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Provisional and absentee ballots still to be counted; decision by Friday afternoon By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher The District 5 judges race between Burgaw attor ney Kent Harrell and Assistant District Attor ney Lindsey Luther remains undecided, with Harrell ahead by only 17 votes. Pender County Board of Elections Director Dennis Boyles says a winner should be announced by Friday after noon. That is when all the provisional and absentee ballots from Pender and New Hanover County will be counted. The race is still very much up in the air, with 150 provisional ballots in Pender County and more than 500 in New Hanover to be examined. Boyles says not all provisional ballots will be valid, but a number of them will be and they will determine the outcome of the election. Pender County election officials will meet Friday at 10 a.m. to examine the remaining ballots and certify the election. “We will meet Friday morning and start working on the provisional ballots and begin finalizing the election at 11 a.m.,” Boyles said. “New Hanover will begin working on provisionals Thursday because they have so many.” Boyles said the general election in Pender County went smoothly, with no problems with equipment.

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Lindsey Luther “That is why we test everything before the election to make sure it works. I like a nice smooth election,” said Boyles. Pender County had slightly more than 44 percent of voters turn out for the Nov. 4 election. Boyles says with the provisional and absentee ballots, that number could approach 46 percent. Staff photos by Andy Pettigrew

Computer virus attacks Burgaw financial software By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher A computer virus that attacks financial software and locks the infor mation hit Burgaw’s accounting system recently. Town officials were able to isolate the virus and access the town’s financial records.

The virus locks the information and demands a ransom be paid to obtain the code to unlock the system. “Eric Harvey does our IT work and he thinks we are in the clear. We don’t anticipate any more issues related to the virus,” said Burgaw town

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The American Legion Post 167 color guard leads the procession to open the Veterans Day program at the Hampstead gazebo. Hampstead resident U.S. Marine Corps Col. Sean Salene (right) was the speaker at the program. See more photos of the event on Facebook.

School Board moves ahead with bond plans By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher The Pender County Board of Education took the ini-

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Scouts, along with their leaders, parents, and local residents attended the Daughters of the American Revolution Veterans Day program at the Burgaw Cemetery Tuesday.

tial steps to put the newly-approved school bond to work by approving the search for an architectural firm to handle renovations and new construction in the bond proposal. The board will post notices in local newspapers and online to receive bids on the architectural work. The request for qualifications is a formal advertisement that will lead to firms applying for the job. The board will then review firms that apply to seek the most qualified bidder. “We will ask for their expertise and performance in school projects,” said Pender County schools Director for Auxiliary Services David Smith. “We will ask about staffing, the proximity to the area, what kind of experience they have in southeast North Carolina, and information about stainability. When we build a building today, we need to know it is going to last

more than 70 years. We will also ask for prototypes, about their expertise, their past performance in these types of projects, and a list of all the K-12 projects that they have completed in the last seven years in North Carolina.” Applications will be received through Dec. 1 before the board begins the review process. Smith said there is a lot of interest in the Pender County projects. “My phone started ringing last Wednesday morning,” Smith said. Mobile classrooms The board approved the purchase of two mobile classrooms for the Topsail Middle School. The classrooms will cost $59,500 plus and additional $10,800 in set-up costs. The new mobile units will help relieve overcrowding in the school, which has resulted in some unusual measures to find classroom space. “We had to convert the

weight room in the gym into a classroom because we needed the space,” Smith said. Smith said the classrooms were recently used by Camp Lejeune and were in extremely good condition. The company that offered the units also had several more. Board member Kenneth Lanier said they should consider buying more since they were available at a good price and the schools were going to need them. “Do we have money for that?” Lanier asked. “Not unless you appropriate it,” Smith answered. The board did not act on Lanier’s suggestion. School systems receives good audit report The Pender County school district received a good report from the system’s auditing agency. The auditor told the board there were no problems with the audit and commended the district’s staff for good bookkeeping work.

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Arrest report James Francis Barrett, Jr. 43, 5112 Blue Clay Road, Castle Hayne. Driving while impaired, driving while license revoked. Released with no bond listed. Alpha Barrow, 16, 3224 Bell Williams Road, Burgaw. Disorderly conduct-school, simple affray. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released. Tameka Nichole Bradshaw, 27, 113 Tin City MHP Lane, Wallace. Unsafe movement, hit/run fail to stop property damage. Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Released under $215 cash. Jerry Lynn Brewer, 52, 56 Henry Pridgen Road, Burgaw. Driving while license revoked, fict/alt title/reg card/tag. Released under $800 secured bond. Clyde Stanley Carr, Jr. 32, 3861 US Hwy 117 S, Burgaw. Child support, misdemeanor probation violation, felony probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $369.25 cash bond. Sherod Desean Carr, 25, 2666 Shiloh Rd., Watha. Misdemeanor probation violation. Released under $10,000 secured bond. Tracy Lee Carr, 39, 1361 Bethel Church Road, Currie. Misdemeanor probation violation out of county, felony larceny of motor vehicle, felony probation violation, felony larceny of motor vehicle, drive while license revoked, inspection violation, operate vehicle with no financial responsibility, give, lend, and/ or borrow license tag, expired registration card/tag, failure to reduce speed, possess/ display altered, fictitious, revoked drivers lic, fict/alt title/ reg card/tag. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $12,600 secured bond. Kelvin Terrell Carter, Jr. 16, 106 Bill Blake Drive, Willard. Disorderly conduct-school, simple affray. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Shawn Dale Davis, 26, 424 Wells Brother Road, Rose Hill. Intoxicated and disruptive, resisting, obstruct, and delay of officer. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $3,000 secured bond. Natalie Louisea Deschamps, 27, 102 Patton Lane, Hampstead. Driving while impaired. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond. John Wesley Eller, 32, 169 Bellhammon Forest Drive, Rocky Point. Violation of domestic protection order. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. Mike Anthony Ennis, 35, 1458 Webbtown Rd., Maple Hill Failure to appear for genetic testing. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond. Bryan Anthony Gmytruk, 27, 121 Lea Drive, 104 Tarheel Court, Hampstead. Assault on a female, order to show cause, simple possession of schedule 3 controlled substance, possession prescription medicine outside original container. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $3,030 secured bond. Aaron Griggs, 23, 727 Lea Drive Extension, Hampstead. Misdemeanor probation violation, assault on female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $11,000 secured bond. Brandi Amandi Laine Hoff, 27, 55 Michigan Avenue, Surf City. Misdemeanor probation violation. Released with no bond. Frankie Lynn Howard, 49, 477 Union Chapel Road,

