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Cooper’s vetos represented his biggest victories in 2019 NSJ Staff MOST OF N.C. Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper’s lasting achievements in 2019 stem from keeping Republican policies from ever getting implemented. This year will be best remembered politically by the fact that none of his 14 vetoes against legislation by the GOP-controlled legislature were overridden. One vetoed bill would have required sheriffs to cooperate with federal agents looking for immigrants believed to be in the U.S. unlawfully. Another would have protected newborns who survived unsuccessful abortions. He called the sheriff bill a political stunt and the abortion measure unnecessary interference between women and physicians. Republicans hold majorities in the House and Senate but lack enough seats to override Cooper’s vetoes on their own, like they could during Cooper’s first two years as governor. Democrats ended the veto-proof control with legislative gains in 2018. His veto of the GOP’s two-year state budget in June led to a budget impasse between him and Republican leaders that has persisted through the end of the year. He opposed the measure because it contained tax cuts, did not expand Medicaid to more able-bodied adults and didn’t rely on bonds for school construction. One of the most exciting moments in the budget fight — and one of the most surprising moments in state politics in 2020 — has not yet paid off for the GOP. On Sept. 11, the N.C. House voted to override Cooper’s budget veto. Few Democrats were present when Speaker Tim Moore (R-Kings Mountain) began proceedings on several bills on the House calendar, including overrides of the 2019 Appropriations Act (H.B. 966) and another vetoed bill, House Bill 555, which had funding related the overhaul of the state’s existing Medicaid program. There were enough members of the House to fulfill quorum — 70 of the 120 members were pres-

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A salute to 2019 By A.P. Dillon North State Journal RALEIGH — Military-related news in North Carolina during 2019 saw the marking of a major milestone in June with the 75th anniversary of the Normandy invasion. A formal ceremony at the state capitol and the reading of the names of the 39 North Carolinians who sacrificed their lives on D-Day were followed by a wreath-laying ceremony and a rifle salute on the lawn of the historic capitol grounds. Camp LeJeune and Cherry Point Marine bases were the recipients of much-needed disaster relief aid after President Trump signed a $19.1 billion disaster aid bill. The bill was passed by the U.S. Senate in May and contains $381 million to repair damage caused by Hurricane Florence to various military installations in Onslow County. At the end of May, a change of command ceremony at the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam was held for the U.S. attack submarine, the USS North Carolina (SSN 777). Commander Michael Fisher was relieved by Commander Matthew Lewis. Cherry Point Marine Base was the scene for the retirement of the last squadron of EA-6B Prowlers known as the Death Jesters. The EA6B Prowler squadron had been deployed last year in support of military operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria. They flew their final combat mission on Feb. 28. Lt. Gov. Dan Forest launched his bid for governor, and his plan to make North Carolina the most military-friendly state in the country, with programs focused on supporting military families, transitioning to civilian life and building a career in North Carolina. N.C. Army National Guard Brig. Gen. Todd Hunt took over command as the 41st adjutant general of the North Carolina National Guard, replacing retiring Major Gen. Gregory Lusk.

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President Donald Trump arrives at W.K. Kellogg Airport to attend a campaign rally, Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019, in Battle Creek, Mich. as the U.S. House voted to impeach him.

TRUMP IMPEACHED By Jill Colvin The Associated Press WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming only the third American chief executive to be formally charged under the Constitution’s ultimate remedy for high crimes and misdemeanors. The historic vote split along party lines Wednesday night, much the way it has divided the nation, over a charge that the 45th president abused the power of his office by enlisting a foreign government to investigate a political rival ahead of the 2020 election. The House then approved a second charge, that he obstructed Congress in its investigation. The articles of impeachment, the political equivalent of an indictment, now go to the Senate for trial. If Trump is acquitted by the Republican-led chamber, as expected, he still would have to run for reelection carrying the enduring stain of impeachment on his presidency. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi threw a bit of uncertainty into the process Wednesday night by declining to say when, or even whether, she would send the charges to the Senate. Trump tweeted Thursday that the Senate should just go ahead and the Democrats “would lose by default,” but the trial cannot begin until the articles are delivered. “The president is impeached,” Pelosi declared after the vote. She called it “great day for the Constitution of the United States, a sad one for America that the president’s reckless activities necessitated us having to introduce articles of impeachment.” Trump, who began Wednesday tweeting his anger at the proceedings, pumped his fist before an evening rally in Battle Creek, Michigan, boasting of “tremendous support” in the Republican Party and saying, “By the way it doesn’t feel like I’m being impeached.” The votes for impeachment were 230197-1 on the first charge, 229-198-1 on the second. Democratic Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) was the standout vote in the final margin as she voted “present” on the two articles of impeachment. Following the House vote, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), a staunch Trump GOP ally, emerged from a White House meeting with the president with a message. “He is demanding his day in court,” Graham said in an interview on Fox News Channel Thursday evening. “I just left President Trump. He’s mad as hell that they would do this to him and now deny him his day in court.” The White House did not immediately respond to questions about his account. Pundits say Trump sees a Senate trial as his means for vindication, viewing acquittal as a partial antidote to impeachment’s stain on his legacy. But that effort has been threatened by Pelosi’s decision

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President Donald Trump turns to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif., as he delivers his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington, as Vice President Mike Pence watches, on Feb. 5, 2019. to delay sending the articles approved by the House Wednesday to the Senate until, she says, Republican leaders offer more details about how they will handle an expected trial. “So far we haven’t seen anything that looks fair to us,” she said late Wednesday, dropping a surprise procedural bombshell just after the House cast its historic votes making Trump only the third president in the nation’s history to be impeached. House Democrats had argued for weeks that Trump’s impeachment was needed “urgently” to protect the nation. Democrats do not have enough votes in the GOP-controlled Senate to convict Trump and remove him from office, but have been pushing for a trial to include witnesses who declined to appear during House committee hearings, including acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney and former national security adviser John Bolton. Trump, meanwhile, has been hoping the trial will serve as an opportunity for vindication, and continues to talk about parading his own witness list, including former vice president and 2020 Democratic candidate Joe Biden, even though there is little appetite for that among Senate leaders. “The reason the Democrats don’t want to submit the Articles of Impeachment to the Senate is that they don’t want corrupt politician Adam Shifty Schiff to testify under oath, nor do they want the Whistleblower, the missing second Whistleblower, the informer, the Bidens, to testify!” Trump tweeted late Thursday. One White House official mused that Pelosi’s decision to indefinitely delay

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the trial would be an even more effective talking point for the president than his expected acquittal because, they argued, it would highlight how Pelosi has manipulated the process to deny Trump the opportunity to defend himself and clear his name. Such messaging has been effective in driving outrage among the president’s core supporters, which Trump’s campaign hopes will help propel him to reelection next year. But Graham made clear the president has not been swayed by that argument, calling the delay a “constitutionSee TRUMP, page A2

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Red Cross workers wait at the ferry docks Ocracoke Island on Monday, Sept. 9, 2019. With limited housing and no power, volunteers need to leave the island at night and then return in the morning for Hurricane Dorian relief efforts.

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2019’s largest storm hit Ocracoke in September NSJ Staff 2019 was another year of above-average hurricane activity in the Atlantic Ocean and will be marked as the fourth-most ac-

tive hurricane season on record. There were 18 named storms and 20 total storms. Four storms made landfall in the U.S. Hurricane Barry hit Louisiana’s coast as a Category 1 hurricane July 13, Imelda

hit near Freeport, Texas, on Sept. 17 as a tropical storm; Nestor made landfall near St. Vincent Island on Florida’s Panhandle as a post-tropical cyclone Oct. 19 and Hurricane Dorian reached Category 5 strength, lingering over Grand Bahama island for 36 hours. The strongest storm of the season arrived at Cape Hatteras on Sept. 6 with Category 1 winds. Dorian left the Bahamas with historic damage that will likely take years to repair. In N.C., Ocracoke Island was devastated by the storm. Eastern N.C. was still recovering from 2018’s Hurricane Florence when Dorian struck Ocracoke. The island — accessible

only by water or air — was under evacuation orders before Dorian landed. Ocracoke wasn’t re-opened to visitors until Dec. 2. The island is likely to feel the effects into the 2020 summer and beyond. Rental cottages and motels took significant damage and some were completely destroyed by the wind and water stirred by Dorian. In a sign of resiliency by the island locals, several residents made homemade Christmas light displays. “Hurricane Dorian may have damaged our Holiday Lights signs, but not our Christmas cheer,” said Ocracoke Civic and Business Association Events coordinator Sara Teaster.

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TRUMP from page A1 al outrage” and insisting everyone should have their day in court. Trump had told reporters in the Oval Office earlier Thursday that Democrats were “playing games,” claiming they didn’t want to submit the charges “because they’re ashamed of them” and adding, that “they’re not allowed to do that. I hear it’s unconstitutional and a lot of other things.” Meanwhile, Trump insisted Thursday that he has not been bothered by the whole impeachment episode. Asked how he felt about going down in history as only the third president to be impeached, Trump quipped, “To me it doesn’t feel like impeachment.” Pelosi’s unexpected procedural delay also got a sour response from Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, who described the delay as a “very unusual spectacle,” given the urgency Democrats had previously expressed. “The prosecutors appear to have developed cold feet,” he said Thursday on the Senate floor. “I admit, I’m not sure what leverage there is in refraining from sending us something we do not want,” he added. “Meanwhile, other House Democrats seem to be suggesting they’d prefer never to transmit the articles. Fine with me.”

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The North Carolina Legislative building is pictured in this undated file photo. POLITICS from page A1 ent. The budget veto override vote passed 55-15. “The speaker made the promise early on in the budgeting process that anytime we saw an opportunity to override the veto we would do so,” said chief budget writer Rep. Jason Saine (R-Lincoln). The override upset the Democrats who had just a handful of mostly freshman members on the floor. Rep. Deb Butler (D-New Hanover) and other Democrats repeatedly interrupted and objected, yelling over Moore and others attempting to continue.

The veto override saga will likely continue into 2020 with the General Assembly scheduled to return to Raleigh in mid-January. Outside of skirmishes between Cooper and the General Assembly, the other major political story in N.C. was a series of court rulings that deemed recent electoral maps adopted by the General Assembly to be unconstitutionally drawn. A three-judge panel ruled that House and Senate maps were drawn in ways that relied too heavily on partisan voter registration data and therefore must be redrawn. That same court ruled that the state’s congressio-

nal maps should be redrawn due to the same partisan bias. These rulings in 2019 will weigh heavily on the political landscape in N.C. in 2020. 2019 included two extended vacancies in the N.C. congressional delegation. Walter B. Jones Jr., who represented eastern N.C. in two different districts since 1983, died in February of 2019. That vacancy was not resolved until September when Rep. Greg Murphy, who was a state legislator, prevailed in a special election to replace Jones. A lengthier vacancy, that spanned from January to Sep-

tember, was finally resolved when Republican state senator Dan Bishop defeated Democrat Dan McCready by two percentage points to take the 9th District. Republican Mark Harris had faced McCready in the November 2018 election and seemed to have prevailed by about 900 votes. State officials invalidated that election after investigators found evidence that a GOP operative had fraudulently manipulated absentee ballots. Harris decided against running again, citing medical problems, opening the door for Bishop who won a GOP primary to face McCready.

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In this Nov. 13, 2019, file photo, Rep. Mark Meadows, R- N.C., speaks to reporters as the hearing with top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine William Taylor, and career Foreign Service officer George Kent, at the House Intelligence Committee ends on Capitol Hill in Washington.

Trump ally Meadows won’t run again, may join White House “I plan to continue to help the president... and how we do that and in what capacity has yet to be defined.” Mark Meadows

By Gary D. Robertson The Associated Press RALEIGH — Republican Rep. Mark Meadows of North Carolina, a top conservative ally of President Donald Trump, said last week he won’t seek reelection next year. He is expected to join the Trump administration in a yet-to-be-finalized role. Now in his seventh year in the House, Meadows has been a leader of hard-right conservatives who repeatedly defied and bedeviled two GOP House speakers. His disruptive tactics seemed to make him a kindred spirit with Trump, and the two men meet and confer often. Meadows’ name has been floated inside the White House at times as a possible replacement for Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney. But Meadows is instead currently expected to join the White House in a yet-to-befinalized senior adviser or strategist role, according to two people familiar with the situation who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss private deliberations. While Meadows had openly expressed his desire to serve as Trump’s chief of staff in the past, he is not expected to replace anyone currently working at the White House. And one of those people said they expected the role to be temporary, with Meadows eventually returning to the private sector. Meadows told reporters Thursday that joining Trump’s White House staff or presidential campaign “are certainly options,” but remained vague. The 60-year-old lawmaker declined to rule out taking a new post and leaving Congress before his two-year term expires. “I plan to continue to help the president and the administration, and how we do that and in what capacity has yet to be defined,” he told reporters.

He said he might seek elective office in the future. But he said he would not run for the Senate in 2020, when GOP Sen. Thom Tillis is up for reelection, or in 2022, when his North Carolina colleague, Republican Sen. Richard Burr, has said he will retire. Meadows’ announcement comes just a day after the House voted to impeach Trump on charges that he abused his power and obstructed Congress. Meadows became the 25th Republican to say they won’t seek reelection next year, plus another four who have already resigned or will leave Congress shortly. While Meadows’ seat is viewed as safely Republican, some of the districts being vacated are not, further complicating the GOP’s unlikely prospects of winning the House majority in next November’s elections. In a written statement, Meadows said he struggled with the decision and came to it after discussion with his family. “My work with President Trump and his administration is only beginning. This President has accomplished incredible results for the country in just three years, and I’m fully committed to staying in the fight with him and his team to build on those successes and deliver on his promises for the years to come,” Meadows said in the statement. “I’ve always said Congress is a temporary job, but the fight to return Washington, D.C. to its rightful owner, We The People, has only just begun.” In 2015, Meadows stunned his Republican colleagues by filing a motion to oust House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, which eventually led to Boehner’s resignation. The House Freedom Caucus, which he led, also sometimes made life difficult for Boehner’s successor, former Speaker Paul Ryan, R-Wis. The Freedom Caucus is a block of around three dozen conserva-

tive lawmakers. Their numbers and unity sometimes gave them enough clout to scuttle GOP bills not to their liking or to extract concessions from party leaders. Meadows also drew attention for his friendship with progressive Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings of Maryland, who died earlier this year. “There was no stronger advocate and no better friend than Elijah Cummings,” Meadows tweeted after his death. Meadows moved to the North Carolina mountains in the 1980s from Florida and opened a restaurant, then obtained a real-estate license to sell houses. He eventually became a real-estate developer and made millions of dollars before deciding to run in 2012 to replace a Democratic congressman who decided not to seek reelection. He earned that year’s Republican nomination after a bruising eight-way primary and won the general election before making a name for himself as a staunch conservative who opposed the policies of President Barack Obama. Two other Republican incumbents in North Carolina recently announced they would not run again for Congress in 2020 after their districts shifted to the left in redistricting this year. George Holding and Mark Walker’s districts picked up many new Democratic voters when the legislature redrew all 13 U.S. House districts after judges ruled it was likely the previous map was tainted with GOP partisan bias. The reconfiguration of Meadows’ district still appeared favorable to him even though the new map put all of heavily Democratic Asheville into his territory. Candidate filing ends Friday in North Carolina. Four Democrats and one Green Party candidate had filed for Meadows’ seat as of Wednesday. The primary is March 3.

2019 North Carolina K-12 and higher education highlights RALEIGH — 2019 saw everything from fights over K-12 reading tools and hefty whistleblower settlements, to financial literacy legislation and record UNC system enrollment. The year closed with a controversial settlement that resolved lingering issues surrounding the Confederate statute known as “Silent Sam” but caused UNC Chapel Hill problems with some grant funding. In the K-12 arena, the legislature took aim at requiring financial literacy courses for all high school students that include real-world skills and financial topics like

401(k) plans, and managing credit. The state’s K-12 reading assessment tool, supplied by Amplify, was scrapped for a new product called Istation. The award of the $8.3 million five-year contract led to a series of complaints and a legal fight that is still unresolved. House Bill 145 made the state’s temporary 15-point school performance scale permanent. A grade of “A” is now 85 and up, a B is 70-85, a C is 55-69, a D is 40-54 and F is any score under 40. The School-Justice Partnership (SJP) initiative was launched by the NC Judicial Branch’s Administrative Office of the Courts to reduce the number of juvenile referrals to the court system.

Aerial view of the shoreline of Hatteras, North Carolina.

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Another teacher protest was organized on May 1, or “May Day.” The protest was not as well attended as the previous year and the president of the NC Association of Educators drew criticism for posting a doctored photo that made the crowd look larger than it was. In higher education, Joseph Thomas blew the whistle on Duke

In 2018, the North Carolina Travel and Tourism Board reported an all-time high in visitor spending, with an estimated $25.3 billion.

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The Memorial Bell Tower is pictured in this Sept. 2019 file photo.

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Although numbers aren’t finalized for 2019, all signs are pointing to it being another record-breaking year for North Carolina tourism. In 2018, the North Carolina Travel and Tourism Board reported an all-time high in visitor spending, with an estimated $25.3 billion. This was a 5.6% increase over the previous year, supporting over 230,000 North Carolinian jobs — also a record. Through the third quarter, lodging and revenue were on track to top 2018’s record numbers. Revenues were up in almost every month of 2019, with the southeast region of the state, including the popular Wilmington area, having the largest growth. Lodging numbers, according to Marlise Taylor, director of tourism research, “have seen tremendous growth and are at record numbers — reaching more than $1.9 billion year-to-date through June 2019.” The first half of 2019 saw increases in lodging each month. Fall travel statistics showed a weakening in lodging numbers, but 2019 is still poised to be an overall improvement from 2018. Through October, statewide hotel occupancy was up 2.2% over 2018, while national hotel occupancy was flat when compared to 2018. Hotel revenues were up 5.1% for the year compared to 2018. The “Firsts that Last” campaign, launched in 2018 by Visit NC, has seen success as it documents stories from real visitors to the state experiencing their first waterfall, moonshine or trip to the ocean. The campaign was named a Mercury Award finalist by the U.S. Travel Association, alongside Oregon and Michigan — states with much larger marketing budgets. Another sign that North Carolina’s place as a global tourism destination continues to grow is that Visit NC’s efforts overseas are also seeing results. In a poll of Chinese travelers, North Carolina was named the 14th best “international travel destination” on WeChat, a popular Chinese social media site.

University for the submission of fabricated and falsified data to obtain federal research grants and was awarded $33,750,000 out of a total $112.5 million settlement. Left-leaning groups like the Young Democrat Socialists of America protested a conservative event on the NC State University campus that featured Lara Trump.

The son of U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop (R-N.C.) was hit in the face with spray paint while promoting the event. In other news from the Raleigh university, NC State’s 1,400-ton granite Memorial Bell Tower is getting roughly $6.5 million in restoration and upgrade work. The UNC System saw a record year of enrollment of 239,987 — 1.3% higher than last year. Also, for the first time, NC State’s incoming female enrollment (50.3%) passed that of males. Jenny Tung, associate professor of Evolutionary Anthropology at Duke University, was the recipient of one of the prestigious $625,000 McArthur Foundation Fellowship “Genius” grants. UNC Chapel Hill denied allegations that a Duke-UNC CMES conference has anti-Israel and proBDS themes, after receiving a letter from the U.S. Dept. of Education questioning whether $235,000 in taxpayer funds used for the event was lawfully spent under Title IV. BDS stands for Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions, and is a group, often accused of anti-Semitism, that aims to isolate the state of Israel economically.

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Committee, who championed environmental causes and steered fiscal policy, is also retiring. “Serving in the North Carolina House of Representatives has been one of the greatest honors of my life; my gratitude to the people of Henderson County for providing me with that opportunity goes beyond measure,” McGrady said in a statement. McGrady, who has served since 2010, has been well-known for his tenacity on alcohol reform bills and privatization of liquor sales, currently controlled by the state. He was also instrumental in redistricting debates, having introduced legislation for independent redistricting during all but one of his five terms. Multiple General Assembly Democrats have decided to run in the race for lieutenant governor, including Sen. Terry Van Duyn and Reps. Chaz Beasley and Yvonne Lewis Holley. The lone House Republican in Wake County, John Alexander, announced he will not seek reelection in 2020, as did Reps. Michele Presnell (R-Haywood) and Debra Conrad (R-Forsyth). Rep. Maryann Black (D-Durham) will also not seek reelection. Black was picked in 2017 to fill Larry Hall’s seat when he was appointed veterans’ affairs secretary. One of the most conservative members of the House is also retiring. Rep. Michael Speciale (R-Craven) announced on Constitution Day that he will not seek another term. He was first elected in 2013. Four House members resigned this year: Ken Goodman (D- Stanly), Cody Henson (R-Henderson), Rena Turner (R-Iredell), and Greg Murphy (R-Pitt). Murphy resigned to run for the 3rd District U.S. congressional seat, which he won in a special election.

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State Sen. Rick Gunn, R-Alamance, is recognized in the Senate chamber as lawmakers gather for the start of the 2017 Legislative session at the North Carolina General Assembly in Raleigh, N.C., Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2017.

THE BEST OF MURPHY TO MANTEO NEWS BRIEFS FROM 2019

Bears gone wild A hunter will have a story to tell for years to come after winning a fight with a 350-pound bear. After being shot, the bear fell out of a tree and then attacked the man. The pair rolled over a cliff. The bear’s body was Senate Consensus Nonpartisan Map v3 recovered a day later by wildlife authorities. Then, a man and his dog in Mitchell County were both injured in a fight with a bear. The Great Dane was the first to tangle with the mama bear, after getting too close to her cub. The man suffered puncture wounds to his arm trying to break it up. In February, police in Bertie County responded to a 911 call of a bear, riding atop a garbage truck on the highway. The bear apparently climbed up to try to eat from the trash, and the driver didn’t notice before hitting the road.

Children are our future A group in Alleghany County built a float to support anti-bullying efforts for LGBTQ children. It then decided not to allow any children to ride on the float, after receiving offensive and threatening messages on social media. Justin Ray was arrested for punching the drivers ed instructor at West Lincoln High, after the teacher wouldn’t allow Ray’s son to enter the classroom late. In November, a student at Western Guilford High was injured by an explosion during chemistry lab. She suffered burns to her hair, face, chest, hands and arm. Oak Island Water Rescue was able to save an eight-year-old who floated out to sea on a unicorn float. Authorities say the unicorn head

acted as a sail.

Anger management

An 11-year-old in Orange off home invaders with 0 25 County fought 50 100a machete.

150 Alphonso Saladin Jones 200was arrested late in the year In Wilkes County, after he allegedly tried to kill a fellow driverMiles for following him with his high beams on.

Durham County teen Hannah Lyne Peters, better known as itslilhotgirl Printed by the NC General Assembly, September 13, 2019 on Instagram, was arrested for using the social media platform to sell Tommy Martin sued the Hardees in Mount Holly, claiming he was marijuana. She posted photos of a pound of weed and a pink and black racially discriminated against after receiving too few hash browns in automatic rifle. his breakfast order. He claims his civil rights were violated and he now suffers from a fear of food. Students from ECU’s Archaeology Field School discovered the remains of a tavern from the mid-1700s. An American Airlines flight attendant was bitten by an emotional support dog on a flight to Greensboro.

Criminal masterminds

A tiki bar cook in Rutherford County was arrested on forgery/ counterfeiting warrants. He tried to swim to freedom in the Rocky Broad River, but police just walked downstream and waited for him to float by, where they retrieved him. In Knightdale, Tylik Shawdu Little got arrested on Black Friday when police found him sitting naked in his car in a Kohl’s parking lot with marijuana. In Burke County in December, a couple staged a fake robbery at the store where the woman worked, then headed to Walmart to use the money they made off with to buy engagement rings. In December, police in Cleveland County found $3 million in barrels of raw pork shoulder after stopping a tractor trailer on I-85.

The Hertford town council erected a barrier for their meetings to separate two members who got into a fight during a meeting. A judge ordered the screen to be constructed after 33-year-old Quentin Jackson punched 72-year-old Sid Eley in the head.

