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What exactly does city council do for a community? With three days left before election time, two city council members offered a detailed description of the ins and outs in the life of a public servant. While the public may only see or read about what city council is doing following its monthly meeting, there is a lot more going on behind the scenes. City council’s top priority is providing services to its taxpayers. The city is responsible for water and sewer, maintaining streets, trash collection, and personal protection through the police and fire departments. Council Member David Yemm said a large majority of taxpayer dollars go toward providing those basic public services. Contrary to popular belief, city council is not responsible for creating jobs. The only jobs the city can create is within the city government. What city council can do, Yemm said, is provide an attractive economic climate to prospective businesses. “Job creation is always a big topic,” Yemm said. “On that, the best thing council can do is create an environment conducive to job creation, such as minimal fees and making sure that when a company comes in we’re not hard to deal with. We need to be as easy to deal with as possi-

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building.” Crouse sensed Charette’s sincerity when he talked about how his life had changed because of Jesus Christ. “I’m a Christian man, and I believe in forgiveness, and I felt like he was qualified for the job,” Crouse said. “I didn’t feel like it was right for me to hold anything against him in his past. I’m glad I didn’t, because he’s a good employee.” Thrifty Oil Company has been in Thomasville for 65 years. Aside from a drink machine and some cakes and cookies, this gas

An escaped convict’s visit to an former girlfriend Thursday led police right to him. Two days after Thomasville’s Charles Gordon, 41, of 603 Pennington Ave., cut off his leg monitoring device and fled house arrest, the fugitive wanted for Gordon attempted first degree murder was captured near Denton following an anonymous tip to the Randolph County Sheriff ’s Office. Randolph County Sheriff Maynard Reid said deputies tracked Gordon down at a ex-girlfriend’s house on Brantley Gordon Road in Denton, near the Davidson County line. Gordon was considered armed and dangerous. “[Gordon] was over at his girlfriend’s house,” Reid said. “You bait a trap with a girl and you’ll catch him every time. It worked out good. He was apprehended without incident and he’s back in jail.” Gordon is now in custody and was issued a $750,000 secured bond. He managed to escape authorities initially after having his bond reduced to $1,000 following his arrest last month for two counts of attempted first

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Mike Charette works on a carburetor at Thrifty Oil Company where he works after kicking a 32-year addiction to drugs and alcohol.

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hen Mike Charette tried to find a job in Thomasville as a recovering addict, he couldn’t have predicted that the business closest to his old drug corner would be the one to offer him a second chance. Charette now works at Thrifty Oil Company, a full-service service station located at 1 National Highway in Thomasville. Two years ago, he applied to several parts stores across town, but

no-one gave him a call back. He had 24 years of experience as a mechanic, but no tools, because he had sold them all for drug money. When he saw an ad for a job at Thrifty Oil, he decided to stop by and talk to the owner, Larry Crouse. As with the other hiring employers, he told Crouse about his past. “I almost tried to talk him out of hiring me,” Charette said. “I just made it plain that I had been a drug addict for 35 years, and for four of those, I was a crack addict. I had squandered half of my fortune two streets down from his shop, right behind his

LYT to present ‘Cinderella’ BY KARISSA MINN Staff Writer

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Ten Thomasville children and teenagers will participate in the Lexington Youth Theatre’s production of “Cinderella” next weekend. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” will be performed four times at the Edward C. Civic Center in Lexington — Nov. 6 at 7 p.m., Nov. 7 at 3 pm. and 7 p.m., and Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $8 each during the pre-sale and $10 at the

door, plus a can of food for local charities. They can be purchased at the door, from a cast member, by calling 313-6159 or online at www. lexingtonyouththeatreinc. com. Sylvia Walters, publicity chair for the youth theatre, said that 70 young people in kindergarten through grade 12 are participating in the play. She said that this version of Cinderella has more modern language, making it more accessible. “It also has more mice, fairies and little animals in

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it, so it’s a great kids’ version,” Walters said. “They really enjoy it. They have a lot of interesting, diverse roles — something for all ages.” Walters said that she thinks participating in the Lexington Youth Theatre helps improve children’s self-confidence. “It teaches them teamwork,” she said. “It teaches them that no role is so small that it’s insignificant — every role is significant.

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of FOX8’s “Roy’s Folks” segments. The crafts range from handmade yo-yo’s, to rocking chairs, jewelry, pottery, fine art, along with copper, glass and metal artistry, just to name a few. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for seniors, and children get in free. There is plenty of free parking. All of the money raised from the entrance fee goes to benefit FOX8 Gifts for Kids.

Fraser Fir sale

Loose leaf collection

The City of Thomasville will begin Loose Leaf Collection on Monday, Nov. 9. Please rake all leaves to the curb free of any debris (i.e. rocks,trash, limbs). If leaves are mixed with any debris, they will not be collected. Pursuant to solid waste code; section 66-4; leaves should be kept out of the street so as not to impede traffic flow

Fall concert

As part of its Fall Concert Series celebrating African and African-American music, Old Salem Museums & Gardens will host a free concert at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Historic St. Philips Church, 911 S. Church St. The concert features the Winston-Salem State University Choir, which will provide performances of gospel music, Negro spirituals and South African arrangements. A reception in the reconstructed Log Church follows. The fall concert series is supported by a generous grant from the Morris and Lillian Sosnik Memorial Fund of The Winston-Salem Foundation. WSNC radio, 90.5 Listener Supported Radio (Jazz & NPR News) is collaborating with Old Salem to bring the Fall Concert Series to Winston-Salem.

Wheatmore Athletic booster club is now pre-selling discounted premium grade Fraser Fir trees 6’-7’ ($35.00 preorder) and 7’-8’ ($40.00 pre-order) until Nov. 20. Pay $25.00 deposit now, and balance upon receipt. Great for businesses and home, while supporting a great cause. For ordering information, contact Kevin Meyers at 870-2536 or madipher@northstate.net.

Hospice annual meeting Hospice of Davidson County will hold its 26th Annual Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Thomasville Memorial United Methodist Church located at 101 Randolph Street in Thomasville. Dr. Ray N. Howell III, Senior Minister at First Baptist Church in Lexington, will be the keynote speaker. Hospice of DC volunteers and the community are invited to attend. For reservations, call 475-5444. A minimal fee of $10 will be charged to help offset food costs.

Annual meeting North Lexington Triangle Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual meeting Nov. 17 at the fire station at 7 p.m. The station is located at 2976 Greensboro St. Ext., across from Lexington Water Works. After the business meeting there will be door prizes and refreshments.

Roy’s Folks Crafts Fair

The Ninth annual Roy’s Folks Crafts Fair will be held Friday, Nov. 20 at the Loft at Union Square located at 410 English Road in High Point. The event will run from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. The fair features more than 45 vendors, all who have been featured on one

Claxton fruit cakes The Silver Valley Civitan Club has over 1,000 pounds Claxton Old Fashion Fruit Cake available for sale. The holiday treat may be obtained from any member, several local businesses or by calling Sales Manager Jerry Surratt at 472-1428.

One and two pound cakes are available at $3.50 per pound. This is the 51st year that the Silver Valley club has sold Claxton Fruit Cake and now exceeds 73,000 pounds in total sales. Proceeds are used for numerous Civitan community service projects including Project Santa Claus.

Christmas Parade The Fair Grove Lions Club is now accepting applications for entry into the Thomasville Christmas Parade. The parade will be held Saturday, Nov. 21 and will begin at 3 p.m. Luther Watford, who is the parade chairman, reports that entry forms and instructions can be printed from the Lions website at www.fairgrovelions.com or picked up at the Thomasville Arera Chamber of Commerce located in downtown Thomasville. Downtown Thomasville, near the Big Chair, there will be a stage with P.A. system, announcers, judges, live cable TV coverage and bleacher seating. The judges will determine winners in several categories, including Most Creative, Best Religious, Best Musical, Best Dance, Best Spirit and Best Overall. This year the Lions plan to add the Most Humorous award — an old favorite — to the float competition. For additional parade information, contact Luther Watford at 905-1232.

Midway Christmas Parade The Midway Christmas Parade will be held Nov. 28 at 1 p.m. Starting at 9:30 a.m., there will be food, craft and music on the lawn of Oak Forest Methodist Church across from Cagney’s (formerly Country Kitchen Rest.) The event is free and open to the public. Midway is located on Old US Hwy 52, 10 miles north of Lexington.

Community Shred Day The Central Carolina Gymnastics Parent Committee is hosting a fundraising event on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Community Shred Day is a quick and convenient way to destroy old documents and help prevent identity theft. Documents will be shredded and recycled courtesy of Shred-It. The truck will be located in Char’s parking

lot at 400 North Main St. in Lexington. A minimum donation of $5 is encouraged to benefit the Central Carolina Gymnastics team in the 2009-2010 competition season. Newspaper and cardboard cannot be processed in the shredder. Please make plans to carry out empty boxes, because there will not be facilities to dispose of cardboard on site. There will be a limit of four bags or boxes per individual. No businesses please.

Strength Training

Weekly Strength Training Classes meet each Thursday morning at 11 a.m. at the Lexington Senior Center at 106 Alma Owens Drive. This 45-minute lowimpact program will consist of strength training and flexibility exercises. The strength exercises increase endurance, improve reaction time, prevent back problems, tone muscles and build calorie burning muscle tissue, which aids in losing weight. The flexibility exercises help maintain an individual’s range of motion, slow down the development of arthritis, and strengthen muscles to prevent them from becoming short and tight. All Davidson County residents 55 and older are invited to attend. For more information or to register, call 242-2290.

Tranquil Touch Massage

Licensed massage therapist Sonya Miller offers Tranquil Touch Massage Therapy at the Senior Center. Come and enjoy a private massage at the center located at 106 Alma Owens Drive, the third Wednesday of each month from 12 p.m. to 4. The senior special is a 50 minute full body massage for $45.00 or a 30 minute neck, back and shoulder massage for $25.00. Therapy is open to all Davidson County residents 55 and older. For questions about this service or to schedule an appointment, call Sonya Miller at 848-8700.

Chair City Cruisers

The Chair City Cruisers Cruise-In have moved from Main Street to K-Mart parking lot. They hold their cruise-in on the first and third Saturday of every month.

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Cooper visits Woman’s Club Art Department TIMES STAFF REPORT

The Arts Department of the Thomasville Women’s Club welcomed Janice Cooper to speak at its meeting on Oct. 20. Many in attendance knew Cooper either through her work with the Thomasville City School or her beautiful clay Christmas ornaments. Members enjoyed seeing their former colleague and members who never worked with Cooper enjoyed getting to know her passion for creativity, which is channeled into clay works of art. Janice Cooper was an art teacher for 30 years. She had taught in her earlier years in South Carolina, but Thomasville had her talents for many years. She worked both at the high school and middle school. Members who worked with Cooper remembered how she meshed her passion for art with her love for helping children to help them produce something of beauty when they were having difficulties in school. Cooper recalled two students who she worked with that were having a rough time but now have gone on to be successful individuals. One is a teacher and the other finished college with an art degree and determination to become an established professional artist. The importance of arts in the school was discussed during the meeting. For many children, using art gives them a sense of accomplishment that they may not get from other subjects. Cooper gave a lot of extra time to students who needed that educational boost her talents could provide. She often was absent from lunch, because she was spending time with her students. Cooper also thanked the club for its continued support to both the Arts Festival and the Alternative Learning Center. Each year, the club accepts entries from local schools. Students can submit their entries for judging, and winning entries can go on to be judged in district and state competitions. This festival is a way to showcase local students’ art projects and encourage their talent. The club also has been a contributor to the Alternative Learning Center. The center allows

students resources to succeed in school beyond what the public school offers. The club has donated money in order for art supplies to be available at the school. Even though Cooper is no longer teaching, she is not idle. She offers private art lessons in her home and is involved in selling her crafts. She has been selling her works of art for 28 years. Her art is clay Christmas ornaments. This started many years ago when she was teaching in South Carolina. She had made some ornaments as gifts and asked to use the school kiln to bake the clay. Her principal allowed her to do so, and she gave him a few ornaments to thank him for the use of the kiln. He came to her later and encouraged her to make the ornaments to sell. That started her in a small business that she continues to pursue. Her business soon developed into a family business. Her husband, Carter Cooper, a businessman, designed a shrink-wrapped paper for each ornament with information about the artist included and showed her a way to display the items. The years that followed the start of her business have seen the addition of many new designs for her ornaments. Things around her and her friends inspire her. Her designs vary from college named

stockings to a state ornament with a painted pine branch and cone. Her best selling ornament is a dog bone that can be personalized with a pet’s name. She even has designed an ornament used for special medical fundraisers. Her ornaments can be purchased at craft fairs. She has two upcoming fairs in this area. She will be at the Gifts Galore event at Memorial United Methodist Church in Thomasville on Nov. 7 and at Wesley Memorial Church in High Point on Nov. 21. To make an ornament is a nine-step process. First, she has to come up with a design and draw it out. Next, a template has to be cut. Then, the clay is flattened using a rolling pin or slab roller. Using the template, she cuts out the ornament. The ornament is cleaned and then fired. Painting or under glazing the ornament is then done. Then, the ornament is glazed using a glaze of United States standards. Finally, the ornament is fired in the kiln. Though it is a timely process, the ornaments are a source of great joy to the artist and to those who purchase them. Even though her husband is no longer alive, he is still a source of inspiration to Janice Cooper. Her tree is filled with her ornaments, and she honors her late husband with an angel she places on her tree.

Entries sought for Gingerbread House contest TIMES STAFF REPORT The Candy Factory, 15 N. Main St., in Lexington, NC, will hold its sixth annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest this year to benefit Habitat for Humanity. For a $10 entry fee contestants may choose $10 worth of candy from the store to use on their creations. Houses must be totally edible and fit certain size restrictions. Rules and entry forms may be picked up at the store, or information is available on www.sweettoothgifts. com. All entries must be delivered to the store by Friday, Nov. 20 and will be displayed at The Perfect Blend coffee shop from Sunday, Nov. 22 until Saturday, Dec. 19. Winners are chosen based on creativity, construction and money raised by public voting. All entry fees and donations benefit Habitat for Humanity. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: Adult, Teen (13-19), and Family (with children 12 and under).

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Uptown Lexington to celebrate Halloween TIMES STAFF REPORT

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TOOLS FOR SCHOOL The Thomasville Unit of Retired School Personnel donated school supplies to the Tools for Schools project when they met on October 8 at Loflin’s Restaurant. Judy Younts, director of the Communities in Schools program for Thomasville City Schools, accepted the donation. The purpose of this non-profit program is to provide extra support in keeping students in school until graduation. Amy Brown, current Thomasville City Schools Teacher of the Year, provided the program for the meeting. She shared that her interest in education developed at an early age while teaching her little sister. Amy teaches at Liberty Drive School. From left, are Mary Lynn Morris, Connie Joyner, Amy Brown, Geraldine Castillejos and Judy Younts.

