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3 rare black coyotes killed during hunt in North Carolina Charlotte Three rare black coyotes were among the nearly 150 coyotes killed during a massive hunting tournament near Charlotte over the weekend. Tournament organizer 704 Outdoors TV says on its web site there were a total of 107 hunters and 149 coyotes killed. The state Wildlife Resources Commission says black coyotes are uncommon. Tournament spokesman John MacPherson says black coyotes are highly sought after by hunters. The state wildlife commission says predatory coyotes were first documented in North Carolina in 1938 and they are increasingly searching for food in urban areas.

New York Mexico’s most notorious drug lord, Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, was convicted Tuesday of running an industrial-scale smuggling operation after a threemonth trial packed with Hollywood-style tales of grisly killings, political payoffs, cocaine hidden in jalapeno cans, jewel-encrusted guns and a naked escape with his mistress through a tunnel.

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RALEIGH — The General Assembly is weighing anew whether changing how liquor sales have been regulated for decades is worth boosting the number of retail outlets selling spirits with what critics call the risks of increased alcohol consumption. The General Assembly’s government watchdog agency released a study Monday advising lawmakers on the implications of ending or shifting the state’s current liquor operations away from government-run stores and wholesale operations. A renewed interest in privatization also comes amid a recent separate state audit scrutinizing costs in a key state Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission contract. North Carolina is one of 17 states that directly control the sale and distribution of spirits. About 170 local ABC boards sell liquor at more than 430 stores, which by law can’t stay open past 9 p.m. or on Sunday. The state ABC Commission also runs a state warehouse, where wholesale liquor from distillers is shipped to ABC stores for sale. Beer and wine are sold by licensed conventional retailers. State and local governments take in various alcohol-related tax revenues. Some lawmakers and at least one trade group consider the current system archaic and espouse a more market-based ap-

Eastern NC political champion Jones dies on 76th birthday By Gary D. Robertson North State Journal RALEIGH — Republican U.S. Rep. Walter B. Jones Jr. (R-N.C.), a political maverick and advocate for eastern North Carolina, died Sunday on his 76th birthday. The 3rd District congressman’s office confirmed his death in a statement, saying Jones died in Greenville. His health declining in recent months, Jones entered hospice care in January after breaking his hip. He had been granted a leave of absence from Congress in late 2018 and was sworn in for his last term back home. Jones was a political maverick unafraid to buck his own party. He was one of the first Republicans to reverse direction on the war in Iraq, even as his North Carolina district included the sprawling Marine installation Camp Lejeune. His ultimate opposition to

proach that would treat liquor like other sold alcohol. “North Carolina residents have been saying it for years — they just want to purchase a bottle of liquor at the nearest grocery store like it’s done in most every other state,” the North Carolina Retail Merchants Association said in a release Monday. The statement highlighted a poll showing support for selling liquor like beer and wine. But others consider liquor consumption a health and safety issue that warrants the current government restrictions. They cite figures in the Program Evaluation Division’s report that said North Carolina, among all Southeastern states, collects the most public revenue per gallon of liquor sold and has the second lowest per-capita liquor consumption. “Why would we ever want to be like those other Southeastern states?” asked Rep. Pat Hurley (R-Randolph), a member of the legislative oversight committee hearing the report’s presentation. She’s also worried increased consumption could lead to more impaired-driving charges. The report doesn’t give an opinion on whether to shift from the control system, saying it should be considered by a separate House-Senate study panel. In a divided vote, the oversight committee did back a bill also proposed by the report’s authors with incremental chang-

RALEIGH — As Winston-Salem, UNC Chapel Hill and others debate long-standing Confederate memorials, legislative Democrats believe eliminating a 2015 law would allow more flexibility for local control over these monuments. They point to violence in Charlottesville, Va., and unrest in Chapel Hill over “Silent Sam” as evidence officials need more control over symbols at the center of public discontent. Senate Bill 22, the 2015 law in question, was passed unanimously in the Senate, by both Democrats and Republicans. Upon reaching the House though, S.B. 22 began picking up opposition, with only two votes for and 37

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the Iraq War came with the irony that he instigated a symbolic slap against the French when their country early on opposed U.S. military action. Jones was among the House members who led a campaign that resulted in the chamber’s cafeteria offering “freedom fries” and “freedom toast” — instead of French fries and French toast. Jones said he introduced legislation that would have required President George W. Bush’s administration to begin withdrawing troops in 2006 because the reason given for invading Iraq, weapons of mass destruction, had proved false. “If I had known then what I know now, I wouldn’t have supported the resolution” to go to war, Jones said in 2005. Jones took heat for his reversal from GOP colleagues. He ultimately signed well See JONES, page A2

Dems in NC legislature seek to overturn 2015 monuments law Reversal would eliminate need for approval by NC Historical Commission when removing controversial monuments By David Larson North State Journal

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New Oregon Inlet Bridge nears completion NSJ Staff NAGS HEAD — The long-awaited replacement for the 55-year-old Herbert C. Bonner Bridge over Oregon Inlet will welcome vehicle traffic soon. “The list of work left to do is shrinking rapidly,” said NCDOT Division Engineer Jerry Jennings in a statement. “It’s now down to a matter of days.” NCDOT and local officials held an informal celebration of the new

bridge on Feb. 9. Traffic is expected to be shifted in the days following the event. A more formal celebration for the new bridge is tentatively slated for early April. Contractors are currently installing guardrails and expansion joints as well as adding traction grooves to the bridge’s deck, while workers from Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative are finishing work to attach power lines to the new structure. Once all the finish-

ing touches are complete, workers will paint lane markings on the new bridge and traffic will be shifted. After the new bridge is open, crews will begin dismantling the old bridge. Efforts to replace Bonner Bridge began in 1989 with environmental groups filing several lawsuits which resulted in changes to the project and decades of delays. The new $252 million bridge is 2.8 miles long, 90 feet high at its

apex, and is designed for a 100year life span. The new bridge will likely receive a new name. Dare County commissioners voted 3-2 to recommend the bridge be named for former Senate Pro Tem Marc Basnight, a Dare County Democrat and long-serving member of the State Senate. According to local reports, the state Board of Transportation is slated to vote on a name at its upcoming March 6 meeting.

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JONES from page A1 over 11,000 letters to the families of dead troops, describing that as a penance of sorts. “For me, it’s a sacred responsibility that I have to communicate my condolences to a family,” Jones said in a 2017 interview with The Associated Press. “And it’s very special to me because it goes back to my regretting that I voted to go into the Iraq War.” Jones, who had served in Congress since 1995, had already announced his 2018 campaign would be his last. His death means Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper will schedule a special election to decide who will complete Jones’ two-year term in the coastal 3rd Congressional District. State law requires the schedule include primary races as well in the GOP-leaning district. No specific dates are mandated in the law for the elections. Jones also was a relentless advocate for campaign finance reform and controlling the national debt. The fiscal and social conservative won unopposed in last November’s general election after fending off Republican primary challengers stoked partly by Jones’ willingness to dissent from the Washington

MONUMENTS from page A1 against among the Democrats. It was unanimously approved by House Republicans and easily made it to then-governor Pat McCrory’s desk, where it was signed into law. “We wanted to preserve North Carolina’s historical items and monuments,” Sen. Jim Davis (R-Macon), an original primary sponsor of the 2015 law, told North State Journal. “There was no specific language on Confederate items. It was about all things of historic significance. Democrats unanimously voted for it in the Senate, so they didn’t see it as controversial at the time.” The House lead sponsor, Rep. Pricey Harrison (D-Guilford), said she hopes her bill can gain some bipartisan support, but after the comments from Republican leaders, who say a change is unnecessary, she is “not optimistic” it can be passed without a fight. “I know a lot of North Carolinians see these monuments as reflecting heritage or historical value, and I’m not demonizing them, but we also have to realize that to many others in our state, these monuments represent something deeply offensive, something we need to move beyond,” she told NSJ. “If local governments decide it’s best to remove them, there shouldn’t be obstacles put in their

“There was no specific language on Confederate items. It was about all things of historic significance. Democrats unanimously voted for it in the Senate, so they didn’t see it as controversial at the time.” Sen. Jim Davis (R-Macon) way.” The week following Harrison’s bill, H.B. 10, being filed, Sen. Paul Lowe (D-Forsyth) filed a Senate companion bill, S.B. 19. In Winston-Salem, in Lowe’s home county, the local government is dealing with its own version of the controversy seen in Charlottesville and Chapel Hill. A Confederate statue displayed at the courthouse has caused debate and occasional vandalism. The city council has voted to have it moved. The issue has become more complex though, since the United Daughters of the Confederacy, not the state of North Carolina, owns the statue, and the UDC has not been able to produce documents proving their ownership. “It’s time to move on,” Lowe told

“It’s absolutely about principle,” he said. “When I leave Congress, I would rather have one thing said about me: ‘I will never question Walter Jones’ integrity.’” Rep. Walter B. Jones Jr.

leaders of his party. For example, he voted against the tax overhaul promoted by President Donald Trump and a “repeal and replace” plan for President Barack Obama’s health care law. In a 2018 AP interview, Jones said that he wasn’t afraid to oppose GOP leaders “when I don’t think they’re right.” “It’s absolutely about principle,” he said. “When I leave Congress, I would rather have one thing said about me: ‘I will never question Walter Jones’ integrity.’” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said in a release that Jones’ “re-

North State Journal. “In order to let municipalities make their own decisions on this issue, they need to be given flexibility and not be forced to go through the Historical Commission.” Lowe said he heard rumors of a Confederate museum being planned near Fayetteville and thought that’d be “an appropriate place for all the statues.” “It’s definitely a sign of a painful part of the past for many people,” Lowe said. “I think they call that treason when somebody takes up arms to fight their own country. As chair of the Legislative Black Caucus, I can say our caucus has some strong views on this topic.” When asked if he saw any need to revisit the issue now that Democrats are placing some blame on the law for tying local hands, Davis said, “In the law, there’s an opportunity to follow a process to deal with these issues through the North Carolina Historical Commission, which follows a methodical, deliberate procedure, and that’s a good model. So, I think the present law is serving us well and doesn’t need to be changed.” On Jan. 31, the House bill was assigned to the House State and Local Government Committee, where, if passed, it will be sent to the House Judiciary Committee. On Feb. 5, the Senate version was sent to the Senate Rules and Operations Committee.

lentless work on behalf of our men and women in uniform, veterans, military families and caregivers honored our American values and strengthened our country.” “He will be long remembered for his tireless advocacy for eastern North Carolina, which he loved dearly, and for always following his convictions, no matter the political cost,” added Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina. Either Jones or his father, Walter Jones Sr., represented eastern North Carolina in Congress for five decades. The elder Jones, a Democrat, represented the region from 1966 until his death in 1992. Walter Jones Jr., then also a Democrat, lost the party primary to succeed him. He became a Republican and was sent to Washington two years later. “Jones’ legacy will undoubtedly be the unequivocal advocacy he put forth for the men and women who serve in this country’s armed forces, and not just those who lived in his district, but across the nation,” said NCGOP Chairman Robin Hayes in a statement. “There was no better champion for eastern North Carolina than Walter Jones. My thoughts and

prayers are with his family at this difficult time.” Walter Beamon Jones Jr. was born in Farmville in 1943. He attended Hargrave Military Academy in Virginia during high school and then graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Atlantic Christian College — now known as Barton College — in 1966. He served in the North Carolina state House from 1982 through 1992, where he often clashed with Democratic leaders. He and Cooper were among 20 House Democrats who joined Republicans in toppling state Democratic Speaker Liston Ramsey from power in 1989. In a statement, Cooper on Sunday called Jones a longtime friend and “public servant who was true to his convictions and who will be missed.” Jone is survived by his wife, Joe Anne, and a daughter, Ashley. An obituary released by Farmville Funeral Home said Jones’ body will lie in repose late Wednesday at St. Peter Catholic Church in Greenville, with a funeral to follow at the church Thursday afternoon. North State Journal staff contributed to this report.

LIQUOR from page A1 es. They include forcing local “North Carolina residents ABC boards in the same county to merge, allowing local govern- have been saying it for ments the option to open ABC years — they just want to stores on Sunday and offering purchase a bottle of liquor free in-store liquor tastings. The measure still would have to pass at the nearest grocery store the entire House and Senate and like it’s done in most every be accepted by Gov. Roy Cooper other state.” to become law. As for broader alterations, the report’s authors said there are North Carolina Retail Merchants many options and ramifications Association should the state move to licensing private stores to sell liquors. For example, nearly 2,900 state and local ABC workers — gov- frowned on letting liquor be sold ernment employees — could lose in big-box retailers in the prestheir jobs, and potentially result ence of children. The General Assembly did apin more than $100 million in pension and other benefit obli- prove some reforms that year the study says increased overall sysgations, the report said. The report authors calculated tem profits and profitability of replacement systems as licens- local boards. ABC revenues dising 1,000 new stores and point tributed to state and local govout a correlation between in- ernment also have gone up over creased store proximity to citi- the past decade to more than zens and increased liquor con- $400 million. In a written response to the sumption. And changes won’t necessarily result in cheaper report, state ABC Commission overall liquor prices for consum- Chairman A.D. “Zander” Guy called the incremental recomers, the report said. In 2010, elected officials de- mendations “reasonable ideas to cided against privatizing the consider.” But he said that the resystem. Then-Gov. Beverly Per- port’s findings about low liquor due said the estimated one-time consumption in North Carolina windfall from selling state oper- and high revenues validate the ations wasn’t enough. She also current control system.

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nation & world Trump not ‘thrilled’ with border deal, not saying if he’ll sign By Andrew Taylor and Alan Fram The Associated Press WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump said Tuesday he’s “unhappy” with a Monday agreement to prevent a government shutdown and finance construction of more barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border, but he didn’t say whether or not he would sign the measure. GOP congressional leaders swung behind the proposed deal, selling it as a necessary compromise. “I can’t say I’m happy. I can’t say I’m thrilled,” Trump said during a Cabinet meeting. He said he needs to look further at the agreement, which would grant far less than the $5.7 billion he wants for a long-promised wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. But one way or another, “the wall’s getting built,” he said, raising the likelihood he’d be “supplementing things” and moving resources from “far less ... important areas” in the government. Trump said he didn’t believe there would be another shutdown, which could have hit hundreds of thousands of federal workers

again this weekend. “Everything” is on the table, he said at the White House, but “we certainly don’t want to see a shutdown.” Lawmakers tentatively agreed Monday night to a deal that would provide nearly $1.4 billion for border barriers, according to congressional aides. The huge funding measure, which combines seven spending bills into one, would run through the fiscal year, which ends on Sept. 30. The agreement means 55 miles of new fencing — constructed through existing designs such as metal slats — but less than the 215 miles the White House demanded in December. The fencing would be built in the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. The deal closely mirrors Trump’s original budget request from last winter, however. Details might not be released until Wednesday, but the pact came in time to alleviate any threat of a second partial government shutdown this weekend. Top Republicans Mitch McConnell in the Senate and Kevin McCarthy in the House both claimed victory, crowing about Democratic concessions on new border barriers and a late-stage battle over the ability of federal authorities to ar-

rest and detain immigrants living illegally in the U.S. “You’ve got to remember where Nancy Pelosi was. She has said, ‘No money for a wall.’ That’s not the case,” McCarthy said on CNBC Tuesday morning. “The Democrats have now agreed to more than 55 miles of new barrier.” And Trump said in regard to transferring other funds, “We have a lot of money in this country and we’re using some of that money — a small percentage of that money — to build the wall, which we desperately need.” Trump appeared to be referring to a White House plan to supplement the deal by using executive action to divert additional money from the federal budget for wall construction — a move that could face challenges in Congress or the courts. The administration has been laying the groundwork for Trump to declare a national emergency or invoke other executive authority to tap funds including money set aside for military construction and disaster relief. “We’ll take as much money as you can give us, and then we will go off and find the money someplace else — legally — in order to

secure that southern barrier,” acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney told Fox News Friday, previewing the strategy. He said more than $5.7 billion had been identified. The compromise contains plenty to anger lawmakers on the right and left — more border fencing than many Democrats would like and too little for conservative Republicans — but its authors praised it as a genuine compromise that would keep the government open and allow everyone to move on. “The specter of another shutdown” brought the two parties’ negotiators back together after talks broke off over the weekend, said Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Richard Shelby, R-Ala. The pact also includes increases for new technologies such as advanced screening at border entry points, humanitarian aid sought by Democrats and additional customs officers. This weekend, Shelby pulled the plug on the talks over Democratic demands to limit immigrant detentions by federal authorities, frustrating some of his fellow negotiators, but Democrats yielded ground on that issue in the fresh round of talks on Monday. Asked if Trump would back the deal, Shelby said: “We believe from our dealings with them and the latitude they’ve given us, they will support it. We certainly hope so.” Fox News Channel’s Sean Hannity, a Trump ally, said the barri-

er money in the agreement was inadequate, warning late Monday that “any Republican that supports this garbage compromise, you will have to explain.” Conservatives like Rep. Mark Meadows, R-N.C., who has the ear of Trump, also came out in opposition. Trump traveled to El Paso, Texas, for a campaign-style rally Monday night focused on immigration and border issues. He has been adamant that Congress approve money for a wall along the Mexican border, though he no longer repeats his 2016 mantra that Mexico will pay for it. After yielding on border barriers, Democrats focused on reducing funding for detention beds to curb what they see as unnecessarily harsh enforcement by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. The agreement yielded curbed funding, overall, for ICE detention beds, which Democrats promised would mean the agency would hold fewer detainees than the roughly 49,000 on Feb. 10, the most recent date for which figures were available. Democrats said the number of beds would be ratcheted down to 40,520 by year’s end. But a proposal to cap at 16,500 the number of detainees caught in areas away from the border — a limit Democrats say was aimed at preventing overreach by the agency — ran into its own Republican wall. Democrats dropped the demand in the Monday round of talks.

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Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan, left, and Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, right, listen as President Donald Trump speaks during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019, in Washington.

