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Rep. Chuck McGrady (R-Henderson) speaks along with other lawmakers and North Carolina business leaders during a press conference on House Bill 186 at the Legislative Building in Raleigh.

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Lawmakers ask the SCOTUS to reject Stein’s request for dismissal Washington, D.C. Legislative leaders on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to throw out a request filed by N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein. Last week Stein asked the Supreme Court to stop the N.C. legislature’s appeal in support of the Voter I.D. law. N.C. lawmakers have appeal pending before the high court after a lower appeals court threw out Voter I.D. saying it was discriminatory. Lawmakers argue that Stein asked the court to dismiss the appeal without consulting lawmakers who filed it.

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Asheville The Asheville Jewish Community Center was among 20 Jewish community centers and schools across the country that received bomb threats on Monday within hours of each other. The threats, all of which appeared to be hoaxes, were traced to be coming from inside the country and overseas. The threats were received at centers in N.C., Delaware, Alabama, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Florida and Indiana, prompting the schools to evacuate children. The center in Asheville runs a daycare, but no children were there because it was a teacher workday.

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Fayetteville Lawyers for U.S. Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl said on Sunday they will ask an Army appeals court to dismiss charges against him in the belief that President Donald Trump’s repeatedly calling him a “traitor” during the election campaign make it impossible for him to get a fair trial. Bergdahl’s defense team plans to make the request on Monday at the U.S. Army Court of Criminal Appeals in Virginia.

to clarify which bodies of water are covered by the Clean Water Act. “President Trump’s executive order to ditch the Waters of the U.S. rule is a welcome relief to farmers and ranchers across the country today,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “The flawed WOTUS rule has proven to be nothing more than a federal land grab, aimed at telling farmers and ranchers how to run their businesses. The Environmental Protection Agency failed to listen to farmers’ and ranchers’ concerns when drafting the rule and instead created widespread confusion for agriculture.” The rule has faced intense political and legal opposition from Republicans lawmakers, farmers and energy companies. It was blocked by a federal appeals court pending further court challenges. “The problem with the Obama

RALEIGH — A bipartisan group of lawmakers sponsoring legislation that would repeal the controversial House Bill 2 were joined by bevy of business and industry representatives Tuesday to provide updates on the status of potential compromise amid public opposition by Gov. Roy Cooper and Democratic leadership in the legislature. “What’s important about this press conference is the bipartisan support that this bill has garnered because of its thoughtful framework and its sincere attempt to try to reach a true compromise addressing the ongoing challenges of House Bill 2,” said co-sponsor and Deputy Majority Whip Rep. John Bradford (R-Mecklenburg). House Bill 186 would repeal H.B. 2 in its entirety while declaring the regulation of multi-occupancy bathrooms and locker rooms the exclusive domain of the state legislature, unless the facilities in question are in direct control of a city. The bill also expands a declaration of statewide employment discrimination prohibitions, adding protections on the basis of citizenship, veteran status, pregnancy and genetic information. Despite receiving support from business chambers, industry and a bevy of local and state elected officials, the most recent attempt at compromise legislation has been slow to get traction with Democrats opposed to one particular provision. “The bill as it is written now does not address the rights of the LGBT community,” said the Senate Democrat’s Minority Whip, Sen. Terry Van Duyn (D-Buncombe), in a press conference Tuesday morning. The point of contention among Democrats opposed to the bill is the requirement therein that municipalities must offer local voters a referendum on any adopted expansions of protected classes before they are to take effect. House Minority Leader Rep. Darren Jackson (D-Wake) compared the referendum provision to put-

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WOTUS on notice after Trump executive order

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Bergdahl lawyers ask U.S. Army court for dismissal

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump signed a measure on Tuesday directing regulators to review an Obama administration regulation that expanded the number of federally protected waterways, a senior White House official said. Trump’s order will also direct the Justice Department to ask a federal court to put legal challenges to the rule on hold as the administration conducts its review, the official said. The order will kick off what will likely be a lengthy process to undo the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, which was finalized by the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 2015

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THE NORTH CAROLINA PRIMARY | EXCLUSIVE NSJ POLL Undecided 7.74%

Donald Trump 41.66%

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RALEIGH — The first North State Journal poll of the election season took a look at the competitive GOP primary in the Old North State. The poll of 1,000 likely GOP primary voters was conducted on March 3 and has a margin of error of 3 percent. The poll asked voters for their preferences on a number of contested primary races, the Connect NC bond package, and which issues matter most to voters as they head to the primary polls on Tuesday. “Trump continues to maintain a strong lead in North Carolina while Ted Cruz has

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established himself as Donald Trump’s strongest challenger,” said GOP strategist Paul Shumaker. “The strength in Trump’s number is founded in solid performance with almost all voting groups where is he consistently a strong first or solid second. He is the only candidate who is most voters’ first or second choice, regardless of the voting demographic.” In other primaries across the country in past years, the highest turnout of North Carolina’s nearly 7 million registered voters was less than 40 percent for a primary election, with about 70 percent in a general election.

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Donald Trump kisses Dahlia May, 1, of Burgaw, N.C., during a campaign rally on Wednesday at Crown Coliseum in Fayetteville.

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Sen. Ted Cruz relates a story about his daughter during a Fox News interview with anchor Megyn Kelly at a rally on Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church in Raleigh.

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Sen. Bernie Sanders stands with Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, who resigned from her Democratic National Committee post to endorse Sanders, on Friday in Raleigh.

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Hillary Clinton gets help from students to take a selfie with them after a rally at Hillside High School in Durham on Thursday.

RALEIGH — This week the presidential candidates from both parties had North Carolina soil on their shoes as voters filled venues hoping for some inspiration just days before they head to the polls. Bill and Hillary Clinton made separate appearances in four N.C. cities, while Donald Trump showed up in Concord and Fayetteville; Ted Cruz in Kannapolis and Raleigh; and Bernie Sanders in Raleigh. This is the first year that N.C. voters will vote in a March primary rather than in May. In 2013, lawmakers moved N.C.’s primary date forward in an effort to boost ad revenue and the state’s influence over the parties’ nominations. “It has certainly made our primary more important, and had we moved it up even further it would’ve been even more important,” said Republican political consultant Carter Wrenn. “If

North State Journal and Reuters RALEIGH — Gov. Pat McCrory spent the week before the state’s primary election crisscrossing North Carolina highlighting job growth projects. He helped break ground on the new Bonner Bridge construction over Oregon Inlet, welcomed an expansion of the Bridgestone tire factory in Wilson County, and talked up the education funding elements in the Connect NC Bond on the March 15 ballot.

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McCrory’s challenger in the primary, former Rep. Robert Brawley of Mooresville, polled at slightly more than 3 percent in the NSJ poll of likely Republican primary voters, with Charles Moss in third with 2.42 percent. Brawley says he has spent the week on the road also, calling for more transparency in state government and an end to the Interstate 77 toll lane project. See GOVERNOR, page A8

North Carolina Voter Guide: A sample ballot for the March 15 primary On Murphy to Manteo, page A5

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ALEIGH — When Bill Clinton was elected president in 1992, North Carolina had a Democratic majority in the state House, a Democratic governor, a Republican majority in the state Senate. By 2014, the Republican Party gained popularity with two Republican senators, 10 Republican representatives out of 13, and a Republican governor. “In each of these respects, Republicans are better positioned than they were two decades ago,” said Wake Forest University professor John Dinan. John Hood, president of the conservative-leaning John Locke Foundation, said “Democrats used to be dominant in every single way. Republicans are clearly on a roll.” Rep. Walter Jones, who has been representing the 3rd District since 1995, said this is because some Eastern North Carolina Democrats started to move away from their party when the party became more liberal. He said, though, the dissatisfaction doesn’t mean North Carolina will be strictly red in the upcoming election. “More Democrats were becoming more and more Republican,” Rep. Jones said. “They don’t feel either party represents their views. For “North a presidential year, it will be a battleground in political beliefs.” Carolina is North Carolina is a swing still kind of a state known for tight elections. purple state,” The 2012 presidential election Taylor said. and the 2014 Senate election were decided with a 2 percent “Obviously, margin. The 2008 presidential Republicans election was decided with less are doing than 1 percent. According to NC better. State University professor AnDemocrats drew Taylor, the 2016 election will be close. can still win “North Carolina is still kind of statewide. a purple state,” Taylor said. “Obviously, Republicans are doing better. Democrats can still win statewide. The presidential and gubernatorial race will be competitive. The Senate race could be competitive.” In a Feb. 21 Public Policy Poll, the governor’s race has Gov. Pat McCrory leading 43 percent compared to Roy Cooper’s 41 percent. Cooper was leading a month prior. The poll also reported Sen. Richard Burr up 6-7 percent against leading Democratic opponents with a declining approval rating of 29 percent. The Cook Political Report and CabPolitical has the governor’s race as a toss-up. Dinan said other states will get the most focus in the November election — core battleground states such as Ohio, Florida, Colorado and Virginia. “North Carolina is one of about a half-dozen other states that, under the right conditions, could be contested by both parties and will likely attract at least some attention, especially early in the race, before the list of battleground states narrows in the closing months of the campaign,” Dinan said. Duke professor Michael Munger said the outcome of the election will depend on the amount of money the party spends. Hood added that although fewer voters split their ticket now, it helps when people are satisfied with their party’s presidential candidate.

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CHANGING VOTING TRENDS ACROSS THE STATE

Roy Cooper

D - Raleigh Current N.C. Attorney General, has served for 15 years

Between the 2004 and 2012 elections, North Carolina counties saw voters shift across party lines in 10 counties. The large map, right, shows the percent of change in each county between elections. The percent change in most instances was not enough to “swing” the entire county, but they are enough to show widespread change. The small map was the outcome of the 2012 presidential election.

How each county voted in 2012 election

Counties that swung from majority Republican votes to Democratic

Counties that swung votes between 2004from and 2012 elections. No counties swung Counties thatfrom lost voters from both parties to a third party. majority Republican votes to Democratic to Republican. Democratic votes between 2004 and 2012 elections. No counties swung from Democratic to Republican. 8+ 6-7.9 4-5.9 2-3.9 0-1.9 0-1.9 2-3.9 4-5.9 6-7.9

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‘I know he’s a very honest man’

‘Helping each other trumps selfishness’

‘We will no longer be the stupid country’

‘I am not a one-issue candidate’

Raleigh, Greensboro Former president Bill Clinton stopped in Raleigh, Greensboro and Charlotte Monday to fight for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and tell supporters to “bring her home to North Carolina.” Bill emphasized on Hillary’s college tuition policy and how it differs from rival Bernie Sanders. Volunteer Ava Jennette, who graduated from Meredith in December, said she has “invested personal interest in that.” Niv Biswas, of Raleigh, moved to the U.S. when Clinton was elected president, and he left an impression on her. “What he did for America was phenomenal, and you know you come to a new country and you find that the country rise in the first eight years,” Biswas said. “And then you see George Bush come in and everything falls down.” William Butler, of Raleigh, said Hillary doesn’t have many limitations going forward. “I feel like the others have a lot more explaining to do.”

Raleigh, Kannapolis Republican presidential candidate and Texas senator Ted Cruz participated in a town hall meeting with Fox News host Megyn Kelly March 8. He voiced concerns about the treatment of police, the Affordable Care Act, IRS, and Common Core. Phyllis Pitty, of Cary, said she attended the event to determine if her vote would go toward Cruz or Republican front runner Donald Trump. “I like Cruz better, but I’m not sure if him or Trump (to vote for),” Pitty said. “I know he is a very honest man, and that means a lot. I’m a little concerned about getting anything done. You can be president, but if you can’t get anything done, it doesn’t matter.” Austin Patrick, 17 of Raleigh, voted early for Cruz. “I’m already a big supporter,” Patrick said. “I am confident I will vote for Cruz all the way through.” Patrick added he was amazed by Cruz’s respect of police.

Raleigh Democratic presidential candidate and Vermont senator Bernie Sanders told 4,500 supporters he is listening to them at Friday’s rally in Raleigh. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, who left as vice chair of the Democratic National Committee to support Sanders, introduced him. She stressed “We are in this together. This is what the campaign is all about.” Sanders mocked his critics by saying his ideas are not radical when it comes to free tuition, minimizing poverty, and being against the Wall Street bailout, saying “I think some people have their priorities backwards.” Rebekah Richardo, of Winston-Salem, said she became emotional during the rally. “When he speaks so passionately about the issues, that’s what really was so inspirational. He was sharp and witty with his comebacks.” Sanders also spoke about his Michigan win, which Clinton was projected to win. Daniel Lockwood, of Chapel Hill, said the win in Michigan has added seriousness to Sanders. “The campaign has a lot more momentum than before.“

Fayetteville Donald Trump spoke to an estimated 10,000 supporters and protesters in the Crown Coliseum Thursday. “We will win with the military and knock the hell out of ISIS. We will win at our borders. We will build a wall and Mexico will pay for it. We will get rid of Common Core and the horrible Obamacare. We will no longer be the stupid country,” he said. Trump took digs at his fellow competitors in the Presidential race referring to “lying Ted” Cruz and “little Marco” Rubio. “I changed my political party, so I could vote for him in this primary,” said Vietnam veteran James Elliot, 67, of Fayetteville. “He will build a wall, take care of the illegal immigrants and support our military.” “My only concern is the implementation of the strategies to accompany these things he mentioned,” added Shelli Brewington, 38, of Pembroke. “I haven’t heard a lot of that tonight, in his campaign as a whole, or from any candidate.”

Durham Democratic presidential candidate and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton held a rally in Durham Thursday. U.S. Rep. G.K. Butterfield introduced Clinton, saying “Hillary Clinton will deliver for us as our next president, and it is so important that we are gathered here today. This is not just a speech. This is a get-out-and-vote rally.” Clinton emphasized continuing President Barack Obama’s policies. Brandon Rucker of Winston-Salem said “The campaign seems to be shifting in that direction for the last few months.” Clinton focused on voting rights, education, health care, and gun control. “I’m running for president, and I have knocked down every barrier that stands in your way,” Clinton said. “I am not a oneissue candidate, because this is not a one-issue country.”

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D - Knightdale Former Wake County Commissioner, N.C. State Rep. and State Personnel Director; ran against Forest in 2012

Holly Jones

D - Asheville Buncombe County commissioner and former Asheville city commissioner

Ronald Newton

D - Raleigh Business owner, faith leader

Robert Wilson

D - Cary, N.C. Retired assistant secretary of state

Secretary of State

Oversees the business-related operations of the government

Elaine Marshall

D - Durham First elected as secretary of state in 1996, has served four terms

AJ Daoud

R - Pilot Mountain NCGOP Chair District 6, State Lottery Commissioner, funeral home owner

Michael LaPaglia R - Durham Consultant

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R - Dunn High school teacher

Dr. Rosemary Stein

Josh Stein

R - Alamance County Physician, former Alamance Community College trustee

D - Raleigh State Senator and former Deputy Attorney General of N.C.

Marcus Williams

Commissioner of Agriculture

D - Lumberton Attorney

Buck Newton

Works to ensure an adequate food and fiber supply for N.C.

Jim O’Neill

R - Browns Summit Farmer

R - Wilson County State senator

Steve Troxler*

R - Clemmons Forsyth County district attorney

Andy Stevens

R - Greensboro Supervisor at a manufacturing services company

State Auditor

Can examine all financial records of state agencies to maintain transparency.

Walter Smith

D - Yadkinville Former USDA Farm Service Agency official, farmer

Beth Wood*

D - Raleigh Certified Public Accountant

Commissioner of Labor

Chuck Stuber

R - Raleigh State Board of Elections chief investigator, retired FBI agent

Linda Coleman

‘What he did for America was phenomenal’

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Lt. Governor

Presides over the state senate, voting only to break ties.

Positive percent change from 2004 elections to 2012 elections

TED CRUZ

BILL CLINTON

Ken Spaulding

D - Durham Attorney, former N.C. House Rep.

J. Wesley Sills

Attorney General

Head of the N.C. Department of Justice

Works to ensure the safety of N.C.’s workers.

Cherie Berry*

R - Raleigh Business owner, former State House Rep.

North Carolina Treasurer

Mazie Ferguson

The chief financial officer and official banker for the state.

D - Greensboro Lawyer, pastor

Charles Meeker

Dan Blue III

D - Raleigh Former Raleigh Mayor, former Raleigh city councilman, attorney

D - Raleigh Attorney

Ron Elmer

D - Cary Investment Manager, Accountant

Commissioner of Insurance

Dale Folwell

Regulates the insurance industry, licenses insurance professionals, and handles consumer complaints.

R - Winston-Salem Former State House Speaker Pro Tempore, former N.C. Commerce official

Wayne Goodwin*

Superintendent of Public Instruction

D - Raleigh Former member of N.C. General Assembly, attorney

June Atkinson*

R - Onslow County Farmer, state employee, Army veteran

Responsible for the management of the state’s public school system.

