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Crowded but cool Fourth weekend By Cole Dittmer and Miriah Hamrick Staff Writers

The hurricane conditions that threatened holiday weekend plans Thursday, July 3, gave way to clear skies and seasonable conditions for locals and visitors flocking to Wrightsville Beach on Friday, July Fourth. Wrightsville Beach Mayor Bill Blair said during a Tuesday, July 8 phone interview that he had never seen the beaches as crowded. Masonboro Island was once again the focus for local law enforcement agencies with a command post set up at U.S. Coast Guard Station Wrightsville Beach throughout the day. Around peak time, 1:30 p.m. Friday, Wrightsville Beach Police Chief Dan House estimated around 200 boats were in the water surrounding Masonboro and around 1,200 people on the island. Each year a growing number of boats have anchored on the banks of Masons Inlet to the north between Wrightsville Beach and Figure Eight Island. This year there were around 300 boats at 1:30 p.m. The command center was relatively quiet until around 4 p.m. when boats began leaving Masonboro Island. A pontoon boat loaded with around 25-30 people was taking on water in Masonboro Inlet around 4:10 p.m. when the Wilmington

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Two sport fishing boats anchored in Banks Channel behind U.S. Coast Guard Station Wrightsville Beach swap passengers on Friday, July Fourth, 2014.

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Citizens to vote on $55 million transportation bond By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

The decision about whether or not the City of Wilmington will issue a $44 million general obligation bond for street and sidewalk improvements will come down to a citizen vote in the November 2014 elections. At its meeting on Tuesday, July 8, Wilmington City Council unanimously voted to place the bond order on the November ballot after a brief public hearing. With an additional $11 million leveraged by the city, the bond package would total

$55 million and require a 2-cent property tax increase for city residents. The bond would include $35 million for roadway projects and $20 for bicycle and pedestrian projects. Bicycle and pedestrian projects to be included in the bond are new sidewalks along Oleander Drive, Wrightsville Avenue and 17th Street; crosswalks at intersections of Wilshire Boulevard with Kerr Avenue and College Road, and Holly Tree and College roads; and trails along Greenville Loop Road, Kerr Avenue, College Road and Masonboro Loop Road.

Roadway projects include Eastwood Road medians and traffic signals, realignment of the intersection at Oleander and Pine Grove drives, three roundabouts and a second entrance to the Love Grove community on Wilmington’s north side. Former city councilman Ronald Sparks was present for the public hearing to voice his support for the bond order. “You can’t fix everything that is broken in Wilmington and at the same time this is a small down payment on addressing the needs of the entire city,” Sparks said. “Thankfully n See Bond Page A5

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One Wrightsville Beach dog owner thinks the town should tweak its ordinance prohibiting dogs from the beach during summer months. Tom Thompson presented research during the town’s July 1 planning board meeting thumbnailing the policies of 17 regional beaches in southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina from Emerald Isle, N.C., to Kiawah Island, S.C. Only one, New Hanover County’s Kure Beach, has a policy as restrictive as the one enforced by Wrightsville Beach restricting all dogs from the beach between March and October, Thompson said. n See Dog Page A5

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Traffic impacts, lease renewals, lighting and infrastructure pepper the agenda following the naming of the Wrightsville Beach Police Department’s Officer of the Year. Chief Dan House will name the officer of the year and swear in new officers during the town meeting Thursday, July 10 at 6 p.m. Elected officials will review traffic impacts on residential streets and revisit long- and short-term leases during its monthly public meeting that follows. The high volume of foot traffic entering and leaving Public Beach Access No. 10 is the concern expressed by the public works department during its review of the Surf Club’s request to add a one-way driveway entrance to its parking lot at the northeastern end of Mallard Street. At least one Mallard Street resident, Gloria

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A Fabulous Fourth at WB This page, below: Children in the annual Hanover Seaside Club Fourth of July parade hold American flags high as they make a pass on the beach strand in front of the club. Right: A Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue lifeguard at stand No. 12 south of Crystal Pier surveys the rough ocean conditions ahead of Hurricane Arthur brushing by the Cape Fear Coast Thursday, July 3. Opposite page, counterclockwise from far right: Surfers Andrew Walden, front, and Will Allison enjoy the waves left over from Hurricane Arthur on the morning of July Fourth. Watercraft pack Banks Channel mid afternoon on the Fourth. A pontoon boat carrying around 25 passengers nearly sinks as it takes on water across its bow from heavy wakes in Masonboro Inlet. Beachgoers pack the beach strand from Crystal Pier to Johnnie Mercer’s Pier.

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Tobacco policy change for town parks suggested By Miriah Hamrick Staff Writer

Wrightsville Beach parks could become tobacco-free. A presentation by Regina Penna, New Hanover County Health Department employee, launched a discussion about a stricter tobacco-use policy at town parks during a July 7 meeting of the Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Penna spoke to the committee about Project ASSIST, a tobacco prevention coalition that includes New Hanover, Pender and Brunswick counties. She said even outdoor exposure to tobacco smoke can impact nearby nonsmokers. “The Surgeon General has said in his [most recent] report that there is absolutely no safe level of exposure to environmental tobacco smoke,” Penna said. She suggested eliminating the use of tobacco products in public spaces serves other purposes beyond limiting public exposure to secondhand smoke. “The whole thing that I’m focused on trying is to de-normalize the use of tobacco in our community. For kids what that does, if they don’t see people doing it … it changes their perception of what is acceptable behavior,” Penna said, adding

that smoking bans and restrictions also provide an easier climate for tobacco-users who are trying to quit. “If the community is structured so that it reflects that non-tobacco use is the norm, it makes it easier for someone to quit,” Penna continued. No rules or regulations prohibit smoking in town parks and recreational areas. New Hanover County parks are not tobacco-free but smoking is limited to parking lots. A 2009 law passed by the N.C. General Assembly, sometimes referred to as the SmokeFree Restaurants and Bars Law, gives local governments the authority to enact tobacco regulations that are stricter than state laws. Katie Ryan, Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation Program Supervisor, said she rarely sees people smoking at parks but she has noticed piles of cigarette butts in the trash after groups use the town recreation center. Committee member Catherine Brunjes asked if other New Hanover County beach towns had tobacco-free parks. Penna said they did not. With Brunjes, Patricia Green, Katrina Morton and Elise Running in attendance, the discussion was tabled for further consideration when more committee members are present and will resume during the Aug. 4 meeting. email miriah@luminanews.com

Marketing looks back at campaign By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

The Wrightsville Beach Marketing Advisory Committee spent its Tuesday, July 8 meeting reviewing the 2013-14 marketing campaign results. Clean Design’s media lead, Tom Hickey, who oversees branding and design, said 91 percent of the 154,000 generated inquiries were the product of online advertising. Hickey explained, when a potential visitor responds to a placed ad by clicking the ad or following its direction to a Wrightsville Beach tourism website, that click counts as an impression. The top online inquiry generators for Wrightsville Beach were paid per click searches/ads placed through ValueClick, paid per click displays and Collinson Media. E-specials were also a solid online inquiry generator, Hickey said, accounting for 7 percent of total inquiries. Hickey said inquiries generated from print advertising took a sharp decline to 2 percent of all inquiries with Southern Living

and Coastal Living accounting for most of that 2 percent. With $263,385 spent on media ad purchases during fiscal year 2013-14, Hickey said the average cost per inquiry was $1.71. E-specials were the most efficient at 51 cents per inquiry, with online averaging $1.25 per inquiry and print at $17.61 per inquiry. The cost per inquiry for Wrightsville Beach’s television media buys cost much more than any of the other modes of advertising, Hickey said. Marketing committee member John Andrews asked if it was possible to hear the results prior to finalizing the next year’s budget, but Wilmington and Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau Vice President of Marketing Shawn Braden said her organization usually does not have all of the results compiled before June. In her report on the www. visitwrightsvillebeach.com performance for the year, Braden said the website experienced 50 percent more visits than during 2012-13 and an increase in access from mobile devices of more than 100 percent. Braden said MomentFeed,

which will compile all of the social media posts mentioning Wrightsville Beach in real time onto the website, will launch soon. French West Vaughan account director Leah Knepper said Wrightsville Beach’s social media accounts and public relations efforts have performed well during the past year. The Wrightsville Beach tourism Facebook page added 2,000 fans since July 2013, with more than 2 million individual people viewing Wrightsville Beach content on Facebook. Knepper also said her firm’s public relations efforts for the town generated five press releases, 12 story angle pitches to media and 73 earned media placements. The coverage from those media placements resulted in Wrightsville Beach content displayed 115 million times, which would translate to $1.1 million in ad buys. With the marketing committee budgeting around $25,000 for public relations, Knepper said those results generated a 47 to one ratio of returns over investments. email cole@luminanews.com

Council accepts memorial, hears new fire station updates By Emmy Errante Intern

Wilmington Fire Chief Buddy Martinette addressed the Wilmington City Council at its monthly meeting Tuesday, July 8. Martinette delivered a presentation about the Firefighters’ Memorial in Empire Park Fire Station and addressed the Fire Station Replacement Plan.

The Firefighters’ Memorial features a steel beam recovered from the World Trade Center, a tribute to 343 firefighters killed Sept. 11, 2001. A bronze firefighter holds the beam, and seven pairs of bronze boots surround the memorial, representing the seven Wilmington firefighters who have died in the line of duty. Martinette said people passing on the Gary Shell Cross-City

Trail frequently stop to admire the memorial, and he hopes it will become a tourist attraction in the future. “There are few days when somebody doesn’t stop and pay a visit to that memorial to learn about our firefighters and the great sacrifices that they make,” Martinette said. He detailed the process of creating the memorial, from the initial brainstorming of concepts, to the fundraising, to the long hours of construction and finally the dedication Sept. 11, 2013. The council unanimously accepted the donation of the memorial. “This is a testament to all the people who gave up their heart and soul to make this happen,” said Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo. “We’re very proud of what you’ve been able to do for our fire department.” Martinette updated the city council about the Fire Station Replacement Plan, which involves replacing four of Wilmington’s fire stations, the oldest of which was built 42 years ago, with two improved facilities in new locations. The replacement plan would alter the total number of fire stations in Wilmington from 11 to

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Wilmington Fire Chief Buddy Martinette delivered a presentation about the Firefighters’ Memorial in Empire Park Fire Station and addressed the Fire Station Replacement Plan during the Wilmington City Council meeting Tuesday, July 8.

nine, although Martinette stressed that when measuring their call processing time, reaction time and travel time, they would still fall within the 90th percentile. Wilmington Fire Department public information officer David Hines also pointed out two of the locations that would see slightly longer response time: New Hanover Regional Medical Center and University of North Carolina at Wilmington, each with its own

security force, smoke alarm system and sprinkler system. Martinette said that property had already been purchased for the new stations, located on Cinema Drive and Shipyard Boulevard. Finding larger plots of land was necessary so that each facility could have a retention pond and therefore meet updated storm water requirements. Martinette and Hines agreed the new stations were being built with

major improvements to accommodate current needs and also plan for future developments. “You can’t put a number on how different these stations are in regards to being modern,” Martinette said. “The sleeping areas are closer to the bay area to cut firefighter reaction time. The bays are wider and taller. We have a community meeting room, and now the EMS runs out of the station too.”

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Weekend Police Report July 4 Arrests • Andrew Friedrich was arrested on an order for arrest for property damage. • William Douglas Lewis IV was arrested for hit and run, and driving while impaired.