Smithling graduates basic training TIMES STAFF REPORT

Navy Seaman Recruit Sarah N. Smithling, daughter of Ann and Kenneth D. Smithling of Denton, N. C., recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Smithling completed a variety of training which included class-

room study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is “Battle Stations”. This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. “Battle Stations” is de-

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Participating merchants in uptown Lexington invite young and old alike to start their Halloween Trick or Treating with them. From 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, these merchants will offer a variety of Halloween activities. From costume contests to sweet treats, there is something for everyone. Look for the special orange “Participating Merchant” sign in their windows. The staff of Pandora’s Books will be dressed as book characters (see if you can guess who they are) as they read stories to children throughout the day. Shoppers dressed in costume can register for a $20 bookstore gift card. They will also give away candy and small toy items while supplies last. At All About Education be sure and dress to impress to win prizes and gift certificates. Anyone dressed in costume will

receive a sweet treat and can register for drawings to be held throughout the day. Always a favorite stop for every age, The Candy Factory has a Halloween Webkinz special - buy 2 Webkinz, get one free. Morgans, Inc., Lanier Hardware, Black Dog Emporium and Hidden Treasurers will each give out candy to anyone dressed in a Halloween costume. Drop by Merle Norman’s to see Don Rea and Freddie dressed in Halloween costumes and ask them for a free eyebrow lesson. Free Bubble gum donated by Chewz-it Vending will be available for shoppers. The coffee favor of the day at the Black Chicken will be Pumpkin Spice and their drink of the day will be “Jack-O-Latte”. Dressed for Halloween,

their employees will also be giving away candy. At Sue’s Clothing, Jewelry and Gifts, anyone dressed in costume, will receive candy and a free hat. The person in the day’s best costume will win a prize! Look for store sales and special tanning prices. The Gallery Hall will be in the spooky spirit with refreshments for all in costume. Come to uptown Lexington on Saturday to stroll and visit our merchants. It will be a day filled with lots of candy and great prizes! This Halloween event is coordinated by Uptown Lexington, Inc. and sponsored by participating merchants. For more information call Uptown Lexington, Inc. at 2490383.

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Letters to the Editor To the Editor Thomasville is a small town, but there are so many things the local residents have to be thankful for. During the past 18 months, I have experienced the need to call on friends for help. One of the men I have contacted is Raleigh York Jr. He serves on our city council, and anyone who needs help in a time of distress knows that he is always willing and able to see that we get the help we need. He is an asset to our city and the city council and I hope he will be reelected. Clarice Lopp Thomasville

To the Editor When I consider the good things that have happened in Thomasville, I realize that they have happened with partnerships and over a period of years. We have a wonderful refurbished Finch Field. We have added a beautiful new fountain and statue to downtown. Look at the attractive downtown lighting. We recently opened a brand new downtown amphitheater. I have seen upgrades to facilities at Cushwa Stadium. While volunteers often led the projects, they wouldn’t have happened with City Hall’s support. None of those projects were accomplished quickly. Certainly, more than two years. My point is that cleaning house of city council every two years would stall progress. If every elected official was voted out at one time, none of those items above would have ever happened. Let’s continue to keep Thomasville moving forward. Vote for the candidates that you choose. But also vote for Referendum No. 2 — staggered terms. Kevan Callicut Thomasville

To the Editor This letter is a public endorsement of Raleigh York Jr as a candidate for the Thomasville City Council. I have known Raleigh for

many years and he has always been very helpful to me anytime that I needed assistance, especially since the death of my husband several years ago. Since being elected to serve on the Thomasville City Council a few years ago, Raleigh has served our city well. Our citizens have found him to be someone that they could call if they had questions and concerns, knowing that he would do his best to answer those concerns in the best possible way. Raleigh is a long-standing, faithful member of Carolina Memorial Baptist Church, serving as church treasurer for many years and is well thought of in his church as well as in the community. He is a lifelong resident of our city and seems to have an interest in trying to make our city a better place to live an work. I feel that Raleigh will continue to serve all our citizens in Thomasville to the best of his ability if elected to the City Council again. I urge all of our voters to vote for Raleigh York Jr. on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Nancy York Thomasville

To the Editor Why doesn’t Thomasville have a policy about paid city officals must live inside the city limits? I don’t want to live inside the city myself but the city used force annexation on me and thousands of others to be inside the city. I for one don’t like my tax dollars going to these officials whose taxes are supporting another city and county and don’t want to live in this fine town. Council people you need to make this a policy with a no grandfather clause either — you didn’t give us one. Who’s going to pay my city and county taxes because I lost my job and cannot find one. Also, why was a person outside the city picked for our police chief when we have very capable, knowledgable people inside the department that already know the city and what’s going on this town. Darrell York Thomasville

Opposition to Nov. 3 Referendum VIEWPOINT

DR. GEORGE JACKSON Guest Columnist Editor’s Note: The following is a joint Statement in opposition to the Nov. 3 Referendum. At a meeting held on Oct. 20, 2009 at Citadel of Faith Christian Fellowship, Thomasville, N.C., representatives of Thomasville Branch NAACP, Martin Luther King Social Action Committee (MLK-SAC), Ministers United for Christ, other local leaders and concerned citizens met to discuss the upcoming referendum on the ballot for the Nov. 3, 2009 election. After hearing from several individuals with varying viewpoints on the issue the majority present were in opposition to the proposed referendum to change the city charter granting the mayor and city council fouryear terms and staggering the councils’ election cycle. We feel that two years (24 months/24 meetings) is enough time for council persons to be effective in management of the city’s affairs. If two years is not enough time, the political process is in place for reelection — something our very

effective U.S. Congressman Melvin Watt seems to do well without complaint. The twoyear cycle embraces the vision of our founding fathers who called for frequent and fair elections which ensure the proletariat a level playing field to run for public office and vote in regular elections. In the 2003 lawsuit filed by Thomasville Branch NAACP against the City of Thomasville, the NAACP alleged that the referendum to change the city charter which was approved by the electorate was unconstitutional because it dismantled the “ward” system and reduced the terms of office from four years to two years. Attorneys for the City argued (at a fairly high cost to the taxpayer) that because of a change in the demographics (particularly in Ward Three) that the at-large system of elections with single shot voting for all seven seats and the mayor every two years, was now the most effective way for minority candidates to be elected mayor or win a seat on city council. U.S. Middle District Federal Court Judge Frank Bullock agreed with the City’s contention but mandated on June 2, 2006, that the 2007 election for city council members should be for all seven seats. That was only two years ago. We (the plaintiffs) left the courtroom very disappointed but willing to abide by Judge Bullocks decision and prayed that he was right. Now one election cycle removed from the courts decision, the city council defies the peoples’ petition and the courts’

decision by putting a referendum before the voters to change the charter again. Why can’t the council abide by the courts decision like the rest of us? I’ve heard the argument that if the entire incumbent council and mayor were to be defeated and replaced by first time officials that the results would be catastrophic (i.e. the sewage spill at High Rock Lake). Are we to believe that the voting public does not have enough sense to elect officials competent enough to manage a crisis or is there some elite cliché of political masterminds who know much more about government than anyone else could? We believe that the seven open seats and the singleshot voting method as opposed to staggered terms is the most equitable way for all of the citizens of this community, regardless of race, creed, gender or economic status, to be represented. We do not want to return to Federal Court to argue against the city we love at the expense of taxpayers who are already looking at mounting legal fees and EPA fines from a sewage spill. We strongly urge the proletariat of Thomasville to vote “NO” to both referendum questions on Nov. 3, 2009, and nip political dynasties in the bud. If there is ever a need for another referendum on the ballot maybe it should propose term limits!

Dr. George B. Jackson is chairman of the Martin Luther King Jr. Social Action Committee.

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GORDON From page A1 degree murder, assault with a deadly weapon, two counts of inflicting injury, first degree burglary and impersonating a police officer. A Randolph County judge dropped Gordon’s bond and placed him under house arrest while awaiting trial for an altercation in Trinity that left two men seriously injured. Reid said Gordon will not be so fortunate this time around. “They lowered his bond and put him on house arrest,� said Reid. “He won’t get anymore house arrest. There will be no more of that. He will have to put up a $750,000 bond to get out. He’s just an outlaw and now he’s incarcerated where he should be.�

LYT From page A1 It takes a whole cast and crew to put on a play.� The play will be directed by Bob Dye. Bruce Tippett is the musical director, and Elizabeth Tippett is the choreographer. The Lexington Youth Theatre is funded entirely by ticket sales, donations and fundraisers. There is no charge for children to participate in their productions. Cassie Campbell, a Thomasville homeschooler in 11th grade, is participating in her third play this fall. She was previously in “Bye Bye Birdie� and “High School Musical.� In “Cinderella,� she plays a millinery, which is a hat seller. “It’s a fairy tale, and fairy tales don’t always happen,� Campbell said. “Whenever you get to be part of a fairy tale in a play, it’s magical.� Campbell said that she would like to be involved with theatre for the rest of her life. “You get to be somebody that you don’t have to be all the time,� she said. “You get to play a role that you wouldn’t normally get to play.� Carson Everhart, a Thomasville homeschooler in 10th grade, was introduced to the youth theatre by Campbell. Her younger sister Maison also is participating. “I like acting, and I de-

DETAIL From page A1 ble. I try to point people in the right direction and get them in contact with economic development or the Chamber of Commerce. It usually boils down to who has the information.� Each month starts out with different committee meetings that involves all council members. Council members meet with public safety, public services, transportation and personnel finance committees, developing a plan for the upcoming month. By the time the monthly meeting rolls around, much of the discussion has already taken place and a plan of action is ready for a vote. “The public meeting is where we finalize what we decided on in committee,� said council member Ricky Murphy. “It seems quick and simple like we’re not having deliberation but all that

In addition to Gordon’s original charges, RCSO tacked on one count of violating a domestic violence order and one count of violating electronic house arrest. Reid said Gordon was not allowed around the woman he visited, but didn’t specify why. Gordon, his son, Dustin, and five others were arrested last month for their involvement in an incident at 5985 Jim Pierce Road in Trinity. On Sept. 7, RCSO deputies arrived at the scene and found Toby McDowell shot in the abdomen and Trevor Kindley suffering from multiple stab wounds. Charles Gordon eluded police for four days before he eventually turned himself in.

OBITUARIES Index Thomasville Nellie Phillips Cashatt, 86 Lexington “Pop� Cody, 80 Walter (J.R.) Edwards, 68 Donna Nivin, 56 Horace Owen, 75 Other Areas David Christopher Deaton, 22 Charles Brady McDaniel, 82 Irene Plummer, 87

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Nellie Phillips Cashatt

cided to go ahead and try ‘High School Musical 2’,� she said. “It was just so much fun, I wanted to do ‘Cinderella’ next.� Everhart is a soloist in the play who plays many different parts. She said that she thinks this version of “Cinderella� is cool, because it has some unique special effects. Beth Livengood, a 12th grade student at Ledford High School, agreed. She is playing the role of Queen in her fourth production with Lexington Youth Theatre. “I just want everybody to see it, because it’s going to be awesome,� Livengood said. “We’ve got a lot of cool effects that we’re going to do, really good costumes and a lot of talented people.� Livengood has been accepted to UNC Greensboro, and she thinks she will attend there and try to transfer to New York University, working toward a Bachelor of Fine Arts in acting. She said that the youth theatre has helped her learn what to expect from audition processes and prepare for a professional career. “I really like this show,� Livengood said. “It’s a little bit tougher working with all the little kids, but it’s pretty fun. I think it’s just going to be a really, really good show.� Staff Writer Karissa Minn can be reached at 888-3576 or newsdesk@ tvilletimes.com.

happens before that.� Yemm feels one of the most important things a council member can do is visit other departments within the city and get a first-hand look at what the needs truly are. “I go visit [other departments] to try and get a feel for what people in other departments do and what they have to deal with,� Yemm said. “I can see if there’s something they really need or whether it can be put off until the next year if it’s not that bad.� Just how much say city council has, Murphy feels, is another misconception the public has. While it’s easy to say Thomasville needs to create jobs to fix its struggling economy, city council can’t compete with private industry. “We can try to make a prettier city, but we can’t encourage new business other than providing a environment here for that,� said Murphy. “We can offer incentives but we can’t create a bowling alley or a movie theater.

Nellie Phillips Cashatt, 86, of 14 Braxton Lane, went to be with the Lord on Thursday evening, Oct. 29, 2009. She was born May 29, 1923, in Davidson County, a daughter of the late Ervin E. Phillips and Needer Copley Phillips. She retired in 1988 from Thomasville Senior High School, where she served as assistant manager for the school cafeteria. Cashatt was a member of Pine Woods United Methodist Church, the Charles Hunt Victory Class and the U.M.W. at the church. She was a former volunteer with Thomasville Medical Center. On Feb. 13, 1934, she was married to Cromer Lee Cashatt, who preceded her in death on Dec. 4, 1975. Surviving are a daughter, Janice Cashatt Smith, of the home; grandchildren, Stephanie D. Farmer, of High Point, and Chad A. Davis, of Greensboro; great-grandchildren, Kaylee Smith, Haylee Smith and Mason Farmer; a niece, Barbara Phillips, of Thomasville; a nephew, David Phillips, of Thomasville; a special care-giver, Pat Presley; and special and loving buddies, Penny and Maggie. A celebration of Cashatt’s life will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday in Pine Woods United Methodist Church with the Rev. Keith Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Cashatt will remain at the J.C. Green & Sons Funeral Home until taken to the church 30 minutes

Those are things we can not do and shouldn’t do as a a government. Those are private industries.� Murphy compares city council to a totem pole, falling under federal, state and county government. Murphy said the biggest decision city council makes is passing its yearly budget. “We set a tax rate and the budget is the plan of action,� Murphy said. “If it’s in the budget, unless the state jerks a million dollars out from under us, it’s going to happen at some point during the year. That’s part of the decision-making process we have for the year. We set a plan of action as to what streets are going to get paved and what the speed limits are going to be. When it comes to building and housing enforcement, the state does most of that. We have very little leeway. We are at the bottom of the food chain. “We’re not the ones setting the rules, we just get the blame for it. It’s like

prior to the service. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. today and other times at the home of her daughter, Janice Smith, 14 Braxton Lane. The family requests memorials be directed to the Henry Etta and Bruce Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington. Online condolences may be sent to the Cashatt family at www. jcgreenandsons.com. Cashatt’s family sends heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Terry Arnold and the staff of the Hinkle Hospice House for the loving care Cashatt received, and to all their family and friends for their support and prayers. ***

“Pop� Cody LEXINGTON — Clarence “Pop� Cody, 80, of Troy McElrath Road in Lexington, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at Hinkle Hospice House. Clarence was born Sep. 24, 1929, in Davidson County, to James Franklin Cody and Annie Belle Leonard Cody. He was a member of Freedom Baptist Church and worked in area flea markets. He retired from the U.S. Army, having served in the Korean War and two tours in Vietnam. Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at Forest Hill Memorial Park Mausoleum, with the Rev. Clyde Akers officiating. Entombment will follow in the mausoleum. The family will receive friends at 2 p.m. Monday in the mausoleum chapel. Memorials should be directed to Hospice of Davidson County in Lexington. Online condolences may be made at www.davidsonfuneralhome.net.

David Christopher Deaton MT. GILEAD — David Christopher “Chris� Deaton, 22, of Mt. Gilead, died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009. Funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Friday at First Wesleyan Church, 1368 N.C. Highway 134N, in Troy. Burial was in the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church cemetery in Jackson Springs. Arrangements are by Pugh-Troy Funeral Home.