Mike Causey

D - Raleigh 28 year DPI employee as chief consultant and director in the areas of business education, career and technical education, and instructional services

Joe McLaughlin

R - Jacksonville Former Onslow County Commissioner, financial planner, Army veteran

Ron Pierce

R - Charlotte General contractor, Army veteran, author of “Pissed Off,” a book about his experience with insurance companies

Henry Pankey

D - Durham High school assistant principal

Mark Johnson

R - Winston-Salem Forsyth County school board member, teacher, lawyer

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raLeiGh aND SeLMa — With the race for the White house tightening daily since the FBi director James Comey reopened the investigation into hillary Clinton’s emails, a week of dueling North Carolina rallies have Donald Trump and hillary Clinton working crowds across the state. each campaign has zeroed in on battleground N.C.‘s 15 electoral College votes. More than 17,500 people turned out in Selma, N.C., to see Donald Trump take the stage. in the small Johnston County town outside of raleigh, thousands filled a field to hear the republican presidential candidate talk about building a stronger military, repealing the affordable Care act and asking voters to consider whether Clinton can be trusted to lead the nation. “Our special forces here at Fort Bragg is the tip of the spear in fighting terrorism, and believe me we are going to get rid of terrorism, get rid of iSiS. all we need is leader-

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How we’ll vote The N.C. STaTe Fair brings our state together every fall for funnel cakes, family and fun; something sorely needed for some in an election year. it gave us a chance to find out what North Carolinians are thinking as they head into the voting booth on Tuesday. Staff photographers Christine T. Nguyen, eamon Queeney, and Madeline Gray met up with some North Carolina voters, and one aspiring voter, willing to share their thoughts.

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Oh, North Carolina Christmas tree! playlist December 5 Christmas with The Embers Randleman Begin your holiday season with beach music from The Embers on a fully decorated stage of lights, trees, wreaths and snow. Enjoy world class harmonies during this holiday concert. facebook.com/RandlemanChamber-of-Commerce

ALEIGH — North Carolina is home to world-class universities, technology and innovation. The public primary and secondary schools have worked hard to keep up, but high national rankings continue to elude the Old North State’s public school system. According to the U.S. Department of Education, North Carolina’s public school students are above the national average in elementary school standardized tests, but fall below the national average in middle school. North Carolina spends $18.66 billion on education, 43 percent of the total state budget. The three components of the N.C. education system are the N.C. Department of Public Instruction, the N.C. Community College System and the University of N.C. System. Out of the state education budget, 2,524 primary and secondary schools costs $12.72 billion serving 1.5 million students. The 17-campus university system costs $4.46 billion serving almost 225,000 students, and the 58-campus community college system costs $1.48 billion serving 441,000 students. In 2015, the state’s graduation rate was 85 percent, up from 63 percent in 2006. While North Carolina continues to debate the best paths forward in K-12 education, one thing is certain — voters, businesses, politicians and government officials are focused on education.

The Big Picture From digital learning to higher-paying teacher career tracks – Those in the know share the future of K-12 education in N.C., Page A4 Holding futures in her hands: a Warren County educator gives an inside look at her day, Page 5A 10,000 faithful surround the state capitol in prayer for the nation’s future and those struggling in floodwater, Page C3

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Both dressed up as Batman for spirit week, Mrs. Pederson helps sophomore Megan Sawatzky, 15, during a chemistry lesson at Raleigh Charter High School. Open since 2001, Raleigh Charter has been recognized as one of the best high schools in the state, if not nationwide. It focuses on college preparedness while forming students into good citizens with a mind for community. The school only admits students by lottery with about 10 percent of applicants making the cut.

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Bernice Whitley, 68, Walkertown “Between the two [presidential] candidates, I’m going to choose the candidate based on what they are going to do for low income people.”

Rachel Zhang, 17, Chapel Hill “I’m interested in immigration and when Donald Trump has talked about trade with other countries.”

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Top left, Boyce Farms bustles with people buying Christmas trees on an unseasonably warm night in Raleigh. Top right, owner Sheila Boyce sells a customer an extra large wreath. Bottom left, Callen Austin, eight months, of Wake Forest, watches as his first Christmas tree is wrapped up to get ready to put it on the car. Bottom right, Mike Boyce stands in front of flocked Christmas trees at Boyce Farms.

Brian Kennedy, 42, Lexington “On the Trump side, I’m wondering if he’s really going to build a fence. And for Hillary, I’m wondering if she’s going to take our guns away.”

Maria Gamez, 25, Carrboro Education and immigration are worrying Gamez. “I think we need more funds for people to stay in school especially when I think about my siblings.”

Christmas is not just one day. Christmas is a pilgrimage toward hope. For many the beginning of that journey involves a trek to get a tree.

Eli Sealy, 32, & Nicole Sealy, 31, Asheville. The couple wanted a small, nontraditional wedding so they did it at the fair. “It’s our wedding day. We don’t want to talk about politics,” said Nicole.

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Nolan Outlaw, 25, Raleigh “There are a lot of social issues that people care about. But social issues are simply irrelevant if the country is broke and can’t afford to do anything.”

By Laura Ashley Lamm North State Journal GreeNViLLe, N.C. — The 2016 election has solidified North Carolina as a key battleground state, and the rise of the millennial generation of voters is playing a significant role in whether the state will swing red or blue. Of the more than 320 million americans, a staggering 83.1 million are millennials. Nationwide, this demographic of young adults — ranging in age from 18 to 35 — is the largest generation in the country having surpassed the baby boomers. Carolina Demography, a consulting service at UNC Chapel hill, has determined the millennial generation will surpass Generation X — those born in the mid-1960s to early 1980s — by the end of 2016, and by next year will surpass both baby boomers and Generation Y to become the largest adult population in North Carolina. “We pay taxes, work and will be leading the country one day. Our voices need to be heard,”

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This month thousands of high school seniors are preparing college applications and millions of parents are sitting down to help with homework and making life-changing decisions for educating their children from kindergarten to college. The North State Journal met with teachers, parents, students and leadingdecision makers in N.C.’s education system to find out how the system is evolving. N.C. has shown national leadership in digital K-12 classrooms, parental choice options, community college innovations, and world-class universities. But low income and rural communities still struggle and enrollment in education programs at universities is down. How do we chart a path for our children to take the reigns of this state and our nation?

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Michelle Atkins, 44, Lexington “I just don’t want taxes to go up any … maybe try to get some tax breaks.”

Vitu Khonje, 22, Wilson “If Trump gets elected, I’m concerned about what’s going to happen to immigrants as my family are immigrants [Malawi].”

Brooke Kott, 25, Raleigh National security and the economy are the two biggest issues in this election for Kott.

“The entire day is phenomenal — the horses, the hounds, and the hunt. Emmanuel Episcopal Church has been involved as long as I can remember and we

By Jennifer Wood North State Journal very family has their own traditions and customs they hang onto during the holiday season, and the tree often holds some of our most powerful memories. The ornament given by a long-lost, yet not forgotten friend; the photo of a good dog who passed over the rainbow bridge; the tiny hand-shaped mitten with a now grown child’s name scrawled across in fading crayon; or the heavy cross you hang each year in pride of place that’s been passed down through generations reminding you that Christmas is not about that tree those ornaments hang upon. Whatever your memories are, the smell of a real North Carolina Christmas tree has the effect of shuffling them up to the

surface. Whether you are singing “Oh, Tannenbaum” or “rockin’ around the Christmas Tree,” odds are time stands still just a little bit as you toss that tinsel. farmers bring that joy from field to floor every year, and in North Carolina the Christmas tree business is big. if yours is the sort of family with Norman rockwell images of cutting and carrying a tree dancing in your head — Western N.C. is not the only place to enjoy that experience. Head over the beltline and through Highway 50, just up to the northern part of Wake County to Boyce farms. “i grow primarily white pine and some leyland cypress, red cedar, and Carolina sapphire,” said owner mike Boyce. “i probably have three other varieties out there See the Seed, page C6

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Journey back to the days of yesteryear as Dillsboro presents its annual Festival of Lights and Luminaries. Experience the magic as the entire town is transformed into a winter wonderland of lights, candles, laughter and song. 2,500 luminaries light the way to shops and studios. Horse and buggy rides available each night from 5-8 pm (cost + tips). Shopkeepers provide live music and serve holiday treats with hot cider and cocoa. Carolers sing and children visit with Santa at Town Hall. vistidillsboro.org

December 6 Reynolda House: 1917 Christmas Winston-Salem This holiday event kicks off on December 6 — day tours are scheduled for December 6, 13, and 20, with evening tours December 9 and 10 offering light refreshments and carols performed by a children’s chorus. The bungalow will be decorated just as Katharine Reynolds might have. An organist will fill the home with Christmas carols and costumed interpreters playing a Reynolda school teacher, a butler, and a governess will share stories of the Reynolds family Christmas. reynoldahouse.org

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Marco Rubio 12%

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John Kasich 11.79%

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In the first of a series of monthly NSJ statewide tracking polls, we spoke to likely Republican primary voters.

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Lincoln Sadler, a huntsman with the Moore county Hounds, leads a pack of Penn-Marydel hounds during the the Thanksgiving Day opening meet on nov. 24 in Southern Pines.

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NEwS BRIEFING Special legislative session scheduled for Dec. 13 Raleigh Gov. Pat McCrory on Friday called for a special legislative session to take action on recovery needs from Hurricane Matthew. The session will take on the recommendations of the Hurricane Matthew Recovery Committee formed last month. Damage from the October hurricane is estimated to top $2 billion. Earlier this month, the governor requested $1 billion in federal assistance and laid out a timeline to request additional recovery funding from the state. For more on Matthew recovery by the numbers, see A8.

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vor of recounting approximately 94,000 Durham County ballots after hearing testimony for and against the measure. The decision adds yet another wrinkle to an as yet inconclusive race for governor that has been defined by official protests and allegations of voter fraud. The State Board of Elections said the recount must be complete by 7 p.m. Monday. Tom Stark, a Durham attorney, presented the case for a

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By Liz Moomey North State Journal CHAPEL HILL — Katherine* was raped her freshman year at UNC Chapel Hill in February 2014. “It didn’t start out not consensual, but eventually he just wouldn’t listen to me and he wouldn’t take no for an answer,” Katherine said. “I didn’t really let that register that it was an assault until I was laying in bed in pain. I was really ashamed of myself. I think that’s the hardest thing that people like me go through is all of a sudden you don’t know who you are anymore.” Katherine reported her assault after visiting a doctor’s office a month later for scarring and for depression. She chose not to seek legal action and not to name her assailant. “I never told anyone who it was because he was a UNC football player and I didn’t think the school would support me,” Katherine said. According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network, 20 percent of female college student victims report incidents to law enforcement.

recount, focusing on inconsistencies in Durham County’s tabulation results as they were transcribed from data cards nearly two decades old. “So, all we have is that we have an error in the reporting of these PCM-CIA cards,” said Stark at the hearing. “The way that we can find out if there’s a discrepancy is we can count the votes.” Representing Roy Cooper’s campaign and the N.C. Democratic Party in the hearing was Seattle-based attorney Kevin Hamilton, who was retained for his experience in election law and recounts. Hamilton argued See Governor, page A3

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Protestors outside the Durham county Human Services building urge the Durham county Board of elections not to recount their votes on nov. 18. The state board ordered a recount later that week.

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Asheville The U.S. Forest Service has arrested a 49-year-old Franklin man for suspicion of arson in the western North Carolina forest fires. Authorities allege Keith Mann used kitchen matches to set two fires along the Nantahala National Forest and then called 911. He made his first court appearance wednesday and faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

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Charlotte The police officer who shot and killed a black man in Charlotte in September “acted lawfully” and will not be charged, the local district attorney said on wednesday. Officer Brentley Vinson, who is also black, was acting in self-defense when he shot Keith Scott, 43, three times outside a Charlotte apartment complex, District Attorney Andrew Murray told a news conference. “All of the credible and available evidence suggests that [Scott] was, in fact, armed,” he said.

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ria-related medical treatments, most notably gender reassignment surgery. The board, by a unanimous vote except for one abstention, voted to eliminate the exclusion. State Health Plan staff estimate the new coverage will cost the State between $350,000 and $850,000 annually.

The board heard presentations on gender dysphoria, a medical term defined as the condition of feeling one’s emotional and psychological identity as male or female to be opposite to one’s biological sex. They also heard a review of new regulations from Health and Human Services (HHS) related to the issue, and the financial implications of not complying with them. North Carolina teacher Jeanne See HeaLTH PLan, page A2

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Lincoln Sadler, a huntsman with the Moore County Hounds, blows a horn to close the Thanksgiving Day opening meet. Different hunting horn calls are used to communicate to the hounds.

By Ashley Herring For the North State Journal f Not for the telltale Carolina pines and patches of white sandy soil, the scene at Buchan field looked classically British. the annual opening hunt of the Moore County Hounds is always held on thanksgiving Day and the community is invited to attend the Blessing of the Hounds ceremony. this kicks off the start of formal season in fox hunting. read: the black and red jackets come out! Informal season starts in September, with the purpose of re-acclimating horses and hounds to hunting after their summer break. the attire is tweed jackets—think J. Crew’s fall collection. Also known as cubbing, the name is derived from the idea of dispersing the current season’s litters of fox cubs across the countryside. Cubbing is slower paced to allow the new, young hounds to get used to their job and learn what not to hunt. family, friends, and pets enjoyed the pastoral scene as it unfolded. At 9:30 a.m., the hounds were brought to the open hayfield from the kennel. In the accompanying field, a sea of black and scarlet jackets and black velvet helmets approached on horseback. Both hounds and horses gathered near the blessing area for all to see while reverend John G. talk IV of Southern Pines Emmanuel Episcopal Church officiated the service. tradition and respect are an integral part of the modern hunt. the turnout of riders is a direct nod to landowners, a show of appreciation for the use of their land for the sport. Moore County Hounds is fortunate to call the WalthourMoss foundation its home. What began in 1978 through gifts from Pappy and Ginnie Moss now includes more than 4,000 acres of natural preserve. trails, streams, and natural jumps scattered throughout provide excellent horseback riding. Wildlife inhabit the area, unscathed by any sort of progress. this is the very definition of preserving green space. Horses and hounds could clearly sense the excitement of opening day. Having the community there to also share in the enjoyment and heritage of fox hunting was remarkable. It may have started as an English tradition, but this day was thoroughly North Carolinian.

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Riders and hounds make their way through Buchan Field for the Moore County Hounds Thanksgiving Day opening meet and Blessing of the Hounds. Penn-Marydel hounds are the breed of foxhounds used on hunts by the Moore County Hounds.

From left, Nicole Zardus, Tayloe Compton, Cameron Sadler and Pam Wagner ride to the kennels. Sadler has participated in 44 fox hunting seasons and 90 hunts worldwide. Moore County Hounds — at 102-years-old — is one of the oldest organized hunts in the country.

Jenna Taylor and horse, Spotted Thang, jump over a fence along Buchan Field.

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urday and added a business section, then began publishing a second weekly issue on Wednesdays. “This is not hyperbole, we have the best newspaper team in North Carolina bringing you stories other newspaper do not have and with a North Carolina focus,” said Robbins. “Take Sports in general. We are going beyond the box score and giving you the missing piece in sports coverage,” said Robbins. “We personalize the coverage and show you how the game influences the next game and season. In a forest, we are giving you the treetop view. “For our series on the election we met our mission of delving deep and looking at the issues that are important to North Carolinians rather than the candidates. We took you inside education, economy, health care and even the demographics of North Carolina,” he added.

Ray Nothstine, deputy opinion editor Cece Pascual, designer Eamon Queeney, photojournalist Emory Rakestraw, writer Dana Reason, brand manager Neal Robbins, publisher Emily Roberson, business page editor/ copy editor Lauren Rose, designer Cory Smith, sports writer Deborah Withey, creative director Jennifer Wood, features editor

The newspaper design was conceived to have a modern look but still stays true to the Southern roots of the paper. Deborah Withey, creative director of North State Media, conceived a specially-designed color palette including a variation of green known as “golf,” and a variation of yellow known as “corn”. The design, color and typography are setting the writing content and photography apart from the competition. The Society for News Design took notice and recently named North State Journal as one of the 12 finalists for World’s Best-Designed Newspaper. More than 170 newspapers entered the competition, but only four from the United States were named, placing NSJ alongside the company of The Washington Post, The New York Times and The Villages Daily Sun of Florida. “The Society for News Design is a pre-eminent contest for all journalists and visual designers in the world for print and dig-

ital media,” said Withey, “We have the smallest circulation and the smallest staff of the papers awarded, and to be recognized in our first year of publication is pretty extraordinary as we are a finalist alongside several of the largest and most gifted newspapers in the world.” Newspapers were asked to submit five examples of their finest work from the calendar year of Jan. 1, 2016, to Dec. 31, 2016. North State Journal, being the only weekly paper, had approximately 40 issues to select from where as other publications had 365 issues to consider. “This competition celebrates the spirit of collaboration from the editors to writers to designers to photojournalists,” said Withey. “It takes teamwork to produce a newspaper, every person is important.” Still with a small staff compared to legacy newsrooms, the North State Journal has accrued a team of professionals, some vet-

eran newshounds and some new to the industry. “We are so fortunate to have the caliber of talent on this paper that we do,” said managing editor Donna King. “We all want to create something that has the craftsmanship of previous generations with modern expectation of high design and reporting that digs deeper and elevates the conversation.” And of course, North State Journal is grateful for the readership from North Carolinians across the state. In 2017, NSJ will focus on continuing its unparalleled coverage as well as increasing its awareness and readership. “In 2017, our goal is to make sure you know your neighbor,” said Robbins.