Hampstead. Misdemeanor probation violation. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Hedrick Jackson Imes, 38, 11 Decarlc Lane, Ivanhoe. Assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury. Released with no bond listed. Cameron Elizabeth Musgrove, 25, 121 Lea Drive, Hampstead. Resisting, obstruct, and delay of officer. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $600 secured bond. Antonio Mitchell Newkirk, 46, 2147 Bay Road, Wallace. Felony probation violation ( 4 counts) Incarcerated under $20,000 secured bond. Adam Charles Nightingale, 33, 101 Friendly Lane. Misdemeanor probation violation. Incarcerated. Stephanie Peeden, 29, 94 Rooster Trail Drive, Burgaw. Felony probation violation out of county (2 counts), driving while license revoked ( 2 counts), fail to notify DMV of address change, operate vehicle with no financial responsibility, fictitious, cancelled, or revoked Regis card/ license plate ( 2 counts), operate vehicle with no financial responsibility. Incarcerated under $11,100 secured bond. Dexter Allen Pickett, 40, 585 Ed Cowan Road, Burgaw. Felony possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $4,000 secured bond. Ernesto Garcia Rodriquez, 32, 133 Feltmore Drive, Atkinson. Misdemeanor probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Rebecca Jane Shockey, 23, 14564 Ashton Road, Rocky Point. Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $768 cash. Maria Guadalupe Tavira, 35, 291 Messer Loop Road. No operators license. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Ryan Caleb Thompson. 26, 66 Capstone Lane, Rocky Point. Misdemeanor probation violation, felony probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $30,000 secured bond. Patrick Clifton Varnam, Sr. 112-A West Fremont Street, Burgaw. Assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Ulrich Buddy Watson, 25, 14564 Ashton Road, Rocky Point. Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $379 cash. Neal Gregory Whaley, 62, 137 Anderson Store Road, Willard. Fail to notify DMV of address change, driving while impaired. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $900 secured bond. David Zinna, 34, 329 Electric Lane, Hampstead. Resisting, obstruct, and delay of officer. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured 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.

Watch for suspicious manhole activity, Burgaw officials say By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher Bugaw residents should keep a wary eye out for anything that looks suspicious around a town manhole. It could save the town money. Any activity around a manhole or fire hydrant that does not include Burgaw town employees should be considered suspicious and reported to the public works department. “We have had the problem before of people popping manhole covers and dumping into them – by-products, septic tank dumping, the trucks that pump out septic tanks. We have seen high run times on pump stations at strange times of the night,” said Burgaw town manager Chad McEwen. “When everybody’s asleep, you should not have high water alarms at lift sta-

tions.” McEwen says there are several areas in town that are inconspicuous where a manhole could be accessed and dumping could occur. All the flow from the Burgaw sewer system into the Wallace plant is metered and the town pays for that amount. “Suspicious is if you see someone with a manhole cover open that does not have a town uniform on or is not in the presence of a town employee. That is suspicious,” McEwen said. “If you see anyone hooked up to a fire hydrant that is not a town employee, it needs to be reported immediately.” McEwen says unauthorized dumping into the town’s sewer system causes several problems. “Our lift stations are sized to handle a certain amount

Pender EMS & Fire Report Oct. 31-Nov. 7 Total number of Patient Contacts: 193 Calls per station Burgaw Station 1 38 Sloop Point Station 14 27 Hampstead Station 16 24 Surf City Station 23 28 Topsail Beach Station 4 5 Union Station 5 10 Rocky Point Station 7 31 Maple Hill Station 8 3 Atkinson Station 9 28 Type of Calls Cancelled 31 Cancelled En-route 5 No patient Found 3 No treatment required 2 Refusals 47 Stand By 2 Transported 103 Treated and Released 0

of flow at a certain time. If someone is opening a manhole an dumping 20,000 gallons of septic tank haulings, it could easily overwhelm a lift station and cause a spill. Also, that dumping is not metered and no one is paying for it.” Wallace samples the inflow from Burgaw and the town has thresholds for nutrient and other levels in the effluent. Town officials work to keep the effluent within specified tolerances. The town also

works to keep storm water drainage out of the sewer system, which can also overload lift stations and cause problems with water sampling, as well as increase payments to the town of Wallace for sewer treatment. “We watch for stormwater inflow into the sewer system through manholes. When that water is getting in, it’s washing in sediment, and nutrients from the ditch,” McEwen said.

