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Oct. 2–8, 2014

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By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

Improvements to the roadways and streetscapes of Wrightsville Beach are both close to finishing and about to begin. In a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Transportation and the Town of Wrightsville Beach, the beautification of the town’s entryway project on the east side of the Heide Trask Drawbridge is almost complete. The project includes a series of plant beds and mulch from the edge of the bridge to just past the Causeway Drive and Keel Street intersection where crews from Good Earth Associates installed three garden walls

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Wisthoff wins triathlon Town roadway, streetscape

By Miriah Hamrick A handful of scientists and engineers tasked with providing a reasonable estimate of sea level rise on North Carolina’s coast over the next 30 years are still discussing ways to interpret data variances as an internal deadline for the first draft of a report looms. The N.C. Coastal Resources Commission Science Panel is not conducting new modeling for the report, instead relying on existing data, mostly from tide gauges operating for different periods of time at locations along the coast. Existing data does not immediately suggest a linear rate of sea level rise, so the panel must also determine how other factors, like varying rates of land subsidence and ocean currents, skew the numbers. One method presented by panel member Tom Jarrett, a Wilmington-based engineer who retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, examines the relationship between longterm data and short-term data to produce a modest rate of sea level rise over the last century. Jarrett estimated sea level rise

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made of concrete retaining blocks. The next areas of concentration for the plan were the eastern front portion of the median between Causeway Drive and Old Causeway Drive, and the head of the median dividing Causeway Drive and West Salisbury Street. The edges of those medians are now outlined with 6-inch cobblestone pavers and Tifway 419 Bermuda sod. Other small plants included in the median areas are droughtand salt-tolerant varietals like dwarf yaupon, red oleander, Little Richard abelia, Japanese yew, daylily, juniper, muhly grass and sage. The larger trees featured in those medians are crape myrtles and live oaks. n See improvements Page A5

Coeds line up for beach living By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

“You would think we were unveiling an new iPhone or something,” said Intracoastal Vacation Rentals operations manager Luke Waddell, looking on the mass of University of North Carolina Wilmington students outside the Wrightsville Beach Intracoastal Rentals office at 605 Causeway Drive. The students arrived well before dawn, some with beach chairs, some with blankets and some with boxes of bagels, all for a chance to live on Wrightsville

Beach. Every year around Oct. 1, the Wrightsville Beach Intracoastal Vacation Rental opens registration for college rentals on the beach for next year. Students waiting in line Wednesday, Oct. 1, were hoping for one of the 15 student rentals for late August to early May of the 2015-16 school year. The line started at 4:30 a.m., with a group of three fraternity brothers waking up early to secure their space. “Getting in line at 4:30 a.m. was pretty rough but it turned out to be the sweet spot because we were the first here,” said n See coeds Page A5

Matthew Wisthoff wins the Wilmington YMCA Triathlon with a final time of 1:01:12 Saturday, Sept. 27 in Wrightsville Beach. ~ Emmy Errante

School bond Voter registration fraud warning tax impact The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating possible still disputed fraud, warning citizens to be wary of anyone attempting to collect personal inforBy Miriah Hamrick Staff Writer

Citizens tasked with the decision to approve or deny a $160 million school bond in November face a spectrum of possible increases to New Hanover County’s property tax rate, with estimates ranging from 2 to 9 cents by July 2015. County officials have predicted a 4 cent raise for the 2015-16 fiscal year if the bond passes, in addition to a 5 cent hike suggested by county manager Chris Coudriet to accommodate existing debt. But Bruce Shell, Republican candidate for the New Hanover County Board of Education and Coudriet’s predecessor, stated a 2 cent increase could pay for debt issued through the school bond plus existing county debt. Shell served as the county internal auditor for six years, county finance director for more than 11 years, and county manager for more than five years. Shell used the county debt schedule to calculate the bond’s impact. He said the difference n See school bond Page A5

mation for a new voter registration card. A local resident informed Sheriff Ed McMahon a white male, 30-40 years old, wearing glasses, approached a couple who were having lunch in the Golden Corral located on New Center Drive and informed the couple he was signing people up for the new voter identification card. The suspect stated he needed all of their information such as name, address, party affiliation, and social security number to get them signed up for the new voter identification card. Detectives with the sheriff’s office are currently investigating this case and additional information will be released as it becomes available. For any information related to voter registration, please contact the New Hanover County Board of Elections at 798-7330, http://elections.nhcgov.com/

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University of North Carolina Wilmington students line up outside the Wrightsville Beach Intracoastal Realty rental office Wednesday, Oct. 1, for the chance to sign up for student rental properties on the beach for the 2015-16 school year.

Ten Years After

The Hut bites the dust By Emmy Errante Staff Writer

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Zachary Erickson and Beth Christensen walk Zelda on Wrightsville Beach Wednesday, Oct. 1. Pets on leashes accompanied by owners are permitted on the beach strand from Oct. 1 through March 31.

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Ten years have gone by since Pizza Hut closed its doors, leaving an empty lot on Salisbury Street and a void in Wrightsville Beach’s pizza buffet market. “I can’t believe it’s been that long!” exclaimed Fran Russ, who said she used to walk over to Pizza Hut from her house to pick up dinner. July 22, 2004, bulldozers reduced the iconic Pizza Hut with the muted red roof to a pile of rubble. The building was destroyed after Pizza Hut decided, possibly for economic reasons, not to renew its lease. Reports at the time indicate the

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restaurant had been paying a monthly lease of $2,000 for the waterfront property, and the cost per month was set to increase to as much as $15,000. The Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen voted to rezone the property from commercial to residential, though both citizens and town officials were divided on the issue. Land-use plans encourage retaining commercial property on the island whenever possible, a point which led to an unfavorable recommendation from planning and parks staff. Even the aldermen were split, voting 3–2 in favor of rezoning. JoEtta Joris of Live Oak Drive spoke up for the Wrightsville Beach citizens. n See Hut Page A5

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Oct. 2–8, 2014

in polling Improved Muni course debuts Reduction locations considered By Cole Dittmer

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Early in the morning Thursday, Oct. 2, a host of familiar sounds returned to Pine Grove Drive. The starter calling out names for the next up on the tee, the thrum of gas-powered golf carts and the whack of a tee shot down hole No. 1 at the Wilmington Municipal Golf Course. Area golfers have lived without the Muni all summer after it was closed at the end of April for a $1.5 million renovation project encompassing an overhaul of the course’s greens, bunkers, and irrigation and drainage systems. Muni course manager and head pro David Donovan spent a majority of Monday, Sept. 29, touring members of the public around the course. A majority of those who came out were regulars like Dave and Linda Crowell of Pine Valley, and some of whom have called the course home for as long as 70 years. Like others, the Crowells could not believe the way the Muni’s mostly flat, small and sluggish greens were transformed into large, undulating and dynamic greens complexes. “This looks really great and it is going to be a big deal for the city,” Dave Crowell said. The Muni’s ribbon cutting Wednesday, Oct. 1, featured members of Wilmington City Council and the golf course

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David Donovan, Wilmington Municipal Golf Course manager and head pro, shows Wilmington residents Dave and Linda Crowell the completed renovations of the course Monday, Sept. 29.

committee officially reopening the 1928 vintage Donald Rossdesigned course before the first day of play Thursday. Amy Beatty, Wilmington Parks and Downtown Services Superintendent, said the city was relieved to reopen the course on time. “It is always important to complete a significant project on time but with this project that was more critical than usual because the golf course operates as an enterprise fund and we used some of our fund balance to pay for the project,”

Beatty said by during a Monday, Sept. 29 phone interview. “In doing so we looked at projected revenues

“This looks really great and it is going to be a big deal for the city.” to expenses and set our new rates based on reopening the first week in October.” Heavy rainfall in July and August after the sod and grass sprigs were laid had her worried. “The rain was a double-edged

sword because we were unable to sprig in some areas we had identified and we had to sod those areas instead,” Beatty said. “The type of rain we were getting would just wash the sprigs away so sodding those areas added a little cost to the project but the flipside is that sod came in beautifully because of the rain.” Beatty attributed the timely completion of the project to the hands-on approach of project architect John Fought, contractor Duininck Golf, and the golf course staff she said worked around the clock seven days a week for the past month. email cole@luminanews.com

With the 2014 general election only weeks away, the New Hanover County Board of Elections began discussing potential changes for the 2015 election, including fewer polling locations with more polls in public school facilities. County elections director Marvin McFadyen shared a possible plan for consolidating polling locations, dropping the number of sites from 43 to 30. No state law dictates the number of polling places required for each county or precinct, McFadyen said, and the process of redrawing precincts is bound by more rules and considerations than combining precincts. Chair John Ferrante said the board hopes to address concerns about parking and space at some county polling sites, which could serve as a deterrent to voters, through the changes. He cited the Myrtle Grove Public Library, which serves precinct M04, as an example where voters have complained about inadequate parking and limited space inside the building. “It’s a bad experience, and that doesn’t encourage people to vote,” Ferrante said. “It’s all about making it easy for people to vote.” Board member Tannis Nelson requested use of New Hanover County Schools facilities when possible, following the elections board’s Sept. 16 meeting with the New Hanover County Board of Education to discuss the possibility

of designating primary and general Election Days as teacher work days. Currently, schools remain in session as voters visit campuses to cast ballots. The elections board cited concerns about space and traffic congestion as a motivation for the request. The school board listed student safety as a benefit of the change. The elections board is looking at ways to use more public spaces as polling locations. “The schools belong to citizens and I think sometimes we forget that. Some citizens never go into our schools,” Nelson said. “If we’re going to ask for the schools, I want to utilize all the schools we can.” Ferrante agreed, but only if switching to school facilities will better serve voters. Before schools are designated as new polling sites, McFadyen said each potential site would be surveyed and analyzed based on parking, accessibility and space. The school board requested a more specific plan from the elections board before they revisit the proposal during an Oct. 14 meeting, sparking the board’s early discussion of the changes. Fourteen county schools will serve as polling locations for the 2014 general election. The tentative plan discussed by the elections board Sept. 30 included 18 schools out of 30 polling sites. A final consolidation plan must be approved by the state Board of Elections. email miriah@luminanews.com

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a $55 million transportation bond package during the fifth of six public information meetings Tuesday, Sept. 30, on the City of Wilmington’s proposed transportation bond, up for a referendum vote in November. The projects outlined in the bond were pulled from three regional transportation plans — the Cape Fear Commutes 2035, Walk Wilmington Pedestrian Plan and New Hanover County Comprehensive Greenway Plan. Requiring a 2 cent property tax increase for city residents to fund the $44 million bond order, Wilmington City Councilman Kevin O’Grady said he has been pleased with the public reaction during the information sessions. “I am cautiously optimistic,” O’Grady said during the Sept. 30 meeting about the upcoming vote on the bond. “I think we are particularly getting strong feedback from young people, especially from young people with families.” O’Grady was part of a committee of three city councilmen that helped whittle down the estimated $238 million in transportation needs

identified for the next 10 years. Councilwoman Laura Padgett and Councilman Earl Sheridan were the other two members of the committee. “We had to decide what projects would have the most impact, but at the same time make taxpayers throughout the entire city feel we were being fair in our analysis,” O’Grady said. “We worked very hard to make sure these projects are spread out all over the city.” Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization executive director Mike Kozlosky said public participation in the information sessions has been healthy with some meetings drawing more than 70 curious citizens. “The purpose of the meetings is to educate the public on the transportation bond referendum and we are here to discuss the projects and answer any questions as they relate to those projects,” Kozlosky said. “The community has been very interested in the list of projects that are included and where the projects came from.” Wilmington residents Duncan McCabe and Bret Nelson were

two of the citizens in attendance during Tuesday’s session in the New Hanover County Government Center. Nelson said he questioned the effectiveness of some of the projects included, like traffic lights on Eastwood Road and a roundabout on Wallace Avenue. “They are going to mess some stuff up, but is it worth it for the stuff that will go right? I don’t know yet,” Nelson said. McCabe said he approved of the initiative, alluding to the ever-increasing population in New Hanover County. “The area is growing a lot and we need to build the infrastructure to accommodate that,” McCabe said. “I have lived here 17 years and traffic has gotten a lot more congested in that time frame. The forecast is we are going to see another big increase so we have to do something or it will become untenable otherwise.” For more information on the projects listed in the transportation bond plan, visit www.wilmingtonnc.gov/ transportation2014 email cole@luminanews.com

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Candidate forums around town The League of Women Voters of the Lower Cape Fear and WECT will host a series of candidate forums Oct. 7–9 for county, state and national races. County and state forums will take place at the New Hanover County Senior Resources Center. An Oct. 7 forum will include candidates running for New Hanover County commission, school board and sheriff. An Oct. 8 forum will include candidates in the North Carolina House and Senate races. Both forums start at 6 p.m. On Thursday, Oct. 9, U.S. Senate candidates will debate in the WECT studio. The debate will be broadcasted and streamed live.

All applications to register to vote in the Nov. 4 election must be submitted to the New Hanover County Board of Elections by 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10.