Clamor for ouster of top Democrats slows in Virginia By Alan Suderman and Ben Finley The Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. — The clamor for the resignation of Virginia’s top two politicians seemed to die down Monday, with some black community leaders forgiving Gov. Ralph Northam over the blackface furor and calling for a fair hearing for Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax on the sexual assault allegations against him. Over the past several days, practically the entire Democratic establishment rose up to demand fellow Democrats Northam and Fairfax immediately step down. But the tone changed markedly after the weekend. A Democratic state lawmaker who had threatened to begin impeachment proceedings against Fairfax, Virginia’s highest-ranking black politician, set the idea aside after running into resistance. At the same time, several black clergy and civic leaders made

clear they are willing to give both Northam and Attorney General Mark Herring a second chance, while urging due process for Fairfax. Herring, like Northam, has admitted putting on blackface in the 1980s. As the scandals engulfing Virginia’s top three elected Democrats developed, it became increasingly clear that it could look bad for the party if Fairfax were summarily pushed out and the two white men managed to stay in power. “The sort of irony that makes your head spin is that Herring and Northam are in trouble for behavior related to Virginia’s racial past. And yet it may be the only African-American statewide officeholder who, at the end of the day, gets in trouble,” said Quentin Kidd, a political science professor at Virginia’s Christopher Newport University. “This may get worse and more uncomfortable before it gets better — if it does get better.” If Northam stepped down, Fair-

fax would become Virginia’s second African-American governor in history. If all three Democrats resigned, a Republican could become governor: GOP House Speaker Kirk Cox is next in the line of succession. Late last week, amid widespread calls for Fairfax’s resignation, Democratic Del. Patrick Hope, who is white, announced plans to introduce articles of impeachment against the lieutenant governor on Monday. But Hope relented, citing both reaction from colleagues and online accusations he is a racist. Hours later, a group of eight black clergy and community leaders said during a news conference that they forgive Northam and want to give him a second chance. Former Richmond City Councilman Henry “Chuck” Richardson called Northam a “good and decent man” who has stood with African-Americans on important issues. Separately, a set of black leaders listed steps they said Northam and Herring should take to redeem themselves during their remaining three years in office, including removing Confederate statues and raising more money for Virginia’s historically black colleges. “In our opinion, it is not enough for you to simply apologize,” the black leaders said in a letter. The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus did not withdraw its earlier call for Northam to resign. But its

chairman, Del. Lamont Bagby, signaled willingness to work with the governor on issues of importance to black lawmakers. “My caucus, I can tell you, they’re fired up to get this stuff done,” Bagby said. A recent poll found a majority of black Virginians support Northam remaining in office, with Virginians overall split about evenly on the question of whether he should step down. The poll was conducted last Wednesday through Friday by The Washington Post and George Mason University. Of the three politicians under fire, Herring appeared to be in the least danger of being forced out. Black leaders have said they felt he earnestly apologized. However, in a sign of the difficulties Fairfax will face in staying on the job, four of his staff members have resigned. In interviews published Monday, Fairfax repeated denials of sexual assault allegations by Meredith Watson and Vanessa Tyson. The Associated Press generally does not identify people who say they are victims of sexual crimes, but both women have come forward. Fairfax said he has never sexually assaulted anyone and deserves a chance to defend himself. “Everyone deserves to be heard. ... Even when faced with those allegations, I am still standing up for everyone’s right to be heard,” he told

The Washington Post. Tyson, a California college professor, has accused Fairfax of forcing her to perform oral sex on him at a Boston hotel in 2004. Watson has said Fairfax raped her while they were students at Duke University in 2000. Watson also alleged that she was raped in 1999 by a Duke basketball player. The New York Times reported Monday that the accused player in question was Corey Maggette, who played for one year for the Blue Devils before embarking on a 14-year NBA career. Maggette denied the allegations to The New York Times. In an interview broadcast Monday, Northam provided a fuller explanation of his handling of the crisis, set off Feb. 1 by the discovery of a photo on his 1984 medical school yearbook page of someone in blackface standing next to another person in a Ku Klux Klan hood and robe. Northam initially said he was in the photo, then denied it a day later, while admitting he wore blackface to a dance contest that same year. Northam, 59, told “CBS This Morning” that he mistakenly took responsibility for the picture because he had never seen the image before. Northam, who worked as a pediatric neurologist before entering politics when he was nearly 50, said: “When you’re in a state of shock like I was, we don’t always think as clearly as we should.”

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NSJ Staff RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday that he is elevating current North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Cheri Beasley to be the next chief justice. The Democratic governor announced Tuesday that Beasley is his choice to succeed current Chief Justice Mark Martin, who is resigning at the end of the month to lead a Virginia law school. Beasley has been an associate justice since late 2012. The 52-year-old Beasley is one of the five registered Democrats on the sevenmember court. She previously served as a trial judge and Court of Appeals judge before then-Gov. Beverly Perdue appointed her to the Supreme Court. Beasley’s appointment goes through the end of 2020. The chief justice’s seat will be on next year’s ballot for a full eight-year term. Associated Justice Paul Newby, who

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has already announced his intention to seek the chief justice seat in 2020, responded to Cooper’s appointment with a statement. “Sadly today Governor Cooper decided to place raw, partisan politics over a nonpartisan judiciary by rejecting the timetested tradition of naming the Senior Associate Justice as Chief Justice.” Newby noted that only once since 1900 has a Governor dishonored the tradition of appointing the court’s most senior justice to that position. “The governor’s decision further erodes public trust and confidence in a fair judiciary, free from partisan manipulation,” said Newby. “While many talk of removing partisan politics from the courts, the governor’s actions today in using party label to make his selection is a reminder that actions speak louder than words.” The Associated Press contributed to this report.

North Carolina is truly the “Variety Vacationland” but often-frigid month of February is not known for warm ocean breezes or fantastic Autumn foliage. The cold outdoor temperatures offer an opportunity to go inside and visit some of our state’s most relaxing places. With world-class spas and luxury hotels from Highlands to Duck, there’s no better time to take an overnight trip. The locations on this week’s map put almost all North Carolinians within a few hours of a reinvigorating winter spa experience coupled with a luxury hotel.

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Escaped inmate captured and returned to prison Buncombe County Woodfin police recaptured 44-yearold Steven W. Coleman on Friday after he spent about 14 hours as a fugitive. Coleman was serving a sentence for larceny and breaking and entering as a minimum-security inmate at Craggy Correctional Center. He escaped while on a work assignment Thursday afternoon. Police took him back into custody at 3:30 a.m. on Friday. He now faces a felony charge for the escape attempt.

Ashe County Classes in West Jefferson were canceled on Friday due to a local increase in the flu. Ashe County Public Schools made the announcement the day before after 452 absences were recorded in the districts five schools. Another 38 students came to school but went home early due to illness. There were also 30 teachers who called out sick, and the school couldn’t find enough substitutes to replace them. AP

20-year-old arrested for flashing 75-year-old woman Burke County Tristan Coffey was arrested and jailed at the Burke County Detention Center after the 20-year-old allegedly exposed himself to a 75-year-old woman at a car wash. The victim’s husband reported that his wife looks much younger than 75. Coffey has been charged with indecent exposure four times in the last two months and also allegedly attempted to run a woman off the road. WSOC

Growing charter schools force closure of public schools Granville County The growth of charter schools in and around Oxford have forced Granville County Schools to close two campuses. The charters are pulling students away from the public school system, which reduces the amount of federal funding the school district receives. Public school district enrollments have dropped by almost 13 percent in six years, while charter school enrollment has increased sixfold. Joe Toler Oak Hill Elementary and Mary Potter Middle School have been targeted for closure.

Wilkesboro police investigating monument vandalism Wilkes County Wilkesboro police are looking into the vandalism of local monuments two weekends ago. One of the monuments targeted was a Civil War memorial to the Confederate soldiers of Wilkes County, located in front of the Old Wilkes County Jail. The word “attack” was spray-painted in red across the monument. The other monument was a statue of Benjamin Cleveland, who was involved in the Revolutionary War, not the Civil War. The monument was painted red with the word “genocide” written on the base. SPECTRUM

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Missing 8-year-old found by brother Cleveland County Eight-year-old Tristen “Bugs” Woodrum of Shelby was found safe on Friday night after being reported missing earlier in the day. The boy was facing disciplinary action at home after getting into trouble at school earlier in the day, which is believed to be the reason he wandered off. Volunteers helping with the search reported that Woodrum was found by his brother sleeping underneath a rug near a group of trees. WSOC

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Hit-and-run suspect posts on Facebook New Hanover County Police in Wilmington are searching for 22-year-old Courtnay Danielle Lawrence after she allegedly struck another woman with her car and left the scene. Police say she intentionally struck a woman with her car, flipping her into the air. The victim suffered injuries to her head, shoulders, hips and knees. Police were able to identify Lawrence as the suspect after she posted about it, including photos of the damage to her car, on Facebook.

Chatham County Tommy Clark has been permanently banned from operating in North Carolina, but police say he’s ignored the court order and continued to operate a fraudulent paving business in Wake and Chatham counties. Already facing charges in Wake, Clark has now had four felony charges filed against him in Chatham. Clark would go door-to-door offering to repave driveways for a low price, then charge a much higher rate once the work had begun.

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Pitt County The city of Greenville scheduled a live-fire gunshot drill on Friday to help test a system to locate the source of gunfire. The test was an evaluation of the ShotSpotter system, which will use acoustic sensors over a wide area to detect when and where a gun has been fired. Police staffed each test location and used a bullet trap to ensure that no bullets fired presented a threat to the public.

Six arrests made in birthday party shooting

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Area actor stars in new movie

Caswell County A beagle puppy in Yanceyville went from wandering a busy street as a stray at 8 weeks old to participating in the Puppy Bowl, which aired on the Animal Planet network on Super Bowl Sunday. The dog, named Remington, was a member of “Team Fluff.” About 100 puppies from around the country participate each year, but Remington was one of 36 starters in the big game and was featured in the pregame show.

Onslow County Longtime North Carolina resident Jacob Keohane stars in a new movie, telling the story of an AfricanAmerican platoon during the Vietnam War. Keonhane has lived in Onslow County for years and worked in Jacksonville and Wilmington. The film, titled “Point Man,” is also produced and directed by North Carolina residents. It is the only movie about the Vietnam War filmed on location.

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Northampton County Police made six arrests last week in conjunction with a Jan. 25 shooting at a birthday party in Gaston. The incident killed one person and left three others with serious injuries. Keyshawn Boswell of Littleton was charged with eight felonies, including assault with a deadly weapon. Kemesha Squire received three felony charges, and Richard Squire and Donovan Edwards three each. Jessica Davis and Tracy Davis received lesser alcoholrelated charges.

RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper is being invited to speak to a joint session of the General Assembly later this month. The Senate approved Monday night a resolution for Cooper to give his biennial State of the State address the evening of Feb. 25. The House previously set the speech date as Feb. 18, but it was pushed back a week at Cooper’s request. The House must approve a version of the resolution with the new date.

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Following the passage of the resolution in the Senate, the House calendared the invitation for Wednesday. The state constitution says the governor “shall from time to time give the General Assembly information of the affairs of the state” and recommend legislation. In Cooper’s first State of the State address in 2017, he called for healthcare expansion — a subject he is expected to revisit Feb. 25. Cooper and his aids have prioritized Medicaid expansion under Obamacare as their top legislative issue.

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EDITORIAL | FRANK HILL

Oligarchicide: The far-left attack on wealth

All gifted people who do well make us all better off in the long run by doing what they do well.

AFTER THE PELOPONNESIAN WAR, the Spartans dismantled the Athenian democracy and replaced it with a group of wealthy oligarchs called the Thirty Tyrants. Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and her colleagues in the current Socialist Democratic Party of America must think our founders replaced a monarchy with oligarchs 230 years ago. In the view of many in the rapidly-drifting-to-the-extreme-far-leftsocialist Democratic Party, our country is run by wealthy people who are “immoral” simply because they have wealth and others do not. They think we would be better off without any wealthy people. “Oligarchicide” it would be called if we got rid of them all. How “immoral” can wealthy people be? • James Buchanan Duke built an international tobacco empire in Durham. Hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians were employed over the past century either in the tobacco-growing industry or in manufacturing centers around the state. The Dukes started Duke Power, now Duke Energy, which is the largest energy company in America today. With his wealth, he and the Duke family endowed Duke University which spawned the internationally acclaimed Duke Medical Center and something called “Krzyzewskiville.” They established the Duke Endowment which funds Davidson College, Furman and Johnson C. Smith University and a myriad charitable organizations across the Carolinas. • John Motley Morehead III studied chemistry at UNC Chapel Hill. He started the Union Carbide Company after figuring out a way to manufacture acetylene gas for industrial use. Not only have tens of thousands of people worked at Union Carbide over the past century, he gave much of his wealth to start the Morehead Foundation at Chapel Hill, endowed the Morehead (now Morehead-Cain) Scholarship program, and built the Morehead Planetarium and various other buildings on campus for everyone to use. Had both Duke and Morehead been George Bailey and been granted a wish to see what life would have been like in North Carolina had they never been born, they would have seen a rural state that would have been far poorer, less educated and unhealthier longer than it was.

Both men had a “gift” for business just as a doctor has a gift to help people get well, a respected judge has a gift of distributing justice fairly or Zion Williamson has the gift of slam-dunking for the Duke Blue Devils. All gifted people who do well make us all better off in the long run by doing what they do well. John Antonio Pascarella, Hayek Visiting Scholar at the Clemson Institute for the Study of Capitalism, calls such a gift for business the “Money-Making Art.” “The Greek word usually translated as ‘business’ is chrēmatistikē (money-making art). The art of chrēmata could be translated as ‘money,’ or ‘property,’ but literally means ‘useful things.’ That would mean the moneymaking art should more properly be understood as ‘the art of useful things.’ This fits the Greek root of the word — chrē — which means ‘use or need.’ That would be the clearest way to understand the natural root of money-making, which for Aristotle is a limited part of what we broadly call ‘economics.’” James B. Duke and John Motley Morehead did not know they would one day be fabulously wealthy as a result of their vision, hard work and determination. No one does. No one would go through all the trials and frustrations of starting and running a business if they thought they would be subject to the heavy-handed coercive force of government under control of socialists such as AOC who would confiscate the fruits of their ingenuity and invention to the tune of 70 percent or more. The extremism of today’s left-wing socialist Democrats should be roundly derided by sound-thinking Democrats, independents and Republicans everywhere. What they want is not American at all in terms of philosophy, practicality or ethos. The confiscatory nature of their proposals would be truly tyrannical in practice.

GUEST OPINION | STACEY MATTHEWS

At what point are people forgiven?

Should one instance of foolish and insensitive behavior define someone’s life forever?

AS POLITICAL SCANDALS GO, the ones playing out right now in Virginia have been absolute spectacles. Gov.Ralph Northam has been in full apologist mode after photos surfaced from a college yearbook allegedly showing him in either blackface or KKK robes. A few days later, Attorney General Mark Herring admitted he once wore blackface as rapper Kurtis Blow at a college party when he was 19. Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax has, in one week, been accused of sexual assault by two different women. Republicans watched as this series of events began to play out. As the condemnations began to roll in, they joined in on the piling on. It’s been easy to do. In Northam’s case in particular, he admitted to being in the offending 1984 photo and apologized. The very next day, he said that it wasn’t him — even as calls for him to resign were coming in from the highest levels of the Democratic Party. He even suggested facial recognition technology might be able to confirm that neither of the people in the photo were him. It’s also been easy to pile on because we’re watching Democrats being hoisted by their own petard. Republicans remember how then-Judge Kavanaugh was treated during his Supreme Court confirmation hearings. Yearbook photos from decades ago and handwritten comments were supposed to mean something. Quotes from old classmates who said he liked to get drunk were “proof” that Kavanuagh was a serial rapist. Without evidence, he was tried in the court of public opinion and subjected to malicious attempts at character assassination. As a result of these blackface scandals, North Carolina journalists are tweeting photos from 1970s yearbooks that show university students in blackface, KKK outfits, and/or various Confederate clothing. Colleges — particularly in the South — are scouring their old yearbooks in an effort to find similar photos before someone else does. These places are getting ahead of the game by airing their past dirty laundry in an effort to publicly atone and begin the healing. But at what cost to the individuals in the decades-old photos if they are ever identified? What of the lives they’ve made for themselves since? By most accounts, Ralph Northam has led a pretty upstanding life since his time in college. He served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps for eight years. He was a successful pediatric neurologist before jumping into the political arena and eventually getting elected governor of Virginia.

Northam did something stupid. In 1984. He’s probably done other stupid things along the way since then, but hopefully nothing as insensitive and hurtful. He’s not alone. Government offices across the country are filled with elected officials of all stripes who’ve done shameful things early in life that they later regretted. It’s a safe bet the vast majority of them grew up, learned from their mistakes and became better people. At what point when these types of scandals surface do we take into account the sum total of a person’s life and tell them they are forgiven for what they did when they were young and naive? I’m not talking about something that could be considered a criminal offense, of course, but things that were done in extremely poor taste “back in the day” that a person wishes they could take back. Should one instance of foolish and insensitive behavior define someone’s life forever? As we watch the unraveling of the Democratic Party machine in Virginia, GOP feelings of schadenfreude are understandable. Democrats are being forced to abide by the (double) standards that they (and the media) typically only hold Republicans to. On top of that, this all started because Northam unwittingly exposed the radically extreme abortion position of the Democratic Party for the whole country to see. But let’s not let chaos make us forget that forgiveness is a virtue people of various faiths teach their children about. People are flawed and they’re going to make mistakes in life. But they can learn from the mistakes, be forgiven and be better people as they get older. What will our society be like in the future if the young people of today look at scandals like these and see otherwise decent people publicly put through the wringer because they did something regrettable when they were young adults? What incentive will there be for these young people to rise above and be better? “A world with no mercy or grace is an ugly world indeed,” said columnist Ben Shapiro in a recent piece. He’s right. Sadly, we are headed in that direction. 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.