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A delegation of New Hanover County commissioners is prepared to attend the first of two annual conferences this summer. Vice Chair Beth Dawson and Commissioners Jonathan Barfield Jr. and Thomas Wolfe will join more than 2,000 elected and appointed county officials from across the country in New Orleans from July 11–14 for networking and educational sessions at the National Association of Counties 79th Annual Conference and Exposition. Brian Namey, National Association of Counties spokesperson, said the conference is an opportunity for county leaders to swap strategies and solutions to common issues in county government. “County officials often face similar challenges in their communities and this is the biggest opportunity of the year for peerto-peer exchanges of information. They’re sharing with each other

what works, what doesn’t work, ideas for best practices,” Namey said during a July 7 phone interview. Barfield said that is one of the reasons he attends the conference annually. “It’s a great opportunity, No. 1, to network with other commissioners across the country, to understand best practices and trends that are happening in county governments,” Barfield said during a July 8 phone interview. Barfield said he also looks forward to the speakers, which in the past have included journalist and former politician Joe Scarborough and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder. Barfield has attended the conference every year since he was elected in 2008. The theme of his first conference was government transparency, and he said the experience of bringing that message home by live streaming meetings and releasing newsletters more frequently helped him learn a lesson about effective leadership.

“These things are geared to make you more effective in your role as a leader. Leadership is an art. It’s a skill. Just because you have the title of a county commissioner … does not make you a leader,” Barfield said. The theme of the 2014 conference is resiliency, helping county governments better adapt to challenges and thrive under difficult circumstances. Dawson, Barfield and Wolfe are also registered for the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners Annual Conference in Asheville Aug. 14–17. The usual bimonthly meeting schedule on the first and third Monday of each month was pared down to monthly meetings in July and August to accommodate conference travels in addition to vacations and a decrease in agenda items at the beginning of the new fiscal year. The next New Hanover County Commission meeting will take place July 21 at 4 p.m.

• Evan Hall was issued a citation for resist, delay, obstruct. • William Ingram was issued a citation for no insurReports ance and no operator’s license. • Kyle Jahner was issued a citation for speeding, • Simple assault was reported. • A black tri-fold wallet was reported as found 44 in a 25 mph zone. • Matthew Milazzo was issued a citation for stop property. • A black wallet with cash was reported as found sign violation. • Jonathan Hardy was issued a citation for speed- property. ing, 40 in a 25 mph zone on North Lumina • A black bi-fold wallet was reported as found property. Avenue. • Tyler Kuney was issued a citation for fraudulent • A credit card was reported as found property. • Keys to a Chevrolet were reported as found identification. property. • Two wallets were reported as found property. Warning Tickets • A black purse with identification and a credit • Joshua Putnam was issued a warning ticket for card was reported as found property. failure to yield to a pedestrian in crosswalk. • Natasha Walters was issued a warning ticket for July 6 safe movement violation. • Jacqueln Howell was issued a warning ticket for Arrests one-way violation. • Khalief Ballard was arrested for failure to appear for reckless driving, no operator’s license and Civil Penalties stop sign violation. • Forty-four civil penalties were issued for illegal water taxi, open container, dogs on the beach, Citations glass on the beach, litter, fireworks litter, noise, • Maria Poulos was issued a citation for failure to human waste and profane and boisterous. reduce speed. • Zane Dodgen was issued a citation for speeding, Reports 51 in a 35 mph zone. • Found property was reported. • Perry Miller was issued a citation for open con• Larceny was reported by the Town of Wrightsville tainer in passenger area. Beach. • Hit and run was reported. Warning Tickets • Found property was reported at Public Beach • Jessica Maria Munoz was issued a warning ticket Access No. 29. for speeding. • Larceny of a book bag was reported. • Hit and run was reported. Civil Penalties • Defrauding innkeeper was reported. • A pocketbook was reported as found property. • Seven civil penalties were issued for open con• Hit and run was reported. tainer, glass on the beach, dogs on the beach • Assault was reported. and litter. • Assault on a female was reported. • An iPhone was reported as found property. Reports • Fraudulent identification was reported. • Eyeglasses were reported as found property. • Scooters were reported as found property. July 5 • A wallet was reported as found property. • The Town of Wrightsville Beach reported larceny Citations of flags. • James Patrick Halligan III was issued a citation for failure to stop at the scene of a crash.

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BEACH BLOTTER Four hit and runs in five hours Four hit and runs were reported in the town of Wrightsville Beach on the Fourth of July from 4:45-9 p.m. The first occurred in the 1500 block of North Lumina Avenue when 25-year-old William Lewis IV was driving a red two-door coupe and allegedly struck a cyclist. Lewis drove away from the scene of the incident only to be caught in the 2200 block of North Lumina Avenue by Wrightsville Beach Police. WBPD first went to aid the cyclist, who was treated for a cut on a toe and a minor back abrasion. When officers caught up to Lewis it was determined that he was also driving under the influence. All three of the other hit and runs reported in the next four hours involved drivers hitting parked cars. One of those incidents occurred in the Carolina Yacht Club parking lot, one in the Oceanic Restaurant parking lot and the other on a Henderson Street parking spot. Wrightsville Beach Police Chief Dan House said there was no information about any of the offenders for those three incidents.

Civil Penalties • Twenty-four civil penalties were reported for open container, grilling on the beach, dogs on the beach glass on the beach and human waste.

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If you were on Wrightsville Beach this Independence Day after dark, you were treated to a fabulous fireworks display — pyrotechnics bursting overhead from all directions. The only problem is the fireworks busting in air are not legal. If it explodes, spins, flies, jumps in the air, or leaves the ground it is illegal in this state. Fireworks laws are quite strict in North Carolina, but most everything is legal right over the South Carolina border. Still, as long as I have lived on the beach I have been amazed by the fireworks along the waterfront —any waterfront, sound, creek, ICWW or ocean. It is truly remarkable. I do, however, remember the first year that I fully realized the big stuff was illegal. It was more than a decade ago. I had gone down to the beach to be among locals for a July Fourth party at an oceanfront townhouse. After the burgers and baked beans, as it got dark, the men in the group began carrying long boards between them toward the beach. Each was set up with large cans holding fireworks. This was big stuff and lots of it. The rest of us trickled down to the beach as fireworks began going off. It was prolific. It was loud. It was smoky, and just a little scary. Smoke and gritty stuff got into my eyes. Personally, I prefer a greater distance between me and explosives than I had this night. The entire beach strand was crowded; people stood, sat in chairs, on blankets, or on the sand. About that time along came an overwhelmed couple of police officers. They asked, do you know whose display this is? I wasn’t sure of the name of the owner of the townhouse, or all of the men doing the lighting, but I did know several. Still I said no. It was my last time down on the beach strand for fireworks; I watch them now from my own yard. The new me: If it is illegal, I don’t want any part of it. It is that black and white. I still feel bad about my lie. But the question surfaces each year: Why are fireworks illegal? Consumer fireworks are regulated by the General Statutes of North Carolina, which prohibits us from possessing or shooting off any firework that explodes, spins, flies, jumps in the air or leaves the ground. All commercial firework displays are subject to the municipal permitting process relating to special events as well as the fire code. Wrightsville is too densely built out to allow any opportunity for another fire to level half the town. Just ask the fire chief. If it is illegal, how is it enforced at Wrightsville? That answer is complaint driven: Someone calls 911 to complain about fireworks, police are dispatched

and if the culprits are located, a ticket issued. But that may be about to change. Mayor Bill Blair reached his limit Saturday night, and while his case is not atypical, he just happens to be the mayor. The Blair home is oceanfront between Crystal Pier and the jetty. He described Saturday (not Friday) night this way: “It felt like World War 3.” The mayor’s grandchildren were sound asleep upstairs. His tale of woe continues: “Everybody’s shooting off little fireworks and then all of a sudden, about 10:30 … you know at the flotilla when you hear that thuummp, thuummp? All of a sudden my neighbor, who has rented his house out, that guy starts shooting these things off, and my whole house starts shaking. It was like mortar rounds going off. My grandkids wake up and start screaming, my dog poops all over himself, in my house.” As he describes it: “These fireworks were not purchased in South Carolina; they were purchased at a military depot somewhere.” So, being the mayor, he dialed up his police chief, who sent the posse. The offenders received tickets. The mayor says he also has a big problem with the trash that piles up in his yard every national holiday. “I am always picking up burned-out objects in my yard. Last year my house almost caught on fire where they burned down the sand dunes … they had to call the fire trucks down to put the fire out. It burned up about an acre of dune,” he said. He says he is not trying to rain on anyone’s parade, but the beach was trashed last weekend, and Wrightsville Beach has to go clean it all up. “It comes at a cost. I told the chief, I get fireworks … but we need to get it in our mind that when people are out there lighting off munitions, you can’t wait for a 911 call. When they hear the seismic testing when they fire one of these off, the police need to go take care of it … these guys that are putting tubes in the ground and firing off mortar rounds, that is dangerous,” he said. You have been warned.

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Fire Department marine unit first noticed the vessel. The heavy wakes from boat traffic and outgoing tide through the inlet caused water to begin washing over the bow. Wilmington Fire Department forced the pontoon to go ashore around 4:45 p.m. on a resident’s beach just south of the Coast Guard station where the passengers unloaded. There were no injuries during the incident and no one was charged. The person who was allegedly driving the pontoon revealed a blood alcohol content of zero during a breath test. Following that incident there was a barrage of calls for foot, buttocks and back lacerations from Masonboro Island and Masons Inlet. Three of the laceration cases near Masons Inlet were due to a boat running aground just off the back channel at the south end of Figure Eight Island. The three injuries reported were a shoulder and facial laceration, lower back laceration and inner lip

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Thompson is promoting the Folly Beach, S.C., model, allowing leashed dogs on the beach year round except during daylight hours, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., from May through September. “Candidly I thought if I proposed 24/7 365 days of the year I would get more opposition than if I proposed something in the middle,” Thompson said during a July 6 phone interview. “It seemed to me that it made the most sense from different perspectives to use Folly Beach as a model and hope that it might address other concerns.” At the local level, Thompson, who has been a Wrightsville Beach property owner since 2002 and a year-round resident since 2012, sees the town’s citizeninitiated nonsmoking ordinance as a template for the relaxation of the dog ordinance. Similar to the informal study conducted by resident Tim Taylor to support nonsmoking, Thompson assembled baseline data for the 17-beach survey that includes dates of enforcement, days on beach, days on leash and days off leash. “The idea was to push the topic out for public discussion,” Thompson said, “to present data worth considering in that context. If we require dogs be leashed, why should we deny dog owners the right to have dogs on the beach?” The Wrightsville Beach dog ordinance has been on the books since 1978 when the entirety of the town embraced within the town limits and all land owned or leased by the town outside the corporate limits was designated as a bird sanctuary. Dogs are only permitted on leashes and only on town beaches from Oct. 1 through March 31, although service dogs are allowed on leashes on beaches at all times. The ordinance does not restrict dogs alone and specifically includes cats, horses and snakes. Wrightsville Beach Park

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in this particular bond there is some relief for the people of Love Grove. … The people of Love Grove support this bond 100 percent.” In addition to Sparks, 12 other citizens voiced support of the bond order on behalf of the Love Grove community. No one else spoke in support of or in opposition to the bond order at the public hearing. If the bond is approved the 2-cent property tax increase required to pay for it would

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Wrightsville Beach Police Department patrols monitor the south end of Wrightsville Beach while also watching for swimmers attempting to cross Masonboro Inlet on the Fourth of July.

laceration. New Hanover County Emergency Medical Services battalion chief Scott Goodyear also said one of the patients had an orthopedic shoulder injury. All patients were transported to EMS crews standing by at the Figure Eight Harbour Marina

and all were in stable condition, Goodyear said. Earlier in the day Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue also assisted people attempting to swim across Masons Inlet. Ocean rescue reported it appeared the swimmers were under the influence.

