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In this photo released by NASA on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, U.S. astronauts Jessica Meir, left, and Christina Koch pose for a photo in the International Space Station.

On Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, the two are scheduled to perform a spacewalk to replace a broken battery charger.

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Tax cuts advance through NC Senate Republicans leading the N.C. Senate are advancing two additional tax-related bills largely gleaned from the vetoed state budget. The Senate Finance Committee on Tuesday passed, on a bipartisan basis, a bill that would increase the standard deduction for individual income tax filers next year by another $750 to $1,500 — essentially raising the zerotax bracket — and directs companies like Amazon to collect sales taxes on products offered through third-party retailers. Democrats opposed another bill that would reduce the corporate franchise tax rate by one-third by 2021.

Republicans say franchise taxes are essentially duplicative property taxes on businesses.

Priest pleads guilty again to sexually abusing children A former Episcopal priest who was previously imprisoned for child sexual abuse has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of sexually abusing children in a different case. Howard White Jr., 78, pleaded guilty Monday to three counts of second-degree forcible rape, eight counts of second-degree forcible sex offense and seven counts of indecent liberties with a child. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison. White was charged last year with abusing a boy and a girl in the 1980s while he worked at Grace Church in the Mountains in Waynesville.

Those charges came while he was serving an 18-month sentence for pleading guilty in 2017 to sexually assaulting a student in Boston while serving as chaplain at St. George’s School in Middletown, Rhode Island.

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Lawmakers return with end of session in sight

By Gary D. Robertson The Associated Press RALEIGH — The North Carolina General Assembly could soon be done wrestling with legislation this year, but that doesn’t mean they’ll pin down a broad budget law or path forward on Medicaid expansion.

Lawmakers returned Monday following a roughly 10-day break. Senate leader Phil Berger said his chamber will be done with regular business by Oct. 31. House Speaker Tim Moore hasn’t committed publicly to that date, but it’s clear the end is near.

This year’s session began nine months ago and by tradition was supposed to finish in July.

Now a budget stalemate between Republican lawmakers and Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper lasted all summer and into fall. GOP lawmakers lack veto-proof majorities but did not acquiesce to Cooper’s budget demands so the state budget has yet to be enacted in full. Republicans still have decisions on several other bills or vetoes unrelated to the budget.

Cooper vetoed the legislature’s two-year state budget in June because it lacked Medicaid coverage for hundreds of thousands of additional able-bodied adults. He also disliked lower business tax rates and wanted additional teacher raises beyond the increases agreed to by the legislature.

Republicans have been unwilling to concede, blaming Cooper for derailing true negotiations by insisting on expansion.

Cooper has said it needs to be on

the table but rejects that he’s unwilling to compromise.

House Republicans managed to approve a veto override during an unexpected vote last month when most of the House Democrats were not in the chamber.

Senate Republicans only need one Democrat to join them to complete the override, but Democrats there say they’re united.

Berger and Moore sound willing to adjourn without a budget because Republicans have passed several narrow spending bills mimicking popular sections of the two-year budget. Cooper has signed all but one of those bills into law, whittling down his negotiating leverage to pass a broader budget to his liking.

Berger said more consensus “mini-budgets” are possible, with top priorities including pay raises for teachers and higher-education system workers. “Once you get beyond that, I don’t know that there’s anything that there is ... a must-do,” he said. A revenue surplus could sweeten those salary increases.

Medicaid expansion is a complicated proposition among Republicans.

Senators led by Berger oppose the idea largely on fiscal grounds, even as proposals by both parties would require hospitals to pay the state’s 10% match to federal funds. Rural hospitals and residents — many in Republican-leaning areas — could benefit the most from the revenue guaranteed by expansion.

Enough House Republicans support expansion that Moore See SESSION, page A2

NC State grad part of historic spacewalk

By Marcia Dunn The Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The world’s first all-female spacewalking team made history high above Earth on Friday, replacing a broken part of the International Space Station’s power grid.

As NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir successfully completed the job with wrenches, screwdrivers and power-grip tools, it marked the first time in a half-century of spacewalking that men weren’t part of the action.

They insisted they were just doing their job after years of training, following in the footsteps of women who paved the way.

America’s first female spacewalker from 35 years ago, Kathy Sullivan, was delighted. She said it’s good to finally have enough women in the astronaut corps and trained for spacewalking for this

to happen.

“We’ve got qualified women running the control, running space centers, commanding the station, commanding spaceships and doing spacewalks,” Sullivan told The Associated Press earlier this week. “And golly, gee whiz, every now and then there’s more than one woman in the same place.”

President Donald Trump put in a congratulatory call from the White House to mark “this historic event ... truly historic.”

“What you do is incredible.

You’re very brave people,” Trump told them as they wrapped up their spacewalk.

Replied Meir: “We don’t want to take too much credit because there have been many others — female spacewalkers — before us.

This is just the first time that there See SPACEWALK page A2

Cooper’s out-ofstate travel records questioned

By A.P. Dillon North State Journal RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper’s out-of-state travel has come into question after a news report that his office and the State Highway Patrol refused to turn over public records.

The request related to information on two trips Cooper made to New York City on Jan. 31 and June 20 of this year.

According to a WBTV report, Sgt. Chris Knox, a spokesman for the highway patrol, said the agency no longer completes forms EP25 for out-of-state travel and hasn’t since 2014. This explanation is contrary to travel records requested and received after 2014

by WBTV, which detail both inand out-of-state travel by former Gov. Pat McCrory.

The office of the lieutenant governor also is afforded a state trooper detail and are subject to the same travel record filing.

Jamey Falkenbury, director of communications for the Lt. Gov. Dan Forest, said in an email to See COOPER page A2

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Folwell breaks arm in dirt biking accident

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State treasurer decides to end 45-year racing career

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SESSION from page A1 allowed them to run a measure last month that includes premiums and work mandates for recipients. But it has not reached the floor.

Cooper has dismissed Berger and Moore’s pitch of allowing a special session soon to discuss health care access, including expansion.

Republicans have been unable

RALEIGH — State Treasurer Dale Folwell announced Sunday that, following an accident in Beckley, West Virginia, where he broke his right humerus, he would be retiring from his dirt bike racing career.

“On the last lap of my last race, all the luck and favor I have been blessed with in my racing career ended with a clear cut sign that it was time to hand over the handlebars to the next generation,” Folwell said in the post.

In a phone interview, Folwell told NSJ that he’d been training for the last year to participate in this year’s national championship, but even though he won a regional “Mideast” race and came in second at another in Daytona, “it was pretty obvious that there were some 60-year-olds that were a lot faster than I was.”

Folwell said after this realization, he determined this race would be his last. “I’d already put my bike up for sale and everything, actually,” he said.

The courses, according to Folwell, typically take around two hours to complete and involve one mile in the open and another 10 miles through rough terrains, like woods and creeks. He was on the last lap of the course and in second place overall when the accident occurred.

“It was a single-rider accident — it didn’t involve anybody else or me hitting a tree or anything,” Folwell said. “I just fell and, unfortunately, I broke this bone.”

Being temporarily immobile has left Folwell “in a forced state of reflection on all of the success, support and experiences I have been able to have through dirt biking and that community.”

During his career, Folwell won two state championships in North Carolina, called the Hare Scram-

to override any of Cooper’s other vetoes this year after Democrats gained seats in 2018.

Among the seven nonbudget bills vetoed, GOP leaders are most keen on overriding the one to require county sheriffs to recognize requests by U.S. immigration agents to hold jail inmates believed to be in the country illegally. An unsuccessful override on the immigration bill, however, may turn out to be a winning

PHOTO COURTESY DALE FOLWELL

State Treasurer Dale Folwell is pictured with his dirtbike before winning a 2019 “Mideast” race. ble Series (in 1999 and 2010) and was also the national champion in 2013’s Grand National Cross Country Series tournament in the “Master C” class for racers 50 and over.

“There’s something about having a hobby that is different,” Folwell said on how he, as an accountant, could double as a dirt bike champion. “I think motorcycles, motorcycling and competing have always been a very positive distraction to whatever problem I was solving in my public service career.”

Folwell also spent seven years as a motorcycle mechanic and said there is some crossover to his political work because both involve problem-solving. He says the people in the motorcycle culture are what has made it a lifelong passion for him.

If anyone is injured or stopped along the trail, he says someone will always check on you.

“This is the true heartfelt fellowship of motorcyclists, whether they are those who ride on the road or in the dirt,” Folwell said.

campaign issue next year for Republicans.

Another veto remains intact on a bill laying out funds to run the existing Medicaid program for the next two years as it shifts to managed-care treatment. The managed-care shift likely can’t begin on time without it.

House and Senate members have approved competing versions of bills on more than a dozen topics, and they’d like to approve

After Folwell’s 7-year-old son was hit by a vehicle and killed in 1999, he and his wife allowed his organs to be donated. Folwell then devoted time to raising money and awareness for organ donation.

In 2006, he rode his motorcycle across the country for this cause, breaking the record for distance on a motorcycle in one month with 32,978 miles.

“I had an opportunity to reconnect with some people I had known for a long time, like Warren Buffett, and an opportunity to connect with people I’d never met, like the folks at Orange County Choppers and Jay Leno and others,” he said of the record-breaking trip.

All the money raised went to the Wake Forest Center for Regenerative Medicine.

Folwell said that in life everyone needs “to have someone to love, to have something to do, and to have something to look forward to. And I’ve always looked forward to riding and working on motorcycles and competing in dirt bikes.”

He said he will “probably not” ride a dirt bike again, even noncompetitively, so he’s now searching for a new hobby — something new to do and look forward to.

Despite the accident, Folwell said he’s “been working all week” even though he’s had to do so from home as he recovers.

“As far as duties, I haven’t missed a meeting or a phone call I was supposed to be on,” Folwell said. “The problems we’re trying to solve are bigger than any one person. We have a great team with us in the Treasurer’s Office who are all with me as ‘keepers of the public purse’ every day.”

Folwell’s other vocation, as a politician, has involved various roles in government. He served four terms in the N.C. House of Representatives, rising to the level of speaker pro tem, and also served in Gov. Pat McCrory’s administration as director of the Division of Employment Security. He resigned from that role in late 2015 and announced his run for state treasurer.

consensus compromises on several of them before going home. But there are no promises all will be welcomed by Cooper or outside groups.

Cooper, through his state environmental secretary, has indicated he’s likely to veto a measure that would give Duke Energy and other utilities the option to seek multiyear electric rates from state regulators.

And whatever measure agreed

to on a regulatory framework to expand industrial hemp farming in North Carolina could end up in court if or when the bill directs that smokable hemp be banned from use in the state.

Lawmakers also have yet to reach agreement on bills tightening mail-in absentee balloting laws, giving child abuse victims more time to sue their assailants and offering loans to struggling rural hospitals.

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NCDOT TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING FOR THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF A SECOND PASSENGER RAIL PLATFORM AND PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS AT THE KANNAPOLIS TRAIN STATION IN CABARRUS COUNTY

STIP PROJECT NO. P-5725 The N.C. Department of Transportation, in partnership with the City of Kannapolis, will hold a public meeting regarding the proposed construction of a second passenger rail platform and pedestrian overpass at the Kannapolis Train Station in Cabarrus County.

The meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 5-7 p.m. at Kannapolis Train Station located at 201 S. Main Street in Kannapolis. Please note that a brief formal presentation will begin at 6 p.m.

The public may drop-in at any time during the meeting hours. Project team members will be available to answer questions and receive feedback regarding the proposed project. The opportunity to submit comments will be provided at the meeting or may be done via phone, email, or mail by Nov. 7. All comments received will be taken into consideration as the project develops.

Project information and maps can be viewed as they become available online at the project webpage: https://www.publicinput.com/KannapolisTrainStation For additional information, please contact Matthew Potter, NCDOT Rail Project Development, at (919) 707-4738 or KannapolisTrainStation@publicinput.com or 1553 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1553.

NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this meeting. Anyone requiring special services should contact Lauren Putnam at lnputnam1@ncdot.gov or (919) 707-6072 as early as possible so that arrangements can be made.

Persons who do not speak English, or have a limited ability to read, speak or understand English, may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meeting by calling 1-800-481-6494.

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Aquellas personas que no hablan inglés, o tienen limitaciones para leer, hablar o entender inglés, podrían recibir servicios de interpretación si los solicitan antes de la reunión llamando al 1-800-481-6494.

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NSJ: “Since 2013, when Lt. Governor Dan Forest first took office, the Lt. Governor’s executive detail has been documenting both his out of state and in-state travels.”

Forest’s office told NSJ they are unaware of any changes in reporting by the State Highway Patrol up until recently.

“If the policy for reporting out of state travel changed during the previous administration, we were not notified,” Falkenbury said.

“Only in the last month has the Lt. Governor’s executive detail been told by the highway patrol not to turn in out of state travel documents.”

A second subsequent explanation was sent by Knox about why they did not turn over the governor’s travel records.

In an email to WBTV, Knox wrote, “As you are aware, pursuant to NCGS § 132-1.7(a), ‘Public records, as defined in G.S. 132-1, shall not include … plans, schedules, or other documents that include information regarding patterns or practices associated with executive protection and security.’

“Accordingly, it is our position that we have provided the public record documents that are responsive to your requests regarding this matter.”

The highway patrol did supply an EP-20 form for mileage related to travel for Cooper for a 7 a.m. meeting on Jan. 31. That form showed the troopers drove 29 miles, which the WBTV report notes is “the exact round trip mileage from the Governor’s Mansion to RDU Airport.”

A second EP-20 form shows the same mileage and event description for the following day.

The highway patrol provided another form for June 20 with similar mileage to the Jan. 31 form and had a description that

said “5:30 a.m. meeting.” The following day, records show the same mileage and description for an event at 8:50 a.m.

Cooper was questioned on camera by WBTV about his travel to New York City but did not answer a reporter’s questions.

“Our office maintains public records for official state travel. The Governor was not traveling for state business on these days and no state aircraft were used,” said Cooper’s communications director, Sadie Weiner, in a statement.

In 2018, Cooper and his administration sought public input for revisions to the state’s records request rules after media outlets filed suit in 2015 alleging that the McCrory administration had delayed document production and charged excessive fees for related records request work.

Some of the proposed rule changes included making sure that records were not being delayed or withheld because a prompt release “would not be ‘prudent or timely’ or cause embarrassment.”

Cooper, while running for governor, drew criticism about his lack of a paper trail during his 16 years as attorney general. During the 2016 election, it was reported that out of 36,000 emails produced in a media records request, Cooper’s official email was only found to have been used only a “couple of times,” and that a private AOL email account had been used by Cooper a few times as well.

While in his role as attorney general, Cooper created the “North Carolina Guide to Open Government and Public Records.”

The guide, written with the help of the NC Press Association, lays out public meeting laws, what is and isn’t a public record, how to obtain such records, and what to do if records are denied.

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Brexit in limbo as Boris Johnson wins 1 vote, loses another The Associated Press LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson won one vote and lost another in Parliament on Tuesday, a result that inches him closer to his goal of leading Britain out of the European Union — but effectively guarantees it won’t happen on the scheduled date of Oct. 31.

The good news for the prime minister was that lawmakers — for the first time since Britons chose in 2016 to leave the EU — voted for a Brexit plan, backing by 329-299 a bill to implement the agreement Johnson struck with the EU last week.

But minutes later, legislators rejected his fast-track timetable to pass the bill, saying they needed more time to scrutinize it. The vote went 322-308 against the government.

Johnson responded by stopping the legislation dead in its tracks.

He had planned to push it through the House of Commons by Thursday. But he said he would “pause” the legislation until the EU had decided whether to agree to delay Britain’s departure.

With the Brexit deadline looming and British politicians still squabbling over the country’s departure terms, Johnson was forced to ask the EU for a three-month delay to Britain’s departure date.

He did that, grudgingly, to comply with a law passed by Parliament ordering the government to postpone Brexit rather than risk the economic damage that could come from a no-deal exit.

European Council President Donald Tusk said earlier Tuesday that EU leaders “will decide in coming days” whether to grant Britain that extension — what would be

JESSICA TAYLOR, UK PARLIAMENT VIA AP

Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson gestures as he speaks in the House of Commons in London. the third. French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian told French lawmakers Tuesday that he sees “no justification” at this stage for a further delay.

But Tuesday’s votes make it all but impossible for Johnson to fulfil his often-repeated promise to lead Britain out of the EU on Oct. 31.

Johnson earlier said he could call a vote on holding a snap general election if Parliament blocked his plans and Brexit was delayed much longer. He hopes an election might break the political deadlock over Brexit that has dragged on for more than three years since British voters opted to leave the EU. “I will in no way allow months more of this,” said Johnson, who took power in July vowing that the U.K. would leave the bloc on the scheduled date of Oct. 31, come

what may.

“If Parliament refuses to allow Brexit to happen and instead ... decides to delay everything until January or possibly longer, in no circumstances can the government continue with this (bill),” he said.

Last week Johnson struck a divorce deal with the 27 other EU leaders, but on Saturday he failed to win Parliament’s backing for it. His only remaining hope of leaving on time was to get lawmakers to pass the Brexit-implementing bill into law before the scheduled departure date, nine days away.

Johnson said backing the bill would allow lawmakers to “turn the page and allow this Parliament and this country to begin to heal and unite.”

The Brexit deal sets out the terms of Britain’s departure, including

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measures to maintain an open border between the U.K.’s Northern Ireland and EU member Ireland. It also enshrines the right of U.K. and EU citizens living in the other’s territory to continue with their lives, and sets out the multibillion dollar payments Britain must make to meet its financial obligations to the EU. But the deal does not cover the nitty gritty of future relations between the U.K. and the EU: Instead, it confirms a transition period lasting until at least the end of 2020 — and possibly 2022 — in which relations will remain frozen as they are now while a permanent new relationship is worked out.

If Britain leaves the EU without a deal, there will be no transition period, uncertainty for millions of citizens and a host of new tariffs, customs checks and other barriers to trade on Day 1. Most economists say that would send unemployment rising, the value of the pound plummeting and plunge the U.K. into recession.

Many lawmakers felt that three days was not nearly enough time for scrutiny of the 115-page bill. Major bills usually take weeks or months to pass through Parliament, giving time for line-by-line scrutiny by lawmakers.

After the votes, many lawmakers urged Johnson to push ahead with the bill after securing a delay to Brexit. Opposition Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn urged the prime minister to “work with us all of use to agree a reasonable timetable” for its passage.

If Johnson does press ahead with the bill, opposition lawmakers plan to seek amendments that could substantially alter the bill, for example by adding a requirement that the Brexit deal be put to voters in a new referendum, or by requiring the government to extend the transition period until a new trade deal with the EU has been agreed.

The government says such major amendments would wreck its legislation, and it would withdraw the bill if the opposition plan succeeds.

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Flags and an umbrella are tied to railings opposite Britain’s parliament buildings in London, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019.

47 attorneys general back antitrust probe into Facebook

By John Leicester The Associated Press NEW YORK — Facebook’s latest foes: nearly every U.S. state.

A state-level antitrust investigation into the social networking giant now has the backing of a bipartisan group of 47 attorneys general, New York Attorney General Letitia James said Tuesday.

