Meet your neighbor ... Eric Johnson
Inside
Dinner to benefit
• Basketball, wrestling, swimming
Breanna Mercantini
— pages 8 and 9
He strives to make a difference, one Warrior at a time
• Break-ins continue in Archdale
— page 13 Church news......5 Classifieds........15 Fire report.........12
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a 5-year-old with cancer
Obituaries..............7 Police report........13 Sheriff’s report.....12
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Sales tax ballot misleading T
he wording on the ballot for the quarter-cent sales tax referendum was mandated by the state and uses standard, generic language, but it’s still misleading, says state Sen. Jerry Tillman. BY ROBYN HANKINS “People see the ‘one-quarter’ and ‘0.25%’ and think it means 25 cents, and it doesn’t,” Tillman (RDistrict 29) told the NEWS. “It’s one-fourth of a penny. I think that may have been why it failed the last time.” The quarter-cent sales tax referendum was voted down in 2008, and Randolph Community College President Robert Shackleford agrees with Tillman that it failed because people did not understand what they were being asked to vote for. “The ballot is very misleading, but the state mandates that it read the way it does,” Shackleford said. “Also, you have to spend $4 dollars to be taxed one penny, and
the basic necessities — groceries, gas, medicine — are not taxed. If this passes, property owners won’t carry the burden because tourism spending will and tourist — will pay it,” Tillhelp pay for education.” Shackleford has made several man added. “If it doesn’t pass, presentations throughout the coun- our property taxes will probably ty. The hardest part of his tour has go up.” Tillman praised Shackleford not been explaining what the tax is and how it works, but explain- for his efforts to explain the tax ing that although the ballot reads and what it means, but is afraid “0.25%,” what it really means is that it may not be enough. “He’s out $0.0025. there talking The ballot asks voters to ‘The ballot is very mis- about it, but vote “for” or leading, but the state man- he’s talking to “against” the dates that it reads the way the city governments, the tax, and says it does.’ — Dr. Bob Shackleford Rotary clubs, nothing about President of RCC the people who Randolph voted for it beCommunity fore,” Tillman College. The Randolph County Commissioners pointed out. Patsy Foscue, director of Ranhave said the projected $2 million it is expected to generate will be dolph County Board of Elections, allocated to RCC for four to five said that until a few years ago years. RCC will use the money to Randolph County had an addifund an expansion of their cam- tional quarter-cent sales tax. She pus and accommodate an increas- also added that while the total cost of the referendum is unknown, the ing student population. “This is so small, it’s a good ballots alone have already cost thing, and everyone — resident $24,000.
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Support grows for sales tax referendum F
ollowing an impassioned presentation by Randolph Community College President Bob Shackleford, Trinity City Council issued a resolution to support the quarter-cent sales tax.
BY ROBYN HANKINS
If passed, the proceeds from the tax would provide $8 million over fours years to fund an expansion of the college. RCC President Dr. Bob Trinity is not the only one to sup- Shackleford told Trinport the sales tax. The referendum has ity City Council that the received support from Asheboro City sales tax would expand Council and the boards of commis- the campus and cursioners from Franklinville, Staley and riculums. Ramseur, along with the Randolph County Board of Education, the RCC Foundation Board of Directors and others. The Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce Board of directors approved a resolution in support of the referendum on Feb. 16. The referendum could be discussed at the Feb. 23 Archdale City Council meeting, too late for this week’s edition, and has been endorsed by the Guil-Rand Fire Department. SEE SUPPORT ON PAGE 4
Truck parking ban stands, but truckers still win
A September
October
Trinity Council approves an ordinance which bans all tractor-trailer parking within the city.
After truckers protest, Council places an enforcement moratorium on the ordinance.
January During their annual retreat, Council discusses a new ordinance that would be based on a street’s ability to carry a heavy load.
February Council never votes on the proposed ordinance based on a street’s ability to carry a heavy load. Instead, the Council approves a permit system that would grandfather tractortrailers.
fter five months of discussions and contention, Trinity City Council ended the fierce debate over the controversial zoning ordinance that banned all tractor-trailer parking within the city limits by allowing that ordinance to stand. However, truckers already living in the city may keep parking trucks on their property provided they apply for a permit.
Following the retreat, Council scheduled a public hearing on the new ordinance for Feb. 16. However, what Council members eventually approved was significantly different. During the public hearing, some residents spoke for regulation and others opposed it. “I don’t believe trucks belong in residential areas, they belong in business districts. Do they not haul freight?” asked Brenda Campbell. “Several truckers have complained that their livelihoods are at stake (if this passes). Well, the only BY ROBYN HANKINS investment many have these days is our house. Why annex The original zoning ordinance, passed in September, neighborhoods if you can’t protect them?” Chester Ayers agreed. “The ordinance does not stop banned all tractor-trailer parking in the city the truck drivers making a living. The orwith the exception of those loading, unloading or providing a service. After truckers pro- Truckers have 21 dinance is concerned only with where the tested in October, the Council placed a mora- more days to apply trucks are parked.” Jerry Sturgis, Jim Barker and Scott torium on enforcement of the ordinance. for a permit. Call Lewallen said they supported a ban on At the direction of City Council, staff Trinity City Hall at truck parking in residential areas. members drafted a new ordinance that would 431-2841. Bill Burge, however, had a differing determine truck parking based on whether point of view. the street was major, minor or local. The des“I’ve heard people say trucks tear up ignations define streets based on their ability or lack of ability to carry heavy loads. Staff presented a the streets, but trash trucks and school buses weigh more,” version of this ordinance to Council during their planning Burge told Council. “So, what’s the difference?” retreat in January. SEE TRUCKS ON PAGE 4
GUIL-RAND WINS STATE SAFETY EDUCATION AWARD G
uil-Rand Fire Department still basks in the limelight after receiving the North Carolina Fire and Life Safety Education award Feb. 10.
BY DEBBIE HIGHTOWER Steve Barr, Guil-Rand fire prevention officer and Mike Witcher, assistant fire chief, accepted the award at the North Carolina Fire and Life Safety Educator’s Conference in Asheville. Guil-Rand won the award for last year’s fire camp, a week-long opportunity to teach fire safety concepts in a fun way to children ages 7-12. “This was just a very unique and very innovative idea to get kids involved with fire prevention,” said Jennifer Rumley, chairperson of the Central District of North Carolina Fire and Life Safety Association. “It was the brainstorm of Charles Cardwell,” said Barr. Cardwell is a lieutenant and the training officer. “We just took the idea and ran with it.” Frankie Pinnix of Pinecroft-Sedgefield Fire Department nominated Guil-Rand for the award.
“We are thrilled that we were nominated by our peers at Pinecroft-Sedgefield,” said Barr. “There were some larger departments in bigger cities, but we are proud to receive this award.” North Carolina has three Fire and Life Safety Education districts — western, central and eastern. Guil-Rand’s fire camp was submitted as the central district nomination. “Nominations for the award were judged on leadership demonstration, innovation, uniqueness, effectiveness of the organization, impact on the safety problem in their community and utilization of area resources to get the whole community involved,” said Dolly Hulin, central district vice chairman for the Association. “The reason we have the award is to recognize individuals, organizations or programs making a difference in preventing the devastating effects of fire and burn injuries within the state.” Fire camp inspired more than its young campers. Since last summer Barr has received numerous requests from other fire departments who wish to hold their own fire camps. “We have given these departments cop-
ies of our curriculum, handouts and all of our paperwork,” said Barr. “That way they wouldn’t have to re-invent the wheel.” Guil-Rand is gearing up for another session of fire camp June 21-25.
“The June session is almost full, so we are working to get another session set up in August,” said Barr. The cost is $50 per camper. For more information, call 431-2512.
Pictured from left are Assistant Chief Mike Witcher, Lt. Charles Cardwell and Fire Prevention Officer Steve Barr.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010
Thunder wins championship The Thunder, a 12-andunder challenge team with Guil-Rand Youth Soccer Association, posted an 8-0 record in the Greensboro Sportsplex indoor soccer season and won the league championship. The team scored 85 goals and only allowed 25 during the season. Team members pictured front row from left are Garrett Allman (guest player), Bailey Allred, Evan Allred and Alex Garrison; top row from left, Josh Albright, Gary Kight, Julian Lopez and Cody Musgrave. Dale Albright and Sam Musgrave are the coaches.
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he action in the basketball program at Archdale Recreation Center heats up as the temperatures climb in anticipation of spring. BY SCOTT YOKELEY Archdale Parks and Recreation
The Hoopsters division is for 7- to 9-year-olds and Jammers is for 10- to 12year-olds.
Feb. 12 Hoopsters
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ATTLLB concludes tournament T
ournament action concluded in Saturday’s games of ArchdaleTrinity Little League Basketball.
Championship games will begin Saturday. Feb. 27. Here’s a schedule of games to be played at ArchdaleTrinity Middle School.
BY ANGELA GRANT
11 a.m.
Archdale-Trinity Little League
Here’s a recount of games from Feb. 13, when the Pee Wee division concluded its season, to results of tournament action Feb. 20. In Pee Wee, each player was awarded a medal. In this division, scores are not kept.
Championships games Feb. 27
Minor Division Championship Teams to be announced Noon Major Division Boys Championship Bulls vs. Pacers 1:30 p.m. Senior Division Championship Celtics vs. Bullets 3 p.m. Major Division Girls Championship Wolfpack vs. Tar Heels 4:30 p.m. Coaches Championship Major vs. Senior
Feb. 13 Pee Wee Division Wizards vs. Grizzlies Scoring for the Wizards were Jagur Williams, Mason Safriet, Davis Abernethy, Griffin Clements and Andrew Earnhardt. Scoring for the Grizzlies were Aidan Blakely, Michael Anglin, Jack Moran and Ethan Griffin. Lakers vs. Bulls Scoring for the Lakers were Robert Hales, Jake Haynes, Ben Walker, Mason Lewis and Nathan Carr. Scoring for the Lakers were Ethan Littlefield, Christian Long, Matthew Lambeth and Zackery Crites. Rascals vs. Knicks Scoring for the Rascals were Noah Swaney, Chase Witcher, Avery Eanes, Maylee Miller, Tillman Miller, Kailee Johnson, Kaitlyn Furr and Lawrence Edwards. Scoring for the Knicks were Fletcher Gallimore, Sabrina Hegler, Samantha Hegler, Jamey Johnson, Jackson Passmore and Tucker Queen.
Minor Division Hornets 10, Heat 9 Scoring for the Hornets were Bryce Lowe 4, Caden Johnson 4 and Jake Tuggle 2. Scoring for the Heat were David Braswell 3, Noah Austin 2, Ryan Smith 2 and Blake Sheets 2. Panthers 10, Warriors 4 Noah Brown 6 and Michael Batts 4 scored for the Panthers. Scoring for the Warriors were Jeff Staley 2 and Jackson Weil 2. Bulldogs 26, Spurs 5 Scoring for the Bulldogs were Matthew Owen 10, Bryant Walker 6, Gavin Rains 4, Nick Halo 3, Zack Krepjs 2 and Victoria McGlaughlin 1. Corey Hudgins 3 and Lucas Kelly 2 scored for the Spurs. Raptors 15, Cowboys 11 Scoring for the Raptors were Jake Ledbetter 6, Kendall Lewis 4, Koty Proctor 3 and Mick Henderson 2. Scoring for the Cowboys were Randy Owens 9, Christian Duke 1 and Taylor Gantt 1. Eagles 28, Comets 6 Scoring for the Eagles were Hunter Neal 6, Brennan Phillips 6, Leland Hager 6, Dillon Brewer 4,
Hoopsters, Jammers score
Ian McMahan 2, Kenny Coleman 2 and Logan McKinney 2. Scoring for the Comets were Josie Holmes 4 and Dawson Foley 2.