Fire department turns house into training ground By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

Taking advantage of a house near the southern end of South Lumina Avenue set to be demolished, the Wrightsville Beach Fire Department used the structure to stage a simulated fire attack the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 24. WBFD Captain Matt Holland said 27 firefighters were on hand for the exercise, which allowed them to practice deploying hose lines, ventilating the building, breaching interior walls, personnel accountability and incident command. “Basically what we did was a simulated fire attack with a smoke machine filling the house, deployed the truck as if the house was on fire and had lights in the kitchen simulating where the fire would be,” Holland said during a Tuesday, Sept. 30 phone interview. The usual training building for WBFD is a single-story, square cinder block building with four rooms and Holland said having the chance to use an actual house provides vital realistic training scenarios. “We try to get the most use as we can out of those structures,” he said. “That is why

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Firefighters with Wrightsville Beach Fire Department complete a simulated fire attack training exercise Wednesday, Sept. 24, at a home on the south end of the island set to be demolished.

we did some things like breaching the interior walls, which we normally wouldn’t do on a fire attack, just to practice if a fire fighter was trapped in a room. That structure provided an

excellent opportunity for those types of scenarios we normally wouldn’t get to do in training.” Holland said it had been at least one year since WBFD was able to use a house for training, and

Cooper schools students on debt and finances By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper and a team of experts stopped by Cape Fear Community College Thursday, Sept. 25, to share finance and student loan tips with CFCC students. Cooper, who has all but announced a run against North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory in 2016, began his College Cash and Credit Tour in early September at High Point University. Cooper said the goal of the tour was to make college and university students more aware of the financial issues facing them. “Students need to be attentive to their finances, it is never too early to try to get your finances straight because the mistakes you make now affect you in buying a car, a home or even getting a job,” Cooper said after the CFCC session in Union Station. “Many students are away from home maybe for the first time and may be paying for their apartment, energy bill and other expenses, so they need to know this information.” CFCC was the fifth stop on Cooper’s tour and he said its student body was unique in that it is comprised of many older adult students.

“With Cape Fear Community College you do have a large adult student population, but when you think about it, these issues are important to all age groups,” he said. “I have even had professors that came into this and staff members saying this information has been helpful for them as well.” Dr. John Berry, CFCC vice president of student services, said students at CFCC would particularly benefit from Cooper’s message on debt management and said his department would integrate the printed materials provided Thursday into the school’s student resources. “Just because you can take more money doesn’t mean you should take more money and so many students find themselves in that vicious cycle,” Berry said. “We will utilize this information for all new students that come in as part of the process and today was really beneficial.” Cooper was joined by three other experts who spoke about issues ranging from student loans to establishing good credit and protecting against identity theft. The increasing level of debt students graduate with is the biggest financial issue facing them statewide, Cooper said. “We are working hard to get students the information about picking the right school for what they want to do and amassing a

Wrightsville Beach Fire Chief Frank Smith linked it to the local housing economy. “Before the recent economic recession we had more opportunities with more houses being

torn down for rebuilds,” Smith said Wednesday, Sept. 24. “Now, with the economy improving, we have started to have more chances again.” email cole@luminanews.com

Weekend Police Report Sept. 26 Citations • Swan Laronde was issued a citation for speeding. • Gary R. Surbrug was issued a citation for two counts of defrauding an innkeeper.

Civil Penalties • Three civil penalties were issued for noise and litter.

Reports • Misdemeanor breaking and entering was reported. • The Town of Wrightsville Beach reported injury to real property and vandalism.

Sept. 27 Citations • Anna L. Burkhart was issued a citation for speeding. • Simon P. Nelson was issued a citation for expired registration and expired inspection.

Warning Tickets Staff photo by Cole Dittmer

North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper speaks with students at Cape Fear Community College Thursday, Sept. 25 about student debt and financial issues facing students.

tremendous amount of debt is not a good idea,” Cooper said. “Many students are realizing that the amount of debt and the payment they have is just not going

to fit in their budget so we want students to be thinking about this earlier in the process.” email cole@luminanews.com

• David Harrah was issued a warning ticket for failure to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk. • Lynda M. Lennon was issued a warning ticket for speeding.

Civil Penalties • One civil penalty was issued for open container.

Reports • Larceny was reported. • A driver’s license was reported as found property.

BEACH BLOTTER Lagerheads brawl

U.S. Marine Lieutenant Corporal Castro from Camp Lejeune showed up in the naval hospital on base Tuesday, Sept. 23, with significant facial injuries and said it was the result of a fight at King Neptune Saturday, Sept. 20. Officers from Wrightsville Beach Police Department were called to respond to a fight between 1:30-2:15 a.m. Saturday morning, but the call reported the fight was at Lagerheads Tavern. The fight had disbanded by the time officers responded and, when reviewing surveillance footage, WBPD assessed that the fight did happen just off camera outside Lagerheads. The other individual involved in the fight is unknown.

Stalking A 43-year-old man living on Nathan Street came home to find a harassing note taped to his door and another shoved under his door Friday, Sept. 26. The man reported the incident to the Wrightsville Beach Police Department and said he had an idea who it was but was not 100 percent sure. WBPD instructed the man he could file a protective order against the individual if desired.

Shoes and pistol stolen from cars Multiple cars were broken into around the 2300 block of North

Sept. 28 Lumina Avenue sometime overnight Saturday, Sept. 27, through Sunday, Sept. 28. One woman parked her Toyota Camry in a driveway, leaving her Sperry Topsiders in the front passenger seat and they were gone the next morning. Another car directly next to hers was broken into and the suspect rummaged through the center console but nothing was taken. A third vehicle was parked in a nearby driveway that was not locked. In the morning the owner did not notice anything out of place until he noticed his .38 caliber Colt Cobra missing from the glove box. The suspect is still unknown.

Citations • Robert Keistler Jr. was issued a citation for expired registration and inspection violation. • Vance Schindler was issued a citation for expired registration and inspection violation. • Julie Pelikan was issued a citation for speeding, 53 in a 35 mph zone.

Warning Tickets • Sasha L. Lewis was issued a warning ticket for speeding.

Love on the rocks Twenty-three-year-old Wrightsville Beach resident Andrew Bock was charged with damage to personal property for his actions following an evening out in Wrightsville Beach Saturday, Sept. 27. Bock was distraught over the end of a relationship while walking home and stopped in the covered parking at Harbor Inn on Causeway Drive. From the surveillance video, WBPD saw Bock tear off the back windshield wiper of one car and dent the hood of another when he went to sleep on it. Bock also removed his clothes during the incident and ran around. Bock reportedly did not remember anything from the evening when he woke up until he realized he had no pants on.

• Gary R. Roberts was issued a warning ticket for speeding.

Reports • Larceny of bicycles was reported. • Injury to personal property was reported. • Larceny of fishing poles was reported. • Breaking and entering, and larceny from a vehicle was reported. • Breaking and entering, and larceny of a firearm from a vehicle was reported. • Found property was reported.

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Editorial/Opinion Our thoughts By Marimar McNaughton Four inches higher and he thinks the bullet might have come through the windshield and hit him as he rode in the passenger side of his family’s SUV. He and his wife met two other couples for dinner at Manna last Friday night. Around 11 p.m. they left the trendy Princess Street restaurant, and his wife, nearly eight months pregnant with their third child, was behind the wheel, taking Third Street to Dawson, headed home. At the intersection of Dawson and Eighth streets, the couple observed one white and two black men on the corner where there are some retail storefronts across the street from the Jervay Community. He thought it was weird that a white guy was hanging out in what’s considered a black neighborhood. She thought one had a gun. Suddenly, all three young men started half walking/half running in the same direction the couple was driving, toward midtown. Nearly 10 blocks later, closer to the intersection of Dawson, 17th Street and Oleander Drive, the couple found themselves in the middle of a gun battle. Passengers in two cars, one on either side of them, were firing shots at one another. He says this is when it turns into a scene from the movies: the first car zooms past. The second vehicle pulls up about three feet from his wife’s head. All he can see is a black arm, a shiny watch and a large caliber handgun. As the chase ensues, the speeding vehicles cross the low concrete median at the intersection in front of Checkers. The couple hears about 10 shots fired and they feel it when a stray bullet hits the grill of their vehicle, lodging in the radiator. He dials 911, choosing to meet the police at his home where he and his wife give their statement to the Wilmington Police officer, who tells them there was a lot going on that evening around the same time. In retrospect, the young men they saw gathered on the corner of Dawson and Eighth must have already been hearing shots as they began running away from the sound. At 11:27 p.m. he posted his brush-with-death experience on Facebook: caught in gun battle on the way home from dinner tonight. two cars beside us started shooting at each other and we caught a bullet through the front grill into radiator. ?!?! well antifreeze all over the driveway now is better than blood. people without brains should not have guns! Among the OMGs! Where were yous? That’s scaries! So glad you are alrights!, 67 friends Like it, 3 Share it, 144 Comment. At 11:34 p.m. one friend chimes in: Shots fired around 8th and Dawson too. Cops flying around the neighborhood. At 11:49 p.m. another comment: Our police force hierarchy should have an overhaul. Evangelous will not be missed!!!!

Another commiserates: [We] had a brick thrown at our car in the same place. [He] got out, left me and kids, and gave chase. Bad spot. The cops told us it’s that sleazy bar with the prison bars on the windows. And another: I hate it when real life imitates a bad Hollywood movie and my brain refuses to believe what it’s witnessing. Mine was a high-speed weaving car chase on the Interstate, but no gunfire. Through the wee hours of the night and into the next morning, as the Wilmington Police Department reportedly picked up shell casings from Sixth to 17th streets and searched for the two alleged perpetrators who were found with bullet holes in their vehicles, friends continued posting: Right after we moved into our house; there was a full on gunfight car Chase on our corner-mid afternoon on a weekend. Two cars ditched. th Shooters ran away. Left one guy shot in front seat of a car full of heroin packaged for distribution. They dug bullets out of at least 1 house close by. Amazed there was no human collateral damage. One friend writes: I hate to say it, although it wouldn’t have mattered in that situation, but that’s why I carry. Another reply: I hate to say it even more … but this is why no one should carry. That thread continues: Carry legally . . . . There’s a difference. Having had gun education and an extensive background check to acquire a permit. I don’t think the guys involved in this shooting had either. But let’s not have this debate here. Minute by minute, hour after hour, new posts surface, as the suspects are charged. Wakeel Stewart, 19, is charged with discharging a firearm in city limits and Kolton Thompson, 25, is charged with resisting arrest. Even though both have priors — attempted murder in a shooting in Creekwood last year — each is rapidly out on bail. More comments: Booked at 5:18am, released on bail at 5:42am. Are you freaking kidding me? The criminal justice system is flawed and broken. And more replies: Agreed. And why is discharging a gun within city bounds what one is charged with when you’re shooting AT someone? Why isn’t that attempted murder? Which would make it the second round of attempted murder for these two. Released to do it again and kill somebody the next time??? So far, this bad Wilmywood movie has a happy ending, or does it? In his last post, our subject writes: Tragic but true their destiny seems to be prison. I just hope that I am not the [guy] they have to kill to get there.

Nearly 10 blocks later, closer to the intersection of Dawson, 17 Street and Oleander Drive, the couple found themselves in the middle of a gun battle.

Editor’s note: Italicized portions were taken verbatim from Facebook and have not been edited for grammar or content, except where bracketed.

Letters to the Editor Bright lights Excellent article! You were at a special place. Andrew Womack and John Rhodes happen to be two of my heroes. I knew Andrew Womack’s ministry when I lived in Colorado, and John Rhodes has been the other bright light I’ve come to know since moving to North Carolina. John is qualified as a write in candidate, but that means his name won’t be listed on the ballot. Voters will need to actually write/type his name on their ballot when they vote. As for John being sour grapes about losing to Tillis years ago — he is definitely not. He was recruited to

be a candidate by myself and several others. We just couldn’t fathom pulling the trigger for Tillis, even though we are registered Republicans. And John is right — both parties are controlled by corporations and special interests and they are no longer representing the public or following our nation’s Constitution. I encourage people to take a look at the website www.writeinrhodes.org and decide if this might be the time to show the ruling political elites that Americans want government “by the people and for the people. -Vallee Bubak Lake Norman, N.C.

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Crews contracted by the North Carolina Department of Transportation are close to finishing the entryway beautification east of the Heide Trask Drawbridge, and around the Causeway Drive and Keel Street intersection.

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Town manager Tim Owens said there are still a few loose ends for crews to address and he will hear the timetable for the project’s completion in a meeting with NCDOT Monday, Oct. 6. The project will remain a state-maintained area for a full year until it is transferred to the town’s responsibility. An additional improvement coming in that area pending approval by NCDOT is the up lighting of the live oaks lining both sides of Causeway Drive east of the drawbridge. Owens said the Wrightsville Beach Foundation would help fund the lighting if the work is approved. Further east, the repaving of

Waynick Boulevard by Barnhill Contracting Company is set to begin as early as Oct. 6, with a completion deadline of Nov. 14. The repaving will cover the entirety of Waynick Boulevard from its intersection with Causeway Drive to Sunset Avenue. Crews will work on the repaving between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on weekdays with more restrictive times around busier intersections. Owens said town public works crews would begin working ahead of the repaving to replace cast iron water lines with new PVC pipes. “We are going to try to get out in front of them to complete some water line improvements,” Owens said during a Tuesday, Sept. 30 phone interview. “We

have one particular span on Sunset Avenue where we actually need to get into the roadbed but most of it will be outside the roadbed.” Town staff will also look for direction from the Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen on streetscape projects on the north end of Waynick Boulevard at the board’s Thursday, Oct. 9 meeting. The area of concentration encompasses the downtown Wrightsville Beach central business district and Owens said the board would need to provide direction on the Waynick to Stone Street intersection project that was already granted funding of $250,000 in Surface Transportation Project-Direct Attributable funding.

