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Senate passes bill to boost security for Supreme Court Washington, D.C. The U.S. Senate passed legislation to beef up security for Supreme Court justices. The bipartisan bill, which passed by voice vote with no objections, aims to put the court on par with the executive and legislative branches. The bill now moves to the House for its consideration. Passage of the legislation came as more than 100 people gathered Monday night outside Justice Samuel Alito’s home in Virginia, lighting candles and chanting, “Abort the court!” “Trying to scare federal judges into ruling a certain way is far outside the bounds of normal First Amendment speech or protest,” said Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Republican U.S. Rep. Ted Budd (NC-13) hold yard signs during a campaign event with supporters. The primary for the U.S. Senate seat is next Tuesday, May 17.

Musk says he’s ‘aligned’ with EU approach to digital rules London Elon Musk, who has a deal in place to buy Twitter, has given his support to a new European Union law aimed at protecting social media users from harmful content after he met with the bloc’s single market chief. EU Internal Market Commissioner Thierry Breton told The Associated Press that he outlined to Musk how the bloc’s online regulations aim to uphold free speech while also making sure whatever is illegal “will be forbidden in the digital space,” which Musk “fully agreed with.” The pair agreed on the importance of being able to inspect algorithms that determine what social media users are being shown, Breton said. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Industrial manufacturer to create 168 new jobs in Nash County Middlesex COSMOIND Co., Ltd., a polyethylene infrastructure piping manufacturer, will create 168 new jobs in Nash County, Gov. Roy Cooper announced Tuesday. The company will invest more than $12.8 million to build its first North American manufacturing campus for industrial, natural gas, and drinking water pipes in Middlesex. “It is positive news that North Carolina continues to be the top choice for international companies that want to expand in the United States,” said Gov. Cooper. The average annual salary for the new positions is $44,425. The project could create a potential annual payroll impact of more than $7.4 million per year for the region. NSJ STAFF

Alabama jailbreak mystery deepens as manhunt ends with death Evansville, Indiana The death of an Alabama jailer found shot in the head with a gun in her hand after a weeklong manhunt has only deepened the mystery of why a trusted official would help free a hulking murder suspect with a violent and frightening history. White stands 6 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs about 260 pounds. Vicky White, 56, was pronounced dead at a hospital after Casey White, 38, gave up without a fight in Evansville, Indiana. The fugitives had spent more than a week on the run. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Budd poised to take on Beasley in US Senate election By Matt Mercer North State Journal

Former Guilford County Commissioner requests investigation into school bond promotion By A.P. Dillon North State Journal RALEIGH — Former Guilford County Commissioner Alan Branson is asking the Guilford County Board of Elections to investigate issues surrounding the promotion of a proposed $1.7 billion school bond. It has come to his attention that, with respect to a school bond referendum and a referendum for a sales tax increase that appear on the May 17, 2022, ballot, Guilford County is expending taxpayer funds and other government resources to promote a viewpoint favoring the passage of both referenda,” wrote Branson’s attorney Charles Winfree in a letter to Guilford County Elections Board members. A copy of the letter was also sent to N.C. State Board of Elections Executive Director Karen Brinson Bell, Guilford County Attorney Matthew Mason and two Council of State members; State Treasurer Dale Folwell and State Auditor Beth Wood. In an interview with Branson, he confirmed to North State Journal that the school district had been busing students to the polls and that he questioned the legality of 17-year-olds possibly voting this month on the bond issue when they are not eligible to vote until they turn 18. He also said the Guilford Board of Elections declined to act and “kicked it to the state board” to deal with. The letter goes on to detail a lopsided presentation on the county’s website of the financial impact of the bond, irregularities in a mailer about the bond and electioneering concerns. Winfree’s letter says the information about the bond displayed on www.guilfordcountync.gov presents an “entirely unbalanced discussion of the bond, accentuating the needs and downplaying the costs of the bond.” He also points out there is “no discussion of the hundreds of millions of dollars” in interest payments and other bond-related costs that the county will be responsible for.

A mailer “touting the benefits of passing the bond” sent to area residents was also mentioned by Winfree, who notes that the item had “no disclaimer identifying who paid for these electioneering materials.” An exhibit containing images of the mailer was attached to the letter. Branson told North State Journal he wants to know “where the money was coming from.” “Is it political action committees who are filing or is it Guilford County schools along with Guilford County?” Branson asked about the funding source for bond promotion activities. Winfree’s letter also called out electioneering and political activities happening in Guilford Public Schools. “In addition, I am informed that school principals have been instructed to hold mandatory meetings with school teachers and staff, the main purpose of which is to encourage or direct them to work for the passage of these two referenda, regardless of their personal opinion on the merits of the bonds,” wrote Winfree, who goes on to add both activities violate state statutes. The statutes cited by Winfree are N.C.G.S. 153A-456 which includes prohibitions on county funds or assets being used for endorsing a referendum, and N.C.G.S. 153A-99, which prohibits the use of public funds for political purposes. According to parents in Guilford County, teachers and staff were not the only ones subjected to pro-bond meetings. Students at a high school in the district attended a mandatory assembly and were allegedly told to “vote yes” for the bond. GCS Parents: do you know your kids are being told to vote Yes for the school bond? There was an assembly @WGHS_hornets yesterday for juniors and seniors by You Can Vote NC,” tweeted Take Back Our Schools - GCS, a parent-led group in the district. “A few key points of interest: Parents were not given any communication in advance about the assembly.” See SCHOOL BOND, page A3

RALEIGH — In the final stretch of the 2022 U.S. Senate primaries, there’s little drama for the candidates leading their respective party nominations. For N.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley has been called the “presumptive nominee” by her party since December, when Jeff Jackson quit the race and endorsed her. Jackson promptly ran for Congress follow-

ing a controversial court-mandated redistricting session. Endorsed by nearly every prominent Democrat in the state, Beasley has raised money and held tightly-controlled events around the state. “Cheri Beasley will be a great U.S. Senator for North Carolina,” Jackson said in a video. “I am going to be her first endorsement as our party’s presumptive nominee. We have to come together See SENATE, page A2

General Assembly returns for short session May 18 By A.P. Dillon North State Journal RALEIGH — The day after the May 17 primary elections, lawmakers will head back to Raleigh for the start of the “short session.” The short session is expected to last about six weeks and follows the lengthiest long session since 1965. The long session also made history by adjourning in a different year than it originally convened in; spanning 199 days beginning in January of 2021 and running through March 11, 2022. Hot topics during the 2021 long session included the creation and passage of a comprehensive biennial budget, education issues, COVID-19 related legislation and a lengthy map-drawing and redistricting process. Likely issues to be covered in the short session include making any adjustments needed to the budgets, the legalization of medical marijuana, expansion of Medicaid, and sports wagering. Short sessions are also generally when the legislature will consider bill corrections, outstanding veto overrides, and take a look at the over 200 “crossover” bills that are eligible for consideration. Crossover bills are those that have passed a third reading in the chamber where the bill originated and were received by the other house without any issues or disqualifications. Lawmakers may also take a look at those bills sitting in conference committees. As of the end of April, five bills are in a conference committee: House Bill 64, Government Transparency Act of 2021; House Bill 103, Automatic Renewal of Contracts; House Bill 776, Remote Notarization/Gov›t Transparency; Senate Bill 336, Condo Act/Restitution/Market Title Act Changes; and Senate Bill 450, Various Education Changes. Medicaid Expansion has been the top priority issue for Democrats in North Carolina and has been a constant issue pushed by Gov. Roy Cooper throughout both of his terms in office.

In the past, Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Eden) has called Medicaid Expansion a “non-starter.” The 2021 budget created an interim Joint Legislative Committee on Access to Healthcare and Medicaid Expansion that will look into expanding various healthcare coverage and access options, including Medicaid Expansion. The JLOC committee has nine members appointed by House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Kings Mountain) and nine members appointed by Berger. The committee has held half a dozen meetings since the end of February and its final report is anticipated to be delivered before the start of the See NCGA, page A2

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THE WORD: ESCAPING SODOM “Run for your lives! Do not stop anywhere in the plain. Do not look back! Escape to the mountain, or you will die!” Genesis 19:17 This is still the gospel message. We are in danger of God’s judgment, and must escape from it — if we would live. We must not stay anywhere in all the plain of sin — for there is no safe spot, no shelter anywhere, no place where the fires of judgment will not fall. Some people would like to compromise; they are willing to flee from some sins, but not from others. There are some professed Christians who like to stay on the borders of their old life. They are continually asking whether they can do this or that, go here or there — and still be Christians. They want to keep just as near to Sodom as possible — so as not to be burnt up in Sodom’s destruction. The answer to all such questions is, “Run for your lives! Do not stop anywhere in the plain. Do not look back! Escape to the mountain, or you will die!” Even the borders are unsafe. The only safe place is the mountain, the mountain where Christ’s Cross stands. Lot’s wife “looked back.” There had been a specific command, “Do not look back!” Why Lot’s wife looked back is not explained. Was it curiosity to see the nature of the terrible destruction that she heard roaring behind her? Or was it her dismay as she thought of her beautiful home, with all its wealth of furnishing and decoration, and all her jewels and garments and other possessions — which were now being consumed in the great conflagration? It would seem to be, that she was appalled at the thought of leaving and losing all her beloved possessions, and paused in her flight and looked back, with

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“Sodom and Gomorrah Afire” is a painting by Jacob de Wet II (1680).

the hope that possibly she might yet run back and snatch some of the ornaments or gems — something, at least, from the awful destruction. “But Lot’s wife looked back, and she became a pillar of salt.” “Remember Lot’s wife!” Luke 17:32. We should not miss the “lesson” which our Lord Himself teaches us from the tragic fate of this woman: we cannot have both worlds. Lot’s wife could have escaped with her husband and her daughters, but she could escape only by resolutely and determinedly leaving everything she had in Sodom. Her love for her possessions, cost her her life! Just so, there are thousands today, to whom God’s message comes: “Run for

your lives! Do not stop anywhere in the plain. Do not look back! Escape to the mountain, or you will die!” They somewhat desire to follow Christ, but their love for the world is so intense that they cannot give it up — they cannot renounce it. They must decide, however, which they will renounce: Christ or the world. They cannot keep both. In Lot’s wife, we have an example of one who was almost saved — and yet lost. She was lost because she loved the world. J.R. Miller was a pastor and former editorial superintendent of the Presbyterian Board of Publication from 1880 to 1911. His works are now in the public domain.

WE STAND CORRECTED Last week’s Q&A about North Carolina agriculture on page B5 contained misidentified quotes from Dept. of Agriculture staff. All remarks should have been attributed to Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler.

NC Supreme Court takes over felon voting case, bypassing full Court of Appeals hearing request

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short session. The short session will likely dive back into Senate Bill 711, titled the N.C. Compassionate Care Act. The bill’s primary sponsor is state Sen. Bill Rabon (R-Brunswick). Senate Bill 711 would allow the sale of cannabis and cannabis-infused products to qualified patients who have a debilitating medical condition via a regulated medical cannabis supply system. Such conditions could include cancer, epilepsy, HIV, AIDS, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s and conditions related to end-of-life care. The bill also details creation of two advisory boards for oversight and regulatory purposes; a Medical Cannabis Advisory Board and a Medical Cannabis Production Commission. N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein has been vocal on social media in support of legalization efforts. It’s time for N.C. to move forward on medical cannabis, decriminalization of simple possession, and expungement of criminal records,” tweeted Stein on April 20, a day known for annual cannabis celebrations. “Let’s act but let’s get it right - including strong protections for kids, no advertising, state-controlled sales, and putting N.C. farmers first. Lawmakers may also turn their attention to a sports wagering bill that made its way through the Senate late last summer before landing in the House Judiciary 1 Committee by November. Senate Bill 688, titled Sports Wagering, would authorize and regulate sports wagering in the state and includes taxation of such wagers. Licenses and regulation for sports wagering would be issued by the North Carolina Lottery Commission. The bill has backing from top leaders in both chambers, including Senate Leader Berger and House Appropriations Chair Jason Saine (R-Lincoln). The current version of the bill has a cap of 12 interactive sports wagering operator licenses. There is a half a million-dollar application fee for a five-year license with a renewal fee of $100,000. The language in the current bill would have the state collect 8% of a licensee’s revenues. Half of all proceeds would be sent to the North Carolina Major Events, Games, and Attractions Fund. Certain tribal gaming enterprises that apply and pay the fees will automatically get an interactive sports wagering license. Licenses issued to tribal gaming enterprises would not count toward the 12-license cap. Restrictions include requiring participating entities to confirm an individual is 21 years of age or older prior to any wagering activity.

RALEIGH — The ongoing legal case allowing over 55,000 felons to vote in the November midterm elections will be heard by the North Carolina Supreme Court instead of the state’s Court of Appeals according to an order issued on May 6. Issued by Associate Justice Anita Earls, the order takes the case away from the state appeals court by granting the plaintiffs’ request for a discretionary review by the high court. In doing so, the Supreme Court bypasses a motion for an en banc hearing by all 15 judges on the Court of Appeals made by lawmakers. Currently, Democrats outnumber Republicans on the Supreme Court, four to three. The opposite is true on the Court of Appeals which has ten Republicans and five Democrats. The en banc request was made last month following the Court of Appeals granting a motion by lawmakers to stay the Mar. 28 ruling in which a Wake County Superior Court three-judge panel voted 2-1 allowing felons to vote this fall but keeping them from participating in the May primaries. Lawyers for Republican legislators wrote last week that the

SENATE from page A1 right now. We need to unite right now, and we need to unite behind Cheri.” Beasley’s strategy is quite similar to the one used by Cal Cunningham in 2020. National Democrats helped clear the field for Cunningham in that race, too, save for the presence of Erica Smith, a former state senator. Throughout 2021, as many as four Democrats seemed to be plausible nominees. Beasley, Jackson, Smith, and Joan Higginbotham, a retired astronaut with political connections in Charlotte. Married to long-time Charlotte City Councilman James “Smuggie” Mitchell, she was recruited by a PAC to join the race and appeared to be considering a run, ultimately backing down. Smith had criticized Beasley for refusing to take positions on progressive issues such as ending the filibuster. However, she also left the race once U.S. Rep. G.K. Butterfield announced he would not seek reelection to the seat he had held for over 15 years in Congress. Smith is locked in a primary battle with state Sen. Don Davis, who is endorsed by Butterfield. Soon after, Beasley also publicly stated she supported the total elimination of

trial court “misread legislative history” about the 1973 law, which they say relaxed the requirement for restoring voting rights and was championed by the NAACP, said the Associated Press. Along with Earls’ discretionary review order are two separate directives; one dismissing the plaintiffs’ request to suspend

normal rules as moot and another denying an expedited schedule for the case. The majority Democrat state Supreme Court’s May 6 order is the latest politically charged case takeover. Last month, the court issued an order to fast-track the case involving the North Carolina Voter ID constitutional amendment. The order was

similar to the felon voting case in that the order was issued after a discretionary request by the plaintiffs, effectively bypassing the Court of Appeals. Prior to being elected to the N.C. Supreme Court, Earls, as the founder and attorney at the Southern Coalition for Social Justice, had sued the state over voter ID and redistricting. In the redistricting case of North Carolina League of Conservation Voters v Hall, attorneys for the Republican legislative defendants argued for Earls to recuse herself based on her past legal involvement and the idea that the Earls was biased on the issue due to campaign funds given to her in 2018 by the National Democratic Redistricting Committee). The NDRC is led by former Obama Attorney General Eric Holder, who also campaigned with Earls during that election cycle. The maximum donation of $5,200 was given to Earls’ campaign by the NDRC’s PAC in 2018 and on the same day, the group gave $250,000 to the North Carolina Democratic Party’s “judicial coordination fund.” Around 80 percent of that quarter of a million, or roughly $199,000, ended up supporting the Earls for Justice Committee.

the filibuster. On the Republican side, Ted Budd’s rise to the top of the field didn’t happen all at once. Joining the race after former U.S. Rep. Mark Walker and former Gov. Pat McCrory, he trailed them both in polls a year away from the election. Then on a warm June night in Greenville, the race was jolted by the 45th President, Donald J. Trump. Speaking at the North Carolina Republican Party’s annual convention on Saturday night, Trump brought his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, with him to the stage. For months, the North Carolina native had toyed with the idea of running for Senate but finally ruled it out at the dinner, saying it wasn’t the right time for her with two young children at home. When the former president took the stage to make his endorsement, the tension in the hotel ballroom was palpable. “There’s somebody in this room that I think is very special. This man is a great politician but more importantly, he loves the state of North Carolina. This gentleman is going to be your next senator,” Trump said, giving Budd his “complete and total endorsement.” Despite the endorsement, Budd still appeared to trail the former

governor as the calendar flipped to 2022. An early sign of momentum came when Budd outraised McCrory in the last quarter of 2021, padding his lead in cash-on-hand numbers. The delayed primary, a result of legal manoeuvring over redistricting, pushed the primary back from early March to mid-May. Then, outside spending led by the Club for Growth pummelled McCrory. As early as the summer of 2021, the Club for Growth and its affiliated organizations signaled their intent to spend millions backing Budd. Their initial figure was $5 million, and in the time since, it has more than doubled, to over $14 million. “Ted Budd is a true champion of pro-growth policies and we are proud to support his Senate campaign. We have already raised over $5 million for the race, and we plan to raise and spend even more,” said Club for Growth PAC President David MacIntosh in a June 30, 2021 story. Another outside organization, Carolina Senate Fund, which was set up by McCrory backers, didn’t raise the money needed to counter the Club for Growth’s aggressive strategy. Financed by Charlotte-area

CEOs such as LendingTree’s Doug Lebda, on whose board McCrory sat on between gubernatorial runs, Carolina Senate Fund’s efforts paled in comparison to the Club for Growth. A spate of public polling in March and April showed a “Budd surge” from leads in the ten-point range to over 20 in more recent polls. The outside spending was a huge factor but Budd’s under-the-radar grassroots effort shouldn’t be overlooked. The campaign set up county chairs in all 100 counties and completed a 100-county tour last Friday in Camden County. “Amy Kate and I are making new friends across the state, and we’re honored folks have volunteered their time and resources in all 100 counties to help our campaign. I know some folks mock the idea, but I can’t imagine saying you want to represent all 100 counties without making it a priority to visit all 100 counties,” Budd said in a statement. McCrory and Walker hammered for not participating in televised debates in the race but it hasn’t seemed to slow his momentum. Less than a week from the primary, Budd has closed in a win few expected when he first joined the race.

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The N.C. Supreme Court building in pictured in this undated file photo.

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Asheville and Charlotte airports get approval on over $1.5B in financing LGC taking steps to resolve loan legal issues for Cumberland County’s town of Spring Lake

By A.P. Dillon North State Journal RALEIGH — The North Carolina Local Government Commission (LGC) approved over $1.5 billion in financing for local government projects across the state during the commission’s May 3 meeting. The approved financing is around $900 million for infrastructure improvements for airports in Asheville and Charlotte. Included in that total was the approval of a request by the City of Charlotte to issue $425 million in bonds for the Charlotte Douglas International Airport for improvements, a new terminal and other construction projects. The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority’s request also received approval from the LGC to issue up to $185 million in revenue bonds. The funds will be used to modernize and expand multiple areas including the main terminal and TSA security screening zones as well as the baggage claim and ticketing areas. Additional improvements include building a new air traffic control tower and a centralized energy plant. The LGC approved $274 million in bond sales for infrastructure projects in Cabarrus County for a number of projects such as a courthouse, an elementary school, a library, a se-

nior center and various school and recreation facilities. Other items approved by the LGC included $12.6 million in financing for projects in Carrboro a large three-story building and parking deck servicing multiple entities such as the parks and cultural programs, a branch library and the Orange County Skilled Development center. In Davidson County, the city of Lexington was approved for up to $14 million to build an administrative building to help streamline and consolidate services for utility customers. Rockingham County received approval for $21.1 million in financing to build a Workforce Development Center at Rockingham Community College. In a separate press release, Folwell’s office highlighted the LGC was working to resolve legal issues related to a $1 million loan that the Cumberland County town of Spring Lake “accepted without proper authorization” and was used to build a fire station. “South River loaned the money to the town, with an original 10year term, deferred for two years, and eight $125,000 annual installments,” according to Folwell’s statement. The release also says the LGC directed staff to enter into negotiations on loan payback options with South River Electric Membership Corporation. Spring Lake, a community in Cumberland County of just under 12,000 residents, is located close to Fort Bragg and sits northwest of Fayetteville. The town has had

Included in that total was the approval of a request by the City of Charlotte to issue $425 million in bonds for the Charlotte Douglas International Airport for improvement, a new terminal and other construction projects numerous financial issues and the LGC assumed control of Spring Lake’s finances last year. A March 2022 audit published by State Auditor Beth Wood’s office found more than $430,000 in taxpayer funds were spent for personal use in the town of Spring Lake. In April, the LGC issued a letter to the town expressing concern with the town’s apparent lack of compliance with state laws and reluctance to work with LGC staff. The LGC is made of nine members that include the State Treasurer, the Secretary of State, the State Auditor, the Secretary of Revenue, and five others by appointment (three by the Governor, one by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the President Pro Tempore and one by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Speaker of the House). The LGC is chaired by N.C. State Treasurer Dale Folwell and is staffed by members of his department.

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Former Vice President Mike Pence speaks to reporters after touring a mobile ultrasound unit on Thursday, May 5, 2022, in Spartanburg, S.C.

Pence: Leaked abortion draft opinion helps some ‘22 hopefuls The Associated Press SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Former Vice President Mike Pence applauded the essence of a leaked draft opinion suggesting that the U.S. Supreme Court could be poised to overturn the landmark case that legalized abortion nationwide, predicting that the decision could have favorable impacts for anti-abortion candidates in midterm elections across the country. “I hope and pray that the Supreme Court draft opinion will hold and become part of the law of the land, returning the question of abortion to the states and to the American people,” Pence said. “I also have no doubt that the women and men who are standing for public office at every level who have taken a strong stand for the unborn and the sanctity of life will be favorably impacted by this decision, particularly at the state level.” Pence spoke at a benefit for Carolina Pregnancy Center, a crisis pregnancy center in Spartanburg, part of South Carolina’s conservative Upstate. Ahead of his remarks, he toured the organization’s mobile ultrasound unit. One week ago, a draft opinion leaked to Politico suggested the U.S. Supreme Court could be poised to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide. It’s his second visit in a week to the early-voting state that would be key to Pence’s support among white Evangelical Christian voters. A decision to overrule Roe would lead to abortion bans in roughly half of the country and could have huge ramifications for this year’s elections. But it’s unclear

“Governors, state legislators at every level, if this Supreme Court draft opinion holds, will now have a say over the issue of life in their individual states.” Former Vice President Mike Pence if the draft represents the court’s final word on the matter — opinions often change in ways big and small in the drafting process. The issue of abortion has long been a centerpiece of Pence’s political life, dating to his days in Congress and as governor of Indiana. He has spent the months since the end of the Trump administration trying to position himself as a conservative who can appeal both to his white Evangelical Christian base, as well as Trump supporters and those who may have been fond of Trump’s policies, but not his pugilistic style. As he mulls a possible presidential bid, Pence has built a postWhite House operation that includes a political advocacy group, delivering speeches, fundraising and bolstering relationships that could help him, should he choose to run in 2024. “Governors, state legislators at every level, if this Supreme Court draft opinion holds, will now have a say over the issue of life in their individual states,” Pence said Thursday. “And I have a sense, as the nation is moving more and more

in the direction of recognizing the sanctity of life, that they will be looking for women and men who are willing to stand up unapologetically for the cause of life this year and in the years to come.” This is Pence’s second visit in a week to this state, which holds the first presidential primary elections in the South. On Saturday, Pence spoke at commencement exercises at Columbia International University, sharing his personal faith story and telling graduates of the Christian school that “the antidote to cancel culture is freedom, so decide here and now that you will live as free men and women, and defend the freedoms that generations of Americans have fought to defend.” South Carolina would be key to Pence should be seek the presidency in 2024, with its large contingent of white evangelical conservative voters. Last year, Pence chose South Carolina as the scene of his first public speech since leaving the Trump administration, addressing a fundraiser for a conservative Christian nonprofit. On Thursday, Pence told a crowd of more than 1,000 that supporting organizations like Carolina Pregnancy Center, which counsels women against seeking abortions and provides them with support, needs them to continue their financial backing. “I think we’re going to see more and more states make a greater and greater commitment to provide support for women facing crisis pregnancies,” Pence said. “I truly do believe that, when the moment comes that the Supreme Court does their job, then it’s incumbent on us to do our job.”

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Attorney General Josh Stein briefs media from the Emergency Operations Center in Raleigh.

After years ‘Defund the Police’ calls, Stein joins federal law enforcement support letter By A.P. Dillon North State Journal RALEIGH — North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein has joined a letter urging Congress to pass the Public Safety Officer Support Act of 2022. “As attorneys general, ensuring that public safety officials have the support they need is a top priority of ours,” the letter reads. “We write today to request that Congress work expeditiously to pass S.3635, the Public Safety Officer Support Act of 2022, as a significant step toward ensuring public safety officers and their families are supported in the event of a death or disability resulting from the trauma inherent in their profession.” The letter, sent to congressional house and senate leaders of both parties, was signed by 53 attorneys general, 20 of which are Republicans. The letter comes after several years of calls to “Defund the Police” by Democrats and their allies in the wake of Black Lives Matter protests and costly riots in North Carolina and across the country sparked by the death of George Floyd. With the midterms approaching, Democrats have attempted to distance themselves from their past support of the Defund movement. “The legislation addresses gaps in support for public safety officers who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) associated with the high-risk nature of their jobs,” according to Stein’s press release. The Act also defines work-related PTSD as a “line-ofduty” injury for eligible officers, those disabled due to attempted suicide and lets families of officers who have died due to “trauma-linked suicide” to be eligible for death benefits. “Most people instinctively run away from a crisis,” Stein said in a press release. “Public safety officers take a job that requires them to run straight into one. The job is not only dangerous, but it’s also incredibly stressful. We owe it to them to provide the care they need to continue to safely protect our communities. I urge Congress to pass this legislation and help protect the officers who protect us.” According to Stein’s release, the letter was endorsed by the American Psychological Association, the Fraternal Order of Police, the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, National Association of Police Organizations, Sergeants Benevolent Association, National Sheriffs Association, Blue H.E.L.P, the National Border Patrol Council, and the United States Capitol Police Labor Committee.

“The legislation addresses gaps in support for public safety officers who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.” Letter from state attorneys general to Congress Stein faced criticism heading into his 2020 reelection bid for remaining relatively silent on the violent riots that happened in Raleigh and cities across the state that summer. Alternatively, on the issue of the January 6 Capitol protest, Stein issued a statement that he would “do everything in his power” to seek out and “hold accountable” those who were involved. Neither Stein nor Gov. Roy Cooper has publicly denounced the “Defund the Police” movement. While 2024 is still a ways off, speculation in political circles points to Stein being likely to pursue becoming Cooper’s successor in 2024. 2020 saw 264 federal, state, military, tribal, and local law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. According to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF), that was the highest number of officer deaths of since 1974 and represented an increase of 96 percent from 2019. That trend continued into 2021. Per the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), 59 police officers were killed in the line of duty in the nine months spanning Jan. 1, 2021, to Sept. 30, 2021, representing a 51 percent increase in police officers killed compared to the same period in 2020. “Nationally, 60,105 law enforcement officers were assaulted while performing their duties in 2020. These assaults were reported to the FBI by 9,895 law enforcement agencies,” according to the FBI. “Based on these reports, there were 4,071 more officers assaulted in 2020 than the 56,034 assaults reported in 2019.” The National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) says its data for this year shows that 101 officers have been shot in the line of duty with 17 fatalities as of April 1. The FOP says that’s a 43 percent increase in officers shot in the line of duty compared to the same time period in 2021 and a 63 percent increase compared to 2020. The FOP also says ambush-style attacks have increased this year citing 19 such attacks; a 36% increase from 2021. In those 19 ambush attacks, 32 officers were shot, killing five.

SCHOOL BOND from page A1 Take Back Our Schools – GCS also tweeted that students were told they would get “nice things for their school” if they voted yes on the bond while encouraging students of age to register to vote. Additionally, Take Back Our Schools – GCS tweeted that a social media post indicated the assembly that took place at West Guilford High School is a “district initiative that all high schools will be participating in” and that “permission slips” would be sent home to let the students be bused by the district to the polls. This isn’t the first time Guilford County Public Schools has drawn criticism regarding the use of school buses for arguably political purposes. In 2020 the district drew fire for transporting students to polling locations to vote using district transportation and parents, including a county commissioner, reported being unaware their

“I am informed that school principals have been instructed to hold mandatory meetings with school teachers and staff, the main purpose of which is to encourage or direct them to work for the passage of these two refenda.” Letter from attorney Charles Winfree child was being bused to the polls. That same year, 74 Guilford school buses were used without notifying the school board to create a wall around a Jill Biden “Get Out The Vote” rally in Greensboro on Oct. 31.

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Mitchell County The North Carolina Educational Lottery announced approvals for grants to several school districts, including requests in Mitchell, Polk and Yancey Counties, who got awards totaling more than $24 million. Because of mounting costs of school infrastructure, the fund did not have enough money to support requests for all districts. A total of 76 districts around the state applied for grants, with the requests totaling $2.7 billion. The fund was only able to approve 28 of them, totaling $400 million.

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Officers kill man setting cars ablaze near police station Wake County The police chief in Raleigh, said officers shot and killed a man who was throwing Molotov cocktails and setting cars on fire near a police station. Police Chief Estella Patterson said the fatal shooting took place after an officer observed a man setting cars on fire in a parking lot near the Southeast district station. The officer called for assistance, and three other officers came to help. Officers ordered the man to stop, but the person continued to throw Molotov cocktails. The officers then fired their weapons, and the man was struck multiple times.

Guilford County Palmer Memorial Institute, a boarding school built in 1902 for Black youths in Greensboro, North Carolina tops this year’s list of endangered historic places from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., works to highlight and preserve sites that are in danger of being lost. A total of 11 places are on the list, including the Selma, Alabama church involved in “Bloody Sunday” in 1965. AP

Home building plans to expand eastward Alleghany County Sparta based building company Atlantic Building Components announced that it will expand eastward and open a facility in Fairmont, NC. The new Robeson County facility will create more than 100 jobs. The truss manufacturing facility in Sparta employs 87 people. Atlantic had also considered locating the new facility out of state, in Florence and Georgetown, SC. A $1.6 million grant from the state’s Economic Investment Committee helped keep the company’s plans within the state. MY FOX 8

Man jailed on $12M bond on child sex charges

Woman charged in boyfriend’s shooting death Halifax County Police say a woman has been jailed in the shooting death of her boyfriend inside a home. News outlets report Roanoke Rapids police said in a statement that officers received a call around 1:05 a.m. Thursday that indicated a man had been shot in the chest. When officers arrived, they found 19-year-old Robert Jenkins lying on the floor with a gunshot wound in the upper chest. Jenkins was pronounced dead at the scene. An investigation led to police charging 22-year-old Emoni Alston with voluntary manslaughter.

Pitt County A sheriff’s office says a man has been jailed on a $12.4 million bond on multiple sex charges involving a child. The Pitt County Sheriff’s Office says 66-year-old John William Lovelace of Ayden was arrested on Wednesday by Winterville police officers and detectives with the sheriff’s office. Lovelace is charged by Winterville police with four counts of second-degree forcible sex offenses and three counts of sexual battery. The sheriff’s office charged Lovelace with two counts of statutory sex offense with a child less than 15 years of age and indecent liberties with a minor. AP

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In one of college basketball’s biggest states, the term “one and done” takes on a new meaning following the litigation over the state’s Congressional map. The court-appointed special masters drew the lines for the map, finalized in February, but noted in their order it would apply to this year’s elections only. The election using the maps this year will elect at least five new members of Congress from the state – and the nominees from the major parties will be selected in next Tuesday’s statewide primary.

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Sheriff seeks investigation after 4th suicide Rockingham County A sheriff is calling for an investigation after an inmate at the county jail died from a self-inflicted injury, the fourth suicide reported in 15 months. Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page asked the State Bureau of Investigation to lead a look into the latest death, which is standard procedure. The sheriff’s office will also conduct an internal investigation to determine whether any agency policies or procedures were violated. Jail officers found an inmate had attempted to kill themselves and despite giving aid, the inmate died of what was described as an “apparent self-inflicted injury.″

Orange County Officials say a wall at a distribution center was toppled by a severe storm on Friday, but none of the 30 workers inside the facility was hurt. News outlets report emergency officials in Orange County say high winds knocked down the wall at the Gildan Distribution Center in Mebane. The emergency officials couldn’t be reached for additional comment on Friday evening. The weather service also reported half-dollar-sized hail and 60 mph wind gusts near Raleigh-Durham International Airport just before 4 p.m., but there were no immediate reports of damages. AP

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Johnston County Officials say an employee of restaurant has died after she got her arm trapped in an industrial bread machine for almost 90 minutes. A spokeswoman for the state Occupational Safety and Health Division confirmed Wednesday that 44-year-old Vicky Lopez died Tuesday evening after she was taken by helicopter to Duke University Hospital. Lopez was cleaning the machine when she became trapped. Selma Fire Chief Phillip McDaniel said small tools were needed to free the woman from the machine. McDaniel said it appeared the machine remained on while Lopez tried to clean it.

Lenoir County Police say a man has been arrested in the slayings of two family members. Kinston police apprehended 34-year-old Lawrence Cox Jr. in Goldsboro on Thursday night. Cox is charged with murder in the deaths of 78-year-old Ruby Cox and 57-year-old Johnny Rouse. Police did not say how the three were related. Officers were called to a location early Thursday in response to a shooting. When officers arrived, they found Rouse and Ruby Cox dead. Police said tips led investigators to identify Lawrence Cox as the suspect.