Lexington Memorial Hospital. Edwards was born July 24, 1941, in Davidson County, to Walter Hunter Edwards and Nellie Owens Edwards. He was a retired store manager for Big Star Food Store and was in the flea market business on Webb Road in Salisbury. Funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Psalm 91 Church with the Revs. Max Shoaf and Bruce Langley officiating. Burial will follow in the Psalm 91 Church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 3-4 p.m. Sunday. Memorials should be directed to the donor’s charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at www.davidsonfuneralhome.net.

Charles Brady McDaniel HIGH POINT — Charles Brady McDaniel, 82, of Richard Byerly Road, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the Hospice Home at High Point. McDaniel was born July 3, 1927, in Davidson County, a son of Brady McDaniel and Lila Mae Garner McDaniel. He was a retired employee with Lane Carpet of High Point, and he was of the Methodist faith. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in Spring Hill United Methodist Church, with the Revs. Jeffrey D. Moran and Church Garner officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the J.C. Green & Sons Funeral Home in Thomasville. The family requests memorials be directed to Hospice Home at High Point. Online condolences may be sent to the McDaniel family at www. jcgreenandsons.com.

Irene Plummer

DENTON — Irene Wilson Markham Plummer, 87, of South Main Street in Denton, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at her residence. Plummer was born July 31, 1922, in Pittsylvania County, to John William Wilson and Betty Norton Wilson. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church. Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church, conducted by the Revs. Vern Peterson and Bill Foust. Burial will follow in the Denton Town Cemetery. The family will see friends from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Briggs Funeral Home and other times at the residence. Online condolences may be sent to www. briggsfuneralhome.com.

Donna Nivin

Walter (J.R.) Edwards

LEXINGTON — Donna Lee Mahoney Nivin, 56, of Yadkin College Road, died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at her home. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. today at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. William O’Neal officiating. There will be no formal visitation. Online condolences may be made at www.davidsonfuneralhome.net.

LEXINGTON —Walter Lawrence Junior Edwards, 68, of Peacock Drive in Lexington, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at

LEXINGTON — Horace Andrew Owen, 75, of Oakdale Road, died

when you were a child and your mother said you couldn’t go play with your friends. She leaves for work and your dad is left to enforce the rules.� In addition to the numerous committee meetings, a majority of council members maintain a full-time job during the day. Throw in the occasional public appearance and the weekend spent reading correspondence from department heads, state and federal officials, follow-up on questions from committees and any news the city manager feels is worthy of passing along, and a council member is left with a pretty full schedule. “City council dictates policy and the city manager carries out that policy,� said Yemm. “I calculated my normal time away from work is a minimum of nine hours a month. But then there’s after-hours time, and that really racks up.� Sounds like quite a price to pay for serving the public.

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at Brian Center Nursing Center, following an illness of six weeks. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Linwood United Methodist Church, where he was a member, with the Rev. Melinda Penry officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery, with military graveside rites by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3074. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel. Memorials may be made to Linwood United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.davidsonfuneralhome.net.

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Bottom, Mike Charette and co-worker Cliff Lemon work on a vehicle at Thrifty Oil Company. and I’ve had enough,’” he said. “I had been saved at an earlier time, but then, my life was changed.” Now, Charette now has been clean for 32 months, a recovery that he credits to divine strength, not his own. He is active in his church’s praise team, Bible study and recovery program. He tries to live out his faith through his work with Thrifty Oil, and he even ministers to people he used to do drugs with two streets down. He hopes that they will come

to the same life-changing realization he did, and then find their own second chances. “I was pursuing things that were all for me, myself and I — the trinity that I served for 50 years,” Charette said. “Now, I know that if I’m not living for God, then I’m not even living. I’m just existing.” Staff Writer Karissa Minn can be reached at 888-3576 or newsdesk@ tvilletimes.com.

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CANDIDATE PROFILES ours is not. City Council and mayoral candidates were asked to provide biographical information as well as to respond to the following questions in 250 words or less. 1. What measures, if elected, would you take to help the city make improvements to its aging sewer/ wastewater infrastructure? Would you pass along costs of such improvements and repairs to taxpayers? 2. Do you support extending council member term limits and staggered elections? What do feel the pros and cons are of such a change to the municipal electoral system? 3. Would you favor instructing our legislative delegation to introduce a local bill to make the Thomasville Board of Education an elected body? 4. What do feel the most pressing issue(s) are facing Thomasville now and in the immediate future?

Shelton Pat Harris Shelton Incumbent My name is Pat Harris Shelton. I am currently employed as an administrative specialist/receptionist at a local company. I am a 1969 graduate of Thomasville Senior High School, and I have taken several business related classes at DCCC. My father was Marson “Big John” Harris, a veteran of the Thomasville Police Department, and my mother, Duella Harris, retired from North State Telephone. I am married, and Glenn and I have one son, Chris, who is a lieutenant on the Durham Police Department. I also have two stepchildren. Glenn and I have two grandchildren, Rebekah and Christopher. 1. I have served on the Thomasville City Council since 2007. Prior to my being elected I served on the Thomasville Beautification Committee. I am a former: Girl Scout Leader, Service Unit Chairman, and served one term on the Tarheel Triad Girl Scout Council Board of Directors. I have been a team leader for Meals of Grace at the Cooperative Community Ministry, and I am a member of West End United Methodist Church where I have served as a Sunday School Teacher and chairman of the Pastor Parish Relations Committee. I have been and still am a volunteer with the Thomasville City Schools. 2. The city has hired an engineering firm to determine the repairs needed to our water/sewer infrastructure and to prioritize those repairs. The state of North Carolina mandates that the Water and Sewer Fund has to be a stand alone fund paying for itself through monies collected from the fees charged for the water and sewer service. The Water and Sewer Fund can borrow money from the General Fund, but that money has to be repaid through revenue collected from the water and sewer service. Because of the state regulation, the cost of any repairs does have to come from the Water and Sewer Fund, ergo: the cost will have to be passed along to the consumers. I would like to explore other means of obtaining the funds to do the repairs through grants or through Federal funds, but most of those monies are given to projects that are “shovel ready” which

I have said all along that the referendum should be on a regularly scheduled November election. Personally, I have already voted, and I voted YES to having four year staggered terms. Having been elected to City Council and having no municipal government background, I found that it does require a great deal of time to learn the parameters of the job. After two years of attending almost all of the committee meetings, I am still learning, and I believe that the other first term council members feel the same. By having the possibility to have five or six or even seven new council members every two years, you run the risk of giving too much power to the unelected City Manager who guides the new council members and instructs them in their duties. Luckily, we have a City Manager who does a good job for the city that he grew up in, but he is still an employee hired by the City Council and not an elected official who has to answer to you, the voter. If you really do want accountability in city government, you should want four year staggered terms in order to make sure that your elected officials are the ones who are in charge and serving you. 3. I think that the Thomasville City School Board is a dedicated group of individuals who are working hard to keep our schools on top of the game. I do not think that bringing politics into the mix is going to make a difference for the better. This should not be about a popularity contest but should remain the selection of the most qualified person for the job. Right now anyone who lives in the Thomasville City School District can apply for a seat on the school board when those openings occur. Those applicants are scrutinized by our Personnel/Finance Committee and interviewed by the City Council then the council votes to approve the person selected. This is an arduous process, but has resulted in a board comprised of people who have the best interests of our children at heart. 4. The most pressing issue facing Thomasville right now is the high unemployment rate. We are working to make our city more attractive to businesses and industries. Unfortunately, there is no plethora of new businesses clamoring to locate here, so what we need to do is to be proactive in marketing ourselves. I would like to see a Thomasville Economic Development Commission formed which would work closely with the Chamber of Commerce and building owners to get an inventory of available space and then actively market Thomasville. Davidson County Economic Development is constantly courting new businesses for our area, and any new employer within commuting distance of Thomasville is a boon to the unemployed. Directly linked to recruiting any new businesses is the upgrading of our aging infrastructure. The city must be able to offer excellent services to any business or family who locates here.

Neal Grimes Incumbent

Grimes • Occupation – Owner and President, Pallet Resource of NC in the Reedy Creek community of northern Davidson County • Education – Graduate of the Thomasville City Schools,

Graduate of Guilford College, Graduate of the United States Army Command and General Staff College • Family – Married for 41 years to my wife Laura, three grown sons and two grandsons • Political Experience – Elected to the City Council for the first time in 2007 • Community Service – Chairman of the Transportation Committee, Member of the High Point Metropolitan Planning Transportation Advisory Committee, Member of the Public Service Committee, Member of the Memorial Day Committee 1. A functioning sewer system is a service our citizens expect. This past year we completed a $27M upgrade to the wastewater processing plant, as required by state and federal regulations and was funded by long term, low interest loans. The decision to upgrade the sewer plant by those previous councils was because they were following recommendations from expert consultants that our greatest need at that time was the aging plant was not in compliance with current regulations. Recent events point to the need for us to now begin making several improvements to our wastewater infrastructure (sewer lines leading to the plant). There is always an amount in the annual utility budget for regular maintenance of the lines. Extraordinary expenses like we are contemplating at this time must come from either loans or grants. Grants do not need to be repaid so if you can get a grant that is great. Loans, on the other hand, must be repaid. If we must borrow the money for the infrastructure improvements the ultimate repayment will be born by the utility customer. 2. I strongly support the fouryear staggered term for council members based upon my business background. The City of Thomasville is a business, a well-run business. The city operates within three budgets totaling $35 million and has 270 employees. The product our city provides is services – utility including water, sewer and solid waste collection, police and fire protection, recreation and others. The Mayor and City Council are the Board of Directors, the City Manager is the President and chief Operating Officer and is assisted in running the city with his department heads and the city employees. No well-run business – nor our city – should operate under the philosophy of having its entire Board of Directors, the City Council, change every two years. Staggered terms is best for the operation of our city – it is NOT about the cost of an election, it is NOT an incumbent protection, and it is definitely NOT a power grab. Heaven forbid an entire new council was seated the month a large sewer spill was reported. Where is the history, where is the knowledge, where is the experience. 3. I would not favor changing the policy of our City Council appointing the members of the local Board of Education. 4. As with our entire country, the creation of jobs is paramount to re-energizing our economy. Our textile and furniture jobs are lost forever and new businesses must be created to employ our citizens. Historical statistics prove more persons are employed by small and mid-size businesses than all large business. Thomasville would be a great place to start a new small business. The role of the City Council is to partner with the Economic Development Commission and Chamber of Commerce, provide high quality services, and have proper regulations and ordinances in place that make businesses want to locate in Thomasville. Another immediate need is to continue to provide the most available funding and support to our many hard working city departments enabling them to provide first class services to our citizens within current budgetary restrictions. Includ-

ed in that is continuing to improve our fund balance while providing for utility infrastructure improvements.

David Yemm

in Davidson County ensuring that tax dollars are distributed to benefit you.

Scott Styers Incumbent

Incumbent

Styers Yemm David Yemm. I work full time at N Touch Wireless a local Sprint dealer and part time as a real estate agent. I am a graduate of East Davidson High School with electronics training from the USAF. My parents reside in Thomasville and Lexington and I have a brother, sister-in-law, and niece that live in Morrisville, NC. I am completing my first two years on the city council and served on the Thomasville Historic Preservation Commission for two years prior. My activities in the community involve working in the community garden, assisting PACE with revitalization efforts, arranging free concerts that were held downtown this past summer, and continuing to showcase the furniture building heritage of our town through the furniture build off competition. 1. The city needs to plan for improving all of it aging services including sewer, water, and municipal buildings. In each case we need to explore creative means of funding from multiple sources and pick the ones that will impact the citizens the least amount. The sewer system is obviously a high priority project and with the recent completion of upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant we can focus our attention to the collection system. 2. I do not support the charter amendment to change the term lengths from two to four years. The voters have already voted on the change once and I would have felt more comfortable had the voters placed this on the ballot. The current system provides the city with the best seven candidates in the entire city every two years. All over town you will find citizens that say they believe this is the best group of council members that they have seen in many years. Why tinker with the system that brought you that change? Why condemn the system to failure before it has a chance to succeed or fail? 3. Over the past few years I have seen just how few applicants we have had for the city school board. This year we had to extend the filing period. Each time we have had quality citizens to volunteer for appointment to the board. I have yet to be approached by any citizen advocating that we change to an elected school board. At the present time I do not see a need to ask for a local bill introduced to make the Thomasville Board of Education an elected body. 4. The most pressing issue for the past several years has been jobs. With the global economy slumping we see weekly headlines related to job losses. Thomasville needs to set in place new policies and procedures aimed at being ready to receive new businesses once the economy rebounds. We need to be known across the southeast as the most business friendly city. The attitude from the council all the way down to the small business owner should be that Thomasville is the best place conduct commerce. Citizens should also learn how important it is to shop local. It is often too convenient to visit High Point and many items can be purchased

• President and owner of Dal Styers Agency, Inc., an independent sales representative group for manufacturers of home furnishings and accessories • Thomasville High School and UNC-Chapel Hill • Married for 21 years to Paige Styers and father to Cathy, Emily and Rob • Serving first term on Thomasville City Council • Active member of Memorial United Methodist Church; youth leader; serve on Stewardship, Homecoming committees. Board member of Thomasville City Schools Educational Foundation and Safe Schools committee 1. The Thomasville City Council has hired Pease and Associates to analyze the status of the sewer collection system and prioritize the rehabilitation needs. Then, we will be in a better position to know exactly what needs to be done and how much it will cost. Locating the funds will be a challenge. The city made a wise choice renovating the sewer plant first since it must be capable of handling theflow. Fines were being levied daily for not meetingenvironmental standards. That process is complete and the first payment will be made in November. We are seeking funds in anticipation of the consultants’ report. Federal stimulus money requires projects that are “shovel ready” and our construction may notqualify. Grantsare being actively pursued. The most likely scenario involves a bond referendum, ifapproved by the Local Government Commission. Depending on the amount necessary, we might be able to borrow the money based on those bonds. Ultimately, the cost will probably be borne by the citizens. Waste treatment is a part of the water and sewer enterprise fund, separate from the general fund, and by state law, mustsustain itself. The answer, unpopular but true, is that water/sewer bills will probably continue to increase. Our sale of sewer capacity to customers outside the city, including Trinity, helps to soften the financial blow to taxpayers. Candidates for city council may promise no new fees or taxes, but the truth is that if improvements are to be made, we must pay for them. 2. I believe in four-year, staggered terms, as do citizens in 43 of the 56 cities in North Carolina with populations under100,000. Two-year terms do not allow for staggering. My reasons are: Continuity: New council members have at least a oneyear learning curve, especially in budget preparation. When several new members are elected at once, city staff must create and direct policy, rather than implementing policy. Campaigning vs. Governing: Incumbents spend too much time campaigning and not enough on council business, especially in the six months leading up to election day. Single issue campaigning: Current systemplaces too much emphasis on a single issue, rather than encouraging voters to view candidates upon their views on many important issues. This referendum is a perfect example. Popularity votes: Council service is different from many other elective offices in that

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CANDIDATE PROFILES PROFILES

Ricky K. Murphy

Jay W. Browning

Incumbent

From page A8 there are no opinionpolls and less feedback from constituents. Often, one must simply vote for what you believe is right for the citizens. Elections every two years increase the temptation to vote based on popularity, or for whatever position is backed by a very vocal minority, because the next election is almost always just a few months away. Accountability is important. That’s why the council wanted to put this very important issue on the ballot. State law allows the council to change the elections method without asking the voters. But we knew this decision should rightfully be made by the citizens at the ballot box. 3. Education is one of the most important functions of government. The school board shouldbe insulated from politics as much as possible, because it is the guiding force behind our educational policy. School boards, like administrators, should always do what is best for the children, not what will get them personal recognition or power. Our school boards over the last few years have done an excellent job without the political pressurethat comes with elective office. I often see the Guilford County Commissioners and the elected school board there fighting to see who can exercise the most power, usually at the expense of the children. That reinforces my feeling that appointed school boards are much more effective. I consider council’s appointment of those who serve on the school board to be one of our most sacred duties. 4. There are several. Collaborating with such groups as the Davidson County Economic Development Commission and the Chamber of Commerce to encourage job creation is at the top of the list. Many people feel that the city government should create jobs. Our role is to facilitate, to provide excellent services, and to help maintain a quality of life that not only attracts businesses, but keeps our talented young people at home after they complete their education. Upgrading our infrastructure, particularly in water and sewer services, is just as vital. We owe it to our children, our grandchildren and our neighbors to provide them a clean, safe place to live. Supporting our schools in any way we can is critical. The fact that our county ranks last out of 100 counties in per pupil expenditure for education is disturbing. That is county fundingfor all schools, those in the city and the county systems. We must find a way to make education one of our top priorities. Downtown revitalization will help all of us by providing a hub that can generate economic health throughout the community. It’s rare that you find an economically viable city that doesn’t have a thriving downtown. No matter whoserves on the next council, the challenges are great, but we can be as good as we ever were with the right leadership. That will come from many people and groups, not just the seven who serve on council.

