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Pirates get a win The Topsail Pirates will take a win into this week’s game at home. Trask and Pender will also play on home turf this week. Read more in sports on 1B.
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Voter registration in Pender uncertain as election nears
Fire safety and free stuff
Local official says register by Oct. 10 to be sure of vote By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher
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David Rooks with the N.C. Forest Service distributes free goodies to children attending the Surf City Fire Department’s annual Kids Fire Safety Day Oct. 4 at Soundside Park. See more photos of the event on Facebook.
Report to County Commissioners
Tourism brings big money to county By Tammy Proctor Post & Voice Staff Writer Tourism created more than 760 jobs, $14 million in payroll, and has an economic impact of more than $84 million in Pender County. Monique Baker, director of tourism in Pender County, presented a report to the county commissioners during their Oct. 6 meeting. Presenting 2013 figures, Baker said the Pender County tourism industry generated more than $9.77 million in state and local taxes.
Candidates forum October 16
Open invitation to all candidates to participate
The Pender-Topsail Post & Voice, along with the Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Hampstead Civic Association will sponsor a candidates forum Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at Topsail High School. All candidates on the November ballot are invited to participate. Candidates are asked to arrive at 6:30 p.m. to sign up for the forum.
“This saves each county resident $175.76 in tax payments,” said Baker. Of North Carolina’s 100 counties, Pender ranked 45 in visitation. Nationally, North Carolina ranked sixth in visitation. Statewide tourism generates more than 200,000 jobs, a 2 percent increase. This is a record high, according to Baker. Tourism contributes more than $4.6 billion to North Carolina’s payroll. Visitors’ spending in 2013 was an estimated $20.2 billion, a 4 percent increase. Tourism in North Carolina generated $1 billion in state tax receipts, another 4
percent increase, according to state data. Baker said more than $1,691,289 was generated in Pender County by room occupancy tax (ROT) in 2013. Baker urged the commissioners to remember the tourism department when budget appropriations are made in the future. Commissioner David Williams said the commissioners did remember tourism. Mountains to Sea Trail In a related tourism matter, the Pender County commissioners passed a resolution to support the Mountains to Sea Trail (MST) route in
the county. The resolution requests Pender to be a permanent section of the MST. Kate Dixon, the executive director of the Friends of the Mountains to Sea Trail, traveled from Raleigh to urge the passage of a resolution. The trail runs from the Great Smokey Mountains to the beaches of the Outer Banks. “The trail is 1,150 miles,” said Dixon. The trail is a tourist destination which will attract 1 million visitors, said Dixon. The greatest number of
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With the November election less than a month away, voter registration in Pender County and across North Carolina is still uncertain. The United States Supreme Court is considering a lower court ruling that struck down provisions of the state’s election laws passed in 2013 that eliminated same-day voter registration and out of precinct voting. Pender County Board of Elections Director Dennis Boyles says the only sure way to have your vote counted is register by Oct. 10. That is the final day for registration for the Nov. 4 election under the current state law. “That way whatever the courts decide, you will be registered to vote,” Boyles said. “Anyone who registers by Oct. 10 either by mail with an Oct. 10 postmark or in person is guaranteed to vote. Beyond that, it’s still in the air. We don’t know what the court is going to decide.” Pender County residents can register to vote through Oct. 10 at 5 p.m. at the county Board of Elections office in Burgaw on South Walker Street. Registration by mail must have an Oct. 10 postmark to be valid under current law. If the Supreme Court rules against the state and allows same-day registration, Boyles says county computers will need reprogramming to accomodate the change.
“At the moment, there is no advice coming from the state level. Our computer software will not accept same-day registration,” Boyles said. “My plans were to program the computers for election day this week. I can’t do that until I know what is going on.” Boyles says provisional ballots may play a big role in the upcoming election. “I’ll let anyone vote on a provisional ballot. That may be the way it happens this election is through provisional ballots,” said Boyles. Provisional ballots allow voters with questionable registration or other problems to cast a ballot. Election officials examine the ballots later and decide if the ballot is valid. Other voting law changes passed last year will stay in place for the Nov. 4 ballot. They include reducing early voting to 10 days and preparing voters for a photo identification requirement in 2016. One-stop voting One-stop voting in Pender County will begin Oct. 23 at five locations – the Hampstead Community Center, the Long Creek Volunteer Fire Department, the Shiloh Volunteer Fire Department, the Topsail Senior Center, and the county Board of Elections office. Onestop voting will be available Monday through Saturday Oct. 23-Nov. 1. Visit the Pender County government website for specific hours each location will be open or call the elections office at 259.1220.
Belle of Topsail captain cited for EPA violations Illegal dredging in 2012 violates Clean Water Act
From Staff Reports United States Attor ney Thomas G. Walker announced Sept. 29 in federal court, before Senior United States District Judge James C. Fox, that David Wayne Luther, 63, of Surf City entered a guilty plea to violating the Clean Water Act and the Rivers and Harbors Act. According to information in the public record, on July 29, 2012, officers with the North Carolina Marine Patrol responded to a complaint of dredging in waters near Surf City, North Carolina. North Carolina Marine Patrol officers determined that Luther Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew was “prop washing” with the Pender County Clerk of Superior Court Robert Kilroy (left) and contractor Pat Mazzarone M/V The Raven. stand in the Frances Dawson Basden Judical Annex in Burgaw after finishing the repair According to the EPA, Prop work on the facility. Kilroy plans to continue renovation of the annex. washing is the use of the pro-
pellers of a vessel to create a backwash which, in turn, dredges and displaces bottom material. The officers ordered Luther to cease and desist dredging activities. Approximately three hours later, the North Carolina Marine Patrol received another complaint of dredging activity by Luther. On July 30, 2012, a Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) representative took measurements at the violation site and confirmed unauthorized dredging activity. “The dredging of federal waterways is strictly regulated to protect water quality and wildlife,” said Maureen O’Mara, Special Agent in
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Arrest report James Dallas Adams, 23, 83 L C Bland Drive, Watha. Communicating threats, assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Otis Bannerman, 28, 5567 Burgaw Hwy., Maple Hill. Trafficking in cocaine, possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver cocaine, maintain place for controlled substances, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $65,000 secured bond. McDaniel Ginn Batts, 20, 706 A S Topsail Drive, Surf City. Driving while impaired, drive after consuming under 21 years. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Release under $1,500 secured bond. Darrell Blanks, 21, 329 Timberly Lane, Burgaw. Parole Violation. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Richelle Elenor Bordeaux, 28, 724 Peterson Street Apt D, Raleigh, N.C. Driving while license revoked. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Christopher Latrell Carr, 30, 205 S Dudley Street, Burgaw. Child support (2 counts) Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $1,200 cash. Julia Louise Croom, 33, 103 Autry Road, Burgaw. Criminal contempt. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. Robert Lee Earley III, 27, 102 Doe Court, Hampstead. Simple possession Sch.1I, simple possession Sch. 1V, possess prescription medicine outside original container. Released under $3,000 secured bond. Francisco Gasper Francisco, 35, 71 Sevenbranch Acres Road, Willard. Driving while impaired, reckless driving to endanger, no operators license, drive left of center. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Incarcerated under $2,000 secured bond. Ricky Allan Grubb, Jr., 39, 185 Hoover Road, Hampstead. Operate vehicle with no financial responsibility, driving while license revoked, fict/alt title/reg card/tag. Released under $1,500 secured bond. Quincey Letrell Harvey, 36, 601 North Timberly Lane 20, Burgaw. Injury to Real Property. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $500 secured bond. Casey Lynn Henderson, 19, 217 Dandelion Lane, Hampstead. Drive after consuming under 21 years. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $800 secured bond. Brandi Amandi Laine Hoff, 55 Michigan Avenue, Surf City. Misdemeanor probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond listed. David Michael Hoover, 49, 135 Bayridge Road, Hampstead. Assault with a deadly weapon. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,500 secured bond. Christopher Ryan Horrell, 26, 630 Bausch Avenue 2A, Watha. Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,585.49 secured bond. Shontia Shadell Johnson, 31, 2592 Little Kelly Road, Rocky Point. Misdemeanor probation violation (2 counts) Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $7,000 secured bond. Rachel Joy Kuehn, 27, 22581 U.S. Hwy. 17 N. Hampstead. Driving while impaired, speeding, driving while license revoked, reckless driving to endanger. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Jeremy Martin Leutgens, 30, 111 Golf Terrace Drive, Hampstead. Driving while impaired. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. John Alfred Lewis, 53, 125 Old Farm Road. Criminal contempt. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. Robert Earl Matthews Jr, 56, 260 Kel-Ash Road, Rocky Point. Driving while impaired, drive left of center. Arrest by N.C State Highway Patrol. Released under $600 secured bond. Scotty Eric Matthews, 27, 901 Old Mill Road, Wallace. Misdemeanor probation violation.
Incarcerated. James Blake McCallion,Jr. 40, 63 Trey Lane, Burgaw. Assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Neill McLauchlin, 22, 12706 U.S. 117 Hwy, Rocky Point. Driving while impaired. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. Morica M. McPherson, 21, 700 S Walker Street 4, Burgaw. Intoxicated and disruptive. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Alberto Velasquez Morales, 30, 25 Satchwell Street, Burgaw. Driving while impaired, no operators license, operate vehicle with no financial responsibility, drive/allow vehicle not registered and or titled. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Brandi Katelyn Peavy, 23, 1922 N.New River Ct., Surf City. Drive while license revoked. Arrest by Surf City Police Dept. Released under $200 secured bond. Leigh Anna Pellettere, 38, 9221 Penderlea Hwy., Willard. Drive while license revoked, fictitious, cancelled, or revoked registration card/license plate. Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Michael R Pierce, 38, 117 Bellhammon Forest Drive, Rocky Point. Drive while license revoked (2 counts), resisting, obstruct and delay of officer ( 2 counts), misdemeanor larceny. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Incarcerated under $2,200 secured bond. Richard McClean Potter, 40, 15903 N.C. Hwy., 210, Rocky Point. Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $3,762 cash. Brett Lynn Register, 20, 102 McGill Drive, Burgaw. Misdemeanor probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Gregory Lamont Robinson, 28, 538 Wards Corner Loop Road, Burgaw. Felony probation violation out of county. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $25,000 secured bond. Brandon Ryan, 30, 2176 Penderlea Hwy., Burgaw. Felony probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $10,000 secured bond. Shannon Tamera Sawyer, 18, 102 Doe Court, Hampstead. Possession of prescription medicine outside original container, simple possession 1I cs, simple possession Sch. 1V cs, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana (simple possession), Incarcerated under $5,000 secured bond. Christopher Smith, 39, 3288 Fennell Town Road, Rocky Point. Service of writ. Released. Johnny Lee Smith, 47, 19 Honeybee Road 203, Burgaw. Injury to personal property. Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Released under $600 secured bond. Sabrina Michelle Smith, 30, 437 Kimberly Court, Rocky Point. Fail to wear seatbelt-child, possession of drug paraphernalia, drive while license revoked (3 counts) resisting, obstruct and delay of officer, reckless driving to endanger, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $4,300 secured bond. Dianne Lynn Tracy, 49, 211 Mallard Roost Drive, Burgaw. Driving while impaired. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $600 secured bond. Toryanna Devonja Vireen, 23, 344 Willows Bay Drive, Rocky Point. Driving while impaired. Released. Dawaan V Walker, 20, 154 Luby Hill Road, Maple Hill. Trafficking cocaine, possession with intent to manufacture, sell, deliver cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $60,000 bond. Information taken from reports from county municipal police departments, Highway Patrol, and the Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Arrest reports are public record. Not all arrests result in a determination of guilt.
Pender EMS & Fire Report Sept. 29-Oct. 5 Total number of Patient Contacts: 209 Calls per station Burgaw Station 1 43 Sloop Point Station 14 24 Hampstead Station 16 38 Surf City Station 23 28 Topsail Beach Station 4 10 Union Station 5 15 Rocky Point Station 7 24 Maple Hill Station 8 3 Atkinson Station 9 22 Type of Calls Cancelled 22 Cancelled En-route 5 No patient Found 5 No treatment required 1 Refusals 64 Stand By 2 Transported 105 Treated and Released 5
By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher Burgaw and Pender County officials met Monday to discuss the future of fire protection in the Pender Central Fire District, which includes Burg aw and sur rounding unincorporated areas. Town council members Charles Rooks and Jan Dawson, along with town mana g e r C h a d M c E we n , m e t with commissioners David Williams and Fred McCoy. Interim County Manager Bob Murphy also attended. As Burgaw begins to consider fire substations outside the city limits, town officials were seeking assurances from county commissioners the county would not change boundary lines or consolidate departments that would leave the town in debt with no source of revenue. “It was an opportunity for us to get together to talk about long term plans,� said Burgaw Town Manager Chad McEwen, “if the plans include the county’s possible intention to pursue further consolidation of fire departments or if the county was interested in the town looking into the feasibility of substations outside the town.� McEwen said before the town moved further along in looking at substations, they wanted to make sure the county didn’t have plans to change the boundary lines in the Pender Central District. “We don’t want to build a substation and then the boundary lines change in that area and the funding that was used as a base for the station is not there. The boards
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Continued from page 1A trail users are day hikers. The Pender County portion of the trail travels through Penderlea, Moores Creek, Burgaw, Hampstead and Surf City. Dixon said Pender County is the “land of history.� The Pender County commissioners’ resolution of support was good timing in that the state parks division is looking a shift in the original trail that was never built along the Neuse River. The state will consider community support for the change in the trail. Pender County Planning Director Kyle Breuer said the county has no direct financial responsibility for the trail. Friends of the Mountains to Sea Trail has more than 1,000 volunteers that look after more than 500 miles of trail. Dixon said one inter national traveler hiked the entire trail. One person walked the trail in 22 days, said Dixon. The trail has a potential economic impact on local businesses. Hikers need places to camp or stay approximately every 10 – 15 miles. They need restaurants and outdoor outfitters. For more information about MST visit www.ncmst.org.
Board schedules manager interviews Pender County Commissioners will interview candidates for the county manager’s position Oct. 20 prior to the board’s regular meeting. Commissioners met in special session Oct. 3 to review resumes and agreed on three candidates to interview Oct. 20. “There were three names that everyone had on their top five list, which was good. Everyone picked five names and we had three that we all agreed on,� said Commission Chairman David Williams. “This is the most optimistic I’ve been
going into a round of manager interviews, and I’ve had several opportunities over the years. They seem very qualified and our interim manager has done some checking as well.�
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has no plans for any further consolidation of fire departments. “The short answer to that is no,� Williams said. Fire department consolidation is driven by the individual departments that have an interest in consolidation, not by county officials.
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Autumn with Topsail set for Oct. 18-19 By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer Along with the refreshing transition from summer to winter, the fall season brings with it pumpkin spice and everything nice. One such nicety is the 26th annual Autumn with Topsail festival. The seasonal celebration will be held Oct. 18-19 on the Assembly Building grounds in downtown Topsail Beach. The ar ts, food and beach music festival is the primary fundraiser for the Historical Society of Topsail Island, which owns and maintains the Assembly Building and the surrounding grounds. The event features more than 100 arts and crafts vendors, as well as a generous food court, serving a variety of homemade treats prepared on site. A beer and wine tent will be set up, and three bands will be playing on Saturday and Sunday. A raised dance floor will be installed for the event, as well. Keith Myers, Chair man of the festival, is looking forward to the event. He said there will be something for everyone, and he explained how the arts and crafts vendors are carefully selected. “All of the arts and crafts sold must be handmade and they must be sold by the artists themselves,� said Myers. For those who enjoy tropical rock music, The Key West Band will perfor m Oct. 18 from noon until 3 p.m. A long
time cover band for Jimmy Buffett, the band has played numerous times at Jimmy Buffett concerts, as well as at Margaritaville on Duvall Street in Key West.
Into the evening, The North Tower Band from Raleigh will perform from 5-8 p.m. The party band has received rave reviews for 35 years, playing a mix of music from oldies, beach, top 40, funk to rock.  They are known for their sizzling brass section. The Embers, featuring Craig Woolard, will perform Oct. 19, from 1-4 p.m. The Embers recently performed at the 2014 Spot Festival in Hampstead, and are well-known for being “the heart and soul� of beach music. The annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast inside the Assembly Building will begin Oct. 18 at 7:30 a.m. Exhibitors’ Arts and Crafts booths will open at 9:30 a.m.. At 11 a.m, the food court, beer and wine garden, boat rides, and children’s activities will open. Activities will take place on the grounds as well as inside
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the Assembly Building. Sunday’s festivities will kick off with a Kiwanis Pancake and Sausage Breakfast in the Assembly Building from 8-10 a.m. Exhibitors’ booths will open at 9:30 a.m. and other activities begin at 11. The Beer and Wine Garden will open at noon, and there will be a Curator drawing at 3 p.m. Arts and crafts lovers are sure to find jewelry, paintings, pottery, wood carvings, clothing, and much more. A c t iv i t i e s f o r t h e children include inflatable rides, art activities and a roving magician. Children’s art activities include face painting and colorful hair spraying. Children will be able to design necklaces and bracelets with beads, make colorful sand art, as well as enjoy foam art and painting.  There will also be other children’s activities sponsored by the Pender County Partnership for Children and the Topsail Beach Fire Department. The festival is held the third weekend in October every year in Topsail Beach at Flake Ave. and S. Anderson Blvd. on the grounds of the historic Assembly Building.  Visitors can also check out the Missiles and More Museum while Photo contributed enjoying the festival. After crossing over the Pender County School Board member Tom Roper spoke at last week’s Burgaw Rotary bridge in Surf City, turn right Club meeting to update the club on the school bond referendum in November. Pictured at the stoplight and go about above are Burgaw Rotary Club secretary Jimbo Robbins (left) and Roper. eight miles. For more information and the complete schedule, visit autumnwithtopsail.com.