It was a rough Fourth of July for Igor, a K-9 officer for the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office. He was outside without a leash when he was startled by fireworks and ran off. Igor was found four days later, about a half a mile away. Arthur, a 10-year-old tiger at the Conservators Center near Burlington, died when he choked on a piece of boneless meat he was fed during a staff training session.

You have a visitor Kristen Michelle Hardee was arrested for trying to smuggle drugs into the Caldwell County Detention Center by hiding them in a pair of reading glasses. James Morman III was arrested after posing as a pastor and trying to smuggle drugs into the Scotland County jail hidden inside his bible.

A disgruntled employee drove their car through the front of a Massage Envy parlor in Raleigh.

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Sad animal news

The Carolina Waterfowl Rescue issued an appeal to the women of North Carolina, asking them to donate their old bras to help turtles with broken shells. The underwiring and eye closures were used to help repair the shells.

The Hellbender Salamander, a resident of Buncombe County, didn’t make the cut as an endangered species after the US Fish and Wildlife Service ruled that it’s not in danger of extinction. In February, Stanley, the 49-year-old rhino at the North Carolina Zoo suffered a stroke and had to be euthanized. Sheba, a 17-year-old lion at Carolina Tiger Rescue, died after suffering overheating and organ failure in 90-degree weather in July.

Camp Lejeune had to issue a warning reminding people not to hit the beach at an island the Marines use for live fire training. Police in Pine Knoll Shores issued a warning asking people not to use any military ordnance they may find on the beach as household decorations. This was done after a resident used some as a garden ornament, until it started smoking. Camp Lejeune issued a warning to residents about keeping exotic

pets after a ball python was found in the barracks and a red-tailed boa constrictor in a parking lot.

Happy stories Remington, a beagle puppy from Yanceyville, was chosen for the Puppy Bowl. Remington played for Team Fluff in the Super Bowl Sunday event televised on Animal Planet. In December, 96-year-old Alex Obrizok decided to return the flag he took from the USS Tampa, the Coast Guard cutter he served on during World War II. It spent nearly eight decades in a wooden trunk in his home before he decided to give it back to the ship.

Sad stories A pedestrian in Apex was hit by three separate cars while trying to cross the street. The first driver stopped to try to assist him, then watched in horror as two more cars hit the man before he could help. A KFC in Rockingham County was leveled by an overnight explosion in July. A gas leak was suspected. The restaurant was empty at the time. A single-engine plane crashed into a Cumberland County home less than five miles from the Fayetteville Regional Airport. Ivette Serrano Hughes and her husband, Torains Adaryll Hughes, were arrested after both of them used fake credentials to get jobs in the Johnston County School District.

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

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VISUAL VOICES

EDITORIAL | JESSICA A. JOHNSON

‘Tis the season for a wonderful life in Christ Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.

As we are upon the Christmas season, I took some time this week to re-watch a holiday classic: “It’s a Wonderful Life.” The central theme of this film — “no man is a failure who has friends” — has deeply touched generations of viewers for over 70 years. For me, “It’s a Wonderful Life” has a special nostalgic feel of the era it represents. Released in 1947, it beautifully shows the strong bond of the loving, fictional town of Bedford Falls where people genuinely cared for one another. Although the economic hardships of the Great Depression were depicted, this was a simpler time. News traveled through telegrams and newspapers, which would presently be considered a snail’s pace when compared with the constant updates we receive through our smartphones. Telephone conversations and in-person interactions were jovial, comforting and fulfilling. One of my fashionable favorites of this period was that folks always seemed to be dressed in their Sunday best. Fedoras complemented men’s woolen, double-breasted suits, and women were stylishly modest with brightly colored hats and A-line skirts. Yet, even during the simplicity of this time when people seemed happier and more connected community-wise, discouragement and suicide — two tormenting social ills in our present culture — were constantly lurking. This depressive, emotional tag team antagonized one of Bedford Falls’ most respected residents, George Bailey. I began seriously thinking about today’s George Baileys while reviewing “It’s a Wonderful Life” and reading about the drug overdoses, alcohol-related deaths and suicides that have caused life expectancy in the U.S. to decline. A November study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that between 1959 and 2016, life expectancy “increased from 69.9 years to 78.9 years but declined for 3 consecutive years after 2014.” The data show that adults who are middle-aged comprise a significant number of fatal drug overdoses, which has increased a whopping 386.5% between 1999 and 2017. The statistics are equally disturbing regarding suicide rates, with a 55.9% increase for people between the ages of 55 and 64. Young adults are also succumbing to grave life crises, according to the JAMA results. Alcohol-related deaths have increased by 157.6% from 1999 to 2017 for people ages 25 to 34. CNN medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta

concluded that the JAMA report reflects “existential stress” and “deaths of despair.” The personal difficulties of many represented in the JAMA study were probably similar to George Bailey’s struggles. Those of you who have seen the film remember that George became despondent when the dreams he had for his future began slipping away due to great sacrifices he made for his family. He put off college to send his younger brother to school, and his father’s death forced him to take over the family’s loan business and delay traveling abroad. Although George marries the woman he loves, he feels empty because he sees his friends becoming successful and wealthy. He almost ends his life when a costly mistake by his uncle nearly brings him to financial ruin. It takes the wisdom and wit of his guardian angel, Clarence, to show George that his life is meaningful. One of the opening lines of “It’s a Wonderful Life” is extremely relevant regarding the “existential stress” of our times that Gupta mentioned. I’m going to paraphrase it: Don’t throw away God’s greatest gift, your life. One scripture that comes to mind, though not referenced in the film, is Luke 12:15, where Jesus says, “Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.” Like many people today, George was evaluating himself on what others had and his lack of accomplishments compared to them. What George failed to realize was that he was rich in the things that have greater substance than money. He was rich in family relationships and an overflow of friends, and these people came to his rescue when he desperately needed them. If you’re feeling downhearted as George was while Christmas celebrations are beginning, I want to assure you that your life is valuable to God. Like George, we all have had setbacks and disappointments, but God is not assessing us by the world’s standards of success, which lead to dejection. God wants us to entrust our lives to Him so that we can enjoy the abundant life, which is also quite wonderful, that Christ came to give us. Dr. Jessica A. Johnson is a lecturer in the English department at Ohio State University’s Lima campus.

EDITORIAL | STACEY MATTHEWS

Things i’m extremely thankful for this Christmas

I was on the receiving end of random acts of kindness more so than normal this year for reasons I can’t fathom outside of the understanding that the Lord works in mysterious ways.

IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS and the joyful traditions that come with it, I’m going to veer in a non-political direction with some thoughts on what I’m thankful for this holiday season. Opportunities: At the beginning of 2019 and about a week before my birthday, I was laid off from an administrative job after nearly 18 years with the same place. After taking 24 hours to process it, I decided to take a chance I’d been too afraid to before: It was time to try and finally fulfill my longtime dream of being my own boss by way of writing as a way to make a living. I began to put out feelers on social media, inquiring about possible opportunities, praying I’d get results. Not long after that, I had three writing gigs, one of which was here at North State Journal. Here we are almost a year later and I’m still writing, finally living my dream. I am immensely grateful for the opportunities given to me on the writing front this year and for all those who have supported me throughout the journey. Random acts of kindness: I was on the receiving end of random acts of kindness more so than normal this year for reasons I can’t fathom outside of the understanding that the Lord works in mysterious ways. There was the time last month when a local car mechanic fixed a minor car problem I was having for free and in the midst of a very busy day at his shop. “No big deal,” he told me as I thanked him profusely, making a mental note to write a nice letter to his corporate office. There was also the time a few months ago when a college-age guy working at the car wash let me run my car through the second time around at no charge. He must have felt sympathy for me after I told him it had been a long, long time since I’d given my trusty, dusty vehicle a nice, thorough cleaning.

Then there was a man who I met just last week who worked for a line locator company. Coincidentally, he happened to be in my neighborhood at the same time I had questions about a telecommunications utility box that was near my house. “There are some wires protruding out of that box,” I explained to him. “The whole thing looks dangerous.” He listened patiently even though his assignment wasn’t to look into my concerns. But he did anyway, fixing the box in 10 seconds after I showed him where it was, telling me it was safe, no fire/electrical hazards. He put my mind at ease with that one simple gesture. Friends and family: With being your own boss comes the responsibility of being better at time management, staying focused, and keeping on task – in the midst of juggling your other responsibilities. In my case, in addition to being a full-time freelance writer, I’m also a part-time caregiver to my parents, who are senior citizens. About 10 days out of the month, I stay with them, helping out with whatever needs to be. They, along with the rest of my family and friends, have stuck with me through all my ups and downs this year, including each time I worry out loud that “I’ll never get this piece done on time!” Mom will calmly tell me “You’ve got this.” And like most moms, she’s right. As you sit down for your holiday meal, take a moment to remember all that you should be thankful for. It is in those moments you’ll understand that most of the trivial problems we experience each day, the “outrages” we’re supposed to join in on really don’t matter much at all in the grand scheme of things. Stacey Matthews is a veteran blogger who has also written under the pseudonym Sister Toldjah and is a regular contributor to Red State and Legal Insurrection.

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019 NUMBER OF THE DAY | SCOTT RASMUSSEN

14.9B pieces of mail are expected to be delivered this holiday season

COLUMN JANET TRAUTWEIN

Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, the U.S. Postal Service expects to deliver 14.9 Billion pieces of mail. Big as that number seems, it’s actually down nearly half a billion from a year ago. Still, with all that volume, the Postal Service says today is the last day you can drop a card in the mail and expect it to arrive by Christmas. Of course, the postal service delivers more than just regular mail. While the amount of mail delivered is down a bit, the number of packages shipped through the postal service is expected to grow by 4%. When all is said and done, approximately 910 million packages will be delivered.

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Steve Robino arranges packages on a conveyor belt at the main post office in Omaha, Neb., Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017.

COLUMN | DENNIS PRAGER

Why the left doesn’t like Christmas Leftism is a secular religion, and it deems all other religions immoral and false.

MANY ON THE LEFT (as opposed to liberals) have been warring on Christmas for more than a generation. Leftists always deny there is a war on Christmas and mock those who claim there is. There is a mind-blowing chutzpah or lack of selfawareness when people do something and yet deny that they are actually doing it. But the evidence is overwhelming. The left has stopped schools from calling Christmas vacations by that name — the name schools called them throughout American history until the last couple of decades. Almost every nonChristian school in America now calls Christmas vacation “winter break.” Fewer and fewer Americans, stores, companies or media wish people “merry Christmas,” preferring the neutered “happy holidays” (despite the fact that the overwhelming majority of Americans celebrate Christmas). And in but one generation, virtually every American business has gone from having a “Christmas party” to having a “holiday party.” Having written in the past about the falsehood of “Merry Christmas,” “Christmas vacation” and “Christmas party” not being “inclusive,” I will not reiterate the point here. Suffice it to say that it takes a breathtaking level of narcissism for a non-Christian to be offended by mentions of Christmas and a breathtaking level of meanness to seek to deprive the vast majority of fellow Americans of the public mention of their holiday. Rather, I want to try to explain why this has happened. The “inclusive” argument is so absurd — I am a religious Jew and cannot even fathom being offended or feeling “not included” by an invitation to a Christmas party — that there have to be other, or at least additional, reasons for the left’s neutering of Christmas. There are. One is that the left sees in Christianity its primary ideological and political enemy. And it is right to do so. The only large-scale organized opposition to the left comes from the traditional Christian community — evangelical Protestants, traditional Catholics and faithful Mormons — and Orthodox Jews. Leftism is a secular religion, and it deems all other religions immoral and false. From Karl Marx to Vladimir Lenin to George Soros, the left has regarded religion in general and Christianity in particular as the “opiate of the masses” — a drug that dulls the masses into accepting their oppressed condition and, thereby, keeps them from engaging in revolution. The left understands that the more people believe in Christianity, and Judaism, the less chance the left

has to gain power. The left doesn’t concern itself with Islam, because it perceives Islam as an ally in its war against Western civilization, and because leftists do not have the courage to confront Islam. They know that confronting religious Muslims can be fatal, whereas confronting religious Christians entails no risks. Second, the left regards Christianity in America as an intrinsic part of American national identity — an identity it wishes to erode in favor of a “world citizen” identity. The left has not only warred against Christmas; it has sought to undermine other national identity holidays. For any number of reasons, not only including the left, Americans no longer celebrate George Washington’s birthday (it has de facto been replaced by the utterly meaningless “Presidents Day”) or Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, as they did when I was a child, my father was a child and his father was a child. The only American celebrated in a national holiday is Martin Luther King Jr., which is acceptable to the left since he is not white. One proof of the left’s desire to undermine specifically American national holidays is its war on the two remaining specifically American holidays: July Fourth and Thanksgiving. The left deems Thanksgiving a historical fraud and an immoral celebration of “genocide” of the American Indians — which is what American children are now taught in many American public schools. And “happy Thanksgiving” has been replaced by “happy holidays.” As for July Fourth, The New York Times is leading the undermining of the celebration of America’s birthday by declaring that the real founding of America was 1619, the year, The Times asserts, African slaves first arrived on the American continent. Of course, there is still Veterans Day and Memorial Day, but they are not specifically American national holidays; just about every country has such holidays. But Christmas is a problem for the left. It celebrates religion, and it does so in quintessentially American ways (take American Christmas music, for example). The third and final reason is that the left is joyless. Whatever and whomever the left influences has less joy in life. I have met happy and unhappy liberals, and happy and unhappy conservatives, but I’ve never encountered a happy leftist. And the further left you go, the more angry and unhappy the people you will encounter. Happy women and happy blacks, for example, are far more likely to be conservative than on the left. Christmas is just too happy for the left. “Holly, jolly” is not a left-wing term. Dennis Prager is a nationally syndicated radio talkshow host and columnist.

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Americans don’t want the government to do away with private insurance Most Americans like private health insurance. Fifty-six percent of voters oppose Medicare for All if it eliminates private coverage. Many moderate lawmakers are well-aware of these polling figures. So they’re calling for an expanded version of Medicare — or the creation of a new government-run plan to compete against private insurers. All these approaches — Medicare for All, Medicare for All Who Want It, or a public option — would be disastrous. Each would raise taxes, reduce quality of care, and eliminate the private health coverage that most consumers have, like, and expect to keep. Start with Medicare for All. The general concept — extending government-funded coverage to all Americans — polls well. About half of Americans give it the thumbsup, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. That majority support turns to opposition once people learn Medicare for All would ban private insurance. The plan grants the federal government a monopoly on health insurance — no private insurers or employers would be permitted to pay for health benefits. People are big fans of private insurance. Seven in ten Americans say they’re satisfied with the coverage they receive through work. That’s a lot — more than 180 million Americans have employersponsored insurance. The “public option” aims to assuage fears by allowing people who have employer-sponsored coverage to keep it and giving those who don’t an alternative. But like Medicare for All, a public option would lead to the destruction of the private insurance market. It’d just do so more slowly. Most public option proposals envision reimbursing hospitals and doctors at Medicare’s rates, which are artificially low. In 2017, for every dollar that hospitals spent caring for Medicare patients, they received only 87 cents in reimbursement. Those lower costs allow the public option to charge less than commercial insurers, which don’t have the power to underpay providers. Many Americans would switch from private insurance to the public option. As they did so, hospitals and doctors would raise prices for the privately insured to compensate. Insurers would be forced to hike premiums in response. That would compel even more individuals to switch. Employers would surely do the same, dropping benefits programs and encouraging workers to enroll in the public plan. A recent study from KNG Health Consulting found that Medicare for America — a proposal that would transfer everyone who doesn’t receive coverage through an employer to a government-run plan — would cause one in four workers to lose access to employer-sponsored insurance by 2023. More than half of employees at small businesses would lose their employersponsored coverage. Eventually, the public option would be the only option. As Seema Verma, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, put it, “The public option is a Trojan horse” for Medicare for All. Americans would suffer under government-run health care. Robert Pollin — an economist at the University of Massachusetts Amherst — estimates that 2 million jobs across hospitals, healthcare facilities, and the insurance industry could disappear. A report from the Congressional Budget Office concluded that Medicare for All could “lead to a shortage of providers, longer wait times, and changes in the quality of care.” That’s a lot of disruption to a health insurance system that works well for most people. It’d be far simpler — and more popular — to expand access to coverage through our existing private, employer-driven system than to launch a government takeover of health insurance. Janet Trautwein is CEO of the National Association of Health Underwriters (www.nahu.org). This piece originally ran in Detroit News.

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

NATION & WORLD Houses of worship attacked with deadly frequency in 2019 By Gregory Katz The Associated Press NEW YORK — On Dec. 1, a band of assailants opened fire on worshippers at a small-town Protestant church in Burkina Faso, an impoverished West African country where the Christian minority is increasingly a target of attacks. The victims included the pastor and several teenage boys; regional authorities attributed the attack to “unidentified armed men” who, according to witnesses, got away on motorcycles. The slaughter merited brief reports by international news outlets, then quickly faded from the spotlight — not surprising in a year where attacks on places of worship occurred with relentless frequency. Hundreds of worshippers and many clergy were killed at churches, mosques, synagogues and temples. A two-week span in January illustrated the scope of this somber phenomenon. In Thailand, a group of separatist insurgents attacked a Buddhist temple, killing the abbot and one of his fellow monks. In the Philippines, two suicide attackers detonated bombs during a Mass in a Roman Catholic cathedral on the largely Muslim island of Jolo, killing 23 and wounding about 100. Three days later, an attacker hurled a grenade into a mosque in a nearby city, killing two Muslim religion teachers. The worst was yet to come. On March 15, a gunman al-

legedly fueled by anti-Muslim hatred attacked two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, killing 51 people. The man arrested for the killings had earlier published a manifesto espousing a white supremacist philosophy and detailing his plans to attack the mosques. At a national remembrance service two weeks later, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said New Zealanders had learned the stories of those impacted by the attacks — many of them recently arrived immigrants. “They were stories of those who were born here, grew up here, or who had made New Zealand their home. Who had sought refuge or sought a better life for themselves or their families,” she said. “They will remain with us forever. They are us.” On Easter Sunday — April 21 — bombs shattered the celebratory services at two Catholic churches and a Protestant church in Sri Lanka. Other targets, in coordinated suicide attacks by local militants, included three luxury hotels. But Christian worshippers at the three churches — including dozens of children — accounted for a large majority of the roughly 260 people killed. The victims at St. Anthony’s Shrine in Colombo included 11-month-old Avon Gomez, his two older brothers and his parents. The day’s biggest death toll —

more than 100 — was at St. Sebastian’s, a Catholic church in the seaside town of Negombo. It’s known as “Little Rome” due to its abundance of churches and its role as the hub of Sri Lanka’s small Catholic community. The attacks surprised many in the predominantly Buddhist country, where the Christian community totals about 7% of the population and has long avoided involvement in bitter ethnic and religious divides. Six days after Easter, more than 9,400 miles from Sri Lanka, a gunman opened fire inside a synagogue in Poway, California, as worshippers celebrated the last day of Passover. A 60-yearold woman was killed; an 8-yearold girl and two men, including the Chabad of Poway’s rabbi, were wounded. Some congregation members said the slain woman, Lori Kaye, blocked the shooter by jumping in front of rabbi Yisroel Goldstein, whose two index fingers were injured. The man charged with murder and attempted murder in the attack, John T. Earnest, could face the death penalty if he is convicted of murder, although prosecutors haven’t yet said whether they will pursue capital punishment. At a court hearing in September, prosecutors played a 12-minute recording of Earnest calmly telling a 911 dispatcher that he had just shot up a synagogue to save white people from Jews.

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In this April 21, 2019, file photo, bloodstains a Jesus Christ statue at the St. Sebastian’s Church after a blast in Negombo, north of Colombo, Sri Lanka. The attack occurred exactly six months after 11 people were killed at a Pittsburgh synagogue in the deadliest assault on Jews in U.S. history. An additional anti-Semitic bloodbath was narrowly averted in October when an armed assailant tried to blast his way into a synagogue in Halle, Germany, where scores of worshippers were attending services on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in Judaism. Unable to break through a locked door, the gunman went on a rampage in nearby streets, killing two people and wounding two others. Authorities said the 27-yearold German man who has confessed to the attack had posted an anti-Semitic screed before the assault and broadcast the shooting live on a popular video game site. In contrast to the Poway and Hal-

Remembering who we lost in 2019 By Edith M. Lederer The Associated Press A SHARECROPPER’S son who rose through the seats of power to become one of the nation’s most influential voices. A Republican who went on to lead the U.S. Supreme Court’s liberal wing. A lauded writer who brought to light stories overshadowed by prejudice. This year saw the deaths of people who shifted culture through prose, pragmatism and persistence. It also witnessed tragedy, in talent struck down in its prime. In 2019, the political world lost a giant in U.S. Rep. Elijah E. Cummings. Cummings, who died in October, was chairman of one of the U.S. House committees that led an impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump and was a formidable advocate for the poor in his Maryland district. Another influential political figure, U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens, died in July. Stevens was appointed to the high court as a Republican but became the leader of its liberal wing and a proponent of abortion rights and consumer protections. The death of Toni Morrison in August left a chasm in the publishing world, where she was a “literary mother” to countless writers. She became the first black woman to receive the Nobel literature prize for “Beloved” and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2012. Among those in the scientific world who died in 2019 was Soviet cosmonaut Alexei Leonov, the first person to walk in space. Leonov died in October. Hollywood lost ‘90s heartthrob Luke Perry, who played wealthy rebel Dylan McKay on “Beverly Hills, 90210.” Perry died of stroke in March. Actor Peter Mayhew who gave life to the towering Chewbacca in the original “Star Wars” films died in April. Here is a roll call of some influential figures who died in 2019 (cause of death cited for younger people, if available): JANUARY Eugene “Mean Gene” Okerlund, 76. His deadpan interviews of pro wrestling superstars like “Macho Man” Randy Savage, the Ultimate Warrior and Hulk Hogan made him a ringside fixture in his own right. Jan. 2.