Major Boys Division Mavericks 33, Tams 15 Scoring for the Mavericks were Justin McCall 7, Luke Kirby 6, Charlie Edwards 6, Luke Watson 3, Austin Matulivic 3, Nick Beck 2, Wade Allen 2, Jake Grantham 2 and Mitchell Schaffer 2. Scoring for the Tams were Seth Hegler 9 and Ben Clements 6. Colonels 47, Squires 12 Scoring for the Colonels were Austin Lambeth 10, Hunter Miller 8, Ethan Misenheimer 7, Dylan Phillips 6, Devin Lindholm 6, Josh Miller 4, Will Misenheimer 2 and Brandon Aikens 2. Scoring for the Squires were Dustin Caughron 7, Landon Smith 4 and Cole Monroe 1. Bulls 43, Nets 8 Scoring for the Bulls were Ryan Grant 17, Collin Smith 7, Chase Fountain 4, Ethan Edwards 4, Tanner Wyatt 4, Chris Myers 3, Gunnar Gantt 2 and Ian Vickers 2. Scoring for the Nets were Jonathan Adkins 4, Dalton Walls 2 and Dakota Thompson 2. Pacers 27, Cougars 23 Scoring for the Pacers were Chandler Lambeth 6, Corey Miller 6, Bailey Bryant 4, Jordan Garrick 2, Tyler Lonnen 2, McAllister Ingram 2 and Dillon Auman 1. Scoring for the Cougars were Matt Miller 6, Kaleb Reeves 6, Hayes Hardin 4, Ty Miller 4, Matthew Stanley 3, Victor Hensley 2 and Gage Powers 2.
Feb. 14 Minor Division Bulldogs 17, Heat 6 Scoring for the Bulldogs were Matthew Owen 4, Zack Krepjs 4, Gavin Rains 4, Bryant Walker 3 and Nick Halo 2. Scoring for the Heat were Noah Austin 2, David Braswell 2 and Blake Sheets 2. Cowboys 23, Panthers 14 Scoring for the Cowboys were Michael Batts 9, Adrian Shoan 2, Brent-
ley Aikens 2 and Taylor Garrick 1. Scoring for the Panthers were Will Swift 8, Gavin Leonard 6, Randy Owens 4, Taylor Gantt 2, Nathan Mullis 2 and Skylar Swaney 1. Raptors 21, Comets 2 Scoring for the Raptors were Chet Sikes 7, Jake Ledbetter 6, Mick Henderson 4, Kendall Lewis 2 and Koty Proctor 2. Camryn Briley scored 2 for the Comets. Hornets 18, Spurs 12 Scoring for the Hornets were Connor Cox 12, Owen Stanley 2, Jake Tuggle 2 and Dru Hill 2. Scoring for the Spurs were Corey Hudgins 6, Lucas Kelly 2, Jamison Thigpen 2 and Gunnar Harris 2. Eagles 24, Warriors 5 Scoring for the Eagles were Hunter Neal 12, Leland Hager 4, Logan McKinney 4, Dillon Brewer 2 and Kenny Coleman 2. Scoring for the Warriors were Erin Waynick 2, Matthew Williams 2 and Jeff Staley 1.
Feb. 20 Minor Division Warriors 8, Panthers 2 Jeff Staley scored 4 for the Warriors and team points added 4 more. Noah Brown scored for the Panthers. Heat 23, Comets 4 Scoring for the Heat were Jackson Powell 6, Blake Sheets 6, Ryan Smith 4, Michael Oaks 4 and Kailey Williams 3. Dawson Foley 2 and Garrett Meadows 2 scored for the Comets. Bulldogs 33, Warriors 14 Scoring for the Bulldogs were Bryant Walker 12, Matthew Owen 10, Nick Halo 9 and Zack Krepjs 2. Scoring for the Warriors were Jeff Staley 10 and Rylee Butler 4. Raptors 22, Heat 10 Scoring for the Raptors were Koty Proctor 13, Chet Sikes 4, Mick Henderson 2, Reece Kennedy 2 and Gavin Stephenson 1. Scoring for the Heat were Jackson Powell 4, David Braswell 4 and Michael Oaks 2. Eagles 24, Spurs 18 Scoring for the Eagles
were Hunter Neal 12, Leland Hayes 6, Dillon Brewer 2, Meredith Landry 2 and Logan McKinney 2. For the Spurs, Corey Hudgins scored 16 and Lucas Kelly 2. Cowboys 16, Hornets 13 Scoring for the Cowboys were Connor Cox 5, Bryce Lowe 4, Owen Stanley 2 and Jake Tuggle 2. Scoring for the Hornets were Randy Owens 7, Nathan Mullis 4, Will Swift 2, Ben Owens 2 and Gavin Leonard 1.
Major Girls Tarheels 24, Blue Devils 17 Scoring for the Tarheels were Tiffany Stanley 10, Davey Albertson 6, Allison Watkins 4, Paige Shore 2 and Elly Hicks 2. Scoring for the Blue Devils were Chelsea Davis 4, Kristen Johnson 4, Kaitlyn Cox 3, Jazmyn McGinnis 2, Macy Eidenberger 2 and Mikayla Lindsay 2. Wolfpack 29, Tigers 24 Scoring for the Wolfpack were Kaitlyn Stevenson 11, Katie Hodge 6, Jade Earnhardt 6, Hope Skipper 2, Allison Tyree 2 and Ramsey Luther 2. Scoring for the Tigers were Savannah Woolard 13, Megan Echard 7, Kaley Rotilio 2 and Shay Felder 2.
Major Boys Pacers 30, Mavericks 25 Scoring for the Pacers were Kaleb Reeves 10, Matt Miller 6, Ty Miller 6, Gage Powers 4, Dustin Jessee 2 and Matthew Stanley 2. Scoring for the Mavericks were Justin McCall 8, Luke Kirby 8, Jake Grantham 4, Nick Beck 3 and Charlie Edwards 2. Bulls 36, Colonels 24 Scoring for the Bulls were Collin Smith 15, Ryan Grant 12, Chris Myers 7 and Ian Vickers 2. Scoring for the Colonels were Will Misenheimer 10, Austin Lambert 6, Ethan Misenheimer 2, Justin Taylor 2, Dylan Phillips 2, Hunter Miller 1 and Corey Hudgins 1.
Senior Division Celtics 67, Mustangs 41 Scoring for the Celtics were Wesley Helmendollar 17, Jacob Gulledge 10, Jacob Self 9, Graham Brown 9, Shane Smith 8, Bradley Bennett 7, Cole Tickle 4 and Will Misenheimer 3. Scoring for the Mustangs were Corey Lewis 13, Skylar King 8, Nate Hammett 8, Zak Lax 5, Phillip Perez 5 and Brandon Simmons 2. Bullets 45, Magic 41 Scoring for the Bullets were Bo Lewis 17, Frankie Manino 10, Steve Brincefield 10, Levi Lovell 2, Jordan Vick 2, Brandon Lowe 2 and Ivan Ramirez 2. Scoring for the Magic were Tyler Hill 15, Mark Slack 10, Matt Beeson 6, Jordan Smith 5, Austin Hyler 3, Dean Richardson 2 and Dillon Johnson 2.
Y’jackets 27, Wolfpack 12 Scoring for the Yellowjackets were Zachary Krpejs 1, Thad Moffitt 9, Randy Owens 7, Connor Stanley 4, Georgia Stanley 2, Caitlin Swiggett 1 and Bryant Walker 3. Scoring for the Wolfpack were Taylor Davis 7, Austin Graham 1, Charlie McKeown 2, Chris Rutaysire 1 and Logan Somero 1. Hurricanes 22, Cavs 13 Scoring for the Hurricanes were Austin Biggs 2, Luke Gentry 2, Bryson Newton 6, Sydnie Thompson 1, Jake Tuggle 8 and Krista Tuggle 3. Scoring for the Cavs were Samuel Abee 2, Tysaun Billy 1, Dylan Brooks 1, Chance Fraley 1, Jake Sechrest 6 and Gabe Hernandez 2. Deacons 25, Tarheels 20 Scoring for the Deacons were Tony Barnes 1, Alexjandro Gonzalez 12, Harrison Moffitt 2, Hunter Neal 6, Ben Owens 1 and Kelli Wagner 3. Scoring for the Tarheels were Jacob Beasley 8, India Benfield 1, Jake Ledbetter 8, Alex Poplin 1, Austin Poplin 1 and Christen Rosenbaum 1.
Feb. 15 Hoopsters Tarheels 23, Cavs 9 Scoring for the Tarheels were Jacob Beasley 3, India Benfield 2, Jake Ledbetter 7, Brian Lemly 8, Brent Owens 1 and Austin Poplin 2. Scoring for the Cavs were Dylan Brooks 1, Chase McKinney 2, Jake Sechrest 2 and Gabe Hernandez 4. Seminoles 20, Hurricanes 17 Scoring for the Seminoles were Garrett Allen 3, Jordan Kight 7, Jack McCrosky 4 and Christian Tate 6. Scoring for the Hurricanes were Luke Gentry 2, Bryson Newton 4, Austin Roberts 4 and Jake Tuggle 7.
Jammers Warriors 27, Blazers 13 Scoring for the Warriors were Georgia Garrison 5, Grayson Lane 8, Joshua Miller 2, Chase Nicks 5, John Wagner 2 and Tiffany Weatherman 5. Scoring for the Blazers were Josh Elam 3, Garrett Newton 4, Yogi Sookdeo 2, Timmy Teal 2 and Tabitha Williams 2.
Feb. 16 Hoopsters Cavs 19, Wolfpack 17 Scoring for the Cavs were Chase McKinney 2, Jake Sechrest 13 and Gabe Hernandez 4. Scoring for the Wolfpack were Taylor Davis 11, Austin Graham 3, Chris Rutayisire 1, Evan Somero 1 and Logan Somero 1.
Seminoles 20, Blue Devils 8 Scoring for the Seminoles were Garrett Allen 5, Jordan Kight 4, Tyson Kight 2, Christian Tate 4 and Bryce Waldroup 5. Scoring for the Blue Devils were Mason Duncan 1, Bryce Nguyen 5 and Jose Reyes 2.
Jammers
Spurs 28, Warriors 27 Scoring for the Spurs were Jeffery Byrd 3, Sam Farlow 2, Dylan Foster 2, Ian Hippert 9, Gage Powers 8, Jacob Smith 2 and Drew Wheat 2. Scoring for Warriors were Kaleb Barker 2, Garrett Booher 2, Georgia Garrison 1, Grayson Lane 3, Joshua Miller 6, Chase Nicks 8, John Wagner 3 and Tiffany Weatherman 2.
Feb. 17 Hoopsters
Deacons 31, Cavs 19 Scoring for the Deacons were Bryson Bartley 1, Alexjandro Gonzalez 7, Harrison Moffitt 3, Hunter Neal 10, Ben Owens 2, Jennifer Wagner 6 and Kelli Wagner 2. Scoring for the Cavs were Samuel Abee 1, Chase McKinney 3, Jake Sechrest 12 and Gabe Hernandez 3. Seminoles 27, Hurricanes 15 Scoring for the Seminoles were Garrett Allen 7, Jordan Gillespie 1, Jack McCroskey 1, Steven Moore 6, Christian Tate 9 and Bryce Waldroup 3. Scoring for the Hurricanes were Brooklyn Freeman 1, Luke Gentry 2, Bryson Newton 2, Austin Robert 4, Courtland Starr 1 and Jake Tuggle 5. Y’jackets 23, Blue Devils 8 Scoring for the Yellowjackets were Zachary Krpejs 3, Thad Moffitt 7, Randy Owens 4, Lillian Royal 1, Georgia Stanley 4 and Bryant Walker 4. Scoring for the Blue Devils were London Avant 1, Mason Duncan 1, Autumn Furr 2, Bryce Nguyen 3 and Carley Todd 1.