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COLUMN | GARLAND S. TUCKER III

Beware the swamp

There is virtue in standing up and fighting for what’s right — even if you lose.

THE CLARION call of Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign was “Drain the swamp.” Trump was met with that refrain at rallies across the country as his supporters chanted those three words relentlessly. Candidate Trump may have drawn his inspiration from President Ronald Reagan who, nearly four decades ago, called for “draining the bureaucratic swamp in Washington.” Unfortunately, today, the swamp is deeper and more powerful than ever. And the American people have less trust in Washington than ever. A dominant characteristic of the swamp is its ability to stop “outsiders” — like President Trump — dead in their tracks. An ongoing example of this is Trump’s fight to appoint conservative judges. The bitter fight over Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court saw the opposition hurl the full weight of political correctness against the nomination in what became a highly partisan battle with little regard for truth. We are seeing the same battle over Trump’s nomination of North Carolinian Tom Farr to the Federal District Court bench. Television commentator Brit Hume recently commented, “The term ‘racist’ is one of the worst things you can say about someone, and it has been weaponized and widely used where clearly it does not apply.” Hume warned the media “to stop flinging the term ‘racist’ around indiscriminately.” Farr, an outstanding conservative attorney, was nominated by President Trump in 2017. His nomination appeared to be heading for Senate approval along strictly partisan lines in the fall of 2018 when the Washington Democrats struck back in typical political fashion, branding Farr as a racist based on false claims about his role in Jesse Helms’ 1984 and 1990 Senate re-election campaigns. The sad fact is the Democrats’ diatribe worked. Last fall, after announcing he was going to vote for Farr’s nomination, Republican Sen. Tim Scott about-faced and opposed Farr. In a Senate with 51 Republicans and 49 Democrats, the vote to confirm Farr was canceled. And the swamp won. Republicans now have a larger (53 to 47)

majority in the Senate, but Farr has not been renominated and confirmed. Scott still says no. The question is what will Thom Tillis, who serves on the crucial Senate Judiciary Committee, do? Will Sen. Tillis stand up and fight for Farr’s renomination in the face of Scott’s opposition? Or will insider politics rule the day? The signs have not been encouraging. A month ago, Tillis told the News & Observer (Jan. 9) that “he was still looking into whether he would have Farr, who has long-standing ties to Republicans in the state, renominated.” At the end of January, Tillis told the News & Observer (Jan. 30) “he was still looking into whether Farr had a path to confirmation in the Senate.” That sounded more like a Washington Insider hedging than a senator girding for a fight on principle. My personal knowledge of Farr — and the facts — convince me that he is a competent conservative and should be confirmed. If the swamp is ever to be drained, Republicans are going to have to develop the backbone to push back. Too often “Mugwump” Republicans have retreated back into the Establishment. Washington politicians don’t ask themselves, “What’s the right thing to do?” — then say, “Let’s do it. And forget the politics.” Instead, with their fingers to the political winds, they broker backroom deals. Standing up to smear tactics is right. If Farr is confirmed, it will be a conservative victory over the swamp. There is virtue in standing up and fighting for what’s right — even if you lose. M. Stanton Evans once warned that all too often would-be conservatives “come to Washington to drain the swamp, but they discover instead that the swamp is a hot tub.” Tillis needs to get out of the hot tub and lead the charge for Tom Farr.

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Garland S. Tucker III is the retired chairman/ CEO of Triangle Capital Corporation and author of “Conservative Heroes: Fourteen Leaders Who Changed America — Jefferson to Reagan.”

Today, marijuana routinely contains 20 to 25 percent THC. ... As such, it produces a stronger and quicker high.

COLUMN | FRANK DOWD IV

The Democrats storm to the left

Democrats are so consumed with rage and hatred for Trump that they will do or say anything to thwart his agenda.

SEE IF YOU CAN GUESS who uttered the following sentences. “Let me elaborate. ... Illegal immigration is wrong, plain and simple.” “We need to crack down on businesses that hire illegal immigrants” and send illegals “to the back of the line behind the folks trying to come here legally.” “We certainly do not want any more [illegal immigrants] coming in.” If you guessed that such affirmations of enforcing current immigration law came from the so-called racist Donald Trump, you’d be wrong. Those were direct quotes from Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer in 2009, thenPresident Barack Obama in 2013 and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi in 2008, respectively. So what explains Democrats’ current refusal to even consider the common-sense border protections President Trump is proposing? Given that Congress approved the construction of 650 miles of physical barriers on our southern border under the previous three presidents, including more than 130 miles when Obama was president, how is it that Pelosi can call a further extension of the border wall immoral? Two apparent reasons. First, Democrats are so consumed with rage and hatred for Trump that they will do or say anything to thwart his agenda — unwilling even to negotiate and compromise on policy positions that were seen as mainstream within the Democrat Party not too long ago. In all fairness, Republicans behaved similarly in opposing most of the initiatives proposed by President Obama during his eight years in office. The party’s base voters and donors demand such “resistance.” They have literally forced Democrat Party leadership to completely abandon many policies that they may have supported in the past in order to oppose Trump. It’s why Congressional Democrats could not even bring themselves to applaud politely during Trump’s State of the Union address when he praised the return of 600,000 manufacturing jobs to U.S. soil or the lowest unemployment rate ever for AfricanAmericans.

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In this Jan 15, 2019 image, a section of newly-replaced border wall separates Tijuana, Mexico from San Diego, seen from San Diego. In their zeal to see Trump defeated in 2020, they cannot possibly give him a single legislative victory to claim — even at the cost of displaying breathtaking hypocrisy. The drive to dump Trump is how the Democrat Party became the party of illegal immigrants, prioritizing their hopes and dreams over actual U.S. citizens. The second is that the Democrat Party responded to the shocking defeat of Hillary Clinton in 2016 by moving decisively to Hillary’s left. The party has forsaken traditional liberalism for radicalism. Many on the left today seek a politics of radical transformation of the institutions of government away from Constitutional principles to embracing central control over ever-larger chunks of the private economy. That’s why we’ve seen Democrat presidential hopeful Sen. Kamala Harris propose the abolition of private health insurance; Democrat presidential hopeful Sen. Elizabeth Warren propose a draconian wealth tax, and newly minted House member Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez call for transitioning the U.S. economy to 100 percent renewable energy by 2030, in part by “replacing non-essential individual means of transport with high-quality and modern mass transit.” It appears they want to take your car away. The lurch left is unlikely to abate as young, social mediasavvy voters increasingly favor

socialism over capitalism and each presidential hopeful tries to out-do the next in their promises of a socialist utopia. Guaranteed jobs, paid family and medical leave, paid vacations and free college all sound great until you figure out how we’re going to pay for it all. Can Democrats point to any other country where socialism has been successful long-term in improving the majority of its citizens’ lives? Democrats are playing a dangerous game. By embracing policies to eliminate private health insurance and fossil fuels, America’s political center is up for grabs. What if independent and swing voters — even those opposed to Trump — begin to notice the stark choice between a strong economy and lower income taxes versus the loss of their private health insurance (or their car), draconian tax hikes, skyrocketing debt, energy rationing and a loss of liberty. While I often disagree with President Trump on issues and how he behaves, thank goodness for his resolve “that America will never be a socialist country.” If the Democrats intransigence and headlong march left costs them their one shot at beating Trump next year, they’ll only have themselves to blame. Frank Dowd IV is chairman of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company, a Charlotte-based manufacturer of cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings with seven plants across the country.

Marijuana, mental illness and violence TEN STATES and Washington, D.C., have legalized the recreational use of marijuana. Twenty-two other states, along with U.S. territories Puerto Rico and Guam, allow marijuana to be used for medical purposes. Let’s examine some hidden issues about marijuana use. Before we start, permit me to state my values about medical or recreational use of any drug. We each own ourselves. If we choose to take chances with substances that can ruin our health, lead to death and otherwise destroy our own lives, that’s our right. But we do not have a right to harm others in the process of harming ourselves. Alex Berenson is a graduate of Yale University, with degrees in history and economics. He delivered a speech last month at Hillsdale College’s Allan P. Kirby, Jr. Center for Constitutional Studies and Citizenship in Washington, D.C., on the hidden dangers of marijuana use. He told his audience, “Almost everything that you think you know about the health effects of cannabis, almost everything that advocates and the media have told you for a generation, is wrong.”

The active ingredient in marijuana is tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC. Marijuana is most commonly prescribed for pain, but it’s rarely tested against other pain relief drugs, such as ibuprofen. Last July, a large four-year study of Australian patients with chronic pain showed that cannabis use was associated with greater pain over time. Marijuana, like alcohol, is too weak as a painkiller for people with terminal cancer. They need opiates. Berenson said, “Even cannabis advocates, like Rob Kampia, who co-founded the Marijuana Policy Project ... acknowledge that they have always viewed medical marijuana laws mostly as a way to protect recreational users.” Marijuana legalization advocates sometimes argue that its use reduces opiate use. That is untrue. Berenson said, “The United States and Canada, which are the countries that have the most opioid use, also have by far the worst problem with ... cannabis.” Marijuana carries not only a devastating physical health risk but also mental health dangers. A 2017 National Academy of Medicine study found that “cannabis use is likely to increase the risk of developing schizophrenia and other psychoses; the higher the use, the greater the risk. ... Regular cannabis use is likely to increase the risk for developing social anxiety disorder.” Also, a paper in the American Journal of Psychiatry last year showed that people who used cannabis in 2001 were almost three times as likely to use opiates three years later, even after adjusting for other potential risks. Something else that’s not given much attention is that cannabis today is much more potent than it was in the 1970s, when most marijuana contained less than 2 percent THC. Today, marijuana routinely contains 20 to 25 percent THC, as a result of sophisticated farming and cloning techniques. As such, it produces a stronger and quicker high. Berenson said that the difference between yesterday’s marijuana and today’s is like the difference between “near beer and a martini.” Berenson cited several studies and other findings showing a relationship between marijuana use and violence and crime. According to a 2007 paper in The Medical Journal of Australia on 88 felons who had committed homicide during psychotic episodes, almost twothirds reported misusing cannabis. A 2012 paper in the Journal of Interpersonal Violence examined a federal survey of more than 9,000 adolescents and found that marijuana use was associated with a doubling of domestic violence. The first four states to legalize marijuana for recreational use were Colorado, Washington, Alaska and Oregon. In 2013, those states combined had about 450 murders and 30,300 aggravated assaults. In 2017, they had almost 620 murders and 38,000 aggravated assaults — an increase of 37 percent for murders and 25 percent for aggravated assaults, far greater than the national increase, even after accounting for differences in population growth. One of the problems with legalization of marijuana is that it gives social sanction to its use. A preferable strategy would be simple decriminalization, which does not imply social sanction. Moreover, where there is no criminal activity associated with any drug usage, it should be treated as a medical problem, as opposed to a criminal problem. Walter E. Williams is a professor of economics at George Mason University.

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ANDY MEAD | HIGH POINT ATHLETICS

High Point coach Jon Torpey, right, looks on as his Panthers charge onto the field after their 13-9 upset last Wednesday of No. 2 Duke at Koskinen Stadium in Durham.

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Panthers re-sign veteran safety Reid Charlotte The Carolina Panthers are bringing back safety Eric Reid, signing the veteran to a three-year contract worth up to $24 million with $10 million guaranteed, the team announced Monday. Reid, signed by Carolina in Week 4, finished the season with 71 tackles and an interception. Reid, 27, was the first player to join Colin Kaepernick, his friend and former teammate with the 49ers, in kneeling during the national anthem to protest social injustice. He continued kneeling after joining the Panthers.

NASCAR

Three car chiefs ejected before Daytona 500 Daytona Beach, Fla. NASCAR has ejected the car chiefs for Chase Elliott, Ty Dillon and Austin Dillon through the Daytona 500 for repeated inspection failures before qualifying for the race. NASCAR has cracked down this season on inspection failures and will disqualify race-winning cars that break the rules. Greg Ebert for Austin Dillon, Billy Plourde for Ty Dillon and Josh Kirk for Elliott will not be allowed to return to the garage until the next race at Atlanta.

NHL

Darling granted leave from Checkers Charlotte Goaltender Scott Darling, whose struggles with the Carolina Hurricanes after signing a four-year $16.6 million contract before last season led to his demotion to the AHL in late November, has been granted a leave of absence from the Charlotte Checkers, the Hurricanes confirmed Sunday. The News & Observer first reported the news. Darling was 2-4-1 with a 3.14 goalsagainst average and .892 save percentage with the Hurricanes before clearing waivers and being assigned to the Checkers. His agent, Matt Keator, told the N&O the leave was “a personal thing,” while Hurricanes GM Don Waddell told the newspaper Darling had to “get his mind around” his struggles.

The Panthers knocked off the nation’s No. 2 team , surprising even coach Jon Torpey By Brett Friedlander North State Journal

gether solid efforts on both ends of the floor after struggling offensively in a dismal 24-point effort against Virginia Tech, then getting torched for 113 points — the second most in school history — in a lopsided loss at North Carolina. State shot 51.9 percent from beyond the 3-point arc, played the Panthers to a virtual standoff on the boards and forced 15 turnovers while improving to 17-7 overall (5-6 ACC). Individually, Johnson played his best game since returning from a hip injury suffered in the first meeting with Pitt in Raleigh on Jan. 12. The junior point guard scored 10 points and had eight assists to go with only two turnovers. It was a performance that also provided benefits that didn’t show up in the final box score, specifically the positive effect it seemed to have on teammates Bryce and Beverly. “When you look at our Big Three, I think this is the first time I’ve seen all three guys play well on

COACH JON TORPEY STOOD emotionless on the sideline last Wednesday as his players rushed the field to celebrate the biggest win in the short history of the High Point lacrosse program — a 13-9 upset of second-ranked Duke. It wasn’t as though he was trying to hide his feelings or play it cool. Truth be told, he was in a state of disbelief. “People were like, ‘You were stoic,’ but I was more like I was in shock that the game was over and I was finally standing on a field with a group of guys that had the good fortune to win there,” Torpey said of his first win against the Blue Devils. “I feel blessed to have the opportunity to be around such great guys and fortunate to have coaches of top programs that will still play our guys and give us this opportunity.” Torpey’s Panthers trailed 7-6 early in the fourth quarter before stunning the home team with six unanswered goals in a seven-minute stretch early in the period. They then relied on senior goalie Tim Troutner to hold Duke off and preserve the victory. Although the Blue Devils are the highest-ranked team High Point has ever beaten in its seven-year lacrosse history, this isn’t its first win against a ranked opponent. The Panthers also beat No. 10 Virginia on Feb. 23, 2016. What made this victory so special, Torpey said, is because of who it came against. The former Ohio State defenseman called Duke the gold standard of college lacrosse because of its success on the field and leadership of coach John Danowski, who Torpey described as a mentor. “Those guys do such a great job that I want to get as much information out of them as possible in terms of how they develop their players and what they do to harness their greatness,” the High Point coach said of his more established counterparts with the Blue Devils. The relationship between Torpey and the Duke staff began with a trip to Durham early in his tenure to watch and learn as the Blue Devils prepared for a trip to the Final Four. Six years later, those lessons helped produce a victory the High Point coach wasn’t sure would ever happen. “I’ve probably played Duke as much as if not more than any coach in the country and I played against them too, and I’d never once beat those guys,” said Torpey, who joked that he didn’t start feeling confident about winning until the final two seconds. “I’ve been in a situation before where they’ll go off on a 10-goal run, because their ability to push transition with their athletes and the guys they put tight to the goal are exception-

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NC state point guard Markell Johnson had his best game since returning from injury in the Wolfpack’s win at Pitt.

After stumbling, NC State hopes it’s back on track The Wolfpack ended a three-game skid with a win at Pitt and is hoping to make the NCAA Selection Committee’s decision an easy one on March 17

“Coming off those last three, we were ready to get one. This gets us back going.” Braxton Beverly, NC State guard

By Brett Friedlander North State Journal NC STATE’S 79-76 victory at Pittsburgh on Saturday wasn’t a must-win in the literal sense of the word. But after three straight losses, with a trip to Duke coming up this weekend following a challenging home game against Syracuse on Wednesday, the Wolfpack needed something to stop its recent free fall toward the wrong side of the NCAA Tournament bubble. “This should give us a lot of confidence,” sophomore guard Braxton Beverly said after combining with teammates C.J. Bryce and Markell Johnson to make 12 3-pointers and score 51 of their team’s points. “Coming off those last three, we were ready to get one. This gets us back going.” Whether Saturday’s win was the jump-start that gets State headed back in the right direction is yet to be seen. Pitt has, after all, lost seven straight and is tied for last place in the ACC at 2-9. Even at that, there were some encouraging signs that the Wolfpack might actually be getting its mojo back. First and foremost, it put to-

“I’ve probably played Duke as much as, if not more than, any coach in the country, and I played against them too, and I’d never once beat those guys.” Jon Torpey, High Point men’s lacrosse coach

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TRENDING

Harrison Burton: The son of former NASCAR driver and current NBC analyst Jeff Burton opened SpeedWeeks at Daytona with a win in the ARCA Series season opener. The 18-year-old from Huntersville won the first race of a five‑race ARCA deal with Venturini Motorsports and is a graduate of the NASCAR NEXT program. He won the 2017 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East Championship and two previous ARCA races. Randy Carlyle: Anaheim general manager Bob Murray dismissed his coach Sunday with the Ducks’ mired in a sevengame losing streak and freefall into last place in the Western Conference. Murray, who has no coaching experience, announced that he would take over as interim coach for the remainder of the regular season. Anaheim will hire a new coach following the season. After no firings last year, the Ducks are the sixth team to make a change this season, joining Los Angeles, Chicago, St. Louis, Edmonton and Philadelphia. Lindsey Vonn: The skiing icon won the bronze medal in the world championship downhill Sunday in the final race of her career. Vonn had been planning on retiring in December but she recently moved up her plans due to persistent pain in both of her surgically repaired knees. Her 82 World Cup race wins are second only to Sweden’s Ingemar Stenmark. With her bronze, the 34-yearold Vonn became the first female skier to win medals at six different world championships.