The Democrat launched the probe last month with seven other states and the District of Columbia. It focuses on whether

SPACEWALK from page A1 have been two women outside at the same time ... For us, this is really just us doing our job.”

Meir and Koch are still uplifted by all the excitement down on Earth.

International Space Station resident Jessica Meir said Monday that when she floated outside last week, she wasn’t thinking about whether she was going out with a man or woman because everyone is held to the same standard.

Nonetheless, she said it was extra special being accompanied by Christina Koch, a close friend.

Koch said knowing so many

Facebook’s dominance is stifling competition, limiting choice for consumers and costing advertisers more money.

“Big Tech must account for its actions,” Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry, a Republican, said in a statement.

The group of attorneys general also worries about Facebook’s handling of customer data, James said. That drew scrutiny after firms were able to harvest information in attempts to influence the 2016 presidential election.

Facebook didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment.

The group backing the state-level probe by the seven states and Washington now includes 21 Democratic attorneys general, 18 Republicans and an independent from 39 states and Guam. The list also includes several states that cannot confirm their participation in pending investigations, James said.

Facebook and other tech giants have also been feeling the heat

from federal regulators. The Federal Trade Commission recently fined Facebook $5 billion for privacy violations, but consumer advocates and some public officials criticized that as too lenient.

A separate investigation, led

by Texas and supported by attorneys general from 48 states, Puerto Rico and Washington is looking at whether Google is engaging in monopolistic behavior with its dominant online search and advertising business.

District of Columbia Attorney General Karl Racine, a Democrat involved in both investigations, said in a statement that he wants to ensure Facebook is “giving a fair shake” to the American people.

“No company gets a pass if it throttles competitors and exploits consumers,” Racine said.

were so excited about two women spacewalking together “just added to the moment.” It was “uplifting,” she said, to have the opportunity to inspire future explorers.

Koch is a native of Jacksonville, N.C. and studied at N.C. State where she received degrees in physics and electrical engineering. She is also an alumnus of the N.C. School of Science and Mathematics in Durham.

Koch will spend nearly a year at the International Space Station, setting a record for women, remaining on board for about 11 months, until February — approaching but not quite breaking Scott Kelly’s 340-day U.S. record.

Koch knew before launching last month that her flight might stretch into 2020 and sought advice from Kelly as well as retired astronaut Peggy Whitson, the current record-holder for female space fliers.

Koch will break Whitson’s 288day record for the longest single spaceflight by a woman at the end of December.

“I hope that me being up here and giving my best every day is a way for me to say thank you to people like her,” Koch said in a NASA interview broadcast in April.

Koch and Meir don’t know when they might go out together again, perhaps in coming weeks or

months for more battery work.

“Hopefully it will become commonplace and it won’t even necessarily be something that’s a big deal down the road,” Koch said.

Until Friday, every spacewalk since the first in 1965 involved at least one man.

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine, meanwhile, hailed the “unmanned” spacewalk and noted the social media attention was tremendous.

“Wait until we land the first woman on the south pole of the moon,” Bridenstine said during the opening of the International Astronautical Congress in Washington.

Democrats will try to overturn tax deduction cap The Associated Press Washington, D.C. Senate Democrats are attempting to repeal an IRS regulation that is designed to keep people from exceeding the $10,000 limit on state and local tax deductions.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Tuesday said Democrats will force a vote to overturn the regulation through the Congressional Review Act. He says the vote will be Wednesday.

The vote takes aim at an IRS rule from June that prohibits states from creating charitable funds that taxpayers can contribute to in exchange for a state tax credit. The workaround gave residents in some states a way to get around the limit on socalled SALT deductions.

The 2017 GOP tax overhaul limited the amount of state and local taxes that taxpayers can write off.

Secret criteria for US no-fly list upheld by appeals court The Associated Press San Francisco The largely secret criteria for the U.S. government’s no-fly list have been upheld by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in a case involving four people who sued over being barred from flying.

The San Francisco Chronicle reports a threejudge panel ruled Monday that the government has gone as far as the law requires in explaining the listing of each plaintiff without breaching national security.

The no-fly list has prevented thousands of people from boarding commercial aircraft flying to, from or over the U.S. since 2001.

The four plaintiffs in the lawsuit are U.S. citizens with no criminal records who have been barred from flying for nine years or more.

They claim federal officials have offered only vague reasons for why they are on the list.

US endorses tobacco pouches as less risky than cigarettes The Associated Press Washington, D.C. For the first time, U.S. health regulators have endorsed a type of smokeless tobacco as a less harmful alternative to smoking.

Under Tuesday’s decision, Swedish Match will be able to advertise that its tobacco pouches carry a lower risk of cancer, bronchitis and other diseases than cigarettes.

It’s the first time the Food and Drug Administration has endorsed a tobacco product as a way to reduce the deadly impact of smoking.

Swedish Match has sold its tobacco pouches in the U.S. for more than a decade.

NASA is shooting for 2024 for the first lunar landing by astronauts since 1972.

During a news conference from orbit, Koch said she’s pleased that some outdated phrases — manned spaceflight, unmanned rockets — are being replaced.

“Even though that language is meant to represent all of humanity, it does conjure up images of men being the main participants,” she told reporters. “So I’ve been happy to see instances of people, human, humankind, things like that being introduced. So I just continue to use that language myself and to encourage its use in others.”

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October is American Cheese Month. According to the USDA, Americans consume over 34 pounds of cheese per person each year. We add it to soups, salads, and pizzas, but one of the most popular places to find cheese is on a juicy cheeseburger. North Carolina has great cheeseburgers from Murphy to Manteo, and every community has their local champion.

This week’s map looks at some old favorites, some new options and some hidden gems from across the Old North State.

WEST State grants $97K for building demolition Mitchell County The North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) awarded a $97,500 grant to Mitchell County to assist in the demolition and removal of 250,000 square feet of damaged concrete from the former Henredon manufacturing plant. The 14.71 acre site will then be available for future development. The project was the only one in the state approved by the Rural Demolition grant program, which supports clearing vacant buildings to help rehabilitate sites for future business development.

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Alabama FBI employee found dead Graham County Kathleen Polce Miller of Hunstville, Alabama, was found dead in the Big Santeetlah area of Graham County, police said. Miller was a forensic photographer for the FBI. Police said she was likely the victim of a drowning, but cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Law enforcement is investigating the incident from a “criminal standpoint,” according to investigators.

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Half million dollar grant will help BioNutra locate Caldwell County The state Rural Infrastructure Authority awarded a $500,000 grant to help renovate a 150,000 square foot building in Lenoir, which will be the future home of BioNutra, Inc., a biotech firm that produces generic probiotics, vitamins and dietary supplements. The move will create 64 jobs in the area and also includes private investment of $716,000 NC COMMERCE

Students moved to police station due to bomb threat Madison County Students from Brush Creek Elementary School and Madison Middle School were moved to the sheriff’s office last week due to safety concerns. A bomb threat was found written on a wall of a girls’ bathroom in the middle school.

Since both schools share a campus, students from both were evacuated to the police station, where lunches were prepared for them. A sweep of campus determined the threat was not credible.

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Wake County teacher accused indecent liberties with students

Ex-director of historic school charged with embezzling $175k Orange County Police in Hillsborough have charged the former executive director of a school with embezzling nearly $175,000 from the Civil War-era site. Ronda Tucker is accused of spending the money at restaurants, veterinary offices, airlines, Walmart, Target, Amazon, nail salons and pet stores. Tucker was fired from the Burwell School in June. The school didn’t put Tucker through the usual background check when she was first hired in 2016 because her job as a guide did not include financial responsibilities. Graebner said Tucker was given more responsibility over time.

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65 acres donated for conservation Richmond County Cheryl Halten Conlin of Richmond County donated a 65-acre property to the Salisbury-based Three Rivers Land Trust. The property is close to the Sandhills Gamelands and several other conservation easements. It will be restored to a longleaf pine savannah.

Longleaf pine forests are the natural habitat for many threatened species, including the bobwhite quail, pine barrens tree frog, southern hognose snake and red-cockaded woodpecker.

Wake County A Beaverdam Elementary School teacher is accused of “forcibly fondling” two 5th grade girls. Peter Moody, 39, of Knightdale, is charged with four counts of indecent liberties with children in Wake County. At his first court appearance, on Wednesday, the prosecutor also said Moody is accused of telling students that he was going to “hook up” with them when they turned 18. Moody, who joined the school in 2017, resigned in August.

Closing arguments up next in deadly prison breakout trial

Car chase leads to arrest of mom, 2 adult children Craven County Craven County Sheriff’s deputies say a mother and her two adult children are in jail after a car chase led them to their home. Deputies were trying to stop a car driven by Nathan Wood for a traffic violation on Thursday, but they chased him to a home, where deputies found Shirley Paul-Wood, 60, and Stacey Wood, 29, who were wanted on outstanding arrest warrants. Nathan Wood faces multiple charges, including felony fleeing to elude law enforcement.

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Governments in more NC counties qualify for Dorian aid

Guilford County A woman charged with kidnapping a 3-year-old girl is now accused of kidnapping another toddler. N’denezsia Lancaster, 22, of Greensboro, is now charged with second-degree kidnapping in addition to first-degree kidnapping.

She’s accused of snatching 3-year-old Ahlora Lindiment from an apartment merry-go-round last week. The girl was found safe the next day. Prosecutors say Lancaster previously took a 2-year-old girl from the same spot and returned her safely. Lancaster’s attorney, Daniel Harris, says Lancaster has bipolar disorder and requested a mental evaluation.

Greene County Local governments and state agencies in a dozen more eastern North Carolina counties can get help from the federal government to pay for debris removal and infrastructure repairs from Hurricane Dorian last month. The Federal Emergency Management Agency and Gov. Roy Cooper announced on Friday the expanded disaster declaration for what’s called public assistance.

Beaufort, Camden, Columbus, Greene, Hoke, Lenoir, Onslow, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Pitt, Robeson and Wayne counties bring to 26 the number eligible for reimbursement through the federal government.

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Pasquotank County Closing arguments are expected in the trial of an inmate accused of murder in a deadly attempted breakout that left four prison workers dead. Jurors on Thursday heard grisly details about the disturbance in a video interview. In the interview, Mikel Brady described striking prison guard Wendy Shannon until she stopped moving during the October 2017 escape attempt at Pasquotank Correctional Institution. Shannon, another guard, a maintenance worker and a sewing plant manager were killed in the disturbance.

Prisoners also set a fire as a diversion during the episode. Brady is the first of four inmates to be tried on murder charges.

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Cemetery cancels Halloweenthemed movie night Cumberland County A cemetery in Fayetteville has canceled plans for a Halloween-themed movie night after complaints from people with loved ones buried there. The free public event at Lafayette Memorial Park was going to include snacks and a kid-friendly film. When families’ concerns became obvious, the event was canceled “out of respect to all.” Sam Simpson, whose daughter is buried at the cemetery, said he and his family didn’t like the thought of crowds of people sitting around, possibly mistreating gravestones or leaving trash.

RALEIGH — North Carolina has some of the best overall internet connectivity rates in the Southeast, but some areas still have no internet access at broadband-speed levels, according to the Federal Communications Commission.

The areas with the least access to broadband internet in North Carolina are in low population, rural or economically-disadvantaged areas. The state’s Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) Program is seeking to change that.

“Broadband is an essential utility for all North Carolinians in today’s global economy, and the GREAT program is successfully delivering on the General Assembly’s promise to encourage and assist providers in deploying internet connectivity at the highest possible speeds,” said Rep. Dean Arp (R-Union), who has helped to spearhead the program on the House side.

The GREAT program provides grants to private providers of broadband services to facilitate the deployment of broadband service to unserved areas and funds eligible projects in economically distressed counties.

The overall thrust of the program is the use of existing infrastructure where possible to get broadband access into rural areas. The GREAT program is supposed to help communities work directly with providers to bring services in or to facilitate the leveraging of public-private partnerships to expand access.

Rural areas can expect broadband services with transmission speeds of at least 10 Mbps download, and at least 1 Mbps upload, but higher speeds in some areas may be possible.

The appeal of broadband access is clear for educational purposes in K-12 schools, but it also has benefits for households in terms of the ability to stream video for entertainment or for teleworking from one’s home.

The expansion of broadband can have a positive impact on economic prospects of an area by making a town or municipality more attractive to prospective employers. It can also enhance public safety and speed of communications for first responders, hospitals and government entities dealing with disaster situations.

“High-speed internet access is as critical to economic growth today as traditional utilities like roads, sewers, and electricity, and the GREAT program offers more North Carolina communities a link to a successful future in our

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rapidly growing state,” said Arp. A central qualification in applying for GREAT grants is providing evidence of need and of support for broadband expansion by a local government, the citizens in the area or other businesses and institutions, like schools or hospitals.

Grants are awarded on a points system that determines the percentage of the funding matched by the state. The points awarded are based on the cost and number of households and various entities are being served, minimum transfer rate speeds and how many partners are involved in the project.

During the broadband expansion process, it was found that even where there is existing broadband access, people have been slow to subscribe to it, so another side to the GREAT program is an attempt to increase broadband subscriber rates overall.

North Carolina has been expanding rural broadband and increasing connectivity since 2015. That year’s budget directed the state CIO to formulate a broadband plan.

In the 2017-2018 budget, the General Assembly included $10 million in grants to expand rural broadband. The current state budget increases that amount to $15 million.

“After only 1 year, the GREAT program has shown great success, but there is still much to do,” said Senate Majority Leader Harry Brown (R-Onslow).

Brown, like Arp, has been a major proponent of the GREAT program.

“The program originally opened only to Tier 1 counties to make sure the most economically-distressed counties were addressed first, but beginning in July 2020, the program will be open to Tier 2 counties, as well,” Brown said.

Twenty-one applicants in 19 counties received over $16.5 million in grants under the GREAT program in 2019.

State funds provided around $9.8 million and 14 private companies contributed close to $6.7 million.

The 19 counties receiving GREAT program grants are: Bertie, Bladen, Caswell, Chowan, Clay, Columbus, Gates, Greene, Halifax, Hertford, Jackson, Jones, Lenoir, Macon, McDowell, Northampton, Person, Swain and Vance.

An estimated 9,800 households have broadband access as a result of the GREAT program. In addition, access will be expanded to an estimated 590 businesses, community-related offices and schools.

The program is expected to spend $30 million over the next two years and $150 million in the next 10 years.

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EDITORIAL | FRANK HILL

What if China had colonized America?

Freedom of thought is poison to any dictatorial regime.

Freethinkers must be eradicated at all costs.

LISTENING TO DEMOCRAT CANDIDATES for president makes one think America is a terrible place to live. Income inequality, racism, no single-payer health care system, reckless environmental pollution …

America must be the worst country in the world to live in today.

Care to guess what would be worse? What if China had colonized the New World from the West Coast first before the Europeans ever landed at Jamestown or Plymouth Rock? What type of government and society would we have today?

We might be Hong Kong trying to establish its independence from communist China. Worse than that, we probably would never have become a free democratic republic in the first place because our Chinese founders would have had no conception of what individual freedom was supposed to look and act like in a free society.

Had the Ming Dynasty wanted to find a short route to Europe, the emperor of China in 1500 might have sent explorers to the east across the Pacific Ocean. By mistake, they would have bumped into the New World and paved the way to set up a new kingdom in the name of the Ming Dynasty. The ruling potentate, colonists and armies would have been loyal subjects to the emperor of China and all aspects of Colonial life would have mirrored life in China.

Not unlike the English Colonies that were set up on the East Coast.

Many of the early colonies were sponsored by a king or queen of a European country ostensibly to find gold and silver mines rumored to be all over the New World, including North Carolina. Americans were treated as royal subjects under British army rule until 1775.

Perhaps dissidents would have escaped China and sailed across the gigantic and dangerous Pacific Ocean to leave oppression and misery behind. Again, just like the Puritans, Huguenots and any number of Europeans who wanted to escape religious or ethnic persecution in order to live a free, albeit not very safe, new life across the Atlantic.

Compared to our history, was there ever any chance that Chinese explorers or rebels would have established a free democratic republic on the West Coast?

No. Zero chance in fact.

Where would Chinese colonists have come up with any of the philosophical ideas that would have led to a democratic republic in the first place? Where in Chinese history would any idea of individual freedom have come from?

Chinese rulers have systematically exterminated citizens who exhibited free thought capabilities. As recently as 1966-76, Chairman Mao boasted about burying alive 46,000 Chinese scholars and philosophers during the so-called “Great Leap Forward.”

Freedom of thought is poison to any dictatorial regime. Freethinkers must be eradicated at all costs.

Chinese culture dates back at least 5,000 years. Chinese rulers over five millennia have extirpated the DNA for free thinkers in China thereby rendering the chances of a Chinese equivalent of John Locke emerging to write about the right to own property next to zero. No Chinese philosopher wrote about the Adam Smith “invisible hand” of capitalism that helps everyone as entrepreneurs pursue their dreams.

Instead, they extol the virtues of collectivism serving the monarch or communist party.

The structure and very fabric of our American way of life are dependent on our founders’ understanding of the philosophies of Socrates, Aristotle, Plato, Epicurus, Epictetus, Augustine, Aquinas, Mill and Kant. None of which was available to any Chinese citizen over the past 2,000 years and is probably not available today.

The democratic republic of the United States of America may have its faults, faults we all try to correct every day. But we still have freedom, unlike what would have happened had China had its way with the New World half a millennium ago.

We could be Hong Kong. Or far worse, we could be Chinese subjects.

Think about that before you vote for more socialism instead of more freedom.

EDITORIAL | STACEY MATTHEWS

Women politicians standing up to presidents, and how the media treated them

“The news media hails Speaker Pelosi as a hero for pointing her finger at President Trump but when I stood up to Barack Obama I was vilified as rude and racist.”

AS USUAL, there was high drama in Washington, D.C., last week, and it centered around a White House meeting on Syria that went south fast.

Democrat House and Senate leaders stormed out of the meeting and right into the waiting arms of reporters eager to find out what happened. “[President Trump] was insulting, particularly to the speaker,” Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) claimed.

“What we witnessed on the part of the president was a meltdown, sad to say” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) added.

It was her description of him as having a “meltdown” that prompted Trump to post an image to his Twitter account hours later of Pelosi standing up in a room full of men, finger pointed at Trump as he remained seated.

Trump described the picture as “Nervous Nancy’s unhinged meltdown!”

In response, Pelosi’s staff made the picture her cover photo on her Twitter page. Praise poured in from Democrats for Pelosi for “standing up” against the president.

The national media, of course, swooned.

MSNBC’s Lester Holt reported, “The photo instantly [became] a new and powerful symbol of their power struggle.” Colleague Andrea Mitchell gushed that Pelosi “immediately turned it into a badge of courage and her cover photo.”

CNN journalist Dana Bash couldn’t get enough of the image. “I mean, look at that photo of one woman standing up and, you know, giving it to the president of the United States at a table of all men there. I mean, of course she’s going to own that.”

The media, naturally, were willing to help her “own that,” too.