Feb. 18 Jammers
Warriors 21, Wizards 18 Scoring for the Warriors were Garrett Booher 3, Georgia Garrison 2, Corey Hunt 3, Grayson Lane 5, Joshua Miller 6 and John Wagner 2. Scoring for the Wizards were Zach Lambeth 2, Austin Minish 5, Austin Sexton 8, Houston Smith 2 and Jonah Smith 1. Spurs 36, Kings 9 Scoring for the Spurs were Jeffery Byrd 4, Sam Farlow 4, Dylan Foster 2, Ian Hippert 14, Gage Powers 10, and Drew Wheat 2. Scoring for the Kings were Christian Coggins 2, Zachary Gilkerson 2 and Myles Somero 5. Lakers 30, Knicks 25 Scoring for the Lakers were Trevor Benfield 6, Will Bishop 4, Billy Dunlap 8, Cole Hill 2, McAllister Ingram 5, Dakota McNair 2 and Ryan Rathbone 3. Scoring for the Knicks were Jonathan Adkins 10, Cody Scott 6 and Devin West 9.
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Breanna is the granddaughter of Steve and Susan Gilbreth, both leaders in the church. She has spent months in treatment at Brenner Children’s Hospital in WinstonSalem and is on schedule to receive core blood stem cell treatments at Duke
University, where a match has been found. “The expenses and the treatments are something we want to help with,� Auman said. “You can help by attending a roast beef dinner from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at Fairfield.� The church also will hold a silent auction, bake sale and sell T-shirts and bracelets. The church will continue its effort to help the Mercantini family with a hot dog supper and live auction at 5 p.m. Saturday, April 24. “We are receiving many donated items from the community to make this
auction a huge success,� said Auman. A golf tournament will be held Saturday, May 8. More details about that event will be publicized later. Austin Reddick, also a leukemia patient much beloved by our community, said Auman, was Breanna’s next door neighbor at Brenner Children’s Hospital and is having similar treatments. “As you recall, more than 1,000 turned out at Fairfield not long ago to support Austin in finding a match for his treatment and a match was found for him,� she added. “Thanks
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010
Guil-Rand asks residents to support referendum To the editor, Randolph County Emergency Services (fire, law enforcement and EMS) are fortunate to have the ability to train their own personnel through Randolph Community College. RCC provides all emergency service organizations in this county with the needed classes and facilities to train the staff who protect the people of the communities we serve. This has been a blessing to the Guil-Rand Fire Department. Last year, legislators discussed the idea of increasing the tuition fee. This would have been a tremendous financial burden on Guil-Rand’s ability to educate its firefighters. It is my understanding that the community colleges were not in favor of the increase. The increase would have created training and budget problems for every emergency service organization across the state. Guil-Rand spends many hours per month training its firefighters through the community college system. Without Randolph Community College, Guil-Rand could not train and educate its firefighters in a cost-effective manner. I write this letter on behalf of the Guil-Rand Fire Department and all emergency service workers throughout Randolph County. I ask voters to support the ¼-cent tax referendum. Randolph County Commissioners said that for the next four to five years the proceeds would be used to expand the overcrowded campus of RCC.
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BY ELIZABETH SAUNDERS City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. today (Feb. 25), and from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday, at Colonial Country Club in Trinity. For years, the annual retreat was held in Pinehurst to give council members dedicated time to hear detailed
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RCC strives to meet the needs of our county without turning away anyone who wants to better themselves. Expansion of the campus will help decrease the 11 percent unemployment in Randolph County. Remember this. The tax is not on property, it’s on sales. That means an estimated 25 to 30 percent of this tax will be paid by non-residents like the 750,000 annual visitors to the N.C. Zoo and other visitors who travel into the county. To raise the same amount of money, it would take a 2-cent property tax increase and I know we all do not want that. Please vote “FOR” the ¼-cent tax referendum on March 2 to help our community college and the citizens of Randolph County.
To the editor, I would like to thank the cities of Archdale and Trinity for their continued support of the Archdale-Trinity Community Band. For those who are not familiar with the band, we were formed in 2004 under the directorship of Mr. Charles “Chuck” Cronham. Mr. Cronham wanted to bring the arts back to our community and decided to contact as many of his former high school band students as he could possibly find. As a proud member of this band, as well as a former student, I am pleased to say that our band has grown to include high school students from high schools outside of our community – giving our band a wide variety of age and experience. But one thing remains the same: We would not be able to exist without the support we receive each year from these two cities. Your generous donations each year help to provide the band with music and instruments so that we may participate in the different community events throughout the year. With this being said, I would like to remind everyone in our community that the band is available throughout the year and we would love to participate in your events. Many local churches have contacted us over the years and we have been able to perform during some of their special programs. Please do not hesitate to call me at 4422071 if you have an event in which you would love to have some music provided.
Chief Brian Cox Guil-Rand Fire Department
Karen P. Allred Archdale-Trinity Community Band
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All have agreed that voters’ approval would help the county’s unemployed people. “We’re full, but we have students lined up at the door, we have unemployed people lining up at the door,” Shackleford told the Council. “There are 8,000 unemployed people in Randolph County and 44 percent of those are enrolled at RCC. I’m not asking you to support RCC, I’m asking you to support Randolph County.” Shackleford’s presentation in Trinity was part of a tour of the county to promote the quarter-cent (onefourth of a penny or $0.0025) sales tax. The proceeds would pay for the expansion of the college over the next four to five years. Specifically, it would be used to renovate the Klaussner building, purchased for the college by the County Commissioners in June 2008. The renovation will allow the college to double its machine training, add a new business center and create the facilities to house its new industrial engineering program. Currently, the only other industrial engineering classes are in Raleigh or Charlotte. The school needs the money the tax would generate, he continued, because only the 15 percent of its budget that comes from the county can be used for capital projects and maintenance needs. The other 85 percent, which comes from the state, can only be used for operations. “We can’t use any state money for capital needs,” Shackleford reiterated. “Randolph County has just spent $80 million on two new high schools and water line projects — they can’t borrow anymore. When we asked for their help they could have said, ‘we’re sorry, we can’t help.’ They could pass a $.02 property tax increase, which is what it would take to raise the same amount of money. Or, they said we could ask voters to approve the quarter-cent sales tax.” The Council agreed with Shackleford, and voted unanimously to issue a resolution in support of the tax. Others also support the sales tax. “I think if people understand the quarter-cent [tax], they’d pass it, but they don’t understand,” agreed Board of Education member Paul Guthrie. “I think the sales tax is the fairest. The poor property owner has been paying his share forever.” “Think about all the people who come here,” County Manager Richard Wells said. “Think about the people who visit the Zoo, stay in Archdale’s hotels and eat in our restaurants — they’ll be paying our bills. Can you imagine how many people have taken a class or learned a skill at RCC over the years? It must be thousands. The counties around us all have other colleges, but not us. All we have is RCC.” Early voting is currently under way at the county municipal building at 725 McDowell Road in Asheboro. The hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today (Feb. 25) and Friday, Feb. 26, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27. Voters may go to the polls from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 2, at their regular polling locations.
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staff reports, as well as plan priorities and budget guidelines for the upcoming year. Last year, City leaders thought that having the retreat in that venue appeared insensitive of the tough economy; however, they could not cancel the reservation without losing most of the budgeted expense. With this year’s location closer to home, no money will be expended on lodging. Agenda items include finance, utilities and reports from city departments.
Jerry Sturgis
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Chester Ayers Continued from front
“Before I moved here I checked the codes, there were no codes about trucks parking, so I bought a house and parked my truck there,” recounted Gerald Wong. “I’ve spent $500 since this started to park my truck elsewhere and it has been broken into and the diesel siphoned. I’ve had to reimburse my employer. You don’t pass laws for these problems, you work it out as neighbors.” Ed Lohr, a trucker, noted that he had no complaints from his neighbors and that everybody’s situation is different. Tommy Wilmoth also spoke in opposition to the ordinance. After the public hearing, Council discussed the idea of grandfathering trucks as a nonconforming use. City Attorney Bob Wilhoit pointed out that a nonconforming use is usually a piece of real estate or a structure and that trying to use that to grandfather tractor-trailers, which are mobile, would be difficult and require a safeguard such as a permit. “You’re still not solving anything (by
doing that),” Councilman Tyler Earnst protested. “What does this accomplish?” “It protects the future of the city,” said Councilwoman Kristen Varner. But, Earnst and Councilwoman Karen Bridges pointed out, it does not solve the original issue — some truckers are parking in residential neighborhoods and causing problems for their neighbors. Councilman Kelly Grooms shook his head and made the motion that was approved. “I’m gonna make people mad. What if we allow the existing truckers to apply for permits within 30 days from today, regardless of where they live, and after that it’s over? Zoning can take over from there.” After those 30 days, the moratorium on the original ordinance would be lifted and any non-permitted trucks would be in violation of the zoning ordinance. Grooms’ proposal was approved 6-2. Bridges and Earnst opposed the motion and cited their disapproval of tractortrailer parking in residential neighborhoods.
Bush Hill Festival applications online Vendor applications for the 25th annual Bush Hill Heritage Festival, set for Saturday, Sept. 11, are posted online at www.bushhillfestival. com. On the home page, click on the vendor tab to the left. Applications will not be mailed to vendors this year except by request. Those without Internet access may call the Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce at 434-2073 and an application will be faxed or mailed. Food vendors will be limited to
three of the same food item such as ice cream or hot dog. Food vendors are accepted on a first come, first served basis. The Festival Committee has been seeking local performers for the main entertainment and gospel stages. Performers will be selected by a committee and notified as soon as possible. For more information about the festival, contact Phyllis East, Bush Hill Heritage Festival at 434-2073. www.bushhillfestival.com
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010
Church news
Sophie remembered through blood drive
COAT breakfast today Community Outreach of Archdale-Trinity invites pastors or church representatives to a special breakfast and minister’s gathering from 9 to 10 a.m. today (Feb. 25) at COAT’s office in First Baptist Church of Archdale. The purpose of the meal is to introduce COAT’s work as a food pantry and assistance agency. COAT was founded by area churches, and its goal is to partner in prayer and in action to meet the needs of the community. For details, call 431-3663. The church is at 10607 N. Main St.
Order Brunswick stew now The United Methodist Men of Archdale United Methodist Church are accepting orders for Brunswick stew. The cost is $6 per quart. To place an order, call the church office at 431-7111. Pick-up will be from noon to 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 5, and from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 6. The church is on the corner of Main and Petty streets.
Barbecue dinner includes chicken Caraway Baptist Church will hold their annual winter barbecue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27. The menu includes chicken, barbecue, slaw, fries, hushpuppies, drink and dessert. Eat-in plates are by donation. Take-out plates are $6.50 each. The church is at 2928 Beeson Farm Road in Sophia.
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ophie Layne Bryant was a little miracle, a baby who brought together a church and a community in her scant 17 days of life. And although her life was short, she lives on through the willingness of others to give their own blood. STAFF REPORT
“Sophie brought a lot of people together in the church and in the community,� said Ray Luther, pastor of Springfield Friends Meeting. “The church has hosted the blood drive every year since then to help keep her memory alive.� Sophie was born in 2004 with a form of congenital heart disease that required massive transfusions of blood and two open heart surgeries before she was six days old. Tragically, her tired heart gave out after only 17 days. “The left side of her heart was severely underdeveloped,� said Debi Bryant, Sophie’s mother. “The doctors at Brenner Children’s Hospital put her on a heart-lung machine. She was on it for 11 days, and every four hours she received blood or a blood product.�
During that time, Bryant said, she and her husband Tom talked about how much blood Sophie was receiving. “That machine ran off the gift of others, and after her death we decided we wanted to do something to support Sophie’s memory,� she explained. The Bryants turned grief into activism — they started a blood drive in Sophie’s name to keep her memory alive. The blood drive is always held on Feb. 28, Sophie’s birthday. This year would have been Sophie’s sixth birthday. The Bryants also collect books to donate to children in Brenner Children’s Hospital, where Sophie spent most of her short life. Blood is desperately needed. The Red Cross is currently in urgent need of type O negative, the universal donor. Recent challenging weather has led to a severe drop in the number of units collected. Those who donate are eligible to enter for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card from the Red Cross. The American Red Cross Carolinas Blood Services Region must have 1,600 people give blood and platelets each weekday to meet hospital demand in our communities. Blood can be safely donated every 56 days.