The town provided a match of $40,000 for the project and Owens said the board needs to decide whether it wants to move forward with crosswalk and minor cosmetic improvements to the intersection, which would be covered by the $290,000 fund, or if it wants to move that funding to a larger downtown project that could include burying utilities underground. The Wrightsville Beach Foundation will unveil the finalized vision for a comprehensive downtown beautification plan during the board’s Oct. 9 meeting, which could provide the board with ideas for improvements in the area.

of 1.02 feet per 100 years in Duck, N.C., compared to 0.62 feet per 100 years in Wilmington. “I felt that my input could provide a reality check with all these things that people are saying could happen, might happen. It all depends. The base of it is what’s gone on in the past and how you interpret that,” Jarrett said during a Sept. 30 phone interview. Jarrett studied data collected over longer periods of time in Sewells Point, Va., Wilmington, and Charleston, S.C., and short-term data collected in Duck, the Cape Hatteras Fishing Pier, Morehead City and the Springmaid Pier south of Myrtle Beach, S.C. After observing similar upand-down patterns among data collected from the gauges, Jarrett created a ratio to find long-term estimates for locations with less historical data. Jarrett also tried to isolate the rise of ocean waters from other factors causing the data to oscillate. “The fluctuations are quite large,” Jarrett said. “All of that stuff is occurring at the same time that the sea is gradually creeping up, so in any one time period, the fluctuations in sea level can overwhelm any long-term rate.” Jarrett stressed that his estimates were only one way of analyzing the data. He said the panel plans to provide a range of estimates in the final report. Other methods, proposed by panel members Greg Rudolph and Beth Sciaudone, would use global data collected by the Intergovernmental Panel on

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The Pizza Hut at 101 W. Salisbury St. is demolished July 22, 2004. The property was later rezoned from commercial to residential and currently sits vacant.

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“We have, as citizens and as a planning board, asked that there be a serious plan put together to stop the erosion of commercial properties at Wrightsville Beach,” Joris said during the meeting. “That erosion of commercial to residential can never be regained.” Current director of planning and parks Tony Wilson said that is technically not the case. “It’s been vacant all these years, so I don’t know what the future of that property is, but someone could come back in and ask for a rezoning back to commercial,” he said during a Sept. 30 phone interview.

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Chapel Hill native and UNCW junior Nicholas Alphin. “The older guys in our fraternity told us about it and said it was definitely worth it.” Alphin was joined by Eduardo Vanegas of Chapel Hill and

Climate Change and local land movement data to project reasonable ranges. The panel did not determine which method will be used for the report during the Sept. 24 meeting. A first draft of the updated report is expected to be complete by Oct. 24 to allow the panel time to review and revise the report internally before passing it to Dr. Robert Dean, professor emeritus in University of Florida’s coastal and oceanographic engineering program, and Dr. James Houston, retired Corps engineer, for peer review. A final draft is due to the Coastal Resources Commission by Dec. 31. The report will be available for public comment by March 31, 2015, and after an extended public comment period, it will be submitted to the General Assembly by March 2016. The public is invited to participate in the process before the report is finalized by attending science panel meetings, or by submitting comments or research for the panel to consider. Tancred Miller, coastal policy manager for the N.C. Division of Coastal Management, said the same handful of people have participated so far. “We have sort of a following. Pretty much the same couple folks have been giving us comments at every meeting,” Miller said during a Sept. 29 phone interview. The date of the next meeting is tentatively set for Oct. 20, but Miller said the meeting might move to Oct. 24. Meetings are held in New Bern, a central location for panel members spread from north to south. email miriah@luminanews.com

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Wilson said he wasn’t aware of any businesses showing interest in the property, which could be due to flood zone restrictions or the high cost of leasing. Cody Cress, the listing agent for the property, said the land is currently divided into three residential plots, with a dock and eight boat slips. The landowners, Kenan Enterprises, Inc., put the property on the market approximately 10 months ago. “We’re actively marketing the site for sale,” Cress said during a Sept. 30 phone interview. Mitch Baker, who until very recently resided in the property neighboring the now-vacant lot, said he understood why Kenan Enterprises would want the land rezoned to residential and he

supported its decision to make the most out of that site. “Back then, the residential market was getting very hot,” Baker said during a Sept. 30 phone interview. “To have three lots and three nice boat slips would have been a lot more valuable than renting out a property to Pizza Hut. ... I think they have three great lots and they’ll be able to sell them over time.” Baker said he wouldn’t oppose the property being rezoned back to commercial, as long as the business wasn’t too intrusive to the quiet neighborhood. “If it’s going to be a restaurant that would stay open until two o’clock in the morning, that would be detrimental to the area,” he said.

With the future of the vacant lot uncertain, Wrightsville Beach residents fondly remember the days of playing in the surf all morning and walking over the bridge to indulge in Pizza Hut’s all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. “It was the young sprouts that went there,” Russ said. “Friday night was quite popular with the teenyboppers. And the lifeguards that worked on the beach would come over to the Pizza Hut with their lifeguard outfits on.” Whatever the reason for the Pizza Hut’s demise, Russ said, it was not due to the food. “It was good pizza,” she said, “no question about it!”

Ryan Hatfield of California in the early morning hours and said the next group of people arrived about 20 minutes after them. Intracoastal Rentals does not charge a security deposit for student rentals and all three students said that was a big factor when choosing which rental agency to use.

Waddell said the crowd of around 60 gathered outside his office Wednesday was the biggest he has seen yet with an additional 140 people signed up from call-ins. The 4:30 a.m. time set by Alphin, Vanegas and Hatfield was also the earliest time he remembers anyone standing in line, Waddell added.

“The word is definitely starting to get out about it,” he said. “We will fill up today and anyone that doesn’t show up this morning doesn’t have a shot.” A small group of students were also waiting outside the Intracoastal Realty sales office one block west of the rental office but were alerted to their mistake

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between his estimate and county estimates is based on the dynamic between existing and pending debt. Because existing debt obligations will decrease in the next six years as new debt accumulates, even if revenue from property tax and sales tax does not grow as predicted, a 2 cent raise by July 2015 would cover the cost of the bond. Under the county’s estimate, the impact of the bond to the county tax rate is only 3 cents on average, with tax increases tapering off throughout the bond’s 20-year life. To ensure voters have access to information needed before casting votes, Shell reached out to county leaders, including county commissioners and candidates running for two open seats on the board, to explain his analysis. “When the voters answer the question on the bond referendum, they’re basically saying that we approve of this, to sell up to that amount of debt,” Shell said during a Sept. 23 phone interview. “So wouldn’t you think the voters ought to know the cost if they’re pledging the taxing authority of the county?” Woody White, county commission chairman, said he does not support the bond under either estimate. “The bottom line is, under either Bruce’s analysis or county staff’s analysis, this new bond will result in an increase to our property tax, and I’m opposed to that. Period,” White said during a Sept. 29 phone interview. White said his objections to the bond are not based on school needs, but what he calls an unsustainable trend of funding improvements by incurring debt. He suggested the county look at alternate sources of funding for

and made a hasty move. Every year the list of properties available for student rentals fluctuates, but Waddell said the list continues to grow as more property owners realize the value in having a rental tenant secured for the offseason. Waddell said rental company agents also frequently check in on the properties

school improvements, like redistributing a portion of the sales tax. Republican candidate Dr. Derrick Hickey, who saw Shell’s calculations and said they make sense, said he understands from his tenure on the county school board how deferred maintenance can ultimately cost taxpayers more money. While he supports the bond, he also said he would consider sales tax redistribution or other options. Hickey proposed a public work session, like ones organized by the school board, could allow for more understanding of different perspectives on the bond. Vice-chair Beth Dawson said different numbers arise from unknown variables that will drive the cost of the bond, like when debt is issued and how county tax revenues grow. She encouraged citizens to make a decision based on the needs of the bond, rather than how the bond will affect existing debt. “You’ve heard 2 cents, 3 cents, 4 cents. Well, for the purposes of passing this bond and educating the citizens about the importance of this particular bond issue, it does not need to be lumped in with other county debt,” Dawson said during a Sept. 30 phone interview “I think the first thing voters need to recognize is what we need in this community to have the very best educational system.” Democratic candidate Rob Zapple said he spent weeks trying to understand the different tax scenarios, and after meeting with both Shell and county staff, he also attributes varying estimates to different approaches to debt management. All county schools will undergo security, technology and infrastructure improvements if the bond is approved. email miriah@luminanews.com

to ensure the students are responsible tenants. Although some waited more than five hours for the 9 a.m. office opening, all traces of the line were gone by 9:10 a.m., with the last of the line inside the doors to sign up. email cole@luminanews.com

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cOMMUNITY nEWS For The Record Question and photographs by Jacob Mohr and Cole Dittmer

If you had $1,000 to donate to charity, which charity would you choose?

Dustin Sims

Wilmington, N.C.

“Probably something to do with water conservation, because everybody’s doing the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and wasting so much water.”

Robert Meares

Rebecca Todd

Peggy Meares

“I’d donate to Habitat for Humanity.”

“I would sponsor a child to go to Camp Sea Gull or Seafarer through the YMCA.”

Benson, N.C.

Raleigh, N.C.

Denny Kostelnik Youngstown, Ohio

“The UNC Lineberger Cancer Center.” “Back home, I’d donate to the Salvation Army, the Food Bank of Ohio or the Rescue Mission.”

Sample menu whets appetite for third annual Taste of Wrightsville Beach By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

Bluewater Grill’s balsamicbraised North Carolina pulled pork sliders with apple radish slaw; Oceans Restaurant’s seared ahi tuna over a fried wonton with miso, Sriracha, scallions, shitake mushroom and sesame seeds; assorted pies from 22 North; and Sweet and Savory’s autumn squash bisque, barbecued duck confit and caramel brownies are just a few of the bites waiting for Wrightsville Beach appetites during the third annual Taste of Wrightsville Beach food and beverage festival Saturday, Oct. 11. The event will include a lineup of restaurants and vendors representing repeat attendees and new participants. Taste of Wrightsville Beach cofounder Lisa Weeks was excited to have the continued support of returning restaurants and the participation of newcomers

like Causeway Café and Martino’s Deli. “We are excited about them and certainly the continued support of our loyal restaurants that have been participating since day one,” Weeks said. “It is coming along great and our ticket sales are really picking up.” Event patrons will have the chance to sample each of the dishes from the 14 different restaurants and vote on their favorites for the People’s Choice awards. The restaurants also compete for the favor of the five celebrity judges to win Best In Show. This year’s celebrity judges include Liz Biro, a former Wilmington foodie and writer who recently relocated to Indianapolis; Cape Fear Community College’s Diane Withrow; Raleigh-based Kamado Grill chief culinary officer Eric Gephart; Wrightsville Beach Mayor Bill Blair; and N.C. Representative Rick Catlin,

R-New Hanover. In addition to the food, the event will feature various beverages from 18 different vendors from across the region, state and country. Weeks said there should be a total of around 650 people in attendance at this year’s event with tickets selling for $65 until Oct. 5, when they will increase to $75. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Weekend Meals on Wheels Program, and the nonprofit Wrightsville Beach Foundation’s beautification projects that range from helping Boy Scouts enhance the town to the foundation’s downtown Wrightsville Beach beautification plan that will be presented to the Wrightsville Beach Board of Aldermen Oct. 9. Visit www.wrightsvillebeach foundation.org for tickets and more information. email cole@luminanews.com

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Bluewater Grill serves spoons with sesame tuna and watermelon, pickled ginger, avocado and buffalo shrimp during the second annual Taste of Wrightsville Beach hosted by MarineMax Oct. 12, 2013.

Picnic with Purpose to raise money, awareness By Miriah Hamrick Staff Writer

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Education and outreach is on the menu for 200 guests expected to lunch and learn during the eighth annual Picnic with Purpose at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort Oct. 9. The event is organized by Wilmington Health Access for Teens (WHAT), a local nonprofit that provides physical and mental health services for young people ages 11 to 24. The event is free to attend. Following presentations on the services WHAT provides for local young people and a keynote address by Trot Nixon, New Hanover High School alum and former Major League Baseball player, guests will be asked to donate. The 2013 Picnic with Purpose generated more than $20,000 in

donations, which helped the organization care for 12,000 patients at its main facility on Oleander Drive and three health care centers in New Hanover, Laney and Ashley high schools. The staff at each location includes a mental health professional and a registered dietician to help students with prevention as well as treatment. Mary Martin, WHAT marketing specialist, said it benefits the entire community to invest in the health of the next generation, especially young people who do not have access to care. “I don’t know if they get enough attention. These are our future leaders, and letting them know that there’s someone they can come to, especially in the schools, allows them to be more independent with their health care and the choices they make regarding their health,” Martin said.