But images of a woman standing up to a president haven’t always been treated with such reverence by the mainstream media, and we don’t have to reach back decades for examples.

A photo was taken in 2012 of then-Gov. Jan Brewer, an Arizona Republican, during a brief interaction she had with President Barack Obama on an airport tarmac in Phoenix.

Brewer was pointing her finger in Obama’s face as he stood over her,

looking down at her slightly due to his height advantage.

“Who have you ever seen talking to the president like this?” NBC’s Brian Williams wondered at the time.

The Mercury News reported: “Finger-wagging Arizona governor says Obama was the disrespectful one.”

“Should Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer apologize for pointing her finger in President Obama’s face?” was a poll question on MSNBC’s website.

“Even if you don’t like someone, you don’t do that. That’s the general consensus,” noted a concerned Don Lemon on CNN. Jonathan Capehart, columnist for the liberally biased Washington Post, was outraged. “A lot of people saw it as her wagging her finger at this president who’s also black, who should not be there,” he asserted, clearly appalled.

They’ll tell you “context matters” here, but that’s simply not true.

For example, the context for most Republican criticism of Obama was legitimate disagreement over his policy ideas, but the media had different ideas.

At the bare minimum, they treated criticism of Obama as Republicans reflexively trying to “obstruct” the agenda of a man whom the media adored. At worst, they painted the criticism as boiling down to racism, as if Republicans would have treated a white Democratic president with the same ideas (Obamacare, etc.) any differently.

So even if the situations between Brewer and Obama versus Pelosi and Trump were exactly the same, Brewer still would have gotten the same nasty treatment.

“The news media hails Speaker Pelosi as a hero for pointing her finger at President Trump but when I stood up to Barack Obama I was vilified as rude and racist. Such hypocrites!” Brewer tweeted Thursday.

Unfortunately, she’s right. The press has one standard for Republicans and a completely different and far more accommodating standard for Democrats.

Stacey Matthews is a veteran blogger who has also written under the pseudonym Sister Toldjah and is a regular contributor to Red State and Legal Insurrection.

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NUMBER OF THE DAY | SCOTT RASMUSSEN

91% Ninety-one percent of voters nationwide are proud to be an American.

NINETY-ONE PERCENT of voters nationwide are proud to be an American. A ScottRasmussen.com national survey found that total includes 67% who are “Very Proud” of the affiliation.

Ninety-three percent of white voters have such pride. So do 89% of Hispanic voters and 87% of black voters. That pride is felt by 97% of Republicans, 87% of Democrats, and 90% of independents.

One possible reason for the pride is that people tend to believe the United States does

a pretty good job in terms of living up to our nation’s founding ideals.

Eighty-four percent think the U.S. currently does a pretty good job when it comes to freedom.

Seventy percent think it does at least a decent job when it comes to self-governance.

Sixty-two percent say the same about equality.

In all three areas, however, solid majorities expect the nation to do even better in the future.

COLUMN | MICHAEL BARONE

Westerville debate leaves Democratic race wider open

The Democratic Party has, since its founding in 1832, been a coalition of out-groups, of people who are considered atypical Americans but can, if they stick together, be a national majority.

THE WORLD’S OLDEST POLITICAL PARTY set an all-time record last Tuesday night, with 12 presidential candidates on a single stage in Westerville, Ohio. That’s a suburb of Columbus, the fastest-growing big metro area in the Midwest, in Franklin County, which voted Republican in every presidential election but one for a half-century (194492) but has voted Democratic in the six elections since.

It’s an apt location for a party increasingly dependent on and dominated by white collegegraduate voters, even as it has lost ground in heartland factory towns and blue-collar precincts.

As I argue in my just-published book, “How America’s Political Parties Change (And How They Don’t),” the Democratic Party has, since its founding in 1832, been a coalition of out-groups, of people who are considered atypical Americans but can, if they stick together, be a national majority.

But holding these disparate groups together can be tricky since they often disagree on important issues.

Poignant example: flailing candidate Beto O’Rourke’s insistence on denying tax exemptions to churches that don’t support same-sex marriage.

That could close down lots of historically black churches, Orthodox synagogues and Muslim mosques.

So you have a clear-cut disagreement between two overwhelmingly Democratic constituencies: secularminded white college grads and traditionally religious black church members.

National Democrats, eager to include even splinter groups, concocted rules allowing candidates polling at only 2 percent on the debate stage — which incentivizes those with little support to attack a frontrunner. In the first three debates, the target was Joe Biden. In Westerville, it was Elizabeth Warren.

Warren’s support comes disproportionately from white college grads, and her “I have a plan for that” proposals, while theoretically aimed at those with modest incomes, have appealed mostly to the upscale.

But her specificity vanishes when it comes to the price tag for her version of Bernie Sanders’ original “Medicare for All.” Pete Buttigieg, doing well with high-education Iowans, challenged her stubborn, Trump-like refusal to admit, as Sanders does, that middle-class “taxes will go up.” “No plan has been laid out to explain how a multitrillion-dollar hole in this Medicare for All plan that Sen. Warren is putting forward,” the South Bend mayor said in his attack. “I’m sorry, Elizabeth,” Amy Klobuchar, who hasn’t clicked in the polls, chimed in. “I think we owe it to the American people

to tell them where we’re gonna send the invoice.”

The closest Warren came to responding was when she said, “Costs will go up for the wealthy and for big corporations, and for hard-working middle-class families, costs will go down.” She shows obvious relish in proposing a 3% wealth tax on the very rich as well as federal and worker oversight of large corporations.

It’s “wokenomics,” said liberal commentator Van Jones.

But that “urge to punish” — a phrase from the New York Post’s Michael Goodwin — can seem unattractive and may repel otherwise-liberal voters in the most affluent suburbs, where Sanders support flagged four years ago.

Going into the debate, Warren looked wellpositioned to gobble up votes that had gone to Sanders before his Oct. 1 heart attack. But while Warren was pushed on the defensive, Sanders spoke loudly and vigorously, and he was endorsed by freshmen Reps.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar last weekend. It looks like Warren will continue to face strong opposition from the socialist left.

Other Democrats were tussling over other issues that tend to pit one Democratic constituency against another. Cory Booker backed taxpayer-paid abortions while Tulsi Gabbard, echoing 1990s Bill Clinton, said abortion should be “safe, legal and rare.” Buttigieg, while rejecting Medicare for All, praised the assault weapons ban and called for packing the Supreme Court, which Biden loudly opposed.

For two generations, Democrats have been skeptical about many military interventions and usually supportive of free speech. At this debate, Biden and Buttigieg decried President Donald Trump’s Syria troop withdrawal over Gabbard’s strong disagreement. For reasons that remain unclear, Kamala Harris repeated her call for Twitter to close down Trump’s account — something many Republicans wish had been done some time ago but that suggests a disturbing relish for suppressing speech. Biden was questioned, gingerly, about his son Hunter Biden’s $600,000 Ukrainian gas company gig — a subject Democrats and NBC anchors seem desperate to avoid.

Last week, I wrote that Elizabeth Warren was the Democrats’ faute de mieux front-runner. We’re still waiting to see who, if anyone, is mieux.

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.”

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Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., left, former Vice President Joe Biden, center, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., raise their hands to speak during a Democratic presidential primary debate hosted by CNN/New York Times at Otterbein University, Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, in Westerville, Ohio.

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WALTER E. WILLIAMS

U.S. in moral decline Last week, U.S. Attorney General William Barr told a University of Notre Dame Law School audience that attacks on religious liberty have contributed to a moral decline that’s in part manifested by increases in suicides, mental illness and drug addiction. Barr said that our moral decline is not random but “organized destruction.” Namely that “Secularists and their allies have marshaled all the forces of mass communication, popular culture, the entertainment industry, and academia in an unremitting assault on religion and traditional values.”

The attorney general is absolutely correct. Whether we have the stomach to own up to it or not, we have become an immoral people left with little more than the pretense of morality. The left’s attack on religion is just the tiny tip of the iceberg in our nation’s moral decline.

You say: “That’s a pretty heavy charge, Williams. You’d better be prepared to back it up with evidence!” I’ll try with a few questions for you to answer.

Do you believe that it is moral and just for one person to be forcibly used to serve the purposes of another? And, if that person does not peaceably submit to such use, do you believe that there should be the initiation of force against him?

Neither question is complex and can be answered by either a yes or no. For me, the answer is no to both questions. I bet that nearly every college professor, politician or even minister could not give a simple yes or no response.

A no answer, translated to public policy, would slash the federal budget by no less than two-thirds to three-quarters. After all most federal spending consist of taking the earnings of one American to give to another American in the form of farm subsidies, business bailouts, aid to higher education, welfare and food stamps. Keep in mind that Congress has no resources of its own.

Plus, there’s no Santa Claus or tooth fairy that gives Congress resources.

Thus, the only way that Congress can give one American a dollar is to first, through intimidation and coercion, confiscate that dollar from some other American.

Such actions by the U.S. Congress should offend any sense of moral decency. If you’re a Christian or a Jew, you should be against the notion of one American living at the expense of some other American.

When God gave Moses the Eighth Commandment — “Thou shalt not steal” — I am sure that He did not mean thou shalt not steal unless there is a majority vote in the U.S. Congress. By the way, I do not take this position because I don’t believe in helping our fellow man.

I believe that helping those in need by reaching into one’s own pocket to do is praiseworthy and laudable.

But helping one’s fellow man in need by reaching into somebody else’s pockets to do so is worthy of condemnation.

We must own up to the fact that laws and regulations alone cannot produce a civilized society.

Morality is society’s first line of defense against uncivilized behavior.

Religious teachings, one way of inculcating morality, have been under siege in our country for well over a half a century. In the name of not being judgmental and the vision that one lifestyle or set of values is just as good as another, traditional moral absolutes have been abandoned as guiding principles. We no longer hold people accountable for their behavior and we accept excuses. The moral problems Barr mentioned in his speech, plus murder, mayhem and other forms of anti-social behavior, will continue until we regain our moral footing.

In 1798, John Adams, a leading founding father and our second president said: “Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” I am all too afraid that a historian, writing a few hundred years from now, will note that the liberty American enjoyed was simply a historical curiosity. Then it all returned to mankind’s normal state of affairs — arbitrary abuse and control by the powerful elite.

Walter E. Williams is a professor of economics at George Mason University.

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Japanese Emperor Naruhito ascends Chrysanthemum Throne The Associated Press TOKYO — Three booming cheers of “Banzai!” rang out Tuesday at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo as Naruhito formally declared his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne as the nation’s 126th emperor.

As a driving autumn rain briefly gave way to sunshine and 2,000 guests looked on, Naruhito pledged at an elaborate, ritual-laden enthronement ceremony to serve as a symbol of the state for his people.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe congratulated him and led the cheers of “Banzai,” which traditionally means “10,000 years.”

The enthronement ceremony is the high point of several succession rituals that began in May when Naruhito inherited the throne after the abdication of Akihito, his father.

Naruhito leads the world’s oldest hereditary monarchy, which historians say goes back 1,500 years.

The short ceremony, which some critics say was largely meant to allow Abe’s ultra-conservative government to win public support, was

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Japan’s Emperor Naruhito, center, leaves at the end of the enthronement ceremony where he officially proclaimed his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019. marked by extraordinary contrasts: the rhythmic shuffle of dozens of

court dignitaries’ long, stiff, antiquated robes as they brushed over

Canada’s Trudeau wins 2nd term but nation more divided

By Robert Gilles The Associated Press TORONTO — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau won a second term in a stronger-than-expected showing in Canada’s national elections, claiming a “clear mandate” Tuesday despite a Parliament and nation increasingly fractured along regional lines.

Trudeau’s Liberal Party took the most seats in Parliament but lost its majority in Monday’s balloting. That means it will have to rely on an opposition party to pass legislation.

The prime minister’s early morning address to supporters came as his Conservative rival, Andrew Scheer, had just begun speaking to his own backers, forcing TV networks to break away from Scheer.

But the prime minister struck a conciliatory note: “To those who did not vote for us, know that we will work every single day for you, we will govern for everyone.”

With results still trickling in, the Liberals had 157 seats — 13 short of the 170 needed for a majority in the 338-seat House of Commons — and the Conservatives had 121.

While Trudeau claimed a mandate, his party won fewer raw votes nationally than the Conservatives did, and failed to win a single seat in the west-

ern provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan, where the Conservatives dominated.

There is a growing outrage in Alberta, home to the third-largest oil reserves in the world, over Trudeau’s inability to get a pipeline built to the Pacific Coast so that Alberta’s oil can command a higher price.

“To Canadians in Alberta and Saskatchewan,” he said after his victory, “know that you are an essential part of our great country. I have heard your frustration, and I want to be there to support you. Let us all work hard to bring our country together.”

At the same time, Trudeau said Canadians elected a progressive government that will fight climate change.

That means he will keep a national carbon tax in place that has also angered western Canada.

In what was supposed to be a concession speech, Scheer said the results showed Trudeau was much weakened since his 2015 election, when pundits had predicted the beginning of another Trudeau dynasty. Trudeau’s father, Pierre, was prime minister from 1968 to 1984, apart from a brief interruption in 1979-80.

“Conservatives have put Justin Trudeau on notice,” Scheer said. “And Mr. Trudeau, when your government falls, Conservatives will be ready, and

mats leading to the throne room, and the thunder of cannon salutes reverberating through the palace.

The ceremony began with the sound of a bell. Naruhito, wearing a formal brownish-orange robe that was dyed in sappanwood and Japanese wax tree bark and a black headdress decorated with an upright tail, then stood perfectly still while a pair of black-robed chamberlains pulled aside and secured the purple curtains surrounding the throne.

The throne, called “Takamikura,” is a 21-foot high decorative structure resembling a gazebo. It was taken apart in 3,000 pieces and transported last year from the former Imperial Palace in Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto, where emperors lived until 150 years ago, and reassembled and repaired with new lacquer coatings.

“I hereby proclaim to those inside and outside of the country that I have been enthroned,” Naruhito said. “I hereby swear that I will act according to the constitution and fulfill my responsibility as the symbol of the state and of the unity of the people of Japan, while always praying for the happiness of the people and the peace of the world as I always stand with the people.”

The White House said in a statement that President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump offered their “warmest congratulations” to the people of Japan on

we will win.”

Canada was also further divided by the electoral success of the separatist Bloc Quebecois in the French-speaking province of Quebec. The Bloc won 32 of the province’s 78 districts, up from 10.

The party, however, didn’t talk about separatism during the campaign and is not expected to seek a referendum for independence from Canada.

Trudeau, 47, prevailed after a series of scandals that diminished his rockstar appeal from 2015 and tarnished his image as a liberal icon.

Old photos of him in blackface and brownface surfaced last month, and Trudeau was also accused of bullying his female attorney general into dropping the prosecution of a Canadian engineering company.

Also, environmentalists have accused him of betrayal for spending billions to buy the pipeline in a so-far unsuccessful bid to get the stalled project moving again. It has been held up by environmental opposition and court challenges.

“I’m surprised at how well Trudeau has done,” said Nelson Wiseman, a political science professor at the University of Toronto. “I don’t think anybody expected Trudeau to get a majority, but they (the Liberals) are not that far off.”

Trudeau’s Liberals are likely to rely on the New Democrats to form a new government and pass legislation. That will further alienate Western Canada because New Democrat leader Jagmeet Singh is against the pipeline project.

the occasion. Trump said Naruhito’s imperial era comes at a time the bonds between the two allies “have never been stronger.”

Trump was the first state guest of Naruhito when he and the first lady visited Japan in May just weeks after the succession.

Japanese Emperor Naruhito and his wife, Masako, are hosting a palace banquet for some 400 guests including foreign royals and dignitaries following his enthronement ceremony.

Naruhito changed into a formal tailcoat decorated with medals, while Masako wore a long white dress and a tiara. They greeted their guests before they started a seated dinner of Japanese cuisine.

Guests included Prince Charles of Britain, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei, King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spand, and King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands.

Earlier Tuesday, Naruhito, dressed in a traditional costume, proclaimed himself as Japan’s 126th emperor at the Imperial Palace, months after he succeeded the Chrysanthemum Throne in May after his father abdicated.

Naruhito, who studied at Oxford, is a historian, a viola player and an expert on water transport. Naruhito’s wife, Masako, is a Harvard-educated former diplomat.

Louvre exhibit acclaims Da Vinci, 500 years after his death The Associated Press PARIS — Much about Leonardo Da Vinci remains an enigma: the smile of the “Mona Lisa”; why the world’s most famous painter left so many works unfinished; and more recently, who bought the contentious “Salvator Mundi.”

A new exhibit at the Louvre, however, opening Thursday and marking the 500th anniversary of the Italian master’s death, tries to sketch out as complete a picture of the artist and thinker as possible.

Drawing from the Louvre’s permanent collection and institutions around the world, the exhibit brings together some 160 works. They include Da Vinci masterpieces, dozens of studies and scientific sketches, and pieces by other artists in Da Vinci’s orbit. Visitors can also experience a virtual reality portion of the exhibit that delves into the story behind the “Mona Lisa.”

“We wished, in order to pay homage to the artist, to be able to show the entirety of Leonardo Da Vinci’s career and his development and to explain, ultimately, the sense of his life,” curator Vincent Delieuvin told The Associated Press.

The exhibit runs through Feb. 24, 2020. Visitors must reserve tickets online in advance, and the Louvre said it has already pre-sold 220,000 tickets as of Monday morning.

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SPORTS

NC Courage look to repeat as NWSL champions, B4

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Duke has won three straight matchups against North Carolina and claimed the Victory Bell five times in the last seven years, including after last season’s 42-35 win at Wallace Wade Stadium.

Despite losses, Duke-UNC game still has significance

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App State up to 21st, Wake re-enters AP poll New York Appalachian State was rewarded for its first win as a ranked team, moving up to No. 21 in the latest AP Top 25 poll after beating LouisianaMonroe 52-7 to improve to 6-0 on the season. The Mountaineers are one of 10 unbeaten teams in FBS. Wake Forest bounced back from its first loss of the season and returned to the poll at No. 25 following a 22-20 home win over Florida State. Both the Demon Deacons (6-1) and Mountaineers are off this week.

Clemson, among the unbeatens, slid to fourth, trailing Alabama, LSU and Ohio State.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL

Michigan State No. 1 in preseason hoops poll; Duke 4th, UNC 9th New York Michigan State topped 60 of 65 ballots in The AP Top 25 men’s basketbal preseason poll, easily outdistancing No. 2 Kentucky and No. 3 Kansas as the only other teams to receive firstplace votes. Duke was fourth and North Carolina was ninth.

Virginia, the defending NCAA champions, is ranked 11th.

Davidson received 34 votes, the 31st-most, while NC State received three votes.

NASCAR

NASCAR closes $2B deal for International Speedway Corp.

Daytona Beach, Fla. NASCAR closed its $2 billion purchase of International Speedway Corp. on Friday, bringing under the sanctioning body’s control 12 tracks that include Daytona and Talladega.

The merger was announced in May and approved last week.

