’s reputation in rehabilitative therapies, allow St. Luke’s to offer a wider array of support services to the community, and ensure that the ADL Lab advances the hospital’s dedication to providing exceptional care close to home. St. Luke’s Rehab Services can expand the Balance program to assess the risk for falling, combined with exercises to strengthen and prevent such fall injuries. In addition, a unique Lymphedema treatment program is available locally to save patients a trip out of the county for treatment. To help fund the construction of the $5.6 million wing, St. Luke’s Hospital Foundation pledged to raise $2 million for the project. The Building on Excellence campaign has been so well received by donors and the community. “It’s obvious that people recognize the need for and benefit of a new patient care wing,” Shull said. “And it’s evident that our community values St. Luke’s Hospital for the vital, life-saving services we provide to this community.” Since locating in Polk County, orthopedic surgeon Brian Rosenberg, MD, has steadily increased the number of procedures he performs at St. Luke’s Hospital. His progressive techniques and individualized patient care have helped to attract patients from neighboring states and across the country, even from across the ocean!! With a goal to improve and reduce recovery time and postop pain for his active-minded patients, Dr. Rosenberg has

Board-certified, Dr. Rosenberg is a leading surgeon in the Southeast to perform the latest techniques for hip replacements known as Direct Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery, a relatively new procedure in the United States. Progressive and patient focused, Dr. Rosenberg uses the ProFx operating table and late-technology implants.

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worked closely with St. Luke’s Hospital to create an excellent patient care team including a nurse navigator, perioperative, nursing and rehab services to ensure his patients experience consistent outcomes, reduced hospital stays and quick recovery.

“It’s exciting that a small hospital like St. Luke’s has taken the lead with such technology,” Dr. Rosenberg said. “But we believe this will be a great service to offer our growing community of active retirees. And it can also help that tennis player and equestrian get quickly back to their favorite activity.” The PROfx surgical table allows positioning so that Dr. Rosenberg is able to replace a patient’s hip by going through the front of the pelvis, as opposed to the side or back. No muscles are detached during surgery, minimizing recovery and rehab following surgery. Patients who undergo this unique procedure also experience reduced pain, blood loss, risk of dislocation, tissue damage and muscle trauma. And patients are pleased to know there are no hip movement precautions following the surgery. In addition to treating general fractures, Dr. Rosenberg performs joint replacement or reconstruction of the knee and hip, custom-fit knee replacement as well as sports medicine procedures and arthroscopy to treat knee and shoulder injuries. His treatment includes implanted pain pumps that reduce the need for and side effects of pain medications. Dr. Rosenberg’s patient encounters along with his positive treatment outcomes have helped to expand orthopedic care at St. Luke’s Hospital where construction of the impressive 6-bed replacement wing is slated to be completed by December. An open house and tours of the new wing are planned for Sunday, Dec. 15, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. The public is invited. For more information, please call 894-2408. St. Luke’s Hospital is a not-for-profit community hospital dedicated to providing exceptional care, close to home.

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Are You a Mind Reader?

By Terry L. Ledford, Ph.D.

Do you believe that you are a mind reader? Do you assume what others are thinking or feeling? Do you react to your assumptions as if they are fact? Do you believe with all your being that you are right in those assumptions? Are your moods determined by your mind reading? If you are honest with yourself, you will have to answer yes to all the above questions. It is a rare human being that has attained that degree of wisdom, self-discipline or enlightenment required to never assume another’s thoughts or feelings. When you assume other’s thoughts, intentions or feelings without having all the facts, you are mind reading. So, let’s start with the admission that we all do mind reading. We observe another’s facial expression and assume that he or she is angry or displeased with us. We see someone hesitate when we voice an invitation and assume that they don’t really want to spend time with us. We listen for the tone of voice or inflection and believe the person is irritated, disapproving or displeased. We observe apparent distance and conclude that they don’t love us (or at least don’t love us as much as we love them). Our mind reading assumptions allow us to fill in the missing information in our social interactions, but is it accurate information or misinformation? How often are our mind reading assumptions simply wrong? Inaccurate mind reading assumptions may fill our emotional sails, pushing us forward quickly, but unfortunately pushing us off course. We often make decisions and choices based on those assumptions. If the assumptions are wrong, the choices will also be wrong. When we do mind reading assumptions, we do so based on our expectations. We could have expectations based on the particular individual’s prior behavior. If Uncle Henry has tended to be critical in the past, we assume that the ambiguous statement he made today was said with critical intent.

