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And the tape recorder proves that Bob Schneider thought he was talking to Vanessa Singer just before he died. Now you and your lawyer can figure out how you’re going to answer that coincidence and see if you can explain how the gun with your fingerprints on it wound up back in Hunter’s apartment after Doug Sanders’ murder.” Miki stood abruptly, shaking, a trapped look on her face. “I’m getting out of here.”

“You are not free to go. You are only free to call your lawyer.” Grayson shoved the telephone toward her. She sat back down, and somewhere behind the tears and the terror, Grayson saw the college kid Hunter had brought with him to Beaufort. Grayson did not look back as he walked out of the room. Maybe that kid would be grateful to know that she’d been a sacrifice. She had bought a few more days of freedom for Hunter. It wasn’t likely another agency would arrest Hunter for the same murder for which Grayson had arrested Miki. Not just yet, anyway. And all Grayson needed was a little more time.

“You have no cause to hold her without bond.” Jack Franklin’s voice was loud, and it exploded through the hallways of the county courthouse.

“I have her prints on the probable murder weapon.” “You have Kittrell’s too.”

“It was his gun. His prints should have been on it, and he has an alibi. She has yet to explain why she had the gun or where she was the night Doug Sanders died.” “Let’s hear you explain where you got the gun.” “You’ll find out at the bond hearing Tuesday.” “You cannot hold that girl four days on such load-of-crap evidence.” “Wanna bet?”

“Yeah, I’ll bet.” Jack’s face was contorted with rage. He was standing close, and he pushed at Grayson’s chest with his knuckles. “I’ll bet her daddy’s big city lawyers will have her out of your dinky jail before the sun sets on this town.” Grayson held his ground. “And I’ll bet even your good old boy judge will throw you and your evidence out of court two seconds after you stumble in. And I’ll bet the national news will call you the South’s stupidest police chief while I arrest your cocky little Kittrell friend and, by God, his ass won’t see daylight again until doomsday.” “You might not be so quick to bet,” Grayson said in a carefully controlled voice, “if you knew how high the stakes really are.” And then he turned slowly and walked away.

Sheri Wren Haymore lives near Mt. Airy with her husband, Clyde, and has been scribbling her entire life. A DEEPER CUT is her second novel. To read the next installment in the book, pick up the latest issue of Surry Living Magazine. You can find A DEEPER CUT at Pages in Mt. Airy, Chapters in Galax or at your favorite online bookseller.

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SURRY COUNTY UPCOMING EVENTS

EDITORS NOTE: The following events are subject to cancellation or postponement due to the Covid-19 pandemic or other factors. While outside of our control, this information was current as of press time. OCT. FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHTS (MOUNT AIRY): HISTORIC MOUNT AIRY GHOST TOURS 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm, A 90 minute, lantern-lit walking tour through Mount Airy's streets and it's historic past. Hear about 13 of our "less mortal" friends and some of Mount Airy's resting places. Tours begin at Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, 301 N. Main Street. First come. First served. Social Distancing standards will be followed. Prepaid reservations ONLY. No walk ups will be accepted until restrictions change. Reservations can be made online from the Museum's web page at www.northcarolinamuseum.org or call the Museum Mon-Fri 10-5. Masks are required for guides and guests. OCT. 2 (STATE ROAD): MOONLIGHT DINNER 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Grassy Creek Vineyard and Winery, 235 Chatham Cottage Circle, State Road, NC. With the full moon on Thursday, Oct. 1, this moonlight dinner should be spectacular. The menu is an Asian-inspired twist on barbecue created by Chef Jeff Taylor of Liberty Catering Company. Caroline Beverley & Gap Civil provide music for the evening. The menu includes a starter, dinner and dessert. Wine sold separately. Tickets are $40 per person and must be purchased in advance. Email info@grassycreekvineyard.com or call 336-835-2458. OCT. 3 (PILOT MOUNTAIN): HOT NIGHTS, HOT CARS | MUSIC BY CAROLINA BREAKERS 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm, An open street cruise-in brings some of the coolest cars in the area to Main Street Pilot Mountain. Familyoriented event includes live beach music, food trucks, and local wineries and breweries. Bring a lawn chair (leave the cooler and pets at home) and head on over for some free family fun. Music begins at 5:30 p.m. OCT. 9 (ELKIN): EXPLORE ELKIN FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Downtown Elkin – Food Trucks will be lined up down Main Street with live music!!! Parking available at Elkin Farmers Market, along Main Street, and throughout downtown area! Live Music, Wine & Beer - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. OCT. 10 (MOUNT AIRY): “BACK TO YOUR ROOTS” FESTIVAL 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Farmhouse Spits and Spoons, 225 N. Main St, Mount Airy, NC. Autumn Leaves has "fallen" - so let's get back to Our Roots! Special in-store events, door prizes, cooking demos, tastings, local artisans, a trunk show by Two Lumps of Sugar, and great sales! Enter for a chance to win The Fall Baking Basket (valued at over $120!). For info, call 336-648- 8130 or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/farmhousespitsandspoons/ OCT. 17 (PILOT MOUNTAIN): MOVIES ON MAIN FEATURING CORALINE 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy a movie under the stars in downtown Pilot Mountain. A fun, free, family-friendly event. Movies begin at dusk on the lawn at Town Hall. Popcorn, candy and drinks are available for $1. In case of inclement weather, the movie will be shown in the basement of Town Hall. OCT. 17 (MOUNT AIRY): SKULL CAMP OUT 12:00 pm - midnight. Round Peak Vineyards, 765 Round Peak Church Road, Mount Airy, NC 27030. Experience the vineyard under the stars. Featuring camping, music, dinner from Skull Camp Smokehouse, s’mores, beer, wine and tons of fun. A family and dog friendly event, so bring the whole clan. For more info, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2665592547002828/ OCT. 23 (ELKIN): EXPLORE ELKIN FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Downtown Elkin – Food Trucks will be lined up down Main Street with live music!!! Parking is available at Elkin Farmers Market, along Main Street, and throughout the downtown area! Live Music, Wine & Beer - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. OCT. 24 (ELKIN): SOUR FEST 11:00 am - 10:00 pm. Skull Camp Brewery & Smokehouse, 2000 N. Bridge Street, Elkin, NC. This new event highlights Skull Camp's sour beer program. Taste these funky, yet delicious beers that have been aging and developing their flavors for quite some time. OCT. 24 (PILOT MOUNTAIN): LET'S GLOW CRAZY 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The Town of Pilot Mountain welcomes you to our newest, most exciting event to date. We have teamed up with Emerald Owl Productions to bring you and your family a one-of-a-kind downtown glow party featuring a live DJ and laser show. This high-energy event is sure to please kids of all ages. There will be food, games and face painting. Glow-in-the-dark T-shirts and glow swag will be available for purchase.