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In this Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015, file photo, U.S. Rep. Walter B. Jones Jr., R-N.C., holds up a copy of the Constitution while talking to reporters at the Capitol in Washington. Carol Channing, 97. The ebullient musical comedy star who delighted American audiences in almost 5,000 performances as the scheming Dolly Levi in “Hello, Dolly!” on Broadway and beyond. Jan. 15. Frank Robinson, 83. The Hall of Famer was the first black manager in Major League Baseball and the only player to win the MVP award in both leagues. Feb. 7. John Dingell, 92. The former congressman was the longest-serving member of Congress in American history, at 59 years, and a master of legislative deal-making who was fiercely protective of Detroit’s auto industry. Feb. 7. Karl Lagerfeld, 85. Chanel’s iconic couturier whose accomplished designs and trademark white ponytail, high starched collars and dark enigmatic glasses dominated high fashion for the past 50 years. Feb. 19. Katherine Helmond, 89. An Emmy-nominated and Golden Globe-winning actress who played two very different matriarchs on the ABC sitcoms “Who’s the Boss?” and “Soap.” Feb. 23. John Havlicek, 79. The Boston Celtics great whose steal of Hal Greer’s inbounds pass in the final seconds of the 1965 Eastern Conference final against the Philadelphia 76ers remains one of the most famous plays in NBA history. April 25. Peter Mayhew, 74. The towering actor who donned a huge, furry costume to give life to the rug-

ged-and-beloved character of Chewbacca in the original “Star Wars” trilogy and two other films. April 30. Doris Day, 97. The sunny blond actress and singer whose frothy comedic roles opposite the likes of Rock Hudson and Cary Grant made her one of Hollywood’s biggest stars in the 1950s and ‘60s and a symbol of wholesome American womanhood. May 13. Tim Conway, 85. The impish second banana to Carol Burnett who won four Emmy Awards on her TV variety show, starred in “McHale’s Navy” and later voiced the role of Barnacle Boy for “Spongebob Squarepants.” May 14. I.M. Pei, 102. The versatile, globe-trotting architect who revived the Louvre with a giant glass pyramid and captured the spirit of rebellion at the multi-shaped Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. May 16. Bill Buckner, 69. A star hitter who made one of the biggest blunders in baseball history when he let Mookie Wilson’s trickler roll through his legs in the 1986 World Series. May 27. Gloria Vanderbilt, 95. The intrepid heiress, artist and romantic who began her extraordinary life as the “poor little rich girl” of the Great Depression, survived family tragedy and multiple marriages and reigned during the 1970s and ‘80s as a designer jeans pioneer. June 17. Lee Iacocca, 94. The auto executive and master pitchman who

put the Mustang in Ford’s lineup in the 1960s and became a corporate folk hero when he resurrected Chrysler 20 years later. July 2. H. Ross Perot, 89. The colorful, self-made Texas billionaire who rose from a childhood of Depression-era poverty and twice mounted outsider campaigns for president. July 9. Leukemia. Art Neville, 81. A member of one of New Orleans’ storied musical families, the Neville Brothers, and a founding member of the groundbreaking funk band The Meters. July 22. Peter Fonda, 79. The actor was the son of a Hollywood legend who became a movie star in his own right after both writing and starring in the counterculture classic “Easy Rider.” Aug. 16. David H. Koch, 79. A billionaire industrialist who, with his older brother Charles, was both celebrated and demonized for transforming American politics by pouring their riches into conservative causes. Aug. 23. Robert Mugabe, 95. The former Zimbabwean leader was an ex-guerrilla chief who took power when the African country shook off white minority rule and presided for decades while economic turmoil and human rights violations eroded its early promise. Sept. 6. Robert Frank, 94. A giant of 20th-century photography whose seminal book “The Americans” captured singular, candid moments of the 1950s and helped free picture-taking from the boundaries of clean lighting and linear composition. Sept. 9. T. Boone Pickens, 91. A brash and quotable oil tycoon who grew even wealthier through corporate takeover attempts. Sept. 11. Eddie Money, 70. The rock star known for such hits as “Two Tickets to Paradise” and “Take Me Home Tonight.” Sept. 13. Esophageal cancer. Cokie Roberts, 75. The daughter of politicians and a pioneering journalist who chronicled Washington from Jimmy Carter to Donald Trump for NPR and ABC News. Sept. 17. Complications from breast cancer. Barron Hilton, 91. A hotel magnate who expanded his father’s chain and became a founding owner in the American Football League. Sept. 19.

le attacks, where authorities have identified suspects and motives, some of the worst attacks on houses of worship unfold without arrests or claims of responsibility. In October, for example, more than 60 people were killed in a bombing during Friday prayers at a mosque in the village of Jodari in eastern Afghanistan. No group claimed responsibility and authorities offered conflicting explanations of how the bombing was carried out. One common element of all the attacks: Dismay that many people of faith now have reason for apprehension as they gather for worship. “No one should have to fear going to their place of worship,” said California Gov. Gavin Newsom after the Poway attack. ”No one should be targeted for practicing the tenets of their faith.”

Howard “Hopalong” Cassady, 85. The 1955 Heisman Trophy winner at Ohio State and running back for the Detroit Lions. Sept. 20. Jacques Chirac, 86. A two-term French president who was the first leader to acknowledge France’s role in the Holocaust and who defiantly opposed the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003. Sept. 26. Robert Forster, 78. The handsome and omnipresent character actor who got a career resurgence and Oscar nomination for playing bail bondsman Max Cherry in “Jackie Brown.” Oct. 11. Brain cancer. Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, believed to be 48. He sought to establish an Islamic “caliphate” across Syria and Iraq, but he might be remembered more as the ruthless leader of the Islamic State group who brought terror to the heart of Europe. Oct. 26. Detonated a suicide vest during a raid by U.S. forces. Paul Volcker, 92. The former Federal Reserve chairman who in the early 1980s raised interest rates to historic highs and triggered a recession as the price of quashing double-digit inflation. Dec. 8. NOTABLE NORTH CAROLINIANS Kay Hagan, 66, A former bank executive who rose from a budget writer in the North Carolina Legislature to a seat in the U.S. Senate. May 26, 1953 – October 28, 2019. Encephalitis from a tickborne illness. Walter B. Jones Jr., 76, A member of the U.S. House representing Eastern N.C. and former member of N.C. House. February 10, 1943 – February 10, 2019. Lou Gehrig’s disease. George Laurer, 94, IBM engineer credited for inventing the UPC barcode. September 23, 1925 – December 5, 2019. I. Beverly Lake, Jr. 85, A Former chief justice of the N.C. Supreme Court. January 30, 1934 – September 12, 2019. Janice Hardison Faulkner, 87, The first female N.C. Secretary of State. Died October 9, 2019. Willis Frank Dowd III, 92, Philanthropist and former president of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry. February 21, 1927 – November 1, 2019. Clifton “Pop” Herring, 66, Michael Jordan’s high school coach. Died December 11, 2019. Jan-Michael Vincent, 73, Actor known for “Airwolf” lived in Asheville. July 15, 1945 – February 10, 2019. Cardiac arrest.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2019

SPORTS NSJ PLAYER OF THE YEAR 2019

McCaffrey emerges as superstar for Panthers BRIAN BLANCO | AP PHOTO

Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey has been arguably the NFL’s best offensive player in an otherwise disappointing season for Carolina.

Carolina’s do-everything running back had an MVPcaliber season despite his team’s struggles in 2019 By Shawn Krest North State Journal IN 1985, San Francisco 49ers running back Roger Craig rushed for 1,050 yards and caught 92 passes for 1,016 yards, becoming the first player in NFL history to hit quadruple digits in both categories. It would be 14 years before the 1,000/1,000 club gained another member. Marshall Faulk had 1,381 yards on the ground and 1,048 through the air for the 1999 Rams. Nearly two decades later, Craig

identified the potential third member of the club. Bumping into Christian McCaffrey in San Francisco, Craig told the Panthers running back, “You can do it. You can join the 1,000/1,000 team.” “That meant a lot,” McCaffrey said of the praise from the NFL legend. “He’s a guy I had a lot of respect for — him and Marshall Faulk. They’re guys I watched growing up. For them to say that means a lot to me.” Before this season, Craig repeated his prediction to ESPN, saying, “He will definitely get the 1,000/1,000. It’s in his DNA to make that happen. He’s got the tools. He’s built for it. His day will come.” It could happen this year. Mc-

Caffrey already has more than 1,300 rushing yards, his second straight 1,000-yard season on the ground. He also needs to average 90 receiving yards to reach 1,000 by air. He fell 133 yards short of the mark last year when he caught an NFL running back-record 107 passes. It would be a rare accomplishment, which is nothing new for the versatile back that many thought was too small for the NFL when the Panthers chose him eighth overall in the 2017 NFL Draft. Already this season, McCaffrey has become the first player in league history to reach 1,000 yards rushing and 500 receiving through 10 games. He also became the second-fastest back in NFL history — behind Herschel Walker — to reach

2,000 receiving yards, and the second player to score 20 rushing and 15 receiving touchdowns in their first three seasons. With quarterback Cam Newton out for the year with an injury and potentially on his way out of town, McCaffrey has stepped in as the face of the Panthers’ offense and the team’s go-to guy. His 121 yards receiving against Atlanta in November was a team record for running backs. McCaffrey’s performance, even in a down year for the Panthers franchise, earned him the North State Journal’s North Carolina Player of the Year Award for 2019. This all came in a year where the Panthers coaches professed a desire to limit the wear and tear on the young star. Instead, as the rest

of the offense struggled to produce, Carolina kept handing him the ball, and McCaffrey showed that, size aside, the 5-foot-11, 205-pounder is a workhorse. Through 13 games, he had 246 carries, seven off the NFL lead, and he was 61 yards behind in the race for the league’s rushing title. The statistics are great, but they’re not what McCaffrey wants to talk about. He’d be the first to point out that when Craig ran and caught for 1,000 in 1985, the 49ers made the playoffs. When Faulk did it in 1999, the Rams won the Super Bowl. “At the end of the day, the most important thing in football is winning,” he said. “That’s the only See MCCAFFREY, page B3

NSJ COLLEGE TEAM OF THE YEAR 2019

Tar Heels field hockey caps unbeaten season with 2nd straight title North Carolina, which hasn’t lost in two years, defeated Princeton 6-1 in the championship game By Brett Friedlander North State Journal WHEN YOU TALK about women’s sports dynasties at North Carolina, soccer is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But while coach Anson Dorrance’s record-setting program is the gold standard for its sport with 21 national championships, including nine in a row from 198694, it’s been seven years since the women’s soccer team won its last title. These days, it’s a different group

of Tar Heels that’s collecting most of the hardware. On Nov. 26 in Winston-Salem, coach Karen Shelton’s field hockey team routed Princeton 6-1 to complete its second straight undefeated national championship season. It was a performance that helped earn the Tar Heels recognition from the North State Journal’s sports staff as the North Carolina College Team of the Year for 2019. “It’s done one game at a time,” Shelton told GoHeels.com after winning her eighth national title, ranking her second among all Division I coaches. “We don’t really think about the streak. I think it provides motivation for our opponents, but we’ve faced that before. Every team wants to beat us. We’d rather be the hunted.”

The Tar Heels should be used to that role by now. They were among the nation’s elite even before their current 46-match winning streak and two-year hold on the national championship trophy. UNC has been to the field hockey Final Four in each of the past 11 years, although for a while there, it had trouble getting over the top and winning the final game. It has five national runner-up finishes during that stretch. The most heartbreaking close call of all came in the 2017 national semifinals when Shelton’s team fell in a penalty shootout to UConn — a loss that proved to be the springboard for the back-to-back titles that followed. “After the 2017 season, when we said we were never going to lose another game, we didn’t

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Members of the North Carolina field hockey team celebrate after winning their second straight national title with a 6-1 win over Princeton on Nov. 24 in Winston-Salem.

mean over the next two years,” senior forward Catherine Hayden told GoHeels.com. “That was kind of just about the year after.” But the Tar Heels, led by Hayden and fellow seniors Marissa Creatore, Megan DuVernois, Feline Guenther, goalie Alex Halpin, Yentl Leemans, Ellen Payne

and Ali Rushton, went ahead and ran the table anyway. Their 2019 success, however, was anything but a sure thing. Not only did the Tar Heels lose six seniors from the previous year’s championship team, inSee TAR HEELS, page B3

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

B2 NSJ PRO TEAM OF THE YEAR 2019

Hurricanes’ deep run revitalizes hockey in NC Carolina’s rebirth included an end to a long playoff drought and spot in the conference final By Cory Lavalette North State Journal TOO MANY TIMES to count over the past over 19 months, Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour has talked about relevance. First, it was about getting the team he’s been a part of in one way or another since January 2000 back to a level of respectability around the NHL and, more importantly, in the market. “The goal was to get relevant,” Brind’Amour said after his team clinched a playoff berth back in April. “That was the first thing. I felt like we’d kind of fallen off the map.” Now, it’s about staying relevant. Brind’Amour would never say

last year’s team reached its goals. Yes, the Hurricanes returned to the postseason after a nine-season absence. Yes, Carolina stunned the hockey world by knocking off the defending Stanley Cup champion Capitals in double overtime of Game 7 in the first round. And yes, Brind’Amour’s troops reached the NHL’s final four before being ousted by the more battle-tested Bruins. But don’t confuse those accomplishments with a sense of accomplishment. Brind’Amour’s end goal is the same it was back in 2006 — bring a Stanley Cup to Raleigh. So while the Hurricanes have reached the relevance Brind’Amour craved — no team’s attendance has climbed more than Carolina’s this season — they have not yet done all they’ve set out to do. That doesn’t mean they’re any less worthy of being North State Journal’s North Carolina Pro Team of the Year for 2019. While the team’s renaissance starts and ends with Brind’Amour,

there were plenty of other factors that got the Hurricanes back to respectability. Owner Tom Dundon, who took a chance on Brind’Amour despite the former Hurricanes captain having no head coaching experience, has infused both accountability and his bank account into a team that often lacked both. Nearly two years since he took over, the 47-year-old Dundon — who was often criticized by the hockey establishment for his unique approach to a sport that has long recycled ideas, coaches and executives — has turned over nearly everyone from the previous regime. That includes many of the players, including longtime star winger Jeff Skinner, former fifth overall picks Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm, and Cam Ward, who holds most of Carolina’s goaltender records. The addition of defenseman Dougie Hamilton — who is an early-season Norris Trophy candidate as the league’s top defenseman — has taken arguably the league’s

best defense to another level, while swapping out Ward and Scott Darling for Petr Mrazek and, first, Curtis McElhinney last season and James Reimer this year has given the Hurricanes stability in net. The team did keep Sebastian Aho and Teuvo Teravainen, who have become some of the best point-producing forwards in the NHL. Aho was 21st in the NHL in scoring last season with 83 points, while Teravainen’s 55 assists were tied 18th in the league, and the tandem continues to produce at or close to a point-per-game pace this season. And then there’s 19-year-old Andrei Svechnikov, who scored 20 even-strength goals last season as a rookie and has paced the team thus far this campaign. The Russian’s emergence as a power forward — a breed that isn’t as prevalent these days as it was in past years — gives the Hurricanes yet another puzzle piece as they try to solve the Stanley Cup puzzle. Could 2020 bring even bigger

and better things? One question is the hole left by semi-retired captain Justin Williams, who has not played this season but hasn’t officially hung up his skates. The 38-year-old with the “Mr. Game 7” moniker — it was, after all, Williams who set up Brock McGinn for that overtime winner in D.C. — captained last year’s team under his former linemate Brind’Amour, and the rumors of the three-time Cup winner’s potential return could provide a further spark to Carolina’s lineup. “When you have guys that have gone through the wars to win the Stanley Cup, they get it,” Brind’Amour said ahead of this season. “You don’t even have to wonder where their mindset is — they know what it takes to win.” For now, the Hurricanes will have to be satisfied with a 2019 that saw them serve notice to the league that they’re back. Brind’Amour & Co. will now have to maintain that level while taking another step to reach their ultimate goal.

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The Hurricanes celebrate Brock McGinn’s series-winning goal in double-overtime of Game 7 against the Washington Capitals on April 24, giving Carolina a 4-3 win.

NSJ PLAY OF THE YEAR 2019

Svechnikov’s lacrosse move a goal for the ages The Hurricanes second-year phenom pulled off the play for the first time in NHL history — then did it again less than two months later By Cory Lavalette North State Journal THE GREATEST PLAYS in sports history are often brought about by circumstance. The pass that led to Franco Harris’ “Immaculate Reception” caromed away from its intended target toward the ground, allowing Harris to pluck the ball near his shoestrings and shockingly run into the end zone for a 13-7 Steelers win in Pittsburgh’s 1972 AFC divisional playoff game against the Raiders. NC State basketball’s stunning upset of Houston in the championship game of the 1983 NCAA Tournament doesn’t happen without the right place, right time miss by Dereck Whittenburg that Lorenzo Charles dunked home to give the Wolfpack the title. But make no mistake: What Carolina Hurricanes 19-year-old Andrei Svechnikov did on Oct. 29 against the Calgary Flames didn’t require luck, a fortuitous bounce or well-timed airball. “He practices it every day, for the last two years,” coach Rod Brind’Amour said after that game. “And he did it, I’m sure, as a kid. He never misses it in practice, so it was just a matter of time before it was

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On Oct. 29, Hurricanes forward Andrei Svechnikov became the first player in NHL history to pull off a lacrosse-style goal. The 19-year-old then scored again using the move, getting the go-ahead goal in a 6-3 win in Winnipeg on Dec. 17.

going to happen.” What Svechnikov did was score a lacrosse-style goal from behind the Flames net, swooping the puck onto his stick blade and tucking it over Calgary goalie David Rittich’s right shoulder and into the top corner of the net to tie the game at 1 just before the midway point of the third period. For good measure, Svechnikov scored a power play goal — this time on a more conventional wrist shot — just over three minutes later to give Carolina a 2-1 win against

their old coach, the since-disgraced Bill Peters. “I practice with Rod a lot,” Svechnikov said. “He passes me like I’m going behind the net and I try that move. So almost like every practice.” The goal — best known and long called the “Michigan” after being done by the Wolverines’ Mike Legg in a 1996 NCAA Tournament game and never before executed in an NHL game — sent a shockwave through the hockey world and was considered an immediate contend-

er for goal of the year. It’s also NSJ’s Play of the Year for 2019. It’s something Svechnikov had thought about — and practiced — for a long time. “I saw (Mikael) Granlund score on it against Russia, so I saw that,” Svechnikov said of the Finland forward’s goal in the 2011 World Championships. “My brother actually taught me how to do that move, so it’s great.” He tried to score on the move in his rookie season against the Blue

Jackets last year and, as he said, learned it from his older brother Evgeny, a Red Wings prospect. “It’s going to be tough for him to get that off again now,” Brind’Amour said, “everybody knows about it.” Everyone certainly knew. But in case there were any doubters, Svechnikov went and did it again to silence any doubters. With the score tied 2-2 in Winnipeg on Dec. 17, Svechnikov swooped behind the Jets net and guided the puck past Connor Hellebucyk for the go-ahead goal in an eventual 6-3 win. Svechnikov 2, History of the NHL 0. “I had a lot of room there,” Svechnikov told CarolinaHurricanes. com. “I just tried to put it in the net as quickly as I could.” It’s just another tool Svechnikov can use in his ever-evolving Swiss Army knife of talents. Known as a goal scorer coming into the draft — where Carolina took him second overall in the summer of 2018 — Svechnikov found the net 20 times as a rookie. He’s continued to score in his sophomore campaign but also become one of the team’s top puck distributors as well — Svechnikov is on pace for nearly 50 assists as 2020 approaches. Those who watch hockey know there’s a whole lot more to Svechnikov than just a couple highlight-reel goals, but even modest followers of the sport recognize his name because he pulled off the Michigan. ”The Svechy move?” captain Jordan Staal said after he did it a second time. “Yeah, I think we’re going to call it that now.”

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

NSJ COMEBACK OF THE YEAR 2019

UNC’s Brown, Surratt flip script with unlikely revivals The retiree-turned-coach and quarterback-turnedlinebacker led North Carolina football back to the postseason By Shawn Krest North State Journal IT TURNS OUT rational decision-making is vastly overrated. Just over a year ago, the North Carolina Tar Heels’ athletics department lost its dang mind. Having dismissed Larry Fedora, UNC seemingly had a line on a hot instate coach who wanted the job in Scott Satterfield. That’s 2019 ACC coach of the year Scott Satterfield, who would go on to take the Louisville job. Instead of going with the trendy young coach, UNC took the opposite tack in a major way, bringing Mack Brown out of retirement. It was a move that smacked of desperation — proof that the inmates were running the asylum and the process had been hijacked by former players and big-money boosters. Meanwhile, on the field, another inexplicable decision had been made. Chazz Surratt, a promising mobile quarterback with a big arm who’d had trouble staying healthy in his first two seasons, decided to make a change — to linebacker. Again, the move made no sense. If Surratt was injury-prone while trying to avoid contact, how would he be able to stay healthy initiating it? Even defensive coach Tommy Thigpen was unsure, questioning whether Surratt would be willing to “put his face into the fight.” Surratt, it seemed, would spend his eligibility on the scout team— or injured list—earning his degree and moving on with his life, wondering what might have been. Apparently, conventional wisdom hit the transfer portal, though, because a year later, both moves have succeeded beyond anyone’s most optimistic projections. That’s why Mack Brown and Chazz Surratt are the North State Journal’s co-Comebacks of the Year for 2019. Brown’s transformation in Chapel Hill has been so complete that the dark ages of Fedora’s final season now seem more distant than Brown’s previous coaching stops. Despite not coaching since 2013, Brown stepped right in, leading a two-week recruiting push that brought in a strong class of freshmen, led by former Florida State commit Sam Howell. Howell quickly won the starting quarterback job for the Tar Heels and developed into a future Heisman candidate. Brown then worked with boosters and administration to lead extensive renovations of Kenan Stadium, including new locker rooms, weight room, a player lounge and an artificial turf field. Fans quickly jumped on board, selling out every home game for the 2019 season, and on the field, the Heels were better than expected and always exciting. They opened the season with back-to-back fourth quarter comebacks to upset

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North Carolina coach Mack Brown talks to linebacker Chazz Surratt and defensive lineman Aaron Crawford during the Tar Heels’ season‑opening upset of South Carolina in Charlotte.

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Left, Chazz Surratt’s move to linebacker was questioned, but the former North Carolina quarterback responded with a season that earned him All-ACC honors. Right, The Tar Heels’ six wins in Mack Brown’s first year back in Chapel Hill were more than the combined five they had in Larry Fedora’s final two seasons at North Carolina.

South Carolina and Miami. The Heels nearly knocked off Clemson, losing by one when Brown chose to go for a game-winning 2-point conversion instead of kicking to send it to overtime. Carolina won its final two games to finish the regular season 6-6 and earn its first bowl bid since 2016. A big on-field reason for Brown and the Tar Heels’ success was the team’s new star at linebacker. Surratt made first-team All-ACC at linebacker, getting more votes than Miami’s Shaq Quarterman. He was UNC’s first first-team

linebacker since 2012, leading the ACC in tackles, with 110 — dishing out more hits in one year than he absorbed in two at quarterback, when he was tackled 89 times. His six sacks were 11th in the league, and his 13.5 tackles for loss seventh. Surratt’s accomplishments on defense are even more impressive considering his attention was pulled in a different direction for part of the season. With one backup quarterback — Cade Fortin — choosing to transfer right before the start of the season and an-

other — Jace Ruder — out with an injury, the Tar Heels were down to walk-on freshman Vincent Amendola as the only quarterback behind Howell. Brown joked that the team was so thin at quarterback, he discussed the possibility of moving Surratt back to his old position. A week later, Surratt was taking snaps under center. “We just have him around for short-yardage and goal-line because he is big and he is strong and he can do those things, so if our guys get banged up then he can

step in and do that,” Brown said. He was never needed or, perhaps, was deemed too valuable on the other side of the ball that it wasn’t worth the injury risk. It’s a script that Disney would have rejected as being unrealistic, but the old, retired coach and the brittle quarterback have helped lead the one-year turnaround in Chapel Hill. “Last spring, we were selling hope,” Brown said. This year, after seeing conventional wisdom turned on its head, people will be more likely to buy in.

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MCCAFFREY from page B1

cluding ACC and NCAA Tournament MVP Ashley Hoffman, but they also lost the only returning starter on defense — Cassie Sumfest — to a season-ending injury in the spring. They overcame that adversity with a resilience that helped them win several close games to start the season, along with the prolific offensive production of sophomore Erin Matson. The nation’s top scorer with 33 goals and 15 assists for 81 points, she was recently named National Player of the Year by the National Field Hockey Coaches Association, making her eligible to have her No. 1 jersey retired. Matson was especially good during the NCAA Tournament, a four-game stretch in which she netted nine goals to lead North Carolina to wins against Stanford, Iowa, ACC rival Boston College and Princeton. Although the championship-clinching 6-1 victory against the Tigers wasn’t close on the scoreboard, UNC did have a few nervous moments when it fell behind by a goal just 2:13 into the game. It was the third time in as many NCAA Tournament games that the Tar Heels had trailed. But just as they did in an earlier 2-1 win against Iowa and a 6-3 victory against Boston College, they didn’t panic.

thing you really get credit for. People remember who wins the Super Bowl. That’s what we want to do. It’s a game of opportunities. The 1,000/1,000 mark is an opportunity. I’ve been fortunate to get a lot of opportunities with the ball in my hand. Sometimes it might happen. Sometimes it might not. “Stats come and go,” he continued, “and records get broken. The biggest thing I try to control is my approach, my preparation, making sure I’m ready to go on Sunday. When opportunity hits, my job is to be in the best position I can be.” McCaffrey would obviously like to get the mark. It’s just not his top priority. “If it happens, great,” he said. “If it doesn’t, obviously, it would be better if it did. People ask me all the time, ‘Are you mad you didn’t a get lot of carries or catches?’ At the end of the day, football is football. Individual statistics get highlighted in today’s society, by today’s football watchers. It’s because of fantasy football and because of gambling. All we care about is winning. Some of that stuff can take away from the beauty of football.” So, while the Panthers are playing out the string of a lost season, McCaffrey will give the fans something to hope for as he tries to join the NFL elite. “It would be a lot better if it was relevant,” he said, “and we were playing in the postseason.”

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The North Carolina Tar Heels field hockey team crowds around the NCAA trophy after beating Princeton 6-1 in the 2019 championship game in Winston-Salem.