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Recyclables are keeping you toasty this winter From water bottles to warm coats, one NC company is growing their footprint by shrinking ours By NSJ Staff REENSBORO, N.C. — When you bundle up for the last few G days of cool N.C. weather, you might

not know that your favorite jacket may have once been a bale of plastic water bottles. N.C. yarn maker Inifi, Inc. has seen their profits and footprint take off in central N.C. over the past three years. They are committed to putting a green philosophy in real world, market-driven action. The company has invested more than $130 million in plant expansions in Reidsville and Yadkinville to meet the growing domestic and global demands for high-performance apparel that contain its Repreve yarn fibers made of recycled material. Introduced in 2007, Repreve is made out of plastic bottles and other polyester waste. The brand was part of Unifi’s move from producing commodity yarns to making high-tech performance fibers, helping them survive tough times for the textile industry. Repreve fibers are now found in brands including Patagonia, Fossil, The North Face and Haggar. They are even part of the seat covers in Ford’s Fusion hybrid car and F-150 truck. The company sees a growing demand for the high-tech recycled fiber. “Only 32 percent of plastic bottles are recycled in the United States, which is a statistic Unifi is working diligently to change,” said Jay Hertwig, vice president of global brand sales, marketing and product development for Unifi. In September, Unifi opened a $28 million bottle processing center at its Reidsville plant, with 87 new jobs where plastic water and soda bottles are cleaned, sorted, delabeled and chopped into plastic flakes. The small flakes are sent to Unifi’s recycling center in Yadkinville, where they are further chopped, melted, reformulated and textured into yarns. According to the company, since Repreve was introduced, Unifi has transformed more than 5 billion plastic bottles into high-tech fiber. In February, World Textile Awards announced Unifi as its 2016 Fiber Producer of the Year. “We’re proud to be recognized as a leader in the textile industry,” said Tom Caudle, president of Unifi. “Through our dedication to developing innovative products that combine environmental responsibility, style and performance, we continue to accommodate the trends of our ever-changing field.” As part of the Reidsville project, Unifi received a $500,000 state grant, with the Economic Development Partnership of N.C. helping coordinate that grant. Unifi received a $190,000 state grant to support its 47,000-square-foot addition to the plant in Yadkinville.

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The Duke University Board of Trustees approved a 3.9 percent increase in the total cost of attending the university for undergraduates during the 2017-18 academic year. Undergraduate tuition in 2017-18 will be $51,720, a 4.3 percent increase, and the total cost for the next academic year, including tuition, room, board and fees, will be $68,298. The trustees also approved a new master’s degree in Interdisciplinary Data Science. According to the university, half of all Duke students receive some form of financial assistance from the university. More than 40 percent of Duke undergraduates receive need-based financial aid, which includes grants, loans and work-study opportunities, and the remainder are beneficiaries of honors, athletics and other scholarship programs. WILMINGTON

January sees a jump in beach real estate Brunswick County realtors say they saw a nearly 30 percent jump in home sales in January. The Brunswick County Association of Realtors says that 242 home sold in the county in January 2017 compared to 118 homes in January 2016. The average home price also jumped by more than 15 percent, currently at a county average of $240,000 for January. According to Cape Fear Realtors Wilmington home sales also hit a historic high in January increasing by nearly 41 percent. RALEIGH

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Above: Flakes of recycled plastic are prepared for use in high tech fabrics in Yadkinville, N.C. Left: Baled plastic bottles await their new life at a processing plant in Reidsville, N.C.

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“A few years ago the EPA decided that navigable waters can mean nearly every puddle or every ditch. It was a massive power grab.”

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administration WOTUS rule is that it vastly expands federal jurisdiction into state and local areas and land use decisions,” the official said. The official said that federal law requires that the administration undertake a formal evaluation of the rule before a decision is made about whether to rescind the regulation. Calling the rule “very large and complex,” the official said the review would likely take a “long time to get through.” Critics contend the rule crafted by the Obama administration could apply to ditches and small isolated bodies of water. N.C. is among 27 states currently suing over WOTUS in three separate suits calling it government overreach. N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein did not respond to questions by press time on whether the state will now withdraw from the lawsuit, particularly in light of Stein’s decision last week to pull N.C. from a lawsuit in protest of the Clean Energy Plan, another set of Obama-

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era environmental regulations. WOTUS also has taken heat from the new EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt who recently told a conservative summit on Saturday that the regulation had “made puddles and dry creek beds across this country subject to the jurisdiction of Washington, D.C. That’s going to change.” The EPA under President Barack Obama said the rule protects waters that are next to rivers and lakes and their tributaries “because science shows that they impact downstream waters.” Dozens of agricultural groups, states and municipalities had sued to block the rule. The challengers contend the agencies’ change improperly expanded federal regulatory power. “Farmers and ranchers have been calling for a common-sense approach to regulatory reform, and today the Trump administration responded to that call,” said Duvall. “EPA has too long been characterized by regulatory overreach that disregards the positive conservation efforts of farmers and threatens their very way of life.”

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The North Carolina Association for Public Charter Schools, the state’s unified charter school support organization, announces charter school co-founder Rhonda Dillingham as its new executive director. Dillingham co-founded Uwharrie Charter School in Asheboro and has been an educator for 20 years. Dillingham will begin her duties on March 10, 2017. PLANO, Texas

J.C. Penney to close 140 stores Retailer J.C. Penney announced this week that it will close up to 140 stores and offer buyouts to 6,000 employees. The store says that the closures amount to approximately 14 percent of its stores and was a necessary correction as more of their business moves online and discount stores cut into their brick-and-mortar store traffic. A complete list of the stores that will close is due out in mid-March. The announcement follows similar ones from Macy’s and Sears who announced earlier this year that they will cut stores to streamline their properties.

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Watauga County Matthew Grogan, a state highway patrolman, has resigned after being accused of drunk driving and leading police on a chase. Grogan was off-duty driving his pickup truck when he struck another car at the Cook Out drive-thru in Boone. Reports said Grogan left the scene and was involved in a short police chase east of town. ABC11

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Davidson County Over the past several months, 11 reported armed robberies in Lexington have businesses heightening security measures. Both the Hardee’s on Salem Street and the Cal’s Mini Mart on Center Street were robbed twice, and the latest robbery was at Elizabeth Pizza on Raleigh Road. All robberies are currently under investigation and police are not sure if they’re related, but Elizabeth Pizza manager Cassie Hassan does believe the restaurant was targeted. Fox8 WGHP

Madison County School Board Superintendent arrested for DUI Madison County The Madison County School Board has suspended Superintendent Dr. Todd Holden after he received a DWI charge over the weekend. Holden’s blood alcohol content was 0.13 and he was arrested Saturday, just before midnight, in Yancey County. Holden has been placed on paid suspension while the board further investigates. ABC13 WLOS

Community rallied around business after freak accident Haywood County After a car driven by a felon fleeing arrest drove into Verbena Soap Company, Wayne Moore and Austin Bassett had to figure out what to do with the some $20,000 dollars in inventory lost. The shop, located in downtown Canton, suffered shattered windows and minor structural damage, while a vacant neighboring building was also damaged and had to be condemned. The community and customers have donated their days off to helping, while small businesses have donated what they can — like goods and coffee.

Deputy shot after responding to 911 call Guilford County Residents in Browns Summit were evacuated from their homes Monday evening as a standoff between a police deputy and resident became violent and a Guilford County deputy was shot. Since 2010, there have been a reported 13 calls to the home. The wife of the suspect was shot in the foot and ran from the home when the deputy arrived. The deputy was shot in the shoulder and leg, and both he and the wife of the suspect were taken to Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital for surgery. Winston-Salem Journal

Disturbing photos surface from Durham VA Durham County Photos taken by Marine veteran Stephen McMenamin and his wife at a Durham VA have been making the rounds on social media for their heartbreaking nature. The photos show veterans waiting and one even lying on the floor. The director of the VA Hospital in Durham, DeAnne Seekins, called two of the three veterans believed to be mistreated and she released a statement thanking the two for sharing the incident.

Wilson County Bill Ellis, the longtime owner of the legendary Bills BBQ in Wilson, died at 83 after complications from a broken hip. He started Bills BBQ in 1963 at age 29 and over the years it grew into a Wilson landmark and one of the largest catering operations in the United States. WRAL

Lumberton Eagle Scout to visit Congress Robeson County Ronald King, 14, is one of eight eagle scouts that will get to speak to Congress next month in the “State of Scouting” address. More than 2.5 million scouts nationwide were in the running, but King’s incredible courage during Hurricane Matthew awarded him the opportunity. During Matthew, King organized his fellow scouts to volunteer at Bill Sapp Recreation Center, serving more than 2,000 meals a day and a combined 1,000 hours of volunteering. WRAL

Double the number of abandoned crab pots collected this year Dare County The Lost Fishing Gear Recovery Project collected 4,270 abandoned crab pots in this year’s Lost Fishing Gear Recovery Project. This year’s collection was double the consecutive collection from the annual event in the past three years. The project began in 2014, funded by NOAA Marine Debris Program, in 2016 North Carolina General Assembly appropriated the money to expand the program and hire more commercial fisherman. This year involved boats crewed by 72 commercial waterman and spanned along the coast of several North Carolina counties. The Outer Banks Voice

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With support from fellow African-American Democrats in the North Carolina House and Senate standing by, Rep. Rodney Moore speaks during a press conference supporting education options for all North Carolina families at the Legislative Building in Raleigh on Tuesday.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The White House announced Monday that Ray Starling, chief of staff for U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), will be leaving the senator’s office to serve as special assistant to the president for agriculture, trade and food assistance. “We will greatly miss Ray’s tremendous leadership, his warm sense of humor, and his Ray Starling genuine passion for working on behalf of all North Carolinians, but the silver lining is that our state’s loss is America’s gain,” said Tillis. “There is simply no one better qualified than Ray to advise the president on agriculture and trade policy. Ray has been a lifelong champion for North Carolina’s agricultural industry, and he will now play

a major role in fulfilling the administration’s plans to support our nation’s farmers and ranchers and revitalize rural America.” Tillis also announced that his state director, Jordan Shaw, will serve as his interim chief of staff. “I’m glad we are going to have a North Carolinian working on agriculture policy in the White House,” said Sen. Richard Burr (R-N.C.). “Ray Starling has a deep understanding of the agriculture industry and I know he will work to promote policies that will help our nation’s economy thrive.” Starling has also served as Tillis’ chief counsel, and was then-Speaker Tillis’ general counsel and agriculture adviser in the N.C. General Assembly. After growing up on a Century Family Farm in Autryville, N.C., Starling received a bachelor’s degree in agricultural education from N.C. State University and a doctorate from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Bipartisan coalition of lawmakers come out in support of school choice A group of AfricanAmerican state lawmakers held a press conference Tuesday to voice their support of school choice policies By Donna King and Jeff Moore North State Journal RALEIGH — A bipartisan coalition of African-American lawmakers called a press conference Tuesday to throw their support behind school choice. The group was made up of senators and representatives, Democrats and Republicans representing rural and urban districts; but they all had in common a desire to tackle the challenges facing public education. “It is time for us to adopt a paradigm where school choice options are not viewed as competitive but complementary; where parents aren’t viewed as consumers of education products, but partners in educating their children,” said Sen. Ben Clark (D-Cumberland). “I believe that we should have the same choice and free market in education,” said Sen. Erica Smith-Ingram (D-Bertie). “We must continue to support our traditional public schools and make sure our 180,000 teachers have adequate pay and our 1.5 million students have the textbooks and technology they need. At the end of the day we must have educated students to have a productive cit-

“You cannot talk about education reform without talking about race and politics. It is our hope that by uniting together in support of education for all and all quality education models that we begin to bridge the gap that has all too often hindered us. ... We have come too far to leave a generation behind. We will fight for these kids’ education by any means necessary.” Rep. Rodney Moore (D-Mecklenburg) izenry. We have to get away from the ‘either, or’ and set our hands and tasks to creating the ‘both, and.’” Critics of school choice, including Gov. Roy Cooper and former 12-year veteran DPI School Superintendent June Atkinson, say the initiatives put a strain on traditional public schools causing families and money to leave the system. But according to Rep. Ed Haynes (D-Guilford) choice only challenges the failing programs. “I don’t know of parents running from good programs. I don’t

see that,” said Hanes. “Where there are good programs, parents run toward those good programs. I certainly have seen systems actively squeeze the life out of programs that were once good, for all kinds of ugly reasons, but we need to have an honest conversation about that. “I have a school in my district that has an average 3rd grading reading proficiency of 8 percent. That is a 92 percent fail rate. I cannot in good conscience look any mother or father in the eyes and defend that. None of us would invest with a broker who had a 92 percent fail rate,” he added. The gathering has been a long time coming. Many of the lawmakers in the room have opposed charter schools, home schooling and other options in the past, saying they undermine traditional public schools. “It took me a minute to get me here — but now that I’m here I’m going to go all the way with you,” said Rep. Rodney Moore (D-Mecklenburg) to Parents for Educational Freedom executive director Darrell Allison. Allison is one of the earliest champions of school choice, leading the charge for Opportunity Scholarships and similar programs. Though but a small faction of Democrats united behind school choice, the group said their numbers are growing and they are confident that the growth will continue. “It not a Republican thing or a Democrat thing; it’s simply the right thing to do,” said Allison.

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Tom Ross, president of the Volcker Alliance and president emeritus of the University of North Carolina, speaks after accepting the 18th Annual William C. Friday Award at NC State on Monday.

Ross receives William C. Friday Award RALEIGH — NC State University’s Park Scholarships Class of 2017 presented the 18th annual William C. Friday Award to Thomas Ross on Friday. Ross is the president emeritus of the 17-campus University of North Carolina. The William C. Friday Award, named for the former UNC president, is selected each year by the senior class of the Park Scholars at NCSU each year. Until his death in 2012, Friday helped in the selection process. In his acceptance speech Ross remembered Friday. “He was not only a mentor to me, an adviser in many ways, but a friend,” said Ross. Ross left the helm of the UNC system in January 2016 after an internal breakdown with the system’s Board of Governors. Current UNC System President Margaret Spellings replaced Ross. He left to serve as a Sanford Distinguished Fellow in Public Policy at the

Duke University Sanford School for Public Policy, but remains a tenured professor at UNC Chapel Hill. Prior to becoming UNC President, Ross served as president of Davidson College, executive director of the left-leaning Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, director of the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts, and a Superior Court judge. Ross was appointed president of the Volcker Alliance in May 2016. Past recipients of the William C. Friday Award include NC State Chancellor Emeritus Larry Monteith, Gen. Hugh Shelton, noted historian John Hope Franklin, Special Olympics of North Carolina CEO and President Keith Fishburne, Ambassador James A. Joseph, Red Hat CEO Jim Whitehurst, behavioral economist Dan Ariely, and CORRAL Riding Academy Founder and President Joy Currey.

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EDITORIAL | Drew Elliot

EDITORIAL | Ray Nothstine

A statement year for the North State Journal

Time to drain the healthcare swamp

one year ago, I wrote my first editorial for the inaugural issue of the North State Journal. Published on Feb. 28, 2016, it was titled “A New Statement for North Carolina.” In that piece, I spoke for the editorial board of North Carolina’s only statewide newspaper when I rolled out a vision for what the content of these two pages would look like each issue. “(W)e want to give our readers the whole story when it comes to the major topics of the day, and let them share their ideas to improve our state and nation as well. “Whether it is the viewpoint of our opinion staff, a guest commentary from an established leader, or letters from our readers, we promise to elevate the conversation by widening the views that drive the public policy and cultural debates of our time, whether the issue is business, policy, politics — or basketball and barbecue.” I don’t think I have written any editorials on barbeque or basketball. (I’m far too smart to take a firm stand on barbeque in this state, but I do have some pretty firm opinions on basketball. Specifically, I don’t think that a player falling out of bounds should be able to chuck the ball against an opposing player’s leg We have chosen to to allow his team to keep the ball. There’s no spend our resources on way that referees would allow that anywhere designers, photographers, else on the court, why is that permissible at and journalists — in short, the boundary?) Digression aside, I hope that we have we have chosen to make begun to fulfill some of that original promise. the product the best it can I hope that, along with the other sections of the paper, we have begun to elevate the be this year. conversation in North Carolina. I hear from many people who are pleased with the product we are becoming, and Publisher Neal Robbins tells me that he hears from plenty of folks along the same lines. That’s not all we hear, of course. From Murphy to Manteo and from left wing to right wing, we’ve also gotten called plenty of names in the past year — so we must be doing something right. There is also something else we got right: the business model. While we have had to continually adapt and alter the details of our business plan, the core proposition — that by expanding the market statewide, there were enough interested readers to support a print newspaper — has been confirmed. We owe much to our subscribers in that regard. Thank you for taking a chance on a start-up publication with an ambitious mission. Thank you for telling us when we missed the mark and when we hit the bullseye. Please keep doing so. Please keep telling your friends who value high-quality journalism about the North State Journal. If there is one thing we’ve sacrificed in our first year in publication, it’s that we’ve amassed a modest-but-influential group of subscribers without spending much at all on marketing. Instead, we have chosen to spend our resources on designers, photographers, and journalists — in short, we have chosen to make the product the best it can be this year. And be assured that the first anniversary of the print product is just an artificial milestone. It’s gratifying to look back and gauge how far we have come in 52 weeks, but there is no chance that we will rest on our laurels. In fact, there may be more changes in Volume 2 than there were in Volume 1. As this editorial page heads into our second year, we will continue to value results over intentions and recognize the responsibilities of a free press in a democratic society. We will continue to practice transparency by never publishing a piece without the author’s name prominently shown. And our fervent hope is that we will continue to enlighten, challenge, and entertain our readers in every issue. On to year two.