Ranger Shannon Slocum said disturbance to nesting birds and sea turtles would be one of his biggest concerns if the ordinance were loosened. “Birds and turtles are usually the major, major obstacles. If a dog gets into a turtle nest, whether it’s marked or not, it’s a $10,000 fine,” Slocum said during a July 5 interview. Though Thompson has not yet solicited the reactions or support of organizers and volunteers with the Wrightsville Beach Sea Turtle Project he said, “All the other beaches have found a way to accommodate dogs on the beach. Simply in regard to loggerhead turtles it did not seem to be an issue.” But Wrightsville Beach Sea Turtle Project coordinator Nancy Fahey predicted it would be an issue. “There’s always potential for dogs to disturb a nest. That’s just their instinct, to be attracted to something potentially edible,” Fahey said during a July 7 phone interview. Some WBSTP volunteers have noted a high incidence of dog waste on the beach during morning turtle walks. While they are searching for the tracks and ultimately nests, the volunteers pick up and collect trash found within their zone. “The waste problem can exist anywhere you have human beings and dogs,” Thompson said. “The problem is moved to the Loop and individual property owners. I think it’s important to keep that in mind.” Thompson proposed a revenue neutral program in which the costs of enforcement and education be offset through the additional assessment of permit access fees and increased fines for noncompliance. “There’s costs just as there is providing any service to the Wrightsville Beach community,” he said. Thompson suggested visitors might also pay for the privilege of walking their dogs on the beach too.

Of the 99 dogs and cats registered as of Jan. 1, 2014, Slocum acknowledged many responsible dog owners in Wrightsville Beach but said the irresponsible ones, like those who leave unattended dogs in cars during steamy summer afternoons, would be the problem. He rescues dogs in distress from hot cars and issues animal cruelty citations. While some owners leave dogs in the car because they arrive at the beach and realize dogs are prohibited, he doubted a looser dog ordinance would have a major effect on the number of dogs in cars reported to town officials every summer. “I wouldn’t think it would put a dent into the calls we get about people leaving dogs in the car. It’s just poor decision-making by a lot of people,” Slocum said. “Some of us treat pets like a part of our family, where a lot of people treat their animals like a piece of property that can be replaced.” Following the planning board presentation it was implied the future of Thompson’s proposal rests with the board of aldermen, which may choose to appoint an ad hoc committee to study the matter further. “I support any forward progress,” Thompson said, “If it’s baby steps, so be it, but why would you want to wait? If the policies of Wrightsville Beach are at the extreme, why would you want to follow that model any longer than you had to? It seems to me this is a quality of life issue for dog owners and for the dogs.” Thompson has at least one advocate, Charlotte Murchison, lifetime resident and dog owner, who serves on the town’s parks and recreation advisory committee and was instrumental in proposing a dog park on town property. “If we open it up, it’s open to anyone who wants to come to the beach with a dog. That’s what I’m worried about,” Slocum said.

amount to an additional $40 a year from a property valued at $200,000. Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo said the city should take responsibility for the future of its transportation needs. “This community will have an opportunity to vote on its future and the future of the improvements to the community,” Saffo said. “If we want to take care of our roads and infrastructure we as citizens are going to have to do it. The funding from outside sources has literally dried up so we have to either take the bull by the horns and make our own

destiny or just have a bunch of roads that continue to fall apart.” Proof of the dwindling state and federal funding for transportation improvements came later during city council’s meeting when council was asked to support a speed limit reduction on Kerr Avenue as part of the future Kerr Avenue widening project. After Councilman Kevin O’Grady inquired about funding for the project, Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization executive director Mike Kozlosky said, with federal highway funds from the Highway Trust Fund in jeopardy,

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Multiple swimmers also had to be monitored crossing Masonboro Inlet throughout the day and into the evening but there were no emergencies reported. A late night on Friday did not prevent beachgoers from showing up bright and early on Saturday.

By mid-morning, island streets were congested with traffic. Wrightsville Beach Park Ranger Shannon Slocum estimated as many as 30,000 visitors to the beach strand on Saturday but said the day proceeded smoothly despite large crowds. “We had our issues but we didn’t have the tremendous amount of issues that we usually would have with Fourth of July on the beach strand,” Slocum said. “I don’t think we had any major incidents, which is amazing. We have well-seasoned people out here working on the beach and we’re pretty fortunate that we do.” Slocum also reported noticing more families on the beach than usual and attributed that trend to combined enforcement efforts. “I still remember years ago after Fourth of July and how beat up the beach was. It seems like we’re getting better every year and I think you can see that in the amount of families coming out the beach,” Slocum said. Slocum said minimal damage to the recently renourished beach as a result of Hurricane Arthur offered plenty of space for visitors and prevented

issues. “We dodged a bullet. … You don’t know what you’re going to find the morning after a storm. There were a few escarpments but for the most part, it fared pretty decently. It could have been a lot worse. It could have been millions of dollars of sand that came in one week and was gone a few weeks later,” Slocum said. The Wrightsville Beach Police Department issued a total of 13 citations and 75 civil penalties. Of the 75 civil penalties, five were issued for illegal water taxis on the Fourth of July and seven fireworks-related civil penalties were issued that evening. Ocean rescue captain Jeremy Owens’ echoed Slocum’s report with 13 rescues on the Fourth of July and no rescues necessary Saturday and Sunday. One of the few larcenies reported over the weekend came from the Town of Wrightsville Beach after 23 of the 50 American flags posted around Town Hall were stolen throughout the three-day period. email cole@luminanews.com email miriah@luminanews.com

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The Surf Club has requested permission to add another driveway to its Mallard Street parking lot.

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Gunther of 10B Mallard Street, is opposed to the proposal citing heavy traffic congestion along the one-block thoroughfare, safety hazards to pedestrians and disruption of traffic flows between established ingress and egress with Club Colony, a six-unit townhouse complex located at the southeastern end of Mallard Street opposite the proposed driveway. The club is requesting the second driveway to mitigate wrong turns by club members located at the west end of Mallard Street. Traffic concerns are also at the root of a request to install two speed humps on North Channel Drive on Harbor Island and reinstall a speed hump at the intersection of South Lumina Avenue and Sprunt Street near the south end. The North Channel drive humps would be installed between the intersection of Fifth Street and North Channel Drive’s dead end cul de sac. Area residents have met the town ordinance requirement that 75 percent sign a petition in support of the traffic-calming devices. The Sprunt Street speed hump initially installed in 2009 has been

the project was identified as one that could be cut. “This just accents the point the mayor made earlier,” O’Grady said. “We have to take control of our lives because the governments above us are not functioning very well so it is up to us to keep working.” Council did support the resolution for a reduction of the Kerr Avenue speed limit to 35 mph between Fairlawn Drive and Randall Parkway and to plant trees in the medians that would be installed with the widening project. email cole@luminanews.com

a topic of discussion since 2000. It was voted during an Aug. 8, 2013, public meeting to install a pedestrian crossing sign and marks and to consider removing the hump at the request of former alderwoman Susan Collins who said she had received numerous complaints. The hump was later removed. Dr. Frank Gwathmey of 510 South Lumina Ave. has called for the reinstallation of the hump citing unsafe conditions for pedestrians and children who traffic the block-long roadway from the corner of Sprunt Street and South Lumina Avenue. Tabled during the June meeting, the board will revisit the terms of a 10-year lease with the Wrightsville Beach Chamber of Commerce for the use of two rooms inside the Wrightsville Beach Visitors Center on West Salisbury Street. At issue is the chamber’s request to sublease space during the off season to other unnamed nonprofit organizations. Revenues from various sources, including the sublease, are to be used to make building repairs. The sublease request

does not identify the nonprofit or nonprofits that might make use of the service if allowed and marks a departure from the town’s other nonprofit leases with the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and the North Carolina Coastal Federation. Both prohibit subleasing. The renewal of a one-year lease agreement with Fasse Construction for town-owned property on Live Oak Drive permits the sublease of space. Comparative nuances of that lease provide for commercial uses and name the sublease. The board will consider an uplighting proposal from the Wrightsville Beach Foundation aimed at illuminating the town’s right-of-ways near the drawbridge and the intersections of Causeway Drive and Salisbury Street. The project will be introduced by foundation member Linda Brown. Also to be considered are infrastructure projects including a $96,000 technology upgrade that includes server virtualization, website redesign and hosting. email marimar@luminanews.com

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Watershed restoration plan reaches out to community By Samantha Santana Intern

The Cape Fear River Watch hosted a free seminar to educate the public about the Bradley and Hewlett’s Creek Watershed Restoration Plan that was developed in 2012 by the city of Wilmington, the town of Wrightsville Beach and North Carolina Coastal Federation. The seminar’s guest speaker Erin Carey, City of Wilmington’s watershed coordinator, presented an informal lecture Saturday, July 5. “Everyone here lives in a watershed,” Carey began. “It’s an area of land that drains into a particular body of water. So that receiving body of water will receive all the runoff and rain water.” Unlike wastewater, storm water

is not treated in a treatment plant. Storm water runs through a series of pipes, until it flows into receiving bodies of water, like Bradley and Hewlett’s creeks. “Storm water collects pollutants like pet waste, fertilizer, gas, oil and anything on the road; all gets picked up and gets taken to the creek,” Carey said during the morning seminar. “There’s no treatment. It’s literally a straight pipe into these waters. That gets us to close shell fishing areas.” The plan is funded by the Environmental Protection Agency’s Section 319 grant, through the North Carolina Division of Water Quality. Its purpose is to improve water quality and creek health by reducing the amount of polluted runoff entering the creeks through best management practices (BMPs). BMPs are structural

improvements on properties that capture and treat runoff before reaching waterways such as permeable pavements or rain gardens. “Not only will the city try to include BMPs in new developments but getting private and commercial properties to include them also,” Carey said. “We have a 319 grant proposal in right now. We’re trying to get Long Leaf Mall to put in a bio filtration cell that will treat a lot of the storm water before it gets to Hewlett’s Creek.” The goal to rid the creek of pollution and restore contamination levels to their 1981 levels is a long-term plan, Carey said. “What comes down the river is going to end up in the ocean,” Kemp Burdette, Cape Fear Riverkeeper and the seminar’s moderator, said. “We all depend

on our waterways for a lot things like the economy. If we can’t harvest shellfish, fishermen can’t make a living. If people can’t go swimming, the city’s tourism economy will be affected.” “It does not take four days to solve it. We’re looking at a 20 to 30 year effort to open Hewlett’s Creek’s shell fishing again,” Carey said. Though a slow process, the restoration plan has recently gained a small victory with the construction of a rain garden last

month beside the Tidal Creek Co-Op on Oleander Drive. The project was a combined effort by the University of North Carolina Wilmington, the City of Wilmington and Heal Our Waterways, a program that works to implement the watershed restoration plan. “We want people to learn about it and learn why it’s so important,” Burdette said. “It’s hard to take action to protect something if you don’t know anything about it.”

“Hewlett’s Creek is the main focus of this program. The whole creek is closed. It’s 85 percent developed, home to 14,780 residents and 19 percent impervious,” Carey said. “It is an impaired water which means its not meeting its current use of shellfish harvest. Our job is to focus on Hewlett’s Creek and get it off this list — the water blacklist.” For more information, visit www. healourwaterways.com

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Selah Dubb plays the inaugural Reef/Sweetwater Music and Art Festival at Wrightsville Beach Park on July 16, 2011.