Sophie Layne Bryant
Most healthy people age 17 and older (or 16 with parental consent), weighing at least 110 pounds, are eligible to donate blood. A blood donor card or photo ID is required at check-in. The blood drive will be held from 1:30 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28, at Springfield Friends Meeting. Walkins are welcome, but appointments are preferred. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Bryant at 431-4362 or 215-4236. The meeting is at 555 E. Springfield Road in High Point.
BeneďŹ t supper, auction Feb. 27 Fairfield United Methodist Church will hold a roast beef dinner, bake sale and silent auction from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27. The fundraiser will benefit Breanna Mercantini, a 5-year-old with acute myelogenous leukemia. For details, visit http://pray4breanna.blogspot.com or http://caringbridge.org/visit/breannamercantini. The church is at 1505 N.C. Hwy. 62 in High Point.
Barbecue, silent auction Feb. 27 Prospect United Methodist Church will hold a barbecue meal and silent auction to benefit Austin Reddick beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27. The cost is $7 per plate. Austin, who is 19 years old and a 2008 graduate of Trinity High School, has acute myeloid leukemia and is currently awaiting a bone marrow transplant. The church is at 5553 Prospect St. in Archdale.
Sewing session Feb. 27 New Covenant Lutheran Church will hold a sewing session will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 27. The group will create quilts, pillows and shopping bags. For more information, call 431-7491. The church is at 10445 N. Main St. in Archdale.
Revival begins Feb. 28 Cloverdale Church of the Living God will hold a revival Sunday through Wednesday, Feb. 28, through March 3. The services will be at 6 p.m. Sunday and at 7 p.m Monday through Wednesday. Bishop Dwayne Pruitt from Bassett, Va., will be the guest speaker. For more information, contact the church office at 8864963. The church is at 1919 S. Elm St. in High Point.
Take Two sale March 11-13
Young Friends raise funds for MS
Archdale United Methodist Church will hold its spring Take Two children’s consignment sale Thursday through Saturday, March 11-13. The proceeds of the sale will benefit the children’s and youth ministries. Sale hours are 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Sale items include spring and summer children’s clothing, uniforms, bedding, shoes, toys, books and maternity clothing. Consignors also are needed. To receive a consignor number and schedule a drop-off appointment, call Amy Dabbs at 474-6962. Appointments are required to drop-off items for consignment. For details, visit www.archdaleumc.com/taketwo. The church is on the corner of Main and Petty streets.
Archdale Friends Meeting’s Care Kids and Tweens will walk in the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s MS Walk at the N.C. Zoo on Saturday, March 27. Checks should be made out to National MS Society and delivered to Wendy Ross-Terry at Wee Friends Pre-school. Collection containers are available at the meeting house. The meeting is at 114 Trindale Road in Archdale.
Consignors needed for sale Pleasant Union United Methodist Church seeks consignors for its children’s consignment sale, to be held Friday and Saturday, March 12 and 13. Hours are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 13. Items needed for consignment include clothing, toys, shoes, baby equipment, DVDs and much more. The church also will accept donations of items for the sale. For more information or to become a consignor, contact puconsignment@gmail.com or Erin Caligan at 685-4013. The church is at 5929 Coble Church Road in Liberty.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010
Coward named ABWA’s Woman of the Year T
oby Coward of Archdale was named 2010 Woman of the Year by the Furniture Capital Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association. She was presented the award at the chapter’s Feb. 11 meeting. Coward has held the offices of president and treasurer and has chaired multiple chapter committees. She won the Merit Award in 1979 and was the chapter delegate to the ABWA National Convention in 1978. She is employed by Quality Packaging Corporation of High Point. In other business, Liz Schmid spoke about starting Birds Unlimited, her business on Eastchester Drive in High Point. Karen Walton, a Cedar Square resident, presented a program on business ethics. Annie Chappell was the vocational speaker. The business of the month was the Archdale Trinity Chamber of Commerce. Frances Efird was named the member of the month.
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Gold buy to profit THS theatre The THS Drama Boosters are going for the gold — a gold buying blitz, that is. A licensed gold dealer will be present to appraise gold and pay top dollar on the spot, said theatre teacher Michael Johnson. The event will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 4, in the theatre. “Bring your unwanted, broken, kinked
and mismatched pieces of gold that you would like to sell and you will be amazed at how much you will earn,” Johnson said. “What other fundraiser pays you to attend.” The evening also offers food and fellowship. For more information, contact Johnson at 861-6870.
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Obituaries Millard Alewine ...... Archdale Scott Bedwell .... Greensboro Lessie Smith Briley .. Archdale Mel Chandler .. Winston-Salem Robert Coltrane Jr. .. High Point Rayford M. English ... Archdale Jimmy Fountain ......... Sophia
Troy E. Gallimore Jr. ... Trinity Esker ‘Junior’ Key .... Trinity Mack Koontz ....... High Point Nancy Jo Morgan .... Archdale Jacqueline Titus ... High Point Jewell Young ..... Jamestown
Rayford Madison English Rayford “Peanut” Madison English, 91, of Archdale, died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. He was born Aug. 26, 1918, in Randolph County, a son of Benjamin T. and Florence Strange English. A resident of Archdale all of his life, he served in the Army Air Corps and later owned and operated English Service Station and English Tire Recapping. He attended Archdale Friends Meeting. In his early years, he was a dog trainer with his father and brothers. He was married to Virgie Suggs, who preceded him in death. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Benny English; a granddaughter; a sister, Rhuvator English; and two brothers, Bryce Thomas English and John Gilbert English. Surviving are a son, Donald Ray English of Archdale; a granddaughter; two great-grandsons; and a sister, Margie Clements of Archdale. A funeral service was held Saturday, Feb. 20, in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale, officiated by Pastor David R. Mercadante. Burial with military honors followed in Springfield Friends Meeting Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Archdale Friends Meeting, 114 Trindale Road, Archdale, NC 27263. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
Nancy Jo Cruthis Morgan Nancy Jo Cruthis Morgan, 70, of 2383 Coltrane Mill Road, Archdale, died Friday, Feb. 19, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. She had been in declining health for the past three years. A native and lifelong resident of this area, she was born Dec. 27, 1939, in Guilford County, a daughter to the late Joseph Lee Cruthis and the late Lillie Leonard Cruthis. She was a homemaker and retired farmer who enjoyed playing the piano and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. On Sept. 21, 1957, she married Glenn Morgan, who survives of the home. Also surviving are three sons, Michael Morgan and wife Malinda of Archdale, Barry Morgan and wife Yvonne of Wallburg and David Morgan and wife Angie of Greensboro; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. The funeral service was held Tuesday, Feb. 23, at Pinegrove Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jeff Wood, the Rev. Buddy Fox and the Rev. Billy McDaniels officiating. Burial followed in Guilford Memorial Park Cemetery. Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale assisted the family. Memorials may be directed to National Kidney Foundation, 5950 Fairview Road, Charlotte, NC 28210. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
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Jimmy Lynn Fountain, 62, of 3847 Knollview Drive, Sophia, died Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, at Hospice Home at High Point. He was born Sept. 27, 1947, in High Point, to Colon and Ruby Shaw Fountain. He was a U.S. Army veteran, having served in Germany during the Vietnam war. He was employed as a driver for Flowers Bakery in Jamestown for 33 years. He was married to Joyce Wall Fountain, who preceded him in death in 2008. Surviving are two sons, Bobby Fountain and wife Patricia of New London and Jeff Fountain and wife Teresa of Sophia; and a granddaughter,. The funeral was held Thursday, Feb. 18, in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale, officiated by the Rev. Frank Gribble. Interment was in Floral Garden Memorial Park. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
Mack Koontz Mack Vestal Koontz, 91, formerly of High Point, died Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, at Westwood Health and Rehabilitation in Archdale. Born Aug. 18, 1918, in Lexington, he was the son of the late Mack Michael and Lizette Markland Koontz. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was retired from Colony Table and was a member of Fairview United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Myrthene Koontz; and nieces and nephews. The funeral was held Monday, Feb. 15, in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale, officiated by the Rev. Joyce H. Bunn. Interment followed at Fairview United Methodist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216. Online condolences can be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
Millard Alewine Millard Crayton Alewine, 76, of Archdale, died Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. Born May 3, 1933, in South Carolina, he was the son of the late Crayton and Hannah Vaughn Alewine. He was self-employed as a painter and later worked in the textiles industry. He was an avid outdoorsman. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Joyce Alewine of the home; three daughters, Cathy Brown and husband Mike of Aberdeen, Sue Nareau and husband John and Margaret Stevens and husband Tony, all of Trinity; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. The funeral was held Friday, Feb. 19, in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale. Interment followed in Randolph Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
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Troy E. Gallimore Jr.
Esker Key
Troy Edward “Junior” Gallimore Jr., 78, of 8222 Hwy. 64 West, Trinity, died Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, at his home. Born Dec. 25, 1931, in Randolph County, he was the son of Troy Edward Gallimore Sr. and Bessie Edith Loflin Gallimore. He was the owner of Gallimore Packing Plant and Colonial Meat Service. He was a member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church and a member of the Cattleman’s Association. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Jacqueline Gallimore. Surviving are his wife, Helen Hunt Gallimore of the home; daughters, Sandra Gallimore Snider and husband Michael of Trinity, Kathy Gallimore Smith and husband Aubrey of Asheboro and Debbie Gallimore Foust and husband Neal of Asheboro; sisters, Joyce Lambeth and Lois Parrish, both of Lexington, Shirley Hedrick and husband Vann of Trinity, Norma Hall and husband Sidney of Asheboro and Peggy Lambeth and husband Larry of Trinity: brothers, Joe Gallimore and wife Trish of Winston-Salem and Jerry Gallimore and wife Nancy of Lexington; six grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Feb. 17, at Tabernacle United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Hillis Burton, the Rev. Barry Wall and the Rev. Karen Smith officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Randolph, P.O. Box 9, Asheboro, NC 27204-0009; or to Tabernacle UMC, 199 Tabernacle Church Road, Trinity, NC 27370.
Esker “Junior” Key, 68, of 5713 Ronniedale Road, Trinity, died Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. A native of Surry County, he was born April 30, 1941, a son to James Monroe Key and Rosie Holt Key. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church. For more than 30 years, he worked as a sample maker at Clyde Pearson Furniture Company, retiring in 2007. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Gurney Key, Johnny Key, Lester Key and Edgar Key. Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Melba Ann Wilson Key; two children, Phyllis Ann Key Winfrey and husband Timothy of Archdale and Elwood Key and wife Marsha Hawks Key of Sophia; two sisters, Mary Reid of High Point and Bessie McCormick of Surry County; a brother, Howard Key of Mt. Airy; and three grandchildren. A funeral service was held Tuesday, Feb. 23, in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale, with the Rev. Jeff Johnson, the Rev. Ottis Collins and the Rev. Don Collins officiating. Burial followed in Faith Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 230585216.
Tributes may be made online at www.ridgefuneralhome.com.
Lessie Smith Briley Lessie Smith Briley, 99, formerly of Lake Drive, Archdale, died Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, at the GrayBrier Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born June 26, 1910, in Guilford County, a daughter of Willard A. and Etta Smith. She graduated from High Point High School in 1928. She retired from Adams Millis Hosiery. She was a member of Welch Memorial United Methodist Church. She was married to Roscoe Leroy Briley, who preceded her in death in 1987. She was preceded in death by a son, Richard L. Briley; three brothers; and three sisters. Surviving are a daughter, Sylvia Paul and husband Joel of Archdale; daughter-in-law, Carol G. Briley of High Point; sister-in-law, Ruth Smith of Florida; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and three great-greatgrandchildren. A funeral service was conducted Tuesday, Feb. 16, at Welch Memorial United Methodist Church, by Dr. Karen Hudson and the Rev. Frank L. Jarvis. Interment followed in the Floral Garden Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed to Welch Memorial United Methodist Church, 2405 Bellmeade St., High Point, NC 27263.
Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
Jacqueline Johnson Titus
Jacqueline “Jackie” Denise Johnson Titus, 53, of 303 Edgeview Road, High Point, died Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, at Moses Cone Hospital in High Point. She was born Sept. 9, 1956, in Fayetteville, a daughter of Flossie McCleod Johnson and Johnny Johnson. She graduated from High Point Central High School in 1974. She was employed with Hix’s Insurance Company as an insurance agent. She was a member of Temple Memorial Baptist Church. In addition to her father, her nephew, Stephen Johnson, preceded her in death. Surviving are her husband, Samuel L. Titus of the home; mother, Flossie M. Johnson of High Point; two daughters, PaShonda Johnson and Yvonnia Johnson, both of High Point; eight grandchildren; three stepsons, Brical Williams of High Point, Samuel Davis of Archdale and Rico Titus of Winston-Salem; two brothers, John H. (Dot) Johnson of Greensboro and Samuel (Angela) Johnson of Summerville, S.C.; sister, Patricia Johnson of High Point; and two sisters-in-law, Ada (Charles) Walker and Mamie (Garland) Cloer, both of High Point. The funeral service was held Sunday, Feb. 21, at Temple Memorial Baptist Church, 1458 Cedrow Drive in High Point, with Pastor Thomas A. Banister III officiating. Burial followed at Carolina Biblical Gardens. People’s Funeral Service, Inc. was in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
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Mel Chandler, 48, of Winston-Salem, died Thursday, Feb. 11, 2010, at his home. Mr. Chandler was born May 25, 1961, in Miami, Fla., to the late Melvin Eugene Chandler Sr. and Patricia Lovings Chandler. He worked as a Digital Technician for Bell South and served in the U.S. Navy. He was of the Baptist faith. Surviving are children, Brandon and Samantha Chandler, both of Winston-Salem; two brothers, Chris (Traci) Chandler of Colorado and John (Katherine) Chandler of Pennsylvania; a sister, Brandy Comer of Greensboro; and he shared his life with Michele Whittington and her son, Damien Monaghan of Trinity. A celebration of life was held Saturday, Feb. 20, at CoxNeedham Chapel, with military honors by King American Legion Post 290. Memorials may be made to Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Heart Center, Medical Center Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC 27157. Cox-Needham Funeral Home of Pilot Mountain assisted the family.
Robert Claude Coltrane Jr., 80, of High Point, died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010. He was born Dec. 27, 1929, in Guilford County, a son of Claude and Lula Steed Coltrane. He graduated in 1948 from Allen Jay High School. He operated a dairy farm along with his father. For 23 years, he was employed with FCX, retiring in 1992. A birthright Quaker, he was a member of Cedar Square Friends Meeting. In 1950, he was married to Huldah Osborne, who preceded him in death in 1966. He was also preceded in death by his parents; two sisters and their husbands, Nellie C. Leonard and husband Jay and Ruth C. Davis and husband Floyd; a brother, Charles Coltrane; and a son-in-law, Kemp Bullin. In 1970, he was married to Vickie Shaver, who survives of the home. Also surviving are three daughters, Barbara C. Bullin of Greensboro, Susan Coltrane of Archdale and Sandra Coltrane Sims and husband Jeff of Greensboro; a sister-in-law, Vergie Coltrane of Sophia; five grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. The funeral service was held Sunday, Feb. 21, at Sechrest Funeral Service Chapel in Archdale, conducted by the Rev. Ben Hurley. Interment followed in Cedar Square Friends Meeting Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Cedar Square Friends Building Fund, 7546 Harlow Road, Archdale, NC 27263.
Jewell Young Jewell Stamey Young, 83, of 5050 Harvey Road, Jamestown, died Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010, at High Point Regional Hospital. She was born May 24, 1926, in Guilford County, to Robert Cruthis and Lucy Clark Cruthis. She was first married to Dover Robert Stamey, who preceded her in death in 1987. She later married Harold Eugene Young, who preceded her in death in 2003. She also was preceded in death by a son, Robert Rodney “Ronnie” Stamey. She had been employed at Adams-Millis Corporation and, along with her first husband, owned and operated Stamey’s Grocery on Kivett Drive. She is survived by two sons, Kenneth Stamey and wife Jennifer of Jamestown and Gary Stamey and wife Ann of Archdale; a brother, Harold Cruthis and wife Bobbie of Jamestown; and five grandchildren. The funeral service was held Wednesday, Feb. 24, in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale, by the Rev. Roger Carmichael. Interment followed in Guilford Memorial Park. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com.
Scott W. Bedwell Scott W. Bedwell, 23, of Greensboro, died Saturday, Feb. 13, 2010, in Browns Summit. He was born in Guilford County, to Walter L. Bedwell III and Jane Morrow Clark. He graduated from Northeast Guilford High School and attended Spirit and Truth International Church. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Walter L. Bedwell II; grandmother, Isabella Bedwell; and uncle, Randy Morrow. He is survived by his father, Walter L. Bedwell III of Greensboro; mother, Jane M. Clark of Archdale; brothers, the Rev. Walter Bedwell and wife Kelly and Bryan Bedwell and wife Jilleen, all of Florida, and Brent Bedwell of Greensboro; nephew, Trevor Bedwell; grandparents, James and Kathleen Morrow of High Point; aunt, Kathy Clinard and husband Charles Jr.; and uncle, Bill Morrow and wife Laura. A funeral service was held Thursday, Feb. 18, at Lambeth-Troxler Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Walter L. Bedwell IV officiating. Burial followed at Lakeview Memorial Park. Lambeth-Troxler Funeral Home assisted the family. Online condolences may be made at www.lambethtroxlerfuneralhome.com.
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Hospice holds remembrance service March 7
Hospice of the Piedmont will remember those who died during 2009 at its 19th annual Service of Remembrance at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 7, at Williams Memorial C.M.E. Church, 3400 Triangle Lake Road in High Point. The non-denominational service is planned by Hospice of the Piedmont, which cared for 830 patients in the Triad last year. Attendees are encouraged to bring framed tabletop photos of their loved one for display at the altar during the service. The Service of Remembrance includes a candle lighting ceremony. Rev. Robert J. Williams, Jr., senior pastor of Williams Memorial C.M.E., will present a short sermon and Hospice staff members will read selected scriptures. Special music will be heard from the church’s Choral Ensemble under the direction of Kenneth Norman and Tammy Stillwater, a harpist who provides therapeutic music at several local medical centers. In case of inclement weather, visit www.hospicecareconnection.org or call 889-8446 for a message about cancellation and rescheduling. Hospice of the Piedmont is a nonprofit agency which provides medical, emotional and spiritual support for those with life-limiting illness and their families, regardless of financial resources. The agency serves four counties – Guilford, Randolph, Davidson, and Forsyth – from its High Point office.
Free bone density screenings
Randolph Hospital will offer free bone density screenings for women Thursday, March 4. Appointments are required. Times are available between 8:30 a.m. and noon and from 1 to 5 p.m. Call 633-7788.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010
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The team, coached by Tammie Swaim, consisted of Elizabeth Adkins, Jessica Draughn, Haley Morris, all freshmen, and Kaley Williams, a junior. Draughn started the race with backstroke. Williams swam breaststroke followed by Morris in butterfly and Adkins in freestyle. The race was close during Draughn’s length but soon after, Williams bolted out of the water and gave the team a sizeable lead. Morris upheld this lead throughout her length until Adkins swam full steam toward the finish. The girls completed the race with a time of 2:18.51, winning their heat and achieving a new personal best. “I’m very proud of the girls this season and I’m looking forward to the years to come,� said Swaim. Coach Trinity’s varsity swim team has Tammie Swaim
Photos by Elizabeth Saunders
Travel team tryouts Feb. 25 The Yaks, an 8 and under travel baseball team affiliated with United States Sports Specialty Association and Nations Baseball, will hold tryouts from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25, at Wallburg Fields, 205 Motsinger Road in Wallburg. If a player is accepted, the cost to participate is $300. For more information, contact Lori Lowe at 475-0919, 689-3099 or at llowe@northstate.net; or Chris Butler at 687-7441.
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BY ELIZABETH SAUNDERS Trinity had a stellar start in last week’s PAC6 2A conference rounds. Trinity defeated Atkins 48-19 in the Feb. 16 game. The Lady Bulldogs won the semifinals Feb. 17 against T.W. Andrews, 48-41, giving them a spot at the conference championship Friday night. “It’s been a while since we’ve been playing in a championship game,�
said Head Coach Renee Hayes. Trinity was first to score in the championship game, but they had a rough night from there on, against top-ranked Carver. The Lady Jackets grabbed rebounds, intercepted the ball and made their outside shots, dominating the first half, 34-9. The Lady Bulldogs doubled their score in the third quarter and added foul shots in the fourth, but not enough to catch the Lady Jackets, who won 61-26. Logan Terry scored 9 points and Courtney Cox, 6. Cox and Amber Simrel each grabbed five rebounds. Hayes said she was proud of the girls because they didn’t quit. “I was extremely proud of how they came back (in the second half),� she said.
STAFF REPORTS
BY WILL RUMLEY
The No. 3 and No. 2 teams, respectively, Trinity and Reidsville switched leads in the first half, which ended with the Rams ahead. The Bulldogs clambored to within two points in the third quarter, 32-30. The Rams tied and pulled ahead with free throws in the fourth, for a final score of 4846. Trinity boys basketball ended the regular season Feb. 16, with a loss to T.W. Andrews, 64-48. Their luck didn’t get any better in the Piedmont Athletic Conference 2A semifinals, where they faced Carver High School Feb. 18. The Bulldogs led by 8 points at the end of the third quarter, but never made a field goal in the fourth. The Yellow Jackets’ consistent foul shots outpaced the Bulldogs for a final score of 44-36. David Clausel led Bulldog scoring with 20 points.
Lady Bulldogs compete in playoffs
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rinity High School varsity wrestlers captured the 2A Mid-East regional title during matches held Feb. 19-20, at Providence Grove High School.
he Trinity High School women’s medley relay team swam an all-out heat victory in the A/AA division statewide championships at the Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary.
STAFF REPORTS
The Lady Bulldogs catch their breath after the Feb. 19 game. Front row, from left are Amber Simrel, Christy Campbell and Tessiah Stratton; second row, Amber Lake, Logan Terry, Hannah Mebane, Courtney Cox, Morgan Loefer and and Brittany Reeves; back row, Assistant Coach David Hayes, Molly Hayes and Head Coach Renee Hayes. In the photo below, Courtney Cox scores.
Mat Dawgs head to state
Trinity girls swim to victory
rinity’s boys basketball team lost the first round of N.C. High School Athletic Association competition Monday night to Reidsville High School. Both teams started with a 20-5 overall record.
he Lady Bulldogs (11-16) competed in the first round of N.C. High School Athletic Association basketball Monday night in Siler City. They lost to JordanMatthews High School (24-4), 5334.
Registration remains open Registration for Archdale Parks and Recreation Department’s baseball program will remain open until the leagues are full. The NEWS had incorrectly reported in a previous edition that the program had completed its final registration dates. Registration fees vary from $25 to $40. Nonresidents pay an additional $10. For more information, call 431-1117 ext. 315 or 314.
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Photos by Will Rumley
Team members bottom row from left are Elizabeth Adkins and Haley Morris; top row from left, Kaley Williams and Jessica Draughn. accomplished a lot this season including many victories in individual meets for both the men’s and women’s teams, including regional-time qualifications for both teams.