County looks at new financial software By Tammy Proctor Post & Voice Staff Writer The instant access and transparency of software and websites created by OpenGov is being considered by the Pender County commissioners. In a telephone conference call with a webinar walk-thru by OpenGov representative Ryan Arnett, the commissioners were given a virtual tour of the financial software used by 160 governmental agencies in 30 states. Arnett said OpenGov provides residents and media immediate access to financial information. Commissioner Fred McCoy said the county needs transparency. Commissioner George Brown asked the cost of the services, which includes training, and creating and hosting a website. Ar nett said the service is roughly $8,500 annually for Pender County. OpenGov charges on a sliding scale, said Ar nett. The fees are deter mined by the size of the gover nmental entity’s budget. Transportation plan In other county business, Kyle Breuer, the planning director, presented a resolution regarding an update of the Pender County Comprehensive Transportation Plan. A c c o r d i n g t o B r e u e r, NCDOT be gan updating the transportation plan for Pender County. The resolution marks the beginning of a 30-day public comment period.
In a separate resolution regarding transportation, the commissioners urged Gov. McCrory, state legislators, and NCDOT to fund the Hampstead Bypass. Breuer said the Hampstead Bypass did not meet the state’s new priority criteria. “We’re out in no man’s land in this,� said Chairman David Williams. He added that the bypass was needed for the safety of the area’s residents. “You don’t have to be a traffic engineer to see the need.� Breuer said on Sept. 17, McCrory announced a plan
to fund additional transportation projects through a plan call “the 25 year vision for North Carolina, Mapping Our Future.� The plan would make funds available for 22 rail, port, transit, and highway investments. Breuer said the Hampstead Bypass is a part of the Military Cut-Off bypass plan, which helps the Hampstead project’s chances. The bypass, according to Breuer, will offer congestion relief and improve highway access to the coast.
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Candidates forum Oct. 16 The Pender-Topsail Post & Voice candidates forum is scheduled for Oct. 16 at Topsail High School. The forum will begin at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. Candidates are asked to arrive early and sign up so we will know who is in attendance. It would be good for voters to arrive early as well and take time to talk with the candidates. It’s hard to imagine political candidates that would not be willing and ready to talk with voters. Be sure to come Most people don’t and take advantage of the have a problem hopping opportunity. in the car and driving to Some have asked, why Wilmington or Jacksonhave the forum at Topsail High School? Why not have ville to eat or shop, so one in the western part of why would you have a Pender County. While we problem driving the short are certainly not opposed to distance to Hampstead for a forum in the west, we can a political forum? only hold one, due to the time required and logistics of putting on a candidates forum. If we can only hold one, it’s going to be in the east, because that’s where most of the people in Pender County live. No offence, but facts are facts. And after all, if you want to do just about anything in Pender County, you are going to have to get in your car and drive – another facts are facts statement. Most people don’t have a problem hopping in the car and driving to Wilmington or Jacksonville to eat or shop, so why would you have a problem driving the short distance to Hampstead for a political forum? We want to reach as many people as possible with the forum, so it just makes sense to hold it where the majority of the population in the county lives. We look forward to seeing you there.
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Aligning employer needs and worker skills Governor Pat McCrory sometimes says things that don’t sound the way we think he intended them. In kicking off his 100 county NCWORKS tour promoting workforce development, McCrory offhandedly stated we don’t need any more lawyers or journalists, but do need more people who can drive trucks, work on HVAC systems and have IT skills. He should have left the lawyers and certainly the journalists alone, but his point was well taken: our state must do better at aligning the skills employers need with the skillsets workers possess. Time was a person could graduate high school, get a job in one of North Carolina’s many manufacturing plants earning good wages and retire with the same company. Those jobs and those companies are gone and will never return, one of the big factors impacting our state’s economy in recent years. We are not alone. Nate Silver’s 538 blog says the median U.S. household income is just under $52,000 and hasn’t risen since 1988. North Carolina’s median household income fell from $51,125 in 2000 to $45,570 in 2010. When the factory closed many workers lacked the skills needed to get a comparable or better job; too many who did find jobs are underemployed, some no longer qualify as middle-income citizens. A few, no-doubt, joined the upper-income ranks but more have been reduced to lower-income status. North Carolina’s August unemployment rate was 6.8 percent, the third month in a
row it has risen. The Employment Security Commission reports there are 315,000 out of work. Even as those rates dropped over the past year we still have 14,000 fewer jobs than the 2007 pre-recession levels. Curiously, many North Carolina employers report they have jobs to offer but cannot find the workers with the skills they need. So McCrory and Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker are on a mission with a message, our need to match employers’ needs with workers’ skills. For too many years we’ve preached to children that if they didn’t get a college degree they couldn’t earn a good living and support a family. It is true many jobs require a baccalaureate degree but less than 30 percent of our population has that four-year degree and a large number of good paying jobs, don’t need that degree, but they do require more and better training for jobs that are available, the unfilled jobs our employers say they cannot fill. This is a theme Pat McCrory sounded as a candidate and continues today. This workforce preparedness training can best be achieved by our state’s 58 community colleges working in conjunction with our high schools. They are located closest to employers, closest to our people and are best able to discern the skillsets demanded by employers, then provide the training needed to fill job openings. North Carolina’s Community Colleges have not gotten the recognition or appreciation they deserve and certainly have not been sufficiently funded. At times it has seemed they want to become four-year degreegranting institutions but their best role is now and always has been in preparing people with the training and education needed to get better jobs. The governor is meeting with business, education and civic leaders to reinforce this timely and important message to speed up our state’s economic recovery. We need better workforce preparedness. –Campbell is former assistant state reasurer and is creator/host of NC SPIN, a weekly statewide television discussion of state issues airing Saturdays at 5 a.m. on WILM-TV and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. on Time Warner Cable Channel 20, Channel 25, and Channel 52. Contact him at www.ncspin.com.
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The Post & Voice’s quotes of the week “Anyone who registers by Oct. 10 either by mail with an Oct. 10 postmark or in person is guaranteed to vote. Beyond that, it’s still in the air. We don’t know what the court is going to decide.”
Pender County Election Board Director Dennis Boyles on the voter registration situation.
“This is the most optimistic I’ve been going into a round of manager interviews, and I’ve had several opportunities over the years.” Pender County Commission Chairman David Williams on the interviews scheduled for the county manager position.
The yellow ribbons are long forgotten I ran into an old acquaintance the other day and for a moment wondered about the beautiful young woman beside him. I was shocked to discover she was his daughter, a little girl I’ve known most of her life. She flashed a shy, embarrassed smile and jangled a key ring complicated with geegaws and fooforaw. “I can’t believe she’s old enough to have her license,” the fellow said. I couldn’t either; she had grown up without me realizing it. Since her dad and I are not exactly close, I had only occasionally seen his girl, but it got me to thinking about other little kids. Like most boys and girls his age, including my friend’s daughter, Buddy Myers would be driving now. If he stayed true to the form he was showing as a four-year-old not many of us ever knew, Buddy would likely be sweating and slamming his way through September afternoons. He enjoyed football, Nascar and his greatuncle’s 18-wheeler. He loved horses and his two dogs. Buddy went to live with his great-aunt and uncle after a series of sad events we won’t worry about right now. I have recounted those events often enough, since I’ve been writing a column about Buddy, on or around this date, for 14 years now. Buddy’s great-aunt laid down one beautiful October afternoon for a little nap with her boy. When she woke up, Buddy was gone. We had gone to bed when my editor called that night and wanted me on the scene. The Old Man was sick at the time, dealing with the ailments which would take him home the next May, but Miss Rhonda and I headed for Microwave Tower Road outside of Roseboro as fast as we could.
Jefferson Weaver I had been on searches before; been there to witness the cheers and tears as a little girl was found safe, and been there when a relieved pair of moms applied switches to the rear ends of two boys of around 12 who decided running away and hiding would be a great prank. They got frightened when the joke went too far and the searchers spread through the fields. While they apparently had escape and evasion skills that would do a Green Beret proud, they couldn’t escape the wrath of an angry, worried mom.A large, friendly search dog found them hiding under an abandoned house. The kids had been within earshot of—and hiding from—a hundred searchers for hours. There would be no whippin’ for Buddy Myers. The tow-headed little boy occasionally wandered off, but never far; he went down a path to visit a neighbor’s horses, and he went behind a barn on the property play with his dogs. He was never outside earshot of his home, and never failed to come when called. Until this time. Flashlights cut the sky as we pulled up the hill on a dusty road leading into the Myers’ home. The beams from
the law enforcement Kel-lites and Maglites and Q-beams carried by everyone back then cut through the dust cloud and growing fog like laser beams. As we stopped the car, the first thing I heard was people hollering “Bobby! Bobby!”, since someone had misheard Buddy’s nickname. My wife and I joined a search party that night, riding with two Wildlife officers as we checked the pen where Buddy went to see the horses. We fought clouds of mosquitoes, but found no sign of the missing boy. No one did that night; a footprint seen the next day was thought to be old, and an action figure of one his favorite cartoon characters, found along another trail, was of little if any value. We all got too close to that story; as a reporter, I’m supposed to remain objective, but I didn’t. Indeed, since the last time we observed this anniversary, I spoke to another reporter who was there, a fellow I’ve admired for years. His voice cracked when he recounted how he checked his own kids, several times a day and night, for a week afterward. We made friends during the three-day search for Buddy; that’s where I met a loud, brash, bossy woman named Monica Caison, the founder and director of the CUE Center for Missing Persons, and we came to be close friends. Monica has hundreds of missing people in her heart and on her mind every night, since that’s what she does. She refuses to let folks forget; once in a while, she helps families say goodbye, when long-lost bones are found or a criminal confesses or, rarely, a family is reunited. Monica’s grandbaby is younger than Buddy was when he disappeared. I won
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When I was a little girl, my parents told me that we possessed a money tree in the backyard. If I craved a new toy, my parents asserted, maybe I should venture outside and pick some cash off the money tree. During my younger years, the notion of sarcasm escaped me, so I believed with my whole heart that I would never work a day in my life if I could keep that tree. But, first, I’d have to find it. I spent countless afternoons in the backyard stealthily seeking out that elusive tree. Fortunately, my mom had a plethora of checks that would serve as backup. It was in these formative years that I developed the flawed misconception that money was a renewable resource and was readily available whenever I wanted something. During my freshman year of college I decided to become responsible. Armed with a $100.00 deposit in a brand new checking account, I was prepared to move mountains. Some guidance at this point would have been immensely helpful as I began to write checks with fervor. Of course, the check writing was limited to the essentials-food, gas, Obsession perfume, selftanner, textbooks, VO5 hot oil treatments, cassette tapes and Fresca. In the petite fragment of my mind that houses reason, I understood that a finite amount of money existed in this account, but I had a seemingly infinite number of checks. It’s strange how future consequence becomes so easily clouded at the Belk’s makeup counter. My lack of fiscal insight is, therefore, not my fault. I blame the lure of unfair marketing campaigns, banking institutions and my parents. As adulthood revealed a major disconnect between childhood expectations and reality, it dawned on me that the money tree never flowered, bills eventually had to be paid and using my blow dryer for an hour at a time made the kilowatts fly. In order to get stuff, I had to make money. That required having an actual job, so I decided to marry a rich man. But, then I fell in love with Daniel and opted to ditch the easy street and, rather, take the road frequently traveled by becoming a contributing member of society. After all, I convinced myself, money couldn’t buy happinessunless I happened to stumble upon a young, handsome rich man before saying the “I do’s” with Daniel. Well, I did the “I dos” and, fortunately for me, Daniel has become a great provider. I totally trump him in terms of college degrees, written and verbal expression, charisma, talent, charm and personality. But, when it comes down to financial contributions to the household income, Daniel is very much in the lead. Granted, he risks life and limb to maintain the
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Newsings & Musings
By Edith Batson Post & Voice Staff Writer Surprise Last Thursday morning I was walking on Wilmington St. by the Piggly Wiggly when my son, Stephen, drove by and saw me. He was so shocked to see me walking east on the street near the curb that he turned around to see what in the world I was doing walking in the street near the curb, with all the busy traffic whizzing by. By the way it was 8 o’clock in the morning. Having been to choir practice Wednesday night, I did not like to drive at night. So I had spent the night with a friend- after she and I had a good cup of perked coffee Thursday morning I was on my way home when I decided to get a couple of things at the store. There was a long truck parked in front with a longer metal piece of equipment on it. I asked a workman what it was. “A salad bar”, he answered. I went on in the store and purchased my three items. By then the large front door was blocked by that massive salad bar. It just would not go through those large sliding doors. One end was almost to the second door while the other end was still outside the first door. No amount of urging, squeezing, manipulating, would get that salad bar through both doors. Finally the clerks knew it was going to be a looong process to get the job done, so a clerk escorted a group of customers through the store down by the deli, through the doors to the “employees only” stockroom, and out the
door to the loading platform at the back of the store on McRae Street. A very long step down to the street enabled me to walk the block back to the front of the store where my car was parked. As I entered the parking lot, I noticed a truck coming toward me. (thought he was going to run over me.) Then I realized it was Stephen. “I happened to see you walking on the street as I was going by and wondered what in the world you were doing walking down Wilmington St. at 8 o’clock in the morning.” After he drove off, I noticed the salad bar was still outside the store. Although I did not hang around to find out what was going to happen, I called the store Monday morning at 7 a.m. and spoke to the Asst. Manager, Charles. He said they called the people who installed the sliding doors. At 10 o’clock that night the doors were taken down, the salad bar was rolled into the store on dollies and set in place. The doors were re-installed and all was well. Although the salad bar is in place, it is not up and running as of yet. So now you know the rest of the story, as Paul Harvey would say. By the way, when I stopped writing to call the store at 7 a.m., I noticed my breakfast was in the kitchen getting cold. Does your mind go faster than your body? I find myself getting distracted by something and then I take care of the distraction before I remember what I was doing in the first place. (After the
phone call, I did warm my breakfast and eat it.) Discussion at the Library On Wednesday last week, there was a small discussion group at the Pender Co. Library in Burgaw at 10 a.m. The Focus Group discussion was led by a graduate student at UNC-W, Leslie Randie-Morton. The topic was “The Preservation History of Slave Housing.” Participants were Carolyn Simpson Whitley, Joan Dauphine, and this writer. The hour-long meeting was so interesting that I found myself wanting it to go on and on. Asked if we had seen any slave quarters, I remembered those at Bellamy Mansion in Wilmington. After the meeting I remembered seeing those at Mt. Vernon many years ago. Having not realized that it was just a one-meeting discussion I was disappointed because the other two participants were full of interesting information and experiences. We will be looking forward to seeing the results of these meetings. Slaves were very much a part of our history, and we need to preserve that history. I must confess that I love the TV series “The Waltons”. It is good family entertainment about a Virginia family who had seven children and suffered bad times, depression, losses, and tragedies, but as a proud family they solved their problems with love, support, and sacrifice. A black neighbor, Verdie, suddenly decided she would like to know about her ances-
tors. John Boy the eldest son, offered to help her. After much research they found a plantation owner who, after the slaves were freed, was left with few resources besides her home. At first she refused to let them see old records that were stored in her attic. After Grandpa Walton talked to her about heritage and the need for people to know their family history, she finally relented and Verdie was allowed to look at the old records. She looked and looked and finally found documents about her ancestor who was a slave on that plantation. Her heart overflowed with the knowledge of her family history and she was at peace. Often we don’t see the need of knowing our family history until we get older. So if you want to know your family history start asking questions of your relatives who are still alive, write down things you can remember, and document names, dates of birth and death, where people lived, what their relationship to you was, and other pertinent information. For many years we had relatives eating Sunday dinner with us. How I wish I had turned a recorder on as Arthur’s mother, Ola Cobb Batson, and his Uncle (by marriage) Bob Hocutt, who lived across the road from us, would sit at the table and tell stories of their families. Now I cannot remember the stories. What a loss. Four County EMC meeting Not liking to drive at night, I talked my neighbor
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We may never know if buddy was kidnapped, as one of the cruel psychics claimed, or murdered, as the green-haired Ouija-board “master” said, or lost in one of the clay bogs a mile from his home, as many of us speculated. It was strange that his dogs came home during what was to be the last press conference of the search. There were a lot of things that never made sense, but the final word was that we didn’t know. By the second day of the three-day search, yellow ribbons embraced utility poles all over Roseboro and “Missing” posters spread far and wide. Those yellow ribbons began to fade as more ribbons went up the next year, with the start of the war in Afghanistan and Iraq. The little boy’s disappearance was largely forgotten in the shadow of other news stories and tragedies. Monica moved on to other missing people. I went from freelancing to working full-time; my parents passed away, as did Buddy’s greatuncle and his birth mother and others. The yellow ribbons are forgotten now; here and
there, you might find a thread or two left embedded in a utility pole, but I doubt it. For the most part, they are forgotten and faded. But for some of us, the yellow ribbons are as stark and clear and fresh as flashlights cutting through the darkness, looking for a little kid we didn’t know and never would meet, a little kid named Buddy, who brought strangers together for three
days in October – and created a family in the process. To my readers: the above is an edited and slightly updated version of a previously run column from this date. Please forgive me for repeating it, and please – hold your kids close and never, ever let them go. –Weaver is a columnist with the Post & Voice. Contact him at jeffweaver@ whiteville.com.