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of Wallace.” McEwen said Wallace financial systems were attacked by the virus and it is his understanding the town had to pay a ranson to retrieve their financial information. “We have asked about the prospect of information being compromised and from what we know, it is not that type of virus. It is not looking to steal information. It is a ranson virus that holds your financial records hostage and gets money out of you to unlock it,” McEwen said.

Continued from page 1A manager Chad McEwen. “We have backed up all our financial information. From what I understand it has effected a lot of governments The Pender-Topsail and businesses. It’s an encription virus that holds your infor mation ranson until you pay to get the decription codes. Eric thinks he caught it in time to where it didn’t do the type of damage to our system that it did to the town

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Surf City honors Mike McIntyre By Tammy Proctor Post & Voice Staff Writer Mayor Zander Guy and community leaders from Topsail Island gathered for a luncheon to honor the public service of Congressman Mike McIntyre, who is leaving congress at the end of the year. During the Nov. 10 luncheon, Guy presented McIntyre with a replica of a brick that will be placed on the walk of honor in front of the Surf City Welcome Center.

McIntyre talked about the importance of beach nourishment and the economic impact of tourism. He also talked about the congressional prayer caucus which prays for the nation, county leaders, and community leaders. He urged the audience to sign up on the website and pray for the nation. The appreciation lunch was a thank you to McIntyre who was first elected to Congress in 1996. In his ninth ter m, McIntyre has

earned the honor as the area’s “most powerful and effective leader” and “first among all leaders.” As a senior member of the House Agriculture Committee and the House Armed S e r v i c e s C o m m i t t e e, h e forged bipartisan consensus on public policy. He was a member of the “Blue Dog Coalition, a group of fiscally conservation Democrats. In 2006 McIntyre was awarded the Distinguished Christian Statesman of the Year.

Blake Farm project moves ahead 3,000 new homes in the next decade in Scotts Hill By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer Trask Land Company is progressing with plans for Blake Farm, a multi-use development off of Highway 17. The master-planned community will be located across from Scotts Hill Loop Road in southern Pender County, and will encompass 1,300 acres of land. An estimated 3,000 homes can be expected in the development during the next decade. Raiford Trask said that Trask Land Company recognizes the need to be environmentally responsible so that future generations can enjoy all the natural beauty and wildlife that the Carolina coast has to offer. “I’ve lived here in the area all my life. I’ve spent time hunting and fishing here, and I appreciate the value of the land,” said Trask. Confirmation that the company has carried this principle into business practices was exemplified in Autumn Hall in Wilmington, which gained recognition for environmentally conscious construction practices and efforts to preserve the native plants and trees that were already growing on the property. “This concept of preserving the land has been incorporated in all of our surrounding developments including Poplar Branch in Surf City, which is currently under construction, and our planned development in Hampstead, the Villages at Olde Point. Blake Farm will follow the same pattern in hopes to establish the value of this as a community tradition,” Trask said. The Blake Farm property has an extensive history – one that Trask is excited about

integrating into the new community. Trask Land’s partners, the Blake family, have owned the property since the 1940’s. The land has been a working farm almost continually since the 1700s. As one of the development’s amenities, homeowners will have access to 30 acres of farm land to be dedicated as a community garden. Trask said that residents can experience the satisfaction of growing their own produce, just like the farmers that used this land to feed their families for generations. “Nostalgia for ‘the good old days’ and simple pleasures have inspired us to create a casual, friendly community that captures all the best of a souther n lifestyle,” said Trask. “The front porch is a great example of this – a relaxing spot for enjoying some fresh air or drinking a glass of sweet tea with friends and neighbors. All of these elements have helped shape the vision for the Blake Farm community.” There are plans for a community clubhouse that will feature a fireplace and an open air structure, similar to the original farm house. A post office, modeled after Poplar Grove and Nora Foy’s first Scotts Hill Post Office, combined with a general store will be constructed within the development. This section will be designed as a common area for residents to come to check their mail, recycle, and stay up-to-date on community events. Some other unique features will be the incorporation of the southern Pender County farming and fishing culture. Builder design guidelines will include local architectural styles, clustering development

to preserve unique natural features and provide open space. A community-wide walking and biking trail will encourage healthy living. Blake Farm’s focus will be a balance of an active outdoor lifestyle and the satisfaction of modern conveniences. Trask also envisions a walkable and bike-able community to connect residential components to retail, office and commercial components. The prime location of the development will give residents easy access to good farming soil as well as close proximity to the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean and its marshes. Trask Land Company has strategically planned for population growth over the next 10-20 years. Blake Farm will offer a variety of housing sizes, styles and price ranges. There will be options to accommodate all family sizes, as well as those looking for a second residence or a comfortable retirement prospect. The single-family phase one permitting is expected to be complete by the first quarter of 2015, and infrastructure construction is anticipated in the early second quarter of 2015. The first phase of single family homes will have approximately 280 lots permitted, and prices ranging from $250-$450,000 are expected. The main access will be from Highway 17 and will align with Scotts Hill Loop Road north. Future plans for the development include some office, retail and commercial fronting Highway 17. “We want to add something to the community,” said Trask. “If we can plan a community that will enhance the quality of life in the area and be benefitted by it, that’s a good mix for us.”