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public and private resources, and convincing potential companies of the value we offer through our education system and workforce. We can no longer afford to sit on the bank and hope we land a big fish. We need to encourage small business growth that can serve as a foundation for our economic development.

Carl Shatley Murphy • Occupation – Self-Employed, Professional Insurance Services. Head Soccer Coach at High Point Christian Academy. • Education – Fair Grove Elementary and East Davidson High School Graduate, DCCC Graduate and currently a student at DCCC. • Family – One son, 15 years old. • Political experience – 17yearsincumbent. • Community service – Thomasville Tourism Commission, Chairman of Thom – Lex Lake Commission, Member of Rich Fork Church, Volunteer Head Coach for Davidson County United Soccer Association. 1. At this point the treatment plants is a state of the art facility after the recent upgrade, the next step in the process of upgrading our system is the repair and replacement of the lines leading into the plant. A plan is under way to prioritize the lines within our system so we can determine the ones with the most urgent needs. While that is on going we are seeking funds to repair or replace those lines once we know the out come of the line study. Knowing the lines in need of repair we can complete engineering needed to get approval from the state to repair or replace the lines. It is then the actually process of completing the necessary work on that line will begin. I have been requesting that the funding for this be gained from 0% financing with state bonds or other similar type sources so the impact on the user is keep to a minimal. 2. This is a community issue and should be once again decided by the community without my personal preference swaying anyone. I have in past served the community with the options the people made and I will be happy to do so again no matter the outcome, that is if I were to seek re-election and win in 2011 when this would take effect. The pros, this would provide some continuing leadership from election to election on the council, the cons, it could make it more difficult for minority representation of all classes to be elected to the council. 3. I have seen nothing at this point in time that would lead me to believe that an elected school board would serve the children of our community better than that of appointed ones. The school boards, past and present, I feel have the needs of our children first and foremost in their hearts when they ask to be appointed. The opportunity is open to anyone that meets the few simple qualifications, be it an appointed or elected board, everyone has a chance to be considered. It is at that point the 7 council members decide for the citizens, the council was elected to serve the community through the trust of the people, they are accessible to the public for comment and decide based on that trust and input. 4. The most pressing issue of the day would have to be that of employment for our citizens, a quality education for children and adults, along with providing a quality of life that is in keeping with the desires of the citizens. Our long range goals should be to try an insulate our community from this type recession again, to help our existing and any new business thrive in our community, continue to support a quality educational system for all to access, and provide quality city services to everyone while doing so in the most cost effective way.

Raleigh York Jr.

Browning • Occupation: Owner of Browning Web Designs, Computer Programmer • Education: I have an A.A.S in Computer Programming with Certifications in Internet Programming and Database Management. I am also a. Member of Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society • Family: I am married to my wife Fredda who is a Systems Analyst at High Point Regional Hospital. We have been married for 12 years. I also care for my mother, Mamie Browning, who we were happy to have stay with us after we lost my father last year. • Political experience: I have always followed politics closely, and felt I could make an impact on Thomasville’s recovery so I decided to manage my first campaign. • Community service: I am a member of Creative Enterprises Organization that is sponsored by Davidson Works. Our primary purpose is to find ways through training and education to advance downtown businesses whose services are related to the arts 1. Currently the situation is being analyzed to see what short, mid, and long term cost we will face to update the lines that are causing the problems. Once, this information is available, we have to seek all forms of funds that are available to us from grants, the State of NC, and the Federal Government. This is a significant issue with a significant impact on the Environment. I fell confident we will be able to secure funding without having to pass the cost on to the citizens or seeking a Bond Referendum. However, we will have to wait and see how this plays out. 2. I am against both referenda allowing a vote to extend the term limits of both the city council and the Mayor. Several years ago in reaction to a petition of citizens, a vote was held that changed the Terms from 4 years to 2 years. This 2009 referendum was placed on the ballot without one single signature, and a vote by only 5 of the 7 sitting Council Members. At the council meeting where this issue was discussed, David Yemm and Raleigh York voted no to adding this referendum this year. Raleigh York stated that more people would have a voice if it were placed on the ballot during an even numbered election. The response of another member of the Council was that the referendum should be placed on the ballot this year because with eleven candidates running for office only 3 of the sitting council members are guaranteed to remain. This implies to me that they were concerned they would not have enough votes to get this passed next year. You cannot keep placing this on the ballot until you get the reaction that you want. I voted against both of these referenda. 3. This would be an issue that would be a valid referendum. Obviously, if people pay taxes, they should have a right to voice their concerns and participate in improving where they can. I would support an election system, but would prefer that the voters decide which system is best for them. 4. Employment is the most significant issue we face in this recession, and the people are tired of hearing what we can’t do to make things better. We have to use innovative thought, proactive communications, and common sense to get jobs back to Thomasville. We can accomplish this by supporting our current businesses, combining

sources at the disposal of the City of Thomasville are now and are going to be, extremely limited. I do believe we can help our citizens and find ways to improve our local economy and do so with what we have to work with. Additionally, Thomasville must aggressively market itself and emerge as a leader amongst our neighbors as we look to attract businesses and employers.

Incumbent

Shatley • Education: Bachelor of Arts, Greensboro College & Master of Arts, Duke University • Employment: President/ Owner of ROHL Associates, Inc., a design & marketing firm located in Thomasville, NC. • Community Involvement: Vice President of P.A.C.E. (People Achieving Community Enhancement); • P.A.C.E. Thomasville Farmer’s Market Committee Chairman Davidson County Community College instructor Thomasville Medical Center Foundation Board member 1. The first step in making improvements to our sewer/ wastewater infrastructure would be to begin an inspection process that would help identify the priority sections of the system that need improvement. This would also allow us to create a list in priority order of subsequent sections that are in need of repair. While the inspection process is underway I would also recommend that a search begin for whatever funds are available in the form of grants, low-interest loans, as well as any funds the City of Thomasville could allocate to the necessary repairs. The last option I would want to consider is passing along additional costs to the taxpayers for improvements and repairs. 2. No. I am not in favor of extending term limits beyond two years and I am not in favor of staggered terms. Changing to a four year, staggered term system means that the citizens of Thomasville simply have to wait too long for necessary change if our Mayor and any Council members prove not to be up to the task of doing the work of helping Thomasville to progress. A two year system allows for the type of change that our modern society demands. The people need to be given the opportunity to make a change every two years. If a council member is doing the job they should be doing for the citizens, the citizens of Thomasville are smart enough to re-elect them and replace the ones who are not effective in the job. 3. Yes. I would favor making the Thomasvillle Board of Education an elected body. The new Thomasville Board of Education could be elected every two years, at large, just like City Council. The fact that some of our citizens’ tax dollars are provided to the Thomasville City Schools means the people should have a voice in who serves on the Thomasville Board of Education and decides how our tax dollars are spent on education. 4. The single most pressing issue facing Thomasville now and in the immediate future is the economy. We are currently in the worst economy in living memory. The weak local economy has led to one of the highest unemployment rates in the state. Our real estate market is stagnant, companies have closed and left Thomasville. The list goes on and on. Even when the economy begins to improve that improvement will not happen for every aspect of our economy or everyone at the same time. This also means that the re-

York

• Occupation: Treasurer of Carolina Memorial Baptist Church Retired from the Thomasville Fire Department • Education: Graduate of Thomasville Senior High School Attended Davidson County Community College • Family: Wife – Juanita, married 39 years; Four children and four grandchildren • Political experience: 4 years on the Thomasville city council • Community service: Worked for many years in church and community causes.

1. What measures, if elected, would you take to help the city make improvements to its aging sewer/wastewater infrastructure? We are at present working to identify our needs in this area. When identified, we will prioritize these needs and start on a systematic plan to address them. Would you pass along costs of such improvements and repairs to taxpayers? Costs in this area of city services are paid for through the rates paid for services by the customers. The costs of all government spending are always paid in some way by the people. 2. Do you support extending council member term limits and staggered elections? My position has always been that I would have rather seen this addressed through petitions by the people as it was when we changed to the system we are presently under. I also thought if we were going to ask for another vote on this that the election held next year would have been better. The effective date would have been the same and traditionally more people vote in elections held in event number years. What do feel the pros and cons are of such a change to the municipal electoral system? With two year terms, any member of council or every member of council can be replaced every two years. With four year staggered terms you will always have at least three members of council to continue after each election cycle. 3. Thomasville has one of the 15 remaining municipal boards of education. Thomasville City Schools board of education is one of only three that is appointed instead of elected. A property owner who resides in the city school district must ay property taxes to both TCS and the Davidson County School System, but cannot elect candidates to, or be a candidate for, either the city school board or the county school board. Would you favor instructing our legislative delegation to introduce a local bill to make the Thomasville Board of Education an elected body? I have not heard any interest in going to an elected school board. I think presently, the people living in the Thomasville City School district are pleased with the appointed school board. 4. a. Working with the economic development commission and others to bring new business and jobs to our town.

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RELIGION

Growing in every season of life KEEPING THE FAITH

DOUG CREAMER Guest Columnist Autumn has finally arrived in the Piedmont. I enjoy walking out to get the newspaper on these cool crisp mornings. I like warm fall afternoons. I enjoy opening the windows of my car and allowing the warm air to rush in. I really enjoy watching nature’s fireworks as the trees are turning colors, providing for us fall’s spectacular show. On Sunday after church, I drove around town trying to capture

some of this year’s fall colors. I am afraid the camera just doesn’t quite capture the beauty of the brilliant colors of the leaves. I really enjoy watching the trees gradually change from their normal green to their beautiful array of fall colors. However, I do not like what will be happening in the next couple of weeks…all the raking and hauling of the leaves from the yard. I like the changing of the seasons and the cooler weather so I can get back outside and do some yard work; and I don’t mean raking the leaves or those horrible sweet gum balls. I enjoy cleaning up my garden and getting it ready for winter. I also enjoy cleaning up the flower beds and preparing them for winter. I think it’s the planting of the pansies and the spring flowering bulbs that are my favorite fall

activities. Seeing the pansies grow and bloom gives me hope to make it through the long winter in anticipation of spring. The truth is, I enjoy each season of the year for various reasons. I believe that God allows us to experience the seasons of the year to help us understand our spiritual growth. I believe that we each go through times of rebirth and renewal like spring. We have the privilege of experiencing the warm growing season of summer. This is followed by a fruitful fall harvest. Then we all have the quiet and reflective season of winter. Each season gives us the unique opportunity for spiritual growth. My wife and I love spring and summer because we love gardening and being outside so much. Most people like spiritual spring and summer because they feel alive spiritually and

CHURCH NOTES Trunk ‘n’ Treat at Central Wesleyan

Central Wesleyan Church, located at 300 Hinkle Street in Thomasville, will have a Trunk ‘n’ Treat in the back parking lot of the church from 6:30 to 8 p.m. today.

Trunk or Treat at First Methodist

First United Methodist Church, located at 100 East Sunrise Ave. in Thomasville, invites community members to dress in their Halloween costumes and join its annual “Trunk or Treat” at 6:30 p.m today. There will be lots of candy and treats and a prize for the best costume. For more information or directions, call 476-4223.

Trunk or Treat at First Baptist

First Baptist Church will hold Trunk or Treat from 5-8 p.m. today in its parking lot beside the Thomasville Library.

forum at 9 a.m., Cynthia Dodge, a public defender, will speak as part of a series titled, “What’s My Job?” For more information, see www.uufws.org.

dren under 6 years old. Take-outs cost $8 each. The event is sponsored by the United Methodist Men and the United Methodist Women.

Church yard sale

Three Day Revival

St. Stephens Missionary Baptist Church, located at 11267 US Hwy 64 East in Thomasville, will have a yard sale from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday. There will be a hot breakfast, clothing and household goods. Space rental is $10. Proceeds will go to church programs. To rent a space, call 991-8813 or 476-5333.

New Hope Tabernacle of Prayer, of 508 Carlton St. in Thomasville, presents the Bogier Brothers Three Day Revival from Friday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 8. On Friday at 7 p.m., Pastor Eddie Bogier, of Rhema Tabernacle of Prayer in Spartanburg, S.C., will be the guest speaker. On Saturday at 7 p.m., Pastor Willie Bogier, of New Hope Tabernacle in Thomasville, will be the guest speaker. On Sunday at 10 a.m., Apostle Lawrence Bogier, of Original Tabernacle of Prayer in Goldsboro, will be the guest speaker.

A call to prayer for the troops Beginning Monday, Nov. 2, the sanctuary of First Baptist Church, located on Randolph Street in Thomasville, will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Monday morning. Come pray for the troops, for loved ones who may be in combat areas and for those in training. Everyone is welcome.

Halloween Festival

Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, located at 2624 Fuller Mill Road, will host a Halloween Festival at 4 p.m. today. It is sponsored by Pleasant Hill and Prospect United Methodist Churches. There will be hayrides, games, Trunk or Treat and more. Proceeds will go to Backpacks for Schools, sponsored by COAT.

Brunswick Stew

The United Methodist Women of Fairview United Methodist Church, located at 6073 Fairview Church Road in Trinity, will hold their annual Brunswick Stew sale today. Orders are take-out only and pick-up time is between 1 and 2 p.m. The cost is $6 per quart. Call 431-4214 to placec an order.

Guest speaker

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Winston-Salem, located at 4055 Robinhood Road, will hear the Rev. D. Charles Davis speak on “Can We Be Thankful for What Our Ancestors Stole?” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. At the pre- service

Taking It to Another Level Union Baptist Church of Thomasville will have its annual “Taking It to Another Level” conference from Monday, Nov. 2 through Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speakers are Pastor Darryl Scott, of Union Chapel Ame Zion Church in Linwood, on Monday; Bishop Stanley Transeau, of Greater Truvine Holiness Church in Thomasville, on Tuesday; and Pastor George Jackson, of Citadel Of Faith Christian Fellowship Church in Thomasville, on Wednesday.