RALEIGH — North Carolina government tax collections will smash the projections used to help fashion the first year of the current two-year state budget, officials announced Monday as lawmakers return next week to begin figuring out what to do with billions in surplus. Economists at the legislature and Gov. Roy Cooper’s budget office now believe state coffers should take in $4.24 billion more in the fiscal year ending June 30 than predicted the previous June, according to a memo from the General Assembly Fiscal Research Division. That’s a nearly 15% increase, bringing overall revenues this year above $32.65 billion. A surplus had already been predicted in February, when the Cooper administration said actual revenues through January were almost $1.4 billion ahead of previous expectations. At the time, the Office of State Budget and Management estimated overcollections of $2.4 billion by June 30. In addition to the $4.24 billion, the consensus forecast by the executive and legislative branches now expects $1.96 billion, or nearly 7%, more will be collected in the next fiscal year starting July 1 above and beyond what was projected for the second year of the budget. These numbers will inform Cooper and Republican budget-writers when they consider changes to the second year that were approved in November. Such adjustments are traditionally the primary job of the General Assembly when it meets in evennumbered years. These additional revenues could lead to additional tax cuts; higher salaries; greater spending on one-time projects or permanent programs; flusher reserves for fiscal emergencies beyond what’s required; or a combination of any or all of them. In a joint news release, Senate leader Phil Berger and House Speaker Tim Moore said the forecast “highlights the General Assembly’s winning formula of low taxes, reasonable regulations and responsible spending.” Governors usually propose their adjustments as the session is about to start. The surplus is likely to renew calls by Cooper and others for the legislature to spend more to address inequities in public education that the plaintiffs in long-standing “Leandro” litigation have sought to address. “Our state is strong in many ways

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and it’s more important than ever to build on our success by investing in good schools, quality healthcare, resilient infrastructure and clean air and water,” Cooper said in an written statement about the projections. The spring forecast is usually released after individual and business tax returns are filed in mid-April — usually the most volatile portion of the tax year. The division memo from economist Emma Turner says detailed descriptions about final April tax collections were not available when the forecast was completed because the state Revenue Department was still processing returns. But Turner wrote that final income tax returns in April should exceed expectations by more than $1.4 billion. Turner said it became evident in March that state employment had returned to pre-pandemic levels last summer and had exceeded them, resulting in wage gains. That leads to higher income tax collections. Sales and use tax collections also should finish well ahead of forecast due to strong consumer spending and inflation, she wrote. “Record-breaking stock market returns and corporate profits in 2021 were also unanticipated and generated significant revisions to the forecast,” she wrote. The fiscal forecast does project slower economic growth. While there’s an elevated risk of a recession “given geopolitical uncertainty and evolving monetary policy by the Federal Reserve to address high inflation,” Turner wrote, the forecast “does not foresee a near-term recession.” “It is crucial that we continue on this track of responsible and disciplined spending in light of the potential for a recession as we begin the short session budget process,” Moore and Berger added. Republican majorities in the General Assembly still are not vetoproof, so the GOP will again attempt to win over enough Democrats on a final, negotiated budget bill, as it succeeded so in doing last fall. The projected overcollections still are below the additional $6.2 billion the state’s coffers took in during the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2021. That surplus, however, swelled in large part because state economists kept to a conservative forecast following pandemic-related shortfalls in 2020. Monday’s forecast already takes into account individual income tax cuts contained in the approved budget for this year and next.

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EDITORIAL | FRANK HILL

Social Security is the worst possible retirement plan

Moderate wage-earners over the past 40 years could retire today with a nest egg of anywhere between $800,000 to $3 million had Social Security been reformed properly in the 1980’s.

SOCIAL SECURITY is a bad deal for everyone. No one born after World War II will receive more in benefits than they paid in payroll taxes into Social Security. It is as if everyone is being forced to financially discriminate against their own self-interest and invest in something they never would do on their own. There’s no getting around it. It is a math problem, not a difference of political philosophy policy problem. Would you invest in $1,000 worth of cryptocurrency today if you knew for sure it was going to be worth $500 in 2062 no matter what? Of course not. But that is exactly what everyone under the age of 30 working today is being forced to do with each and every pay check they receive ― 6.2% of their salary is deducted automatically on a pre-tax basis and matched by 6.2% from their employer on a f lat tax rate basis. High-income wage earners are taxed exactly the same rate as minimum wage earners. Social Security is the most highly regressive tax in American history. Close to 75% of all taxpayers pay far more in payroll taxes than they do in income tax. Only taxpayers who report $200,000 or more in income pay significantly higher amounts of income tax than payroll tax. The injustice of Social Security can be seen by anyone who wants to take a clear-eyed look at it. Instead of qualifying for a measly average monthly stipend of $1658, moderate wage-earners over the past 40 years could retire today with a nest egg of anywhere between $800,000 to $3 million had Social Security been reformed properly in the 1980’s. SS “contributions” (sic) i.e. taxes, are not tax-deductible as are state and local taxes. A taxpayer can deduct the cost of every other retirement-related financial vehicle from IRAs to 401ks to SEPP plans ― but not their share of Social Security payroll tax (unless they are self-employed in which case they can deduct half of the SS tax, 6.2%). When a taxpayer retires, they have to pay taxes on 85% of their SS benefits above a certain level. Taxed on the way in; taxed on the way out. SS is not a very good retirement plan from the tax front. SS funds do not magically accumulate in a fund set aside solely for each taxpayer. If a taxpayer dies one day before they are eligible to receive SS benefits, no one gets any of their accumulated SS money back ― not the deceased, not the spouse, none of their dependents and not their extended family or church or charitable foundation through a will or trust. Nothing, Nada. It is as if their

entire lifelong contributions of $450,000 or so went for nothing to benefit them or their families. All of it went to seniors who were then of retirement age while they were slaving away at their job. The racial imbalance in Social Security benefits is staggering. Black males live an average of four years less than the average white male. Many die at age 64 ― and receive nothing in SS benefits. Some goes to their spouse in an abbreviated payment but no lump sum transfers to a black man’s heirs to help them buy a house, go to college or invest in their future. According to Eugene Steuerle of the Urban Institute, a couple who each earned the average wage during their careers and retired in 1990 would have paid $316,000 in Social Security taxes, but collected $436,000 in benefits, all calculated on an inf lationadjusted basis. Had the same average wage-earning couple turned 65 in 2010, however, they would have paid $600,000 in taxes but could only expect to collect just $579,000 during retirement, the first such year where the paid-in tax/benefits received ratio was inverted. For that same couple in their late 40s today, they will have paid $808,000 in Social Security taxes by the time they retire in 2040. They can expect to get back only $703,000 in benefits. The best solution, and always has been, is to convert Social Security to a pure retirement system like a 401k for each enrollee. Andrew Biggs of the American Enterprise Institute says 19.6% of all retirees depend on Social Security for 90% of their income. Double their monthly benefits overnight and pay for it by meanstesting payments to wealthy retirees who don’t need Social Security as part of a deal to convert Social Security to a private investment program that will benefit every American taxpayer alive today going forward forever. 100% of the electorate is a large voting bloc. A smart political party will figure out how to capitalize on this amazing opportunity and dominate American politics for a long time.

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The end of the road for Roe?

The Left has viewed the Supreme Court as a preserve for progressive policymaking for decades.

LAST WEEK, an anonymous leaker violated generations of Supreme Court norms by passing on to Politico a draft decision by Justice Samuel Alito in Dobbs v. Mississippi, the case considering overturning Roe v. Wade (1973). That draft decision, reportedly supported by a majority of the Court including Justices Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett, junks Roe in its entirety, denying the existence of any constitutional “right to abortion”; the majority opinion also trashes Roe’s follow-up case, Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992), which substituted a vague and unworkable “undue burden” test to determine whether or not a law restricting abortion was unconstitutional in place of Roe’s trimester framework. Alito writes, “The Constitution does not prohibit the citizens of each State from regulating or prohibiting abortion. Roe and Casey arrogated that authority.” Alito is, of course, correct. Roe is a legal abomination with no support in the Constitution’s text, our nation’s history or any legal precedent. The Supreme Court merely usurped power in order to jam down its political opinions on millions of Americans; Roe didn’t end national controversy on abortion, it froze it in place, preventing states from adopting regulations tailored to their voters. Overturning Roe would merely restore the question of abortion to the states; New York would continue to allow abortion until birth, while Texas would ban nearly all abortion. But according to the Left, the end of Roe will usher in a fascistic hellscape. President Joe Biden called the decision “radical,” and said, “The idea that we’re letting the states make those decisions, localities make those decisions, would be a fundamental shift in what we’ve done.” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called the decision a “dark and disturbing day for America,” even as Democrats called for attempting to nuke the filibuster to codify Roe into federal law. Sen.

Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., said she was “angry and upset ... The Republicans have been working toward this day for decades. They have been out there plotting, carefully cultivating these Supreme Court justices so they could have a majority on the bench who would accomplish something that the majority of Americans do not want.” Naturally, Warren was unwilling to explain why, if so many Americans support her point of view, she is opposed to allowing them to vote on the issue. But the answer is clear — as clear as the reason why the Left is perfectly sanguine about someone leaking the draft decision in the first place: Democratic norms, the Constitution, and principle are of no consequence. All that matters is result. The Left has viewed the Supreme Court as a preserve for progressive policymaking for decades. The Dobbs v. Mississippi decision would restore the Court to its original role: an impartial arbiter of the law, rather than a Leftwing superlegislature. And the Left cannot abide that possibility. They would prefer a Supreme Court that imposes Leftist social priorities from above. That is particularly true when it comes to abortion, the most vital Leftist sacrament, an action of holy import. For the Left, abortion represents the power to deny the objective value of human life; it represents willingness to engage in the highest form of self-serving moral relativism. Absence of abortion presents the possibility that actions have moral consequence, that the value of life is not an arbitrary and subjective one, that women and men have duties to their children. All of which challenges their basic worldview. To have that logic subjected to the voters is an indignity the Left cannot bear. And they will use every tool in their arsenal to prevent that possibility. Ben Shapiro, 38, is a graduate of UCLA and Harvard Law School, host of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” and editor-in-chief of DailyWire.com.

North State Journal for Wednesday, May 11, 2022 COLUMN | MICHAEL BARONE

Redistricting proved to be much ado about not very much A supposedly nonpartisan commission in California produced a partisan gerrymander as grotesque as anything produced by the late Rep. Phillip Burton (D-California)

THE CONGRESSIONAL redistricting wars are mostly over. Much of the hoopla surrounding it is proving overheated. Before looking at this cycle’s results, a primer on the subject is in order. The first and most important point is that the requirement that districts have equal populations seriously limits the effects of partisan redistricting. That requirement seems to have been on the minds of the framers of the Constitution. The framers mandated a federal census to be conducted every 10 years to determine the apportionment of seats in the House of Representatives based on population. Ours was, I believe, the first regularly scheduled national census in history, and it was among the first to link representation to population. The argument that the framers favored districts with equal populations is strengthened by the fact that the number of seats they allocated the states in 1787 for the first Congress tracks pretty closely the numbers resulting from the results of the first census in 1790. In 1842, Congress specifically required the states to create districts with equal populations. That provision was dropped in 1929, when Congress adopted an automatic formula for reapportionment after each census. But in 1964, the Supreme Court imposed a “one-person, one-vote” standard on both congressional and state legislative districts — a result that I think the framers would have found congenial. But the equal populations leave some limited room for political manipulation. To see why, imagine a square-shaped state entitled to two districts, whose northern half votes 55% Republican and whose southern half votes 65% Democratic. If you divide the districts by a north-south line, you’ve got two 55% Democratic districts. An east-west line gives you one Republican and one Democratic district. Which plan is fairer? It sort of depends on which party you favor, doesn’t it? What happens if opinion shifts 10 points away from the Democrats, as has happened frequently and may have happened since November 2020? Then the north-south line produces two Republican districts, but the east-west line still produces one district for each side. Which plan is fairer? You can make arguments either way. The situation in states with multiple districts is not so simple, except maybe in New Hampshire, which has not changed the boundaries of its two districts much since 1881 but may this time, but the principle is the same. One corollary is that there is no truly nonpartisan way to draw district lines. A redistricter with no knowledge of partisan patterns — and no one interested enough in the issue lacks all such knowledge — will draw lines that will favor one party more than the other and one party’s factions more than their rivals. But as our second hypothetical shows, the boundaries may not favor the intended party when opinion changes. Districts full of college graduates who favored Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) in 2012 were voting Democratic in 2018 and 2020. Districts full of noncollege white voters who favored President Barack Obama in 2012 were voting Republican in 2016 and 2020. Redistricters who drew the boundaries in 2011 and 2012 didn’t and couldn’t foresee those changes. Redistricters drawing boundaries in 2021 and

2022 do not and cannot know how different groups’ political views will change by 2030 — and maybe even by 2024. The concentration of a party’s votes also makes a difference, putting it at a disadvantage in equalpopulation districting, for reasons suggested by our square state hypothetical. In recent elections, Democratic voters have been heavily concentrated in central cities, sympathetic suburbs and university towns, while Republican voters are spread more evenly around the rest of the country. This enabled Donald Trump to win one presidential election and nearly win a second despite trailing Democrats in popular votes. But Republicans haven’t always had the advantage here. George W. Bush and Obama both won 51% of the popular vote when they were reelected. But Obama’s 51% gave him 332 electoral votes, while Bush’s gave him only 286. Democrats’ demographic concentration means that Democratic redistricters have to draw more grotesquely shaped districts than Republicans. Cook Political Report’s ace redistricting expert David Wasserman noted that Florida, Ohio and New York all have anti-gerrymandering provisions in their state constitutions, but only in Democratic New York was a redistricting plan thrown out for 2022 on those grounds. But then, take a look at the maps. The New York Democrats’ plan had multiple districts as uncompact as Elbridge Gerry’s 1812 masterpiece, from which the term “gerrymandering” comes. The Florida and Ohio Republicans’ districts, on the other hand, have relatively compact shapes and clean lines. Wasserman correctly noted that the New York court’s decision tilts the total effect of redistricting toward Republicans. But the Democrats’ advantage that he was among the first to spot, and that I failed to foresee, was produced by partisan state courts in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. Also, a supposedly nonpartisan commission in California produced a partisan gerrymander as grotesque as anything produced by the late Rep. Phillip Burton (D-California). Liberals who have been screaming that partisan redistricting means the end of democracy didn’t have much to say about these plans, apart from gloating. Since the Supreme Court’s 1964 decision, neither party’s redistricting advantages have proved permanent. Liberals seldom complained about the Democrats’ significant redistricting advantages in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. They only spied a threat to democracy when Republicans developed similar advantages in the 2000s and 2010s. The 1990s were a wash in partisan terms, and the 2020s look to be close to a wash as well. Neither party has had a large enough redistricting advantage to retain majorities in the House for a full inter-census decade since the 1980s, the heyday of Burton, who was succeeded in 1983 by his widow and in 1987 by Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-California). Despite Republican redistricting plans, she is now serving her eighth year out of the last 16 as speaker of the House. Partisan redistricting is not a threat to democracy; it’s just a marginal and unavoidable factor in a system that links representation to population. Michael Barone is a senior political analyst for the Washington Examiner, resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and longtime coauthor of The Almanac of American Politics.

COLUMN | LINDALYN KAKADELIS

The charter school movement is at a crossroads U.S. News and World Report included eight North Carolina charter schools in its list of the top 25 public high schools in the state.

THIS WEEK is National Charter Schools Week, and North Carolina’s public charter school movement stands at a crossroads. There’s no internal question about where public charter schools should go from here — it’s full-steam ahead for us. After all, the population of public charter students tripled in the past decade while the population of school-age children increased by just 2.8 percent. But we don’t decide our fate. That’s a political question because charter schools are public schools, subject to federal and state laws and regulations. It’s political uncertainty that puts the public charter school movement at a crossroads: Will political leaders restrict access to public charter schools even as they reach peak popularity? Last month, the Biden administration proposed restrictions on a federal charter school grant program that would do just that. The proposal would treat some public charter schools as mere overf low spaces, not complementary options for parents to evaluate and potentially choose for their children. But the pushback has been swift — and bipartisan. Former U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu, a Democrat, wrote that the new regulations “would disproportionately harm single-site charter schools and those that serve Black, Hispanic and Native students.” The left-leaning Washington Post editorial board called the move a “sneak attack” that would “sabotage a valuable program.” Recall, too, that charter expansion was a lynchpin of former President Obama’s administration. This controversy underscores the political uncertainty now facing the public charter school movement. In North Carolina, public charter school leaders simply wish to continue doing their jobs — to educate the children they serve and help them reach their full potential. Is that too much to ask? Consider the facts. Public charter schools are part of the public-school family. They complement, rather than compete with, traditional public schools by offering innovative teaching methods and more f lexible curriculum options. They’re free, public schools available to all. Access to a quality education should be something that everybody can enjoy, not just the select few. Of course, restricting public

charter schools would not impact more fortunate families who can pay to send their children to private school. But it would impact families with more limited means who can’t afford private school tuition. Take a recent charter application as an example of the political headwinds the charter movement faces. Greenville Preparatory Academy seeks approval to open in Pitt County, where 74.4% of economically disadvantaged students in grades 4-8 are not proficient in reading. The proposed school’s board includes a university dean, a school psychologist, a community college professor, and a vice president at Goldman Sachs. The school expects to serve a majority-minority student population with 75% of students receiving free and reduced lunch. One other public charter school operates in the entire county. Surprisingly, last month the State Board of Education voted not to approve this charter application after one board member, who declined to meet with the applicants, expressed private objections. Such political uncertainty concerns me. Fortunately, recent signals from state leaders fuel hope that public charter schools will maintain the bipartisan consensus they enjoyed for decades. This year, for the first time since he took office, Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper issued a proclamation honoring National School Choice Week. In a letter after the proclamation, Gov. Cooper’s office praised “innovation in our public schools and public charter schools.” Senate Leader Phil Berger and House Speaker Tim Moore, both Republicans, have consistently supported public charter schools in their mission to offer choice to families. Public charter schools across the state are accomplishing wonderful things for their students. This year, the Sallie B. Howard School in Wilson, which serves a majority-minority student population, was named a National Blue Ribbon School, one of eight in North Carolina. Just last month, U.S. News and World Report included eight North Carolina charter schools in its list of the top 25 public high schools in the state. This National Charter Schools Week, let’s embrace that success together. Lindalyn Kakadelis is Executive Director at North Carolina Coalition for Charter Schools

A7 COLUMN STEPHEN MOORE

Beware the popping of the housing bubble WASHINGTON NEVER LEARNS. Never. Politicians are like collective Alzheimer’s disease patients. They have no short-term memories. Does anyone remember 2008? It was only 14 years ago. Then, America suffered through one of the most significant and most painful financial crises in our nation’s history — and the worst losses since the crash of 1929. Millions of people lost their jobs. Hundreds of thousands defaulted on their mortgages and lost their homes. Trillions of dollars of lifetime savings and wealth evaporated. Central billion-dollar banks and investment houses that were thought to be invincible were swept away like straw huts in the face of a tsunami. The calamity resulted from government policies that intentionally inflated a housing bubble year after year. Few saw the bursting of the bubble coming. When it popped, the carnage was everywhere and felt from coast to coast. Now there are many of the same flashing signs of a housing bubble — and again, no one is paying attention. A well-respected housing affordability index fell last month to near the lowest level ever as home prices surged. Mortgage interest rates now exceed 5.2% — up from 3.6% just two years ago. In some markets, rates are nearing 6%. And the Fed is raising rates again, as it should, but this too will likely further inflate mortgage rates. The average mortgage payment is now $1,800 a month — 70% higher than before COVID-19 hit. Many people live paycheckto-paycheck and are already financially squeezed due to prices rising faster than paychecks. The only other time home payments were as high as they are today was in 2007. Yes, on the eve of the Great Financial Crisis. A popular mortgage monitor called Black Knight shows home prices are up 19.9% over a year ago. Yes, that’s good news for homeowners as their home equity surges. But these gravity-defying home prices are killers for homebuyers, especially young, first-time buyers. Loan-to-income levels are also rising, which makes defaults more likely. If housing prices fall, borrowers will start to be pushed underwater with unpaid loans more outstanding than the house’s value. They will walk away as millions of borrowers did in 2008 and 2009. If this housing run-up were simply a result of natural supply and demand market forces, there wouldn’t be a great cause for concern. Alas, Congress, the Fed and housing agencies such as Fannie Mae are pumping air into the bubble. The Fed has artificially held interest rates too low for too long as part of its “stimulus” strategy. Meanwhile, the Fed has encouraged home loans by purchasing $2.7 trillion of mortgage-backed securities, and they are held on the central bank’s balance sheet. That’s precisely what it did in the early 2000s. Congress has been passing out hundreds of billions for taxpayer-funded rental and mortgage assistance, propping up housing. Meanwhile, Fannie Mae, the federal guarantor of trillions of dollars of mortgages, is now insuring mortgages of more than $1 million. This program was supposed to help lower-income and first-time homebuyers. Now, millionaires are getting subsidized loans thanks to the tremendous power of the housing lobby made up of realtors, mortgage bankers and homebuilders. If and when the bubble bursts again, everyone gets hurt. Homeownership rates will crash again — which is the opposite of the desired result from all of these government programs. These are the laws of unintended consequences that Congress never learns. Stephen Moore is a senior fellow at Freedom Works. He is also author of the new book: “Govzilla: How The Relentless Growth of Government Is Devouring Our Economy.”

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NATION & WORLD Sinn Fein’s Michelle O’Neill speaks after topping the poll at the Medow Bank election count centre on Saturday, May, 7, 2022, in Magherafelt , Northern Ireland.

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N.Ireland parties urged to work together after Sinn Fein win The Associated Press LONDON — The U.K., U.S. and Irish governments have urged rival parties in Northern Ireland to come together to resurrect its power-sharing government after Irish nationalist party Sinn Fein scored a historic victory to become the biggest party in Northern Ireland’s Assembly. Sinn Fein, which seeks union with Ireland, won 27 seats in the 90-seat legislature, beating the Democratic Unionist Party, which secured 25 seats. It’s the first time in Northern Ireland’s history that an Irish nationalist party has topped the voting. But it’s not clear whether Sinn Fein will lead a new government because of Northern Ireland’s delicate power-sharing politics and ongoing tussles over the legacy of Britain’s exit from the European Union. While Sinn Fein’s vice-president Michelle O’Neill now has the right to the post of first minister,

a functioning Northern Ireland Executive — or devolved government — cannot be formed unless the largest unionist party agrees to join in the role of deputy first minister. In February the DUP’s Paul Givan quit as first minister in protest against post-Brexit border arrangements, collapsing the Executive. His party has said it will not return to government unless their demands over the customs arrangements are met. Leaders in London and Dublin said all parties must now re-establish Northern Ireland’s government as soon as possible. Irish prime minister Micheál Martin said late Saturday that “it is now incumbent on all political parties and elected representatives to deliver on their mandate.” “Power-sharing and principles of partnership, equality and mutual respect are at the heart of the Good Friday Agreement, through which peace has been secured and progress achieved for almost

25 years,” he added. “A new power-sharing Executive is vital for progress and prosperity for all in Northern Ireland.” In London, Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis said he will meet with party leaders Monday to discuss how to re-establish a functioning government. Lewis reiterated his position that the U.K. government would like to reach an agreement with the EU to resolve disputes over post-Brexit rules known as the Northern Ireland Protocol. The DUP is strongly opposed to the rules, which have imposed customs and border checks on some goods entering Northern Ireland from the rest of the U.K. Unionists say the new checks have created a barrier between Northern Ireland and the rest of the U.K. that undermines their British identity. Britain’s Conservative government is trying to get the EU to agree to major changes, but negotiations have reached an impasse. “The U.K. government’s posi-

tion is we want to secure a deal with the EU. We’re very clear about that,” Lewis told the BBC Sunday. “We have worked very hard on that for over a year now across a series of conversations. We made proposals. The EU haven’t shown any flexibility.” Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab said post-Brexit problems are an “obstacle to stability” in Northern Ireland, and that the government in London will take “whatever measures are necessary” to try to resolve it. “It’s clear from the dynamic that we now see that we won’t get to that position of stability unless and until it is fixed,” Raab said. U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price also urged Northern Ireland’s political leaders to take the necessary steps to re-establish a functioning government. Brexit’s legacy adds an extra challenge to Northern Ireland’s politics, which operates under a delicate system splitting power between the largest British unionist party and largest Irish nationalist party. The system was created by the 1998 Good Friday peace agreement that ended decades of Catholic-Protestant conflict. If no power-sharing Executive can be formed within six months, a new election may be triggered.

Columbia, S.C. A grand jury has indicted the former CEO of a South Carolina bank on charges of conspiring with onceprominent, now- suspended attorney Alex Murdaugh to defraud victims — including the family of a deaf man who became quadriplegic after a car crash — of $1.8 million. Russell Laffitte, who headed Palmetto State Bank until he was fired earlier this year, now faces 21 charges of fraud, conspiracy and computer crimes, state police announced. The charges build upon a scheme authorities say Murdaugh concocted to steal nearly $8.5 million in insurance settlement and other money from clients and other victims, including the sons of Murdaugh’s dead housekeeper and a state trooper. Indictments issued last month accuse Laffitte of secretly sending Murdaugh money that Laffitte held in trust as a conservator for Murdaugh’s clients. The indictments also outline accusations that Laffitte sent more client money and bank funds to Murdaugh so Murdaugh could pay back loans issued by Laffitte from client funds in another case. Murdaugh’s career began unraveling shortly after his wife and son were found shot dead outside the family’s home last June. State police have released little information about the killings and haven’t named any suspects. Murdaugh’s attorneys have insisted he had nothing to do with the deaths. The 53-year-old heir to a legal dynasty in Hampton County, South Carolina has been jailed since October on an ever-growing list of charges including breach of trust, forgery, money laundering and computer crimes. He is also accused of trying to arrange his own death so his surviving son could collect $10 million in insurance money. He faces a number of civil lawsuits as well. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hong Kong leader says China patriots now firmly in charge The Associated Press HONG KONG — Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said Monday that Chinese patriots are now firmly in charge of the city following the election of its new leader, who ran unopposed in a process controlled by Beijing. Lam’s comments came a day after a carefully vetted election committee voted overwhelmingly to approve John Lee, a hard-line security chief who oversaw a crackdown on Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement after massive protests turned violent in 2019. The protests led to the imposition by Beijing of a sweeping National Security Law and the reorganization of the city’s legislature. Political opponents were subsequently jailed, dissenting voices silenced and the organized opposition quashed. Appearing with Lee, Lam said such changes were necessary to restore order and stability in the Asian financial hub. “I want to thank the central government again for taking resolute measures when Hong Kong faced unprecedented challenges,” said Lam, who is stepping down after a single five-year term as leader. “It formulated the National Security Law, which helped Hong Kong transform from chaos to order, and also improved Hong Kong’s electoral system so that we can achieve long-term peace and stability,” Lam said. Lee won more than 99% of the vote cast by the 1,500 members of the election committee. While China cited the need to restore order as the motivation for political change in Hong Kong, the demand that only patriots —

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Hong Kong Chief Executive-elect John Lee, left, and Chief Executive Carrie Lam pose for a photo during a meeting at the Central Government Complex ahead of a news conference in Hong Kong, Monday, May 9, 2022. defined as those loyal to the ruling Communist Party — could hold office was a central theme. The establishment of the political system of “patriots running Hong Kong” is vital for Hong Kong’s future, Lam said. The foreign ministers of the Group of Seven industrialized countries — Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the U.K. and the U.S. — called the selection process “part of a continued assault on political pluralism and fundamental freedoms.” “The current nomination process and resulting appointment ... further erode the ability of Hong Kongers to be legitimately represented. We are deeply concerned about this steady erosion of political and civil rights and Hong Kong’s autonomy,” they said in a joint statement. Lee will replace Lam on July

1 and take over a city that has in the past five years been through the tumultuous days of the 2019 pro-democracy protests, the ensuing crackdown and a recent coronavirus outbreak that overwhelmed Hong Kong’s health care system and prompted Beijing to send in medics and build temporary quarantine facilities. The handover of power will incorporate the formation of a new government, the continuation of epidemic control measures and preparations for the 25th anniversary celebration of Hong Kong’s return to Chinese rule after 156 years as a British colony. Lee said he and Lam exchanged views on forming the new government during their Monday morning meeting, but gave no indication of any new direction for his administration. Lee has said he wants to en-

sure Hong Kong’s position as a center for financial deal-making while improving quality of life for the 7.4 million citizens of one of the world’s most expensive cities. However, national security concerns are expected to trump all other issues, fueling speculation about a further deterioration of civil rights, free speech and the rule of law. Lam said her government would “render all the necessary assistance and support” for the handover, ensuring Lee “will lead Hong Kong to a greater height in the next five years.” In Beijing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian fired back at criticism of the election from the European Union, whose foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, said Lee’s selection “violates democratic principles and political pluralism in Hong Kong.” Borrell said the election furthered the dismantling of the “one country, two systems” principle under which Hong Kong was supposed to retain its own political, legal and economic system for 50 years after the end of British rule. The election “shows that the new electoral system is a good system in line with the principle of ‘one country, two systems’ and the reality in Hong Kong, and reflects the mainstream public opinion and consensus of staying in solidarity and striving for prosperity of all walks of life in Hong Kong,” Zhao said at a daily briefing. He spoke before the G-7 statement was issued. “It is believed that the new chief executive will lead the new (Hong Kong) government and people to create a new prospect of good governance in Hong Kong,” Zhao said.

Pelosi sets $45,000 minimum yearly salary for House aides Washington, D.C. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced last week a $45,000 minimum annual salary for House staff and teed up for a vote this week a resolution that would pave the way for aides to join a union. While jobs on Capitol Hill are highly coveted and can lead to big salaries down the road, the work often involves grueling hours and low pay in a region where steep housing costs can leave little money for other necessities. Lawmakers set the pay for their aides. The money comes from an allowance made available to each member to cover rent, equipment, salary and other expenses incurred in performing their official duties. “Doing so will open the doors to public service for those who may not have been able to afford to do so in the past,” Pelosi said. “This is also an issue of fairness, as many of the youngest staffers working the longest hours often earn the lowest salaries.” The deadline for implementing the $45,000 annual minimum will be Sept. 1. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Hurricanes forward Andrei Svechnikov protests a call on his way to the penalty box against the Bruins in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series.

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Manny Bates transfers to Butler Indianapolis Manny Bates has a new home. Butler coach Thad Matta landed the 6-foot-11 NC State graduate transfer who has battled injuries throughout his college career. Bates had 147 blocks, fourth in school history, and shot 64.7% from the field in two seasons with the Wolfpack. The Fayetteville native played just one game last season after suffering a season‑ending shoulder injury in the first minute of NC State’s season opener.

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NC Courage wins first Challenge Cup Cary The North Carolina Courage won their first NWSL Challenge Cup on Saturday, beating the Washington Spirit 2-1 in an injury-filled title match at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary. The Courage’s Kerolin Nicoli opened the scoring in the 10th minute and an own goal by Spirit defender Taylor Aylmer in the 70th minute were enough for the Courage. Ashley Hatch scored for the Spirit, who lost Jordan Baggett to injury in one of several moments from the match that had players and observers questioning the game’s safety and the referees’ performance.

Shinyashiki scores in Charlotte FC’s 1-0 win over Miami Charlotte Andre Shinyashiki scored in his Charlotte debut in the expansion team’s 1-0 victory over Inter Miami on Saturday at Bank of America Stadium. Four days after coming over from Colorado in a trade, Shinyashiki scored off Yordy Reyna’s cross in the 68th minute. The 2019 MLS Rookie of the Year had 16 goals and added six assists during his time with the Rapids. Kristijan Kahlina made six saves for Charlotte (4-6-1). Charlotte FC is now 4-1-0 at home but is still looking for its first road win. Inter Miami dropped to 3-6-1.

Officials are calling more infractions this postseason — and it is costing Carolina By Cory Lavalette North State Journal RALEIGH — Something happened on the way to the Stanley Cup. The NHL’s referees, once known for swallowing their whistles in the postseason, can’t get enough of raising their arms and filling the penalty box. Through four games of the Hurricanes’ series with Boston, there have been 120 penalty minutes. Outside of the 10-minute misconduct handed down to the Bruins’ Trent Frederic at the end of Game 1, those minutes have come on 53 minor penalties called in the series. In the Toronto-Tampa Bay series, there have been 48 minors through four games. Forty-three in the Edmonton-Los Angeles series; another 47 between St. Louis and Minnesota. Both the Bruins and Hurricanes have averaged around eight minutes of power play time per game in the first four games of their series. In the reg-

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Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour has seen penalties called at nearly double the normal rate through four games of his team’s first round series with the Bruins. ular season, Carolina had 4:27 of man-advantage time, while Boston registered 4:41. On the surface, the increased special teams would seem to benefit the Hurricanes. Carolina easily led the league with its 88.0% penalty kill and was in the top half of the league with a

13th-ranked 22.0% power play. The Bruins, meanwhile, were 15th on the power play at 21.2% and ranked ninth in killing penalties at 81.3%. But there’s no denying that Boston’s power play, despite the middle-of-the-pack numbers, is one of the elite ones in the NHL.

While the Bruins have seemingly thrived on the power play through four games, they’re converting at a 22.7% success rate — just slightly higher than their regular season production. It’s not so much about Boston’s success as its ability to do so against Carolina’s vaunted penalty kill. Furthermore, the Hurricanes’ power play has stumbled in the series, converting at just a 9.1% rate. The number is a little deceiving since Carolina has had several abbreviated penalties, including end-of-game power plays that were just seven and three seconds long in Games 1 and 4, respectively. But the Bruins have still had about twice the success Carolina has had. And when there is twice as much power play time as teams are used to, it becomes an even bigger factor. “We took a lot of penalties today, and obviously it killed us,” said Hurricanes forward Andrei Svechnikov following Sunday’s Game 4. “They’ve got a good power play. We’ve gotta look for that and take less penalties, that’s for sure.” Behind the scenes, the Hurricanes are frustrated with the way the series has been officiated. Further complicating matters is Carolina has been the better team at 5-on-5. Take away Boston’s five power play goals, one empty-netter and one shorthanded goal, and the Bruins have managed just five goals at full See HURRICANES, page B3

New Devils: Scheyer breaks with tradition in coaching hire For the first time in 26 years, Duke has assistants from outside the family By Shawn Krest North State Journal DURHAM — Jon Scheyer took the wheel of the Duke basketball program in April and didn’t take long to make an unexpected sharp turn. The head coach-in-waiting for 11 months while Hall of Fame coach Mike Krzyzewski took one last year at the helm, Scheyer had plenty of time to make a smooth transition into the big chair on the sideline. In one move, Scheyer showed that “smooth transition” didn’t necessarily mean “more of the same.” The longtime assistant inherited Krzyzewski’s coaching staff, but

he had two positions to fill — his own, since he was moving up from associate head coach, and the one vacated by Nolan Smith, who left to take a job at Louisville. Scheyer filled one spot quickly with Amile Jefferson, a former team captain under Krzyzewski. Jefferson was the 11th straight assistant coach position that Duke had filled with a former player, dating back to 1996. The answer to the trivia question is Tim O’Toole — a Duke assistant for one season and the last non-Blue Devil alum on the staff for the next quarter century. Just when it seemed that Scheyer was going to do his best Coach K imitation, he filled the second open spot on the staff — Kentucky assistant Jai Lucas. The son of longtime NBA player and coach — and University of Maryland product — John Lucas,

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New Duke coach Jon Scheyer went outside of the Blue Devils family to hire Jai Lucas as an assistant on his staff. Jai played at Florida and Texas and began his coaching career with the Longhorns before joining John Calipari’s staff at Kentucky. Lucas is considered a rising star in the coaching profession, a strong recruiter who played a role in many of Calipari’s high-profile signings over the past few seasons. Scheyer delivered a message

to fans and foes alike: This is not your father’s Blue Devils. He established himself as his own man, ready to take the program in his own direction. In addition to bringing in an outsider, he also fired a torpedo into Calipari’s staff — a frequent competitor for the See DUKE, page B4

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Charlie McAvoy: The Bruins defenseman was scratched from Game 4 against the Hurricanes less than an hour before the opening faceoff and placed in the NHL’s COVID-19 protocol. McAvoy joined Hampus Lindholm as key defensemen out of the lineup for Boston, which still managed to win Sunday’s Game 4 and even the first round series at two games apiece. McAvoy, according to league protocols, would miss at least Game 5, scheduled for Tuesday in Raleigh. Max Verstappen: The defending Formula One champion used an aggressive early pass on points leader Charles Leclerc then controlled the inaugural Miami Grand Prix to pick up his third win of the season. Verstappen started third but Red Bull quickly got the best of Ferrari for a second consecutive race. Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr. had locked up the front row in qualifying for Ferrari, but Verstappen pounced at the start to get ahead of Sainz. He then set his sights on Leclerc and used a strong outside pass on the ninth lap to claim the lead. Mike Brown: The former Cavaliers and Lakers coach and current Golden State assistant is staying in California, agreeing to take over the top job with the Sacramento Kings. Brown, whose name was mentioned for the Hornets’ coaching vacancy, will take over the franchise with the longest playoff drought in NBA history. Brown guided the Cavaliers to the NBA Finals in 2007. He is expected to stay with the Warriors through the playoffs.