State insurance commissioner to attend Dec. 11 Topsail Beach Shoreline Committee meeting The Topsail Island Shoreline Protection Committee, The Town of Topsail Beach Mayor and Board of Commissioners will meet Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Topsail Beach Town Hall. Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin will be speaking about the impact of current laws impacting property insurance and possible legislative changes. As Insurance Commissioner, Goodwin has been

a champion for consumers through fair ratemaking, injury prevention efforts, and close regulation of insurance company solvency and industry practices. Since taking the oath of office, he has redoubled the department’s efforts in fighting insurance fraud and has saved approximately $1 billion for North Carolina’s consumers and businesses. In addition to his respon-

sibilities as Insurance Commissioner, Goodwin is the State Fire Marshal and plays a vital role in protecting lives and property in North Carolina. The Office of State Fire Marshal is responsible for training fire and rescue personnel, administering the state building code, securing property insurance for stateowned buildings, and reviewing construction plans for state building projects.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS RFQ Designer Selection 2014 Pender County Schools Bond Projects It is the Owner’s intention to select a Design Consultantfor the design of projects designated in the Pender County Schools 2014 School Bond Projects. Information required to respond to this RFQ is available on our website at: www.pendercountyschools.net/. Design firms wishing to be considered for these projectsare requested to submit their qualifications per theinstructions on this website. Qualifications will be received until 2 p.m. December 1, 2014, in the Pender County Board of Education Office located at 925 Penderlea Highway Burgaw, NC 28425. The requests will be received by the receptionist and should be to the attention of David Smith. You may e-mail david_smith@pender.k12.nc.us.

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When the dust settles, let’s see what gets done Some of the races in the recent elections brought back memories – bad ones. As the dust settles, the winners pick themselves up and the losers lick their wounds, we hope something will actually get done that helps the people of North Carolina. The wording is almost cliWe need to ensure that ché, but in some cases, the those we put in office have totals on Tuesday were a manthe opportunity to hear our date to the elected: you don’t have job security if you don’t voices, either while they do the job. Whichever side you serve or when they come are on, you must admit it was up for re-election... but reassuring to see so much in- we also have to be willing terest in a mid-term election, to become engaged ourwhich often lags far behind its selves. bigger, bolder sibling where we choose a president. The expectations must be reasonable, of course – no candidate can completely keep the promises he or she makes. Washington, Raleigh and local government halls require compromise, regardless of rhetoric. It’s an unfortunate fact of life, but it’s true. Exactly what is discarded in these compromises helps determine the legacy left by an elected body. Our state, and especially our region, face a lot of challenges. The economy still isn’t where it needs to be. We have education needs that aren’t being met, and educational needs that change almost with the rising sun. Spending has been out of control for too long, even by those who claim to be fiscally conservative. Society’s expectations of government have to be defined, redefined, prioritized and then, funded. Our state is facing environmental concerns we have managed to ignore for many years, as well as infrastructure problems which have been slowly but surely improving, but still stand in need of updating. All politics are local, according to the old saying. This is true – and responsible governing also has to start on the most basic level, that of the citizenry. We owe it to ourselves and our children to be informed and active in our local, state and national governments. A former congressman from this area was judged harshly for his decision to wait before casting his vote on the Affordable Care Act until his staff had managed to answer a majority of the telephone calls and emails sent to his office urging him to go one way or the other. That move was a bit dramatic, perhaps, but it did illustrate at least one elected official’s willingness to listen to his constituency. We need to ensure that those we put in office have the opportunity to hear our voices, either while they serve or when they come up for re-election. Without knowing they are faced by an involved, concerned and sometimes angry electorate, those who are put in positions of power tend to listen to those around them, rather than those they serve. It’s our responsibility to make sure they hear our voices, and hear them clearly – but we also have to be willing to become engaged ourselves. What is being referred to as another landmark election is coming up in two years; hopefully, the voters will again turn out in droves, but they will be motivated by concern for the future of their country, state, county and town, rather than by the amount of advertising one candidate or the other can buy on television.

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The next game Whether your team won or lost a good friend put last week’s elections in proper perspective. Politicians, like athletes, need to understand that regardless of today’s score the proper reaction is to wake up, polish your shoes, get your equipment in shape, put on the uniform and go play the next game. The polls consistently reported voters were not happy with the direction either national or state elected leaders were taking. But the message North Carolina Democrats should hear loud and clear is that their strategy of just whining and complaining how Republican leadership is ruining our state by cutting taxes for the rich and destroying education is not resonating with voters. People didn’t believe Democrats could or would do any better. If they expect to regain leadership in this state anytime soon Democrats can’t be just against everything; they must develop a plan, tell us what they are for, get better candidates and do effectively message their positions.

Republicans are justified in savoring their victory but they would be mistaken if they believe the outcomes an overwhelming mandate for their leadership. Voters have clearly lost confidence in and disapprove of President Obama’s performance. They are equally unhappy with Congress. Last week’s vote was their way of expressing their distrust, disapproval and dismay against poor federal leadership, not a ringing endorsement for Republicans In 2010, voters expressed dissatisfaction with Democratic leaders they perceived were out of ideas, who continued to increase the size and cost of government and who refused to hold folks accountable. Now, after four years, of Republican control they want Republicans doing more than cutting taxes, shrinking government and reducing regulations. They are ready to see leaders address and solve problems such as our transportation system and infrastructure, real education reform, healthcare and Medicaid. And their expectations are that these solutions need to benefit the many, not just the few. Governor Pat McCrory put the correct spin on the election saying that Republicans had a great election night but now is not the time to “spike the ball.” He understands that in the cyclical game of politics sometimes you win and sometimes you lose. Republicans are on a current and emphatic winning streak but that can change quickly, as evidenced by the U.S. Senate Seat held by Hagan. Before that Elizabeth Dole had one term. She replaced