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The O’Neil Sweetwater Pro-Am Music and Art Festival will be held at Wrightsville Beach Park Saturday, July 12, as a benefit event for multiple local animal charities. Tony Butler, founder of the nonprofit Hope From Helen, said event admission is free, but the money raised from Tower 7 Baja Grill food sales and raffle ticket purchases will be split between the Sunburst Foundation, Paw’s Place, Adopt an Angel, Pender County Humane Society and New Hanover County Animal Control. Butler said choosing the animal charities as the beneficiaries of the event was easy for him and Tower 7 owner Josh Vach. “Those organizations really need it,” Butler said. “We are avid dog lovers and if we could open our own shelter we would but we can’t, and we see all the hard work these organizations do to help the animals that can’t help themselves.” The items to be raffled that evening will include surfboards, standup paddleboards and other surf-centric goods.

The festival in the park will begin around 5 p.m. when food service begins. In addition to Tower 7, Butler said SurfBerry would also be on site selling Hawaiian shaved ice. The artists showcased during the event will be photographer Sean Ruttkay of Elemental Digital Art, surfboard artist Carleigh Sion, and another yet to be confirmed. While indulging in the food and art offerings on hand, patrons will also have the chance to catch a variety of bands playing from 6-9 p.m. The Carvers, a classic surf rock band, will kick off the music at 6 p.m., followed by the reggae sounds of Steadfast at 7 p.m. and The South Hammock Bluegrass band at 8 p.m. With the variety of arts and entertainment on tap for the festival, pro-am contest organizer Brad Beach said it provides a good complement to the surf contest. “Not every family that is down there is into surfing and they may check the contest out just because they have never seen it before but everyone enjoys music, sitting outside and enjoying the environment,” Beach said. See related story on page B4. email cole@luminanews.com

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Lifestyles Bringing the Beach Together

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more By Miriah Hamrick, Staff Writer

im Dicso was intimidated by veganism, but all it took was one tasty chickpea wrap to eliminate her fears. Dicso always felt a tension between the meat on her plate and her love of animals, ditching meat once for a few weeks, but never saw a vegan diet as a realistic choice. She had no idea what she would eat as a vegan. Then she met Sue Cag, a vegan of 20 years and counting, who showed her how the switch could expand her diet more than it restricted it. “I thought vegans just ate greens all the time,” Dicso said. “I had no idea what to do in the grocery store. I was so intimidated. Then Sue started making me amazing vegan meals and I realized there was all of this food out there I hadn’t even tried.” “I’ll never forget the day I made her a chickpea wrap. I’ve never seen anyone eat so fast,” Cag said. For Christine Chavez, it was a clean-cut process. Her family watched a YouTube video on how animal products affect human health and by the end they were convinced. “There were no pictures of sad, tortured animals or anything like that. It didn’t tug at your heartstrings. It was strictly from a health standpoint,” Chavez said. “We went over and looked at all of our cupboards and we went vegan right then, cold turkey, and we haven’t eaten meat for going on four years now.” Today Cag, Chavez and Dicso work together through Wilmington Vegan to create a support system for a growing community of almost 400 local vegans. The organization kicked off 2014 with projects that make veganism less scary, like a mentor program for newcomers and publication of a dining guide detailing vegan-friendly restaurants across town. They all remember how overwhelming it seemed in the beginning. “I grew up on TV dinner-style foods. You have your meat, your starch, your vegetable and that’s a meal. I thought I had no creativity, no imagination. Shopping was difficult,” Chavez said. It took a few cookbooks and failed experiments with new food for Chavez to figure it out, but Cag enjoyed a smoother transition with early guidance from local food co-ops. “Every time I moved or traveled I would seek out small, local grocery stores and it always led to unique experiences I wouldn’t have otherwise had,” Cag said. Karen Stewart, co-owner of Lovey’s Natural Foods and Café, was a vegetarian for years, but now incorporates small servings of local, humanely raised meat into her diet. She said the shelves at Lovey’s are stocked with items requested by customers, many of which are vegan- or vegetarian-friendly. Stewart said the most requested items are fresh, organic fruits and vegetables and whole grains. She suggested transition foods like mock meats, pasta made from mung beans that packs 25 grams of protein in a two-ounce serving and protein powder made from superfoods like chlorella and spirulina for new vegans and vegetarians who are concerned about protein. “It can be overwhelming and a little frustrating for people because if they all-of-a-sudden decide they want to change their diet, it can be

pretty confusing. We would be glad to help a customer go through the aisles,” Stewart added. Dr. Douglas Dixon, a vegetarian who occasionally eats seafood, said he sees the shift toward a plant-based diet as healthy. After researching the way the body metabolizes protein, he cut out meat and felt better. As a physician, Dixon aims to be objective and guide patients toward healthier choices regardless of whether they eat meat. He advises his vegan patients to be conscious of B-12 vitamins, iron and fatty omega acids in addition to complete protein sources. Chavez encouraged anyone curious about transitioning to a plantbased diet, but still overwhelmed by the change, to get involved with Wilmington Vegan’s mentor program. “If anyone is thinking about it, even if just for a few days a week they want to go vegan and don’t know what to cook or what to shop for, we’re here,” Chavez said. Dicso hinted that new efforts like cooking workshops and grocery store tours could be on the horizon. “A lot of people like the idea of going vegan but are intimidated by the actual process of it: shopping and cooking and making sure you get all the vitamins you need. … We’d like to break it down and make the transition less scary,” Dicso said.

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Clockwise from top: Lovey’s Natural Foods and Café Co-owner Karen Stewart said the staff is willing to help shoppers transition to a plant-based diet. Transition foods like vegan butter, cheese, mayonnaise and mock meats can be easy substitutes for meatless meals. Supplements that include B-12 vitamins, iron and omega fatty acids can help new vegans get the nutrients they need as they cut meat and dairy products out of their diets.

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Jeff Jones Northeast Regional Library Saturday, July 12, 2 p.m. The library will host a free magic show, supported by PNC Grow Up Great. Information about building financial literacy in kids will also be made available. For more information, visit www.nhclibrary.org

Odds and Ends, Kooks and Friends Carleigh Sion Annex Surf Supply Saturday, July 12, 4-7 p.m. A local Wilmington artist will present an exclusive, themed art show. Beverages and appetizers will be provided. For more information, visit www. annexsurfsupply.com

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Residents of the Reserve Wrightsville Beach Public Beach Access No. 43 Tuesday, July 15, 9-10 a.m.; 10:30-11:30 a.m.

UNCW Summer Jazz Workshop Faculty Concert Beckwith Recital Hall Wednesday, July 16, 7:30 p.m.

The North Carolina Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve present a hike along North Carolina’s coast. The free event will be held during two morning sessions. For more information, visit www.nccoastalreserve.net

University of North Carolina Wilmington features special guests Stephanie Nakasian on vocals and Hod O’Brien on piano. The event is $6. For more information, call (910) 962-3415.

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CFCC students to have room to grow in new performing arts center By Samantha Santana Intern

“This will brand downtown as the performing arts center for Wilmington and our region,” said Shane Fernando, director of

Cape Fear Community College’s soon-to-be Humanities and Fine Arts Center. “This facility will become the performing arts hub for our region.” In an effort to expand its humanities and fine arts

department, CFCC budgeted $44 million from the funds raised in a bond referendum passed by New Hanover County voters in 2008. “The [existing] fine arts classes are housed in a smaller run down

facility,” Fernando said. “It’s very remarkable what the students and teachers already do in that space. [The new center] will give the fine arts a home. It will be an improvement for the humanities and fine arts

program.” The 159,000-square-foot building will include a community performing arts center that seats 1,500 people. The center will also include a black box studio theater seating 150 people, an

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academic wing, housing about 25 classrooms, scene and wardrobe studios and computer labs. The center’s mission is to uphold the school’s academics while promoting the downtown community. “First and foremost, is the center’s academic mission and then the performing arts center’s mission as a community center,” Fernando said. Though the center will not be operational until mid-2015, CFCC has selected Fernando, who previously served as the director of the University of North Carolina Wilmington’s Life Arts, as its director, to help oversee its completion. A date to determine the building’s staff has yet to be decided, however. With the new facility, students within the department will be able to obtain real world experience and new opportunities that were not possible with the department’s current space. “This is an incredible laboratory for them to connect what they learn in the classroom with real world experience,” Fernando said. “This will be their facility to run and work in. They will be serving in administration offices and crew. They will be running the building with me. They will be active participants on the operation of the facility.” CFCC offers fine art classes in its north and downtown campuses, something that disconnects the academic community, said Brandon Guthrie, department chair of the Fine Arts and Humanities program. “Right now, our classes are spread out between various fields. It’s really disconnected. It doesn’t feel like it’s working together,” Guthrie said. “We will be more centralized to have intellectual dialogue between students and teachers.”

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The Return of the Hermit By Henry Liverman Intern

The story of the man who came to be North Carolina’s second biggest tourist attraction is coming to the stage: The tale of the life of Robert Harrill, the reclusive Fort Fisher hermit, is being brought to Wilmington in the staged version of David Wright’s “The Hermit of Fort Fisher.” Produced by Big Dawg Productions, artistic director Steve Vernon is directing this show. Production dates, initially set for later this month have been pushed back. The play itself originated from Wright’s personal interest in the hermit’s story. After spending years researching, poring over letters and correspondences between Harrill and his fans and family, Wright staged and directed the premiere at the Paramount Theatre in Burlington, N.C. to a sold-out audience which included Vernon. After seeing the show, Vernon said “I just realized what a fascinating story it was, and I was convinced it really deserved to have a shot in this area, where the hermit was an actual member of the community.” The story spans about three decades, and focuses a great deal of time on who this man was and what went on in his life before he was the hermit, Vernon said. He’s still casting the show. Some roles, especially the

hermit, require special attention. “When someone’s playing a historical character, we certainly want to try and match the actor to the image,” Vernon said. Through this production, Vernon said he’s trying to do more than just pay tribute to the life of a local celebrity, famous before the age of the Internet and cell phones. Vernon said after speaking to Wright, he believed the show would be perfect for an outdoor dramatic production. North Carolina has a rich history of outdoor drama, with Shakespeare in the Park, for example, running for 20 to 30 years. “I think something that’s rooted in this area and being an outdoor thing could really thrive here,” Vernon said. The ultimate goal of bringing the story of the Fort Fisher Hermit home, Vernon said, is for the audience, potential investors and legislators to see how the economy—not just Wilmington, but regionally and even statewide — would benefit from the outdoor drama. “It’s a constant battle, not just here, but everywhere, to maintain a reliance of drama and art and its impact on the location. People don’t realize the impact of the arts,” Vernon said. The Wilmington premiere is now planned for Sept. 4-7, then the following weekends of 11-14 and 18-22.

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Public invited to shape vision for future film museum By Miriah Hamrick Staff Writer

The wheels are in motion for a new museum that will showcase the history and culture of the film industry in Wilmington. Rich Gehron, president of the Cape Fear Independent Film Network board of directors, said the museum will celebrate the projects and people that have contributed to the area’s vibrant film community. “There’s a list of movies that have devoted followings by fans and it’s going to be a great place to keep film’s connection with this community in the public eye,” Gehron said. “The focus of this museum is to commemorate not just the projects, but the people who worked on these projects, the people who were here and all the work that was created and came out of this area.” The group leading the project is hosting a public discussion at Giant Café on July 11 to encourage participation from all community members, especially from individuals outside of the film industry.