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Joey Logano bumped leader William Byron from behind and into the wall on the penultimate lap to win the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway on Sunday. Logano tracked Byron for about 25 laps until running up to his rear bumper, smacking it hard and sending Byron into the wall. Logano went on to his first win of the season and his first ever at the track “Too Tough To Tame,” ending his 40-race winless drought.

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“I would’ve bet my life on that one.” Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour on his failed goaltender interference challenge in Sunday’s 5-2 Game 4 loss in Boston. JOHN RAOUX | AP PHOTO

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“I will learn from this incident, and I sincerely apologize.”

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WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol (20-0, 11 KOs) handed Canelo Alvarez (57‑2‑2, 39 KOs) just the second defeat of his career Saturday night in Las Vegas. All three judges scored the bout 115-113 in Bivol’s favor. Considered the best pound-for-pound fighter of the last decade, Alvarez last lost in 2013 to Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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MLB umpire Dan Bellino in his apology after ejecting Arizona pitcher Madison Bumgarner from a game in Miami this week.

The sale price of English Premier League club Chelsea to a group led by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly, the highest amount fetched for a professional sports team in history. The sale ends the ownership of Roman Abramovich, a Russian oligarch who was forced to offload the club over the war in Ukraine.

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The Mets released second baseman Robinson Canó on Sunday, parting ways with the slumping 39-yearold a week after he was designated for assignment despite having nearly $45 million remaining on his contract. Canó has 2,632 career hits, the most among active players who have not yet reached 3,000.

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Veteran coach Mike D’Antoni is among the candidates to be the next Hornets coach. The two-time NBA Coach of the Year is the biggest name being mentioned as the possible successor to James Borrego, who was fired following the season after four years in Charlotte. D’Antoni, who turned 71 Sunday, previously worked under current Hornets general manager Mitch Kupchak with the Lakers for two seasons.

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Keep Going: Zombro returns to mound for Durham Bulls The pitcher was hit by a line drive in a horrific scene last season

North State Journal staff THE DURHAM BULLS received their championship rings for having the best record in Triple-A last season. In addition to the cluster of diamonds on the face and the names and logos carved into gold on either side, there’s a message etched on the inside. Unlike the gaudy displays on the outside of the ring, this message isn’t there to serve notice that “We won.” It’s more personal, not meant to be seen, but the person who has it on his or her finger will be very aware that it’s there. “Keep going,” reads the inscription. It’s the motto adopted by the 2021 Bulls after June 5. Durham was already in first place at that point in the season, although the Bulls were trailing Norfolk in that night’s game by a 12-4 score in the eighth inning. Norfolk’s Brett Cumberland hit a line drive up the middle. The ball was measured at 104 mph coming off the bat, returning to pitcher Tyler Zombro about 14 mph faster than when it left his hand. Zombro, off balance from throwing the pitch, wasn’t in position to catch the ball or defend himself. It made contact with his right temple, and he went down. It would be two full days before the Bulls played again. At the time, variants of COVID-19 were beginning to spike, and the players were in a pseudo “bubble” with access to the field severely limited to prevent exposure. The team pierced that bubble without a second thought, bringing Zombro’s wife, Moriah, out of the stands and out to the mound, her cries echoing through the silent ballpark. Nearly to a person, observers in attendance that night say they thought they were watching someone’s last moments of life right there on the mound at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. An ambulance was brought through the right-field gate and driven onto the infield to load Zombro inside

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Tyler Zombro, pictured pitching for the Tampa Bay Rays in February 2020, returned to the mound a couple weeks ago for the Durham Bulls nearly a year after he was struck in the head by a batted ball. and rush him to the hospital. The numbers are ridiculous — nonsensical — and, just like the 104 mph, they don’t really matter to people who saw it happen. His surgery lasted a reported 150 minutes. Doctors placed 16 plates and 36 screws into his skull. The Bulls would return to the field on Sunday, the same day that Zombro was moved from ICU. Updates were scarce, partly out of respect for privacy for Zombro and his family, and partly because his journey would be long and slow. Video of him struggling to walk came out later in the season. And, at some point, the team’s message to their fallen comrade became a rallying cry: Keep going. Eventually, Zombro was able to post a number that had significance: 325 On April 24, 325 days after

“Not a whole lot on a baseball field that chokes me up, but this moment certainly does.” Pete Michaud, Norfolk Tides announcer the line drive changed his life, Zombro returned to the mound to pitch in a game for the Bulls. He was wearing a special Kevlar-lined cap with a protective flap over his right temple. He’d already pitched against live batters a few times in spring training and extended spring after the regular season started. Now, for the first time with his Bulls teammates behind him, Zombro would go to the

mound … and keep going. The game was in Norfolk, against the same opponent as the previous June 5. Cumberland was again in the lineup for the Tides. Zombro entered the game to start the second inning, but before he could throw his first pitch, his warmup tosses were interrupted by an impromptu tribute. The visiting team put a “Welcome back Tyler” sign on the stadium video board, and the P.A. system began to play the Foo Fighters song “My Hero.” When he was officially announced as the pitcher, the Norfolk players spilled out of their dugout, quickly joined by the Bulls on the other side of the field. Both teams lined up and gave Zombro a standing ovation. Norfolk playby-play announcer Pete Michaud’s voice cracked as he described the scene to fans at home, and he

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s role expands with NBC

“I’ve really enjoyed NBC pushing me and getting me out of my comfort zone.”

The retired NASCAR Hall of Famer was part of the network’s Kentucky Derby coverage and will also work the Indianapolis 500

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The Associated Press DALE EARNHARDT JR. will experience a different type of horsepower before NBC’s coverage of the NASCAR Cup Series season revs up next month. The retired NASCAR star was at the Kentucky Derby for the second time on Saturday before contributing to the network’s Indianapolis 500 coverage on May 29. Earnhardt said having a role in different events beyond NASCAR was a big reason why he decided to sign with NBC after retiring from driving in 2017. “I’ve really enjoyed NBC pushing me and getting me out of my comfort zone. And it’s terribly uncomfortable to put on a sports coat and dive headfirst into being a part of the broadcast team at these events. I feel at times really undeserving and out of place,” Earnhardt said in a phone interview with The Associated Press. “I’m thankful that they pair me with Rutledge Wood, who I’m really familiar with and great to work with. And that really knocks the edge off the experience to where I feel pretty comfortable.” Earnhardt and Wood took part in a scavenger hunt during Satur-

HURRICANES from page B1 strength in the series. The Hurricanes have 10 goals at 5-on-5. But when more than a quarter of the first 240 minutes of the series have been played at 5-on-4, it puts the Hurricanes at a disadvantage, regardless of what the season-long numbers say. “If we take that many penalties like the last couple of games,” Hurricanes goalie Antti Raanta said after Game 4,” that’s been pretty much the game the last

could be heard sniffing back tears. “Not a whole lot on a baseball field that chokes me up, but this moment certainly does,” he said. Two days later, Zombro took the mound back home in Durham, returning to the same spot where the incident occurred. “I think it all came kind of full circle there and definitely was a symbol of me ‘completing the journey’ to be back to performing in Triple-A,” Zombro told MLB. com after making his return. He’s still not happy with his velocity, and he’s actually back on the seven-day injured list with a pitching-related injury. So his journey might not be at the finish line quite yet. But he’s come farther than anyone could have envisioned 11 months ago. And there’s no reason to believe that Tyler Zombro won’t keep going.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. — pictured in 2019 — has taken on a bigger role with NBC, working events like last weekend’s Kentucky Derby. day’s Kentucky Derby coverage. The segments included some time in the infield, a trip up into the iconic Twin Spires and one of the speakeasy locations hidden within Churchill Downs. Earnhardt’s segments — whether it be at the Derby or Super Bowl pregame show — are meant to show things that appeal to him

and may resonate with viewers. He said executive producer Sam Flood told him many of those fans have never been to the event. “To see you experience it, to be a fish out of water and keying in on those things that jump out at you and get you interested, people can relate to that,” Earnhardt said. Sometimes Earnhardt’s experi-

ences come with surprises. During the Super Bowl pregame show in February, he was stunned by a T-Rex that came out of nowhere during an interview promoting “Jurassic World” with Jeff Goldblum. That did not happen during rehearsals. Earnhardt said the one thing that continues to blow him away

two games. … It just takes a lot out of the guys that are killing the penalties. Even if you can kill the penalties, you will struggle getting back to that 5-on-5 game.” While the Hurricanes have kept the grumbling about the way penalties are being called to a murmur, coach Rod Brind’Amour didn’t hesitate to vent about how two similar goaltender interference calls have gone against his team in the four games. The goal by Boston’s Jake

DeBrusk in Game 4, when the Bruins forward used his stick to spin Raanta around before locating the loose puck and tying the game late in the second period, was challenged by Carolina but upheld. Boston scored the go-ahead goal on the ensuing delay of game penalty, helped along by Sebastian Aho’s high-sticking double-minor early in that kill, to seize control of the game and eventually even the series. “You can’t play the puck when

it’s in between (Raanta’s) legs from the side and knock the goalie sideways, turn him to squirt it out,” Brind’Amour said. “If you can, then I don’t know how (Nino) Niederreiter’s goal isn’t a goal in the first game when they said, ‘100% not a goal.’ … They’re too good a team to just give them goals. We have no chance if that happens.” What was once a 2-0 series lead for Carolina is now a bestof-three. The Hurricanes still have a chance.

about his first Derby trip in 2019 was seeing the difference in size between a normal horse and a Triple Crown contender. He compared it to putting a normal person next to an NFL player. “It was my favorite thing that I experienced. It really helps you understand how impressive they are,” Earnhardt said. Earnhardt is also excited about returning to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where he will work alongside Danica Patrick and Mike Tirico. There will be an animated feature narrated by Earnhardt where he will discuss his first trip to the infield’s Snake Pit music party during the race. Earnhardt is planning on bringing his wife, Amy, to Indianapolis for her first 500. “I want her to see all the tradition and the build up to the race because you can’t experience anything like it at a NASCAR race,” he said. “It’s like a national event. Having not grown up in that world I couldn’t appreciate it more had I been born into it.” Earnhardt’s offseason did include a return to the NASCAR booth as an analyst for Fox during last month’s race at Talladega. He said it was a good chance to knock the rust off before NBC’s schedule begins June 26 at Nashville.

“It just takes a lot out of the guys that are killing the penalties. Even if you can kill the penalties, you will struggle getting back to that 5-on-5 game.” Antti Raanta, Hurricanes goalie

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How Rich Strike pulled off stunning Kentucky Derby upset The 3-year-old horse, at nearly 81-1 odds, stunned horse racing with his shocking win Saturday The Associated Pressl This doesn’t happen. Horses at odds of nearly 81-1 don’t win the Kentucky Derby. Jockeys who have never won any big stakes race of any kind don’t claim the sport’s biggest race. Owners with fewer than 10 career wins don’t triumph in the Run for the Roses. Rich Strike and his connections disagree with those sentiments. One of the biggest upsets in racing history happened Saturday in the Kentucky Derby, when Rich Strike shocked the establishment by running past everyone and winning the first leg of this year’s Triple Crown series. Those who bet $2 to win on Rich Strike got $163.60 in return. Not bad for about two minutes of work. For jockey Sonny Leon, trainer Eric Reed and owner Rick Dawson, the result was life-changing. Leon was racing Friday at a little-known track in Cincinnati called Belterra Park. Reed’s biggest win before Saturday was with a filly called Satans Quick Chick in a Grade 2 race nearly 12 years ago. Dawson, a half-hour or so after the Derby, rhetorically asked a question to anyone within earshot. “What planet is this?” Dawson said. Indeed, it’s a whole new world that he’s part of now. And a 3-year-old colt that was much closer to last place than first for most of the race Saturday made it all happen.

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Rich Strike, front right, with Sonny Leon aboard, wins the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday. How did he even get in? Good luck for him, bad luck for another. The Kentucky Derby can’t have more than 20 horses in the field. Rich Strike was 21st on the list. If one of the 20 horses that qualified didn’t scratch from the race before 9 a.m. Friday, Rich Strike’s Derby plan would have ended. At 8:45 a.m. Friday, the call came: No scratches. Reed texted his father: “Didn’t happen.” The security guard working the barn and protecting Rich Strike was sent home. Plans were being made to run Rich Strike in a race

this week in New York instead. Around that time, the connections for Ethereal Road — trained by D. Wayne Lukas — told Derby officials that they were pulling out of the race. Reed got another call at 8:55 telling him not to move the horse, then another call a minute or two later with the official word. They were in. “What just happened?” Reed asked. Turns out, history was starting to happen. How did he win? Think of the horses like race

cars. There’s a finite amount of fuel in the tank. The faster you burn the fuel, the quicker the tank empties. And that’s exactly what happened in the Kentucky Derby. Summer Is Tomorrow was the leader after a quarter-mile, or two furlongs. He covered that distance in 21.78 seconds — the fastest time in Kentucky Derby history. No horse can sustain that pace for 1¼ miles. And Summer Is Tomorrow wound up finishing last in the 20-horse field, 64½ lengths behind Rich Strike. It wasn’t just Summer Is Tomorrow. Many horses went out on a blistering pace because so many trainers and jockeys had decided their best move was to get close to the lead for the opening portions of the race. The biggest indicator that this was going to be a wild finish probably came when track announcer Larry Collmus briefly stopped his rundown of which horse was where in the field at the half-mile mark. “The opening half-mile was — whoa! — blazing fast, 45.36 seconds,” Collmus said. Those fuel tanks were emptying far faster than anticipated. At that half-mile mark, Rich Strike was ahead of only two horses. He was sitting in 18th place. How did Rich Strike pass so many horses? Two answers: He ran by some, and some, as they say in racing, stopped running. Technically, that last part isn’t true. All 20 horses were “running” when they crossed the finish line. Nobody “stopped.” But some simply ran out of gas, meaning their all-out sprints had become little more than a gallop or a jog. Rich Strike had tons of fuel left. He also had one other major advantage: He was near the rail. It’s simple math: The closer one is to the rail, the shorter of a distance one has to run. Most of the contending horses as the

leaders turned into the stretch and headed home were fanned out wide across the track, moves that made their trips a bit longer. This is where Leon had a huge decision to make. He had to get around Messier, one of the early leaders who was fading fast. Leon decided to veer slightly to his right and get around Messier, then dove back down toward the rail to finish Rich Strike’s run. It was almost as if nobody saw him coming. They saw him at the end. That’s all that mattered. How did handicappers get this so wrong? If we knew that, everyone would have cashed their Derby tickets. Rich Strike had just one win coming into the race (though, in fairness, it was by 17¼ lengths, which is impressive regardless of the level of competition). He’s a closer. He hadn’t won any of his last five races but made late moves in all of them, going from sixth to third, seventh to fifth, eighth to third, 11th to fourth and 11th to third. Passing horses down the stretch is apparently his favorite pastime. Handicappers definitely missed that. But reputations also matter. Frankly, not many horseplayers knew who Leon was, or who Reed was, before Saturday. They do now. “It’s a horse race, and anybody can win,” Reed said. “And the tote board doesn’t mean a thing.” What’s next? The Preakness is May 21 at Pimlico, and it would seem like Rich Strike will head there to see if he can move one win away from grabbing the most improbable Triple Crown ever. “That’s probably the plan,” Reed said Sunday. “I’m not going to do a whole lot with him, and I don’t like to run back quick. You get one like this in a lifetime and you have to protect him.”

Local players keep NFL dream alive with free agent deals Two dozen undrafted North Carolina college products will look to make NFL rosters

games at right tackle for the Tar Heels. The Steelers seem to be interested in his size, at 344 pounds with arm length that captured scouts’ attention. A pair of Tar Heels will be headed to the Bay Area, as the 49ers signed UNC players on each side of the ball. Linebacker Jeremiah Gemmel has been a leader for the Tar Heels defense and has a shot at landing on the 53. Tight end Garrett Walston will be trying to find a spot on the Niners’ offense. Two other Tar Heels were signed as UFAs: Cornerback Kyler McMichael went to the Tampa Bay Bucs, and linebacker/pass rusher Tomon Fox went to the Giants,

who also selected a pair of UNC offensive linemen in the draft. In addition to signing Tucker, the Steelers brought in Duke’s record-setting running back Mataeo Durant. According to reports, he signed the largest UFA running back contract in team history, including a $15,000 signing bonus, a sign he might be in the team’s plans. Duke had one other player signed as a free agent: Cornerback Josh Blackwell went to the Eagles. Russell Wilson made sure that the Seattle Seahawks were familiar with NC State, and another former Wolfpack standout could be the school’s new representative on the Seattle roster. Linebacker Vi Jones was signed to a UFA contract and turned heads at rookie minicamp, with coach Pete Carroll praising him for “looking the part” of an NFL linebacker. Wilson’s new team, the Denver Broncos, also found an NC State free agent, signing tight end Dylan Parham. State had three other players sign UFA deals, including two with Baltimore. The Ravens were impressed with NC State’s offensive skill positions, bringing in running back Ricky Person and receiver Emeka Emezie. Another Wolfpack running back, Bam Knight, found a potential NFL home with the Jets. In addition to signing NC State players, the Broncos and Jets also were the landing spots for the two ECU defensive backs. Cornerback Ja’Quan McMillan signed with Denver and safety DJ Ford with the Jets. The Charlotte 49ers had a player sign a free agent contract, with safety Jon Alexander bound for the Bears.

and Jefferson comprise one of the youngest coaching staffs in college basketball, and they enter the season with two games of head coaching experience — both interim jobs by Scheyer after Coach K suffered illnesses. Scheyer addressed that weakness by hiring Elon head coach Mike Schrage — a longtime member of Coach K’s support staff — to a special assistant role. While Schrage won’t be a full assistant, he will be available to do, as he puts it, “Whatever (Scheyer) needs.” Schrage’s coaching experience should help Scheyer adjust to his new role. “Just time management,” Schrage said, “never getting too high or too low. … Just balancing

your schedule and how you process things is so important because the reality is he’s done so much with this program as a player and assistant coach, it is different now as the head coach.” From his first moves in his new job, Scheyer is underscoring just how different things will be at Duke. After 40-plus years, there’s going to be a bit of a shake-up at old Cameron Indoor. “It’s already been built on a great foundation by Coach K, and he’s trying to find a way to make it his own and take it to the next step,” Lucas said of Scheyer. “He’s thinking the right way, and he’s not afraid of rocking the boat a little bit to go with his vision and what he sees.”

By Shawn Krest North State Journal THE CAROLINA PANTHERS traded up in the draft to address their quarterback position, selecting Matt Corral out of Ole Miss to develop behind Sam Darnold, still slotted to be Carolina’s starter. The Carolina front office hinted that the team might not be done adding to its quarterback depth chart, and it didn’t take long for the Panthers to live up to that foreshadowing. While they didn’t sign or trade for a veteran, Carolina included a quarterback in the group of undrafted free agents, signed in the days following the conclusion of the draft. Like their first pick in the draft, the Panthers didn’t leave the state to sign their quarterback, bringing in Elon’s Davis Cheek. The second-team All-CAA signal-caller started 40 games in five years with the Phoenix and faces a long road to making the Carolina roster. Of the nearly two dozen local products that signed undrafted free agent deals this year, there are several who have better odds of making their respective team’s final 53 than Cheek. Wake Forest’s Luiji Vilain was included on most lists of free agents to watch after the edge rusher signed with the Minnesota Vikings. After the Michigan transfer recorded eight sacks with the Deacons this past season, he was

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country’s elite recruits. “I’m very fortunate to have Chris [Carrawell in his fifth year on the staff] and Amile,” Scheyer said. “I coached Amile for four years. We’ve been really close and the fact he’s been with me this past year. Chris, obviously me and him have amazing history together. They know me. … But getting a different perspective, I think, is really important. Other people do great things too, and so for Jai, that adds an incredible amount of value.” Carrawell, who coached in several other spots before returning to his alma mater, may have helped show Scheyer the value of having an outside voice.

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Elon quarterback Davis Cheek was signed by the Carolina Panthers, one of several local players looking to catch on with a team after not being selected in the NFL Draft. highly sought on the UFA market. According to reports, he earned a signing bonus and guaranteed salary, two promising signs for making the cut. Two of Vilain’s Wake Forest teammates also found homes after the draft. Wide receiver Jacquarii Roberson signed with the Dallas Cowboys, while defensive back Nasir Greer went to the Kansas City Chiefs. The Vikings could be a promising landing spot for another player from the state. App State wide receiver Thomas Hennigan signed with Minnesota. The Vikings only devoted one of their 10 picks to the position, so Hennigan will have a

“That’s the most important thing that we want,” Carrawell said. “I thought it helped me coming back. The fact that I was able to coach in the D League, be at Marquette for four years, coming back into it when I was in meetings, talking from my perspective and just not one perspective which you could get into sometimes.” It’s also something that hasn’t happened at Duke since Carrawell was a freshman, long before anyone on the current roster was born. “The outside perspective is something that’s never happened,” Lucas said. “So you didn’t think it was going to happen. I think it’s a testament to Coach Scheyer, what he’s trying to do and where he’s trying to grow the program. It’s a

shot at landing on the team. Other Mountaineers who got signed include cornerback Shaun Jolly, who went to Cleveland; receiver Jalen Virgil, signed by the Broncos; and receiver Malik Williams, who went to the Bills. Appalachian State also sent two free agents to the Lions: tackle Demetrius Taylor and receiver Corey Sutton. Taylor has plenty of competition at his spot, but he seems to have the team’s eye and could land on the roster. Several Pittsburgh Steelers sites like Jordan Tucker’s chance of surviving final cuts. Pittsburgh doesn’t have depth at offensive tackle, and Tucker started 35

“The outside perspective is something that’s never happened. So you didn’t think it was going to happen.” Jai Lucas, Duke assistant big thing. It’s never been done, but it just shows that he’s in the right seat and the right situation to do it because he’s trying to find a way to continue to advance Duke to be more.” At an average age of 35 years old, Scheyer, Carrawell, Lucas

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Biden, embracing deficit re- ard of the economy while trying high prices a key political risk for sixth, butscientist jumpedZach five Goldberg randuction as a way to fight inflation, to fend off criticism about infla- Democrats. Political See DEFICIT page B6 certain grievance studies concepts through spots in 2021, knocking the Lexis/Nexis to see how often Texas down a database, distinction, they appeared in our press over the years. to share first place with He found huge increases in the usages Georgia. Criteria “unconscious for of “white privilege,” bias,” this nationwide award “critical race theory” and “whiteness.” “We’re encouraged by the reAll of thisthe is being to college include totaltaught number port on the recovery of our tourstudents, many of whom become primary ism industry, which is essential to “More than 45,000 small of new and expanded and secondary school teachers who then the state’s economic well-being,” businesses across North facilities in the state, indoctrinate our young people. said North Carolina Department total capital investment I doubt whether the coronavirusof Commerce Secretary Machelle Carolina rely on what visitors in newfinancial and expanded caused crunch will give college Baker Sanders. “More than 45,000 spend – on everything and university administrators, who are a facilities, total number small businesses across North Carcrossbreed between a parrot of new jobs created, as and jellyfish, olina rely on what visitors spend from lodging aand dining to the guts and backbone to restore academic – on everything from lodging and transportation, recreation well as business-climate respectability. Far too often, they get much dining to transportation, recreattractiveness. and retail.” of their political support from campusNorth State Journal staff cent to 197,500 jobs in 2021. That ation and retail.” “This is not some blip,” grievance people who are members of the Sanders noted that as a result figure reverses the more than 26 said Gary Daughters, Site faculty and diversity and multicultural RALEIGH — The North Caro- percent loss in employment suf- of travelers’ contributions to state N.C. Commerce Secretary administrative offices. Selection magazine’s lina tourism industry saw a major fered in 2020. The total remains 18 and local tax revenue, North Car- Machelle Baker Sanders The best hope lies with boards of recovery in 2021 with $28.9 billion percent below the record 242,600 olina households averaged about senior editor. “North trustees, though many serve as yes-men in visitor spending. With domestic jobs from 2019. Tourism payroll $580 in yearly savings. Carolina’s increasingly for the university president. I think that a reaching new heights as in- increased 19 percent to $7.7 bilTourism facts: travel resonant example good start would be to find 1950s or 1960s Total spending by domestic and ly $1.2 billion in 2021. ternational visitation lagged, the lion. As a result of visitor spending, represents triumph catalogs. Lookthe at the course offerings at Local tax receipts grew 26 pertotal falls just 1 percent below the state and local governments saw international visitors in North Caraof time when college graduates knew how long-term planning, record set in 2019 and represents a rebounds in tax revenues to $2.3 olina reached $28.9 billion in 2021. cent to $1.1 billion. to read, write andand compute, and make45 percent increase from pandem- billion. Direct tourism employment in That sum represents a 44.9 perperseverance them today’s curricula. Another helpful The figures are preliminary find- cent increase over 2020 expendi- North Carolina increased 10.5 peric-stricken 2020. adaptability, investment tool would be to give careful consideration “We know visitor spending helps ings from research commissioned tures. The figure falls 1 percent be- cent to 197,500. and execution.” to eliminating all classes/majors/minors Direct tourism payroll increased fuel our economy in all 100 coun- by Visit North Carolina, In measur- low the record $29.22 billion spent “We arethe proud containing word to “studies,” such as ties by sustaining local businesses, ing the economic value of the trav- in 2019. 18.9 percent to $7.7 billion. women, Asian, orand queer studies.supporting thousands of jobs and el sector, the research incorporates work with ourblack state Visitors spend more than $79 Domestic travelers spent a reI’d bet partners that by restoring the traditionalbringing in tax revenue and that’s a broad range of data sources to en- cord $28.6 billion in 2021. Spend- million per day in North Carolina. local to bring academic mission to colleges, they would why we’ve been working to encour- sure that the entire visitor economy ing was up 45.2 percent from $19.7 That spending adds $6.4 million economic development put a serious dent into the COVID-19 age tourism,” said Governor Roy is quantified in detail. per day to state and local tax revbillion in 2020. projects to North Carolina, budget shortfall. International travelers spent enues (about $3.3 million in state The research shows that domesCooper. “After being hit hard in improving the quality of 2020, tourism has bounced back tic visitor spending has fully recov- $337 million in 2021, up 25.6 per- taxes and $3.1 million in local taxWalter Williams a professor of as people around the world are ered in North Carolina while in- cent from the previous year. life of E. our citizensisand es). economics at George Masonas University. emphasizing our state Each North Carolina household Visitors to North Carolina genagain getting to see and experience ternational spending still lags. In 2021, domestic visitors spent $28.6 erated $3.9 billion in federal, state saved $580 on average in state and the greatest state in the country.” the destination to grow For the second year in a row, billion, a figure that tops the 2019 and local taxes in 2021. The total local taxes as a direct result of visand expand a business,” North Carolina ranks No. 5 in do- record by 2.4 percent. Internation- represents a 29 percent increase itor spending in the state. Savings said Christopher Chung, per capita averaged $222. al visitor spending rose nearly 26 from 2020. mestic visitation. chief executive officer of North Carolina hosted nearly 45 State tax receipts from visitor The state’s tourism-support- percent, but it’s still down more the EDPNC. spending rose 34 percent to near- million visitors in 2021. ed workforce increased 10.5 per- than 74 percent from 2019.

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DEFICIT from page B5 the debt already totals $23.9 trillion and will continue to rise in the second half of this year. And while Biden expects his plans will improve the outlook for budget deficits over the next decade, the national debt would continue to climb. The Biden administration believes that the cost of servicing the debt is low enough to sustain the borrowing, while critics say structural changes are needed to improve the long-term outlook. “There needs to be a real fiscal restructuring because we continue to see these trillion-dollar deficits as far as the eye can see,” said Douglas Holtz-Eakin, a former director of the Congressional Budget Office who now leads the center-right American Action Forum. Holtz-Eakin said the Biden administration is taking credit for lower deficits over the past two years that largely occurred due to the end of coronavirus-related spending, rather than fixing the finances of Medicare and Social Security that will determine the long-term budget outlook. “That doesn’t seem to be the right aspiration for a great country,” Holtz-Eakin said. “What they’re doing is essentially deferring the need to do anything real and genuinely fix the programs that are important to people.” Deficit reduction also matches a priority of Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, the key Democratic vote in the evenly split Senate who blocked the passage of Biden’s domestic and environmental agenda in December. The reduction also occurs amid rising interest rates on U.S. Treasury notes, a consequence of inflation running at 8.5% and the Federal Reserve’s efforts to reduce price pressures. Within an hour of Biden’s remarks, Senate Republicans gathered to challenge Biden’s economic policies. Their core critique is that overspending in response to COVID-19 was paired with restrictions on domestic oil and natural gas production, leading to higher gasoline prices than under Trump. ‘The biggest drag on the U.S. economy right now involves the rising energy costs,” said Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska. “This is purely a self-inflicted wound by the Biden administration.” One of the challenges for Biden is that voters have largely shrugged off deficit increases and seldom rewarded deficit cuts. Voters might discuss the idea of reducing deficits with pollsters, yet health care, incomes and inflation are often top of mind when casting their ballots. Norman Ornstein, an emeritus scholar at the conservative American Enterprise Institute, noted that deficits are often “abstract” for voters. The recent low interest rates have also muted any potential economic drags from higher deficits, which have risen following the COVID-19 pandemic and, separately, the 2008 financial crisis, to help the economy recover. “They’re more likely to respond to things that are in their wheelhouse or that they believe will have a more direct effect on their lives,” Ornstein said. Deficits are “a step removed for most voters, and we’ve been through periods where we’ve had the big deficits and debt and it’s not like it devastated directly people’s lives.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Record-low mortgages below 3% are long gone. Credit card rates will likely rise. So will the cost of an auto loan. Savers may finally receive a yield high enough to top inflation. The substantial half-point hike in its benchmark short-term rate that the Federal Reserve announced Wednesday won’t, by itself, have much immediate effect on most Americans’ finances. But additional large hikes are expected to be announced at the Fed’s next two meetings, in June and July, and economists and investors foresee the fastest pace of rate increases since 1989. The result could be much higher borrowing costs for households well into the future as the Fed fights the most painfully high inflation in four decades and ends a decades-long era of historically low rates. Chair Jerome Powell hopes that by making borrowing more expensive, the Fed will succeed in cooling demand for homes, cars and other goods and services and thereby slow inflation. Yet the risks are high. With inflation likely to stay elevated, the Fed may have to drive borrowing costs even higher than it now expects. Doing so could tip the U.S. economy into recession. Here are some questions and answers about what the rate hikes could mean for consumers and businesses: I’m considering buying a house. Will mortgage rates keep going up? Rates on home loans have soared in the past few months, mostly in anticipation of the Fed’s moves, and will probably keep rising. Mortgage rates don’t necessarily move up in tandem with the Fed’s rate increases. Sometimes, they even move in the opposite direction. Long-term mortgages tend to track the yield on the 10-year Treasury note, which, in turn, is influenced by a variety of factors. These include investors’ expectations for future inflation and global demand for U.S. Treasurys. For now, though, faster inflation and strong U.S. economic growth are sending the 10-year Treasury rate up sharply. As a consequence, mortgage rates have jumped 2 full percentage points just since the year began, to 5.1% on average for a 30-year fixed mortgage, accord-

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This May 4, 2021, file photo shows the Federal Reserve building in Washington, D.C. ing to Freddie Mac. In part, the jump in mortgage rates reflects expectations that the Fed will keep raising its key rate. But its forthcoming hikes aren’t likely fully priced in yet. If the Fed jacks up its key rate to as high as 3.5% by mid-2023, as many economists expect, the 10-year Treasury yield will go much higher, too, and mortgages will become more expensive. How will that affect the housing market? If you’re looking to buy a home and are frustrated by the lack of available houses, which has triggered bidding wars and eye-watering prices, that’s unlikely to change anytime soon. Economists say that higher mortgage rates will discourage some would-be purchasers. And average home prices, which have been soaring at about a 20% annual rate, could at least rise at a slower pace. The surge in mortgage rates “will temper the pace of home price appreciation as more wouldbe homebuyers are priced out,” said Greg McBride, chief financial analyst for Bankrate. Still, the number of available homes remains historically low, a trend that will likely frustrate buyers and keep prices high.

factors also affect these rates, including competition among car makers that can sometimes lower borrowing costs. Rates for buyers with lower credit ratings are most likely to rise as a result of the Fed’s hikes, said Alex Yurchenko, chief data officer for Black Book, which monitors U.S. vehicle prices. Because used vehicle prices, on average, are rising, monthly payments will rise too. For now, new-vehicle loans average about 4.5%. Used-vehicle rates are about 5%. What about other rates? For users of credit cards, home equity lines of credit and other variable-interest debt, rates would rise by roughly the same amount as the Fed hike, usually within one or two billing cycles. That’s because those rates are based in part on banks’ prime rate, which moves in tandem with the Fed. Those who don’t qualify for lowrate credit cards might be stuck paying higher interest on their balances. The rates on their cards would rise as the prime rate does. Should the Fed decide to raise rates by 2 percentage points or more over the next two years — a distinct possibility — that would significantly enlarge interest paym

What about auto loans?

Will I be able to earn more on my savings?