When it comes to politics, deflecting the blame is an oft-used and sometimes profitable strategy. But on healthcare, Republicans played no part in the Obamacare debacle. In fact, the partisan and controversial legislation helped bring the GOP roaring back to power in Congress in the 2010 midterm elections. “Repeal and replace” became the rallying cry for successful campaigns on the right, helping to pad the GOP majority in Congress. Of course, now that some in Washington feel pushback and threats to their power, they may be backing away from full repeal. Still, the House Freedom Caucus is leading the reform effort, orienting the discussion back toward the basic principles of markets and affordability. North Carolina Congressman Mark Meadows, a leader in the Freedom Caucus, is pushing for lawmakers to embrace a plan put forward by physician and Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul. It’s a good start to reform for myriad reasons. Paul’s plan expands on many of the popular proposals put forward by Republicans over several decades. Some of the highlights include nixing the Obamacare mandates, halting runaway costs, enabling tax credits for up to $5,000 for health savings accounts, while dramatically expanding access to purchasing pools. Paul’s plan expands on One of the biggest disadvantages to the current system can be the lack of portability many of the popular of plans, tying some down to a job they no proposals put forward longer want or desire. Individuals and families by Republicans over should be able to purchase insurance as a several decades. group through churches or civic associations to expand the risk pool and help to alleviate some of the price barriers because of preexisting conditions. The proposal also allows consumers to purchase their plans across state lines, thus nullifying costlier regulations prevalent in many states. Full annual premiums can be deducted on federal taxes. In some of the rollout interviews for his proposal, Paul has used North Carolina as an example of Obamacare’s insufficiency and unaffordability. “The main thing to remember about Obamacare is it’s failing because it increased the cost of insurance for young healthy people. They didn’t buy insurance and sicker people did,” declared Paul. “In North Carolina the Blue Cross plan for individuals lost $400 million last year under Obamacare because you can’t have it both ways. You can’t say we want young healthy individuals to buy insurance but then you mandate that the only insurance they buy is very expensive.” Ultimately, Paul’s proposal goes a long way in allowing for families and individuals to control their health care dollars and maximize savings. However, it’s in no way a foolproof solution or a cure-all. Paul’s proposal allows for only a two-year open-enrollment period for patients with pre-existing conditions to sign up for coverage. They are protected only if they carry continuous coverage. It moves away from allowing people to forego coverage and sign up when they are sick, thus triggering a system directed towards sustainability and affordability. The Paul plan will not solve every issue for millions of Americans who are denied access because of a preexisting medical condition. It seems Paul and other lawmakers would leave gaps in coverage up to states, providing them with federal block-grants to help fund and tinker with high-risk pools, many which already exist. Since the purity of the market can’t solve every issue of affordability and access for sick Americans, Congress can and should build upon Paul’s plan to offer more protections for the most vulnerable. Newer to the Republican Party, Trump still champions the repeal-andreplace theme throughout his winning campaign. He faces a tough decision that will test his presidency, but to his credit, he has so far shown a willingness to follow through on campaign promises. He’d be wise to embrace much of Paul’s plan because it moves beyond the government takeover of healthcare and returns critical life decisions back to American families.

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Guest Opinion | Pat Oglesby

Walter Williams

Undermining academic achievement U

.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said in a statement, “The president’s decision to ask Betsy DeVos to run the Department of Education should offend every single American man, woman, and child who has benefitted from the public education system in this country.” Expressing similar sentiments, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Cedric Richmond said, “I expect that Mrs. DeVos will have an incredibly harmful impact on public education and on black communities nationwide.” Those and many other criticisms of Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos could be dismissed as simply political posturing if we did not have an educational system that is mostly mediocre and is in advanced decay for most black students. According to The Nation’s Report Card, only 37 percent of 12th-graders were proficient in reading in 2015, and just 25 percent were proficient in math. For black students, achievement levels were a disgrace. Nationally, 17 percent of black students scored proficient in reading, and 7 percent scored proficient in math. In some cities, such as Detroit, black academic proficiency is worse; among eighth-graders, only 4 percent were proficient in math, and only 7 percent were proficient in reading. The nation’s high-school graduation rate rose again in the 2014-15 school year, reaching a record high as more than 83 percent of students earned a diploma on time. Educators see this as some kind of achievement and congratulate themselves. The tragedy is that high-school graduation has little relevance to achievement. In 2014-15, graduation rates at District of Columbia Public Schools, just as they did nationally, climbed to an all-time high. At H.D. Woodson High School, 76 percent of students graduated on time; however, just 1 percent met math standards on national standardized tests linked to the Common Core academic standards. Just 4 percent met the reading standards.

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The North Carolina Tar Heels played at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia in March 2016 as part of the NCAA East Regional.

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Educators congratulate themselves, but the tragedy is that high-school graduation has little relevance to achievement.

The low black academic achievement is not restricted to high-school graduates of D.C. schools. The average black high-school graduate has the academic achievement level of a white seventh- or eighth-grader. As such, it stands as unambiguous evidence that high schools confer diplomas attesting that students can read, write and compute at a 12th-grade level when in fact they cannot. That means they have received fraudulent high-school diplomas. There are many factors that affect education that educators cannot control. But they have total control over the issuance of a diploma. Educators often complain that there’s not enough money. Census Bureau data show that as early as 2009-10, Washington, D.C., spent $29,409 per pupil. Starker proof that there’s little relationship between spending and academic proficiency is in the case of Detroit’s public schools. In 2009-10, the nation’s elementary and secondary public school systems spent an average of $10,615 per pupil. According to the Census Bureau, Detroit schools spent $12,801 per pupil. The Mackinac Center for Public Policy claims that Detroit actually spent $15,570 per pupil that year. There’s not much payoff for education dollars. The National Institute for Literacy found that 47 percent of the city’s adults are “functionally illiterate.” The Nation’s Report Card reports that Detroit students score the lowest among the nation’s big-city schools, and Washington is not far behind. I’d ask Sen. Schumer how it would be possible for Secretary of Education DeVos to make education any worse than it is for many Americans. I’d suggest to Rep. Richmond that if the grand wizard of the Ku Klux Klan were the secretary of education and wanted to sabotage black academic achievement, he couldn’t find a better method for doing so than keeping our public school system as it is. Many black politicians and educators would never have their own children attend the rotten, dangerous schools that are so much a part of our big cities. Many black parents, captured by these schools, would like to get their children out. But that’s not in the interest of the education establishment, which wants a monopoly on education. Black politicians and academics are the establishment’s facilitators. That explains their hostility to Betsy DeVos. She would like to give more parents a choice. Walter E. Williams is a professor of economics at George Mason University.

.B. 2, the bathroom law, has messed with North Carolina. Boycotts are taking sporting events out of state. LGBTQ folks want dignity; other folks want privacy when undressing. We’re fussing too much. As a lawyer and a Democrat, I have two ways to take that fussing. If I take it as a Democrat, I might start finger-pointing at my Republican friends. I’d sooner take it as a lawyer. The job of the law is to resolve disputes peacefully. And that can happen. The governor and the General Assembly have a common interest in getting the dismay — and the boycotts — of H.B. 2 behind us. Let the games begin, again. No compromise is perfect. But bathrooms didn’t have us pointing fingers in February 2016, before Charlotte passed its nondiscrimination ordinance (NDO) that led to H.B. 2. The General Assembly tolerated the status quo ante Charlotte, including 18 non-bathroom NDOs (six protecting gender identity and expression), allowing non-threatening access to things like public housing and city jobs. What if there were a time machine? Former governor Jim Martin, a Republican, suggests going back to the law as of February 2016 — reverting to “pre-existing law and practice.” Anything on the books then is OK. Anything later is not. Put the toothpaste back in the tube. Democrats who want more will need a new election. For bathrooms, Martin would revert to the old law of trespassing, with state pre-emption of any future local ordinance. Any Peeping Tom and predator problems become non-problems, as they were pre-Charlotte. Individuals would be entitled to take clothes off where members of the other sex are not present. So imagine that Caitlyn Jenner, or someone like her, uses the ladies’ room. That’s OK, unless someone complains, saying she’s a man using it “without authorization” — the legal definition of trespassing. But unless there’s mischief, or ill will, not many prosecutors will try to get 12 jurors to agree unanimously that a crime has taken place. This is a non-problem. For non-bathroom cases, clarify the Martin principle — call it “Martin-plus.” That would allow

local-option NDOs like those 18 localities had enacted pre-Charlotte. Other ideas are on the table. The bipartisan H.B. 186 gives local governments a free hand in only certain cases, but then lets voters override them. LGBTQ folks hope the NCAA and the NBA will oppose it. Other bells and whistles, like increased penalties and a notification requirement, proposed by Gov. Roy Cooper, might help. This is where sports fans come in. Some of them, like me, have friends in both camps, and don’t insist on a perfect compromise to get rid of H.B. 2. They mainly want the boycotts to go away. Roy Williams and Coach K are on the record to fix H.B. 2. As unlikely as it may seem to a Carolina fan, the NCAA is North Carolina’s friend in this fight. The NCAA, a principal boycotter, exists to help its 1,129 member colleges and universities. Lots of those are in North Carolina. And a deal would help the NCAA. Its bargaining power as a sports production company goes down when fewer venues bid for events. The more states in the mix, the better. Thousands of political contributors have attended NCAA tournament games in North Carolina — and want to again. The governor and folks in the General Assembly listen to them. Those fans might be happy that the NCAA is putting our leaders’ feet to the fire. So peace is at hand? Maybe not. But the pressure is on our leaders to get down into the weeds and write a detailed, comprehensive compromise that protects dignity for LGBTQ folks and privacy for everyone. Maybe it’s that time machine, returning to February 2016. Maybe it’s something else. As Martin Luther King said, we can live together as brothers, or perish together as fools. Let’s have dignity. Let’s have privacy. Let’s have basketball. Originally from Grifton, N.C., Pat Oglesby is an attorney in Chapel Hill and former chief tax counsel of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee.

Column | cal Thomas

Toward better relations with the press

National reporters could be shown what success looks like outside the Beltway.

Before becoming a newspaper columnist I was a broadcast news reporter for local TV stations and occasionally appeared on the NBC radio and television networks. I have some experience at being on the receiving end of hostilities directed at the media. At a pro-Nixon, pro-Vietnam war rally I covered in the early ‘70s, a demonstrator looked at the NBC logo on my microphone and called me a “communist.” We had never met. He knew nothing about my politics or the quality of my reporting. He assumed that because I was covering the event for NBC I must be a left-wing radical. While there is little doubt in the minds of most conservatives that a large majority of reporters and anchors at the national level hold liberal views, the way labels are applied to journalists does little to improve the quality of journalism, a profession that was once considered a craft before it became big business, eventually devolving into just another political megaphone. The Trump administration has probably extracted maximum benefit from its frontal assault on the news media. It will not win converts by continuing the bashing. Even press critics must acknowledge that a free press is essential to a strong democracy. Here is my proposal to

simultaneously preserve and strengthen democracy, while encouraging the media to do a better job. Reporters, producers and TV bookers are people with families and, in my experience, a sense of duty. Mostly, they are friendly people who are interested in finding and reporting the truth. Granted, their view of truth might be far different from most conservatives, but let’s start there. The administration and other press critics should make a list of federal programs and the philosophies associated with them and conduct an objective study as to whether they have produced the advertised results. Feelings, intentions, even ideology should have no part in the study. Did the program and associated spending solve a problem? In terms of social services, were sufficient numbers of people helped and did those programs assist recipients to escape from government assistance and find jobs, or did they result in people becoming addicted to government, reducing their motivation? How credible is it that someone would favor a program or support a philosophy that costs too much and delivers too little? Is the private sector having greater success in achieving certain desired ends far better than government? Many states are

doing better than Washington in solving some problems. National reporters could be shown what success looks like outside the Beltway. They might ask members of Congress why they won’t embrace these models in the states they and their colleagues represent. I have never seen anger and opposition convert anyone. Persuasion requires a relationship that includes respect for the other person and learning how they arrived at their point of view. I suspect most people don’t take the time to contact, much less develop relationships with journalists, or even know many people with views different from their own. Find something you can admire in a journalist’s reporting and send them a note that says so. It can include a suggestion of something they might have missed in their coverage. A reporter is more likely to consider such a suggestion if it is accompanied with praise, rather than a heavy dose of bile. The media aren’t going away and while conservatives can — and should — continue to call out errors and bias, they ought to be at least as interested in changing hearts and minds, even minds that already seem made up. Cal Thomas is a nationally syndicated columnist.

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Philadelphia Jewish cemetery desecrated by vandals

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An activist paints the U.S.-Mexico border wall between Ciudad Juarez and New Mexico as a symbol of protest against President Donald Trump’s new immigration reform in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, on Sunday.

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People walk through the Dark Hedges in Ballymoney, Northern Ireland, on Monday.

Philadelphia About 100 headstones at a Jewish cemetery in Philadelphia have been knocked over, police said on Sunday, in the latest apparent vandalism incident at a Jewish burial ground in the United States. A Mount Carmel Cemetery visitor called police on Sunday morning to say the gravestones of three of his relatives had been toppled, police said in a statement. Officers found about 100 others knocked down. The incident apparently took place after dark on Saturday, police said.

Democrats pick Perez to lead party

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Revelers from Portela samba school perform during the second night of the carnival parade at the Sambadrome in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Tuesday.

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Revelers celebrate “Ash Monday” by participating in a colorful “flour war,” a traditional festivity marking the end of the carnival season and the start of the 40-day Lent period until the Orthodox Easter, in the port town of Galaxidi, Greece, on Monday.

U.S. top court rejects challenge to political ad disclosure rules Confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Justice nominee Neil Gorsuch scheduled for end of March By Andrew Chung Reuters WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday upheld federal disclosure rules for political advertising, rejecting an appeal by a Denver-based libertarian think tank that wanted to run an ad without being forced to divulge its major donors. The Denver-based Independence Institute sued the Federal Election Commission, arguing the law requiring such disclosure violated free speech rights under the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment. The Supreme Court affirmed last year’s lower court ruling in favor of the commission. It was the latest in a decade-long series of cases brought by conservatives aiming to roll back federal campaign finance restrictions. The Independence Institute was supported in the case by influential Republican and conservative voices including Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), the Judicial Watch legal activist group, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce business group. The institute, ahead of the

H. B. 186 from page A1

ting civil rights to a public vote, saying Tuesday, “My basic philosophy is you shouldn’t put the rights of a minority on the ballot.” Currently, H.B. 186 has been sent to the House Rules Committee while its key sponsors tackle the unenviable task of coalition-building in order to reach a critical mass of support. “As I’ve expressed repeatedly, I don’t intend to move the bill out of Rules until I know I’ve got the votes to do that,” said primary bill sponsor Rep. Chuck McGrady (R-Henderson). “The mathematical formula is rather simple; I need about 35 Democrats and put them with about 35 Republicans to give enough of a margin for error to be able to move the bill in the House.” While McGrady said he is making progress in reaching those numbers in the Republican caucus, the bill’s chances really hinge on the requisite level of support from Democrats.

2014 congressional elections, had sought to run a radio advertisement about increasing prison costs, telling listeners to urge their Colorado U.S. senators to support sentencing reform. Because the ad mentioned a senator by name in the lead-up to an election, it triggered a provision in the 2002 campaign finance statute known as the McCain-Feingold law requiring the institute to file with the election commission and disclose any donors supporting the ad. The law was enacted to combat an explosion of what is known as “soft money” in campaigns through so-called sham issue advertisements, which cloaked partisan advocacy in discussions of public policy. Though the Supreme Court allowed unlimited campaign spending by corporations and unions in its landmark 2010 decision in the Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission case, the court also upheld disclosure requirements for campaign ads. The Federal Election Commission said that for more than a century federal law has required organizations that influence elections to disclose information about their funding sources, a principle upheld in the Citizens United ruling. The Independence Institute sued in federal court in Washington in a bid to keep the names of

“At this point it isn’t going to move forward unless I get the Democratic votes,” said McGrady. “I don’t get the Democratic votes unless the governor first gets the Democratic votes.” A compromise bill in December that was initially poised to address H.B. 2 during a special session of the legislature fell apart as Cooper, then governor-elect, called on Democrats to reverse their support of the bill. Cooper is again advocating opposition to the latest repeal effort based on the referendum provision, while sponsors of the bill indicate the governor has not contacted them to negotiate the bill’s details. “You can’t negotiate with yourself and right now I haven’t heard from the governor,” said McGrady before cautioning that, “if changes are made in the bill to accommodate the governor’s concerns that could affect my vote count with Republicans while gaining the Democratic votes. The referendum piece is one that gets me Republican votes and

Washington, D.C. Democrats elected former Labor Secretary Tom Perez as their chairman on Saturday, choosing a veteran of the Obama administration to lead the daunting task of rebuilding the party and heading the opposition to Republican President Donald Trump. Members of the Democratic National Committee, the administrative and fundraising arm of the party, picked Perez on the second round of voting over Rep. Keith Ellison, a liberal from Minnesota.