“We are looking to get advice from people who may not necessarily be film people, anyone who has an interest from a management side, or a tourism side, even a marketing side,” Gehron said. Comments and suggestions have already poured in since the project was announced in June. “It’s generated a good response, anything from people saying. ‘Oh, I have stuff I’d love to show you’ to people saying, ‘I want to help out but I don’t know how’ and everything in between,” Gehron said. The idea was first proposed 10 years ago during a discussion between Gehron, local special effects artist Jeff Goodwin and a few other industry veterans. Goodwin reintroduced the idea during the 2014 Cape Fear Independent Film Festival in May and the group decided it was time to proceed. The project is still in its infancy but some details are already shaping the vision. The group hopes the museum will be downtown, offer free admission and be open by 2016. Goodwin is one of several people

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who have offered to donate props, costumes and other artifacts to the museum, and as offers continue to come in, Gehron said the group has to get creative. “It’s a lot to fit into one physical space so we want to have an online and technological component that enhances the experience, for people to access more information than they otherwise could,” Gehron said. The launch of the project coincides with a controversial push in Raleigh to eliminate the state’s film incentives, which some in the industry argue could lead to a slump in local productions. Gehron said it was not an intentional effort to plan the project around the political climate, but suggested the project would assume another layer of significance if business dried up. “Especially if we experience a down period, it would be a nice thing to keep interest in the area, not just to the people who live here but to the tourists who come,” Gehron said. The July 11 public meeting will take place at 6 p.m. email miriah@luminanews.com

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Sports/Marine Hook, Line & Sinker Fishing slows after Arthur

Pro-am hype breaks this weekend

By Skylar Walters

Since Arthur rolled past late last week, the fishing has been rather slow for local anglers. The winds and waves that stirred up the waters should have probably cleared by now; however, stiff southwest winds have persisted and are only forecast to get worse before they get better. Add an approaching cold front that’s forecast to bring more wind and rain this week, and anglers just might have to wait another week or so before the waters

camouflages your bait in the chum, but also the sheepshead feed, so fast, they won’t stop to inspect your offering before eating it. For those looking for flounder, there are plenty of baitfish in the creeks now. A creek mouth during a falling tide should be a good place to start looking for dinner. The deeper waters of the area inlets are also holding some fish as are the ends of the Masonboro Inlet jetties. Off the beach, the fishing has been limited by rough

The forecast this weekend is for winds to diminish, which will be welcome by everyone. start to clear. The forecast this weekend is for winds to diminish, which will be welcome by everyone. Water temperatures are in the mid-80s. Inshore, the action should start returning to a more summer-type pattern now that the influx of boat traffic has subsided. Anglers who were able to get away from the crowds enjoyed some decent fishing with both flounder and red drum. Better action was found in the bays and creeks in the lower Cape Fear River, but some had luck around Wrightsville Beach, fishing the docks and inlets. Speaking of docks, anglers targeting sheepshead have had decent luck with one arm bandits, fiddler crabs and barnacles. Old-timers will tell you the best way to increase your chances of catching sheepshead is to scrape the barnacles off the pilings then lower your bait into the chum cloud. This not only

c onditions and muddy/dirty water churned up by the storm. A few anglers managed to report a few Spanish mackerel being caught along Masonboro Island; however, the fishing and catching has been few and far between. Farther off the beach, the king mackerel are in the 10-mile range, with better fishing being found about 5 miles farther out. Areas around the 23 Mile Rock out to around 30 miles have been producing some decent dolphin fishing. Bottom fishing in the 30-mile range has been producing decent catches of grouper, black sea bass, snapper and trigger fish. For those bottom fishing in these areas, the short season for red snapper will officially open this weekend. During the dates July 11-13, July 18-20 and July 25-26, anglers will be able to keep one red snapper per person. For more information, visit the NCDMF website.

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Evan Thompson of Jacksonville, Fla. outmaneuvers his opponents to win first place in the pro division at the O’Neill/Sweetwater Pro-Am Surf Fest July 14, 2013.

By Cole Dittmer Staff Writer

Surfers from seasoned pros like Ben Bourgeois to groms unable to paddle into waves on their own will take to the surf this weekend for the 9th Annual O’Neill Sweetwater Pro-Am presented by Verizon. The contest will kick off on Friday, July 11, and contest organizer Brad Beach said both the pro and amateur divisions should be full again this year with around 64 surfers competing for portions of the $15,000 pro cash purse and more than 250 in the amateur divisions. “The planning has been going great but now it is up to the things we don’t have control over, which are the weather and the

waves,” Beach said. “I am a little nervous about the weather, but as I have learned over the years, you cannot worry about those kinds of things.” In addition to Wrightsville Beach native Ben Bourgeois, pro surfers like Corey Lopez, Brett Barley, Aaron Cormican and more will compete in the top pro division. At the exact opposite end of the surfing spectrum represented at the contest, Beach said he always looks forward to the groms in the Guppy division that require a push from their parents or the staff at Wrightsville Beach Surf Camp. That division will compete on Saturday, July 12. Beach also said he was excited for this year’s contest because of the addition of two major

sponsors, Verizon and Pacifico. Verizon, Beach said, was interested in using the sponsorship as an employee recruitment tool. “It is nice to have that kind of sponsorship sign on and it is needed to be able to grow the event,” he said. “I think they view Wrightsville as a great area to find new employees; they are there to attract the men and women coming out of college and that demographic that show up at these contests.” As for community partnerships, Beach said the contest has always been able to count on healthy support from local businesses. “Tower 7, Red Dog’s, Sweetwater, Wrightsville Beach Surf Camp, Vito’s and all those merchants have been part of the event from the first year,”

Beach said. “That is why I call it a community event because, even though we get pros that come from all around the United States, just the level of community involvement is substantial.” Along with the surf contest action July 11-13, the pro-am will host a few different events throughout like a meet the pros night at Red Dog’s on Friday, the official contest party at Red Dog’s on Saturday night and the Music and Arts Festival in Wrightsville Beach Park Saturday evening. As far as additional support for the contest, Sweetwater Surf Shop manager Jason Baysden said a few volunteers are still needed. To volunteer, phone Sweetwater at 910-256-3821. email cole@luminanews.com

Hurricane Arthur attracts surfers By Sarah Thomas Intern

While most people fear and distance themselves from hurricanes, there is one contingent of the community that enjoys a certain aspect of them. Surfers flocked to Wrightsville Beach when Hurricane Arthur approached in hopes of catching some big waves produced by the storm. Arthur was at its most intense at Wrightsville Beach during the late afternoon and evening hours on Thursday, July 3, leaving many surfers to have to wait until the following morning to try their luck. There were mixed emotions in the surfing community about the quality of waves that this storm produced, but many were thankful to have the opportunity for waves during the usually flat summer season. “Whenever a hurricane comes through, surfers drop what they’re doing, grab their boards and head

to the beach,” said surfer London Paulson of Wilmington. “You want to take advantage of the time you have. A good swell is rare in the summer.” Paulson hit the waves at the south end of Wrightsville Beach around 6 a.m. on Friday morning. Waves were forming very nicely for the first few hours of his session, but by 9 a.m., they were starting to deteriorate, Paulson said. The quick weakening of the waves early Friday was attributed to a northwest wind that blew over Thursday night, eventually coming out of the west later Friday morning, said surfer Charles Thomas of Wilson, N.C. The close proximity of the hurricane to shore also shortened the window of time for good waves. “If the storm had been 300 miles offshore, you would have gotten a day’s worth of waves,” Thomas said. “But I think everyone was happy to get some waves because it has been so flat for

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most of June. You take what you can get.” Some surfers braved the ocean during the storm Thursday. Surfer Ward Bridger of Wilmington went out around noon the day the storm hit. The waves were breaking close to shore and were barreling. There weren’t many people around, and lifeguards followed him and his group closely, Bridger said. Bridger went out again the following morning at Masonboro Island, but said that it was very crowded and the waves were disappointing. The best waves came around midnight to 3 a.m. because the storm hit in the evening, he said. “This hurricane wasn’t quite as good as others because the swell was really short,” said Bridger. “Either you surfed when it was dangerous during the storm or you surfed small waves the morning after.” Surfer Teddy Hardeen of Wilmington missed out on surfing

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Surfers at the south end near the Masonboro Inlet jetties jumped at the opportunity to sneak in a quick session the morning of Thursday, July 3, before Hurricane Arthur caused conditions to deteriorate when it passed by Wrightsville Beach that evening.

because of power outages. “I heard later that people had gone out when the wind went offshore right after dark on Thursday for good waves,” Hardeen said. “I lost cable and Internet during the storm, so I didn’t see everyone

posting about it.” Hardeen attempted to surf early Friday morning, but determined that the waves were too small. He said the buildup to hurricanes is usually better and that this one was disappointing with the lack

of waves it produced. “Of course you have to respect hurricanes, but at the same time, they can be very fun for surfers,” Paulson said. “But it is important for surfers to know the boundaries.”

TIDES Masonboro Inlet Latitude 34° 11’ N, Longitude 77° 49’ W

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Azalea Coast

Real Estate Residential Real Estate Sales Trends Downtown 28401

Central Wilmington 28403-28405

Active Listings: 208 New Listings: 6 Went Pending: 4 Sold Units 4 Absorption Rate**: 11 Sold last 12 months: 223

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All of New Hanover County

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**Absorption gives you an idea of the number of months it will take for the current inventory to be sold out based on the last twelve months of sales. Note: This representation is based in whole, or in part, on data supplied by the Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors (WRAR) Multiple Listing Service. Neither the WRAR nor their MLS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the WRAR or their MLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. All information herein has not been verified and is not guaranteed. ©2009 Multiple Listing Service of the Wilmington Regional Association of REALTORS, Inc.

Realtor election By Miriah Hamrick, Staff Writer

Internet impacts leadership vision

Six candidates are running for elected offices. Clockwise from top right: Jeff Lesley, director; Debbie Lariviere, director; Shari Cutting, director; Lori Speight, director; Don Harris, vice president; Ryan Crecelius, vice president.

handful of leaders with a vision for the future of real estate have staked claims to elected offices within the Wilmington Regional Association of Realtors. Jody Wainio, 2014 president, said good leadership is critically important as the housing market continues to recover from the economic recession and the industry stakes its claim in a landscape changed by websites like Trulia and Zillow. “The Internet has changed everything, so truly understanding the value of a Realtor in a transaction is going to be key … to be that role model, so that our customers and consumers and clients understand what we bring to the table,” Wainio said. Profiles of the six candidates vying for leadership positions are available online and members are encouraged to prepare before voting opens on Aug. 7. Ryan Crecelius and Don Harris are candidates for the office of vice president. Whomever is elected to the three-year term ascends to the presidency with the winning candidate fulfilling leadership roles in the association and its for-profit sister business, the Wilmington MLS, before becoming president in the final year. Wainio said a broad understanding of the real estate business is an essential qualification for the next vice president and president of the association. As the leader of more than 1,800 real estate professionals who are likely focused on day-to-day operations, Wainio said the ideal candidate will make decisions with the future of the industry in mind. “It’s more like building a strategy for longer-term success,” Wainio said. “What I’ve tried to focus on is getting my members engaged in the business, understanding the political ramifications of electing officials making decisions that are not in the best interest of property owners.” Crecelius said he founded his own brokerage firm, Do Good Real Estate, in response to the changing market. He added that he is a big believer in the need to adapt, and looks forward to helping others adapt if he is elected. “We have a phenomenally run association but for me, it’s about having our membership understand that our industry is changing drastically and that we need to adapt, quick, because our consumers are changing fast and our value proposition to our clients is going to be different in two years, five years, definitely in 10,” Crecelius said. “It’s really about higher standards and keeping focus and being ahead of the curve.” The president does not work in isolation, though, and Wainio said the ideal candidate would also be able to lead people, as the president works with the board of directors to make decisions in the best