Creatore tied the score 14 minutes later, starting a barrage of six unanswered goals that included two by Matson, two by Eva Smolenaars and a late exclamation point by Hannah Griggs. The victory made UNC only

the second team in NCAA history, joining Old Dominion twice, to win two straight titles with consecutive undefeated seasons. This one was celebrated by a mostly Carolina-blue clad crowd of 1,466.

“In the middle of the game, everyone just stopped and looked at the stands and the sea of Carolina blue was something that was really special,” Matson told GoHeels.com “Those little things today made a difference.”

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

B4 NSJ COACH OF THE YEAR 2019

Drinkwitz parlays App State success into SEC job For the second straight year, the Mountaineers had to find a new coach — but that doesn’t discount the success the team had under the former NC State offensive coordinator By Brett Friedlander North State Journal WHEN ELIAH DRINKWTIZ was hired by Appalachian State last December, he did so with the stated goal of accomplishing something that had never been done there before. It was an ambitious pursuit considering all the firsts the Mountaineers had already achieved since moving up to the FBS level in 2015. But Drinkwitz managed to pull it off. Armed with a talented veteran roster left behind by his predecessor Scott Satterfield, the former NC State offensive coordinator led App State to a school-record 12 wins, beat North Carolina for the first time and guided the program to its inaugural appearance in the College Football Playoff rankings on the way to a fourth straight Sun Belt Conference championship. And he did it all in his first season ever as a college head coach. It was a performance that helped him get a new job and a hefty raise at Missouri and also earned Drinkwitz selection by the sports staff of the North State Journal as North Carolina’s Coach of the Year for 2019. “There was some spring football practices where we absolutely stunk,” he said before App State’s victory against Louisiana in the Sun Belt title game on Dec. 7. “And for them to just stay the course and say you ‘know what, we believe,’ and for this team to become us is as special as I’ve been associated with and I’ve been a part of some special football teams.” Drinkwitz had plenty to work with when he arrived in Boone last December as the nation’s second-youngest FBS coach.

The Mountaineers returned 20 starters from a team that went 10-2 in 2018. Among them were the Sun Belt Offensive Player of the Year, quarterback Zac Thomas, and 1,000-yard rusher Darrynton Evans from an offense that averaged 37.3 points per game. They were pieces that fit right into the wheelhouse of a coach known for his offensive innovation. “We’ve got a strong football team and a great staff,” Drinkwitz said before the season started. “The challenge for us now is to put it all together.” It came together quickly, Just three games into the new coach’s tenure, his Mountaineers came to Chapel Hill and made a statement that resonated throughout the state by beating the Tar Heels 3431 on their home field. The win was significant for more than just who it came against and where it happened, though. After coming so close to knocking off Power 5 opponents in the four previous seasons as an FBS program, App State’s win at UNC marked another step forward for a program on the rise. And the players gave Drinkwitz credit for making it happen. “This program has definitely had some heartbreaking losses, but Coach Drink coming in here with a new mindset, everybody kind of got a fresh start from everything,” junior wide receiver Thomas Hennigan said after the UNC game. “These seniors have been through it all, countless hours, and it’s awesome to get those guys a big win during their last year.” It wasn’t the last big win they got. Seven weeks later, the Mountaineers went to South Carolina and beat the Gamecocks for its second Power 5 win of the season. They were victories that catapulted App State into the conversation for the Cotton Bowl bid that went to the nation’s top non-Power 5 conference champion this season. Although it was unable to overcome a Halloween night loss to Georgia Southern and fell short of that goal, 2019 was still a sea-

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Eliah Drinkwitz led Appalachian State to a school-record 12 wins in his only season in Boone.

son for the record books. The Mountaineers were ranked 20th heading into the New Orleans Bowl game against UAB. “It’s a tribute to our players and staff for the focus and hard work that they put in from the time we started this journey in January to right now, being able to block out all the distractions and noise and to focus on being 1-0 each week,” Drinkwitz said. “And buying into the message.” That message, however, has now moved to Missouri. It was replaced by the voice of another first-time coach, former App State offensive lineman Shawn Clark, when Drinkwitz

was hired to lead a high-profile SEC program with a six-year, $4 million-a-year contract. Just two years removed from being the offensive coordinator at NC State making $450,000, it was an offer Drinkwitz said he simply couldn’t refuse. “This is an opportunity of a lifetime, and opportunities of a lifetime must be seized within the lifetime of an opportunity,” he said. “For this to occur, it took a lot of a lot of things to come together at the right time. But I know in my heart and in my soul and in my spirit this is the right place for me and my family at the right time for Mizzou football.”

12 Wins for Appalachian State under Eliah Drinkwitz, a school record.

NSJ NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR 2019

Healy takes Charlotte football where it’s never been In his first year with the 49ers, the team’s new coach won seven regular season games and earned the school its first bowl berth By Shawn Krest North State Journal

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Charlotte coach Will Healy helped the 49ers to their first winning season in his first year at the helm.

“Let’s move from bowl expectations to conference championship expectations and winning bowl games instead of just going to bowl games.” Will Healy, Charlotte coach

DEC. 5, 2018: Will Healy steps up to the podium to be introduced as the second head coach in Charlotte 49ers history. He replaces Brad Lambert, who was never able to enjoy a winning season with the 49ers. Healy, the second-youngest coach in FBS at 33, was a risky hire. He arrived with just three years of experience as a head coach, all at the FCS level. “People are sometimes scared to make a hire,” athletic director Mike Hill told the media. “It’s a little like coaches playing not to lose. That doesn’t win championships. We’re going to run this program here with fearlessness. We’re going to be fearless in our decision-making. Our institutional courage will be to go with our instincts. He’s the right guy.” Healy won over the room, as well as the players when he met them, with his intensity and enthusiasm. He promised to “take the next step and do it in a hurry.” Oct. 26, 2019: The next step appears to still be a distance away. The 49ers are 2-5 and on a four-game losing streak during which they’ve been outscored by 101 points, 175-74. At home against North Texas, the Niners quickly fall behind 140. Entering the fourth quarter,

Charlotte still trails by 14, 35-21. The Niners erupt for three touchdowns in the final 12 minutes, the last on a 34-yard pass with 18 seconds remaining to give Charlotte a 39-38 comeback win. “We talk about it all the time. Belief before behavior,” Healy said. “If you put a lot into it, then it’s going to mean so much more to you when you win. … I don’t know if we ever doubted our ability to get back in it. This football team is improving drastically day in and day out. Games like this help.” Nov. 23 or 24, 2019: The party is in full swing at Club Lit. Since the remarkable comeback against North Texas, Charlotte hasn’t lost, and, on a rainy evening in Charlotte, the 49ers knock off Marshall, scoring 14 unanswered fourth quarter points to rally and post their sixth victory of the year. For the first time in program history, Charlotte won’t have a losing season. For the first time in program history, Charlotte is headed to a bowl. Healy was ready to make his entrance at the team’s celebration at Club Lit. “I felt like I had to do something different,” he said after the fact, on the TV interview. “Going to a bowl for the first time in school history, beating a team playing for the conference championship at home on Senior Day, I thought, ‘You better bring your best.’ So I went a little Lee Corso-style.” Corso is the longtime ESPN announcer known for donning the mascot head of the team he picks to win on “College Gameday.” So Healy went in search of the head of Norm the Niner and headed into the club wearing the

oversized noggin. He was stopped by some of his players. Something was wrong. “When I walked in and had the head on, the guys said, ‘This can’t be Coach Healy, because he still has his shirt on.” Off came the shirt, on went the head, and the party raged on. One week later, after Charlotte finished the regular season with its fifth straight win, Healy again entered a room to face his team wearing an odd getup. This time, he had on swim fins, Bermuda shorts, a tank top and scuba mask. He stood in front of the silent room for a beat, then whipped off the snorkel and mask and hurled them into the crowd. “We’re going to the Bahamas!” he shouted. The 49ers traveled to the islands for the Dec. 20 Bahama Bowl, which was played after press time. Win or lose, however, Healy led the 49ers to a transitional season in his first year on the job, instilling a winning culture and taking home the North State Journal’s 2019 North Carolina Newcomer of the Year Award in the process. He’s not done yet. “This should become the expectation,” he said. “Let’s move from bowl expectations to conference championship expectations and winning bowl games instead of just going to bowl games.” “You think about where they’ve come from to where they are now,” AD Hill said. “This is historic for this program, for this university. We’re so proud of them.” All it took was not being afraid to hire the right guy.

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

automotive The long goodbye to the American sedan NSJ Staff RALEIGH — The past decade has seen SUV sales ebb and flow due to fuel prices, but one constant has been the waning demand for traditional cars by American drivers. Back in 2018, Ford announced its plan to eliminate most of its cars to focus on a more marketable (and profitable) portfolio. The only cars the Detroit automaker kept were the Mustang and the new Focus crossover. Ford’s crosstown rival General Motors eliminated nine models across its Chevrolet, Cadillac and Buick brands. After GM ends the Buick Regal in the U.S. after the 2020 model year, Buick will be exclusively an SUV/CUV brand in the North American market. The past year was also the end of the road for one of the most iconic cars ever — the Volkswagen Beetle. Volkswagen ended production of the last version of its Beetle model in July at its plant in Puebla, Mexico. That marked the end for a vehicle that has symbolized many things over a history spanning eight decades since 1938. It has been: a part of Germany’s

darkest hours as a never-realized Nazi prestige project; a symbol of Germany’s postwar economic renaissance and rising middle-class prosperity; an example of globalization, sold and recognized all over the world; an emblem of the 1960s counterculture in the United States, and above all, the car remains a landmark in design, as recognizable as the Coca-Cola bottle. The car’s original design — a rounded silhouette with seating for four or five, a nearly vertical windshield and the air-cooled engine in the rear — can be traced back to Austrian engineer Ferdinand Porsche, who was hired to fulfill Adolf Hitler’s project for a “people’s car” that would spread auto ownership the way the Ford Model T had in the U.S. The New Beetle — a completely retro version built on a modified Golf platform — resurrected some of the old Beetle’s cute, unconventional aura in 1998 under CEO Ferdinand Piech, Ferdinand Porsche’s grandson. In 2012, the Beetle’s design was made a bit sleeker. The last of 5,961 Final Edition

versions of the Beetle were destined for museums after ceremonies in Puebla on July 10 to mark the end of production. Here’s a look at the models that ended in 2019: BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo — BMW is thinning its portfolio and the first group to go are the Gran Turismo variants. BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo and Gran Coupe — The 6 Series Gran Turismo and Gran Coupe will disappear as the Ultimate Driving Machine changes focus to the 8 Series and its Gran Coupe option. BMW i8 — Introduced in 2013, the beautiful and unique plugin-hybrid sport car never found much success in a crowded segment. Buick LaCrosse — Built on the same platform as the Chevrolet Impala and Cadillac XTS large sedans, the LaCrosse fell victim to the great sedan purge of 2019. Buick Cascada — This subcompact convertible was a rebadged Opel from Germany. The car was launched in 2016 and met with mediocre sales. Cadillac CT6 — Cadillac will

continue to build the CT6 in China but it will go away in the U.S. like most of GM’s sedans. Cadillac XTS — The XTS sedan, like the Buick LaCrosse and Chevrolet Impala, will cease production. But Cadillac says it will maintain availability of its popular car through the 2020 calendar year. Cadillac ATS — This compact luxury sedan was supposed to compete with the BMW 3-series. It didn’t survive the implosion of the compact sedan segment. Chevrolet Cruze — Production of the compact sedan and hatchback ended in March 2019. Chevrolet Impala — The current design of the long-standing badge debuted to positive reviews in 2014 with handsome styling and strong performance. Chevrolet Volt — The second-generation plug-in hybrid had class-leading electric-only capabilities and slick style. Ford C-Max — Offered as hybrid and plug-in versions, this model suffered from the same industry trends that eliminated the CR-Z. Ford Fiesta — The party is over

for this subcompact in the U.S., but Ford will sell an all-new Fiesta — including a turbocharged Fiesta ST — outside the U.S. market. Ford Focus — This compact sedan goes away as Ford pivots toward SUVs and pickups. Ford Taurus — This could truly be the end for what was one of the most popular cars in America. Honda CR-Z — This compact hybrid entered the market as hybrid sales were crashing. Hyundai Azera — With the Korean automaker pivoting towards its luxury brand Genesis, the luxe Azera had no real market. Nissan Juke — A subcompact crossover gave way to a new crossover called the Nissan Kicks. Smart — Not just the end of the model but the brand. All of Smart will go away in the U.S. and Canada. Volkswagen Touareg — Volkswagen will still sell this model in foreign markets but not in the U.S. The larger Atlas SUV and the Tiguan crossover will represent the VW stable until newer SUVs are introduced. Volkswagen Beetle — One of the most iconic cars ever succumbed to the car purge as well. The Associated Press contributed to this report. This March 31, 2015 file photo shows the Cadillac CT6 at the New York International Auto Show event in Duggal Greenhouse, in the Brooklyn borough of New York.

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Pros and cons of buying the outgoing car model vs. the redesign The Associated Press The end of the calendar year can be an exciting time for newcar buyers. Many vehicles have been redesigned and are packed with the latest technology. However, the outgoing models are still on dealer lots and likely to be discounted steeply by automakers and dealers looking to meet yearend sales goals. These options pose a compelling question for car shoppers: Should you buy the discounted outgoing model or go for the latest tech in the redesigned model? Edmunds provides the pros and cons of each approach.

OUTGOING-MODEL CONS

REDESIGN PROS Newest body style: You get to be a trendsetter and enjoy the satisfaction of being among the first to drive the latest generation of the vehicle. It will have a modern body style and will likely garner the most attention from bystanders and other motorists. Latest technology: Often the automaker addressed what people didn›t like in the previous car and fixed it in the redesign. These changes can come in the form of a more powerful engine, better fuel economy, a nicer interior or all of the above. You will also benefit from the latest advancements in safety technology. Most variety: Every color, trim and option should be available to you in the current model year. And if you don›t see what you want or are very specific about your configuration, you can al-

cluded that the final model year of a generation is often the most reliable. This is because many of the vehicle›s issues have been sorted out over the course of the model›s run. Best version of that generation: In addition to being more reliable, the last model year of a generation typically benefits from all of the minor improvements the automaker made in previous years. The styling has likely been slightly tweaked from when it debuted, more power might have been added, and some previously optional features have been made standard equipment.

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The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST is unveiled in Detroit, Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019. ways place a special order from the factory. REDESIGN CONS More expensive: The newer version of a model will usually be more expensive, both in terms of the starting price and scanter discounts. As of mid-to-late November, a 2020 model cost about $1,400 more on average than the 2019 model, according to Edmunds data. Lower reliability: The first model year of a redesign is often

the least reliable, according to a recent Consumer Reports survey. The technology is new and often hasn›t had the chance to be tested extensively in the real world. Changes may be too radical for you: Sometimes a redesign drastically shakes things up, and some buyers aren›t willing to go along with it. For example, when Ford switched the current-generation Ford F-150 to an aluminum body, collision repairs became more expensive. It was hard to fault someone for wanting the outgoing model at the time.

OUTGOING-MODEL PROS Better discounts: The outgoing or discontinued model will be less expensive. But discounts will vary by vehicle, so it is important to know the market. The 2019 Ford Escape, for example, is about $3,177 less expensive on average than the all-new 2020 model. In contrast, the 2019 Ford Explorer is only $694 less on average than the redesigned 2020 model. Greater reliability: The same Consumer Reports survey con-

Limited selection: Since these models are essentially on clearance, you’re limited to the inventory on hand — meaning you may not have as much selection in terms of colors, trim levels and packages. Some brands manage their inventory better than others, so the selection will vary by vehicle and how late into the season you’re buying. Quicker depreciation: The model year before a redesign tends to depreciate at a quicker rate than the model that replaces it. It›s about 6%-8% on average, according to Edmunds. Why? Supply and demand. In the used car market, the current body style will be the hotter and more desirable model. But you can avoid this by either leasing or keeping your car longer. Eventually the depreciation will plateau and be on par with the depreciation of comparable vehicles. Making a decision comes down to knowing your needs and wants. Do you want the latest technology and styling or a proven vehicle with a better discount? For further help, get a price quote on both the old and new models so you can better judge value.

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

TAKE NOTICE CABBARUS 19 SP 433 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CABARRUS COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Ronnie E. Lemmonds to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated March 13, 2007 and recorded on April 2, 2007 in Book 7436 at Page 56, Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina.

at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT REAL PROPERTY SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF CABARRUS, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA: BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO THE GRANTOR BY DEED RECORDED 02/01/1986 IN BOOK 605, PAGE 544 CABARRUS COUNTY REGISTRY, TO WHICH DEED REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR DESCRIPTION OF THIS PROPERTY. Being more particularly described as being Lot No. 23, as shownonmapofCannonHoldingCorporation,map2,property of Cannon Holding Corporation, a plat of which is recorded in Map Book 19, page 52, Cabarrus County Registry.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

19 SP 667 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

8, 2020 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to wit:

NORTH CAROLINA, CABARRUS COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Robin Malo to Chicago Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), which was dated September 18, 2015 and recorded on September 22, 2015 in Book 11596 at Page 0264, Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina.

Being all of Lot 26 of Castlebrooke Manor, Phase 1, Map 3 Subdivision as same is shown on a map thereof recorded in Map Book 66 at Page 70, a revision of Map Book 65 at Page 98 of the Cabarrus County Public Registry. BEING the same property conveyed to the grantor herein by deed from MATTAMY CAROLINA CORPORATION dba Mattamy Homes filed contemporaneously herewith.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 452

12:00 PM on January 6, 2020 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: Being all of Lot 96 of Brandon Ridge Subdivision, Phase 1, as shown on plat thereof recorded in Map Book 46, Page 4 in the office of the Register of Deeds for Cabarrus County, North Carolina, reference to which plat is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4481 Norfleet Street, Concord, North Carolina.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Chad J. Runion and Mari Runion aka Mari E. Runion (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Chad J. Runion and Mari Runion) to Charles W. McGuire, Trustee(s), dated the 6th day of September, 2005, and recorded in Book 6215, Page 246, and Modification in Book 09950, Page 0308, 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

CUMBERLAND 19 SP 1242 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Christian D. Primeaux and Tavia N. Henry Primeaux to WFG National Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), which was dated August 14, 2017 and recorded on August 15, 2017 in Book 10150 at Page 18 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on February 7, 2018 in Book 10248, Page 285, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing

19 SP 1406 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Carl Julian Herriott, III and Latischa Herriott to Donald Steven Bunce, Trustee(s), which was dated November 23, 2001 and recorded on December 5, 2001 in Book 5622 at Page 0861 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on November 7, 2019 in Book 10625, Page 839, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 19sp1583 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ROBERT J. LANIER DATED MAY 5, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 6881 AT PAGE 652 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE

Said property is commonly known as 3149 Helmsley Court, Concord, NC 28027. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time

said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 56, in a subdivision known as Glen Reilly, Section One, and the same being duly recorded in Plat Book 55, Page 62, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Parcel ID: 9498-60-0781 Property Address: 6930 Melbourne Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 6930 Melbourne Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28314. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars

8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, BEING ALL OF LOT 497, IN A SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS MIDDLECREEK, SECTION 7, PART 1, ACCORDING TO A PLAT OF SAME DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 74, PAGE 22, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. TOGETHER WITH IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON; SAID PROPERTY BEING LOCATED AT 704 SUNNY CREST DRIVE, FAYETTEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. TAX ID: 9488-41-9352 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 704 Sunny Crest Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28314. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent

will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:30AM on January 6, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Robert J. Lanier, dated May 5, 2005 to secure the original principal amount of $138,000.00, and recorded in Book 6881 at Page 652 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

Said property is commonly known as 516 Railroad Drive Northwest, Concord, NC 28025. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the

of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Robin Malo.

current owner(s) of the property is/are All Lawful Heirs of Ronnie Lemmonds. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include,

but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-08010-FC01

the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-13862-FC01

ment, 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 prior 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

the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Christian D. Primeaux and Tavia N. Henry Primeaux. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of

(5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Carl J. Herriott, III. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of

And Being more commonly known as: 1215 Wilderness Dr, Spring Lake, NC 28390 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Heirs of Robert J. Lanier. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00),

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1279034 (FC.FAY)

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-09327-FC01

vided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 16, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107

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cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:30AM on January 6, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Willie P. Faison, Jr. and Velvelon J. Faison, dated December 12, 2011 to secure the original principal amount of $75,000.00, and recorded in Book 8783 at Page 593 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 6721 Sexton Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Tax Parcel ID: 9477-82-6821Present Record Owners: The Heirs of Velvelon J. Faison And Being more commonly known as: 6721 Sexton Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28314

The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Heirs of Velvelon J. Faison. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law.

Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 16, 2019.

Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 18-103267

for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:00AM on January 6, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Keaira Renee Butler, dated July 10, 2013 to secure the original principal amount of $107,155.00, and recorded in Book 9243 at Page 136 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Keaira Renee Butler.

laration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY KEAIRA RENEE BUTLER DATED JULY 10, 2013 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 9243 AT PAGE 136 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED FEBRUARY 22, 2019 IN BOOK 10451, PAGE 93 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder

Address of property: 1316 Kershaw Loop Apt 115, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Tax Parcel ID: 9477-72-4024-115 Present Record Owners: Keaira Renee Butler And Being more commonly known as: 1316 Kershaw Loop Apt 115, Fayetteville, NC 28314

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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Dec-

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IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY WILLIE P. FAISON, JR. AND VELVELON J. FAISON DATED DECEMBER 12, 2011 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8783 AT PAGE 593 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for

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SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 16, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway,

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TAKE NOTICE CUMBERLAND 19 SP 1448 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Aaron Featherstone Sanderson and Rachael Rogers to John B. Third, Trustee(s), which was dated December 21, 2017 and recorded on December 22, 2017 in Book 10225 at Page 0168, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be fore-

19 SP 104 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Donald R. Hyden and Nila C. Hyden to CT Mortgage Information Svcs., Trustee(s), which was dated August 23, 2005 and recorded on September 6, 2005 in Book 6999 at Page 275, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January

19 SP 1441 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Bobby White and Anette R. White to Kenneth C. Praschan, Trustee(s), which was dated August 31, 2007 and recorded on August 31, 2007 in Book 7688 at Page 687, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January

19 SP 881 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Gregory G. Price to Atlas Title Agency of North Carolina, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated December 19, 2011 and recorded on January 3, 2012 in Book 08800 at Page 0742, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash

19 SP 1456 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Brandon S. Glaser and Kathryn Glaser a/k/a Kathryn C. Glaser to Thorp & Clarke, P.A., Trustee(s), which was dated December 31, 2002 and recorded on January 7, 2003 in Book 5956 at Page 240, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash

19 SP 361 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Caren W. Alford to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated March 3, 2004 and recorded on March 12, 2004 in Book 6454 at Page 0433, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 7, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: All That Certain Lot Or Parcel Of Land Situated In The City Of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 19SP1365 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY OSCAR L. GALLOCASTENEDA AND ROSAISELA GALLOCASTENEDA DATED OCTOBER 31, 2001 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 5599 AT PAGE 568 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 19SP1356 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JEANINE ROBINSON AND ANDREW ROBINSON DATED JUNE 23, 2010 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8421 AT PAGE 681 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said

closed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 80, in a subdivision known as Manchester Forest, Section One, and the same being duly recorded in Plat Book 44, Page 80, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 111 Elfreth Lane, Spring Lake, NC 28390. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset

8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: THE LAND REFERRED TO IN THIS EXHIBIT IS LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND AND STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN DEED BOOK 3548 PAGE 307 AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Aaron Featherstone Sanderson and wife, Rachael Rogers. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental

Said property is commonly known as 7651 Fletcher Avenue, Fayetteville, NC 28303.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent

An Order for possession of the property may be issued

BEING ALL OF LOT NUMBER 3, BLOCK L, OF LAGRANGE SUBDIVISION, SECTION SIX SHOWN ON PLAT OF SAME RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS NUMBER 30, PAGE 20 IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit:

Said property is commonly known as 5337 Pringle Way, Hope Mills, NC 28348.

the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN TOWNSHIP OF CROSS CREEK, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 3336, PAGE 0268, ID# 0438-185005, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 4, MEDFIELD, FILED IN PLAT BOOK 61, PAGE 90.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 627 West Cochran Avenue, Fayetteville, NC 28301. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are All Lawful Heirs of

BEING all of Lot 40, BRIGHTMOOR ADDITION, according to a plat of same duly recorded in Book of Plats 86, Page 143, Cumberland County, North Carolina Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

BEING ALL OF LOT 4 IN A SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS MEDFIELD (ZERO LOT LINE) ACCORDING TO A PLAT OF THE SAME DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 61, PAGE 90, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. AND BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO GRANTOR IN DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 3258, PAGE 265 CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. BY FEE SIMPLE DEED FROM TART’S INVESTMENT CORPORATION AS SET FORTH IN BOOK 3336, PAGE 0268 DATED 11/05/1987 AND RECORDED 11/05/1987, CUMBERLAND COUNTY RECORDS, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA.

the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF LOT 91 IN A SUBDIVISION KNOW AS FARMINGTON, SECTION FIVE, PART A, ACCORDING TO A PLAT OF THE SAME DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 84, PAGE 113, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 8009 Blaze Court, Fayetteville, NC 28314. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

Carolina And More Particularly Described As Follows: Beginning At A Stake In The Northern Margin Of Rollingwood Circle In A Northwardly Direction 710 Feet From The Intersection Of The Northern Margin Of West Rowan Street And The Eastern Margin Of Rollingwood Circle, The Southwest Corner Of A Tract Of Land Described In A Deed From Cumberland Homes, Incorporated, To A.l. Davis And Wife, Winifred Cole Davis, Registered In Book 455, Page 64, And Running Thence With The Northern Margin Of Rollingwood Circle North 87 Degrees 33 Minutes West 55.17 Feet To The Southeast Corner Of A Tract Of Land Described In A Deed From Player Realty Company To C.t. Worrell And Wife, Registered In Book 434, Page 153, Thence With The Eastern Line Of Said Tract, North 04 Degrees 29 Minutes 17 Seconds West 119.88 Feet To A Stake Rollingwood Court, The North 87 Degrees 57 Minutes 36 Seconds Est, 101.94 Feet To The Northwest Corner Of The Davis Lot Above Referred To; Thence With The Western Line Of The Davis Lot, South 16 Degrees 35 Minutes 01 Seconds West 130.94 Feet To The Beginning, And Being All Of Lot No. 26, Practically All Of Lot No. 27 And A Small Portion Of Lot 25, In Block “A”, Of Rollingwood Court As Per Plat In Plat Book 9, Page 59, Cumberland County Registry, Which Descrip-

will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:30AM on January 3, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Oscar L. Gallocasteneda and Rosaisela Gallocasteneda, dated October 31, 2001 to secure the original principal amount of $64,400.00, and recorded in Book 5599 at Page 568 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 7424 April Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Tax Parcel ID: 9487-65-1653Present Record Owners: Rosaisela Gallocasteneda

county at 10:30AM on December 30, 2019 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Jeanine Robinson and Andrew Robinson, dated June 23, 2010 to secure the original principal amount of $114,408.00, and recorded in Book 8421 at Page 681 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 5191 Egret Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28303 Tax Parcel ID: 0418-08-4021Present Record Owners: Jeanine Robinson and Andrew Robinson And Being more commonly known as: 5191 Egret Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28303

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Brandon S. Glaser and wife, Kathryn Glaser. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice

tion Is Intended To Cover All The Land Lying Between The Davis Lot On The East And The Worrell Lot On The East And The Worrell Lot On The West As Hereinabove Referred To. Being The Same Property Conveyed To Caren W. Alford By Deed From Frances J. Camp, Recorded 02/18/1999 In Deed Book 5036 Page 871. Save And Except Any Releases, Deeds Of Release Or Prior Conveyances Of Record. Said Property Is Commonly Known As 427 Rollingwood Circle, Fayetteville, Nc 28305. A Cash Deposit (No Personal Checks) Of Five Percent (5%) Of The Purchase Price, Or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), Whichever Is Greater, Will Be Required At The Time Of The Sale. Following The Expiration Of The Statutory Upset Bid Period, All The Remaining Amounts Are Immediately Due And Owing. Third Party Purchasers Must Pay The Excise Tax And The Recording Costs For Their Deed. Said Property To Be Offered Pursuant To This Notice Of Sale Is Being Offered For Sale, Transfer And Conveyance “As Is Where Is.” There Are No Representations Of Warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the prop-

And Being more commonly known as: 7424 April Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28314 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Rosaisela Gallocasteneda. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00),

The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Jeanine Robinson and Andrew Robinson. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all

agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. 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.

pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of

to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 18-10073-FC01

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GREGORY G. PRICE. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of

that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. 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.

the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 18-23852-FC01

Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 18-06090-FC01

erty being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are All Lawful Heirs of Caren W. Alford. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for

vided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 9, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107

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remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 9, 2019.

Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 19-106903

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

BUSINESS & economy

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In this May 10, 2019, file photo the statue of Fearless Girl stands in front of the New York Stock Exchange before Uber, the world’s largest ride-hailing service, holds its initial public offering.

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The Global TransPark in eastern North Carolina will be home to 475 additional jobs with the combination jetport and industrial park landing an aircraft recycling operation according to an announcement from the state commerce department. Aircraft Solutions USA plans to invest nearly $100 million in a two-phase expansion at the TransPark, Cooper’s office said in a news release. The recycling center will remove parts from commercial planes at the end of their service life and evaluate them for future use. The Floridabased company also will build a paint shop. The company could receive up to $4.8 million over 12 years from the state it if reaches employment and investment goals. The incentives agreement was approved last week by a special state committee. The average wage of just over $47,000 for the new jobs is $10,000 above the average in Lenoir County, where the TransPark began in the early 1990s as an economic development tool for rural eastern North Carolina. Over a dozen commercial and government ventures now work at the TransPark, including Spirit Aerosystems, an airplane parts manufacturer. “This new investment will add to the growing relevance of the Global TransPark and Lenoir County to aviation companies,” state Commerce Secretary Tony Copeland said in a release.

How well did you keep up with business news in 2019?

Markets had a good 2019 The Associated Press NEW YORK — Coming into 2019 year, the mood in markets was one of fear. The S&P 500 had tumbled 19.8% between Sept. 20, 2018 and Dec. 24, 2018. Investors were worried that the Federal Reserve was raising interest rates too far and too fast and could

cause a recession. President Donald Trump’s trade war with China was also threatening economic growth. But markets relaxed shortly after the calendar flipped, when Fed Chairman Jerome Powell pledged on Jan. 4 to be “patient.” Investors took that to mean the Fed would stop raising interest rates. Later in the summer, the Fed would go

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By Seth Sutel The Associated Press NEW YORK — 2019 wound up being another big year for news from the business world. There was a leadership transition at Google’s parent company, a huge IPO by Saudi Aramco, and more scrutiny for Facebook as the social media company alarmed users and regulators with plans to create a digital currency. Plus, of course Baby Yoda’s debut on a certain show on a new video streaming service. How well did you keep up? Questions: 1. Facebook, already under fire for its privacy practices, faced a new barrage of criticism and concerns after unveiling plans to create a digital currency. Visa, Mastercard, PayPal and eBay all abandoned the project. What is the name of the currency Facebook wants to launch? 2. Authentic Brands bought the assets of Barneys New York, the iconic department store owner, out of bankruptcy this year. The owner of lifestyle and entertainment brands including Nine West and Nautica also purchased a famous magazine this year from media company Meredith Corp. Which one? 3. Office-sharing company WeWork pulled its IPO and booted its charismatic co-founder, Adam Neumann, after investors balked at the company’s rapidly mounting losses and grew skeptical of its lofty valuation and business practices. As part of a turnaround plan, WeWork said it would sell its stakes in several side businesses, including Wavegarden. What does Wavegarden do? 4. In October, Charles Schwab threw down the gauntlet to rival discount brokers by slashing commissions for online trading to zero. Weeks later, Schwab announced the purchase of one of those rivals, which had seen its stock price crumple after Schwab’s announcement. Which rival is it? 5. Saudi Aramco became the world’s most valuable public company this year with a highly anticipated stock offering in December.

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In Dec. 11, 2019, file photo Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil company Armco and stock market officials celebrate during the official ceremony marking the debut of Aramco’s initial public offering (IPO) on the Riyadh’s stock market, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. this year with a highly anticipated stock offering in December. Following a 10% surge on the day of its initial public offering, how much was the company worth? 6. In August, Patrick Byrne resigned as CEO of a publicly traded retail company he had founded 20 years earlier. A week before his departure, Byrne issued a puzzling and rambling statement in which he referred to federal agents as “Men in Black” and confirmed a journalist’s stories detailing his relationship with Maria Butina, a gun-rights activist who was sentenced to prison for being an unregistered agent of Russia. Which company was it? 7. It’s all about Baby Yoda. Sure, Disney Plus had lots of other compelling programming in its roster when the video streaming service made its debut in November. But the cooing, large-eared, green cutie pie stole hearts aplenty as a character in what new series on Disney Plus? 8. Larry Page and Sergey Brin, the co-founders of Google, relinquished their roles as executives of its parent company, Alphabet, two decades after turning the search

startup into one of the largest and most powerful companies in the world. The executive who had been leading Google for more than four years will take over as Alphabet’s CEO. What’s his name? 9. Uber, Slack and Lyft all had highly anticipated stock market debuts this year. But it was a maker of plant-based meat substitutes that had a better performance on its first day of trading. Name that company. 10. The former CEO of which company was convicted for his part in a price-fixing conspiracy involving the top three makers of canned tuna? Answers: 1. Libra. 2. Sports Illustrated. 3. Wavegarden, a startup company based in Spain, designs and builds artificial wave pools for surfers. 4. TD Ameritrade. 5. $1.88 trillion. 6. Overstock.com 7. “The Mandalorian.” 8. Sundar Pichai. 9. Beyond Meat Inc. 10. Bumble Bee Foods.

even further and cut rates three times to shield the economy from the effects of trade tensions and slowing economies abroad. They were the first rate cuts in more than a decade, and the sharp reversal in Fed policy helped relieve investors’ anxiety about a potential recession. Lower rates make borrowing cheaper and help industries like housing and autos in particular, where customers typically have to borrow to buy. Lower rates also mean bonds pay less in interest, which in

turn makes the dividends paid by stocks more attractive to income-seeking investors. Low rates helped stock prices rise in 2019 even as profits fell for many big U.S. companies. Along with the Fed, give credit for the resilient economy to U.S. households, which kept spending even when uncertainty about trade pushed CEOs to hold off on their own investments. Steady job gains, a low unemployment rate and rising wages have lifted consumer confidence and economists expected the

family, and cherishing our most favorite things. Stay in a merry state of mind by supporting local artists at the Southern Arts Society’s annual Christmas Boutique in the public power community of Kings Mountain. The sale continues through Saturday, perfect for a post-holiday group outing or for gifting yourself a new favorite thing. The Southern Arts Society (SASi) was founded in the 1980s by a dozen Gaston County friends who wanted to bolster local artists. While the group has grown over the years, the welcoming spirit of friendship remains. Beat cabin fever by browsing the work of more than 75 regional artists, including paintings, jewelry, pottery, leather goods, paper works, glass, wood works, and knitted accessories. If you’re lucky, a few SASi Calendars will remain. These annual creations have a loyal following, especially around Gaston County, and feature 12 original pieces of hand-pulled silk-screened art. As you treasure time with loved ones and anticipate a new year ahead, visit with local makers and support their work in the community. While the handmade jewelry and art is nice, the quality time is the gift that will keep on giving. The boutique is open until Saturday, Dec. 28; learn more at southernartssociety.org.

2019 holiday shopping season to be a healthy one. The economy expanded at a 2.1% annual pace in the third quarter, though many economists forecast that it will slow a bit to a range of 1.5% to 2% in the final three months of the year. In the final jobs report before the end of the year. US employers added 266,000 jobs in November and unemployment fell to a 50-year low of 3.5%. November’s gain exceeded market expectations and brought 2019’s average monthly job creation to 180,000.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2019

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Virginia biochemist Camille Schrier is crowned Miss America Miss North Carolina places in Top 15 The Associated Press UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Organizers wanted to make it clear the 99th Miss America competition isn’t your grandmother’s beauty pageant, and their winner did just that on Thursday. Virginia biochemist Camille Schrier won the crown just minutes after wowing the crowd with science. Dressed in a lab coat, she gave a colorful chemistry demonstration of the catalytic decomposition of hydrogen peroxide. Schrier, a native of Pennsylvania, said she hopes to “break stereotypes about what it means to be a Miss America in 2020” by being a “woman of science” who is authentic to herself. “I’m not the beauty queen,” she said. “I’m the brand ambassador for this organization and I’m more than just someone with a crown on my head.” Victoria Hill of Georgia placed first runner-up. Miss North Carolina, Alexandra Badgett, was one of the Top 15 candidates announced at the outset of the broadcast. However, her name was not called when the competition narrowed from 15 to seven before the on-air competition phases began. No longer called contestants, the 51 women “candidates,” who hailed from all 50 states and the District of Columbia, competed for a $50,000 scholarship and the “job” of Miss America, a one-year paid position they hope to use as a public platform for their “social impact initiative.” For the second year in a row, women were not judged in a swimsuit or how they look in an evening gown. Instead, a series of interviews and talent demonstrations will determine who is best qualified to wear this year’s crown. “To make it relevant for these young women, it was important for us as a scholarship and service organization to make sure that we were reflective of this generation, meaning that you no longer had to be defined by some sort of ideal,” said Regina Hopper, president & CEO of the Miss America Organization. Schrier, 24, who spoke on stage about having tackled an eating disorder, said she decided to

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Camille Schrier, of Virginia, performs a science experiment prior to winning the Miss America competition at the Mohegan Sun casino in Uncasville, Conn., Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019. compete for Miss America after the swimsuit competition was ditched, along with other changes that have been made to modernize the organization. “I kind of figured that I would never get on that stage because I was a woman who did not want to get into a swimsuit on stage. And I didn’t have a performing talent, which is really ironic now,” she said, adding how she’s the first Miss America to win with a science experiment, a presentation she brings to schools. Schrier is a cum laude graduate of Virginia Tech with dual bachelor of science degrees in bio chemistry and systems biology and she is currently studying to obtain a doctor of pharmacy degree. Her platform issue is drug safety. Morgan Nichols, Miss South Carolina, had her own message on Thursday night. She walked down

the red carpet wearing a billowing, long skirt topped by a plain white T-shirt that read: “Stronger.” While Hopper acknowledges there has been some push-back from “old pageant” people who liked the old way of doing things, she said there’s been greater interest in the competition since the roll-out of Miss America 2.0. When asked on stage whether the Miss America organization should change even more and allow married women and women with children to participate, both Schrier and Hill said no. Schrier told reporters afterward that she believes the job would be too busy for a mother. This year also marked the first time the multi-day event is being held at Mohegan Sun, a tribal casino and entertainment complex in suburban southeastern Con-

necticut. Miss America organizers announced plans this summer to leave Atlantic City, New Jersey — for the second time in its history. Miss America also switched from ABC back to NBC to broadcast the glitzy finale to an estimated 4.5 million viewers. And for the first time, preliminary events and the finale — held in Mohegan’s 10,000-seat arena — are being streamed live on the NBC app. “We’ve had many, many large events. This probably reaches the most people,” said Jeff Hamilton, president and general manager of Mohegan Sun. “We’re just really, really excited about it.” Miss America organizers and NBC have not yet agreed to a multi-year contract with the Connecticut casino. A decision is expected in the coming months. Schrier succeeds 2019 Miss

America Nia Franklin, a classically trained opera singer from Winston-Salem who won Miss America as Miss New York. The decision to drop the swimsuit competition did create great controversy and criticism of Miss America officials, including former board chair and former Fox News host Gretchen Carlson, who said in 2018 that Miss America would represent “a new generation of female leaders focused on scholarship, social impact, talent and empowerment.” Carlson has since stepped down. Atlantic City businessmen came up with the idea for a pageant in 1921 as a way to extend the summer tourism season beyond Labor Day weekend. It became synonymous with the New Jersey seaside resort but moved to Las Vegas in 2005, returning to Atlantic City in 2013.

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

The top songs of 2019 NSJ Staff

The top songs of 2019 according to the Billboard charts:

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1.“Old Town Road” by Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus — The song of the year was named Favorite rap/hip-hop song at the AMAs 2.“Sunflower” by Post Malone and Swae Lee — The song was a single released from the soundtrack of Sony Pictures Animation blockbuster “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” 3.“Without Me” by Halsey — Halsey took home Favorite Pop/Rock song at the AMAs for “Without Me”

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A decade of losses in the music industry By Dan Reeves North State Journal It’s December. The time has come to remember those we lost in 2019. We are also closing out a decade which begs the question: Have we lost one of the most influential generations of musicians and artists? During the past decade, we suffered the untimely losses of icons Prince (2016), Tom Petty (2017), George Michael (2016) and Whitney Houston (2012). Unique talents like B.B. King (2015), David Bowie (2016), Leonard Cohen (2016) and Levon Helm (2012) also died in the 2010s. Add to that the deaths of country legends Merle Haggard (2016), Glen Campbell (2017), George Jones (2013), Don Williams (2017), Doc Watson (2012) and Mel Tillis (2017). Music personalities Casey Kasem (2014) and Dick Clark (2012) also died in the past decade. Timeless groups like Lynyrd Skynyrd (Bob Burns in 2015), The Monkees (Davy Jones in 2012), The Neville Brothers (Charles Neville in 2018), The Sugarhill Gang (Big Bank Hank in 2014), The Ramones (Tommy Ramone in 2014) and The Eagles (Glen Frey in 2016) lost members.

It left us wondering: who’s next? More crucially, who will take their place? 2019 wasn’t as shockingly devastating as the aforementioned, but it wasn’t easy. Here are six losses that leave a hole in the music industry: Earl Thomas Conley (Singer, Songwriter) Conley charted more than thirty singles in the Billboard Country Charts and had the third-most number one country hits (18) in the 1980s behind Alabama and Ronnie Milsap. Conley’s hit “Holding Her and Loving You” was nominated for multiple Grammy Awards in 1983. Conley was an Army veteran and native of Portsmouth, Ohio. He died in Nashville on April 10. He was 77. Robert Hunter (Lyricist) If you look through credits of every song by The Grateful Dead, more often than not, the liner notes read: Garcia / Hunter. Robert Hunter’s gift was his innate ability to pen lyrics that stirred the soul, while matching perfectly the aesthetic of guitarist Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead. Hunter is responsible for giving us Box of Rain, Sugaree, Ripple, Eyes of the World, Friend of the Devil, Jack Straw, and Black Muddy River. Robert Hunt-

er died Sept. 28. He was 78. Dr. John (Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Producer) Draped in feathers, decorative beads, and the occasional chicken foot necklace, Mac “Dr. John” Rebennack invoked the voodoo spirit of his native New Orleans, cooking up a cauldron of jazz, funk, and boogie-woogie gumbo. A master pianist, arranger, and producer of the highest order, the night tripper — as he was called — cut his teeth under the tutelage, and in the company, of legendary Crescent City jazz icons Professor Longhair and Fats Domino. Throughout his illustrious career, “The Doctor” collaborated with countless musicians including Van Morrison, The Rolling Stones, and The Band. Dr. John (Malcolm Rebbenack Jr) died June 6. He was 77. Daniel Johnston (Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Artist) A prolific singer songwriter plagued by mental illness, Daniel Johnston’s lasting impact on music is unquestioned. At an early age, he’d written and recorded at home, scores of songs that would later go on to capture the attention an entire generation. The fascinating and tragic story of his life hit the mainstream with the release of

The top albums of 2019 The Associated Press NEW YORK — The top 10 albums of the year by Associated Press Music Editor Mesfin Fekadu: 1. Ari Lennox, “Shea Butter Baby”: A message to the Grammy Awards, in the words of pop music philosopher Mariah Carey: “Them chickens is ash and I’m lotion.” Them is the Grammys, and the lotion is Ari Lennox’s “Shea Butter Baby,” a product that’s clearly too expensive for the super-dry Recording Academy. A nomination — or eight — isn’t necessary for any real music fan to realize how outstanding, soulful and poignant Lennox’s debut album is. Every song on the 12-track set is a winner, with Lennox’s voice and tone changing throughout the album, showing her skill, versatility and power. “Shea Butter Baby” feels as good as soaking in a warm bath, with the right candle — scent not too strong, but not too weak — illuminating in the background. It’s hard not to play “BMO,” which echoes Erykah Badu, less than 20 times a day; the title track with J. Cole is classic-sounding; and “Static” beautifully closes the album. Lennox’s “Shea Butter Baby” is the best album of the year, no matter if awards shows think differently, including you, the Soul Train Music Awards. 2. Summer Walker, “Over It”: Summer Walker’s debut album is

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This cover image released by Interscope/Dreamville shows “Shea Butter Baby” by Ari Lennox, named one of the top ten albums of the year by the Associated Press. perfect, as she spits matter-of-fact lyrics over some beats that borrow from classic ‘90s R&B hits including Usher, Destiny’s Child and 702. But even when she’s not sampling a song, Walker can hold her own, delivering a flawless album that’s easy to obsess over. 3. Anitta, “Kisses”: This Brazil-

ian singer’s first trilingual album — featuring songs in Portuguese, Spanish and English — is adventurous, from its drop-it-like-it’shot opening number “Atención” to the sweet sound of the closing track, “Você Mentiu,” which would make you want to slow dance with your lover. In between are tunes

“The Devil and Daniel Johnston” which depicted his rise to fame in the alternative music scene as well as his battle with Schizophrenia. Daniel Johnston died Sept. 11. He was 58. Eddie Money (Singer, Songwriter) Edward Joseph Mahoney was a rock and roll singer and songwriter who was known professionally as Eddie Money. He charted 11 songs in the 1970s and 80s, including the 1987 Grammy-nominated hit “Take Me Home Tonight.” He went on to have a career that included radio, television, film and live performance. He died Aug. 24 in Los Angeles from complications related to esophageal cancer. He was 70. Ric Ocasek (Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Producer) One of the most significant icons of the 1980s, Cars founder Ric Ocasec gave us unforgettable, new wave anthems, “My Best Friends Girl”, “Shake it Up”, “You’re all I’ve got Tonight” and “You Might Think I’m Crazy” — to name just a few. The Cars were a seminal rock outfit that defined the glory days of MTV while putting out some of the most cleverly written, accessible hits of the 1980s. Ric Ocasek died September 15. He was 75.

that range from reggaeton trap (“Banana”) to groovy R&B (“Poquito”) to addictive pop (“Get to Know Me”). And while the album is jam-packed with all-star male guests, including Snoop Dogg, Caetano Veloso, Swae Lee, Alesso, Prince Royce, Chris Marshall and more — leading lady Anitta is the true star of the show. You Anitta more Anitta in your life. 4. Buku Abi, “Don’t Call Me”: Buku Abi’s debut EP is a R&B masterpiece, as the singer explores life as a 21-year-old woman navigating in the world of love, dating, sexual freedom, situationships and more over beats produced by her sister Jaah Kelly. Her album echoes SZA and other women brilliantly leading the pack in alternative R&B, and its proof that there’s more to come from the daughter of embattled singer R. Kelly. 5. Rapsody, “Eve”: 2019 was a great year for female rap, as Megan Thee Stallion, City Girls, Kash Doll, Saweetie and more reached new heights at a time that vets in the game like Missy Elliott, Lil Kim, Trina and Yo-Yo put out new music. And then there’s Rapsody. Her epic “Eve” album not only is the best female rap album of the year, it’s simply the best rap album of the year. Her smart and skilled rhymes flow throughout the well-produced album, as each song is named after an iconic woman, from Nina Simone to Oprah Winfrey and Michelle Obama. After this album, someone needs to make a song called “Rapsody.” 6. Yola, “Walking Through Fire”: Yola’s immense voice is so strong and soothing that it can’t do anything but put a smile in your face. Paired with production from

4.“bad guy” by Billie Eilish — Eilish was New Artist of the Year and Favorite alternative rock artist at the AMAs 5.“Wow” by Post Malone — Malone’s album “Hollywood’s Bleeding” features “Wow” and was named Favorite rap/hip-hop album at the AMAs. 6.“Happier” by Marshmello and Bastille — Uber DJ Marshmello took the AMA for Favorite electronic dance music artist 7.“7 Rings” by Ariana Grande — From the singer’s fifth studio album, the song debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and featured an interpolation of “My Favorite Things” by Rodgers and Hammerstein 8.“Talk” by Khalid — Khalid was Favorite Pop/Rock male artist at the AMAs and “Talk” was Favorite Soul/ R&B song. 9.“Sicko Mode” by Travis Scott — A single from Scott’s album, “Astroworld” was the rapper’s first Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit. 10.“Sucker” by Jonas Brothers — The first single by the trio in six years debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and surpassed 500 million global streams in 2019.

Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach, this English singer is a powerhouse on her country-soul debut, “Walking Through Fire.” And that’s just it — the album is pure fire. 7. Ariana Grande, “Thank U, Next”: It’s probably not possible for Ariana Grande to make a bad album. All of her records, including her fifth release, “Thank U, Next,” are a perfect blend of radio-ready pop and R&B, and the songs are anchored by Grande’s booming voice and relatable lyrics. Thank you, Ariana, but when’s that next album coming out? 8. Khalid, “Free Spirit”: Select any song on Khalid’s sophomore album and you’ll hear a hit. 9. Pink Sweat$, “Volume 2”: The Philadelphia-born musician, who has crafted songs for country duo Florida Georgia Line and rapper-singer Tierra Whack, is delightful on “Volume 2,” a set of acoustic, guitar-friendly R&B tracks that must be replayed over and over again. 10. James Blake, “Assume Form”: After years of being the go-to-guy for help on your album, with big-names like Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar and Travis Scott requesting his services, James Blake calls in the favor on “Assume Form,” and it was a smart move. Blake was already an amazing musician before this album, but opening his studio door to hip-hop producer Metro Boomin, co-producer Dominic Maker and engineer Nathan Boddy only maximized his downbeat electronic sound, with songs like “Mile High,” “Can’t Believe the Way We Flow,” “Barefoot In the Park” with Rosalía and “Into the Red” sounding both contemporary and classic.

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

Review: ‘Rise of Skywalker’ is a sour end to a grand saga The Associated Press Not much has caused a disturbance in the “Star Wars” galaxy quite like Rian Johnson’s “The Last Jedi,” an erratic but electric movie that, regardless of how you felt about it, was something worth arguing about. The same can’t be said for J. J. Abrams’ “Rise of Skywalker,” a scattershot, impatiently paced, fan-servicing finale that repurposes so much of what came before that it feels as though someone searching for the hyperspace button accidentally pressed the spin cycle instead. A laundry list of plot points cluster like an asteroid field in “Rise of Skywalker.” It’s a spirited, hectic and ultimately forgettable conclusion of the Skywalker saga begun 42 years ago by George Lucas. It was also surely a lot to ask for. Abrams, having already ably and nimbly resuscitated Lucas’ space opera with the far less cluttered “The Force Awakens,” was brought back (like seemingly everyone is in “Star Wars,” dead or alive) with the task of not only wrapping up a trilogy but repairing the divides stirred up by “The Last Jedi” and stabilizing the franchise’s revolving door of directors. Abrams here took over for the jettisoned Colin Trevorrow,

who retains a “story by” credit. More significantly, “The Last Jedi” had to solve the underlying existential crisis in “Star Wars,” a franchise in search of a reason beyond nostalgia (and, cough, billions of dollars) for continuing. The film, for sure, tries its damnedest to come up with something. It is one busy, hardworking movie. But if anything has been proven by the many attempts to rekindle the magic of the original trilogy, it’s that Lucas’ cosmic amalgamation of Flash Gordon and Akira Kurosawa isn’t so easily refabricated. As the trilogy’s third act, “Rise of Skywalker” takes the general shape of “Return of the Jedi,” even resuscitating its villain: Emperor Palpatine (the very spooky Ian McDiarmid, now mostly a shadowy heap of CGI). He was last seen exploding in a Death Star air shaft, thrown to his apparent death by Darth Vader. Yet as “Star Wars,” the most forever war there is, marches into its fifth decade, the undying demands of a pop culture phenomenon and corporate revenue generator has led to some unsettling resurrections. This third “Star Wars” trilogy began with a plan: the first movie would belong to Han (Harrison Ford), the second to Luke (Mark Hamill) and the third to Leia

(Carrie Fisher). Life interfered. Fisher, who along with Ford did more to enliven the original trilogy than any special effect, died of a heart attack in 2016. But she, too, has been brought back for “Rise of the Jedi,” via bits and pieces of old footage. For an actress of such live-wire verve, the composite result — a handful of brief lines and gazes — is a hollow non-performance. Palpatine, residing in a dark Sith lair, essentially sets the table. He summons Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) with an order to “kill the girl” (Daisy Ridley’s Rey) and thereby inherit the throne. With the wave of his hand, Palpatine unearths an entire fleet of Star Destroyers. They rise from the depths, a new armada of doom for the First Order. But this is only a piece of the movie’s manic start. Abrams, who penned the screenplay with Chris Terrio (“Argo,” “Justice League”), races to catch up with the many characters of the Resistance, among them Leia, Finn (John Boyega), Poe (Oscar Isaac), Rose (Kelly Marie Tran), Chewbacca (Joonas Suotamo) and C-3PO (Anthony Daniels). From the start, there’s a rush to speed through a complex plot that sends a crowded Millennium Falcon in search of the hidden Sith base,

a quest that includes a series of MacGuffins including — like a relic from a more earthbound adventure — a secret-wielding dagger. “Star Wars” has never lacked for velocity but the pace here is schizophrenic. The movie can’t sit still. Everyone’s yelling and most of the bits of humor along the way are too blandly inserted. (C-3PO, at least, is in fine form.) Part of the rush, it seems, is to dismantle some of Johnson’s groundwork and refocus the spine of the story on Rey’s destiny and her complicated relationship with Ren. Whether that’s a gesture to the toxic fandom unleashed by “Last Jedi” or not, some characters suffer for it, most notably Rose. She was the highlight of “The Last Jedi,” which stirringly realigned the traditional power dynamics of “Star Wars.” But she’s regrettably sidelined for much of the action this time. Some of the tropes that Johnson deconstructed have been reassembled. Poe, the Han Solo heir apparent, is again central. New worlds bring new friends — a Stormtrooper-turned-rebel played by Naomi Ackie; an old rival of Poe’s named Zorii Bliss (Keri Russell); a cute Muppet-like creature named Babu Frik — and old (Billy Dee Williams’ Lando). Many of them make a good impression but the encounters proceed predictably. To go too much into the narrative of “Rise of Skywalker” isn’t necessary and, besides, I’m not totally sure I could explain it all, anyway. That, in itself, is one of the movie’s most disappointing

C3 aspects: It’s trying too hard. What the streaming spinoff “The Mandalorian” has proven (besides that people will go absolutely gaga over infant Jedi Masters) is that simplicity of story line pays in “Star Wars,” just as it does in westerns. “Rise of Skywalker” aims for the brilliant parallel action of “Return of the Jedi” but ends up with mounted horse-like creatures charging on the wing of a Star Destroyer. Somewhere, Jar Jar Binks is celebrating. He might not be the most misplaced thing in the galaxy far, far away, after all. But even if “Rise of Skywalker” has its fair share of missteps, it gets some things right. The grief of a Wookie, for one. Kylo’s new black helmet, laced with bloodred cracks, for another. A lightsaber fight amid the sea-strewn rubble of a Death Star swells with watery grandeur. And most of all, the anguished Rey-Ren duel finally takes on the mythical dimensions of earlier “Star Wars” tugs between good and evil. Yet for a movie predicated on satisfying fans, “The Rise of Skywalker” is a distinctly unsatisfying conclusion to what had been an imperfect but mostly good few films. But hope springs eternal among “Star Wars” fans. Some will likely emerge from this latest installment paraphrasing Leia: “Help us, Baby Yoda. You’re our only hope.” “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” a Walt Disney Co. release, is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association of America for sci-fi violence and action. Running time: 142 minutes. Two stars out of four.

TAKE NOTICE CUMBERLAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 19sp1582 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JOHN ANDREW JOHNSON AND EUGENIA HALES JOHNSON DATED DECEMBER 18, 1999 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 5212 AT PAGE 351 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority con-

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 19SP1515 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY LETTICE A. MCBEAN AND AUBREY MCBEAN DATED OCTOBER 27, 2004 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 6706 AT PAGE 669 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee

19 SP 1505 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Justin L. Goff and Stephanie Alvarez to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated April 24, 2013 and recorded on April 29, 2013 in Book 09173 at Page 0680, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash

19 SP 1510 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Anthony O. Okobi, Jr. and Ann W. Okobi to Fidelity National Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), which was dated November 17, 2017 and recorded on November 20, 2017 in Book 10207 at Page 0576, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland

19 SP 1502 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Clayton O. Burriss, Jr. and Brenda S. Burriss to David B. Craig, Trustee(s), which was dated October 9, 2007 and recorded on November 1, 2007 in Book 7736 at Page 0870, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at

tained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:30AM on January 6, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed John Andrew Johnson and Eugenia Hales Johnson, dated December 18, 1999 to secure the original principal amount of $45,440.00, and recorded in Book 5212 at Page 351 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

Fayetteville, NC 28301 Tax Parcel ID: 0437-94-8126 Present Record Owners: Eugenia Hales Johnson And Being more commonly known as: 507 Minor St, Fayetteville, NC 28301 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Eugenia Hales Johnson.

are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 16, 2019.

507 Minor St,

will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:30AM on January 6, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Lettice A. McBean and Aubrey McBean, dated October 27, 2004 to secure the original principal amount of $31,255.00, and recorded in Book 6706 at Page 669 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 400 Durant Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304 Tax Parcel ID: 0406-98-1924Present Record Owners: Lettice A. Mc-

Bean and Aubrey McBean And Being more commonly known as: 400 Durant Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Lettice A. McBean and Aubrey McBean. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated

with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord,

to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 16, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 19-108006

the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit:

Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28314-6538.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. 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.

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ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED INORNEARTHECITYOFFAYETTEVILLE,SEVENTY-FIRST TOWNSHIP,CUMBERLANDCOUNTY,NORTHCAROLINA AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: SEVENTY-FIRST LAND COUNTY

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BEING ALL OF LOT 873 AS SHOWN ON A PLAT ENTITLED “MIDDLE CREEK, SECTION NINE” DULY RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 81, PAGE 7 CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 685 Daharan

County, North Carolina, to wit: THE LAND REFERRED TO HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND, CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING ALL OF LOT 230 IN A SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS PONDEROSA, SECTION 23, ACCORDING TO A PLAT OF THE SAME DULY RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 39, PAGE 68, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA REGISTRY. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO JOHN THOMAS REEVES AND WIFE, JUANITA REEVES BY DEED DATED MARCH 8, 1979, IN RECORDED IN BOOK 272, PAGE 348, IN THE OFFICE OF THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA REGISTRY. FURTHER BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., BY SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S DEED DATED MAY 26, 2016 AND OF RECORD IN BOOK 9870, PAGE 682 IN THE OFFICE OF THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS.

the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: The land referred to in this policy is situated in the State of NC, County of CUMBERLAND, City of FAYETTEVILLE and described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the City of Fayetteville, Cross Creek Township, Cumberland County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 15, Forest Hills Subdivision, as recorded in Book 24, Page 69, Cumberland County, North Carolina, Registry. A Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 2026 Forest Hills Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Stephanie Alvarez.

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THIS BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO ANTHONY O. OKOBI, JR., AND WIFE ANN W. OKOBI FROM ANTHONY O. OKOBI, JR. MARRIED IN A DEED DATED SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 AND RECORDED SEPTEMBER 8, 2017, IN BOOK 10164 PAGE 279. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 949 Rancho Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28303. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or

(5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Clayton O. Burriss Jr. An Order for possession of the property may be issued

Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107

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safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Anthony O. Okobi, Jr., and wife Ann W. Okobi. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to

the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-17028-FC01

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TAKE NOTICE CUMBERLAND 19 SP 1520 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jeremy M. Posner and Paulette Posner a/k/a Paulette R. Posner to, Trustee(s), which was dated December 10, 2007 and recorded on December 27, 2007 in Book 7775 at Page 0048, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be fore-

19 SP 1521 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

closed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND AND STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOT NO. 3 IN WYNNCREST PHASE THREE PLAT BK 111, PG 74. BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN A DEED DATED 09/12/2007 AND RECORDED 09/18/2007, AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF THE COUNTY AND STATE SET FORTH ABOVE, IN DEED VOLUME 7701 AND PAGE 674 AND.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 115 Wynncrest Ln, Fayetteville, NC 28303. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Jeremy M. Posner

erty conveyed to Wesley R Matthews and Herbert Wilmer Autry by a deed dated July 27, 1995 recorded in Book 4350, page 791, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Aaron McKibbin a/k/a Aaron Jon McKibbin and Tuyethoa Dang to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), which was dated January 8, 2009 and recorded on January 8, 2009 in Book 08049 at Page 0217, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at an existing 1/2 inch pin located at the

most northeast corner of Lot No. 17 of the J. Abner Hubbard property recorded in Plat Book 57 Page 2, thence an extension of Lot No. 17’s northern line South 83 degrees 14 minutes East 1,545.42 feet to a set 1 inch PVC pipe located on the western bank of the South River; thence a continuation of the same line South 83 degrees 14 minutes East 30.0 feet to the run of the river; thence a chord bearing down river South 10 degrees 25 minutes West 330.73 feet to a point in the run of the river; (actual property line being the run of the river) thence a new line North 83 degrees 14 minutes West 700.38 feet to a set 1/2 inch iron pin; thence a continuation of same line North 83 degrees 14 minutes West 1283.16 feet to a point near the center of soil road SR 1846; thence North 06 degrees 47 minutes East 30.00 feet to the southwest corner of Lot 15 of the aforementioned Hubbard property thence with said lot’s southern line South 83 degrees 13 minutes East 429.00 feet to the southeast corner of said Lot No.15;thencewiththeeasternlineofLots15,16and17North 06 degrees 47 minutes East 300.16 feet TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, containing 12.15 acres and being a portion of Tract Three of the lands conveyed to J. Abner Hubbard by deed recorded in Book 3000, Page 405, of the Cumberland County Registry. And being described according to a description prepared by Michael Tate, Registered Land surveyor, dated January 28, 1985. And being the same prop-

19 SP 1500 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

8, 2020 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit:

NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY

NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Fernando O. Sanchez and Nicole Sanchez to National Title Network, Trustee(s), which was dated June 3, 2009 and recorded on June 10, 2009 in Book 08172 at Page 0681, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

BEING ALL OF LOT 2 IN A SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS FAIRWAY FOREST EAST AND THE SAME BEING DULY RECORDED IN BOOK 89, PAGE 113, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1300 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Charles F. Johnson aka Charles Franklin Johnson, (Charles F. Johnson aka Charles Franklin Johnson, Deceased) (Heirs of Charles F. Johnson aka Charles Franklin Johnson: Derrick L. Johnson and Unknown Heirs of Charles F. Johnson aka Charles Franklin Johnson) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Charles F. Johnson) to Allan B. Polunsky, Trustee(s), dated the 15th day of August, 2011, and recorded in Book 08704, Page 0559, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1560 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Tine Denise McFadden to Jeff Dunham, Trustee(s), dated the 18th day of October, 2006, and recorded in Book 7400, Page 312, and Re-recorded in Book 7447, Page 840, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on January 6, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 988 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Carlos Mario Moreno and Rashanda L. Moreno to H. Terry Hutchens, Esquire Hutchens, Senter & Britton, PA, Trustee(s), dated the 15th day of July, 2016, and recorded in Book 9902, Page 0334, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on December 30, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Rockfish, in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina,

safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Aaron McKibbin and wife, Tuyethoa Dang. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for

request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587

Said property is commonly known as 5501 Heather Street, Hope Mills, NC 28348. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of

designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on January 6, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 106 in a subdivision known as Southgate Village, Section Two, Part Two and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 60, Page 65, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6817 Sugarbin Lane, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

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 prior 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.

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 termi-

nation. 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

ance “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 prior 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

the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1542

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Mohamed Mahmoud and Rebecca Mahmoud to Christopher Salyer, Trustee(s), dated the 20th day of January, 2006, and recorded in Book 7127, Page 210, and Modification in Book 8921, Page 56, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at

THE PROPERTY HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY WAS ACQUIRED BY GRANTOR BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED IN BOOK 4732, PAGE 678 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1528

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James H. Christopher, III, (James H. Christopher, III, deceased)(Heirs of James H. Christopher, III: James H. Christopher, Jr., Barbara J. Christopher and Unknown Heirs of James H. Christopher, III) to Tom Wood, Trustee(s), dated the 23rd day of July, 2018, and recorded in Book 10348, Page 0155, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location

Also included herewith is that certain 1991 Titan manufactured home bearing serial number 4911345109A-B, which is permanently affixed to the real property described above (see Declaration of Intent recorded January 9, 2009, in Book 8050 at Page 49). Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 7255 Fishtail Rd, Stedman, NC 28391. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or

and wife, Paulette R. Posner.

12:00 PM on December 30, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot No. Five (5), Block “B”, in a subdivision known as LAKE VALLEY, per plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 32, Page 24, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 5120 Lake Valley Drive, Fayetteville, 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 agree-

of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on December 30, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Unit 4, Bldg. 7 in a subdivision known as Karen Lake Condominiums, Phase Four, and the same being duly recorded in Condo Book 5, Page 1, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Including the Unit located thereon; said Unit being located at 1857-1 Sardonyx Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel ID Number: 0418-68-0759-104 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 convey-

being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 14-16, in a subdivision known as PROPERTY SARGENT ROSS, and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 13, Page 78, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 211 Waddell Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel

Identification

No.:

0428-58-5529

and being more particularly described as follows: Real property in the City of HOPE MILLS, Township of ROCKFISH, County of CUMBERLAND, State of North Carolina, described as follows: BEING ALL OF LOT 37 AS SHOWN ON A PLAT ENTITLED “ROSLIN FARMS, SECTION ONE, PART TWO” DULY RECORDEDINPLATBOOK118,PAGES12&amp;13,CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA REGISTRY. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6529 Valley Falls Road, Hope Mills, North Carolina. Being all of that certain property conveyed to CARLOS MARIO MORENO and wife, Rashanda L. Moreno from CHRIS S. HISLER and wife, CHRISTINA L. HISLER, by deed dated 08/22/2014 and recorded 08/22/2014 in Book 09494 Page 0269 of official records. APN

0422-10-0020-

Commonly known as: 6529 VALLEY FALLS RD, HOPE MILLS, NC 28348 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 45-21.23.

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 prior 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.

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 prior 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 no-

File No.: 19-15980-FC01

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1288617 (FC.FAY)

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1287716 (FC.FAY)

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1284397 (FC.FAY)

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1281300 (FC.FAY)

tice 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1278340 (FC.FAY)

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

TAKE NOTICE CUMBERLAND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1487 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Steven W. Belt, (Steven W. Belt, deceased)(Heirs of Steven W. Belt: Sharon Owens Belt, John Lindsey Belt and Unknown Heirs of Steven W. Belt) to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), dated the 11th day of November, 2013, and recorded in Book 09330, Page 0680, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1490 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Peggy J. Ammons aka Peggy J. Kaser and Tommy E. Ammons (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Peggy J. Kaser) to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 17th day of November, 2015, and recorded in Book 09760, Page 0093, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on January 6, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1240 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Breahana L. Troy to Jennifer K. Fincher, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of April, 2015, and recorded in Book 09635, Page 0742, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on December 30, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Tract One: PIN: 9487-05-8681

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1253 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Mitchelle Devon Lloyd and Joyce Marie Munn-Lloyd to Laurel A. Meyer, Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of January, 2017, and recorded in Book 10026, Page 0862, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1245 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Keith L. Kurzeja and Judy Kurzeja (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Keith L. Kurzeja) to W. J. Kellam Jr., Attorney, Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of October, 2003, and recorded in Book 6327, Page 508, in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the cus-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1206 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Stanley Skowron aka Stanislaw Skowron and Arlene Skowron, (Stanley Skowron aka Stanislaw Skowron and Arlene Mary Skowron aka Arlene B. Skowron aka Arlene Skowron, both deceased)(Heirs of Arlene Mary Skowron aka Arlene B. Skowron aka Arlene Skowron: Mitchell Skowron aka Mitchell Stanley Skowron, Michele Skowron Bell aka Michele M. Bell, Marlene Skowron Chandler aka Marlene S. Chandler and Unknown Heirs of Arlene Mary Skowron aka Arlene B. Skowron aka Arlene Skowron) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Arlene Mary Skowron) to Goshen, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 12th day of February, 2010, and recorded in Book 08340, Page 0588, in Cumberland 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 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION DAVIDSON COUNTY 19SP537 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY KAREN H BROWER DATED APRIL 17, 2007 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1786 AT PAGE 1060 IN THE DAVIDSON COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and fail-

19 SP 159 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Michael Keith Edwards ET UX and Theresa Nicole Edwards to Stewart Title, Trustee(s), which was dated November 26, 2013 and recorded on December 2, 2013 in Book 2126 at Page 956, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 6, 2020 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to wit: All that property situate in the County of Davidson and State of North Carolina described as: BEGINNING at a new iron pin on the line of Paul Curry, said point of beginning being located South 84 degs. 38’20” West 572.96 feet from an existing iron found on the western right of way of New Bowers Road, NCSR #2227;

Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on January 6, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Tax Id Number(s): 9496-73-8941-

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 prior 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 pur-

chase 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 fore-

closure 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1289382 (FC.FAY)

Parcel No. 0424-36-3155-307

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 pur-

suant 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1287826 (FC.FAY)

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Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6800 Woodmark Drive, Fayetteville, 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 rep-

resentation 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 prior 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1284610 (FC.FAY)

sales, at 12:00 PM on December 30, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 3983, as shown on that line agreement between Prestwick Investments LLC, PIN # 0464-865507 DB, 9366 PG 796 and Walter C. Culbreth Life Estate, PIN # 0464-86-4755, DB 9107, PG 747, 1.6020 AC. total, zoned RR 3983 & 4009 Cedar Creek Road, and the same being duly recorded in Plat Book 135, Page 8, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3983 Cedar Creek Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel ID Number: 0464-86-4755 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 prior 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.

tomary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on December 30, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and Being situate in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 17, Water’s Edge Subdivision, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Book of Plats 43, Page 58, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 304 Rangoon Court, Fayetteville, 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 prior 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1280201 (FC.FAY)

Cumberland 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on December 30, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a stake in the southern margin of Palm Circle the Northeast corner of Lot #52 and runs thence South 12 degrees 35 minutes East 114.3 feet to a stake; thence North 68 degrees 34 minutes East 80.9 feet to a stake; thence North 12 degrees 35 minutes West 132.5 feet to a stake in the southern margin of Palm Circle; thence with the southern margin of Palm Circle South 56 degrees 22 minutes West 85.6 feet to the beginning and being all of Lot #53 of LaFayette Village, Section #3 as surveyed by Sol C. Rose, C.E., August, 1952, and recorded in Book of Plats 14, page 49 of the Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 5401 Palm Circle, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1277881 (FC.FAY)

ure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:00AM on January 6, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Davidson County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Karen H Brower, dated April 17, 2007 to secure the original principal amount of $33,000.00, and recorded in Book 1786 at Page 1060 of the Davidson County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 794 Byerly Rd, Lexington, NC 27295 Tax Parcel ID: 14014A0000007

Present Record Owners: Karen H. Brower And Being more commonly known as: 794 Byerly Rd, Lexington, NC 27295 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Karen H. Brower. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the

amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date con-

tained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 16, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 19-107938

Land situated in the Township of Seventy-First in the County of Cumberland in the State of NC BEING all of Lot No. 65, Hickory Grove, Section Two, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 48, Page 70, Cumberland County, North Carolina Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1607 Hickory Ridge Court, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Commonly know as: 1607 Hickory Ridge Ct., Fayetteville, NC 28304

real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Situated in County of Cumberland, State of North Carolina, and described as follows, to-wit: All of that certain lot, tract or parcel of land located in Rockfish Township, Cumberland County, North Carolina, more particularly described as follows: Being all of Unit 7, Building 505, Phase I, Elk Ridge At Southview Condominiums as recorded in Condominium Book 5, Page 75-78, Cumberland County Registry which the ownership interest, privileges, appurtenances, conditions and restrictions and described in the Declaration of Elk Ridge At Southview Condominiums recorded in Book 4787, Page 773, Cumberland County Registry. Including the Unit located thereon; said Unit being located at 505 Meadowland Court, Unit 7, Hope Mills, North Carolina. Being that parcel of land conveyed or assigned to Peggy J. Kaser from owner of record by dated 04/30/2008 and recorded 05/01/2008 in Deed Volume 7876 on Page 631 of the Cumberland County, North Carolina Public Registry.

