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The Pros and Cons of Pinehurst No. 2

They’ve All Conquered Pinehurst No. 2

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From the Publisher may/june 2014 Sandhills Media Group, Inc. publisher/Editor Jill Futch Advertising Sales Jill Futch Julie Shaw

Ready for History The time has come – it’s finally arrived. Pinehurst No. 2 is about to make history. It will be the first course to host the U.S. Open and the U.S.Women’s Open Championships in consecutive weeks!

Pinehurst Magazine would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our visitors, whether you’re traveling a few miles or a few days, to the Pinehurst area. We’re glad you’re here.

On page 43, you’ll find schedules for both the Men’s and Women’s Opens. Our own David Droschak talks with two caddies looking to get in the championship, and we also get the inside scoop from Bob Farren, the man in charge of the greens at No. 2.

And what’s going on with those huge golf balls on huge tees around town? We explain it on page

58, in our “Living Art Exhibits On A Tee.” It’s pretty cool!

Now that the cold days are behind us, the warmer weather invites us to pack our closets with lighter, more colorful clothes. We found yellow is all the rage. Check out page 74 for some great warmer weather combos. Many do a great job of going from day to night.

As always, thank you for reading Pinehurst Magazine. And if you are new to the area, enjoy your time here. Check out our local shops and restaurants. Friendly people, beautiful weather and great golf – it’s what Pinehurst is all about.

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In This Issue

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departments Southern Chatter 22 Professional Spotlight 24 Tech Radar 26 Sporting 28 Do It Yourself 30 Wine Review 32 Book Review 67 Making Rooms ~ Patio 70 Calendar of Events 74 Be Fashionable ~ Yellow 78 Shopping Local Photograph © USGA/John Mummert

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FEATURES Pinehurst No. 2’s transformation won’t be a walk in the park for U.S. Open players.

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44 Women’s Work

U.S. Women’s Open gives Pinehurst a first-ever dual event.

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48 The Pros & Cons

A look at some of the players who

We show you the top five pros and cons of golfing history at one of the nation’s most storied golfing resorts.

Association tournaments played at

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Southern Chatter professional spotlight

At Home on the Course

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by Lari powell Hatley

It’s no wonder that Bob Farren, Director of Golf Courses and Greens Management at Pinehurst, is at home on the golf course. He grew up in West Virginia, splitting his time between the school where his mother taught and the golf course his father managed. “I loved it!” Bob says. “I always wanted to be in golf.”

When Bob graduated from Marshall University in 1979, he went to work in the golf industry. He had never been to North Carolina, but he says, “I felt drawn to it.” In 1982, he had the chance to interview here. “I was in awe: the history, the tradition. Then I walked into the dining room, and there was Ray Floyd. He was in his prime. It took my breath away!

I was sold! I spent the day interviewing. I never got past the courses, but when they offered me the

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position of Assistant Superintendent for Courses 1 and 4, I jumped at it.

The courses captured Bob’s heart and so did the talented young Tournament Director, Kathy Crow.

In 1984, Bob and Kathy were engaged. Thirty years later, they are still enjoying each other’s company.

More than 30 years later, Bob is still delighted with the golf courses at Pinehurst. He has overseen lots of changes and renovations. Asked about the most recent renovations, Bob replied that working closely with the team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, Pinehurst set out to return the strategy and thus the spirit of Pinehurst No. 2. “More than 35 acres of manicured turf removed from areas around the fairways, essentially eliminating the tall rough that previously surrounded the fairways.

In order to move toward native plants, the natural seed bank was left. That has been quite successful. Now there are more than 50 species of endemic flora growing in the sandy areas. In fact, Dr. Danesha Carley from North Carolina State University worked with Pinehurst on the idea of sustainable agriculture and its relationship to design.”

One of the most advantageous aspects of using native plants is that the course is always changing. A player can come out each month and find completely different challenges. It is also different from year to year as the plants evolve. Even the weather makes the course different from day to day.

In 2014, Pinehurst has the honor of hosting both the 2014 U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open Championships. It will mark the first time in history that both tournaments will be played on the same course in the same year. When complete, Pinehurst No. 2 will become the only site to have hosted all five USGA Championships.

Reflecting on why the area is such a mecca for golf enthusiasts and major tourneys, Bob says he thinks the keys are the climate and the good fortune of having Donald Ross do the early design. Bob says, “The sandy soil was similar to the soil Ross was familiar with in his native Scotland. This soil is workable. The sand just catches the spirit of golf.”

When Bob accepted the position more than 30 years ago, it was the courses that drew hm.

Today, he still loves the Pinehurst courses. In fact, asked what he does to relax, Bob doesn’t hesitate.

“I play golf,” he says with a smile, but today his love is deeper.

“The courses are great, but now I know it is the community that really matters. This community is fantastic. The citizens are civic minded. They give back.

The people in this community volunteer at the hospital. They help with Meals on Wheels.

For our Championships, we will have more than 6,500 volunteers, and my wife will be involved as one of the Vice Chairs. Kathy has also served on the Moore County School Board for over 10 years and is currently serving as Chairman Kathy is chair of the school board and still there – wherever a volunteer is needed.

Kathy and I consider ourselves blessed to have had the opportunity to have our family grow here. We are active in our church, First Baptist Southern Pines. We also serve on the committee for YoungLife in the Sandhills, a mission that is focused on helping kids find Christ.

I love it here. I enjoy coming to work every day. Our staff is incredible – a real team of dedicated professionals that love what they do. Other people in my profession may enjoy building new courses. They may prefer attracting new tournaments.

They may focus on putting together a strong staff. Then they move on to do their specialty in a new place. For me, I enjoyed getting to do all that in one place.

My family was able to put down deep roots. Our two children were able to grow up in one place – one good, strong community.

I have been blessed. The folks at Pinehurst Resort would say the feeling is mutual.

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Southern Chatter tech radar

Puppy Love

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Virginia-based i4C Innovations has developed a collar-like device that can help you better understand what your dog is thinking and feeling, and what s/he needs. If you just pictured Dug, the dog from Up, you’re not alone – but the device isn’t quite like that. It won’t translate dog thoughts into words, but according to i4C, it will provide “unprecedented insight into your dog’s health and wellbeing, information and tools for you and your dog to grow together, and ways to share with your veterinarian and social networks.”

Known as Voyce, the comfortably wearable device tracks your dog’s movement and noninvasively measures vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, calories burned, activity levels and rest patterns. All of the information is easily displayed in an app, allowing you to monitor trends in your dog’s wellbeing and behavior. Changes in the data can be early indicators of potential concerns, allowing you to be proactive regarding your dog’s health.

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Voyce also adapts, getting to know your dog, and sends you customized tips and advice, as well as relevant articles. It also keeps you and your dog connected, allowing you to share information digitally with your veterinarian, and helps you to improve your relationship with your dog as you learn and set goals. The team at i4C collaborated with biomedical engineers, dog experts and the veterinary virtuosos at Cornell University to develop this crucial tool in understanding and caring for your furry best friend.

The Voyce band is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery, with a full charge lasting about a week. It is waterproof up to one meter, comes in three sizes, and includes a docking station, micro-USB cable and wall charger. The device is optimized for all current major browsers; syncs with PCs, tablets and smartphones; and supports up to 10 separate networks.

Voyce is set to cost $299, plus a subscription fee for the ongoing data monitoring. It should be available this spring from mydogsvoyce.com.

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Southern Chatter sporting

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by David Droschak

It started innocently enough and made total sense to Raleigh businessman John McConnell. The final design of legendary architect Donald Ross was on the verge of being plowed under for a condo development when the singledigit handicapper stepped in for the save.

Embedded at the time in the Triangle technology community with ownership of two hightech firms, McConnell not only purchased Raleigh Country Club in East Raleigh but immediately poured millions of dollars into a renovation.

The seed was laid, so to speak.

Few knew – likely not even McConnell himself – that one private club purchase in December 2003 would turn into a portfolio of eight elite clubs scattered across North Carolina and South Carolina a decade later at 3,000 members strong, and that he would divest his firms to form McConnell Golf.

He is now described by many as the state’s most influential man in golf, offering his members 153

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holes of golf designed by such legendary architects as Ross, Pete Dye and Tom Fazio.

“I’m not sure that’s necessarily true,” McConnell said of the tag. “A better description is I may be viewed with some jealously because I probably have the life that everybody would love to have. But hey, I’m doing my taxes today. You’ve got to stay focused.”

A large portion of McConnell’s golfing empire – and the tens of millions of dollars spent on numerous course and capital improvements – has been accomplished in the toughest of times for the private golf sector as the Great Recession rendered many memberships luxuries golfers could do without.

“The biggest challenge is trying to maintain membership in a market and industry that is flat and has been declining,” McConnell said. “That’s everyone’s challenge. The formula is you have to keep providing high quality at an affordable value and certainly maintaining high service standards. Every year you have that commitment you’re going to take a

market share from others who aren’t willing to make the investment.”

The 63-year-old McConnell hasn’t back off his vision and unique membership plan, which centers on declaring a “home club” while members enjoy reciprocal playing privileges at the other seven. Most recently, McConnell has headed into the Myrtle Beach market to manage Grande Dunes Members Club.

“I guess everyone gets hung up on an acquisition and certainly I always enjoy that, but it’s like a person that starts buying art, and to me these golf courses are like art forms,” McConnell said.

Three McConnell Golf courses – Raleigh Country Club, TPC at Wakefield Plantation (North Raleigh) and Treyburn (Northern Durham) – are scattered strategically across the Triangle, giving members a series of “connector courses” they can navigate.

“In the Triangle you can play three great golf courses any time you want to play them, and one of the advantages is we rotate green maintenance so golfers always have smooth greens to play on,” McConnell said. “Just the fact that you get different varieties and it doesn’t cost you anything more is special and cool.

And Raleigh Country Club and Treyburn are ranked No. 1 and 2 in the Triangle, so you have high value and high quality.”

“Our greatest accomplishment is we’re still growing in an industry where a lot of private clubs are closing their doors or turning into semi-private or daily fee,” said Brian “Boomer” Kittler, the firm’s director of golf. “That last 10 years has been a great ride and I’m looking forward to the next 10 years.”

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Southern Chatter do it yourself

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by Christa Gala and Stacy Cathey

We just love this project, and a lot of these “ingredients” we already had on hand.

Why not utilize an old window to display photos and messages? Hang anything from baseball caps to jewelry and scarves. This project costs between $30 and $50 and takes just a few hours. We found our vintage window at a flea market for just $10 and, honestly, we didn’t do much to it, aside from cleaning the glass with a razor blade first (to remove paint) followed by glass cleaner.

Our window came with two portions of glass.

We painted the top portion with chalkboard paint (at least four coats; allow for drying time between coats). The bottom portion we covered with a brightly colored fabric remnant stretched taut across the back of the window, securing it to the window frame with a staple gun.

You could display coordinating fabrics in both panes or photographs as well; it’s up to you.

We secured a shelf to the bottom of the window with two screws to give it more stability.

Initially, our shelf was unfinished, bought at craft store for about $10. We painted our shelf an aqua blue, allowed it to dry, then dabbed on a wood stain, which we immediately wiped off with paper towels. We wanted to “vintage” up our shelf a bit to go with our old window.

Next, it’s time to secure the knobs. We tried a few things but what worked best for us was removing the screws from the knobs and simply

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You’ll need: • An old window (vintage is best) • Fabric • Knobs

• Glue gun • Chalkboard paint • Paint/stain • Staple gun

gluing two knobs to our window (in the upper left and right corners) and also to the shelf beneath it. We tried “Liquid Nails” initially, but hot glue yielded better results.

Here, it’s a master bath accessory holding bath salts and driftwood, but it would be a perfect piece for a kids’ room to display trophies or organize jewelry or accessories.