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interest of association members. “That’s the key in being a good president. Understanding people, how they work and how they think, and how can you help them be the best they can be,” Wainio said. Harris, an agent at the Intracoastal Realty office in Lumina Station, said his philosophy of leadership is rooted in service, after graduating from the North Carolina Association of Realtors Leadership Academy in 2008. “In anything where you’re working with people, listening is one of the better skills. If you can listen, and empathize and rationalize people’s needs, wants, desires and mold those into the greater good of a group of people, that’s what leadership is,” Harris said. Crecelius and Harris both currently serve on the association’s board of directors. Four candidates are running for three vacancies on the board of directors: Shari Cutting, broker at Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage; Debbie Lariviere, broker at Keller Williams Realty; Jeff Lesley, sales associate with Century 21 Sweyer & Associates; and Lori Speight, founder and brokerin-charge of Masonboro Realty. The two candidates with the most votes will be elected to three-year terms while the candidate with the next highest amount of votes will be elected to a one-year term. Wainio said the board of directors is ideally a diverse group, representing many different professions within the industry. “We have people around our directors’ table that do different things. We have property managers, appraisers, members of large firms and members of small firms, brokers in charge of large firms and small firms. Everyone comes to help a different facet of the membership,” Wainio said. While the directors are expected to represent the people they work with, they are also expected to make decisions to benefit the spectrum of real estate professionals. “The directors need to have the best interest of the members at heart. … Their biggest challenge is realizing they’re making decisions as to what’s best for the membership, not necessarily what’s best for their small firm.” Like the vice president, directors will receive orientation and training to groom them into the role. Voting will be open Aug. 7 through 1 p.m. on Sept. 4 through the association’s website. Profiles for each candidate can be viewed at www.wrar.com. The results will be announced at the 2014 Annual Meeting. email miriah@luminanews.com

Nailing hot topics with industry insiders

Ribbon Cutting and Dedication

Networking Mixer

Green Building Lunch & Learn

Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity July 11, 12 122 South 16th Street

Wilmington-Cape Fear Home Builders Association July 17, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Free Florida Tile, 6500 Windmill Way

Cape Fear Green Building Alliance July 17, 11 a.m., $15 members, $20 nonmembers Bluewater Grill

A ribbon cutting with Jack and Jill of America, sponsors of the house, will take place July 11 at 10 a.m. and a dedication ceremony for homeowner LaTonya and her family will take place July 12 at 2 p.m.

Bring business cards to register to win prizes, including a Samsung Galaxy 3 Tablet during the monthly mixer. Food and beverages are provided and preregistration is requested. RSVP at www.wcfhba.com

Todd Dorsey, 2014 chair of the North Carolina chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, will discuss the perceived challenge of securing financing for green construction and renovation projects, value implications for sustainable building projects and assisting appraiser. Register at www.cfgba.org

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Business News Locally made natural alternative to mainstream deodorant By Sarah Thomas

College Grads: Considering Graduate School?

Intern

An alternative deodorant, without the common chemicals usually present, has recently been introduced to the Wilmington area. Ozone Layer Deodorant is locally made and completely natural. This healthy alternative is now sold in markets in the greater Wilmington area. It supposedly frees consumers from the health risks associated with aluminum, parabens and propylene glycol — ingredients commonly found in mainstream deodorants. “We are potentially saving lives,” co-founder Reid McEwen said. “Breast cancer survivors are often told not to wear antiperspirants and deodorants. Ours is so nonthreatening that they can.” From Ohio, co-founders McEwen and Todd Platzer moved to Kure Beach 10 weeks ago. They brought their natural deodorant business with them, continuing to make it themselves. They developed their final product less than a year ago. The stick deodorant consists of only shea butter and beeswax, infused with oxygen and pure ozone, McEwen said. The oxygen kills the cause of body odor, which can be caused by anaerobic bacteria. The chemicals found in many deodorants have been linked to breast cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and potentially prostate cancer, McEwen said. About 60 percent of what is put on the skin is absorbed, which is how

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Produced in Kure Beach and sold in local stores like Lovey’s Market, Ozone Layer Deodorant is a natural product, devoid of common chemicals found in many big brand deodorants such as aluminum, parabens and propylene glycol.

nicotine and birth control patches work, McEwen explained. The FDA doesn’t regulate what is in cosmetics; it just has labeling requirements, McEwen said. Even supposedly natural deodorants like Tom’s use propylene glycol, which is a derivative of petroleum. He explained their deodorant was useful in eradicating odor even after it develops because it killsthe root cause of it. McEwen graduated with a Master’s Degree in Business, and Platzer earned an undergraduate business degree, as well as a Master’s Degree in Public Health. They are able to balance each other’s skills and handle different

aspects of the business, making a great team, McEwen said. The deodorant was picked up by Lovey’s Market in Wilmington, the Veggie Wagon in Carolina Beach, Upscale Resale in Oak Island and Amazon.com. McEwen and Platzer also sell their deodorant at local farmers’ markets, including Oak Island, Kure Beach, Carolina Beach and Southport. They plan to sell at the downtown Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach farmers’ markets soon, McEwen said. Ozone Layer has recently been picked up by a grocery chain in Charlotte, N.C., as well as one in their native Ohio. The next step will be industrializing manufacturing,

so the partners can focus on selling, McEwen said. Six scents are currently available, including lavender and tea tree as well as unscented. McEwen said they continue to work on new fragrance options. John Setliff of Wilmington, an Ozone Layer Deodorant user, had a positive experience with the product. “I’ve always had problems with deodorant making my skin break out after a couple of weeks of usage,” Setliff said. “I’ve been using this since April and haven’t had any problems.” To find out more about the Ozone Layer product, visit ozonedeodorant.com

Ice sculptures by Ski Kowalski

When is the best time to go?

Dave Dupont

Never go to graduate school by default. Furthering your education without a plan is the top reason for a burnout. Graduate school is not simply an extension of your undergraduate program. Be prepared for a more demanding course load and greater time and monetary commitments. Opinions vary about how wise it is to go directly to graduate school after completing undergraduate work. Recent graduates often find that momentum, sharpened study skills and fewer obligations outside of school can help. For others, those factors can contribute to a burnout. Keep in mind that much of your decision about attending graduate school right away depends on your profession. Graduates should be sure to assess their future professional field.

What is your career goal?

It is important to have a clear understanding of what you want to do with your career and how obtaining a degree will help you reach your goals. Do the proper research to determine if having an advanced degree is looked upon favorably in your field.

Which is the best school for you?

Since graduate programs are much more tailored and focused, the choice of where to attend graduate school is also important. Experts often advise students to avoid continuing their education at the same school at which they completed their undergraduate program, so they are able to gain new experience and perspectives.

Can you afford it?

Assess your financial situation before jumping back into school. You may have to readjust your personal investment and saving strategies to make graduate school a feasible option. Also, consider the financial aid offered by schools you’re considering. Many offer low-rate loans or tuition reimbursement in exchange for helping with research or teaching. If you’re currently working, contact a human resources representative with your employer to see if you qualify for a tuition reimbursement program. Ultimately, the benefits of graduate school tend to outweigh not pursuing an advanced degree. But, as in all big life decisions, your unique situation should be the determining factor. Carefully weigh your options and the right solution will present itself. This article is provided by Dave Dupont, a Financial Advisor at RBC Wealth Management. RBC Wealth Management does not endorse this organization or publication. RBC Wealth Management, a division of RBC Capital Markets LLC, Member NYSE/ FINRA/SIPC

Local farmers’ markets Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market

Riverfront Farmers’ Market

Mondays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located in the Town Municipal Complex Market runs through Labor Day

Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located along North Water Street downtown Market runs through Nov. 22

Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market SUDOKU by Myles

Michael “Ski” Kowalski from Ice Sensations carves a pattern into an ice sculpture for a party at Landis Farm, Saturday, June 28. ~ Emmy Errante

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Sherman’s Lagoon

Hopelessness • Rage, uncontrolled anger, seeking

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There’s a lagoon called Kapupu near the island of Kapupu in the sunny North Pacific just west of the Elabaob Islands in the Palauan archipelago of Micronesia. Sherman the Shark, his wife, Megan, and a host of other ocean occupants call it home. Occasionally, the hairless beach apes with their so-called civilized human ways try to encroach on the Lagoonies’ tropical paradise. So, there’s bound to be high jinks in this coral-reef heaven...

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reason for living; no sense of purpose in life

If you or anyone you know exhibits one or more of these feelings or behaviors, seek help as soon as possible by contacting a mental health professional or calling: The National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 or Your Wilmington Crisis Hotline: 910-392-7408 © Workin4u Inc

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Church Notes Church Services

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Little Chapel On the Boardwalk Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Rev. Patrick Thomas Rabun, pastor 2 W. Fayetteville St., 910-256-2819, ext. 100 Early Worship: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Traditional Worship: 10:30 a.m. St. Andrew’s On-The-Sound Episcopal The Rev. Richard G. Elliott, rector 101 Airlie Road, 910-256-3034 7:45 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m. St. James episcopal church Mt. Lebanon Chapel (Near Airlie Gardens)

8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II Wrightsville Beach Baptist church Keith Louthan, church pastor 601 Causeway Drive, 910-256-3682 Traditional Service: 9-10 a.m. Sunday School: 10:10-11 a.m. Celebration Services: 11:10 a.m.-12:20 p.m. Wrightsville United Methodist Church Bob Bauman, senior pastor 4 Live Oak Drive, 910-256-4471 Worship Services: 8:30, 9:45, 11:15 a.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. St. Therese Catholic church Father Joe Vetter 209 S. Lumina Ave., 910-256-2471 Mass: Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Sunday, 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; Monday, noon; Tuesday, 6 p.m.; Wednesday – Thursday noon; Thursday noon followed by Eucharistic Adoration St. Mark Catholic Church Father Patrick A. Keene 1011 Eastwood Road, 910-392-0720 Vigil Mass: Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday Masses: 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. en español Monday Mass: 8:30 a.m. Tuesday Mass: 6 p.m. Wednesday Mass: 8:30 a.m. Thursday Mass: 8:30 a.m. followed by Adoration and noon Benediction Friday Mass: 8:30 a.m.

A local word on the Word Rev. Patrick Thomas Rabun, Little Chapel on the Boardwalk

God of Surprises! The preacher ranted, slapping the pulpit with his fist as he shouted to the congregation: “How come people will drive two hours to watch a football game that lasts three hours, but they can’t drive 10 minutes to come to worship that lasts an hour?” From the back somebody shouted, “SIN!” “Amen,” the preacher belted. “We’re living in a sinful world where people don’t care about the Word of God anymore. When those sports fans get to the Day of Judgment, we’ll see how loud they cheer about ignoring Jesus!” There was a volley of “amen” that roared through the congregation. That was my first and only experience at a revival service and I really hope that the pastor was wrong about the Day of Judgment, because when I lived in Alabama and my daughter was attending Auburn University, I would drive two and a half hours to see Auburn play football. But I do have to admit that I wonder to myself why is going to a football or basketball game, or any sporting event for that matter, more fun than going to church? You may have your own answer, but I think it has a lot to do with “unpredictability.” What makes a ball game exciting is that you can’t know exactly what’s going to happen next. You can hope your team will score a touchdown, or recover a fumble or intercept a pass, you can hope for a homerun or a double play, you can pray for a three point shot, but you can’t know until the play happens. There is always that thrilling — if sometimes nerve-wracking- sense that things are unfolding beyond any one person’s control.