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Personal finance 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, “We will meet Friday morning and start working on the provisional maybe I should venture ballots and begin finalizing the election at 11 a.m, ” outside and pick some cash Pender County Board of Elections Director Dennis Boyles on the Nov. 4 election off the money tree. During my younger years, the notion of sarcasm escaped me, so I “When we build a building today, we need to know it is going to believed with my whole heart last more than 70 years.” that I would never work a day Pender County Schools Director for Auxiliary Services David Smith on the new in my life if I could keep that construction aspect of the school bond. 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 Driving home from work adopted nieces, really mean checks that would serve as the other evening, I slowed poopyheads. backup. It was in these foras I rounded what we call the Listening to the promises mative years that I developed “Bear Curve.” The curve is being made by the politicians the flawed misconception right up from what we call I got to thinking about the that money was a renewable the “Coyote Bridge.” If either cat beside the road. I think resource and was readily name confuses you, perhaps a lot of folks would stand up available whenever I wanted you haven’t driven enough and take notice if the money- something. country roads after dark. changers behind the candiDuring my freshman On this particular ride, my dates actually voluntarily did year of college I decided to eye was drawn to some movesomething for the community become responsible. Armed ment beside the road. A few before they bought another with a $100 deposit in a brand yards off the paved shoulder, television commercial. new checking account, I was a large black and white houseThere are a hundred coun- prepared to move mountains. cat sat staring at the traffic. ties in North Carolina; some Some guidance at this point The spot is too far out are better off than others. A would have been immensely Jefferson Weaver of the way for even the million bucks, no questions helpful as I began to write bureaucrats, out of jealousy most wanderlusting tom. I asked, in each of those counchecks with fervor. Of and the need for power, are grumbled, and had a decidties, could do a lot of good. course, the check writing was edly unChristian desire to see constantly searching for ways Shoot, half that much could limited to the essentials-food, to “get back” at those who are how the person who dropped make all the difference in gas, Obsession perfume, selfwealthy, and lack true motiva- the world, and leave a lot of the cat would do in an alien tanner, textbooks, VO5 hot oil tion to help the less fortunate. environment where everyadvertising money still avail- treatments, cassette tapes and I am firmly in favor of allowthing viewed him as supper able. I can think of dozens of Fresca. ing people to keep as much or competition. small businesses that would In the petite fragment of as possible of what they I thought about the cat create jobs and revenue for my mind that houses reason, earn. They should be encouran hour or so later, when a their communities, and none I understood that a finite aged, but not required, to do talking head on the television of them would require a half amount of money existed some good, since God tells us noted that the Hagan-Tillis million for startup. in this account, but I had a that those who are the most race had topped $100 million. A few hours before I saw seemingly infinite number blessed have the most opOne hundred million dolthe cat, I’d had an interview of checks. It’s strange how portunity and responsibility. lars. with Wilton Lennon, of New future consequence becomes The Bible doesn’t say a word Half the gross domestic Foundation Rescue Misso easily clouded at the Belk’s about holding a man at gunproduct of the African nation sion. The mission strives to makeup counter. point because he’s been sucof Sao Tomei (yes, I looked provide, as they put it, a home My lack of fiscal insight cessful. If a man or woman it up. They grow cocoa for between homes for families is, therefore, not my fault. I chocolate). Speaking of a hun- has a hundred mill to throw who have found themselves blame the lure of unfair mardred million, that’s how much around, I say let them do so in in a scarily tight spot. The keting campaigns, banking the way they so desire. more Microsoft co-founder mission doesn’t accept federal institutions and my parents. That being said – a hunPaul Allen said he is investmoney, since they wouldn’t As adulthood revealed a dred mill could have had far ing in Ebola research. be able to spread the word of major disconnect between more benefit for the people Now, lest you think I got God if they did so. childhood expectations and kicked in the head by a liberal of North Carolina than to A half-million bucks would reality, it dawned on me that convince people that both our mule or something, I am not make a world of difference for the money tree never flowmain party candidates were, against wealth. I strongly ered, bills eventually had to in the words of one of my feel that the professional be paid and using my blow Continued on page 5A 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. Thank you voters understood the needs investment in the schools is But, then I fell in love with On behalf of the Pender of our school district. Your an investment in the future Daniel and opted to ditch the County Schools staff and commitment to this process of our children as well as the easy street and, rather, take the Board of Education, I demonstrated relentless pas- future of our community. the road frequently traveled Dr. Terri Cobb extend my sincere thanks to sion for the success of our by becoming a contributing Superintendent, the voters of this community. children, which deserves the member of society. After all, Strong partnerships among greatest respect. Pender County Schools I convinced myself, money As superintendent, I recogparents and local communicouldn’t buy happinessties are essential in public nize that approval of a bond unless I happened to stumble education. is not automatic and carries upon a young, handsome rich Through the years, this great responsibility and high man before saying the “I do’s” community has demonstrat- expectations. As a district, we with Daniel. ed commitment to education take this responsibility very Public opinion is welcome. Well, I did the “I dos” and, in many ways, including the seriously. Moving forward, Send your Letters to the Editor fortunately for me, Daniel has to P.O. Box 955, Burgaw, 28425 approval of previous bonds. every effort will be made to become a great provider. I or to posteditor@post-voice.com. The vote on Nov. 4, reaffirmed respond with prudence and totally trump him in terms of Please include your address and that commitment, once again commitment. college degrees, written and phone number with your letter. Our goal will be to meet We reserve the right to reject letters placing the education of our verbal expression, charisma, the expectations, addressing children as a priority. we deem inappropriate, talent, charm and personalor just can’t understand what I also extend my apprecia- the identified needs in a manity. But, when it comes down you are trying to say. tion to the community com- ner that will bring pride to to financial contributions to Unsigned letters mittee, Supporters of the the community and serve the the household income, Daniel will not be published. Pender County School Bond, district for years to come. The opinions expressed on is very much in the lead. as well as the many other Again, I sincerely thank pages 4-5A are not necessarily Granted, he risks life and the opinions of individuals who gave count- you – this time, on behalf of Post-Voice LLC. less hours to ensure that the students we serve. An