We may also have expectations based on our prior experiences with other people. If Cindy felt rejected in her previous high school, she will expect to be rejected at the new high school. If Jeff ’s parents were critical and difficult-toplease, he may perceive his current supervisors to be critical and displeased with him. The correct answer to the question about what someone is thinking is “I don’t know” because that is the truth. When we assume we know another’s thoughts or feelings, we act on those assumptions and we close the door to other possibilities. When we remind ourselves that we actually don’t know what they are thinking, we leave the doors open for all possibilities. Try to catch yourself doing mind reading. Remind yourself that you don’t actually know what other people are thinking. Avoiding such assumptions will be most helpful in your relationships and your personal mental health. Dr. Ledford is the author of “Parables for a Wounded Heart: Overcoming Your Self-Esteem Wounds and Transforming Your Perception of You.” He practices at Woodridge Psychological Associates in Rutherfordton.

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Bobcats and Turtles By Pat Snyder

My husband and I chose to use counseling as one of the tools to help him stay as long as possible in the early stage of Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) and to help me cope with being his caregiver. During a session with our counselor, Dr. Terry Ledford, we were talking about the differences in the way people approach emotional issues in their lives. Dr. Ledford said at one point in the discussion, “Think about the bobcat. When it is confronted with some perceived threat or challenge, what is its response? It shows its teeth and claws and moves forward. It asserts its strength to fight the should be threat.” “The response of the turtle to the same thing makes absolutely no sense to the bobcat. The turtle withdraws inside of its shell. It retreats from the perceived challenge or threat. Turtles want distance from the perceived threat.” I am including these comments from our counselor because I suspect that in any family dealing with a diagnosis of LBD or any catastrophic disease, there are going to be family members who respond differently to the threat and challenge that comes with the diagnosis. The primary caregiver is going to have to deal with all of these responses in a way that allows you to keep your own balance. If you lose your balance, things can get bad very quickly. Some of us are bobcats, and some of us are turtles. All of us care when a loved one is in crisis. Just knowing that has helped me keep my balance. Learning the art of dealing with both types of people is not easy. It is ongoing. I am getting better at it over time. Here is what I understand so far. Bobcats are more assertive, even aggressive at times. They use more words and tend to be verbally expressive. They are more direct and confrontational in their thinking and speech, and their default response to hurt, fear, or frustration is anger. They have problems with feelings of rejection. Turtles are somewhat more passive with their emotions. They use fewer words in general and struggle with expression of their feelings. They like to “go in a cave,” so to speak and avoid or escape confrontation. They like some distance in their relationships. They have a “live and let

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live” mindset and assume things will often work out on their own. Their default response to hurt, fear, or frustration is silence or retreat. They have problems with criticism. Married couples are often one of each. To improve communication and satisfaction in the relationship, each person must do some work to change his normal pattern. Bobcats have to learn to approach situations more softly, less confrontationally. The number of words needs to be reduced with simultaneous reduction of volume and intensity. They also need to be careful of sounding critical and figure out how to say what is needed softly. If bobcats feel anger, they should seek out within themselves the hurt, fear, or frustration underneath that anger and give the hurt, fear, or frustration a soft voice. When these feelings are addressed appropriately, the anger will dissipate. Their anger response is viewed by the turtle as criticism. Turtles have to learn to use more words in general and especially in the expression of emotions. They need to put their hurts, fears, or frustrations into words. They have to fight the urge to retreat into their shell and stay in the conversation or situation until it is resolved. Their retreat is viewed by the bobcat as rejection. Learning to break the patterns of the bobcat and the turtle is not easy, and it takes time. It does yield good fruit though, and it is worth the effort. The good news is that when one person in the relationship chooses to change his own pattern, there can be improvement overall. That is because the communication pattern for bobcats and turtles is circular. For example, if the bobcat gets better at softening speech, the turtle is less likely to go into his shell. The less the turtle goes into his shell, the less rejection is felt by the bobcat, who then is less critical of the turtle. A positive spiral can replace the former negative one. John and I have worked on improving our pattern of communication, and the difference is huge in our relationship. The stress of caregiving is greatly reduced for me. But I have also learned to apply some of this to other relationships and seen the benefits there as well. Pat Snyder is the author of Treasures in the Darkness: Extending the Early Stage of LBD, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s Disease. You can find her book on Amazon.com.