Going to church, on the other hand, for the most part is a terribly predictable experience. Most of the time our worship services are in total control of the preacher who has already, in his or her mind, mapped out a course of how the service will flow, and for the most part that includes no surprises. It can be like watching a rerun for the thirtieth time. Now don’t get me wrong, I do think we need order, God desires for us to have order, just as certain predictabilities (order) are necessary to a football game (four quarters, set rules, consistent/predicable officiating). The predictability of God’s goodness and victory over sin and death are necessary to our faith and worship. But within order there must be room for surprise — necessary in sports for the sake of excitement; necessary in worship because, frankly, God’s activities are mysterious and beyond human control. Within the order of that revival service I attended, there was tremendous space for the Spirit of God to move. And because those individuals worshipping that night had their hearts open to the Spirit, there was clapping, singing, even some dancing in the aisles. I have to say, I was not prepared … but found myself getting caught up in the excitement, in the unpredictability of it all. I realize that type of worship might not be for all, and that is OK, but wherever you worship, if you attend a service with the expectation of surprise, then chances are the God of surprises will not let you down. You see, God is a playwright of exciting surprises. If we are open to God’s direction, things will not be boring. Attend the church of your choice this Sunday and let God surprise you!

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Look upon your remembrance and what made you glad Those things that made you happy and removed the sad Your story has a day of remembrance you shared first with Me That day the Holy Spirit entered your life for all to see What changes you made to your life in a positive way That day is a remembrance in your life to stay Because of your choice the path before you changed Do not look upon the new path so strange It is My desire to walk beside you all your life through The remembrance of the path with Me will be tried and true Joy, peace, happiness will be the remembrance of this choice These are the messages of remembrance you will voice Glory and honor, peace and mercy came to you that day They fill your life with the remembrance of each day as you pray The love of family is the most important remembrance I can give you Keep it in the blessing of your heart and in the front of your mind too

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(Psa 77:6 KJV) I call to remembrance my song in the night: I commune with mine own heart: and my spirit made diligent search. (Psa 102:12 KJV) But thou, O LORD, shalt endure for ever; and thy remembrance unto all generations. (Luke 22:19 NRSV) Then he took a loaf of bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” (John 14:26 KJV) But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. (1 Cor 11:25 NRSV) In the same way he took the cup also, after supper, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.” (2 Tim 1:3 KJV) I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day;

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Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James Lawrence Bradley and Ruth Milton Bradley to Gott & Keenan, Trustee(s), dated the 17th day of January, 2007, and recorded in Book 5131, Page 264, 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 July 15, 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: In New Hanover County: All of Lot 13 in Building 17 in the Windgrove Park at Merestone, Phase 3, as the same shown on map recorded in Map Book 38 at Page 103 in the New Hanover County Registry. Together with and subject to all of the rights, covenants, easements, conditions and restrictions contained in the Declaration recorded in Book 2237 at Page 242 and following pages in said Registry, and all amendments and supplements thereto. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3845 Merestone Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina. Parcel ID Number: RO 6516-007-013-000 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 sub-

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Thompson and Ivan P. Thompson to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), dated the 25th day of August, 2008, and recorded in Book 5345, Page 853, 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 July 15, 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:

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.

Land situated in the County of New Hanover in the State of NC: BEING all of Lot 18, Phase 2, Cassimir Commons, as shown on a map of same duly recorded in Map Book 38 at Page 40 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 7324 Cassimir Place, 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.

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.

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ant 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: 1132493 (FC.FAY) July 3 and 10, 2014 13 SP 56 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 Robert Shaw a/k/a Robert L. Shaw to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated November 28, 2007 and recorded on November 29, 2007 in Book 5255 at Page 2195, 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 July 15, 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 in the County of New Hanover and State of North Carolina, and being described as follows: All of Lot 2B, Section 1, Oakridge Subdivision, as the same is shown on a revised map record-

ed in Map Book 25 at Page 106 in the New Hanover County Registry, and being the same lands described in a deed recorded in Book 2363 at Page 69 in said registry, and having the Tax Parcel Identification Number R06506008-022-004. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 581 Parkway Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28412. 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 Robert L. Shaw. 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.: 12-19971-FC01 July 3 and 10, 2014 14 SP 127 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 Frances P. Nichols and James B. Nichols to Trustee Services of Carolina, Trustee(s), which was dated May 22, 2006 and recorded on August 1, 2006 in Book 5059 at Page 2041, 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 July 15, 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: All that certain property situated in the County of New Hanover and State of North Carolina, being more fully described in a deed dated 10/25/2002 and recorded 11/18/2002, among the land records of the county and state set forth above, in Deed Volume 3524 and Page 782. And being more particularly described as follows: All of Lots 41 and 41G, Section 10, Summerlin Falls, as shown on that map recorded in Map Book 38, Page 245, New Hanover County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1003 Summerlin Falls Court, Wilmington, NC 28412. 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 James B. Nichols and wife, Frances Nichols. 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.: 13-20043-FC01 July 3 and 10, 2014 12 SP 1313 AMENDED 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 Frank J. Vanderhaar and Rebecca J. Vanderhaar to Julia Boseman, Trustee(s), which was dated June 21, 2004 and recorded on June 25, 2004 in Book 4383 at Page 304, 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 July 15, 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 80R, Section 6, Brittany Woods, as shown on that map recorded in Map Book 31 at Page 320 in the New Hanover County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1208 Potomac Court, 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 Frank J. Vanderhaar and wife, Rebecca J. Vanderhaar. 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

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L E G A L N O T I C ES 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.: 12-20339-FC01 July 3 and 10, 2014 12 SP 1165 AMENDED 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 James O. Richardson, Jr. and Melissa S. Richardson to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated October 10, 2006 and recorded on October 16, 2006 in Book 5092 at Page 1178, 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 July 15, 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 29 in Block 2, of Hanover Heights Subdivision as shown on the map thereof duly recorded in Map Book 5, at Page 82 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County. Subject to restrictions applicable to said property as recorded in Book 550, Page 249 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 910 Francis Marion Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412. 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 James O. Richardson, Jr. and wife, Melissa S. Richardson. 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.: 12-12437-FC01 July 3 and 10, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 391 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Robert Hawn, Jr. and Amy Gregorio Hawn to Brock, Scott and Ingersoll, Trustee(s), dated the 25th day of July, 2005, and recorded in Book 4880, Page 124, 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 July 15, 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 Lots (s) 78, Section 1, Bridgeport Subdivision, recorded in Map Book(s) 31, Page(s) 133, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4313 Bridgeport 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: 1126007 (FC.FAY) July 3 and 10, 2014 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 11 SP 9 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Charles Allan Child to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), dated the 30th day of April, 1997, and recorded in Book 2174, Page 0962, 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 July 15, 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 a unit ownership in real property, under and pursuant to Chapter 47A of the North Carolina General Statues, entitled “Unit Ownership Act” and being more specifically described as all of Unit 11, Building B, of Harbour Place, Phase I, a condominium project situated upon real property located within the City of Wilmington, State of North Carolina, as said real property is described in the “Declaration creating unit ownership of property under the provisions of Chapter 47A of the general statutes of the State of North Carolina, referred to hereinbelow; said Unit being more specifically described by reference to and shown upon that set of plans of Harbour Place, Phase I, which are recorded as Exhibit “C” to said Declaration, which is recorded in Book 1248, beginning at Page 0762, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of New Hanover County, North Carolina, reference to which is hereby made for a more complete description thereof; said plans also being recorded in Condominium Plat Book 6, at Page 56, in said Office; said Unit also being more specifically defined in said Declaration, together with all appurtenances thereto belonging, including but not limited to, the undivided interest in the common areas and facilities of Harbour Place, Phase I, appurtenant to said Unit as the same is established in said Declaration, which is 1.4423%. Including the Unit located thereon; said Unit being located at 2537 Flint Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina. Together with and Subject to all rights, privileges, easements, obligations, restrictions, covenants and conditions applicable and appurtenant to said Unit, specifically, and to unit ownership in Harbour Place, Phase I in general, as the same are stated in said Declaration, referred to hereinabove 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: 1050212 (FC.FAY) July 3 and 10, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 402 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James Wilson Jr., (James Wilson, Jr., deceased) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Armond Tirrell Wilson, devisee, Kimberly Wilson, devisee and Dapril Wilson, devisee) to Sonny Hastings, Trustee(s), dated the 2nd day of May, 2001, and recorded in Book 2923, Page 1711, 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 July 15, 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 7A, BLOCK 17, BELVEDERE EXTENSION NO. 2, AS SHOWN ON MAP OF SAME RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 6 AT PAGE 81 OF THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY REGISTRY, REFERENCE TO WHICH IS REFERENCE TO WHICH IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION. Being that parcel of land conveyed to JAMES WILSON, JR. AND WIFE, SANDRA BELL WILSON from ROBERT RAYMOND CLATTY AND WIFE, EVANTHA E. CLATTY by that deed dated 01/31/1986 and recorded 02/07/1986 in deed book 1317, at page 964 of the NEW HANOVER County, NC Public Registry. Being that parcel of land conveyed to JAMES WILSON, JR., UNMARRIED from SANDRA B. WILSON, UNMARRIED by that deed dated 08/20/1999 and recorded 08/25/1999 in deed book 2631, at page 760 of the NEW HANOVER County, NC Public Registry. Together with improvements thereon, said property located at 2004 Shirley Road, Wilmington, NC 28405. Parcel# R0-4811006-001-000 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 COMMUNICA-

TION 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: 1127996 (FC.CH) July 3 and 10, 2014 13 SP 1281 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 Robert L. Griggs and Amanda B. Griggs to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated March 24, 2003 and recorded on March 25, 2003 in Book 3704 at Page 607, 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 July 15, 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 14, Section Four, Soundside Subdivision, as shown on map of same recorded in Map Book 42 at Page 318 of the New Hanover County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with that certain 32’ x 76’ Entertainer by Fleetwood manufactured home bearing Serial No. NCFL341A/B55307CY23 and Model No. 0764F located upon said premises and permanently affixed to the real estate. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 613 Soundside Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412. 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 Robert L. Griggs and wife, Amanda B. Griggs. 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 rent-

al 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.: 08-01631-FC04 July 3 and 10, 2014

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 396 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jason P. Sharpe and Robin S. Sharpe to John C. Warren, Trustee(s), dated the 30th day of September, 2005, and recorded in Book 4917, Page 797, 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 July 22, 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 Unit 31, of Pembroke at Landfall, Phase 8, a Condominium, as the same is described in the Declaration establishing a Plan of Condominium ownership of certain lands and improvements thereto in said County of New Hanover, said Declaration being dated July 22, 1992, and recorded in Book 1613 at Page 0962 of the Land Records of New Hanover County, North Carolina, and which said Unit is herewith conveyed in conformity with Chapter 47-C of the North Carolina General Statutes referred to as the “Condominium Act” of the State of North Carolina and the first through seventh amendments thereto, said Amendments being recorded in Book 1639 at Page 0587; Book 1641 at Page 0893; Book 1716 at Page 0920; Book 1716 at Page 0929; Book 1745, at Page 1193; Book 1807 at Page 0094; Book 1844, at Page 433, respectively, of the New Hanover County Registry and includes the fee in an undivided 4.1% interest in the common areas and common elements in Pembroke at Landfall, a Condominium and the real property described in said Declaration. Including the Unit located thereon; said Unit being located at 1702 Fontenay Place, Unit 31, Wilmington, North Carolina. As a further aid in this Description, reference is hereby made to Unit Ownership Plat Book 10 at Pages 318 through 321 which is recorded in the Land Records of the New Hanover County, NC and which contains the official recorded survey map of Pembroke at Landfall, Phase 9, a Condominium, as well as the floor plans for the Units. Subject to the provisions of said Condominium Act of the State of North Carolina and any Amendments thereto and to the conditions, restrictions, easements, covenants and agreements set forth in said Declaration of Pembroke at Landfall, a Condominium dated July 22, 1992, and recorded in Book 1613 at Page 0962 of the Land Records of New Hanover County, North Carolina and the first through seventh amendments thereto, said Amendments being recorded in Book 1639 at Page 0587; Book 1641 at Page 0893; Book 1716 at Page 0920; Book 1716 at Page 0929; Book 1745 at Page 1193; Book 1807 at Page 0094; Book 1844 at Page 433, respective-