Fed rate hikes can make auto loans more expensive. But other

Probably, though not likely by very much. And it depends on

Biden announces program offering discounted internet service The Associated Press WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Joe Biden announced Monday that 20 internet companies have agreed to provide discounted service to people with low incomes, a program that could effectively make tens of millions of households eligible for free service through an already existing federal subsidy. “High speed internet is not a luxury any longer. It’s a necessity,” Biden said at a sun-drenched rose garden event with representatives from participating companies, as well as members of Congress. The $1 trillion infrastructure package passed by Congress last year included $14.2 billion funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which provides $30 monthly subsidies ($75 in tribal areas) on internet service for millions of lower-income households. With the new commitment from the internet providers, some 48 million households will be eligible for $30 monthly plans for 100 megabits per second, or higher speed, service — making internet service fully paid for with government assistance if they sign up with one of the providers participating in the program. Biden noted that families of four earning about $55,000 annually — or those including someone eligible for Medicaid — will get a $30 monthly credit, meaning about 40 percent of Americans will qualify. “This is a case where big business stepped up. We’re trying to get others to do the same thing,” Biden told the crowd to sustained applause. “It’s going to change

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President Joe Biden applauds as Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at an event on lowering the cost of high-speed internet in the Rose Garden of the White House, Monday, May 9, 2022, in Washington, D.C. peoples’ lives.” Advocates were cautiously optimistic. “It might be a game-changer,” said Marty Newell, coordinator for Rural Broadband Policy at the Center for Rural Strategies in Whitesburg, Kentucky, where he said slow internet has plagued residents and businesses alike. Newell said he wanted to see more about what the program will mean going forward, but that his main question is — given that increased broadband access has generally been a bipartisan issue in Congress -- “What took them so long” Biden, during his White House run and the push for the infrastructure bill, made expanding high-speed internet ac-

“This is a case where big business stepped up. We’re trying to get others to do the same thing. It’s going to change peoples’ lives.” President Joe Biden cess in rural and low-income areas a priority. He has repeatedly spoken out about low-income families that struggled finding reliable Wi-Fi, so their children could take part in remote schooling and complete homework assignments early in the coronavirus pandemic, including, he

where your savings, if you have any, are parked. Savings, certificates of deposit and money market accounts don’t typically track the Fed’s changes. Instead, banks tend to capitalize on a higher-rate environment to try to increase their profits. They do so by imposing higher rates on borrowers, without necessarily offering any juicer rates to savers. This is particularly true for large banks now. They’ve been flooded with savings as a result of government financial aid and reduced spending by many wealthier Americans during the pandemic. They won’t need to raise savings rates to attract more deposits or CD buyers. But online banks and others with high-yield savings accounts could be an exception. These accounts are known for aggressively competing for depositors. The only catch is that they typically require significant deposits. Still, savers are starting to see some better potential returns from Treasurys. On Tuesday, the yield on the 10-year note was 2.96%, after having briefly topped 3% for the first time since 2018. Financial markets expect inflation to average 2.83% over 10 years. That level would give investors a positive, if very small, return of about 0.13%. “All of a sudden, we end up in this position where fixed income is way more competitive than it was before,” said Jason Pride, chief investment officer for Private Wealth at Glenmede.

said Monday, families driving to McDonald’s parking lots to access wireless internet inside the restaurant. The 20 internet companies that have agreed to lower their rates for eligible consumers provide service in areas where 80% of the U.S. population, including 50% of the rural population, live, the president said. Participating companies that offer service on tribal lands are providing $75 rates in those areas, the equivalent of the federal government subsidy in those areas. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris also met Monday with telecom executives, members of Congress and others to spotlight the effort to improve access to high-speed internet for low-income households. The president said a top priority going forward will be increasing competition among internet providers in many parts of the country, noting that millions of Americans live in areas with just one provider and currently pay higher prices because of it. The participating providers are Allo Communications, AltaFiber (and Hawaiian Telecom), Altice USA (Optimum and Suddenlink), Astound, AT&T, Breezeline, Comcast, Comporium, Frontier, IdeaTek, Cox Communications, Jackson Energy Authority, MediaCom, MLGC, Spectrum (Charter Communications), Starry, Verizon (Fios only), Vermont Telephone Co., Vexus Fiber and Wow! Internet, Cable, and TV. American households are eligible for subsidies through the Affordable Connectivity Program if their income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, or if a member of their family participates in one of several programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA) and Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit.

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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning So much more than a pickup truck It’s the most important electric car ever made By Jordan Golson North State Journal SAN ANTONIO — The Ford F-150 Lightning is the most important electric car ever made. It’s also the most important pickup truck ever made. A pickup truck is the ultimate “but I might” vehicle. But I might need to haul furniture. But I might need to drive to grandma’s house while towing an 8,000-lb boat. But I might need to conquer some off-road obstacles. Ford knows all this and knows its truck customers. It’s what Built Ford Tough means, and though it’s easy to dismiss that as a silly marketing slogan, it means something at Ford, and they aren’t going to put a truck on sale unless it lives up to that billing. And so, when Ford decided to release an electric pickup truck, the designers and engineers knew they needed to add capability. It wasn’t enough to make it electric and put it on sale like they did with the Ford E-Transit commercial van. It needed to add capabilities that were only possible with an electric truck. The Ford F-150 Lightning is filled with clever features that wouldn’t be possible in a more traditional vehicle. Up front is the Mega Power Frunk (Ford loves over-thetop names for things). Since you don’t have an engine, there’s room under the hood to put stuff. But company engineers showed me how simply removing the engine wouldn’t allow for the enormous, 400-liter storage compartment. There’s a lot of equipment under the hood that you need in an EV, like radiators, power steering equipment, suspension components, brakes, and all manner of things — and they all needed to be moved to maximize frunk space. This was important because Ford’s market research showed that one of the main concerns of truck buyers is having lockable, weatherproof storage. Sedans and SUVs have trunks and cargo compartments, but a pickup truck has a big, open bed that’s tempting to thieves and tempting the weather unless you buy a bed cap or tonneau cover, which have their own annoyances. The Mega Power Frunk has a flat load floor and includes multiple residential 120-volt power outlets and several USB ports to charge up all your gear. The possibilities for these power outlets are endless, from charging up laptops and backup batteries (both of which I did in my testing) to powering ski boot warmers or re-

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ting in your garage, why wouldn’t you? Home battery storage is becoming increasingly popular, but it becomes a lot more enticing if that storage can double as a pickup truck with a 320-mile range. This feature alone will sell a lot of electric trucks in rural areas, and it should be price competitive with a typical residential generator. Ford has more than 200,000 reservations for the F-150 Lightning, which will take more than a year to fill, and it stopped taking reservations for a while as the company works to ramp up production. Three-quarters of those reservation holders are new to Ford, almost 80 percent are new to EVs, and half are new to trucks. Those impressive numbers show that not only is the F-150 Lightning introducing truck buyers to EVs in remarkable numbers, but it’s also bringing a lot of new people to trucks. In almost every way, the F-150 Lightning feels like a regular F-150. Aside from tweaks to the head and taillights, it looks basically the same to anyone but a truck enthusiast, though every body panel has been reworked slightly to improve aerodynamics. The interior shares much, including seats, center console, and most of the dash, with the standard F-150. The only significant change is the massive, vertical 15inch center screen that replaces most physical radio and climate controls. And it drives like a truck, too, albeit one with a ton of weight down low. But I took a Lightning onto a dirt autocross course and found it to be predictable and

chargeable power tools. There’s an extra storage compartment in the bottom of the frunk with a drain plug, so you can fill the container with ice and have first-rate drink storage for your next tailgate — though, is it still called a tailgate if you’re using the front of your truck? Pro Power Onboard is another clever feature, though this is one that’s also included in the internal-combustion F-150. It provides power outlets in the frunk and bed to offload 9.6 kilowatts of electricity. That’s more than 10 hours at full speed, which is a mind-boggling amount of power. The cleverest part is that Pro Power Onboard includes a 240volt power outlet, meaning the Lightning can charge another EV at 7.2 kW. That’s more than enough to save a stranded friend who didn’t quite make it to the nearest charger. The Lightning can even be plugged into itself,

though you get some efficiency loss as Ford couldn’t quite figure out how to make that elusive perpetual motion machine. While charging a car is impressive, charging a house can be a game-changer for a lot of potential truck buyers. Power outages are rare, but things can go from annoying to dangerous in a hurry if they extend beyond a few hours. That’s why many people have diesel or propane-powered generators. The F-150 Lightning can power an entire house if you install the right equipment. Ford says a fully-charged Lightning can power the average home for three days, and this can be extended to as long as ten days if you only need the essentials. Not many folks want or have the ability to install a propane-fired generator, but if you can take advantage of the enormous store of power already sit-

at an iron in Untz Road (S.R. No. 1444), a common corner with Carter B. Fisher, George E. Mantooth, and others and runs through Untz Road, North 20-00-48 West (through an iron at 169.95 feet) for a total distance of 174.44 feet to an iron a common corner with George E. Mantooth, William Rankin, Carl S. Barnhardt, North 69-11-30 East 277.35 feet to an iron; thence a new line South 20-44-20 East (through an iron at 136.24 feet) for a total distance of 162.21 feet to an iron in the line of Carter B. Fisher, a new corner; thence South 66-41-30 West (through an iron at 229.01 feet) for a total distance of 279.84 feet to an iron in Untz Road, the Point of Beginning, containing 1.075 acres (including overlap and right of way areas for Untz Road and a 25 foot right of way easement), as surveyed and platted by James E. Craddock, RLS, of Concord Engineering and Surveying, Inc. on 3/20/1989.Being the same parcel of land conveyed to Kenneth H. Marshall and wife, Leta P. Marshall, tenants by the entirety from Kermit H. Marshall and wife, Lois Marshall by that Deed dated 12/06/1993 and recorded 12/20/1993 in Deed Book 1159 at Page 281 in the Cabarrus County Public Registry.Tract #2:Beginning at a iron found, located on the property lines between the Kermit H. Marshall and Lois Marshall 1.00 acre tract and the Kenneth H. Marshall and Leta P. Marshall 1.08 acre tract as shown on the attached survey and thence S. 22-49-16 E. 90.95 feet to an iron set, thence S. 14-10-45 E. 24.27 feet to a point, thence N. 21-00-16 West, 115.00 feet to the place and point of beginning, being approximately 166 square feet as shown on the attached survey drawn by Medlin Surveying Co. dated 9/6/06.Being the same parcel of land conveyed to Kenneth H. Marshall and wife, Leta P. Marshall from Kermit H. Marshall and wife, Lois Marshall by that Deed dated 10/18/2006 and recorded 10/19/2006 in Deed Book 7093 at Page 138 in the Cabarrus County Public Registry. Tract #3:Beginning at an iron set along the property line of Lot 52 of Rollingwood Forest and the Kenneth H. Marshall and Leta P. Marshall Parcel and thence N. 25-48-53 E. 10.40

feet to a point; thence N. 58-38-13 E. 30.50 feet to an iron set; thence N. 65-39-20 W. 17.47 feet to a point; thence S. 68-47-59 W. 49.86 feet to the place and point of Beginning, being approximately 397 square feet more or less, as shown on the survey drawn by Medlin Surveying Co. dated 9/6/06 as shown on the attached plat.Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 7506 Untz Road, Concord, North CarolinaBeing the same parcel of land conveyed to Kenneth H. Marshall and wife, Leta P. Marshall from Kermit H. Marshall and wife, Lois Marshall by that Deed dated 9/8/2006 and recorded 9/21/2006 in Deed Book 7032 at Page 308 in the Cabarrus County Public Registry.Being all of the above referenced property less and except the property beginning at an iron set, said iron located N. 66-41-30 E. from an iron found on the property line of Kenneth H. Marshall and Leta P. Marshall and Charter B. Fisher, thence from this point of beginning N. 14-10-45 W. 47.61 feet to a point, thence S. 21-00-16 E. to a point, thence S. 66-51-50 W. 5.66 feet to the point and place of beginning, being approximately 133 square feet as shown on the attached survey labeled exhibit drawn by Medlin Surveying Company, dated 9/6/2006. Being the same parcel of land conveyed to Kermit H. Marshall and wife, Lois Marshall from Kenneth H. Marshall and wife, Leta P. Marshall by that Deed dated 9/08/2006 and recorded 9/21/2006 in Deed Book 7032 at Page 311 in the Cabarrus County Public Registry.

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 N.C.G.S. §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 are expressly 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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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

side of Barnhardt Avenue, Being a part of the property of CANNON AND SPENCER, a map of which is on file in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Cabarrus County in Map Book 6, page 64, adjoining the property of Jesse Lee Carter and others, and being more fully described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron stake on the South side of Barnhardt Avenue, the old Northeastern corner of Jesse Lee Carter (Deed Book 540, Page 392) and runs thence with the line of Carter and Raymond Weaver (Deed Book 374, Page 120) South 10-18-06 East 435.17 feet to an iron stake in the line of Weaver, a corner of Walter B. Robbins, III (Deed Book 368, Page 55); thence with the line of Robbins North 7941-10 East 99.91 feet to an iron stake in the line of Robbins, rear corner of Gary C. Helms (Deed Book 408, Page 780); thence with the line of Helms North 10-17-33 West 435.15 feet to an iron stake on the South side of Barnhardt Avenue, the old Southwestern corner of Helms; thence with the South side of Barnhardt Avenue South 79-42-00 West 99.98 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing 1.00 acre, more or less, as surveyed and platted by Robert D. Faggart, R.L.S., March 8, 1994. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2453 Barnhardt Avenue, Northwest, Concord, North Carolina. For back reference, see Book 1209, Page 7, Cabarrus Registry. Randal A. Eddings and Sondra S. Clark, (Eddings) are now married, and the purpose of this Deed is to create an Estate by the Entirety in the grantees herein as provided

by the North Carolina General Statutes. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §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 N.C.G.S. §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 are expressly 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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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

controllable, and even during some spirited backroad driving, I didn’t feel like the big truck was leaning all that much in the corners. In many ways, the most surprising thing about the F-150 Lightning was how unsurprising it was. I’ve driven many different F-150 models, from the Raptor to the Hybrid to the standard V8, and though there are significant differences in powertrain, they all share a common lineage and feel. And the Lightning fits in perfectly with the rest of the family. It feels like a Ford F-150 that happens to be electric rather than an electric F-150. Ford has taken the formula that’s made the F-Series the best-selling vehicle line in the country for more than four decades and created a new Built Ford Tough electric version. And I haven’t even gotten into the absurd performance numbers. The dual-motor extended-range battery pack produces 580 hp and 775 lb-ft of torque, and it’s good for 320 miles of range. That makes it one of the most potent F-150s ever, and it’s almost unnecessarily quick under max acceleration. Ford says the F-150 Lightning is good for a 0-60 mph run in the mid-4.5-second range. In my testing, that claim is accurate. It’s honestly mind-blowing to have a truck move that quickly and silently. Properly equipped, the truck can tow a maximum of 10,000 pounds (on the XLT and Lariat with extended-range battery and Max Trailer Tow Package) and a maximum payload of 2,235 pounds. The standard-range battery, by the way, is good for 230 miles and 452 hp, though with the same torque number because of the oddities of electrical powertrains, and there’s about a $10,000 premium between the two. The work-focused Pro trim starts around $40,000 for the standard range, but it includes the standard crew cab and a 12inch central touchscreen with all the communication and telematics that companies need — and consumers can buy it too. If you want more comfort, luxury, and capability, you can opt for XLT, Lariat, and Platinum models, the latter of which can climb above $90,000 if you check all the boxes, so if you want an electric truck between $40,000 and $90,000, you can do it. And, for now, at least, Ford has yet to run out its $7,500 federal tax credit, but if you order a new Lightning today, you might not be eligible for it by the time it arrives. The F-150 Lightning looks like a truck and drives like a truck but has incredible features made possible by its electric powertrain. But I can’t help but wonder: if this is what Ford came up with in its first attempt... what’s the next electric F-150 going to have?

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CABARRUS NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 522 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Paul L. Christenbury and Stacey M. Christenbury (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Paul L. Christenbury and Stacey M. Christenbury) to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated June 29, 2007, and recorded in Book No. 7641, at Page 132 in Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina. The Deed of Trust was modified by the following: A Loan Modification recorded on April 9, 2008, in Book No. 8170, at Page 143, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Concord in the County of Cabarrus, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: TRACT #1:Lying and Being in a Number 2 Township, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, and being located on the east side of Untz Road (S.R. No. 1444), adjoining Carter B. Fisher, George E. Mantooth, Carl S. Barnhardt, and others and being more particularly described as follows:Beginning,

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 20 SP 165 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Sondra S. Eddings and Randal A. Eddings (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Sondra S. Eddings and Randal A. Eddings) to Louis A. Trosch, Trustee(s), dated June 25, 2007, and recorded in Book No. 7661, at Page 141 in Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Concord in the County of Cabarrus, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lying and Being in the City of Concord, Number Two (2) Township of Cabarrus County, North Carolina on the South

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

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 Firm Case No: 1245266 - 22407

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 Firm Case No: 1289753 - 9840

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CABARRUS IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CABARRUS COUNTY 20sp157 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY LARRY W. MACK AND CINDY L. MACK DATED NOVEMBER 7, 2001 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 3504 AT PAGE 113 IN THE CABARRUS COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA *102.20-109732.FC01.202* NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in

CUMBERLAND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Publication Dates: May 11, 2022 and May 18, 2022 21 SP 792 Under and by virtue of power of sale granted to Petitioner pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 47C-3-116 under a Claim of Lien filed on February 25, 2021 in Cumberland County File Number 21 M 59 (the “Lien”) against Aaron Garcia (“Respondent”), by The Crossing at Morganton Condominium Association, Inc (“The Crossing”). As the beneficiary of the Claim of Lien and pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 47C-3-116, The Crossing seeks to foreclose the Lien, which evidences a valid debt. Respondent defaulted on the payment of the debt represented by the Claim of Lien. The undersigned 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 May 23, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Publication Dates: May 11, 2022 and May 18, 2022 22 SP 15 Under and by virtue of power of sale granted to Petitioner pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 47C-3-116 under a Claim of Lien filed on January 3, 2020 in Cumberland County File Number 20 M 6 (the “Lien”) against James M. Verney. (“Respondent”), by Harbour Pointe Condominium Owner’s Association, Inc. (the Association”). As the beneficiary of the Claim of Lien and pursuant to N.C. Gen. Stat. § 47C-3-116, The Association. seeks to foreclose the Lien, which evidences a valid debt. Respondent defaulted on the payment of the debt represented by the Claim of Lien. The undersigned ill 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 May 23, 2022 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:

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 22 SP 137 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Randalph J. Mehan (Deceased) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Randalph J. Mehan, Heirs of Randalph J. Mehan: Barbara Ramsey Mehan a/k/a Barbara Ramsey Lewis, Nicole Mehan) to Heather Lovier, Trustee(s), dated December 7, 2020, and recorded in Book No. 10962, at Page 0793 in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 21 SP 749 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Daniel Detres-Rosario and J. Lopez Valentin (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Daniel Detres-Rosario and Jennifer Lopez Valentin) to Landscape Title and Escrow, LLC, Trustee(s), dated April 15, 2016, and recorded in Book No. 9845, at Page 0583 in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Hope Mills in the

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 21 SP 731 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jahmaal A. Santos and Emeka Santos (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Jahmaal A. Santos and Emeka Santos) to National Title Network, Trustee(s), dated July 24, 2013, and recorded in Book No. 09255, at Page 0659 in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Hope Mills in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 21 SP 728 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Hamilton Marketing Group, LLC (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Hamilton Marketing Group, LLC) to Law Office of Miranda R. McCoy, Trustee(s), dated January 10, 2020, and recorded in Book No. 10669, at Page 0277 in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Fayetteville in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Parcel A BEING all of Lot No. 1 Ellington Pines, Sec. 2 per Plat Book 13 on Page 47 of the Cumberland County Registry and described as follows: BEGINNING at a stake in the northern margin of Cumberland Mill Road, the Northeast Corner of the Ellington Pines subdivision per plat cited above and runs thence the eastern line of the subdivision North 255.81 feet to a stake; thence East 87.17 feet; thence South 277.03 feet to the margin of Cumberland Mills Road; thence with it North 76 degrees 19 minutes East 89.72 feet to

the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Cabarrus County courthouse at 10:00AM on May 17, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Larry W. Mack and Cindy L. Mack, dated November 7, 2001 to secure the original principal amount of $128,981.00, and recorded in Book 3504 at Page 113 of the Cabarrus County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 5751 Claw Ct, Concord, NC 28025 Tax Parcel ID: 5652 97 0214 0000

Present Record Owners: Larry Walter Mack and Cindy I. Mack The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Larry Walter Mack and Cindy I. Mack. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder and must be tendered

in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the 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.

Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of 5, Section III, Phase Twenty-Three, The Crossing at Morganton Condominiums, as recorded in Condominium Book 5, Page 101, Cumberland County Registry, with the ownership interests, privileges, appurtenances, conditions, and restrictions contained and described in the recorded in Book 3885, Page 738, as amended in Book 3950, Page 62, and as Incorporated by the Declarations Recorded in Book 4874, Page 272, all Cumberland County Registry. Property Address: 259-05 Waterdown Drive, Apt. 5, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Parcel Identification No.: 0408-73-4603-205 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 CORA, Inc. make any representation or warranty relating to the title or

any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and payoff of the lien 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 Respondent 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. THISISACOMMUNICATIONFROMADEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY.

BEING all of Unit 3, Harbour Pointe Condominium, Phase Two, according to a plat of same duty recorded in Condo Book 6, Page 142, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina with ownership, interest, privileges, appurtenances, conditions, and restrictions contained and described on the Declaration of Harbour Pointe Condominiums recorded in Book 6340, Page 309, Cumberland County Registry. Property Address: 103 Harbour Pointe Place, APT 3308-3, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Parcel Identification No.: 0407-48-0311-103 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 CORA, Inc. make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions

existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and payoff of the lien 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 Respondent 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. THISISACOMMUNICATIONFROMADEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT

A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY.

following real estate situated in Fayetteville in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Tax Id Number(s): 0406-06-1195 Land situated in the Township of Seventy First in the County of Cumberland in the State of NC Being all of Lot 1, Block EE, Section 5, Arran Hills Subdivision, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plat 32, Page 20, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6501 Carloway Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Commonly known as: 6501 Carloway Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304-2716 The property address and tax parcel identification number listed are provided solely for informational purposes. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. 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 N.C.G.S. 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 sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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 Firm Case No: 6373 - 24393

County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the City of Hope Mills, Cumberland County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows:

discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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 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 Firm Case No: 5412 - 21352

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 N.C.G.S. 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 are expressly 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 its sole

The land referred to herein below is situated in the County Cumberland, State of North Carolina, and is described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in or neer the Town of Hope Mills, Pearces Mill Township, Cumberland County, North Carolina and more particularly as follows: Being all of Lot 3 as shown on a plat entitled “Crosswinds, Section Four Phase One, Part One Zero Lot Line” duly recorded in Plat Book 123, Page 130, County, North Carolina Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 542 Gapway Court, Hope Mills, North Carolina. Parcel ID: 0425-43-5083Commonly known as 542 Gapway Court, Hope Mills, NC 28348 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 N.C.G.S. 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 N.C.G.S. 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 are expressly 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

Being all of Lot Two Hundred Forty-Two (242), Southview, Section Seven (7), Part One (1), according to a plat duly recorded in Plat Book 111, Page 19, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2917 Piney Mountain Drive, Hope Mills, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. 45-21.23.

the BEGINNING. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3482 Cumberland Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel B BEGINNING at a stake in the northern margin of the public road leading from Fayetteville to Cumberland Mills, at a point 89.72 feet westwardly from C.L. Brock’s South west corner, the southwest corner of Lot No. 1, and running thence with the western line of Lot No. 1 North 277.03 feet to the North west corner of said Lot; thence West 87.17 feet to a stake in the eastern margin of a 40 foot street Corbin Road; thence with the eastern margin of said Corbin Road South 298.25 feet to the intersection of the northern margin of the aforesaid public road leading from Fayetteville to Cumberland Mills; thence with the northern margin of said public road North 76 degrees 19 minutes East 89.72 feet to the beginning, being Lot No. 2 in the Subdivision of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 as made by W.L. Corbin, C.E. in March 1950. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2339 Carbine Street & 3492 Cumberland Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel C BEING all of Lot 5 in a subdivision known as ELLINGTON PINES Section 2, according to a map of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 13, Page 47, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2303 Carbine Street, Fayetteville North Carolina. Parcel D BEING all of Lot No. 6, Ellington Pines Plat, Section 2, according to a plat of same recorded in Book of Plats #13, Page 47, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2299 & 2295 Carbine Street, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel E

BEING all of Lot Nos. 7 and 8, Ellington Pines Plat, Section 2, according to a plat of same recorded in Book of Plats #13, Page 47, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2281, 2285, 2289 & 2293 Carbine Street, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel F BEING all of Lot 3 as shown on a plat entitled “Property of Brown Property Ventures Inc.” duly recorded in Book of Plats 107, Page 38, Cumberland County, North Carolina Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2152, 2156, 2160, 2164, 2210, 2214, 2218, 2206 & 2234 LadySlipper Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel G BEING all of Lot 2 as shown on a plat entitled “Property of Brown Property Ventures, Inc.” duly recorded in Book of Plats 107, Page 38, Cumberland County, North Carolina Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2248 LadySlipper Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina. Parcel H BEING all of Lot 5, Ellington Pines as shown on plat recorded in Plat Book 11, page 15, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2210, 2214, 2218, 2232, 2242, 2248, 2252 Caramel Drive & 3472 Cumberland Road, Fayetteville North Carolina. There is excepted from the above described property the northern one-half of the lot is more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a stake in the center of fire lane, the northwest corner of the tract of which this is a part, and runs thence as the second line of the tract of which this is a part with the center of said fire lane S 76 deg. 19 minutes E 100 feet to a stake; thence as the third line of the tract of

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SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS residing at 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 agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is March 21, 2022.

TRUSTEE BY: Natasha M. Barone Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm

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 Firm Case No: 5382 - 21245

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which this is a part S 677 feet to a stake; thence a new line N 89 degrees 13 minutes W. 97.9 feet to a stake in the first line of the tract of which this is a part; thence with the first line of the tract of which this is a part N 700.9 feet to the beginning. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. 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 N.C.G.S. 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 are expressly 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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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 Firm Case No: 5115 - 19642

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CUMBERLAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 20sp304 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ELIZABETH ANN WILL AKA ELIZABETH WILLS DATED OCTOBER 4, 2000 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 5351 AT PAGE 487 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 22sp251 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JIMMY B. MITCHELL AND CLAUDINA A. MITCHELL DATED DECEMBER 3, 2004 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 6733 AT PAGE 539 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED DECEMBER 19, 2013 IN BOOK 9349, PAGE 872 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED AUGUST 29, 2017 IN BOOK 10158, PAGE 285 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 IN BOOK 10380, PAGE 160 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED AUGUST 13, 2019 IN BOOK 10563, PAGE 685 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 20SP181 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY WARREN HILL AND TIFFANY HILL DATED JUNE 3, 2010 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8411 AT PAGE 251 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 payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY 22 SP 166 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Christopher Alan Roach and Pauline P. Roach, in the original amount of $119,200.00, payable to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., dated June 7, 2007 and recorded on July 3, 2007 in Book 7634, Page 452, modified by Loan Modification recorded on May 2, 2014 in Book 09423, Page 0251, 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 Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door or other usual place of sale in Cumberland

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 17SP119 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY SHAUN STAFFORD AND CANDACE STAFFORD DATED SEPTEMBER 21, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8252 AT PAGE 427 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED JULY 1, 2015 IN BOOK 9679, PAGE 233 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED JUNE 15, 2016 IN BOOK 9880, PAGE 569 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 payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 22SP61 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY CUMBERLAND NOTICE OF SALE IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JORGE D SALDANA DATED JUNE 20, 2014 RECORDED IN BOOK 9463 AT PAGE 380 IN THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION CUMBERLAND COUNTY 19SP897 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY RUTH A. LOEVEN DATED DECEMBER 17, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 8313 AT PAGE 707 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED ON JULY 21, 2014 IN BOOK 9472, PAGE 590 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED JANUARY 11, 2018 IN BOOK 10233 PAGE 454 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 payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1254 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Larfue Williams, Sr. and Joyce K. Williams (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Larfue Williams, Sr. and Joyce K. Williams) to H. Terry Hutchens, Esquire, Trustee(s), dated October 19, 2016, and recorded in Book No. 9968, at Page 0465 in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Fayetteville in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Cumberland County courthouse at 11:00AM on May 23, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Elizabeth Ann Will aka Elizabeth Wills, dated October 4, 2000 to secure the original principal amount of $93,000.00, and recorded in Book 5351 at Page 487 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 0 0 7 Mcpherson Ave, Fayetteville, NC 28303

Tax Parcel ID: 0428-503801 Present Record Owners: The Heirs of Elizabeth Wills The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Heirs of Elizabeth Wills. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure.

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 payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Cumberland County courthouse at 10:00AM on May 23, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Jimmy B. Mitchell and Claudina A. Mitchell, dated December 3, 2004 to secure the original principal amount of $51,039.00, and recorded in Book 6733 at Page 539 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

2905 Murro Address of property: St, Spring Lake, NC 28390 0513-41Tax Parcel ID: 6972 The Heirs of Present Record Owners: Claudina Mitchell The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Heirs of Claudina Mitchell. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens

and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the 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 the Cumberland County courthouse at 10:00AM on May 23, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Warren Hill and Tiffany Hill, dated June 3, 2010 to secure the original principal amount of $95,609.00, and recorded in Book 8411 at Page 251 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 2 1 1 3 Lakeridge Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28304 Tax Parcel ID: 0405-087988 Present Record Owners: Tiffany S. Hill The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Tiffany S. Hill. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the 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.

County, North Carolina, at 2:00 P.M. on May 17, 2022, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit:

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 is Christopher Alan Roach. 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, 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.

records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Shaun Stafford and Candace Stafford.

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.

BEING all of Lot 42, Hillendale, Section 2, as shown on map thereof recorded in Book of Plats 44, Page 63, Cumberland County Registry. Together with improvements located hereon; said property being located at 3709 Clearwater Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28311. Tax ID: 0439051332 Third party purchasers must pay the recording costs of the trustee’s deed, any land transfer taxes, 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 with a maximum amount of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00). 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

of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Cumberland County courthouse at 10:00AM on May 26, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Shaun Stafford and Candace Stafford, dated September 21, 2009 to secure the original principal amount of $224,489.00, and recorded in Book 8252 at Page 427 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: Ave, Stedman, NC 28391 Tax Parcel ID: 9917 Present Record Owners: Stafford and Candace Stafford

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of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Cumberland County courthouse at 1:30 PM on May 18, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jorge D Saldana, dated June 20, 2014 to secure the original principal amount of $70,470.00, and recorded in Book 9463 at Page 380 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: Eppingdale Drive, Spring Lake, NC 28390 Tax Parcel ID: 5449 Present Record Owners:

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of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Cumberland County courthouse at 10:30AM on May 23, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Ruth A. Loeven, dated December 17, 2009 to secure the original principal amount of $157,162.00, and recorded in Book 8313 at Page 707 of the Cumberland County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 7 2 2 4 Harvestgrain Dr, Stedman, NC 28391 Tax Parcel ID: 0 49 6 - 8 27304 Present Record Owners: Ruth A. Loeven (99%) and Amanda Esther Paschall and Daniel Antonio Loeven (1%)

Real property in the City of FAYETTEVILLE, Township of CROSS CREEK County of CUMBERLAND, State of North Carolina, described as follows:Being all of Lot 48 in a subdivision known as Green Valley Estates, Section One, Part Two, according to a plat of same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 33, and Page 38, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1557 Mintz Avenue, Fayetteville, North Carolina.Being all of that certain property conveyed to LARFUE WILLIAMS, SR. AND WIFE JOYCE K. WILLIAMS from MICHAEL D NEPSTAD, SINGLE, by deed dated NOVEMBER 16, 2006 and recorded NOVEMBER 21, 2006 IN BOOK 7426, PAGE 420 of official records.Commonly known as: 1557 Mintz Ave, Fayetteville, NC 28303APN#: 0429-10-0896 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. 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 N.C.G.S. 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 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY

Saldana The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Jorge D Saldana. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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,

The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Ruth A. Loeven (99%) and Amanda Esther Paschall and Daniel Antonio Loeven (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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten days

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the 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.

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 May 3, 2022. Attorney for the Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 20-109664

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 May 3, 2022. Attorney for the Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 14-061626

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS residing at the property: be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also,

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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) jfetner@mtglaw.com

Anchor Trustee Services, LLC Substitute Trustee John P. Fetner, Bar #41811

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is required from the highest bidder 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. After the expiration of the 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.

The date of this Notice is 11th day of April, 2022. Grady I. Ingle, Attorney for Substitute Trustee Ingle Law Firm, PA 13801 Reese Blvd West Suite 160 Huntersville, NC 28078 (980) 771-0717 Ingle Case Number: 5921-7153

for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the 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.

Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 14-066664

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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 Firm Case No: 1284966 - 10348

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DAVIDSON 21 SP 226 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Thomas D. Underwood, Wendy Underwood and Patsy Wray, Rickey Wray to W.J. Kellam, Jr., Trustee(s), which was dated May 22, 2007 and recorded on May 29, 2007 in Book 1790 at Page 0699, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county

22 SP 41 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jacqueline Michelle Holmes to Jeffrey J. Berg, Trustee(s), which was dated April 24, 2015 and recorded on April 24, 2015 in Book 2178 at Page 72, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina.

courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on May 16, 2022 at 11:00 AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at a point in the center of Highway 52, the northwest corner of Howard Michael’s tract; thence with Foyle Easter’s line S 86° 31’ E and crossing an iron stake on the east right of way of said highway at 30.46 feet and continuing for a total distance of 230.46 feet to an iron stake, a new corner to Howard Michael in Foyle Easter’s line; thence with two new lines to Howard Michael, S 6° 30’ E 100.00 feet to an iron stake; thence N 86° 31’ W and crossing an iron stake on the east right of way of Highway 52 at 200.00 feet and continuing for a total distance of 230.46 feet to a point in the center of said highway; thence with the center of said highway, N 6° 30’ W 100.00 feet to the point of beginning, and containing 0.52 acres. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 4260 Old US

An Order for possession of the property may be issued

wit: Being all of Lots 74, 75 and the northern one-half of Lot 76, next to and adjoining Lot 75, said partial lot being 50 feet on Arland Drive and 160 feet deep, all of Springbrook, Section 1, as shown on a map of same recorded in Plat Book 16, Page 88A, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Davidson County, North Carolina. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 344 Arland Drive, Lexington, NC 27292.

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at the Davidson County courthouse at 10:00AM on May 16, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Davidson County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Christopher Powe, dated November 20, 2009 to secure the original principal amount of $88,949.00, and recorded in Book 1950 at Page 882 of the Davidson County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

Address of property: Thomasville, NC 27360 Tax Parcel ID: 1632300000040F Present Record Owners: Christopher Powe

1315 Unity St,

The Heirs of

The record owner(s) of the property, according to the

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property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to wit:

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED as Lot Number 12, as shown on the Plat of WINTER GARDEN - PHASE 2B, as recorded in Plat Book 58, page 74, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of DAVIDSON County, North Carolina, reference to said plat is hereby made for a more particular description.