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Also on Monday the justices declined to hear a direct challenge to the constitutionality of the death penalty as cruel and unusual punishment, rejecting an appeal by a Louisiana death row inmate. Liberal Justice Stephen Breyer objected to the court’s decision not to hear the appeal by Marcus Reed, a drug dealer convicted in

the 2010 shooting deaths of three brothers, including a 13-year-old, over the theft of marijuana and an Xbox video game console from his home. The Louisiana Supreme Court upheld Reed’s conviction last September. The court’s action came at a time of deep divisions among the eight justices over the death penalty, with Breyer and other liberals expressing doubt about whether capital punishment remains acceptable under the U.S. Constitution four decades after the court reinstated it. Breyer wrote that “the arbitrary role that geography plays in the imposition of the death penalty,” with certain places much more likely than others to use it, helped him “conclude that the court should consider the basic question of the death penalty’s constitutionality.” The Supreme Court upheld the death penalty as constitutional in a landmark 1976 ruling, but has in more recent years imposed some limits in its application for juveniles and people with intellectual disabilities. President Donald Trump’s nominee to fill the seat left after the death of Justice Antonin Scalia, Judge Neil Gorsuch, has in the past rejected appeals of a death penalty sentence. Analysts say he is expected to tip the court back toward support of the death penalty as Scalia did. Gorsuch is scheduled to face the U.S. Senate for confirmation later in March. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle expect he will be confirmed as a ninth justice on what is now a bench evenly split along ideological lines.

loses me Democrat votes. It’s not accidental that Rep. Davis is very much on record as being a strong proponent of the referendum, and [Reps. Marvin] Lucas and [Ken] Goodmon have problems with the referendum.” The balancing act will be precarious as bill sponsors attempt to address the concerns of opposing factions, but the Henderson County Republican is optimistic. “If I didn’t believe that I can get around that issue and accommodate various people’s interests I wouldn’t have put forward the bill,” said McGrady. “You’ve got to thread the needle here.” If the bipartisan group of lawmakers achieve sufficient support for the compromise legislation to pass the House, and subsequently clear the Senate, Cooper will face a tough decision on whether or not to veto a bill which, if enacted, would largely fulfill his central campaign promise of repealing House Bill 2 and repairing the state’s reputation.

Protestors calling for a full repeal of House Bill 2 stand outside of a press conference where Representative Chuck McGrady speaks along with other lawmakers and North Carolina business leaders speak on House Bill 186 at the Legislative Building in Raleigh on Tuesday.

March 28 Date when Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch is expected to begin confirmation hearings with U.S. Senate its donors secret, arguing that its proposed ad focused on the sentencing reforms that senators were considering, not any senator’s re-election campaign. Last October, a three-judge panel of the federal court ruled against the group, saying it would be impossible to distinguish genuine issue ads that reference candidates from campaign-style ads that openly promote or disparage a candidate.

Justices snub challenge to death penalty constitutionality

Las Cruces, N.M. Pay attention to the ingredients of bug sprays and other repellents, because they’re not equally effective at warding off mosquitoes that carry diseases like Zika virus, say researchers at New Mexico State University. After studying 11 products, researchers into the Zika virus found that products with DEET or oil of lemon eucalyptus, which contains an ingredient known as PMD, are more effective at repelling the Aedes aegypti mosquito that carries Zika, chikungunya, yellow fever and dengue.

Trump administration re-evaluating self-driving car guidance Washington, D.C. U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao said on Sunday she was reviewing self-driving vehicle guidance issued by the Obama administration and urged companies to explain the benefits of automated vehicles to a skeptical public. The guidelines, which were issued in September, call on automakers to voluntarily submit details of self-driving vehicle systems to regulators in a 15-point “safety assessment” and urge states to defer to the federal government on most vehicle regulations.

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One final hurrah Duke forward Amile Jefferson (21) gets the dunk and draws a foul from Maine forward Andrew Fleming (0) to convert a 3-point play in the second half of the college basketball game at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham on Dec. 3, 2016.

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Sooners QB Mayfield arrested

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Oklahoma Sooners quarterback and Heisman Trophy favorite Baker Mayfield was arrested over the weekend and charged with public intoxication, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and fleeing in Washington County (Arkansas). Mayfield was “yelling profanities and causing a scene” according to a report from police, while also slurring his speech and struggling to walk down stairs. Mayfield faces an April 7 court date. cfb

Duke QB Sirk transferring for final year Duke Blue Devils backup quarterback Thomas Sirk is transferring for the final year of his college career, Duke coach David Cutcliffe announced on Monday. Sirk was replaced by Daniel Jones when he suffered an injury and after Jones breakout freshman season, it appears playing time was going to be short for Sirk. “I am beyond thankful for my time spent at Duke University,” Sirk said in a statement. Because he received his degree from Duke in May 2016, Sirk, who received an extra year of eligibility from the NCAA after suffering a second Achilles tear, will be eligible to transfer and play immediately. nfl

Short, Cousins among players franchise tagged The Carolina Panthers were one of several NFL clubs to utilize the franchise tag on Monday, ahead of the March 1 deadline, placing the tag on defensive tackle Kawann Short to prevent him from becoming a free agent. Short will receive a fully guaranteed, one-year deal worth $13.5 million and Carolina has until July 15 to work out a long-term deal with him. Also tagged on a Monday: Cardinals defensive end Chandler Jones, Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul, Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell and Chargers outside linebacker Melvin Ingram. The Redskins placed the exclusive franchise tag on quarterback Kirk Cousins on Tuesday, which will pay him $24 million in 2017. nfl

Steelers sign WR Brown to huge new deal The Pittsburgh Steelers announced a new five-year contract with wideout Antonio Brown. The new deal features $73 million in total money and makes Brown the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL.

Duke’s Jefferson battles pain to finish career strong

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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kurt Busch celebrates winning the 2017 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 26, 2017.

Youth shows strong but experience wins at 2017 Daytona 500 Young drivers dominate, but veteran prevails in season opener By R. Cory Smith North State Journal funny thing happened on Sunday down the stretch A at Daytona: amid a sea of youth,

an old man emerged to steal the checkered flag. Kurt Busch’s victory, amid big-name wreckage and a sea of rules changes, offered a reminder about the value of experience on the fastest of tracks. Chase Elliott held the lead in a single-file draft before running out of gas with three laps remaining. Kyle Larson then took over the lead, only to lose it to Busch after his tank ran dry as well. Busch wan’t home free, however, having to battle off Ryan Blaney down the stretch to steal his first Daytona 500 victory. Busch is clearly the elder statesman of the group, having won at the track for the first time at age 38, after his 17th attempt. But the other three drivers in that equation are all 24 years old or younger, with Elliott and Blaney in their second seasons. It’s an all-too-common issue

for the young guns in the sport: experience trumps everything else. Busch alluded to that following his Daytona 500 triumph. “I was seeing all these young guys, all these new guys,” Busch explained, “I’m like, ‘Aha, I’m the old bull here. I’ve just got to take my time.’” Larson finally pulled one off last season in his third year at Michigan, but no other driver to start in the last six years has collected a regulation win. Chris Buescher won a fog-shortened race at Pocono last year, but that was more luck than skill. Trevor Bayne was the last to win a race before that, but it was a one-off victory with Wood Brothers Racing in the 2011 Daytona 500. “I can count all the races they’ve won on one hand,” Kevin Harvick said of the young drivers in the sport. “All of them. I feel pretty good about where I’m at.” Busch prevailing was simply more proof that the up-andcoming drivers still haven’t quite caught up with the old guard. Guys like Elliott, Larson and Blaney might be in contention when the NASCAR playoffs roll around, but wins are the quickest way to a championship. See Daytona, page B4

urham — After each ACC game at Cameron Indoor Stadium this season, Amile Jefferson would sit at a stool in front of his locker, take off his shoes and explain to the media what they’re trying this time. Jefferson has hobbled through the year, with a painful foot injury — a bone bruise on his right foot, suffered early in conference play. The medical staff has spent the season experimenting, trying to find a way to make life easy for the fifth-year senior. One game, the foot is wrapped up like a mummy. In another, there’s a special pad installed in his shoe. “Today I put less stuff in my shoe and went with a patch,” he said after one game, gingerly peeling away a gauze pad taped to the top of his right foot, revealing a large, lingering bruise underneath. “We’re trying a whole bunch of different things,” he explained. With all the attention on his foot, the question is bound to come up — is the foot getting any better? Jefferson, hesitant to lie, even to the media, generally tries to avoid giving a direct answer. “They tell me I can’t make it any worse by playing on it,” he’ll answer, instead. The fact of the matter is that Jefferson has spent the final two months of his college career in pain. It keeps him from practicing. It’s left him in a protective boot from time to time. And, occasionally, it’s kept him off the floor during games, but probably not as often as it should. “I don’t know if I’ll be 100 percent,” he said, “but basketball players play through injuries. I’m going to keep saying that. That’s what players do – they play through injuries.” Jefferson has referred to the constant pain as a “distraction” and “background noise” and has resigned himself to gritting his teeth and enduring it. “I’m good with where I am and I just have to keep fighting,” he said after one game shortly after suffering the injury. “You start to forget about other things like pain,” he said after another game. “You start to focus.” In a season where Duke’s entire roster has been ravaged by injuries, Jefferson has led by stoic example, refusing to use his own bad foot as an excuse. It’s just the latest way that Duke’s leader has

“I don’t know if I’ll be 100 percent, but basketball players play through injuries.” — Duke forward Amile Jefferson

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Things have taken a turn for the worse in Hurricanes country, with the state’s hockey team unable to really make a push out of the league-mandated bye to try and catch up with the playoff pack. As a result, the already youthful Hurricanes are sort of forced into a corner when it comes to roster building. Cory Lavalette examines exactly where the Hurricanes go from here. Page 4

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Joel Embiid: Philadelphia 76ers big man is out indefinitely after suffering some swelling in his left knee. Embiid’s injury comes on the heels of the Sixers dealing Nerlens Noel and shutting down Ben Simmons for the year, giving fans little to enjoy the rest of the season. Royal St. George’s: The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews announced the legendary golf club in Sandwich, England would be the host for the 2020 British Open. It will be the 15th time St. George’s has hosted the event and the first since 2011. Marc Trestman: Former NC State coach and Chicago Bears head coach returned to the Canadian Football League. Trestman, who spent five years as the head coach of the Montreal Alouettes, reportedly will sign on as coach of the Toronto Argonauts, bringing Jim Popp as his GM. Trestman twice won the Grey Cup with Montreal. Alshon Jeffery: Bears wide receiver will reportedly not receive the franchise tag from Chicago this offseason, meaning he can test the free-agent market. Jeffery, just 27, was suspended during last season for PED use and missed four games, but should receive plenty of attention as the top available wideout. Joakim Noah: Knicks center is reportedly done for the entire 2017 season after having to undergo knee surgery according to a report from Yahoo’s The Vertical. Noah has struggled with injuries throughout the year and looks like another questionable move by Phil Jackson and the Knicks.

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They say that “rubbin’ is racin’” and that was absolutely the case at the Daytona 500 on Sunday. The race, which was eventually won by Kurt Busch after he took the lead late and held off a couple of youngsters (read our story on B1), also featured a bunch of big names colliding in some epic collisions, including Jimmie Johnson (48) as you can see below.

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“I’m a little bit like everyone else. I’m a bit puzzled by it ... Physically, he looks fantastic. Mentally, he’s talking.” Golf legend Jack Nicklaus talking about the state of Tiger Woods golf game

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“I made a bad decision. Ever since that night I have to live with it ... It still haunts me to this day. NFL Draft prospect Joe Mixon discussing his offfield incident at Oklahoma

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81 Percent chance that Russell Westbrook has to finish the NBA season while averaging a triple double according to analysis from ESPN.com’s Kevin Pelton. Westbrook has thrust himself squarely in the MVP consideration thanks to his hunt to be the first guy since Oscar Robertson to average a triple double for the course of a season. He might very well pull it off.

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The Masters are secretly right around the corner and golf season is getting rolling. The Honda Classic did not kick things off but it kicked things in high gear, as Rickie Fowler put his game on cruise control down the stretch to capture the victory.

Former Heisman Trophy winner and NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, who made the move to baseball to become a minor league baseball player with the New York Mets, hit four home runs during a spring training batting session this week.

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As the season continues to spiral for the New York Knicks, it is possible yet another big name from the team could end up being let go. Derrick Rose, the biggest splash signing of the offseason by Phil Jackson, has not panned out the way the Knicks hoped. And there are rumors floating, according to Frank Isola of the New York Daily News, that Rose could even be cut by the Knicks. It would be a stunning turn of events but would sum up the Knicks nicely. noah k. murray | USA TODAY SPORTS IMAGEs

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An emotional NC State forward BeeJay Anya (21) gets a kiss from his mother Oby on Senior Night before the college basketball game against Virginia at PNC Arena in Raleigh, Feb. 25, 2017.

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North Carolina forward Justin Jackson (44) dunks against Pittsburgh during the second half at the Petersen Events Center on Feb. 25, 2017. The Tar Heels won 85-67.

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Duke Blue Devils guard Luke Kennard (5) reacts during the second half against the Miami Hurricanes at Watsco Center Coral Gables, Fla. on Feb. 25, 2017.

1. UNC-Ch

2. uncw

3. DUKE

T-4. nccu

T-4. pfeiffer

Points: 30 Last Week: 2

Points: 26 Last Week: 3

Points: 24 Last Week: 1

Points: 20 Last Week: 4

Points: 20 Last Week: 5

UNC continues to romp its way through the ACC slate with four straight wins and 25 overall victories for the sixth time in the last seven seasons. The Tar Heels look the part of the strongest team in the ACC after dominant victories over Louisville and Pittsburgh. Saturday’s game will no longer be a matchup of two top-10 programs but it certainly could be a battle for the top of these standings.

Several players have set records this season with their play, but the team already has 26 wins and a 13-1 mark at home, both all-time highs for the program. The Seahawks haven’t even entered the CAA Tournament and coach Kevin Keatts already has the most victories in a single season in program history. Keatts will look to shatter the mark with three wins and a trip to the NCAA Tournament for a second time.

Duke drops to third after two losses last week. The Blue Devils’ road struggles returned in two narrow losses at Syracuse and Miami to drop them to 3-5 in ACC play away from Cameron. Grayson Allen has averaged just eight points per game since posting 25 against UNC. Mike Krzyzewski wisely sat him out against UM, Duke will need Allen to get healthy down the stretch.

The Eagles have already clinched a third MEAC title in the last four years. Despite one slip up to start conference play, NC Central has rattled off 13 straight wins. Prior to LeVelle Moton’s arrival, NCCU was a middling program in the Division II CIAA with little direction. Now the Eagles are by far the most consistent team in the MEAC with a shot at making a second NCAA Tournament in four years.

Pfeiffer is riding a 13-game winning streak with one conference game remaining. The Falcons trounced Belmont Abbey by a final of 80-62 last week. With two consecutive games in the 80s Pfeiffer’s scoring average dropped to 105.9 points per game. Behind four 15+ points/game scorers, the Falcons have one of the most prolific offenses heading into their conference tournament.

6. queens

7. wake forest

8. uncg

Points: 15 Last Week: 7

Points: 10 Last Week: 9

Points: 9 Last Week: 8

9. unc pembroke

10. Unc asheville

Queens University of Charlotte is back on track at the perfect time in the season after four wins in the last five games. Heading into the SAC Tournament fresh off two blowout wins, the Royals still have a shot at entering the Division II Tournament as a top-10 team.

The Demon Deacons played just one game last week, needing a huge rally to survive against a lowly Pittsburgh team at home. Luckily, Wake has ACC Player of the Year candidate John Collins, who has 11 straight 20-plus point games with seven double-doubles over that stretch.

Seniors R.J. White and Diante Baldwin have the Spartans back on track in the Southern Conference despite a rough stretch in January. With the conference tourney tipping off on Friday, UNCG will eventually have to tackle fellow juggernauts in East Tennessee State and Furman to play late into March.

Points: 6 Last Week: 10

Points: 4 Last Week: 6

Following a tight win over North Georgia to start the PBC Tournament, the Braves are 22-7 overall with an eight-game winning streak. Saturday provides a huge test with a quarterfinals matchup against Lancer, a team that took UNCP to overtime earlier this month in an 83-81 win for Pembroke.

A loss to Gardner-Webb on Thursday dropped the Bulldogs to second in the Big South standings, but a convincing win over Liberty helped keep them there. While UNC-Asheville didn’t clinch the regular season title, three more wins in Rock Hill, S.C. would propel the Dogs to the NCAA Tournament.

North State Journal for Wednesday, March 1, 2017

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Noah Hanifin controls the puck against Toronto on Feb. 19, 2017, at PNC Arena.