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Former Wake Forest coach Jim Caldwell was hired by new Dolphins’ coach Brian Flores to be Miami’s assistant head coach and quarterbacks coach. Caldwell has 17 years of NFL coaching experience. In his seven seasons as head coach of the Colts (2009-11) and Lions (2014-17), he led teams to four playoff berths. Caldwell also won two Super Bowls as an assistant coach with the Colts and Ravens. Caldwell was 26‑63 in eight seasons with the Demon Deacons.

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“I don’t crash people to win.” Jimmie Johnson after he triggered a big wreck at The Clash at Daytona, which he wound up winning. DUANE BURLESON | AP PHOTO

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“LeBron was here? Really?” Duke forward Zion Williamson joking about LeBron James’ presence at the Blue Devils’ 81-71 win Saturday at Virginia. PRIME NUMBER

16 Consecutive losses at Madison Square Garden, dating back to October 2010, for the Carolina Hurricanes until they snapped their drought with a 3-0 win Friday over the Rangers. The Hurricanes, who were 0-13-3 at MSG over the past eight-plus seasons, got a third period goal from Warren Foegele, followed by two empty net goals in goalie Petr Mrazek’s shutout win.

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Phil Mickelson finished off a 7-under 65 to win the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am on Monday and match the tournament record with his fifth victory. Mickelson had a three-shot lead over Paul Casey with two holes to play when it was too dark too finish Sunday night.

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Marvin Bagley III had a career-high 32 points and six rebounds off the bench, leading Sacramento to a 117-104 win Sunday against his hometown Suns, the team that passed on Bagley at No. 1 to instead draft Deandre Ayton. Ayton had 16 points and nine rebounds.

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North State Journal for Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Colleges finish up football recruiting classes With most players inked during the early period, N.C. schools add final touches on National Signing Day

came in at No. 76 nationally, up 13 spots from last year. NC State

By Shawn Krest North State Journal THE EARLY signing period in December once again took much of the drama out of last Wednesday’s National Signing Day. Of the 137 players signed by the seven FBS school in North Carolina, 112 signed in December. That’s 81.8 percent. That left a very small population of players left for everyone to chase before the February signing day. “You find the guys who don’t sign early are really heavily recruited because you’ve got entire staffs recruiting four or five guys in that second group,” UNC coach Mack Brown said. “It’s a lot harder to sign some of the guys the second time because of the attention they draw. And if you’re recruiting them, everybody jumps on them.” The early period is in just its second year, meaning that Brown, who came out of retirement to return to the Tar Heels, was dealing with it for the first time. Brown, like three other in-state coaches, also got a late start on recruiting, thanks to UNC’s postseason coaching change. Still, Brown was able to navigate the new landscape, on short notice, fairly well. The Tar Heels were rated 61st in the 2019 recruiting rankings when he took over. They promptly dropped into the 80s as several prospects decided to reopen their recruitment after speaking to Brown. By the December signing day, UNC was up to No. 36, and by adding five more signees last Wednesday, the Heels jumped to 32nd. That’s down 12 from last year but nowhere near as bad as things looked in early December. The Heels added five threestars, four of them on defense. They group includes the high-

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NC State coach Dave Doeren lost a four-star running back recruit to Georgia Tech, but he rebounded by poaching three-star Jordan Houston from Maryland on National Signing Day. est-rated in-state player who didn’t sign in December — defensive tackle Wisdom Asaboro of Matthews. They also signed linebacker Eugene Asante, DB Don Chapman, JUCO defensive end Ray Vohasek and offensive lineman Ty Murray. Here’s a look at how the other FBS schools in the state did: Appalachian State The Mountaineers also welcomed a new coach right before the early period. As a result, Eliah Drinkwitz was only able to bring in nine players in December. App added another nine, including the top-rated recruit in program history — three-star quarterback David Baldwin-Griffin. Three-star receiver Raykwon Anderson — one of the UNC recruits that left after meeting with Brown in December — is also one of App’s top five highest-rated recruits ever. Drinkwitz also added three of-

fensive linemen, two athletes — three-star Emmanuel Jenkins and Charlotte’s Benjamin Williams — and a DB. When the dust cleared, the Mountaineers were ranked No. 101, a 12-spot jump from last season. Charlotte Another team with a new coach, the 49ers signed just nine players in December. Coach Will Healy added five late signees and three transfers. The February signees are led by three-star receiver Noah Henderson. He’s joined by two other receivers — Jamel Brown and three-star Micaleous Elder. Charlotte also added a tight end and a linebacker. Transfers include LB Brelin Faison-Walden (Penn State) from Greensboro, DB Marquill Osborne (Tennessee) from Corenlius and QB Brett Kean (USF). The high school recruits (transfers aren’t included in the rankings) put Charlotte at No. 127, down 16 from last year.

East Carolina The Pirates hit the ground running under new coach Mike Houston, signing 18 players in December. ECU added three signees last week, all three-stars. JUCO signee Zech Byrd is a 6-foot-7 tight end who helped lead Garden City to the NJCAA National Championship Game last season. He initially committed to Florida coming out of high school and was a JUCO teammate of current Pirates DB Warren Saba in 2017, when he redshirted due to injury. ECU also added a pair of defensive linemen in Rick D’Abreu and Immanuel Hickman. D’Abreu put up a high school stat line for the ages, getting 31 solo tackles, 13 TFL, 10 QB pressures and seven sacks in three games as a senior before getting injured. Hickman was a two-way player in high school, who played tight end while splitting time on defense between linebacker and defensive end. Houston’s first Pirates class

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By Brett Friedlander North State Journal PITCHERS AND catchers are starting to trickle into major league spring training camps. But for college baseball, the regular season is already here with opening games scheduled throughout the state on Friday. Seven teams from North Carolina earned spots in the NCAA tournament last year, with North Carolina making it all the way to Omaha for the College World Series. How will those teams fare this year? Here’s a look at all the state’s most prominent teams line up. UNC Coach Mike Fox’s Tar Heels return many of the key pieces from that World Series team, especially on the mound where right-handers Gianluca Dalatri (if he can stay healthy) and Austin Bergner are a formidable 1-2 punch in the rotation and preseason Collegiate Baseball All-American Caden O’Brien anchors a solid bullpen. Offensively, junior first baseman Michael Busch is back, looking to build on a 2018 season in which he led the team with 13 homers and 63 RBI while hitting .317. NC State The Wolfpack has been picked to finish fourth in the ACC’s Atlantic Division. But despite those low expectations and some key losses, most notably conference Pitcher of the Year Brian Brown, coach Elliott Avent’s team still has the potential to make some noise this season. State’s lineup is still potent with preseason All-American Will Wilson back at shortstop and rising star Patrick Bailey behind the plate. Six-foot-7 left-hander Kent Klyman is a workhorse who led the team with 31 appearances and eight wins last season out of a bullpen that figures to be called on often thanks to a starting rotation in need of retooling.

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Duke pitcher Graeme Stinson is a preseason All-American and considered a top prospect for this year’s Major League Baseball draft. Duke The Blue Devils won a school-record 45 games, advanced to a Super Regional for the first time ever and came one win from getting to Omaha last season. Although coach Chris Pollard lost most of his offensive production from that team, including second-round MLB draft pick Griffin Conine, he does return some strong arms around which to rebuild. The pitching staff is anchored by preseason All-American Graeme Stinson, a projected top-five prospect in this year’s draft, and fellow southpaw Adam Laskey. The good news for Duke is that one of the few remaining bats in the lineup belongs to sophomore first baseman Joey Loperfido, who led the team with a .315 average in 2018. Wake Forest Tom Walter’s Deacons took a step back last year after losing the bulk of their lineup to graduation and the draft. But with eight of nine starters back, along with two of their three weekend starters, the potential is there for a quick bounce back. Senior second baseman Jake Mueller was a second-team AllACC pick in 2018 and is the top returning hitter at .303. Outfielders Chris Lanzilli and DJ Poteet provide power in the middle of the batting order after tying for the team lead with nine homers each as freshmen, while six-game winner Colin Peluse and fellow right-hander Morgan McSwee-

The Pirates won the American Athletic Conference title and accomplished their goal of hosting an NCAA regional last season. But their hopes of making a first-ever trip to Omaha were dashed with a loss to in-state rival UNC Wilmington. With this bulk of a potent lineup back, led by 2018 conference Player of the Year Bryant Packard (.406, 14 homers) and power-hitting first baseman Spencer Brickhouse (10 homers), coach Cliff Godwin has a team that could go even deeper into the postseason this year. The big question is whether ECU can finally find some consistency from a pitching staff led by juniors Trey Benton and Jake Agnos, and hard-throwing sophomore Gavin Williams. UNCW When you’ve built a program as successful as the one coach Mark Scalf has with the Seahawks, you don’t rebuild. You reload. And that’s what it appears UNCW has done after earning its fifth Colonial Athletic Association championship and ninth NCAA regional appearance a year ago. The Seahawks were picked to finish second in the CAA this spring and placed four players on the preseason all-conference team — sophomore shortstop Greg Jones, junior third baseman Cole Weiss, junior outfielder Kep Brown and junior Jackson Meadows, who split time between the outfield and infield in 2018. Campbell The Camels are the favorites to repeat as Big South champions after a season in which they won both the league’s regular season and tournament titles. A big reason for the high hopes is the return of conference batting champion Matthew Barefoot, who enters 2019 as the Big South preseason Player of the Year after hitting .364 with 18 doubles and 33 steals a year ago. Joining him on the roster are 15 returning letter winners, including top starting pitcher Michael Horrell and closer Tyson Messer, both of whom joined Barefoot as presea-

son all-league selections. NC A&T Like Campbell, the Aggies have been picked to repeat as conference champions and to return to the NCAA tournament for the second straight year. Among their top returners are first-team preseason All-MEAC pitcher Michael Johnson and A.J. Hunt, along with second-team selection Zach McLean at first base. Best of the rest UNC Greensboro stands a strong chance at getting into the NCAA tournament field this season after winning the Southern Conference regular season championship a year ago, then falling just short in the league tournament. The Spartans are led by preseason league Player of the Year Caleb Webster, who hit .380 and scored 51 runs in 2018. Charlotte returns its top hitter Harris Yett (.323, six home runs, 37 RBI) from a team that went 34-24 last spring, but the 49ers need to improve on a 12-15 mark on the road to make any movement up the Conference USA standings. High Point also enters the new season with high hopes after winning 34 games and falling to Campbell in the Big South tournament championship game. The Panthers return all but one of their key pitchers and most of the big bats that helped them lead the conference in batting average and homers — including seniors Conner Dunbar, Daniel Millwee and JJ Woodard. Appalachian State looks to build on a late surge that saw it earn 10 of its 18 wins over the final 19 games of the 2018 season. The Mountaineers are counting on sophomore pitcher Will Sprinkle and the bats of classmates Alex Leshock, Bailey Welch and Kendall McGowan to keep the momentum going. Finally, Western Carolina returns seven players that started 29 or more games from a team that won just 11 games last season, led by Southern Conference All-Freshman infielder Justice Bigbie, while NC Central looks to ride the bat of 2018 MEAC Player of the Year Corey Joyce, who led the conference in average (.358), hits (64) and walks (32).

The Wolfpack had the most February signing day drama. Despite being committed to NC State since May, four-star running back Jamious Griffin chose not to sign in December, continuing to shop around. He took January official visits to Louisville and Auburn, then flipped to Georgia Tech. The Wolfpack replaced him by flipping Jordan Houston from Maryland. In addition to the three-star, who is rated the No. 8 all-purpose back in the senior class, the Pack added safety Cecil Powell, a two-sport athlete who also ran middle distances and did long jump in track. State also added graduate transfer Tabari Hines, a receiver who has split his college career between Wake Forest and Oregon. The two high school additions to the 18 players State signed in December put the Wolfpack at No. 29, down three from last year. Wake Forest The Deacs took care of most of their business in December, signing 20 players. The only February addition was three-star DB Isiah Essissima. The class comes in at No. 53 nationally, up 11 from last year. Duke The Blue Devils stood pat in February after signing 20 players in December. Duke comes in at No. 46, up 17 from last year. FCS Rankings The in-state FCS programs that were rated by one of the major recruiting networks are: Western Carolina: 151 (up 13); NC Central: 193 (unrated last year); NC A&T: 205 (down 7); Elon: 216 (down 12); and Gardner-Webb: 236 (down 27).

NC STATE from page B1 the same night,” coach Kevin Keatts said after the game. “I’m excited to get the win. As you guys know, in the ACC any road win is golden.” It’s especially important now that talk of ACC Tournament seedings and NCAA Tournament bids are starting to become more than just internet clickbait. While there’s no exact science when it comes to gauging which criteria the NCAA Selection Committee will deem most important from year to year, the Wolfpack’s current RPI of 114 and 193 strength of schedule could potentially lead to some sleepless nights between now and Selection Sunday. The good news is that in the new College NET rankings, which are supposedly going to carry more weight than the old RPI, State stands at a much more palatable 35. Keatts said he and his staff don’t pay much attention to things such as computer rankings, at least not with a month still left in the regular season. At the same time, he admitted that he has a clear-cut preference when it comes to the choice between RPI and NET. “If our NET is (35) and our RPI is 120-something, I’m going to side with the NET now,” he said Monday on the ACC’s weekly coaches teleconference. “Hopefully, that’s what the (Selection Committee) decides to go by. “But I don’t think anybody’s figured out anything. I do know this: The RPI was outdated and doesn’t factor in a lot of stuff. We’re all, as basketball coaches, trying to figure out the NET.” One thing Keatts already knows is that if his team gets on a roll and strings some wins together, especially with the upcoming schedule, it won’t have to concern itself with trivial matters such as computer rankings and bubble watches. That makes Wednesday’s home game against Syracuse just as important as the one the Wolfpack just played at Pitt. It promises to be even more challenging because the confounding 2-3 zone defense that has become the Orange’s trademark under coach Jim Boeheim. “Going into the game, you’ve got to have a good mixture of what you’re going to do offensively and defensively against them. And you have to make some shots,” Keatts said. “I think we’ll have a good balance after a couple of games concentrating on our defense and, obviously, playing against their zone that’s really effective.”

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Byron takes poll to put Hendrick up front again for Daytona 500 Charlotte native hopes to become the first pole-sitter to win the Great American Race since 2000 By Mark Long The Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — William Byron put Hendrick Motorsports in a familiar position: on the pole for the Daytona 500. His bigger goal is to make the starting spot pay dividends for the NASCAR powerhouse. The 21-year-old Charlotte native and 25-year-old teammate Alex Bowman locked in the front row for “The Great American Race” during qualifying laps Sunday at Daytona International Speedway. They comprise the youngest front row in Daytona 500 history. The coveted starting spot hasn’t meant much for NASCAR’s season opener over the last two decades, though. The last Daytona 500 pole-sitter to win the race was Dale Jarrett in 2000. The last four — Hendrick’s Jeff Gordon, Chase Elliott (twice) and Bowman — have failed to notch a top-10 finish. “To have them on top of each other means the organization did a heck of a job,” Hendrick said. “This is the deal to sit on the pole at Daytona.” Byron and Bowman edged the other two Hendrick drivers: seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson and fan favorite Chase Elliott. “That’s a pretty amazing feat, I feel,” said longtime Hendrick crew chief Chad Knaus, who is entering his first season with Byron after 18 years with Johnson. Knaus and Johnson landed the Daytona 500 pole in their first race together in 2002. After splitting with Johnson at the end of last season, Knaus essentially repeated the feat with Byron. “I think it’s huge,” Knaus said. “We’ve had a lot of late nights, a lot of long hours. The last time I came here with a new driver, we sat on the pole. This is really special for me.” Byron reached a top speed of 194.304 mph in the final round of qualifying, nearly two-tenths of a second faster than Bowman (194.153). “I thought we were going to be somewhere in the hunt,” Byron said. “I was excited to get down here and see what we had. It’s really cool.”

The rest of the 40-car lineup will be set by Thursday’s two qualifying races. Thirty-six of those spots are already filled because of NASCAR’s charter system. Former Hendrick driver Casey Mears and Tyler Reddick secured two of the remaining spots in the Daytona 500. They posted the top speeds of the six drivers vying for four open spots in NASCAR’s season opener. “I really feel like we’ll be able to be competitive,” Mears said. “I can tell you this: I’ve been at Daytona with a lot less and ran inside the top five.” Joey Gase, Ryan Truex, Parker Kligerman and Brandan Gaughan likely will have to race their way into the 500 during the qualifying races. Two of them will make it, and the other two won’t. Byron and his teammates will spend the week being lauded as the Daytona 500 favorites. They also will try to stay out of trouble in the qualifying races. “We want to take care of the cars for sure,” Hendrick said. “We don’t want to put the cars in any unnecessary harm’s way. It’s kind of a twoedge sword on the front row. You don’t want to take a chance of tearing up a really good car, but you’ve got to figure out what to race.” Hendrick has been outspoken about how difficult the 2018 season was on the organization, calling it one of the worst in team history. The Hendrick cars were mediocre at best — Johnson failed to win for the first time in his Cup career — and it took 22 races for the organization to get its first victory. The final tally included three victories for Elliott and no drivers in the championship-deciding finale for the second consecutive year. Hendrick responded by splitting up Johnson and Knaus, tasking Knaus with building another team around Byron. A new racing package in 2019 also should benefit Bowman and Byron because neither had much experience under the old rules. For at least one day or maybe even a week, the moves are paying off. “You work all these years coming down here and you want all the cars to run well,” Hendrick said. “And if you have one up front and a couple in the back, in the middle; but this is a tribute to our organization, the engine shop, the chassis, body shop, and the teams to come down here and run with four cars running that good. I can’t believe it.”

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William Byron, a native of Charlotte, earned the poll for Sunday’s season-opening Daytona 500.