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By Edith Batson Post & Voice Staff Writer Medicare Part D Drug Plans Last week my appointment at Pender Adult Services was with Kay Warner, one of the counselors who can help you understand which plan will be the best for you in 2015. She was very helpful in explaining which plan I might choose for next year, as all the counselor swill be. She would like to remind Medicare recipients that they have until Dec. 7 to review their drug Part D plans for next year. To schedule an appointment with one of the counselors at Pender Adult Services before the deadline â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which is fast approaching â&#x20AC;&#x201C; call Pender Adult Services, 910-259-9119, extension 0 (for operator). Do it today. Annual Widows luncheon Each year the ladies of the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Missionary Union sponsor a luncheon for widows in the community. We were invited to the Mt. Holly Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Saturday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. The tables were set up in a large rectangle with blue covers and decorated with candles and colored half-marbles. Bouquets of fresh flowers centered the tables. A bountiful buffet called members and guests to the wonderful array of home-cooked soups, salads, vegetables and desserts. Before the meal, Pastor Merrell McKoy gave a devotional, speaking about the

changes in a community that can come about through Christian behavior. He followed the devotional with a blessing of the meal. WMU members hosting the event included Carolyn Watkins, Holly Horton, Elise Davis, Pauline Newkirk, Joy Lynn Usher, Moureen Watkins, Melissa McKoy, Magen Avery, and Lisha McMillan. The widows were treated like queens for a day with WMU members bringing our drinks to the table and meeting our every need. It was a wonderful treat for those of us who are widows and a great blessing to be treated with such a lovely party. Following the delightful and delicious meal, guests were given bingo cards. Prizes were plentiful, and I think every single guest received a prize. My prize was a book, Billy Graham in Quotes, written by his son, Franklin Graham with Donna Lee Toney. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to read it. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure it will be full of interesting information with quips and quotes. On the first page is the quote by Billy Graham, â&#x20AC;&#x153;When the Gospel of Jesus Christ is presented with authority, quoting from the very Word of God, He takes that message and drives it supernaturally into the human heart.â&#x20AC;? A program on TBN paid tribute to Billy Graham, celebrating his 96th birthday on Nov. 7. He has given his gospel message by preaching in 186

countries. His wife, Ruth Bell Graham, was the daughter of missionaries to China. HE met her in college and said then that was the girl he was going to marry. Ruth is now deceased, but she gave him five children. They have 19 grandchildren, and numerous great grandchildren. I think he was a teenager and wanted to be a baseball player. Instead he gave his heart to God, telling Him he would go where God wanted him to go and be what God wanted him to be. Donald Trump said that there had never been a man like Billy Graham and there never would be. Tributes were given by people all over the world. It is said of him that he remained a humble man and always gave God the glory. Happy 96th birthday to a great man of God. Ordination and Installation Sunday, Nov. 9 was an important day for Will Davis and his wife, Debbie. He was ordained and installed as the new minister of Burgaw Presbyterian Church. The service took place at 4 p.m. It opened with prelude Alleluia by Mozart with Ivey James, organist, and Robby Anderson, trumpeter. This was followed by Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee, organ and Spirit Ringers, hand bells. Participating in the service

were Commissioners of Presbytery of Coastal Carolina, including Rev. Nancy Gladden, Rev. Ernie Thompson, Rev. Eduardo Moreno, Elder Sadie Pollock, Elder Joe Dixon, Elder Doris Dees and Rev. Richard Boyce. The benediction was given by the Rev. Will Davis. Following the ordination and installation services, everyone was invited to the Rev. P. L. Clark Educational Building to enjoy light refreshments and a time of fellowship. We had a chance to visit with Rev. Richard Boyce, who has recently been named Dean of the Charlotte Campus of Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Va. He has served as pastor of Belmont Presbyterian Church and has been a professor of preaching and pastoral leadership at the Charlotte campus for a number of years. When I told him my daughter, Edith Batson Hill, graduated from the Presbytery School of Christian Education in Richmond, he asked if she attended the One Hundredth Anniversary of the school last week. Indeed she did attend. He said he also attended and was sorry he did not meet her. She was particularly happy to see one of her former teachers, Gwen Hawley, who is somehow kin to my Sidbury side of the family. We were glad to have some of Debbie Davisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; family members at the ordination service. Her parents, Bill and Ruby Rains