Nursing scholarships available
Swim, train at YWCA
Students interested in nursing careers can apply for a scholarship or loan through the N.C. Nurse Scholars Program. Applications for the 2010-2011 academic year are available through CFNC.org. Approximately 400 awards are expected to be made for the coming year, according to the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority, a partner in CFNC. Nurse Scholars Program awards are available for undergraduate and graduate nursing students. Undergraduate amounts range from $3,000 to $5,000 for registered nursing programs at the associate or bachelor degree level. Graduate amounts are $3,250 to $6,500 for part-time and full-time study. Recipients must be legal residents of North Carolina and are required to practice as licensed registered nurses in North Carolina following completion of the nursing program. Students who do not fulfill the service obligation must repay the scholarship or loan in cash with 10 percent interest. Application deadline for the bachelor’s degree program award is Feb. 28. Deadline for the associate degree program award and the graduate degree program is May 3.
The YWCA offers lifeguard training. Classes will be offered in the spring. The course teaches professionalism, patron and facility surveillance, victim recognition, equipment-based rescues and caring for head, neck and back injuries. The YWCA also will offer a partnership with Star Aquatics for a Masters Swim program. Swim lessons are offered in morning and evening sessions every month. For more information, contact Cathy Vernon at 8824126 or cvernon@ywcahp.com. The YWCA is at 112 Gatewood Ave. in High Point. Its services are available to Archdale-Trinity residents.
THS 1975 reunion May 1 The Trinity High School Class of 1975 will hold its 35year reunion May 1. Members of the class of 1975 may contact Pamella Doby Saladino, class president, at psaladino@carolina.rr.com or 1-704-575-1985 or 421 Landsbury Drive, Waxhaw, NC 28173. All class members and teachers are invited, said organizers. The meal will be catered so advance registration is needed.
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Twelve individual wrestlers qualified to go on to the N.C. High School Athletic Association state championship, set for Feb. 26-27, at the Greensboro Coliseum. Six Bulldog wrestlers reached the regional title bout and five brought home wins — Anthony Chanthalaska at 103 pounds; Ryan Simmons, 119; Joseph Anders, who took top honors, 130; Nick Vetell, 152; and Cameron King, 171. Gant Shedden took second place at 189 pounds. Vetell was named Most Outstanding Performer for the region. The other Bulldogs who placed and will compete this weekend are Tyler Myers, Casey Bruce, Alex Gueravea, Angelo Dunn, Zack McNeil and Shane Stafford.
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he number 100 is so big to kids, said Trinity Elementary School third grade teacher Christin Frank.
The purpose of the celebration was to connect learning with fun. “You can celebrate it by connecting it to math and art,” said third grade teacher Sharon Andrews. Just how big is 100? To find the answer, kids on the 100th day of the school year counted trail mix, imagined what they would do with $100 and even pictured their lives at 100. Glenn Kidd may have said it best:
“When I am 100 years old, I will have gray hair. I will stay with mom. I will watch T.V. I will have WRINKLES.”
Kirsten Bazen, a student in Terri Washam’s second grade, illustrates herself when she is 100 years old and writes, ’I will be sad when I am 100 years old because my children would be grown.’
In Carol Cable’s class, University of North Carolina at Greensboro intern Natasha D’Amours works with Kyndall Robbins and Mason Safriet to pour ingredients for 100th day trail mix. Students estimated the number of snacks in the bag to add to the mix.
‘If I had $100’ that was in the imaginations of three students. Waylon Luckett, far left, said he would buy a new home. Shamonnie Caldwell, center, said she will get a big TV, lots of candy and toys. Hayden Bryant will buy a bike because it’s fun.
The kindergarten class of Sharon Farlow made 100th day hats.
Dakota Freeman created a cafe scene with 100 painted wood circles. When I am 100 years old I will not ware glassis. And I will naver have a cane and my har will not be grae and white. I will have a wadle Isabelle Albertson, first grade of Carol Cable.
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one Warrior at a time Austin Wiley uses a thermo hygrometer to give Wheatmore Principal Eric Johnson the weather report. At the time of the photo in December, weather conditions did not favor snow. Photos by Debbie Hightower
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ric Johnson strives to be a leader who makes a difference in the lives of his students and faculty — one Warrior at a time. The former woodworker is now a craftsman of futures for 615 students at Wheatmore High School. BY DEBBIE HIGHTOWER Mr. Johnson, as he is called at school, was named interim principal of Randolph County’s newest school in October, weeks after it opened in August. Before he was an administrator, he was a Randleman High School teacher of furniture construction, millwork and cabinetry, a trade he learned at the hand of his father. “I enjoyed getting in there with them and teaching them a skill,” he said. “That was exciting.” He felt satisfaction that he was making a difference in the lives of individual students, but could he do more? Yes. He left Randleman High to serve as an administrator at Randleman Middle School. Last summer, he was named assistant principal at WHS. “I came to Wheatmore High School to be part of an opportunity that few ever get to experience,” said Mr. Johnson. “That is being part of opening a new school.” Mr. Johnson and Kim, his wife of 16 years, live in Thomasville, but he has numerous investments in the Archdale-Trinity area. Their daughter Kathryn attends Archdale-Trinity Middle School, where she is a cheerleader and plays volleyball. The “investment” goes beyond their daughter, it extends to many students. “When I’m out and about, I get to see students in stores and restaurants,” he said. “This gives me an opportunity to make a connection with them outside of school.” Being a principal, even an interim principal, is a commitment.
Principal Eric Johnson
He arrives at school about 7 a.m. each day. He checks restrooms and makes sure the heat is running properly. But a functioning building is only part of Wheatmore’s chemistry. For the next hour and 20 minutes, Mr. Johnson greets and talks with students and teachers as they arrive. “Mr. Johnson seems to always know how students are doing and what is going on with them,” said Ruqayah Hayden, a freshman. He gets more opportunities to chat with students as he supervises lunch periods. While he interacts with students and staff, he monitors the status of Wheatmore’s chemistry. Some students smile and others wave. “It’s a great day to be a Wheatmore Warrior,” he says in the tone of a cheerleader. “Mr. Johnson is always encouraging us with a smile and a greeting in the hallways and in the morning as we enter school,” said Miranda Farmer, a freshman. During the day, Mr. Johnson walks the halls so that he can see how classes are going. He sticks his head in the doorway of Kathy Saunders’ English class. Heads are down, pencils are in motion and the room is quiet as students take a practice test. Mr. Johnson spots a student going down the hall wearing a hat. Dress code prohibits hats, so Mr. Johnson looks at the student and points to his own head. With a sheepish expression the student quickly removes the hat. While the hat incident went down well, other parts of Mr. Johnson’s days are more challenging. Sometimes the classroom chemistry isn’t working the way it should. Mr. Johnson’s challenge is to see if he can break down barriers and build bridges so that learning can move forward. “If a teacher is struggling with a student, I try to help them find a common ground,” said Mr. Johnson. “I listen to both stories. Then I try to bring them back together so that they are on the same page. Then the teacher can deliver the lesson, and the student can learn.” In a stairwell, Mr. Johnson encounters Katie Smith, Austin Wiley and Amber Farlow. They are on an assignment from their teacher Debbie Trogdon-Stout to monitor weather conditions inside the building. Austin spins an instrument in the stairwell. “What can you tell me about this device?” Mr. Johnson asks Austin. “It’s a sling cyclometer,” Austin said. “Right now, we are using it to determine the humidity.” Mr. Johnson asks Austin to compare the information they are getting to a television weather report. He wants the students to not only understand and be able to explain what they are learning, but also to relate it to everyday life. He wants to help the faculty as well. English teacher Kathy Saunders said, “Mr. John-
son has improved the learning climate of Wheatmore High School. His presence is felt by both faculty and staff in a way that makes all of us reach higher. He truly holds all of us to a higher standard.” Johnson believes his job is to facilitate student-centered learning. “That’s what we are doing with the teams, the clubs that we sponsor,” he said. “I want to give the students opportunities to make connections that will encourage them to stay in school.” At the end of his day, Mr. Johnson does a personal daily evaluation. “Did I do something positive today?” he asks himself. The measure is one Warrior at a time. “I love to watch them grow physically, academically, athletically and spiritually,” he said.
Principal Eric Johnson confers with Tabatha Kepley, left, and Jordan Beasley on an experiment done for Debbie Trogdon-Stout’s honors earth and environmental science class.
FAMILY Eric Johnson and his wife Kim live in Thomasville with their daughter Kathryn, who attends Archdale-Trinity Middle School. They are members of Fair Grove United Methodist Church.
EDUCATION He received his bachelor’s degree in business education in 1987 from Catawba College. He earned his master’s degree in educational leadership in 2008 from High Point University.
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Eric Johnson with his daughter, Kathryn, and wife, Kim. Photos submitted
Before coming to Wheatmore, he taught at Randleman High School, starting in 2002. He served as assistant principal of Randleman High School and Randleman Middle School before he was named assistant principal of Wheatmore. He was named interim principal in October.
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Staley men face child pornography charges Two men face multiple child pornography charges after detectives with the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office, acting as part of the Piedmont Internet Crimes Against Children task force, searched a residence at 2986 Soapstone Mountain Road, Staley, Feb. 4. The search was the result of an ongoing investigation into the Internet based child pornography trade. During the search, detectives found computers and other electronic media containing images and video. In connection to this, Dennis Ray Jackson Sr., 52, and Steven Conrad Jackson, 22, both of the residence, were each charged with four counts of second degree sexual exploitation of a child. Both were placed in the Randolph County Jail under a $100,000 secure bond. DOG STOLEN A Thomasville resident reported Feb. 16 the theft of her dog, valued at $150, from the 2600 block of Shallow River Drive, Thomasville. THEFTS A resident of the 7100
D. Jackson S.Jackson block of Suits Road, Archdale, reported Feb. 12 the theft of wires and hoses, valued at $3,000, from two central air conditioner units. A Trinity resident reported Feb. 17 that someone stole the registration sticker from his 2001 Dodge Durango while it was parked in the 7500 block of N.C. 62, Trinity. VEHICLE STOLEN A resident of the 1700 block of Market Drive, Sophia, reported Feb. 17 the theft of her 2003 Honda Civic, valued at $15,000; four school books, $1,050; baby stroller, $100; and baby car seat, $75. HOMES ENTERED A Randleman resident reported Feb. 15 that someone entered a residence in the 5100 block of Elmont Street, Archdale. No items were listed as missing in
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the report. A resident of the 300 block of Greenoak Drive, Archdale, reported Feb. 16 the theft of a $50 bill and $20 bill. The $20 was recovered. VEHICLE DAMAGED An employee of Piedmont Recovery Storage Lot, 8738 U.S. Hwy. 311, Archdale, reported Feb. 15 that someone shattered the driver’s side window in a 2001 International truck. Damage was set at $150. PURSE STOLEN A resident of the 2800 block of Refuge Church Drive, Trinity, reported Feb. 12 the theft of a purse, valued at $40; $25 in currency; driver’s license; and Social Security card. TAG STOLEN A resident of the 3100 block of Marcal Circle, Sophia, reported Feb. 12 the theft of the license plate from her 1996 Toyota Corolla. TIRES STOLEN Four Nissan rims and four tires, valued at $2,000, were reported stolen Feb. 14 from a resident in the 3600 block of Old Mountain Road, Trinity. In connection to this incident, Jose Parades Villagomez, 31, of 185 South Road, High Point, was charged
with possession of stolen property and felony larceny. CHARGES FILED Katelyn Elizabeth Brady, 17, of 2413 Featherstone Court, Trinity, was charged Feb. 18 with possession of drug paraphernalia. Patricia Campbell Camper, 42, of Greensboro, was charged Feb. 18 with two public nuisance violations. Barbara Harden Gardner, 66, of 6849 Coltrane Mill Road, Randleman, was charged Feb. 18 with failure to appear on a charge alleging writing a simple worthless check. Stacy Renee Hawley, 26, of 3178 Sharon Acres Drive, Sophia, was charged Feb. 18 with resisting a public official. Angela Goodyear Jones, 40, of 1265 Dixie Place, High Point, was charged Feb. 15 with a violation of school attendance law. William Reid Redwine, 23, of 3861 Fuller Mill Road North, Thomasville, was charged Feb. 15 with injury to personal property. Tiffany Nicole Russell, 18, of 4291 White Tail Drive, Trinity, was charged Feb. 18 with three counts of breaking and entering, two counts of possession of stolen property and three
counts of larceny after breaking and entering. Jerry Maurice Short Sr., 67, of 345 Colonial Loop, Randleman, was charged Feb. 18 with assault by pointing a weapon. Terry Lee Simmons, 49, of 1886 Poole Town Road, Asheboro, was charged Feb. 12 with resisting a public official. Byron Scott Small, 26, of 7042 Woodale Forest Lane, Thomasville, was charged Feb. 18 with
communicating threats, assault attempting serious injury, assault on a female, first degree burglary and possession of stolen property. Aaron Matthew St. John, 16, of 3383 Katrina Drive, Thomasville, was charged Feb. 12 with assault and battery. Kyle Lee Tomlin, 19, of 3178 Sharon Acres Drive, Sophia, was charged Feb. 15 with resisting a public official and no operator’s license.