HIGH POINT from page B1 al.” On this occasion, it was Torpey’s Panthers that strung together the decisive fourth-quarter spurt. The key to the outburst was junior Davis Sampere’s ability to win faceoffs and maintain control of the ball for his team. Chris Young and Koby Russell each scored twice during the six-goal run while last year’s Southern Conference Player and Rookie of the Year Asher Nolting and Ben Baker added one goal apiece. The Blue Devils tried to come back by scoring the next two goals, but the combination of Troutner in net and an insurance tally by Young allowed High Point to run out the clock without an abundance of drama. It was a victory that was celebrated by a wild dog pile on the field and eventually, a smile or two from Torpey. But even though the Panthers aren’t scheduled to play again until Saturday against Drexel, the veteran coach began to move on from it as soon as the

obligatory 24-hour rule expired. He said it’s more important to keep working toward the goal of winning the Southern Conference and earning an NCAA Tournament bid than to risk losing focus over one early-season win. At the same time, he acknowledged that the upset of Duke was a significant event that could have a lasting impact on how his fledgling program is viewed nationally. “For the people outside our locker room, it’s like, ‘Who are these guys, what’s their deal, what’s their story?’” Torpey said. “But I say it all the time: We’re not a team, we’re a program. We’re a group of guys that do a lot of things the right way. “I’ve had people ask how’d you beat them? What did you do? And I say there’s a lot of work that goes into it. It’s the same approach every day for three or four years so that guys feel like they can do it without thinking. There’s so much stickwork, movement, ball spacing work and individual skill development, not the kind of thing normal people would want to put the time and effort into doing.”

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Hornets guard Kemba Walker and Charlotte native and Warriors guard Stephen Curry are two of several players with ties to North Carolina at this weekend’s NBA All-Star 2019 events in Charlotte.

NBA All-Stars come — and come back — to NC Weekend of festivities in Charlotte will feature several players with ties to the state By Shawn Krest North State Journal IT’S A COUPLE YEARS later than expected, but the NBA AllStar Weekend will take place in Charlotte this weekend. The Hornets were originally supposed to host the rest of the league two years ago, but the game was moved during fallout over state law H.B. 2. Now, free of any political baggage, the All-Star Game and the rest of the NBA’s activities that go along with it will come to Charlotte. There will be plenty of players with connections to the state participating in the events as well. Hornets guard Kemba Walker was voted by the fans as one of the game’s starters. He was drafted by team captain Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks and will start for Team Giannis against LeBron James’ squad. This is Walker’s third straight All-Star Game and first as a starter. He’s the first Charlotte player to make three straight teams since Glen Rice in 1996-1998. Walker is just the seventh different Charlotte player to be named an All-Star, and his appearance this year will be the 13th for the city’s franchise. Walker is also the third Charlotte player to start the game, joining Larry Johnson (1993) and Eddie Jones (2000). Walker earned the starting gig in his home arena by averaging 25.1 points and 5.7 assists per game this season. Joining Walker in the Team Giannis starting lineup will be Charlotte native Steph Curry, of Golden State. This will be Curry’s sixth straight All-Star appearance and sixth consecutive start. He was Antetokounmpo’s first selection in the All-Star Draft. Curry is averaging 28.6 points per game this year, his highest average in three years. His .449 shooting percentage on threes is also his highest in three years. James will be reunited with a former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate after choosing former Duke one-and-done Kyrie Irving for his starting lineup. Irving is in his second year with the Celtics and averaging 23.6 points and 6.9 assists per game. This will be Irving’s sixth AllStar Game and third in a row. He’s making his fourth start, also his third in a row. Irving is the eighth Duke player to be named an All-Star. He already is the school’s all-time leading scorer in the game, with 92 points. He’ll tie Grant Hill for the most appearances by a Duke play-

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Celtics point guard Kyrie Irving, who spent one year at Duke, will play for Team LeBron at the NBA All-Star Game this weekend in Charlotte. er in the game — Hill was selected seven times but didn’t appear in one of the games. Duke is also well-represented in the other All-Star 2019 events. Former Blue Devils All-American Jay Williams will play in the Celebrity Game on Friday night. Williams’ NBA career was cut short by injury, and he’s now an ESPN college analyst. Also playing in the celebrity game will be longtime Carolina Panthers’ wide receiver Steve Smith. Following the Celebrity Game, the NBA will feature its young players in the Rising Stars game. The rosters are made up of the top young American players pitted against the best young players from the rest of the world. Two recent Duke stars will play for Team U.S.: Marvin Bagley III and Jayson Tatum. Bagley, who led the Blue Devils last year, is averaging 13.3 points and 7.0 rebounds for Sacramento as a rookie. Tatum, a 2016-17 Blue Devil, is averaging 16.4 points and 6.3 rebounds in his second season with the Celtics. They’ll be joined on U.S. team by Wake Forest’s John Collins. In his second year in the league, Collins is averaging 19.3 points and 9.8 rebounds with the Hawks. Tatum and Collins will then need to rest up, because both will be competing on All-Star Saturday Night. Tatum will participate in the Skills Challenge, which leads off the evening. The timed challenge tests a player’s speed, dribbling and passing ability. Past winners with North Carolina connections include former Hornet Baron Davis (who won after the team moved to New Orleans), Curry and current Hornet Tony Parker (who won with San

Antonio). Curry and Walker will start their weekends a night early, as both All-Stars will take part in the 3-Point Contest. Curry won in 2015 and will be making his sixth appearance. He’ll be competing against his brother, former Liberty and Duke shooting star Seth Curry, of Portland. This will be Walker’s second appearance in the contest. He finished third in 2017. He becomes the third Hornet to participate in multiple 3-Point Contests, joining the Curry brothers’ father, Dell, (twice) and Rice (three times). Scott Burrell is the only other Charlotte player to ever participate. Former Tar Heel Danny Green, now of the Raptors, will also be competing in the 3-Point Contest for the first time. Previous winners with a connection to the state include former Charlotte 49ers coach Mark Price, who won twice with Cleveland, former Hornet Rice (who won with Miami), Irving and Curry. Perhaps the highlight of the weekend is the Slam Dunk contest. Three of the four competitors in this year’s dunk off have Carolina connections. Hornets rookie Miles Bridges will become the seventh Charlotte player to compete and first since Gerald Wallace in 2010. Collins will also be competing, along with former NC State star Dennis Smith Jr. who is making is second straight appearance. Past winners include NC State guard Spud Webb, former Tar Heel Michael Jordan (twice), former Tar Heel Vince Carter, onetime Hornet Dwight Howard (with Orlando) and Raleigh native John Wall, who won as part of a three-man team.

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Pendo earns global prominence; commits to 500+ jobs with Raleigh HQ Once a small team working out of a Raleigh office-share, software company now set to open fifth worldwide location while confirming plans to employ more than 800 at new Raleigh headquarters By David Larson North State Journal RALEIGH — Pendo, a fast-growing tech company started in Raleigh, was recently named the “Software Company of the Year” at the 2018 NC Tech Awards, and has just announced an expansion that will establish a permanent headquarters in Raleigh, bringing with it 590 new jobs over the next five years. This company, now known around the world, began with a small team working out of downtown co-working space HQ Raleigh. The idea for Pendo came in the fall of 2013 when Todd Olson, who led the product team at Rally Software, saw an unfilled need for a platform that improves the user experience across software programs. Many companies were having to create their own answer to this problem from scratch. “I experienced the pain firsthand,” Olson told North State Journal. “And I started speaking with people with similar backgrounds, and they would say, ‘Yeah, that would be really useful.’ So, I knew I had something.” By the end of the year, he had convinced three others to join him as co-founders, and by New Year’s Day of 2014, they launched Pendo out of HQ Raleigh’s original location, which . “It’s really about making sure people use software products well,” said Olson about the purpose of Pendo’s product. “Imagine you go to use something and you get confused; you can’t figure it out. There’s a higher likelihood that you’re going to leave and find another piece of software that’s easier to use. So, we help improve

the experience of software applications.” Coding from day one Like most new companies, Pendo had basic business needs starting out. But Todd and team didn’t want things like real estate, business filings or internet plans to distract from the important software development work required to launch a new product. “The last company that I started, I had to get office space, sign a long-term lease, get furniture, coffee, internet, you name it,” Olson said. “I lost a couple months just doing stupid things that had nothing to do with the business.” By setting up shop in HQ, this process was much smoother this time. “We signed that HQ lease and started coding day one,” he said. “There was no delay. As an entrepreneur, it was game-changing. We could jump right in and start solving real problems.” Another benefit of signing with HQ is Pendo had the opportunity to scale operations seamlessly as they grew. After nearly a year in a one-person suite, the company moved to a five-person suite. Growing in Raleigh Building a product from nothing is always a challenge, and it took around 10 months to build this product and get companies to begin adopting it into their software. By late 2015 though, Pendo had raised Series A funding and was ready to make a bigger splash. When asked if he was surprised at how quickly the company has grown since then, Olson said, “If you asked me whether I thought we’d have a 250-person company in two years, I would have been crazy to say yes. Having said that, each year, we set goals and we’ve hit them. So we start the year saying, ‘We’re going to do this,’ and we’ve been the kind of company that does it year in and year out. But it’s always cool when things work out the way you hope they will.”

At first, investors and clients would raise eyebrows at the mention of Pendo’s Raleigh homebase. It was a bit of a risk initially not to be located in Silicon Valley, but now their success and reputation overshadows any doubt about location. “I still hear from at least somebody every day that says, ‘Raleigh? Really?’ but the reality is, at this point, it doesn’t matter anymore. At our scale and our size, it doesn’t matter where you’re located. We’ve built a great company here; we love the area. We’ve committed to it, as we’ve recently announced, and we’re happy to be here.” Pendo has continued to grow, and now they inhabit much of the Wells Fargo Building on Fayetteville Street in the heart of downtown Raleigh. However, Olsen estimates that they will outgrow their current location within the next two to three years, and because so few existing buildings have enough space to accommodate the expected 800-plus employees, he expects to sign a lease in one of Raleigh’s newest downtown real estate projects, a building set to open in timing with the expansion. The group expects to make a decision in the first quarter of next year and to move by 2022. Still setting big goals Major companies around the world are using Pendo, as are companies with a local presence, like Citrix and Dude Solutions. In terms of immediate big plans for the new year? Nothing big. They simply plan to spend 2019 doubling the size of their business, opening a new office in Europe and launching a new product. These plans might sound a bit ambitious until you learn that Pendo more than doubled revenue over the last year and the office in Europe will actually be their fifth — besides Raleigh, the company has offices in San Francisco, New York and Israel.

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The First Edenton Masquerade Ball To Take Place At Wessington House Anyone calling The Tar Heel State home knows North Carolina is a state steeped in history and tradition. One need no further evidence than our storied nickname for proof – a moniker referring to the courage displayed by North Carolina soldiers during the Civil War. So, annual festivals and events commemorating our cultural and historical milestones abound – each an opportunity to reflect on and pay homage to a colorful past. The public power community of Edenton is no exception. This Saturday, February 16, the city will pull out all the stops, with a black-tie celebration in one of its landmark buildings. It’s the first annual Masquerade Ball. Sponsored by The Edenton Historical Commission, which exists to preserve local history for the education and enjoyment of visitors and locals alike, this event will take place at Wessington House – one of North Carolina’s most opulent and storied homes. Built in 1850, the 10-room, two-story mansion is the perfect backdrop for this fundraiser, a party that encourages, but does not require, guests to wear masks. The event runs 7 to 10 p.m. and will include a musical performance by Broadway star Randall Keith, an open bar, and hors d’oeuvres. Visit http:// ehcnc.org/masquerade/ to learn more.

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C2 Subsidiary of medical device maker announces layoffs Charlotte A subsidiary of a Texas-based medical device company says it is laying off 65 workers this summer at its North Carolina service center. KCI USA has filed notice with the state that the layoffs will impact its service center near UNC Charlotte. In a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act notice filed with the state, affected positions range from data support to order fulfillment representatives. Company spokeswoman Maggie Fairchild said KCI will continue to employ more than 30 people in the Charlotte area in a workfrom-home capacity. Fairchild also said workers at the San Antonio, Texas, location will also be impacted. KCI is a subsidiary of the privately held medical device manufacturer Acelity Its website says it employs nearly 5,000 people around the world.

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Bankrupt South Texas beef processor sold Corpus Christi, Tx. /Charlotte A South Texas beef processor has been sold to a North Carolina real estate developer at a court-approved bankruptcy auction. Corpus Christi-based Sam Kane Beef Processors had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last month . In a statement, JDH Capital Co. of Charlotte, North Carolina, said it intends to make “meaningful investments in the processing plant and will continue to operate the business as a going concern. The slaughterhouse had agreed in a July federal court settlement to pay nearly $38 million over 18 months that it owed to livestock sellers. Federal law requires nextbusiness-day payment for livestock purchases. That was after the company was accused of violating a January 2017 order by the U.S. Department of Agriculture requiring the slaughterhouse to make payments when due.

Toys R US plans second act under new name New York Toys R Us fans in the U.S. should see the iconic brand re-emerge in some form by this holiday season. Richard Barry, a former Toys R Us executive and now CEO of the new company called Tru Kids Brands, says he and his team are still working on the details, but they’re exploring various options including freestanding stores and shops within existing stores. He says that e-commerce will play a key role. Toys R Us, buckling under competition from Amazon and several billions of dollars of debt, filed for Chapter 11 reorganization in September 2017 and then liquidated its businesses last year in the U.S. as well as several other regions including the United Kingdom.

Norfolk Southern details plan to improve railroad, cut costs Norfolk, Va. Norfolk Southern railroad expects to become significantly more efficient by 2021, and operate with 3,000 fewer employees and 500 fewer locomotives. The railroad detailed its plan to continue improving operations Monday at an investor conference. Norfolk Southern has been working to reduce costs and get more efficient since 2015, but other railroads, particularly eastern rival CSX, have cut expenses and overhauled operations more aggressively over the past several years. Norfolk Southern plans to apply some of the same principles CSX has used successfully to operate its railroad on a tighter schedule with fewer cars and locomotives. Edward Jones analyst Dan Sherman says he thinks the stock price already reflects Norfolk Southern’s plans. Sherman says Norfolk Southern’s success will depend on how well they implement the plan.

In this Jan. 3, 2019, file photo a cashier returns a credit card and a receipt at a McDonald’s window, where signage for job openings are displayed in Atlantic Highlands, N.J. On Tuesday, Feb. 12, the Labor Department reports on job openings and labor turnover for December.

US job openings jump to record high of 7.3 million By Christopher Rugaber The Associated Press WASHINGTON — U.S. employers posted the most open jobs in December in the nearly two decades that records have been kept, evidence that the job market is strong despite several challenges facing the economy. The Labor Department said Tuesday that job openings jumped 2.4 percent in December to 7.3 million. That is the most since records began in December 2000. It is also far greater than the number of unemployed, which stood at 6.3 million that month. Businesses have shrugged off a variety of potential troubles

for the economy in the past two months and kept on hiring. The 35-day partial government shutdown began Dec. 22, and growth in China, Europe and Japan has weakened, threatening U.S. exports. Still, employers added 304,000 jobs in January, the government said earlier this month, the most in nearly a year. The jump in openings in December suggests hiring will likely remain robust. Openings are typically filled within 1 to 2 months. The surge in available jobs indicates that businesses expect demand to remain healthy and that they will need more employees to meet it. Tuesday’s data also showed that

employers boosted hiring in December, while the number of people who quit remained unchanged at a healthy level of about 3.5 million. Higher quits are typically sign of a dynamic job market, as most people quit to take a new job. The number of unemployed typically runs far ahead of job openings, but that switched early last year. That could mean potentially stronger wage gains are in store in the months ahead. With job postings so high at a time that the unemployment rate is at a very low 4 percent, businesses may be forced to pay more to attract the workers they need.

Paychecks are already increasing, though at a modest pace. Average hourly pay rose 3.2 percent in January from a year earlier, the government said earlier this month. That’s near December’s figure of 3.3 percent, which matched the best pay gain in almost a decade. Still, wage increases typically top 4 percent when the unemployment rate is this low. Many industries with the biggest increases in job openings include mostly lower-paying jobs. Restaurants and hotels advertised more than 1 million jobs, 84,000 more than in November. Health care job postings rose 79,000 to 1.2 million. Some higher-paying industries also did well. Professional and business services, which include jobs in fields such as architecture and engineering, rose 82,000 to 1.34 million. Available jobs in manufacturing, meanwhile, fell 67,000 to 428,000. They also dropped in retail and financial services.