Cris Point, who serves on WHAT’s board of directors, sponsors a table at the event each year. She said she stays active with the organization because she is concerned about services available for young people. “This is our future. I’m particularly happy that we have mental health programs for adolescents along with physical healthcare needs. ... There are so many things that a lot of adolescents don’t have access to, especially if their parents don’t have insurance,” Point said. Patients without insurance can pay for services through a sliding-fee scale. WHAT also accepts private insurance and Medicaid. “We never turn anyone away,” Martin said. Picnic with Purpose will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. email miriah@luminanews.com

IMPORTANT DATES Monday, Oct. 6 Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting 4 p.m., Town Hall Conference Room New Hanover County Board of Commissioners meeting 4 p.m., NHC Historic Courthouse Tuesday, Oct. 7 Wrightsville Beach Planning Board meeting, 6 p.m., Town Hall Council Chambers Wilmington City Council meeting, 6:30 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers

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Arboretum rings in

25 years

unday, Oct. 5, will mark the quarter century anniversary for the you going to spend that when the Earth is gone?” New Hanover County Arboretum. Along with the annual Art in Camden Lewis also said she was concerned about the future of the Earth, the Arboretum art show, which will take place Oct. 3-5, a combringing up the fact that environmental abuses have not stopped. memoration celebration will take place Saturday, Oct. 4., including “Some people really get on my nerves because they will sacrifice the Earth the presentation of a time capsule to be buried until 2039. for their money,” Lewis said. The time capsule will contain area newspapers and magazines, For 25 years the New Hanover County Arboretum has preserved a slice arboretum history, and a collection of letters and drawings from Cape Fear of Earth near Bradley Creek, full of the biodiversity native to southeastern Center for Inquiry students. North Carolina. Jennifer England’s sixth through eighth grade creative writing class is one To keep the arboretum up and running, the annual Art in the Arboretum art of those classes participating in the time capsule program and the topics of show and sale has helped raise crucial funding for the gardens. interest for the students ranged from friends and family to music, video games, Sue Watkins, Art in the Arboretum chairwoman and Friends of the Arboretum By Cole Dittmer, Staff Writer technology and environmental concerns. member, said this year’s event was expanded to a full three days with more Thinking about how their favorite things will be different in 25 years, when many will be in their late than 125 artists featured. The arboretum’s Ability Garden for special needs and handicapped garden30s, caused the students to speculate about what life will be like when the time capsule is unearthed. ers will also have its own sale featuring the artwork of many of its members. “Well, we are not going to have flying cars because we said that years ago,” Ethan Pardieu said. “I “This is our biggest fundraiser for supporting the grounds and projects of the arboretum,” Watkins think we might get somewhere new or find a new galaxy.” said. “The Friends of the Arboretum mission is to support the projects and the grounds, and our goal Maddie Meyers-Osband said popular music would change as it always has and that she would is to make enough money to keep the projects going.” probably have more friends. With more than $25,000 worth of art purchased during last year’s Art in the Arboretum, Watkins said “I think for music, there will just be more and many of the artists requested the event to expand more albums, and it may not change very much to a full three days versus one and one-half days, except for the style,” Meyers-Osband said. “I think Students in Jennifer England’s sixth grade creative writing class at Cape Fear Center for Inquiry have created as it was in the past. I will still have the same friends but even more drawings of people, places or things close to them to put in a time capsule that will be buried for the New Some of the notable two-dimensional artists feabecause I will have gone more places.” Hanover County Cooperative Extension Arboretum’s 25th anniversary celebration during the 2014 Art in the tured in the 2014 event include paintings by Janet She also speculated about the future of Arboretum, Oct. 3-5. Sessoms, Sandy Nelson and Lisa Lightfoot, and communication. photography by Karen Wiles. “What if when we make a call a little perWatkins said there has been a growing numson comes up from the screen and it is a little ber of three-dimensional artists during Art in the holographic image there in front of you,” MeyersArboretum with this year including sculpture by Osband said. Kevin Duval, jewelry by Mitzy Jonkheer, clay tiles For Zach Mathis, what the future holds in by Sandra Siemering, and pottery by Motsy Wynn store for video games is a question he would like and Carroll Crouch. answered. “We have always had a good collection of two“My idea of technology in 25 years is we are still dimensional art, but we have had a lot of other going to be copying all our video games from the kinds of art the past couple years and that area Japanese and we are still not going to be able to has really grown,” she said. “A lot of the threeclone humans even though we have the technoldimensional art can be used in someone’s garden ogy to,” Mathis said. as garden features and we encourage them to bring In addition to technologies and communication, those types of pieces.” the class also grew concerned about what Earth Art in the Arboretum will be open from 10 a.m. will look like 25 years from now. to 4 p.m., Oct. 3-5, with 25 percent of the art sales “Animals are going extinct and all sorts of plants benefiting the arboretum and 30 percent of the are going away, and it is not fair to them because Ability Garden’s sales benefitting its programs. they were here first,” Meyers-Osband said. “If you The 25th anniversary ceremony is set for 4 p.m., are getting all this money from chopping down Saturday, Oct. 4. Staff photo by Cole Dittmer email cole@luminanews.com trees and sending pollution into the air, where are

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Left: Patrons admire the art scattered around the New Hanover County Arboretum throughout the weekend during the 2013 Art in the Arboretum event to benefit the public garden. Right: Local plein air painter Jennifer Mishoe creates a new piece in the New Hanover County Arboretum Oct. 5, 2013, while visitors peruse the works displayed throughout the gardens for the annual Art in the Arboretum event.

What’s coming down the pipeline this weekend?

Candid Camera

Meditation in Motion

Let Them Eat Shrimp

Tombstone Tour

Nature Photography Tips and Techniques Temptations Everyday Gourmet Thursday, Oct. 4, 9:15-10:30 a.m.

Tai Chi on the Lawn Poplar Grove Plantation Mondays, Oct. 6-Nov. 24, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

WBMH Wright Holman Shrimperoo Lumina Hall Sunday, Oct. 5, 6-8 p.m.

Oakdale Cemetery lecture and walking tour Burgwin-Wright House Museum Saturday, Oct. 4, 1 p.m.

Award-winning photographer Chuck Carmack will speak on the subject of nature photography and share tips and techniques. Carmack will be available after the presentation to meet attendees, answer questions and distribute photography and note cards. Admission is free. For more information, contact Jill Peleuses at 910343-6001 or wildbirdgardeninc@gmail.com or visit www.wildbirdgardeninc.com

Join instructor Kathy Yakimovich on the plantation lawn for an eight-week course in the art of tai chi. Tai chi is low impact and generally safe for all fitness levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Course registration is $35. To register or learn more, visit www.poplargrove.org or call 910-686-9518.

The Wrightsville Beach Museum of History will hold a shrimp boil featuring shrimp plates, side dishes, beverages and live music. Tickets are $20. Beer and wine are available for an additional charge. Takeout plates are available for $15 and include shrimp and two sides. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 910-256-2569 or visit www.wbmuseum.com

Historian Shannon Walker will speak about Wilmington’s 1862 yellow fever epidemic. A onemile walking tour of Oakdale Cemetery will follow the lecture, concluding with a viewing of the yellow fever section in the public grounds. Admission is $5 for the lecture, $15 for the lecture and tour. To register or learn more, call 910-762-0570 or visit www.burgwinwrighthouse.com

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DREAMers toast Tracy Wilkes By Emmy Errante Staff Writer

“I want everyone to raise a glass of water — because in the British Empire it is appropriate to toast the queen with water — and let’s toast the queen of DREAMS,” Tony Rivenbark announced to begin the DREAMS Presents Annual Gala Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside. The event was billed as a Roast and Toast of Tracy Wilkes, but aside from a few jokes about her tendency to wear her heart on her sleeve and give bear hugs, community members had nothing but praise for DREAMS’ outgoing executive director. The night also served as a testament to the powerful impact of the DREAMS program, not just on current DREAMS students,

but on DREAMS alumni, parents, teaching artists, staff and volunteers. The evening began with an art sale showcasing the work of DREAMS teaching artists like Renato Abbate, who stood behind a table displaying his ceramic bowls and cups. He described leaving a full-time, well-paying job to teach one class a week at DREAMS. “It was super scary,” Abbate said, “but it’s the best job ever, watching the kids growing up.” Abbate said when he first started teaching, he frequently became discouraged because he didn’t believe he was having an impact on the lives of his students. He taught at a treatment center with students who often exhibited behavioral problems and did not outwardly respect him.

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DREAMS teaching artist Marva Robinson leads the DREAMS students in a performance honoring Tracy Wilkes during the DREAMS Presents Annual Gala Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside.

As he was questioning his effectiveness as a teacher, Tracy Wilkes gave him a piece of advice that renewed his sense of purpose. “She said, ‘If you’re making

a difference in just one of those kids’ lives, then you’re doing your job,’” Abbate said. During the night’s performances, alumnus Makeba Robinson spoke to the audience

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Left: Outgoing executive director Tracy Wilkes speaks to the audience during the DREAMS Presents Annual Gala Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside. Right: Classical guitarist Matt Carvin is announced as DREAMS’ new executive director.

about the difference DREAMS made in her life. She talked about being a timid young girl until she came to DREAMS and found a family that would bring her out of her shell. She also told a story that illustrated the compassion of Wilkes, whom the students referred to as Mom. Robinson described stopping by DREAMS a few weeks before starting her freshman year of college. Wilkes told her to get in the car, and they drove to WalMart. “She bought me all of the school supplies I needed for college,” Robinson said. “It was the first time and the last time I ever cried in a WalMart.” Rivenbark, Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo, Marva Robinson, Rhonda Bellamy and countless others whose lives were impacted by DREAMS also took turns toasting Wilkes. In addition to honoring DREAMS’ past, the gala also celebrated the exciting future of the program, which started with only 40 students and now serves more than 600.

It would seem that future would lie in the hands of Wilkes’ successor, Matt Carvin. Carvin is a classical guitarist who previously founded a volunteer outreach program in Baltimore, Md., called The Creative Access, which brought classically trained musicians to perform in hospices, homeless shelters and on the streets. But as Carvin looked out into the audience of almost 300 people, he said the real driving force behind the program would be the passion of the ever-growing DREAMS community. “DREAMS has never been about one single person,” Carvin said. “It’s been about the kids, and about the people who believe that those kids have the fundamental right to live expressive, full lives with a relationship with the arts. That’s why when I look out here, and I see kids, artists, community members, patrons, partners, that’s why I smile, because I am so excited for the future.” email emmy@luminanews.com

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Principal Maria Greene, from right, leads New Hanover County school board member Jeannette Nichols and New Hanover County Commissioner Beth Dawson on a tour of College Park Elementary School Oct. 16, 2013.

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Principals at 10 New Hanover County schools are preparing to welcome community leaders onto campus for the Oct. 9 Walk in My Shoes program. Guests to the schools can sit in on classes, talk with staff and students and eat lunch in the cafeteria. The program, organized by New Hanover County Schools and the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce, launched in 2013 to increase public awareness about challenges and triumphs in local public schools. “We want the community to be our partner and to understand what goes on day to day: what teachers are dealing with, what students are dealing with, where tax dollars go, how we deal with challenges from budget cuts,” said Valita Quattlebaum, New Hanover County Schools spokesperson. The 2014 program is focused on school needs included in the proposed $160 million school bond referendum. Wrightsville Beach School is one of the schools participating. Principal MaryPaul Beall said visitors to her school will clearly see the needs, but also success despite overcrowding in an aging facility. “We’re using every nook and cranny in the building to teach students, but we’re also a successful school. We’ve made do so far, but this renovation would make it even better for the students,” Beall said.

Quattlebaum said needs would be more evident at the three elementary schools included in the program: Wrightsville Beach, College Park and Blair elementary schools. At most middle and high schools, improvements are mainly to improve infrastructure and security. Principals were given flexibility to create a customized experience for visitors. “Each school can design their own programs, so your experience at one school may be totally different from what someone else has,” Quattlebaum said. “We give the principals some guidelines that they can incorporate, but each of our schools is really unique so we let the programs be unique as well.” Invitations were sent to 150 elected officials and business leaders. Confirmed attendees for the 2014 tour include New Hanover County Commissioners Woody White and Jonathan Barfield Jr., Wilmington City Councilman Kevin O’Grady, New Hanover County Board of Education Vice-Chair Jeannette Nichols and Cape Fear Community College Foundation Executive Director Margaret Robison. Quattlebaum said all are welcome to attend, but must RSVP with the school district’s public relations department. Schools participating in the event will be open for visitors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. email miriah@luminanews.com

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Retro carnival honors school’s anniversary By Emmy Errante Staff Writer

Wrightsville Beach School’s playground was transformed Friday, Sept. 26 into a colorful maze of inflatable castles, slides and obstacle courses for the Wrightsville Beach Back-toSchool Carnival. Excited throngs of students ran from game to game. A few parents attempted to keep up with their children while others stood by and watched, chatting with teachers and fellow parents. Melissa Ellison, event chair and PTA member, said events like these bring together the school’s close-knit community. “We’re a smaller school than most elementary schools,” Ellison said. “Everybody knows each other. There’s only two or

three classes per grade, so the parents become friends and we all do things together.” PTA president Elizabeth Beacham said the school was founded in September 1954, so organizers wanted to honor the school’s 60th anniversary. The decision was made to combine the back-to-school picnic with the annual Fall Festival and give it a 1950s theme. “This year, it definitely has a different feel,” Beacham said, watching a group of girls dressed in pink poodle skirts run by. In addition to the inflatable castles, children also enjoyed games of freeze dance, a cakewalk and face painting. In between activities, families snacked on food provided by Rita’s Italian Ice, Little

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Students play freeze dance during the WBS Back-to-School Carnival Friday, Sept. 26, at the WBS playground.