Continued from page 4A der when Monica is photographed smiling and holding her pride and joy, if she thinks of the lost kids, or if she has a moment of respite, since this child is safe. I hope it is the latter, since she bears a burden few could handle. I met people during those days from other states, as well as some from my own community whom I didn’t know. None of them knew Buddy or his family, but they came to help, sleeping in tiny tents in a camp that grew beside a closed car dealership turned headquarters. Strangers shared their tents with other strangers, all of whom were there for one purpose—to help bring a little kid home to the family who loved him. Every time a car turned into the parking lot with blue lights flashing, every time a helicopter landed, every time a radio squawked, everyone stopped and stared. We hoped, we prayed, we begged that the little boy who loved football and Nascar would come barreling out of a patrol car and into his grandma’s arms. It never happened.
and good friend Billy Dawson into taking Bobby Ives and me to the meeting. He had never been to one, so he was kind enough to say he would take us. We like to go and enjoy a barbecue sandwich, chips, and drink before the meeting. We enjoy seeing other friends and acquaintances we might not see but once a year, we enjoy the musical entertainment, the displays, hearing what has happened in the last year, voting on issues, and waiting for prize time. Of course some people seem to win prizes every year. I may come away empty handed, but I enjoy it once a year. Let you know what I win. (ha) Don’t forget the Chamber of Commerce and PenderTopsail Post & Voice sponsored Expo at the historic Burgaw Depot on Oct. 9, from 11 a.m. until 6. You will learn a lot about our county and its services, receive samples, and enjoy seeing friends and neighbors. Don’t forget Thursday. By the way, some people say they don’t read all of the Post & Voice every week. It is the only Pender County paper, and it covers east and west and in between. There are several weekly schedules of events in the area, meetings, special events. You might be surprised how much you can learn about all the goings-on in our county. Try it- you will like it. Parting thought Many of us try to find happiness and peace through a
spouse, our children, friends, money, alcohol, drugs, sex and other things. We miss our family members we were close to, and we miss having family members see our children, and grandchildren grow up. My father died when I was 31 and I felt that loss acutely. There was actually a weight I could feel in my body and it lasted a year. Suddenly that weight lifted from my shoulders and my heart, and it never came back. My aunt died a year after we were married. I had looked forward to many years of visits and special times with her. They were cut short by a sudden heart attack at 7 a.m. while she was washing clothes at the sink. It has been my feeling that we cannot find true happiness and peace in another person. That missing feeling in me came when I turned my life over to Jesus Christ, who gave Himself on the cross, not because He had sinned, but for all of us who are sinners. He was perfect. He was raised from the dead and lives at the right hand of God, who sent the Holy Spirit to live in us. That act of surrender and love and letting His love fill me gave me the peace I needed to find. We love our families and friends but there seems to be a special void that can be filled only by God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit- the three-in-one. May everyone find that very special peace and joy. Shalom!
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Meredith Lee Tatum BURGAW -- Meredith Lee Tatum, 79, of Burgaw passed peacefully from his earthly life on Monday, Oct. 6, 2014 at his home. Lee was bor n Mar. 23, 1935 in Burgaw to Meredith Jerome a n d C a r r i e M a e R i c h a r d s Ta t u m . A l s o lovingly remembered are his daughter, Laury Tatum S m i t h ; b r o t h e r, E ve r e t t “ S o n n y � Ta t u m ; i n f a n t sister, Gladys Tatum, all who preceded Lee in death. Lee is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Patricia “Pat� Everett Tatum; his sons, Kimble L. Tatum (Sue Faber) and Michael D. Tatum (Darla); g randchildren, Kimberly Rivenbark Williams (Ronnie), C. T. Smith, Jr., Sarah Tatum,
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Obituaries
J o r d a n Ta t u m ( A n a i s ) , T r av i s Tat u m ( H e ather) and Gabrielle Tatum; and a sweet great granddaughter, Skyler Williams; sisters, Joyce Suggs (Buddy) and Iris Burgess; brother, Kenneth Dale Tatum; special sistersin-law, Eleanor Stephens and Hester; and many extended family and friends. As a young man Lee began his working career with Champion Parts Rebuilders and as a long distance truck driver which spanned 25 years. Lee then opened his own business, Lee Tatum Se ptic Tank Service, for which he was well-known and respected. Lee was a longtime faithful member of Long Creek Baptist Church where he served for many years as chairman of the Deacons. Just recently he was made an honorary life deacon. Lee and Pat began a life long love in junior high and in high school Lee walked 12 miles three times a week from Cowpen Landing to visit Pat. Lee married Pat, the love of his life and they have been wonderful examples of love and Christian faith to their three children; six grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Lee was an avid hunter and fisherman until his best friend, S. D.
“Deedie� Justice was killed, which ended Lee’s sportsman activities. Lee loved animals (especially rabbits), flowers and all of God’s creations. Most important in Lee’s life was his daily walk with his Lord and sharing God’s Word with others. Lee loved his family and was a thoughtful and generous provider. Lee will be missed by his family and many friends. He loved his Lord and Savior and lived his life with trust and faith. He never gave up hope of being healed and he was finally healed, at the feet of Jesus. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 at Long Creek Baptist Church with the Rev. Wayne L. Bateman and The Rev. Al Watkins officiating. Burial followed in Malpass Memorial Cemetery at Long Creek Baptist Church. The family received friends at the church Wednesday at 1 p.m. until hour of the service. Casketbearers were Jordan Jerome Tatum, C. T. Smith, Jr., Ronnie Williams, Kevin Dineen, Bennie Justice and John Justice. Honorary b e a r e r s w e r e R ay m o n d Justice, Jay Porter, Jr. and Tony Mergenthaler. Well done thou good and faithful servant, enter into
well for myself, but that’s after working tirelessly to earn three college degrees and a national teaching certification. My efforts far outweigh my paycheck. In fact, if I were a single mom, I’d have to forego the Clinique moisturizer for the Hag Reducer Plus store brand. My problem is that Daniel has become my financial parent, perusing our accounts on a daily basis and
providing verbal updates on my spending habits. I cringe when I hear the words, “Have you checked your account lately.� I don’t mean to brag, but it takes skill to drive a checking account down to $.63 without hitting cash reserve. I continually remind Daniel that I’m going to be a famous author one day and, with my new releases flying off shelves, the problem will
your rest. C o n d o l e n c e s m ay b e sent to the family at www. quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by QuinnMcGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw. Kate B. Dewberry BURGAW -- Kate B. Dewberry, 88, passed away Sept. 9, 2014, at Waccamaw Community Hospital in Myrtle Beach, SC. Kate, lovingly known to family and friends as “Granny,� was born to Joseph Edgar and Ethel Altizer Brewster on Dec. 19, 1925. She was the youngest and last survivor of 14 children. Kate was born in Bandy, Virginia and her family moved to Ridgeway, Va. while Kate was still a child. In 1990 she retired as Senior Supervisor from Brookside Industries in Reidsville. Kate spent her happiest retirement years in Burgaw where she was a member of Burgaw Baptist Church. Kate is survived by her four children: Barbara Bell, Sheila Woodcock, Flo Laird (Mike), and Tim Dewberry (Pat). She is also survived by 10 grandchildren:  Teresa Kalber, Chris Jewby (Angela), Michelle Jewby, and Kathleen Jewby; Eyvonne Willetts (Bill); Jason Johnson be trying to spend all of the money. If he plays nice with me now, he’s guaranteed a spot on my yacht and his own cabana boy. Again, I’m borrowing from the future to fund the present, but it has maintained me for over forty years and I’m not about to change my game now. –Hill is a columnist with the Post & Voice. Contact her at Regina.Hill@onslow.k12. nc.us.
(Jennifer) and Kim Johnson; and Blake Dewberry, Joshua Dewberry (Kristen), and Jeremy Dewberry. Additionally, she is survived by 16 greatgrandchildren. A memorial service will be held for Kate at 3 p.m. on Oct. 18, 2014, at First Baptist Church in Ridgeway, Virginia. The family will receive friends following the service. Elma White McCommas BURGAW -- Elma White McCommas, 87, of Burgaw passed gently from her earthly life on Monday, Sept. 30, 2014 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. She was born June 20, 1927 in Bladen County, the daughter of the late Oscar Marvin and Naomi Ruth Hester White. Elma was predeceased by her husband, John “Jack� A. McCommas, son, John A. McCommas, Jr.; and infant daughter, Susan. Elma is survived by her d a u g h t e r s, S a r a B r ya n t (Clayton) of Rose Hill, Ann VerMeulen of Cape-Fair, Mo. and Liz Biagiotti (Matt) of Loudenville, N.Y.; grand-
children, Jonathan Bryant (Brittany), Matthew Bryant, Nichols Bryant, Cassandra Herr (Ritchie), Nicole Belanger, Michelle VerMeulen, Robert VerMeulen, and Nathan Stevens; seven great grandchildren, sister, Hester Williams, brother, Joseph “Buddy� White (Doris); and many nieces and nephews Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, 2014 at Galeed Baptist Church, 571 Galeed Church Road, Bladenboro with the Rev. Jason Villegas and the Rev. Jason Williams officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Casketbearers will be Matthew Bryant, Jonathan Bryant, Nicholas Bryant, Rober t VerMeulen, Ritchie Herr and Keith Eubanks. T h e f a m i ly re c e ive d friends 6-8 p.m. Oct. 2 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw. Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
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Pender singers needed for regional production of Messiah The Wallace-Rose Hill Friends of the Arts highlights the holiday season with its popular production of The Messiah. This concert of beloved selections from Handel’s timeless oratorio will be performed Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Singers from Pender County have been part of the choir in previous years, and are urged join once again and bring more singing friends along.  Rehearsals will be in the music room
of Wallace-Rose Hill High School at 4 p.m. every Sunday in November, and the dress rehearsal will be Dec. 6 from 2-4:30 p.m. “Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we had the largest choir ever. We invite friends and church members to join with us and sing. It is a truly uplifting experience,� said Wallace-Rose Hill Friends of the Arts Program Coordinator Jan Zoesch. The concert is at a new location this year – the First Baptist Church in
Wallace. The Wilmington Symphony String Quartet again will join organist Vera Coombs in providing instrumental support to the choir, and the entire production is blended beautifully by the accomplished talent of music director Karla Casteen. If you would like to participate this year, or if you have any questions, please contact Zoesch at atoz1435@aol.com, or call 285-8919.
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Burial, memorial benefits for veterans Dear Savvy Senior, Does the Veterans Administration provide any special funeral services or benefits to old veterans? My father is a 90year-old World War II veteran with late stage Alzheimer’s, so I’m looking into funeral options and would like to know what the VA may provide. Planning Ahead Dear Planning, Yes, the Veterans Administration offers a number of burial and memorial benefits to veterans if their discharge from the military was under conditions other than dishonorable – which will need to be verified. To do this, you’ll need a copy of your dad’s DD Form 214 “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty,” which you can request online at archives. gov/veterans. Here’s a rundown of some of the different benefits that are available to veterans that die a non-service related death. National and state cemetery benefits If your dad is eligible, and wants to be buried in one of the 131 national or 93 state VA cemeteries (see www.cem.va.gov/cem/cems/ listcem.asp for a list) the VA benefits provided at no cost to the family include a gravesite; opening and closing of the grave; perpetual gravesite care; a government headstone or marker; a United States burial flag that can be used to drape the casket or accompany the urn (after the funeral service, the flag is given to the next-of-kin as a keepsake); and a Presidential memorial certificate,
which is an engraved paper certificate signed by the current President expressing the country’s grateful recognition of the veteran’s service. National cemetery burial benefits are also available to spouses and dependents of veterans. If your dad is cremated, his remains will be buried or inurned in the same manner as casketed remains. Funeral or cremation arrangements and costs are not, however, taken care of by the VA. They are the responsibility of the veteran’s family. Private cemetery benefits If your dad is going to be buried in a private cemetery, the benefits available include a free government headstone or marker, or a medallion that can be affixed to an existing privately purchased headstone or marker; a burial flag; and a Presidential memorial certificate. Funeral or cremation arrangements and costs are again the responsibility of the family, and there are no benefits offered to spouses and dependents that are buried in private cemeteries. Military funeral honors Another popular benefit available to all eligible veterans buried in either a national or private cemetery is a military funeral honors ceremony. This includes folding and presenting the U.S.
burial flag to the veteran’s survivors and the playing of Taps, performed by two or more uniformed military members. The funeral provider you choose will be able to assist you with all VA burial requests. Depending on what you want, certain forms may need to be completed which are always better to be done in advance. For a complete rundown of burial and memorial benefits, eligibility details and required forms, visit www.cem.va.gov or call 800-827-1000. Burial allowances In addition to the many burial benefits, some veterans may also qualify for a $734 burial and funeral expense allowance (if hospitalized by VA at time of death), or $300 (if not hospitalized by VA at time of death), and a $734 plot-interment allowance to those who choose to be buried in a private cemetery. To find out if your dad is eligible, see benefits.va.gov/ benefits/factsheets/burials/ burial.pdf. To apply for burial allowances, you’ll need to fill out VA Form 21-530 “Application for Burial Benefits.” You need to attach a copy of your dad’s discharge document (DD 214 or equivalent), death certificate, funeral and burial bills. They should show that you have paid them in full. You may download the form at va.gov/vaforms. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
Today she calls Coastal Carolina home, but in the eighties – she was all about Virginia. In fact, a big chunk of her heart still belongs to the state and its renowned University. Patricia Maggio Homa graduated from the University of Virginia in 1980 and has since hosted Alumni events for the school and served as Vice President of the Coastal Carolinas UVA Alumni Association. “I think UVA is a wonderful school,” Maggio Homa said. “I learned so much while I was there and participated in so many clubs and events, including Alpha Delta Pi sorority. “I’d love to tell you about my love for UVA and why I want to help the Admissions Program. I graduated from UVA’s College of Arts and Sciences in 1980 (double majoring in American Government and French), and loved every minute I attended the University. I was an alto in the University Singers group and had a great time playing intramural sports.” So it’s no wonder she is still passionate about getting
involved in UVA activities and spearheading alumni events. Homa invites area alumni and potential college students to attend an informational meeting to learn more about future events and opportunities in Pender County Oct. 12. “The session is meant to address questions from people who may be interested in apply to UVA as an undergraduate.” Senior Associate Dean for the Office of Undergraduate Admission Christy Pratt will be on hand along with recent UVA graduates who will act as a panel to answer questions about life at UVA. At a glance, it is a big university with a small-town feel. “ T h e re i s a n a m a z i n g history to be studied about UVA. Women were not admitted to UVA in schools other than the nursing program until 1972. By the time I went to UVA, the ratio of men to women was roughly 50/50,” Homa explained. The event will be held at the Hampstead Women’s Club Community Building, 14435 U. S. Highway 17, Oct 12 at 6:30 p.m. People interested in
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Mr. and Mrs. Danny O’Neal Price of Latta, South Carolina are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Leslie Sara Price to Michael Gene Faircloth, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Gene Faircloth Jr. of Rocky Point. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mrs. Frances Herring Price and the Late Mr. Belton O’Neal Price Jr. of Floyd Dale, South Carolina, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Tracy Festus Henry of Latta. The groom-elect is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Gene Faircloth Sr. of Currie and the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Elmer Woodcock of Rocky Point. The bride-elect graduated from Limestone College, Magna Cum Laude, with a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science and Information Technology. She is currently employed by Verizon Wireless as a Technical Support Specialist. The groom-elect attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington and graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science. He is currently employed by Verizon Wireless as a Technical Support Specialist. Their wedding is planned for May 16, 2015 in Latta.
Animals find shelter at Poplar Grove By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer
Poplar Grove’s Animal Sanctuary has become a lifeline for a growing number of neglected and abused farm animals. The volunteers at the rescue and foster site work tirelessly with several different agencies to shelter and care for the animals. Some of these animals have been mistreated and abandoned. Others make their way to attending are asked to rsvp Poplar Grove when individu(http://www.admission.vir- als and families are no longer capable of providing the vital ginia.edu/uva-visits-you). Maggio Homa strongly en- care required to adequately courages people to attend to feed and house their fourlearn more about the Univer- legged family members. The Animal Sanctuary besity she turned to for more than an education, but for a gan renovation on the existlife-long set of skills and rela- ing far mland in 2013, and has since become accredited tionships. “I formed many of my clos- by the United States Equine est friendships at UVA. I still Rescue League – Southeast keep in touch with many of Coast Region (USERL-SCR). my sorority sisters and room- The non-profit organization is mates. We are all spread all over the place now, but manage to keep up with one another, especially with great tools like Facebook,” she said. Homa grew up in Manassas, Virgina, so visiting the school wasn’t too difficult for her when it came time to choose a college. “From the moment my parents took me to UVA when I was in the tenth grade to see the grounds at UVA, I knew I wanted to go to school there,” she said. “I strived to do well in high school and realized my dream when I was accepted.” Now she is helping bring the University to potential students who may not be able to travel there.