Tariffs take toll on whiskey exports in last half of 2018 By Bruce Schreiner The Associated Press LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Retaliatory tariffs caused a sharp downturn in American whiskey exports in the last half of 2018 as distillers started feeling the pain from global trade disputes, an industry trade group said Tuesday. Exports to some key overseas markets gyrated wildly last year for producers of bourbon, Tennessee whiskey and rye whiskey. Overall, U.S. spirits exports in 2018 stayed on another record-setting trajectory, due in part to surging whiskey sales in the months leading up to the tariffs as larger distillers stockpiled supplies, the Distilled Spirits Council said. Other categories including vodka, brandy and rum also had strong overseas sales. But exports would have been much higher without the trade war, it said. “For the first time, data can demonstrate the negative impact of retaliatory tariffs on what had been a booming export growth story,” said Christine LoCascio, the council’s senior vice president for international affairs. “The tariffs are making it more difficult to be competitive in key markets,” she added. The export figures confirmed fears among industry leaders that tariffs would depress overseas sales. But whiskey industry officials have been muted in blaming President Donald Trump and others for the export headaches. American whiskey exports to the European Union — the industry’s biggest export market — fell by 8.7 percent from July through November of last year, compared to the same period in 2017, the group said in its annual report re-

leased in New York. In the first half of 2018, American whiskey exports to the EU surged by 33 percent, it said. Overall global American whiskey exports grew by 28 percent in the first half of 2018, then fell by 8.2 percent from July to November — compared to a year ago — once tariffs took effect, according to the trade group’s export figures, based on numbers supplied by the U.S. government. “That suggests that the tariffs are starting to have a measureable impact on American whiskey exports,” LoCascio said. Despite the volatility, exports for all U.S. spirits recorded another record at almost $1.7 billion through November, the council said. “It would have been a lot stronger if we hadn’t had these tariffs” said council spokesman Frank Coleman. “If not for the tariffs, we would have been popping the corks on the best bottles in our liquor cabinet.” American whiskey makers face retaliatory tariffs in Canada, Mexico, China and Turkey as well as the EU. Those duties amount to a tax, which producers can either pass along to customers through higher prices or absorb shrinking profits. Some large American distillers gained a short-term cushion from trade disputes by stockpiling whiskey supplies in countries ahead of the tariffs. But as the trade disputes continue, they are being hit, too. Smaller distillers didn’t have the luxury of stockpiling. Catoctin Creek Distillery in Virginia has a couple hundred cases of its rye whiskey sitting in a European warehouse. The inventory was built up in anticipa-

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In this June 20, 2018 file photo, Catoctin Creek Distillery whiskey is on display in a tasting room in Purcellville, Va. Retaliatory tariffs caused a sharp downturn in American whiskey exports in the last half of 2018 as distillers started feeling the pain from getting caught up in global trade disputes, an industry trade group said Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019. Catoctin Creek Distillery has a couple hundred cases of its rye whiskey sitting in a European warehouse. The inventory was built up in anticipation of growing European sales in 2018. But since the tariffs took effect, their sales in Italy and Germany have plunged, and its plans of expanding to the United Kingdom are on hold, said its co-founder and general manager, Scott Harris. tion of growing European sales in 2018. But since the tariffs took effect, Catoctin Creek’s sales in Italy and Germany have plunged and its plans of expanding to the United Kingdom are on hold, said its co-founder and general manager, Scott Harris. About 11 percent of its overall 2017 revenues came from Europe. The distillery hoped its European business would increase to onefourth of total revenues in 2018, but “that part just never materialized,” Harris said in an interview. “If we were able to get the tariffs removed, I think we’d be in good shape to really just take off,” he said. For now, Catoctin Creek is absorbing the costs of tariffs for the scaled-back European sales it’s able to make in hopes of maintaining relationships with distributors and staying competitive, Harris said. “For European sales, it means we’re losing money on every bottle,” he said. Asked how long his distillery

can afford to do that, he replied: “I don’t even want to think about it. We might do it for another half of year and see. Honestly, it’s hard to be optimistic at this point.” While exports were a glaring concern, domestic sales of distilled spirits were strong in 2018. The council reported another year of record spirits sales and volumes in the U.S., resulting in continued market share growth. Supplier sales were up over 5.1 percent, rising $1.3 billion to a total of $27.5 billion, while volumes rose 2.2 percent to 231 million cases, it said. “These robust results show adult consumers are continuing to favor spirits over beer and wine, particularly among millennials,” council President and CEO Chris Swonger said. Combined U.S. revenues for bourbon, Tennessee whiskey and rye whiskey rose 6.6 percent, or $224 million, to $3.6 billion in 2018, council said. Domestic volumes rose 5.9 percent to 24.5 million cases.

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Lady Gaga, from left, Jada Pinkett Smith, Alicia Keys, Michelle Obama and Jennifer Lopez speak at the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Los Angeles.

Female acts, rap songs win big at the Grammy Awards North Carolina artists represented across multiple categories; annual awards show highlights female musical performances after 2018 backlash for underrepresentation By Mesfin Fekadu The Associated Press LOS ANGELES — Women and rap triumphed at the Grammys on Sunday as female acts took home top prizes including album of the year and best new artist, and Childish Gambino made history when his hit “This Is America” became the first rap-based track to win record and song of the year. Kacey Musgraves’ country-pop release “Golden Hour” won album of the year, and British singer Dua Lipa won best new artist — a year after female voices were somewhat muted at the 2018 ceremony and the Grammys were criticized for the low number of female nominees. Six women were nominated for best new artist, and five of the eight album-of-the-year nominees were women, including Brandi Carlile, who described herself as “a kid from the ‘90s from Lilith Fair.” “Those women were just dominating those platforms. They were dominating those arena and amphitheater stages. They were getting record deals. They were becoming record executives themselves,” Carlile said. But watching those gains “backslide for the last 20 years has been heartbreaking.” “Tonight gives me hope as a mother of two young daughters,” said Carlile, who won three honors in the Americana category and was the most nominated women with six. Musgraves and Gambino were the night’s top winners, taking home four awards each. “This Is America” also won best music video and best rap/sung performance. Ludwig Goransson, who cowrote and produced Gambino’s song, said he was surprised a rap song had never won in the past. “If you listen to the radio or if just you watch our culture or look at the most downloaded and streamed artists and bought albums, you see what’s at the top and what people listen to and you see what people get inspired by. It’s about time something like this happened,” he said backstage. Gambino’s historic win comes years after rappers have struggled to win in the top categories, including Jay-Z, Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar. Drake, who has lost in the big four categories over the years, told the room of musicians that winning awards isn’t necessary if you have real fans attending your concerts and singing your songs.

Katy Perry, from left, Dolly Parton and Kacey Musgraves perform “Here You Come Again” at the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Los Angeles. Ludwig Goransson, accepts the award for record of the year for “This Is America” at the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Los Angeles.

“Look, if there are people who have regular jobs who are coming out in the rain and the snow, spending their hard-earned money to buy tickets to come to your shows, you don’t need this right here. I promise you. You already won,” said Drake, who won best rap song for “God’s Plan.” He tried to continue speaking but was cut off as the ceremony suddenly went to a commercial. The last time a rapper won album of the year was in 2004 with Outkast. Only a handful of rappers have won best new artist. Cardi B also made history as the first solo fe-

male to win best rap album (Lauryn Hill won as a member of the Fugees at the 1997 Grammys). She was shaking onstage as she tried to give a thank-you speech with her rapper-husband Offset holding her arm. “The nerves are so bad. Maybe I need to start smoking weed,” she said as the audience laughed. “I just want to say thank you everybody that was involved ... I want to thank my daughter.” At the 2018 Grammys, male acts dominated in nominations, and the only woman competing for the top award, Lorde, did not get a chance

to perform onstage. The Grammys kicked off with a group of powerful women, including Michelle Obama, describing the role of music in their lives. “Music has always helped me tell my story,” said Obama, who surprised the audience with her appearance. “Whether we like country or rap or rock, music helps us share ourselves. It allows us to hear one another.” Gaga, Jada Pinkett Smith and Jennifer Lopez also spoke and stood in solidary with Obama, Gaga and Alicia Keys, who hosted the show. “Yes, ladies,” Keys said. “There’s nothing better than this.” Gaga won three Grammys, including best pop duo/group performance for the Oscar-nominated hit “Shallow,” a win she shared with Bradley Cooper. Gaga performed the song solo since Cooper was in London for the British Academy Film Awards. Dolly Parton was honored and performed alongside Miley Cyrus, Musgraves, Maren Morris and Katy Perry. But the country music icon truly shined when she sang “Red Shoes” with country foursome Little Big Town providing background vocals. Yolanda Adams, Fantasia and Andra Day teamed up for a stirring performance of “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” in honor Aretha Franklin, who died last year. Diana Ross earned a standing ovation when she emerged onstage in a bright red dress to perform “Reach Out and Touch (Somebody’s Hand)” and “The Best Years of My Life.” She celebrated her 75th birthday early with the performance,

saying afterward, “Happy birthday to me!” Her actual birthday is March 26. R&B singer H.E.R., who won two R&B awards, stunned as she played her guitar and sang. Chloe x Halle, nominated for two awards, impressed when they sang Donny Hathaway and Roberta Flack’s “Where Is the Love.” Ariana Grande won her first Grammy in the same week that she publicly blasted Grammys producer Ken Ehrlich and accused him of lying about why she was no longer performing at the show. Beck was a double winner during the pre-telecast, taking home best alternative music album and best engineered album (non-classical) for “Colors.” Emily Lazar, one of the engineers who worked on the album and won alongside Beck, was the first female mastering engineer to win in the latter category. Beyonce, Jay-Z, Ella Mai, Pharrell Williams, Hugh Jackman, Sting, Shaggy, Dave Chappelle, “Weird Al” Yankovic, the late Chris Cornell, Greta Van Fleet and even former President Jimmy Carter also picked up early awards ahead of the live show. NC Grammy presence with winners, nominees Best Historical Album Winner: “Voices of Mississippi: Artists and Musicians Documented by William Ferris - William Ferris, April Ledbetter & Steven Lance Ledbetter, compilation producers; Michael Graves, mastering engineer (Various Artists). Ferris is a professor at UNC Chapel Hill. “Voices” won a second Grammy Award for Best Album Notes for David Evans’ liner notes in the 120-page hardback book that accompanies the package. Best Latin Jazz Album Winner: “Back to the Sunset” – Dafins Prieto Big Band, produced by Eric Oberstein. Oberstein is the acting director of Duke Performances. North Carolina was also represented by nominees in these categories: Best New Artist (Luke Combs, Charlotte native), Best R&B Song and Best Rap/Sung Performance (J. Cole, lives in Raleigh), Best Spoken Word Album (David Sedaris, Raleigh native), Best Folk Album (two nominees: Dom Flemons, co-founder of Carolina Chocolate Drops, and Samuel Ervin Beam, lives in Chapel Hill), and Best Metal Performance (Between the Buried and Me band members Dustie Waring and Blake Richardson, Forsyth County natives). North State Journal staff contributed to this story.

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TAKE NOTICE CABARRUS

18 SP 93 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 Mezedo M. Chapman and Larry D. Chapman to Surane and Pross, Trustee(s), which was dated October 27, 2003 and recorded on October 31, 2003 in Book 4957 at Page 311, Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Ser-

GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 18 CVS 2279 NOTICE OF JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CABARRUS Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Patti Fletcher, in her capacity as Administrator of the Estate of Pamela M. Rimer, deceased; Courtney Rimer; Tate Rimer, in her capacity as Heir to the Estate of Pamela M. Rimer, deceased; Christopher Kyle Harrison, in his capacity as Heir to the Estate of Pamela R. Rimer, deceased; FIA Card Services, N.A.; Discover Bank; Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC; Aurora Bank, FSB, as successor in interest to Lehman Brothers Bank, FSB, f/k/a Delaware Savings Bank, FSB; Bank of America, N.A., as successor in Interest to Nationsbanc Mortgage Corporation; Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jeremy B. Wilkins (the “Commissioner”), pursuant to the Order Granting Judgment on the Pleadings entered in the above-captioned

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 759 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Vicki Saunders to Surane and Pross, Trustee(s), dated the 15th day of September, 2006, and recorded in Book 7025, Page 158, 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

18 SP 765 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 Jeremy Sutt and Elizabeth Sutt to Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP, Trustee(s), which was dated August 8, 2005 and recorded on August 8, 2005 in Book 6147 at Page 279, Cabarrus 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 121 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Debra P. Sturdivant to Harold Russell, Trustee(s), dated the 31st day of January, 2012, and recorded in Book 09863, Page 0207, 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 12:00 PM on February 25, 2019 and will

CUMBERLAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18sp924 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CALVIN TAPP AND ANGELA TAPP DATED AUGUST 4, 2008 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 7956 AT PAGE 674 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED JUNE 5, 2015 IN BOOK 9662 AT PAGE 299 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED JUNE 2, 2016 IN BOOK 9873 AT PAGE 55 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED JUNE 28, 2017 IN BOOK 10120 AT PAGE 110 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUN-

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18sp1052 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY LA’VETTE ANGELINA FAIRLEY DATED JANUARY 29, 2010 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8333 AT PAGE 427 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED MARCH 2, 2015 IN BOOK 9602 AT PAGE 407 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 17SP149 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY MIGUEL A CRUZ AND MIGDALIA CRUZ DATED JULY 27, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 6960 AT PAGE 891 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

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1244 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ALEC OESTERLING AKA JAN OESTERLING DATED OCTOBER 13, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8265 AT PAGE 184 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

vices 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 February 18, 2019 at 2:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 166 of Riverwalk Phase I Map 5 Subdivision as shown on Map Book 37 at Page 50 in the Cabarrus County Public Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 2866 Deep Cove Drive Northwest, 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 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 Larry D. Chapman and wife, Mezedo M. Chapman.

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

case on January 7, 2019 (“Order”), and by virtue of the appointment, power and authority contained in that Order, has been authorized and ordered to sell the property commonly known as 5700 Gold Hill Road, Concord, NC 28025 (“Property”). Said Property is secured by the Deed of Trust executed by Pamela Misenheimer Rimer a/k/a Pamela M. Rimer, dated January 14, 1999, and recorded on January 19, 1999, in Book 2420 at Page 250 of the Cabarrus County, North Carolina Registry. The Property shall be sold together with improvements located thereon, towards satisfaction of the debt due by Pamela Misenheimer Rimer a/k/a Pamela M. Rimer, and secured by the lien against such property in favor of Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC. 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 February 19, 2019 at 2:00PM the following described real property (including all improvements thereon) located in Cabarrus County, North Carolina and described as follows: Lying and being in Number Six (6) Township, Cabarrus County,NorthCarolinaandbeingonthesouthsideoftheGold Hill Road, SR 2408, adjoining property of Shirley C. and Fred R. Misenheimer and more particularly described as follows:

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 CABARRUS COUNTY Register of Deeds’ office not more than ten (10) days prior to the date hereof are All Lawful Heirs of Pamela M. Rimer. 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, he

shall remain liable on his 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 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.

BEGINNING at a point in the center line of Gold Hill Road, SR

2408, a corner of Fred R. Misenheimer and runs thence with his line extended, S. 0-05-05 E. (passing an existing pin on line at 28.71 feet) 267.00 feet to a new iron pin; thence N. 8839-43 N. 163.20 feet to a new iron pin; thence N. 0-05-05 W. 266.99 feet to a nail in the center of Gold Hill Road; thence S. 88-39-43 E. 156.64 feet to an existing railroad spike; thence S. 88-43-45 E. 6.56 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 1.00 acres, according to a survey and map by Mel G. Thompson, dated April 3, 1986, to which survey and map reference is hereby made. 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

foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on February 18, 2019 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 52 of Colonial Hills Subdivision, Phase 1, Map 5 as same is shown on a map thereof recorded in Map Book 41 at Page 24 in the Mecklenburg County Public Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 354 Olde North Church Drive, Concord, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder

of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or 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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1261516 (FC.FAY)

property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on February 27, 2019 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all that lot or parcel of land situated in Township No. 1, Cabarrus County, North Carolina and more particularly described as all of Lot 8, as shown on the plat entitled “Final Plat of Magnolia Springs, Phase 1 Map 2” and recorded in Map Book 45 at Page 106 of the Cabarrus County Public Registry, to which plat reference 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 8620 Saucercup Terrace, Harrisburg, NC 28075. 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 Sutt and wife, Elizabeth Sutt.

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

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 60, Litchfield Village Subdivision, Phase 3, Map 2, as same is shown on map thereof recorded in Plat Book 59, at Pages 70 and 71, Cabarrus County, North Carolina Public Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4881 Annelise Drive, Harrisburg, 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

TY 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 10:30AM on February 25, 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 as follows: Being all of Lot 34, in a subdivision known as Brightmoor Addition, and the same is being duly recorded in Book of Plats 86, Page 143, Cumberland County, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 5242 Archer Rd, Hope Mills, NC 28348 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Calvin Tapp and Angela Tapp.

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-

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. 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.

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 February 25, 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 as follows: Being all of Lot Number 38 in a subdivision known as Marlboro and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 32, at Page 5, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 6509 Tareyton Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28314 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are La’vette Angelina

Fairley. 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

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 March 1, 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 as follows: BEING ALL OF LOT 14 IN A SUBDIVISI0N KNOWN AS ASHTON FOREST, SECTION SECTION TWO, AND BEING DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 28, PAGE 42, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. And Being more commonly known as: 1759 Flintshire Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Migual Cruz aka Miguel Cruz and Migdalia Cruz. 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.