Fugitive Watch The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has added the following two men to its fugitive watch list. Anthony Allen Polly, 28, of 4861 Cameron Circle, Asheboro, is wanted for common low robbery and simple assault. He is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. Allen Zebulon Wright Jr., 34, of 661 High Park Lane, Raleigh, is wanted for five counts of obtaining property by false pretense and six counts of identity theft. Anyone who has information about their
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Minivan fire starts on passenger’s side As of Monday, investigators had not determined the cause of a fire in a minivan. Guil-Rand firefighters were summoned to 107 Brookwood Circle at 4:18 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17. Investigators determined that the fire started in the dash of the 1995 Nissan Quest on the passenger’s side of the firewall. Guil-Rand had 20 firefighters on the scene for approximately 45 minutes. Property loss is set at $3,700 with $100 in contents lost. Guil-Rand Fire Department responded to 55 calls during the week of Feb. 14-20. Since July 1, 2009,
firefighters have answered 1,592 alarms. SUNDAY, Feb. 14 12:32 a.m. 5077 Meadowbrook Drive, assist Emergency Medical Services. 2:40 a.m. 3744 Habitat Drive, assist EMS. 8:38 a.m. 254 Linda Drive, assist EMS. 11:08 a.m. 5225 Frye St., assist EMS. 3:34 p.m. 205 Baker Road, assist EMS. 4:04 p.m. 1352 Oakmont View Road, assist EMS. 6:05 p.m. 10002 S. Main St., assist EMS. 10:07 p.m. 2923 Bronzie Lawson Road, assist EMS. MONDAY, Feb. 15 7:47 a.m. 108 Winchester Court, service call.
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Domestic violence topic of discussion The effects of domestic violence on children is the topic of a class set from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, March 12, at Asheboro Friends Meeting, 220 E. Kivett St. Points of discussion include behaviors, poor performance and short-term and long-term effects. Families and professionals are welcome. Lunch is free. To register, contact Vickie Wilson at 629-9550 or email vickiew336@embarqmail.com.
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Concealed carry class March 6 Gary Lewallen, former Archdale chief of police, will hold a concealed carry handgun class from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 6, at the GuilRand Fire Department on Main Street. Students should bring ear and eye protection, a handgun and 50 rounds of ammunition and a hip holster that
goes through a belt. Cross draw, shoulder or inside the pants holsters are not allowed. The cost is $70 per person. To register, call Archdale Ammo & Arms at 434-1522. Students will receive a call to verify enrollment.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010
Break-ins continue in Archdale Four more Archdale homes were broken into Feb. 15-17. A resident of the 500 block of Baker Road reported Feb. 15 the theft of 16 Hohner harmonicas, valued at $600. A cedar hope chest was entered, but nothing was reported missing. According to the report, the suspect entered by breaking a window at the rear of the house and exited through a bathroom window. Damages were set at $600. A resident of the 5000 block of Country Lane reported Feb. 15 the theft of a digital camera, valued at $180; gold herringbone bracelet and necklace, $1,285; onyx and silver necklace, $50; gold and diamond wedding ring, $1,200; and nine pairs of gold and diamond earrings, $2,305. A resident of the 200 block of Tarheel Drive reported Feb. 16 the theft of a chainsaw, valued at $129, and five-gallon kerosene can, $20, from an outbuilding on the property. Entry to the outbuilding was gained by prying the hasp from the door. Damage was set at $10. A resident of the 300 block of Baker Road reported Feb. 17 the theft of $180 cash. Damage was set at $100. FIGHT Archdale police responded to a call about a fight in the 300 block of Westbrook Court at 5:32 p.m. Feb. 18. Communications had advised the officer that a white man with two knives was chasing another white man. In connection to this incident, Bradley Dwight Michael, 32, of Greensboro, was charged with assault with a deadly weapon, breaking and entering, simple assault, communicating threats, assault on a female and resisting, obstructing and delaying an officer. He was placed in the Randolph County jail without bond. BICYCLE STOLEN A resident of the 700 block of Westbrook Court reported Feb. 14 the theft of a Schwinn bicycle, valued at $300, from the front porch of the residence. According to the report, the bicycle was unsecured. JEWELRY STOLEN A Pennsylvania resident
reported Feb. 18 that someone entered his hotel room at Holiday Inn, 10050 N. Main St., and removed two gold bracelets, valued at $4,500; a silver broach pin, $500; and a pair of silver earrings, $250. According to the report, the jewelry was stored in a luggage bag. CASH STOLEN An Archdale resident reported Feb. 12 that she left her wallet at Hardees, 10001 S. Main St. According to the report, when she contacted the restaurant, the on-duty manager told her that the wallet was in the restaurant’s safe. When she went to claim the wallet, $60 was missing. TANKS STOLEN A representative of CMini Mart, 10057-B N. Main St., reported Feb. 12 that eight propane tanks, valued at $440, had been removed from an outdoor storage area. According to the report, the lock on the storage area was cut. FRAUD An Archdale resident reported Feb. 17 that his retirement check had been stolen and cashed. VANDALISM A representative of Randolph Community College, 110 Park Drive, reported Feb. 15 that someone had painted a bathroom stall panel with graffiti. Damage was set at $20. VEHICLE DAMAGED A Mt. Gilead resident reported Feb. 18 that someone removed her 2003 Honda from the driveway of 105 Simmons Creek Court. The car was returned, however, the keys were missing and the car had new damage to the driver’s side near the door and damage to the dashboard on the passenger
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side. No property was listed as missing. VEHICLE STOLEN A resident of the 3900 block of Archdale Road reported Feb. 14 the theft of a 1988 Chevrolet Caprice, valued at $3,000; wallet, $50; bookbag, $30; and driver’s license. According to the report, the keys had been left in the ignition. The vehicle was later recovered by Thomasville Police. HIT AND RUN At 1:07 p.m. Feb. 14, Francisco Enriquez, 38, of 2736 Hoover Hill Road, Trinity, was travelling east on Englewood Street near Truman Street in his 2008 GMC when he went left of center and ran off the side of the road. According to an Archdale police report, the vehicle travelled 177 feet, struck a mailbox , came back onto the road, travelled another 70 feet and ran off the right side of the road. Enriquez went another 69 feet, struck a drainage pipe at 204 Englewood St. and then traveled another 39 feet. He made it back onto the road and fled the scene. Enriquez was located at the intersection of Julian Avenue and Rocklane Road and charged with driving while impaired, hit and run and having an open container of alcohol in a vehicle. SHOPLIFTING A representative of Lowes Foods, 10106-A S. Main St., reported Feb. 15 that a man and woman entered the store and went straight to the tobacco products. The man stood beside the woman to block the view as she put approximately 30 cans of snuff, valued at $122, into a bag. According to the report, the couple fled in a grayish Ford Taurus and were last seen heading south on Main Street.
A representative of Food Lion, 10102-A S. Main St., reported Feb. 18 that a man was seen stuffing packages of meat into his jacket. In connection to this, Leroy Ted Shankle, 53, of 1213 Leonard Ave., High Point, was charged with concealment of merchandise and failure to appear. CHARGES FILED Bryan Andrew Thompson, 16, of 6216 Old Mendenhall Road, was charged Feb. 18 with simple possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. John Michael Gillum, 17, of 303 Don Ave., Trinity, was charged Feb. 15 with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while license revoked and having no brake lights. Justus Akuma Chol, 29, of 10413 S. Main St., was charged Feb. 15 with assault with a deadly weapon. Lucien Anthony Brown, 43, of Georgia, was charged Feb. 15 with simple possession of a schedule VI substance. Tony Lamon McLendon, 48, of 1909 Franklin Ave., High Point, was charged Feb. 16 with possession of stolen goods, driving while license revoked and speeding. Paula Yvette McLean, 42, of 800 Woodbury St., High Point, was charged Feb. 16 with possession of stolen goods and giving false information to a law enforcement officer. Christopher Otto Welborn, 22, was charged by citation Feb. 12 with driving while license revoked. Trenton Romon Jordan, 38, was charged by citation Feb. 15 with driving while license revoked. Dwight Samuel Horner, 27, was charged by citation Feb. 17 with careless and reckless driving.
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The jobs will boost the economy, said Beverly Nelson, president of the Achdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce. “In these tough economic times, when jobs are scarce, the census office will hire up to 1,000 parttime workers, and they’re fairly well-paid,� said Nelson. “Those skills will hopefully transfer over to other jobs.� Nelson added that the job of census taker is vital to the future of the community. “A lot of funding for various projects are allocated based on population,� Nelson said. “It’s important that our population is counted accurately. Resources are allocated based on those numbers.� Four training sessions will be held in the ArchdaleTrinity area in March. Meetings will be held at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Thursdays, March 11 and 18, at Trinity City Hall and again Friday, March 19, at Archdale United Methodist Church. In addition to $13.50 per hour, workers also receive a mileage allowance, have flexible hours and work in their own community. According to www.census2010.gov, census takers must be a U.S. citizen, have a valid Social Security number, pass a written test of basic skills, pass a background check and, for most field jobs, have a valid driver’s license. Dean Booher, assistant manager for recruiting for the US Census in Asheboro, said that the job of census taker involves various tasks. “They’ll go door-to-door with a 10-question form,� said Booher. “Mostly they’ll be doing non-response follow-ups,� to make sure those who did not respond are still accurately counted. Booher, like Nelson, said an accurate count is critical to Randolph County. “The information we’re collecting dictates how many Congress people there are, how the congressional lines and state districts are drawn and allocates $400 billion per state,� he said. That equates to approximately $27,000 for each person in the state. For more information, contact the Census Bureau at 1-866-861-2010 or visit www.census2010.gov.
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Join the band at Braxton Craven Braxton Craven School has set five registrations for its band program. Band Director Chris Ferguson will meet with all fifth grade students to introduce them to the band program and demonstrate each instrument. Band is a regularly scheduled class in the school day and does not conflict with extra-curricular after-school activities, he said. “There are numerous educational benefits a student receives through participation in instrumental music,� said Ferguson. “Next year is the best time for your child to
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Press photographers to meet Feb. 26 in Asheboro The annual meeting of the North Carolina Press Photographers Association, hosted by Randolph Community College’s Photographic Technology department, has been rescheduled for Feb. 26-28 due to the inclement weather. The event will be held in the Photography Imaging Center on the Asheboro Campus. The Saturday and Sunday sessions are open to the public. The annual meeting includes the Pictures of the Year contest. The NCPPA will judge Photographer of the Year categories all day Saturday, Feb. 27, starting at 9 a.m. Documentary photographer Sam Abell is the keynote speaker at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 28. Abell’s 30-year career has included lengthy, in-depth coverages for “National Geographic�
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Tomi took over ownership of Capitol Medals in April of ‘07 after spending 20 years in the print industry in Customer Serr vice Mgmt. Tomi took on the challenge of business ownerr ship because she enjoys the act of “making someone’s day” with the creation of an engraved plate or a large corporate order of Awards and plaques. Another reason Tomi left corporate life was because she could bring Jewel - her Westie - with her to work. Jewel has been a valuable asset to the co. and acts as the PR Director. Since starting out, Tomi has established a business philoophy of providing a quality product, outstanding customer service and “doing what I say I’m going to do!” Need an award, plaque, engraving or just looking for that special unique gift, Tomi welcomes you to stop in at Capitol Medals, High Point’s greatest kept secret.