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staffed mostly by volunteers, and was founded to save, protect and rehabilitate equines in need. The sanctuary also works with law enforcement, county humane societies, and animal protective agencies to advocate for the animals in need of care. It takes the attention of many volunteers to provide the care these animals need. Jack, a gelding with Arabian characteristics, was scared and malnourished when he arrived. April, six years old and part quarter horse, came to the sanctuary with a hoof problem resulting from her terrible living conditions. Weaver, a thoroughbred about 18 years old, was rescued in Sampson County where more than 50 horses were being starved. Silver Dollar just arrived in September, and needs about 400 pounds to reach a healthy weight. There are also rabbits, cats, Shetland sheep, as well as
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with them. Local non-profit and educational booths will be on site in support of the objectives of the Animal Sanctuary. All proceeds from the event will benefit Poplar Grove’s Animal Sanctuary. Funds will pay for food for the animals, supplies, medications and necessary veterinary costs. A brand-new horse training ring has been added, and Poplar Grove is currently rebuilding rabbit hutches, new chicken coops, and its first goat playground. Future plans include stall additions and barn renovations, as well as more interactive animal areas for children and educational groups. In order to help continue fostering and caring for the animals in need, donations are accepted. For more information about the Animal Sanctuary or the Trails for Tails event, visit poplargrove.org or find them on Facebook. location at the Beach House Marina is Surf City due to the closing of the marina. Luther faces a maximum of two years imprisonment, and a maximum total fine of $200,000. Luther has also agreed to purchase .21 acres of coastal wetland restoration in order to compensate for impacts to wetlands and other jurisdictional waters impacted from his criminal conduct prior to sentencing hearing.
Town of Burgaw Government News October 09, 2014
PUBLIC HEARINGS SCHEDULED The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners will hold the following public hearings on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 5:00 PM (or thereabout) in the meeting room of the Burgaw Municipal Building located at 109 N Walker Street in Burgaw, NC. All interested parties are invited to attend. Public Hearing 1. Consideration of a requested text change amendment to Article 7: Regulations for Signs to allow larger signs. Public Hearing 2. Consideration of a requested text change amendment to Section 4-9: Table of Permitted Uses and Section 4-10: Notes to the Table of Permitted Uses to allow single family residential uses and accessory apartments in the rear of commercial structures in the B-1 zoning district. Public Hearing 3. Consideration of a requested text change amendment to Sections 2-2, 4-9, 6-3, and 14-20 of the UDO to add Entertainment Establishment, Event Venue, and Recreation Center uses to the ordinance. Public Hearing 4. Consideration of a proposed text change amendment to Article 5. Supplementary Use Regulations of the UDO to establish design standards for planned building groups and attached dwellings. (Item tabled at September 9, 2014 Board of Commissioners meeting.) Public Hearing 5. Consideration of a budget amendment to the Depot Event Center Fee Schedule. Public Hearing 6. Consideration of Amendment of Chapter 37, Article 1 of the Town of Burgaw Code of Ordinances that provides for criminal history background checks for all final applicants for employment with the Town of Burgaw (to comply with new state requirements).
The Burgaw Fire Department asks that all residents practice fire safety. Keep all combustible materials away from heat producing appliances. Practice the steps of calling 911 with all occupants in your home. Plan an escape route in the event of a fire and practice that escape route. Make sure your address numbers are visible from the street and clearly identify your residence or building. Please check the operation and batteries in your smoke detectors. Remember, the Burgaw Fire Department offers free smoke detectors to those in need. October 13, 2014 October 14, 2014 October 16, 2014 October 20, 2014
CALENDAR Parks & Recreation Committee meeting Board of Commissioners meeting Planning Board Meeting Promotions & Special Events Com. Mtg.
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Phone 910.259.2151 Fax 910.259.6644 Email: townofburgaw@townofburgaw.com Web: www.townofburgaw.com
The Town of Surf City’s Utilities Department & Community Development Department now accept the following cards for payment:
1. The Pender County Board of Elections shall meet at 2:00 PM on Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at the Board of Elections Office at 807 S Walker Street, Burgaw to count absentee ballots.
2. Any voter of the county may attend this meeting and observe the count. 3. The results of the absentee ballot count will not be announced before 7:30 pm on November 4, 2014.
Twila M. Jones; Chairman, Pender County Board of Elections
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: October 15, 2014 TIME OF HEARINGS: 9:00 A.M. LOCATION OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTED WILL BE HELD IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM, AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING RM. 145, 805 S. WALKER ST., BURGAW, NC 28425 TOPICS OF HEARING:
The polls will be open for voting on Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014 from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm. All residents of Pender County who are registered to vote with the Pender County Board of Elections may vote in this election. Voters who are previously registered need not re-register. Those residents of the county who are not registered to vote must register by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2014 in order to be eligible to vote in this election. Registration forms may be obtained from the Pender County Board of Elections office at 807 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, any branch of the Pender County Library, any Town Hall, or online at http://www.pendercountync.gov/Government/Departments/BoardofElections.aspx. The Voter Registration form link is on the left. Absentee ballots are allowed. Requests for an absentee ballot must be made using a state approved request form. All requests must be received in the Pender County Board of Elections office by 5:00 pm on October 28, 2014. The Board of Elections will meet on October 14, 21, & 28, 2014 at 10:00 am and again on November 3, 2014 at 5:00 pm for the purpose of approving absentee ballot applications. One-stop voting will be held at the following locations beginning October 23, 2014 and ending November 1, 2014: The Board of Elections Office located at: 807 S Walker St., Burgaw, NC 28425 The Topsail Senior Center located at: 20959 US Hwy 17 Hampstead, NC 28443 The Hampstead Community Center located at: 14435 US Hwy 17 Hampstead, NC 28443 The Long Creek Volunteer Fire Department located at: 227 Scott Road Rocky Point, NC 28457 The Shiloh Volunteer Fire Department located at: 19170 US Hwy 421 Willard, NC 28478
Variance Thomas Smith, applicant, on behalf of Darrell Register, owner, is requesting a five foot (5’) variance from the required ten foot (10’) side yard setback from the northeast and southwest property lines as prescribed in the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance, Section 4.14, Zoning District Dimensional Requirements. The subject property is zoned RP, Residential Performance District and contains ± 0.34 acres. There is one (1) tract associated with this request and may be identified as Lot 24 of Map Book 10 Page 62 and is located on the south side of Mallard Bay Road (SR 1566) in Hampstead. The tract may be further identified by Pender County PIN 4213-35-2444-0000. Variance Lindsey Hess, applicant, on behalf of Hampstead Medpro Partners, LLC, owner, is requesting a ten foot (10’) variance from the required twenty foot (20’) setback requirement for a pylon/free-standing sign as prescribed in the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance, Section 9.9.1.A(3), Pylon/Free-Standing Sign. The subject property is zoned GB, General Business District and contains ± 2.79 acres. The property is located at 14057 US HWY 17 in Hampstead and may be further identified by Pender County PIN 3282-64-5881-0000. Variance Jamie Flynn, applicant, on behalf of Mildred Phillips, owner, is requesting a variance for relief from the requirement of the definition of Accessory Structure in Appendix A, specifically that an accessory structure be located on the same parcel of property as the principal structure as prescribed in the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance. The subject property is zoned RP, Residential Performance District and contains ± 0.67 acres. The property is located at 101 Circle Drive (SR 1064) in Hampstead and may be further identified by Pender County PIN 3281-99-2291-0000. For Additional Information: Contact Pender County Planning Dept. 805 S Walker St Burgaw NC 28425 Phone 910 259 1202
Hours of operation for all locations except the Board of Elections office: Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 6:00 pm. th In addition, all One-Stop locations will be open on Saturday, October 25 from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm and again on November st 1 from 8:00 am until 1:00 pm. The Board of Elections office hours: Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 am until 6:00 pm. In rd th addition, the Board of Elections office will remain open until 8:00 pm on Thursday October 23 , Friday October 24 , Thursday th st October 30 and Friday October 31 . Canvass will be held at 11:00 am in the Pender County Board of Elections office in Burgaw on November 14, 2014. BEGINNING IN 2016, A PHOTO ID WILL BE REQUIRED WHEN VOTING IN PERSON. Twila M. Jones; Chairman, Pender County Board of Elections
WANTED! A FEW GOOD MEN & WOMEN! VOLUNTEER! The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following boards/ commissions/committees:
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TOWN OF SURF CITY 214 N. NEW RIVER DRIVE PO BOX 2475, SURF CITY, NC 28445 Phone 910-328-4131 Fax 910-328-4132/1746 www.townofsurfcity.com
On September 2, 2014 the Pender County Board of Elections met at the Board of Elections Office, Burgaw, North Carolina and adopted the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED by the Pender County Board of Elections that:
Polling places will be located at: Canetuck – Canetuck Community Building: 6098 Canetuck Rd., Currie Cape Fear – Cape Fear Elementary School: 1886 NC Hwy 133, Rocky Point Caswell – Atkinson School Cafeteria: 200 N Town Hall Ave., Atkinson Columbia – Shiloh Volunteer Fire Dept.: 19170 US Hwy 421, Willard Grady – Moores Creek Missionary Baptist Church: 60 Minuteman Rd., Currie Long Creek – Long Creek Volunteer Fire Dept.: 227 Scott Rd., Rocky Point Lower Topsail – Hampstead Community Center: 14435 US Hwy 17, Hampstead Lower Union – Watha Town Hall: 425 Watha Rd., Watha Middle Holly – Duplin/Pender Forestry Service Building: 5655 NC Hwy 53 E, Burgaw Middle Topsail – Topsail Elementary School: 17385 US Hwy 17, Hampstead North Burgaw – Burgaw Town Hall: 109 N Walker St., Burgaw Penderlea – Penderlea Volunteer Fire Dept.: 4005 NC Hwy 11, Willard Rocky Point – Rocky Point Volunteer Fire Dept.: 1425 Porters Lane Rd, Rocky Point Scotts Hill – Wesleyan Chapel Fellowship Hall: 10255 US Hwy 17, Wilmington Sloop Point - Topsail Senior Center: 20959 US Hwy 17, Hampstead South Burgaw – Cooperative Extension Auditorium: 801 S Walker St., Burgaw Surf City – Surf City Fire Dept.: 230 Wilmington Ave., Surf City Upper Holly – Maple Hill Volunteer Fire Dept.: 115 N Old Maple Hill Rd., Maple Hill Upper Topsail – North Topsail Elementary School: 1310 Sloop Point Loop Rd., Hampstead Upper Union – Union Rescue Squad Building: 8590 NC Hwy 11, Willard
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The Utilities Department also offers bank drafting. For more information, call 910-328-3921.
RESOLUTION OF THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS CONCERNING THE COUNTING OF ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Notice is hereby given: A General Election will be held on November 4, 2014 in Pender County to elect representatives for the following offices: US Senate, US House; District 7, US House; District 3, NC Senate; District 8, NC House; District 16, District Attorney; District 5, Board of County Commissioners; Districts 1, 2 & 3, Clerk of Superior Court, Sheriff, Supreme Court Chief Justice, Supreme Court Associate Justices, Court of Appeals Judges, District Court Judges; District 5, Soil & Water Conservation District Supervisors, a proposed N.C. Constitutional Amendment and a Pender County School Bond Referendum.
District 1 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail District 2 = Upper & Middle Holly; Upper Topsail; Surf City District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek; Grady
MEETING TIMES 1st Tuesday of the month 2nd Thursday of the month
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Advisory Board of Health Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Housing Initiative Board Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Authority Library Board Pender Memorial Hospital Tourism Development Authority
Surf City Town Council Planning Board
OCTOBER IS FIRE PREVENTION MONTH
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Town of Surf City Government News October 9, 2014
Positions/Categories Optometrist***, Veterinarian*** Veterinarian Private Sector Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking District 2 District 5 District 5
District 4 = Lower Union; N. & S. Burgaw District 5 = Upper Union; Penderlea; Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck
Some of these positions are currently open and some will become open in the near future. *** These positions can be temporarily filled by someone associated with this field who may not be currently licensed. Applications can be completed on-line at www.pendercountync.gov (click on “How Do I” on the home page); or write or call Ms. Glenda Pridgen, Deputy Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-1200, and complete an application.
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THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: October 20, 2014 TIME OF HEARINGS: 7:00 p.m. LOCATION OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARING NOTED WILL BE HELD IN THE PUBLIC MEETING ROOM AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING ROOM 145, 805 SOUTH WALKER STREET, BURGAW, N.C. 28425 TOPICS OF HEARING: Comprehensive Plan Amendment Oak Island Partners, LLC, applicant and owner, is requesting an amendment to the 2010 Pender County Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Future Land Use Map. The requested amendment is to reclassify the subject property’s Future Land Use Classification from Conservation to Rural Growth. There are nine (9) tracts associated with this request totaling ±3,429.01 acres, they are located approximately 5,000’ north of US HWY 17, near the Pender/Onslow County border and may be identified by Pender County PIN(s) 4227-51-3640-0000; 4227-42-33510000; 4227-33-2015-0000; 4227-43-0996-0000; 4227-18-2935-0000; 4217-57-5118-0000; 4218-71-9155-0000; 4218-73-1711-0000; 4217-734476-0000. Zoning Map Amendment Julia Ayala, applicant, on behalf of Whitebridge Development LLC, owner, is requesting approval of a Zoning Map Amendment for a general use rezoning of one tract totaling 2.05 acres from PD, Planned Development District, to GB, General Business District. The subject property is located at 12900 US HWY 17 in Hampstead, and may be further identified by Pender County PIN 3282-20-7160-000. Special Use Permit TriHabitat, LLC, applicant, on behalf of Corbett Package Company, owner, is requesting approval of a Special Use Permit (SUP) for the construction and operation of a triathlon training and event facility including instruction, recreational vehicle parking area, and campsites. The property is located adjacent to the Northeast Cape Fear River and will be accessed via NC HWY 210, ± 1.4 miles east of the Lane’s Ferry Bridge, Rocky Point. The subject property contains ± 1080 acres and is zoned RA, Rural Agricultural District and may be further identified by Pender County PIN 3254-87-0614-0000. Zoning Text Amendment Pender County is requesting an amendment to the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance; Section 7.10, Off-Street Parking and Loading/Parking Requirements, 7.10.5 Surfacing, and Daycare Parking minimum(s); a detailed description of the amendment is available in the Planning Department offices for review. For Additional Information: Contact Pender County Planning & Community Development 805 S Walker St Burgaw, NC 28425 Phone 910 259-1202
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Bill Howard Outdoors
By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist Simplicity is a lost trait. Our world of endless technological advances continues to march forward leaving the easiest tasks in an afterthought. Take tire monitoring systems for instance. At one time, many years ago, when you would pull up to a filling station, an attendant would
come out. Then he would proceed to pump the fuel, clean the windshield, check the oil, and check the air pressures in the tires. As the filling stations began to lose the necessity of attendants, then we began to check our own. We even changed our own oil and performed tune ups on our own vehicles. Then something changed. Our lives were blessed with computer systems which could be integrated into certain simple tasks. Alar m clocks were no longer a series of gears clicking endlessly towards an eventual hammer attack on two bells. Analog went digital. Our vehicles started telling us when it was time to change oil rather than us keeping up with 3000 mile intervals on our odometers. And then the cursed tire monitor was born. It came about because of necessity actually. We forgot how to
check our tire pressures. We did not know how much air was supposed to go in the tires. We did not realize the affect temperatures played on the tire pressures. And we still do not. That little flashing (or steady on some vehicles) light that looks like a horseshoe with an exclamation point in the middle causes anxiety, stress, and outright fear when we see it now. It only comes on for two reasons. Either the tire pressure is beyond a certain threshold limit or a sensor has gone bad. Now we have come to boat motors. This is an outdoors column after all. At one time they were as simple as you could make a mechanical contraption with an enormous amount of moving parts that held both an engine and transmission within the same body. Don’t get me wrong, they
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Atkinson resident touches student’s lives By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer Atkinson resident Dr. David Allen is known to students, past and present, as one of those teachers who has made an enduring impact on their lives. For many years, he worked for New Hanover County Schools. He taught in Brunswick County at one time, and is currently an instructor at Cape Fear Community College’s Burgaw Campus. Born and raised in Wilmington, Allen could be found at New Hanover High School (NHHS) over the course of several decades. He was a student there in the 1960s, a teacher in the 70s, an administrator beginning in the 80s, and eventually retired there in 2003. Upon graduation from college in 1969, Allen set out for seminary. He wanted to be a missionary in Africa, so he majored in French with a minor in philosophy and religion. After the loss of his father, however, he returned home around 1970 and started an unplanned career in education. His mother saw his disappointment when he had not realized his dream of becoming a missionary. Allen said that she reminded him, “Wherever you are, you can be a missionary.” Dr. Allen’s career was launched at Roland-Grise Junior High School, where he taught Language Arts, Social Studies and French. He was also in charge of the studentgenerated newspaper at the school. Allen’s legacy is evident in the stories told by his
former students. Wilmington local Frances Weller, now WECT’s News Anchor, was a student at Roland-Grise while Allen was there. “I remember Dr. David Allen. Here’s how well I remember him. He, in large part, is the reason I am a journalist today. He was the teacher advisor for our school newspaper at Roland-Grise (junior high school at the time). For whatever reason, he saw a writing talent in me and named me editor of the school paper. That’s when the bug hit me and I aspired to be a journalist after that,” Weller said. “Dr. Allen is one of those teachers that leaves a lifetime impression. I will forever be grateful for his influence.” Dr. Allen went on to teach at New Hanover High School in 1972, where he taught English, Psychology, Comparative Religions and French. He worked as Assistant Principal at DC Virgo, and then from 1977 to 1978 he was Director of Admissions at Mt. Olive College. He worked in fundraising for the schools for a couple of years, and was Assistant Principal at Williston Middle School from 1983 to 1989. Over the years, Allen has held a variety of positions. He took on an educational consultant job with GE and New Hanover County Schools, taught French for half a year in Brunswick County, taught at Hoggard in an interim position, and at Isaac Bear Early College for half a year. He worked as a substitute and taught online classes at Strayer University, as well. He eventually retur ned to NHHS, moved to Atkinson in
2002, and retired the following year. Dr. Allen’s talents are not limited to teaching. He started playing drums when he was 15 and for many years, he was a drummer and singer for a local band called Mark IV. The band played at various locations in downtown Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach and Wallace. He later started a band called Souled Out Boogie Band, and the band still plays occasionally. In addition to teaching and drumming, Allen was also a “pulpit supplier” for years, filling in for preachers at various churches when needed. He said his father once told him that he was the only “French-speaking, rock-n-roll, drumming preaching teacher” he had ever met. About three years ago, Allen began teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) at Cape Fear Community College. He also taught GED there for a while before returning to ESL. Dr. Allen doesn’t just teach to his students. He engages them. He finds their strengths and interests, and he builds on them. When he makes a mistake in front of the class and students call him out on it, he gets excited because he knows that means they are learning. What is it that keeps him in the classroom? “The most rewarding part of my job is seeing kids be successful – that big smile, the ‘thank you,’ and sometimes you get the biggest bear hug you’ve ever had,” said Allen. “Yeah, that has to be it – I like being a part of their success.”