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Southern Chatter wine review YALUMBA DRY RIESLING

The seeker sauvignon blanc

True myth chardonnay

Planet Oregon Pinot Noir

The huntsman cabernet sauvignon

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Wine Spectator

Barossa, Australia Light and aromatic, offering peach, lemon curd and floral aromas and flavors on a dry, polished frame. Lively, with a juicy edge to the fragrant grapefruit, lime and apple flavors.

The finish lingers easily. Perfect with Asian fare.

Marlborough, New Zealand Aromas of zesty lime, grapefruit and passionfruit with a touch of fresh green herbs.

A refreshing and vibrant palate with a core of sweet fruit leading to a long and juicy finish.

Drink this with shellfish.

Edna Valley, California A beautiful chardonnay, loaded with crisp and rich flavors of pear, pineapple, light citrus, vanilla bean, and hints of toasted oak.

This kind of quality at a value price is uber rare.

Willamette Valley, Oregon Juicy and taut on entry, then fleshier in the mid-palate, offering gently sweet strawberry and spicecake flavors and a tangy note of orange pith. Finishes with good clarity and decent persistence, leaving a tangy red fruit note behind.

$12/bottle

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by ROBYN JAMES, PROPRIETOR, THE WINE CELLAR & TASTING ROOM

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Columbia Valley, Washington Scents of dusty bing cherries, black plum, molasses and crushed walnut.

On entry it’s black currant and black cherry flavors with chewy tannins before there’s a taming on the mid-palate with black pepper, green peppercorns and anise in the finish. $23/bottle

Southern Chatter book review

Better Golf Through Technology

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by Robert Gable

One way to make golf easier is to hit the ball a long way. The PGA Tour is a prime example of how much easier the game gets when you hit it 300 yards. With only a few exceptions, you don’t last on the Tour if you don’t hit it far. So how does a player hit the golf ball farther? Turn to the latest technology. Michael Neff and Dave Allen show how to use a three-dimensional computer model, compiled from over 100 pros, in Drive Like the Pros.

Neff is a clubfitter and teaching professional well-versed in the latest video systems, swing analysis software and launch monitors. One of the state-of-the-art systems is the “MAT-T,” co-developed by Motional Reality Inc., standing for “Motion Analysis Technology by TaylorMade” He says straight up in the first chapter, “…I’m also in charge of the training and installation of the MAT-T system worldwide for TaylorMade. I have trained more than 200 golf professionals to use the system, and have seen more swings and statistics on the MAT-T than anyone else on the planet.” In other words, he’s seen enough to know what he’s talking about.

After the foreword and introduction, Neff and Allen take 10 chapters to explain the various conclusions gleaned from so much information.

They detail how the system works in Chapter One. The “Tour Composite Swing,” compiled from 118 Tour players, is broken down in Chapter Two. Then the next eight chapters lay out the various aspects of the amateur’s swing that can be improved on,

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DRIVE LIKE THE PROS: Increase Your Clubhead Speed and Distance Using Revolutionary 3-D Technology by TaylorMade

By Michael Neff with Dave Allen 128 pages Gotham Books $30

from the first few feet of the swing to the followthrough. You can also find practical advice on getting in golf shape and how to select a driver, too.

Color photos are strewn throughout the text, and the “silver avatar,” created by the swing data, is the star of the show. The photos also display various positions to strive for, and show drills to help fix common swing faults.

It’s very interesting how the technology creates this “avatar” to put you “into” the computer.

Cameras take photos of you as you swing, and the sensors also pick up key movements of your knees, shoulders, hips and hands. That data is used to create the avatar, which swings just like you. Then you can see yourself from all angles (from above,

below, or from the side) and see how you stack up against the best golfers. If you can get closer to their motions, it stands to reason that you can get closer to their results.

The MAT-T system started out as a clubfitting tool, but a byproduct was how well it helped with teaching, too. When it comes to teaching, though, there are a myriad of technological programs on the market. Since Neff is so involved with this program, he’s pushing this particular approach. (If you worked, say, for Titleist, this might be construed as a book-long advertisement for TaylorMade.) With that caveat in mind, the information supplied here can be beneficial to the average golfer.

Neff shows how the average golfer can approach the pro golfer’s “key measurements” (such as spine tilt, shoulder rotation and hip rotation). He also examines: where to position the ball in your stance; where to aim your body; how to rotate your shoulders and hips; how to create a “lag” between the clubhead and your hands (created by hinging your wrists); and how to stop the “power leaks” that take miles per hour off your clubhead speed. It’s all about positioning your body in a way to create the most effective, most productive swing, leading to the most effective impact position. As he says, “Make no mistake: the most important position in the swing is impact. What happens at this decisive ‘moment of truth’ dictates the direction, trajectory and distance that the ball travels. When the ball leaves the clubface, there’s nothing you can do to change the result.”

He also includes exercises that help with your power leaks, and exercises that allow you to get closer to the most effective swing positions. The pros hit the ball hard and far because they’re in top physical shape, with muscles that can absorb the forces need to hit a drive 300 yards. That kind of torque put on the spine of the average weekend warrior spells trouble. This book gives insight into how you stack up against the best players while identifying your own particular swing issues. It’s worth a look to see how to gradually stretch and strengthen the muscles needed to overcome the issues we all have – unless you already drive like the pros.

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Southern Chatter financial focus

Perspectives: Golf, Divorce and Money

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by Michelle Connell, Board Certified Specialist in Family and Appellate Law, Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog, LLP

One of my favorite sportswriters, Bob Ryan, has described golf as “a passion, an obsession, a romance, a nice acquaintanceship with trees, sand and water.” Essentially, it’s a complex, multi-faceted relationship - just like marriage.

The Men’s Open was last played in Pinehurst in 2005 – nine years ago. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, if you were married that summer you are now in the market for a divorce lawyer. The current average length of a U.S. marriage is just over eight years; a number that has remained relatively stable since World War II. The financial concerns of separation and divorce are also multi-faceted. Consider the following: His, Mine and Ours Know how your assets and debts are, or can be, classified. Is it separate or marital? The value of my husband’s CCNC Club Membership, which he owned prior to our marriage – his separate.

The fabulous outfits I buy at the pro shop on his membership – our marital. The debt I put on a joint credit card following the PGA around the world – possibly my separate. Know the difference. Don’t

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give up assets that are your separate property and don’t assume debt that isn’t marital.

Ebb and Flow Understand your cash flow. If you are receiving alimony (which is taxable income) know when and why it ends. How much are you netting after taxes?

If you are paying child support (not tax deductible), know when and why it may be increased or decreased. Know the flow.

Death and Taxes Divorce brings taxable and non-taxable events.

Receiving “stepped down” alimony? Be careful of recapture. Alimony ending? Know if the timing of termination triggers tax regulations. Transfer of assets pursuant to divorce are normally non-taxable – but are there exceptions? Can, and should, you file joint tax returns? Since both are inevitable, don’t let taxes kill you.

Understand the “what else” What else will you be paying for? Uninsured medical costs, extracurricular activities, car insurance? Know

your obligations outside of basic support – today and in the future.

Rethink Lifestyle Guess what? Your one-household marriage just became a twohousehold separation. It may be wise to downsize your residence.

Too much house leads to higher monthly expenses. That new car every two years may be in the rearview mirror now. Vacations, stay-cations – all the same now.

Maybe it is more important to put money into retirement than into a Maruman driver.

Settle smart Do not agree to a settlement that is unequitable simply to avoid litigation. Know what a court can order before agreeing to an unmanageable settlement. You need to live with (and on) the outcome.

Talk with Professionals Think of it as an investment. Speak with an attorney knowledgeable in domestic law. Speak with a financial planner to discuss your “new” financial situation to reach your retirement goals.

Jimmy Demaret said “Golf and sex are about the only things you can enjoy without being good at it”.

That’s why we keep playing golf and getting divorces. Relationships are complex.

Disclaimer: This content has been prepared for general information purposes only.

This information is not intended to provide specific legal advice. Legal advice is dependent upon the specific circumstances of each situation. The information provided cannot replace the advice of competent legal counsel by a licensed attorney in your state.

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Roughing It?

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Few people know the ins and outs of Pinehurst No. 2 like caddies Joe Crnko (left) and Jamie Whitley (right). It’s their dream to be carrying a bag in the upcoming U.S. Open.

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rough for golfers to tackle at the U.S. Open for the first time in history?

Technically, that’s true...well, sort of.

There won’t be gnarly Bermuda rough to suck balls to the turf ’s bottom for nearly impossible aiming to the turtleback greens of Pinehurst No. 2. No, what this Donald Ross layout has in store for the world’s best male and female golfers in June appears far more sinister now than it did three years ago when Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw took rake and shovel, and a set of 1943 aerial photos, to this old gem, restoring its yesteryear charm.

It appears harder at first glance because it is, under further examination. The native areas, or “the junk” as described by Pinehurst Director of Grounds and Golf Course Maintenance Bob Farren, have expanded significantly, with plants now reaching 24 inches and once-barren portions of the sandy graveyard resembling organized vegetation chaos.

Just like in U.S. Opens played here in 1999 and 2005, a winning score of par now seems more realistic, more reasonable to most than a potential and almost unheard-of U.S. Open double-digit under par champion.

Pinehurst No. 2’s transformation won’t be a walk in the park for U.S. Open players

“The chance of your shot being perfect or having to punch it out sideways was about 50-50 a year or so ago,” said longtime Pinehurst No. 2 caddie Joe Crnko. “By the summer it will be thicker and your percentage may go down to 30-70. That’s the last thing the golfers want to do is hit it out sideways, but if you get right behind a clump of grass it’s not like deep rough where at least you can advance it forward; you have to go sideways. It’s tough, it’s brutal.”

“This stuff here is where people can actually get injured trying to get out of some spots,” added fellow caddie Jamie Whitley. “I could see Tiger or Phil getting injured out there. They have added so many more of these native plants and they are now filled in. And the course is firmer, faster and harder now. And they’ve already tightened up the fairways since they reopened.”

The course’s throw-back center line irrigation system has purposely “greened up” the optimal landing area of the fairways and rendered the outer edges exposed to the natural elements, which has turned the grass brown, crusty and hard, leaving plenty of room for errant drive run-offs.

“Hey, if you don’t get behind a lump of that native stuff you may be in somebody’s heel print, and if that’s the case you’re going to be hitting a sand wedge, man,” Crnko said.

“This will be a different flavor for the men’s and the women’s championships,” added Farren. “One of the unique aspects of the roughs now, or broken ground, is it changes seasonally. You can play it once a month for a year and it will be a little bit different each time you play it. These are spring and winter annuals, and they will flower. As we approach the end of the spring they will go away and the summer plants will come on. They just grow naturally, and there should be a beautiful palette in the summer.”

Pinehurst Magazine golf editor David Droschak has enlisted Crnko, Whitley and Farren to guide us through the ins and outs of Pinehurst No. 2 and touch on some of the most intriguing storylines golfers will face trying to tackle Pinehurst No. 2 under the most intense scrutiny and stress.

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Two of the most treacherous greens sit within a chip shot of where Ross lived, his historic brick house with white columns situated along the third fairway. The third green has what can best be described as a “ramp effect,” where an uphill putt from the

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The Third Hole of Pinehurst No. 2

front of the green actually gains speed, while the nearby fifth green is arguably the most difficult on the entire layout. “As romantic as it might sound, I think there is some validity that Ross lived there and Nos. 3 and 5 are the two most complex, strategic and most difficult greens on the whole course,” Farren said. “I can see him sitting out there on the back porch saying ‘Yeah, I’m going to change that one tomorrow.’ They have so much movement in them.”

The caddies describe the movements on the greens as “little, small subtleties that most people just don’t see.”

“From one side of the hole to the other can be totally different,” Crnko said.

“I tell players I’m caddying for not to pay attention to that putt coming from the other side, because it has nothing to do with ours,” added Whitley. “We’ve caddied here so much we know where all the little nuances are.”

Creativity will come into play if balls roll off the putting surfaces.