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A New Way to Provide Nursing Home Care Ten years ago the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and AARP put their financial support behind the Green House Project, a radical new concept for skilled nursing care in the United States. This program has been developed in 25 states and represents a new wave of nursing home care. The Green House concept is to move skilled care from the medical model to a social model by building small buildings staffed with specially trained staff. The goals are to provide a meaningful life, real home and empowered staff. Over the past three years Fair Haven Home in Bostic has been investigating how to bring this fantastic concept to the great people of Rutherford County. We have recently signed a contract with Green House to become the first Green House Project facility in North Carolina! Fair Haven Home staff is especially excited to be the first to bring this concept to our friends and neighbors and invite you to learn more about this at www.Thegreenhouseproject.org. We hope to begin building at some point next year and would welcome the opportunity to share our vision with anyone. For further information you may contact Suzanne Hensley, John Cilone or Mack McKeithan, at 245-9095.

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On a Mission to Help the Mission

By Laura Allen, BA, NCTMB, Board Certified

The Grace of God Rescue Mission has been a blessing to this community for many years, helping homeless men, women and children with shelter, food and transportation, helping to rehabilitate those suffering from addiction, and feeding the hungry 7 nights a week. For the past few years, THERA-SSAGE has collected food for the Mission during the holiday season, and offering a little incentive for those who donate. For every gallon-sized can (#10, restaurant size) of food, or staple items of at least 5 lbs, the giver receives one entry into a drawing for a six-pack of massage. The food is delivered to the Mission on the morning of Christmas Eve, and the winner is called. Nearly every year, they have collected at least 100 gallons of food, plus staple items. This has been a hard year for many people. The Mission has served over 100 meals a night many times, for people who might not have anything to eat if that wasn’t available. It’s good to know that there is somewhere for those people to turn, especially families with children. No one wants to think about a child going to sleep on an empty stomach. It’s hard to be happy when your stomach aches from hunger. Our Mission to Help the Mission effort will start this year on November 1. Bring your canned goods and staple items to THERA-SSAGE at 431 South Main St, Ste. 2, Monday-Friday between 9 and 5, or Saturday between 9 and 1, and receive your entries. Everett Murray, publisher of Rutherford Everyday, will also assist in the effort by picking up food from anyone who wishes to donate. You may contact him at 828-429-4855 to arrange a pick up. Due to state health laws, the Mission cannot accept any food that is out of date, so please keep that in mind if you shop in salvage stores. We are unable to accept canned

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goods for our food drive unless they are gallon-sized. Other needs of the Mission are tea and coffee, 10 ¼ round sectional plates, envelopes, napkins, toilet paper and paper towels, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items for men and women, NEW pillows and blankets, and running used cars that they can give to those without any transportation. The Mission is not about giving handouts, it is about giving a hand up. It is hard to get and keep a job if you don’t have a way to get there. If you have a used car to donate, give them a call at 245-9141. We are unable to accept the used cars at THERA-SSAGE, but you may drop off your other donations there after November 1 until the close of business on December 23. Help us help them, and you could win six massage gift certificates to keep or to share. Laura Allen is a massage therapist, author, educator, and blogger and is the owner of THERA-SSAGE in Rutherfordton.

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Chamber of Commerce FROM THE Chamber Director ................ A COMING ECONOMIC BOOM IN NORTH CAROLINA

Chamber Content From the Chamber Director...37 Rutherford County Enhanced Recycling...38 Ribbon Cutting: TAMS...40 Forest City Honda...41 Spotlight on: Henson Building Materials...42 Spotlight on: Spindale Tire...42 2013 Downtown Forest City December Holiday Activities...43 Chamber Board of Directors ...44

REVERSE RAFFLE Tickets Are Available Now! December 6th, 7:00 pm The Foundation Performing Arts Center Call the Chamber office at 828-287-3090

In a recent article of 2013 State of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Michael L. Walden, distinguished professor, North Carolina State University, made four major predictions regarding North Carolina’s economic growth. There will be a manufacturing revival, construction surge, education “Bumper Crop” and retiree influx. How will these factors fit with growth in Rutherford County?