Jefferson from page B1

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Amid another lost season, Hurricanes turn to youth Wednesday’s 3 p.m. trade deadline could lead to more young players entering Carolina’s lineup By Cory Lavalette North State Journal ALEIGH — Carolina Hurricanes coach Bill Peters said his R team’s 1-3-1 performance on their

recent five-game homestand “made it easy on management” to become sellers ahead of Wednesday’s NHL trade deadline. The other obvious decision that comes with Carolina playing out the string is giving opportunities to younger players. The Hurricanes were already one of the NHL’s youngest teams prior to dealing their oldest player, 35-year-old defenseman Ron Hainsey, in a trade with Pittsburgh last Thursday. Hainsey’s departure has added another revolving door on the Carolina defense — the No. 6 job on the blue line had already been rotating between Matt Tennyson (32 games played), Klas Dahlbeck (20) and Ryan Murphy (13). “It’s an opportunity for some of those young defensemen to step up and take more minutes and more roles and continue that develop,” general manager Ron Francis said following the Hainsey trade. The trade also opened up a spot in the top two pairings, one Noah Hanifin — who has played exclusively on the third pairing with aforementioned trio this year — will fill the balance of the season. “There’s a lot of guys with lots to play for here,” coach Bill Peters said following Carolina’s 3-0 win over Ottawa last Friday. “Murph’s

getting into the lineup, so Murph wants to play well. Dahly’s finally on the left side, you got lefty-righty on all three pairs. He wants to play well. Noah’s playing with [Brett Pesce] against really good players each and every shift. He wants to play well. That’s what it’s all about.” While the Hanifin-Pesce pairing looked good in the win over the Senators, a rough outing Sunday against Calgary led to the duo — who were both on the ice together for all three Flames goals — being split up, with the latter reuniting with season-long partner Jaccob Slavin while Justin Faulk paired with Hanifin. There are also players jockeying for spots in the forward ranks. Both Phil Di Giuseppe and Brock McGinn — who did not play against Calgary and Peters said the team “missed his energy, missed his competitiveness” — are trying to prove they are are full-timer NHLers, getting a chance in the top nine. “Ginner’s an interesting character. He’s in a real good spot,” Peters said of McGinn. “If you’ve got a chance to play with Jordan Staal as an athlete, as a player, don’t let that slip through your hands. Like don’t. You’re crazy if you do. “And now Phil’s sitting there knocking there on the door, too,” Peters added. “He’s saying, ‘Hey, if he drops the ball I want to be able to pick it up and play there, too.’ So very competitive within the locker room for your opportunity to play in situations.” There could also be room for American Hockey League callups. Francis traded veteran Viktor Stalberg to Ottawa Tuesday for the Senators’ third-round pick in this summer’s draft, and fellow

30-somethings Jay McClement and Derek Ryan could also be had. Center Lucas Wallmark, a 2014 fourth-round pick from Sweden who is in his first season in North America, and winger Andrew Poutralski, a free agent signee out of the University of New Hampshire, have both been among the leading rookie scorers in the AHL in their first full year with the Charlotte Checkers. Wallmark scored his 18th and 19th goals over the weekend, boosting his team lead and moving into second among all AHL rookies, while Poturalski leads the Checkers in scoring with 38 points (13 goals, 25 assists) and is fourth in the league in rookie points. There’s also NHL veteran Bryan Bickell, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in November and played his first pro game since Oct. 30 in Charlotte’s 6-1 win Saturday, notching an assist. Bickell had one goal, the game-winner against the Rangers Oct. 28, in seven games with the Hurricanes before his diagnosis. He has been undergoing treatment for his MS since and returned to the ice in January before clearing waivers last week and being assigned to Charlotte. He was acquired, along with Teuvo Teravainen, last offseason from Chicago. Forwards Patrick Brown, Valentin Zykov and Andrei Nestrasil could all get looks as well. Nestrasil, now a year removed from suffering a fractured vertebra last Feb. 25 in a game vs. Toronto, cleared waivers and was assigned to Charlotte in January after registering five points in 18 games with Carolina this season. He has four goals and six assists in 17 games with Checkers since being sent down.

helped to set the pace for the team in recent years. Last season, in what should have been Jefferson’s senior year, another injury to his right foot — this one a fracture — sidelined him for more than four months. The NCAA gave him an additional year, and he opened this season with a vengeance. “Amile is our most important player,” coach Mike Krzyzewski said, citing the big man’s ability to communicate on the floor and contribute in a variety of ways. Jefferson can score, but he’s also willing to let others get their points, while he does the dirty work inside. He’s currently fourth on Duke’s career offensive rebounding list and is fifth in the ACC in rebounds and double-doubles. “He does so much stuff that doesn’t show up in the stat sheet,” associate coach Jeff Capel said, “and his stat sheet is usually pretty good. But he still does a lot of stuff that doesn’t show up. He’s an important part of what we do.” Jefferson can also pass out of the post extremely well, setting up Duke’s outside shooters with

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Duke forward Amile Jefferson (21) drives to the basket past Pittsburgh guard Chris Jones (12) Feb. 4, 2017, at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham.

chael Waltrip, who came away with an eighth-place result in his final start with Premium Motorsports. Toyota has often won races on late drafts thanks to having several teammates near the front of the pack. Sunday was the exact opposite of what can happen when teammates attempt to stick together in a restrictor-plate race.

Daytona from page B1 Perfect situation for SHR, Ford and Monster Sunday was looking like a horrendous day for Ford’s new super team in Stewart-Haas Racing. Harvick was three laps down despite winning the second stage of the race. Both Danica Patrick and Clint Bowyer were involved in the same wreck and sitting in the garage. The last hope was Busch. He pulled through when the team needed it the most. And with Monster Energy — the new title sponsor for the premier series — on his hood, it was an ideal scenario for everyone involved with Busch. “I tried not to put any extra pressure on my shoulders,” Busch said. “I tried to rely on my team’s strengths and not focus on what I have been through with Monster Energy the last six years. They are a strong, big company and they have chosen to be the entitlement sponsor and I can’t be happier to do the job I am supposed to do as a Monster athlete, which is to win podiums and races. “Here we are. We are with the Daytona 500 trophy.” Stewart-Haas has been through a lot of changes in the last year with the move to Ford, retirement of Tony Stewart and Nature’s Bakery leaving Patrick without a primary sponsor. Sunday was a retreat from the lawsuits and tempestuous times in the SHR garage. “It has been a really long, hard winter, and I am so proud of everyone at SHR and Ford Performance,” said Stewart. “... Had I known that all I had to do was retire [to win the Daytona 500], I would have retired 17 years ago.” Rookie Mistakes While several second and fourth-year drivers found success

assists. “On that play, that’s a vintage Duke play,” Jefferson explained. “You look back, however far you go, Duke makes that play, where a big guy or a four, gets that rebound and kicks it out. It’s like a dagger. It deflates the other team when you do that. That’s been a trademark of Duke and our Duke teams.” Jefferson will be honored before Duke’s final home game, against Florida State, on the team’s Senior Day. If it’s up to him, he’ll then take the floor and do everything he can to beat the Seminoles. It might not be his decision, however. Jefferson played limited minutes in his previous game, and Krzyzewski has openly talked about resting his injured players — Jefferson and Grayson Allen — down the stretch to try to have them ready for tournament season. Whether in uniform or a suit, foot packed in gauze or loose and open, or nestled in some other device rigged up by the training staff, Jefferson will shout instructions to his teammates, wear his emotions on his sleeve and do everything in his power to lead the team — his team — to a win.

Room for improvement

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NASCAR Cup Series driver Kurt Busch (41) celebrates winning the 2017 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on Feb 26, 2017.

at Daytona, it was a day to forget for nearly every rookie driver. Daniel Suarez and Erik Jones came into the season as the two rookies to watch with one driving for Joe Gibbs Racing and the other with a partnership with the super team. When both had issues on an all-Toyota pit stop during the first stage — Suarez going too fast and Jones missing his pit box — Toyota’s strategy completely fell apart. It wasn’t just Suarez and Jones making mistakes, though, with Corey LaJoie making countless bloopers to start the race. The BK Racing rookie locked up his brakes attempting to enter pit

road and smashed into the wall. He then missed his pit box while trying to get the damage fixed just 26 laps into the race. Ty Dillon, the lone rookie not in a Toyota, was actually having a solid afternoon before Kyle Busch wrecked ahead of him and Jamie McMurray ultimately cost him a chance to finish. Dillon spent much of the afternoon in the top 10, but finished 30th due to multiple huge wrecks. Daytona likely won’t be the only time the rookies will make mistakes, but it was a sobering season opener for the heralded class.

Drivers who stick together, wreck together So, let’s talk about that Toyota strategy a little more. Joe Gibbs Racing and Furniture Row Racing teamed up to outwit the competition and win the first two stages. It paid off for Kyle Busch initially as he won the opening stage. It then backfired as Kyle spun out, collecting Jones and Matt Kenseth in his wake. With so much attention on the six cars for JGR and Furniture Row, none of them finished inside the top 10 while four finished in the garage. In fact, the highest finishing Toyota in the stable was Mi-

The stages served their purpose, but it was far from perfect on Sunday. At the end of each of the segments, NASCAR fans got to experience drivers working their hardest to earn playoff points after just 60 laps. It was essentially like two shortened races wrapped inside one large event — which is exactly what NASCAR hoped to accomplish. “It seemed like you get five laps to go in the stage, everything would kind of amp back up there,” A.J. Allmendinger said. “We were running single file in the second stage. Three to go and everybody kind of starts getting racing. I think really the last couple years here, for me I’ve noticed because I’ve always tried to hang in the back, pick a time to make a run. Everybody just gets three‑wide now. It’s hard to make any moves happen.” While the energy on the track was amped up, the awkwardness afterward needs to be cleaned up. Following the first stage, seven laps were wasted during the caution. Seven laps might not seem like a massive deal, but when the second stage is only 60 laps, losing more than one-tenth of them is sub-optimal. There will likely not be any drastic changes following the first race of the season, but there are obvious flaws early on with the system. That’s why rolling it out in NASCAR’s closest equivalent to the Super Bowl was a risky move for the entire sport.

North State Journal for Wednesday, March 1, 2017

TAKE NOTICE Alamance

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 390

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James Tanner and April Tanner, (James Tanner, deceased) to Netco Title Insurance, Trustee(s), dated the 20th day of February, 2013, and recorded in Book 3195, Page 353, in Alamance County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Alamance County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at #1 Courthouse Square in the City of Graham, Alamance County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:30 AM on March 2, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Alamance, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of lot number thirty (30), Phase 2, Section 1, Henry's Farm, Plat of which is recorded in the Register of Deeds for Alamance County, North Carolina in Plat Book 71 at Page 445, to which reference is hereby made for a more complete description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 305 Thad Drive, Haw River, North Carolina. Subject to all restrictions, reservations & easements now of record, if any. The Rider(s) attached hereto is hereby incorporated into and made an integral part of this Security Instrument. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Daniel C. Stillings, (Daniel C. Stillings, deceased) (Heirs of Daniel C. Stillings: Victoria Stillings, Scott Stillings and Unknown Heirs of Daniel C. Stillings) to Mark C. McVearry, Trustee(s), dated the 5th day of October, 2007, and recorded in Book 2695, Page 405, in Brunswick County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Brunswick County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Bolivia, Brunswick County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Shallotte, in the County of Brunswick, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the City of Sunset Beach, Shallotte Township, Brunswick County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Unit Two, Building Six as delineated on a survey map by Russell A. Courtney, Sr., PLS, dated January 18, 2005, entitled "A Construction Survey Plat Showing Buildings 4, 6 & 7, Sunset Oaks, LLC Property", and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Brunswick County, North Carolina in Map Cabinet 31 at Page 431 to which map reference is made for greater certainty of description. Including the Unit located thereon; said Unit being located at 630 Sunset Oaks Lane, Sunset Beach, North Carolina. For informational purposes only: The APN is shown by the county assessor as 256DA00926; source of title is Book 2137, Page 139 (recorded 05/03/05) Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property

An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1199649 (FC.FAY)

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Brunswick NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 1 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by John W. Phelps and Nona Phelps to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of November, 2011, and recorded in Book 3216, Page 381, in Brunswick County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Brunswick County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Bolivia, Brunswick County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Brunswick, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 100 of South Brook at Mallory Creek Plantation, Section 2, as shown on that certain map recorded in Map Book 65 at Page 75, in the Brunswick County Registry, reference to said map is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 375 St. Kitts Way, Winnabow, North Carolina. SUBJECT to the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Cove Landing at Mallory Creek Plantation, Section 1, recorded in Book 1990, Page 138, Supplemental Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions for Mallory Creek Plantation recorded in Book 2929 at Page 875 in the Brunswick County Registry. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1200968 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 250 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Joseph Graham Garner and Nicole Rene Garner to TRSTE, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of February, 2008, and recorded in Book 2741, Page 281, in Brunswick County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Brunswick County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Bolivia, Brunswick County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Brunswick, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING ALL of Lot 21, Waterford Phase Two, Section One A, as shown on map recorded in Map Cabinet 28 at Page 388 of the Brunswick County Registry, reference to which map is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1042 Garden Club Way, Leland, North Carolina. SUBJECT TO the Master Declaration of Protective Covenants for Waterford Residential Property recorded in Book 1683, Page 1034 and the Amendment to Master Declaration of Protective Covenants for Waterford Residential Property Annexing Phase Two, Section One A recorded in Book 1816, Page 12, both of the Brunswick County Registry and all amendments thereto, and all easements, rights of way and restrictions of record, all governmental land use situates, ordinances and regulations, including zoning, subdivision and building regulations and ad valorem taxes for the current and subsequent years. FURTHER SUBJECT TO that certain Master Cross-Access Easement and Maintenance Agreement for Waterford recorded in Book 1683, Page 1026, of the Brunswick County Registry and all amendments thereto. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1184436 (FC.FAY)

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AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 282

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 26

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Johnny Price and Elaine Price (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Johnny E. Price and Elaine C. Price) to Dennis P. Schwartz, Trustee(s), dated the 14th day of January, 1999, and recorded in Book 2423, Page 281, in Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cabarrus County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 13, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Number Four (4), in the County of Cabarrus, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and Being in the City of Kannapolis, Number Four (4) Township of Cabarrus County, North Carolina on the West side of Early Street, and Being all of Lot Numbers 19, 20, 21, 22, 23,, 24, 25, and 26 (19 through 26, inclusive), in Block "C" of JACKSON PARK ANNEX, as surveyed and platted, a copy of which plat is filed in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Cabarrus County in Map Book 11, Page 24, to which map book and page reference is hereby made for a complete description thereof by metes and bounds. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 555 Early Street, Kannapolis, North Carolina. For back reference, see Deed Book 5777, Page 7, and Deed Book 597, Page 36, Cabarrus County Registry. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Timothy M. Robertson to Tornow & Kangur, Trustee(s), dated the 31st day of August, 2009, and recorded in Book 1939, Page 1372, in Davidson County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Davidson County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Lexington, Davidson County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:30 AM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Davidson, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED as Lot 3 as shown on the Map of Friedburg Place, recorded in Plat Book 17, Page 117, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Davidson County, North Carolina, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 5831 Zinzendorf Road, Winston Salem, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/ security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1180731 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 15 SP 320 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James R. Williams and Renee M. Williams (Husband & Wife) to Hutchins & Senter, Trustee(s), dated the 3rd day of May, 2007, and recorded in Book 7531, Page 109, in Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cabarrus County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 13, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cabarrus, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Number Eleven (11) Township, Cabarrus County, North Carolina and being Lot Number Twenty (20) of Willow Bend, as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 23, Page 24, Cabarrus County Registry, to which reference is hereby made for a complete description thereof by metes and bounds. Being the same property conveyed to James R. Williams and wife, Renee M. Williams, by General Warranty Deed from Jonathan C. Turner and wife, Laura Sharpe Turner, dated November 24, 2003, recorded November 25, 2003 in Book 5010 at Page 313, Cabarrus County Register of Deeds. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 362 Queens Drive, Concord, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1179012 (FC.FAY)

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 15 SP 328 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Ronnie L. Smith and Vickie S. Kennedy and Janice C. Smith, (Ronnie L. Smith, deceased) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Vickie S. Benton (formerly Vickie S. Kennedy)) to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of February, 2008, and recorded in Book 1852, Page 993, in Davidson County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Davidson County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Lexington, Davidson County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:30 AM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Davidson, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: FIRST TRACT: BEGINNING at an iron stake on the south side of Sullivan Road, Lee Black Estate line, said iron staek being 27 feet south from the southern edge of pavement in the center of old road bed; running thence with the center of old road bed South 72 deg. East 220 feet to an iron stake, H.L. Cagle's corner, said stake being South 15 feet from south edge of pavement; thence with Cagle line South 5 deg. 30 min. West 600 feet to an iron stake, Wilma Hick's corner on the Cagle line; thence with the Wilma Hick's line North 84 deg. 30 min. West 215 feet to an iron stake, Hick's corner on the Lee Black Estate line; thence with the Lee Black Estate line North 5 deg. 30 min. East 648 feet to the point of beginning, containing, 3.08 acres, more or less. SECOND TRACT: BEGINNING at an iron stake on the south side of Old Sullivan Road which stake is H.C. Hockedy's northwest corner; thence South 72 deg. East 220 feet to an iron stake, Hockedy's other corner; thence North 24 feet to center of new paved Sullivan Road; thence North 72 deg. West with the center of New Sullivan Road 220 feet to a stake; thence South 36 feet to a stake, the beginning corner. For back reference see Deed Book 876, Page 1461. SAVE AND EXCEPT that property conveyed to Vickie S. Kennedy by deed recorded in Book 590, Page 230 and property conveyed to Ronnie L. Smith recorded in Book 334, Page 348, Davidson County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1670 Sullivan Road, Thomasville, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/ security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1159389 (FC.FAY)