“I think the majority of the players will keep the ball down on the ground as much as possible off the green,” Whitley said. “It takes the guesswork out of it. It’s just easier to judge. These old-style greens

with all the elevation and humps are hard, but these golfers are so good with their feel, their distance control. If they have shots with a lot of green to work with, and if they are barely off the green, then they are going to chip it.”

SCORECARD SELECTION Possibly hidden behind one of the thousands of tufts of native grasses sprinkled throughout No. 2. are a few little secrets not many are discussing. More than a dozen new tee boxes have been added, and the course now plays as long as 7,500 yards. And that’s just at par-70. But don’t expect USGA executive director Mike Davis to set up the course that long each day for the men. There are a few holes, such as No. 3, where he’ll shorten up the hole and tempt the long hitters to try to drive the green. The 13th hole also played as a drivable par-4 during the recent U.S. Amateur played here, so expect players like Bubba Watson and Dustin Johnson to be swinging from their heels.

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produce a fair amount of birdies.”

Or heartache.

“I personally don’t think it’s a smart play to try to drive the green on No. 3, because there is so much trouble around the green,” Whitley said. “But if you can get it in a greenside bunker that is an easy par, an up-and-down 50 percent of the tie for a birdie for most of the field. Most will play short of that waste bunker on the right with a 4-iron. Heck, Zach Johnson will lay up every day and probably birdie it three of the four days.”

And on No. 13?

“If you go for it and miss left, you might lose a ball over there now in that stuff,” Crnko joked.

“And the green is sitting up elevated, and it has probably the hardest pin location of the entire golf course if they put it on the front right,” added Whitley. “It has a false front and if you hit it past that hump, past the flag, good luck – you may spend 10 minutes going up and back, not even able to keep the ball on the green. If the pin is there, hit it to the middle of the green, get your par and get out.”

The 13th hole is a classic example of the Coore/Crenshaw restoration work on No. 2, displaying the diversity of the plant material as well as the severity and difficulty of a strategic ‘thinking man’s’ layout.

“On a shorter par-4 you would expect the penalty to be greater, if you miss the fairway as it gets narrower the further you get from the tee,” Farren said. “We’ve talked so much about wider fairways in 2014, and they are significantly wider than they were in the 2005 Open, but there is still much to be paid penalty-wise if you do stray from the fairway, or try to hit it farther up the fairway on some of these shorter holes than your skill set might allow.”

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CLOSING STRETCH Expect a handful of players to be within striking distance in the final round, with the closing stretch at No. 2 providing a stage for pure drama. Manufacturing a series of pars on holes 16-18 – a 520-yard par-4, a 200-yard par-3 and an uphill par-4 – on Sunday would be a monumental task for anyone on the first page of the leaderboard.

“A lot of them are going to drop one or two shots, possibly three coming down the stretch, especially if they are not playing all that well,” Whitley said. “It would almost be simpler to try to just make pars and let everyone else make the mistakes.

Remaining focused and poised with the pressure on is easier said than done, according to the two caddies. Remember, Payne Stewart’s winning putt on the 18th green in 1999 was for par, not birdie, after he blocked his drive to the right.

“It is mentally draining,” Crnko said. “And it is going to be hot, too. Most of the good players do fairly well with hanging in there, but a lot of resort guests who play here check out on the second or third hole. Some of them, after they walk off the third green, they’ve just had it and quit keeping score.”

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“The 18th hole will most likely be into the wind, and from the tee box it looks intimidating because it really looks narrow – and it really is narrow,” added Crnko.

“They pinched in the landing area and there is not much room.”

“closing list” of demanding holes.

In the 2005 Open, only 27 percent of the tee shots stayed on the green.

“And we’re talking about PGA Tour players,” Whitley said.

“That green is just that crazy.”

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(above) Golfers in contention Sunday can keep a watch on the competition with a unique view of the 14th green through a tree on the 13th tee box at Pinehurst No. 2. (below: left to right) The approach shot to the 5th hole. Pinehurst Resort Director of Grounds and Golf Course Maintenance Bob Farren talks to the media from a knee-high waste area on the 13th hole. Rough terrain awaits any drive missed left on the closing hole

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DREAM COME TRUE Crnko and Whitley seemingly know every break on every green. Crnko’s caddying days at Pinehurst date back to 1992 when he was a student at Methodist University, while Whitley estimates he has looped 315 times

the odds are a little better a week later when the ladies tee it up.

Players with full-time caddies are encouraged to secure some of Pinehurst’s best caddies when they come to town for practice rounds, while amateurs and some of the more obscure qualifiers may be looking for that “local knowledge” come Open time.

“A lot of it is being at the right place at the right time,”Whitley said of his chances of caddying in a major championship.

“It would be awesome,” added Crnko, whose first caddying experience at Pinehurst No. 2 was more than two decades ago in the Tour Championship pro-am.

“Oh my gosh, as a caddy it would be the best experience I could ever have, being able to caddy in a major championship.”

Whitley remembers his first loop at No. 2 more than four years ago.

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within the last 12 months.

Now they need a break to get into the Open field. Only about a half dozen Pinehurstbased caddies will get an opportunity to carry a bag in the men’s championship, while

“The first thing I asked the caddie master after my first week was: ‘Can I do this full-time?’” Whitley said. “I went and gave two weeks’ notice at the car dealership I worked at back in Rockingham. I’ve walked a lot of miles in the last year, maybe 20,000 miles or more.”

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Welcome to the historic

2014 U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open Championships!

We are delighted to have the honor of hosting these unprecedented back-to-back championships and are so happy to welcome you to Pinehurst and the Sandhills of North Carolina.

The legendary Donald Ross designed Pinehurst No. 2 in 1907 and carefully crafted it for the next four decades. He called it the “fairest test of golf.”

We believe that remains true. Over the next two weeks, the best men and women golfers in the world will test their skills on the same course under the same conditions. We can’t think of a more exciting event for the game we all love.

You may not know that Pinehurst was first established in 1895 as a “wellness retreat”, as the pine-scented air was thought to have medicinal effects. The first golf course wasn’t developed until three years later. But, visitors from the world over attest that our quaint village and tranquil golf environment indeed soothe the soul. It’s what sets Pinehurst apart and what makes our national championships at Pinehurst that much more special.

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community. It motivates the 6,500 volunteers who dedicate their time and effort to make sure every guest leaves with memories of a lifetime. We hope our passion for golf is in part conveyed by the gracious hospitality you receive while you are here.

Again, welcome to Pinehurst. We hope you enjoy this unprecedented event and come away with a renewed passion for this great and timeless game.

Cordially,

Donald Padgett II, President, Pinehurst Resort General Chairman, U.S. Open and Women’s Open Championships

SCHEDULE OF

U.S. Open Events MEN’S

WOMEN’S

Practice Rounds >Monday, June 9th (6am-7pm) >Tuesday, June 10th (6am-7pm) >Wednesday, June 11th (6am-7pm)

Practice Rounds >Tuesday, June 17th (6am-7pm) >Wednesday, June 18th (6am-7pm)

All times are EDT and schedules are subject to change. Starting times will be posted when available at www.usopen.com.

All times are EDT and schedules are subject to change. Starting times will be posted when available at www. uswomensopen.com.

Championship Rounds 1 and 2 >Thursday, June 12th (1st round) (6am to conclusion of play) >Friday, June 13th (2nd round) (6am to conclusion of play)

Championship Rounds 1 and 2 >Thursday, June 19th (1st round) (6am to conclusion of play) >Friday, June 20th (2nd round) (6am to conclusion of play)

Championship Rounds 3 and 4 The first starting time will be determined by the number of players who make the cut at the conclusion of the second round (60 lowest scorers and anyone tying for 60th place).

Generally, the first pairing begins play from the first tee between 8-9am; the last pairing for both days will start from the first tee at approximately 3pm

Championship Rounds 3 and 4 The first starting time will be determined by the number of players who make the cut at the conclusion of the second round (60 lowest scorers and anyone tying for 60th place).

>Saturday, June 14th (3rd round) (6am to conclusion of play) >Sunday, June 15th (4th round) (6am to conclusion of play)

Playoff If there is a tie for the low score after 72 holes, a 3-hole aggregate playoff will take place immediately following the conclusion of play of the fourth round. If the playoff results in a tie, play will immediately continue hole by hole until a champion is determined.

Playoff If there is a tie for the low score after 72 holes, an 18-hole playoff will be held on Monday, June 16th. The playoff will begin at approximately noon and finish at approximately 4pm.

(Gates will open at 6am)

>Saturday, June 21st (3rd round) (6am to conclusion of play) >Sunday, June 22nd (4th round) (6am to conclusion of play)

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When the U.S. Women’s Open gets underway in June, the tournament will enjoy exposure like never before. That’s because the time was right to bring the men and women together at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club.

For the first time, the women’s event will follow the men’s U.S. Open on the same course, Pinehurst No. 2. The men will play June 12th-15th, followed by the women from June 19th-22nd. The idea of a dual event had been discussed for years, but Pinehurst proved to be the right location to make it happen.

“With the resort and the five golf courses coming out of the main clubhouse, our footprint is significantly bigger than at some of our other sites,” said Reg Jones, the senior director of the U.S. Open Championships. “It’s a big golf course, with lots of areas for spectator facilities.”

People have questioned the wisdom of playing the events back-to-back. The logistics, the course conditions and the enthusiasm for a second week of tournament play have all come under scrutiny, but Jones believes the benefits will far outweigh any potential negatives.

For starters, Pinehurst’s bermuda grass provides a durable turf, which should allow the fairways to hold up well to the extra play. As for keeping the public interested in a second event, the United States Golf Association has marketed the two Opens as a golf bundle.

“It’s two weeks, it’s two championships, but it’s one event,” Jones said. “The way we have packaged our hospitality and the majority of our tickets is as a two-week event.”

Once the spectators are in place for the women, the quality of golf is expected to do the rest.

“It’s at the highest level. Their caliber of golf is exceptional,” he said. “That’s what people are going to see. Putting them on the same stage will really help demonstrate that.”

The women’s game has never enjoyed the same popularity as the men’s, so the June events represent a chance to gain a share of the spotlight.

“The LPGA’s goal is to raise awareness and grow the exposure of the Tour, its players and its membership,” said Kraig Kann, the LPGA’s chief communications officer. “The USGA has done something very unique in an effort to showcase the game for both the men and the women, and we think there is great upside to this opportunity.”

The LPGA’s marketing campaign is based around the slogan “See Why It’s Different Out Here.” To that end, fan outreach is critical. Players’ Twitter handles are printed on caddie bibs, and spectators can pick up a free LPGA Fan Book at every tournament, which highlights both golf accomplishments and player personalities.

“It’s something we take seriously and spend plenty of time trying to make come to life,” Kann said. “ My thought is that we should never wait for people to take notice, but work to make them take notice. When it comes to branding, the more you’re willing to share and show, the bigger the brand becomes. The less you’re willing to share, the more anonymous you’ll remain.”

With that type of marketing push already in place for the women, the USGA hopes to set attendance records for the two weeks in June. That’s the barometer that Jones uses to measure success, but this year will be somewhat different.

“For my team, success is defined by attendance and ticket sales, and just the overall experience. It’s also, ‘How is the competition inside the ropes?’”

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defining our success this time.”

In order to create that kind of buzz, the course will play a key role.

“To compare and contrast the way the men and women play No. 2, we want it to be as similar as possible,” he said. “For example, if the men are hitting a seven iron into the green, we want the women to have the same shot. Because the women hit it a little shorter than the men do, they will be in different landing areas, hitting their shots into the greens.”

For Jones, the final piece of the puzzle is the tournament logistics. Various players, vendors and media will come and go during the two-week period, but one constant will be the volunteers.

Despite a long history of championship events at Pinehurst, the USGA wasn’t sure what to expect with the announcement of a two-week event.

“We are really blessed that golf is so ingrained in this area with the people here. It’s almost like we have professional volunteers,” Jones said. “But one of the bigger concerns was if we could get enough volunteers.”