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were complicated. They had to be worked on. However, anyone with a little mechanical know-how could do at least the basics and keep the motors where they could be counted upon every weekend. It is much dif ferent at this time. More thing-a-majigs have been added so they compare in number with the bells and whistles of most commercial airliners. In doing so, it has added more stuff to break, and the ability to get it repaired nearly impossible. Trust me; a marine mechanic that can fix a boat motor is no longer worth his weight in salt. He is worth enough salt to season a year’s worth of McDonald’s fries. I can easily count more boat motors that are not
running sitting on dormant boats than boats ready to hit the water by just the turn of a key. Even the electric motors have gone crazy in technology. At one time they were just a motor attached by wire running through a shaft to a potentiometer located in the handle. Electric current running from the battery to the potentiometer would determine how fast and in which direction the propeller would spin. Now they have powered trim, remote controlled, gps enabled abilities that takes a third year college course to understand how to use fully. It is a wonder the Inuit were able to stretch seal skin over a wood frame, paddle out in sub-frigid waters and
harvest whales for food, tools, and other required living uses. Their only gauges were the rumbling of their bellies and bite of the Arctic air. Luckily they did not use wheels very often; those tire monitors would have driven them crazy with the cold air. –Bill Howard is a lifelong North Carolina resident and hunter. He is a lifetime member of the North Carolina Bowhunters Association, an associate member of Pope and Young, and an official measurer of both. He is a certified hunter education (IHEA) instructor and bowhunter education (IBEP) instructor. Please share your stories with Bill at BillHowardOutdoors@ gmail.com.
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By Ashley Jacobs Post & Voice Staff Writer Sometimes it takes people like Terry Snyder to help a wounded warrior realize their condition isn’t keeping them from doing the activities they love; their new “normal� just means they’ll have to find a new way to participate in the activities they’re passionate about. Snyder is the founder and chairman for Operation North State (ONS), a non-profit dedicated to serving the military through various programs. He also volunteers within his organization. Operation North State will host the Peer Fishin’ Festival Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. rain or shine at Ocean Crest Pier in Oak Island. “Most of these guys and gals have disabilities that wouldn’t allow them to surf fish for eight hours or at all,� Snyder said. “They can’t experience the chartered off-shore even either and they tell me their doctors wouldn’t allow either of the aforementioned for a lot of them anyway.� But Snyder was determined to find a way for hundreds of disabled veterans to cast a rod and wait for something to bite. “The pier is nice. It’s handicap accessible, the close quarters is ideal for meeting folks and it has rest areas,� Snyder said. He hasn’t let a single detail slip past him, he is ready for anything and even has EMS personnel and equipment ready to go that day if needed for any reason. Thanks to Operation North State, other sponsors and volunteers, up to 275 wounded warriors and disabled veterans will get to fish free, while enjoying lunch, snacks and nonalcoholic beverages throughout the day. “We are honored that the wounded warriors and disabled veterans that have fished in our events the past two years
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season, so he has been working around the clock to make sure everything fell into place. “Operation North State is swampted this time of year with our NCCARES Christmas Box Project, Toiletry Drive and we’re in the process of securing funding for a special project – Tarheel Therapy,� he explained. Tarheel Therapy is a bassboat/SUV rig that would take the men and women fishing throughout the year. “ONS has found the time, funding and volunteers to fulfill this request and we are honored to do so,� Synder said. “Secondly, ONS didn’t have a presence at the coast like we do in the rest of the state, so we are having to prove ourselves. I’m very pleased with how the coastal communities have embraced the event and ONS. We will do them proud.� Simply put, Snyder said he and the other volunteers are honored to have the opportunity to provide such a needed recreational therapy outing for local disabled veterans and wounded warriors. Snyder can be reached at (336)764-5967 or mailbox@operationnorthstate.com
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Tough Topsail defense grounds Ashley Eagles By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer There is an old saying that defense wins football games. The Topsail Pirates proved that saying was the truth Friday night when they held the Ashley Screaming Eagles scoreless in taking a 13-0 win. “Our defense has played well all year,” said Pirate Coach Wayne Inman. “If our offense does their job and doesn’t turn the ball over we can play with most anybody.” The Pirate defense gave up a big run to open the game and it looked as if the Screaming Eagles would hold court on their homecoming night. But that run was their only first down of the first half as the Pirate defense brought their A game to town. The Topsail offense mounted a 13-play drive on their first possession of the MEC contest but it stalled on the Ashley 25- yard line. Later in the quarter senior Nick Altilio intercepted a Screaming Eagle pass giving the Pirates a first down at the Ashley 10-yard line. The Pirates were poised to take
the lead but an errant pass by Altilio was picked off in the end zone. Both teams exchanged punts as the game approached halftime scoreless. But the Pirates had other things in mind. Topsail started the final drive of the first half at the Ashley 17-yard line. On the first play from scrimmage Altilio found Tyler Andrews down the left side battling a Screaming Eagle defender. Altilio lofted a perfect pass toward the duo and Andrews caught the ball in stride. He was tackled but the play covered 52 yards and gave the Pirates a first and 10 at the 29 yard line. Three runs by Josh Jessup netted 18 yards as the Pirates battled the Eagles and the clock. The Pirates were faced with a first and goal at the three with 16 seconds left in the half. Jessup rammed into the pile for two yards. Altilio rushed his troops back to the line and plunged through the right side as the clock showed zeroes. The extra point was good and the Pirates were primed for victory with 24 minutes left
in the game. The Pirate defense held the Screaming Eagles to 47 yards of offense including one first down in the first half to set the tone for the rest of the evening. Although Ashley had a sideline full of red jerseys it seemed as if the Pirates were the fresher team. The Topsail defense continued to bully the Eagles throughout the third quarter. The Pirate offense turned to the 240-pound Jessup to turn the heat up. The plan worked to perfection as he ran roughshod over the Screaming Eagles. Topsail started a drive late in third quarter at their own 32-yard line and Jessup was the main focus of the game plan. The big fullback carried the ball five of the seven play drive and cashed in on his hard work with a 32-yard rumble that ended up in the end zone. The extra point was no good and the Pirates took a 13-0 lead into the fourth period. Ashley had two more opportunities to score and reached Topsail territory each time. One drive ended in a fumble
that was recovered by Chris Byrd and the other stalled on fourth down and resulted in a turnover on downs. The Pirates showed class and took the knee to end the game. Jessup ended the game with 138 yards and a touchdown. He gained 100 of those yards in the second half to help the Pirates gain control of the clock. “We gave it to Josh and he kept getting better,” said Inman. “We made some adjustments at halftime. We felt like Josh could expose the middle. He did a good job.” Altilio had 60 yards passing and 44 yards rushing including a touchdown. The senior also chipped in an interception on the other side of the ball. Tyler Andrews had three catches for 54 yards and a touchdown. Malik Winford had seven tackles to lead the Pirates. Ashley had only 110 yards of offense for the game. The Pirates, 3-4 overall and 1-1 in MEC play earned their first conference win of the year and only their second win since joining the Mideastern Conference last year. They host Laney Friday night.
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Topsail’s Josh Jessup rushed for 138 yards and a touchdown for the Pirates.
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Lady Patriots extend conference lead By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender volleyball team continues to make quick work of their Four County foes. They are undefeated through the first round of conference play. They got a good start on the second round with wins over East and West Bladen. Early in the week the Patriots hosted Wilmington Christian Academy. The WCA Patriots earned a tough 3-1 win. The scores were 14-25, 21-25 26-24 and25-20. Brianna Pittman had 10 kills and seven blocks to lead Pender while Katy Stewart added 20 assists. Next up was a trip to East Bladen. The Patriots had no problem with the Eagles, ear ning a 3-0 swee p. The scores were 25-15, 25-13 and 25-17. The front running Pats
hosted West Bladen and the results were the same as the Pender County ladies took a 3-0 win. The scores were 25-20, 19 and 17. Pender is 12-7 overall and 11-0 in Four County play. Patriot soccer defeats Trask The Pender Patriot soccer team is much improved from last year. Coach John Greenough’s kickers proved that with a hard earned 2-0 win over Trask in a drizzling rain. The match was scoreless entering the second half. Willie Valesquez took a long shot that found the back of the net giving the Patriots a 1-0 lead. A little later in the final half the Pats Osvaldo Rivero scored on a penalty kick to give the Pats the win. Later in the week the Pats lost a tough 1-0 decision to a good Clinton team.
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The Pender Lady Patriots are undefeated in Four County Conference play.
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The Titan offensive line opens a hole as Steven Jordan reaches the end zone untouched in last week’s game at Union.
Trask rally falls short at Union
The Trask Titan football team was told the week before that they were the Union Spartans choice for the homecoming game and festivities. Coach Jonathan Taylor told his team what that meant. “You guys know what being a team’s homecoming opponent means,” he was quoted as saying. The Titans were in a giving mood to start the game and spotted the Spartans a 28-7 lead in 12 minutes of football. The Titans came storming back and cut the lead to three at 35-32 with just over a minute to play before time ran out. Trask opened the contest with an onside kick that was successful. The Titans scored shortly after on a 21-yard touchdown pass. The Spartans answered with a short drive that resulted in a touchdown run from 31-yards out. the Titan defense seemed to be a step behind in the opening minutes. A Dylan Kraft interception gave the Spartans the football and it did not take long for them to make the Titans pay for their mistake. The Sparts scored on a short run to take a 14-7 lead. Union added two more touchdowns to take a 28-7 lead. Trask scored again to make the score 28-14 going into the halftime festivities. The Titans opened the scoring in the second half with a 40-yard field goal from senior placekicker Brice Mason. The Titans appeared to come out of the break with an aggressive attitude. Trask scored early in the fourth
quarter with a touchdown pass that cut the Union lead to four at 28-24. The Spartans answered with a long drive that culminated in seven points. The Titans trailed by 11 points but were not ready to quit. They marched down the field and scored with 1:09 to play. A two-point conversion gave the Titans hope as they trailed by three points. Trask attempted the onside kick and was successful. They moved the ball into Spartan territory but failed on a long field goal as time expired.
Kraft finished the day with an 8-16 performance that tallied 147 yards and two scores. Tyquan Davis had two touchdown receptions on the night. Steven Jordan led the ground game with 91 yards on 24 carries. He rushed for a touchdown and also threw for one. Dalen Faison led the defense with 9 tackles while Jarquelle James added seven stops. The Titans are 2-4 overall and 0-2 in conference play. They will host West Bladen on Friday night.
Titan sports roundup Titan volleyball beats West Bladen The Trask Titan volleyball team went into last week without a win. They were scheduled to play West Bladen. The Titans beat the Knights twice in two days to pick up two conference wins. The first match was at Trask and the Lady Titans were prepared to make a mark in the win column. When the dust settled the Titans took a 3-1 win. The scores were 25-15, 21-25, 25-17 and 25-21. The next day the Titans traveled to West Bladen. The Knights tried to use their home field advantage but could come no closer than a 3-2 Titan win. The scores were 23-25, 25-16, 22-25, 25-20 and 15-7. The Titans are now 2-12 overall and 2-8 in conference play. Titan soccer falls to Pender The Pender Patriot soccer team came
to Titan town expecting a war. With the clouds spitting rain and the field a little damp the powers that be decided to play the game. When the final whistle blew the Patriots were 2-0 winners. The first half was one of missed opportunities as both teams splashed and dashed their way up and down the field. After a scoreless first half the Patriots scored on a free kick by Willie Valasquez. A few minutes later the Pats were awarded a penalty kick just outside the box. Osvaldo Rivero made the shot count to give his team a two goal lead. The Titans had two close shots by Carlos Mata that could not find the back of the net. Later in the week the Titans fell victim to the defending 1A champion WallaceRose Hill Bulldogs by the score of 7-0.
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Friday night preview Pender football teams at home this week By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer After a week on the road, Pender County gridiron teams will be on their home fields this Friday. Trask hosts West Bladen The Trask football team learned a valuable lesson last week. T h r e e g o o d quarters of football will get you a loss. The Titans spotted Union 28 points and came up just short in a 35-32 loss. It appeared that the Titans came out overconfident. When they realized that they were in a fight they began to play. It was a little too late. Dylan Kraft showed he has the arm to throw the ball downfield and the weapons to throw to. Of course we all knew that. The problem has been giving him the time to throw the football. Now comes a matchup with a West Bladen team that beat Union by 29 points. The Knights have played a tough schedule and are battle tested. They are coming off of a 42-8 defeat at the hands of Wallace which makes them hungry and embarrassed. The Titan offense needs to open things up. They need
to play like they were three touchdowns down. Open up the playbook and get their wide outs involved. Let Kraft throw the ball and let him know that if he throws a pick that he will have to come back and throw the ball some more. This team has some weapons. They need to quit worrying about making a mistake and just play. Kraft through the air and Jordan on the ground. Sounds like a winning formula to me. Defensively, the Titans were grounded a bit last week. When they came back to earth they settled down and played some decent defense. Mama said that there would be days like that. Their defense is better than that. They need to continue to be aggressive and let the chips fall where they may. Topsail hosts Laney The Pirates played a heck of a game on defense last w e e k . Every time the Screaming Eagles thought that they had something going the Pirate defense shut the door. The Bucs are not Ashley but they are not as strong as the upper tier of the conference. This is a winnable game.
Topsail needs to depend on their big fullback Josh Jessup to get things going. Although he is a handful going up the middle, he proved last week that he can run off tackle as well. The Pirate offensive line did a good job last week. They need to continue to run block for Jessup and company. Altilio ran the ball well last week and made some good throws. He needs to stay away from rushing his throws. That is when he gets in trouble. If in doubt, just pull it down and run. The Pirate defense held Ashley scoreless last week. The Screaming Eagles barely gained 100 yards of offense for the game. Coach Inman needs another performance from those young men this week. Grind it out on the ground and contain the Bucs speedy quarterback. Tariq Lane has 481 yards rushing along with more than 300 yards passing. He has a combined six touchdowns. Stop him and you stop the Bucs offense. This is a big game for the Pirates. Pender hosts East Bladen The Patriots are coming off of a subpar performance where they lost to an average Midway football team 48-7. This is a scary game for the Patriots. This is one of those games I alluded to in my column where the Pats biggest
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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The area football teams were in the conference mode with all three playing away. The Trask Titans dropped a heart breaker to Union. Dylan Kraft threw a touchdown pass while Steven Jordan had 91 yards rushing. Dalen Faison had nine tackles while Jarquelle James added seven. The Titan volleyball team earned their first two wins of the season while the soccer team dropped a tough 2-0 loss to Pender. The Pender soccer team
played well in the 2-0 win over Trask. Willie Valesquez took a long shot that found the back of the net giving the Patriots a 1-0 lead. A little later in the final half the Pats Osvaldo Rivero scored on a penalty kick to give the Pats the win. The Pender football team dropped a 48-7 contest to Midway. Jake Rawls threw a touchdown pass to Rayshawn Deloach for the Pats only score. The Topsail volleyball team dropped two matches last week despite several players having good weeks. Kayla Hyatt had 15 kills and 25 digs to pace the
Pirates against West Brunswick while Schoenleber had 37 assists. The Pirate football team shut out Ashley for their first conference win this year. Josh Jessup ended the game with 138 yards and a touchdown while Tyler Andrews had three catches for 54 yards. Malik Winford led the defense with seven tackles. Nick Altilio had 60 yards passing and 44 yards rushing including a touchdown. The senior also chipped in an interception on the other side of the ball. He is this week’s top performer.
Topsail sports roundup Topsail volleyball drops two conference matches The Topsail Pirate volleyball team is in the midst of their second season at the 3A level. Along with moving up a level they were thrown into the Mideastern 3A/4A Conference. It seems as if the Pirate spikers may have hit a point in the season where they are a bit fatigued as they dropped two conference matches last week. Early last week the Pirates traveled to Laney to face the Bucs. The Pirates came up short, falling in four games. The scores were 26-28, 25-22, 25-20 and 25-15. Kayla Ball had 10 kills to pace the Pirates while Madi Ford added six blocks. Kayla Hyatt had 23 digs while Payton
Sellers not typical coach’s daughter at Trask High
Schoenleber had 20 assists. Next up was the West Brunswick Trojans. This was an important game as both teams are playing at the 3A level. The Trojans came back from a 2-1 deficit to take the match in five sets. The scores were 24-26, 25-20, 25-19, 19-25 and 15-11. Kayla Hyatt had 15 kills and 25 digs to pace the Pirates while Schoenleber had 37 assists. Laney defeats Topsail soccer The Laney Bucs have come a long way under the tutelage of Jamie Noble. Last week they defeated a good Topsail team 5-1. The Bucs scored four goals in the first half as they took aim at the Pirate keeper. Both teams scored one goal in the second half. Tennis finishes regular
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season with win The Lady Pirates finished their season with a 9-0 victory at South Brunswick. The women’s team completed the season with an overall record of 8-6. The number two doubles team of Caroline Harris/Kendal Allen posted an overall record of 11-4 while Harris also went 11-4 in singles. Their losses came to conference champ New Hanover twice and Laney twice. Harris and Allen join seven team mates as they enter post conference play –Carmen Jordan, Franca Buffalino, Stephanie Athanas , doubles combo of Jessica Prall and Courtney Weaver, Sara Major and Xueyang Li, along with the doubles team of Jessica Prall and Courtney Weaver.