NORTH CAROLINA, DAVIDSON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Robin Ann Van Pelt to PBRE Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated January 22, 2013 and recorded on January 24, 2013 in Book 2088 at Page 107, Davidson County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on May 24, 2022 at 11:00 AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described

FORSYTH NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 22 SP 211 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Dana L. Marcus (Deceased) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Dana L. Marcus and Successor Trustee of the Dana L. Marcus Trust u/d/t dated December , 1997) to Heather Lovier, Trustee(s), dated May 6, 2020, and recorded in Book No. RE 3524, at Page 1692 in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on May 25, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Winston Salem in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Tax ID Number(s): 6815-94-3179.000

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 22 SP 99 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Vanessa Couch Granger (Deceased) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Vanessa Couch Granger, Heirs of Vanessa Couch Granger: Johnny Couch, Sr., Cornelia Stuart Couch) to Cynthia Porterfield, Trustee(s), dated September 30, 2019, and recorded in Book No. RE 3484, at Page 3265 in Forsyth County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 Forsyth County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:15 PM on May 25, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following

JOHNSTON 19 SP 706 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, JOHNSTON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Samuel S. King and Marie King to Emery D. Ashley, Attorney At Law, Trustee(s), which was dated June 10, 2016 and recorded on June 10, 2016 in Book 4778 at Page 798, Johnston County Registry, North Carolina. Defaulthavingbeenmadeofthenotetherebysecuredbythe 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

21 SP 405 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, JOHNSTON COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Ontarius Dickens to NSB Trustee Services, LLC, Trustee(s), which was dated March 21, 2019 and recorded on March 21, 2019 in Book 5312 at Page 983, Johnston County Registry, North Carolina. Defaulthavingbeenmadeofthenotetherebysecuredbythe 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 May

A certified check only (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 Patsy Wray.

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 May 16, 2022 at 11:00 AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CHRISTOPHER POWE DATED NOVEMBER 20, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1950 AT PAGE 882 IN THE DAVIDSON COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA

Highway 52, Lexington, NC 27295.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 6718 Planters Drive, High Point, NC 27265-7983.

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 Jacqueline Michelle Holmes. 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

records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Heirs of Christopher Powe. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten

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.

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.: 21-04661-FC01

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days for upset bids as required by law. After the expiration of the 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.

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sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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Land situated in the Township of Winston Salem in the County of Forsyth in the State of NC Land situated in the City of Winston Salem in the County of Forsyth in the State of NC Beginning at an existing iron pipe in the eastern right-of-way line of Lester Lane (a 50-foot public right of way), said iron pipe also being located at the northwest corner of Lot 14 as shown on the map of Biltmore as recorded in Plat Book 14 at Page 76, Forsyth County Registry; running thence from the point and place of beginning along the eastern right-of-way line of Lester Lane on a curve to the left having a radius of 73.98 feet, a chord corner and distance of North 32 degrees 56 minutes 45 seconds West 44.34 feet to an existing iron pipe located at the southeast corner of Lot 16 as shown on the map of Biltmore referenced above; thence with the eastern line of said Lot 16 North 24 degrees 53 minutes 42 seconds East 45.20 feet to a point; thence on a curve to the right the following three chords, courses, and distances: (1) North 58 degrees 52 minutes 28 seconds East 20.45 feet to a point; (2) North 68 degrees 58 minutes 59 seconds East 60.53 feet to a point; and (3) North 80 degrees 22 minutes East 30.69 feet to a point; thence South 11 degrees 31 minutes 34 seconds East a total distance of 94.11 feet to an existing iron pipe located in the North line of Lot 14 of Biltmore; thence with the north line of said Lot 14, South 78 degrees 46 minutes 38 seconds West 120.26 feet to the point and place of beginning, containing .19006 of an acre, more or less, as shown on a survey prepared by Thomas A. Riccio, dated June 1, 1995, entitled “Survey prepared for Forsyth Stratford Ventures, L.L.C.”. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being

located at 501 Lester Lane, Winston Salem, North Carolina. Commonly known as: 501 Lester Ln, Winston Salem, NC 27103-1802 The property address and Tax Parcel Identification Number listed are provided solely for informational purposes. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §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 N.C.G.S. §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 are expressly 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

real estate situated in Kernersville in the County of Forsyth, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being known and designated as Lot 24, Royal Village Estates, Section 2, Plat Book 69, Page 138, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Forsyth County, North Carolina, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1410 Regal View Drive, Kernersville, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §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 N.C.G.S. §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 are expressly 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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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.

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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 May 17, 2022 at 12:00 PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Johnston County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING All of Lot 30 of the TYSONS CORNER SUBDIVISION as shown on plat recorded in Plat Book 61, pages 120-122, Johnston County Registry, to which 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 120 West Silverado Court, Kenly, NC 27542. A certified check only (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 Samuel S. King and wife, Marie King. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1,

2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC

Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-01347-FC02

17, 2022 at 12:00 PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Johnston County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 196, Parkview Subdivision, Phases 10-11, as shown on map recorded in Plat Book 87, Pages 103 through 104, Johnston County, to which reference is hereby made for a complete and accurate description thereof. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 336 Crawford Pkwy, Clayton, NC 27520. A certified check only (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 Ontarius U. Dickens. 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.: 21-08599-FC01

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

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JOHNSTON IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION JOHNSTON COUNTY 22sp22 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY PAUL DURHAM AND MORGAN BARBOUR DATED DECEMBER 23, 2013 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 4395 AT PAGE 831 IN THE JOHNSTON 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

RANDOLPH NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 22 SP 68 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Rogelio M. Rivera and Maria Gabriela Rivera Salazar (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Rogelio M. Rivera and Maria Gabriela Rivera Salazar) to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated January 28, 2004, and recorded in Book No. 1854, at Page 0800 in Randolph County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 Randolph County,

UNION 21 SP 382 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 Bryan D Drummond and Teresa D Henderson a/k/a Teresa R. Henderson to Timothy M. Bartosh or William B. Naryka, Trustee(s), which was dated September 20, 2006 and recorded on September 25, 2006 in Book 04311 at Page 0410, Union County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured

19 SP 689 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 Donna Walker to Shoaf Law Firm, Trustee(s), which was dated June 23, 2009 and recorded on June 30, 2009 in Book 05163 at Page 0117, 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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 21 SP 461 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Pamela Lemmond Rivers and David Eric Rivers (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Pamela Lemmond Rivers and David Eric Rivers) to A. Robert Kucab, Trustee(s), dated February 19, 2016, and recorded in Book No. 06618, at Page 0818 in Union County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Judicial Center in Monroe, Union County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on May 26, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Waxhaw in the County of Union, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at a point in the center of State Road #1108,

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 21 SP 0357 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Bradley T. Hill (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Bradley T. Hill) to John C. MacNeill, Jr., Trustee(s), dated May 29, 2003, and recorded in Book No. 04913, at Page 0046 in Union County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Judicial Center in Monroe, Union County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on May 26,

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NOTICE OF SALE IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY HERBERT A. EVERETT DATED JULY 30, 2007 RECORDED IN BOOK 12682 AT PAGE 2311 IN THE WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA

in payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Johnston County courthouse at 10:00AM on May 24, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Johnston County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed Paul Durham and Morgan Barbour, dated December 23, 2013 to secure the original principal amount of $119,387.00, and recorded in Book 4395 at Page 831 of the Johnston County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 2 8 3 Woodsboro Place, Benson, NC 27504 Tax Parcel ID: 13D04046T Present Record Owners: Paul Durham and Morgan Barbour

The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Paul Durham and Morgan Barbour. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. Cash will not be accepted. This sale will be held open ten days

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 Asheboro, Randolph County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on May 24, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Archdale in the County of Randolph, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being known and designated as Lot Numbers 129, 130, and 131 of Forest Hills, as recorded in Plat Book 7 at Page 65 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Randolph County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3613 Rocklane Drive, Archdale, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §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 N.C.G.S. §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 are expressly 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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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.

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 May 24, 2022 at 12:30 PM, 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 156 of Wesley Oaks Subdivision, Phase 2, Map 1 of 8, as same is shown on map thereof recorded in Plat Cabinet I at File# 881 & 804 in the Union County Public Registry; which is a revision of map recorded in Plat Cabinet 1, File #797. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 505 Palmerston

Lane, Waxhaw, NC 28173. A certified check only (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 Bryan D. Drummond and wife, Teresa R. Henderson. 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.: 21-05137-FC01

courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on May 24, 2022 at 12:30 PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Union County, North Carolina, to wit: Lying and being in the City of Monroe, Union County, North Carolina containing acres, more or less, and being more particularly described as follows:

($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 Donna Walker.

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

BEING all of Lot 38 of HAMILTON PLACE, Phase 3, as same is shown on map thereof recorded in Plat Cabinet G at Files 1-4 in the Union County Public Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 2725 Thornburg Court, Monroe, NC 28110. A certified check only (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY WAKE NOTICE OF SALE IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY BRENDA H. WILKINS DATED DECEMBER 2, 2003 RECORDED IN BOOK 10573 AT PAGE 1046 IN THE WAKE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 2542 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Benicio Thomas (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Benicio Thomas and Alexius Bishop Thomas) to Betty J. Gibson, Trustee(s), dated January 31, 2018, and recorded in Book No. 17034, at Page 01770 in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the promissory note 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 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 Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at

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a corner of Lot No. 2 conveyed to Roland Lemmond on January 23, 1975, and runs thence with the line of Lot No. 2 as follows: (1) North 85 degrees 16 minutes 57 seconds East 1108.67 feet to an iron stake; (2) North 84 degrees 49 minutes 58 seconds East 1279.55 feet to a corner of Lot No. 2 in E.J. Sims’ estate lands; thence with the said Sims’ line South 8 degrees 14 minutes 09 seconds West 1347 feet to an iron stake, a new corner; thence three lines as follows: (1) South 86 degrees 47 minutes 20 seconds West 1217.16 feet to an iron stake; (2) South 77 degrees 51 minutes 30 seconds West 355.23 feet to an iron stake; (3) South 77 degrees 33 minutes 20 seconds West 820.64 feet to a point in the center of State Road #1108; thence with the center of said road North 0 degrees 48 minutes 50 seconds East 244.46 feet to the point of BEGINNING, and containing 7.40 acres of land and being Lot No. 3 in Edna H. Lemmond’s land and being a part of the land described in Deed Book 40, Page 208, Union County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 9615 Richardson King Road, Waxhaw, North Carolina. Being the identical property as conveyed to Grantor in Book 6552 at page 507 in the Union County public registry. Parcel ID #05174008C 24 Month Chain of Title: Date:10/22/2015 Book :06552 Page: 0507 Owner

Brothers Housing and Real Estate, Inc.; Date:04/13/2015 Book: 06419 Page :0676 Owner: Pamela Cheryl Lemmond Rivers and husband, David Eric Rivers; Date: 09/01/2010 Book :05389 Page :0811 Owner: Pamela Cheryl Lemmond Rivers Property Address: 9615 Richardson King Road, Waxhaw, NC 28173 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §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 N.C.G.S. §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 are expressly 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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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.

2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Monroe in the County of Union, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 45 of the E.M. Subdivision known as White Oaks, as same is shown on map thereof recorded in Plat Book 5 at Page 99, Union County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2610 Corinth Church Road, Monroe, North Carolina.

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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS State of North Carolina WILLIAM TAYLOR UZZLE, JR. Wake County No. 22 E 1066

All persons, firms or corporations having claims against WILLIAM TAYLOR UZZLE, JR., late of Wake County, North Carolina, are notified to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before June 10, 2022 or this notice will be pleaded in

bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 11th day of May, 2022. R. Daniel Boyce

Executor Estate of William T. Uzzle, Jr. 431 Marlowe Road Raleigh, North Carolina 27609

Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in payment of the secured debt and failure to perform the agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Wake County courthouse at 10:00 AM on May 27, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Wake County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Herbert A. Everett, dated July 30, 2007 to secure the original principal amount of $12,957.07, and recorded in Book 12682 at Page 2311 of the Wake County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended.

Tuck Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610 Tax Parcel ID: Present Record Owners: Everett

and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder 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. After the expiration of the 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.

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

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The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Herbert A. Everett.

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the holder of the secured debt, the undersigned will expose for sale at public auction at the usual place of sale at the Wake County courthouse at 10:00 AM on May 27, 2022, the following described real estate and any improvements situated thereon, in Wake County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Brenda H. Wilkins, dated December 2, 2003 to secure the original principal amount of $11,584.22, and recorded in Book 10573 at Page 1046 of the Wake County Public Registry. The terms of the said Deed of Trust may be modified by other instruments appearing in the public record. Additional identifying information regarding the collateral property is below and is believed to be accurate, but no representation or warranty is intended. Address of property: 5701 Chinook Court, Raleigh, NC 27610 Tax Parcel ID: 1733409428 Present Record Owners: Brenda H.

Wilkins The record owner(s) of the property, according to the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Brenda H. Wilkins. 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 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 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 subject to all prior liens and encumbrances and unpaid taxes and assessments including 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 from the highest bidder 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. After the expiration of the 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.

1:30 PM on May 16, 2022 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in Wake Forest in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 52 of Olde Mill Stream Subdivision, Phase 4B, as shown on plat recorded in Book of Maps 2003, Page 1157, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 513 Wheddoncross Way, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Parcel ID: 0307943

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 its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. 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

Address of property:

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 21SP1706

Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107

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Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in N.C.G.S. §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 N.C.G.S. §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

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS residing at the property: be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also,

The date of this Notice is 25th day of March, 2022. Grady I. Ingle, Attorney for Substitute Trustee Ingle Law Firm, PA 13801 Reese Blvd West Suite 160 Huntersville, NC 28078 (980) 771-0717 Ingle Case Number: 2966-3260

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 21st day of March, 2022. Grady I. Ingle, Attorney for Substitute Trustee Ingle Law Firm, PA 13801 Reese Blvd West Suite 160 Huntersville, NC 28078 (980) 771-0717 Ingle Case Number: 2481-2721

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 Firm Case No: 1256671 - 12389

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22nd Annual Sam Bossong Memorial Golf Tournament Members of the Asheboro Junior Women’s Club pose with Chick-fil-A bags before the start of the 22nd Annual Sam Bossong Memorial Golf Tournament at Pinewood Country Club on Friday, May 6, 2022.

COUNTY NEWS North Carolina beach house falls along the coast Another beach house has fallen into the waves along North Carolina’s coast and more are in danger of collapsing, U.S. National Park Service officials said in a statement Tuesday to the Associated Press. The unoccupied home that collapsed was located along Ocean Drive in the Outer Banks community of Rodanthe. The park service confirmed the collapse Tuesday and has closed off the area and warned that additional homes in the area may fall too. This is the second time a home has fallen into the surf this year. A house in Rodanthe collapsed in February and spread debris across many miles of beaches before the homeowner and volunteers were able to clean most of it up. However, clean up efforts for smaller pieces of debris continues. “Unfortunately, there may be more houses that collapse onto Seashore beaches in the near future,” David Hallac, superintendent of National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, said in a statement. “We proactively reached out to homeowners along Ocean Drive in Rodanthe after the first house collapse and recommended that actions be taken to prevent collapse and impacts to Cape Hatteras National Seashore.”

City of Asheboro approves Social Alcohol District Plan for new residential neighborhood approved by council By Ryan Henkel For the Randolph Record ASHEBORO – The City of Asheboro Council met Thursday where they finally made a decision in regards to the Downtown Asheboro Social District. The debate on the creation of the Downtown Asheboro Social District continued from the last meeting and upon the conclusion of public comments, the council voted in favor of creating the district with one dissenting vote. The social alcohol district will allow for the carry and consumption of alcohol in specially designated containers from Thursday to Saturday, 11am to 11pm, in the specified area. “We as a council have listened impartially to each person and each concern,” said councilmember, Eddie Burks. “We try our best

to represent everyone in Asheboro. And as much as every citizen has differing concerns on the well-being of our city, there are occasions where we simply cannot please every individual.” The council heard comments from local pastors who didn’t want to see an increase of alcohol consumption in the community due to the moral qualms of alcohol abuse, but the council’s faith in the local business owners and the want for growth of the downtown area to support those business were some of the convincing factors for the council’s decision. “What made me really come around… the people that live and work and spend time on Sunset, we know them and I trust that they’ll do the right thing,” said councilmember, Jane Redding. “I’ll put my faith in them.” The council also stated that they had made adjustments in next year’s budget to allow for an increased police presence in the downtown area to help supervise and enforce the rules for the dis-

“What made me really come around… the people that live and work and spend time on Sunset, we know them and I trust that they’ll do the right thing,” said “I’ll put my faith in them.” Jane Redding, councilmember trict. The city council then continued another public hearing from last month’s meeting, this time for the proposed conditional rezoning request for a residential planned unit development project to the west of 2513 Old Cedar Falls Road. “Following the April meeting, the applicant did submit revised plans to the city,” said Community Director Trevor Nuttall. “The new plan presents a total of 145 dwell-

ing units, which is down from the 160 units that were proposed at the April meeting. The plan has also been revised so that each of those 145 units will have a two-car garage as well as space for two additional cars to be parked on each lot.” The plan also featured a second entrance/exit that would be strictly for emergency vehicle access, although the roads in the development would still be privately owned and maintained by a homeowners association. After the hearing, the council approved the rezoning request and the corresponding subdivision sketch design. “Last month, the council continued this because we had a lot of concerns,” said Mayor David Smith. “Even with those, the applicant had met our requirements and regulations for what he was asking for. But he has taken our feedback and made additional changes.” The council approved an application to place a block defined by South Church Street, Lanier Avenue, Hammer Avenue and West Kivett Street into an OA6 zoning district and for that whole block to be redeveloped into a 60-unit, multi-family development for the elderly. The council also awarded an See ALCOHOL, page 2

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Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America completes 26th year

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After being postponed twice, 225 motorcycle riders finally completed this year’s Ride Across America to raise money and awareness for Randleman’s Victory Junction camp. Considered one of the most successful and popular charity rides in the country, the ride traveled through Arizona and Utah this year. “We’ve been planning this 26th Anniversary Ride since the end of our 2019 event, and patiently waiting for the right time to gather again amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Together, we will create memories to last a lifetime. And it’s all for the kids at Victory Junction! We ride so that deserving kids get to experience the magic of Camp,” Petty said in a statement. Because of the Ride, more than 8,210 children have attended Victory Junction at no cost to their families.

ASHEBORO — Voting turnout for next week’s primary appears to be well ahead of the pace for a similar voting cycle in 2018 if Randolph County voters are any indication. In the first seven days of early voting, there were a total of 3,990 voters to turn out among the four voting sites in the county. That left more than a week remaining for voters to cast ballots in advance of the May 17 primary. In 2018, there were 14 days for Randolph County voters to cast ballots in one-stop early voting. Four years ago, 6,376 voters took advantage of that voting method. That year, there were three locations for early voting in the county. This year, among the first seven days of early voting, more than 500 voters showed up each day other than for Sunday, May 1, when there were abbreviated hours.

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Randolph County Board of Elections has seen more voters during the early voting period this year than in past years in Asheboro. In 2018, there were a total of four days when more than 500 votes were cast in the entire 14day slate of early voting in Randolph County. Again this year, there are 14 days for early voting in the county. The period for early voting ends at 3 p.m. Saturday. The locations are the Randolph County Board of Elections office on North Fay-

etteville Street in Asheboro, Braxton Craven School gym in Trinity, Randleman Civic Center and Franklinville United Methodist Church. On primary day, voters must vote at their designated precinct. There are various local, state and national races, including narrowing the field for a U.S. Senate seat.

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a long-time supporter of the Randolph-Asheboro YMCA. The Asheboro Junior Women’s Club is the official host of the tournament — a captain’s choice format with proceeds going toward speMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY SUNDAY cial projects for the YMCA, ingles on holes 3,FRIDAY 4, 6, 7 and 16. The SATURDAY Randolph Record staff THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY SUNDAY JULY 23 the annual YMCA scholdid not anyJULY scores JULY 24 JULY JULY 27 JULY JULY 25 5 2 record 3 of cluding JULY JULY 26 6 JUNE 30 21 JULY 1JULY 22teamJULY JULY 4 ASHEBORO — A rain-de- less than a birdie. 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Bossong Memorial Golf Tourna- Hogan called it “the best round a multitude of industries across Randolph County. “What a wonment at Pinewood Country Club I’ve ever been a part of.” Second place went to the team derful day with friends and famand the single-round tournament was stopped briefly for a thunder- of Ken Grady, George Ladamus, ily and community members RANDOLPH COMMUNITY COLLEGE storm but teams ultimately re- Colton Sapp and Shields McKe- coming together to support our YMCA turned to the course to complete own who shot a collective score of Randolph-Asheboro Asheboro Cars the 22nd iteration of the tourna- 53. Third place went to the team in memory of our very missed of London Cook, Keegan Lam- friend, Sam Bossong,” said tourment. & Coffee This year’s winning team of bert, Fuzzy Lambert and Ryan nament chair Gina McKee who 8am commended the Junior Women’s Chad Clark, Shawn Hogan, Clint Smith who shot a 54. The tournament is held each Club on their tireless work to put Smith and Mark Vuncannon Antiques, hot rods, shot a 49 which included five ea- year in memory of Sam Bossong, on the tournament. By Bob Sutton sion, there’s enrollment of 915. before those classes start. exotic cars and more Randolph Record Williams said there’s an ef- That’s off slightly from the usual will be on display at the fort to bolster enrollment. He cit- number that ranges up to 1,000, “There has never been a Asheboro Mall. ASHEBORO — Enrollment ed the RCC Commitment Grant, Williams said. better opportunity to attend WEEKLY LOG Traditional enrollment numat Randolph CRIME Community Col- a program designed as a funding lege isn’t likely to bounce back to mechanism to fill the gap that’s bers have flattened, but it’s the RCC and not have to worry not covered federal or state aidRd. number of high school students levels right away Degree ♦pre-pandemic Karpathakis, Michelle (F, 55), Trespass,by Injury to Personal Lastabout Day how to pay for it.” Arrestedaonschool charge ofofficial Cruelty to on 5/4/22, at 1587 in programs designed for dual ento students. despite pointing Property, of Early Voting ♦ Livengood, Lauren Ashley 27), Animals, on 5/4/22, at 4623 Linda in- Riverflow Dr. has never been a betrollment that has(F,dropped, “There out unprecedented financial Arrested on charge of Identity Theft, RCC president Dr. Robert Ln. “We’re just not seeing the level ter opportunity to attend RCC centives for potential students. The last day to vote ♦ Atkins, Andy Millard (M, 60), on 4/28/22, at 2605 Spencer Rd. and not have to worry about how of engagement that we had seen,” Chad Williams, vice president Arrested Jr. ♦ Link, Brett Andrew (M, 35), Arrested on charge of Possess Drug earlyShackleford in the 2022 Williams said. to pay for it,” RCC president Dr. for student services at RCC, said a ♦ Meier, Michael Alan (M, 50), Arrested on charge of Possession of Stolen Paraphernalia, Possess Marijuana primary is May 14. RCC held a of one-week break Robert Shackleford said. “Weon charge decline in highStolen school students in Paraphernalia, of eight counts Cruelty Goods, Possess Motor on 5/2/22, atJr. 934 N Randolph County earlieronthis month amid the sum4/28/22, at RCJ. meet students exactly where theyto Animals, dual enrollment has been the big- Park Vehicle, on 5/4/22, at RCJ. Dr, Asheboro. are and help them go as far as they mer semester, which began May gest reason for a dip. locations for early ♦ Pemberton, Johnathen Hughes (M, 26. Late ♦ Spinks, Octavius Cornelius (M, 48),a de-♦ Slaugenhaupt, Jonathan 24 and concludes July can possibly go.” William (M, “Overall, we’re still seeing voting are: 1457 on charge of Possess Arrested on charge of Assault on a on charge seven registration for the fall semester Beginning withofthe fall semes-32), Arrested cline in enrollment comparing to 25), Arrested N. Fayetteville St., Stolen Motor Vehicle, on 4/28/22, at Female, onyears 5/4/22,prior at RCJ.to the pan- counts of Possessionfull-time of Firearm by through Aug. 10, with classter, qualifying students5689runs previous Gallimore Town Rd. Felon, on 5/2/22, at RCJ. Asheboro; 7037 NC will be eligible for up to $1,000 es beginning Aug. 16. Williams said. ♦demic,” Wilkins, Timothy Wade (M, 61), “I don’t Hwy 62, Trinity; 122 StillAllen dealing adjustments perDyon semester. know if we’ll get to numbers of we’ve♦ Toler, ♦ Ward, Ricky (M, 40),with Arrested Arrested on charge of Possession Booker (M, 36), Arrested on charge of Possess Meth, Possess Commerce Square, made because of the coronavirus That makes attending RCC seen in previous fall semesters. … Firearm by Felon, Resisting Public on charge of Assault Inflict Serious Motor Vehicle, 4/28/22, at semespandemic, notonall 2021 fall the on most enticing from a finan-Stolen We’re out to every stu- Injury, Officer,reaching three counts of Second 5/2/22, at 1020 Albermarle Randleman, 227 W. Gallimore Town classes willRd. be in person. Some dent we can in every way we can.” cial standpoint in the 16 years5689ter Main St., Franklinville. A fall semester at the two-year Williams has been at the school, will use a hybrid model with a school in Asheboro would often he said. He previously worked in mixture of face-to-faces sessions and and virtual sessions. classRCC’sReaves financial office. have 2,600 from to 3,000 Kathy Cavin Many for said.aid “He hasn’t in Douthit ALCOHOL page 1students en-creases,” es provide students with options “There’s never awhile better to parcels rolled. At the beginning of thisdone many of land on Sterling increases thetimethree into thetocorporate that uponhe him in- Street on audit with stood their same how attend andlimparticipate, go back tofalls college,” said. week,contract that number at aboutworkload its of the City ofsaid. Asheboro and quite a bit.” auditor, William R. aHoneycutt, Williams the current summer ses1,900 with about month to gocreasesFor Asheboro Summer The council then approved an approved a contract to Simcon CPA, PLLC, CRIME for $36,800, the WEEKLY LOG Concert Series same amount that was charged ordinance to amend the general Company, LLC for $959,650 to construct a proposed 80-foot by fund and utilize $1,282,300 for last year according to Finance ♦ Williams, Denishia Lorren 7pm construction on Zoo City Sports- 80-foot corporate hangar at the Officer, Deborah Reaves. (B /F/30) Arrest on chrg of WEEKLY CRIME LOG Asheboro Regional Airport. plex to finish Fields 2, 3 and 4, “Our auditor has always done 1) Pwimsd Marijuana (F), 2) The summer concert The City of Asheboro council a Maintain good jobVeh/dwell/place in looking afterCs us and approved the annexation reseries kicks off this will next meet June 9. quests by Stephen Bryant, Kevhas been reasonable about in(f) (F), 3) Possess X Whitehead, George Alan (M, 52), 176 E. Salisbury St, Asheboro, on Arrest on charge of Resisting ♦ Boggs, Matthew Harrison (M, 39), week♦with the East on charge of Misdemeanor 07/13/2021. Public Officer, 321 Kings Ridge Rd, Arrest on charge of Misdemeanor Coast Arrest Rhythm & Blues Possession of Schedule Randleman, on 07/14/2021. Larceny, at 2587 Wayne White Rd, free concerts IV CS, ♦ Millikan, Bobby Wayne (M, 33), band. The Possession of Stolen motor Pleasant Garden, on 07/14/2021. Arrest on charge of Assault on aare at Asheboro’s ♦ Hazelwood, Elizabeth (F, 44), vehicle, imporoper use of a dealer downtown Bicentennial Female, at 8300 Curtis Power Rd, Arrest on chage of Misdemeanor ♦ Bolton McKee, James Henry tag, failure to deliver title, failure to Bennett, NC, on 07/14/2021. Park. appear on felony, at I-85 Exit 111, Larceny, at Hoover Hill Rd/Slick (M, 47), Arrest on charge of Rodk Mtn, on 07/14/2021. Possession of Stolen Goods, at on 07/13/2021. ♦ Passmore, Casey Lynn, Arrest on 6469 Clyde King Rd, Seagrove, on charge of possession of marijuana ♦ Cheek, Helenia Spinks (F, 64), ♦ Lynch, Detrick Lamont (M, 40), 07/15/2021. up to 1/2 oz., at Randolph Arrest on charge of Misdemeanor Arrest on charge of Assault by Courthouse, on 7/13/2021. Possession of Schedule VI CS, ♦ Pugh, Robert Daniel (M, 39), pointing a gun, Discharging a Possessiong of Stolen Motor Arrest on charge of Simple Blessing of the firearm to cause fear, Reckless ♦ Roark, Justin Steven (M, 30), Vehicle, at I-85 Exit 111, on Assault (M), at 139 Drum St, driving to endanger, Seagrove, on Badges Arrest on charge of Possession 07/13/2021. Asheboro, on 07/14/2021. 07/12/2021. of Meth, Possession with intent noon to manufacture, sell or distribute ♦ McQueen, James Allen Jr (M, 35), ♦ Richardson, Erwin Quint Jr (M, ♦ Helms, Chad Lee (M, 37), Arrest heroin, Simple possession of Law enforcement Arrest on charge of Possession 31), Arrest on charges of Felony on charge of Felony Sexual Schedule II, III, IV CS, Maintaining of Marijuana up to 1/2 oz., Larceny and Possession of Stolen from around Randolph Exploitation of a minor in the Place, Possession of Drug Possession of drug paraphernalia, Goods, at 5471 Needhams Trail, second degree (10 counts), 727 County will gather at Monday - on Friday 8 am -Paraphernalia, 7:30 pm at 1029 High Point Failure to appeal felony, failure Seagrove, on 07/14/2021. McDowellCounty Rd, Asheboro, NC, on the Randolph 7/13/2021. to appear on misdemeanor, Sunday, May 1 at 1 pm Rd, - 6onp.m. 07/12/2021. Sheriff’s Office for the ♦ Seibert, Sarah Elizabeth (F, 32),

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COLUMN | U.S. REP. RICHARD HUDSON

Defending life and our veterans

I have been a vocal advocate for the rights of the unborn all my life.

LIFE. It’s the first unalienable right endowed by God listed in our Declaration of Independence. It’s something we celebrate on this Mother’s Day. And it’s also something I am committed to defending as a dad and your congressman. Tragically, since Roe v Wade was decided by the Supreme Court in 1973, more than 63 million babies have been lost to abortion in America. Now, our United States Supreme Court is currently debating a case that could reform laws about life in our nation. Last week, a draft opinion from the Court regarding the case Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization was leaked to the public. This ongoing case will determine the constitutionality of a Mississippi law that would limit abortions -- except in the case of emergencies -- after 15 weeks of pregnancy. At 15 weeks a baby in the womb has a heartbeat, as well as fully formed arms, legs, fingers, and toes. A baby at 15 weeks responds to sounds, light and even sucks her thumb. She also feels pain. In fact, modern science has evolved to the point doctors can operate on a baby at this stage. And they provide her with medication for the pain. Science and medicine have advanced a great deal since 1973. Many people who support abortion now realize there should be limits. In fact, the United States is one of only 6 nations in the world, including North Korea and China, who allow abortion right up until birth. We now know it is barbaric and cruel to dismember a baby that can feel that excruciating pain. That is why a Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v Wade is the right thing to do. The result would be that decisions about what limits should be placed on abortion are returned to the people to decide. The people through their representatives in Congress and state legislatures should make these decisions, not 7 unelected men as was the case in 1973. I have been a vocal advocate for the rights of the unborn all my life. In Congress, I have stood up for life and am proud to have a 100% rating from the National Right to Life for my voting record. I am inspired by faith leaders and so many in our community who have helped lead this fight, like the Life Care Pregnancy Center in Carthage. Last week I visited the Center and congratulated them

on 30 years of service to moms, babies, and families in our region. As the Supreme Court finalizes its ruling, I will continue praying for the unborn, as well as our Supreme Court Justices. I will also continue my fight to defend life and protect those who cannot protect themselves. As Fort Bragg’s congressman and a voice for veterans, I am also continually focused on supporting those who have served our nation. Our region is home to the fastest growing veteran population in the country. Yet I know too many veterans face bureaucratic obstacles getting the care they deserve from the VA. Breaking down these bureaucratic barriers is one of my top priorities and why I have fought for legislation including the VA MISSION ACT, the Care for the Veteran Caregiver Act, and the Care Veterans Deserve Act. Our veterans kept their promise to defend our country. Now, we must keep our promise to take care of them. Unfortunately, the Biden administration has not lived up to that commitment. Last week Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas confirmed plans to use VA resources, doctors, and nurses to help care for illegal migrants coming across our southern border. This is unacceptable and I immediately helped introduce the Veterans First Act to block this from happening. Our southern border is in a crisis created by President Biden’s policies. His plan to repeal Title 42 protections at the border later this month will only make this problem worse. We expect up to 18,000 migrants to illegally enter per day according to Homeland Security. There is no question Title 42 must be maintained and our border must be secured – but not at the expense of our veterans. Following the introduction of our bill, Secretary Mayorkas announced on Wednesday that the administration was dropping plans to divert VA resources. We stood up to this ridiculous plan and I’m glad we won. Unfortunately, there is still much more to do to defend our veterans, secure our border, and protect life. As many of you celebrate Mother’s Day, know I am focused on these priorities on behalf of you and your family because there is too much at stake. Our nation is facing challenges, but we have faced hard times before and prevailed. I am confident we can do so again.

COLUMN | DAVID HARSANYI

GOP should welcome abortion debate Why does Congressman Ryan believe it is “up to the woman” to decide whether a human being lives or dies one minute before crowning but not one minute after?

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER Chuck Schumer will hold a vote on a bill codifying abortion’s legality so that voters, he contends, can “see where every senator stands.” Though Schumer believes this is a political slam dunk for Democrats, it presents a magnificent opportunity for Republicans to make their case. Though many conservatives have rightly avoided prematurely celebrating Justice Samuel Alito’s draft decision, many also seem frightened of debating the underlying issue. Indeed, the draft leak is a significant assault on the system, but no more so than Roe v. Wade. For 50 years, our culture and media have treated this flawed decision as right and rite. Surely, most of the public isn’t aware of the maximalist position staked out by the establishment Left. Republicans should take the opportunity to point out that even if they were moderately prochoice, they couldn’t possibly support Schumer’s barbaric bill, which legalizes abortion for any reason on demand until the moment of birth. They should follow that up by noting that Democrats, including the president, also want taxpayers to foot the bill for abortions, including the late-term variety. Passing Schumer’s bill would likely translate into thousands of viable babies being dismembered for nothing more than convenience. (Well, thousands more than the approximately 10,000 already killed yearly in late-term abortions.) A floor debate would be a good time to point out that there is no bill preventing doctors from saving the life of the mother. Indeed, medical literature shows that third-trimester abortions are very rarely performed for “maternal health complications or lethal fetal anomalies discovered late in pregnancy,” as the anti-abortion Charlotte Lozier Institute reported. The pro-choice Guttmacher Institute found that a majority of women who seek late-term abortions “do not do so for reasons of fetal anomaly or life endangerment.” Republicans might want to ask their Democrat colleagues what, if any, limitations on abortion they believe should be instituted. When Fox News’ Bret Baier pressed former pro-lifer Tim Ryan, now the Democrat senatorial candidate in Ohio (and who is often portrayed as moderate by the media), on whether he believed in any limitations on abortion, he answered, “You got to leave it up to the woman.” Why does Congressman Ryan believe it is “up to the woman” to decide whether a human being lives or dies one minute before crowning but not one minute after? I’m sure I’m not the only person interested in hearing why Democrats believe that it’s “reproductive justice” to dispose of children such as Lyla Stensrud, born at 21 weeks and four days and weighing just 14.4 ounces.