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to do both,” he said. “If we got 25 percent to work both weeks, we thought we would be doing well.

We ended up having 75 percent sign up.”

With 90 percent of tickets sold, and a goal of 400,000 spectators for the two weeks, most of the foundation is in place. Now it’s time to see if women’s golf can benefit from the tie-in with the men’s game, as well as the Pinehurst setting.

“I can’t think of a time when the women’s game was so strong across the board,” Kann said.

“We play 32 tournaments around the world and have more than 30 countries represented among our Tour membership.”

Eight countries are represented among the top 15 women golfers in the Rolex Wold Golf Rankings, proving that spotlight will shine on a truly international event. That’s one more reason the U.S. Women’s Open may enjoy its showcase event like never before.

“Some may question the merits of playing two straight weeks on the same course, but we’re looking at the positives that can come from a spotlight that’s bigger than most U.S. Opens we’ve seen in recent memory,” Kann said. “Can you remember the last time a U.S. Women’s Open received this much conversation? That’s good in my book.”

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The United States Golf Association embarks on an unprecedented golf doubleheader at Pinehurst No. 2 in June, hosting the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open in consecutive weeks. Veteran golf writer Stuart Hall breaks down the top five pros and cons of golfing history at one of the nation’s most storied golfing resorts.

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PROS No. 1: The No. 2 Of Old Of all of Pinehurst No. 2’s iterations, the course’s current form most closely resembles the course as it was when legendary architect Donald Ross was tinkering about the Sandhills.

And this is a good thing,

compliments of the Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw design firm.

“Bill and I hope that we tried to uncover what was in Ross’ mind when he talked extensively about how No. 2 was meant to be a stern test,” said Crenshaw, a two-time Masters champion.

The No. 2 layout certainly was no pushover during the 1999 and

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(left) 10th Hole of Pinehurst No. 2 (above) Phil Mickelson watches his tee shot on the third hole during the final round at the 2013 U.S. Open at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania.

No. 2: Mickelson’s Pursuit Of Career Grand Slam As Phil Mickelson put the finishing touches on his three-stroke British Open Championship in July, speculation swiftly shifted to whether he could complete his career Grand Slam at Pinehurst No. 2.

For Mickelson, pursuit of the U.S. Open title has been elusive and agonizing. The first of his six U.S. Open-record second-place finishes was 1999, when he lost to Stewart.

“If I’m able to win the U.S. Open and complete the career Grand Slam, I think that’s the sign of the complete great player,” said Mickelson, who tied for 33rd in the 2005 U.S. Open. “And I’m a leg away. It’s been a tough leg for me. But I think that’s the sign. I think there are [six] players that have done that. You look at them with a different light.”

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2005 U.S. Opens when Payne Stewart and Michael Campbell won with scores of 1-under par and even par, respectively. But the removal of nearly 35 acres of lush turf in favor of hardpan, native wiregrass and natural bunker edges will bring an element of unpredictability to both Opens.

No. 3: The Sacred Greens For all of the restorative upgrades Coore and Crenshaw made to No. 2, the iconic Ross green complexes went relatively untouched.

“Bill Coore and I regard them as sacred,” Crenshaw said.

So expect play on and around the greens, which are expected to run at speeds of 11.5 on the Stimpmeter, to play a critical factor as they have in the previous two U.S. Opens.

The greens will also expose the different playing styles of the two sexes, as the spectrum of shots being played into the greens will be broad. The men will approach the greens from a high trajectory and with plenty of ball spin, the women from a flatter trajectory and with less ball movement.

No. 4: Good For The [Women’s] Game Imagine standing in the gallery during Saturday’s third round of the U.S. Open and a few feet away is 2010 U.S. Women’s Open champion Paula Creamer. Or strolling through the Village of Pinehurst and bumping into top-ranked American Stacy Lewis. Maybe Cristie Kerr, who won Pinehurstmagazine.com 49

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the 2007 U.S. Women’s Open down the road at Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club, will appear in NBC’s telecast booth to offer a unique women’s perspective.

The women will be arriving in Pinehurst the weekend of the men’s Open, and are expected to be visible.

Portions of the practice facilities will be made available to them while the men are playing on the weekend. And what if there is a Monday playoff?

“You know what?” asked Mike Davis, executive director of the United States Golf Association.

“We’re going to figure out a way to get the women out practicing here. And if you’re a spectator coming to it, it’s wonderful. You not only get to come and watch the two or three players playing in the U. S. Open playoff, but you get to watch the women practice.”

The bottom line is the dual championships will expose the women’s game to fans that might not otherwise have noticed.

No. 5: Can We Meet Again?

Conducting the Opens on consecutive weeks at the same venue may be a litmus test for the USGA. If the reviews from players, officials, fans and media are favorable, then the Pinehurst doubleheader may not be a oneoff proposition.

Two key questions when considering another doubleheader is when and where. A private club’s membership is not likely to agree to hosting the USGA for two weeks, so begin thinking public access courses.

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appear ideal, and the men return there in 2019, but while a women’s venue has not been announced for ‘19, the dates have already been set for two weeks after the men.

The next possible open date for both would be 2021, when the men return to San Diego’s Torrey Pines Golf Course and the women’s dates have yet to be announced.

If not Torrey Pines, then consider a Donald Trump property.

The U.S. Women’s Open will be held at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey, in 2017.

CONS No. 1: Ladies First? No??

When the day arrived to announce the playing order of this year’s U.S. Opens at Pinehurst, the USGA did not heed ladies-first etiquette.

The decision led to the

inevitable question of why.

“Plain and simple, it has everything to do with agronomics,” Davis said.

The USGA wants to keep the green speeds at 11.5 for both championships. In order to achieve this goal, more moisture to the greens is needed to soften them for the women, whose approach shots tend to have a lower trajectory.

That logic, though, does not keep conspiracy theorists from believing the reason the women are going second is because course conditions will not be as pristine and the greater buzz will be generated by the men during the opening week.

And what happens if weather wreaks havoc with the men’s Open the week before ...

No. 2: Rain, Rain … Stay Away

The 16th Hole of Pinehurst No. 2

That by itself is not overly concerning, but add to the equation the Sandhills’ usually high humidity at that time of year and the threat of lightning storms rises.

There is a long-standing joke among USGA officials that if a venue is suffering through a drought, then it should host a USGA championship.

Given that the USGA is settling down for two weeks in Pinehurst only increases the possibility that rain will play a factor in one or both U.S. Opens.

The worse case scenario is that rain pushes men’s Open play into a Monday finish – and not factoring for a potential playoff.

What does history say?

Using data from the nearby Moore County Airport for the two weeks of the Opens, June 9th22nd, and dating back 15 years to the ’99 U.S. Open, there has been an average of six one-hundredths of an inch of precipitation per day.

Of the 210-day sample size, there were only 44 days of precipitation and 13 with more than one-tenth of an inch of precipitation.

No. 3: What Was 4 Is 5 And Vice Versa One of the benefits to a U.S. Open being played on public-access courses is that Average Joe golfer can play the course just as the professionals did. However, unlike 1999 and 2005, that will not be possible with this year’s Pinehurst No. 2 course configuration.

Par is being flipped on the fourth and fifth holes, respectively.

Instead of No. 4 being a par-5 and No. 5 being a par-4, No. 4 now becomes a 569-yard fourshot hole for the men and No. 5 becomes the shortest of the four par-5s at 476 yards.

This is not a precedent, though. For the 1951 Ryder Cup, par on the fifth and eighth holes were swapped.

No. 4: Fair Or Foul?

Donald Ross once wrote, “Often the very highest recommendation of a bunker is when it is criticized.

That shows that it is accomplishing the one thing for which it was built: It is making players think.”

Ross was writing more about the standard variety bunkering, but Coore and Crenshaw’s work exposed a lot of the natural waste bunker that can be more unpredictable than the USGA’s graduated rough used in recent Opens.

How fair players will find a

ball wedged in wiregrass or settled on kicked-around hardpan will be interesting, and could easily become a negative storyline.

No. 5: Following The Leader If No. 2 is received negatively by players, then the fallout could have a broader impact on the game, says course architect Richard Mandell, of the Southern Pines-based Richard Mandell Golf Architecture firm.

“I think this is probably the most important major for golf,” he said. “Not for the professional golfer, but for the industry and the business of golf. The average golfers take their cues from what they witness on the professional tours, in terms of presentation and course setup.”

What the pros will see at Pinehurst will be very different from the standard wall-to-wall lushness that has been the norm for the past few decades.

“That same normal from the past has been the primary hike in costs for golf,” Mandell said. “The average golfer wants what the professional has and if the professional embraces what is encountered at No. 2, then hopefully someone will see that and apply it to their own course.

The result is something that costs less to create and takes less to maintain, in terms of water, chemicals, etc. Maybe these are the watershed events that make golf what it used to be – a simpler affair, more about the golf and less about the conditioning.”

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(far left) Danny Lee reacts after making his putt on the 14th hole during the afternoon 18 to win the 2008 U.S. Amateur (left) Simon Hobday holds the U.S. Senior Open trophy after the conclusion of the final round of the 1994 U.S. Senior Open Championship

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Simon Hobday earned his place in Pinehurst history by capturing the U.S. Senior Open in 1994, one of the majors on the Senior PGA Tour (now the Champions Tour).

At Pinehurst in 1994, he shot 66-67-66 before struggling to a final-round 75, but it was good enough to hold off Jim Albus and Graham Marsh by one shot.

Hobday, who was born in Mafikeng, South Africa, played internationally for most of his career.

The bulk of his experience came on the Southern Africa tour, where he won six events including the South African Open in 1971.

Labron Harris, Jr. won the U.S. Amateur Championship in 1962, defeating Downing Gray 1-up in 36 holes, despite a five-hole deficit after 18. He then reeled off five straight winning holes to square the match before the turn.

At the time of his Pinehurst win, Harris was a first-team all-American at Oklahoma State University. He played the PGA Tour in the 1960s and 1970s, winning the Robinson Open in 1971.

Harris was later the executive director of the Kemper Open and later directed the 1983 Ryder Cup Matches in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

In 2008, Danny Lee birdied 13 of the 32 holes to win the U.S. Amateur, defeating Drew Kittleson, 5 & 4. He sunk a 35-foot putt to clinch the win on the 32nd hole.

ed Pinehurst No. 2 Golf Association tournaments played at Pinehurst No. 2 over the years

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The South Korea native has enjoyed some success on the PGA Tour since 2008. He put together his best finish in March, finishing 19-under and taking second place in the Puerto Rico Open.

Paye Stewart’s 1999 U.S. Open victory will be remembered for an iconic photo. After sinking an 18-foot putt at 18 to defeat Phil Mickelson, Stewart pumped his right fist in celebration and secured his place in Pinehurst history.

Stewart was a regular winner on the PGA Tour between 1982-1999, winning two other majors.

He captured the PGA Championship in 1989 and his first U.S. Open in 1991. He won eight more tournaments, as well as an assortment of other unsanctioned events, such as the Skins Game.

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just a few months after his win at Pinehurst. His dramatic win is memorialized with a bronze statue near the 18th green of Pinehurst No. 2.

New Zealand’s Michael Campbell has won just one event on American soil, but he picked a memorable one. After missing the cut in his first five PGA events of 2005, he was a European sectional qualifier.

Among the golfers in the final two pairings, Campbell was the only one to break 80 on the final day, firing a 69 for a two-stroke win over Tiger Woods. Campbell’s main competition turned out to be Tiger Woods, who at one point closed to within one shot of Campbell.

He has enjoyed success around the world, with eight European Tour wins and seven more on the PGA Tour of Australiasia.

Part of History Goetze-Ackerman was America’s top amateur before turning pro, representing LPGA players

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For Vickie Goetze-Ackerman, it’s hard to believe that 25 years have passed since she broke through on the national golf scene at Pinehurst.

She was 16 years old, playing in the championship match of the 1989 U.S. Women’s Amateur Golf Championship.