BEING all of Lot 66, in a Subdivision known as WOODMARK, according to a plat of same duly recorded in Book of Plats 56, Page 5, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Property Address: 6800 Woodmark Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28314. Tract Two: PIN: 9487-05-9657 BEGINNING at an existing iron pipe, the northeast corner of Lot 66, Woodmark, as recorded in Plat Book 56, Page 5, Cumberland County, North Carolina, registry, said existing iron pipe also being an angle point in the rear (southern) line of Lot 91 of Cliffdale West, Section One, as recorded in Plat Book 45, Page 55 and running with said southern line of Lot 91 and beyond with the southern line of Lot 92 South 78 degrees 45 minutes East, 142.73 feet to an existing iron pipe in the northern right-of-way margin of S.R. 1401; thence with said right-of-way margin with a curve to the southwest on a radius of 110.65 feet, an acre distance of 200.54 feet (chord South 49 degrees 29 minutes West, 174.20 feet) to the point of tangency in the eastern line of Lot 66 of Woodmark Subdivision as referenced above; thence with said eastern line of Lot 66 North 03 degrees 04 minutes West, 141.22 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 0.11 acre, more or less, located East of Lot 66, Woodmark. Property

Address:

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thence from the true point and place of beginning with a new line South 06 degs. 14’ 25” West 156.21 feet to a new iron pin; thence South 85 degs, 47’ 00” West, crossing a nail found at the base of a 10’ Cedar at 94.81 feet and continuing 199.96 feet for a total distance of 294.77 feet to an existing iron, Goldie Jean Bowers corner of the line of Smith & Smith, LTD.; thence with the line of Smith & Smith, LTD, described in Deed Book 507, Page 249, Davidson County Registry North 10 degs. 30’ 00” East 152.97 feet to a walnut tree on the line of Paul Curry; thence with Curry’s line North 84 degs. 38’20” East 284.32 feet to the point and place of beginning, containing 1.00 acres, more or less, as shown by survey dated May 6,1998 by S. Todd Leonard, RLS #3378. The above described property is the western portion of the 3.00 acre tract described in Deed Book 726, page 1271, Davidson County Registry. The above tract is conveyed with a perpetual, non-exclusive 30 foot right of way for ingress, egress, and regress and the installation and maintenance of general utilities easement leading from New Bowers Road, NCSR #2227, said right of way and utility easement being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the center of New Bowers Road, NCSR #2227, said point being located North 84 degs. 38’20” East 31.03 feet from an iron on the western right of way of said road; thence with the center of said road South 08 degs 29’00” west 30.90 feet to a point; thence South 84 degs. 38’ 20” West 602.75 feet to a point on the line of the 1.00 acre tract described above; thence North

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The western half of Hopper Road right of way bordering the above two described tracts. See also Resolution No. R2014028 of the City of Fayetteville, recorded in Book 9448, Page 603 of the Cumberland County Public Registry.

06 degs. 14’25” East 30.63 feet to a new iron pin located on the line of Paul Curry; thence with Curry’s line North 84 degs. 38’20” East crossing an existing iron at 572.96 feet and continuing 31.03 feet for a total distance of 603.99 feet to the point and place of beginning and being a 30 foot right ofway and utility easement leading from New Bowers Road, NCSR #2227, to the 1.00 acre described above. Said right of way utility easement being granted to the grantee, his heirs, assigns and successors in title forever; it is further agreed that the right of way contained herein shall be for the common use, appurtenant to and shall run with the property now owned by the parties hereto upon which said right of way and utility easement is located and described above to include the right to place public utilities under, upon and above said right of way and utility easement. The parties do further agree to maintain in good condition and repair said roadway and pay their prorate cost thereof, which obligation shall be binding upon the parties hereto, their respective heirs, successors, purchasers and assigns who may use said roadway. Being the same property conveyed to Michael Keith Edwards et. ux. Theresa Nicole Edwards in deed dated 6/19/06, recorded on 6/19/06 in book 707 Page 1881 in the County of Davidson and State of North Carolina. More commonly known as: 1307 New Bowers Road, Lexington, NC 27292 Parcel id; 0501900000028 and 0501900000028A Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior

conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1307 New Bowers Road, Lexington, NC 27292. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Michael Keith Edwards and wife Theresa Nicole Edwards. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-04358-FC01

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TAKE NOTICE DAVIDSON 19 SP 364 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Phyllis Edwards to Roy E. Kelly, Trustee(s), which was dated February 29, 2008 and recorded on March 4, 2008 in Book 1848 at Page 1622, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina.

at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 6, 2020 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY SITUATED IN THE VILLAGE OF SALEM IN THE COUNTY OF DAVIDSON AND STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: SALEM VILLAGE, UNIT 10, PHASE THREE, CONDOMINIUM BOOK 1, PAGE 14. BEING MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN A DEED DATED 08/28/2001 AND RECORDED 08/29/2001, AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF THE COUNTY AND STATE SET FORTH ABOVE, IN DEED VOLUME 1259 AND PAGE 506.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

19 SP 251 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BEING ALL OF LOT NO. 94, OF MEADOW WOOD SUBDIVISION, SECTION 2 AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 21 AT PAGE 151 IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR DAVIDSON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA.

NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Richard E. Thomas and Laura E. Thomas to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated July 9, 2001 and recorded on July 10, 2001 in Book 1248 at Page 1561 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on November 24, 2010 in Book 1999, Page 566 and rerecorded/ modified/corrected on December 11, 2018 in Book 2340, Page 911, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be fore-

19 SP 523 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Scott Gardner a/k/a Scott D. Gardner to Angela G. Greenberg, Trustee(s), which was dated June 27, 2008 and recorded on July 2, 2008 in Book 1873 at Page 1462 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on February 12, 2019 in Book 2346, Page 1002 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on February 13, 2019 in Book 2346, Page 1324, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the

19 SP 310 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jamie Collins and Robin Brown Collins to Trste, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated August 28, 2006 and recorded on August 28, 2006 in Book 1724 at Page 1778, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 6, 2020 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 19 CVS 1264 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF DAVIDSON U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF11 Master Participation Trust, vs.

Plaintiff,

Jerry L. Hall a/k/a Jerry Lee Hall a/k/a Jerry Lee Lewis Hall; All Lawful Heirs of Lois J. Higgins; William Higgins 0; Lisa Higgins 0; Any Spouse of Lisa Higgins; Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC; Windstream Lexcom Communications, LLC s/b/m Lexcom Telephone Company, Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jeremy B. Wilkins, Commissioner, pursuant to the Order/Judgment entered in the above-captioned case on November 18, 2019 (“Order”), and by virtue of the appointment, power and au-

JOHNSTON IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION JOHNSTON COUNTY 19SP390 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY STEVEN PAUL SCHERBEKOW AND LAURIE ANDERSON SCHERBEKOW DATED OCTOBER 22, 2010 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 3918 AT PAGE 796 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED JUNE 4, 2018 IN BOOK 5160 PAGE 327 IN THE JOHNSTON COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority con-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 10 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Kristie L. Lee (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Kristie Lynn Lee) to S. Vann Sauls, PA, Trustee(s), dated the 31st day of July, 2006, and recorded in Book 3174, Page 577-592, in Johnston 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 Johnston 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 Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on January 7, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Cleveland, in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning in the center of Cleveland Road at a new

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 621 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Samantha Stout and Tim Raper (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Samantha Stout) to James D. Johnson, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 12th day of June, 2018, and recorded in Book 5273, Page 550, in Johnston 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 Johnston 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 Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on January 7, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

Said property is commonly known as 736 Salem St, Unit 10, Thomasville, NC 27360.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 108 Meadowridge Drive, Thomasville, NC 27360. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent

property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 6, 2020 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to wit: Beginning at an iron pipe in the southern right of way line of US HWY 64, said point being the northwest corner of the property of Larry D Gardner (DB 613 PG 103, Davidson County Registry), and running thence with the Gardener Line S 08 deg. 59 min. 10 sec. W 281.83 ft to an iron pipe; thence S 02 deg. 10 min. 18 sec. W 131.79 ft to an iron pipe; thence N 84 deg. 41 min. 04 sec. W 86.67 ft to an iron pipe in the line of Danny Soles (DB 914 Pg. 520); thence with the Soles line the following courses and distances: N 05 deg. 18 min. 24 sec. E 42.58 ft to an iron pipe; N 04 deg. 43 min. 03 sec. W 107.37 ft to an iron pipe; N 02 deg. 17 min. 42 sec. W 227.66 ft to an iron pipe in the southern right of way line of US Hwy 64; thence with said right of way: N 79 deg. 55 min. 15 sec. E 117.50 ft and N 82 deg. 13 min. 34 sec. E 33.95 ft to the point and place of beginning, containing one (1.00) acre, according to a survey by Michael Green Associates, for Scotty Gardner, job #3862, dated 11/09/05.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and

against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. 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.

of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-14966-FC03

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 12766 East Old US Highway 64, Lexington, NC 27292. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the

current owner(s) of the property is/are Scott D. Gardner. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the

and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Jamie Collins and wife, Robin Brown Collins. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return

For back reference see Deeds recorded in Book 831, Page 756 and Book 1159, Page 706, Davidson County Registry.

Tax Identification Number: 11340A00C0037 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 212 Agner Lane, Lexington, NC 27292. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release,

thority contained in that Order, has been authorized and ordered to sell the property commonly known as 406 Wall Street, Lexington, NC 27292 (“Property”). Said Property is secured by the Deed of Trust executed by Jerry L. Hall and Lois J. Higgins, dated May 15, 1996 and recorded on May 15, 1996 in Book 0989 at Page 0069 of the Davidson County, North Carolina Registry. The Property shall be sold together with improvements located thereon, towards satisfaction of the debt due by Jerry L. Hall and Lois J. Higgins, and secured by the lien against such property in favor of U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as Trustee for LSF11 Master Participation Trust. The Commissioner will offer for sale to the highest bidder at a public auction at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 6, 2020 at 11:00AM the following described real property (including all improvements thereon) located in Davidson County, North Carolina and described as follows: BEGINNING at an existing iron located on the west side of Wall Street, common corner of Lots 39 and 40 of Myers Park, Section 3, recorded in Plat Book 5, page 16; thence with the division line of lots 39 and 40 North 86° 36’ 08” west 150.41 feet to an existing iron pipe, common corner of lots 39, 40, 10 and 9; thence with the rear lines of lots 40, 41 and 42 North 03° 34’ 00” East 74.90 feet to an existing iron pipe, common corner to Lots 42, 43, 7 and 6; thence

crossing Lot 43 North 82° 13’ 55” East 151.18 feet to an existing iron pipe, common corner of Lots 43 and 44; thence with the right of way of Wall Street a chord bearing and distance of South 0° 36’ 30” East 29.96 feet, having a radius of 333.10 feat to a point; thence South 03° 34’ 00” West 74.30 feet to the point and place of beginning and being Lots 40, 41, 42, and a portion of Lot 43 of MYERS PARK, SECTION 3, as shown on plat of same recorded in Plat Book 5, page 16, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Davidson County, North Carolina. The above described property will be sold, transferred and conveyed “AS IS, WHERE IS” subject to liens or encumbrances of record which are superior to such Deed of Trust, together with all unpaid taxes and assessments and any recorded releases. Neither the Commissioner nor the holder of the debt secured by such Deed of Trust, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Commissioner or the holder of the debt make any representation of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health, or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such conditions expressly are disclaimed. The Commissioner shall convey title to the property by non-warranty deed, without any covenants or warranties, express or implied. An Order for possession of the property may be issued

pursuant to G.S. 1-339.29 (c) in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the judge or clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the 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. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current record owners of the property as reflected on the records of the DAVIDSON COUNTY Register of Deeds’ office not more than ten (10) days prior to the date hereof are Jerry L. Hall and Wife, Lois J. Higgins. A cash deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchasing price will be required at the time of the sale. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price of bid in cash or certified check at the time the Commissioner tenders a deed for the Property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price of bid at that time, said

bidder shall remain liable on said bid as provided for under North Carolina law. The sale will be reported to the court and will remain open for advance or upset bids for a period of ten (10) days as required by law. If the Commissioner 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 Commissioner. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Commissioner, in its sole discretion, if it believes 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. JEREMY B. WILKINS, Commissioner 5431 Oleander Drive, Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 202-2800 Phone (888) 207-9353 Facsimile

tained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:00AM on January 7, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Johnston County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Steven Paul Scherbekow and Laurie Anderson Scherbekow, dated October 22, 2010 to secure the original principal amount of $219,993.00, and recorded in Book 3918 at Page 796 of the Johnston County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 297 Oak Alley

Trl, Clayton, NC 27527 Tax Parcel ID: 05I04042K Present Record Owners: Laurie Anderson Scherbekow And Being more commonly known as: 297 Oak Alley Trl, Clayton, NC 27527 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Laurie Anderson Scherbekow. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly

cash the following described property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at an existing iron pipe, the northeast corner of Lot 36 and the northwest corner Lot 37 on the south side of Agner Lane, said iron being located approximately 650 feet from the intersection of Agner Lane and Druid Hills Drive, thence with the south right-of-way of Agner Lane, North 83 deg. 59 min. 59 sec. East, 74.32 feet to an existing iron pipe the northwest corner of Lot 40; thence with the common line of Lots 39 & 40, South 06 degs. 27 min. 34 sec. East, 150.01 feet to an existing iron pipe, the common corners of Lots 39 & 40; thence South 84 deg. 00 min. 00 sec. West, 75.07 feet to an existing iron pipe the common corner of Lots 36 & 37; thence with the common line of Lots 36 & 37, North 06 deg. 10 min. 17 sec. West, 150.01 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing 0.257 acres and being all of Lots 37, 38, & 39, Block C, Druid Hills Subdivision, as recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 11, of the Davidson County Registry, according to a survey by Philip Hedrick dated October 13, 1992.

corner in said road, and runs as C L Higgins’ line North 45 degrees 10 minutes East 220 feet to a center post, a new corner; thence as C L Higgins; line South 41 degrees 37 minutes East 100 feet to a new corner with Lot #2; thence as the line of Lot #2 South 45 degrees 10 minutes West 220 feet to the center of said Celveland Road, a corner of Lot #2; thence as said road North 41 degrees 37 minutes West 100 feet to the beginning. Containing one half acre, more or less and being Lot #1 as shown on a map of a portion of the C L Higgins and Mina J Higgins Property located about two miles north of Cleveland School in Cleveland Township, Johnston County. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 10728 Cleveland Road, Garner, North Carolina. Parcel # Assessor’s Parcel # 163606-37-7667

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Being all of Tract 2, 2.00 acres, more or less, according to a map entitled, “Property of BSMPW, LLC”, dated 0103-2013, drafted by W. Stanton Massengill, PLS, Meadow Township, Johnston County, North Carolina, revised 0105-2013 and 01-10-2013, and recorded in Plat Book 78, Page 146, Johnston County Registry. Together with the 50’ Access and Utility Easement which is appurtenant to Tract 2. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 8072 Harper House Road, Newton Grove, 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 rep-

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

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

relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior 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

more particularly described as follows: All that ce1iain lot or parcel of land situated in the City of Kenly, Beulah Township, Johnston County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a stake a new corner in the northern edge of State Highway No. 301 160 feet from the eastern front corner of the Woman’s Club Lot in the Town of Kenly, North Carolina and runs thence in an easterly direction along and with the nmihern edge of the right-of-way of State Highway No. 301 fifty (50) feet to a stake in the edge of M.C. and Sallie Blue or M.S. Revell property; thence at right angles with said State Highway 301 and in a n01iherly direction one hundred fifty (150) feet to a stake, a corner; thence parallel with the first line herein fifty (50) feet in a westerly direction to a stake, a new corner in Milchie Blue

line; thence parallel with the second line herein in a southerly direction to a stake in the edge of State Highway 301 at the POINT OF BEGINNING and being a lot fronting fifty feet on State Highway 301 at the POINT OF BEGINNING and being a lot fronting fifty feet on State Highway 301 in the Town of Kenly extending back 150 feet and being bounded on the west by lands of M.C, and Sallie Blue or the Revell Lands and being a part of the lands conveyed to Milchie Blue and wife by W.H. Godwin and conveyed to W.H. Godwin by W.G. Bullock and wife, Ruth Revell Bullock and known as a part of the John T. Revell Estate. Property Address - 203 Church Street, Kenly, North Carolina 27542 Parcel Number: 03005016 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 ce1iified 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 25th day of November, 2019.

North Carolina.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jacob Lee Whitehead and Kristy Jones Whitehead (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Jacob L. Whitehead) to Hutchens, Senter, Kellam & Pettit, PA, d/b/a Hutchens Law Firm, Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of December, 2017, and recorded in Book 2577, Page 3429, in Randolph 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 Randolph 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 Asheboro, Randolph County, North Carolina, or the cus-

tomary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on December 31, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Randolph, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a new iron rod in the Lonnie King Estate line, said iron rod being located North 37 degrees 47 minutes West 530.74 from an existing iron pin at post; running thence from said beginning corner along a new line North 04 degrees 38 minutes East 713.59 feet to a nail and cap in the center line of Secondary Road # 1 127; thence along the center line of said road the following courses and distances; South 81 degrees 23 minutes West 100.34 feet; South 84 degrees 28 minutes West 70.72 feet; South 88 degrees 36 minutes West 83.22 feet; South 86 degrees 34 minutes East 67.32 feet; and South 82 degrees 02 minutes West 84.51 feet to a nail and cap in the center of said road; thence along a new line South 08 degrees 58 minutes east passing an iron rod at 31.69 feet, a total of 702.45 feet to a new iron rod in the Lonnie King Estate line; thence along said line South 87 degrees 47 minutes East 237.17 feet to a new iron rod, the place and point of Beginning, containing 5.056 acres, more or less, and being according to an unrecorded survey by Roger Clarence Cagle, Registered Surveyor, June 8, 1976. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1849 Burney Road, Asheboro,

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 prior 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 no-

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of Randolph, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Asheboro Township, Randolph County, North Carolina.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Evelyn T. Bunting and Rebecca A. Chi (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Evelyn Bunting) to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of September, 2003, and recorded in Book 1836, Page 3274, and Re-recorded in Book 1842, Page 2535, in Randolph 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 Randolph 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 Asheboro, Randolph County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on December 31, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Asheboro, in the County

BEING ALL of Lot Nos. 161, 162, 163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169 and 170 of the Parrish-Ross Lands as shown by plat recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 47, Randolph County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at Lot 161, Lot 162, Lot 163, Lot 164, Lot 168, Lot 169 and Lot 170 Ridgeway Drive and Lot 165, Lot 166 and Lot 167 (855 Ridgeway Drive), Asheboro, North Carolina.

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

19 SP 346 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

7, 2020 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Randolph County, North Carolina, to wit:

DEED.

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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. 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.

JOHNSTON NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 510 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Tanesia L. Minor to Bradley D. Dinkel of Wake County, Trustee(s), dated the 12th day of August, 2016, and recorded in Book 4813, Page 480, and Modification in Book 4942, Page 690, and Modification in Book 5085, Page 636, and Modification in Book 5222, Page 974, in Johnston 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 Johnston 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 Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the cus-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 638 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jeffrey A. Johnson and Ranelle S. Johnson, (Jeffrey A. Johnson, deceased) (Heirs of Jeffrey A. Johnson: Jenna Rhea Johnson, Jessica Leigh Johnson, Jordyn Kimberley Johnson, and Unknown Heirs of Jeffrey A. Johnson) to Harold T. Keen, Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of January, 2008, and recorded in Book 3487, Page 816, in Johnston 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 Johnston 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 Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on January 7, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston,

File No.: 19 CVS 2021 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in a judgment bearing the caption “U.S. Bank is a National Bank, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Trustee For The CIM Trust 2017-8 Mortgage Backed Notes, Series 2017-8 vs. Betty Joyner, Spouse of Betty Joyner, and Substitute Trustee Services, Inc., Johnston County, and pursuant to the terms of the judgment, the undersigned Commissioner will offer for sale that ce1iain prope1iy as described below. Said sale will be held in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, Nmih Carolina at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, the ih day of January, 2020 at the courthouse door, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situate in the County of Johnston North Carolina, and being

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NORTH CAROLINA, RANDOLPH COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Floyd E. Lyons and Mary E. Lyons to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated November 7, 2012 and recorded on November 7, 2012 in Book RE2310 at Page 898, Randolph County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January

tomary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on January 7, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 42, Rose Manor Park Subdivision, as shown on map thereof recorded in Plat Book 13, Page 191, Johnston County Registry, to which map reference is hereby made for a more particular description of same. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 213 Maple Circle, Smithfield, North Carolina.

North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 3 of the Annie M. Johnson Division as shown on that plat recorded in Plat Book 54, Page 347, Johnston County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 440 Creek Bridge Road, Four Oaks, North Carolina.

Said property is commonly known as 1230 Pine Hill Road, Asheboro, NC 27205.

described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Randolph County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Christopher C Myers, dated June 10, 2005 to secure the original principal amount of $56,500.00, and recorded in Book RE1924 at Page 2757 of the Randolph County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

Clayton Myers.

BEING ALL of Lot 1, containing .922 acres, according to “Redivision Plat for CES Investments, LLC” and recorded in Plat Book 106, Page 41, in the office of the Register of Deeds of Randolph County, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1284791 (FC.FAY)

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street

Case No: 1279459 (FC.FAY)

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com

PUBLICATION DATES: December 25, 2019 and January 1, 2020

Susan R. Benoit, Commissioner Post Office Box 2505 Fayetteville, NC 28302 (910) 864-6888

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1281417 (FC.FAY)

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION RANDOLPH COUNTY 19SP347 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CHRISTOPHER C MYERS DATED JUNE 10, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK RE1924 AT PAGE 2757 IN THE RANDOLPH COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1287560 (FC.FAY)

Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 2:00PM on January 2, 2020 the following

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 435 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Peggy C. Porter and Hubert E. Porter, (Peggy C. Porter, deceased) to Kirk Smith, Trustee(s), dated the 31st day of January, 2007, and recorded in Book RE2011, Page 368, and Modification in Book 2458, Page 109, and Modification in Book 2240, Page 813, in Randolph 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 Randolph 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 Asheboro, Randolph County, North Carolina, or the customary

Address of property: 316 Hazel Ave, Archdale, NC 27263 Tax Parcel ID: 7718479033 Present Record Owners: Christopher Clayton Myers And Being more commonly known as: 316 Hazel Ave, Archdale, NC 27263 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Christopher

location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on December 31, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Randolph, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being Lot No. 7, Property of S&H Developers, Plat Book 29, Page 55, Randolph County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3051 Builders Drive, Thomasville, North Carolina. Parcel ID Number: 6796218056 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 prior 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 pri-

outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

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SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 11, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216

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or 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1259644 (FC.FAY)

North State Journal for Wednesday, December 25, 2019

TAKE NOTICE RANDOLPH NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 340 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Maxine Y. Benson, (Maxine Y. Benson, deceased) (Heirs of Maxine Y. Benson: William Clarence York, James Clifford York, Astor McClain York, Sr., Mary Martin, Ina Y. Coward, Frances Pauline Y. Wright, Mabel Y. Blair, and Unknown Heirs of Maxine Y. Benson)(William Clarence York, deceased)(Heirs of William Clarence York: Jane Elizabeth York Jordan, Barry Franklin York, Rodney York, and Unknown Heirs of William Clarence York)(Rodney York, deceased)(Heirs of Rodney York: June Higgins and Unknown Heirs of Rodney York)(James Clifford York, deceased)(Heirs of James Clifford York: Priscilla Dunn and Unknown Heirs of James Clifford York)(Astor McClain York, Sr., deceased) (Heirs of Astor McClain York, Sr: Edward York, Jo Suzanne York, Astor McClain York, Jr., and Uknown Heirs of Astor McClain York, Sr.)(Edward York, deceased)(Heirs of Edward York: Pam Churchill York, Jennifer York, and Unknown Heirs of Edward York) (Jo Suzanne York, deceased)(Heirs of Jo Suzanne York: Unknown Heirs of Jo Suzanne York)(Mary Martin, deceased)(Heirs of Mary Martin: James Martin, Teresa M. Simmons, and Uknown Heirs of Mary Martin)(Ina Y. Coward, deceased)(Heirs of Ina Y. Coward: Brenda C. Grose and Unknown Heirs of Ina Y. Coward)(Frances Pauline Y. Wright, deceased)(Heirs of Frances Pauline Y. Wright:

19 SP 338 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, RANDOLPH COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Charles T. Schaefer and Stacy L. Schaefer to Fidelity National Title Insurance Co. of New York, Trustee(s), which was dated November 23, 2005 and recorded on December 1, 2005 in Book RE1949 at Page 2459, Randolph County Registry, North Carolina.