Spaghetti supper and bake sale New Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church, located at 6408 Friendship-Ledford Road in the Wallburg community, will host a buffet-style spaghetti supper and bake sale on Wednesday, Nov. 4 from 57 p.m. It will feature spaghetti with meat sauce or plain sauce, salad, garlic bread, dessert and a beverage. The meal costs $7 for adults, $3.50 for children ages 6-12 and free for chil-

Poor Man’s Supper The Church Women of New Jerusalem UCC will host a Poor Man’s Supper on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. The menu includes pinto beans, white beans, side meat, cabbage, potatoes, cornbread, dessert and a drink for just $6 for adults and $3 for children. Take-outs will be available. New Jerusalem UCC is located at 4104 Jerusalem Road, just off Old Highway 64 in the Silver Valley Community. For directions, contact Pastor Butch Conrad at 746-5046.

Still Singing After All These Years The Golden Triad Show Chorus — a chapter of Sweet Adelines International — will celebrate its 40-year anniversary with two performances on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Parkway Presbyterian Church, located at North Silas Creek Parkway and Kirklees in Winston-Salem. The curtain goes up at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Advance tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and children. Tickets at the door will be $15 and $13 respectively. Group rates are available. Call 643-9890 for tickets, or for more information visit www.goldentriadchorus. org.

they sense the presence of God actively working in and through them. Prayer feels easy and the fruit is quickly evident. The Bible seems full with hope and insight for life. We can sense and experience spiritual progress in our lives. As late summer transitions to early fall, we get the joy of harvesting spiritual fruit in our lives. The fruit of our prayers and the time spent reading and studying God’s word is evident. We all like to see the fruit of our faith born in other people’s lives. We all like to know that our lives are having a positive impact on the world around us. Producing spiritual fruit is the goal of all of our lives. There are few people who enjoy the end of fall and the onset of winter. It often feels bleak and devoid of hope. I believe God wants us to go through winter so we can

rest and concentrate on a different growth cycle. I really believe that we can grow in and through our spiritual winters. We just need to do a little preparing within our hearts, like planting bulbs and pansies. What can you do if you find yourself heading into winter spiritually? First, I would encourage you not to panic; we all have to go through periods of rest and reflection. There are some important things you can do to help you through the tough times. Find some good books. Nurturing your spirit is like adding some fertilizer to the soil of your soul. Don’t stop praying even though you feel like they are hitting the ceiling and falling down. You know that God is hearing you and that your prayers are having an effect. Stay connected with some good fellowship. Being around others who

are in different spiritual seasons is like enjoying the pansies to help you make it until spring. I want to encourage you to nurture spiritual growth no matter what season you find yourself in. While spring and summer are more enjoyable, putting down deep spiritual roots in fall and winter are what sustain you and fuel the intense growing season of summer, and ultimately produces the fruit in your life. God wants each of us to produce fruit, but we have to grow in each season in order to experience that success. I hope that you will experience God’s love in every season of your spiritual life. Doug Creamer teaches Marketing at East Davidson High School. His Web site is located at www. dougcreamer.com Contact him at PO Box 777, Faith, NC 28041 or email doug@dougcreamer.com.

Memorial United Methodist to hold Day or Fun TIMES STAFF REPORT On Saturday, Nov. 7, Memorial United Methodist Church will have i its annual Gifts Galore — a festival of arts and crafts. The event begins at 8 a.m. and continues until 2 p.m. “There will be literally hundreds of items for sale,” event chair Marie Carmichael said. “We have over 30 vendors who will set up booths to sell everything from jewelry to artwork and pottery.” You will find a wide variety of gifts which include personalized gifts, stained glass mosaics, graphic arts Christian t-shirts, jewelry, fabric crafts, knitted and crocheted items, baby items, pottery, photography, paintings, woodcarving, silk eggs, dolls, specialty foods (mixes, breads, pastries, jams, pickles, relish-

es, and cakes), seasonal decorations and wreaths. There will be representatives from Tupperware and Mary Kay. A separate room will offer Memorial’s UMW jewelry sale. You will find a variety of second hand jewelry, sweaters, scarves and jewelry boxes. Another room will feature a “One of a Kind” area. Specialty items such as lamps, wreaths, pottery, baskets, gift baskets, antiques and other select items will be for sale. In another room, The Arts and Altar Committee of Memorial Church will be selling “gently used handbags” There are bags for children, teens and adults in a variety of styles and materials – leather, canvas, silk, nylon, sequined, embroidered. There are totes, overnight bags, backpacks, name brands and designer bags. All have been cleaned and

are in very good condition. Some have never been used. “This Arts and Crafts Festival offers an opportunity to find beautiful gifts for all occasions and get a head start on Christmas shopping,” said Carmichael. In conjunction with Gifts Galore, the church will sponsor a Bake Sale. Homemade items such as cakes, breads, cookies and pies will be offered at reasonable prices. Hot Dogs will also be available. During the day, entertainment will be provided by Alpha Dance of Archdale. Local missions, outreach and church programs benefit from this sale. The Church is located at 101 Randolph Street, Thomasville. For more information, call the church office at 4727718.

A work in progress BY VAN BRINKLEY Guest Columnist First Baptist Church of Thomasville has had some difficulty in surviving for the past several years. Those members staying on have been faithful. Those persistent and determined to hold on are seeing some of the fruit of their labors. Dr. J.H. Lambeth, the now Interim Pastor, has given hope to the members and visitors of this great old church of

many years. A beacon for this city with wonderful memories for thousands of members. Faith and spirit are returning after periods of disappointments a few years ago. I remember the statement of Dr. Charles Young, the great Methodist Minister, in the book he gave me. We must “Keep on Keeping on”. I notice attitude is changing among the people with a ray of hope. First Baptist Church is a very large facility on Randolph Street, in

line with First Presbyterian and Memorial Methodist Church. They have been the pillows of gathered worshipers for many generations. First Baptist has had some defeats through the years but with the right pastor or pastors, I feel confident this great old “Lighthouse” can bring light back into our community. As this caring Pastor Dr. J.H. Lambeth with love in his heart and a smile on his face puts it: “God is not finished with us yet”.

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VOLLEYBALL DCCC @ Passaic CC 11 a.m. CROSS COUNTRY NCHSAA Cross County Regionals TBA

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Staff Writer New conference, same story. In a game that will be talked about long after the players hang up their helmets and move on with the rest of their lives, the Thomasville Bulldogs earned at least a share of the Central Carolina Conference following Friday night’s dramatic 14-7 victory over the Salisbury Hornets at Cushwa Stadium. “The kids played lights out on defense and we scrapped on offense,” THS coach Allen Brown said. “We were able to get enough plays in there to Brown win the game. It was a great defensive effort. We’ve come along way defensively and the kids deserve a lot of credit. They worked hard this week getting ready and I’m proud of them.” Thomasville, after starting the season 14, is now a win away from an outright conference title with a road trip to Lexington standing in the way. If there is one resounding reason for the Bulldogs turn around, it’s the play of the defense. Friday night was no different. James Boyd’s interception and ensuing return to the SHS 13-yard line with just over two minutes to go in the game led to a Sam Nelsonto-Brandon Lucas touchdown and a 14-0 THS lead. “We didn’t let them get into the open field,” said Boyd. “I was on a blitz and [John Knox] threw a line drive. I just stuck my hands out and brought it back. I was just thinking don’t lose it, don’t lose it. We’re conference champions and all those losses were in preparation for this right here.” The Hornets, who came into the contest averaging more than 40 points a game

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Bulldogs wide receiver Brandon Lucas scurries in for a touchdown Friday night. in conference play, was stymied all night against a relentless effort from the Bulldogs defense. But Salisbury didn’t go quietly. One play after THS seemingly locked up the win, a tipped pass fell into the arms of Riley Gallagher for a 55-yard score and 1:27 left of anxious anticipation. Lack of timeouts, however, rendered the Hornets unable to get the ball back and Nelson kneel downs nailed Salisbury’s coffin shut. “All year we’ve been working towards being state champions,” Linebacker Robert Davis said. “At the JV game they were talking junk so we had to prove a point. We’re Thomasville. That’s what we do.” Thomasville came into Friday night’s huge CCC showdown with its work cut out. Not only did Salisbury possess one of the

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East’s special teams not so special BY ZACH KEPLEY Sports Editor One of the simpler aspects of the game could not be executed by East Davidson Friday night, resulting in a 20-3 loss to the Green Dragons. Two special teams errors lead to 13 points for

West, proving to be the difference as the Green Dragons picked up their first win in Central Carolina Conference play. “We have to do a better job on special teams,” said EDHS head coach Bryan Lingerfelt. “Poor coaching on special teams – that is me.”

The biggest of the special teams blunders came with East trailing 6-3. East had what appeared to be the defensive stand of the game with 4:42 to play in the first half. West had traveled 79 yards and was knocking on the doorstep with fourth-and-goal from the one-foot line.

Fullback T.C. Moore took the handoff and drove into the line, but was met by a wall of Golden Eagles and fumbled. Dustin Sipes recovered at the four and East was feeling good – for a moment. West’s defense showed its strength forcing East to punt after three downs,

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being helped on the last by an overthrown ball by Taylor Warren to a wide open Dustin Sipes. Justin Mounts dropped back to punt and received the snap, but his kick was taken off his foot by Nijeal Stephen. The Green

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Beatty speaks to Hasty Elementary students about practice, education BY ZACH KEPLEY Sports Editor

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A Salisbury defender breaks up a pass intended for Brandon Lucas.

When a large group of elementary students are placed in a gym together, pandemonium is the norm that can be expected. On Thursday afternoon at Hasty Elementary, though, the students sat in awe at the sight of former HiToms and current St. Louis Cardinal minor-leaguer, C.J. Beatty. A beloved member of the 2008 Coastal Plain League champion HiToms, fans young and old appreciated the character of Beatty both on and off the field. His second stint with the HiToms in 2009 was cut short as he was drafted by the Cardinals in the 2009 MLB draft, but Thursday afternoon, he reTIMES PHOTO/ZACH KEPLEY turned to the Chair City to the delight of his Former HiTom C.J. Beatty addresses children at biggest fans. Hasty Elementary School on Thursday. He addressed the students at Hasty and

laid out a simple message for them to understand. He expressed the importance of education, and emphasized that “practice makes perfect” when achieving your dreams. “You have to pick something you want to be in life and you have to believe it,” said Beatty. “I am a professional baseball player today, but do you know how many people told me I would never make it? They said you are too slow, you can’t throw the ball and you can’t hit. I made it because I practiced.” Education was important to Beatty while attending North Carolina A&T State University, and he talked to the students about how he would not be where he currently is without getting the knowledge he recieved in school. He added that being the best takes

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The 2009 NCBBA Drum Tournament OFF THE PORCH

DICK JONES Outdoor Columnist Fishing is one of those things that simply isn’t predictable. There are contributing factors but hard and fast predictions are likely to prove fallible. This week at the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association’s First Annual Red Drum Tournament, the fishing was anything but predictable. While this was the first annual tournament for NCBBA, it was hardly the first year of the drum tournament at Cape Hatteras. The first being held in 1983, the tournament has been hosted by several different organizations over the years including the North Carolina Coastal Federation, Sportcast USA, and Frank and Fran’s. This is just the first year for NCBBA to sponsor the tournament. The tournament begins at midnight on Wednesday and runs continuously until 4 p.m. on Saturday. Anglers may fish any beach that is currently accessible

from Ramp 23 at Salvo to below Ramp 38 in Avon. Most anglers scout the beach at low tide just before the tournament starts and chose their spots. Many stay on the spot for the duration of the tournament. A lot of the anglers fish all the way through without a break, keeping a line in the water for 64 hours. Some chose tide and light conditions and sleep through times they feel will be less productive. This year, the water was so calm the day before the event that reading the water to spot holes that would likely produce fish was difficult. Waves react differently over deep water than shallow so fishermen can read bottom structure by watching waves. Small waves don’t show much so many anglers were likely fishing on guesswork. Normally, calm water doesn’t produce many drum but that was a surprise as well. Over 150 drum were measured and released during the tournament in spite of glassy smooth water for the first two days. The North wind and increased current didn’t show up until the last 24 hours of the event. Most of the fish caught were puppy drum, fish under the 27” upper limit for slot fish. Of the 151 fish weighted in, only 6 fish exceeded 27” and only three were citation fish over 40”.

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The numbers bear witness to the tremendous number of puppy drum in the water around Hatteras this fall. This has been a banner year for slot fish. Since I didn’t enter the tournament this year, I fished the Point area and saw hundreds of puppies caught, all in the 18” to 27” slot for keepers. Fishermen are only allowed to keep one slot fish per day. Fishing is a great sport for everyone. There were 26 women, 33 seniors, and 10 youth anglers in this year’s tournament. Lady angler, Jeanne Griffin of Moncure, N.C. qualified for senior and women’s class and had a great weekend. She caught the longest drum in the Women’s Division, the longest drum in the Senior Division, and the longest bluefish. The tournament winner, Danny Fletcher told me this week, “I have a hand held GPS and I cruised the beaches at low tide on Wednesday and picked out my spots. I started out at my first pick; it was south of ramp 23 but it didn’t pan out. I’d marked some sloughs south of Ramp 27 so I moved there; it was dead, too. At 8 a.m. Friday, I moved back to my original hole. I was actually trying to catch the winning bluefish because I was catching a lot of black drum and bluefish. Late in the afternoon, the wind picked up to about 15 mph and switched to

southeast. It looked like drum water and I went back to drum fishing. “About 10 p.m., I was fishing six rods and changing out my baits. When I got to the fourth rod, I realized the line was almost gone,” Fletcher said. “A fish had taken it down to where I could see the black of the spool. The clicker was on but I couldn’t hear it. I ran north with the rod to get some line back and caught up with the fish about a hundred yards up the beach. I tried twice to get him over the bar about 25 yards off the beach and he made a run back out each time. When I got him to the bar the third time, a set of big waves came in and washed him all the way up onto the beach. He was the first citation fish I’ve ever caught.” Danny Fletcher’s first citation drum was a money fish. His first place winnings consisted of: $1,350 in cash, free entry in next years tournament, $400 toward lodging for the next year’s tournament, a $350 Wheels Reels custom rod and the trophy. Most remarkable in the tournament was the story of the second longest fish, caught by Matt Hooper of Salvo. Normally, there is a winner in the youth division but this year, 13-year-old Matt Hooper was bumped

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From page B1 time, and that they would not just wake up one morning and be the best. “Kids see their sports idols on TV and they feel like they just got there overnight, but I just wanted to tell them to

“I thank God for this opportunity,” said Beatty. “I am truly blessed and I feel like it is my job to give back to the community. There is no money involved in this. I am just here for the kids and the smiles on their faces.” As for baseball, Beatty still has many dreams to accomplish, including

‘I am truly blessed and I feel like it is my job to give back to the community.’ — C.J. Beatty Former HiTom

practice and that education is No. 1,” he said. Players will come and go through Thomasville while playing for the HiToms and many will be forgotten, but Beatty is one that wants to be remembered for more than just baseball. He has a great appreciation for those that made his time on the team special, and hopes that he can make a small impact on young lives that aspire to be just like him.

making it to the major league. During the offseason he plans to hit 23 days a week, and will start lifting in December. If everything goes according to plan, he expects to start the season in Low-A ball in Iowa. “Spring training will be right around the corner and I am going in hungry,” he said.