NASCAR chairman and CEO Jim France will continue in the same role. Absent from the leadership is Brian France, who had led NASCAR until he was arrested for drunken driving in August 2018. He took an indefinite leave of absence that soon become permanent, though France stands to receive more than $71 million for his ISC shares.

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Washington Nationals shortstop Trea Turner wears an NC State football helmet as he celebrates with teammates after winning a NL Wild Card game against the Brewers earlier this month.

Turner played his college ball with the Wolfpack.

World Series stars came through North Carolina on their way up The Astros and Nationals both have several connections to N.C.

By Shawn Krest North State Journal On June 26, 2009, the Durham Bulls were playing a weekend series in Toledo, but more than 5,600 people packed their home stadium to watch college kids play an exhibition.

Team USA — an all-star team of college players — had the second game of its weeklong series with the Canadian national team.

The U.S. would sweep the fivegame series, winning three at the DBAP and two in Cary.

The Friday game was the one to remember, however. More fans attended that contest than the other four combined, and a big reason was the man on the mound.

Gerrit Cole, then a freshman at UCLA, had a dominant night, showing why the Yankees drafted him in the first round coming out of high school the year before, offering him $4 million to skip college, and why he’d be the top overall pick in the 2011 draft.

Cole went 6 2/3 shutout innings, allowing three hits, one walk and striking out 12.

Years later, the DBAP was still using a cardboard cutout of Cole from that game to sell tickets to

The Blue Devils and Tar Heels could have been battling for first in the ACC’s Coastal Division, but they are instead clawing for bowl eligibility

By Brett Friedlander North State Journal

Team USA games.

Cole went 4-0 for Team USA that year with a 1.06 ERA and struck out 46 of the 106 batters he faced.

The following year, Cole didn’t make it back to the DBAP, but he pitched at the national team complex in Cary and put up a 2-0 mark with a 0.72 ERA. He was joined on that team by position player Anthony Rendon, who hit .500 for the national team in two games played, including a 1-for-3 performance with one RBI in an exhibition game against the SwampDogs in Fayetteville.

Both Cole and Rendon will play a key role in the World Series this year, as the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals meet. The two free-agents-to-be are among a handful of participants with local connections and among the most prominent.

Cole, the likely American League Cy Young winner, has won 16 straight decisions. Rendon, a dark horse candidate for NL MVP, led the league with 126 RBIs and 44 doubles.

Shortstop Trea Turner will most likely be at the top of the Nationals order for the World Series games.

The shortstop played his college ball at NC State and had 35 steals and 19 home runs for the Nats this season despite missing 40 games

For a while there, Saturday’s football game between North Carolina and Duke was shaping up to be an extremely meaningful affair.

Not as meaningful as when the neighboring rivals play in basketball, mind you.

But if the Tar Heels and Blue Devils had both won their respective games last week, this one would have been for first place in the ACC’s Coastal Division.

Even though neither did thanks to losses in the state of Virginia, relegating the matchup back to one of local interest, there’s still plenty for which to play. Not only are both still mathematically in the division race, they both still have work to do to accomplish the goal of bowl eligibility.

And, oh yeah, there’s that little matter of the Victory Bell and the shade of blue it’s painted when it’s rolled out of Kenan Stadium on Saturday night.

“We’re going to have to pick it up since we know they’re going to pick it up,” UNC coach Mack Brown said of Duke at his regular weekly press conference on Monday.

“Because they’re disappointed in their performance Saturday in Virginia.”

The Blue Devils (4-3, 2-2 ACC) were on the short end of a 48-14 whipping at the hands of Coastal favorite Virginia in Charlottesville, a game their coach David Cutcliffe summed up as “horrific.”

It’s the kind of beatdown that can linger with a team that had been playing well coming into the game. But Cutcliffe doesn’t foresee that as being a problem this time because of the opponent that’s waiting for Duke in its next game.

“When you have a big game, you better turn it around,” Cutcliffe said Tuesday.

“What I told them up there Saturday night (was that) this has been a horrific setback today and it was. It hurt. But it can’t be a setback tomorrow.

“I thought they did a good job. Certainly knowing that you’re playing a rival and another conference game you don’t have the luxury to let it linger.”

The same can be said for the Tar Heels, whose 43-41 loss at Virginia Tech in six overtimes might have been even more difficult to get over.

UNC (3-4, 2-2) had several chances to win in the extra periods, twice missing field goals that would have clinched the game — a factor that has led Brown to change kick-

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“We haven’t had a good record against Duke the last seven years, so we need to pick it up and start worrying about next week.”

Mack Brown, UNC coach

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10.23.19

TRENDING

Kyle Allen: Panthers coach Ron Rivera ended any suspense over his quarterback situation Monday by declaring Allen the team’s starter when the Panthers visit the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers this Sunday. Allen is 4-0 as Carolina’s starter this season since taking over for the injured Cam Newton. Rivera said Newton will work with trainers this week at practice but wouldn’t say how much Newton will practice. Newton has missed four games with a mid-foot sprain and hasn’t practiced since a Week 2 loss to Tampa Bay. Zion Williamson: The NBA’s first overall pick will miss the start of the season after he had right knee surgery, sidelining the hyped New Orleans Pelicans rookie for nearly two months. Williamson had his torn right lateral meniscus repaired on Monday. The club says his recovery will last six to eight weeks. The 6-foot-6, 285-pound former Duke star averaged 23.2 points in four preseason games.

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RUNNING

Four-time Olympian and New York City Marathon champion Shalane Flanagan is retiring from competitive running. The 38-year-old Flanagan, who won NCAA cross country titles in 2002 and 2003 at North Carolina, made the announcement Monday. She was the first woman to break 2 hours, 50 minutes in the marathon, won a silver medal in the 10,000 meters at the 2008 Olympics and in 2017 became the first American woman in 40 years to win the New York Marathon.

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“We will not be an active player (in free agency).”

Hornets general manager Mitch Kupchak on the team’s plan to build a sustainable contender without spending big next summer.

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Clint Bowyer: The 40-year-old reached an agreement with Stewart-Haas Racing to return to the No. 14 Ford next season. Bowyer has been with SHR for three of his 15 seasons in the Cup Series. His extension, announced Thursday, came three days before he was eliminated from the playoffs at Kansas in his home state.

Bowyer was hired to replace team coowner Tony Stewart following Stewart’s retirement after the 2016 season. He made his 500th career start last weekend and has twice qualified for the playoffs driving for SHR.

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MLB

“This doesn’t hurt any.”

Kannapolis’ Daniel Hemric after he won the pole at Kansas last weekend.

The Richard Childress Racing No. 8 crashed and finished 31st.

PRIME NUMBER

Major League Baseball umpire Eric Cooper, who worked the AL Division Series just two weeks ago, has died at 52. Cooper, who had knee surgery earlier in the week, died after having a blood clot. He made his debut in the majors in 1996 and permanently joined the staff in 1999.

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Tiger Woods played for the first time since having a fifth surgery on his left knee, winning $60,000 in “The Challenge: Japan Skins” on Monday.

Woods’ longtime friend Jason Day won $210,000, besting Woods, Rory McIlroy ($60,000) and Hideki Matsuyama ($20,000).

NASCAR

3 Combined goals for forwards Sebastian Aho, Nino Niederreiter and Andrei Svechnikov for the 6-3-0 Hurricanes through nine games. All three of those goals — two for Aho and one for Svechnikov — have been scored into an empty net.

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Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR Cup Series playoff race at Kansas Speedway on Sunday, holding off Chase Elliott on a second overtime restart. Elliott managed to finish second and edged Brad Keselowski to advance to the Round of 8. William Byron, Alex Bowman and Clint Bowyer joined Keselowski in being eliminated from the title chase.

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Former Panthers, NC college players popular in first XFL Draft League will begin play in early 2020

By Shawn Krest North State Journal Like it or not, the XFL is back.

Vince McMahon’s renegade football league will begin play in early 2020, and the XFL Draft was held last week, with several names football fans in the state will recognize being selected.

Each of the eight teams were assigned a starting quarterback.

Then the draft went by position group, with a 10-round skill position player draft leading things off.

That was followed by 10 rounds each for offensive linemen, defensive front seven and defensive backs. The draft concluded with 30 rounds of open selections to fill out each team’s 71-man roster.

Eleven players with connections to North Carolina were selected in the skill position draft. Five local players went in the offensive line draft, three in the front seven rounds and 10 in the defensive back selections.

Houston made the second overall pick and chose quarterback Connor Cook, who spent last season on the Carolina Panthers’ practice squad.

The Houston Roughnecks added Wake Forest center Ryan Anderson in the eighth round of the offensive line draft and NC A&T cornerback Deji Olatoye with the third overall pick in the DB draft.

With the sixth pick in the open draft portion of the day, Houston added one of the bigger names on the board, selecting former Carolina Panthers defensive end Kony Ealy. A second-rounder in the 2014 NFL Draft, Ealy had 14 sacks in three seasons with the Panthers.

Houston then looked to the smaller schools in North Carolina, adding Mars Hill defensive end Johnny Maxey, Catawba wide receiver Sam Mobley and Western

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Former North Carolina running back Elijah Hood was the eighth skill position player picked in the XFL Draft, selected by the Los Angeles Wildcats.

Carolina safety Fred Payne in later rounds of the open draft.

The Los Angeles Wildcats also looked to the state for their first round pick. L.A. picked former UNC running back Elijah Hood with the eighth overall skill position pick.

The Wildcats started the second round by taking wide receiver Rashad Ross, who spent training camp with the Panthers this season before getting cut when the team got down to the final 53-man roster.

In the eighth round of the skill position draft, Los Angeles selected another wide receiver with Panthers ties. Keyarris Garrett spent 2016 and 2017 on the team’s practice squad.

L.A. used its first-round pick in the DB draft to take former NC State corner Jack Tocho. In the

third round, the Wildcats took N.C. Central corner CJ Moore.

Then it was back to the Wolfpack in the ninth round to take Mike Stevens.

In the open draft, Los Angeles took a former NC State quarterback in Jalan McClendon, who transferred to Baylor after backing up Ryan Finley.

The Dallas Renegades pulled another big Carolina Panther name from the past in the third round of the skill player draft, choosing running back Cameron Artis-Payne.

Artis-Payne rushed for 491 yards and five touchdowns for the Panthers from 2015 to 2018 as a backup running back.

Dallas took ECU quarterback Philip Nelson in the seventh round of the skill position draft. Then it was back to the Panthers for the

front seven, taking defensive end Frank Alexander in the seventh round. Alexander played 29 games for Carolina from 2012 to 2015.

The Renegades combined their two North Carolina sources in the fifth round of the DB draft, taking former ECU cornerback and 2018 Panther Josh Hawkins.

The Seattle Dragons were the next team to go after a former Panther, taking receiver Fred Ross, who spent 2017 and part of 2018 on the team’s injured reserve, in the third round.

Seattle took App State receiver Malachi Jones in the 10th round and former Tar Heel receiver Austin Proehl in the open draft.

The St. Louis BattleHawks took 2014 Panthers practice-squadder Marcus Lucas, a receiver/tight end, in the sixth round of the skill position draft and 2013-14 Pan-

Cup racing was right to add playoffs Brian France’s vision, which became reality in 2004, has brought more drama to NASCAR’s top series

By Jenna Fryer The Associated Press CHARLOTTE — Spoilers, tension, a sense of urgency. Heroes, villains.

The NASCAR playoffs are playing out with all the drama Brian France envisioned for the elimination-style playoff system he helped launch in 2004.

After multiple tweaks and changes since then, the NASCAR postseason now has what France liked to call “Game 7 moments,” the kind of I-shouldn’t-miss-this attraction for fans that comes with, say, the Final Four, the NFL playoffs or October baseball. This year, this tension has been building since the playoffs began six weeks ago, and the elimination race at Kansas Speedway over the weekend — with a wild finish that went into double overtime — did not disappoint.

Chase Elliott basically had to win Sunday to keep his title hopes alive; short of that, he needed a total collapse from someone ahead of him in the standings. Well, he nearly won the race but finished second to Denny Hamlin and still advanced because Brad Keselowski fell apart.

As Elliott was charging to the front of the field, Keselowski was literally falling backward in a fascinating split-screen showcase of the drivers’ push for the final spot in the round of eight.

Neither driver was predicted to be in that position — both Keselowski and Elliott went into the playoffs as legitimate championship contenders — but Kyle Larson and Ryan Blaney both grabbed slots in the next round with surprise victories. The winand-advance model rolled out in 2014 has thrown Larson and Blaney into the mix and ended a potential title run for one of the strongest teams from the regular season.

This is everything France wanted when he first launched the Chase — what the system was called in 2004 — and he made major changes four different times trying to get it right even as some longtime fans stopped watch-

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Joey Logano’s victory in the winner-take-all season finale at Homestead in 2018 was the fifth straight year it took a win in the NASCAR Cup Series’ final weekend to secure a championship. ing. Critics called it a gimmick and manufactured drama, and grumbled the old season-long title march was the preferred method to crown a champion.

It has taken all those tweaks and years to settle in to show that France’s vision was the right one for NASCAR, with its relentless, 10-month season and events that run three-plus hours, to remain relevant in the fast-changing sports and entertainment landscape.

France was correct, even if the system was contrived. The sport needed its version of walk-off home runs or last-second touchdown passes to spice up the action.

France is now far removed from this system and the sport itself, his departure from the family business becoming officially official Friday when NASCAR and sister company International Speedway Corp. merged into one organization with NASCAR chairman and CEO Jim France continuing in the same role. ISC chief executive Lesa France Kennedy was named executive chair and NASCAR president Steve Phelps tabbed president in charge of overseeing day-to-day operations of the merged companies.

Brian France, who stepped away as CEO of NASCAR following his August 2018 drunken-driving arrest, is not named in the new leadership structure.

Jim France has said very little publicly since replacing his nephew nearly 15 months ago, and he leaves it to Phelps to talk about the future of NASCAR. But it is no coincidence that business has been rolling since Brian France stepped down and his uncle steadied a seemingly sinking ship. Booming might be a stretch, but things are happening behind the scenes at a markedly improved pace that has benefited the product.

A new rules package was rolled out this year designed to make the racing better, and although it has received mixed reviews, the on-track action is better than it has been the past several seasons.

Work continues to be done on the “Next Gen” car scheduled to be introduced in 2021; the car is intended to reduce costs, in large part via common parts from approved vendors, which will shrink the required workforce and tighten many loopholes for creativity and innovation.

The hard work is in keeping older fans, attracting new ones and marketing NASCAR, partic-

ularly its playoffs, as can’t-miss viewing.

Those who have watched through the first two rounds have seen an intense and sometimes heated scramble for points and positions as no driver has emerged as the clear favorite. Joe Gibbs Racing, with three wins through six playoff races, has three drivers atop the standings but anything can happen starting Sunday at Martinsville Speedway in Virginia. Reigning series champion Joey Logano is the defending race winner, and he staved off elimination himself at Kansas after a crash in the waning laps put him on the bubble against teammate Keselowski.

The title race has gone down to the finale in every year since Brian France created this system, and the champion has had to win at Homestead-Miami Speedway to cement the crown the last five years — every year of the elimination format — just as Brian France wanted. Fans of the way things used to be still turn their noses up at a system they find phony or engineered all for the sake of excitement.

But it is exciting, and Brian France’s system works. He’s just not around for the vindication.

ther guard Brian Folkerts in the second round of the OL draft.

St. Louis then went with App State cornerback Clifton Duck, ECU receiver Davon Grayson and offensive tackle Andrew McDonald — a Panthers practice squad member in 2013 and 2014 — in the open draft.

The DC Defenders took Duke receiver Max McCaffrey, older brother of Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey, in the eighth round of the skill position draft.

DC then added defensive tackle Elijah Qualls, a member of last year’s Panthers practice squad, in the third round of the front seven draft, and UNC corner Desmond Lawrence and Campbell safety Carlos Merritt in the second and ninth round of the DB draft, respectively.

DC closed out its DB draft with corner Ladarius Gunter, who played four games for the Panthers in 2017.

DC added a Duke transfer in the open draft, taking receiver Terrence Lee-Alls, who finished his college career at James Madison. The Defenders also took NC State guard Terron Prescod.

The New York Guardians took former UNC quarterback Marquise Williams in the tenth round of the skill draft. They added App State guard Parker Collins in the third round of the OL draft and took 2018 Panthers practice squadder Ian Silberman in the eighth.

In the DB draft, New York took corner Lorenzo Doss, who played two games for the Panthers last year, and safety Demetrious Cox, who played four in 2017, in the second and fifth rounds respectively.

In the open draft, New York shopped for running backs from the state, taking Wake’s Tommy Bohanon and Matthew Colburn as well as Wingate’s Lawrence Pittman.

Tampa Bay passed on any N.C. products in the skill draft, waiting until the seventh round of the OL draft to take NC State guard Tony Adams.

The Vipers took Wake DT Josh Banks in the fifth round of the front seven draft and another Wake DT, Nikita Whitlock, in the open draft.

DUKE-UNC from page B1 ers, benching Noah Ruggles for Saturday’s game in favor of freshman walk-on Jonathan Kim. Adding to the sting of the defeat is the fact that all four of their losses this season have been decided on the final possession of regulation or overtime.

“We could very easily be 7-0, 6-1 or 0-7,” Brown said. “Every game has come down to the end. So they are giving us what they’ve got. ...

I think that’s just what I told the guys. We’re close. We’re improving.

“So let’s don’t feel sorry for ourselves. Let’s play better and get rejuvenated here for Duke. We haven’t had a good record against Duke the last seven years, so we need to pick it up and start worrying about next week.”

Brown is right about the Blue Devils’ recent dominance in the series. They’ve taken home the Victory Bell the past three years and after five of the last seven meetings — including two of the three most recent trips to Chapel Hill.

That’s a complete role reversal from the previous stretch in which UNC won 21 times in 22 meetings between Brown’s first tenure with the Tar Heels in 1990 through 2011.

Neither coach could pinpoint a reason why the momentum between the rivals has shifted so dramatically, but they both agree that on this occasion a lot more than just bragging rights will be on the line.

Duke still needs two more wins to earn bowl eligibility for a school-record fifth straight year.

UNC’s situation is slightly more urgent, still three wins shy with five to play as it looks to return to the postseason for the first time since 2016.

“It’s always the biggest one when it’s the next one, but this is Duke-North Carolina,” Cutcliffe said. “It’s always, hopefully, going to have a lot at stake, and this one certainly does with both of us battling to maintain the ability to stay in the Coastal Division race.”

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NC Courage look to defend NWSL title

Redshirt freshman defensive end JaCorey Johns and the Wake Forest defense rebounded from a dismal effort in the Demon Deacons’ loss to Louisville to help ensure a win Saturday night over Florida State.

The league’s championship game will be played Sunday at Cary’s Sahlen Stadium

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FSU win another step in Wake Forest’s attempt to climb ACC ranks Ranked and with a 6-1 record, the Demon Deacons have come a long way under coach Dave Clawson

By Brett Friedlander North State Journal WINSTON-SALEM — The Florida State football program is only a shadow of its past glory these days. But that didn’t matter to Dave Clawson and his Wake Forest football team Saturday night.