Author Scott to entertain kids with ‘Possible Police’ reading By Pam Creech Contributing Writer

Wylde Scott has entertained audiences with his tales since childhood. However, he didn’t consider becoming a writer until adulthood, after friends encouraged him. “I’ve been a storyteller my entire life,” Scott said. “Friends have told me, ‘Why don’t you put your stories into books?’” Scott heeded his friends’ advice and wrote his first children’s book, “The Possible Police,” which will be released by Scott’s publishing imprint, Wylde Press, Oct. 15. He will perform a costumed reading of his book at the Mayfaire Barnes & Noble Saturday, Oct. 4 at 4 p.m. “‘The Possible Police’ is about believing in your dreams, no matter what anybody tells you,” Scott said. “Children really need to live inside of their imagination for as long as possible. Imagination is responsible for so many wonderful things.” The story begins with a small child, also named Wylde Scott, who uses his imagination to tickle lions, wrestle bears and

ride a seahorse through Atlantis. The boy has nemeses. The Possible Police — Solomon P. Doubtful, Rutherford H. Fearful and William Mackery Naysayer — try to stop him from fulfilling his dreams. “The Possible Police are these absolutely horrible individuals,” Scott said. “They want their fears to be your fears; they want your doubts to be your doubts.” Scott hopes that children will take his message, the message to dream without boundaries, and apply it to their own lives. “They’re going to encounter people like the Possible Police, naysayers, who will tell them they can’t. This has been my experience time and time again,” he said. “True dreamers, people who dream big, are the ones who have the capacity to rise above the Possible Police.” Hannah Shuping, the book’s illustrator, also believes in dreaming big. Despite being diagnosed with Asperger syndrome, Shuping pursued a college degree and graduated from East Carolina University in 2013 as a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration in illustration.

While Shuping has been drawing since age 3, she still struggles with verbal communication. “There wasn’t a lot of talking with Hannah,” Scott said. “She communicates through her work — drawing.” Shuping’s colorful drawings reflect the fantastical nature of the story. “Imagination is a muscle; the less you use it, the less you’ll have the ability to imagine,” Scott said. Although “The Possible Police” is classified as children’s literature, Scott aspires to reach an older audience as well. “I’m hoping that it will carry far beyond the ages of 6, 7 and 8,” he said. Scott will release two more books, “Seaside” and “The Rabbit with No Ears,” in 2015. For more information on Scott and his work, visit www.wyldescott.com

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Hook, Line & Sinker Inshore fishing is where it’s at

shrimp are reporting plenty of Virginia mullet, some pompano, spots and croakers. A few keeper flounder have also been caught. Pier anglers are getting into the action with the drum, with a few larger fish being caught from piers to our north and south. Keeper-sized red drum have been reported in the suds along with plenty of bluefish. Keeper flounder are coming from along the pilings and shrimp is catching some spots and croakers. Inshore, the fishing is really

Large red drum, many over the slot limit, have been cruising the surf line and anglers surf fishing for them have managed to catch and release a few fish over the past week. ing good catches of fish from just about all locations. Water temperatures have cooled into the upper 70s and the fishing should get even better as the days progress. Large red drum, many over the slot limit, have been cruising the surf line and anglers surf fishing for them have managed to catch and release a few fish over the past week. Anglers targeting these fish have scouted their areas and set up near the deeper holes and sloughs, spending many hours soaking baits just to have that chance at a large drum. Many have fished for hours with no luck while others have had some success. Fishing for large drum in our local waters takes a lot of patience and a lot of luck, but the fish are there for those willing to spend some time fishing for them. Smaller drum are also being reported as are a few speckled trout. Anglers fishing with

a couple of headwind sections.” Wisthoff said despite his busy competition schedule, he makes an effort to race in the triathlon every year because of its close proximity to his house, and also because proceeds from the race benefit the YMCA. “I’m at the Y a couple times a week, so I definitely believe in the YMCA,” Wisthoff said. “It’s a good, local event. A lot of people show up for it, from beginners to advanced, so it’s a really good mix of the community.” Wisthoff has now won the triathlon four years in a row. Although this year he achieved his fastest time yet, he just barely missed his personal goal of finishing in less than one hour. “I would have rather chopped another minute off,” he said. “But it’s hard to find a minute on this course. … I got a little bit closer, and it’s a super fun event.” For many participants in the triathlon, simply crossing the finish line was enough of a goal. Mangus previously competed in the Wilmington triathlon as an individual, but this year she decided to form a relay team called Alf and Ralph with her good friend and first-time triathlete, 71-year-old Nimmo. Although Mangus said she loved the bike leg of the triathlon, she asked Nimmo to take it because he wasn’t comfortable attempting the other two legs of the race. Nimmo said he used a stationary bike to train for the triathlon. “I did fine,” Nimmo said. He paused, and then laughed. “I’m lying.” Mangus said the relay team Alf and Ralph will be back next year, along with the many other participants who might not win any medals, but are chasing more intangible rewards. “We just do it for us,” she said. “I know for a lot of people, it’s heavy competition, but for us, it’s just to be able to say, we did it. This is something that helps keep you young.”

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As has been the case now for several weeks, winds, rain and rough seas have hampered anglers wanting to head offshore, or even off the beach, for some angling fun. Surf fishing also has been hit or miss due to the rough-sea conditions, but when anglers can fish it, they are coming up with pretty impressive catches. Pier anglers are having some luck, but that, too, is hit or miss depending on conditions, which leaves mainly the inshore fishing grounds. Those fishing these areas are report-

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picking up and the fish are getting fatter feeding on the abundance of baitfish that has infiltrated the creeks and waterway. Docks are holding good numbers of red drum and can be teased by both live and artificial baits. The cooler waters have made the fish more energetic, making them a little easier to catch. Reds may also be found in the creeks and around the inlets. Flounder fishing is also doing extremely well in the inlets and creeks with plenty of large fish reported. Most of the larger fish are coming from the Cape Fear River but some anglers have managed a few citation-sized fish (more than 5 pounds), in our local waters during the past week. The weather looks decent for inshore anglers for the upcoming weekend and I anticipate plenty of good reports filtering in during the coming days.

Well before the first hints of dawn colored the sky the morning of Saturday, Sept. 27, Wrightsville Beach Park was swarming with activity. Almost 800 competitors in the 33rd Wilmington YMCA Sprint Triathlon crowded the park, silhouetted against floodlights as they wheeled their bicycles into the transition area. Jittery anticipation filled the busses transporting athletes from Wrightsville Beach Park to the Blockade Runner Beach Resort, where they would enter the water to begin the 1,500meter swim. At 7 a.m., the first wave of competitors splashed into Banks Channel, swimming in the direction of Seapath Yacht Club. With the water temperature dipping down to 76 degrees, athletes were permitted to wear wetsuits. For participants like Paula Mangus, who didn’t bring a wetsuit, the brisk water provided extra incentive to swim fast. “I was just trying really hard to get out of there,” Mangus remarked after the race, standing near the finish line with relay partner Charlie Nimmo and her daughter, who also competed. In addition to fighting the current in Banks Channel, swimmers also had to contend with choppy conditions created by a stiff northeast sea breeze. “Well, I only drank half the ocean,” Mangus said. “But I think my daughter drank the other half.” After climbing out of the water at Seapath Yacht Club, athletes ran to retrieve their bicycles from Wrightsville Beach Park for the 12-mile bike ride. Family members and friends lined Causeway Drive, holding signs and cheering. While many competitors were still finishing the first or second leg of the race, Matthew Wisthoff was already completing the 5k run around the John Nesbitt Loop. Just after 8 a.m., Wisthoff sprinted across the finish line with a final time of 1:01:12. Wisthoff, a

Staff photos by Emmy Errante

Top: Brad Southerland climbs out of the water at Seapath Yacht Club during the Wilmington YMCA Triathlon Saturday, Sept. 27 in Wrightsville Beach. Above: Doug Sigmon, left, and Nathan Strawderman bike down Causeway Drive.

29-year-old professional triathlete based out of Wilmington, said the northeast wind caused problems in each leg of the race. “With that wind coming down Banks Channel it makes it pretty

choppy,” Wisthoff said after catching his breath. “Then the wind kind of pushed you around on the drawbridge during the bike … and knocked your speed down a little bit. And in the run you had

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Local sailors compete in world championships By Emmy Errante Staff Writer

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Dean Omirly jibes in competition in the 2013 Orange Bowl’s Optimist fleet in Biscayne Bay, Fla.

Young Wrightsville Beach sailors will test themselves against the best in the world during the Sunfish Youth World Championships in Arapahoe, N.C., Oct. 7-10. Sunfish Southeast Region representative Larry Mass said the championships are held all over the world, so this year’s races in North Carolina present an incredible opportunity for local sailors. A contingent of seven young sailors representing Wrightsville Beach will race in the championships. Wrightsville Beach standouts Trey and Chase Carraway will be among the competitors. Chase Carraway has already proven himself on the international stage, representing the United States earlier this year at the 2014 XXV Optimist Trophy Nations Cup in Palamos, Spain. The boys’ mother, Boo

Carraway, said she supports her sons’ choice to pursue sailing over more mainstream sports. Sailing teaches resilience, she said, because sailors stay out on the water for seven or eight hours at a time, by themselves, in a constantly changing environment. “They have to do everything in that boat for themselves,” Carraway said during a Sept. 26 phone interview. “People don’t realize how hard it is to control a boat and how long the days are. I think a lot of people have a misconception that it’s a prima donna kind of sport that involves champagne glasses and white tablecloths, but really it involves mud and stinky sailing boots.” The sprint-distance races during the youth world championships won’t be quite as grueling. Carolina Yacht Club member Nick Omirly, whose sons Dean and Henry are competing, said each race will last around 30 minutes. Participants will line their boats

up, side by side, in the Neuse River. A committee boat raises a flag to give sailors a five-minute warning and then a series of whistles counts down to the start. Dean Omirly said tempers run high during this critical time in the race. “People get really mad,” he said. “There’s different tactics about what you can do at the start, but basically you just point into the wind so your boat doesn’t move. If you have a really good start, you’re going to do good in the race unless you’re horrible at everything else.” Nick Omirly said depending on conditions, multiple races will be run throughout the day, so sailors are required to pack a lunch and eat out on the water. Sunfish boats will be provided to sailors upon arrival, he added, to eliminate any competitive advantage gained by superior equipment. The Carolina Yacht Club sailors might not win any trophies, Omirly added, but racing in the Sunfish class will help the younger kids

learn and grow as sailors. “It’s a class that’s fun and simple,” he said. “Older sailors help younger sailors, there’s a lot more camaraderie, they share ideas, techniques.” Dean Omirly has experienced that camaraderie within his own family. He recently took up sailing and joined a race team with his 16-year-old brother over the summer. At 12 years old, he will be one of the youngest competitors in the world championships, so it will be beneficial to have his more experienced brother close by. “He helps me a lot,” Omirly said. Omirly remains realistic about his chances in the race, acknowledging that it will be more of a learning experience, as well as a fun trip with his brother and father. “I don’t think I’m going to do amazing,” he said. “If I get midfleet out of everybody, I’d be really happy with that.” email emmy@luminanews.com

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Outdoor

spaces By Amber Adams, Contributing Writer

Local landscape designers carve the land to craft both functional and social outdoor spaces. Part of landscape design is like art: framing what already exists in nature.

Water In September 2012, Susan and Milt Williams weren’t crazy about their Wilmington backyard. Originally, there was a narrow fence and retaining wall that lined the pool. The Williamses needed to expand. “We wanted a comfortable concept,” Milt Williams said. A landscape plan was hashed, creating depth, textural form and vertical function. The feeling and ability to go vertical can be achieved in small spaces, said Lloyd Brinkley. Brinkley, naturalist landscaper of Lloyd’s of Landscape, still draws all of his landscape designs by hand. He considers himself a form and function designer, working with flexibility and designing as he goes. Volume was added by pruning and sculpting existing trees. Avenues were created by planting palm trees, framing the waterway view available in the backyard. “The trees are the lungs of the planet,” Brinkley said. This line calligraphy and progressive realization draws the eye to what is around the corner. In addition to sculpting, the backyard was extended to further articulate the space. “We grossly underestimated the amount of dirt it would take,” Williams said. Some 54 truckloads of dirt later, their dogs could play without destroying the flowerbeds. The Williamses’ aquatic backyard took a little more than one month to complete. Brinkley looks for areas he calls hot spots for display. “[Brinkley] and his team worked unbelievably well. There was a lot of laughing,” Susan Williams said. Now, there are enough ornamental plants, like palm trees and rose bushes, alongside an edible landscape. Pineapples line the fence with peppers, bananas, strawberries, cilantro, herbs and blueberries in the garden. “I have six quarts of blueberries in the freezer from two bushes,” Williams said. “And the dogs like the strawberries,” she added. Alongside the landscape bouquets, edible garden and palm tree additions, the pool and fountain installation are accented by medallions and evening lighting. The stucco-surrounded fountains act as a restful barricade to prevent the dogs from jumping off of the deck. The Williamses also enjoy hosting backyard

parties. Some start at 4 p.m. and end at 2 a.m. with a band, food and drink. “This project added tremendous value to our home. It’s now a living oasis,” Susan Williams said.

Earth Texas natives Andy and Amy Huerta moved to Wilmington in June 2012 and purchased property in the active Tidal Walk community, on Myrtle Grove Sound. Because outdoor living is huge in Texas, the Huertas always knew they wanted to use the expansiveness of their backyard to have room to entertain friends and family. This summer, they hosted a birthday celebration for 22 family members on the outdoor patio and around the fire pit. The setting inspires impromptu get togethers. The patio design was a collaboration between the Huertas and landscape designer Daniel Thorpe of Thorpe Landscapes. Thorpe, a humanist landscaper, works with what nature gives and makes a space that is utilized for and by people. “To design in nature, you have to enjoy where nature already is and recognize what it already has to offer,” he said. Thorpe was outside in the garden on his dad’s farm in Pennsylvania from the time he was 8 years old. Whether it was cutting grass, chopping wood or taking care of the property, this self-taught landscaper went on to earn his degrees in geology and leadership. Thorpe’s final design included framework and round curves, creating an inviting, flowing, coordinated sensibility. The patio design was based on three rooms arranged for functionality, livability and safety. The flow was modeled after the layout of a conventional interior foyer, indoor kitchen and dining room for multiple uses and maximum livability. This seven-day project was completed with multicolored pavers and wooden-backed benches, with a centralized focus on the fire pit. When the fire pit is not in use, the patio and bench seating are outlined and underlit with LED lights to illuminate the space without light from a burning fire. To Amy Huerta, the outside of someone’s home is a reflection of the person. Staff photos by Allison Potter “We absolutely love living here,” she said. Above: Ornamental grasses and two fountains frame the entry to a wooden walkway over the marsh at the Williams residence. Top: Jets of water arc into the Williamses’ pool.