Dickens hard work pays off at Topsail High
concern will be to come out of t h e game as healthy as possible. Pender is a few players away from being a good football team. They have a couple of playmakers but need two more. They have a couple of decent linemen but need three more. That being said they have to play with what they have. Jake Rawls is probably hoping that he hands the ball off this week. The Eagles are a physical bunch that will get after the quarterback. What does Coach Tony Hudson do? Does he go at it full bore and see what happens or does he play to make it to the next week. Knowing Hudson he will play to win. While not impossible, it is highly improbable.
Patriots fall at Midway By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender Patriot football team’s Achilles heel this year has been its inability to stop the run. That inefficiency reared its head again last Friday night as the Midway Raiders rushed for over 350 yards in taking a 49-7 win in Four County Conference action. Midway opened the scoring with just over eight minutes to play in the first quarter. Pender quickly answered when sophomore quarterback Jake Rawls found senior Rayshawn Deloach for 45 yards and a score. It appeared this would be a shoot out on a night when the Raiders were celebrating their homecoming. The Raiders scored from nine yards out just before the first period ended. It was the Patriots turn to answer. It never happened as the Raiders reeled off 28 straight points to end the first half with a 35-7 lead. Pender Coach Tony Hudson needed to find a way to slow the Raider rushing attack down. His coaching staff made some adjustments at the half and headed onto the field. Midway scored twice in the second half as the Patriot defense did a better job of defending the run. However the Patriot offense must have packed its bags after the early touchdown as it never threatened again. The Pender offense gained 107 total yards from scrimmage while they only tallied 11 rushing yards. The Patriots are 1-5 overall and 0-2 in Four County Conference action. They will host the 5-1 East Bladen Eagles.
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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer
There are many things that an athletic director does that may not be seen by the average person. Among those things is assisting in the making of schedules in each sport. Most coaches try and put their non-conference schedules together with little or no help from their A.D. However, when it comes to putting dates to the conference schedules the A.D. has to get involved. I assure you that they spend quite a bit of time talking to the other schools athletic directors in an effort to nail down these dates. While talking to an area A.D. the other day I was enlightened as to how difficult it was to make these schedules. What really surprised me were the added pressures of putting together a conference schedule in a split conference. Let’s say that Topsail is in the MEC. This conference has 3A and 4A schools in it. When making a schedule the Topsail A.D. has to try and balance the schedule so that their team does not get all of the 4A schools in a row or at a bad time. Let’s say that the Pirates are down to the last three games of the year. Two of those games are against Hoggard and New Hanover.
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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic We finally got some good weather and the area anglers were out in good numbers. The cool temperatures means that the fish are beginning to move. Quite a few folks are asking me about the spots. Well, they are not here in numbers yet but they are showing up little by little. Keep an ear out and you will hear about it. There have been a good number of reds are biting in the inland marshes and around structures. Cut baits have been working well here. There have been some good blue action in the surf with the feisty fish hitting just about anything shiny along with cut baits and spoons. Surf and pier anglers are catching quite a few spot, sea
Goff is a multisport athlete at Pender High
By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer
By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer
By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer
When one thinks about a high school coach’s daughter they think of a slightly muscular young lady that dresses like a gym teacher and plays every sport that the school offers females. When you first meet Trask sophomore Maggie Sellers you might think that she is the exact opposite from what was just described. While the attractive young lady has always supported her father in every coaching situation he has encountered, she is hardly the typical coaches kid. Maggie is a good athlete but she presents herself more as a cheerleader type than a sports enthusiast. That does not mean that she can’t play her sport. Sellers is on the varsity volleyball team. She plays hard every time she hits the court. While Maggie Sellers may not be the typical coaches’ daughter, she is a Titan at heart.
When someone describes Christian Dickens the superlatives include hard worker and nice guy. While both superlatives are worthy of the senior cross country standout, he is much more than just a nice guy. Christian is a prospect on several colleges’ lists as a cross country runner. Meeting the academic requirements at any college would not be a problem as the young man is among the top students at the school. Dickens is a true studentathlete. He works equally hard at both academics and athletics. For his hard work he has become a very good runner as well as an outstanding student. As Dickens senior season fades in the rear view mirror of life he will look back on all of his accomplishments with fondness. There is no doubt that all of Christian Dickens hard work and dedication has paid off.
Often an athlete moves into high school with the thought of being a standout in one sport. They work year round at their craft in an attempt to get an edge on the other prospects at their position. Some student-athletes play other sports that may help in their conditioning. Brianna Goff is one of those studentathletes that play other sports despite being a very good softball player. Goff can be found on the basketball court in the winter and on the volleyball court in the fall. Although she may be playing those sports to stay in shape she has become very good at both of them. Although softball is still a half a school year away, Brianna Goff is preparing for it every day. In the meantime she is playing a couple of sports that she enjoys playing. That would classify her as a multisport athlete.
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The other game is with South Brunswick. Although the games against the 4A schools matter in the conference race Topsail needs to beat South which is a 3A school. After playing both New Hanover and Hoggard the Pirates limp into the South game banged up after battling the bigger and deeper 4A schools and lose. The same goes with Trask and Pender. I am sure that they don’t want to play East Bladen and Clinton right before they play another 1A school. These athletic directors have to walk a tight rope while pulling a rabbit out of their hat with the bearded lady chasing them. They have to make six or seven other teams happy while looking out for their team. Topsail has 4A Laney this week then play two 3A schools before finishing the regular season with New Hanover. The Pirates have a decent schedule and an opportunity to play the two 3A schools that they have to beat in a row. On the other hand Trask has four 2A schools in a row before they play 1A Pender to end the regular season. Pender had two 2A schools a 1A school, Wallace and then Trask. The Four County Con ference is a little different be cause of Wallace. They may be a 1A in classification but they are the strongest team in the conference making them a wildcard of sorts. My point is this. No matter how hard your schedule looks you need to take into account how hard it is to balance these things out. We need to thank these A.D.s every chance we get. Of course, this is just my opinion.
mullet, and other panfish. Shrimp and bloodworms will work here. The freshwater bite is getting better with the reduction of rain. The panfish are biting red worms while the cats are biting everything from your favorite cut baits to chicken livers. This week’s fishing tip It’s time to get the gear p re p p e d fo r t h e w i n t e r months. Remember to clean your reels up and oil them up. Some anglers pack their reels in some type of lube for the winter. Make sure you store your rods in a place where they will not get damaged. Nothing is worse than getting your equipment out in early spring or late winter and find the tip of your rod damaged. I like to go through my tackle box and get rid of anything that is questionable.
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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF BESSIE JARMON HENDERSON 14 E 296 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Bessie Jarmon Henderson, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to Joseph Ray Jarmon, Administrator of the decedent’s estate, on or before December 19, 2014 at 5215 Blueberry Road, Currie, NC 28435, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Administrator. Joseph Ray Jarmon, Administrator Estate of Bessie Jarmon Henderson c/o Mark I. Nunalee BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #6622 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9/14
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of ERNEST CARL REGISTER SR., late of Surf City, Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to Kristin L. Yahnke, P.O. Box 2683, Surf City, NC 28445, on or before the 17 day of December, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 18 day of September, 2014. GERALDINE REGISTER Executor of the Estate of ERNEST CARL REGISTER SR. 14 E 240 Kristin L. Yahnke Attorney at Law Kenneth Ording, P.C. P.O. Box 2683 Surf City, NC 28445 2071 NC Highway 210 East Hampstead, NC 28443 #6618 09/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9/14
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE TOPSAIL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND PUBLIC HEARING SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, 2014 On Saturday, October 25th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. there will be a public hearing to discuss a resolution declaring the intent of the Board of Commissioners to request NCDOT to close and abandon the one block of State Road 1588 Carolina Boulevard between Scott and King Street. The public hearing will be in the Board Chambers at 820 South Anderson, Town of Topsail Beach Town Hall. This public hearing is to receive any input or comments on the proposed closure and the resolution from the Town requesting closure as follows: RESOLUTION THE TOWN OF TOPSAIL BEACH REQUESTS THAT THE NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORATION PROCEED WITH CLOSURE OF A PORTION OF CAROLINA BOULEVARD WHEREAS, the Mayor and Board of Commissioners for the Town of Topsail Beach (the “Town”) received a request by Emma Anderson Memorial Church on March 12, 2014 for the Town to request the North Carolina Department of Transportation (“NCDOT”) to give its consent for the Town to close the portion of State Road 1558 between Scott Avenue and King Street, (the State Road at that location also being known as Carolina Boulevard), and which portion (the “Portion”) is approximately 195 feet in length; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and the Board conducted a Public Hearing on the request on July 9thth, 2014 and Meetings on August 13, and September 10 on the matter; and WHEREAS, the Emma Anderson Memorial Church owns the property that abuts both sides of the Portion and desires to obtain the Portion for future expansion and for safety of members and visitors attending church and other functions at their complex, and WHEREAS, The Town is committed to work in cooperation with nonprofits and the activities they provide that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors ; and WHEREAS, closing the street or alley is not contrary to the public interest, and that no individual owning property in the vicinity of State Road 1558 would thereby be deprived of reasonable means of ingress and egress to that individual’s property; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Board requests that NCDOT take the necessary steps to close and abandon the Portion of State Road 1588/Carolina Boulevard between Scott Avenue and King Street and otherwise consent to the Town taking all actions necessary and proper with respect to the closing. This Resolution adopted this 25th day of October, 2014. Howard M. Braxton Jr., Mayor #6620 9/18,9/25,10/2,10/9,10/16, 10/23/14
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of Minnie Lewis Robinson, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Minnie Lewis Robinson, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 25, 2014 at PO Box 12784 Wilmington, NC 28405, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment. This the 18th day of September, 2014 Lula Crawford PO Box 12784 Wilmington, NC 28405 #6619 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9/14
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 146 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Leon C. Pruzan and Melissa B. Pruzan, husband and wife, Craig B. Wheeler and Dianna B. Wheeler, husband and wife (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Leon C. Pruzan, Melissa B. Pruzan, Dianna B. Wheeler and Craig B. Wheeler) to Pamela S. Cox, Trustee(s), dated the 31st day of August, 2005, and recorded in Book 2763, Page 281, in Pender 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 Pender 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 Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Unit D, (818-106) of the Townhouses of Osprey Point, Phase II, as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 38, at Page 135, in the Pender County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements thereon said property located at 818106 N. New River Drive, Surf City, NC 28445 Parcel: 4245-22-5551-0000 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 encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (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. 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 upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. 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. 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. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 12497 Charlotte, North Carolina 28220 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1131383 (FC.CH) #6639 10/2, 10/9/14
NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Paul M. Slater aka Paul Milton Slater, deceased, of Pender County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 2nd day of January, 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This 2nd day of October, 2014. Amy Slater McHugh, Executrix of the Estate of Paul M. Slater aka Paul Milton Slater 32 North Avenue Seaside Park, NJ 08752 MURCHISON, TAYLOR & GIBSON, PLLC 16 North Fifth Avenue Wilmington, NC 28401 #6637 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/14
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James V. Farrington and Christina Antonios Mendrinos aka Christina A. Mendrinos (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): James Vincent Farrington and Christina Antonios Mendrinos) to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), dated the 17th day of December, 2007, and recorded in Book 3377, Page 293, in Pender 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 Pender 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 Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a pipe in the Northern line of Lea Drive, 39 feet from the centerline thereof, said pipe being located South 51 degrees 47 minutes 00 seconds East 201.16 feet from the beginning of a circular curve in the Northern line of Lea Drive, said curve point being located South 62 degrees 06 minutes East 1333.0 feet from the Southeastern corner of Lot 20 of Block 5 of Section 5 of Hampstead on the Sound as recorded in Map Book 8 on Page 27 of the Pender County Registry, running thence from said beginning point, North 53 degrees 01 minutes 27 seconds East 132.06 feet to a pipe in Joe G. Howard’s line; running thence with his line South 46 degrees 16 minutes East 30.00 feet to an old concrete monument, Joe G. Howard’s corner; running thence again with his line as surveyed by Clive Dosher, North 79 degrees 00 minutes West 198.33 feet to an old pipe in the northern line of Lea Drive; running thence with the northern line of Lea Drive along a curve to the left, in a westerly direction, having a radius of 561.624 feet, an arc distance of 125.61 feet to the beginning point, said beginning point being located North 35 degrees 03 minutes 34 seconds West 124.35 feet from the preceding point, the above descried tract containing 27,107.6 square feet or 0.62 acres, together with an easement over 60 feet Lea Drive connecting Section 5 and Section 2 of Hampstead on the Sound as surveyed by Johnnie C. Garrason in January,
1974. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 691 Lea Drive, Hampstead, 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 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 encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (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. 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 upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. 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. 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. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE BY: Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1138477 (FC.FAY) #6634 10/2, 10/9/14
State of North Carolina County of Pender NOTICE OF SALE Burgaw Mini Storage, Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes, Chapter 44A-43 shall conduct a public sale of the contents of the units listed below. These parties have liens against them for late rent. All sales will be cash to the highest bidder. Teresa L. Sholar A-16 Tina Hansley AA-31 Tammy S. Carr B-18 Shayne N. Lee B-20 Taneasha A. Miller B-21 Steven E. Williamson BB-5 James H Prince BB-19 Ashley M. Wells BB-31 Maribel L. Soto C-10 Ivan D. Arguijo CC-24 Jacob S. Pell D CC-27 Dale L. Lewis D-6 Courtney White D-24 This sale will be conducted at Burgaw Mini Storage 1014 W. Wilmington Street (Hwy 53W) and 1744 Hwy 53 W. Burgaw, N.C. on October 18, 2014 beginning at 10:00 a.m. #6643 10/9, 10/16/14
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF RONALD WILLIAM ESSIG 14 E 316 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against Ronald William Essig, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to Mark I. Nunalee, Resident Process Agent of the decedent’s estate, on or before January 10, 2015 at Post Office Box 598, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Resident Process Agent. This the 2nd day of October 2014 Mark I. Nunalee BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #6644 10/9, 10/16, 10/23,10/30/14 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF ARCHIE L. MONROE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of Archie L. Monroe, deceased, of Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 15th day of January 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 2nd day of October 2014 Esther Jones Administrator 10185 U.S. Hwy 117 Willard, N.C. 28478 #6642 10/9, 10/16, 10/23,10/30/14
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 14SP208 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ARDEN CROTHERS DATED DECEMBER 17, 2007 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 3385 AT PAGE 292 IN THE PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the abovereferenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the secured indebtedness and failure to perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the secured debt, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:30AM on October 21, 2014 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Pender County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lot 145, in Topsail Greens, as shown on a plat on the subject property recorded in Map Book 22, Page 143, Pender County Registry, reference to which plat is hereby made for a more complete description. Together with rights of ingress, regress and access to and over all streets, roads and rights-of-way in common with others in the Topsail Greens Subdivision as shown on maps recorded in the Pender County Registry. This conveyance is subject to the provisions of the “Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Topsail Greens” recorded in Book 663, Page 212, Pender County Registry and to that Supplemental Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Topsail Greens recorded in Book 681, page 195, Pender County Registry, and to all easements and rights-of-way of record. By acceptance of this deed, GRANTEES, their heirs, successors and assigns, expressly herein agree and covenant to be bound by said Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Topsail Greens, and any amendments and additions thereto, including, but not limited to, all provisions concerning assessments contained therein. And Being more commonly known as: 607 Outrigger Ct, Hampstead, NC 28443 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Estate of Arden Crothers. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed.