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Dragons gained control at the 11 and Ozzie Moore reached the end zone two plays later, changing the tone in the game, giving West a 13-3 lead. East had a chance to trim the lead to seven late in the half as Warren lined up for a 44-yard field goal attempt. His kick had plenty of distance, but kept drifting left and clanked against the upright, falling back into the field of play. East could never recover after that, suffering another tough loss in league play. McCandies added a 5yard touchdown run with 2:24 to play, cementing the West victory. West benefited from a careless illegal participation penalty by the East special teams on the initial drive of the game, allowing them to maintain possession. The mistake proved costly as the Green Dragons were awarded the ball at the East 35 instead of the Golden Eagles taking control. Eight plays later, WDHS quarterback James McCandies called his own number from two yards out, putting the guests ahead 6-0 after the missed PAT.

“I don’t think we ever recovered from that to be honest with you,” said Lingerfelt. What little running room East tailback Dylan Gallimore had to work with on the night, he took advantage of when East finally took possession. His small gains resulted in first downs, as East traveled from their own 22 down to the 17 of the Dragons. West’s defense held Gallimore to six yards on the next three runs, as the Eagles settled for a 27-yard field goal from Taylor Warren. With Malcolm Wimmer helping on defense, Gallimore was left to do everything in the backfield on his own. West keyed in on him, holding him to 77 yards in the game. “He is going to get over-

played,” Lingerfelt said. “It was tougher for him having that one back set, but that is what I would do us against too. Until we prove them different, that is what we are going to get.” The passing game never seemed to click, making the run game all the more difficult. All night there never seemed to be much excitement on the East sideline. “It seemed like we didn’t have any energy and things just didn’t click,” Lingerfelt said. “We had some opportunities, but we just missed on some plays.” McCandies had a big night with 119 yards rushing. The Golden Eagles conclude the regular season next Friday at Salisbury.

AREA SPORTS BRIEFS VOLLEYBALL Golden Eagles eliminated East Davidson was knocked out of the 2-A state playoffs losing at East Lincoln 3-0. The Lady Golded Eagles end the year at 1412.

FOOTBALL East JVs win second straight East Davidson traveled to West Davidson Thursday evening an won a 6-3 decision over the Green Dragons. Josh Craven hit Kirk Kanoy for the winning touchdown from 60 yards

out. Kanoy had five catches for 127 yards. Asa Bohannon added 85 yards rushing. East, 3-5, closes out the season against Salisbury next Thursday.

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GENERAL Concealed Handgun class There will be a concealed handgun class Nov. 28 at the Fairgrove Fire Department. The class runs from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. This class is mandatory for anyone wishing to get a concealed handgun permit. To sign up for the class call course instructor Livingston at 687-0290 or go by the fire department.

BULLDOGS fastest offensive weapons in the state in track star Romar Morris, the Hornets’ defense presented a challenge in itself. Kiontae Rankin, a 6’4”, 390-pound mountain of a defensive tackle, and Justin Adkins presented the largest front line the Bulldogs have seen in conference play. THS still managed to dominate much of the first half in leading 7-0. With Sam Nelson keeping the defense honest with 14 first half passes, the Bulldogs found some holes open up on the ground. “We did some good things offensively,” said Brown. “Sam was really good and Lucas was great. We couldn’t run the ball. They just too big and strong up front for us.” While Thomasville had little trouble moving the ball, finishing drives proved problematic. The Bulldogs marched down to the SHS 10-yard line from their own 17 in 12 plays, but Kesean Green fumbled at the Hornets’ goal line, ending a prime scoring chance to start the second quarter. On THS’ next possession, the Bulldogs drove to the Salsbury 14-yard, but had to settle for a field goal try that Morris got a hand on for the block. THS finally cashed in in the final seconds of the opening half. The Bulldogs took over at midfield with 1:21 remaining in the first half and quickly moved the ball to the Hornets’ 20yard line with 15 seconds on the clock. On second and 9, Nelson moved to his right and found Brandon Lucas in the flat. The senior took the pass and squeaked inside the pylon for the game’s first score. Lawson Hodges’ PAT kick gave the Dogs a 7-0 heading into the locker room. Staff Writer Eliot Duke can be reached at 888-3578, or Duke@tvilletimes.com.

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DRUM From page B2 from the youth class to the overall ratings because his 46.5� drum came in second overall. Matt, who goes to Cape Hatteras Secondary School, fished straight through the tournament, staying on the beach the whole 64 hours. In a telephone interview this week, Hooper said, “We started out fishing south of Ramp 27, at about 4:00 PM, Thursday, we moved up to a deep hole North of 27 because the tide was going out. I hooked up with the fish at about 8 p.m. This was my fourth Citation drum,� he said. “My best fish so far has been a 48 inch, 52 pound drum.� Matt Hooper takes his fishing very seriously, when I called Matt for the interview Thursday night, he was on the pier, fishing. For more information on the tournament, go to: http://hatteras-island.com/ or http:// ncbbaonline.com/.

Dick Jones is a freelance writer living in High Point. He can be reached at OffthePorch52@yahoo.com.

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CATHY ELLIOTT NASCAR Columnist they just make you cry. But they always add zing to the dish. Every sports fan has suffered through the strain of watching favorite teams rise and fall. Sports, after all, are not immune to the concept of ebb and flow. Just ask a Washington Redskins fan if you don’t believe it. Every NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team begins its championship quest with the same ambitions, the same hopes and dreams, and roughly the same equipment. With the clean slate of a new season stretching out before them, each driver’s story is his to write. All of them are in contention for the same prize when that green flag waves at Daytona International Speedway in February. Some advance farther down that road than others. As the numbers in each column — things like wins, top five and top finishes, and DNFs — rise or fall in direct proportion to the numbers in the other, dreams begin to fall or take flight right along with them. This isn’t exclusive to drivers; it is also true of fans. It was difficult to see the cockiness of Kyle Busch supporters gradually dissolve when they began to realize that, just as money can’t buy happiness, four visits to Victory Lane couldn’t buy Kyle a spot in the Chase. After their driver won the first two races of the 2009 season, Matt Kenseth fans weren’t on

Cloud 9; they were so giddy, they were floating somewhere above it. But being No. 1 in the biggest race of the year couldn’t guarantee Matt a season finishing spot any higher than 13th. Dale Earnhardt, Jr. fans were absolutely convinced that if only he were given a new crew chief their hero would ascend to his rightful spot at the top of the driver standings. To see the frustration in their eyes when that didn’t happen according to plan has literally been painful to watch. Drivers who did make the top 12 have faced their share of disappointment too, as one by one they have watched their championship hopes slip away. After a valiant effort to make the Chase field, Brian Vickers has yet to post a top 10 finish headed into Talladega Superspeedway. Carl Edwards fans unequivocally maintained this was “his year.� Edwards hasn’t won a race. Kasey Kahne has two wins this year, and Denny Hamlin has three, but nevertheless both are hovering in the bottom third of the top 12. The Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup hasn’t come down to the point where only two remain, but it’s close. Let’s just say we’re looking at the league championship playoffs right about now. Still, all of these drivers keep showing up at the track every week, ready to race. They believe they can win, and they will work as hard as they can for 400 or 500 miles to prove it. Why? Because they are contenders, and that’s what they do. May they never stop fighting. In fact, this may be the best example I can think of where being contentious doesn’t create trouble. In NASCAR, it generates respect.

TIMES STAFF REPORT Most people would think of Concord Speedway as the last place you would want to take a young driver to make his first start in a Late Model Stock Car, but that’s exactly where Clint King will make his UARA-STARS Series debut today. It’s big, it’s fast, it’s tough, it’s scary ... that’s how many people including veteran racers describe the 1/2 mile dshaped Concord Speedway. However, Clint King Motorsports crew chief, Ricky Bryant isn’t afraid to take his 14year old driver there for his first start and King isn’t intimidated by the “scary fast� track. “It’s fast, it’s super fast,

but I like the track and I think after testing there twice now, we’ll be really good this weekend,� said King. This weekend for King is going to be all about getting laps and seat time in a Late Model Stock Car as the young driver has never raced competitively in one of these cars, but admits that the laps he’s had this season in the Late Model Truck has prepared him well for his debut. “This car and the truck are very similar and I’m glad I was able to get that seat time in the truck, because I think it gives me a head start on these Late Model Stock Cars. This weekend isn’t about going out and winning, even though you know I want to, but this week-

end is a chance for us to get a feel for this UARASTARS Series where we intend on running next year full time provided we get the funding we need to be competitive.� King knows that he doesn’t need to go out and set the world on fire this weekend, but rather go out, log laps and earn the veteran and series regulars respect. “I want these guys to know how I race and for me to learn how they race and earn their respect, because these are the guys I’m going to be racing side-by-side with all year next year. I think this one race this year will give us a jump start for next years challenges,� concluded King.

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Barth field goal propels UNC to huge upset BY BRIANA GORMAN Durham Herald Sun BLACKSBURG, Va. — Five years ago, on Oct. 30, 2004, North Carolina kicker Connor Barth made a 42-yard field goal as time expired to give the Tar Heels a victory over No. 4 Miami. And Thursday, it was his younger brother, Casey, who provided a 21yard game-winning field goal to give the Tar Heels a 20-17 upset over No. 14 Virginia Tech at Lane Stadium. It was the highest ranked team UNC has beaten since that Miami game, and gave the Tar Heels their first ACC victory of the season. “I knew I could do it,” Barth said. “I do a lot of visualization so I think that really helped me.” The game went back and fourth in the second half, and a 19-yard Barth field goal tied the score at 17 with 2:52 to play. But three plays later UNC defensive lineman Tydreke Powell forced a fumble and defensive back Deunta Williams picked up the ball and returned it to the Hokies’ 24. The Tar Heels kept the time running and the ball moving, and as Barth’s field goal sailed through the uprights as the clock hit zero the team rushed the field in celebration. “We’ve never really had this feeling before, kicking it at the last second,” UNC quarterback T.J. Yates said. “It just sends chills down your spine when your whole team is rushing the field. It’s a hard place to play in: big stakes, Thursday night.

We executed the game plan absolutely perfect. The defense played awesome. It’s just a great feeling right now.” A week after blowing an 18-point third quarter lead over Florida State, the Tar Heels (5-3, 1-3) earned their biggest victory of the season and kept their postseason chances alive. UNC coach Butch Davis said Yates had his best game of his career, as the junior threw two touchdown passes and was 18 of 28 for 131 yards. Yates also remained composed after it appeared he had cost the game for his team. Virginia Tech (5-3, 3-2) cut the lead to 14-10 at the start of the fourth quarter, thanks to a 36-yard field goal from Matt Waldron. On the ensuing possession Yates, who was under pressure, tried to make a throw wide but was picked off at UNC’s 11 by Rashad Carmichael, who returned it to UNC’s 5. Three plays later Hokies quarterback Tyrod Taylor punched it in for a 1-yard touchdown, and Virginia Tech’s first lead of the game at 17-14 with 11:51 to play. “That interception, I don’t know what I was doing, smoking some drugs or something” Yates said. “It was so stupid on my part. I just completely put the defense in a horrible spot. That was a bad decision by me.” But Yates said he remained calm, and he turned around to lead the Tar Heels on a 78yard scoring drive on

Duke’s Lewis gives tribute to deceased Connecticut player BY BRYAN STRICKLAND Durham Herald Sun

DURHAM — In lieu of flowers, Duke quarterback Thad Lewis sent a helmet. Lewis is among those still mourning the stabbing death of Connecticut cornerback Jasper Howard, a childhood friend from Miami. The two still kept in contact, mainly through a mutual friend, up until the Oct. 18 incident. Lewis sported eye black strips with the message “RIP JAZZ” during Duke’s 17-13 victory over Maryland on Saturday, and he also signed a helmet that he sent to Howard’s grieving family. “It’s something that they keep, to remind them that Jazz had friends near and far,” Lewis said. “I knew Jazz well. We grew up together in apartments on Fifty-Eighth and Seventh [streets]. We hung out almost every day, played basketball together and PlayStation together. My cousin actually managed the apartments, and I knew his mom and his little sister. “To see something happen like that, it’s crazy. You don’t really think about something like that happening to somebody you know, especially at college, away from home. If he had been back home, it would have been like he was at the wrong place at the wrong time, but getting out of that environment and going up to college, you don’t think that will happen.” Howard was stabbed in

the abdomen outside a school-sanctioned dance hours after helping the Huskies defeat Louisville. Three men were arrested Tuesday, including John William Lomax III, who faces murder charges. “I had just seen him play against Louisville,” Lewis said. “For something to happen like that, it’s tragic. But being raised up in the church, in a Christian family, I know he’s in a better place. It affects you, but God has a purpose and a plan for everything.” Lewis on pace Thanks to 1,189 passing yards over his last three games, Lewis now is on pace to own every major career passing record in school history. Lewis now has 8,707 career passing yards, third in Duke history and 907 shy of all-time leader Ben Bennett. Lewis needs to average 181.4 passing yards over Duke’s final five games — he currently is averaging 281.7 per game. Lewis already owns the school record for career touchdown passes with 61 and needs 59 more attempts and 54 more completions to pass Bennett. Lewis’ receivers are raking up some serious numbers right along with him. Austin Kelly, Conner Vernon and Donovan Varner rank first, second and fourth in the ACC in receptions per game, and Vernon needs seven catches to break Duke’s freshman record of 37 set by Corey Thomas in 1994.

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the next possession to tie the score at 17. Yates completed five of eight passes on the drive, including a fourth-down 19-yard pass to Little, to eat 8:59 off the clock. “I thought our kids today rose up and they proved something to themselves, that if you don’t ever give up on yourself, then you always have a chance,” Davis said. The Tar Heels’ defense, ranked seventh in the nation, also played a key role in the victory as it held the Hokies to 256 yards of total offense. Virginia Tech running back Ryan Williams, the seventh leading rusher in the nation with 119.14 yards per game, managed just 96 yards on the ground. UNC also held Virginia Tech scoreless in the first two quarters for the first time this season. The Tar Heels had a 7-0 lead at the break thanks to a 13-yard touchdown pass from Yates to Jheranie Boyd in the second quarter. The Hokies tied the score with a 1yard touchdown from Taylor in the third, but UNC took back the lead roughly five minutes later when Yates connected with Little for a 15-yard touchdown. “It means a lot to come in and get a win over the previous conference champs,” Little said. “It’s just a wonderful feeling to be able to be down in the second half and battle back and make plays when the plays need to be made.”

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CANDIDATE PROFILES From page A6 b. Continuing to work to identify and address our infrastructure needs. c. Continuing to provide the best city services possible for our citizens.

George Burton

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• Occupation: Semi-retired from Crescent Ford Lincoln Mercury in High Point as a sales and leasing consultant. • Education: Attended public schools in Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated from East Technical High School. Attended John Hay Vocational Business School, John Carroll University and Davidson County College in Lexington. • Family: Married to the former Mattie Louise Font of Thomasville with two children, Scott and Monta, and two grandchildren, Destin and Destiny. • Political Experience: Have served five terms on the Thomasville City Council (18 years) since Nov. 1991. • Community Service: Have served on numerous Boards and Commissions over the years, including Davidson County Community Action, the Thomasville Human Relations Commission, Thomasville Jaycees, Thomasville Lions Club, The Optimist Club, Davidson Pride Masonic Lodge No. 157 and The N.C. Shriners Association, serving two terms as Potentate. Served six years on the Board of Directors for the Community Cooperative Ministry. Current member of the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, serving as deacon, on the finance committee and chairman of the missionary department. Served on the Thomasville Police Department, the High Point Police Department and the city’s Public Services Committee. Now serving on the Personnel and Finance Committee and as chairman of the Public Safety Committee.