To them, the Seminoles were still an albatross that desperately needed to be lifted from their collective back so that they could continue their steady rise to ACC prominence.

That’s what made the Deacons’ 22-20 victory at BB&T Field so meaningful and emotional.

It wasn’t just a win. It was also a milestone and a statement.

By breaking a seven-game losing streak to FSU, Wake didn’t just accomplish something it had never done before during Clawson’s tenure. It also gave those around the conference reason to finally start taking the Deacons seriously.

“This is satisfying,” Clawson, still dripping wet from the torrential downpour that persisted throughout the second half, said in the immediate aftermath of Saturday’s result. “You can come up with a hundred different reasons (for that). We just beat Florida State. That doesn’t happen a lot.”

The last time it did, in 2011, Clawson was still coaching at Bowling Green while Wake was in the midst of a downward spiral still two years away from hitting rock bottom.

The Deacons have made significant strides since then, including three straight bowl victories and inclusion in the national rankings. At 6-1 overall (2-1 ACC), they can stake a legitimate claim to being the league’s second-team behind defending national champion Clemson.

Finally beating one of the At-

lantic Division’s traditional heavyweights only adds to the list of accomplishments.

That they did it with a backup quarterback, in the rain on a night in which they had trouble getting the ball into the end zone made the win all the more impressive.

It took a school record-tying five field goals from kicker Nick Sciba and a late stand by a defense that had been torched for 62 points a week earlier to complete the come-from-behind effort.

“I’m emotionally spent right now, which I usually don’t get,” Clawson said. “That was just such a hard, gritty win. There were like 10 times in that game that you said, ‘Geez, it might not happen tonight.’ And our kids never listened to those voices, and I’m just so incredibly proud of them.”

Clawson’s ominous thoughts were well-founded. Bad things usually happen when a team moves up and down the field as easily as the Deacons did on Saturday without being able to score touchdowns.

Even though offensive tackle Justin Herron reasoned afterward that “some points are better than no points,” it appeared as though all the unfinished drives would end up dooming Wake to an all-too-familiar ending against the Seminoles.

But quarterback Sam Hartman and his teammates weren’t about to let it happen again after FSU regained the lead at 2219 with just over 11 minutes remaining.

Starting in place of an injured Jamie Newman in a reversal of roles from a year ago, Hartman drove his team 62 yards on 10 plays for what turned out to be the winning field goal by Sciba, It was a 27-yard kick that was as much about preparation as it was execution.

Anticipating bad weather from the remnants of Tropical Storm Nestor, Sciba, holder Dom Maggio and long snapper Dayton Diemel simulated the wet conditions by practicing Friday with footballs soaked in buckets of water.

“We just beat Florida State. That doesn’t happen a lot.”

Dave Clawson, Wake Forest coach

“It was different, but every kick is the same kick, so I’ve got to go out there with the same mentality that I’ve got to do my job and make the kick,” Sciba said. “I think what helped is the day before we practiced wet ball work, snapping, holding, kicking.”

Unlike Sciba, Wake’s defense needed a complete overhaul of its mentality after a disastrous performance the week before in a 6259 loss to Louisville. It was a dismal performance Clawson said his players “took personally,” and it showed in the way they bounced back against the Seminoles.

Although FSU rolled up 449 yards of total offense in the game, the much-maligned Deacons defense came through when it counted most — stopping one drive with a fumble recovery and coming up big on third down late in the game to force the Seminoles into a long field goal attempt that Ricky Aguayo missed wide left with just over two minutes remaining.

Then after FSU got the ball back in the final minute, Wake forced another fumble that was recovered by Blackman, before sealing the deal with a sack as time expired.

“It was definitely a statement,” defensive end Carlos Basham Jr. said. “Coach preached about moving on from last week and we took it to heart. This week’s practice every day was way better than it was and it showed on the field. … At the end of the game, the feeling was way better than that loss last week.”

The National Women’s Soccer League championship match would have been played at Cary’s Sahlen’s Stadium no matter which teams qualified to play in it.

It was a decision based on the quality of the facility and the size of the local soccer community in the Triangle. But it also didn’t hurt that there was a good chance the home side would be one of the participating teams.

The North Carolina Courage didn’t disappoint, beating Reign FC of Seattle 4-1 in overtime on Sunday to advance to the title game for the third time in as many years as the franchise has been located in Cary.

The Courage will take on the Chicago Red Stars, a 1-0 winner against the Portland Thorns FC, in a nationally televised 3:30 p.m. kickoff on ESPN on Sunday.

“I’ve been part of a lot of really special teams in terms of the intangibles, but I think that this group kind of beats all in terms of everybody works for each other,” former North Carolina and U.S. National Team star Heather O’Reilly, who will retire after Sunday’s match, said following the semifinal win.

“There’s no egos. It’s all about accountability and doing your part for the team. It’s really a nice environment to be part of.”

Although the Courage is favored because of its championship pedigree, a first-place finish in the regular season standings and a decided home-field advantage — having gone 9-0-4 at Sahlen’s Stadium — Sunday’s match is anything but a walkover.

The Red Stars actually won the season series between the teams, handing the Courage two of its five losses — 3-1 on May 12 and 2-1 on June 29 in Chicago — while playing to a 1-1 draw in Cary on the way to a second-place finish.

Despite those results, Reign FC coach Vlatko Andonovski believes that Chicago will have its work cut

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Reign FC coach Vlatko Andonovski after his team lost to the North Carolina Courage

out for it with the trophy on the line.

“They’re great,” Andonovski said of the Courage after it beat his team on Sunday. “They’re awesome. Best team in the league, hands-down.”

While that might be the case, the road back to the NWSL championship game wasn’t as easy as Sunday’s 4-1 final score. The game was scoreless through most of regulation play until O’Reilly gave the Courage a 1-0 lead on a penalty kick in the 88th minute.

The lead didn’t last long, though. Reign FC got the equalizer late in stoppage time on a goal

by Ifeoma Onumonu to send the game into overtime.

But that only seemed to light a fire under the Courage, which scored three times in the extra periods (the NWSL doesn’t play sudden death) to sock away the victory. Brazilian World Cup star Debinha — on her 28th birthday — got the first goal on a free kick, followed by a Reign FC own goal and a clincher from another World Cup veteran, Crystal Dunn.

Dunn’s goal was set up by fellow U.S. National Team teammate Samantha Mewis.

“When you give up a late goal like that, it can affect the psyche of a team,” Courage coach Paul Riley said. “I told them at the end of the game, ‘It’s a mighty challenge.’

It was kind of a hole we put ourselves in, but you only get better by being in those types of holes. They showed a lot of character in overtime.”

By doing so, they earned a shot at defending their league championship on their home field.

Just as the league drew it up.

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The North Carolina Courage celebrate their 3-0 win over Portland in last year’s NWSL championship game. The Courage will try and defend their title Sunday in Cary against the Chicago Red Stars.

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Houston Astros ace Gerrit Cole pitched in North Carolina with Team USA before his pro career, one of several players and coaches in this year’s World Series with ties to the state.

“They’re awesome.

Best team in the league, hands-down.”

due to injury.

Turner played for the Pack in 2013 and 2014, producing 15 home runs and 56 steals while hitting .345. The Wolfpack advanced to the College World Series in Turner’s freshman season.

Turner is not afraid to continue to flaunt his NC State roots. When the Nationals won their Wild Card game, he donned an NC State football helmet in the locker room to help shield himself from spraying champagne. After the NLDS win over the Dodgers, he wore two different State helmets while patrolling the clubhouse celebration.

As we told you last week, Turner’s Nationals teammate, Ryan Zimmerman, also got his start in North Carolina, playing T-ball in his childhood hometown of Edenton.

Zimmerman moved to Virginia before high school, and he’s a 15year member of the Nationals. In other words, he’s been in Washington as long as the team, getting the call-up to the majors in the first season after the team relocated from Montreal.

This is his first trip to the World Series.

“Me, the fans, the community, we’ve kind of grown up together,” he said. “I was 20 years old when

I got here. We were not very good.

And the fans — you know, I still talk to season ticket holders now that have been here since RFK. We went through those things together.”

Both coaching staffs also have plenty of local connections.

Joe Dillon, assistant hitting coach for the Nationals, hit .342 for the Mudcats in 2004 on his way to a callup with the Marlins.

He concluded his playing career with two seasons on the Durham Bulls, winning a Governors’ Cup in 2009.

Washington pitching coach Paul Menhart pitched for Western Carolina, leading the Catamounts in strikeouts all three of his seasons with the team. He was first-team All-Southern Conference and won conference tournament MVP honors once. His first coaching job following his playing career was with the Catamounts, from 2003 to 2005.

Third base coach Bob Henley finished his playing career in 2002 with one game for the Hickory Crawdads.

For Houston, bench coach Joe Espada spent the 2006 season as hitting coach for the Greensboro Grasshoppers.

Bullpen coach Joshua Miller played for NC State before being drafted by the Phillies in 2001.

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After decades in development, Honda’s jets quietly evolving

By Emery P. Dalesio The Associated Press GREENSBORO — Nearly four years after delivering its first jet, Honda is facing decisions as the company better known for cars and lawnmowers considers whether to sink billions more into its decades-in-the-making aircraft division.

Honda Aircraft CEO Michimasa Fujino said in an interview that a current plant expansion aimed at improving efficiency is part of the aviation division’s long-term strategy and should also slightly increase production of the seven-seat, $5.2 million HondaJet Elites.

“We are looking at this aviation business long-term, not quarterly or annual basis,” Fujino said at the company’s Greensboro headquarters. “Our goal is to create new value and new technology ... as a personal mobility company.”

But amid environmental concerns about the impact of hydrocarbons burned by jets, fears of a possible global recession and declining profits that have led Honda to retrench its automobile offerings, analysts say the Tokyo-based corporation faces decisions about how much to build its aircraft division.

Whether Honda expands, maintains its current footprint or even scraps its aircraft division is “very much their choice,” said Richard Aboulafia, an aerospace analyst at Teal Group.

“They could just stay where they are, say, ‘We’ve got a position in the market, it won’t make us much money, but it’s good for branding.’ Or they could grow an aviation-market presence, and there are many ways they could take that. Or somebody could decide that this thing’s a money loser and shut it down,” said Aboulafia, who added that he consulted for Honda nearly two decades ago.

It would cost Honda billions of dollars to expand into a family of light jets or establish a sales and

“We are looking at this aviation business longterm, not quarterly or annual basis. ... Our goal is to create new value and new technology ... as a personal mobility company.”

Michimasa Fujino, Honda Aircraft CEO support network to match competing jet-makers, Aboulafia said.

But such a move would be necessary for growth in an industry where — much like automakers offer models in different sizes and prices — wealthy customers who like Honda’s planes may want to buy something nicer, said aviation business analyst Brian Foley, who thinks Honda could announce a new model soon.

“In this industry, you need to have a step up for customers. Just like boat owners, airplane owners — when they’re ready to trade in and move up — do that. They move up. They don’t move laterally,” he said. “So since HondaJet doesn’t have a move-up airplane from the current Honda jet that would force the customer to have to jump over into a competitor’s airplane.”

The company is recruiting engineers with expertise in wing, fuselage and systems design, which indicates they could be developing new models, Foley said.

Meanwhile, Honda reported a 29% profit decline in the quarter ending in June and lowered its profit forecasts for the fiscal year. In May, the company announced it would streamline its auto product offerings, consolidating model variations, and increase parts-sharing to cut costs.

The warning signs come as Honda has invested billions in the past

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On the plus side for its planes, Honda has deep pockets, a history of long-term planning and has stuck with the project despite repeated delays before the first deliveries in December 2015. The company has delivered at least 140 planes since the first model, about the size of two minivans, was cleared by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Sales in China, the world’s No. 2 economy, began two years ago, and Honda is slated to make its first three jet deliveries into China in the coming months. The trade war and escalating tariffs between the U.S. and China has so far “had a modest impact,” which the company wouldn’t specify.

That could be because light business aircraft — the class which includes the HondaJet Elite — haven’t sold well there, Aboulafia said.

The ongoing 83,000-squarefoot plant expansion of Honda Aircraft’s headquarters, which borders Greensboro’s airport, is designed less to increase output than production efficiency, which drives down per-plane costs, Fujino said.

“But also, if you have good efficiency, we can build more” if demand jumps, he said, adding that production should increase slightly from the current rate of four a month.

And Honda’s aviation gamble, three decades in the making, is transferring new know-how into other divisions, Fujino said, adding that — as with autonomous vehicles — designing an airplane is only half the task.

The “other 50 percent is how you can prove the safety in case one sensor failed, or if some connector failed,” Fujino said. “That kind of technology may not be visible from the general public, but that kind of know-how or technology is very critical for Honda to grow in the future.”

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A highlight of the Fall Festival is always Trunk or Treat, when kids (and the young-at-heart!) visit local residents and businesses who have decorated their cars to hand out candy. Sure to be a highlight is this year’s “Git Up Challenge,” inspired by the latest popular country line dance. Groups, partners, and individuals are all welcome to enter. Git to practicing!

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C2 Snoop Dogg to promote Israeli potgrowing machine Jerusalem An Israeli start-up that promotes home-grown marijuana says it has signed on American rapper Snoop Dogg as a brand ambassador.

Snoop, an outspoken advocate of marijuana use, will promote Seedo’s small refrigerator-like machine that grows plants with the help of artificial intelligence.

The self-contained “grow box” regulates temperature, light, carbon dioxide and minerals and is monitored by an application.

The company says its box can grow a variety of plants and herbs, though much of its advertising has focused on the marijuana market.

In a statement released

by Seedo on Tuesday, Snoop said that promoting a product that enables people to grow plants in unused urban spaces “is something I’m all the way down with.”

Snoop started his own line of marijuana products, Leafs by Snoop, in 2015.

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By Ricardo Alaonso-Zaldivar The Associated Press WASHINGTON, D.C. — Consumers will have more health insurance choices next year under the Affordable Care Act and premiums will dip slightly for many customers, the Trump administration announced Tuesday.

But that may be short-lived.

The administration is simultaneously asking a federal appeals court in New Orleans to overturn the entire Affordable Care Act as unconstitutional, an overhang of uncertainty that looms over the program.

For now, the Department of Health and Human Services is touting a second consecutive year of positive-sounding numbers. An additional 20 insurers will participate for 2020, expanding consumer choice in many states, officials said. Nearly 70 percent of customers will have three or more insurers from which to pick a plan.

About 10 million people are covered through the health law’s insurance markets, which offer taxpayer-subsidized private plans for people who aren’t covered on the job.

Premiums for a hypothetical 27-year-old choosing a standard plan will decline 4% on average next year in states served by the federal HealthCare.gov website, the Trump administration said.

About a dozen states run their own sign-up websites, but most rely on HealthCare.gov.

A low-cost midrange plan for that hypothetical 27-year-old will charge monthly premiums of $374 next year, officials said. The law’s income-based subsidies can drop that to around $50.

However, people who don’t qualify for income-based assistance must pay full price, and that’s before any deductibles and copays. Unsubsidized customers may just decide to go uninsured, particularly if they’re healthy.

A previous Republican Congress repealed unpopular fines for those who don’t get covered.

Six states will see premiums decline by 10% or more, officials said. They are Delaware, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma and Utah.

Three states — Indiana, Louisiana and New Jersey — will see premiums increase 10% or more.

President Donald Trump’s ad-

ministration, even as it pursues his goal of doing away with “Obamacare” in the courts, is trying to take credit for the program’s current stability.

“Until Congress gets around to replacing it, the president will do what he can to fix the problems created by this system for millions of Americans,” HHS Secretary Alex Azar said. “The president who was supposedly trying to sabotage this law has been better at running it than the guy who wrote it.”

Independent experts say it’s more complicated than that.

They credit the Trump administration for working with a dozen states to approve waivers that can bring down premiums by setting up a backstop system for paying bills from the costliest patients.

However, they say the original design of the law’s subsidies is probably the major stabilizing force. People eligible for financial assistance are insulated from price spikes because they pay only a fixed percentage of their income for premiums.

“As long as the subsidies are in place the changes that are happening ... are not going to push

this market off a cliff,” Standard & Poor’s director and lead analyst Deep Banerjee said.

Experts say yet another factor is that insurers that have stuck with the program have learned over time how to operate profitably.

The Trump administration also disclosed that it had made some “minor” changes in how it reports data about the program. While those tweaks appear to be in the weeds, they’re likely to get close attention from Democrats who accuse Trump of “sabotage” of the health law.

Sign-up season starts Nov. 1 in most states and runs through Dec. 15. States that run their own open enrollment may have different dates.

The appeals court in New Orleans could issue its ruling during that time, but Azar said he’s not concerned even if the judges say the whole program should be tossed.

“Our messaging would be to keep calm and carry on,” he said, noting that the case is expected to go to the Supreme Court. “There will be no immediate disruption to anyone.”

SoftBank to take control of WeWork New York The Wall Street Journal is reporting that WeWork is being taken over by the Japanese tech conglomerate that invested billions in the company before its botched effort to go public.

The shared-office space company is facing a severe cash crunch with its valuation, what investors are willing to pay for shares, plunging.

The Wall Street Journal, citing sources it did not identify, reported Tuesday that WeWork co-founder Adam Neumann will walk away with close to $2 billion from Japan’s SoftBank Group if he severs most ties with the company.

SoftBank is WeWork’s largest investor, already owning about a third of the company.

Neumann, who resigned as CEO last month, will step down from the board as part of the deal, the paper reported.

He will still own a stake in WeWork and he will serve as an adviser to the board going forward.

WeWork did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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Best Buy joins Amazon, Walmart in offering next-day delivery

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New York Best Buy is firing the latest salvo in the holiday shipping wars with a new option: next-day shipping — with no minimum order.

The offer announced Tuesday follows moves by Walmart and online leader Amazon, which started rolling out the service earlier this year.

Best Buy says the next-day service covers thousands of items but excludes bigger items like TVs and refrigerators.

Earlier this year, Amazon upgraded its free shipping options for Amazon Prime members who pay $119 a year. It covers more than 10 million items. Walmart rolled out next-day delivery this past spring.

The move by Best Buy will only increase pressure on other rivals that are already investing millions of dollars to shorten the delivery window.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. home sales fell 2.2% in September, as rising home prices and lower inventories have stifled homebuyers.

The National Association of Realtors said Tuesday that homes sold last month declined at a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 5.38

million units, ending two months of sales gains. Existing-home sales are up 3.9% from a year ago, but September’s stumble shows the limits of the boost that declining mortgage rates had been providing.

As average mortgage rates have fallen nearly a whole percentage point in the past year to 3.61% in

September, economists say higher prices and a lack of listings have put a ceiling on the growth seen this past summer.

“Even today’s low mortgage rates and healthy jobs situation can’t overcome the lack of inventory of homes below $300,000,” said Robert Frick, an economist at Navy Federal Credit Union. “For-

tunately, the long-term outlook for housing is better, as housing starts and permits are increasing, meaning there will be more homes on the market in the months ahead.”