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A half-million bucks would make a lot of difference in a lot of lives in that particular shelter, and maybe a little kid wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to sleep in a windowless room on tearstained pillows. Vickie Britt and her ladies with Families First run a similar operation in Bladen and Columbus counties. I can imagine what Miss Vickie could do with a half million bucks. A half million bucks would go along way toward helping cats like the one I saw on the road the other night, as well as the dogs who inevitably find their way to our porch (and trashcans) at the end of hunting season, or when Harry became Harriet and the puppies were too much to handle. Shoot, with a half-million bucks, Debbie Bartholomew and the Cape Fear Equine Rescue League could save every horse thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever in trouble, without having to make the hardest decision faced by anyone in the animal rescue business

near as often. Look further â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Yahweh Center in Wilmington deals with children who have faced things most adults couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t handle. What would a half million bucks do there? How many lives would be changed? If the big political donors really want to impress me with their wallets â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they could take 50 percent of what they spent calling either candidate names in North Carolina, and make the money do some good. There would need to be oversight and stewardship, of course, but there are legitimate charities plugging along in the packs of nonprofit scams running rampant these days. Just half the total money spent on campaign mudslinging, to truly help abused children, battered spouses, homeless families, unwanted animalsâ&#x20AC;Śjust half. That would still leave $50 million in private donations, unrestricted by the government, with which to call people names and help their candi-

dates avoid taking a specific stand on a specific issue. Or if they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like giving the money to individual charities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; donate one dollar in stewardship for every dollar in political donations to local school needs. Not to salaries, flashy non-productive programs, or administration â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but to athletics, arts, vocational training, and building funds. Again â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there should be no requirement to spend money in the way I described above. If they voluntarily did so, however â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it would go a long way toward making me feel more confident about our elected leaders. If they care enough to buy our elections, let the national campaign donors on both sides make these investments in the community, too. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m tired of people begging me for money I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have, when there are children crying in the night, people with PhDs flipping burgers to feed their families, and cats sitting hungry beside the road.

you once, but you better perform or we will yank you and put another player in the game. Right now Republicans are on the winning cycle but in order to stay in power they must govern and lead. The 2016 elections started Nov. 5 and the people in our state are watching. Both parties have their

marching orders and we are watching to learn how well they heard, understood and respond to them. North Carolina voters donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care much about labels. We are looking for effective problem solvers and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care whether they be on the Republican or Democratic team. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to suit up and take the field. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game

is beginning. Campbell is former assistant state treasurer and is creator/host of NC SPIN, a weekly statewide television discussion of state issues airing Saturdays atÂ 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.

Continued from page 4A Wilton and his crew. It sometimes requires up to $5,000 or more to get a family up on their feet again after a major downturn. Most need significantly less, but if you live in a car and your kids are hungry since the plant you called a second home for 10 years has closed down -- $20 can be a fortune. A half-mill could do a lot of good for people who are truly in need. Almost equidistant from where I saw the cat be the roadside, some very brave folks in Pender County work very hard to help families torn apart by domestic violence. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve written about a lot of them, sadly; the very concept of striking a woman or a child is so far beyond my reasoning that it elicits no reaction other than a desire to help the victim, and introduce the assailant to a nice piece of well-dried hickory.

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Continued from page 4A John Edwards, who also had one term. This seat has a long history of â&#x20AC;&#x153;one and doneâ&#x20AC;? occupants and the message to Senator-elect Thom Tillis should be clear. Voters in this state will elect

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and a brother, Steve, were here from Goldsboro, brother Rusty and wife Renee were here from Clayton, and brother, Tim, and wife, Julie came down from Clemmons. Did You Vote? Everyone had an opportunity to cast a vote last Tuesday. Did you take advantage of your privilege and responsibility as an American citizen to vote for the candidates of your choice. If you voted, you can be proud. All of our choices may not have won, but we need to support those that did and pray that they will talk to God before they make any decisions. According to unofficial numbers from the Pender County Board of Elections, 44.3 percent of Pender County voters cast ballots. That means 16,486 people voted out of a potential 37,208 registered county voters. There are about 150 provisional ballots that have not yet been certified and counted, along with a handful of absentee ballots. Thanks to the folks at the Board of Elections for the information. All we want is to know that our freedoms will be intact, especially our freedom of speech. We hope that those who have been elected to lead our govern-

ment will want to do whatever is best for our country and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s people. And may we learn to disagree without being disagreeable. May God continue to bless America and help us be good stewards of this wonderful, beautiful land we are fortunate enough to live in. I think of the song This land is your land, this land is my land... this land was made for you and me. I am proud to be an American, and I hope all of you are too. Veterans Day On Tuesday, there were many celebrations to honor our veterans of our many wars and conflicts. All of our veterans deserve our respect and honor. Many have fallen in our defense. Many have been wounded and live with pain and bad memories. May we always give them the best medical care, rehab, benefits, and loving care they deserve. God bless all of our countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s veterans. God bless America, land of the free. Stand beside her and guide her through the night with the light from above. From the mountains to the prairies, to the ocean, white with foam. God bless America, my home sweet home, God bless America, my home sweet home. Shalom!