The match was not going well. She was three down after three holes, facing a difficult 60-yard bunker shot, while her opponent, Brandie Burton, was on the green in two. With the match slipping away from her control, Goetze-Ackerman put the shot within 10 feet of the flag and managed to halve the hole with Burton.

“But it was like winning the hole,” she says. “And then I just kept winning the holes after that. Match play is so much about momentum. It just changed everything.”

She won the match 4 & 3 to capture the championship. Her father was caddying for her, but only one of them saw her clinch the title.

After a successful career on the LPGA Tour, Vickie Goetze-Ackerman now represents the players on the LPGA Tour.

“When I made the putt to win, my dad thought that I left it short, so he never even saw the ball go in the hole,” she recalls.

“He started to turn away – not in disgust – but because he didn’t think I made it. It was kind of funny.”

While she was pleased to become the best amateur player in the country, it wasn’t the prize the 16-year old was chasing. One week earlier, Goetze-Ackerman played in the U.S. Girls’ Junior Golf Championship at Pine Needles. She had lost to Burton in the semi-finals there and was still stinging from the loss.

“I was still a little naive about all of it,” she says. “I was disappointed that I lost to Brandie in the semis of the juniors, and the U.S. Amateur was almost an afterthought for me.”

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Vicki Goetze after winning the 1989 U.S. Women’s Amateur at Pinehurst Country Club

U.S. Amateur with a small gift before each match.

“Before the championship match she put her empty hand in my pocket and said, ‘Here, this is a pocket full of one putts,’” she says. “She also gave me a little stuffed animal, an elephant with a pink dress. I still have it today.”

With the memories still very vivid, does the title still mean a lot 25 years later?

“Absolutely,” she says.

Goetze-Ackerman was a dominant amateur player, winning the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Player of the Year award from 1988-90. She won the U.S. Amateur a second time in 1992 while at the University of Georgia, defeating Annika Sorenstam.

Goetze-Ackerman turned pro in 1993. In 17 years on the LPGA Tour, she twice finished second at the Corning Classic and posted 21 top-10 finishes. But she never won a Tour event, a fact that left her to some soul searching over the years.

“I’ve had to accept it,” she says, with only a hint of regret in her voice. “Any player who joins the Tour aspires to win.

Had I hoped for my career to be better or did I expect it to be better? Yes.

“When I left the tour, I felt good about the 17 years I played because not many people make it that long.”

In her last years as a touring pro, she wrestled with the need to keep chasing a victory. In the end, it wasn’t so important.

“I was holding on maybe a little bit, hoping I could get one,” she says. “At the end of the day, I realized it probably wasn’t going to change anything, except I would have had a trophy on the mantle.

It probably wasn’t going to happen and it was time to move on. I wish it had, but I’m okay with it.”

Now retired, Goetze-Ackerman remains in a prominent role in women’s golf. She is the player president for the LPGA Tour, a role she began while she was still an active player in 2009. She serves as the players’ representative to the Tour, the tournaments and their sponsors.

“We do an incredible job with reaching our fans and we have a great pro-am experience, which maybe puts us a little bit above some of the other tours,” she says. “As we continue, we can’t forget what makes us different. We’re not going to thrive without it.”

Goetze-Ackerman will have the chance to celebrate the anniversary of her Pinehurst win when she returns this summer for the U.S. Women’s Open on behalf of the LPGA Tour players. When she does, she will point out to her eightyear-old son Jacob where her name is still posted among the U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship winners. And that will be good enough for her.

“No matter how many years go by, my name will always be on the trophy. They’re not going to etch it off, I hope,” she says with a laugh. “It’s pretty cool to be part of history, whether somebody remembers your name or not.”

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Golf ball Sculptures Scattered Throughout Village During Opens

by David Droschak

Any art associated with North Carolina icon Bob Timberlake always gets a second look. Add in distinctively painted larger-than-life golf ball sculptures displayed during the U.S. Opens and plenty of heads will be turning come June.

Timberlake has painted the first of over a dozen golf balls that will be on display throughout the Village of Pinehurst and Pinehurst Resort in advance of the 2014 U.S. Open Championships as part of the “Art Fore Golf ” unique indoor/outdoor art exhibit.

The exhibit will celebrate the rich history and traditions of the quaint Village, which has earned the undisputed title of “The Home of American Golf.”

A number of two- and four-foot golf balls will be sponsored by individuals and companies from across the state of North Carolina, and will be auctioned at the conclusion of the 2014 U.S. Open Championships to benefit multiple local, regional and national charities.

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The sponsors for the Art Fore Golf golf balls will have the opportunity to select their own artist to design their ball, or they can select an artist from a collection of many of North Carolina’s finest.

Other golf balls painted by North Carolina artists include Pinehurst Resort, Charlotte Bobcats and Dunkin’ Donuts. The exhibit is expected to contain 14 golf balls.

A native North Carolinian, Timberlake is not only known as a master of art, but also as a prolific author and award-winning home furnishings and furniture designer. Recognized for his intricate attention to color and detail,Timberlake has received numerous awards and international acclaim for his art and furniture design despite no formal training.

“I am honored to be part of the unique and worthy project in the Village of Pinehurst,” Timberlake said. “Pinehurst is a very special place that is all about history, tradition and beauty.

The connection with many regional and national charities is a wonderful concept.”

“We are thrilled to have the wonderful artistic talents of the legendary Bob Timberlake as champion for this project, and we look forward to welcoming the thousands of visitors to the Village,” said Village of Pinehurst Mayor Nancy Fiorillo.

The sponsor name and logo will be identified on a plaque at the base of each ball along with the background of the artists and the name of the artwork design. A printed program will direct area visitors and guests throughout the Village and resort to see the painted golf balls and to learn more about the theme of each work of art.

At the conclusion of the exhibit, the auction will be held, and the individual sponsors will determine the designated charities for the amount collected from the sale of each golf ball.

“Our goal for the Art Fore Golf exhibit is to involve as many North Carolina companies, organizations, universities and professional sports teams as we can as a tribute to the entire state,” said Tom Stewart, owner of the Old Sport Gallery in the Village of Pinehurst and coordinator of the project. “As the community prepares to host the unprecedented back-toback U.S. Men’s and Women’s Championships during the summer we want all our guests to see the support that is provided across the state from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Carolina coastline. This exhibit will truly be ‘A Moment in Time’ and a celebration of Pinehurst.”

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Chef ’s Corner Morgan’s Chop House

Cut Above the Rest Morgan’s Chop House serves up exotic meats like alligator and kangaroo, but Chef Tommy Hinshaw shares his recipes for a couple of timeless favorites that are definitely a cut above the rest.

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Recipes Tommy Hinshaw

Photography McKenzie Photography

Surf & Turf with grilled asparagus Serves 2

Ingredients 2 6

8oz 6 6 1 8 Tbsp

10oz filet mignons large tail-on shrimp, peeled and deveined lobster claw meat, out of shell large fresh scallops slices of bacon small bundle of fresh asparagus unsalted butter salt and pepper fresh orange and lemon slices fresh parsley, chopped

Method

Lightly salt and pepper the filet and fire grill to desired temperature. We recomend meidum rare (130-140 degrees fahrenheit).

Wrap each scallop with one slice of bacon and grill until slightly firm and the bacon is cooked. Place the fresh asparagus directly on the grill and cook for one minute; remove.

In a small sauce pan, melt butter at medium heat and hold between 160 and 190 degrees fahrenheit (do not boil). Place lobster meat and peeled shrimp in the butter and slowly poach the seafood for 3 to 4 minutes.

Arrange filet, seafood and asparagus on platter. Garnish with fresh parsley, orange and lemon slices.

Key Lime Pie with whipped cream

Makes six 6" springform pans

Dressing Ingredients 4 cups 1 lb 6 4 2 cups 1

graham cracker crumbs unsalted butter large egg yolks 14oz cans sweetened condensed milk key lime juice large deep baking pan whipped cream fresh mint for garnish orchid petal for garnish (optional)

Method

Melt the unsalted butter; slowly pour into the graham cracker crumbs and combine. Press into springform pans along sides and bottom.

Combine egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk and key lime juice. Pour mixture into graham cracker-lined pans and place each springform pan into large baking pan. Fill large baking pan with a half inch water bath and bake in preheated oven at 350 degrees fahrenheit for 15 minutes. Remove and allow to cool, then refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.

Remove key lime pies from springform pans. Place on individual dessert plates and garnish with fresh whipped cream, a sprig of mint and an orchid petal.

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Made Right Here: It Makes Cents (Buy local. You’ll find better stuff!)

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By Christa Gala

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t’s good to have something to believe in, right?

The environment, animals, kids, trees.

But where do you shop? That has a bigger impact than you might think.

Did you know independent retailers return to the community more than three times as much money per dollar of sales than their chain competitors? For every square foot a local firm occupies, the local economy gains $179 vs. $105 for a chain, according to the U.S. Department of Labor and the Small Business Administration.

Here, we talk with a few local shopowners about the items they make locally.

We’ll drink to that! >What: Railhouse Brewery & Pub >Where: Historic downtown Aberdeen >What do you make?

Beer, since 2010! “We make straightforward, traditional, honest craft beer,” says general manager Mike Ratkowski. “Year-round styles are Pineland Pale Ale, KABAR Brown Ale, Mastiff Oatmeal Stout, Vanilla Porter and FCA IPA. The Railhouse Pub, right next to the Brewery, is open daily for patrons to grab a bite, sample beers, enjoy a pint, fill a growler or purchase a six-pack to take home.”

>What’s your story?

Railhouse Brewery is owned and operated by military veterans Mike Ratkowski and Brian Evitts (Brewmaster). The two met as managers of the same company and were drawn together by the same home brewing passion. Brian has been an avid home brewer for almost 15 years, while Mike has always enjoyed the culture of breweries. They both felt there was a need for a brewery that focused on the malted barley and not as much on the hops. >Why here?

“This is a great, welcoming community full of people from all over the United States,” says Evitts. “Its proximity to Fort Bragg and Camp Mackall also played a role, as Railhouse is a veteran-owned business and a large supporter of our military members and their families.” >Owner fave: The Mastiff Oatmeal Stout is Railhouse’s signature beer. “It’s the first beer we made, and today it has received several awards, including being named one of the best five beers in North Carolina, taking first place at the North Carolina Brewer’s Cup and receiving first place at Fayetteville’s Blues and Brews festival,” says Ratkowski. >Check it out: www.railhousebrew.com

A girl’s dream >What: Gemma Gallery >Where: Village of Pinehurst (at 48 Chinquapin Road), celebrating 20 years. >What do you make?

Jewelry >What’s your story?

I grew up in my family’s jewelry store in Illinois and fell madly in love with diamonds and gemstones,” says Gemma Gallery owner Lisa Anderson. “I design timeless jewelry that I hope becomes a family heirloom, using either customers’ gemstones or some I’ve selected. I have been on a few diamond buying trips to Antwerp, where I hand-selected diamonds for customers as well as for Gemma Gallery.”

(left) Railhouse Brewery specializes in traditional craft beers, including Stouts, Porters and IPAs. (right) A one-of-a-kind pendant from Gemma Gallery – Rutilated Quartz with a natural yellow diamond.

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>Why here?

“Blending beautiful and unusual gemstones with elegant simplicity is very much like the feel of Pinehurst, which is why I fell in love with it here,” says Anderson. >Owner fave: “One of my favorite designer pieces is the ‘wrap’ bracelet because it is made in different sizes as well as metal combinations and price points, and is made here in America.”

A traveler’s favorite >What: Le Feme Chateau >Where: Village of Pinehurst (44 Chinquapin Road) >What do you make?

Ladies’ accessories and gifts. “I provide classic, timeless style

in vibrant colors and beautiful, quality materials with the focus on handmade items,” says owner Deb Myatt. “So many of us are just craving things that are not mass-produced and cookie-cutter merchandise.” >What’s your story?