This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is October 1, 2014. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 14-058632 #6641 10/9, 10/16/14 NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Paul M. Slater aka Paul Milton Slater, deceased, of Pender County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 2nd day of January, 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This 2nd day of October, 2014. Amy Slater McHugh, Executrix of the Estate of Paul M. Slater aka Paul Milton Slater 32 North Avenue Seaside Park, NJ 08752 MURCHISON, TAYLOR & GIBSON, PLLC 16 North Fifth Avenue Wilmington, NC 28401 #6637 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/14
EXECUTOR’S NOTICE (2014E312) Having qualified as Co-Executors of the Estate of Jane Elizabeth Howard Teachey, deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify that all persons having claims against the said estate to present such claims to the undersigned on or before the 3rd day of January 2015, or this notice will be placed in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment. This 2nd day of October, 2014. Michael Glenn Teachey, Co-Exec 7453 Horse Branch Road Willard, NC 28478 Anthony Dale Teachey, Co-Exec 204 Marshburn Rd Teachey, NC 28464 Robert C. Kenan, Jr. MOORE & KENAN Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 957 Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-9800 #6636 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/14 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK NOTICE TO CREDITORS The undersigned having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of PAULINE THOMPSON WRIGHT, late of New Hanover County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate to present them to the undersigned at the Culbreth Law Firm, LLP, Post Office Box 446, Wilmington, North Carolina 28402, on or before the 31st day of December, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned at the address below. This the 23rd day of September, 2014. Wilma Wright, Executrix Stephen E. Culbreth Culbreth Law Firm, LLP 514 Chestnut Street Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 (910) 763-3416 #6635 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23/14
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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as administrator for the estate of Daniel C Donovan, deceased, of Pender county. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Daniel C Donovan, to present them to the undersigned on or before the 11th day of December, 2014 at 109 Little Mill rd Sandown, NH 03873-2539 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment. This the 11th day of September, 2014. Mary Cieslik 109 Little Mill rd Sandown, NH 03873-2539 #6591 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9/14
PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by James W. Holland and Kristy M. Holland to Andrew W. Collins, Trustee(s), which was dated June 30, 2006 and recorded on July 10, 2006 in Book 2999 at Page 40, Pender 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 14, 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the 12 SP 251 highest bidder for cash the following AMENDED NOTICE OF described property situated in Pender FORECLOSURE SALE County, North Carolina, to wit: NORTH CAROLINA, Located in Topsail Township, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Pender County, North Carolina adjaSale contained in that certain Deed cent to and west of Deepdale Circle of Trust executed by John D. Long as shown on a map of The Oval at and Jori H. Long to Law Office Of Groves Point Plantation duly recordBrandon Colby, Trustee(s), which ed in Map Book 30 at Page 52 of the was dated January 23, 2006 and re- Pender County Registry and being corded on January 23, 2006 in Book more fully described as follows, to 2870 at Page 193, Pender County wit: Beginning at an existing iron pipe Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the in the western right of way line of note thereby secured by the said Deepdale Circle as shown on a map Deed of Trust and the undersigned, of The Oval at Groves Point PlanTrustee Services of Carolina, LLC, tation, duly recorded in Map Book having been substituted as Trustee 30, Page 52 of the Pender County in said Deed of Trust, and the holder Registry, said iron pipe marking the of the note evidencing said default northeastern corner of Lot No. 109 of having directed that the Deed of The Oval at Groves Point Plantation Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned as shown on a map of same duly reSubstitute Trustee will offer for sale corded in Map Book 32 at page 47 at the courthouse door of the county of the Pender County Registry; and courthouse where the property is lo- running thence, from the Beginning cated, or the usual and customary so located, (1) With the northeastern line of location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 14, Lot No. 109 of The Oval at Groves 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the Plantation North 32 degrees 37 minhighest bidder for cash the following utes 53 seconds West 110.00 feet to described property situated in Pender an existing iron pipe inline; thence, (2) with the northwestern line of County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 2 of Division of said lot South 67 degrees 54 minutes Benjamin Everett and Carrie M. Ev- 15 seconds West 166.37 feet to an erett, as shown on that map recorded existing iron pipe that marks a corin Map Book 32 at Page 86 of the ner between Lot 109 and Lot 11 0; thence, Pender County Registry. (3) North 35 degrees 54 minutes Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior convey- 31 seconds West 199.13 feet to an iron stake inine; thence, ances of record. (4) South 87 degrees 41 minutes Said property is commonly known as 162 Richard Everett Road, 41 seconds East 250.00 feet to an existing iron stake inline; thence, Burgaw, NC 28425. (5) South 32 degrees 37 minTHIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND utes 53 seconds East 168.12 feet THE COURT COSTS OF FORTY- to an iron stake at the northwestern FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUN- terminus point of Deepdale Circle; DRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PUR- thence, (6) With the Western right of way SUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) line of said road South 14 degrees of five percent (5%) of the purchase 24 minutes 33 seconds West 40.99 price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars feet to the beginning, containing ($750.00), whichever is greater, will 0.716 acres more or less and is as be required at the time of the sale. surveyed by Thompson Surveying Following the expiration of the statu- Co, P.A. Of Burgaw, North Carolina tory upset bid period, all the remain- during December 1999. As a reference to the above deing amounts are immediately due scribed tract see Deed Book 1027 and owing. Said property to be offered pur- at Page 111 and 113 of the Pender suant to this Notice of Sale is being County Registry. Save and except any releases, offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There deeds of release or prior conveyare no representations of warranty ances of record. Said property is commonly known relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety con- as 45 Deepdale Circle, Hampstead, ditions existing in, on, at, or relating NC 28443. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land THE COURT COSTS OF FORTYtransfer taxes, special assessments, FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNeasements, rights of way, deeds DRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURof release, and any other encum- SUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A brances or exceptions of record. To cash deposit (no personal checks) the best of the knowledge and be- of five percent (5%) of the purchase lief of the undersigned, the current price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars owner(s) of the property is/are Long ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Acquisitions, LLC. An Order for possession of the Following the expiration of the statuproperty may be issued pursuant to tory upset bid period, all the remainG.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas- ing amounts are immediately due er and against the party or parties in and owing. Said property to be offered purpossession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the prop- suant to this Notice of Sale is being erty is sold. Any person who occu- offered for sale, transfer and conpies the property pursuant to a rental veyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There agreement entered into or renewed are no representations of warranty on or after October 1, 2007, may, relating to the title or any physical, after receiving the notice of sale, ter- environmental, health or safety conminate the rental agreement upon 10 ditions existing in, on, at, or relating days’ written notice to the landlord. to the property being offered for sale. The notice shall also state that upon This sale is made subject to all prior termination of a rental agreement, liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land the tenant is liable for rent due under transfer taxes, special assessments, the rental agreement prorated to the easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey or exceptions of record. To the best title to this property for any reason, of the knowledge and belief of the the sole remedy of the purchaser is undersigned, the current owner(s) of the return of the deposit. Reasons of the property is/are James W. Holland such inability to convey include, but wife, Kristy M. Holland. An Order for possession of the are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirma- property may be issued pursuant to tion of the sale and reinstatement of G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchasthe loan without the knowledge of the er and against the party or parties in trustee. If the validity of the sale is possession by the clerk of superior challenged by any party, the trustee, court of the county in which the propin their sole discretion, if they believe erty is sold. Any person who occuthe challenge to have merit, may re- pies the property pursuant to a rental quest the court to declare the sale to agreement entered into or renewed be void and return the deposit. The on or after October 1, 2007, may, afpurchaser will have no further rem- ter receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 edy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC days’ written notice to the landlord. Substitute Trustee The notice shall also state that upon Brock & Scott, PLLC termination of a rental agreement, Attorneys for Trustee Services of the tenant is liable for rent due under Carolina, LLC the rental agreement prorated to the 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 title to this property for any reason, FAX: (910) 392-8587 the sole remedy of the purchaser is File No.: 11-19975-FC01 the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but #6627 10/2, 10/9/14 are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirma14 SP 162 tion of the sale and reinstatement of NOTICE OF the loan without the knowledge of the FORECLOSURE SALE trustee. If the validity of the sale is NORTH CAROLINA,
FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-01115-FC01 #6629 10/2, 10/9/14 14 SP 163 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Robert D. Maners and Patsy Maners to Robert W. Garrison, Trustee(s), which was dated March 20, 2006 and recorded on March 22, 2006 in Book 2914 at Page 313, Pender County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the note thereby secured by the said 14 SP 46 Deed of Trust and the undersigned, NOTICE OF Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC, FORECLOSURE SALE having been substituted as Trustee NORTH CAROLINA, in said Deed of Trust, and the holder PENDER COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of of the note evidencing said default Sale contained in that certain Deed of having directed that the Deed of Trust executed by Patrick J. Bourne Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned and Carlene A. Bourne to David W. Substitute Trustee will offer for sale Allred, Trustee(s), which was dated at the courthouse door of the county May 7, 1996 and recorded on May courthouse where the property is lo7, 1996 in Book 1133 at Page 275 cated, or the usual and customary and rerecorded/modified/corrected location at the county courthouse for on May 19, 2006 in Book 2962, Page conducting the sale on October 14, 114; rerecorded/modified/corrected 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the on June 18, 2007 in Book 3254, highest bidder for cash the following Page 196 and rerecorded/modified/ described property situated in Pender corrected on July 14, 2011 in Book County, North Carolina, to wit: All of Lot 5 of Scotts Hill Bluff, Sec3945, Page 240, Pender County tion One, as the same is shown upon Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made of the a map recorded at Map Book 30 at note thereby secured by the said Page 17, of the Pender County regDeed of Trust and the undersigned, istry. Subject to the declaration of covTrustee Services of Carolina, LLC, having been substituted as Trustee enants, conditions and restrictions in said Deed of Trust, and the holder for Scotts Hill Bluff recorded at Book of the note evidencing said default 1059 at Page 006, of the Pender having directed that the Deed of County Registry. Save and except any releases, Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale deeds of release or prior conveyat the courthouse door of the county ances of record. Said property is commonly known courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary as 108 Great Pine Court, Wilmington, location at the county courthouse for NC 28411. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS conducting the sale on October 14, MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following THE COURT COSTS OF FORTYdescribed property situated in Pender FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURCounty, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 27 of Cottles Acre SUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A Subdivision, as same is shown on cash deposit (no personal checks) a map recorded in Map Book 10 at of five percent (5%) of the purchase Page 92 of the Pender County Regis- price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars try, reference to which map is hereby ($750.00), whichever is greater, will made for a more complete and accu- be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the staturate description. This conveyance is made subject tory upset bid period, all the remainto those restrictions recorded in Book ing amounts are immediately due 466 at Page 163 of the Pender Coun- and owing. Said property to be offered purty Registry. suant to this Notice of Sale is being Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior convey- offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There ances of record. Said property is commonly known are no representations of warranty as 353 Cottle Acres Road, Burgaw, relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conNC 28425. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS ditions existing in, on, at, or relating MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND to the property being offered for sale. THE COURT COSTS OF FORTY- This sale is made subject to all prior FIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUN- liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land DRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PUR- transfer taxes, special assessments, SUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A easements, rights of way, deeds of recash deposit (no personal checks) lease, and any other encumbrances of five percent (5%) of the purchase or exceptions of record. To the best price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars of the knowledge and belief of the ($750.00), whichever is greater, will undersigned, the current owner(s) of be required at the time of the sale. the property is/are Robert D. Maners Following the expiration of the statu- and wife, Patsy Maners. An Order for possession of the tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchasand owing. Said property to be offered pur- er and against the party or parties in suant to this Notice of Sale is being possession by the clerk of superior offered for sale, transfer and con- court of the county in which the propveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There erty is sold. Any person who occuare no representations of warranty pies the property pursuant to a rental relating to the title or any physical, agreement entered into or renewed environmental, health or safety con- on or after October 1, 2007, may, ditions existing in, on, at, or relating after receiving the notice of sale, terto the property being offered for sale. minate the rental agreement upon 10 This sale is made subject to all prior days’ written notice to the landlord. liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land The notice shall also state that upon transfer taxes, special assessments, termination of a rental agreement, easements, rights of way, deeds of re- the tenant is liable for rent due under lease, and any other encumbrances the rental agreement prorated to the or exceptions of record. To the best effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of title to this property for any reason, the property is/are All Lawful Heirs of the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of Patrick J. Bourne. An Order for possession of the such inability to convey include, but property may be issued pursuant to are not limited to, the filing of a bankG.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas- ruptcy petition prior to the confirmaer and against the party or parties in tion of the sale and reinstatement of possession by the clerk of superior the loan without the knowledge of the court of the county in which the prop- trustee. If the validity of the sale is erty is sold. Any person who occu- challenged by any party, the trustee, pies the property pursuant to a rental in their sole discretion, if they believe agreement entered into or renewed the challenge to have merit, may reon or after October 1, 2007, may, quest the court to declare the sale to after receiving the notice of sale, ter- be void and return the deposit. The minate the rental agreement upon 10 purchaser will have no further remdays’ written notice to the landlord. edy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC The notice shall also state that upon Substitute Trustee termination of a rental agreement, Brock & Scott, PLLC the tenant is liable for rent due under Attorneys for Trustee Services of the rental agreement prorated to the Carolina, LLC effective date of the termination. 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 If the trustee is unable to convey Wilmington, NC 28403 title to this property for any reason, PHONE: (910) 392-4988 the sole remedy of the purchaser is FAX: (910) 392-8587 the return of the deposit. Reasons of File No.: 09-03706-FC03 such inability to convey include, but #6630 10/2, 10/9/14 are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmaNOTICE OF tion of the sale and reinstatement of FORECLOSURE SALE the loan without the knowledge of the 14 SP 106 trustee. If the validity of the sale is Under and by virtue of the power challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe of sale contained in a certain Deed the challenge to have merit, may re- of Trust made by Charles E. Jones to quest the court to declare the sale to Michael Lyon, Trustee(s), dated the be void and return the deposit. The 25th day of January, 2010, and repurchaser will have no further rem- corded in Book 3735, Page 0039, in Pender County Registry, North Caroedy. Trustee Services of lina, default having been made in the Carolina, LLC payment of the note thereby secured Substitute Trustee by the said Deed of Trust and the Brock & Scott, PLLC undersigned, Substitute Trustee SerAttorneys for Trustee Services of vices, Inc. having been substituted as Carolina, LLC Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 instrument duly recorded in the Office Wilmington, NC 28403 of the Register of Deeds of Pender PHONE: (910) 392-4988 County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebted-
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.: 14-11789-FC01 #6628 10/2, 10/9/14
ness 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 Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING all of Lot 62, as shown on a map entitled, MAP OF BATTLEGROUND ESTATES, Section 2, recorded in Map Book 37 at Page 30 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more complete and particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 935 Slocum Trail, Atkinson, 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 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 encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (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. 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 upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. 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. 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. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE BY: Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1134745 (FC.FAY) #6632 10/2, 10/9/14 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 49 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Patricia A. Lawson to Anthony H. Barone, Trustee(s), dated the 29th day of June, 2004, and recorded in Book 2426, Page 126, in Pender 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 Pender 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 Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on October 14, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain parcel of land lying and being situated in the County of PENDER, State of NC, to-wit: Being all of Lot 84 Pine Oaks Subdivision as the same is shown on a map recorded in Map Book 22, at Page 141 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description. Subject to Restrictions recorded in Book 681 at Page 12 and Book 689, at Page 166, of the Pender County Registry. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 694 Lanier Avenue, Rocky Point, North Carolina. Being that parcel of land conveyed to PATRICIA LAWSON from CAROLINA MODEL HOMES CORPORATION by that deed dated 05/01/2003 and recorded 05/12/2003 in Deed Book 2116, at Page 337 of the PENDER County, NC Public Registry. 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 encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (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. 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 upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. 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. 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. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE BY: Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1130882 (FC.FAY) #6633 10/2, 10/9/14
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Section C
Living
{Earl and Mary Jordan}
Giving Back to the Community By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer
Maple Hill residents Earl and Mary Jordan are well-known for their many ongoing contributions to Pender County. They are both retired from the education field, but together they continue teaching others what it means to give back to the community. Mary was reared in Maple Hill, mostly by her grandmother in the early years. Surrounded by love, she was taught to care for other people. She was also the first in her family to finish high school and college. Earl grew up in the Calico Bay area of Burgaw, in a family of six children. All finished high school, five received bachelor’s degrees, and three of them earned master’s degrees. These are notable accomplishments for anyone, but especially during a time when many people had to leave school to go to work. The two met as students at C.F. Pope High School. After graduation, Mary attended Elizabeth City State University while Earl finished college at St. Augustus in Raleigh. Mary said “the cute part of it” is that they eloped and got married in 1963, two years before finishing college. The newlyweds waited several months to share the news with their families. The couple accepted their first teaching jobs in Farmville, and a year later, returned home to Maple Hill. Mary taught at Maple Hill Elementary for a year before taking on the challenge of being Director of the first Head Start program in Pender County, located in Maple Hill. She got the program off the ground and remained there for four years, while Earl taught at C.F. Pope High School from 1966-70. Mary enjoyed her work in the Head Start program. “I like finding and trying new things. I like interventions and inventions,” she said with her usual confidence. Mary taught at Penderlea for three years as she and Earl started their family. Their first son, Lindric, was born in 1966 and Garrick came along in 1969. Upon the inception of Pender High School about 1975, Mary and Earl were chosen among teacher leaders to help ease the transition involved in combining three schools. Students came from Penderlea, Burgaw and Atkinson high schools to form the new Pender High School. What was expected to be a difficult time of change ended up being a rather smooth one, due to the leadership of people like the Jordans.