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Breakfast roundtable with builders Wilmington-Cape Fear Homebuilders Association Oct. 8, 8:15-10:30 a.m. Lumina Hall, 212 Causeway Drive Hear building and construction forecasts from five local industry experts over breakfast. Panelists include Robin Hackney of Horizon Homes, Shawn Horton of Trusst Builder Group, Randy Johnson of Builders First Source, John Lancaster of Venture Homes of Coastal Carolina, and Howard Penton of Penton Construction. Tickets cost $25 per person. Breakfast is included. Register online at www.wcfhba.com

Appraisal questions answered Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors Oct. 9, 2-6 p.m. WRAR Classrom, 1826 Sir Tyler Drive Questions about appraisals that affect daily operations for real estate brokers will be answered in this course taught by Mel Black, including questions about appraiser selection and methodology. The course offers four hours of CE credit. Enrollment cost is $41. Contact Lois Petelinkar to register or pay by calling 910-202-1584 or emailing lois@wrar.com

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With a degree in marine biology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, local free diver, spearfisherman, waterman, photographer and writer Ryan McInnis never planned to start a clothing business. That is, until he noticed a market yet to be tapped in the clothing industry for free divers, spearfishermen and others who play underwater. “The surf industry is pretty unique; surfers are laid-back people but generally have money to spend and once they have all their equipment, they spend their money on apparel and accessories that say, ‘I’m a surfer,’” McInnis said. “I drove dive charters forever and all the divers were wearing surf T-shirts, there was no brand that said, ‘I play under the water.’”

Capitalizing on the following he accumulated through In-Sea TV — a series of videos McInnis produced about free diving, spearfishing and underwater exploration — he began marketing In-Sea T-shirts and found there was a market. Where most surf shops devote a majority of their inventory to clothing and accessories, most dive shops focus on gear, and McInnis saw a chance to introduce a line of clothing that dive shops would want to carry and would help dive shops increase profits. “Surf shops don’t make any money on surfboards or wetsuits. You walk into a surf shop and all you see are T-shirts, hats and stickers,” he said. “You walk into a dive shop … and all you see is dive gear, metal, black and gray.” Once divers purchase the necessary equipment and gear, often

the only reason to revisit the local dive shop is for air tank refills. McInnis said the shops that have begun to carry the In-Sea line have seen a marked improvement in sales. Now, three and one-half years worth of calculated growth later, the In-Sea brand is featured in retail locations throughout the coastal United States, Dubai, Australia, South Africa and Bali, with more international locations on the way. Oddly enough, McInnis said the dive shop in downtown Dubai is his biggest client. The In-Sea line features men’s and women’s T-shirts, tank tops, performance polos, hats, visors, stickers and water sportspecific garments like the blue camouflage sun sleeve. Most of the pieces bear the brand’s signature trident, which McInnis said serves as a symbol for the

lifestyle, both in and out of the water. “People that dive have jobs, they have to go to work. … Why would you put on a shirt with a guy riding a horse or an alligator when you could wear the symbol that represents your lifestyle?” he said. With big things planned for the brand in 2015, McInnis said the company has grown slowly but steadily on purpose. “For the most part, I have been pulling back the reigns because it would be really easy for me to spend a bunch of money to do all the things I want to do, and let it sparkle and fade,” McInnis said. “I really believe in slow growth because when you are underwater, doing things quickly is unsafe, and if you go fast you don’t get to enjoy the scenery.” email cole@luminanews.com

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With people living longer and healthcare costs on the rise, it is also important to consider long-term care insurance when planning for your financial future. If Medicare is not a viable option to pay for care, the average out-of-pocket cost for a nursing home today is about $86,000 a year and the cost is about $39,000 for assisted living. This cost can quickly diminish your family’s assets if you haven’t planned for it. Consider buying a long-term care policy while in your 50s rather than waiting until your 60s or 70s. A policy that costs you $1,000 annually at age 55 when you’re in good health could cost you $3,000 or more per year at age 65 for the same benefits because you are less likely to qualify for the good-health discount, the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance states.

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Knowing God’s will about healing Week 12 of a multi-part series

Once we discovered the truth about the “express image” we discussed last week from Hebrews 1:3, the will of the Father is exposed with every word and action that Jesus takes while on this earth. God’s Word reveals that Jesus Christ is the identical copy and perfect representation of His Father. He accredited every miracle, sign and wonder as His Fathers “good works.” Jesus answered them, “Many good works I have shown you from My Father. For which of those works do you stone Me?” If I do not do the works of My Father, do not believe Me. but if I do, though you do not believe Me, believe the works, that you may know and believe that the Father is in Me, and I in Him (John 10: 32,37,38 NKJV). Therefore, every interaction with Jesus and those around Him became a window into the perfect love of the Father. Jesus not only used miracles, signs and wonders to draw people into the Kingdom but to expose the true nature of God. Raise the dead! (John 11: 43) O yea that is my Father’s love. Open blind eyes! (John 11: 37) O yea that is also my Father’s heart. Casting out demons! (Luke 11: 20) O yea the Father loves to set people free. Making provision where there is no provision! (John 6:9) He does that, too. Jesus healed every sick person who would receive from Him and reached out for help! Keeping in mind He only did what the Father told him to do. How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy

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Spirit and with power, who went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him (Acts 10: 38 NKJV). But when Jesus knew it, He withdrew from there. And great multitudes followed Him, and He healed them all (Matthew 12:15 NKJV). And the whole multitude sought to touch Him, for power went out from Him and healed them all (Luke 6:19 NKJV). Under the complete leading of His Father, Jesus healed all of the sick in every place He ministered. The only exception was in His own hometown, where their inability to believe that He was who He said He was, hindered them from receiving (Mark 6: 3-5). How can one see all of this scriptural evidence and not believe that healing is God’s perfect will and “healing all” is His desire? Healing is a part of the atonement for as many of us who will believe on and receive Jesus as our Lord and Savior. He bore the stripes on His body that we deserved to endure, in order to make healing available to us, as assuredly as He died in our place, for the forgiveness of our sins. Receiving the truth that healing is God’s will for every believer opens the door for faith to come which can cause seemingly hopeless situations to turn around for the glory of God. Not knowing His will causes us to be double minded and uncertain, unable to receive what is already rightfully ours. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord (James 1: 6,7 NKJV).

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Living H2O Seek

You seek My face and the kingdom of heaven today The gifts I provide for all who desire to pray Are endless and comforting for those around The solutions to problems and illness is profound So seek My face in all that you pray and do It is the only way My gifts can flow through To the needy of My flock that you have contact with you see In everyday happenings your chance to heal will be Available to you if first you seek My face Anywhere you are and in every place My gifts are at your disposal if only you pray For the help of others you must ask Me to stay Available in all that you do on behalf of Me The supernatural events that will happen for all to see Teach all those that you meet to seek My face With My help no one will ever end a day in disgrace

C a r l W a t e rs (2 Chr 7:14 NIV) if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. (Psa 27:8 NIV) My heart says of you, “Seek his face!” Your face, LORD, I will seek. (Psa 119:10 NIV) I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. (Isa 1:17 NIV) learn to do right! Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. (Mat 6:33 NIV) But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. (Mat 7:7 NIV) Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. (Heb 11:6 NIV) And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.

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October 2nd BASE YOUR RELATIONSHIPS ON GOD Matthew 24:12 “And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.” MATTHEW 24:12 The only reason that an abundance of iniquity would make anyone’s love for the Lord wax cold, is if he were not separated from that iniquity. As with Lot, a righteous man can vex his soul from day to day by hearing and seeing the unlawful deeds of the ungodly (2 Pet. 2:8). We have to deal with the world’s system and those in it, but we need to be careful and maintain proper balance. We should shun relationships with those who influence us negatively more than we influence them positively. Marriage is one area where this principle is especially true. There is no closer union in life than the marriage relationship. A believer who marries an unbeliever is directly violating this scripture and is

toying with disaster. The Lord should be the most important person in our life. How could we possibly become “one” with a person who doesn’t love our Lord? It is folly to think that after marriage an unbelieving spouse will accept the Lord. Although that does happen, it cannot be guaranteed. In fact, statistics are overwhelmingly against this happening. Regardless of that possibility, a believer who marries an unbeliever is directly violating God’s instructions here. It is not a good start to any marriage to spurn God’s Word. Being unequally yoked with unbelievers just doesn’t work. Believers and unbelievers are as different as righteousness and unrighteousness, light and dark, Christ and the devil. One has faith and the other has none. One is the temple of God and the other an idol. Any Christian who doesn’t see this conflict is deceived.

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Classified and display deadline: Friday noon • Call 910-256-6569 ext 100 • classifieds@luminanews.com L E G A L N O T I C ES NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY File No. 14-SP-393 New Hanover County, North Carolina Under and by virtue of the Declaration recorded in Book 1236, Page 125, and the provisions of Chapter 47C of the North Carolina General Statutes, and because of the Respondents’ failure to pay assessments duly assessed by Sands at Carolina Beach Condominiums, III Owners, Inc. (“Association”) as shown by the Claim of Lien for Assessments filed on September 26, 2013, File No. 13-M-1224, in the Office of the New Hanover County Clerk of Superior Court, and pursuant to an Order Allowing Foreclosure of Claim of Lien for Assessments entered by the New Hanover County Clerk of Court on July 31, 2014, the undersigned Trustee will expose for public sale at auction, to the highest bidder for cash, at 11:00 a.m. on the 7th day of October 2014, at the Courthouse door, New Hanover County Judicial Building, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, the following property (including any improvements thereon) located in New Hanover County, North Carolina: BEING ALL of Unit 1-D, Building 2, of Sands at Carolina Beach Condominium, III, a condominium project, as the same is shown and described on a map thereof recorded in Condominium Plat Book 4, at Pages 63 through 65, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Also commonly known as 601 S. Carolina Ave. # 1D, Sands at Carolina Beach Condominium, III, Carolina Beach, NC 28428. The record owners of the abovedescribed real property as reflected by the records of the New Hanover County Register of Deeds ten (10) days prior to posting the Notice are William Burks and wife, Maria Burks. The above-described property will be sold “AS IS, WHERE IS,” and is subject to any and all superior mortgages, deeds of trust, liens, judgments, unpaid taxes, easements, conditions, restrictions, and other matters of record, including, but not limited to, Deed of Trust recorded in Book 4889, Page 2178, and Book 4889, Page 2202, of the New Hanover County Register of Deeds. The successful bidder will be required to deposit with the Trustee immediately upon the conclusion of the sale a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Trustee tenders a deed for the property. If for any reason the Trustee does not tender a deed for the property, the successful bidder’s sole remedy shall be a return of the deposit. To the extent this sale involves residential property with less than fifteen (15) units, you are hereby notified of the following: (a) An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to § 45-21.29 of the North Carolina General Statutes in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold; and (b) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the Notice of Sale, terminate the rental agreement upon ten (10) days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT. THE UNDERSIGNED IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Charles D. Meier, Trustee N. C. State Bar No. 13039

MARSHALL, WILLIAMS & GORHAM, L.L.P. 14 South Fifth Street Post Office Drawer 2088 Wilmington, NC 28402-2088 Telephone: (910) 763-9891 Facsimile: (910) 343-8604 E-Mail: cdm@mwglaw.com September 25 and October 2, 2014 14 SP 87 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, NEW HANOVER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Daniel V. Villarreal and Beatrice V. Villarreal to Shapiro & Kreisman, Trustee(s), which was dated September 5, 2007 and recorded on September 5, 2007 in Book 5228 at Page 1108, New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 7, 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in New Hanover County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 45 of Windsor Place at West Bay Estates as shown on that map recorded in Map Book 49 at Pages 383, 384, and 385, in the New Hanover County Registry, reference to said map is hereby made for a more particular description. Subject to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Windsor Place at West Bay Estates, recorded in Book 5068, Page 2769 and recorded in Book 5175, Page 752, in the New Hanover Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 7222 Chipley Drive, Wilmington, NC 28411. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTY-FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a) (1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Daniel V. Villarreal and wife, Beatrice V. Villarreal. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The

notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-00466-FC01 September 25 and October 2, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 13 SP 1068 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Travis W. Hannon and Ellen M. Hannon (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Travis Hannon) to Shapiro & Kreisman, Trustee(s), dated the 20th day of December, 2006, and recorded in Book 5122, Page 1971, and Modification in Book 5658, Page 791, in New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 7, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: That real estate located in the County of New Hanover, State of North Carolina, more particularly described as follows: All of Lot 46 in Brookfield Subdivision, Section 2, as the same is shown on map recorded in Map Book 9 at Page 24 in the New Hanover County Registry, and being the same lands described in the deed recorded in Book 4962 at Page 1906 in said Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 107 Dellwood Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions

existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm. com Case No: 1123010 (FC.CH) September 25 and October 2, 2014 14 SP 550 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, NEW HANOVER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Christin N. Lea to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated July 27, 2009 and recorded on July 31, 2009 in Book 5428 at Page 2890, New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed

of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 7, 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in New Hanover County, North Carolina, to wit:

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-09487-FC01 September 25 and October 2, 2014

Being all of Lot 104, Section 3, Holy Field at West Bay Estates, as the same is shown on the amp entitled, “Section 3 of Holly Field at West Bay Estates:, as recorded in Map Book 45, Page 206 of the New Hanover County Registry, to which map reference is hereby made for a more particular description.