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 February 19, 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 as follows: Being all of Lot 324 in a subdivision known as Ponderosa, Section II, according to a plat of same duly recorded in Book of Plat 33, Page 59, Cumberland County Registry. And Being more commonly known as: 498 Warmspring Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28303 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Oberland Properties, LLC. 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-

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-24739-FC02

JEREMY B. WILKINS, Commissioner 5431 Oleander Drive, Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 202-2800 Phone (888) 207-9353 Facsimile

10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 13-056813

The date of this Notice is February 4, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee

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 February 4, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 14-060886

The date of this Notice is January 29, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 17-088805

The date of this Notice is January 28, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 17-095235

North State Journal for Wednesday, February 13, 2019

TAKE NOTICE CUMBERLAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 19SP15 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY STEVEN W. PRATT AND ANGELA PRATT DATED DECEMBER 6, 2006 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 7517 AT PAGE 894 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1472 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY HAROLD HOUSTON DATED AUGUST 31, 1998 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 4931 AT PAGE 619 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

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18sp1199 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ROBERTO LIRIANO AND XIOMARA LIRIANO DATED AUGUST 28, 2006 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 7347 AT PAGE 078 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

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18sp871 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY MEGAN N. KAUFFMAN AND TIMOTHY J. KAUFFMAN DATED MAY 4, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8150 AT PAGE 745 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 hold-

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1062 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY DARRELL R BILL DATED MARCH 22, 2007 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 7539 AT PAGE 421 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED APRIL 25,2013 AT BOOK 9171, PAGE 821 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

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1235 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CHRISTOPHER A. ROBERTSON AND SHANNON M. ROBERTSON DATED DECEMBER 10, 2007 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 7767 AT PAGE 399 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 3, 2011 IN BOOK 8757, PAGE 145 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

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1144 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY KYLE LEE GOGGINS AND STEFANIE ANN GOGGINS DATED AUGUST 31, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 08239 AT PAGE 0651 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 hold-

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1210 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY DENNIS M. JONES JR. DATED MAY 17, 2013 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 9193 AT PAGE 839 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 hold-

18 SP 301 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 Steven E. Alexander to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated May 17, 2010 and recorded on June 1, 2010 in Book 08404 at Page 0827, 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 February

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 10:30AM on February 25, 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 as follows: BEING all of Lot 15, Block R, LaGRANGE, Section 9, as shown on map thereof recorded in Book of Plats 34, page 14, Cumberland County Registry. And Being more commonly known as: 226 Ingleside

Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28303 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Steven W. Pratt. 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 February 4, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 17-095535

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 February 19, 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 as follows: BEING all of Lot 95 as shown on a plat entitled “A Revision of a Portion of Hillendale West, Section 2, Part 2,” Plat of which is duly recorded in Book of Plats 45, Page 26, Cumberland County Registry. And Being more commonly known as: 3512 Rolls Ave, Fayetteville, NC 28311 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Unknown Heirs

of Harold Houston. 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),

or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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 February 25, 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 as follows: BEING ALL OF LOT 173, IN A SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS BRIGHTMOOR, PHASE 8, SECTION 1, THE SAME BEING DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 83, PAGE 14 CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. And Being more commonly known as: 5634 La Costa Dr, Hope Mills, NC 28348 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the

records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Roberto Liriano and Xiomara Liriano. 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

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 10:00AM on March 1, 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 as follows: BEING ALL OF LOT 3 in a Subdivision known as “ARRAN HILLS, SECTION 9”, according to a plat of same duly recorded in Book of Plats 38, Page 48 of the Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 6342 Pawling Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28304 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Megan N. Kauffman. 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. For additional information, please see Auction.com. The date of this Notice is January 29, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee

10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 18-100056

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 February 22, 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 as follows: BEING all of Lot 40, MCKINLEY RESERVE, SECTION TWO, as shown on a plat of the same duly recorded in Plat Book 116, Page 161, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 2135 McKinley Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28311 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Darrell Ray Bill. 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

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 January 22, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400

Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 18-100459

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 February 19, 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 as follows: Being all of Lot No. 3 in a subdivision known as Warrenwood Estates according to a plat of same duly recorded in Book of Plats 25, Page 31, Cumberland County Registry North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 908 Kaywood Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28311 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Christopher A. Robertson and Shannon M. Robertson. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS

Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 18-101043

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 10:30AM on February 25, 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 as follows: BEING ALL OF LOT 10 OF THE VILLAGE AT ASCOT SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN ON PLAT DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 54, PAGE 61, IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA. And Being more commonly known as: 5508 Deep Hollow Ct, Fayetteville, NC 28311 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Kyle Lee Goggins and Stefanie A. Goggins. 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

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 February 4, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee

10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/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 10:00AM on February 19, 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 as follows: BEING all of Lot Number 344 in a subdivision known as COLLEGE LAKES, SECTION TEN, PART ‘B’ and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 37 at Page 72, Cumberland County County Registry, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 520 Carteret Pl, Fayetteville, NC 28311 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Dennis M. Jones, Jr. 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

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 January 28, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells

Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 18-101158

26, 2019 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: A certain lot or parcel of land lying and being in Rockfish Township, Cumberland County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows:

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 Steven E. Alexander. 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.: 18-19735-FC01

Being all of Lot 180, Elk Run, Section Four, according to a plat of same duly recorded in Book of Plats 89, Page 31 Cumberland County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1029 Alexwood Drive, 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 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

The date of this Notice is January 30, 2019. 18-098167 Jonathan Blake Davis Attorney for the Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/

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 February 4, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 18-099979

North State Journal for Wednesday, February 13, 2019

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IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1003 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY DAVID ALLEN JONES DATED NOVEMBER 23, 2016 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 09989 AT PAGE 0630 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1474 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ERIC M THAGGARD AND SHIJUANA MCLAURIN DATED MAY 25, 2006 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 7252 AT PAGE 571 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 hold-

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18 SP 1497 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY WILLIAM R GATES DATED AUGUST 27, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8234 AT PAGE 0756 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

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18SP1473 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY LUIS A. TORRES AND E. JHOSELYN TORRES DATED AUGUST 23, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 6987 AT PAGE 829 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED ON DECEMBER 17, 2012 IN BOOK 9066, PAGE 537 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority con-

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 565 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Valeria A. Sheppard to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 28th day of February, 2008, and recorded in Book 7826, Page 134, 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,

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 984 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Scott B. Kittredge and Dora B. Kittredge (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Scott B. Kittredge) to Liberty Title, Trustee(s), dated the 21st day of May, 2012, and recorded in Book 08910, Page 0242, 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

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority con-

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 1419 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Fatimata Fall Smith and husband, Ricardo Anthony Smith to National Title Network, Trustee(s), dated the 21st day of June, 2013, and recorded in Book 09227, Page 0744, and Correction Affidavit in Book 09292, Page 0557, 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 February 18, 2019 and will

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 134 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Carla K. Grant to Laurel A. Meyer, Trustee(s), dated the 4th day of September, 2015, and recorded in Book 9718, Page 263, 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

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 10:00AM on February 19, 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 as follows: BEING all of Lot No. 12 on a plat entitled “SUNNYFIELD FARMS”, recorded in Plat Book 130, page 131, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 2821 Sunnyfield Ln, Linden, NC 28356

The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are David Jones. 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 January 28, 2019. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 18-101212

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 10:30AM on February 19, 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 as follows: BEGINNING at an iron stake located in the southern margin of River Road, J. A. Bynum’s corner, said stake also being located on a chord of South 84 degrees 22 minutes East 149.0 feet from the intersection of the eastern margin of the 20.5 foot paved right of way of River Road with the center line of the 16 foot paved right of way of Stone Street and running thence with the southern margin of River Road on a chord of South 84 degrees 22 minutes East 136.80 feet to an iron stake in said margin, thence South 7 degrees 01 minutes West 158.4 feet to an iron stake in said margin, thence South 73 degrees 01 minutes West 70.65 feet to an iron stake, thence North 14 degrees 30 minutes West 197.60 feet to the point of BEGINNING.

Subject to a 10 foot wide sanitary sewer easement located adjacent to and paralleling the rear property line. And Being more commonly known as: 5549 River Rd, Hope Mills, NC 28348 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Eric M. Thaggard. 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

ment prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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 February 19, 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 as follows: Being all of Lot 20, in a subdivision known as Longview Acres, Section One, according to a plat of the same being duly recorded in Plat Book 35, Page 52, Cumberland County Register, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 641 E Raynor Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28311 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are William R. Gates. 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

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 February 19, 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 as follows: Being all of Lot 137 as shown on a plat entitled RUNNYMEADE ACRES, SECTION TWO according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Plat Book 111, Page 182, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina Registry. And Being more commonly known as: 3823 Talus Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28306

The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Luis A. Torres and E. Jhoselyn Torres. 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.

at 12:00 PM on February 18, 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 100 of Green Valley Estates, Section Three, Part 2, as shown on a plat of same duly recorded in Book of Plats 42, Page 11, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1527 Trevino 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-

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 pri-

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 no-

February 25, 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: The land referred to herein below is situated in the County of Cumberland, State of North Carolina, and is described as follows: Being all of Lot 12, Block D of Scotty Hills Homes, according to a plat of same being duly recorded in Plat Book 22, Page 14, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, and being the same property conveyed to Mary Elizabeth Kittredge wife of Scott B. Kittredge by deed recorded in Book 7600, Page 480, aforesaid registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3502 Drayton Road, 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

tained in a judgment bearing the caption “Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Lake Country Mortgage Loan Trust 2005-HE1 vs. Lawrence Dyer, Jr.; Ella M. Dyer; Empire Acceptance Company, Inc.; Conseco Finance Corp.; and Substitute Trustee Services, Inc., Substitute Trustee, Defendants” 18 CVS 5477 Cumberland County and pursuant to the terms of the judgment, the undersigned Commissioner will offer for sale that certain property as described below. Said sale will be held in the City of Fayetteville, Cum-

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: The land referred to herein below is situated in the County of Cumberland, State of North Carolina, and is described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in City of Fayetteville, Seventy-First Township, Cumberland County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Unit 125, of The Enclave at Treyburn, Phase VIII, Building 4 as shown on a plat recorded in Condominium Book 8, Pages 53 and 54, of the Cumberland County, North Carolina Registry. Including the Unit located thereon; said Unit being located at 1317 Kershaw Loop, Unit 125, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel ID: 9477-71-4879-125 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 45-21.23.

designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on February 18, 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. Forty-One (41) in a Subdivision known as Legion Hills, Section Two, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 91, Page 121, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3605 Lubbock Drive, Hope Mills, 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 convey-

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

berland County, North Carolina at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, February 25, 2019 at the courthouse door 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 684, in a subdivision known as CLIFFDALE WEST, SECTION THIRTEEN and the same being duly recorded in Plat Book 61, page 112, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

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),

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

The date of this Notice is January 30, 2019. 18-101578 Jonathan Blake Davis Attorney for the Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/

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 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agree-

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Or-

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-

The property is being sold “as is”, without warranties, subject to all taxes, special assessments and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Any assessments, costs or fees resulting from the sale will be due and payable from the purchaser at the sale. A cash deposit or certified check (no personal check) in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the high bid will be required at the time of the sale.

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-

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-

Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 18-103175

der 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 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is January 30, 2019. 08-109579 Jonathan Blake Davis Attorney for the Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/

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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1116299 (FC.FAY)

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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1181835 (FC.FAY)

The sale will be held open for ten days for upset bids as required by law. This the 25th day of January, 2019. BY: _____________________________ Susan R. Benoit, Commissioner Post Office Box 2505 Fayetteville, NC 28302 (910) 864-6888

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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1216651 (FC.FAY)

CUMBERLAND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1453 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Henry J. Swartout, III and Savannah B. A. Swartout (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Savannah B. Swartout) to Glenn R. Walker, Trustee(s), dated the 2nd day of July, 1998, and recorded in Book 4892, Page 0174, 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

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 978 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Carlton Leak to Joel S. Jenkins, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 19th day of June, 2013, and recorded in Book 9223, Page 219, 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 February 18, 2019 and will

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1508 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Justis Reives (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Lorraine McIver Price and Justis Reives) to Jerry R. Farmer, Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of August, 2001, and recorded in Book 5546, Page 0131, 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,

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1507 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Melvin Franklin and Shasta Irvin to Jerry R. Farmer, Trustee(s), dated the 26th day of February, 2001, and recorded in Book 5412, Page 0617, 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1193 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Keith D. Jackson and Ulrike K. Jackson (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Keith D. Jackson) to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), dated the 15th day of January, 2014, and recorded in Book 09364, Page 0717, 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1272 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Rae Anne Blount, (Rae Blount aka Rae Anne Blount, Deceased) (Heirs of Rae Blount aka Rae Anne Blount: William Blount, McKinley Blount and Unknown Heirs of Rae Blount aka Rae Anne Blount) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Rae Blount aka Rae Anne Blount) to Joel S. Jenkins, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 10th day of February, 2015, and recorded in Book 09592, Page 0232, 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1263 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Christopher Lawrence Holcomb and Wendy L. Darnell to Anthony Warden, Trustee(s), dated the 30th day of October, 2014, and recorded in Book 9534, Page 699, 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 February 25, 2019 and will

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1492

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Kendrick Larone Davis and Cordelia Ann Davis to Old Republic National Title Insurance, Trustee(s), dated the 25th day of July, 2017, and recorded in Book 10137, Page 0842, 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 February 25, 2019 and will

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 879 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Cynthia McQueen Johnson, Unmarried to Joel S. Jenkins, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 11th day of January, 2008, and recorded in Book 7788, Page 0038, 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,

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 February 18, 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 an iron stake in the southern margin of Gales Street, which point is North 87 degrees 00 minutes East 191.8 feet from a concrete marker in the intersection of Gales Street and Stone Street, the control corner, and runs thence with Gales Street North 87 degrees 00 minutes East 180.0 feet to a corner; thence South 12 degrees 30 minutes East 165.0 feet to a corner in the line between the tract of which this is a part and the D.J. Gale tract; thence with Gale’s line South 87 degrees 00 West 180.0 feet to a corner; thence North 12 degrees 30 minutes West 165.0 feet to the BEGINNING. BEING lots 3 and 4 of a part of the James Cameron property located in the Town of Hope Mills. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 5421 Gales Street, Hope Mills, 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 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-

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 Number 1 in a subdivision known as BROOKRIDGE, SECTION 1 and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 107, at page 79, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 5836 Spreading Branch Road, Hope Mills, North Carolina.

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 fore-

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.

after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1247890 (FC.FAY)

location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on February 25, 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. 44 in a subdivision known as LOCKS CREEK, SECTION ONE, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plat 60, Page 59, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1128 Pasture Lane, 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 convey-

location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on February 18, 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: Tax Id Number(s): 9496-76-1876Land Situated in the City of Fayetteville in the County of Cumberland in the State of NC BEING all of Lot 18, Block B, Wells Subdivision, Section III, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 33, Page 34, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1915 Partridge Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Commonly known as: 1915 Partridge Dr., Fayetteville, NC 28304 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

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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1253062 (FC.FAY)

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 February 25, 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 83 in a subdivision known as LAKERIDGE ESTATES, SECTION THREE and the same being duly recorded in Plat Book 62, at page 48, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3460 McChoen Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel Identification No. 0429-83-7306 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

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 39, in a subdivision known as Birch Creek, Section 4, Phase Three, and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plat 99, Page 130, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2917 Marcus James Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

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

on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1254524 (FC.FAY)

Parcel Identification No. 0414-84-2337Property Address: 5836 Spreading Branch Road, 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. 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).

Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on February 25, 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 428, LOCH LOMOND, Section Five, Part One, per plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 36, Page 18, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 425 Perth Street, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Pin # Property address: James Drive, Fayetteville, A.P.N.: 0405-22-6251

0405-22-6251 2917 Marcus NC 28306

ID: 0440-36-2781 known as 3409 CyTrail, Fayetteville, NC 28306

Tax Id: 0440-36-2781 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 45-21.23.

at 12:00 PM on February 18, 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 14, in a subdivision known as SEABROOK HILLS, SECTION 4, according to a plat of the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 32, Page 14, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1087 Torrey Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel Identification No.: 0428-93-4327 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

North State Journal for Wednesday, February 13, 2019

TAKE NOTICE CUMBERLAND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1448 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Vincent Armand Latta and Ginger Z. Latta to William S. Hennessey, Trustee(s), dated the 19th day of December, 2017, and recorded in Book 10223, Page 0760, 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 February 18, 2019 and will sell to the high-

18 SP 744 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 Evan M. Mace a/k/a Evan Michael Mace and Brittani C. Mace a/k/a Brittani Chae Mace to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated June 16, 2014 and recorded on June 20, 2014 in Book 09453 at Page 0027, 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY 18 SP 1268 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jonathan A. Weir and Jennifer Lynn Weir in the original amount of $118,000.00, payable to Secretary of Veterans Affairs, an Officer of the United States of America, dated March 15, 2012 and recorded on March 19, 2012 in Book 8855, Page 837, Cumberland County Registry. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Anchor Trustee Services, LLC 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

17 SP 1206 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 Frederick A. Fripp and Tijuana D. Fripp to H. Terry Hutchens, Trustee(s), which was dated March 27, 2003 and recorded on March 28, 2003 in Book 6038 at Page 323, 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

18 SP 52 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 Christina Anne Moore to Tim, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated March 11, 1994 and recorded on March 17, 1994 in Book 4127 at Page 0507, 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 February 20, 2019 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumber-

18 SP 47 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 Jose Alexander Parrilla and Camelitha L. Parrilla to H Terry Hutchens, Trustee(s), which was dated June 15, 2011 and recorded on June 16, 2011 in Book 08663 at Page 0093 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on July 6, 2016 in Book 09894, Page 0492 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on June 2, 2017 in Book 10104, Page 0172, 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-

18 SP 1444 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 Jennifer M. McHone and Matthew Sides to Laura Rosecrans, Trustee(s), which was dated October 17, 2012 and recorded on October 23, 2012 in Book 09024 at Page 0199, 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

18 SP 1010 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 Samantha Jo Smith and Emmanuel Poage to David W. Allred, Trustee(s), which was dated December 6, 2007 and recorded on December 11, 2007 in Book 7765 at Page 0244, 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

17 SP 1077 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 Ryan Keith Thomson and Morgan L. Thomson to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated September 13, 2013 and recorded on September 16, 2013 in Book 09292 at Page 0444, 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 February 26, 2019 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

est bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: The land referred to herein below is situated in the County of Cumberland, State of North Carolina, and is described as follows:

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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1261521 (FC.FAY)

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 February 18, 2019 at 10:00AM, 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 36 BLOCK “B” in a subdivision known as WESTCHESTER, SECTION 3, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 28, Page 63, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 3366 Chantilly Drive, 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 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 Evan Michael Mace and wife, Brittani Chae Mace. 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 pri-

Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in Cumberland County, North Carolina, at 2:00PM on February 26, 2019, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: Being all of Lot 4, in the Subdivision Southland Pines Section 1, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 81 Page 71, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 409 Southland Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28311. Tax ID: 0530-32-1451 Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant North Carolina General Statutes §105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (0.45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof,

or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owners of the property are Jonathan A. Weir and Gaeun Weir. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to North Carolina Gener-

al Statutes §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 (North Carolina General Statutes §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 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 Substitute 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. Anchor Trustee Services, LLC Substitute Trustee By: _______________anuary N. Taylor, Bar #33512 McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC Attorney for Anchor Trustee Services, LLC 3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 404-474-7149 (phone) 404-745-8121 (fax) jtaylor@mtglaw.com

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 February 19, 2019 at 10:00AM, 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 No. 32 in a Subdivision known as INVERNESS, PHASE TWO, PART ONE, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 107 Page 99, Cumberland County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 3513 Kennicot Court, Fayetteville, NC 28311. 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 Frederick A. Fripp and Tijuana D. Fripp. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and

land County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF UNIT E, BUILDING TWO, PHASE TWO, BARTONS LANDING CONDOMINIUMS, AS RECORDED IN CONDOMINIUM BOOK 2, PAGES 147-152, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, WITH THE OWNERSHIP INTERESTS, PRIVILEGES, APPURTENANCES, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED AND DESCRIBED IN THE DECLARATION OF BARTONS LANDING CONDOMINIUMS RECORDED IN BOOK 3286, PAGE 717, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 683-5 Bartons Landing Place, 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.