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 78

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 1493

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Barbara Harviala to Joan H. Anderson, Trustee(s), dated the 13th day of June, 2007, and recorded in Book 5640, Page 793, in Durham County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Durham County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Durham, Durham County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:30 AM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Durham, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 113, Block C, Section 2, Hope Valley Forest, as per plat and survey thereof recorded in Plat Book 92 at Page 44, Durham County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1 Druid Place, Durham, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Anthony Ambruso, Jr. and Leigh W. Ambruso, (Anthony Ambruso, Jr., deceased) to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 21st day of September, 2007, and recorded in Book RE 2788, Page 2906, in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that real property situated in the county of Forsyth, State of North Carolina: Being the same property conveyed to grantor by deed recorded 01/17/2002 in Book 2226, Page 4445 Forsyth County Registry, to which deed reference is hereby made for a more particular description of this property. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 332 Cheltenham Drive, Winston Salem, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 31 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Nicholas J. Orphanos and Cynthia B. Orphanos to Hutchens, Senter and Britton, Trustee(s), dated the 13th day of June, 2014, and recorded in Book 7512, Page 129, in Durham County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Durham County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Durham, Durham County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:30 AM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Durham, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that parcel of land in Durham County, State of North Carolina, being known and designated as follows: Being all of Lot 12 as shown on a plat titled "Recombination Plat, the Highlands at Treyburn," prepared by Capital Survey and Mapping Company, PA, and recorded in Plat Book 136, Pages 109 and 110, Durham County Registry. Together with the rights and benefits and subject to the obligations contained in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for the Highlands at Treyburn recorded in Book 2269 at Page 39, Durham County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 316 Villa Drive, Durham, North Carolina. By fee simple deed from Terrence G. Butler, unmarried as set forth in Book 6517, Page 938 dated 06/15/2010 and recorded 07/12/2010, Durham County Records, State of North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1201266 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 1 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Christopher L. Benson and Ruth E. Lewis to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 30th day of July, 2009, and recorded in Book RE 2905, Page 2384, in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being known and designated as Lot Nos. 68 and 69 as shown on the revision and additional map of Rock Ledge as recorded in Plat Book 8, Page 132, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina. Reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3509 Delane Drive, Winston Salem, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1200157 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 1606

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 25

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Floyd J. Jackson III to Gary L. Lackey, Trustee(s), dated the 3rd day of October, 1996, and recorded in Book 1920, Page 1580, in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING KNOWN and designated as Lot Number 152 as shown on the Plat of NORTHILLS, PHASE VI, as recorded in Plat Book 25, page 5 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3960 Shamel Street, Winston Salem, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Reshonda R. Matthews to Trustee Services of Carolina LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 26th day of March, 2008, and recorded in Book RE 2824, Page 3103, and Modification in Book 3115, Page 1624, and Modification in Book 3144, Page 3863, in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 95, Phase 2, Thornaby Park, as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 46 at Page 20, Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3663 Thornaby Circle, Winston Salem, North Carolina. Being all of that certain property conveyed to Reshonda R. Matthews, from THE RYLAND GROUP, INC., by deed dated 06/28/04 and recorded 06/30/04 in Deed Book 2484, Page 178 of official records. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 26 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Raul A. Lio and Amanda Lio (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Raul Lio) to Andrew Valentine, Esquire, Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of August, 2006, and recorded in Book RE 2684, Page 3200, in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING located at 1034 Nancy Lane, and being known and designated as Lot 128 as shown on a Plat of Easton which is recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina in Plat Book 14, Page 23(4) to which plat reference is herewith made for a more detailed description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1034 Nancy Lane, Winston Salem, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1198821 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 2 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by William T. Moss, (William T. Moss, Deceased) (Heirs of William T. Moss: Timothy M. Moss, Randy D. Moss and Patrick T. Moss) to PBRE, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 14th day of July, 2009, and recorded in Book RE 2903, Page 1794, in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Abbotts Creek, in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Abbotts Creek Township, Forsyth County, North Carolina and being all of Lots # 27, 28, and 29 of the John H. Chamelin Estate, map or plat of which is duly recorded in Plat Book 12, Page 124, Forsyth County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1752 Union Cross Road, Kernersville, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1197084 (FC.FAY)

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Guilford NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 358 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Valerie R. Brooks to John C. MacNeill, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of July, 2005, and recorded in Book 6350, Page 1317, in Guilford County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse, West Door U-G Level in the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:45 AM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 47 of the W.A. Boone Subdivision, per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 14 Page 57 of the Guilford County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 513 West Minneola Street, Gibsonville, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1200974 (FC.FAY)

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 1029 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Cindy L. Wyrick and James M. Wyrick (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Sekinat Olla) to BB&T Collateral Service Corporation, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of September, 2004, and recorded in Book 6182, Page 1429, in Guilford County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse, West Door U-G Level in the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:45 AM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain parcel of land lying and being situated in the County of GUILFORD, State of NC to-wit: All of Lots 130, 131, 132, 133 and 134, Clearview Acres Subdivision as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 28, at Page 47, Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4200 Fairside Drive, Greensboro, North Carolina. Tax Map Reference: C04-0191-C 0439-00027 Being that parcel of land conveyed to Cindy L. Wyrick and husband, James M. Wyrick, as tenants by the entirety from Timothy G. Reece and wife, Kimberly S. Reece by that deed dated 07/29/1993 and recorded 07/29/1993 in deed book 4098, at page 1351 of the Guilford County, NC Public Registry. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1199175 (FC.FAY)

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 15 SP 1988 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Luis Mustafa and Bianca Guerro, also known as Biana Guerrero, husband and wife (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Biana Guerrero and Luis Mustafa) to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 11th day of July, 2006, and recorded in Book 6562, Page 2575, in Guilford County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse, West Door U-G Level in the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:45 AM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 40, Phase III-B King's Mill at Sedgefield as shown on map recorded in Map Book 108, Page 58, Guilford County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4403 South Landsberg Court, Greensboro, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

Harnett

Onslow

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 5

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 777

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Landon Scott Dye and Brittany Nicole Dye to National Title Network, Trustee(s), dated the 1st day of June, 2012, and recorded in Book 2999, Page 643, in Harnett County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Harnett County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Lillington, Harnett County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on March 16, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Harnett, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: The land referred to herein below is situated in the County of Harnett, State of North Carolina, and is described as follows: Being all of Lot 56, Tingen Pointe Subdivision, as shown upon that plat entitled "Subdivision Plat of Tingen Pointe, Phase 1, 2A & 3A", prepared by the Chandler Group, dated June 15, 2007, and appearing of record as a plat consisting of seven sheets at Map Number 2007, Pages 711 through 718, Harnett County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 66 Juno Drive, Broadway, North Carolina. Reference to which is hereby made for a more complete description of same, see Deed Book 2436, Page 566, Harnett County Registry for further reference. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Edward T. Simerson and Shirley H. Simerson (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Edward T. Simerson) to Karen Reale, Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of May, 2008, and recorded in Book 3071, Page 882, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on March 2, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: The land referred to herein below is situated in the County of Onslow, State of North Carolina and is described as follows: Being all of Lot 61 of Queens Creek Subdivision, Section One, duly recorded in Book of Maps 22 at Page 92 in the Onslow County Register of Deeds to which for a more particular description of said lot reference is hereby made. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 103 Nutfield Drive, Hubert, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 360 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Cornet Zeigler and Joan A. Zeigler to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), dated the 25th day of May, 2006, and recorded in Book 6536, Page 1865, in Guilford County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Guilford County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse, West Door U-G Level in the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:45 AM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Guilford, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being known and designated as Lot No. 16, of College Park, No. 2, as recorded in Plat Book 9, Page 40, Guilford County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 307 Hay Street, High Point, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1201720 (FC.FAY)

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property

pitt Nash AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 234 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Wendy R. Vernon to M. Patricia Oliver, Trustee(s), dated the 21st day of March, 2007, and recorded in Book 2303, Page 774, in Nash County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Nash County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Nashville, Nash County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Nash, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: KNOWN AS 412 Daffodil Way, Rocky Mount, Nash County, North Carolina and Being Lot 12, Block A, Section 1, Phase II of Westry Crossing Subdivision, all as shown upon a plat recorded in Map Book 30, Pages 66-67, Nash County Registry Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 412 Daffodil Way, Rocky Mount, North Carolina. THIS CONVEYANCE is subject to Restrictive Covenants recorded in Book 1878, Page 431, Nash County Registry Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1191245 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 001 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Katie Leigh Gourley to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of August, 2007, and recorded in Book 2377, Page 838, in Pitt County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pitt County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Greenville, Pitt County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on March 7, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pitt, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot No. 94 of Charleston Village, Section 3, as shown on map recorded in Map Book 66, Pages 131, 132 and 133 of the Pitt County Registry, to which map is herein reference for a more complete and accurate description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2032 Charterhouse Lane, Winterville, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1177952 (FC.FAY)

North State Journal for Wednesday, March 1, 2017

B8 robeson NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 386 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jessie James Hunt (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Jessie Hunt) to Earl Strickland, Attorney at Law, Trustee(s), dated the 10th day of November, 1997, and recorded in Book 975, Page 125, in Robeson County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Robeson County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Lumberton, Robeson County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:30 PM on March 16, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Robeson, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 6 of that certain map entitled "Map of Towns End Subdivision", prepared by John W. Nobles & Associates, dated December, 1996, recorded in Map Book 35, Page 127, Robeson County Registry, incorporated herein by reference. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 643 Townsend Chapel Road, Pembroke, North Carolina. SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS: 1. One single family dwelling per lot and only one family member per dwelling. 2. New conventional, modular, or double wide homes acceptable. 3. All homes must be underpinned with brick, and double wide homes must be tied down. 4. All homes must be set back at least 80 feet from the highway and in line with other homes. 5. Homes must meet state and county building codes. 6. No. livestock barns, sheds or pastures on lots. 7. No livestock of any type will be kept on lots. 8. No trash dumps or junk dumps on any lots. 9. No junk automobiles or repair shops on any lots. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1197688 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 380 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Hubert Jones and Minnie Jones aka Minnie R. Chavis to Andre Barrett, Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of December, 1999, and recorded in Book 1097, Page 860, in Robeson County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Robeson County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Lumberton, Robeson County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:30 PM on March 16, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Pembroke, in the County of Robeson, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Pembroke Township, Robeson County, North Carolina about 4 miles west of the Town of Pembroke, on the Southwest side of U.S. Highway 74 and bounded by lands of Herman Locklear on the Northeast side, lands of William H. Locklear on the Northwest and lands of Russel Livermore on the South. Beginning at an iron pipe in a ditch, Southwest of second corner original tract and runs thence as said ditch and southern line original tract South 81 degrees 38 minutes East 261.1 feet to an iron pipe, Herman Locklear's corner; thence as another ditch North 30 degrees 08 minutes West 226.76 feet to an iron pipe in William Locklear's line; thence South 42 degrees 26 minutes West 214.2 feet to the beginning containing 0.53 acres more or less. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 10853 Highway 74 West, Maxton, North Carolina. Being a part of the lands conveyed to H.G. Locklear by deed recorded in Book 17-1, Page 240, in the Robeson County Registry. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1190136 (FC.FAY)

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE File No.: 16 CVS 1134 Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in a judgment bearing the caption "Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. v. Summer Michelle Stone, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Tony Britt, and Substitute Trustee Services, Inc., in its capacity as Substitute Trustee", Robeson County, and pursuant to the terms of the judgment, the undersigned Commissioner will offer for sale that certain property as described below. Said sale will be held in the City of Lumberton, Robeson County, North Carolina at Two Thirty p.m. (2:30 p.m.) on Thursday, the 16th day of March, 2017 at the courthouse door, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situate in the County of Robeson, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a stake in the eastern edge of the Old Lumberton-Whiteville Road, the northwest corner of Tract No. Two (2) of said survey, said tract now being owned by K.M. Briggs, Inc., and runs along the eastern edge of said road North 37-3/4 West 309 feet to a stake; thence North 50 East 498 feet to a stake; thence North 51 1/2 West 314 feet to a stake; the last call being reversed; thence reversed call North, 50 East 578 feet to the beginning corner, containing 3.84 acers, more or less, and designated as a part of Tract No. One (1) in the original survey and being the same lands that were deeded to Grady Townsend by H.M. Beasley in a former division of said lands. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 9499 Old Whiteville Road, Lumberton, North Carolina. The property is being sold "as is", without warranties, subject to all taxes, special assessments and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Any assessments, costs or fees resulting from the sale will be due and payable from the purchaser at the sale. The sale will not convey any personal property which may be located on the real property and the Commissioner makes no warranties or representations as to whether improvements to the real property are personal in nature. A cash deposit (no personal check), or certified check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the high bid, will be required at the time of the sale. The sale will be held open for ten days for upset bids as required by law. This the 17 day of February, 2017.

Rowan NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 20 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Chris H. Beyer and Gina M. Beyer (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Chris Henry Beyer and Gina Marie Beyer) to UWharrie Mortgage Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 17th day of August, 2009, and recorded in Book 1147, Page 944, in Rowan County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Rockwell, in the County of Rowan, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Rockwell Township, Rowan County, State of North Carolina, and being more parituclarly described as follows: Being all of Lot No. 12, as shown upon a map of Grand Oaks, Map 2, as recorded in Book of Maps at Page 6205, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1304 Oak Grove Lane, Salisbury, North Carolina. For reference, see Deed Recorded in Record Book 1113 at Page 464 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. The following information is included for reference purposes only: Current Parcel ID No.: 630D107 Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1201118 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 128 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Paul B. Leo and Dawn A. Leo (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Paul E. Leo and Dawn A. Leo) to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 20th day of November, 2006, and recorded in Book 1080, Page 954, and Modification in Book 1203, Page 543, and Modification in Book 1188, Page 572, in Rowan County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Rowan, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: TRACT ONE: BEING all of Lot No. 27 as shown upon the map and survey of SPRING HILLS SUBDIVISION by Richard L. Smith, Registered Surveyor, dated June 16, 1978 and recorded in Book of Maps, at page 1481 and revised in Book of Maps, at page 1662 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. TRACT TWO: BEING all of Lot No. 28 as shown upon the map and survey of SPRING HILLS SUBDIVISION by Richard L. Smith, Registered Surveyor, dated June 16, 1978 and recorded in Book of Maps, at page 1481 and revised in Book of Maps, at page 1662 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Rowan County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1310 Richard Road, Salisbury, North Carolina Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1202592 (FC.FAY)

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 11 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Dewitt Morris and Dorothy Morris, (Dewitt Morris, deceased) to National Real Estate, Trustee(s), dated the 18th day of March, 1999, and recorded in Book 847, Page 735, in Rowan County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 8, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Salisbury, in the County of Rowan, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all that certain lot or parcel of land situate in the city of Salisbury Township, Rowan County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in the south ward of the Town of Salisbury and fronts on Lee Street, between Horah and Monroe Streets, beginning at a stake in the edge of Lee Street, 50 feet from the east corner at the intersection of Lee and Monroe Streets and runs southeast parallel with Monroe Street, 142 feet 8 inches to a stake in the N.C. R.R. Right of Way; thence northeasterly with the line of said right of way, 53 feet 4 inches to a stake, J.A. Barrett's Corner, thence northwest parallel with Monroe Street and said Barett's line, 182 feet 8 inches to a stake in the edge of Lee Street; thence southwest with the edge of Lee Street, 52 feet to the beginning. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 425 South Lee Street, Salisbury, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1200766 (FC.FAY)

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 352 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Richard A. Smith and Martha L. Smith to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 18th day of November, 2003, and recorded in Book 995, Page 637, in Rowan County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Rowan County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 15, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Rowan, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lot 12 of Goodman Lake Meadows, Section One, recorded in BK Maps at Page 4193, Rowan County North Carolina Registry Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 5710 Goodman Lake Road, Salisbury, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1187842 (FC.FAY)

Wake AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 15 SP 3248 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Dawitt Ferew (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Dawitt Ferew) to Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of November, 2006, and recorded in Book 12283, Page 1911, and Modification in Book 15754, Page 1442, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 6, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 81, Section 2, Fox Hollow Subdivision, according to map of the same recorded in Book of Maps 1979, Page 309, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements thereon, said property located at 2709 Owl Tree Court, Raleigh, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1154366 (FC.FAY)

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Chef Ricky Moore of Saltbox Seafood Joint has been attracting faithful North Carolina seafood diners to his small 205-square-foot, “serving until the seafood runs out” location for some time. Moore now has a second location planned at the former Shrimp Boats spot at 2637 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd and with 1,500 square feet of space capable of seating 48 people, those seeking seafood in the Bull City are sure to follow. saltboxseafoodjoint.com

Lake Norman Eater.com (a go-to website for foodies) has named Joe Kindred’s newest restaurant called Hello, Sailor as one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2017. Joe Kindred and his wife Katy currently own and operate Kindred in Davidson. Hello, Sailor is 4,000 square feet of lakefront dining with a patio and tiki bar in the plans — currently slated to open in June. Locals may find the spot familiar as it is the former Rusty Rudder space.