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L E G A L N O T I C ES ly, of the New Hanover County Registry and to the Bylaws of Pembroke Condominium Association, Inc., and any amendments thereto. Also included herein is an easement to be used in common with other unit owners for the use of any common areas and common elements as set forth in the Declaration. Subject to an easement in common with other unit owners to use the common area and common elements located within or appurtenant to Pembroke at Landfall, all phases, a Condominium, as set forth in the Declaration. Together with an exclusive easement for the use and enjoyment of any limited common areas appurtenant to the unit conveyed herein as so designated in the Declaration or on the recorded map of the Condominium. Subject to any easements now existing or hereafter created for the installation, use and maintenance of electric, water, utility or drainage lines, provided same do not interfere with the use or enjoyment of the Units Subject to zoning ordinances of the County of New Hanover and Statutes of the State of North Carolina and the United States of America affecting the use of the property. 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: 1135643 (FC.FAY) July 10 and 17, 2014 13 SP 673 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 Anthony Todd Hawthorne and Kathryn Travis Hawthorne to Robert Calder, Jr., Trustee(s), which was dated April 22, 2004 and recorded on April 23, 2004 in Book 4290 at Page 4, 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 July 22, 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: That real estate located in the County of New Hanover, State of North Carolina, more particularly described as follows: All of Lot 37 in Harbour Point Development as the same is shown on map recorded in Map Book 43 at Page 370 in the New Hanover County Registry, together with and subject

to all of the rights, convenants, easements, conditions, and restrictiongs contained in the declarations recorded in Book 2759 at Pages 438 and 460 and following pages in said Registry, and being one of those lots described in the deed recorded in Book 4233 at Page 795 in said Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 239 Silver Sloop Way, Carolina Beach, NC 28428. 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 Anthony Todd Hawthorne and wife, Kathryn Travis Hawthorne. 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.: 13-21519-FC01 July 10 and 17, 2014

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA NEW HANOVER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 13 SP 1034 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ROBERT E. CALDER, JR. AND WIFE, MELVA P. CALDER, AND J. KEITH CALDER AND WIFE, ALICE R. CALDER, RECORDED IN BOOK 5026, PAGES 726 ET SEQ. ON MAY 24, 2006, IN THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY REGISTRY, BY JERRY A. MANNEN, JR., APPOINTED SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED IN BOOK 5775, PAGES 1940 ET SEQ. IN THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY REGISTRY. NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND FIXTURES Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the Deed of Trust Securing Future Advances executed and delivered by Robert E. Calder, Jr., husband, and wife, Melva P. Calder, and J. Keith Calder, husband, and wife, Alice R. Calder, (“Borrower”) dated May 24, 2006 and recorded on May 24, 2006, in Book 5026, Pages 726, et seq., New Hanover County Registry (“Deed of Trust”), and because of defaults in and payment of the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust, and pursuant to the Order of the Superior Court for New Hanover County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure proceeding, the undersigned, Jerry A. Mannen, Jr., Substitute Trustee by instrument recorded in Book 5775, Pages 1940 et seq. of the New Hanover County Registry, will expose for sale at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash, that certain tract of property located in New Hanover County, North Carolina (including any improvements thereon) as more particularly described as: BEGINNING at the intersection of the eastern line of Sixth Street with the northern right of way line of Princess; running thence northwardly and along the eastern line of Sixth Street 58 feet; thence eastwardly and parallel with Princess Street 165 feet; thence southwardly, parallel with Sixth Street 58 feet to the northern line of Princess Street; thence with and along the northern line of Princess Street westwardly 165 feet to the point of beginning, being part of the western one-half of Lot 5 in Block 183, according to the official plan of the City of Wilmington, North Carolina, as prepared by James and Brown, Civil Engineers, in 1870; and being the same lands described in instrument recorded in Book 2391 at Page 65 in the office of the Registrar of Deeds for New Hanover County. The record owner of the abovedescribed real property as reflected by the records in the New Hanover County Registry not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this Notice is Borrower, Robert E. Calder, Jr. and wife, Melva P. Calder, and J. Keith Calder and wife, Ann R. Calder and is more commonly known as 611 Princess Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. The above-described real property and fixtures will be sold subject to any and all superior mortgages, deeds of trust and liens, including, without limitation, the lien of all unpaid ad valorem taxes and assessments, as well as easements, conditions, restrictions and other matters of record filed prior to the Deed of Trust.

The above-described property will be sold “AS IS, WHERE IS.” The property is not being sold subject to or together with any subordinate rights or interests. Neither the Substitute Trustee, nor the holder of the Note secured by the Deed of Trust being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representatives of either the Substitute 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 sold, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such conditions expressly are disclaimed. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. Section 45-21.10 and the terms of the Deed of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to deposit with the Substitute Trustee immediately upon conclusion of the sale a cash deposit or certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or $750.00. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid, in cash or certified check, at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders to the successful bidder a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the successful bidder shall remain liable on the bid as provided for in N.C.G.S. Sections 45-21.30 (d) and (e). The owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust may make a credit bid. Please be advised that an order for possession of the property may be issued by the Clerk of the Superior Court of New Hanover County pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession. Please be further advised that any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving this notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of any such rental agreement the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bid as the law requires. DATE OF SALE: July 18, 2014 HOUR OF SALE: 11:00 A.M. PLACE OF SALE: New Hanover County Courthouse, at the place where public notices of sale are posted, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 This the 25 day of June, 2014. Jerry A. Mannen, Jr. N.C. State Bar No. 17498 P.O. Box 479 Wilmington, North Carolina 28402 Telephone: (910) 762-2421 Facsimile: (910) 251-9247 Email: jamannen@yfmlaw.com July 10 and 17, 2014

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 July 23, 2014 at 11:30 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: 312 N 6th St, Wilmington, NC 28401. Tax Parcel ID: R04817-005-002-000 Present Record Owners: Andrea R Sywanyk. 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, 112502-00271 P1100640 7/10, 07/17/2014

13-SP-915 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 Andrea R Sywanyk, dated September 1, 2007 and recorded on September 14, 2007 in Book No. 5231 at Page 1132 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

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AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 10 SP 1077 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by John H. Braswell and Renee’ G. Braswell to Mitchell L. Heffernan, Trustee(s), dated the 6th day of April, 2006, and recorded in Book 5003, Page 2507, 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 July 22, 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 9, Beyond The Branch, as shown on map of same recorded in Map Book 26 at Page 24 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 5201 Shadow Branch Lane, 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

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L E G A L N O T I C ES 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.

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 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: 1036895 (FC.FAY) July 10 and 17, 2014 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 223 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by John Kevin Teachey to Scott R. Valby, Trustee(s), dated the 14th day of August, 2009, and recorded in Book 5433, Page 1211, 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 July 22, 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 201, Section 11, Meadowbrook Subdivision, as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 35, Page 362 in the New Hanover County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more complete description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2606 Conifer 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.

10 SP 2146 AMENDED 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 ROSALIND O. BULLOCK, A SINGLE WOMAN to AMY MANDART, Trustee(s), which was dated October 25, 2000 and recorded on October 27, 2000 in Book 2825 at Page 0790, 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 July 22, 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: LOCATED IN NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND BEING ALL OF LOT 4B, SECTION B OF BARCLAY HILLS, AS SHOWN ON A MAP OF SAME DULY RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 6 AT PAGE 43, AFORESAID COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 114 Barclay Hills Drive, 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 Robin Bridges Johnson. 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.: 10-38045-FC01 July 10 and 17, 2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of SALLYE J. CRAWFORD, 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 19th day of September, 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: 27 Spring Street Easthampton, Mass. 01027 This the 19th day of June, 2014 . Sequoia Crawford McDowell, Executor of the Estate of Sallye J. Crawford The MacDonald Law Firm, PLLC 1508 Military Cutoff Rd., Ste. 102 Wilmington, NC 28403 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of George W. Baughman, 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. Raspet, 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401, on or before the 29th day of September, 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 26th day of June, 2014. Ruby Baughman, Executrix of the Estate of George W. Baughman Jill L. Raspet Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301 Wilmington, NC 28401 June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 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 Madgelle Conrad Bean 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 September 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 26th day of June 2014. Connie Bean Edwards, Executrix 2736 Wisteria St. SW Supply, NC 28462 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER NOTICE TO CREDITORS The undersigned, Carl Gregg Webb, having qualified as the Executor of the Estate of Carolyn E. Webb, Deceased, hereby notifies all persons, firms or corporations having claims against the Decedent to exhibit same to the said Carl Gregg Webb, at the address set out below, on or before September 26, 2014 , or this notice may be pleaded in bar of any payment or recovery of same. All persons indebted to said Decedent will please make immediate payment to the undersigned at the address set out below. This the 26th day of June, 2014 Carl Gregg Webb EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF Carolyn E. Webb c/o ROBERT H. HOCHULI, JR. 219 RACINE DR., SUITE A6 WILMINGTON, NC 28403 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2014 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 Henry Wayne Phillips 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 September 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 26th day of June 2014. Billie C. Phillips, Executrix 218 Jamaica Drive Wilmington, NC 28401 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/2014 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the ESTATE OF MOZELLE P. MCCABE, 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 2nd day of October, 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 142 Lee Drive, Leland, NC 28451. This is the 3rd day of July 2014. Ralph E. McCabe, Jr., Executor ESTATE OF MOZELLE P. MCCABE James A. MacDonald The MacDonald Law Firm, PLLC 1508 Military Cutoff Road, Suite 102 Wilmington, NC 28403 July 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT EXECUTOR’S NOTICE The undersigned having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Carolyn Stubbs Sneeden 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 9th day of October 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per-

sons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate please make immediate payment.

This is the 10th day of July 2014. Charles Lawrence Sneeden, Jr., Executor 6217 Head Road Wilmington, NC 28409 07/10, 17, 24, 31/2014

This the 10th of July, 2014. Glenn F. Wilson, Jr. and Lynn W. Knape, Co-Executors of the Estate of Glenn F. Wilson, Sr. c/o Thomas J. Morgan Attorney at Law P.O. Box 1388 Wilmington, N. C. 28402 July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Co-Executrixes of the Estate of Sarah Cain Gibson, late of New Hanover County, North Carolina, the undersigned do hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned c/o Brian G. Morrison, 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401, on or before the 13th day of October, 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 10th day of July, 2014. Melissa Gibson Cline and Stephanie Gibson Taylor, Co-Executrixes of the Estate of Sarah Cain Gibson Brian G. Morrison Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301 Wilmington, NC 28401 July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2014 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF NEW HANOVER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA NEW HANOVER COUNTY In the Court of General Justice, District Court Division File No.14 CVD 2044 Divorce Complaint To: TIMOTHY JAMES LEWIS Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: That the Plaintiff be granted an absolute divorce from Defendant, TIMOTHY JAMES LEWIS, and that the bonds of matrimony heretofore existing between the parties be dissolved. You are required to make a defense to such pleading no later than August 20, 2014, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. This the 10th day of July 2014 KAREN HORN LEWIS, Plaintiff 33 Kerrie Street Currie, NC 28435 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/2014

SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 14 E 000803 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: GLENN F. WILSON, SR. CO-EXECUTORS’ NOTICE Having qualified as Co-Executors of the Estate of Glenn F. Wilson, Sr. of New Hanover County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said Glenn F. Wilson, Sr. to present them to the undersigned on or before October 10, 2014, that being three (3) months from the first date of publication of this Notice or same shall be pleaded in bar

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