“I moved my store to Pinehurst from Florida nine years ago and opened one week before our last U.S. Open in June 2005, so I’m celebrating my ninth anniversary in Pinehurst,” says Myatt. “Almost everything in Le Feme Chateau has a story behind it, and I enjoy sharing what I’ve learned. Numerous visitors tell me the shop is a feel-good, happy place; I love hearing that.” >Why here?

“Fresh air, four beautiful and moderate seasons, interesting

and charming architecture, very affordable, safe and peaceful,” says Myatt. “People here are happy because they’re where they want to be.” >Owner fave: Hand-woven “color blocks” (wraps). “They are all handwoven here in North Carolina by one incredibly talented and very feisty lady. We co-designed this versatile style several years ago and it became an instant success. The natural fiber yarn is from the South and dyed here in the South, and each piece is woven on her loom using both her hands and feet in a special room in her home. It can instantly change a basic outfit into a “wow” piece, so it is a favorite with travelers. >Check it out: www.LFCcollection.com

(left) “Color Block” wraps from Le Feme Chateau are woven on a traditional loom in N.C. (right) Southern Pines native Walter Harper uses White Oak to create his popular--and long-lasting--outdoor furniture.

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Made to last >What: Sittin’ Easy >Where: Old Eagle Springs School House, Eagle Springs, NC >What do you make?

Outdoor furniture >What’s your story?

Sittin’ Easy is the creation of Walter Harper, who earned his master’s degree in Industrial Arts and Product Design at N.C. State University. He taught industrial arts and designed furniture for several companies before founding Sittin’ Easy in 1978.

“While researching the furniture market, I noticed there were no new porch swings on the market which were both comfortable and durable,” says Harper. “I had dozens of trialand-error designs before coming up with just the right curvature, using flexible yet strong slats.

From the beginning, my research on durability took me to antique shops and museums, where I found items lasting more than 100 years in the weather were traditionally made of white oak.

Thus, from the onset, I used top-grade kilndried white oak.” >Why here?

It’s home. Harper is a Southern Pines native.

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>Owner fave: A rocker-recliner with four reclining positions. “As the back reclines, the foot rest simultaneously rises,” says Harper. “The rocker is perfectly balanced and is great for naps or star gazing.” >Check it out: www.sittineasy.com

Have a taste >What: Black Rock Vineyards >Where: US 15/501 between Carthage and Pinehurst >What do you make?

Wine (11 European, two Muscadine and two fruit).

Black Rock also carries local cheese, honey and wine accessories. >What’s your story?

“We planted grapes in 2007 and currently have a tasting room that’s open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11am - 6pm and Sundays from

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Black Rock Vineyards between Carthage and Pinehurst offers tastings four days a week.

1-6pm. We love talking to people about wine,” says Black Rock owner Denise Williams. >Why here?

“We are in the landscaping business and added the vineyard to our existing nursery operation; so why not make wine?” says Williams. >Owner fave: “A quaint, intimate environment with excellent customer service.” >Check it out: www.blackrockvineyard.com

Making Rooms patio

Patio Perfect

A beautiful outdoor living space is a natural complement to the North Carolina lifestyle. These outdoor items will add that extra element to ensure countless sun-soaked days and moonlit evenings.

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1. Fresh American – Indoor/Outdoor Pillow, Opulence of Southern Pines 2. Wood Seated Bench, Affordable Chic Shops 3. Faux Flowers and Vase, The Potpourri 4. Magnolia Casual Swings (styles and colors may vary), Framer’s Cottage 5. Wire Plant Stand, Hunt & Gather, Glenwood Ave. 6. Le Cadeaux Dinnerware – Melamine Coillection, One Eleven Main 7. Handmade birdhouse by Steve Kay, Cameron & Co. 8. Fountain, The Shop on the Corner

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Calendar of Events may & june

North Carolina Symphony season finale: Strauss & Mozart Program May 1 | 8pm Lee Auditorium | Pinecrest High School | Southern Pines www.ncsymphony.org/media/ pre-concert talk

by Timothy Haley May 1 | 7pm Pinecrest High School Band Room Southern Pines www.ncsymphony.org/media/ Jazzy and Beach Fridays May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & June 6, 13, 20, 27 | 7-10pm Cypress Bend Vineyards | Wagram www.cypressbendvineyards.com Run for the Roses – A Kentucky Derby Party May 3 910-692-ARTS (2787) www.MooreArt.org Sanford Arts and Vine Festival May 3-4 Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center http://sanfordartsandvine.com

Kate McGarry & Keith Ganz May 4 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org All-American Marathon and Mike-to-Mike Half Marathon May 4 | 6:30am Fort Bragg | www.fortbraggmwr. com/allamericanmarathon Ballroom Dance Classes May 5 | 6:30pm Old West End Gym | West End 910-295-2590 or 910-673-1623 Follow the Leader Oil Painting Class May 6 910-692-ARTS (2787) www.MooreArt.org ARMATURES FOR THE GARDEN May 6 | 10-11:30am Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Ball Visitors Center | 910-695-3882 Lunch and Learn – The Magic of Makeup May 7 | 12:30-1:30PM The Laser Institute of Pinehurst Kindly RSVP 910-295-1130 info@pinehurstlaser.com 4th annual Pottery Crawl May 10 | 11am-5pm Seagrove | www.nmfrc.com 3rd Annual CINCO DE MAYO POOCH PARADE Fundraiser TO BENEFIT MOORE HUMANE SOCIETY May 10 | 3-5pm Downtown Park | Southern Pines www.moorehumane.org Heart ‘n Soul of Jazz May 10 | 8pm Cardinal Ballroom | Pinehurst Resort www.MooreArt.org Run for Buddies 5k and 1 miler May 10 | 8am New Century Middle School http://cismoore.org/fundraisers/ run-for-the-buddies-5k-race

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Carthage Buggy Festival May 10 | 9am-4:30pm http://thebuggyfestival.com The Christian Science Church sponsoring free public lecture entitled “Has Technology Made God and Spirituality Obsolete?”

May 10 | 2pm Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Pinehurst Young Children’s Art Exhibit & Tea Party May 10 (Rain date: May 11) 910-692-ARTS (2787) www.MooreArt.org Pierce Pettis & Amy Speace May 11 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org Sip & Paint with Artist Jane Casnellie May 11 910-692-ARTS (2787) www.MooreArt.org 4rd Annual “Ladies Night Out for Charity” to benefit The Arc of Moore County May 16 | 6:30-10pm Pinehurst Members Club 910-692-8272 www.thearcofmoore.org New Horizons Band in the Pines Spring Concert May 16 | 3 pm Senior Enrichment Center www.NHBinthePines.com Dale Ann Bradley May 18 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org LUNCH & LEARN WITH CHARLES HARRIS – ALL YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT TURF GRASS May 19 | 12-1pm Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Ball Visitors Center | 910-695-3882 landscapegardening@sandhills.edu

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21st Annual Young Life Golf Tournament May 19 | 12:30pm Pinewild Country Club http://sandhills.younglife.org/ Documents/GolfFlyer14.pdf Hopefest Benefitting Cameron Boys Camp and Camp Duncan for girls May 24 | 10am-6pm The Village Arboretum | Pinehurst http://www.hopefestnc.org Hike 2 Help May 24 | 9:30am Platform of Miss Moore County Outstanding Teen, Elizabeth O’Brien Cannon Park Picnic Shelter, Pinehurst http://mcaap.weebly.com Miss Tess and the Talkbacks May 25 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org National Cancer Survivors Day May 29 | 5:30-7:30pm FirstHealth Moore Regional Conference Center | To register, please call 800-213-3284 or nccancercare.org Taylor Dance presentation of “SALUTE” May 31 | 7:30pm & June 1 | 2pm Owens Auditorium Sandhills Community College 3395 Airport Road | Pinehurst www.taylordancetheplayhouse.org

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David Holt and Josh Goforth, Jacob Groopman and Melody Walker June 1 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org Lunch and Learn – Skin Science June 4 | 12:30-1:30PM The Laser Institute of Pinehurst Kindly RSVP 910-295-1130 info@pinehurstlaser.com Cedar Creek Gallery National Teapot Show IX June 6: 6-10pm June 7-September 7: 10am-6pm Cedar Creek Gallery 1150 Fleming Road | Creedmoor www.cedarcreekgallery.com Peter Lamb and the Wolves June 8 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org Moore County Women’s Amateur Mid Pines Golf Club July 14-15 www.MooreCountyWomens Amateur.com David Jacobs-Strain, Ten String Symphony, Tattletale Saints June 15 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org The Get Right Band June 22 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org

Chaise Lounge June 29 | 6:46pm The Rooster’s Wife | 114 Knight Street | Aberdeen | 910-944-7502 www.theroosterswife.org LUNCH & LEARN WITH PETE GULLEY WHAT TO DO IN THE GARDEN AT THIS TIME OF YEAR June 30 | 12-1pm Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Ball Visitors Center | 910-695-3882 landscapegardening@sandhills.edu Sandhills Photography Club Meeting – Flash Photography by Brian Osborne May 12 | 7pm The Hannah Center at the O’Neal School | 3300 Airport Road Southern Pines www.sandhillsphotoclub.org Sandhills Photography Club Meeting – Competition: Fog, Haze, Rain (Digital) June 9 | 7pm The Hannah Center at the O’Neal School | 3300 Airport Road Southern Pines www.sandhillsphotoclub.org

Have an important event? We would love to hear about it. Please send the details of your calendar events to: jill@pinehurstmagazine.com.

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Bragg Beans

Dunkin’ Donuts makes history at Fort Bragg with company’s first food truck

by David Droschak

Ken Baer thought it would take no more than a phone call or two to Dunkin’ Donuts’ headquarters south of Boston to secure a food trailer after his Fort Bragg franchise was temporary displaced by the construction of a new food court on base.

Turns out corporate searched around and came up with a zero bigger than a hole in one of the company’s famous fried confectionery. There was no such animal, so Baer had to start thinking outside the box in order to continue serving the troops.

He started investigating the food truck angle, traveling to the Triangle to check out those types of businesses currently thriving in the area.

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food truck community going on that is a little more of the gourmet food truck thing. It’s pretty darn cool,” said Baer, who three years ago partnered with fellow Sandhills businessman Pat Corso to form Pinehurst Donuts LLC and Fayetteville Donuts LLC. “It got me thinking, and I started looking around.”

In the meantime, Fort Bragg officials informed Baer that a 12-month construction project on the food court might be closer to 18 months, making the need for a substitute food plan that much more pressing.

Baer proceeded to contact Orlando-based Prestige Food Trucks, a company that specializes in customized food trucks.

The wheels, so to speak, were now in motion.

“Prestige came back with some quotes and I

flew down to Orlando with a Dunkin’ representative and we toured the factory where they put it together,” Baer said. “We brought in some significantly different requirements, because all of our equipment is electrical.”

Around $130,000 later, Baer rolled the first food truck in the Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant group onto the largest United States Army installation in early January.

It hasn’t been without its challenges over the last few months. Various construction issues forced the food truck to be moved twice, and business was also “snowed out” twice by major snowstorms.

Now, with a stable location, momentum is starting to pick up on the base of 150,000 people.

“Dunkin’ worked really well with me because we had to do a slightly pared-down menu,” Baer said.

“Dunkin’ may have the most extensive menu in the world out there with 11 breads and 50 donuts and 100 different coffees, and I certainly have a wide variety on

Fort Bragg soldiers and their families can enjoy the first food truck in the Dunkin’ Donuts fleet without having to leave the base.

the food truck, but we had to limit the offerings.”

Approximately five workers serve the truck and begin the day at 4am by loading up products – from donuts to cheeses to meats to breads – at one of Baer’s other Dunkin’ Donuts franchise locations near Methodist College. The food truck workers arrive on base around 6am and serve until 2pm, then return to ground zero – empty out and clean the truck – then start all over the next day.

“We treat it like a boat or cruise ship,” Baer said.