Homebuyers have been hamstrung by a shortage of available properties this year, especially at the lower-priced end of the market. Inventory is down 2.7% from a year ago. Land and labor shortages have also constrained building, so a tightening supply of homes has pushed prices up at a pace faster than income.

The median sales price climbed 5.9% from a year ago to $272,100, outpacing wage gains as the strongest price appreciation since January 2018.

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Hybrid luxury from the Lexus ES 300h

By Jordan Golson For the North State Journal BOSTON — Thanks to technology (and government regulations), cars are more fuel efficient than ever. The 2020 Chevy Silverado diesel — a full-size truck — manages an astonishing 33 mpg on the highway. The venerable Honda Civic sports 42 mph highway, which is excellent for a non-hybrid.

And then there’s the litany of full-electric, plug-in hybrid, and regular hybrid vehicles on the market. I trace widespread acceptance of these technological powerhouses back almost 20 years to the much-maligned Toyota Prius.

Sure, the early Prii were slow and ugly and easy to make fun of, but the technology was legit and Toyota has had two decades to refine it.

Which brings us to the Lexus ES 300h. It’s a mid-size luxury cruiser that is perhaps the best commuter car you can buy today, not just because it’s supremely quiet and comfortable — but because it has the best fuel economy of any luxury vehicle without a plug: a frankly astonishing 43/45/44 mpg city/highway/combined (EPA estimated).

Though I always take EPA estimates with a grain of salt — your real-world experience will vary considerably depending on your local terrain, traffic, and how heavy your foot is — over 400 miles of real world driving I managed just a tick over 43 mpg, almost dead on with what was predicted.

And much like Sammy Hagar, I wasn’t running at 55 mph the whole time either: I locked the (adaptive!) cruise on 77 mph for almost all of the high-speed stuff.

The ES 300h is a direct descendant of the early Prius. It starts at $41,310, while my “Ultra Lux” version priced out to $54,405. That included a $1,900 safety suite (parking assist w/auto braking and some other things), $3,000 upgraded Mark Levinson audio system, and $1,515 triple-beam LED headlights that illuminated the road well.

It’s powered by a 176-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, plus an extra 39-horsepower from the electric motor. The ES is a big car, and with the tiny engine it’s certainly not fast — but Lexus says it gets from 0-60 mph in just over eight seconds, so the hybrid engine is certainly helping things along. And, as an added bonus, it runs on regular fuel. It’s only available in front-wheel drive.

I’ve driven a lot of Lexus vehicles over the past few years and it occurred to me that I really liked all of them. They certainly have their quirks. Lexus is one of the final carmakers to add support for Apple CarPlay, though Android fans still don’t have Android Auto.

The trackpad used to control the infotainment system is absolutely terrible and even though the screen is just within reach, it’s not touch-capable. That said, the screen is enormous and gorgeous, at least when your iPhone is plugged in.

But without fail, every Lexus I’ve driven has been extremely comfortable, quiet, capable, and luxurious. Aside from my complaint about the trackpad, I really don’t have anything else to complain about. This is pretty rare for a single car, never mind an entire car brand. The signature Lexus hourglass front grill is even growing on me.

My favorite feature, which every carmaker should immediately add to their entire lineup, links the seat heater and cooler to the automatic multi-zone climate control. Get in the car on a hot day and the seat coolers turn

on automatically. A bit of a chill on a late October morning brings the seat heaters on, until the car warms up a bit and it turns them off again. It’s absolutely brilliant, and makes me wonder why I’ve been wasting my time turning my seat heaters on manually for all these years. Like an animal.

It’s rare that I find myself running out of words to talk about a vehicle. The seats are comfortable, the styling is pleasing from just about any angle, the sound system is terrific, it’s quiet in traffic and at highway speeds, the adaptive cruise and lane-centering systems are solid, it’s fast enough and able to cruise at 80 mph without any kind of struggle and if you get spirited on a curvy backroad it’s able to hold its own.

It sums up very simply. If you’re looking for a luxury sedan, you can’t go wrong with the Lexus ES. If you’re putting a ton of miles on your car, the ES 300h is the one to buy. But, if you’re the type who wants to complain about your car all the time, maybe look elsewhere.

The Lexus ES 300h is available at Lexus dealers across North Carolina.

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Actor Alec Baldwin campaigns for Virginia Democrats Midlothian, Va. The actor known for his mocking impersonations of Republican President Donald Trump on “Saturday Night Live” is in Virginia to help Democratic legislative candidates.

Alec Baldwin told reporters in suburban Richmond on Tuesday that he believes flipping the Republican-controlled House of Delegates and Senate would improve the chances of Virginia becoming the 38th state to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment.

Baldwin is accompanying Democratic volunteers as they knock on doors, deliver pizza to volunteers and make calls.

The progressive advocacy group People for the American Way helped organize the trip. Baldwin is a board member and has been an outspoken critic of Trump.

Virginia is one of only four states holding legislative elections this year and the only one where partisan control of the legislature is up for grabs.

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Lady Gaga falls off stage while dancing with fan New York Lady Gaga is recovering after falling off the stage while dancing with a fan at a concert.

During her Las Vegas show Thursday night, the pop star invited a fan onstage who picked her up and lost balance. Both plunged to the floor as a result.

Moments after the fall, Gaga was back onstage with the fan and told him: “You promise me you’re not gonna be sad about that, right?”

He responded: “I promise.”

Several fans posted video of the fall and Gaga’s return to the stage on social media.

After the show Gaga posted Instagram photos of herself in a bath, writing: “Post show routine: ice bath for 5-10 min, hot bath for 20, then compression suit packed with ice packs for 20.”

A representative for Gaga didn’t reply to an email seeking comment. The singer has suffered from fibromyalgia, a condition marked by chronic and widespread musculoskeletal pain, and she has canceled several concerts as a result.

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By Kristin M. Hall The Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The bestselling country duo of all time, Brooks & Dunn, joined the Country Music Hall of Fame alongside comedian and singer Ray Stevens and record executive Jerry Bradley on Sunday evening, in a star-filled ceremony full of tributes to their lasting legacies.

Reba McEntire, Luke Bryan, Trisha Yearwood, Ricky Skaggs, Marty Stuart and Travis Tritt were among the guest performers during the medallion ceremony in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Each inductee received a medallion and a plaque that will be placed inside the Hall of Fame rotunda.

Brooks & Dunn were an unlikely pairing of two artists who both started out solo. Neither Kix Brooks nor Ronnie Dunn thought the partnership would last, but decades later they are the most awarded and bestselling country duo of all time, with 19 CMA Awards, two Grammys, 25 Academy of Country Music Awards and 20 No. 1 hits. Brooks’ flamboyant nature and guitar playing served as the perfect counterpoint to Dunn’s stellar singing and more understated personality.

With hits such as “Brand New Man,” ‘’Boot Scootin’ Boogie,” ‘’My Maria” and “Neon Moon,” the pair filled arenas and sold more than 28 million albums in the U.S. alone.

They took a break in 2010, but reunited in the studio nearly a decade later to release new duet versions of their hits with today’s country stars in an album called “Reboot.”

Brooks has often said he never

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Kix Brooks, left, and Ronnie Dunn, right, speak after being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame at 2019 Medallion Ceremony at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019 in Nashville, Tenn. understood why they made such a good pair, but it happened immediately.

“Putting the two of us together on a Tuesday, and us writing our first two No. 1 records on a Thursday and Friday is just weird,” Brooks said.

Dunn acknowledged that he was often over-analytical of himself and noted that even his therapist was in attendance that night.

But he said that he tried hard to keep himself from getting too emotional.

“I have never been so proud and humble,” he said.

The “Reboot” album and the induction has put them back in the spotlight again and they are nominated for both duo of the year and

musical event at the CMA Awards in November.

“We had every intention of quitting, and we did for a few minutes,” Brooks said, “But I think we realize now how lucky we are.”

Reba McEntire, who has played alongside Brooks & Dunn since the ‘90s and has a longstanding Las Vegas residency with the duo, came to put the medallions over their heads and joked that she considered them her “big brothers.”

Comedian and country singer Ray Stevens, who learned to play piano as a child in Clarkdale, Georgia, is known for his novelty songs like “The Streak” and “Ahab the Arab,” but also the earnest and Grammy-winning “Everything is Beautiful.” He is an all-around en-

2nd Sesame Street Place park opening in San Diego The Associated Press ORLANDO, Fla. — There are plenty of sunny days to sweep the clouds away where SeaWorld is opening its next theme park.

Officials with SeaWorld Entertainment and Sesame Workshop announced Monday that they are opening the country’s second Sesame Place park in San Diego in spring 2021. The first Sesame Place theme park opened almost 40 years ago outside Philadelphia.

The announcement continues a pivot by Orlando-based SeaWorld away from live animal shows.

The new 17-acre (6.5-hectare) Sesame Place will be located south of SeaWorld San Diego. The space

is currently occupied by the water park, Aquatica San Diego, which will have its final season next year.

Monday’s announcement is part of an expanding partnership between SeaWorld and Sesame Street, which is celebrating its 50th birthday this year. SeaWorld’s Orlando park opened a Sesame Street section earlier this year. Officials wouldn’t disclose the cost of the park.

Steve Youngwood, president of media and education and chief operating officer of Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind Sesame Street, said the two brands have common objectives.

“We want to engage and educate families. We mutually respect each

side’s expertise and we collaborate together to make it work,” Youngwood said.

SeaWorld announced the end of its breeding program in March 2016, after years of pressure from animal rights advocates and shifting public opinion about orcas being held in captivity.

The protests intensified after the release of the 2013 documentary “Blackfish,” which focused on the life of Tilikum, a killer whale responsible for killing a trainer when he dragged her into a pool in front of shocked visitors in 2010.

The company in the past year, though, has seen a reversal of fortune. Attendance was up 8.6% during the 2018 fiscal year, as was

tertainer who has worked as a TV personality, producer, session musician and songwriter. He currently still performs at his own dinner theater in Nashville, CabaRay. Ricky Skaggs performed the jazz standard “Misty,” which Stevens rearranged into a country bluegrass version that became his biggest country hit in 1975 and earned him a Grammy for arrangement.

The McCrary Sisters performed a gospel version of “Everything is Beautiful,” which brought tears to Stevens, who was seated in the front row.

Stevens, 80, said that since his induction was announced earlier this year, people had been saying it was about time he was honored.

“Anytime is a good time to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame,” he said. But he joked that if the induction had come sooner, he “could have upped his booking fees.”

Jerry Bradley came from a legacy of Country Music Hall of Fame inductees, including his father, the producer Owen Bradley who was the architect of the Nashville Sound, and uncle Harold Bradley, a famed guitarist. Jerry Bradley became head of RCA Nashville in 1973, succeeding Chet Akins and bringing in new artists like Alabama and Ronnie Milsap. He helped market the outlaws of country music in a platinum-selling album called “Wanted: The Outlaws.” Under his leadership, the careers of Dolly Parton and Charley Pride flourished.

Marty Stuart and Travis Tritt performed “Good Hearted Woman,” a song made famous by Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson. Americana star Yola gave an electrifying performance of “Jolene” and Old Crow Medicine Show made Alabama’s “Dixieland Delight” into a frantic bluegrass breakdown with Molly Tuttle.

“This business has given me a wonderful life,” Bradley said. “I am grateful for the people I’ve met, the songs I’ve heard and the part I’ve played.”

revenue. For the first half of this year, attendance was up 1.7%.

In the past year, SeaWorld also has been offering specialized services at its parks for visitors with autism, and Sesame Place San Diego will also offer those services.

The San Diego park will be slightly larger than the Sesame Street park outside Philadelphia.

Construction will start in Aquatica’s offseason and resume after Aquatica closes for the season next year.

The park’s opening in San Diego will open the Sesame Street experience to the western U.S., as well as to visitors from south of the border, said Marilyn Hannes, president of SeaWorld San Diego.

“I think we will pull a more international audience,” Hannes said.

Back to those sunny days sweeping the clouds away, per Sesame Street’s theme song, it is sunny in San Diego more than two-thirds of the time, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

‘Breaking Bad’ beer sells out within 3 hours Albuquerque, N.M. A beer named after the AMC-TV hit series “Breaking Bad” and brewed by an actor from the show sold out after its debut.

KOB-TV reports “Breaking Bad” fans lined up at three Albuquerque Costcos, but the brew was gone within three hours.

Dean Norris, who played a DEA agent in the series, started to brew German lager, Schraderbräu, following the premiere of Netflix’s “El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie” earlier this month.

Norris says he will launch the beer nationwide soon.

“Breaking Bad” follows an Albuquerque high school chemistry teacher turned meth lord, Walter White, played by Bryan Cranston.

The series ran from 2008 to 2013.

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This undated artist rendering provided by PGAV Destinations shows a depiction of the new SeaWorld and Sesame Workshop theme park, which is scheduled to open in San Diego in 2021.

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‘Maleficent: Mistress of Evil’ claims No. 1 over ‘Joker’

By Lindsey Bahr The Associated Press LOS ANGELES — The Walt Disney Co.’s “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” knocked “Joker” out of the No. 1 spot at the box office, but just barely.

Studios on Sunday say the film starring Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning grossed an estimated $36 million in North America and $117 million internationally in its first weekend in theaters. The first film had a much stronger domestic showing, opening to nearly $70 million domestically in 2014, and the sequel was expected to earn more stateside. Although “It’s not as strong as we hoped domestically, but it’s a good start for October and we have a great window leading into Halloween,” said Cathleen Taff, Disney’s president of theatrical distribution.

“Most encouraging is the fact that audiences seem to be responding very positively.”

The A CinemaScore — in contrast to the mixed critical reviews — suggests that the film could have a longer life at the box office.

Although it fell to second place after two weekends at the top,

Warner Bros.’ “Joker” continues to hold strong at the box office. It added $29.2 million in its third weekend in North America. The villain origin story has grossed over $247 million domestically.

Worldwide, it’s earned $737.5 million, and has already surpassed the lifetime grosses of “Justice League” and “Suicide Squad.”

Now the big question is whether the R-rated film will make it to $1 billion, but with a $55 million production budget, it’s already a massive hit for the studio and will likely also become director Todd Phillips’ highest-grossing film too.

“It’s already in territory that nobody thought it would get to.

It’s achieved a box office that is above the wildest expectations of the studio and analysts,” said Paul Dergarabedian, Comscore’s senior media analyst. “Even if the box office stopped right now it’s an absolute, unqualified success.”

Third place went to another new sequel, Columbia Pictures’ “Zombieland: Double Tap” with $26.7 million. The R-rated comedy comes 10 years after the original, reuniting Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone and Woody Harrelson with director Ruben Fleischer.

“Three films earning over $25 million, that doesn’t happen very often,” Dergarabedian noted, although the weekend is down from last year when “Halloween” opened to over $76 million.

In notable landmarks, “Hustlers” crossed $100 million domestically this weekend. It’s the second STX film to do so this year after “The Upside.”

And buzzy, awards-friendly indies are continuing to thrive. “Parasite,” which opened last weekend, added $1.2 million. This weekend, Taika Waititi’s Nazi satire “Jojo Rabbit” opened in five theaters with a strong $350,000, the black and white Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe mindbender “The Lighthouse” earned $419,764 from eight theaters, and “Jay & Silent Bob Reboot” grossed $93,520 from one screen this weekend.

But the year is still down 5% from last year.

“It was a great weekend for sequels and great weekend for indie movies,” Dergarabedian said. “But we’re still struggling to get ahead of last year. We’re racing to the finish line here. We’ve only got 11 weekends left to go.”

Estimated ticket sales for Fri-

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This image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Joaquin Phoenix in a scene from the film “Joker.” day through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore.

1.”Maleficent: Mistress of Evil,” $36 million 2.”Joker,” $29.5 million 3.”Zombieland: Double Tap,” $26.7 million 4.”The Addams Family,” $16.1

million 5.”Gemini Man,” $8.5 million 6.”Abominable,” $3.5 million 7.”Downton Abbey,” $3.1 million 8.”Judy,” $2.1 million 9.”Hustlers,” $2.1 million 10.”It: Chapter Two,” $1.5 million

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This image released by Disney shows Angelina Jolie as Maleficent in a scene from “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.”

TAKE NOTICE CABARRUS NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 539

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Adrian Tyrone Bobbitt and Deonna Bobbitt (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Adrian Bobbitt and Deonna Bobbitt) to Anthony Warden, Trustee(s), dated the 22nd day of August, 2014, and recorded in Book 11088, Page 0087, and Modification in Book 12403, Page 0062, in Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cabarrus County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute

19 SP 458 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CABARRUS COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Glenn W. Neal, Jr. and Karen T. Neal to Trste, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated October 26, 2004 and recorded on November 9, 2004 in Book 5647 at Page 98, Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 1, 2019 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY SITUATED IN

Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cabarrus, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: The following described property located in the County of Cabarrus, State of North Carolina: Being all of Lot 117 of Settlers Ridge Subdivision, Phase 3, Map 1, as shown on plat thereof recorded in Map Book 49, Page 98, in the office of the Register of Deeds for Cabarrus County, North Carolina. Reference to which plat is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 399 Settlers Ridge Drive, Kannapolis, North Carolina.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars

THE CITY OF CONCORD IN THE COUNTY OF CABARRUS AND STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA ANDBEING DESCRIBED IN A DEED DATED 03/30/2002 AND RECORDED 03/22/2002 IN BOOK 3727 PAGE 76 AMONG THE LAND RECORDS OF THE COUNTY AND STATE SET FORTH ABOVE: PARCEL 11041003.

And being more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Number Eleven (11) Township, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, in the southwest intersection of Green Street and Antietam Place, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at an iron, said iron being the intersection of the southern right-of-way of Green Street and the western right-of-way line of Antietam Place and runs thence with Antietam Place, S. 33-40-39 W. 126.81 feet to an iron; thence a new line N. 56-26-02 W. 97.54 feet to an iron, a rear corner of Myers; thence with the line of Herman d. Myers, N. 33-3820 E. 124.45 feet to an iron in the southern edge of Green Street; thence with the southern edge of Green Street S. 57-49-15 E. 97.66 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing 0.281 acres, more or less, as surveyed and platted by Rodrick A. Sutton, P.L.S., dated March 15, 2002.

($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return

of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the

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

Said property is commonly known as 95 Green St SW, Concord, NC 28027.

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

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.

default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1282715 (FC.FAY)

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-10104-FC01

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TAKE NOTICE CABARRUS 19 SP 544 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CABARRUS COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Stephen Paulin and Brandy Paulin to David E. Waters and Anthony B. Olmert, Sr., Trustee(s), which was dated June 22, 2016 and recorded on June 22, 2016 in Book 11980 at Page 0139, Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing

19 SP 533 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CABARRUS COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Wendy A. McCutcheon to A. Robert Kucab, Trustee(s), which was dated January 6, 2017 and recorded on January 6, 2017 in Book 12310 at Page 0257, Cabarrus County Registry, North Carolina.