Mary and Earl stayed at Pender High for four years, and Earl continued his career at Topsail High until 1988. He also coached basketball and baseball over the years. After being employed in a middle school program at the Board of Education for a couple of years, Mary worked as the assistant principal at Burgaw Elementary for the next two years. She took on her first principal position at Willard Elementary School in 1983. The building has since become known as Willard
Outreach Center. Mary became principal at Topsail Primary (K-2) in 1985, and continued at Topsail Elementary. She helped establish South Topsail Elementary when the school split into North and South, and retired from South Topsail in 1999 after 34 years as an educator. Earl traveled to various schools teaching PE. He remembers when the gym was built at Rocky Point and he no longer had to teach in classrooms. He retired in 1997, but continued as a sports recruiter for colleges. Mary said her grandest memories of Pender County Schools are of the tremendous rapport she had with board members, superintendents, parents, teachers and students. Earl has similar fond memories of coworkers and students he worked with and has stayed in contact with over time. “I tried to give back to my staff, support
them, and push for them not to be afraid to be innovative. I turned them loose to be the best that they could be. Everyone knew at Topsail Elementary we were a package deal. From my custodians to my teachers to all my staff, I was there to bear the brunt of the storm. When you allow your teachers to be themselves and you come together, the togetherness brings strength. I had to be bold so my teachers could be strong, and together we could build strong students. Nobody had to work in fear of lack of support,” said Mary. Mae Borneman, a retired South
Topsail teacher, has fond memories of the years she worked with Mary. “Mary Jordan demonstrated kindness and concern as a leader. Her approach was genuine and confident in the way she stood behind her teachers. I loved working under Mrs. Jordan,” said Mae. Hampstead native Teresa Coston was a student in Mr. Jordan’s biology class at Topsail High, and she later worked under Mrs. Jordan’s administration at South Topsail. “Earl Jordan was a great teacher and Mary was a fantastic principal. It was a privilege
to work under her leadership. It’s an honor that Mary and Earl had a part of molding me into the person I am today. The two of them are a true inspiration and I’m honored to call them my friends,” said Teresa. “Mary Jordan was the most supportive principal I have ever worked with,” said Deirdre Fabian, former PE teacher at South Topsail. “We always gave her 120 percent because we always knew she would support us as a staff. As I got my administration credentials, Mary Jordan was always a good example of what a principal should be.” In addition to all of their educational experience, the Jordans own a retail store behind their house in Maple Hill. MJ’s This & That started with a few small items like earrings and purses, eventually adding clothing, hats and other items. The Jordans have been instrumental in many community programs over the years. Mary served on the Four County Electric Trust Fund, and was on the founding board for Topsail Kiwanis Club. She helped start Home Improvement and Save Our Schools (SOS), both after-school programs for students. She helped launch Maple Hill’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. The program moves from church to church in the community so that, as Mary says, “the children won’t forget.” She served on the Pender County DSS board, and is a member of the local Civic Club. The club initiated the annual Maple Hill Parade, and members collaborate to help the elderly, build scholarships for youth, and assist the homeless. Mary also served as President of C.F. Pope Alumni, Inc. to resurrect memories of the old high school. She has recently been nominated for an achievement award by Ladies of the Cape Fear. Since retirement, the Jordans have enjoyed some traveling, as well as time with their granddaughters, Deja and Cheli. They have also remained active in their church, St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church. Mary said she attributes her success to her helper, God, and to good people. Mary believes in staying busy. “Once you set something up and get it going, I believe in moving on so others can grow. When you’ve been in something for a
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Hovering God, holy fortress, Shelter and shadow of safety, Your constant presence is my trust. Potholes and pitfalls may plague my way, yet Your wings of grace enfold me. You shield me and defend me, a holy shelter in every storm. Fear does not seize me, through night terrors and daily attacks. Even when evil hovers around me, I am not afraid. God is your shelter, troubles will not confound you nor mishaps overwhelm you. His angels hover over you, carrying you across every stony way. You will trav el ov er every threat, crumpling them beneath your feet. Your human love towards me is your safe shelter, because My name is on your lips, your prayers will rise to an open and tender heart. When trouble comes, I will walk beside you. When you fall I will raise you up. Long life is my gift to you; salvation, my blessing forever. Psalm 91 (a new translation) T here are times when songs just sing in my head. Some places call forth song, certain songs. Sometimes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a thought, a word, sometimes really nothing at all I suppose other than the Holy Spirit. My life seems to orient around songs, my faith finds expression in them. Songs come, it has been a part of my life for as long as I can
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remember. There is a song that comes often. It is one of my favorites, though to say that puts it in a rather long list. I have lots of favorites. But this one has been with me a while. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember where I first found it or when I first sang it, but once it appeared, it instantly made the hit parade. It goes like this: The lone wild bird in lofty flight is still with Thee nor leaves Thy sight And I am Thine, I rest in Thee, Great Spirit come and rest in me. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that idea of resting that really appeals to me â&#x20AC;&#x201C; me resting in the vastness of God, God resting somehow in me. It is a strange yet wonderful feeling, a comforting image. There are times when I feel God resting in me or on me or around me. The Celtic Christians had a term for it. They call such things thin places or thin experiences â&#x20AC;&#x201C; times when one feels unusually close to God, to the Divine, to the world of the Spirit. Perhaps you felt something like that in the moments of silence we just shared, listening to the symphony, the praise of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creation all around. Kirkwood is a place that lends itself to such spiritual experiences. Kirkwood is itself for many of us a very thin place. The first part of the song draws us in, resting as it were in the holy. But the song goes on and expands Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence far and wide.
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The ends of the earth are in Thy hands, the seas dark deep and no manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s land. And I am Thine, I rest in Thee, Great Spirit come and rest in me. God is here, but God expands out into every place. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence makes the whole world sacred. Wherever we go, wherever we are, God is there waiting for us to let
us rest and to rest in us in ways that make our very lives holy. Finding God here is the first step in finding God everywhere. Knowing God here is the seed of knowing God everywhere and being known and loved and graced. I am Thine, I rest in Thee, Great Spirit come and rest in me, always.
Sunday Oct.12 â&#x20AC;˘Sandhill AME will hold their annual Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day service Oct. 12 11 a.m. Elder Nelson James of the Greater Saint Paul United Holy Church will bring the morning message. Come visit with us where our church motto is â&#x20AC;&#x153;We love to praise the Lord.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘Maple Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 4501 NC Hwy. 50, Maple Hill, will celebrate annual Harvest Day Oct. 12 beginning at 10:30 a.m. The Browns and Browns II will be the featured singers while Pastor Micky Cox will preach the morning message. A covered dish lunch will be served in the church fellowship hall following the service. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information call 910-455-2506. Monday October 13 â&#x20AC;˘Burgaw Holiness P.F.W.B Church 416 W. Bridgers St., will be holding revival October 13-17, 7 p.m. nightly. Guest speaker will be Jerry Magee. He is an ex-outlaw biker with an awesome testimony. Saturday Oct. 18 â&#x20AC;˘Mount Moriah AME Church Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prayer Breakfast Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. Rev. Dr. Rachel Stevens will be the speaker.
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Church Directory New Beginning Church
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Burgaw Presbyterian Church
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Jim Herchenhahn / Pastor Worship Services: 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Youth each Sunday at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday evenings: Meal at 6:00 p.m. / Study for all ages 7:00 p.m.
Westview United Methodist Church
5610 Hwy. 53 W â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 (Across from Pender High)
Pastor Judy Jeremias Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Mission Baptist Church
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Burgaw United Methodist Church
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Centerville Baptist Church
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Currie Community Baptist Church
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Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday: 7 p.m.
Calvary Chapel Community Church
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Fall cooking
Hope’s Cooking Corner
By Hope Cusick Contributing Writer Fall is my favorite season, and cooking fall dishes adds to the delicious charm of the season. Whether it’s apples, pumpkins, pears, or various vegetables, they all add to wonderful cooking. Here are some tasty dishes to bring wonderful smells to your kitchen. These recipes are called comfort foods. Enjoy. Slow cooker almond milk pumpkin latte Makes 8-10 one cup servings. Recipe may be halved. 5 cups strong brewed coffee 4 cups unflavored almond milk or whole milk ½ c u p h e av y w h i p p i n g cream ¼ cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon Whipped cream for topping of latte, if desired In a slow cooker, mix all ingredients, and beat with a whisk until thoroughly combined. Cover and cook on high heat for two hours, stirring after one hour. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream topping. Should there be any leftover, cover and refrigerate. To serve again pour into a
cup and microwave to heat through. Apple-honey quick bread This bread can be frozen. Just wrap in plastic wrap then foil and freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature and glaze. ½ cup brown sugar, packed ¼ cup milk 2 cups all-purpose flour 1½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 large eggs, room temperature ½ cup honey ½ cup sour cream 1/3 cup canola oil 1-2 cups cooking apples, peeled, cored, and cut into small pieces Sugar glaze ½ cup confectioners’ sugar 1-2 teaspoons milk 1 teaspoon orange liqueur (optional) Honey butter, if desired Honey butter 1 stick butter, softened 2 tablespoons honey In a small bowl blend together butter and honey. Refrigerate after using. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8 x 4-inch loaf pan. In a saucepan stir together brown sugar and milk, cook over low heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. Set aside. In a large bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. In another bowl whisk together eggs, sour cream, honey, oil, and brown sugar, mix until blended. Fold in apple pieces. Add this to flour mixture and stir just until moistened. Pour into prepared loaf pan, tap pan on counter to settle batter. Bake in a 350degree oven for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. If bread starts to overbrown
cover with foil. Cool in pan for 10 minutes then turn out onto wire rack to cool completely. For the glaze, stir together in a small bowl the confectioners’ sugar, milk, and orange liqueur, if desired. Add more liquid or sugar for desired consistency. Drizzle over bread and slice. Try some honey butter on the slices. Meatball stroganoff Serves 4-6. 3 cups uncooked egg noodles 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ pound ground beef ½ pound ground pork ½ cup flavored bread crumbs 1 large egg, slightly beaten 2-3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes 1 teaspoon dried sweet basil, crushed 1½ cups beef broth ½ teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons golden sherry (Optional) 1 cup heavy whipping cream ¾ cup sour cream Cook egg noodles according to package directions for al dente. Drain, pour into a bowl and toss with three tablespoons butter, and set aside, and keep warm. To make meatballs: In a bowl mix together ground beef and pork, fold in bread crumbs, parsley, basil, Parmesan cheese, and egg; mix to combine well. By rounded teaspoons roll meat into balls the size of a walnut. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Brown meatballs; remove from pan and place in a bowl. To make sauce: To the skillet add broth, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Add garlic powder, salt and pepper
to taste, and Worcestershire sauce, along with sherry, if desired. Bring to a boil; cook for 5-7 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 2/3 cup. Add meatballs, stir to mix then add cream. Bring just to a boil, lower heat and simmer, covered for 3-5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in sour cream and heat through. Serve hot over buttered noodles. To make it creamier, if desired, add more cream or sour cream or both. Apple Betty Serves 6. 5 cups cooking apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (I use both Granny Smith and McIntosh apples together for a nice flavor.) ½ cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons Apple Schnapps, if desired 5 cups soft white bread cubes, about 7-8 slices 3 tablespoons butter, melted Whipped cream or heavy cream, for garnish Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Filling: In a large bowl combine sugars, flour, and cinnamon. Add apple slices and juices; toss to coat, add Apple Schnapps (Optional), stir to coat. Add two cups of bread cubes; toss gently until combined. Transfer filling to an ungreased two quart casserole baking dish. (I like to use a rectangular dish for this.) Topping: In a bowl place remaining bread cubes, drizzle with melted butter; toss to coat. Sprinkle topping over fruit filling. Bake in a 375-degree oven for 30-35 minutes or until fruit is tender and topping is golden. If desired, serve warm with whipped cream or heavy cream.
Community News & Events Rocky Point Parade information The annual Rocky Point Harvest Festival parade is Oct. 11. Vendors, entertainment, cars for the car show, civic and other groups are encouraged to participate. For more information and applications, contact Patricia McIntyre Corbett at 910.675.2609. Community Fun Day Oct. 11 St. Mary U.H.C. will hold a community fun day Oct. 11 from noon until 6 p.m. at the Moores Creek National Battlefield. There will be games and prizes, food and drinks, a fashion show, a live band, and more. The speaker will be Elder Daemarkis Faison. For more information, contact Carolyn Wilson at 470.7736 or Vannessa Carr at 540.3462. Topsail Basketball Association registration The Topsail Basketball Association on-line registration for the 2014-2015 basketball season is open through Oct. 19, or until the divisions are full. Visit www.topsailbasketball. com, to regoster. Registration fee’s are $75 for boys and girls in grades 1-12. The Topsail Basketball Association is a competitive recreational league with practices and games played at the Topsail Middle School gyms, in Hampstead. The association is designed to benefit the Hampstead community and it’s youth. Every player has the opportunity to improve their basketball skills, become part of a team, learn sportsmanship and increase their fitness. Surf City half marathon Oct. 11 The Two Town Half Marathon set to make its debut Oct. 11. The point-to-point race takes place on a newly certified flat course designed for excellent times – in both Surf City and Topsail Beach. The event begins at the new Topsail Beach Town Center and will be completed at Soundside Park in Surf City where a postrace celebration party will take place. “It is a credit to both towns that we can work together to hold such an outstanding event,” said Surf City Mayor Zander Guy. “Fall is a great time for folks to come to the
beach and visit us.” Registration is available through www.townofsurfcity. com and will remain open until Sept. 30. Proceeds will go to benefit the Pretty in Pink Foundation, prettyinpinkfoundation.org/. The Pretty In Pink Foundation provides financial assistance and support to underinsured and uninsured North Carolinians with breast cancer. Volunteers for the event will receive a special tee and receive pre-race training. For more information or to volunteer, call Surf City Community Center at 910-328-4887 or go to the race website link at www. townofsurfcity.com. Topsail Friends of the Library Author’s Dinner Nov. 6 The Topsail Friends of the Library - Hampstead Branch will hold their annual Author’s Dinner Nov. 6 at 6 p.m. at the Hampstead Women’s Community Building, 14435 HS Hwy 17 in Hampstead. The price is $25. You will enjoy a wonderful Italian Buffet put on by the Hampstead Italian Store. We will also have our desserts prepared by the Topsail High School Culinary Department which is always a sweet delight. You will be able to bring your own adult drinks – water, tea and coffee will be provided. Come out and hear Karen White, the voice of 1,000 audio books, Jim Dodson, the editor of SALT Magazine, gardening and golf books and Jason Frye, the voice of local food and travel books. This is the annual fall fundraiser so come and enjoy the evening and help support our local Hampstead Library. For reservations, contact the library at 270-4603 or Maggie at 270-2115. Celebrate Recovery at Faith Harbor Church Join with Faith Harbor UMC on Thursday evenings, 7 p.m. at Celebrate Recovery. If you want freedom from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits we encourage you to check out Celebrate Recovery at Faith Harbor UMC. This ministry seeks to celebrate God’s healing and redemptive power in our lives through the eight recovery principles. Faith Harbor is now offering an 8 a.m. Sunday Morning com-
munion worship service. This service features a short homily and is approximately 30 minutes in length. The community is also invited to attend the 9:20 a.m. Service. Both services are held in the church sanctuary. The church is located on the mainland side of the swingbridge in Surf City. For more information call 328-4422, www. faithharborumc.org or facebook. Hogs and Heros yard sale Oct. 18 The Hogs and Heros Foundation North Carolina Chapter 1 will hold a yard sale Saturday morning Oct.18 east of Burgaw on Hwy. 53 beginning at 7 a.m. The yard sale is just past the Northeast Cape Fear River on the right. The Hogs and Heroes Foundation North Carolina Chapter 1 is a motorcycle group that supports the Wounded Warrior Project, the U.S. military, law enforcement officers and firemen. The foundation was started in Maryland four years ago and now has multiple chapters in seven states. This is the first chapter in North Carolina. The group has monthly meetings, fund raisers, and support activities. There will be literature for new members for Hogs & Heroes Foundation available at the yard sale. Surf City youth basketball Registration for Surf City Youth Basketball is now underway for both players and coaches through the link at www.townofsurfcity.com. “We don’t pretend to be the biggest league in the area but people really seem to like what we do,” said Surf City Parks & Recreation Athletics Supervisor Steve Unger. “We offer good instruction and great sportsmanship at a reasonable price.” Surf City Youth Basketball starts at age four with a U-6 Division that practices and plays on Friday nights, the only area basketball league to offer a developmental program for boys and girls at that age. Other divisions are U-6, U-8 & U-12, all which play Saturday mornings at Surf City Community Center gym. Divisional practices start in December followed by team formation, practices and games in January and February. A separate Teen
League operates in the spring for participants 12 through 18. For Surf City Youth Basketball, the cost is $30 for U-6 and $40 for the other divisions. Each player receives a high quality basketball jersey and teams practice once per week during the eight game season. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information call
Thursday, October 9 •The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. •The Cape Fear Woodcarvers Club will meet at 9 a.m. at Poplar Grove Plantation in Scotts Hill. For more information, go to www.capefearcarvers.org. •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from noon-1 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. •Pender County Museum is open to the public for free (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com. •The American Sewing Guild’s Night Stitchers will meet from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 9, at Sew Happins in University Landing Shopping Center, 413 South College Road, Wilmington. Visitors are welcome. For more information, go to ASG Cape Fear. Friday October 10 •Atkinson Baptist Church, Hwy. 53 in Atkinson, has a free bread giveaway Fridays from 4-5 p.m. All types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger buns. •Pender County Museum open 1-4 p.m. •The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets for breakfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday. Tuesday October 14 • The Marine Corps League, Hampstead Detachment 1321, meets at the Topsail Senior Center, 20959 U.S. Highway 17N, Hampstead the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The Detachment is always looking for new members to help in continuing the mission. •The St. Helena Community Center Association meets Oct. 14 6:30 p.m. at the center. Wednesday October 15 •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr. Call 328.4887 for more information •Pender County Farmer’s Market at Poplar Grove Plantation opens at 8 a.m. Thursday, October 16 •The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. •The Cape Fear Woodcarvers Club will meet at 9 a.m. at Poplar Grove Plantation in Scotts Hill. For more information, go to www.capefearcarvers.org. •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from noon-1 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. •Pender County Museum is open to the public for free (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com. • The Village of St. helena council meets Oct. 16 6:30 p.m. at the town hall. Friday October 17 •Atkinson Baptist Church, Hwy. 53 in Atkinson, has a free bread giveaway Fridays from 4-5 p.m. All types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger buns. •Pender County Museum open 1-4 p.m. •The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets for breakfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday.
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MILLIS for NC HOUSE
CAMPAIGN RALLY
Sunday, October 19, 2014 5:00 p.m. SAW MILL GRILL Highway 17 North, Hampstead, NC
Come out and show your support for the re-election of
Representative Chris Millis
NC House – District 16 PAID FOR BY MILLIS FOR NC HOUSE COMMITTEE.
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