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Subject to the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Holly Field at West Bay Estates as recorded in Book 3361, Page 956-977 of the New Hanover County Registry, and any amendments thereto recorded in the New Hanover County Registry. Together with the rights of the ingress, egress and regress over all roads, streets and rights of way shown on the plat recorded in Map Book 44 at page 194 of the New Hanover County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 7225 Nordic Drive, Wilmington, NC 28411. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTY-FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a) (1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Christin N. Lea. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

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Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Joshua D. Messerschmidt and Shannon Messerschmidt to Trustee Services of Carolina, Trustee(s), dated the 19th day of April, 2007, and recorded in Book 5178, Page 747, in New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 7, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain property situated in the County of New Hanover and State of North Carolina, being described as follows: Lot 105 in Map Book 10 at Page 9. Being more fully described in a deed dated 10/14/2004 and recorded 10/20/2004, among the land records of the County and State set forth above, in Deed Volume 4535 and Page 755. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4910 Lord Byron Road, Wilmington, North Carolina. Tax Map or Parcel ID No.: R04313009-031-000 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the

county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 12497 Charlotte, North Carolina 28220 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm. com Case No: 1130044 (FC.CH) September 25 and October 2, 2014 14 SP 565 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, NEW HANOVER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Adam Crutchfield and Alyssa Crutchfield to Joan H. Anderson, Trustee(s), which was dated July 7, 2008 and recorded on July 9, 2008 in Book 5330 at Page 38, New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 7, 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in New Hanover County, North Carolina, to wit: Beginning at a point in the Southern line of South Road (now known as Laurel Drive) where the same is intersected by the dividing line between Lots 29 and 28 of Wrightsboro Acres, as the same is shown on the map thereof recorded in Map Book 4 at Page 43 in the New Hanover County, N.C. Registry; the same being on the Northeastern corner of Lot 29; running thence Westwardly and

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L E G A L N O T I C ES with South Road, 75 feet to a point; thence South 4 degrees 45 minutes East 228.5 feet to a point in the Southern line of Lot 29; thence North 85 degrees 15 minutes East 75 feet to the Eastern line of Lot 29; thence North 4 degrees 45 minutes West 228.5 feet with the Eastern line of Lot 29 to a point in the Southern line of South Road, the point of beginning; same being the Eastern one-half of Lot 29, Wrightsboro Acres, as the same is shown on the map thereof recorded in Map Book 4 at Page 43 of the New Hanover Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 116 Laurel Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTY-FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a) (1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Adam and Alyssa Crutchfield. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-14888-FC01 September 25 and October 2, 2014 14-SP-373 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Mary E. Gay, dated August 9, 2006 and recorded on August 17, 2006 in Book No. 5066 at Page 2387 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebted ness secured by said Deed of Trust, the under signed Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at New Hanover County Courthouse, Wilmington, North Carolina on October 8, 2014 at 11:00AM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in

the City of Wilmington, County of New Hanover, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 4905 Grouse Woods Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411. Tax Parcel ID: R03514003-023-000 Present Record Owners: Mary E. Gay. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)7444444, 113470-01311 P1110917 9/25, 10/02/2014

14-SP-643 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by David Prenatt and Maria Prenatt, dated April 18, 2007 and recorded on April 19, 2007 in Book No. 5171 at Page 405 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at New Hanover County Courthouse, Wilmington, North Carolina on October 8, 2014 at 11:00AM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Wilmington, County of New Hanover, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 561 Garden Terrace Dr Unit 201, Wilmington, NC 28405. Tax Parcel ID: RO5000-003-122-113 Present Record Owners: The Village at Mayfaire Condominium Owners Association, Inc., c/o Dave Sweyer, Jr., Registered Agent. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten

(10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)7444444, 113081-06022 P1111296 9/25, 10/02/2014 14-SP-634 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by John Derek Mcswain and Jessica H. Mcswain, dated July 12, 2006 and recorded on August 1, 2006 in Book No. 5059 at Page 1384 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at New Hanover County Courthouse, Wilmington, North Carolina on October 8, 2014 at 11:00AM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Wilmington, County of New Hanover, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 5243 Crosswinds Dr, Wilmington, NC 28409. Tax Parcel ID: R07120-009012-000 Present Record Owners: John Derek Mcswain and Jessica H. Mcswain. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to

the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)7444444, 113470-01650 P1112151 9/25, 10/02/2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 400 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by P. Kenneth Hallock and Amy R. Hallock to Cobalt Settlement Services, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 21st day of July, 2008, and recorded in Book 5336, Page 1425, in New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all that parcel of land in New Hanover County, State of North Carolina, as more fully described in Deed Book 4985, Page 560, ID#R07512-007006.000, being known and designated as Lot 307, Section 10, Arrowhead, filed in Plat Book 18, Page 122. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 815 Lorraine Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are

not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm. com Case No: 1136190 (FC.FAY) October 2 and 9, 2014 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 13 SP 1209 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Valerie Coleman-Rose to Fuss and Fairley, Trustee(s), dated the 26th day of July, 2004, and recorded in Book 4423, Page 741, in New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 284, Section 13 Quail Woods as shown on a revised map recorded in Map Book 36 at Page 114 and Map Book 36 at Page 335 of the New Hanover County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1600 Basset Court, Wilmington, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check

(no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm. com Case No: 1125377 (FC.FAY) October 2 and 9, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in a judgment bearing the caption “Christiana Trust, a Division of Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its individual capacity, but solely as indenture trustee on behalf of RBSHD 2013-1 Trust Plaintiff, vs. Steven R. Woo; Spouse of Steven R. Woo; Megan E. Jeffords; Spouse of Megan E. Jeffords; America 1st Mortgage, Lien Holder; Citifinancial, Lien Holder; Substitute Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee and the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles, Defendants” 13 CVS 4604, New Hanover County and pursuant to the terms of the judgment, the undersigned Commissioner will offer for sale that certain property as described below. Said sale will be held in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the courthouse door and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at an iron pipe that is North 34 degrees 42 minutes East 1830.95 feet from a point in the centerline of Gordon Road (S.R. 1327), said point in the centerline of Gordon Road being South 55 degrees 18 minutes East along the said centerline of Gordon Road 651.9 feet from its intersection with the centerline Big Gum Branch; running thence from said beginning point North 34 degrees 42 minutes East 126.05 feet to a point; thence South 55 degrees 18 minutes East 119.0 feet to a point; thence South 34 degrees 42 minutes West 126.05 feet to a point; thence North 55 degrees 18 minutes West 119.0 feet to the point of beginning, and being all of Lot Number 20 as shown on that map of survey for A.H. Harrell prepared by Jack G. Stocks, Registered Surveyor, in July, 1971, and entitled “Pt. Farm

#2 Miss Annabella Gore Thomas Howe 300 acre Plat.” Together with a sixty (60) foot right of way and easement for the purpose only of ingress and egress to and from the above described property, said right of way being described as follows: Beginning at a point in the Northern line of Gordon Road (60 foot right of way) (S.R. 1327) that is North 34 degrees 42 minutes East 30.0 feet from a point in the centerline of said Gordon Road that is South 55 degrees 18 minutes East 651.19 feet along the said centerline from its intersection with the centerline of Big Gum Branch; running thence North 34 degrees 42 minutes East 1927.00 feet to a point; thence North 55 degrees 18 minutes West 60.0 feet to a point; thence South 34 degrees 42 minutes West 1927.00 feet to a point in the Northern line of Gordon Road; thence South 55 degrees 18 minutes East 60.0 feet to the point of beginning. By their acceptance of this deed, acknowledge their joint and several responsibility for upkeep and maintenance of the roadway lying upon the described right of way and easement, and further acknowledge that under all deeds to those properties, and adjoining said easement shall be jointly and severally responsible for upkeep and maintenance of said roadway, and that all shall hold harmless for any cost of said upkeep, maintenance and improvement of said roadway. Property Address: 2020 Daniel Boone Trail, Wilmington, NC 28411 The property is being sold “as is”, without warranties, subject to all taxes, special assessments and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Any assessments, costs or fees resulting from the sale will be due and payable from the purchaser at the sale. A cash deposit or certified check (no personal check) in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the high bid will be required at the time of the sale. The sale will be held open for ten days for upset bids as required by law. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, EXCEPT AS STATED BELOW IN THE INSTANCE OF BANKRUPTCY PROTECTION. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. This the 11th day of September, 2014. Susan R. Benoit, Commissioner Post Office Box 2505 Fayetteville, NC 28302 (910) 864-6888 October 2 and 9, 2014 14 SP 587 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, NEW HANOVER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Mark Geer, Jr. and Lauren Elizabeth Geer a/k/a Lauren Geer to Karen Mawyer, Trustee(s), which was dated January 29, 2013 and recorded on January 30, 2013 in Book 5708 at Page 341, New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 14, 2014 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in New Hanover County, North Carolina, to wit: The land referred to in this commitment is situated in New Hanover County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 11, Brassfield Subdivision, recorded in Book of Maps 27, Page 190, New Hanover County Registry.

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L E G A L N O T I C ES Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 622 Sharease Circle, Wilmington, NC 28405. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTY-FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a) (1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Mark Dwayne Geer Jr. ande Lauren Elizabeth Geer. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-10062-FC01 October 2 and 9, 2014 14 SP 602 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, NEW HANOVER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Brandon J. Denton to Michelle Watkins, Trustee(s), which was dated December 19, 2006 and recorded on December 20, 2006 in Book 5120 at Page 1732 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on April 2, 2014 in Book 5806, Page 83, New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 14, 2014 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in New Hanover County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at a point in the Western line of 15th Street, said beginning point being 132 feet South of the intersection of the Southern Line of Orange Street with the Western line of 15th Street; running thence Westwardly and parallel with Orange Street 150 feet to a thirty foot alley; thence Southwardly along

the Eastern line of said alley and parallel with the 15th Street 33 feet; thence Eastwardly and parallel with Orange Street 150 feet to the Western line of 15th Street; thence Northwardly along the western line of 15th Street 33 feet to the point of Beginning, and being part of Lot # 3, Block 495, according to the official plan of the City of Wilmington, N.C. this being the same property as that conveyed by G.W. Saunders and wife, to J.R. Willis and wife by deed dated April 11, 1950, and recorded in Book 464, Page 397, New Hanover County Registry; and being the same property conveyed by H.A. Jones and wife, Jane D. Jones to George W. Saunders and wife, Nellie R. Saunders, by deed dated March 2, 1994, and recorded in Book 372 at Page 213, New Hanover County Registry; and being the same property as conveyed by Southeastern Realty Company to H.A. Jones, by deed dated 10 August, 1922, and recorded in Book 132 at Page 68, New Hanover County Registry. BEGINNING at an existing iron pope the eastern edge of an old 30 foot private alley, said pipe also marking the southwestern corner of a tract of land conveyed in deed book 430 page 372 of the New Hanover County Registry and the northwestern corner of a tract of land (now or formerly) conveyed to Dominic and Tammy Golini in deed book 2921 page 790 of said registry, said iron pipe also being located South 05 degrees 27 minutes 00 seconds East 165.00 feet and South 84 degrees 33 minutes 00 seconds West 150.00 feet from the right of way intersection of the western line of 15th Street (66 foot public right of way) and the southern line of Orange Street (66 foot public right of way); running thence from the point of beginning parallel with Orange Street South 84 degrees 33 minutes 00 seconds West 150.00 to a set iron pipe; running thence parallel with the 15th Street North 05 degrees 27 minutes 00 seconds West 33.00 feet to an existing rebar; running thence parallel with Orange Street North 84 degrees 33 minutes 00 seconds East 15.00 feet to an existing rebar in the western line of the above mentioned tract recorded in deed book 430 page 372 and the eastern line of the above mentioned alley; running thence with said line and parallel with 15th Street South 05 degrees 27 minutes 00 seconds East 33.00 feet to the point of beginning. Containing 495 square feet more or less. Being a portion of the alley as mentioned in deed book 474 page 259 of said registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 208 South 15th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTY-FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a) (1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Brandon James Denton. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are

not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 12-24173-FC02 October 2 and 9, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 597 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Thurston Ervin Rowe and Sherry Lynne Valentine (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Thurston Ervin Rowe) (Thurston Ervin Rowe, deceased) (Heirs of Thurston Ervin Rowe: Edna Faye Rowe and Unknown Heirs of Thurston Ervin Rowe) to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 2nd day of May, 2003, and recorded in Book 3781, Page 352, in New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 23, Block “M” of the subdivision of Devon Park Extension as the same is shown on a map of said subdivision, recorded in Map Book 6, at Page 44 of the New Hanover County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 717 Devon Court, Wilmington, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agree-

ment, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm. com Case No: 1139252 (FC.FAY) October 2 and 9, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 568 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Melissa Lynne Allen, an unmarried woman to Pamela S. Cox, Trustee(s), dated the 12th day of November, 2009, and recorded in Book 5450, Page 793, in New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 288, Section 6, Courtney Pines Subdivision, as shown on map recorded in Map Book 48 Page 180-182 New Hanover County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements thereon said property located at 615 Torchwood Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28411. Parcel ID R03512-012-000. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out

of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm. com Case No: 1138796 (FC.CH) October 2 and 9, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 685 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Harkeem Brantley and Sharmonique D. Brantley a/k/a Sharmonique Brantley, a married couple to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), dated the 26th day of July, 2007, and recorded in Book 5212, Page 2332, in New Hanover County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of New Hanover, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 7, Block 9, Section 4, Spring View Subdivision, as the same is shown on the plat thereof, recorded in Map Book 10 at Page 31 of the New Hanover County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description.