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Contributing Writers: Tina Crowder Ken Flack Clark Poole

Manufacturing revival: manufactured products are reduced during poor economic conditions and North Carolina is a manufacturer of goods. As we recover there will be an increase in demand for manufactured products and that equates for more demand on our existing manufacturers. Construction surge: the pullback in the housing market devastated the construction industry; with slow but steady recovery. Education “Bumper Crop”: economic growth will be strongest in “knowledge based” industries. Retiree influx: the retirement migration is gaining momentum once again, the mountains, beaches and historical towns are a draw for retirees. Rutherford County is already experiencing the beginning facets for economic growth. Manufacturing demands have increased during the last quarter and indications point to an even greater increase. We also have new manufacturing looking to relocate to our region. As you drive through the County, you can see glimpses of a Construction surge. It appears this trend will increase at a steady pace; both residential and commercial. The school systems and community college are designing courses that go beyond core curriculum to prepare our future work force with the credentials for the 21st century job market. These efforts will produce an Education “Bumper Crop”. These efforts will make our county even more attractive to manufacturing in the future. The Retiree influx is already evident and the prediction of its steady increase bodes well for economic prosperity for small businesses in our area. So, things are not as bad and we may think. It is very necessary to continue our strategic planning, develop an infrastructure that supports the anticipated growth and never give up on our importance in providing a quality of life that will make us all proud.

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Rutherford County Enhanced Recycling The convenience of “one-stop” recycling has arrived in Rutherford County. Now it’s easier than ever because, “We Sort For You.”

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Ribbon Cutting: TAMS

We had quite a treat at the Grand Opening of Tams Tack Antique & Merchandise Store. It was an adventure seeing the vast variety of merchandise available. It is truly more than just a tack shop. It was so enticing that several of us found items for our home and we don’t own a horse. One participant bought a saddle like she had been looking for and could not find anywhere else. Take the time to visit Tams; you will be pleasantly surprised at what you find. We thank Tammy and Chuck for hosting a great party.

Grand Opening Tam’s 661 Big Island Road Forest City, NC 28043 828.248.4463

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Spotlight on: Henson Building Materials Celebrates 75 Years! By Tina Crowder On September 20th, Henson Building Materials celebrated their Customer Appreciation Day for their loyal customers who have been coming to Henson’s for years…some have been customers for over 25 years. Hundreds of people, a lot of familiar faces, and some new faces too, came out and were treated to a free BBQ lunch provided by Cox Industries, Henson’s treated wood supplier. Door prizes were abundantly given from the raffle drawing that was held. It was another way of saying “thanks” to their customers for supporting their hometown building supply that’s been serving the surrounding area since 1938.

and windows, paints and stains, roofing and siding, and much more, along with knowledgeable specialists for each project that you have in mind. There’s also a building design and materials design specialist that can turn your set of plans into a 3-D model.

Surviving past recessions in the housing market industry, Henson Building Materials still thrives in serving Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina with high quality building materials at competitive prices. For over 75 years, Henson Building Materials has built their name on service and quality you can trust. Stop by, you’ll be surprised…and glad you did. If you’re a professional builder, remodeler or even a do-it-yourselfer, you’ll find just about everything you need at Henson’s. They’re more than just a lumberyard. They have a showroom that offers a full line of building materials, tools, and hardware for anything house related. They have someone’s future home or future remodel in stock. Along with the showroom, Henson’s offers cabinetry and countertops, doors

Spotlight on: Spindale Tire By Ken Flack Spindale Tire’s beginnings go back to 1957 when Deviney Oil decided to branch out into the tire business to make better use of employees. It really did not take off until E. O. Deviney bought out his fellow investors and offered Jack Flack a chance to manage and buy into the company. Over the years it flourished. Later, Alan Freeman and Ken Flack came on board. Jack retired 30 years ago, but still comes in all day long, every day. In the early years there wasn’t even a roof over the bays. Employees removed tires in rain or snow. Retreads, which were practically the only tires sold, might last a whole year. Today’s tires might last 30,000

to 60,000 miles. Lots of people bought tires on credit the month before the textile mills shut down for the 4th of July vacation week. Many went to Myrtle Beach and started making payments when they got back. Young employees, over the years, went on to other professions. They became law enforcement, business owners, Doctors in Education, college graduates, accountants, and even one Corvette driving- boxerbodybuilder-Chippendale dancer. One long- time employee beat out contestants 20 years younger to be the fastest Truck Tire Changer in a NC competition. We specialize in tires, wheel alignment, suspension repair, brakes, batteries, and NC inspections. We are different in that we are privately owned. Salesmen have nothing but your best interest and ongoing loyalty to drive them. There are no spiffs, commissions, or bonuses to sell you a product that is not in your best interest. We can set up qualified applicants with GE Capital credit or our in-house credit. We not only have the standard pick- up and delivery, we have convenient loaner vehicles available.