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 Christina Anne Moore. 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

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 February 20, 2019 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 10 of the re-recording of the ACORN RIDGE, SECTION 8 SUBDIVISION, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 124, Page 143, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 2223 Puffin Place, Fayetteville, NC 28306. 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 Jose Alexander Parrilla and wife, Camelitha L. Parrilla. 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.: 17-19706-FC01

the county courthouse for conducting the sale on February 20, 2019 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, Rockfish Township, CUMBERLAND County,NorthCarolinaandmoreparticularlydescribedasfollows:

Being the same property conveyed from Curtiss Kuhn and Elicha Kuhn to Jennifer McHone and Matthew Sides by deed recorded February 01, 2008 in Book 7800, page 352 in the registrar’s office of Cumberland County.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 1710 Winnabow Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304. 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 Jennifer Mchone and Matthew Sides. 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.: 15-05384-FC01

property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on February 21, 2019 at 11:00AM, 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 115, in a subdivision known as SOUTHLAND PINES, SECTION 3, PART 2, according to a plat of the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 88 Page 28, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 4774 Deer Lakes Road, Fayetteville, NC 28311. 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 Samantha Jo Smith and Emmanuel Poage. 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

request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 10-24769-FC02

cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot Number 20 in a subdivision known as SOUTH MAIN, SECTION ONE and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 107, at page 98, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

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 Ryan Keith Thomson and wife, Morgan L. Thomson. 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

Beginning at an existing iron rod on the southern right-ofway margin of Green Valley Road, said iron rod being the northern most corner of Tract Two of the land recorded in Deed Book 3547, Page 344 Cumberland County Registry; thence South 15 degrees 55 minutes 18 seconds West 195.50 feet to an iron rod; thence a new line North 57 degrees 26 minutes 30 seconds West 128.62 feet to an iron rod on the eastern right-of-way margin of Green Valley Road; thence with the margin of said road with a curve in a northeasterly direction having a radius of 349.52 feet and an acre length of 203.79 feet, a chord bearing of North 53 degrees 45 minutes 32 seconds East and a chord distance of 200.91 feet to the point and place of beginning. Containing 0.43 acres more or less and being a portion of tract two of the land conveyed to Charles W. Billings and wife, Janice A. Billings as recorded in Deed Book 3547, Page 344 Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being locat-

BEING all of Lot No. TWENTY (20), in a subdivision known as “BEAVER CREEK NORTH, SECTION ONE, PART TWO”, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Plat Book 82, Page 192, Cumberland County, North Carolina Registry. A Map Showing the above described property is recorded in Plat Book 82, Page 192.

Parcel

Identification

No.

0414-52-9746

Property Address: 4048 William Bill Luther Drive, Hope Mills, NC 28348 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 4048 William Bill Luther Drive, 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 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

ed at 3438 Green Valley Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel ID: 0439-43-2911Commonly known as 3438 Green Valley Road, Fayetteville, NC 28311 However, by showing this address no additional coverage is provided

PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-21303-FC01

Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 18-19567-FC01

North State Journal for Wednesday, February 13, 2019

TAKE NOTICE ONSLOW AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 1204 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jonah Lee Rosa and Heather Ann Rosa to A. Grant Whitney, Trustee(s), dated the 20th day of March, 2014, and recorded in Book 4129, Page 571, and Modification in Book 4467, Page 155, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 430 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Aaron B. Suttles and Mary Elizabeth Suttles to National Title Network, Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of March, 2012, and recorded in Book 3743, Page 417, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on February 21, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: ThelandreferredtohereinbelowissituatedintheCounty

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 448 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Kirk C. Langlitz and Melissa D. Langlitz to Henry V. Cunningham, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 22nd day of August, 2013, and recorded in Book 4049, Page 187, in Onslow, NC County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow, NC County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow, NC County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 26 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jacob B. Cruea and Jessie Cruea (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Jacob B. Cruea and Jessie Lynn Cruea) to Echols, Purser & Glenn, PLLC, Trustee(s), dated the 13th day of March, 2009, and recorded in Book 3196, Page 263, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on February 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 877 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Aaron J. Neumann and Hannah R. Neumann to Diedre Rhodes and Donna Bradford, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of March, 2015, and recorded in Book 4278, Page 82, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on February 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the

RANDOLPH 18 SP 279 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 Toney R. Henderson, Loveda Henderson and Judith L. Means to Alie E. Yates, Trustee(s), which was dated May 24, 2006 and recorded on May 30, 2006 in Book RE1975 at Page 408 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on March 8, 2018 in Book 2587, Page 793, 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

18 SP 438 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 Timothy L. Henry to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated March 12, 2013 and recorded on March 27, 2013 in Book RE2330 at Page 1104, 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 February 26, 2019 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

UNION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 480 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Lawrence S. Rosen and Nancy M. Rosen to Laurel A. Meyer, Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of July, 2016, and recorded in Book 6733, Page 561, in Union 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 Union 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

undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on February 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 55 as shown on that plat entitled, “Final Plat Hidden Oaks, Section II-A at Hunter’s Creek” as recorded in Map Book 66, Page 187, Onslow County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 108 Stonewater Lane, Jacksonville, North Carolina.

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 termi-

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.

but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not

more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1243596 (FC.FAY)

is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

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.

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 February 22, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Randolph County, North Carolina, to wit:

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.

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.

ofOnslow,StateofNorthCarolina,andisdescribedasfollows: Being all Lot 50 as shown on that certain map entitled, “Revised Final Plat Showing, Eagle Chase- Lots: 14-17, 21, 22, 26, 27, 29-34, 37, 42, 44-46, 48-57, Richlands Township, Onslow County, NC”, dated April 11, 2011, prepared by John L. Pierce and Associates, P.A. and recorded in Map Book 61, Page 231, Slide N-25 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 123 Eagle Ridge Drive, Beulaville, North Carolina. Parcel

ID:

150393

Commonly known as 123 Eagle Ridge Drive, Beulaville, NC 28518 However, by showing this address no additional coverage is provided 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).

10:00 AM on February 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Onslow, NC, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING ALL of Lot 30 of Chanda’s Ridge as shown on a plat recorded in Map Book 62 Page 39 of the Onslow County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 112 Chandas Place, Maple Hill, 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

for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 5, Block J, as shown on a map entitled, “Section III, Lakeview Estates, Richlands Township, Onslow County, N.C.” prepared by Royden Caulk, Jr., Registered Surveyor, on May 17, 1965, and recorded in Map Book 9, Page 32, Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, reference to which map is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 837 Quail Lane, Richlands, 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

County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 219 as shown on that plat entitled “Final Plat Showing Cherrywoods, Section VIII-A Richlands Township, Onslow County, NC”, prepared for Cherrywoods Developers. Inc., prepared by John L. Pierce and Associates, P.A., dated February 9, 2007 and recorded in Map Book 53, Page 15, Slide L-1830, Onslow County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 149 Wheaton Drive, Richlands, North Carolina.

Being all of Tract Number 4, containing 1.913 acres as shown on that certain map or plat “Division for Ervin Sherrill McNeill, Richland Township, Randolph County, North Carolina,” dated August 3, 1996 and revised November 20, 1996 and drawn by Jerry A. King, PLS, and recorded in Plat Cabinet 47, Slide 17, Randolph County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 160 Leather Road, Seagrove, NC 27341.

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

following

described

property:

All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the City of Asheboro, Asheboro Township, Randolph County, North Carolina and more particularly as follows:

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.

Said property is commonly known as 614 Rushwood Road, Asheboro, NC 27205.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars

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

for sale at the Judicial Center in the City of Monroe, Union County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on February 21, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Union, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 132 of Phase Three of Barbee Farms Subdivision, as same is shown on Plat thereof recorded in Plat Cabinet E, at File 43 and 44 in the Union County Public Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 900 Milkwood Lane, Monroe, North Carolina.

Being all of Lots Nos. 28, 29 and 30 of Rushwood Park Subdivision, as shown on Plat recorded in Plat Book 1, Page 18, 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.

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 c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1227049 (FC.FAY)

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1237127 (FC.FAY)

c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1246413 (FC.FAY)

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1261658 (FC.FAY)

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.: 18-21746-FC01

is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1247526 (FC.FAY)

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TAKE NOTICE UNION 18 SP 454 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 Sean P. Brennan to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), which was dated July 26, 2013 and recorded on July 29, 2013 in Book 06062 at Page 0862, 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

17 SP 229 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 Tammy Neal to Daniel A. Fulco, Trustee(s), which was dated April 28, 2006 and recorded on May 2, 2006 in Book 4148 at Page 901, 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, UNION COUNTY 18 SP 657 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Josh D. Whaley in the original amount of $141,228.00, payable to Union Planters Bank, N.A., dated September 19, 2002 and recorded on September 24, 2002 in Book 1925, Page 162, Union County Registry. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Anchor Trustee Services, LLC having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Union 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 Union County, North Carolina, at 2:00PM on February 27, 2019, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described

07 SP 309 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 Eugene Bell to Goodwin & Hanson, Trustee(s), which was dated December 20, 2004 and recorded on December 22, 2004 in Book 3648 at Page 0711, 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 March 1,

WAKE AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 342 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Margaret Bray to Greg Fisher, Trustee(s), dated the 26th day of November, 2007, and recorded in Book 012851, Page 01269, and Modification in Book 013948, Page 01354, and Modification in Book 16727, Page 1032, 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 ev-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 3041 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Robert Daly English, Jr. (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Robert D. English, Jr.) to Henry V. Cunningham, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of August, 2000, and recorded in Book 8669, Page 1027, 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1644 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Ernest Leslie Davis, Jr. and Lureen Delois Davis, as tenants by entirety, husband and wife to Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), dated the 15th day of November, 2016, and recorded in Book 016607, Page 01385, 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 February 25, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash

18 SP 2856 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 Janet L. Crawford to Southland Associates, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated March 9, 1998 and recorded on March 9, 1998 in Book 7944 at Page 0003, 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

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 February 26, 2019 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 1 MINOR SUBDIVISION FOR DON SIMPSON AS SHOWN IN PLAT CABINET C, AT FILE 336 RECORDED IN THE UNION COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, 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 720 Price Dairy Road, Monroe, NC 28110. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars

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

property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on February 26, 2019 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 101 OF PRESTWICK, MAP 1, AS THE SAME IS SHOWN ON A PLAT MAP RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR UNION COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA IN PLAT CABINET J, FILE 04, AND RE-RECORDED IN PLAT CABINET J, FILE 11. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 3003 Royal Troon Lane, Matthews, NC 28104. 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 Prestwick Homeowners Association of Union County, Inc. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and

property, to wit: BEING all of Lot No. 36 of HEMBY COMMONS SUBDIVISION as shown on plat recorded in Plat Cabinet F, File 861, Union County Registry, to which plat reference is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 3000 Hemby Commons Parkway, Indian Trail, NC 28079. Tax ID: 07039345 Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant North Carolina General Statutes §105-228.30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §7A-308, in the amount of Forty-five Cents (0.45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof, or Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be immediately due and owing.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owners of the property are Josh D. Whaley. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes §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, pro-

vided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination (North Carolina General Statutes §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 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 Substitute 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. Anchor Trustee Services, LLC Substitute Trustee By: __________________________ January N. Taylor, Bar #33512 McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC Attorney for Anchor Trustee Services, LLC

3550 Engineering Drive, Suite 260 Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 404-474-7149 (phone) 404-745-8121 (fax) jtaylor@mtglaw.com

2019 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 5, IN BLOCK 1 OF HILLCREST SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN ON PLAT DULY RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 7, AT PAGE 23, A REVISION OF PLAT BOOK 5 AT PAGE 94 IN THE UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC REGISTRY, REFERENCE TO WHICH IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE PARTICULAR METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 800 Sharon Drive, Waxhaw, NC 28173. 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 Eugene Bell. 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 By: COPY _____________________

Aaron B. Anderson Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5710 Oleander Drive, Ste. 204 Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone: (910) 202-2940 Fax: (910) 202 2941 File No.: 07-03370-FC01

idencing 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 February 18, 2019 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 that certain lot or parcel of land described as follows: Being all of Lot 16 of Heatherbrook Subdivision, as same is shown on a map thereof recorded in Map Book 1985 at Page 1420 in the Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3677 Wickersham Way, Raleigh, North Carolina.

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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1231821 (FC.FAY)

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

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.

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.

Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on February 18, 2019 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 3746, Phase One, Pumpkin Ridge at Hedingham on the Neuse, as shown on map recorded in Book of Maps 1999, Page 1850, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2648 Blackwolf Run, 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 convey-

the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Situated in Wake County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 221, Phase 5, Sumerlyn Subdivision, as depicted in Map Book 2009, beginning at or including Pages 23-26. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6336 Slopeside Court, Raleigh, North Carolina. Being the same property as conveyed to Ernest Leslie Davis, Jr. and Lureen Delois Davis, as tenants by the entireties, from George Rose Builder, Inc by that Deed dated March 1st, 2011 and recorded March 4th, 2011 in Deed Book 014288, Page 02318 in the Wake County Records. Parcel

ID(s):1731572479

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23.

the county courthouse for conducting the sale on February 20, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 209, Block 4, according to plat entitled “Lot 207-211, Block 4, Phase IV, Broadlands Subdivision”, dated April 14, 1997, prepared by David Barrier, Registered Land Surveyor and recorded in Book of Maps 1997, Page 743, Wake County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 2804 Bedfordshire Court, 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

c/o Hutchens Law Firm P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1254169 (FC.FAY)

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North State Journal for Wednesday, February 13, 2019

TAKE NOTICE WAKE 18 SP 1540 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 Christopher C. Parker and Conswallea M. Parker to Smartertitle.com, Trustee(s), which was dated November 19, 2007 and recorded on December 10, 2007 in Book 012867 at Page 01188, 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

18 SP 466 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 Troy L. Davis to Judy H. Woody, Trustee(s), which was dated January 24, 2007 and recorded on January 25, 2007 in Book 012369 at Page 02669, 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

18 SP 1303 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 Corey Jerkins and Ersula Jerkins to Devan L. Shumway, Trustee(s), which was dated July 24, 2017 and recorded on July 25, 2017 in Book 016856 at Page 00539, 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

18 SP 3010 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 Douglas A. Mustian and Leigh Mustian to Laurel A. Meyer, Trustee(s), which was dated October 8, 2009 and recorded on October 14, 2009 in Book 013727 at Page 00124, 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

16 SP 2590 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 Cassandra D. Rascoe to Andrew S. Martin, Trustee(s), which was dated October 4, 2006 and recorded on October 5, 2006 in Book 12205 at Page 2372, 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

18 SP 2833 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 Barbara J. Spencer to Keri Berryman, Trustee(s), which was dated June 14, 2004 and recorded on July 20, 2004 in Book 010929 at Page 00119, 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 February

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BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO CHRISTOPHER C. PARKER AND WIFE, CONSWALLEA M. PARKER BY DEED FROM VENTURE HOMES, LLC, A NORTH CAROLINA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, DATED MAY 31, 2005, RECORDED JUNE 2, 2005 IN RECORD BOOK 11395 PAGE 648, WAKE COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior

conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 617 Hay River Street, Garner, NC 27529. 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 Christopher C. Parker and wife, Conswallea M. Parker. 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

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 February 25, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 15 of River Bluffs Subdivision as is shown on book of Maps 1998, pages 2235 and 2236 of the Wake County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 7901 Old Mill Ridge Court, Raleigh, NC 27616. 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 Troy L. Davis. 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,

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 February 27, 2019 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 38, Phase 2C, of Perry Farms 111 Subdivision, as shown on a map recorded in Book of Maps 1996, Page 1841, Wake County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 300 Interior Court, Apex, NC 27502. 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 Corey Jerkins and wife, Ersula Jerkins. An Order for possession of the property may be issued

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 February 27, 2019 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF LOT 7, RICHLANDS AT STAFFORDSHIRE SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN BOOK OF MAPS 1994, PAGE 1182, WAKE COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 707 Saint Catherines Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587. 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 Douglas A. Mustian and wife, Leigh Mustian. 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 pri-

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 March 1, 2019 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 214, Weston Ridge Subdivision, Phase 3, as recorded in Book of Maps 2005, Pages 1071-1072, Wake County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 127 Havenview Court, Garner, NC 27529. 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 Cassandra D. Rascoe. 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

20, 2019 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 CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WAKE, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA. MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO WIT: BEING ALL OF LOT V-2 OF VILLAGE ON THE GREEN, SECTION V-B SUBDIVISION AS SAME IS SHOWN ON MAP THEREOF RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 1985, PAGE 1502 IN THE WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY. THIS IS THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO BARBARA J. SPENCER BY DEED OF HENRY G. CISNEROS, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT OF WASHINGTON, D.C., DATED FEBRUARY 5, 1993 AND RECORDED FEBRUARY 9, 1993 IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS FOR WAKE COUNTY IN BOOK 5496, PAGE 911. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 1112 Villa Green Court, Raleigh, NC 27612. 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 Barbara J. Spencer. 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.: 18-21398-FC01

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WAKE NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 1158 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Rafael Alvarado and Yulma Yanet Alvarado (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Rafael Alvarado and Tulma Y. Alvarado) to Brock & Scott, Trustee(s), dated the 30th day of March, 2006, and recorded in Book 011888, Page 02445, 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 February 25, 2019 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 4 according to a plat of survey entitled “A Minor Division of Lot 1 creating Lots 3 and 4 for Robert A. and Annie Mae Leach” dated May 19, 2000 by M. M. Weeks Land Surveying and recorded in Book of Maps 2000, Page 1580, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 9957 Fanny Brown 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 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 P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1238669 (FC.FAY)