1. a. We have already taken steps, concerns and measures such as studies, contacting the proper consultants and engineers to assist us. We have made new guidelines with and for our current employees to follow to prevent this again. We have contacted other services to help and to assist us in order to improve and update our systems. We have retained other services, along with tests, to locate the problems with our aging sewer and wastewater infrastructure. b. No, I would not support nor pass along the costs and burdens onto the citizens and taxpayers, because it’s not their fault and responsibility for the costs of such repairs and improvements. It’s the city’s alone, not the taxpayers. I would try to seek federal and state funding in order to assist with this project, and locate grants and seek loans to assist and finance it. I would contact

and seek the help and assistance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Clean Water Branch. 2. I voted to have this referendum placed on the ballot for the citizens to have this option and choice to make this change, not city council members, but I would support the citizens on this issue. I am in favor of a four-year term and a staggered system for city council members for the following reasons: a. This would provide stronger leadership and continuity for our city and the citizens, because since 2003, we have been on a two-year budget cycle. In order to have better long-term financial planning and an effort to reduce the rate of expenditure growth and to improve city services for citizens. b. It usually takes a new council member one year or more to learn his or her role as a council member, the budget process, other projects, workshops, schooling and knowledge of certain and future projects. We need to have some experienced council members with the knowledge to accomplish and carry the goals and objectives on. 3 a. Our city council has appointed good quality individuals that care and have concerns about our children, school system and the community. The appointment process allows the city council to interview and scrutinize each potential member and to make sure that they are the best person for the job. Some of our qualified citizens would not run in an election, because they do not want to and should not have a political issue agenda to serve by on the school board. Our appointed board has worked great in the past. Every child deserves a quality education — our men and women of tomorrow — regardless of who they are, race, creed, color or where they come from. We must provide them with problemsolving skills, critical thinking skills and tools they need to survive our new global economy for the 21st century. We must give them better education now and for the future with the skills, tools and technology needed to achieve their goals and education. b. The city has the right and could recommend the change if they wish

to through the state legislature delegation. I am elected by the people to serve the people. 4. a. Jobs and unemployment. Citizens need jobs and a source of income in order to live and to survive. b. Supporting and promoting economic development with new industries and new businesses for our city. c. Improvements and repairs to our aging water infrastructure. d. Planning for Thomasville’s future with new and bright ideas for the 21st century. e. Better and future education for our children by planning and preparing them with skills, tools and technology for the 21st century. f. Revitalization for our downtown district. g. Supporting and helping our businesses now operating in the city of Thomasville for them to continue operating here. h. More and better recreation sources for our citizens, such as a movie theatre or bowling lanes. i. Improving our streets and sidewalks for our citizens’ safety. j. Neighborhoods and community meetings with our local citizens in order to learn of their needs and concerns in a particular area.

Jackie Jackson

Jackson • Occupation Healthcare • Education NC A&T SU BS Electrical Engineering; University of Richmond, MBA • Political experience – Served four years on City Council and two years on School Board in Richmond, Va.; Served as Regional Director of the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials; Worked as Political Director on the Committee to Elect Congressman Tom Perriello (D-VA) • Community service – Member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, and NAACP 1. Evaluate our current budget and identify potential funding to address our infrastructure needs. Discuss opportunities for selling bonds for infra-

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structure. Finally, review our policy of savings as it relates to the “rainy day fund�. This fund is established to address “emergencies� that hit the City. Hopefully one of these options could be implemented without having to pass the costs to the taxpayers. 2. I support the citizens being given the opportunity to vote and express their position on changing terms and staggering terms 3. Yes, to an elected school board. 4. Most pressing issues are focused on our need to revitalize our downtown and enhance our employment base. Attract new businesses and support our existing small businesses. Aggressively work to address the vacant buildings in our community.

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• Ronald S. Bratton , 57year-old, lifelong resident of Thomasville. Married to Terusa Bratton, with one son, Ronald S. Bratton Jr., and three grandchildren: Kailon 12; Rihanna 3; and Elijah, 1, • Education: School degrees obtained: 1971 Thomasville Senior High

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From page B6 School High School Diploma; 1993 Davidson Co. Community College Associated in Applied Science in Criminal Justice; 1998 Guilford College Bachelor of Administrative Science • Employment: Employed Feb. 1974, with Thomasville Police Department and promoted through the ranks (Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, Major) until reaching Chief of Police in January of 2006. Retired as Chief of Police, July 1, 2009 • Community involvement: Member of First Missionary Baptist Church (103 Church St., Thomasville); Chairman of the Trustee Board; Member of the Thomasville Lions Club; President of the Helen K. Kanoy Scholarship Fund • Awards and Honors: July 25, 1990 Departmental Commendation for Bravery; October 1990 Silver Star for Bravery American Police Hall of Fame; June 2009 Distinguished Alumni Award: Davidson Co. Community College; June 2009 Key to City of Thomasville; July 2009 North Carolina Order of the Long Leaf Pine; September 28, 2009 Citizen of the Year: Thomasville Civitan Club 2008-09 1. The problem with the aging infrastructure is a major concern for the elected council of the City of Thomasville. The sewer system spill damaged not only the environment and the water quality of High Rock Lake, but also the water supplies for the communities down river of Thomasville. The reputation of the City and its staff to provide professional services to the citizens and communities surrounding Thomasville has also been impacted. The first step in dealing with this problem is having a professional evaluation of the total sewer infrastructure. We should look for federal and state funds that may help in assisting with these much needed repairs. The elected body should not increase taxes on the citizens of Thomasville but instead, should explore bonds, grants, and other measures within the existing budget in order to make these repairs. 2. I support the referendum to give the citizens of Thomasville the power to make decisions regarding the way in which their leaders are elected. Likewise, if voters select two or four terms, I feel it would be beneficial if these terms were staggered in order to have more continuity in government. For example

CANDIDATE PROFILES , if such terms are not staggered, it is possible for all council member to be changed during any one election. This, in my opinion , would not be beneficial to the citizens of the City of Thomasville 3. The council could use the same methods as are currently utilized with the council elected terms. The citizens of the City of Thomasville, whenever possible, should be allowed to make decisions on issues effecting their futures and the futures of their children, as well as that of the City of Thomasville. 4. High unemployment in Thomasville and Davidson County is a serious problem and the city must be proactive in their recruitment of business to Thomasville and Davidson County. The cities and Davidson County have worked as one to seek out industries for the county. The use of Davidson County Economic Development Commissions has been successful in bringing new industries to the county.

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the engineers will design the system’s improvements and submit them to the state for approval. Once the cost of these improvements has been determined, a plan for financing needs to follow. Exploring all possible sources for accomplishing this would be done. 2. I do support the referendum to shift from two to four-year municipal government terms. Under the present system of elected terms, you could possibly have an entirely new council and mayor elected every two years. I believe there needs to be some continuity of experience on the council, which this referendum would insure. 3. Under our present system, applicants are interviewed by the Personnel Committee, which then makes recommendations to council for approval. This process has worked well for many years. There has been strong leadership with broad representation on the school board using this method. I, therefore, would not favor having the legislature introduce a bill to make the Thomasville Board of Education an elected body. 4. The most pressing issue facing Thomasville is creating more jobs to replace the many that have been lost in recent years. Working with the Economic Development Commission, the Thomasville Chamber of Commerce, and Davidson County Community College, new jobs have been created in Thomasville and Davidson County, but there is more to be done. The water and sewer infrastructure needs to be upgraded in a timely manner to

correct further spills and heavy fines. Rehabilitating homes in older inner city neighborhoods, through grants, needs to be done to make them more energy efficient and comfortable for living.

Terry Hill

Hill • Occupation: HR Training Consultant for DavidsonWorks and Realtor®/Broker for North Carolina Real Estate Consultants • Education: MBA Gardner-Webb University and BS in Business Administration from High Point University, magna cum laude. • Family: Wife Mary, two sons - Nicholas (married to Kristina) and Derek; one grandson, Kaden • Political experience Twice President of the Thomasville Board of Realtors® • Community service: American Red Cross, Boy Scouts of America, United Way of Davidson County and many others. 1. The city must not ignore essential repairs and updates to its infrastructure. It’s always more cost effective to properly take care of problems while they’re small, instead of waiting

• Retired in 1998 after 36 years with Duke Energy. • Graduated from Needham Broughton High School in 1954 and Atlantic Christian College (Barton College) in 1958 with a degree in Business Administration. • Married to Carolyn Ray with two children, daughter Catherine and son Ray, and four grandchildren. • I have served on the city council at large for two terms (four years), and I am completing a third term (six years) as Mayor of Thomasville. • At present, I serve on the Davidson County Workshop Board, deliver meals on wheels, serve on the Economic Development Commission of Davidson County and am a member of the Rotary Club of Thomasville.

until they become larger, more expensive problems. I will work with the City professional staff to identify any government grants and financing options available for infrastructure improvement. Costs of improvements may be able to be spread across the life of the system, paid for by both current and future users of the system. Also, I will work with staff to plan and execute both preventative and quick response protocol for any emergency problems that may happen anywhere in the infrastructure. 2. I do not support extending council member terms and staggering elections. I believe that council members need to run for election every two years. Council member are more responsive to the people and can be held accountable with two year terms. Some believe that it’s critical to have staggered elections to provide continuity of government. I disagree. Continuity should be secured by putting comprehensive growth plans in place. Plus there are several members serving many consecutive terms which indicates there is no need to extend terms. With seven seats to fill every two years, it’s highly unlikely that we would encounter a situation where most of the council members were newly elected. In any case where this to occur it would probably be because the citizens wanted to send a mandate for change – and they should have the right to do so. 3. I absolutely favor a bill to make the Thomasville Board of Education an elected body. I feel

that Thomasville residents have been denied a very important right. They are paying taxes to support school systems, but can’t vote for representatives for either board. This is taxation without representation, a practice abhorred by our founding fathers. I will commit myself to work tirelessly to correct such injustices. 4. There are three key issues facing Thomasville now and in the future: jobs, youth and education. It’s essential that Thomasville attract and retain businesses that will provide good jobs and entertainment to its residents. Many of our most promising youth move away from Thomasville in pursuit of a career. The council must be business friendly and nurture relationships between business and citizens. Ordinances that are too restrictive to business development must be eliminated or revised. An awareness program to encourage residents to buy locally will help bolster the local economy. Citizens must help businesses and city leaders to think bigger than a bedroom community. If you never think big ideas then you only get little results. We should help our youth to reach for the stars and to stay in school and become someone special. Businesses can partner with schools and other organizations to allow and create onthe-job training. We need to promote volunteerism as a learning path to understanding how precious life is. Education is learned first at home

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B8 – Thomasville Times – Saturday, October 31, 2009

AROUND THE STATE

Safety urged on Halloween night TIMES STAFF REPORT

RALEIGH — Gov. Bev Perdue is reminding motorists not to drink and drive as they celebrate Halloween. State and local law enforcement officers will be cracking down over the next several days as part of the Halloween “Booze It & Lose It” campaign. “Halloween should be a time of fun and family with no room for irresponsible behavior,” Perdue said. “I urge North Carolinians to be smart, think ahead and not drink and drive.” Last year, during Halloween weekend there were 165 alcohol-related crashes resulting in 5 fatalities and 143 injuries. The campaign begins tomorrow and ends Nov. 1. Officers will conduct stepped-up patrols and checkpoints statewide throughout the cam-

paign. For a safer Halloween, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program recommends these simple tips: • Designate your sober driver before going out and give that person your keys; • If you are impaired, call a taxi, use mass transit or call a sober friend or family member to help get you home safely; • Promptly report impaired drivers you see on the roadways to law enforcement; • Always buckle up—it is still your best defense against an impaired driver; and • Remember, Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk. If you know someone who is about to drive while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they are going safely.

MARRIAGE LICENSES Aug. 31-Sept. 4

Anthony Dean Wray, 27, of Lexington to Bethay Marie Russell, 24, of Lexington. David Comeron Connie Jr., 38, of Lexington to Nancy Loureinda Godwin, 21, of Lexington. James Robert Michael, 20, of Lexington to Danielle Raye Harper, 18, of Lexington. John Thomas Lombardi, 47, of Lexington to Donna Iantha Marie Thomas, 49, of Lexington. Steven Todd Hunter, Sr., 38, of Thomasville to Barbara Ann Ansley, 41, of Thomasville. Travis Wayne Moose, 20, of Lexington to Meghhan Ryan Norman, 17, of Lexington. Gary Joe Robertson, 58, of Mocksville to Felisha

PROFILES From page B7 then in school and lastly through personal trials. The population in the state of North Carolina is growing rapidly, and Thomasville needs to be prepared to maximize the opportunities that population growth provides. These opportunities will be realized through developing business-friendly policies, an educated workforce, and an infrastructure that encourages families to live and work in Thomasville.

Editor’s Note Candidate profile questions were not returned by Mayoral candidates Steven Leonard and Earl Harrison.

Charleen Brown, 42, of Mocksville. Brentley Lee Craver, 20, of Lexington to Sandra Nichole Juncker, 22, of Linwood. James Oscar Neal Jr., 42, of Lexington to Michelle Lynn Oldham, 32, of Lexington. Joseph Matthew Partin, 29, of Lexington to Samantha Christina Jones, 23, of Lexington. Joshua Daniel Martin, 24, of Lexington to Elisha Kay Murphy, 19, of Lexington. Ronnie James Smith, 23, of Rockwell to Amanda Dianne Griggs, 21, of Gold Hill. Thomas Sebastian Valley, 27, of Dallas, Texas, to Emory Elizabeth Graham, 27, of Linwood. SATURDAY EVENING CBS PBS FOX NBC ION CW ABC MNT WLXI

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Halloween Safety Tips Thomasville Police Department is offering the public a few tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween. • Small children should be escorted at all times with the supervision of a guardian present, never allowing the child to trick-or-treat alone. Parents should know their child’s route and walk in groups whenever possible. • Children should wear reflective clothing, opting for costumes that offer greater visibility when crossing streets. Children are urges to carry a flashlight and stay on the sidewalks when possible and never cross streets between parked cars.

Shoot-out leads to three arrests TIMES STAFF REPORT A Wild West style shooting in Trinity led to the arrest of three men. According to a Randolph County Sheriff ’s Office press release, deputies responded to a report of gunshots being fired at 5685 Wagoner Road in Trinity on Sunday. Deputies discovered three men were involved in a physical confrontation, resulting in gunfire. No one was actually hit by gunfire, but one man, William Andy Aikens, received other non-life threatening injuries from the confrontation.

Ricky James-Theodore Aikens, 53, of 5685 Wagoner Road, was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, and was issued a $2,500 secured bond. William Aikens, 51, of 6752 Fairview Church Road in Trinity, is charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and assault with a deadly weapon. Warrants for Wiliam Aikens are pending service due his injuries. Bradley John Whetsel, 39, of 5685 Wagoner Road, in charged with assault with a deadly weapon.