Melissa W. Schwent, James Wright, and Unknown Heirs of Frances Pauline Y. Wright)(James Wright, deceased)(Heirs of James Wright: Unknown Heirs of James Wright)(Mabel Y. Blair, deceased)(Heirs of Mabel Y. Blair: John Doyle Carlisle, Debra McMahan and Unknown Heirs of Mabel Y. Blair) to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), dated the 2nd day of July, 2007, and recorded in Book RE2039, Page 720, in Randolph 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 Randolph 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 Asheboro, Randolph County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on December 31, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Randolph, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Franklinville Township, Randolph County, North Carolina: BEING ALL of Lots Nos. 8, 9 and 10 of the T.A. Wrenn Subdivision as shown by plat recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 299, Randolph County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3113 Cedar Falls Road, Franklinville, North Carolina. There is excepted from the above described parcel a tract containing 0.81 acres conveyed to Virginia

at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Randolph County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF LOT No. 22 of Evergreen Acres, Section 3, a map or plat of which is duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Randolph County, North Carolina in Plat Book 28 at Page 33 to which reference is hereby made for a more full and complete description as well as easements applicable thereto. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 3928 Evergreen Drive, Trinity, NC 27370.

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION RANDOLPH COUNTY 19SP128

estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Randolph County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Joann Campbell Payne, dated July 10, 2002 to secure the original principal amount of $55,000.00, and recorded in Book 1773 at Page 10 of the Randolph County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JOANN CAMPBELL PAYNE DATED JULY 10, 2002 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1773 AT PAGE 10 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 16, 2010 AT BOOK 2212, PAGE 1208 IN THE RANDOLPH COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 2:00PM on January 2, 2020 the following described real

STANLY NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 157 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Kathy Harper Whitley (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Kathy Harper Whitley) to B. Bivens, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of March, 2009, and recorded in Book 1273, Page 752, in Stanly 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 Stanly 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 Albemarle, Stanly County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on January 8, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Endy, in the County of Stanly,

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION STANLY COUNTY 19SP118 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY LIZZIE MAE MILLER AND ROGER EUGENE HATHCOCK DATED OCTOBER 2, 2003 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 961 AT PAGE 535 IN THE STANLY COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and hold-

19 SP 156 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, STANLY COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jay S. Harwood and Shelby W. Harwood to Jovetta Woodard and Patricia Robinson, Trustee(s), which was dated April 27, 2006 and recorded on May 23, 2006 in Book 1121 at Page 0815, Stanly County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January

UNION IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION UNION COUNTY 19SP639 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CAROLYN E. NUNEZ DATED MARCH 22, 2013 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 5964 AT PAGE 487 AND CORRECTED BY AFFIDAVIT RECORDED JULY 2, 2018 IN BOOK 7188, PAGE 58 IN THE UNION COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because

Address of property: 5273 Rd, Trinity, NC 27370 Tax Parcel ID: 7718006065 Present Record Owners: James H. Payne, Jr. and Joan V. Payne

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And Being more commonly known as: 5273 Darr Rd, Trinity, NC 27370 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are James H. Payne, Jr. and Joan V. Payne. The property to be offered pursuant to this no-

North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the Endy Township, Stanly County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Lying and being on the west side of North Carolina State Road No. 1253, and beginning at an iron pipe in the right-of-way of said road, said pipe being South 40 degrees 55 minutes West 64.40 feet from the old corner of Edward Calvin Eggleston and Ernest Herrin , Jr. and runs thence a new line, North 71 degrees 17 minutes West 155.52 feet to an iron pipe, a new corner; thence another new line, North 16 degrees 05 minutes East 260.22 feet to an iron pipe, a new corner; thence South 79 degrees 05 minutes East 133.34 feet to an iron pipe in the right-of-way line of North Carolina State Road 1253; thence with the right-of-way line of said road, South 11 degrees 28 minutes West 280.28 feet to the beginning, containing 0.89 acres, more or less, as surveyed by Dent Hall Turner, R.L.S., September 13, 1973, Tax ID: 651704516437. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 24103 Sam Road, Albemarle, North Carolina.

M. Highfill in 1975, by deed recorded in Book 1072, Page 712, Randolph County Registry, and a tract containing 0.084 acres conveyed and recorded in Book 1165, Page 94, Randolph 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 prior 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311

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written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. 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 Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Charles T. Schaefer and Stacy L. Schaefer. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing

tice 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall

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have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 11, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 16-083530

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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

Being the same fee simple property conveyed by General Warranty Deed from Bobby G. Harper, widowed to Kathy Harper Whitley, dated 12/05/2000 recorded on 12/06/2000 in Book 0771, Page 0166 in Stanly County records State of NC.

er of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 12:00PM on January 2, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Stanly County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Lizzie Mae Miller and Roger Eugene Hathcock, dated October 2, 2003 to secure the original principal amount of $27,792.09, and recorded in Book 961 at Page 535 of the Stanly County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 116 Young St, Norwood, NC 28128 Tax Parcel ID: 6563-01-48-9079

Present Record Owners: Lizzie Mae Miller and Roger Eugene Hathcock And Being more commonly known as: 116 Young St, Norwood, NC 28128 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Lizzie Mae Miller and Roger Eugene Hathcock. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments

including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate

the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 10, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 19-106542

8, 2020 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Stanly County, North Carolina, to wit:

non Avenue, Albemarle, NC 28001.

married and Cathy H. Davis, married.

THE FOLLOWING TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, LYING AND BEING IN NORTH ALBEMARLE #1 TOWNSHIP, STANLY COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: BEING ALL OF LOT NO. 2 IN BLOCK “G” AS SHOWN ON A PLAT OF THE MILLERS, INCORPORATED, MOSS SPRINGS ROAD DEVELOPMENT RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGE 64, IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR STANLY COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, TO WHICH PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOT BY METES AND BOUNDS. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1296 East Can-

of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 2:00PM on January 2, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Union County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Carolyn E. Nunez, dated March 22, 2013 to secure the original principal amount of $186,558.00, and recorded in Book 5964 at Page 487 of the Union County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 1609 Erindale Ct, Monroe, NC 28110 Tax Parcel ID: 08129051 Present Record Owners: Carolyn E.

Nunez And Being more commonly known as: 1609 Erindale Ct, Monroe, NC 28110 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Carolyn E. Nunez. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00),

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,

whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1286095 (FC.FAY)

prorated to the effective date of the termination. For additional information, please see Auction.com. The date of this Notice is December 11, 2019. 19-103769 Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107

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TAKE NOTICE UNION 18 SP 519 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, UNION COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Crystal Lynne Harben a/k/a Crystal H. Fuchs to Stacy D. Fulcher, Attorney at Law, Trustee(s), which was dated January 26, 2011 and recorded on February 23, 2011 in Book 05497 at Page 0140 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on October 4, 2018 in Book 06786, Page 0444, Union County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing

16 SP 674 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, UNION COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Christopher Lee Purser and Brandi Elks Purser to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated June 13, 2007 and recorded on June 15, 2007 in Book 4590 at Page 267, Union County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 7, 2020 at 12:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Union

WAKE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION WAKE COUNTY 19SP2092 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CORNELIA J. COLLIER DATED APRIL 25, 2013 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 15262 AT PAGE 1337 IN THE WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because

19 SP 852 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Elsie Womack to Ormond Harriott, Trustee(s), which was dated March 29, 2001 and recorded on April 3, 2001 in Book 8865 at Page 02475, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit:

18 SP 2889 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Nora Thomas to Samuel Weathers, Trustee(s), which was dated March 16, 2004 and recorded on March 17, 2004 in Book 010715 at Page 01809, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake

19 SP 2595 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Terry V. Bunn and Morgan Tew Bunn to Allan B. Polunsky, Trustee(s), which was dated October 13, 2011 and recorded on October 13, 2011 in Book 014497 at Page 00958, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at

19 SP 2682 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Moses Mosi Mutisya to Union Service Corporation, Trustee(s), which was dated August 13, 2010 and recorded on August 13, 2010 in Book 14035 at Page 721, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

19 SP 2529 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Degantus A. Hodges to Becky Medlin, Trustee(s), which was dated November 3, 2011 and recorded on November 7, 2011 in Book 14530 at Page 583, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit:

said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 7, 2020 at 12:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Union County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 3, Block P, in that subdivision known as Beacon Hills, Section III, as same is shown on a plat thereof recorded in Map Book 6 at Page 151, of the Union County, North Carolina Register of Deeds; reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 8405 Beacon Hills Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars

County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 2 of “Minor Subdivision for Richard Lee and Sylvia Purser”, as same is shown on a plat thereof recorded in Plat Cabinet J, File 926, Union County Registry. TOGETHER with an easement 25 feet in width as shown on said plat and taken from Deed Book 408, Page 196, Union County Registry for access to Deese Road. SUBJECT to an 18 foot easement as shown on said map for access to Deese Road reserved by the Grantors for themselves and others. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 499 Deese Road, Monroe, NC 28110. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time

of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:00AM on January 3, 2020 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Wake County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Cornelia J. Collier, dated April 25, 2013 to secure the original principal amount of $193,729.00, and recorded in Book 15262 at Page 1337 of the Wake County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 117 Bluff Ln, Holly Springs, NC 27540 Tax Parcel ID: 0362979

Coffee

($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Crystal H. Fuchs. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Present Record Owners: Cornelia J. Collier

The Estate of

And Being more commonly known as: 117 Coffee Bluff Ln, Holly Springs, NC 27540 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Estate of Cornelia J. Collier. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

dersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Elsie Dunn Womack.

Said property is commonly known as 5524 Dunn Road, Knightdale, NC 27545.

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. 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.

County, North Carolina, to wit:

Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Nora Thomas.

BEING ALL OF LOT(S), 399, PHASE NINE, CHASTAIN SUBDIVISION, RECORDED IN MAP BOOK(S) 2003, PAGE 225, AND RE-RECORDED IN BOOK 2003, PAGES 1007, WAKE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 5834 Finestra Way, Raleigh, NC 27610. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of

the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit:

EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

Said property is commonly known as 6421 Pleasant Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613-1917.

cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit:

EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

Being all of Lot 44 Phase 2 Carriage Heights Subdivision As shown on map recorded in Book of Maps 2007, Pages 2376 through 2378, Wake County Registry

LOT 3 PROPERTY OF A.W. KELLY HEIRS, AS SHOWN ON BOOK OF MAPS 1999, PAGE 268, WAKE COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 934 RIBBONLEAF LN, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE

ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND IN CITY OF GARNER, ST MARYS TOWNSHIP, WAKE COUNTY, STATE OF NC, AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN BOOK 3064 PAGE 724 ID# 113511, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 36 BAINBRIDGE SUBDIVISION, SECTION 3. RECORDED IN BOOK OF MAPS 1982, PAGE 549.

BEING THE SAME FEE SIMPLE PROPERTY CONVEYED BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED FROM ANDERSON HOMES, A DIVISION OF ANDERSON AND ANDERSON, INC., BY VICE PRESIDENT, BY DAVID T. SERVOSS, ASSISTANT SECRETARY TO NATHANIEL HODGES, JR. and DEGANTUS A. HODGES WIFE, DATED 10/22/1982 RECORDED ON 11/19/1982 IN BOOK 3064, PAGE 724 IN WAKE COUNTY RECORDS, STATE OF NC. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 406 Bournemouth Lane, Garner, NC 27529. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent

File No.: 18-21000-FC01

10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 16, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107

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BEGINNING AT AN IRON STAKE IN THE WESTERN RIGHT OF WAY OF THE SMITHFIELD ROAD (N.C.S.R 2233); SAID STAKE BEING LOCATED 27.4 FEET FROM THE CENTER LINE OF SAID ROAD AND BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE ROBERT FAIRLEY PROPERTY, RUNS THENCE AS FAIRLEY’S NORTH LINE SOUTH 57 DEGREES 10 MINUTES WEST 209.30 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE AND SOUTH 76 DEGREES 27 MINUTES WEST 100.3 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE, O’NEAL’S CORNER; THENCE AS O’NEALS NORTH LINE SOUTH 79 DEGREES 47 MINUTES WEST 96 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE; THENCE NORTH 16 DEGREES 42 MINUTES EAST 117.45 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE IN THE JAMES H. WATSON SOUTH LINE; THENCE AS WATSONS’ SOUTH LINE NORTH 72 DEGREES 13 MINUTES EAST 300 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE IN THE RIGHT OF WAY OF STATE ROAD 2233; THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES 01 MINUTE EAST 69.80 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, AND CONTAINING .82 ACRES OF LAND, ACCORDING TO A SURVEY ENTITLED “PROPERTY SURVEY FOR CORINNA DUNN,” MARKS CREEK TOWNSHIP, WAKE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, DATED JANUARY 31, 1970 AND PREPARED BY HAROLD B. MULLEN, REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR.

provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-08788-FC02

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403

2007, may, after receiving the notice of 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. 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.

File No.: 18-07365-FC03

superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

File No.: 19-15324-FC01

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TAKE NOTICE WAKE 19 SP 2297 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Cheryl A. Kennedy to Miller & Shedor, PLLC, Trustee(s), which was dated December 17, 2001 and recorded on December 21, 2001 in Book 009223 at Page 01381, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

19 SP 2431 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit:

NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Tuneka Michelle Murphy to Benita Mitten, Trustee(s), which was dated March 6, 2003 and recorded on March 6, 2003 in Book 009958 at Page 01084, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

19 SP 2034 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY

County, North Carolina, to wit:

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Being all of Lot 508, Chastain Subdivision, Phase 10, as recorded in Book of Maps 2003, Page 1002, Wake County Registry.

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION WAKE COUNTY 19SP2704

er of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:00AM on December 27, 2019 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Wake County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Crystal Kidd and Thomas Kidd, dated July 26, 2017 to secure the original principal amount of $95,747.00, and recorded in Book 16863 at Page 1397 of the Wake County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION WAKE COUNTY 19SP2053 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY QUINTIN MURPHY DATED NOVEMBER 5, 2004 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 11092 AT PAGE 2449 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED MAY 9, 2018 IN BOOK 17121, PAGE 595 IN THE WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will ex-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 2726 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Renee L. White and Christopher White to Allan B. Polunsky, Trustee(s), dated the 5th day of April, 2017, and recorded in Book 016744, Page 01049, 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 Wake County Courthouse door, 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 January 6, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more partic-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1976 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Lisa G. Fisher to The Law Office of Jonathan Richardson, PLLC, Trustee(s), dated the 17th day of October, 2016, and recorded in Book 016570, Page 00334, 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 Wake County Courthouse door, 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 January 6, 2020 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 #1, Jen Mar Acres, Phase I, as

Said property is commonly known as 1424 Country Pond Lane, Willow Springs, NC 27592-9249.

BEING all of Lot 21 of Willow Downs Subdivision, as recorded in Book of Maps 1995, Page 1427, Wake County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for greater certainty of description.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

NOTICE OF SALE

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Keith Williams, Jr. to Shapiro & Ingle., Trustee(s), which was dated May 22, 2009 and recorded on May 22, 2009 in Book 13545 at Page 1248, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CRYSTAL KIDD AND THOMAS KIDD DATED JULY 26, 2017 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 16863 AT PAGE 1397 IN THE WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA

and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

Said property is commonly known as 3605 Coulwood Court, Raleigh, NC 27610.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS

Address of property: 4817 Long Green Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587 Tax Parcel ID: 0094742 Present Record Owners: Crystal Kidd

pose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:00AM on December 30, 2019 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Wake County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Quintin Murphy, dated November 5, 2004 to secure the original principal amount of $142,871.00, and recorded in Book 11092 at Page 2449 of the Wake County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 1306 Southgate Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610 Tax Parcel ID: 0310657 Present Record Owners: Quintin Murphy and Candra D. Murphy And Being more commonly known as: 1306 Southgate

ularly described as follows: ALL of Lot 196 of MEADOWVIEW Subdivision, Phase 5, Section B, as shown on a map thereof recorded at Book of Maps 2003, Page 1885-1886 (1885), Wake County Registry, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2638 Bloomsberry Ridge Drive, Fuquay Varina, 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,

shown on that plat recorded in Book of Maps 1984, Page 1159, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 8644 Burnside Drive, Apex, North Carolina. PROPERTY 8644 Apex,

Burnside

ADDRESS: Drive 27539

PARCEL ID: 0137175 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,

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1674

Lying and being in the Town of Cary, White Oak Township, Wake County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows:

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Javon D. Howell to John B. Third, Trustee(s), dated the 19th day of November, 2015, and recorded in Book 016217, Page 01584, 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 Wake County Courthouse door, 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 January 6, 2020 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:

All of Lot 36 in Braemore Subdivision, Phase 1, as shown on the map recorded in Book of Maps 2014, pages 76-78, Wake County Registry, to which map reference is hereby made for a more particular description. See also Books of Maps 2014, Page 396-397, Wake County Registry, for corrected setback information. See also Book of Maps 2015, Page 454 and Book of Maps 2015, Page 1594, Wake County Registry, for revised Maximum Impervious Surface figures. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 412 Bolton Grant Drive, Cary, North Carolina. Property Address: 412 Bolton Grant Drive, Cary, NC 27519 Tax ID# 0419742 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

And Being more commonly known as: 4817 Long Green Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Crystal Kidd. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the

Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Quintin Murphy and Candra D. Murphy. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC

PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-07930-FC02

tained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is December 6, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 19-107863

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the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon written notice to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time notice of termination is provided. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement

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 prior 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

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

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 prior 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 no-

prorated to the effective date of the termination. For additional information, please see Auction.com. The date of this Notice is December 6, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 05-76913

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TAKE NOTICE WAKE 19 SP 2454 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Phuong Q. Banh to Mary A. McDuffie and Joan C. Cox, Trustee(s), which was dated July 9, 2007 and recorded on August 1, 2007 in Book 12687 at Page 1481, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the

19 SP 2141 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by John F. Schloeder to Nextitle, Trustee(s), which was dated October 17, 2017 and recorded on October 24, 2017 in Book 016946 at Page 02372, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

19 SP 1046 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY

property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN WAKE COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBEDINDEEDBOOK11755,PAGE540,BEINGKNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 122, CHARLESTON PARK. BEING ALL OF LOT 122 IN CHARLESTON PARK SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN UPON THAT PLAT RECORDED IN BOOK OF MAPS 1992, PAGE 1141, AND RE-RECORDED IN BOOK OF MAPS 1993, PAGE 1488, WAKE COUNTY REGISTRY. BY FEE SIMPLE DEED FROM CYNTHIA J. NORDLUND, UNMARRIED AS SET FORTH IN BOOK 11755, PAGE 540 DATED 12/29/2005 AND RECORDED 12/30/2005, WAKE COUNTY RECORDS, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 4644 Vendue

cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THE REAL PROPERTY SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE CITY OF WENDELL, COUNTY OF WAKE, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING ALL OF LOT 66 OF WELLINGTON PLACE SUBDIVISION, AS THE SAME IS SHOWN BY MAP RECORDED IN BOOK OF MAPS 1988, PAGE 1766, WAKE COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 94E Boxley Drive, Wendell, NC 27591. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset

County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 218 Chastain Subdivision, Phase Five as shown on map recorded in Book 2001, Page 1128, Wake County Registry.

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Latoya M. Simpson to Jackie Miller, Trustee(s), which was dated March 31, 2009 and recorded on April 1, 2009 in Book 013462 at Page 02184, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION WAKE COUNTY 19sp2513

cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:00AM on December 27, 2019 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Wake County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Jonathan C. Walton and Justine Brooks Walton, dated October 12, 2009 to secure the original principal amount of $233,007.00, and recorded in Book 13741 at Page 1942 of the Wake County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JONATHAN C. WALTON AND JUSTINE BROOKS WALTON DATED OCTOBER 12, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 13741 AT PAGE 1942 IN THE WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for

18 SP 2047 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Fatima Harris a/k/a Fatima T. Harris to Amy E. Johnson, Trustee(s), which was dated December 26, 2008 and recorded on January 7, 2009 in Book 013343 at Page 00710, Wake County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on January 8, 2020 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 2099 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Spencer R. Pilz to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of December, 2016, and recorded in Book 016658, Page 02609, 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 Wake County Courthouse door, 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 January 6, 2020 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:

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 894 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Hattie Maye Watson, (Hattie Maye Watson, deceased)(Heirs of Hattie Maye Watson: Marie A. Watson and Unknown Heirs of Hattie Maye Watson) to Andrew Valentine, Esquire, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of July, 2006, and recorded in Book 012088, Page 00069, 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 Wake County Courthouse door, 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 January 6, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more partic-

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 201 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Kristine Meeks and Michael Allen Meeks (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Michael Allen Meeks and Kristine Tursi Meeks) to Trustee Services, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 30th day of September, 2010, and recorded in Book 014095, Page 02732, 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 Wake County Courthouse door, 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 January 6, 2020 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the

Said property is commonly known as 3324 Marcony Way, Raleigh, NC 27610.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS

Address of property: 10716 Marthas Way, Raleigh, NC 27615 Tax Parcel ID: 0128666 Present Record Owners: Jonathan C. Walton and Brooks Walton And Being more commonly known as: 10716 Marthas

cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF WENDELL, TOWNSHIP, WAKE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEINGALLOFLOT37INHUNTDELLSUBDIVISION,PHASE II-C, AS SHOWN ON THAT MAP RECORDED IN BOOK OF MAPS 1998, PAGE 473, WAKE COUNTY REGISTRY. Commonly known as 1484 Huntdell Main Drive Wendell, NC 27591. However, by showing this address no additional coverage is provided. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1484 Huntdell Main Drive, Wendell, NC 27591.

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Land Situated in the City of Garner in the County of Wake in the State of NC Land Situated in the Township of St. Marys in the County of Wake in the State of NC Being all of Lot 72, Section Two, Phase II, Brownstone Village Subdivision, as depicted in Map Book 1993, Page 875, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1409 Burchcrest Drive, Garner, North Carolina. The property address and tax parcel identification number listed are provided solely for informational purposes. Commonly known as: 1409 Burchcrest Drive, Garner, NC 27529-3785 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

ularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 4 of the Recombination of Lots of Nathan Watson Estate, according to a plat recorded in Book of Maps 1984, Page 1331, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6808 Poole Road, 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

following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 25, Northclift Subdivision, Section One, as shown recorded in Book of Maps 1967, Page 328, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 512 Killington Drive, 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,

Range Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Phuong Q. Banh. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of

bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are John F. Schloeder. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental

IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Latoya M. Simpson. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement 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 no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)

Way, Raleigh, NC 27615 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Jonathan C. Walton and Brooks Walton. 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, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either 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. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in

(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 10-36341-FC03

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988

An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and

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 prior 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

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 prior 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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311

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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 LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1283984 (FC.FAY)

Case No: 1268993 (FC.FAY)

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com

Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1262970 (FC.FAY)

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