Once the new food court is completed, Dunkin’ Donuts will move back into a bricks-and-mortar location, but Baer says the Army has requested that the food truck remain on base.

“We have three or four locations that have been suggested to us, including out in the field,” he said.

“Subway delivers wrapped sandwiches to the soldiers now, but we’ll be making it all right there in place,

so it will be pretty wild from that standpoint and an awesome product for the troops.”

Once the food truck finds its niche, Baer sees a tremendous upside in his investment. In addition to the normal food costs, some of the “hidden expenses” include $100 per day to run the generator that powers the electrical units (including the oven) inside, and wasted labor on rainy days when business is slow.

“I think Dunkin’ Donuts sees the food truck as a potential trend,” Baer said. “People are calling me and asking me how it’s going. It’s too early to give solid feedback. Certainly the demand is there. We’re still working on the margins, because there is nothing to compare it to.

“Our soldiers are very health and physical training conscious,” added Baer. “They love donuts, but they come to the food truck to get their freshly ground coffee and sandwiches.”

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Healthy Living

Staying the Course

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Special nurse helps patients navigate cancer care waters

by Brenda Bouser

FirstHealth of the Carolinas

Just as every cancer diagnosis is different, every cancer patient is, too.

Lynn Agee, R.N., learned that very quickly after becoming the patient navigator for FirstHealth Oncology Services.

Agee found that patients can be overwhelmed by their new medical status, especially those who had defined themselves as healthy one day and then as a cancer patient the next. This is especially true of women who get a breast cancer diagnosis and suddenly face the prospect of bodychanging surgery as well as the unknowns of a life-changing disease.

“It can be overwhelming to go from a routine mammogram to making a surgical decision,” Agee says. “You go from having one physician to having

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a surgeon and maybe a radiation oncologist AND a medical oncologist. Our goal is to help patients understand their diagnosis, what their options are so far as surgery and treatment, and to understand all the steps involved. If you’re not familiar with each of those disciplines and how they work differently, it’s very confusing.”

In addition to helping cancer patients understand their diagnosis and treatment and the referral process, Agee attends appointments and helps patients find the resources necessary to ensure they get the care they need when they need it.

She has become a valuable resource to cancer patients and their caregivers.

“Lynn serves as an advocate for her patients and their families while helping to ensure they receive

seamless and coordinated care during a trying time,” says Bobbi Clark, R.N., clinical director, Medical Oncology/Infusion at Moore Regional Hospital. “Her role is vital in assisting patients in the community throughout this challenging time. Her patients and families are very grateful for her, and we are fortunate to have her in this role.”

“Making them think”

Agee’s patients range from young adults dealing with concerns related to their children

to the not-so-young dealing with the common problems of aging. Typical of those from the latter category was a patient with no family in the area who was no longer driving except for occasional trips to the grocery story. After a cancer diagnosis, the patient needed help getting to Moore Regional for several weeks of daily treatment.

Agee consulted with a social worker to arrange transportation to and from the hospital for the patient over the course of six weeks of radiation therapy.

Occasionally, Agee points out, solutions to patient dilemmas come from the patients themselves.

“It’s a matter of making them think,” she says. “They are so overwhelmed with their cancer that they can’t think beyond that to the practical things.”

More often then not, Agee finds herself in the role of confidante – a trusted listener with whom patients can speak more freely about their situation than with members of their own family.

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The five communicate with each other frequently and sometimes refer to one another.

“There are many ways we can overlap,” Agee says, “and they all have referred patients to me. There’s always potential for crossover.”

• Teresa Hunsucker, R.N., is the transitions nurse for the Emergency Department at FirstHealth Montgomery Memorial Hospital. All of the patients she sees have chronic conditions (such as diabetes and high blood pressure) that make them repeat consumers of emergency department care. Most are uninsured, and many are jobless.

Hunsucker can refer these patients to community resources that assist with their problems while also helping reduce the number of times they have to visit the emergency department. In a new

but related role, she also coordinates care for patients who are referred to the hospital’s recently opened Transition Care Clinic after a hospital discharge or emergency department visit.

• Lynn Quick, R.N., is the patient navigator for FirstHealth’s Diabetes & Nutrition Education Center, working with physicians, nurses and discharge planners to help patients with diabetes as they move from inpatient to outpatient services and resources.

“Our program helps patients by improving access to diabetes education and support,” she says. “Ultimately, we want to improve self-management skills for the individual while decreasing readmissions due to diabetes complications.”

• Darnell Marks, R.N., is the heart failure transitions nurse for FirstHealth Care Transitions Services. Her wideranging role includes patient education, resource referrals, transition oversight

and the follow-up necessary to reduce preventable hospital readmissions and improve patient quality of life.

“When patients feel they have someone they can call quickly to ask a question or voice a concern, they are more likely to make that call,” she says. “I enjoy being that person.”

• As the palliative care manager for FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care, Barb Grimes, R.N., works with patients and families as they deal with serious illness. The program’s services include symptom management, goals for care and continuing education regarding disease progression.

“Palliative care can help patients better understand their illness, and assist with decisions that may be difficult and timely,” Grimes says. “It can be offered to patients at any stage in their illness, in association with aggressive medical treatment. The goal is to strive for the best quality of life while anticipating future needs.”

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“We just sit and talk,” Agee says.

“Sometimes I think the people I work with are more appreciative of having a support person than anything else. I let them know we’ll go through this together.”

In this day of easy Internet access and simple Google searches, Agee is also a source of reliable information about cancer diagnosis and treatment. If she doesn’t know the answer herself, she can point the patient in the right direction. She can also make referrals for financial and/or medication assistance.

“I let patients know what’s available,” Agee says. “Whenever they hear cancer and surgery, they start seeing dollar signs.”

Nursing background

A veteran nurse with a resume that includes a wide range of experience from bedside nursing to child care consultation, Agee has a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where she is now enrolled in a master’s in nursing program with an emphasis on community and public health nursing.

She completed the Guided Care Nurse Training program through Johns Hopkins University in 2011 and has received her Guided Care Nurse certification.

Most often, her patients come to her by referral – from physicians, from nursing units and from social workers, but patients sometimes find her. Once connected, the relationship is solid and continues for as long as the patient needs it.

Agee makes sure of that.

“I often tell patients I will be their ‘friendly stalker,’” she says, “because seeing patients in person is the most important form of contact. They never know where I might show up – a doctor’s appointment, hospital stay, chemotherapy or radiation appointment.

Patients will say, ‘I was looking for you,’ if I miss a visit. They appreciate a familiar face.”

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The Foundation established seven different CARE funds as a guide and a way of cataloging the identified needs of FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital. In the case of the Cancer CARE Fund, the goal is to support programs and services that benefit patients with cancer.

CARE is an acronym for Clinical, Advocacy, Research and Education, each representing efforts that are supported through generous donations from the community.

The Foundation saw a particular need for the position held

by Lynn Agee, R.N., because of the often-confusing maze of physician referrals and appointments, treatment and surgery that patients can require from the time of diagnosis and throughout their cancer journey. Patients can also, and often do, receive assistance for such cancer-related needs as wigs, prostheses, medications and supplements.

For more information on the Cancer CARE Fund, contact The Foundation of FirstHealth at 910.695.7500.

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Healthy Living

Orthodontics

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Cleft Lip and/or palate are one of the most common birth defects, affecting about one in every 700 individuals. A cleft is a separation of the parts of the lip or roof of the mouth that results when they fail to join during the early weeks of pregnancy (week five to twelve). Babies may be born with a cleft lip, a cleft palate, or both.

One of the first things your pediatrician will do is refer you to a craniofacial team to guide the care and treatment of your child with a cleft. In most cases your child’s cleft lip and/or cleft palate will be corrected through surgery within the first year of life. The goal of lip surgery is to close the cleft with minimal scarring to create a natural appearance and ensure typical development of the face.

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Entering elementary school is a milestone for your child. You want him to enter this new situation with confidence and enthusiasm, most of which will come from your support, encouragement and approval. You will also want your child to look as good as possible and be able to speak as clearly as possible when entering school.

For many children with clefts, the top front teeth erupt in a crooked position. Additionally, your child may be missing teeth, have malformed teeth and/ or have extra teeth, especially in the region of the cleft. The way that his upper and lower teeth come together may not be normal either. Attention to these problems now may prevent additional problems later.

If your child’s cleft went through the gum,

(top) Unilateral cleft lip and (bottom) unilateral cleft lip and palate

there may not be enough bone to support the permanent teeth in the area of the cleft. In this situation, filling the cleft gap with bone (at ages seven to ten) will give support to the permanent teeth as they erupt. Orthodontic treatment is oftentimes necessary to improve the position of the teeth and enable successful bone grafting.

Since this orthodontic treatment is completed prior to the eruption of all of the permanent teeth, another phase of orthodontic treatment will be required once all of the permanent teeth have erupted.

As your child enters his teenage years, another round of orthodontics will be required to achieve a beautiful smile and functional bite.

Children with cleft lip and palate oftentimes are missing teeth and may have a narrow palate with a poor bite that may require both orthodontics and jaw surgery to optimize the jaw position, facial aesthetics and bite.

The advances in medicine and dentistry have significantly improved the treatment of children born with a cleft lip and/or palate. Once these children have completed all of their surgical and orthodontic treatment, their confidence and selfesteem enables them to easily reach their maximum potential both socially and professionally.

For more information visit www.drgriffies. com or www.cleftline.org.

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Healthy Living

Reality or Fiction?

Golfing After Total Joint Replacements

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by Josh Dunigan, PT, DPT, CSCS Glen Hunt, ATC/PTA/TPI golf fitness instructor Staff physical therapists at Pinehurst Surgical Clinic The Sandhills of North Carolina will again host the US Open for both men’s and women’s golf in June of this year at Pinehurst No 2. It is an unprecedented occasion to host both the men’s and women’s events at the same course in the same year. As the area prepares to host one of the greatest events in golf, it’s a great time to address the myth surrounding total joint replacements and the return to amateur golfing.

We hear all the time, “Do people still play golf after a joint replacement?” The answer for most patients is, absolutely! It is important to realize that returning to golf after total joint replacement is a realistic goal for patients. A team approach is necessary for this

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transition to be successful. The team approach should include the surgeon, physical therapist, golf instructor, and of course you, the patient.

The Surgeon

When searching for the members of your team, interview your surgeon and determine if he or she believes that a return to golf is an attainable goal for you. Knowing your surgeon’s prognosis about your individual situation will help with the expectations of your recovery. Not all patients return to golf after joint replacement procedures. Ask your surgeon about previous patients’ outcomes, what percent returned to golf, what to expect, and the timeframe for the return.

Physical Therapy

The physical therapy staff, and more specifically, the outpatient therapist, will oversee your rehab.

Therapy usually begins a few weeks after the joint replacement procedure. The physical therapy program should focus on improvements in the new joint’s mobility, soft tissue flexibility, balance, and strength. Hands-on manual techniques will be used for pain relief and relaxation of tight tissues associated with the surgery. Range of motion will be monitored at every visit to ensure the improvements reach a functional level first, then the added range needed for golfing. Strength and balance equipment will be used in the physical therapy gym, focusing on the knee, hip, and core to allow a fluid golf swing. As you improve, your therapists should begin transitioning your therapy to treatments specific to golf. The therapist will provide information regarding the timeline for your return to putting, chipping and swinging, and many will have a specific protocol for you to follow.

Protocols usually begin three to six months after surgery. Most involve a breakdown from week to week. Week 1 is generally the start of chipping, putting and short iron shots with a small bucket of balls at the driving range. Week 2 continues with the short irons, but adds the mid irons and a larger bucket.

Usually by week 4 the strength has built enough to play nine holes, with week 5 usually being the return to a full round.