Certified Locksmith is an inshop and mobile service for home-commercial-auto customers in the need of a new key or lock change. Jim is happy to report that he can duplicate car keys with a computer chip at prices much lower than the dealership. He specializes in high security keys and master key systems for commercial business. Jim has been a locksmith since 1972 and prides himself and his staff on being “problem solvers” with solutions for your security at home or at your business. Certified Locksmith was recently awarded a contract with Arrow Lock to service the “Arrow 61” lock and key system which has an exclusive high security key that can not be duplicated by other locksmiths in the area. Jim is a state licensed and bonded locksmith.
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Owners Flowers on Greenoak Tammy Harb has always had a love for flowers. She finds flowers very inspiring and loves her job and going to work each day. What started out as a hobby 25 years ago is now a full service florist offering the finest Floral Arrangements, Plants, European Gardens, Dish Gardens, Gift Baskets, Fruit Baskets, Balloon Bouquets, Candles, Stuffed Animals and Silk Cemetery flowers for vase and tombstone toppers. They are also an exclusive dealer for Camille Beckman Lotion products. Flowers on GreenOak uses only top premium products for every occasion such as Birthdays, Anniversaries, New Babies, Just Because Weddings, Thinking of You, Get Well and Sympathy. They are family owned with three generations working together and that’s very special to them. Tammy and Jerry consider their customers important, and their professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. That is why they always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect and offer FREE delivery to Archdale funeral homes and are available on Sunday for sympathy memorials. Each week they post a diff ferent name on their marquee . If it’s your name go in for a beautiful FREE ROSE. “We try our best to be different and give special attention to each customer. It’s all about working hard, having faith and trying to stay ahead of the curve.”
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Karen Allred
Michael Liner
Owner High Point Piano & Music
Owner/Broker Allred & Co. Realtors
Owner Pioneer Family SSteakHouse & Buffet
High Point Music has been in business for 10 years, but the music experience of proprietor Garret Traylor is much more extensive. He studied band and orchestra at Appalachian State University, He earned a business degree from the University of Maryland. He is a member of the Archdale United Methodist Church Chancel Choir, where his wife, a former chorus teacher at Trinity School, serves as orr ganist. High Point Music offers the finest brand name starter, upgrade and professional musical instruments and accessories. Sales, service, repairs and instruction for (school approved) band and orchestral instruments, piano, guitar (classical, folk, electric), mandolin, banjo, percussion.
High Point Piano & Music Inc.
108 Chestnut Drive
Karen Allred of Allred & Company Realtors says the need for flexibility with her small children was a catalyst for pursuing a career in real estate coupled with the desire to have a bit of “say” in her own success. The decision in 1994 to open Allred and Co. Realtors with her husband, Tommy, has allowed Karen to serve customers in the very community where she grew up and continues to call home. She truly believes that in real estate you need to work where you live. Karen says, “With real estate being the biggest purchase someone makes, their broker needs to know the area. And, so I can remain at a personal level with my clients, I have an office manager as well as a mortgage professional under my helm. This allows me to stay connected with my clients. Even though my technology is just as up to speed as the larger franchise firms, I choose to maintain the personal atmosphere that my clients seem to appreciate.” Currently Karen is focused on the first time home buyers and existing home buyer’s tax credits, realizing that both types of buyers must have an accepted contract in place by April 30 with closing by June 30 to qualify. And some folks don’t realize that you can even amend your 2009 tax return to include a 2010 tax credit! Karen continues to develop her professional status by earning several designations including CRB, DRS, GRI and ABR. She has also been appointed to a state level to serve on the NCAR’s Professional Standards Committee. She has held the position of vice-president of the local association of HPRAR as well as maintaining a seat on their current board of directors. In 2002 she was honored with the Broker/Owner/Manager of the year award by HPRAR and Top 40 Leaders under 40 in the Triad by the Business Journal. For more information or to contact Karen visit her website at www.Karenallred.com or call her at (336) 442-2071.
M Liner wanted to own his own Mike reestaurant since he was a kid and watched his father as he ran the w faamily business a “Freezette” drive hhrough burger stand in Florida hhat he later converted to a family reestaurant. He began his career in the restaurant H nndustry as a store manager for S.H. Crrest & Co. - a 5 and dime department store with a small diner. Mike m made such a name for himself after m rripling the locations business in a shhort period of time he began to get many offers from restaurant compam a niies looking to draw a crowd. Mike moved to North Carolina to work as m a restaurant mgr. for Western Sizzlin’ n High Point & Thomasville. After hhat, he also managed the Western Stteer in both Lexington & High Pooint. Wanting to create success for hiimself and his family, Mike opened hhe Pioneer in 1987. “GGiving the customers the most hhat we can and charging them the eeast that we can” is Mike’s secret to suuccess - that and some real tasty stteaks! Mike resides in Archdale with his M wife Kathy. He has a daughter, Misty w who lives in Hillsville with her husw baand Wayne & daughter Heather, noow attending UNC Charlotte.
www.Karenallred.com 442-2071
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304 Greenoak Dr. Archdale, NC
www.capitolmedals.net
11628 North Main St. Archdale 431-7777
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3407-A Archdale Road, Suite A Archdale, NC 27263 336-887-4266 Learn - Practice Educate - Perform www.highpointpiano.com
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Tammy Sexton Smith
Verna Harris
The Staff of Fabric Forum
Richard Byrd
Joan Hawkins
Carol Hamilton C
Owner/Operator Home Video Studio
Owner Tickled Pink
Owner W Whistle Wet W
Richard Byrd, owner and operator of Home Video Studio, states his success comes from being a local business providing a personal service you just can’t get from competitors who send their work to a third party. Richard said he wanted to start a business that was home based, provided a high quality product and served a broad customer base. With Home Video Studio he knows he has accomplished those goals. With more than 50 studios naa tionwide, he earned Entrepreneur of the year in 2009 and was #1 in category sales. He offers a quality professional product at competitive pricing and provides unparalleled customer service. Video services include editing, home video transfer, DVD and CD duplication, photo keepsakes, video to DVD transfer, video duplication, video tape repair, video format conversion, legal video services and video to computer file conversion. Richard feels like his work ethic and customer service sets him apart. He states, “I do the work here, I don’t send it away; I treat your precious memories as if they were my own; and I use 24K gold archival DVD’s that will last 100 years!” Current special offers include 100 ft. of movie transfer for FREE, $10 off VHS to DVD transfer and $25 off Photo Keepsakes. To learn more about Richard and his services call (336) 882-2007 or visit him at 1111 Byron Lane in Archdale.
When you walk through the doors at 101-A Bonnie Place in Archdale it’s like being transported into a magical world of little girls’ grown-up fantasies. It all began with the vision of owner, Joan Hawkins. Realizing the need for a unique place to celebrate the innocence and joy of childhood, Joan drew on her many years of experience at adult saa lons and spas to create a miniature ver-r sion, complete with child-sized facilities. Appropriately named Tickled Pink Kids Spa & Tea Parties, celebrations can be arranged with a variety of custom options and package prices for birthdays and tea parties, creating a memorable experience for your little princess and her friends. Tickled Pink also hosts adult tea parties for the “little girl” that lives on long after childhood is but a dim memory. Joan gained her expertise working in Atlantic City for Miss America Pageant contestants and well-known celebrities like Mickey Gilley. She enjoys using her many talents to create an unforgettable experience for children and also the adult clients who still value the relaxation and therapy of an afternoon tea party. Joan lives in Thomasville with her husband “Hen” and two cats, Dixie and Gizmo. For more information or to book a party visit her website at www. TickledPinkKidsSpa.com or call (336) 861-PINK (7465).
C became owner of her favorite Carol ccoffee shop in September of 2009 aafter wanting to own her own bbusiness for years. She is having a great time meeting new people aand shopping for local and unique pproducts and buys from local venddors which she feels gives her cof-f fee shop a hometown flavor that is fe nnot duplicated by her competitors. TThe coffee at the Wet Whistle Co. iss locally roasted in small batches sso freshness is the order of the day. With tons of drink varieties availW aable, Carol tries to make things more interesting for her customers m bby offering a seasonal menu made uup of both classic favorites and new rrecipes. CCarol invites you to stop in and trry a “Johnny & June” otherwise kknown as a Vanilla-Raspberry Latte oor a “Ring of Fire” also code for a sspicy hot chocolate. SSo if you are looking for a unique ggift, a tasty beverage or want to ssample wine from some of the aareas best vineyards, visit the Wet Whistle Co., you’ll be glad you W ddid!! CCarol resides in Trinity with her hhusband Mark and two childdren, Gage (7) and Cade (6).
101-A Bonnie Place Archdale, 27263 (336) 861-PINK (7465)
101 - E Bonnie Place Archdale 336-434-3223
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 884-1176
Financial Mortgage Specialist
Co-Owner B&H Pool & Patio Shop
Tammy is a Randolph County native who thoroughly understands the diverse real estate market. She graduated from High Point University with a Cum Laude in Business Administration/Economics. Tammy has 10 years of combined experience in the Real Estate and Mortgage industries. As a Prospect Mortgage Senior Loan Consultant, Tammy strives to help her customers find the perfect home financing solution. Her strength is with FHA loans, and she enjoys working with both first-time and move-up homebuyers. Prospect Mortgage also backs her with an in-house team of seasoned processors and underwriters who move loans through the transaction process rapidly and smoothly. In the end, Tammy’s innovative approach to business, emphasis on working as an integrated team and high standards for customer satisfaction make the mortgage process easier for everyone involved.
After starting the business in 1967 because of his love of construction and building something that makes people happy Bill Byerly still builds all B&H pools as they do not sub out their work and Verna runs the Pool and Patio shop on a day to day basis. Verna states that what started out as simply pool building blossomed into something more when she and Bill decided to open new doors and start the pool and patio shop to provide pool supplies as well as furniture and more. The Pool and Patio Shop strives to keep their current customers happy and also welcomes new customers with industry knowledge not duplicated in this area. They have been open for 43 years and provide top of the line products, customer service and construction skills. “We are not only a pool shop but we also build and install custom pools. They invite you to stop in and take a look at the XL Big Green Egg Smoker and Grill which is now $100.00 off. Always interested in offering their customers great savings, Verna & Bill are offering $100.00 off Liner installation and a free automatic cleaner with pur-r chase of an inground pool! And if that’s not enough, check out the Tanning Beds now Reduced by $100.00!!
Prospect Mortgage, LLC 304 Trindale Rd. #2 Archdale, NC 336-687-9558 www.tammysextonsmith.com
201 West Market Center Dr. 336-841-3222
434-2070
The staff of Fabric Forum offers friendly and knowledgeable design and decorating assistance to their customers. Whether you are shopping for decorative fabrics, decorative fringes & trims, feather pillow inserts, drapery lining, or Coats & Clark threads, you will receive excellent design advice from the most experienced staff in the Triad area. Fabric Forum prides itself on offering the most exclusive fabrics at the most aff fordable prices and has the largest selection of fringes and trims in the area. Looking to renovate or spruce up a room? The design experts at Fabric Forum also provide interior design services at aff fordable rates. Come in and check out the new seasonal inventory arriving weekly. Their Outdoor fabrics are now on sale - just in time for spring. For customers who prefer to shop on line, look for our new website coming soon!
Fabric Forum Decorative Drapery & Upholstery Fabrics & Trims
Home Video Studio
2501 Mendenhall Road High Point, NC 27263 336-889-7045
1111 Byron Lane Archdale (336) 882-2007