A floor debate would be a good time to remind everyone that, in 2019, Senate Democrats blocked Republican Ben Sasse’s effort to obtain unanimous consent on the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, a bill that wasn’t technically about abortion but about protecting babies who survived the surgical procedure. And when Democrats meld their racial-grievance rhetoric with their “bodily autonomy” arguments, someone should ask them, “Why do you believe it’s OK for abortion factories to target minority communities? Do you share Margaret Sanger’s racist position on Black children? Are you OK with sex-selective abortions? If not, why not? Are you OK with abortionists eradicating people with non-life-threatening fetal abnormalities such as Down syndrome for the convenience of the customers — and it should be stressed, in most cases this means the father as well as mother — a policy that is properly called eugenics?” A floor debate would be a good chance to point out the lies spread about “forced abortions,” ectopic pregnancy and bans against contraception, and also to remind voters that Democrats want to strip medical workers of conscience rights and compel them to participate in abortions. Of course, I’m not naive. Most abortion advocates won’t answer, and the media won’t ask. When does life begin? Maybe a Democrat will finally have an answer. Or maybe the question will remain above their “pay grade,” as former President Barack Obama, who spearheaded abortion radicalization, once said. As it stands, the Left’s position is that only the mother (no longer referred to as a “birthing person” or “chest feeder”) can answer such questions. This isn’t merely unscientific; it is morally indefensible. It’s why abortion activists have been forced to use a slew of euphemisms — “bodily autonomy” and “reproductive rights” — to avoid describing the unpleasant realities and consequences of the deadly surgical procedure they champion. But now that SCOTUS might overturn Roe, Democrats will no longer be allowed to silence debate by claiming that abortion is inarguably a constitutional right. They should be compelled to make arguments — perhaps not in solid-blue states, but on the national stage. So far, they seem utterly unprepared for that debate — which makes Republicans’ tepid response to the possible ending of Roe even more inexplicable. David Harsanyi is a senior writer at National Review and author of “Eurotrash: Why America Must Reject the Failed Ideas of a Dying Continent.”

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Former Michigan State star Payne shot, killed Orlando, Fla. Former Michigan State basketball standout and NBA player Adreian Payne has died in a shooting. He was 31. The sheriff’s office in Orange County, Florida, said deputies responded to a shooting Monday morning when Payne was identified and taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Lawrence Dority was present at the scene, according to the sherriff’s office. The 29-year-old Dority was arrested on a first-degree murder warrant after homicide detectives interviewed him. Payne played in 107 NBA games, averaging four points and three rebounds, over four seasons with the Atlanta Hawks, Minnesota Timberwolves and Orlando Magic.

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MLB plans London games in 2023, 2024 and 2026 New York Major League Baseball plans to play regular-season games in London in 2023, 2024 and 2026. The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox split two games at London’s Olympic Stadium in June 2019. The St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs were scheduled to play there in June 2020, but those games were canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Cardinals and Cubs are the leading candidates to play in London next year. MLB plans to hold a Home Run Derby at London’s Crystal Palace Park on July 9 this year.

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Suns’ Williams voted NBA’s top coach Phoenix Monty Williams has won NBA Coach of the Year after leading the Phoenix Suns to a franchise-record 64 wins during the regular season. The Suns were the NBA’s best team by far during the regular season, finishing with eight more wins than any other team. Williams joins Cotton Fitzsimmons (198889) and Mike D’Antoni (200405) as coaches who have won the award with the Suns. The runner-up to New York’s Tom Thibodeau last season, Williams was the runaway winner this time. He received 81 of 100 first-place votes from a global panel of 100 sportswriters and broadcasters, finishing with 458 points.

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Robinson likely to miss World Cup with Achilles injury Atlanta Atlanta United defender Miles Robinson will likely miss the World Cup for the United States after rupturing the Achilles tendon in his left leg during an MLS game. The team announced that Robinson would undergo surgery Monday after an MRI confirmed the worst-case scenario. Robinson was injured in the first half of a 4-1 win over Chicago Fire. The 25-year-old central defender was carried off the field on a stretcher. He faces a lengthy recovery period that probably will cost him a roster spot at the World Cup. The Americans open the tournament in Qatar on Nov. 21.

NCAA clarifies compensation rules but is crackdown likely? ‘Collectives’ have further blurred the lines of NIL deals, leading to the possibility of tightened oversight

recruiting or providing benefits to prospects. The guidance is effective immediately. NCAA enforcement staff was directed to look for possible violations that might have occurred before May 9, 2022, but “pursue only those actions that clearly are The Associated Press contrary to the published interim ELEVEN MONTHS after the policy, including the most severe viNCAA lifted most of its restrictions olations of recruiting rules or payagainst athletes cashing in on their ment for athletics performance.” The NCAA neither changed its fame, college sports leaders are trying to send a warning to schools and rules nor created new ones. “I don’t think they’re even necboosters it believes have crossed a line: There are still rules here and essarily clarifying the rules,” said attorney Darren Heitner, they will be enforced. who helped craft Florida’s But following last NIL law. “My understandyear’s Supreme Court ruling is this is just certain ining against the NCAA “That’s dividuals who have made in an antitrust case, is a why many up a working committee decrackdown on so-called ciding that after almost 11 collectives brokering attorneys months we want to enforce name, image and likeness have been our rules.” deals still likely — or even kind of The rise of booster-fundpossible? ed collectives prompted the “I didn’t think (the giving board in February to ask NCAA) would not try at cautious the DI Council to review the some point,” said Maddie advice in NCAA’s interim NIL policy. Salamone, a sports attorThe concern among many ney and former Duke la- terms of in college sports has been crosse player. “That’s why what is that payments from collecmany attorneys have been tives are being made to high kind of giving cautious and is not school recruits and to coladvice in terms of what allowed.” lege athletes in hopes of getis and is not allowed. Esting them to transfer to a pecially when it comes to Maddie particular school. collectives and different Salamone, “Some things look very NIL deals.” much like pay-for-play,” The NCAA’s Divi- sports Salamone said. “There are sion I Board of Direcattorney rules on the books within tors on Monday approved the NCAA around boostguidance developed by a group of college sports adminis- ers. The fact that the NCAA has trators, clarifying the types of NIL been hesitant to enforce anything I payments and booster involvement think has emboldened a lot of peothat should be considered recruit- ple around this issue to be a little bit more obvious.” ing violations. Last year, the NCAA removed “Specifically, the guidance defines as a booster any third-par- its longstanding ban against athty entity that promotes an athlet- letes earning money from sponics program, assists with recruiting sorship and endorsements deals. or assists with providing benefits The NCAA did not ban boosters to recruits, enrolled student-ath- from being involved in NIL activity. letes or their family members,” the However, without detailed NCAA NCAA release said. “The definition rules and with state-level NIL laws could include ‘collectives’ set up to differing across the country, it left funnel name, image and likeness both schools and the association deals to prospective student-ath- struggling to determine what activletes or enrolled student-athletes ities were impermissible. Some state laws also prohibwho might be considering transferit boosters from engaging with rering.” The NCAA added a reminder: cruits, but there has been little apRecruiting rules bar boosters from petite for enforcement of those laws.

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Joey Logano reacts in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series race at Darlington Raceway on Sunday.

Logano bumps past Byron for Darlington win The Team Penske driver snapped a 40-race win drought The Associated Press DARLINGTON, S.C. — After William Byron squeezed him against the wall on a final restart, Joey Logano knew what he’d do if got the chance to regain the lead. Logano bumped Byron from behind on the next-to-last lap to win the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway on Sunday. Byron hit the wall in turn three and Logano went on to his first win of the season and first at the track “Too Tough To Tame.” “There’s something to be said for an angry race car driver,” said Logano, who broke a 40race winless drought. Logano, who started from the pole, had one of the strongest cars all day and was in front coming out of the pits before a restart with 25 laps left. But Byron, who started low, forced Logano into the wall and out of the lead. “If someone’s going to be will-

He can’t win a race, so he does it that way.” William Byron on being taken out by winner Joey Logano ing to do that to you, then the gloves are off,” Logano said. Byron was not happy with the maneuver, calling Logano an “idiot” and a “moron” who has raced others questionably throughout his career. The fans at Darlington let the Team Penske driver know what they thought, booing the 2018 NASCAR champion when he got out of his car. “I’ve been called a lot of things, a lot worse than moron,” Logano said. Byron, who signed a contract extension with Hendrick Motorsports, seemed as if he’d keep up his team’s dominant season over the final laps. Instead, Logano broke a 40-race winless drought. Tyler Reddick was second fol-

lowed by Justin Haley, Kevin Harvick and Chase Elliott. Byron fell to 13th. He said the restart was just close racing and didn’t deserve a hard hit on the rear bumper so close to the end. “He slammed me so hard, it knocked all the right side off the car and sent me into the corner,” Byron said. “He’s just a moron. He can’t win a race, so he does it that way.” Logano led 108 of the 293 laps and reached Victory Lane for the first time since winning on the dirt at Bristol in 2021. It was the first time the new Next Gen car was took on NASCAR’s oldest superspeedway and the results were mixed. The racing was strong, although several of the top competitors didn’t last to the end. Reigning NASCAR champion Kyle Larson was out with engine failure after 112 laps. Past champions Kyle Busch and Brad Keselowski were also out well before the finish. The series moves to Kansas Speedway, where Kyle Busch is the event’s defending champion. Kyle Larson won the October race in Kansas.

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UCA pair takes second in 1-A tennis Randolph Record staff THE UWHARRIE CHARTER Academy doubles team of Joseph Phetmixay and Drew Auman ended up as state runner-up in Class 1-A boys’ tennis at Cary Tennis Park. Phetmixay and Auman won two matches before they were denied in the final. The Bishop McGuinness pairing of Luca Pestana and Timothy Hackman captured the title by winning 6-1, 6-4. For the Villains, it was the fourth time the school has produced a doubles state champion pair, though the first since 2014. A day earlier, the Phetmixay-Auman tandem defeated Voyager Academy’s Jacob McKenna and Simon Osceanas by 6-0, 6-0 and then claimed the semifinal with a 6-2, 6-4 decision against Elkin’s Luke McComb and Clay Sebastian. In Class 2-A, Wheatmore singles entry Jagur Williams lost in the first round by 6-4, 6-1 to Brevard’s Porter Schrader.

Providence Grove holds a No. 1 regional seed for the Class 2-A state playoffs in softball after going unbeaten in conference play.

Softball Providence Grove holds the top seed in the West Region for the Class 2-A state playoffs. The Patriots had an undefeated regular season and then won two games to capture the Piedmont Athletic Conference Tournament last week. As the No. 1 regional seed, there’s the possibility of home games Friday, next Tuesday, May 20 and for some of the best-of-3 regional final should the Patriots advance. The first-round game was set for Tuesday against Patton. Southwestern Randolph,

Randleman and Wheatmore were also in the Class 2-A bracket, while Eastern Randolph and Uwharrie Charter Academy were entered in Class 1-A. Eastern Randolph held the No. 5 seed, so multiple home games could be in order for the Wildcats. Providence Grove won last week’s PAC Tournament behind strong pitching from Emma Mazzarone. She had 12 strikeouts in an 11-1 semifinal victory against UCA. She also homered and drove in four runs. In the final, Mazzarone struck out 18 batters in a 1-0 triumph against visiting Southwestern Randolph. That was part of a two hitter and she hit one batter with a pitch. Edi Austin provided the offense with a home run to begin the bottom of the first inning. She had two of the Patriots’ four hits. That outcome pushed Providence Grove’s record to 21-0. Macie Crutchfield took the loss despite striking out eight. Caressa King had both Southwestern Randolph hits. The Cougars reached the tournament final by upending third-seeded Eastern Randolph 10-0 behind Crutchfield’s three-hitter that included nine strikeouts. Carleigh Whitson drove in three runs and Maddie Varner and King both knocked in two runs.

Connor Carter Eastern Randolph,

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Carter has turned in a strong postseason. First, he won the Piedmont Athletic Conference individual championship in the league tournament. Then he placed second in last week’s Class 1-A Midwest Regional. Carter, a junior, posted COURTESY PHOTO 4-over-par 78 on Monday in Eastern Randolph high the first round of the Class school’s Connor Carter 1-A state tournament at Longleaf Golf & Family Club in Southern Pines. That put him in a three-way tie for second place one shot off the lead going into Tuesday’s final round. Also in the state tournament, Wheatmore’s Ryan Baynard was in the Class 2-A, with competition at Foxfire Resort & Golf Club’s Red Course in Jackson Springs. He began with a 20-over 92 on Monday in the two-day competition, putting him tied for 64th place.

Luck retires from roles at AHS By Bob Sutton Randolph Record

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Left, Braylen Hayes rips one of his two grand slams in the PAC Tournament title game against Trinity. Right, Randleman’s Bryson Sweatt dives into the plate before Trinity pitcher Jake Little can make a tag as Randleman’s Ryan White looks on from close by.

Randleman tunes up for states with another special night By Bob Sutton Randolph Record RANDLEMAN — There were a few more highlights for Randleman’s baseball team before the Tigers get around to main event. For the 25-win team, the state playoffs are about to arrive. “There will definitely be pressure because it’s playoffs, oneand-done type deal,” center fielder Braylen Hayes said. “I feel we can overcome the pressure once we get out there.” There were no nerves present for the Piedmont Athletic Conference Tournament, with the Tigers rolling to the championship. Hayes hammered two grand slams in Thursday night’s 16-0 trouncing of visiting Trinity in the tournament final.

The reigning Class 2-A state champions were set to embark on the states with a home game Tuesday night against Lincolnton. “Obviously, we want to go backto-back,” third baseman Hunter Atkins said. “But we have to take it a step at a time. … We wanted to win the regular-season conference (title) and we did. We wanted to win this (tournament). Now we’re going to states.” The special moments kept coming for Randleman (25-1) as they continued their domination of the PAC. Hayes provided a pair with two grand slams. The blasts came in consecutive innings, both to center field. “The first one I capped. I thought it was a flyout,” Hayes said. “That second one, off the bat, it felt

so good.” Hayes has 13 home runs, trailing only catcher Brooks Brannon, who has 16, among the Tigers. It began with Atkins lofting a two-run home run down the leftfield line in the first inning before Trinity recorded an out. Atkins added a ground-rule double and a bases-loaded walk in the next two innings. Atkins and Trey Way both scored for runs. Ryan White has hit one homer, but that’s notable as well. His line drive in the fourth inning barely cleared the right-field fence, giving one of Randleman’s top pitchers his first home run in high school competition. White was the designated hitter Thursday night. He left the pitching to Drake Purvis, who was spoton.

The left-hander took a no-hitter into the fifth inning before Ethan Willard’s one-out single broke up the no-hit bid. Purvis ended up with a two-hitter with one walk and 11 strikeouts. The Tigers batted in only four innings, posting multiple runs in each of those. “I’d rather it be like that than too close,” coach Jake Smith said. The Tigers outscored second-place Trinity by a combined 41-3 in three meetings this season. Trinity (17-9), which had a fivegame winning streak snapped, also made the Class 2-A state playoffs. Randleman is the top seed in the West Region. If it advances, it would have home games Friday night, next Tuesday night and again May 20 – and for some of the best-of-3 regional final near the end of the month. The Tigers might be primed for another postseason run. “That’s what we’ve been working for,” Atkins said. “In the offseason and now, that’s what we’ve been waiting on.” It’s here.

ASHEBORO — Steve Luck has retired as athletics director and a teacher from Asheboro High School, where he served in various roles for nearly 25 years. He became the AD in 2013. “The thing that I’m proud of the most is the work in the classroom,” Luck said. “That’s what paid the bills.” He stepped aside at the end of April. The following week, he began a job as a maintenance manager for Source Properties. “It was a good run,” he said. Wrestling coach Wes Berrier will formally become the AD this summer. Luck, a 1985 AHS graduate, attended North Carolina State, spent four years in active duty with the Air Force and two years in the reserves. Aside from a degree from N.C. State, he later earned a master’s degree related to administrative work from High Point University. Luck spent from 1993-98 at Lee County, serving on football and wrestling staffs. Then he took a teaching job at AHS in 1998. “When I graduated from AHS, I never thought I would return,” he said. Mike Warren, who was principal at AHS, offered him a position and he ended up sticking around. He became Asheboro’s cross country and wrestling coach and also served stints in the baseball program as junior varsity coach and assistant varsity coach. He’ll continue to be on the scene in many ways. The youngest of his three sons, Ben Luck, is finishing his freshman year at the school, where he plays basketball and baseball. Steve Luck said his teaching position in American history was vital because “it helped me manage my time a little better” in relationship to the AD responsibilities. He said with growing sports offerings at the school it pulled his commitments in various directions. He said his wife, Mary, supported his coaching and AD roles, putting up with late-night arrivals home and him being away on many weekends. Luck was particularly fond of the relationship with the City of Asheboro, which he said is critical to assisting the school system. He thanked the city council during a meeting last week. That connection to the city has been especially important this school year as renovation projects on campus has meant that many of the teams have held competitions and practices at various venues in the city. “I don’t know of another city that helps out their high school the way that Asheboro does,” Luck said. “It has been very tough this year and the way the city helped has been fantastic for the school.”

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Concert series grows in Asheboro Friday events added to slate with tribute bands By Bob Sutton Randolph Record ASHEBORO — Asheboro’s summer concert series is expanding. After assessing interest based on an event on a Friday night last August, it was determined to add another series in addition to the popular outdoor concerts at Bicentennial Park. “It was a good turnout, so this year we assume it’s going to be the same,” said Taylor Crawford, who’s Sunset Theatre coordinator for the City of Asheboro. “And now we’re going to make it a se-

ries. May’s schedule calls for Sunday’s kickoff event with the East Coast Rhythm & Blues. The first Friday edition of “Rock’N the Park” comes May 20 with Stephanie Quayle. The opening band will feature Casey Noel. The Sunday events will continue largely with beach themes. The Friday concerts will feature tribute bands. For concerts on Fridays and Sundays, a new twist will be the presence of food trucks. Crawford said she hopes these add to the experience and the dining offerings. The Sunday concerts are slated to run from 7-8:30 p.m. Additional concerts are slated for

“It was a good turnout, so this year we assume it’s going to be the same. And now we’re going to make it a series.” Taylor Crawford, Sunset Theatre coordinator for the City of Asheboro June 5 (Sand Band), June 19 (Envision), July 10 (Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot), July 24 (The Castaways) and Aug. 21 (Mason Lovette). A special Memorial Day event will be held from 6-8:30

Judge to decide how much pharmacies owe over opioid crisis The Associated Press CLEVELAND — How much money should CVS, Walgreens and Walmart pharmacies pay two Ohio counties in damages to help them ease the effects of the opioid crisis? That’s the question in front of a federal judge in Cleveland, who began hearing testimony on Tuesday after a jury found the three giant pharmacy chains responsible last fall for recklessly distributing massive amounts of pain pills in Lake and Trumbull counties. It was the first time pharmacies in the U.S. have been held responsible for the opioid crisis. Plaintiff’s attorneys said before trial that each county needs about $1 billion to repair the damage caused by the flood of pills, which caused hundreds of overdose deaths. Around 80 million prescription painkillers were dispensed in Trumbull County between 2012 and 2016 — 400 for every county resident — while 61 mil-

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In this undated combination of photos shown are CVS, Walmart and Walgreens locations. lion pills were dispensed in Lake County during that five-year period — 265 pills for every resident. Back in November, a jury in

U.S. District Judge Dan Polster’s courtroom sided with the counties and agreed that the way the pharmacies dispensed pain medication played an outsized role in

p.m. Sept. 5 with Cats Band. Friday’s events go from 6-10 p.m. Also on the docket for these nights are Live Wire (June 10), Rumours ATL (July 15) and Who’s Bad (Aug. 5). Live Wire is an AC/DEC tribute band, Rumours ATL is a Fleetwood Mac tribute band and Who’s Bad is a Michael Jackson tribute band. Pam Hester, a city employee, oversees the bookings for the Sunday series. Rebekah McGee, executive director of Downtown Asheboro Inc., is handling the scheduling of bands for the Friday concerts. McGee also coordinated the food trucks. She said five to nine will be on hand for each concert. “We’ve had a great response,”

McGee said. For the 2021 Friday event, there were three food trucks. Those sold out of food, McGee said, while area restaurants were packed. The goal is to provide a unique mix of food, McGee said. Staples among the food trucks will be a hot dog vendor, ice cream, Italian ice and traditional bar food. Others that will rotate among the events include Japanese offerings, Mexican food and Vegan and smoothies. The Sunday shows have generally attracted crowds of about 600 attendees, Crawford said. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. “They come and set up chairs as early as 2 o’clock,” Crawford said. “They take their beach music pretty seriously.” As usual, if weather threatens to interfere, the concerts won’t be called off until the last minute, Crawford said.

creating a public nuisance. Now, the counties are expected to present testimony from doctors to discuss the harm suffered by those communities, the opioid crisis’ impact on child welfare and other county agencies, and an abatement plan created for the counties. “The jury sounded a bell that should be heard through all pharmacies in America,” Mark Lanier, the lead attorney for the counties, said after November’s verdict. Across the U.S., many lawsuits filed by governments over the toll of the drugs have been resolved in recent years — most with settlements, and some with judgments or verdicts in trials. So far, drug makers, distributors and pharmacies have agreed to settlements totaling well over $40 billion, according to an Associated Press tally. Trials are underway in courts in West Virginia, Florida and California. A decision has not yet been issued after another trial last year in West Virginia. According to an April 25 court filing, the abatement plan created for Lake and Trumbull counties by Dr. Caleb Alexander of John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, “are reasonable and necessary to abate the public nuisance found by the jury.” The plan focuses on preven-

tion, treatment, recovery and “measures intended to specifically address the needs of special populations who have been uniquely affected by the opioid epidemic,” the court filing said. Attorneys for Walgreens and Walmart argued in a court filing that the counties’ $878 million abatement plan should be limited to one year and not the minimum of five years the counties argue they need. One of the pharmacy chains’ experts has estimated the actual cost at $346 million while another expert said it’s less than $35 million, the filing said. Defense attorneys also argued that damage caused by other entities who contributed to the public nuisance of opioid addiction should be excluded from any amounts awarded by Polster and that those costs should be limited to the pharmacies’ “appropriate share of contribution to the nuisance.” Pharmacy chain Rite-Aid settled with the counties in early October before the start of trial. Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle reached a settlement with the counties in late October after the trial started. There were nearly 500,000 deaths caused by legal and illegal opioids between 2000 and 2019, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.

Georgia nuclear plant’s cost now forecast to top $30B By Rebecca Boone The Associated Press ATLANTA — A nuclear power plant being built in Georgia is now projected to cost its owners more than $30 billion. A financial report from one of the owners on Friday clearly pushed the cost of Plant Vogtle near Augusta past that milestone, bringing its total cost to $30.34 billion That amount doesn’t count the $3.68 billion that original contractor Westinghouse paid to the owners after going bankrupt, which would bring total spending to more than $34 billion. Vogtle is the only nuclear plant under construction in the United States, and its costs could deter other utilities from building such plants, even though they generate electricity without releasing climate-changing carbon emissions. The latest increase in the budget, by the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia, wasn’t a surprise after lead owner Georgia Power Co. announced delays and $920 million in overruns on March 3. Georgia Power’s costs only cover the 45.7% of the plant it owns, meaning that the cooperatives and municipal utilities that own the majority of the two-reactor project later update their financial projections as

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A Nuclear turbine is seen at the GE Steam Power System site in Belfort, eastern France, Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022. well. MEAG, which owns 22.7% of Vogtle and provides power to city-owned utilities, raised its total cost forecast, including capital spending and borrowing costs, to $7.8 billion from the previous level of $7.5 billion. Oglethorpe Power Corp., which provides power to 38 cooperatives in Georgia, owns 30% of Vogtle. In March bumped up its

cost projects by $250 million to $8.5 billion. The city of Dalton, which owns 1.6%, estimated its cost at $240 million in 2021. It hasn’t released a public update. The municipal utility in Jacksonville, Florida, as well as some other municipal utilities and cooperatives in Florida and Alabama are obligated to buy power from the plant.

When approved in 2012, the third and fourth reactors were estimated to cost $14 billion, with the first electricity being generated in 2016. Now the third reactor is set to begin operation in March 2023, and the fourth reactor is set to begin operation in December 2023. Atlanta-based Southern Co., which owns Georgia Power, has been charging increasing shares of its cost overruns as shareholder losses, saying it’s unlikely that the Georgia Public Service Commission will approve adding amounts to the bills of Georgia Power’s 2.6 million customers. But Oglethorpe, MEAG and Dalton don’t have shareholders, meaning customers are fully exposed to overruns. Georgia Power’s customers, as well as some Oglethorpe customers, are already paying the costs of Vogtle. To protect themselves, the other owners signed an agreement with Georgia Power in 2018 specifying that if costs reach a certain point, the other owners can choose to freeze their costs at that level. In exchange for paying more of the costs, Georgia Power would own a larger share of the reactors. Oglethorpe wants to freeze its costs at $8.1 billion, selling 2% of the reactor to Georgia Power in exchange for Georgia Power pay-

ing $400 million more in costs. MEAG also said Friday it wants to freeze its costs, but didn’t say how much it sought to shift to Georgia Power. Southern has acknowledged it will have to pay at least $440 million more to cover what would have been other owners’ costs, and has said another $460 million is in dispute. Georgia Power is disputing the cost threshold at which it must shoulder more of the burden and saying it shouldn’t have to pay the other owners’ share of extra costs stemming from COVID-19. The owners are in talks aimed at resolving their disagreements. “Cost sharing is imminent, however, until the parties reach agreement, Oglethorpe will continue to pay its full share of the construction costs as billed by Georgia Power, but will do so under contractual protest,” Oglethorpe CEO Mike Smith said in March. All the owners did vote to continue construction on Feb. 25. Also, the owners report that the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission in March completed a follow-up inspection of wiring problems at the third reactor and signed off that problems it identified in November had been fixed, returning the reactor to its less intensive baseline inspection regime.

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obituaries

Donald "Don" Lee Weaver

September 23, 1955 — May 6, 2022 Donald Lee Weaver, age 66 of Asheboro, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem. Don was born in Siler City on September 23, 1955 to James Wendell and Jessie Mae Wright Weaver. Don was a graduate of Eastern Randolph High School and received an associate’s degree from Randolph Community College. He was an automotive mechanic by trade owning and operating Don’s Automotive, as well as, working for Thomas Tire. Most recently, Don worked and retired from Jowat Adhesives in Archdale. Don had a great work ethic and was known as a very honest man. He was a loving husband and a wonderful father and grandfather. Don’s grandchildren were his pride and joy. Don is survived by his wife of 41 years, Teresa Phillips Weaver of the home; sons, Donald Lee Weaver, Jr. (Alicia) of Riegelwood, Adam Neil Weaver of Asheboro; grandchildren, Daman Branor Weaver, Maelyn Rose Weaver; mother, Jessie Mae Wright Weaver of Asheboro; brothers, Jim Weaver, Jr. (Margaret) of Asheboro, Van Weaver (Loretta) of Asheboro; and sister, Wanda Weaver (John Painter) of Virginia.

Harvey Lee Greene Jr.

January 5, 1942 — May 7, 2022

James "Jim" Martin Campbell, Jr.

Flora May Salsgiver Smith

January 1, 1939 — May 6, 2022

January 12, 1933 — May 3, 2022

James "Jim" Martin Campbell, Jr., age 83, of Asheboro went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 6, 2022 at Randolph Hospice House. He was born on January 1, 1939 in Guilford County to James and Mary Campbell. Jim started his successful business career as a salesman for furniture and then for the Charles Chip Company. In addition he was the retired owner/operator of Sew Special for 40 years with locations in Asheboro, Randleman and Denton. Jim was also an Army veteran. He was a member of New Salem United Methodist Church where he served on multiple committees through the years. He loved to give back to his community and was a board member of Randolph Hospital, First National Bank and Randolph Community College as well as an active member of the Randolph Rotary for many years. Jim loved spending time with good friends whether it was a fishing or a hunting trip. He enjoyed going to the beach and traveling to new destinations with his wife and friends. Jim never met a stranger and was always the encourager. Jim is survived by his wife of 61 years, Fay Ward Campbell; daughters, Anita Peterson and husband Paul of Asheboro, Rhonda Apple and husband Chris of Trinity; grandchildren, Alicia and Justin Peterson, Aidan, Connor and Ava Apple; brother, David Campbell and wife Joyce of Randleman.

Flora May Salsgiver Smith, age 89, of Sophia passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at her home. Mrs. Smith was born in the coal mining town of Beccaria, PA on January 12, 1933 to Earl and Anna Nevling Salsgiver. Flora served her country in the U.S. Army and was a former HR Director. She was a very active member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church where she taught an Adult Education class. Flora loved to volunteer, was an educator and an encourager with a gentle spirit. She was very generous with her time and love, kind, and self-sacrificing. She was a loving wife, awesome mom, and a wonderful grandmother and great grandmother. Flora was a former Jeopardy contestant and an avid reader. In addition to her parents, Flora was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Smith, brother, Ed Salsgiver, and sister, Mary Harrison. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Murray and husband Donald of Sophia and Mary Kay Klim and husband Vince of Hillsboro, NJ; son, Gary Smith and wife Alice of Melrose, MA; grandchildren, Aaron Murray and wife Laura, Correen Dean and husband David, Daniel Klim and wife Claire, Chris Brandt and husband Mike, Marlena Smith Millman and wife Mills and Patrick Smith; great grandchildren, Kieran, Connor, Justin, Brandon, Lydia and Kevin.

Pamela Morehouse Kidd

Vicki Lynn York Mackler

Harvey Lee Greene Jr., age 80, of Sneads Ferry, passed away on May May 5, 2022 — May 5, 2022 7, 2022. Harvey was born in Randolph Pamela Morehouse Kidd, 70, of County on January 5, 1942 to Harvey Siler City, lost her battle with cancer Lee and Margaret Miller Greene on May 5, 2022. Sr. Harvey grew up and raised his Pamela was born in Glens Falls, family in Star. He spent his adult life New York, on May 28, 1951 to Roger working in hosiery mills and built his Frank and Catherine Ann Beswick own business (Eastmon Hosiery in Morehouse. Biscoe, NC) in the late 1980's where Ms. Kidd was of the Baptist faith, he worked until he retired in 1997 and was an LPN with Randolph and sold the business. He enjoyed deep sea fishing and after retirement Hospital for many years. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, gardening, reading, he moved to Sneads Ferry where he playing computer games, putting had a charter boat business as well as a pottery business. Later in life he together puzzles, and traveling. In addition to her parents, Pamela is got into RVing and bought a home preceded in death by her infant son in Port St. Lucie, Florida where he Lucas Kidd. resided for 10 years before returning She is survived by her sons: James to Sneads Ferry. Kidd and wife Connie of Siler City, In addition to his parents, Harvey Justin Kidd and wife Brittany of was preceded in death by his first Swannanoa, NC; six grandchildren: wife June Nance Greene and Lucy, Leah, Steven, Dillon, Hailey brothers Leonard Greene and Jack and Bralyn Kidd; brother: Wayne Greene. Morehouse of Glens Falls NY; sister: He is survived by his wife, Betty Susan Stickney of Ballston Spa, NY; WEDNESDAY Holt Greene of the home; sons and multiple nieces and nephews. Rodney Greene (Michelle) of Star; Todd Greene (Rocio) of Charlotte and grandchildren, Nickolas Greene, Ashlee Greene, Elizabeth Greene and Victoria Greene.

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Robert Bruce (Bob) McKinley

July 10, 1929 — May 4, 2022

Vera Pauline Chriscoe Beane, age 92, of Randleman passed away on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at her home. Mrs. Beane was born in Randleman to parents Everett and Mabel Yow Chriscoe (Odom). She was a faithful member of Randleman Church of God for 67 years where she taught Sunday school and worked untold hours with the “willing workers” and many other areas of the church. She was known for her love and giving to others. You could always depend on her for help. She loved God, her family, her church, and many others. Vera had a green thumb, planting flowers and veggies and nurturing them while watching them grow and sharing them with others. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Peter Beane; Son in Law, H.T. Grove; Son, Eddie Chriscoe; Grandsons, Roger Fausnett and Donald Grove; and Granddaughter, Heather Chriscoe; and siblings, Norman and Thurman Chriscoe, Viola Shelton, and Doris Keeling. She was survived by her daughters, Alice Grove of Franklinville and Lucille Brady (Bo) of Randleman and son, Jimmy Chriscoe (Teresa) of Asheboro; Grandchildren, Henry Lee Fausnett (Michelle), Nora Frazier (Fiance, Tait Absher), Sharon Leonard (Steve), Jim Chriscoe, Emily Carvello (Joey), Jennifer McNeely (Billie), and Pamela (Jason); 20 Great Grandchildren; 20 Great Great Grandchildren; Siblings, Mary Black, Susie Singleton, Glenn Chriscoe, and James Chriscoe.

April 9, 1925 — May 2, 2022

Robert Bruce (Bob) McKinley, 97, of Siler City died peacefully on May 2, 2022 at his home. Born April 9, 1925 in College Springs, IA, he was one of six children of Ira L. and Mary G. McKinley Bob was a US Navy Veteran and a 1946 graduate of Northwestern University, where he played on the football team. His career included executive positions at Sears Roebuck & Co. in Chicago and New York City, followed by Kellwood Company in Siler City and Hosiery Corporation of America in Bensalem, PA. He was a farmer at heart, loving working on his farm as well as playing golf and family gatherings, especially in Pinehurst. He attended The Masters 50 years in a row. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy J. McKinley, his parents, his granddaughter, Robin Kate Perry, brothers Harold and Joe McKinley and sisters Margaret Carter and Martha McCleary. Survivors include his wife Barbara, daughters Robin J. Perry and husband Rick, of Salisbury, NC and Cynthia A. Dameron and husband Ron of Siler City; five grandchildren: Russell (Elizabeth) Perry of Littleton, CO, Raegan P. (Corey) Anderson of Rock Hill, SC, Raelynn K. Perry of Charlotte, NC, Jennifer J. (Tyler) Bridges of Siler City and Ali Dameron of High Point, NC. Eight great-grandchildren: Rylee, Rhett and Ranger Perry, Benton, Baylor and Bear Anderson; and Carter and Lawson Bridges. He is also survived by his brother, Donald P. McKinley of Quincy, IL and 18 nieces and nephews.

May 28, 1947 — May 3, 2022 Vicki Lynn York Mackler, age 74, of Baltimore, MD passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Ms. Mackler was born in Randolph County, NC on May 28, 1947 to Oris and Arta York. She was a graduate of Asheboro High School Class of 1965 and UNC-Chapel Hill. Vicki was retired and was a former CPA and Realtor. She was very active, enjoying exercise, golf, and tennis. Vicki loved all animals, but especially her cats. She is survived by her daughter, Amanda Mackler of Charleston, SC; sister, Barbara Craven of Ramseur; nieces, Gina Gibson (Mark) of Greensboro and Sherry Gaster (Michael) of Asheboro; great nephews, Aaron and Drew Gibson; and great niece, Michaela Gaster.