Together with improvements thereon said property located at 4506 Dean Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405 Parcel ID Number: R04219-011003-000 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm. com Case No: 1138439 (FC.CH) October 2 and 9, 2014 14 SP 619 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE, North Carolina, New Hanover County Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Walter Jerold Biggs, Jr. and wife, Ginger S. Biggs dated September 21, 2005 to BB&T Collateral

Service Corporation, Trustee for Branch Banking and Trust Company, recorded in Book 4908, Page 769, NEW HANOVER County Registry; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of NEW HANOVER County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of NEW HANOVER and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 36, as the same is shown on the map of Phase I Ocean Forest Lakes, which is recorded in the New Hanover County, North Carolina Registry in Map Book 24, at Page 44, reference to which said map is hereby made for a more complete description of said Lot. This Lot has heretofore been subjected to the provisions of the Declaration of Articles of Covenants Conditions and Restrictions which are recorded in Book 1277, at Page 1049 in said Registry, and this Lot is conveyed together with all rights, powers, privileges, easements and appurtenances accruing to fee simple owners of Lots in Ocean Forest Lakes thereunder. Property Address: 323 Okeechobee Road, Wilmington, NC 28412 Date of Sale: October 16, 2014 at 10:30 AM Location of Sale: NEW HANOVER County Courthouse Record Owner(s): Walter Jerold Biggs, Jr. and Ginger S. Biggs TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right-of-ways, restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; and (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Revenue Service and to which the right of redemption applies. (2) The property is being sold “as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned Substitute Trustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property. (3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale. (4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period. (5) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. (6) An order for possession of the property being sold may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §4521.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession, by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P. Cara B. Williams, Attorney for Jeff D. Rogers, Substitute Trustee P. O. Box 26268 Raleigh, NC 27611-6268 (919) 250-2000 File No. ALS 97356679, 1111972 10/2, 10/09/2014

13-SP-684 AMENDED NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Russell Ebelherr, dated November 30, 2006 and recorded on November 30, 2006 in Book No. 5112 at Page 452 and modified on August 5, 2011 in Book No. 5578 at Page 2331 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale,

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L E G A L N O T I C ES at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at New Hanover County Courthouse, Wilmington, North Carolina on October 15, 2014 at 11:00 AM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Wilmington, County of New Hanover, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 1130 Pembroke Jones Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405. Tax Parcel ID: R05119009-005-000 Present Record Owners: Russell Ebelherr. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)7444444, 112474-00191 P1112132 10/2, 10/09/2014

14 SP 593 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE, North Carolina, New Hanover County Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Adam A. Bryn and wife, Temple B. Bryn dated May 1, 2007 to BB&T Collateral Service Corporation, Trustee for Branch Banking and Trust Company, recorded in Book 5176, Page 2321, New Hanover County Registry; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of New Hanover County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of New Hanover and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 25, SeaBreeze Sound, as the same is shown on a Map thereof recorded in Map Book 50 at Page 354 of the New Hanover County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Property Address: 1025 Saltspray Lane, Wilmington, NC 28409 Date of Sale: October 16, 2014 at 10:30AM Location of Sale: New Hanover County Courthouse Record Owner(s): Adam A. Bryn and Temple B. Bryn TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right-of-ways, restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; and (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Rev-

enue Service and to which the right of redemption applies. (2) The property is being sold “as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned Substitute Trustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property. (3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale. (4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period. (5) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. (6) An order for possession of the property being sold may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §4521.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession, by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P. Cara B. Williams, Attorney for Jeff D. Rogers, Substitute Trustee P. O. Box 26268 Raleigh, NC 27611-6268 (919) 250-2000 File No. DMN 97356702, 1113195 10/2, 10/09/2014 14 SP 357 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE, North Carolina, New Hanover County Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Kenneth P. Orchuk aka Kenneth P. Orchuck and wife, Brenda G. Orchuk aka Brenda G. Orchuck and Kenneth P. Orchuk aka Kenneth P. Orchuck, Jr. dated December 15, 2005 to BB&T Collateral Servicecorporation, Trustee for Branch Banking and Trust Company, recorded in Book 4952, Page 2263, New Hanover County Registry; default having been made in payment of the indebtedness thereby secured; and the necessary findings to permit foreclosure having been made by the Clerk of Superior Court of New Hanover County, North Carolina; the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, the property conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in the County of New Hanover and State of North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being the condominium unit designated as Marina Unit 5 and all rights and interest appurtenant thereto, as described in the Declaration of Cape Fear Marina, A Condominium, recorded in Book 2259, at Page 001 (the “Declaration”), and the Sixth Amendment to the Declaration of Cape Fear Marina, A Condominium, recorded in Book 4923, at Page 2740 (the “Sixth Amendment”), and as designated on the plans and plats entitled “Cape Fear Marina a Condominium (Marina Units 5-6, 8-13, 15-20, 22-27 and 29-34)” attached to the Sixth Amendment as Exhibit B and recorded in Condominium Map Book 15, at Pages 80 through 81, all in the office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina, reference being hereby made to said Declaration, Sixth Amendment and the plans and plats referred to above for a more particular description of Marina Unit 11. This conveyance is made subject to rights of the public in the public trust waters and the rights of the State of North Carolina and the United States of America as would relate to the same. The above described units are further conveyed subject to utility easements and unviolated restrictive covenants that do not materially affect the value of the property and ad valorem taxes for the current year, which taxes the party of the second part, by acceptance of this deed, assumes and agrees to pay. Property Address: Condo Marina Unit 5 Cape Fear Marina, Wilmington, NC 28401 Date of Sale: October 16, 2014 at 10:30AM Location of Sale: New Hanover County Courthouse Record Owner(s): Kenneth P. Orchuk aka Kenneth P. Orchuck, Sr., Brenda G. Orchuk aka Brenda G. Orchuck and Kenneth P. Orchuk aka Kenneth P. Orchuck, Jr. TERMS OF THE SALE: (1) This sale will be made subject to: (a) all prior liens, encumbrances, easements, right-of-ways,

restrictive covenants or other restrictions of record affecting the property; (b) property taxes and assessments for the year in which the sale occurs, as well as any prior years; (c) federal tax liens with respect to which proper notice was not given to the Internal Revenue Service; and (d) federal tax liens to which proper notice was given to the Internal Revenue Service and to which the right of redemption applies. (2) The property is being sold “as is”. Neither the beneficiary of the deed of trust, nor the undersigned Substitute Trustee, makes any warranties or representations concerning the property, including but not limited to, the physical or environmental condition of the property. Further, the undersigned Substitute Trustee makes no title warranties with respect to the title to the property. (3) The highest bidder will be responsible for the payment of revenue stamps payable to the Register of Deeds and any final court and/or auditing fees payable to the Clerk of Superior Court which are assessed on the high bid resulting from this foreclosure sale. (4) At the time of the sale, the highest bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or $750.00, whichever is greater, with the remaining balance of the bid amount to be paid on the day following the expiration of the applicable ten (10) day upset bid period. (5) Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. (6) An order for possession of the property being sold may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §4521.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession, by the Clerk of Superior Court of the county in which the property is sold. SMITH DEBNAM NARRON DRAKE SAINTSING & MYERS, L.L.P. Cara B. Williams, Attorney for Jeff D. Rogers, Substitute Trustee P. O. Box 26268 Raleigh, NC 27611-6268 (919) 250-2000 File No. DMN 97356537, 1113197 10/2, 10/09/2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT

SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE # 14 E 1123 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as EXECUTOR of the Estate of MARY JANE EASON, deceased, of New Hanover County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby give notice to all persons, firms or corporations having claims against the said Estate to present them by giving evidence of same to the undersigned on or before the 19th day of December, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the deceased or said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This, the 18th day of September, 2014 KENNETH SCOTT COX, Executor of the Estate of MARY JANE EASON c/oPAUL A. NEWTON, ATTORNEY 107 N. 2nd Street, Suite C Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 910-769-2896 September 18, 25 and October 2, 9, 2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE # 14 E 1122 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as EXECUTOR of the Estate of JANET H. GODWIN, deceased, of New Hanover County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby give notice to all persons, firms or corporations having claims against the said Estate to present them by giving evidence of same to the undersigned on or before the 19th day of December, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the deceased or said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This, the 18th day of September, 2014 EBE W. GODWIN, SR., Executor of the Estate of JANET H. GODWIN c/oPAUL A. NEWTON, ATTORNEY 107 N. 2nd Street, Suite C Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 910-769-2896 September 18, 25 and October 2, 9, 2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

EXECUTRIX’S NOTICE

COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER

The undersigned having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Vera Small Shannon of New Hanover County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at the address shown below on or before the 11th day of December 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE

This is the 11th day of September 2014. Leslie Harrison, Executrix 3721 Reston Court Wilmington, NC 28403 9/11, 18, 25/2014, 10/2/2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT

BEFORE THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT EXECUTRIX’S NOTICE The undersigned having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of David William Crockett of New Hanover County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at the address shown below on or before the 25th day of December 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 25th day of September 2014. Charlotte Crockett, Executrix 17 W. Greensboro Street Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16/2014

FILE NO. 14 E 1083

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

ADMINISTRATRIX NOTICE

Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Lorraine G. Spivey a/k/a Carrie G. Spivey, late of New Hanover County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned c/o Jimmie P. Spivey, 1033 Creekside Lane, Wilmington, North Carolina 28411 on or before the 25th day of December, 2014 or this notice will pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

The undersigned having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of John Henry Van Moss, III of New Hanover County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned at Post Office Box 1364, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, on or before the 14th day of December, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 11th day of September, 2014. Jean Mae Van Velsor, Administratrix of the Estate of John Henry Van Moss, III c/o Robert A. O’Quinn Attorney at Law Post Office Box 1364 Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 September 11, 18, 25 and October 2, 2014

This the 25th day of September, 2014 Jimmie P. Spivey, Executor of the Estate of Lorraine G. Spivey a/k/a Carrie G. Spivey 1033 Creekside Lane Wilmington, NC 28411 September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 2014

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER

Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Ralph James Smith, late of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Caro-

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE

lina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them in care of the undersigned at 409 Benjamin Ave., Wilmington, NC 28403, on or before December 25, 2014 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 25th day of September 2014. Annie D. Smith, Administratrix of the Estate of Ralph James Smith Jerry A. Mannen, Jr., Attorney YOW, FOX & MANNEN, LLP 102 N. 5TH Ave. Wilmington, NC 28401 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16/2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Donald James Fisher, deceased of New Hanover County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said Estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 26th day of December, 2014, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Claims should be presented or paid in behalf of the undersigned at: 6602 West Airlie Road Wilmington, NC 28403 This the 25th day of September, 2014. Tammy Walters Fisher, Executrix of the Estate of Donald James Fisher 6602 West Airlie Road Wilmington, NC 28403 The MacDonald Law Firm, PLLC 1508 Military Cutoff Rd., Ste. 102 Wilmington, NC 28403 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16/2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of John Edward Orrell, late of New Hanover County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned, c/o Jill L. Peters, 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401, on or before the 5th day of January, 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 2nd day of October, 2014. Julie Orrell Spagnardi, Executrix of the Estate of John Edward Orrell Jill L. Peters Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301 Wilmington, NC 28401 October 2, 9, 16, 23, 2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT EXECUTRIX’S NOTICE The undersigned having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Peggy Pope DeBose McKoy of New Hanover County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at the address shown below on or before the 1st day of January 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 2nd day of October 2014. Sabra Stephens DeBose, Executrix 4610 Split Rail Drive Wilmington, NC 28412 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of ROBERT DANIEL LAKE, deceased of New Hanover County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said Estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 3rd day of January, 2015, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Claims should be presented or paid in behalf of the undersigned at:

113 Beckett Court Souderton, PA 18964 This the 2nd day of October, 2014. Robert B. Lake, Administrator of the Estate of Robert Daniel Lake 113 Beckett Court Souderton, PA 18964 The MacDonald Law Firm, PLLC 1508 Military Cutoff Rd., Ste. 102 Wilmington, NC 28403 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/2014 Executrix’ Notice The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Eileen S. Innes, deceased, late of New Hanover County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 15th day of January, 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 2nd day of October, 2014. Elizabeth I. Bentley Executrix 6416 Westport Drive Wilmington, NC 28409 October 2, 9, 16, and 23, 2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the ESTATE REX L. OVERLIN, deceased of New Hanover County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 31st day of December, 2014, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate, please make immediate payment. Claims should be presented or paid in behalf of the undersigned at The MacDonald Law Firm, PLLC, 1508 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 102, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403. This the 25th of September, 2014. Michelle A. Osman, Executrix ESTATE OF REX L. OVERLIN James A. MacDonald The MacDonald Law Firm, PLLC 1508 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 102 Wilmington, NC 28403 October 2, 9, 16, and 23, 2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Mark Edward Stansfield, late of Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them in care of the undersigned at 6503 Parkshore Drive, Wilmington, NC 28409, on or before January 2, 2015 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will

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