Greensboro Pier Oyster Bar & Grille is set to open on 214 S. Elm St. in downtown Greensboro. The menu will highlight seafood but also include chicken and steak entrees with the centerpiece of the menu being a seafood tower to feed the table priced at $60. As of now the restaurant will serve dinner beginning at 4 p.m. and will not open for lunch.

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Three nights of music added extra fun to the event on Friday. Mile High Tavern was jam-packed with attendees that ranged from material girls to men without hats.

It was ’80s night and we were all alright . . . By Emory Rakestraw For the North State Journal N ITS SIXTH YEAR, the Totally ’80s Retro Ski Weekend at Beech Mountain lets all walks of life Ire-experience the 1980s with a weekend packed full

of decade-inspired events. It’s one thing to dream of time travel, it’s another to feel like you’ve discovered it. Big hair, shoulder pads, even spandex and leotards — the ’80s came to life on the slopes at Beech Mountain. In its sixth year, the Totally ’80s Retro Ski Weekend has grown into the ultimate nostalgia event where people attend to experience the decade and also re-experience the fun of Retro Weekend. People came from all over the state as well as the region, including Georgia, Alabama, and even Florida, like the winners of the $500 retro apparel contest. Justin Gilman dressed as painter and TV host Bob Ross with Danielle Deatherade dressed as his subject, happy trees. The crowd at Beech Tree lodge chose the winners, roaring for their win while The Breakfast Club, deemed “America’s Favorite 1980s Tribute Band” pounded out classic tunes. The runners-up were a group of five friends who dressed as See BEECH, page C7

The Asheville-based pay-bythe-ounce taproom concept, The Pour Taproom, is taking its talent to Wilmington. The space will cover two levels with the first one reserved for 42 taps from around the world and the second floor dedicated to North Carolina brews. The tapas of beer concept is designed to allow customers a chance to try a wide range of beers. The Pour Taproom is scheduled to open in the spring at 201 North Street in the Murchison Building and will also offer a light menu. pourtaproom.com

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Many attend to see the sight of colorful, bright ski clothes. While some dust off their old 1980s ski gear, others spend months preparing for the event. One attendee said he spent an upwards of $1000 dollars on his attire for the weekend.

We head to Durham to be part of the party as the bull times roll for Mardi Gras 2017. What began as a series of neighborhood parties has now grown into a rousing community celebration. the good life

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essentials One way to show your school pride is to wear it. Tradition Scarves of Raleigh designs and sells European style club scarves that make you want to wrap up whatever the weather. The line has added beanies and banditos to their repertoire, but the scarf remains their most recognizable accessory. If your team is still dancing in March you should be able find a scarf to help show your true colors.

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march madness watering holes March Madness is here and for many that means being glued to the action. Back in the day across North Carolina we had the promise of the television being rolled into our classrooms so no one missed a moment. You can live-stream the games, follow along with your favorite sports writer on social media, or perhaps your office TV trumpets every buzzer beater in the background of your work day. Now that we’re all grown-up, gathering together for tipoff to cheer on the home team still feels better than watching solo. When you’re ready to belly up to a local spot we’ve compiled a list of watering holes where you can cozy up alongside your compadres to celebrate or commiserate as the case may be.

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An elegant table setting using cloth napkins at The Fisherman’s Wife in Wilmington, N.C.

A touch of cloth YOU’VE EXHAUSTED the time and effort to prepare a lovely affair — the clock is ticking, and guests will arrive today. The silver is polished, your china is out, the crystal is sparking and it is time to set the table —now, what napkin would to use? Paper is never appropriate at a fine occasion, in fact paper is only appropriate at a backyard picnic and even in that instance one can make the argument for the presence of the cloth napkin.

1) Cloth napkins dress up the event Beautiful napkins act as dressing to your table, just as you’ve invested in the perfect frock. Think through your napkin choice — crisp, white linen, preferably monogrammed sets the tone.

2) Cloth napkins are green Talk about an au courant way to be eco-friendly, because this fine piece of tableware is not commonplace you can find exquisite, yet affordable ones at antique stores.

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Tobacco Road Sports Cafe is one of the most popular bars in Durham to watch Duke games.

Winston-Salem

Chapel Hill

Diamondback Grill

Top of the Hill

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You can make your own. I learned this little trick from my mother-in-law; so simple, and this endeavor truly gives you the freedom to customize your look! Visit your local fabric store and ask for approximately 1.5 yards of cotton fabric, make sure to prewash/ preshrink, then you can measure out and cut four squares, find the fringe and pull around the edge until you have the width fringe you want around the edge. Incidentally, these make great housewarming gifts along with a wooden spoon and homemade cookies.

Village Tavern

Spanky’s

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Foothills Brewing

Four Corners

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4) Napkin folding is a relatively simple art

Devine’s Restaurant & Bar

The Players’ Retreat

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Tobacco Road Sports Cafe

Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant

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3) Looking for a craft

Employ the internet and a little practice and you’ll be making French pleats with the best of them. If the concept of a fold makes you panic, give yourself a break and whip out those napkin rings you never use, they’re fun and just taking up space in your sideboard! Relax and welcome your guests to your soiree whether it is a casual backyard supper or a formal dinner party — the extra effort will not go unnoticed.

Satisfaction Restaurant & Bar H-Street Kitchen satisfactiondurham.net

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On tap this week at Top of the Hill Restaurant, Brewery, Distillery and Event Space in Chapel Hill: Singleton Strong Ale “A seasonal strong ale, the Singleton gets its name from uses only pale malt and Liberty hops in the brewing process.” Lewis Black Imperial Stout “A strong, dark beer with a coffee and dark chocolate flavor profile. Served over nitrogen to create a distinctive creamy texture.” Kenan Lager “A refreshing beer with a very light color, a delicate taste and a dry finish. Named after UNC benefactors Frank & Betty Kenan as a token of thanks for giving the proprietor his scholarship to law school.” Information courtesy of topofthehill.com

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1,000 words and counting Newspapers reach their audience using different voices, written facts, thought-provoking editorials, post-game analysis, or the discovery of one of N.C.’s hidden gems off a country road. But photographs capture the emotion and spirit of an event, relaying a story like nothing else. In a time when anyone has the capability to snap an image, we’ve learned this year that the art of photography is unique in today’s print media environment and it captures a moment in our state’s history that no other medium can. The treasure trove of photographs that we have carefully placed on the pages of the North State Journal this year were argued over, analyzed, and chosen from hundred of options to bring our readers a view of the story that doesn’t offer an opinion or an angle, but captures a moment in time. We hope you enjoy this reprint of some of our favorite images.

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Classics on the fairway: Gordon and Bettye Logan, of Georgetown, T.X., drive up in their 1936 Auburn 852 S/C Boartail Speedster to accept the best in class award for Class 1: Pre-War American (Open & Closed Until 1942) during the fourth annual Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance, Saturday, April 30, 2016. The vintage car showcase takes over a fairway at the iconic golf resort to display historic and rare automobiles while raising money for charities like the USO of North Carolina. Veterans Day Parade in Warsaw Miss Warsaw Middle School Zequoia Sanderson sits on top of a car for the 96th annual Warsaw Veterans Day parade as her mom Cathy Barden, left, and Zena Bell, in the car, also prepare to ride in the parade on Saturday, November 5, 2016. The parade in Warsaw, which has a population of just over 3,000 people, is the oldest consecutive veterans day celebration in America.

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Cruz Campaign Rally in Raleigh Isaiah Hillman, 14, and Elijah Burke, 11, stand on a chair to watch Sen. Ted Cruz speak during a campaign event on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at Calvary Baptist Church. Cruz, along with presidential candidates Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders, campaigned in the state several times before the primaries.

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Through the lens: 1,000 words and counting

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A Homecoming in Charlotte Chad and Katie Coleman, center, hug their adopted daughters Safi, 6, left, and Sifa, 5, right, at the Charlotte airport as the two girls arrive in the United States for the first time on June 9, 2016. The Coleman family legally adopted the two sisters years earlier, but had to wait for them to be allowed to leave the Democratic Republic of the Congo to join their new family in North Carolina.

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Blessing of the Hounds in Southern Pines From left, Wade Liner and Lefreda Williams wait for the start of the Thanksgiving Day opening meet and Blessing of the Hounds on Nov. 24, 2016. The Moore County Hounds — at 102 years old — is one of the oldest organized hunts in the country and holds tradition with the British hunts it’s inspired by.

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President Donald Trump raises his fist at a rally when he campaigned in Raleigh on July 5, 2016 while still seeking the Republican party nomination. Trump won North Carolina in the general election which helped carry him to the presidency.

Trump Protest in Fayetteville Pamela Wilson, center, of Fayetteville, holds a sign with other protestors during a Trump rally in Fayetteville on March 9, 2016. Thousands of people attended the rally which was one of Trump's many appearances in North Carolina ahead of the March 15th primary.

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Duke v. UNC: Game Day in Durham Duke students cheer as they line up in Krzyzewskiville outside Cameron Indoor Stadium on March 5, 2016. Duke undergraduate students camp out for several weeks end to gain access the college rivalry game against North Carolina. The tradition is more than 30 years old.

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on the red carpet | Oscar night “It felt like people saved the big guns for the Oscars. They went for that old Hollywood glamour. That’s what everyone in America loves to see.” Alexandra Apatoff, People Deputy Style Editor

“I thought we’d see blue ribbons on every dress and that hasn’t happened. I think Hollywood is a bit reluctant to hammer that (political) message so hard. Maybe they’re thinking of tonight being able to escape that conversation. And have people enjoy the fashion.” Eric Wilson, In Style Fashion News Editor Actress Brie Larsson brings back big screen drama in a black velvet Oscar de la Renta dress.

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Actress Viola Davis in a red Armani dress.

Actor Lin-Manuel Miranda and his mother Luz TownsMiranda wearing blue ribbons in support of American Civil Liberties Union American Civil Liberties Union.

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Actor Jacki Chan with two stuffed pandas which represent two pandas Chan adopted in China.

Stars shimmer on Oscar red carpet as diamonds and gold have their day Stars flaunted their gowns on the world’s most stylish runway on Sunday By Piya Sinha-Roy Reuters LOS ANGELES — Hollywood’s A-list stars flaunted gold and silver gowns on the Oscar red carpet on Sunday, doused with a generous helping of diamonds, feathers, sequins and symbolic blue ribbons on the world’s most cinematic runway. Emma Stone, nominated for best actress in “La La Land” sparkled in a 1920s inspired gold fringed Givenchy gown, as “Hidden Figures” supporting actress contender Octavia Spencer opted for a silvery Marchesa adorned with a flounce of feathers. Resembling a real-life — though much more chic — Oscar award, actress Jessica Biel sported a shimmering gold-copper Kaufman Franco beaded gown accessorized with a bold African-inspired necklace from Tiffany’s. “I call it perfection!” piped in husband Justin Timberlake, wearing Tom Ford. “Lion” supporting actor nominee Dev Patel and television host Ryan Seacrest shared fashion warnings about the dan-

gers of wearing white tuxedos jackets on a red carpet filled with women in red lipstick as Dakota Johnson floated by in a flowing gold Gucci. Fashion experts agreed the elegance quotient was high, with nods to “old Hollywood glamour” updated for today. “This is a fantastic year for fashion on the red carpet,” said InStyle’s fashion news director Eric Wilson. “It’s unusual to see this many great gowns, each with something unusual that makes it feel like a new look.” Velvet ruffles from Oscar de la Renta cascaded down last year’s best actress winner Brie Larson in an old Hollywood glamour look with a dramatic decolletage. “The velvet is big. That will be a trend continuing in 2017 as we’ve seen on runways,” said Glamour fashion news director Florence Kane. Isabelle Huppert, nominated for best actress for “Elle” showed her typically refined style in a long-sleeved silver Armani Prive gown, while Ruth Negga, also nominated in the same category for “Loving,” chose a long-sleeved lacy Valentino in the fashion house’s signature vibrant red. Supporting actress nominee Viola Davis poured herself into an off-the-shoulder red Armani, as Charlize Theron went

for a metallic look in Dior. Negga and other attendees like model Karlie Kloss added a blue ribbon to their gowns and tuxedos to show support for the American Civil Liberties Union, an advocacy group that worked to get President Donald Trump’s travel ban blocked in U.S. courts. Both Stone and Johnson, meanwhile, wore pins in support of Planned Parenthood. Also sporting a blue ribbon was Lin-Manuel Miranda, best known for Broadway’s “Hamilton.” He had his mother on his arm as his date and noted proudly that he bought his tuxedo in Yonkers, New York, at the same shop where he bought his high school prom tux years ago. “Chanel Pharrell!” proclaimed singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams, decked out in a fitted Chanel tux accessorized with a dramatic black bead necklace that fell down over the lapel. Two stuffed pandas, meanwhile were the arm candy of Jackie Chan, stand-ins for the real pandas the action star adopted at a breeding facility in Chengdu, China. “I am the panda ambassador! They go wherever I go, they take photos with famous people, Stallone, Clinton...,” Chan said.

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Best Actress Emma Stone for La La Land climbs the stage to pose with her Oscar in a gold fringed Givenchy gown.

North State Journal for Wednesday, March 1, 2017 BEECH from page C1 American Gladiators after spending the past two months planning and purchasing their costumes. Visiting Beech Mountain itself can feel like stepping back in time. Incorporated in 1981, it’s a place you visit time and time again where nothing really changes. Director of Tourism and Economic Development Kate Gavenus said, “Beech is very retro. It does have that old classic ski resort look to both the resort and the town. It really is a unique partnership between the ski area and lodging companies, restaurants, and town government — everyone plays into the weekend.” Some employees from Brick Oven Pizzeria were adorning their best ’80s dresses in order to seamlessly blend in with the decor that has been a part of their business for decades. The pizzeria has multi-colored light bulbs in the ceiling fans, an arcade in the back, and an unexpected bar decorated with house plants perched out front. The classic Beech Mountain View Haus has remained a bastion old-school welcome on the mountain. Beech Mountain is a place that stays comfortably the same, which adds to the draw. Retro Weekend brought all different walks of ’80s life to the mountain. Two moms from Davidson, Julie and Adelle attended with their daughters. One daughter was wearing her mom’s dress from the decade, including puffy shoulders with a dramatic floral print in muted pastels and to top it all off, chunky clip-on earrings. Adelle said she loved bubblegum punk clubs in the ’80s. That was something they could experience again during the weekend, while also introducing their daughters to the fun of it for the first time.

Another attendee, Brian Rhodes, from Columbia, South Carolina, has been coming to the event from the start and this year was his favorite. He said the weekend “makes people feel like they’re living the ’80s all over again.” While the snow conditions were lackluster, the experience and schedule of events made up for it. For the first time, there were three nights of music. Raleigh-based Rockzilla played Thursday night at Fast Eddie’s, on Friday night Cassette Rewind from Charlotte transformed Mile High Tavern into something reminiscent of a 1980s college cocktail mixer, and The Breakfast Club took the stage on Saturday night. The daytime also saw a wide range of activities. The Hot Tub Time Machine Trivia contest drew some very serious competition, and kids loved the Rubik’s Cube contest, some even completing the puzzle in under a minute. As a nod to the glorious automobiles that populated television shows back in the day, the ski village featured a talking Knight Rider KITT car and a stainless steel DeLorean. By Friday afternoon, people started pouring in. Girls in spandex and leotards soared down the slopes and instead of the usual black and white ski suits they were purple with lightning bolts and cheetah prints. Gavenus reflected on the progression of the event saying, “In the beginning, we focused more on the ski resort itself and over the years we’ve added more things in with the town. We added the ‘PacMan’ contest, third night of music, and we’ve been able to pull in more partners and businesses around town so you don’t necessarily have to be a skier to enjoy the retro ’80s feel of everything.”

TAKE NOTICE WAKE NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 79 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Wesley Vanwinkle and Susannah Vanwinkle to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), dated the 26th day of August, 2014, and recorded in Book 015763, Page 01561, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 13, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of St. Matthew's, in the City of Raleigh, in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in the City of Raleigh, St. Matthew's Township, Wake County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: All of Lot 192 in Maybrook Forest Subdivision Cluster Development, Phase 1, as shown on the maps recorded in Book of Maps 2006, Pages 927-930, Wake County Registry, to which maps reference is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2729 Manthorp Terrace, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tax ID # 0346328 Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

EMORY RAKESTRAW | FOR THE NORTH STATE JOURNAL

Fans of the ’80s dressed to impress at every turn during Beech Mountain’s annual theme weekend.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 40 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jeffrey K. Wilson, Jr. and Torrie Wilson to W.R. Starkey, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of January, 2010, and recorded in Book 013842, Page 02317, and Modification in Book 15862, Page 2061, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on March 13, 2017 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Wake County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 25 of Heather Hills Subdivision Section 3 Block K, Map 6 as shown on a map recorded in Book of Maps 1973, Page 489, to which plat reference is hereby made for a full and complete description of said lot. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 102 Queensbury Court, Garner, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1201723 (FC.FAY)

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