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Pernell Garrison

April 14, 1937 - May 2, 2022

May 30, 1938 — May 2, 2022 Hesther Pernell Garrison, age 83, of Matthews, passed away on May 2, 2022 at her home. Pernell was born on May 30, 1938 in Moore County to Clegg and Hesther Monroe Kearns. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Charles Garrison. She is survived by her daughters Carla Garrison of Matthews and Dawn Deckard (Dan) of Charlotte. Granddaughter Danielle Deckard of Lakeland, FL.

Carl Grady Barfield, Jr., 85, of Asheboro, passed away Monday, May 2, 2022, at The Randolph Hospice House in Asheboro. A native of Columbus County, NC, Mr. Barfield was born on April 14, 1937. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and he was an active member of Cross Road Baptist Church. Mr. Barfield loved antique shopping. Mr. Barfield was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Barfield, Sr. and Cora Fairfax Barfield; and four brothers. He is survived by his daughter; Kelly Tyson (Earl) of Woodruff, SC; son, Bobby Barfield (Cindy) of Norwood, NC; four grandchildren, Eric, Ashley, Dakota, Macy; two great grandchildren; Trace, Cheyenne; and two loving sisters, Mildred Cooper and Dorothy Comer.

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Abortion adds to Biden’s stalled to-do list By Chris Megerian The Associated Press WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Joe Biden’s list of impossible tasks keeps getting longer. Despite lofty promises he’s made, from the campaign trail through his first year in office, he has made limited progress to enact his party’s agenda. It’s a disorienting and discouraging state of affairs for Democrats, who control both Congress and the White House for the first time in more than a decade. Biden’s pledge to codify Roe v. Wade into law seems destined for the same rocky shoals where other parts of his agenda, like tax credits for clean energy or legislation that would preempt state voting restrictions, have already run aground. Perhaps the most succinct explanation came from Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., earlier this week. “We’re stuck,” she said. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has scheduled a vote on abortion for Wednesday, but it’s almost certain to fail. Republicans are united in opposition, and a handful of Democrats may not support it either. The impasse is forcing the White House to reopen its backup playbook — scrounging for ways to make a difference through executive action or regulatory steps while criticizing Republicans for the lack of broader action. “The White House is under enormous pressure to be more forceful and vocal,” said Lawrence Gostin, who runs the O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health at Georgetown Law. But Gostin, who is advising administration officials on next steps, said, “Biden needs to stick with winnable battles” by focus-

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President Joe Biden walks to board Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, Friday, May 6, 2022, in Washington, D.C. ing on “low hanging fruit.” One of those ideas involves making abortion medication more accessible by mail. The Food and Drug Administration has already eliminated the requirement to pick up the pills in person, and Gostin said the practice will need an aggressive defense as it faces conservative attacks. The Justice Department has already gone to court over abortion access, suing Texas last year in an effort to stop a law that would ban most abortions. Another concept, Gostin said, would be allowing Medicaid to pay for travel if a woman can’t

get an abortion in her own state. Such a plan might run afoul of the Hyde Amendment, which bans federal funding for abortions, so it would require careful wording. For example, the policy could say Medicaid would pay for travel for authorized medical treatment if it’s not legal where the patient lives — making no mention of abortion. None of these proposals are foolproof, and they will likely face Republican challenges in the courts or through legislation. These kinds of administrative steps are similar to what Biden has done when other initiatives

have stalled on Capitol Hill. “The president is incredibly proud of what he’s already accomplished in 15 months of his presidency,” White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Friday. Asked about Biden’s struggles on Capitol Hill, Psaki pointed to his long experience as a senator. “He knows and understands it sometimes takes more time than he would like to get your agenda forward,” she said. However, abortion stirs even greater passions than other issues across the political spectrum, and frustration about inaction is bubbling up.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who wants his state to become a refuge for people seeking abortions, said this week that Democrats are falling short. “Where the hell is my party?” he said. Abortion opponents are winning, Newsom added. “We need to stand up. Where’s the counteroffensive?” Democrats seem likely to lose control of Congress in the November elections, especially with Biden’s sagging approval ratings. However, some hope that the Supreme Court decision will fire up their voters. “What you’re looking for in politics is an opportunity,” said Cornell Belcher, a Democratic pollster. “There’s an opportunity that wasn’t there before this came out.” Michael Beschloss, a presidential historian, compared Biden’s situation to President Harry Truman, who was floundering as he ran for reelection in 1948. He turned his campaign into an indictment of a “do-nothing Congress,” which was controlled by Republicans at the time, and he managed to pull off a narrow victory. The goal, Beschloss said, is to “take a bad hand and play it perfectly.” Biden is trying a similar tack ahead of the midterms, escalating his criticism of other Republican proposals. He repeatedly points to a blueprint from the National Republican Senatorial Committee that would increase taxes on people at the lower end of the income scale and force federal programs like Social Security to be reauthorized every five years. “I’ve offered a different plan — a plan rooted in American values of fairness and decency,” Biden said last week.

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Over 1,300 ballots cast in one-stop voting Over 1,300 voters have cast their ballots since the early voting period opened on April 28 in Stanly County. Of those, over 800 have been registered Republicans, with nearly 400 unaffiliated and just over 100 for Democrats. Nearly 63% of the early vote totals have come at the Stanly County Board of Elections office in Albemarle. Early voting continues through Saturday, May 14 and Election Day is next Tuesday, May 17. PHOTO VIA KANNAPOLIS CANNON BALLERS

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Albemarle will host a gun show over the weekend at the Stanly County Fairgrounds. The 6 Shooters Gun Show will take place on May 14 and 15. Tables for display and sale of items are available at $60 each. Children under 12 are free and adults can get in for a $7 admission fee. 6 Shooters will host another show the following weekend in Gastonia.

Local bail bondsman arrested Stanly County bail bondsman Barry Lang Page, of Norwood, was arrested on May 2 on charges of Felony Obstruction of Justice, Felony Intimidating a Witness and misdemeanor failure to return bond premium. Page was released on a $5,000 unsecured bond and his next court date is scheduled for May 31 in Stanly County District Court. Page has held a bonding license since 2004 from the Department of Insurance.

Kelly steps down as CEO of Tepper Sports and Entertainment Nick Kelly has stepped down chief executive office of Tepper Sports & Entertainment after just three months on the job. Kelly helped with the successful launch of Charlotte FC Major League Soccer club as team president before taking on the role of CEO overseeing soccer and the NFL’s Carolina Panthers in February as part of a major realignment in the front office. Kelly’s resignation comes as the Panthers remain in a stalemate with City of Rock Hill officials over funding for team’s new headquarters across the border in South Carolina.

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Fans celebrate Mother’s Day at Atrium Health Park during a game featuring the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers on Sunday, May 8.

Stanly County Schools scores high in internationally recognized accreditation Supplemental payments to be made by May 31 By Ryan Henkel Stanly County Journal ALBEMARLE — The Stanly County Board of Education met on Tuesday, May 3 with its final accreditation report as well as updates on supplemental play and grant proposals on the agenda. Dr. Amy Blake-Lewis, the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, presented to the board the final accreditation report from Cognia, a non-profit organization that accredits primary and secondary schools, for the 2022 cycle. “Cognia rates a school system on 31 indicators and each indicator can be assigned a rating in three different areas,” Dr. Blake-Lewis said. “When we look

at Stanly County, we had one indicator that was rated at Initiative (the lowest rating), 25 that were rated at Improve (the middle rating) and five that were rated at the level of Impact (the highest rating). Overall, this was a very good report and excellent feedback from Cognia.” The school district was also given an overall accreditation score by Cognia. “The average score for district accreditation falls between 260 and 280 points on a 400-point scale and our last accreditation score in 2017 was 260.57,” Dr. Blake-Lewis said. “I’m very pleased to report that our score for the 2022 cycle was 314.84, an increase of 54.27.” The three areas that Cognia recommended for Stanly County Schools to focus on were to formalize the data collection process, develop processes for how to review, modify and make im-

North Stanly teacher and student named to annual Bezos Scholars list By Jesse Deal Stanly County Journal ALBEMARLE — On May 9, the Bezos Scholar Program announced that two Stanly County residents and representatives of North Stanly High School — educator Tina H. Carter and student Abigail Wahl — have been included as members of its 2022 Scholars list. Each year, the leadership development program funded by the Bezos Family Foundation undergoes a national search for 17 juniors from the U.S. and Africa, along with educators from each of their schools, to select as Bezos Scholars. The cost-free program provides leadership training, college advising, and enacts commu-

nity change projects individualized to each participant. Carter, a CTE drafting architecture and engineering teacher at North Stanly, is a member of the Go Global NC Teachers Program and has been awarded as a threetime Stanly County Schools Teacher of the Year. “I am honored and excited to connect with Scholars in an inclusive environment that promotes curiosity and challenges thinking, which will transcend to positive change in our communities,” she wrote in a media release accompanied by the program’s announcement. According to her Scholars profile, Carter was active when the pandemic began as she engaged local businesses to help fund a proj-

provements to existing programs and implement the teacher evaluation process with greater fidelity. The board also reported that Stanly County Schools was not awarded any grants from the Needs Based Public Schools Capital Funds. The board had approved the application for four grants for four separate projects last month for building renovations at East Albemarle Elementary, West Stanly Middle, Endy Elementary and West Stanly High. “We didn’t receive any of the grant funding,” said board member, Dr. Rufus Lefler. “I think some of the schools in Anson and Montgomery County did, but it was low-income funding, so we didn’t get any. We will have a meeting in the next month and make our long-term plan for our facilities and we will be applying next year for a grant and hopeful-

ect where she worked from home to 3D print face shields and donate them to front-line workers. Wahl, a North Stanly junior and attorney for a local Teen Court Program, was selected in conjunction with Carter and honored for her academic achievements that led her to score in the 98th percentile on the SAT and ACT. “I am excited to connect with other people and share experiences I would otherwise not be able to access,” Wahl stated in her Scholars profile, adding that she is passionate about facing the challenges of reading comprehension in elementary-aged children while also increasing the appreciation for literary arts. She is also currently on the third draft of what she hopes to be her debut novel. For each member, the yearly Bezos Scholar program dedicates between eight and 20 monthly hours on program-related activities such as virtual workshops and assignments where a community-based team is enacted to pursue a community change project. Since 2005, the program has successfully created 188 of those proj-

ly we’ll get some of the funding next year.” The board then approved the use of PRC funds for supplements to pay for all eligible and certified staff on payroll. “We will provide, per our budget and the funds provided by the state, $1,100 for teachers and certified instructional personnel,” said board member Dustin Lisk. The payments will be made on or before May 31. The board also approved a new AIG Plan that will be in effect from 2022-2025. The plans are reviewed and amended every three years. The plan for 2022-25 featured three priorities: equitable services to ensure that students have equitable access to AIG services across the district, growing partnership opportunities such as with Pfeiffer University to obtain See SCS, page 2

“I am honored and excited to connect with Scholars in an inclusive environment that promotes curiosity and challenges thinking, which will transcend to positive change in our communities.” North Stanly HS teacher Tina Carter ects with the assistance of the 435 Bezos Scholars alumni around the world. Additionally, Scholars are granted a cost-free trip to the Aspen Ideas Festival in Aspen, Colorado, for a full week in June. For over 60 years, the Aspen Institute has been a national gathering place for leaders to engage a broader audience in a discussion of the arts, science, culture, religion, philosophy, economics, and politics.

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Another North Carolina beach house falls along the coast The Associated Press RODANTHE — Another beach house has fallen into the waves along North Carolina’s coast and more are in danger of collapsing, U.S. National Park Service officials said in a statement Tuesday. The unoccupied home that collapsed was located along Ocean Drive in the Outer Banks community of Rodanthe. The park service confirmed the collapse Tuesday and has closed off the

area and warned that additional homes in the area may fall too. Debris from the fallen house is spreading widely. Officials from the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, which is part of the park service, said they will be working closely with the homeowner to coordinate cleanup activities. This is the second time a home has fallen into the surf this year. A house in Rodanthe collapsed in February and spread debris across many miles of beaches before the homeowner and volun-

teers were able to clean most of it up. However, clean up efforts for smaller pieces of debris continues. “Unfortunately, there may be more houses that collapse onto Seashore beaches in the near future,” David Hallac, superintendent of National Parks of Eastern North Carolina, said in a statement. “We proactively reached out to homeowners along Ocean Drive in Rodanthe after the first house collapse and recommended that actions be taken to prevent

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collapse and impacts to Cape Hatteras National Seashore.” North Carolina’s coast is almost entirely made up of narrow, low-lying barrier islands. Hatteras Island is part of what’s known as the Outer Banks. Hundreds of pricey vacation homes have been built there in places where experts say they probably should not have been. The islands are particularly vulnerable to storm surges and to being washed over from both sides. Development only makes the problem worse because communities replenish shorelines that are eroding or have been depleted by storms. As sea levels rise, barrier islands typically move toward the mainland over long periods of time. Holding them in place by artificial means only makes them more vulnerable.

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This photo provided by National Park Service shows a beach house collapsing along North Carolina’s Outer Banks on Tuesday, May 10, 2022.

Generally, comparable electric vehicles are even more expensive than gasoline-fueled ones, though charging the battery is typically much cheaper. All is not necessarily lost. There are steps you can take to make an old car, truck or SUV perform better, go farther and perhaps save some money on fuel: — Make sure there’s enough air in the tires. Underinflated tires create more rolling resistance with the pavement, thereby reducing gas mileage. Inflate your tires to

the pressure recommended on the inside of your driver’s side door. Check them periodically with a tire pressure gauge. “Typically, your gas mileage is going to be impacted by about 5% to 10% if you don’t have proper inflation,” said David Bennett, manager of repair systems for AAA. But don’t over-inflate. Doing so could cause tires to wear out more quickly. — Properly maintain your vehicle. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for oil and other fluid changes and for replac-

ing air and other filters. Replacing spark plugs at the proper intervals can help, too. “The vehicle is going to operate at its peak efficiency” with good maintenance, Bennett said. It will cost between $235 and $289 for new spark plugs on, say, a 10-year-old Ford F-150 pickup with a 4.6-liter V8, according to Repairpal.com. — Watch your speed. AAA says fuel economy peaks around 50 miles per hour on most vehicles, then drops as speed rises. Reducing highway speeds by 5 mph to 10 mph improves gas mileage by up to 14%. — Plan your route in advance. Try to minimize backtracking. Do multiple tasks on each trip. Avoid rush hours and other peak travel times. — Don’t idle too much. An engine burns one-quarter to a half-gallon of gas per hour when idling, but a warm engine needs only around 10 seconds worth of fuel to restart, according to AAA. So when safely possible, shut your engine off if you’ll be stopped for more than a minute. Many new vehicles do this on their own. Bennett says owners shouldn’t disable their new “stop-start” system. — Coast to stop lights. Time your travel to keep rolling and avoid unnecessary stops. Cars consume a lot of fuel to get moving from a dead stop. — Fill up with gasoline designated as “Top Tier.” Oil companies put additives in Top Tier gas that cuts carbon deposits. “As you start getting carbon buildup, the vehicle will not be running as efficiently,” Bennett said. Gasoline brands with the additives have stickers on the pumps.

typically be in a typical year simply because our identification the past year was thrown off with not having AIG scores. So, AIG teachers have worked tremendously this year to revisit what identification looks like so we don’t cancel those kids out and not give them that chance.” The board gave recognition to Vice-Chair, Carla Poplin, who was named to the North Carolina School Board Association Legis-

lative Committee. “These individuals will do the work that leads to the adoption of the association’s agenda,” said Chairwomen, Glenda Gibson. “Committee members will review ongoing legislative activity and provide guidance to the Board of Directors on legislative matters. This year’s legislative committee is composed of a subset of NCSBA Board of Directors and ten atlarge school board members who

were nominated by their school board and appointed by the NCSBA president. The committee will meet late this year and their members will serve a two-year term.” Superintendent Dr. Jarrod Dennis also reported that the preliminary audit report for the district, which began last week, suggested no ill findings with the district’s finances at the time. The Stanly County Board of Education will next meet June 7.

As gas prices hit record, here’s how to get better mileage The Associated Press DETROIT — The dollars-andcents counter on the gas pump seems to be spinning faster these days with U.S. prices hitting another record high on Tuesday. The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded hit $4.37, according to AAA, 17 cents higher than just a week ago. Last year at this time it was just $2.97 per gallon. Crude oil prices already were high largely because many countries are refusing to buy Russian oil due to the invasion of Ukraine. And now we’re heading into peak driving season and demand is up. That means the cost to pump 15 gallons into a vehicle is now a whopping $65.55. Four fill-ups per month would cost more than $260, a big chunk out of just about anyone’s budget. With gas prices that high, owners may be thinking about replacing their older vehicles with something more efficient. But that may not be cost effective. The global shortage of computer chips and other parts has cut into production of new vehicles, driving prices up. That sent many people into the used car market, also pushing up prices. The average used vehicle cost $31,218 last month. The average new one? $45,341, according to Edmunds.com.

SCS from page 1 teacher licensure and inclusive identification to strengthen practices to identify underrepresented populations. “Typically, between 12 to 12.5% of our students are identified as intelligently or academically gifted,” said Lynn Plummer, Director of Elementary Education and AIG. “Right now, we’re probably a little lower than what we’d

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Gasoline prices are displayed at a gas station in Vernon Hills, Ill., Friday, April 1, 2022.

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Former Michigan State star Payne shot, killed Orlando, Fla. Former Michigan State basketball standout and NBA player Adreian Payne has died in a shooting. He was 31. The sheriff’s office in Orange County, Florida, said deputies responded to a shooting Monday morning when Payne was identified and taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Lawrence Dority was present at the scene, according to the sherriff’s office. The 29-yearold Dority was arrested on a first-degree murder warrant after homicide detectives interviewed him. Payne played in 107 NBA games, averaging four points and three rebounds, over four seasons with the Atlanta Hawks, Minnesota Timberwolves and Orlando Magic. AP PHOTO

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Suns’ Williams voted NBA’s top coach Phoenix Monty Williams has won NBA Coach of the Year after leading the Phoenix Suns to a franchise-record 64 wins during the regular season. The Suns were the NBA’s best team by far during the regular season, finishing with eight more wins than any other team. Williams joins Cotton Fitzsimmons (1988-89) and Mike D’Antoni (2004-05) as coaches who have won the award with the Suns. The runner-up to New York’s Tom Thibodeau last season, Williams was the runaway winner this time. He received 81 of 100 first-place votes from a global panel of 100 sportswriters and broadcasters, finishing with 458 points.

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Robinson likely to miss World Cup with Achilles injury Atlanta Atlanta United defender Miles Robinson will likely miss the World Cup for the United States after rupturing the Achilles tendon in his left leg during an MLS game. The team announced that Robinson would undergo surgery Monday after an MRI confirmed the worstcase scenario. Robinson was injured in the first half of a 4-1 win over Chicago Fire. The 25-year-old central defender was carried off the field on a stretcher. He faces a lengthy recovery period that probably will cost him a roster spot at the World Cup. The Americans open the tournament in Qatar on Nov. 21.

Joey Logano reacts in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series race at Darlington Raceway on Sunday.

Logano, who started from the pole, had one of the strongest cars all day and was in front coming out of the pits before a restart with 25 laps left. But Byron, who started low, forced Logano into the wall and out of the lead. “If someone’s going to be willing to do that to you, then the gloves are off,” Logano said. Byron was not happy with the maneuver, calling Logano an “idiot” and a “moron” who has raced others questionably throughout his career. The fans at Darlington let the Team Penske driver know what they thought, booing the 2018 NASCAR champion when he got out of his car. “I’ve been called a lot of things, a lot worse than moron,” Logano said. Byron, who signed a contract

He can’t win a race, so he does it that way.” William Byron on being taken out by winner Joey Logano extension with Hendrick Motorsports, seemed as if he’d keep up his team’s dominant season over the final laps. Instead, Logano broke a 40-race winless drought. Tyler Reddick was second followed by Justin Haley, Kevin Harvick and Chase Elliott. Byron fell to 13th. He said the restart was just close racing and didn’t deserve a hard hit on the rear bumper so close to the end. “He slammed me so hard, it knocked all the right side off the car and sent me into the corner,”

Byron said. “He’s just a moron. He can’t win a race, so he does it that way.” Logano led 108 of the 293 laps and reached Victory Lane for the first time since winning on the dirt at Bristol in 2021. It was the first time the new Next Gen car was took on NASCAR’s oldest superspeedway and the results were mixed. The racing was strong, although several of the top competitors didn’t last to the end. Reigning NASCAR champion Kyle Larson was out with engine failure after 112 laps. Past champions Kyle Busch and Brad Keselowski were also out well before the finish. The series moves to Kansas Speedway, where Kyle Busch is the event’s defending champion. Kyle Larson won the October race in Kansas.

NCAA clarifies compensation rules but is crackdown likely? ‘Collectives’ have further blurred the lines of NIL deals, leading to the possibility of tightened oversight The Associated Press ELEVEN MONTHS after the NCAA lifted most of its restrictions against athletes cashing in on their fame, college sports leaders are trying to send a warning to schools and boosters it believes have crossed a line: There are still rules here and they will be enforced. But following last year’s Supreme Court ruling against the NCAA in an antitrust case, is a crackdown on so-called collectives brokering name, image and likeness deals still likely — or even possible? “I didn’t think (the NCAA) would not try at some point,” said Maddie Salamone, a sports attorney and former Duke lacrosse player. “That’s why many attorneys have been kind of giving cautious advice in terms of what is and is not allowed. Especially when it comes to collectives and different NIL deals.” The NCAA’s Division I Board of Directors on Monday approved guidance developed by a group of college sports administrators, clarifying the types of NIL payments and booster involvement that should be considered recruiting violations. “Specifically, the guidance defines as a booster any third-party entity that promotes an athletics program, assists with recruiting or assists with providing benefits to recruits, enrolled student-athletes or their family members,” the NCAA release said. “The definition could include ‘collectives’ set up to funnel name, image and likeness deals to prospective student-athletes or enrolled student-athletes

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Miami's Isaiah Wong, left, drew attention when he threatened to transfer if he didn't receive a better name, image and likeness deal. The NCAA has moved toward enforcing vague rules about how NIL works due to "collectives" that could be committing recruiting violations. who might be considering transferring.” The NCAA added a reminder: Recruiting rules bar boosters from recruiting or providing benefits to prospects. The guidance is effective immediately. NCAA enforcement staff was directed to look for possible violations that might have occurred before May 9, 2022, but “pursue only those actions that clearly are contrary to the published interim policy, including the most severe violations of recruiting rules or payment for athletics performance.” The NCAA neither changed its rules nor created new ones. “I don’t think they’re even necessarily clarifying the rules,” said attorney Darren Heitner, who helped

craft Florida’s NIL law. “My understanding is this is just certain individuals who have made up a working committee deciding that after almost 11 months we want to enforce our rules.” The rise of booster-funded collectives prompted the board in February to ask the DI Council to review the NCAA’s interim NIL policy. The concern among many in college sports has been that payments from collectives are being made to high school recruits and to college athletes in hopes of getting them to transfer to a particular school. “Some things look very much like pay-for-play,” Salamone said. “There are rules on the books within the NCAA around boosters. The

fact that the NCAA has been hesitant to enforce anything I think has emboldened a lot of people around this issue to be a little bit more obvious.” Last year, the NCAA removed its longstanding ban against athletes earning money from sponsorship and endorsements deals. The NCAA did not ban boosters from being involved in NIL activity. However, without detailed NCAA rules and with state-level NIL laws differing across the country, it left both schools and the association struggling to determine what activities were impermissible. Some state laws also prohibit boosters from engaging with recruits, but there has been little appetite for enforcement of those laws.

Stanly County Journal for Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Alvarez faces questions after Stanly baseball, first loss in nearly a decade softball teams qualify for state playoffs

Dmitry Bivol won a unanimous decision on Saturday in Las Vegas

The tournaments started Monday, and champions will be crowned June 3

By Tim Dahlberg The Associated Press LAS VEGAS — Canelo Alvarez paused on his way to the ring to pose with his right fist high in the air, basking in the adulation of thousands of his frenzied fans expecting nothing more on this Cinco de Mayo weekend than another big win by a fighter already considered one of Mexico’s alltime greats. He left 12 rounds later with his first loss in nine years, seemingly as stunned by the unexpected outcome as the sold-out crowd that came to watch. Dmitry Bivol didn’t just beat Alvarez Saturday night at the T-Mobile Arena on the glittering Strip. He gave him a beating in a light heavyweight fight that wasn’t nearly as close as the identical 115-113 cards turned in by the three ringside judges. And now the questions begin. Did Alvarez take too big of a risk moving up to 175 pounds to take on a tough champion in Bivol? Did the loss to the Russian damage the legacy Alvarez has built in the last decade along with his status as the best pound-forpound fighter in the world? And, perhaps more importantly, what becomes of his third fight with Gennadiy Golovkin, a long-awaited mega bout that now surely won’t be happening in September as planned, if at all? No, one bad night may not wreck Alvarez’s career. He has accomplished way too much for that. But after perhaps his worst outing as a pro, there’s work to be done before he’s talked about in such elevated terms again. “You have to expect it. It is

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Dmitry Bivol, right, connects with a punch to Canelo Alvarez during his unanimous decision win in their light heavyweight title match on Saturday in Las Vegas.

“It is boxing. No excuses.” Canelo Alvarez boxing. No excuses,” said Alvarez, who hadn’t lost in 16 fights since dropping a decision in 2013 to Floyd Mayweather Jr. “I lost today and he won. He’s a really good fighter.” Bivol was more than that on this night. He was a bigger, slicker fighter who did what Alvarez usually does to his opponents — impose his will on the man across the ring from him. A 5-1 underdog despite being an undefeated champion, Bivol consistently beat Alvarez to the punch and wasn’t afraid to trade inside with him. He was credited with landing 152 punches to

just 85 for Alvarez, and out landed him in every round. “We talked going into this fight how good Dmitry Bivol is, how tough this fight was and it was a punch-perfect performance,” said Eddie Hearn, who promotes Alvarez. “He had to box exactly the way he did to win the fight. Did Canelo look a little bit flat? Did he look tired? I think it was the brilliance of Dmitry Bivol.” Alvarez admitted in the week before the fight that he was taking a big chance against Bivol but wanted fights that challenged him. Acutely aware of his legacy — particularly in Mexico — he was confident he could wear Bivol down over the course of the fight. Instead, it was Alvarez who was marked up and looked the worse for wear when the bell sounded to end the final round.

naments completed, state playoffs are already underway. The first round took place on May 10, and five of the eight opening-round games for the Stanly teams took By Jesse Deal place at home. The second Stanly County Journal round is May 13, and the ALBEMARLE — There is tournaments culminate on no shortage of Stanly County June 3 with the championrepresentation in this year’s ship games. On the baseball field, No. 13 high school baseball and softHayesville (10-4, 8-4 Smoky ball state playoffs. On May 8, the North Car- Mountain) hosted No. 20 South Stanly (10olina High School 4, 8-4), and No. 12 Athletic AssociaChrist the King tion revealed its state (7-9, 3-7 Catawtournament brackba Shores) hosted ets for both baseNo. 21 Gray Stone ball and softball, and (6-11, 0-10 YVC) in the teams from West Stanly, North StanConsecutive the 1A bracket. In the 2A brackly, South Stanly and wins by South et, No. 2 North Gray Stone all qualified for both tourna- Stanly softball Stanly hosted No. 31 Bunker Hill ments. against (12-11, 9-5 CatawA few days before Yadkin Valley ba Valley), while the announcement, Rocky River Contwo Stanly teams Conference ference runner-up played for a Yadkin opponents No. 8 West Stanly Valley Conference (20-6, 13-2) hosttournament champied No. 25 Mount onship, but only one Pleasant. emerged with a title. On the softball field, reignHosted in Norwood, the top-seeded South Stanly ing state champion and No. 1 Bulls’ softball team (22-3, 10- seed South Stanly hosted No. 0) pulled out a 7-0 win over 32 Andrews (3-16, 1-11 Smoky the second-seeded Mount Mountain) in the 1A brackPleasant Tigers (14-8, 7-3). et. The Bulls were joined by The top-seeded North Stanly No. 15 Gray Stone, who hostComets’ baseball team (21-2, ed No. 18 Elkin (11-10, 2-8 10-0), meanwhile, suffered a Northwest). In the 2A bracket, No. 2 2-1 loss to the second-seeded Tigers (10-10, 5-5). The Bulls West Stanly hosted No. 31 cruised to their fifth straight Wheatmore (8-12, 2-10 Piedconference championship on mont Athletic), while No. 11 a hot streak that added up to West Davidson (13-11, 12-1 64 consecutive wins against Central Carolina) hosted No. 21 North Stanly (11-8, 4-6 YVC opponents. With the conference tour- YVC).

The Phoenix Mercury’s Skylar DigginsSmith wears a T-shirt referring to teammate Brittney Griner as she is introduced before a WNBA game last Friday in Phoenix. Griner has been detained in Russia since Feb. 17 after authorities at the Moscow airport said they found vape cartridges that allegedly contained oil derived from cannabis in her luggage.

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As WNBA season starts, Griner still detained in Russia The Phoenix Mercury star was detained at a Moscow airport Feb. 17

The Associated Press PHOENIX — The purple-and-orange throng snaked its way through the maze of barricades that fill downtown Phoenix these days, excitement growing with each step toward the Footprint Center. Their voices, no longer drowned out by traffic and tractors, created the type of palpable buzz inside the arena that only a season opener can generate. Underneath flowed a current of fear and sorrow for the one person missing. Brittney Griner, a seven-time All-Star and key cog in two

trips to the WNBA Finals, was not with the Phoenix Mercury for their opener against the Las Vegas Aces Friday night. As the Mercury and the rest of the WNBA moved forward into the season, Griner nears the threemonth mark of her detention in Russia, with no timetable for her release. “It’s horrible what happened to her, knowing as well as some of us fans have gotten to know her,” said MJ Hill, a Mercury season-ticket holder since the WNBA’s first season in 1997 who wore a “Free BG” T-shirt. “She’s a kind and gentle person, and it’s horrible to think about where she is and what she’s going through.” Griner was detained Feb. 17 after authorities at the Moscow airport said they found vape cartridges that allegedly contained oil derived from cannabis in her

“The WNBA isn’t the WNBA without BG.” Seattle Storm forward Breanna Stewart on Brittney Griner luggage, which could carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. The Biden administration determined Griner is being wrongfully detained. A hearing in a Russian court is set for May 19. The WNBA and and U.S. officials have worked toward Griner’s release but have yet to make any headway with the Russian government. “There is not a day that goes by that I’m not working on this in some way, talking with a variety

of folks at the U.S. government, her agent, family, others who are experts in this area who can help us navigate a very complex and quite frankly, like I said at our draft, unimaginable situation,” WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said in Seattle. The WNBA and Mercury were at first reticent to say anything in fear of exacerbating Griner’s situation but have become more vocal as her detention has spanned longer. Several players have spoken out about Griner’s detention, including Seattle Storm forward Breanna Stewart, who has tweeted daily about her. “BG is on my mind every day,” Stewart said before the Storm’s game against the Minnesota Lynx Friday night. “You have these moments where you just can’t believe that she’s still in Russia wrongfully detained. Hoping we get

her home. The WNBA isn’t the WNBA without BG.” The WNBA is acknowledging Griner this season with a floor decal with “BG” and her No. 42 in all 12 arenas across the league as she continues to be detained. A 6-foot-9 center, Griner and WNBA career scoring leader Diana Taurasi have been the key players for a Mercury franchise that won the 2014 WNBA title and reached the final last season, losing to the Chicago Sky. Griner is a six-time All-Star, won consecutive WNBA Defensive Player of the Year awards in 2014-15 and is the most prolific dunker in WNBA history. A twotime gold medalist, she had one of the best seasons of her nine-year WNBA career in 2021, leading the WNBA in blocked shots while finishing second in scoring and sixth in rebounding.

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In this undated combination of photos shown are CVS, Walmart and Walgreens locations. to present testimony from doctors to discuss the harm suffered by those communities, the opioid crisis’ impact on child welfare and other county agencies, and an abatement plan created for the counties. “The jury sounded a bell that

should be heard through all pharmacies in America,” Mark Lanier, the lead attorney for the counties, said after November’s verdict. Across the U.S., many lawsuits filed by governments over the toll of the drugs have been resolved in recent years — most with settle-

ments, and some with judgments or verdicts in trials. So far, drug makers, distributors and pharmacies have agreed to settlements totaling well over $40 billion, according to an Associated Press tally. Trials are underway in courts

in West Virginia, Florida and California. A decision has not yet been issued after another trial last year in West Virginia. According to an April 25 court filing, the abatement plan created for Lake and Trumbull counties by Dr. Caleb Alexander of John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, “are reasonable and necessary to abate the public nuisance found by the jury.” The plan focuses on prevention, treatment, recovery and “measures intended to specifically address the needs of special populations who have been uniquely affected by the opioid epidemic,” the court filing said. Attorneys for Walgreens and Walmart argued in a court filing that the counties’ $878 million abatement plan should be limited to one year and not the minimum of five years the counties argue they need. One of the pharmacy chains’ experts has estimated the actual cost at $346 million while another expert said it’s less than $35 million, the filing said. Defense attorneys also argued that damage caused by other entities who contributed to the public nuisance of opioid addiction should be excluded from any amounts awarded by Polster and that those costs should be limited to the pharmacies’ “appropriate share of contribution to the nuisance.” Pharmacy chain Rite-Aid settled with the counties in early October before the start of trial. Pittsburgh-based Giant Eagle reached a settlement with the counties in late October after the trial started. There were nearly 500,000 deaths caused by legal and illegal opioids between 2000 and 2019, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.

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A Nuclear turbine is seen at the GE Steam Power System site in Belfort, eastern France, Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022. Oglethorpe Power Corp., which provides power to 38 cooperatives in Georgia, owns 30% of Vogtle. In March bumped up its cost projects by $250 million to $8.5 billion. The city of Dalton, which owns 1.6%, estimated its cost at $240 million in 2021. It hasn’t released a public update. The municipal utility in Jacksonville, Florida, as well as some other municipal utilities and cooperatives in Florida and Alabama are obligated to buy power from the plant.

ing amounts to the bills of Georgia Power’s 2.6 million customers. But Oglethorpe, MEAG and Dalton don’t have shareholders, meaning customers are fully exposed to overruns. Georgia Power’s customers, as well as some Oglethorpe customers, are already paying the costs of Vogtle. To protect themselves, the other owners signed an agreement with Georgia Power in 2018 specifying that if costs reach a certain point, the other owners can choose to freeze their costs at

that level. In exchange for paying more of the costs, Georgia Power would own a larger share of the reactors. Oglethorpe wants to freeze its costs at $8.1 billion, selling 2% of the reactor to Georgia Power in exchange for Georgia Power paying $400 million more in costs. MEAG also said Friday it wants to freeze its costs, but didn’t say how much it sought to shift to Georgia Power. Southern has acknowledged it will have to pay at least $440 million more to cover what would have been other owners’ costs, and has said another $460 million is in dispute. Georgia Power is disputing the cost threshold at which it must shoulder more of the burden and saying it shouldn’t have to pay the other owners’ share of extra costs stemming from COVID-19. The owners are in talks aimed at resolving their disagreements. “Cost sharing is imminent, however, until the parties reach agreement, Oglethorpe will continue to pay its full share of the construction costs as billed by Georgia Power, but will do so under contractual protest,” Oglethorpe CEO Mike Smith said in March. All the owners did vote to continue construction on Feb. 25. Also, the owners report that the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission in March completed a follow-up inspection of wiring problems at the third reactor and signed off that problems it identified in November had been fixed, returning the reactor to its less intensive baseline inspection regime.