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Golf Instructors

Often the physical therapy facility has instructors that are trained to aid athletes in a return to golf. Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certifies golf fitness instructors that are trained in assessing limitations and provide assistance in returning to the game. The assessment is a total body view of strength, flexibility, stability and balance, which are all needed to perform the golf swing with efficiency and repeatability. In interviewing the therapy institute there are several key questions patients should ask: Does the clinic have a TPI certified instructor? Does the clinic see many patients from my particular surgeon? Communication between surgeon and physical therapist should occur on a regular basis, and is pivotal for optimal results.

Between the health of your new joint and the skills that will be reintroduced, this part of the recovery process is very important.

The Patient

The third level of your recovery is your fitness routine following formal physical therapy. This is an important step that serves as the bridge between the healthcare professionals and your return to the course. In some cases, the physical therapist will provide the program needed after finishing therapy; some patients use gym memberships and personal training to obtain the proper fitness levels. The therapist can serve as a liaison to assist the transition to the personal trainer, if needed. In any case the program should incorporate strength, power, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, and a step-bystep approach to swinging your golf clubs. Specifically, patients can use aquatic therapy and gym equipment for strength gains. Tai chi is a great way to find balance that will transfer to the golf swing, and a stretching program after exercise will improve balance and flexibility. It is not advisable for patients to return directly to playing 18 holes of golf, but rather to follow a systematic approach of returning to the game.

In summary, having a joint replacement surgery is not the end of sports/golf activities for many patients.

It is important to find a physician, physical therapist, athletic trainer/fitness coach, and golf instructor to help you return to golf. Returning to playing this great game is not only possible, but also probable. It will involve hard work, patience, realistic expectations, the ability to build on improvement and to celebrate the succes-but the end result is a swinging good time!

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FARMfreshGIFTS C.V. Pilson Farm

Ole Time Bake Goods™

C.V. Pilson Farm of Cameron offers a wide variety of seasonal produce, bedding plants, the freshest vegetables and sweetest berries around. C.V. Pilson Farm is a family-owned farm that has been in operation since 1973. In 2011, they became USDA “Good Agricultural Practices” (G.A.P.) certified for blackberries, blueberries, strawberries and sweet potatoes.

Ole Time Bake Goods™ is located in Southern Pines, near Longleaf. We have a NC State Department of Agriculture certified kitchen in our home. The bakery uses Moore County farm fresh eggs from farms that raise free range chickens. The bakery also helps families that have chosen food alternatives – vegan, egg & nut free – and also offers a line of diabetic-recommended products.

Sandhills

farmers Market Start your Saturday mornings in the Village of Pinehurst shaking hands with our farmers and vendors who bring you local, healthy, fresh products and crafts each week, rain or shine.

Riley’s Ranch

Riley’s Ranch is an Animal Welfare Approved farm located in Carthage. No antibiotics, hormones or chemicals are

added to our animal’s diets,

so you know our products are

healthy for you and your family.

We specialize in pasture

raised, whole hog sausage

and heritage, free range eggs.

3M’s Boer Goat Farm

3M’s Boer Goat Farm is a small family farm located in Robbins.

In the past years, working cattle gave over to the introduction of Boer goats. We spent the past eight years in the goat meat industry. Come out to the market for our fresh produce, free range eggs, lamb and goat meat.

Priest Farm

Gary Priest’s asparagus is highly sought after by local chefs in Moore County, and helped the Chef of Ashten’s Restaurant of Southern Pines to win a statewide culinary competetion. Gary also grows sugar snap peas, mustard greens, squash, fall tomatoes and arugula. Come out to the Market for Jane Priest’s beautiful flower bouquets, just in time for Mother’s Day!

Wednesdays | April 16th-September 24th | 2:30-5:30pm | Cannon Park Saturdays | April 12th-September 27th | 10am-1pm | The Village of Pinehurst parking lot Please check www.sandhillsfarmersmarket.com and facebook.com/SFGMarket for special events.

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1 Cecilia Clark, President-elect Penelope Ham, Ashley Strickland & President Leslie Habets. 2 Beth & Jack Renwick, Ashely, Jacob, Anita & Steve Strickland. 3 Joye Leslie, Penelope & Blaine Ham and Ellen Slusher. 4 Tiffany Turner, Wendy Smyth & Jessica Edwards. 5 Cork-pull winners Carolyn & Fred Giltzow.

6 Misty & Mike Owens with Jim Fisher & Sarah Cummings.

7 Julia & Derek Simmons. 8 Adrian & Kerri Blue. 9 Ted, Leslie, MaryAnn & Harry Habets.

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1 The Four Freshmen. 2 Incoming president Mike Fiske & wife Kathy with outgoing president Steve Frazier and his wife Lynne.

3 The Forum Board of Directors: Steve Frazier, Richard Ballard, Les Holden, Mike Fiske, Jack Maisano, Susan LaGraff, Mary Jo Littlefield, Katherine Pyne and Bob Tweed. 4 Ann Boyd Newman, Dick Cure, Ginsey Fallon & Denni Bennett. 5 Mira Reynolds, Paul Bride & Elizabeth Palmer. 6 Jon De Vault, Melanie Coughlin & Bob Tweed. 7 Kitti Pyne, Ed & Jan Carey, with Walt & Ann Blackwell. 8 Presidents: Mike Fiske, Steve Frazier, Walter Bennett, Jon DeVault & Bob Tweed. 9 The Four Freshmen.

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PRELUDE TO THE OPEN On March 22nd the North Carolina Symphony hosted a dinner at the Pinehurst Members Club, followed by a concert at Lee Auditorium. “Sketches from Pinehurst,” a composition written in honor of the 2005 Open, was featured.

Black History Celebration On February 23rd our local black history celebration historical fair took place at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst.

This free community event had food, music, displays and children’s activities.

1 The symphony’s musical director Grant Llewellyn with Elaine & Milton Sills. 2 Dave Kilbride, Dr. Maryjanet Doonan, president of the symphony’s Moore County chapter & “Sketches” composer Terry Mizesko. 3 Helen Walsh, Jim & Regina Ferrante and Don Galligan. 4 Wendy & Mike Malone, Gary & Mary Butler, Claudie Wells & Sharon Berkshire. 5 Vivian & Ralph Jacobson. 6 Brenda Denisar, Fred & Chris Engelfried with Mary Kadarauch. 7 Phyllis Jones & Wayne Hicks. 8 Lydia Gill with Pat & Judy Corso.

1 Cynthia Fairley, Aiden Graham & Denise Burcell. 2 Alice Kincy, April Balsley, Monica Roberson, Dorothy Lutz & Blanchie Carter. 3 Claire & Joe Michalowski. 4 Adrienne McRae with Alex Graindorge. 5 Ernestine Tyson, Phyllis Washington, Elyjah McDowell & Johnsie Gaddy. 6 Jimmy Campbell & Nat Carter. 7 Oneal Russ, Molly Boggis & Rufus Cole. 8 Alyce & Tamera Thompson.

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Choral Society Wine Gala The Fresh Market in Southern Pines hosted a wine gala on March 6th to benefit the Moore County Choral Society, which is celebrating its 39th year.

Penick Village Art Show and Sale The Penick Village 8th Annual Art Show and Sale weekend took place February 29th to March 2nd with a preview party on February 28th. Proceeds benefit the Penick Village Benevolent Fund.

1 Susan Trudell, co-chairmen Gladys Wade & Martha DeVault, and Ann Miller. 2 Carol Johnson with assistant manager of The Fresh Market, Alanna Young. 3 Ann Bruce & Elizabeth Ragsdale. 4 Keith Russell.

1 Event organizer Joan Williams with Stephanie Hillard and artist Susan Edquist. 2 Penick chief executive officer Jeff Hutchinson with guest speaker John Pincomb. 3 Bob & Carolyn Darst with Reverend John Tampa and Bishop Anne Hodges-Copple.

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1 ESU president Bill Burger, Ambassador Freeman and Bob Dahlberg. 2 Ed Frick with Florence & Ron Fick. 3 James Obi with Kris & Bob Dahlberg. 4 Joyce Reehling and Ginsey Fallon. 5 Madeleine Katavolos, John Sapp and Sally Conlon.

6 Connie Atwell and Ron Schuch. 7 Stephanie Hillard and John McKean. 8 Dolores Muller with Ed Frick.

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SANDHILLS WOMAN’S EXCHANGE SPRING FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON March 31st the Woman’s Exchange in Pinehurst held their Annual Spring Fashion Show Luncheon at the Pinehurst Members Club. Proceeds support the 91 year mission of the Exchange and the maintenance of the historic cabin.

1 The models, wearing fashions from Chico’s. 2 Karen Lehto, Woman’s Exchange president, event chairman Carole Base and Chico’s fashion consultants Maria Werves and Nancy Anderson. 3 Jeanne Knauer, 50/50 winner Jan Heldman and Mary Richards. 4 Anne Hannah, organizer of the first fashion show 40 years ago with Karen Lehto.

5 Linda Donnelly, Marcia Davis, Judi Wood, Ruth Ann Isenberg and Kate Rigg. 6 Kay Bozarth, Jackie Rosenblum and Maureen Papp.

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Downton Abbey Revisited On February 18th Lady Bedford’s Tea Parlour in Pinehurst held an afternoon tea and talk. Speaker Helen Von Salzen discussed season four of the popular Downton Abbey show while attendees enjoyed a four-course luncheon.

1 Lady Bedford’s owner Marian Caso with chef Joseph Henderson. 2 Delicious desserts. 3 Jana Harrell, Pam Spires and Melissa Shiver.

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Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) The Pine Crest Inn was the site of the MOAA Women (Military Officers Association of America) meeting and luncheon on February 25th.

1 Tony Lennon and Mike Dorman of the Military Missions in Action organization with vice president Thea Pitassy. 2 Guest speakers Lee & Marie Schoen. 3 Juanita Davenport, Beverly Raffaele, Pattie Fisher, JoEtta Engle and Suzanne Colmer.

Clothes for Prose The Clothes for Prose fundraising event for the Given Memorial Library was held on March 13th at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst.

A silent auction and fashions from shops in Pinehurst and Southern Pines were featured.

1 Event organizer Chris Kreutzfeldt with committee members Terry Strohl, Audrey Moriarty, Nancy Geddes & Melissa Bielby.

2 Models: Emily Johnson, Jackson Ledbetter and Tillman & Cristy Drennan. 3 Linda Bradley, Marti Derleth & Bonnie Root.

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1 Debate winners from West Pine Middle School, Anna Kuzma and Madi Pry, with ESU debate chairman Sally Bold Frick. 2 Florence Fick, Pinecrest High debate coach Libby Carter (retired), event chairman Sally Bold Frick, School board member Ed Dennison, Pinecrest High debate coach Christina Speiser, and event co-chair John Sapp 3 Ryan Walker and Noah Moore, 2nd place winner from New Century Middle School. 4 Southern Middle School principal Sheila Gilliard and debate coach Shuris Campbell with Moore County Schools associate superintendent Dr. Porter.

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1 Event chairman Connie Petrillo. 2 The models. 3 Jeannie Haskell, Talbot’s’ assistant manager, Candace Taylor, Doris Catullo-Ringenbach and Sheila Dumlao. 4 Sheila Sibiga, event co-chairman Nina Edmonson and JoAnn Erickson.

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1 Cindy Graham, Joan Williams & Kelsey Kalyta. 2 David Michael Wolff. 3 Young Mee and Rachel Wolff. 4 John and Mary Beth Thomas.

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SPRING GALA The Habitat for Humanity’s 25th Anniversary Spring Gala was held at the Pinehurst Country Club on April 12th.

1 Gala co-chairs: Rita DiNapoli and Marilyn Grube. 2 Frankie & Ray Harris auctioneer. 3 Amie Fraley, executive director elect. 4 Les & Roberta Holden with Habitat Executive Director Elizabeth Cox.

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1 Event organizers Carol Dowd of Botanicals with Karl Hastings. 2 Representing an event sponsor, Sly Fox Gastropub - Morgan Hawk and Jimmy Horton. 3 Sophie Plotkin, Marilyn Grube and Isabella Adamson.

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Whether you go out or make it at home, we talk with ladies who love to do brunch!

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