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

CUMBERLAND 19 SP 1083 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Harold Rodriguez and Valerie Ann Rodriguez to Transcontinental Title, Trustee(s), which was dated January 3, 2009 and recorded on January 12, 2009 in Book 08050 at Page 0442, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the

16 SP 887 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Darlene Noble to Amy Mandari, Trustee(s), which was dated May 27, 2005 and recorded on June 1, 2005 in Book 6895 at Page 101, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

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

15 SP 1393 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Herbert L. Worley and Tammy R. Worley to Barrington & Jones, Trustee(s), which was dated June 20, 2006 and recorded on June 22, 2006 in Book 7277 at Page 316, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 4, 2019 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following

19 SP 540 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Connie S. Thomason to Zorado Mcdowell, Trustee(s), which was dated June 8, 1998 and recorded on June 12, 1998 in Book 4879 at Page 0519, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 30, 2019 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following

16 SP 26 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CUMBERLAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Jeffrey Adamec and Sara B. Jeremiah to F. Stuart Clarke, Trustee(s), which was dated July 13, 2007 and recorded on July 19, 2007 in Book 7649 at Page 0360 and rerecorded/ modified/corrected on March 15, 2010 in Book 8354, Page 0611 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on April 9, 2010 in Book 8370, Page 0809, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

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

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1262

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Marvin Gary Mieczkowski to David W. Allred, Trustee(s), dated the 14th day of June, 2013, and recorded in Book 09223, Page 0701, and Modification in Book 10240, Page 786, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as fol-

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 October 30, 2019 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to wit:

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

Being all of Lot 18 of Wildwood Ridge, Phase 1, Map 2, as shown on a map thereof recorded in Map Book 54 at Pages 107 through 109, Cabarrus County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular metes and bounds description.

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 Stephen Paulin and Brandy Paulin.

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

Said property is commonly known as 1364 Red Birch Place, Kannapolis, NC 28081.

the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 30, 2019 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, to wit:

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.

Being all of Lot No. 26 of AZALEA ESTATES, MAP 2, as same is shown on map thereof recorded in Map Book 69, page 65 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Cabarrus County.

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 Wendy A. McCutcheon.

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

Said property is commonly known as 2306 Bloomfield Drive, Kannapolis, NC 28081.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset

county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 6, 2019 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN OR NEAR THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, CROSS CREEK TOWNSHIP, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING ALL OF LOT 57 IN A SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS ASCOT SUBDIVISION, SECTION I, AND THE SAME BEING DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 41, PAGE 22, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. BEING THE SAME PROPERTY CONVEYED TO HAROLD RODRIGUEZ AND WIFE, VALERIE ANN RODRIGUEZ BY DEED FROM WILLIAM ALLEN AND WIFE, ERICA ALLEN AKA WILLIAM LEWIS ALLEN AND WIFE, EERICA NICOLE ALLEN RECORDED 09/12/2006 IN DEED BOOK 7359 PAGE 683, IN THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OFFICE OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA.

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

prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 5309 Norfolk Court, Fayetteville, NC 28311.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

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,

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

the property is/are Harold Rodriguez and wife, Valerie Ann Rodriguez.

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.

Save and except any releases, deeds of release or

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

for conducting the sale on November 6, 2019 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF LOT 246, IN SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS SOUTHVIEW, SECTION VII, PART ONE, AND THE SAME BEING DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 111, PAGE 119, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 2933 Piney Mountain Drive, Hope Mills, NC 28348.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING

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

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 no-

tice 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

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

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 Herbert L Worley and wife, Tammy R. Worley.

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.

BEING ALL OF LOT 47, THE GREENE SUBDIVISION, AS SHOWN ON PLAT AND DULY RECORDED IN BOOK OF PLATS 55, PAGE 68, CUMBERLAND COUNTY REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA. TR: 5244-595 and 7259-45.

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

Said property is commonly known as 3533 Hastings Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28311.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice

described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT PARCEL OF LAND IN CARVER’S CREEK TOWNSHIP, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN DEED BOOK 3547, PAGE 278, BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 5, CONTAINING 6.13 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, W.R. LAMBERT AND EMOGENE LAMBERT PROPERTY, FILED IN PLAT BOOK 60, PAGE 113.

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

Said property is commonly known as 3199 Duck Pond Road, Linden, NC 28356.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING

usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 30, 2019 at 1:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Cumberland County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 140 in a subdivision known as THE WOODS AT BIRCH CREEK, PHASE 3, PART B and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 118, Page 87, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina.

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

Said property is commonly known as 2632 Bardolino Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28306.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORD-

lows: PIN:

0404-45-9193

Being all of Lot No. Two Hundred Fifty One (251), in a subdivision known as “VILLAGE GREEN, SECTION THREE”, according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Plat Book 47, Page 70, Cumberland County North Carolina Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3208 Tully Lane, Hope Mills, North Carolina.

Property address: 3208 Tully Lane, Hope Mills, NC 28348 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

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

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

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

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 writ-

ING 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 Jeffrey Adamec and wife, Sara B. Jeremiah.

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 writ-

conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale

TAKE NOTICE 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.: 19-12246-FC01

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.: 19-11954-FC01

bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-16921-FC03

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

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.

purchaser will have no further remedy.

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-07844-FC01

5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-20155-FC01

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ten notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 19-04694-FC01

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.

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ten notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 09-03958-FC02

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.

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and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termi-

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nation of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1284535 (FC.FAY)

CUMBERLAND NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1275

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Ricky A. Moore and Joanne Watts-Moore, (Ricky A. Moore and Joanne Watts-Moore, both deceased)(Heirs Ricky A. Moore: Sam Moore aka Samuel Moore, John Moore ala Johnathan Moore and Unknown Heirs of Ricky A. Moore) to H. Terry Hutchens, Esquire, Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of August, 2015, and recorded in Book 09716, Page 0898, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said in-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1272

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Bryan Myers and Kenda Myers (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Oakwood Homes & Property Management LLC) to AH. Dolph Berry, Trustee(s), dated the 2nd day of October, 2003, and recorded in Book 6300, Page 275, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1205

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jacqueline H. Davis, (Jacqueline H. Davis, deceased)(Heirs of Jacqueline H. Davis: Daron L. Davis, Derrick L. Davis and Davlyn L. Davis) (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Jacqueline Hooker Davis) to Frances Jones, Trustee(s), dated the 14th day of May, 2010, and recorded in Book 8393, Page 290, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location des-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1255

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Princess Amber, LLC, a North Carolina Limited Liability Company (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Princess Amber, LLC) to Investors Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), dated the 12th day of March, 2018, and recorded in Book 10269, Page 0539, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1096

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Daniel W. Ward, III and Alicia Michela Ward to The Real Estate Law Firm, Trustee(s), dated the 4th day of May, 2005, and recorded in Book 6871, Page 679, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 1224

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Michael B. Cox Jr. and Rene E. Cox aka Rene Cox (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Rene Cox and Michael B. Cox, Jr.) to John W. Gaffney and Joan C. Cox, Trustee(s), dated the 20th day of July, 2012, and recorded in Book 8952, Page 0517, and Judgment in Book 10544, Page 476, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 17 SP 715

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Ernestine B. J. Lewis to Jennifer Grant, Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of June, 2012, and recorded in Book 08919, Page 0623, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 1052

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Jordan Hanks and Alejandra Hanks to Joel S. Jenkins, Jr., Trustee(s), dated the 30th day of October, 2014, and recorded in Book 9535, Page 813, in Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Cumberland County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of

debtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of Cross Creek, in the City of Fayetteville, in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: The following described property: Situated in the City of Fayetteville, Cross Creek Township, Cumberland County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 3, in a subdivision known as Lake Valley, Section V, according to a plat of same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 47, Page 41, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1709 Valley Ridge Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Assessor’s Parcel No: 0408-97-1438

sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot No. 26 in a subdivision known as “Oakland”, according to a map of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 55, Page 49, Cumberland Co., NC Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 560 Andover Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

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

ignated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 560 in a Subdivision known as MONTCLAIR, SECTION FIVE, according to a plat of same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 28, Page 13, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 639 Berwick Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

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

on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot Number 411 in a subdivision known as AMENDED MAP OF CLIFFDALE WEST, SECTION EIGHT, and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 72, Page 49, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6857 Baystone Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

APN: 9487-09-9974 6857 Baystone Road, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

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).

particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 23 in a subdivision known as Ridge Wood, Section Two and the same being duly recorded in Book of Plats 88, Page 168, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6233 Rhemish Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

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 autho-

City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 12:00 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 3 in a Subdivision known as Blue Ridge Terrace according to a plat of the same duly recorded in Book of Plats 58, Page 120, Cumberland County North Carolina Registry and being the same property described in Book 6762, Page 535. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 6617 Abbey Lane, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS 7A-308(a)(1).

Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 150 in a Subdivision known as Hillendale, Section 7, duly recorded in Plat Book 54, Page 18, Cumberland County. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3663 Daughtridge Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

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 autho-

Cumberland, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 194 in a subdivision known as REVISED PLAT MONTIBELLO, SECTION FOUR and the same being duly recorded in Plat Book 57, at page 14, Cumberland County Registry, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 7128 Calamar Drive, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

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 offi-

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS 4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS 7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed

on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a

bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the

sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a

bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that

the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser

is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that

is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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rized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to

declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed

on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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rized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any

party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termi-

nation 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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cers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any

party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent

due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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TAKE NOTICE DAVIDSON 19 SP 367 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 Jimmy M. Starkey and Gloria J. Starkey to Jay W. Dunsing, Trustee(s), which was dated February 18, 1999 and recorded on February 22, 1999 in Book 1121 at Page 0906, 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 court-

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house for conducting the sale on November 4, 2019 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Davidson County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot No. 33 of Pineywood Estates, a plat or map of which is duly recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 72 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Davidson County, North Carolina, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description.

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

Said property is commonly known as 507 Hill Street, Thomasville, NC 27360.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

leigh, N.C. 27612-1603 Managing Editor: Cory Lavalette, 3724 National Drive, Suite 210, Raleigh, N.C. 27612-1603

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 Gloria Jean Starkey and Jimmy M. Starkey.

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

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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.

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

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JOHNSTON NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 514

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Steven Poston aka Steven T. Poston and NaNita Poston to R.L. Banes, Esq., Trustee(s), dated the 21st day of December, 2001, and recorded in Book 2164, Page 089, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on November 5, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 486

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Brian C. Doner and Kelly D. Doner to Law Office of Christopher Mann, Trustee(s), dated the 22nd day of June, 2015, and recorded in Book 4615, Page 578, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on November 5, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 165

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Richard Garland Humphries, II to Laurel A. Meyer, Trustee(s), dated the 11th day of September, 2017, and recorded in Book 5024, Page 715, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on November 5, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

PUBLICATION DATES: October 23, 2019 and October 30, 2019 File No.: 19 CVS 2021 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in a judgment bearing the caption “U.S. Bank is a National Bank, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely As Trustee For The CIM Trust 2017-8 Mortgage Backed Notes, Series 2017-8 vs. Betty Joyner, Spouse of Betty Joyner, and Substitute Trustee Services, Inc., Johnston County, and pursuant to the terms of the judgment, the undersigned Commissioner will offer for sale that certain property as described below.

Said sale will be held in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, the 5th day of November, 2019 at the courthouse door, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situate in the County of Johnston North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in the

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 124

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by David J. Klaiber and Elisha Ann Klaiber (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): David J. Klaiber) to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), dated the 17th day of July, 2012, and recorded in Book 4147, Page 459, and Modification in Book 4953, Page 8, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on November 5, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Johnston, North Carolina, and

particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 3 Reilly Farms Subdivision, as shown on a plat entitled Property of Marvin H. Leagan, Reilly Farms S/D, dated 09/10/1998, as drawn by W. Stanton Massengill, R.L.S., Boon Hill Township, and as filed in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Johnston County in Book of Maps 52, at Page 449, reference being made herein for a more particular and accurate description.

Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 106 Reilly Farms Lane, Princeton, North Carolina.

i. Percent Paid: 95.23%

d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution:

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safe-

ty conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

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

Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

City of Kenly, Beulah Township, Johnston County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows:

and wife, Ruth Revell Bullock and known as a part of the John T. Revell Estate.

BEGINNING at a stake a new corner in the northern edge of State Highway No. 301 160 feet from the eastern front corner of the Woman’s Club Lot in the Town of Kenly, North Carolina and runs thence in an easterly direction along and with the northern edge of the right-ofway of State Highway No. 301 fifty (50) feet to a stake in the edge of M.C. and Sallie Blue or M.S. Revell property; thence at right angles with said State Highway 301 and in a northerly direction one hundred fifty (150) feet to a stake, a corner; thence parallel with the first line herein fifty (50) feet in a westerly direction to a stake, a new corner in Milchie Blue line; thence parallel with the second line herein in a southerly direction to a stake in the edge of State Highway 301 at the POINT OF BEGINNING and being a lot fronting fifty feet on State Highway 301 at the POINT OF BEGINNING and being a lot fronting fifty feet on State Highway 301 in the Town of Kenly extending back 150 feet and being bounded on the west by lands of M.C. and Sallie Blue or the Revell Lands and being a part of the lands conveyed to Milchie Blue and wife by W.H. Godwin and conveyed to W.H. Godwin by W.G. Bullock

Property Address – 203 Church Street, Kenly, North Carolina 27542 Parcel Number: 03005016

BY: __________ ________________________ Susan R. Benoit, Commissioner

Post Office Box 2505

Fayetteville, NC 28302

(910) 8646888

being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 4033, Lionsgate Subdivision, Phase 4, as shown on a map recorded in Plat Book 71, Pages 236 and 237, Johnston County Registry, to which plat reference is hereby made for a full and complete description of said lot. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 152 Verrazano Place, Clayton, North Carolina.

the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less

Parcel ID Number: 06E02018Z

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to

The property is being sold “as is”, without warranties, subject to all taxes, special assessments and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Any assessments, costs or fees resulting from the sale will be due and payable from the purchaser at the sale. The sale will not convey any personal property which may be located on the real property and the Commissioner makes no warranties or representations as to whether improvements to the real property are personal in nature.

A cash deposit (no personal check), or certified check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the high bid, will be required at the time of the sale.

The sale will be held open for ten days for upset bids as required by law.

This the 1st day of October, 2019.

I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. I understand that anyone who furnishes false or misleading information on this form or who omits material or information requested on the form may be subject to criminal sanctions (including fines and imprisonment) and/ or civil sanctions (including civil penalties).

Neal Robbins, Publisher 10/1/2019

e. Total Free or Nominal Rate Distribution: 265

than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

BEING all of Lot 51, Primrose Ridge Subdivision, Section 4, as depicted in Plat Book 51, Page 34, Johnston County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 191 Ridge Way Lane, Clayton, North Carolina.

17. Publication of Statement of Ownership

(4) Free or Nominal Rate Distribution Outside the Mail: 265

the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to

I certify that 50% of all my distributed copies (electronic and print) are paid above a nominal price.

(3) Free or Nominal Rate Copies Mailed at Other Classes Through the USPS: 0

sued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE

BEING all of Lot 140 Plantation Point Subdivision, Phase Four-A, part of Section IV of Flowers Plantation, as shown on map recorded in Plat Book 66, Pages 250252, Johnston County Registry, to which plat reference is hereby made for a full and complete description of said lot. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 466 Windgate Drive, Clayton, North Carolina.

i. Percent Paid: 94.17%

(2) Free or Nominal Rate In-County Copies included on PS Form 3541: 0

to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be is-

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23.

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating

File No.: 19-06996-FC01

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.

Contact Person: Neal Robbins

Publisher: Neal Robbins, 3724 National Drive, Suite 210, Raleigh, N.C. 27612-1603

FAX: (910) 392-8587

https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1283973 (FC.FAY)

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

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1282229 (FC.FAY)

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1267623 (FC.FAY)

ES 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.

THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT 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 PURPOS-

than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028

4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1266737 (FC.FAY)

North State Journal for Wednesday, October 23, 2019

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TAKE NOTICE JOHNSTON AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 16 SP 723

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Scott C. Foster and Candice F. Foster, Husband and Wife to National Title Network, Trustee(s), dated the 2nd day of July, 2011, and recorded in Book 4001, Page 101, in Johnston County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Johnston County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Smithfield, Johnston County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 11:00 AM on November 5, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the

ONSLOW NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 116

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Robert Frees (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Robert W. Frees, III) to PRLAP, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 17th day of October, 2007, and recorded in Book 2971, Page 974, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Sub-

County of Johnston, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: The land referred to herein below is situated in the County of Johnston, State of North Carolina, and is described as follows: Beginning at an existing iron stake in the western right of way if Natalie Drive, control corner, said point of being the eastern most point of Lot 130, Waverly Point Subdivision, as depicted in Plat Book 56, Page 4, Johnston County Registry; thence from said point of beginning and with the original lot line of Lots 130 and 131 according to the aforesaid plat South 68 degrees 16 minutes 54 seconds West 201.72 feet to an existing iron stake, corner with Lots 129 and 130, thence a new line North 67 degrees 04 minutes 42 seconds East 85.05 feet to an iron stake set; thence North 69 degrees 09 minutes 31 seconds East 116.70 feet to the point and place of beginning and being 180 square feet according to a recombination map for homes by Greg Johnson, Inc. Lot 131 Waverly Point, by L. Dennis Lee, P.A., Professional Land Surveyor dated May 18, 2000. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 106 Natalie Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina.

Parcel ID: 06F99011D

stitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on November 7, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that real property situated in the County of Onslow, State of North Carolina: Being the same property conveyed to the grantor by deed recorded in Book 2955, Page 907 Onslow County Registry, to which deed reference is hereby made for a more particular description of this property. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1799 NC Highway 172, Sneads Ferry, North Carolina.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 749

ing real estate situated in the County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Tax Id Number(s): 006430

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Ramsey Hunter, (Ramsey Hunter, deceased)(Heirs of Ramsey Hunter: Dorothy M. Hunter, Ramsey W. Hunter, Jr., Tara Willis, and Unknown Heirs of Ramsey Hunter) to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), dated the 8th day of July, 2014, and recorded in Book 4174, Page 282, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on November 7, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the follow-

Land Situated in the City of Jacksonville in the County of Onslow in the State of NC

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 819

County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain parcel of land in Jacksonville Township, Onslow County, State of NC, as more fully described in Book 1664, Page 330 ID#46A-26, Being known and designated as Lot 17, Grassy Meadows, filed in Map Book 38 at Page 124, Slide K-350. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 122 Grassy Meadows Drive, Richlands, North Carolina.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Diane B. Doran to B. Shear, Trustee(s), dated the 28th day of September, 2005, and recorded in Book 2529, Page 6, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on October 31, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 841

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Adan Noel Donaghey and Lashelle Collier to John B. Third, Trustee(s), dated the 25th day of July, 2018, and recorded in Book 4816, Page 681, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on November 7, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the Township of White Oak, in the

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 772

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Ashley Lashea Homer-McShan to Donna Bradford, Trustee(s), dated the 20th day of October, 2017, and recorded in Book 4690, Page 787, in Onslow County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Onslow County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Jacksonville, Onslow County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 10:00 AM on October 31, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Onslow,

RANDOLPH 19 SP 274 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, RANDOLPH COUNTY

Lot 18, Block B, Brynn Marr Section VI-A, as recorded in Book 18, Page 45, Onslow County Registry, which map is by reference incorporated herein. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 701 Shadowridge Road, Jacksonville, North Carolina.