Stanly County Journal for Wednesday, May 11, 2022

obituaries

Edith "Edie" (Dyar) Johnson

August 13, 1948 ~ May 9, 2022 Edith Lillian Johnson, 73, of Albemarle, passed away Monday, May 9, 2022. Edie was born August 13, 1948, in Georgia to the late Guy Welchel Dyar and the late Lillian Dyar. She was also preceded in death by brother, Steven Wallace Dyar. Edie attended Emory University where she earned her Masters degree and went on to become a certified Physicians Assistant. She worked at Albemarle Pediatrics where she enjoyed taking care of children. She also loved her time volunteering at the Guardian ad Litem. Survivors include adopted family, Jillian Scardina and Mandy Scardina of Albemarle, NC, Marcia T. Watson of Richfield, NC and Deborah Faulkner of Albemarle, NC. Memorials may be made to Guardian ad Litem at 201 S 2nd St, Albemarle, NC 28001.

Melville Smith

March 28, 1924 ~ May 7, 2022 Melville Ray Smith, 98, of Norwood, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2022 at his son’s home, after a month of declining health. Melville was born March 28, 1924 in Stanly County to the late Matthew and Cornelia Carpenter Smith. Melville proudly served his country in the US Navy during World War II. He was an active member of VFW Post 6183. Melville was a retiree of Stanly Fixtures where he was an installation and plastic room foreman. He attended Cedar Grove United Methodist Church. Melville loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He was a loving father and grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Helen Dennis Smith and second wife, Marge Roberts Smith; brothers, Lenox Smith, Robert Smith, Spencer Smith, Lawrence Smith and sisters, Annie Ruth Luther and Mary Kate Bowers. He is survived by his son, Gary Smith(Pam); granddaughters, Hailey Smith Tyson(Kurt) and Cortney Smith Molino(Dan); great granddaughters, Kinsley and Cohen Tyson all of Norwood; step daughters, Dawn “Didi” Harrison of Mount Gilead and Melanie Chandler of Gilbert, AZ; step grandchildren, Brian, Heather, Christopher, Peyton and Rachel.

Carol Lowder Hearne

July 3, 1938 ~ May 6, 2022 Carol Lowder Hearne, 83, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, May 6, 2022, at Spring Arbor in Albemarle. Carol was born July 3, 1938, in North Carolina to the late Roscoe James Lowder and the late Maiefield Miller Lowder. She was also preceded in death by husband, Otis Wade Hearne, and son, Gregory Steven Hearne. Survivors include sister, Jane Lowder Cooper of Albemarle, NC; three brothers; niece, Stephanie Cooper; nephew, Kevin Cooper (Hannah); and great-nephew, James Cooper. Carol has lived and worked her entire life in Stanly County. As a member of the 1956 graduating class of Albemarle High School, she began a full time job with the City of Albemarle. In October 1956 she married the love of her life, Otis Wade Hearne. In 1960 they became the parents of their only child, Gregory Steven Hearne. After retirement she enjoyed tending to the flowers and plants in her yard and house. She was born with a green thumb and a father who taught her how to care for many of her plants and flowers. Greg did not have any children so she "adopted" her niece and nephews as her own. They all love their Aunt Carol and learned much love about caring for plants and flowers from her. James refers to her as "My Carol". Collecting "things" was a passion of Carol's.

Barbara Britt

December 12, 1986 ~ May 3, 2022 Kyle Barrett Kepley 35 of Reidsville died Tuesday, May 3. 2022. Kyle was born December 12, 1986 in Stanly County to Jeff Kepley (Darlene) of Albemarle and Lisa Efird (Chip Frasure) of Reidsville. He was an electrician and a member of Union Grove Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he is survived by his significant other Chelsea Evans and his four legged son “Harley”. His brother, Kris Kepley (Liz) of Franklin, TN, niece and nephew Grace Anne and Cashman Kepley. Grandparents, Tommy and Jeanette Kepley of Albemarle and Gene Efird of Albemarle. Two step sisters, Jennifer Deese(Jeff) and Michelle Cratty (Shane) all of Norwood. Step-nieces and nephews, Daniel Luther, Katelyn Poplin, Karson Cratty, Dawson Deese, Lindi Deese and Jackson Luther. Step-grandmother, Thelma Coley of Norwood. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Gaye Mabry Efird and his step-grandfather Dulin Coley.

David Wayne Whitley

December 21, 1953 - May 1, 2022 David Wayne Whitley, 68, passed away Sunday May 1, 2022 at Atrium Health Cabarrus in Concord. David was born December 21, 1953 in Albemarle, North Carolina. The son of the late Vernon Lee Whitley and Peggy Jean Burris Whitley, David was the youngest of three brothers. He graduated from West Stanly High School, Class of 1972. David was a respected and successful realtor for over 30 years and a former Sheriff Deputy with the Stanly County Sheriff’s Office. David was happiest when he was at the beach fishing, or in the woods hunting with his friends from the hunt club, and being anywhere else with his beloved dogs, Lucky and Lacy. David is survived by his two sons, Bryan Whitley of Norwood and Gregg (Anita) Whitley of Indian Trail, two brothers Steve (Mary Ann) Whitley of Salisbury and Gary (Lou) Whitley of Badin, one step grandson Hunter Zado, niece Christy Russell and nephews Gary Lee Whitley Jr. and Cary Hinson. He is also leaving behind his long-term girlfriend Brenda Steele and the special bond he had with her family and grandchildren.

Edward Monroe Moose

November 11, 1934 ~ May 5, 2022 Barbara “Bob” Foreman Britt, 87, of Oakboro, passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at Trinity Place in Albemarle. “Bob” was born on November 11, 1934 in Stanly County to the late Charles Henderson and Nellie Drye Foreman. She was a retired seamstress and a member at Silver Springs Baptist Church. She was an avid gardener and loved teaching her grandson Charlie her gardening skills and riding on her golf cart with her grandson Wyatt. She also loved playing cards with her family and was especially competitive with her son Greg. She is survived by her children: Deborah Geer of Albemarle, Greg Britt (Angie) of Albemarle, and David Britt (Sarah) of South Carolina; five grandchildren: Charlie Geer (Katie), Ben Britt, Sarah Britt, Magen Britt, and Wyatt Britt. Brother Junior Foreman (Glenda) of Norwood sisters Hilda Kimrey of Oakboro and Mary (Banks) Mabry of Norwood. She was also preceded in death by her Six brothers, Rayvon, Jim, Fred, Frank, Jerry, and Ted and one sister Molly.

Kyle Kepley

September 1, 1961 ~ May 1, 2022

Peggy Ann (Blasingame) Utley October 7, 1934 ~ May 6, 2022

Peggy Ann Utley, 87, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, May 6, 2022 at her home. Mrs. Utley was born on October 7, 1934, to the late Willie Samuel and Willie Ruth Corley Blasingame. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her son, Monte Utley and former husband, Thomas Utley. Peggy is survived by daughter, Melanie (Tim) Goode of Charlotte; son, Mikael (Debbie) Utley of Albemarle; daughter, Miki (Ed) Russ of Matthews; grandchildren, Hunter Goode, Brandon (Brittany)Everett, Chloe (Ian) Black, Molly Utley, Lily Utley, Zachary Russ, Logan (Coley) Angel, Justin Russ; greatgrandchildren, Calvin Russ Angel, Bear Black; sisters, Sue Bettis and Lynda Walters, both of Albemarle; and several special nieces and nephews.

K'Laysia J'Miracle Harris May 1, 2022 ~ May 1, 2022

K’Laysia J’Miracle Harris was born and passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at Atrium Health Stanly. She is survived by her parents, Kaydron Jurez and Sheniqua Atwanna Harris of Troy; Maternal Grandparnets Joseph and Lori Little; and paternal grandparents Maia Harris and Jackie King.

Edward Monroe Moose, 60, of Albemarle, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 1, 2022, at Atrium Health Main in Charlotte surrounded by family. Edward was born September 1, 1961, in Paris, France to Edward Monroe Moose and the late Ruth Ann Moose. Mr. Moose was a loving husband, father, son, sibling, uncle, and pops (grandpa). A retiree of the US Airforce and postal service worker. He traveled all over the world being in a military family and in the Airforce. He enjoyed bowling, where he played with The knights of Columbus league. He also enjoyed collecting coins, sports cards, stamps and playing chess from time to time. He loved children, especially his own. Survivors include wife, Elsie Moose of Albemarle, NC; daughter, Marilyn Tuttle and husband John Tuttle of Reidsville NC, son, Aaron Moose and wife Lucy Moose of Salisbury NC, daughter, Arlena Moose of Ruffin NC, son, JR Hulguin of Charlotte NC; grandchildren, Madilyn and Liam Tuttle of Reidsville, NC ; sisters, Betty Lowder of Albemarle NC, and Cynthia Moose of Albemarle, NC; father, Edward Moose of Albemarle, NC.

Kenneth Kermit Furr

September 7, 1938 - May 3, 2022 Kenneth Kermit Furr, 83, of Albemarle passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 in his home. His funeral service will be at 11 AM on Friday, May 6, 2022 in the Stanly Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jeremy Holt officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Memorial Park. Born September 7, 1938 in Stanly County, he was the son of the late Isaac Furr and Cora Holye Furr. He retired as a Service Station Manager. He loved gardening and hunting. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia Furr and son Alex Furr both in 2019. He is survived by a son Sherrill Furr and wife Cindy Smith Furr of Albemarle, two sisters Patsy Morton and Ricky Brown, three grandchildren, Brooke Furr, Madison Furr, and Carson Furr, and a great-granddaughter Skylah Furr. He was also preceded in death by a sister and three brothers.

Stanly County Journal for Wednesday, May 11, 2022

STATE & NATION

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President Joe Biden walks to board Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, Friday, May 6, 2022, in Washington, D.C. ecutive action or regulatory steps while criticizing Republicans for the lack of broader action. “The White House is under enormous pressure to be more forceful and vocal,” said Lawrence Gostin, who runs the O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health at Georgetown Law. But Gostin, who is advising administration officials on next steps, said, “Biden needs to stick with winnable battles” by focusing on “low hanging fruit.” One of those ideas involves making abortion medication more accessible by mail. The Food and

Drug Administration has already eliminated the requirement to pick up the pills in person, and Gostin said the practice will need an aggressive defense as it faces conservative attacks. The Justice Department has already gone to court over abortion access, suing Texas last year in an effort to stop a law that would ban most abortions. Another concept, Gostin said, would be allowing Medicaid to pay for travel if a woman can’t get an abortion in her own state. Such a plan might run afoul of the Hyde Amendment, which bans federal

funding for abortions, so it would require careful wording. For example, the policy could say Medicaid would pay for travel for authorized medical treatment if it’s not legal where the patient lives — making no mention of abortion. None of these proposals are foolproof, and they will likely face Republican challenges in the courts or through legislation. These kinds of administrative steps are similar to what Biden has done when other initiatives have stalled on Capitol Hill. “The president is incredibly proud of what he’s already accomplished in 15 months of his presidency,” White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Friday. Asked about Biden’s struggles on Capitol Hill, Psaki pointed to his long experience as a senator. “He knows and understands it sometimes takes more time than he would like to get your agenda forward,” she said. However, abortion stirs even greater passions than other issues across the political spectrum, and frustration about inaction is bubbling up. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who wants his state to become a refuge for people seeking abortions, said this week that Democrats are falling short. “Where the hell is my party?” he said. Abortion opponents are win-

ning, Newsom added. “We need to stand up. Where’s the counteroffensive?” Democrats seem likely to lose control of Congress in the November elections, especially with Biden’s sagging approval ratings. However, some hope that the Supreme Court decision will fire up their voters. “What you’re looking for in politics is an opportunity,” said Cornell Belcher, a Democratic pollster. “There’s an opportunity that wasn’t there before this came out.” Michael Beschloss, a presidential historian, compared Biden’s situation to President Harry Truman, who was floundering as he ran for reelection in 1948. He turned his campaign into an indictment of a “do-nothing Congress,” which was controlled by Republicans at the time, and he managed to pull off a narrow victory. The goal, Beschloss said, is to “take a bad hand and play it perfectly.” Biden is trying a similar tack ahead of the midterms, escalating his criticism of other Republican proposals. He repeatedly points to a blueprint from the National Republican Senatorial Committee that would increase taxes on people at the lower end of the income scale and force federal programs like Social Security to be reauthorized every five years. “I’ve offered a different plan — a plan rooted in American values of fairness and decency,” Biden said last week.

Major companies stay mum on thorny abortion issue - for now The Associated Press NEW YORK — A leaked draft of a Supreme Court opinion that would abolish Roe v. Wade has thrust major companies into what’s arguably the most divisive issue in American politics. But while some are signaling support for abortion rights, many want to stay out of it — at least for now. “This is the hottest of the hot potatoes,” said Allen Adamson, co-founder of marketing consultancy Metaforce. “While lots of issues are polarizing, this is ground zero for polarization. People are fanatically passionate one way or another.” Despite the risks, major companies have waded into the abortion issue in the past. In 2019, more than 180 of them — including H&M, Slack and Glossier — signed an open letter that said restrictive abortion laws were against their values and “bad for business.” A similar letter was signed by more than 60 companies last year in response to a Texas law banning abortions after roughly six weeks of pregnancy, forcing some women to travel out-of-state to access the procedure. Among others, jeans maker Levi Strauss & Co., the online reviews site Yelp, banking giant Citigroup and ride-hailing company Lyft pledged to cover travel costs for employees who have to travel long distances to access an abortion. When the report of the draft court opinion set off a political firestorm, a few companies issued statements supporting abortion rights but stopped short of taking further action themselves. “Overturning Roe v. Wade will

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Demonstrators protest outside of the U.S. Supreme Court as law enforcement officers stand ready, May 3, 2022, in Washington, D.C. jeopardize the human rights of millions of women who stand to lose the liberty to make decisions over their own bodies,” Yelp said in a statement. “Turning back the clock on the progress women have made over the past 50 years will have a seismic impact on our society and economy.” Many others have remained quiet. They include Netflix, PayPal, Microsoft, Patagonia, Target, Walmart and Apple, which is reportedly covering travel costs for its Texas workers through its medical insurance. Microsoft and the Chamber of Commerce, the world’s largest business federation, said it had no comment; the

rest did not respond to requests for comment. The Business Roundtable, which represents some of the country’s most powerful companies, said it “does not have a position on this issue.” Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, also did not respond to an Associated Press request for comment, though its chief operating officer, Sheryl Sandberg, posted on her personal social media accounts that the document represents a “scary day for women all across the country.” Adamson believes that many companies have held off weighing in on the Supreme Court’s draft because they want to wait to see

the court’s final ruling. “This gives companies a chance to think this through,” he said, noting that companies need to make a decision based on what the majority of their employees want. Over the past few years, companies have added their voices to the Black Lives Matter movement and issues like same-sex marriage. But taking a stance on controversial issues is seemingly becoming more challenging, oftentimes pitting companies against Republican lawmakers who seem increasingly eager to push back. Delta, which declined to comment on the abortion issue, was the subject of attacks by the Geor-

gia GOP last year for its opposition to the state’s restrictive voting rights bill. In response, Georgia’s Republican-controlled House voted to revoke a jet fuel tax break that benefits the Atlanta-based company, an effort that ultimately fizzled. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill last month to dissolve the private government Walt Disney World controls on its property in the state as retribution for the company’s opposition to a new law critics have dubbed “Don’t Say Gay.” State lawmakers are similarly taking aim at companies that offer help to women seeking abortions in states with less restrictive laws around abortions. Should Roe v. Wade get overturned, roughly half of states are likely to quickly ban abortion. In March, Texas State Representative Briscoe Cain, a Republican, sent a cease-and-desist letter to Citigroup, saying he would propose legislation barring local governments in the state from doing business with any company that provides travel benefits for employees seeking abortions. If enacted, Cain said the bill would prevent the New York-based bank from underwriting municipal bonds in Texas unless the bank rescinds its policy. In South Dakota, GOP Rep. Scott Odenbach suggested lawmakers might look at legislation to discourage companies from covering the costs of employees who travel to another state for an abortion, noting that the state’s proximity to Minnesota, where abortion will remain legal even if Roe is undone, raises “cross-border issues.”

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Run for the roses Brittany McKewn, of Asheville, wears a hat shaped like a rose before the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 7, 2022, in Louisville, Ky.

WHAT’S HAPPENING HanesBrands Names Vanessa LeFebvre President of Global Activewear

Increases for staff pay budgeted for next year

HanesBrands announced that Vanessa LeFebvre has been named president of global activewear. In this role, LeFebvre will drive growth in the Champion brand with a focus on innovation, key markets and new channels. LeFebvre has a background in the activewear category, merchandising, e-commerce and retail. She joins HanesBrands from Adidas, where she was senior vice president, with responsibility for e-commerce, retail stores and wholesale. Prior to joining Adidas in 2019, LeFebvre served as President of Lord and Taylor. Earlier in her career, LeFebvre held senior leadership positions and merchandising roles at Stitch Fix, Macy’s, Daffy’s and T.J. Maxx. AP

The Lazy Genius returns to Winston-Salem The Lazy Genius, Kendra Adachi, is returning to Bookmarks on Tuesday, May 17 at 7 pm to celebrate her new book The Lazy Genius Kitchen, a book dedicated to helping you get the most out of your kitchen. Kendra will be in conversation with Anne Glenn from Best of Winston, the popular Instagram account and website that highlights businesses and events throughout WinstonSalem and the Triad Area. This is a free event with limited seating, so registration is required. FORSYTH FAMILY MAGAZINE

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By Ryan Henkel For the North State Journal WINSTON-SALEM — The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners met Thursday with the proposed budget presentation by WSFCS for the 2022-23 school year and multiple budget and contract items on the agenda. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Superintendent, Tricia McManus, gave a presentation before the board of commissioners on the proposed budget for the 202223 school year. The total budget is asking for $793,557,172 of funding with an additional requested increase in county appropriation of $13,968,415. The budget includes state mandated increases of 5.7% for estimated retirement rate, 5.4% for estimated state health insurance premium up to $7,397, 3% step increase for certified staff, 2.5% for principals and central office staff and a $15 minimum or 2.5% increase for classified staff. Within the requested budget,

WSFCS is asking for $4.4 million to address compression created by the $15 per hour minimum for “This board has raised sales classified staff. taxes in order to pay teachers “Due to the $15 an hour minimum, one of the requests we’ve put more money." into this budget is to address compression,” Superintendent McMa- David Plyler nus said. “Meaning that by raising all employees to that $15 minimum, those with 0-10 years of ex- North Carolina and I would like perience could be at the same pay to be the number one county. I’d rate and that has caused issues like to know that we’re paying our currently with our staff. So we ac- teachers better than anybody else tually wanted to be able to make in the State of North Carolina.” As a result of NC Senate Bill adjustments so that someone with more experience in our classified 300, a wide-ranging criminal reranks would actually make more form bill passed in the Fall, Forthan someone walking through syth County had to go and look into its unified development ordithe door.” WSFCS is also requesting, with- nances to see if it listed any crimin the budget, $3.8 million to ad- inal punishments for violations of dress maintenance costs, includ- the UDO. Because there were some listing $2.2 million for custodial costs, with an additional $1.6 million ed, the board of commissioners needed in county funding for ris- approved an ordinance for a text amendment to eliminate criminal ing utility costs. The board of commissioners penalties as an enforcement action will review the proposed budget, for various sections of the UDO. “From a staff perspective, we’re but the preliminary presentation not terribly concerned about this had strong support already. “This board has raised sales tax- because we’ve only used criminal es in order to pay teachers more penalties sparingly in our history money,” said Chairman David and certainly not for the last 20-25 Plyler. “There are 100 counties in years,” said Kirk Erickson of Plan-

ning and Development Services. The board also reallocated $700,000 from the 911 Reserve Fund Balance to purchase upgraded radio dispatch equipment and approved the 2022-23 proposed fee schedule for services rendered by the Forsyth County Department of Public Health. The board then authorized the acceptance of three grants from the National Environmental Health Association and The Food and Drug Administration to support environmental health programs. “The associated Budget Ordinance Amendment will appropriate $26,500 for three projects,” said County Manager, Dudley Watts. “$5,000 for a strategic plan, $7,500 for employee training and then $14,000 for employee mentorship programs.” The board ratified and authorized an interlocal agreement with the city of Winston-Salem for joint ownership of foreclosed property located at 2530 Pittsburg Avenue and approved an amendment to the 2021-22 budget ordinance to appropriate $353,495 for the Low-Income Energy Assistance See COMMISSIONERS, page 2

Local universities prepare for commencement ceremonies Van Jones, Rodney Rogers among dignitaries to attend graduations Twin City Herald staff WINSTON-SALEM State University and Wake Forest University will both hold their respective commencement ceremonies over the next week as both schools return to business as usual following two years of pandemic-impacted ceremonies. Winston-Salem State will hold its commencement at 9:45 AM on Friday, May 13, at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Undergraduate and graduate students will both participate in

the ceremony, which will take less than two hours. After the pandemic impacted the last two May commencements, the school announced to guests, faculty and students, “Currently, there are no specific Covid-19 restrictions or requirements for commencement.” Still, things will still likely look different from pre-pandemic days. The school added a recommendation, saying, “We strongly encourage all participants to wear masks while seated throughout the entirety of the program.” WSSU’s School of Health Sciences will hold a series of virtual awards and pinning ceremonies from Wednesday through Saturday.

Then the commencement spotlight shifts to Wake Forest University. The school will hold hooding ceremonies, special luncheons and department open houses throughout the weekend. Then, on Monday morning, May 16, Wake will hold its commencement ceremony. Students, faculty and guests will gather on Hearn Plaza at 9:00 AM. Wake’s commencement speaker on Monday will be Van Jones, the CNN host and founder of Dream Corps. Jones is an Emmy-winning producer and bestselling author and joins a list of recent Wake Forest speakers that includes Stephen Colbert, Arnold Palmer, Laura Bush and Joe Biden.

“A dedicated professional, gifted speaker and proven leader, Van Jones has much to say to our graduating students about how to shepherd change in the world,” Wake Forest University President Susan R. Wente said in a release on the school website. “I’m grateful to Mr. Jones for agreeing to deliver what I’m sure will be an inspiring and memorable address.” Princeton professor and New York Times bestselling author Eddie S. Glaude Jr. will speak at Sunday’s Baccalaureate ceremony, as well. Glaude will receive an honorary doctorate from the school, as will a group of dignitaries that includes former Wake Forest and NBA basketball star Rodney Rogers.

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GOP should welcome abortion debate Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer will hold a vote on a bill codifying abortion’s legality so that voters, he contends, can “see where every senator stands.” Though Schumer believes this is a political slam dunk for Democrats, it presents a magnificent opportunity for Republicans to make their case. Though many conservatives have rightly avoided prematurely celebrating Justice Samuel Alito’s draft decision, many also seem frightened of debating the underlying issue. Indeed, the draft leak is a significant assault on the system, but no more so than Roe v. Wade. For 50 years, our culture and media have treated this flawed decision as right and rite. Surely, most of the public isn’t aware of the maximalist position staked out by the establishment Left. Republicans should take the opportunity to point out that even if they were moderately pro-choice, they couldn’t possibly support Schumer’s barbaric bill, which legalizes abortion for any reason on demand until the moment of birth. They should follow that up by noting that Democrats, including the president, also want taxpayers to foot the bill for abortions, including the late-term variety. Passing Schumer’s bill would likely translate into thousands of viable babies being dismembered for nothing more than convenience. (Well, thousands more than the approximately 10,000 already killed yearly in late-term abortions.) A floor debate would be a good time to point out that there is no bill preventing doctors from saving the life of the mother. Indeed, medical literature shows that third-trimester abortions are very rarely performed for “maternal health complications or lethal fetal anomalies discovered late in pregnancy,” as the anti-abortion Charlotte

households can receive from $224 per household to between $300 and $325. Finally, the board of commissioners authorized contracts for the replacement of a 100-ton chiller at

Lozier Institute reported. The pro-choice Guttmacher Institute found that a majority of women who seek late-term abortions “do not do so for reasons of fetal anomaly or life endangerment.” Republicans might want to ask their Democrat colleagues what, if any, limitations on abortion they believe should be instituted. When Fox News’ Bret Baier pressed former prolifer Tim Ryan, now the Democrat senatorial candidate in Ohio (and who is often portrayed as moderate by the media), on whether he believed in any limitations on abortion, he answered, “You got to leave it up to the woman.” Why does Congressman Ryan believe it is “up to the woman” to decide whether a human being lives or dies one minute before crowning but not one minute after? I’m sure I’m not the only person interested in hearing why Democrats believe that it’s “reproductive justice” to dispose of children such as Lyla Stensrud, born at 21 weeks and four days and weighing just 14.4 ounces. A floor debate would be a good time to remind everyone that, in 2019, Senate Democrats blocked Republican Ben Sasse’s effort to obtain unanimous consent on the BornAlive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, a bill that wasn’t technically about abortion but about protecting babies who survived the surgical procedure. And when Democrats meld their racialgrievance rhetoric with their “bodily autonomy” arguments, someone should ask them, “Why do you believe it’s OK for abortion factories to target minority communities? Do you share Margaret Sanger’s racist position on Black children? Are you OK with sex-selective abortions? If not, why not? Are you OK with abortionists eradicating people with non-life-

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threatening fetal abnormalities such as Down syndrome for the convenience of the customers — and it should be stressed, in most cases this means the father as well as mother — a policy that is properly called eugenics?” A floor debate would be a good chance to point out the lies spread about “forced abortions,” ectopic pregnancy and bans against contraception, and also to remind voters that Democrats want to strip medical workers of conscience rights and compel them to participate in abortions. Of course, I’m not naive. Most abortion advocates won’t answer, and the media won’t ask. When does life begin? Maybe a Democrat will finally have an answer. Or maybe the question will remain above their “pay grade,” as former President Barack Obama, who spearheaded abortion radicalization, once said. As it stands, the Left’s position is that only the mother (no longer referred to as a “birthing person” or “chest feeder”) can answer such questions. This isn’t merely unscientific; it is morally indefensible. It’s why abortion activists have been forced to use a slew of euphemisms — “bodily autonomy” and “reproductive rights” — to avoid describing the unpleasant realities and consequences of the deadly surgical procedure they champion. But now that SCOTUS might overturn Roe, Democrats will no longer be allowed to silence debate by claiming that abortion is inarguably a constitutional right. They should be compelled to make arguments — perhaps not in solidblue states, but on the national stage. So far, they seem utterly unprepared for that debate — which makes Republicans’ tepid response to the possible ending of Roe even more inexplicable. David Harsanyi is a senior writer at National Review and author of “Eurotrash: Why America Must Reject the Failed Ideas of a Dying Continent.”

mainder of the year in an amount not to exceed $100,000, the providing of non-congregate COVID-19 sheltering by United Way of Forsyth County, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $194,998.26 and the grant-

ing of a non-emergency ambulance franchise to Providence Transportation Inc. The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners will next meet May 19.

DEATH NOTICES ♦ Kathy Wood Beekman, 66, of Kernersville, died May 7, 2022. ♦ Annie Pauline Boyd, 68, of Winston-Salem, died May 4, 2022. ♦ William Robert Carter, 85, of Advance, died May 6, 2022. ♦ Ruth Joyce Chappell, 83, of

Clemmons, died May 6, 2022. ♦ Ernest Phillip (Phil) Dennis, 79, of Winston-Salem, died May 8, 2022. ♦ Imogene Lewis Elam, 93, of Kernersville, died May 4, 2022. ♦ Travis Neal Joyner, 47, of Lexington, died May 6, 2022.

♦ Leona Anna Couturier Livengood, 84, died May 7, 2022. ♦ Fred Burton Martin, 91, of Rural Hall, died May 4, 2022. ♦ William Dallas Noah Jr., 87, of Burlington, died May 6, 2022. ♦ Carol Ann McLester Schachtschneider, 72, of

Clemmons, died May 8, 2022. ♦ Genevieve ‘Bean’ Angeline Sias, 3, died May 5, 2022. ♦ Doris “Dot” Green Speas, 96, of Forsyth County, died May 5, 2022. ♦ Helen Booze Speas, 91, of Stokes County, died May 8, 2022.

♦ Gary Matthew Taylor, 69, of King, died May 5, 2022. ♦ Barbara Carol Van Horn, 74, died May 6, 2022. ♦ Bobby Leroy Venable, 87, of Kernersville, died May 6, 2022. ♦ Rachel Scott Wood, 89, of Lexington, died May 5, 2022.

WEEKLY CRIME LOG ♦ Akintade, Akintayo Olalekan (M/57) Arrest on chrg of Aslt On Offcr/felony (F), at 1003 Haywood St, Winston-salem, NC, on 5/4/2022 10:45. ♦ Anderson, Cainon Glenn (M/21) Arrest on chrg of 1) Drugs-poss Sched Ii (F), 2) Drug Paraphernalia (M), 3) Fail To Appear/compl (M), and 4) Fail To Appear/compl (M), at 1218 Piney Grove Rd/ vance Rd, Kernersville, NC, on 5/5/2022 20:47. ♦ Barrett, Jamal Shyheid (M/24) Arrest on chrg of Impaired Driving Dwi, M (M), at Wb Salem Pw_linville Rd Ra/linville Rd_wb Salem Pw Ra, Winston-salem, NC, on 5/6/2022 06:01 ♦ BISHOP, DEMARKUS AMIR was arrested on a charge of ASSAULT ON FEMALE at 201 N CHURCH ST on 5/7/2022 ♦ BONAPARTE, JAMES KEITH was arrested on a charge of MISUSE OF 911 SYSTEM at 2900 IVY AV on 5/8/2022 ♦ BRYANT, CHAMARAY DEVON was arrested on a charge of 2ND DEGREE TRESPASS at 1600 N LIBERTY ST on 5/8/2022 ♦ Calloway, Bobby Eldridge

(M/46) Arrest on chrg of 1) Drugs-poss Sched I (F), 2) Drug Paraphernalia (M), and 3) Fail To Appear/compl (M), at 4380 Kinnamon Village Lp, Winston-salem, NC, on 5/6/2022 01:02. ♦ CARTER, DAMONE ANTHONY was arrested on a charge of COMMUNICATE THREATS at 2558 GREEN OAKS CT on 5/7/2022 ♦ CARTER, JAYONNA KIANTE was arrested on a charge of IMPAIRED DRIVING DWI at 100 W NORTHWEST BV on 5/8/2022 ♦ Clemmons Watson, Jennifer Ann (F/59) Arrest on chrg of Assault-simple (M), at 4109 Old Hollow Rd, Kernersville, NC, on 5/6/2022 01:00. ♦ COKER, TYSHAWN TYSHAWN was arrested on a charge of ASSAULT ON FEMALE at 600 ANSON ST on 5/7/2022 ♦ DODD, MYRICK MALONE was arrested on a charge of 2ND DEGREE TRESPASS at 1600 N LIBERTY ST on 5/8/2022 ♦ Foster, George Douglas (M/39) Arrest on chrg of 1) Vand-personal Prop (F), 2) Drugs-poss Sched Ii (F), and

3) Weap-poss By Felon (F), at 4741 Ben Ln, Walkertown, NC, on 5/6/2022 17:00.

a charge of ADW - INFLICT INJURY at 201 N CHURCH ST on 5/9/2022

♦ GONZALEZ, STEVEN was arrested on a charge of COMMUNICATE THREATS at 201 N CHURCH ST on 5/8/2022

♦ JOHNSON, CLARENCE DAVID was arrested on a charge of 2ND DEGREE TRESPASS at 201 N CHURCH ST on 5/8/2022

♦ GREEN, LEONARD RICHARD was arrested on a charge of P/W/I/S/D MARIJUANA at 5918 UNIVERSITY PW on 5/8/2022 ♦ Greene, David Alan (M/38) Arrest on chrg of Assault On Female (M), at 5140 Vosler Rd, Pfafftown, NC, on 5/8/2022 20:02. ♦ Hamilton, Travis Scott (M/33) Arrest on chrg of 1) Affray (M) and 2) Vand-personal Prop (M), at 200 N Main St, Winston-salem, NC, on 5/9/2022 11:30. ♦ HORTON, DEVANTE ANDRE was arrested on a charge of AFFRAY at 400 W FOURTH ST on 5/8/2022 ♦ JACKSON, TONEY HILLIARD was arrested on a charge of VAND-PERSONAL PROP at 3999 N PATTERSON AV/MOTOR RD on 5/8/2022 ♦ JESSUP, ASIA NICHELLEDARLEN was arrested on

♦ Johnson, Jaryan Keevon (M/26) Arrest on chrg of Assault On Female (M), at 200 N Main St, Winston-salem, NC, on 5/4/2022 16:12. ♦ Kindlon, Joseph Thomas (M/48) Arrest on chrg of Assault On Female (M), at 201 N Church St, Winston-salem, NC, on 5/5/2022 18:42. ♦ LOPEZ, DIEGO JUAN was arrested on a charge of MV THEFT at 5218 GERMANTON RD on 5/8/2022 ♦ MARTINEZ, SAVANAH LAYNE was arrested on a charge of RESISTING ARREST at 1988 GLENBURN DR/MELSHIRE CT on 5/8/2022 ♦ Mcneal, Patrick Shannon (M/40) Arrest on chrg of Larceny Motor Vehicle Parts, F (F), at 200 N Main St, Winston-salem, NC, on 5/6/2022 11:13.

♦ MENGISTU, MOLA GELETEW was arrested on a charge of IMPAIRED DRIVING DWI at 1205 E THIRD ST on 5/7/2022 ♦ REID, DASHAUN LANARD was arrested on a charge of IMPAIRED DRIVING DWI at 828 AKRON DR/N GLENN AV on 5/7/2022 ♦ RICHARDSON, TERRANCE LARON was arrested on a charge of VAND-REAL PROPERTY at 2806 CLARMONT AVE on 5/9/2022 ♦ ROSALES VILLAFRANCA, FEYSSER OMAR was arrested on a charge of VIO. PROTECTIVE ORDER BY COURTS ANOTHER STATE/ INDIAN TRIBE at 4920 REYNOLDA RD on 5/8/2022 ♦ ROSEBOROUGHBANKS, RAHMEL CAVON was arrested on a charge of RESISTING ARREST at 599 N BROAD ST/W SIXTH ST on 5/8/2022 ♦ Spegal, Lloyd Matthew (M/58) Arrest on chrg of 1) Adw - Inflict Injury (M) and 2) Assault On Female (M), at 3000 Shilch Ch Rd, Germanton, NC, on 5/4/2022 11:53.

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