Voted best in Rutherford County since 2004 445 West Main Street, Spindale NC 28160 ~ 828-286-3626

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Visit us at 445 West Main Street in Spindale across from McDonalds, or call us at 2863626. We are open 8 am until 5:30 pm weekdays, and 8 am until 1:00 pm on Saturday. We’ll be happy to see you!

Annual Christmas Lighting Ceremony…………..Thursday, Nov. 28 from 6:00-9:00PM A million lights, music, and 2013 Facebook Community Action Grant Award Presentation

See all of downtown Forest City light up with the 7:00 PM Countdown! 7:00 -9:00 PM - Open House at the Santa House, Ice skating, and many stores and restaurants open

Rutherford Chamber

2013 DOWNTOWN FOREST CITY DECEMBER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

Forest City Christmas Parade…..……….……………..Sunday, Dec. 1 from 3:00 – 5:00 PM Downtown. Over 300 entries. Sponsored by the Forest City Merchants Association

Hayrides..……………………………………….…..Fridays – Dec. 6, 13, 20 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM Load across from the fountain. Cost $2.00 each – child or adult. See the holiday lights from a hay wagon pulled by an antique tractor. Sponsored by Carson Farms.

Carriage Rides……………………….…….Saturdays - Dec. 7, 14, & 21 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM Load across from the fountain. Cost $7 Adults/$3 Children under 12. Sometimes a sell out. Last tickets usually sold between 8:00 – 8:30 PM.

Santa House……………………..…….………..Fridays – Dec 6, 13, & 20 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM Saturdays – Dec. 7, 14 & 21 from 4:00 – 9:00 PM No charge for the children to talk with Santa but a donation to Thomas Jefferson Classical AcademyCFA School is appreciated. $3 for a photo with Santa.

Ice Skating……………………………..…....Fridays Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, & 20 – 6:00 PM until Saturdays, Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, & 21 – 6:00 PM until Rink located at the Santa House on East Main St at BB&T parking lot. Sponsored by Kidz Play. $7. Also call 245-4543 to book skating parties through the week and Saturday and Sunday afternoons

Santa Paws– Photos with your Pets……….Sundays, Dec. 8, 15, & 22 - 2:00 - 6:00 PM Bring your pets for a photo with Santa at the Santa House. Sponsored by the Community Pet Center as a fundraiser for a $5 donation. No human children for photos on Sunday please!

TOYS FOR TOTS – Bring an unwrapped toy to any event and brighten a child’s Christmas in Rutherford County. Sponsored by the Marine Corps League Detachment #1221 FOR MORE INFORMATION FOREST CITY EVENTS LINE 828-247-4430 www.ForestCityEvents.com LIKE Forest City Events on Facebook

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Rutherford County

Chamber of Commerce Officers

Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce Mission Statement

Jason Harrill

Helping to create and maintain a healthy business environment which will enhance prosperity and improve the quality of life in Rutherford County

President Barbara Keever First Vice President Jim Bishop

CHAMBER STAFF

Vice President Dan Thomas

Rutherford County

Clark Poole Director

Secretary/Treasurer

Chamber of Commerce 162 N. Main Street Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Phone: 828.287.3090 Fax: 828-287-0799 info@rutherfordcoc.com www.rutherfordcoc.com

Debbie Gettys Office Manager

Cooper Flack Immediate Past President

CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Laura Allen Thera-ssage

Dale Hamilton Cornerstone Realty

Dr. Janet Mason

Rutherford County Schools

Fran Anderson

Rutherford Regional Health System

Jim Bishop WCAB Radio

Walter Dalton

Nichole Dubs TD Bank

Isothermal Community College

Jason Harrill BB&T

Odean Keever & Assoc.

Blanton Miller & Moore

Debbie Martin

Deborah Mauney Staff Masters Inc.

Tim Mathis

Donna McCann

Sarah MerrisonMcEntire

Everette Murray Rutherford Everyday

Isothermal Planning & Development Commission

Barbara Keever

Northland Communications

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Carolina Chiropractic Plus

Cooper Flack

Main Street Financial Group

Joseph Maimone Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy

Dan Thomas

Jackson Hewitt Tax Services

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