Commonly known as: 701 Shadowridge Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28546 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

Being the same property conveyed by fee simple deed from Walnut Hills of North Carolina, Inc. to Diane B Doran, dated 11/02/2000 recorded on 11/07/2000 in Book 1664, Page 330 in Onslow County Records, State of NC. 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).

County of Onslow, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 3, Block D, as shown on map entitled Section I, Montclair Subdivision, White Oak Township, Onslow County, N.C., prepared by L.T. Mercer, Registered Surveyor, September 3, 1964, and recorded in Map Book 9, Page 1, Onslow County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4 Princeton Drive, Jacksonville, North Carolina.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors,

North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 129, as shown on the Map entitled “Ashbury Park Section IX” recorded in Map Book 65, Page 8, Onslow County Registry, reference to said map being hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 257 Sweet Gum Lane, Richlands, North Carolina.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep-

closed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 5, 2019 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Randolph County, North Carolina, to wit: COLUMBIA DOLPH COUNTY,

TOWNSHIP, NORTH

RANCAROLINA

Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Joseph Dale Lovings to Angela M. Burton, Trustee(s), which was dated March 19, 2015 and recorded on March 20, 2015 in Book 2433 at Page 995, Randolph County Registry, North Carolina.

Being all of Lot #2, containing 1.08 acres as shown on Plat dated April 8, 1999, recorded in Plat Book 58-68, Randolph County Registry, drawn by Moore Land Surveying, entitled “Emerald Forest, Sect. 1”. Reference to which is hereby made for a more accuracy and certainty of description.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be fore-

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

19 SP 273 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

Tract No. 2, consisting of 10 acres, according to plat entitled“SurveyforJimmyL.Pelletux,EmilyM.Pell”,datedJune 01, 1992, recorded in Plat Book 35, Page 45, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Randolph County, North Carolina.

NORTH CAROLINA, RANDOLPH COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by L. Mark Hinesley and Vickie Hinesley to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), which was dated October 9, 2003 and recorded on October 15, 2003 in Book 1838 at Page 1366, Randolph County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 5, 2019 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Randolph County, North Carolina, to wit:

Said property is commonly known as 2215 Ramseur Julian Rd, Liberty, NC 27298.

Also conveyed is a non-exclusive right of way for ingress, egress and regress over a parcel of land leading from the northeastern corner of Tract No. 2 of the said Jimmy L. Pell et ux, Emily M. Pell, lands according to plat of same recorded in Plat Book 35, Page 45, Randolph County Registry, to the southwestern right of way of NCSR No. 1003 (Holly SpringErect Road), said easement being described as follows: BEGINNING at a new iron pipe which marks the northeastern corner of Tract No. 2 of said lands; thence South 04 degrees 50 minutes 42 seconds West 31.88 feet to a point in the eastern boundary of said Tract No. 2; thence South 83 degrees 19 minutes 52 seconds East 39.79 feet to an existing iron pipe; thence South 89 degrees 09 minutes 07 seconds East 81.19 feet to an existing iron pipe in the southwestern right of way of NCSR No. 1003; thence North 41 degrees 18 minutes 44 seconds West 42.97 feet to an existing iron pipe in said right of way; thence North 89 degrees 14 minutes 03 seconds West 49.89 feet to a point; thence North 83 degrees 19 minutes 52 seconds West 40.02 feet to the BEGINNING.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termi-

nation. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00),

whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or

after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition pri-

or to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant

is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for

any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective

on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of

the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant

is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return

the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

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

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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 Joseph Dale Lovings.

See Book 1164, Page 1830, and Book 1177, Page 412, Randolph County Registry.

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

Said property is commonly known as 4076 Holly Spring Road, Ramseur, NC 27316.

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

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition pri-

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 Leo Mark Hinesley and wife, Vickie B. Hinesley.

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,

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or to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

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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.

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TAKE NOTICE UNION Union 19 SP 89 / Anson 19 SP 13 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, UNION and ANSON COUNTIES Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Carl S. Beel and Mia Beel to David W. Dillard, Trustee(s), which was dated July 24, 2003 and recorded on July 29, 2003 in Book 3154 at Page 0505 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on March 1, 2017 in Book 1143, Page 0037, 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 fore-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 526

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Julian M. Bell and Jo H. Bell to Resource Real Estate Services, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 15th day of March, 2006, and recorded in Book 4105, Page 136, in Union County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Union County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Judicial Center in the City of Monroe, Union County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:00 PM on October 31, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Union, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: A tract or lot of land in Union County, State of North Carolina, in Monroe Township, adjoining the lands of and others, and bounded as follows, viz:

WAKE 19 SP 1449 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Erin Mullinix a/k/a Erin M. Mullinix and Evan Mullinix to Prlap, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated May 14, 2010 and recorded on May 14, 2010 in Book 013941 at Page 02494, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

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

19 SP 2093 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Dana Fisher to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), which was dated July 27, 2006 and recorded on July 27, 2006 in Book 012084 at Page 00419, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

closed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 5, 2019 at 12:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Union County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 9, FRA Realty Company Subdivision of the former Mary McBride Property, as shown in Plat Cabinet B, File 228B 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 7109 Rushing Road, Peachland, NC 28133.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE

Being all of those certain lots of land which are known, shown and designated as Lots Nos. Ten (10), Eleven (11) and Twelve (12) of the subdivision of lands of Ray Walters as subdivided and sold by Walter and Gurley Auction Company. Reference is hereby expressly made to map or plat of said property, which is duly recorded in Plat Book No. 3, Page 16, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Union County, North Carolina. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 203 Harvard Street, Monroe, North Carolina.

The improvements thereon being commonly known as 203 Harvard Street, Monroe, North Carolina 28112.

Being the same lot or parcel of ground which by deed dated July 1, 1958 and recorded amount the land records of Union County in Book 147 Page 349, was granted and conveyed

by Fred M. Packham and wife, Joyce B. Packham, unto Julian M. Bell and wife, Jo H. Bell.

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

property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 6, 2019 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 74, Trailwood Springs Subdivision, phase Four, on map thereof duly recorded in Book of Maps 1993, Page 174, Wake County Registry.

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

Said property is commonly known as 2801 Isabella Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 6, 2019 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 127, BROOK FOREST TOWNHOMES, as shown on a map recorded in Book of Maps 2002, Pages 2020-2022, Wake County Registry.

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

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

Said property is commonly known as 4933 Wyatt Brook Way, Raleigh, NC 27609.

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na, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 11 of STAFFORDSHIRE, Phase Four, Section 3, as shown on plat thereof recorded in Map Book 1995, Page(s) 182, Wake County Public Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 998 West Durness Court, Wake Forest, North Carolina.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Wendy S. Stephens and Mark T. Stephens to Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 10th day of August, 2005, and recorded in Book 11562, Page 2594, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Wake County Courthouse door, the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on November 4, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Caroli-

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 2166

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Sydney Carson Dinger Debnam to Stephen D. Lowry, Trustee(s), dated the 31st day of January, 2017, and recorded in Book 016682, Page 02074-02091, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Wake County Courthouse door, the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Unit 2224-107 Valley Edge: First: Being all of Unit 107, Building 2224 Valley Edge of the Breezewood II Condominium Regime, Phase 3, established by the Declaration Creating Unit Ownership Breezewood II Condominium Regime recorded in Book 013280, Page 02419, Wake County Registry, (the “Original Declaration”) as amended by that certain First Amendment to Declara-

19 SP 912 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Bridgett Steward to GBTC, Inc., Trustee(s), which was dated June 29, 2016 and recorded on June 30, 2016 in Book 016441 at Page 00398, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 30, 2019 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 19 CVS 2558 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF WAKE TRULIANT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, v.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on,

tion Creating Unit Ownership Breezewood I Condominium Regime and Declaration Creating Unit ownership Breezewood II Condominium Regime recorded in Book 013576, Page 181, Wake County Registry (the “First Amendment”), and as amended by that certain Second Amendment to Declaration Creating Unit Ownership Breezewood I Condominium Regime and Declaration Creating Unit Ownership Breezewood II Condominium Regime recorded in Book 013711, Page 815, Wake County Registry (the “Second Amendment”) [the Original Declaration, the First Amendment and the Second Amendment are collectively referred to as the “Declaration”], and shown on the Breezewood II Plat(s) and Plan(s) recorded in Condominium File No. 499, Pages A1 through D2, inclusive, in the office of the Wake County Register of Deeds [ including but not limited to any Limited Common Elements appurtenant to such Unit] (hereinafter referred to as “Unit 2224-107 Valley Edge”); Second: That certain Allocated Common Element Interest appurtenant to the above described Unit 2224-107 Valley Edge in the Common Elements of the Breezewood II Condominium Regime, said Common Elements being described in the Declaration and on the Breezewood II Plat(s) and Plan(s), subject however, to the rights of the Declarant including but set forth and reserved unto the Declarant in the Declaration; together with a right of ingress to and egress from Unit 2224-107 Valley Edge and the right to use, for all purposes consistent with the Declaration, in common with any and all other Owners and occupants from time to time, any and all portions of the Breezewood II Condominium Regime, designated by the Declaration or the Breezewood II Plat(s) and Plan(s) as “Common Elements;”

cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 10, Sunset View Subdivision, as depicted in Map Book 2000, page 1468, Wake County Registry.

Parcel ID: 0290045 Property Address: 7212 Sunset View Court, Willow Spring, NC 27592 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 7212 Sunset View Court, Willow Spring, NC 27592.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR

KEITH J. FRIZZELL, Defendant.

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS

BY PUBLICATION TO: Keith J. Frizzell

8521 Mount Valley Lane

Raleigh, NC 27613

TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief

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 Mia Beel.

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

($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the

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

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

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 Dana W. Fisher.

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.

5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 16-05665-FC02

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

loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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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.

Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1282052 (FC.FAY)

File No.: 18-12330-FC02

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

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.

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

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.

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

at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

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

Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT 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.

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such Common Elements being subject to adjustment and reallocation as and when Additional Phases are annexed into and made a part of the Breezewood II Condominium Regime (the “Allocated Common Element Interest”);

ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk

of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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Third: That certain allocated Shared Common Element Interest appurtenant to Unit 2224-107 Valley Edge in the Shared Common Elements of the Breezewood II Condominium Regime, including but not limited to the Swimming Pool and Related Facilities, such Shared Common Elements being denominated as such in the Declaration and on the Breezewood II Plat(s) and Plan(s); such Allocated Shared Common Element Interest being subject to adjustment and reallocation as and when Additional Phases are annexed into and made a part of the Breezewood II Condominium Regime and at such time as the Breezewood I Condominium Regime is established on the Breezewood I Property (the “Allocated Shared Common Element Interest”).

Including the Unit located thereon; said Unit being located at 2224 Valley Edge Drive, Unit 107, Raleigh, North Carolina.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree-

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 Bridgett Steward.

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

against you has been filed in the above-entitled action. The nature of relief sought in 19 CVS 2558 (Wake County, North Carolina) is for money owed, injunctive relief, and possession of collateral to Plaintiff, Truliant Federal Credit Union.

You are required to make defense to such pleading in 19 CVS 2558 not later than November 18, 2019, said date being 40 days from the first publication of this notice; and upon your failure to do so Plaintiff will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This 9th day of October, 2019.

to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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

File No.: 19-11398-FC01

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1283379 (FC.FAY)

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.: 19-04621-FC01

Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC

/s/ Bryan G. Scott__________________________ BRYAN G. SCOTT N.C. State Bar No. 32920 STEVEN C. HEMRIC N.C. State Bar No. 52181 SPILMAN THOMAS & BATTLE, PLLC 110 Oakwood Drive, Ste. 500 Winston-Salem, NC 27103 Telephone: (336) 725-4710 Facsimile: (336) 725-4476

Counsel for Truliant Federal Credit Union Publication dates: October 9, October 16, October 23

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TAKE NOTICE WAKE AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 832

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Dwight Robinett, (Dwight Robinett, Deceased) (Heirs of Dwight Robinett: Barbara Lee Stallcup and Unknown Heirs of Dwight Robinett) to Atty. William Walt Pettit, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of April, 2007, and recorded in Book 012522, Page 01509, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 2228

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Grover Edwards, Jr. (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Grover Edwards) to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), dated the 10th day of April, 2008, and recorded in Book 013046, Page 02490, and Modification in Book 015581, Page 02449, and Modification in Book 016789, Page 00211, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Wake County Courthouse door, the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on November 4, 2019 and will

18 SP 1942 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Dianne M. Watson to The McCall Law Firm, PC., Trustee(s), which was dated November 25, 2013 and recorded on November 25, 2013 in Book 015514 at Page 00374, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

for sale at the Wake County Courthouse door, the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on October 28, 2019 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 152 of Belvedere Park, Addition 3, as depicted in Map Book 1949, Page 61, Wake County Registry.

Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1804 Bennett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina.

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree-

sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: AllthatcertainlotorparceloflandsituatedinWakeCounty,NorthCarolinaandmoreparticularlydescribedasfollows: Being all of Lot 230, Riverbrooke Subdivision Phase 4, as shown on plat thereof recorded in Book of Maps 2001 Page 51 Wake County Registry reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 4000 Viewmont Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina.

For informational purposes only - Property aka 4000 Viewmont Dr Raleigh, NC 27610-5340 Tax

ID:

0283030

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

for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING all of Lot 61, Rowland Meadows Subdivision, Phase 2, as shown on plat thereof recorded in Book of Maps 2007, Pages 1133 through 1135, Wake County Registry.

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

Said property is commonly known as 400 Spruce Meadows Lane, Willow Spring, NC 27592.

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 November 6, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED.

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 19 SP 2231

the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Wake, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 81, Battle Ridge North, Phase 3, as recorded in Map Book 2004, Page 2193-2196, Wake County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3100 Cynthiana Court, Raleigh, North Carolina.

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Karina P. Mosquera-Corredor and Diego A. Corredor (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Diego A. Corredor and Karina P. Mosquera) to Coastal Federal Financial Group, LLC, Trustee(s), dated the 26th day of March, 2008, and recorded in Book 013030, Page 01552, in Wake County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Wake County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Wake County Courthouse door, the Salisbury Street entrance in the City of Raleigh, Wake County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 1:30 PM on November 4, 2019 and will sell to

19 SP 1795 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Beatrice B. Kiluyi to Stevens & Hand, PLLC, Trustee(s), which was dated October 30, 2009 and recorded on November 2, 2009 in Book 13748 at Page 703, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of

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

Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical,

the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 6, 2019 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 109, Block 20 of Oak Run Townhomes, recorded in Map Book 1986, at page 1064 of the Wake County Public Registry. PIN/APN#153718 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1).

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for

any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this no-

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 Dianne M. Watson.

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.

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

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

superior court of the county in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b) (2)]. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

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

Said property is commonly known as 508 Caprice Court, Raleigh, NC 27606.

19 SP 814 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

30, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit:

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

BEING all of Lot 57, Sheffield Manor as recorded in Deed Book 6849, Page 0730, Wake County Registry.

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 Dino J. Jordan and wife, Gail Jennifer Jordan.

NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Dino J. Jordan and Gail J. Jordan to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), which was dated October 12, 1999 and recorded on October 20, 1999 in Book 008441 at Page 00407, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

[Subdivision map as shown in Book of Maps 1986, Page 468] Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

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

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 October

Said property is commonly known as 9916 Cape Scott Court, Raleigh, NC 27614.

18 SP 180 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

BEGINNING AT AN EXISTING IRON PIPE STAKE LOCATED NORTH 73 DEGS 55 MINS 43 SECS EAST A DISTANCE OF 450.42 FEET FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SR 2547 AND THE SOUTHWESTERN CORNER OF THE PROPERTY OF CHARLES E. CAUDLE (see Deed Book 2369, Page 354, Wake County Registry); THENCE NORTH 73 DEGS 55 MINS 43 SECS EAST A DISTANCE 458.70 FEET TO AN EXISTING IRON PIPE; THENCE NORTH 04 DEGS 48 MINS 28 SECS EAST A DISTANCE OF 170.00 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE STAKE; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGS 50 MINS 09 SECS WEST A DISTANCE OF 497.39 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE STAKE; THENCE SOUTH 08 DEGS 05 MINS 48 SECS EAST A DISTANCE OF 248.96 FEET TO A NEW POINT; THENCE NORTH 88 DEGS 09 MINS 17 SECS WEST A DISTANCE OF 98.73 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 83 DEGS 35 MINS 40 SECS WEST A DISTANCE OF 170.53 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 75 DEGS 50 MINS 41 SECS WEST A DISTANCE OF 159.44 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE STAKE IN THE EAST LINE OF SR 2547; THENCE SOUTH 13 DEGS 00 MINS 55 SECS EAST A DISTANCE OF 20 FEET TO A NEW POINT; THENCE NORTH 75 DEGS 50 MINS 41 SECS EAST A DISTANCE OF 158.48 FEET TO AN IRON PIPE STAKE; THENCE NORTH 83 DEGS 35 MINS 40 SECS EAST A DISTANCE OF 167.73 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 88 DEGS 09 MINS 17 SECS EAST A DISTANCE OF 100.79 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 08 DEGS 05 MINS 48 SECS EAST A

DISTANCE OF 31.54 FEET TO THE POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING, BEING 2.54 ACRES WITH A 20 FOOT WIDE CONCRETE DRIVE CUT OUT OF THE CHARLES E. CAUDLE PROPERTY, ACCORDING TO SURVEY ENTITLED “SURVEY FOR CRAIG CAUDLE”, PREPARED BY ALSEY J. GILBERT, RLS, CLAYTON, N.C.”, DATED 6/13/96.

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

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

NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Wanda W. Caudle and Charles Craig Caudle to Andrew Valentine, Trustee(s), which was dated December 22, 2006 and recorded on January 12, 2007 in Book 012355 at Page 00670, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 30, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Wake County, North Carolina, to wit:

15 SP 2958 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, WAKE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Pamela K. Poynter to John C. Morisey Jr. and Steven R. Mull, Trustee(s), which was dated October 10, 2003 and recorded on October 10, 2003 in Book 010490 at Page 01963, Wake County Registry, North Carolina.

Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said default having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on November 6, 2019 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due

Being all of Lot 22, Phase 2, of The Meadows at Eaglechase Subdivision, recorded in Map Book 1986, Page 716, Wake County Registry.

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

Said property is commonly known as 5205 Heelands Court, Raleigh, NC 27610.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of

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.

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

Said property is commonly known as 120 Handyman Lane, Garner, NC 27529.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or

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

tice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1283375 (FC.FAY)

PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-26354-FC02

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

environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.

Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

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

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less

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

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due

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.

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1258513 (FC.FAY)

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

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

safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Charles Craig Caudle.

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.

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

c/o Hutchens Law Firm LLP P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Phone No: (910) 864-3068 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1285194 (FC.FAY)

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.: 19-10158-FC01

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.: 19-03308-FC01

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.: 14-14774-FC01

PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 15-20275-FC01

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