• When possible, opt for taking children to “Trunk or Treat” events. • Never eat any candy or food items until they have been inspected by adults. • Never approach houses unless the lights are on. • Remind children to never enter a stranger’s home or car. • Always remember that drivers have hard time seeing people, especially at night. • Avoid standing to close to any open flames such as candles which can catch costumes or wings on fire. • Make sure that fake knives, swords or guns are made of cardboard or other flexible materials to avoid accidental injury or worse. • Remove all objects from your yard which might present a tripping hazard. • Watch your children and use good common sense when it comes to their safety.

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Saturday, October 31, 2009 – Thomasville Times – B9

POLICE REPORTS

All entries in the section are based on information provided in police reports from the Thomasville Police Department.

Oct. 2

• Victim of injury to personal property at 505 Bassinger St. • Finch Industries victim of vandalism to real property at 104 Williams St. • Victim of fighting at 715 Culbreth Ave. • Victim of assualt with a deadly weapon at 215 National Highway.

• Christopher Jnann Cobb (WM, 33) arrested on charge of failure to appear at 211 W. Colonial Drive. • Britteny Nicole Lynch (WF, 20) arrested on citation of driving with a revoked license at Highway 29/70. • Michelle Deva Shjelf (BF, 38) arrested on citation of driving with a revoked license at Randolph Street. • Ronald Wayne Hepler (WM, 42) arrested on citation of driving with a

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Oct. 4

• Sonya Marie Davis (WF, 30) arrested on charge of failure to appear at Winston Street. • William Joseph Culler (WM, 230 arrested on charge of open container of alcohol in vehicle at 7 Laura Lane. • Lyntra Lannette Campbell (BF, 350 arrested on charge of driving with a revoked license at 100 Evans. • Thomas Edward Davis (WM, 20) arrested on charge of failure to appear in ocurt at 219 Church St.’ • James William Samuel (WM, 41) arrested on charge of communicating threats at 814 Oaklawn Drive. • James Calvin Hill (WM, 23) arrested on charge of failure to appear at 507 Cox Ave. • Victim of cruelty to animals at 82 Lowery Drive. • Vicitm of larceny at 333 Cloniger Drive. • Victim of vandalism at 22 Skye Terrace. • Victim of breaking and entering at 1009 Doak Court. • Victim of assault on female by a male at 116 June St.

Oct. 5

• Kevin Miles Lewis (WM, 24) arrested on charge of failure to show surrender of licnese at Pineywood Road. • Alternative Learning Center victim of vandalism at 19 E. Guilford St. • Erica Barret (WF, 23) arrested on charge of failure to return rental property with written purchase at 12 Fisher Ferry St. • Billy Ray Summey (WM, 57) arrested on charge of DWI at Commerce Street. • Charles Micahel Reaves (WM, 30) arrested on charge of assualt with a dealy weapon inflicting serious injury at 7 W. Guilford St.

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Oct. 8

• Marcos Talio Escalante (WM, 19) arrested on citation of speeding 15 mph more than speed limit at Interstate 85.

• Kay Morris Small (WF, 53) arrested on charge of larceny shoplifting at 1595 Liberty Drive. • Stephanie Marie Croniser (WF, 16) arrested on charge of larecny shoplifting at 1585 Liberty Drive. • Kandy Leigh Ellis (WF, 20) arrested on charge of larecny shoplifting at 1585 Liberty Drive.

• Christopher William Hooker (WM, 23) arrested on charge of assault on a female by a male over 18 years of age at 10 Liberty Drive. • Sara Gray Justus (WF, 24) arrested on charge of simple assault at 10 Liberty Drive. • Jeffrey Spencer Poole

Oct. 9

(BM, 18) arrested on charge of weapons on campus at 805 Franklin St. • David Earl Caldewell Williams (BM, 31) arrested on charge of communicating threats at 14 King Row. • Jesus Jimenez Bejarano (WM, 17) arrested on charge of disorderly conduct at 410 Unity St. • Kissey Renee-Oshuntae Gordon (BF, 32) arrested on charge of worthless check at Randolph St.

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Oct. 6 • Emma Jean King (WF, 63) arrested on charge of witness required to give self incrimination at 701 Pennington Ave. • Erica Barret (WF, 23) arrested on charge of communicating threats 12 Fisher Ferry St. • Diawina Shanec Carolina (BF, 24) arrested oncharge of failure to appear at 7 W. Guilford St. • Larry Miller (BM, 17)

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• Adam Michael Sanders (WM, 20) arrested on charge of assualt with a deadly weapon with intent to kill at 7 W. Guilford St. • Timothy Edward Johnson (WM, 25) arrested on charge of DWI at 202 E. Guilford St. • James Lamer Williams (BM, 30) arrested on charge of non-support parent, failure to support at 815 Martin Luther King Drive. • Brittany Nicole Nawar (WF, 26) arrested on charge of misdemeanor larceny at 1585 Liberty Drive. • Victim of carrying a concealed weapon at 525 Turner St. • Victim of domestic violence at 1009 Doak Court. • Radio Shack victim of misdemeanor larceny at 1122 Randolph St. • Walmart victim of larceny at 1585 Liberty Drive. • Shell Rapid Lube victim of larceny by servant and other employees at 609 Randolph St.

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Ragsdale named BCH Director of Communications TIMES STAFF REPORT

Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina (BCH) president Michael C. Blackwell has appointed Blake Ragsdale as Director of Communications for the 124-year-old child care agency. Ragsdale works at BCH’s administrative headquarters in Thomasville. “Blake has faithfully served Baptist Children’s Homes for the past seven years aiding the agency’s communications efforts,” Blackwell said. “His ex-

perience and passion for BCH’s mission of serving children and families will be a tremendous asset in his enhanced role.” As Director of Communications, Ragsdale is responsible for Ragsdale B C H ’ s statewide marketing and public relations. He also serves as Managing Editor for Charity & Children, BCH’s monthly

news publication. A resident of Thomasville, Ragsdale joined BCH as Communications Associate in August 2002. He was employed at The Dispatch, the Lexington, North Carolina based newspaper, before coming to BCH. Ragsdale is a graduate of Appalachian State University and is married to Amanda. They have one child, Madelyn, and live in Thomasville. “It is a privilege to continue serving the needs of

North Carolina children and families,” Ragsdale said. “I have a deep appreciation for the incredible work that is being accomplished through Baptist Children’s Homes’ statewide residential services, and I am grateful to be a part of it.” Since 1885, Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina has helped children and families. BCH began with one campus, Mills Home in Thomasville, but now provides services in fourteen communities across the state.

Workshop of Davidson earns re-accreditation TIMES STAFF REPORT

The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. was recently approved for another three-year accreditation by CARF, The Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. This is the fifth consecutive approval for the maximum time period. The Workshop received its initial accreditation from the international body in 1997 with the previous review being in 2006. The Workshop applied for and was approved in six programs. Three community employment services programs are job development, job-site training and job supports. Other accredited services programs are comprehensive vocational evaluation, employee development and organizational employment. This accreditation represents the highest level awarded to a facility and shows substantial conformance to the standards established by CARF. The process begins with a rigorous self review comparing actual operations with guidelines for recommended best practices. A CARF survey team of professionals in related fields from Florida and Minnesota visited the facility on August 24 & 25. They toured the facility and visited job sites as well as examined operating policy guidelines and consumer documentation files. The team interviewed persons served, parents, staff and members of the governing board. The Workshop demonstrated to the team of peers that its programs and services are of the highest quality, measurable and accountable. The survey report listed strengths, recommendations and consultations in the more than twenty areas addressed. The stringent process requires a follow up quality improvement plan demonstrating efforts to implement recommendations. The survey summary stated, “The Workshop of Davidson, Inc., has strengths in many areas.” Those listed included the long tenure of the CEO with over 40 years of service, an active board of directors and a dedicated staff. Other strengths noted were the ability to undergo changes to adjust to current economic climate, excellent financial reports and a broad base of experience, talent and expertise to develop new programs and future expansion of employment programs.

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The undersigned, having qualifies as Administratrix of the Estate of Lemuel S t e v e n P o r t i s , deceased, late of Davidson County, hereby notifies all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present t h e m t o t h e undersigned on or before January 24, 2010, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of any recovery. All persons, firms or c o r p o r a t i o n s indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

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NORTH CAROLINA DAVIDSON COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS The undersigned, having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Emma H. Skeen, deceased, late of Davidson County, hereby notifies all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present t h e m t o t h e undersigned on or before January 24, 2010, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of any recovery. All persons, firms or c o r p o r a t i o n s indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 24th October, 2009.

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Carrol D. Gantt, Administrator and Executive Director of The Workshop of Davidson, Inc., displays the new Certificate of Accreditation from CARF, the Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. The organization was commended for its attention to all compliance issues and for the way it has met them. The Workshop was described as, “fortunate to have an adult basic education component provided through a collaborative relationship with the Davidson County Community College.” In a letter to Administrator Carrol D. Gantt from Brian J. Boon, Ph.D., President and CEO of CARF states, “Your organization should take pride in achieving this high level of accreditation.” Gantt responded, “I am delighted that we have again received a threeyear award from CARF.” Seth Miller, President of the Board of Directors of The Workshop said, “ I am indeed happy about the review results. I feel CARF accreditation is important for the betterment of our program. It helps us strive to improve services we provide to our consumers.” CARF is an independent, not-for-profit accrediting organization whose mission is to promote quality, value and optimal outcomes of services. They do so through a consultative accreditation process that centers on enhancing the lives of persons served. The Commission was founded in 1966 and has established consumer-focused standards to help organizations measure and improve the quality of their programs and services. The Workshop of Davidson, Inc. is a community based program with a unique combination of a vocational rehabilitation program, a job placement agency and a business. The Workshop derives part of its income by pro-

viding contract services including small parts assembly, sorting, gluing, folding, packaging and shrink wrapping for its customers. Funding is also provided by the State of North Carolina through Piedmont Behavioral Healthcare. Federal and other state funding comes through the Division of Mental Health, Vocational Rehabilitation Services of the North Carolina Department of Human

Services. The mission of The Workshop is to promote and deliver quality services to each person served and to meet each person’s individual vocational needs. The purpose is to achieve his or her highest degree of self-sufficiency vocationally, socially and economically. The private, not-forprofit, organization has been a United Way of Davidson County agency since 1966.

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Residents reminded to change smoke alarm batteries Sunday TIMES STAFF REPORT

It is 3 a.m., and somewhere a fire is smoldering, creating a thick, black, toxic smoke that is making its way throughout a family’s home. Without a working smoke alarm in your home to warn you of the impending danger, would you wake up when you smell the smoke? Probably not. Clinical experiments have found that the sense of smell actually decreases when people are asleep, so the smell of smoke does not awaken the occupant. Instead, smoke disorients people and dulls their senses, making it less likely that even cries for help will awaken them. But, there is one sound in a fire that can save your life. That sound is the ringing of a smoke alarm. Nationally, more than 80 percent of all homes have smoke alarms. According to the United States Fire Administration, only 60 percent of those smoke alarms are working. The primary reason for this horrible statistic is lack of batter-

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ies or dead batteries in smoke alarms. As part of the National “Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery” fire safety campaign, the Thomasville Fire Department urges citizens to adopt a simple, potentially lifesaving habit. Firefighters urge citizens to change the batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when moving clocks back on Sunday. The campaign encourages citizens to arm themselves against home fires by taking some basic home fire safety precautions, including installing fresh batteries in smoke alarms. “Working smoke alarms mean the difference between life and death,” commented Fire Chief Martin Dailey. “It is such a simple way to protect you, your home and loved ones.” Thomasville Fire Department received 200 9-Volt batteries from Energizer, to be given to residents who are elderly, disabled or cannot afford batteries. To request a home inspection and free battery, call Thomasville Fire Department at 475-5545.

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Thomasville City Schools Monday, Nov. 2 — Breakfast: Pop tarts, fruit juice, milk; Lunch: Chicken fajitas, chef salad, seasoned corn, black beans, chilled applesauce, fresh fruit, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 3 — Breakfast: Chicken biscuit, fruit juice, milk; Lunch: Macaroni and cheese, sliced ham, chef salad, season green beans, carrot sticks, fresh fruit, milk. Wednesday, Nov. 4 — Breakfast: Cereal w/ munchies, fruit juice, milk; Lunch: Pizza, chef salad, celery sticks, quick baked potatoes, chilled pineapple, fresh fruit, milk. Thursday, Nov. 5 — Breakfast: Pancake on a stick, fruit juice, milk: Lunch: Oven fried chicken, chef salad, creamed potatoes, steamed broccoli w/cheese, apricots, fresh fruit, milk. Friday, Nov. 6 — Breakfast pizza, fruit juice,

milk; Lunch: Chicken quesadilla, chef salad, steamed cabbage, potato wedges, fruit juice, fresh fruit, milk.

Davidson County Schools Monday, Nov. 2 — Breakfast: Pancake pods, assorted fresh fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Pizza, Asian chicken w/rice, oven baked chicken w/corn muffin, steamed carrots, black-eyed peas, garden salad, pineapple, assorted fresh fruit. Tuesday, Nov. 3 — Breakfast: Blueberry pancake, sausage on stick, assorted fresh fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Hot dog w/slaw and chili, chicken pic w/ crust, stuffed shells w/ Texas toast, mashed potatoes, green beans, garden salad, peach cup, assorted fresh fruit. Wednesday, Nov. 4 — Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, assorted fresh fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Chicken nuggets w/roll, beef teriyaki nuggets

w/roll, chicken fajitas w/ taco shell, broccoli w/shredded cheese, rice, garden salad, strawberry smoothie, assorted fresh fruit. Thursday, Nov. 5 — Breakfast: Steak biscuit, assorted fresh fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Nachos, macaroni and cheese, deli turkey sandwich, California vegetables, spinach, garden salad, applesauce, assorted fresh fruit, blueberry cobbler. Friday, Nov. 6 — Breakfast: Waffle stick, sausage patty, assorted fruit, juice, milk; Lunch: Chicken fillet, BBQ Chicken sandwich, chicken Pomodoro w/Texas toast, corn, French fries, garden salad, fruit cocktail, assorted fresh fruit.

* Cereal and toast served daily with breakfast. * Chef salad meal w/ cracker, peanut butter and jelly sandwichess and boxed raisins offered daily with lunch.

TIMES STAFF REPORT

Davidson County Sheriff ’s Office arrested a Midway man for shooting his dog. According to a DCSO press release, deputies responded to 210 Half Wright Road off Spry Road east of Midway for a report of a dog being shot. Deputies found the homeowners dog suffering from multiple gunshot wounds and the animal was transported to Thomasville Veterinary Service for treatment. The victim reported hearing three shots prior to finding her dog shot. Deputies followed a blood trail from the dog to 470 Crotts Lane in WinstonSalem. Deputies confronted the homeowner, Herman Gregory Hine, 51, who denied seeing or shooting the animal, saying he couldn’t own a gun because he was a convicted felon. Deputies and Vice Narcotics detectives obtained a search warrant and found several hand guns and long guns in a gun safe. Hine confessed to shooting the dog and led officers to the handgun he used hidden under his mobile home. After further investigation, five marijuana plants were found in an outbuilding. Herman Hine was arrested and charged with possession of a firearm by a felon, felony cruelty to animals and manufacturing marijuana. Teresa Lynn Hine also was charged with manufacturing marijuana. Herman and Teresa were issued $20,000 and $5,000 secured bonds, respectively. They are both scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 9.

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