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Sea Turtle Hospital News By Karen Sota Sea Turtle Hospital Special to the Post & Voice

We’ve all been enjoying a long fall with mild days and nights, and our waters are still at turtle temperature. So when our vet called to say that two more of our patients had been medically cleared for release we hustled them off to the beach. Little Kemp’s Seaborn and loggerhead Park waved goodbye to their temporary home and made the trek across the bridge to a small but enthusiastic crowd awaiting their arrival. Up over the dunes came Seaborn in the arms of our volunteer, Kelsey. This little critter was admitted in Photos contributed July after swallowing a fishPhoto contributed ing hook. Once he got over Kelsey Wilenta (above)carries Seaborn to the surf. Park his sore throat he recovered (below) is carried in the turtle snuggie by two hospitals Students in Ms. Baughman’s class made water molecules. Since water has two parts quickly and kept us, and our volunteers and Cary Happell and T.J. Jones of the Surf hydrogen and one part oxygen, they used two of the same color gum drops to represent visitors amused with his an- City Fire Department. hydrogen and one of another color to represent oxygen. They used tooth picks to tics. Carried into the water demonstrate the bond of molecules. Before eating the gum drop molecules, students just past the first breaking got one more gum drop and had to identify if it was adding an additional hydrogen or wave he was gone and out-ofoxygen or particles of a third kind. sight in a flash. Park was admitted in May as a Barnacle Bill, our term for a turtle that is emaciated, lethargic and covered with barnacles and other opportuT h e B a t t l e o f M o o r e s senior student to be their cash prize. nistic sea critters. Creek Bridge Chapter of the 2014-2015 Good Citizen. The winner of the essay After months in Sick Bay Daughters of the American These students will be rec- contest at the District level under our standard protocol Revolution will honor our ognized for submitting essays will be announced and our of meds, good food and lots Pender County Good Citizens to our scholarship contest judges will be introduced. of TLC he was moved into Sea at a reception to be held at and given the opportunity This student’s essay will Turtle Bay where he became a the Pender County Library in to read their essays for the continue to the next level favorite of our visitors. Park, Burgaw Nov. 20 at noon. audience. All of the students of judging for the student’s being a big boy, was carefully Each of the four county will be awarded a certificate, chance to compete for a state wrapped in our turtle snuggie high schools has chosen a lapel pin, wallet card, and a scholarship. for the trip and then carried close to the surf by hospital volunteers Peggy and Jessie, Julie Harrell has received who were assisted by two of her North Carolina Funeral Surf City’s finest firefightDirectors’ license. Julie ers, Cary Chappell and T.J. graduated with the highest Jones. honors in her class from It didn’t take Park long to Fayetteville Tech Community figure out that once he put his College, passed three state carapace in gear he would be board exams, and completed home before we could change a 2,000 hour apprenticeship our minds. Park and Seaborn exited at Harrell’s Funeral Home as healthy turtles, carrying a to receive her license. She bit of extra weight on them, also holds a BS degree in so hopefully they’re already marketing from UNCW. where they want (and need) the near future. Please report round-about. We are the only Photo contributed to be for the winter months. all local sea turtle activity to building on Tortuga. They sure looked like they our director of beach operaGoogle Maps are now showhad a destination in mind tions Terry Meyer at 910-470- ing the correct address but any as they zipped through the 2880. If unable to reach her sort of GPS system will not. water. you may also contact our Just remember that we are on Hatchlings have left director Jean Beasley at 910- the mainland now, not on the the building island. 470-2800. The cuteness factor in And a word of advice – the The state also has a hotline our ICU has dropped a few for strandings (injured or sick town road has begun to depoints with the departure of turtles) at 252-241-7367 and the velop potholes that you’ll want those dozen hatchlings that call will be picked up 24/7. The N.C. Department of to skirt around, and if you we had been caring for over park on the side of the road Health and Human Services Hospital tour info and the last month. Those many, beware of the drop-off into the today confirmed the presence Black Friday hours many tiny and frequent meals We ’ re s t i l l we l c o m i n g ditches, and that sand is softer of enterovirus D68, or EV-D68, meant we could almost see several hundred visitors on than it looks! in six patients from North them growing overnight. More of our winter clothes Carolina. Thursdays and Saturdays. But our mission is to take Our current schedule is in are arriving every week – “DHHS’ Division of Public in the sick and injured and effect through the end of the long-sleeved T’s, hoodies and Health has been monitoring make them better, not operate year. We will be open only regular sweatshirts, holiday this situation very closely,” a nursery for babies. The kids on Thursdays and Saturdays items and of course those W. said Dr. Zack Moore, a pediatricaught a boat ride thanks to from 1-3 p.m. Carl Ealy cards. Gather those cian and epidemiologist with the Pine Knoll Shores AquariWe will not be open on sizes for your next visit to the the Division of Public Health. um and we trust they all safely Thanksgiving and Christmas hospital and get in some early There are no vaccines and made the trip to the seaweed Day, but we will be open on shopping in our gift shop. no specific treatments for EVEnseñar Pronunciación es esencial para drift lines where they’re hap- the Friday after Thanksgiving Don’t forget that adoptions D68, so prevention is the best aprender un idioma extranjero. pily munching and growing from noon until 4 p.m. and on make excellent and unique option.” even bigger. •Wash hands vigorously Saturday from 1-3 p.m. General gifts, too. Visit our Adoption Teaching Pronunciation is essential We c a n ’ t s t r e s s o f t e n admission is $5, seniors and Central desk and take home and often with soap and water to learn a foreign language. enough that our locals and military admission is $4, and your certificate, picture and for 20 seconds, especially after visitors are key to report- children’s admission is $3. Written by Maria Isabel Segovia changing diapers. other goodies. ing sightings of late hatch•Avoid touching eyes, nose Questions, comments, We are located at 302 TorBILINGUAL SPANISH/ENGLISH BOOK ing nests, lost/wandering tuga Lane, (Mainland) Surf and mouth with unwashed suggestions FOR ALL AGES hatchlings and any turtles in City. Take the turn from Rts. Please direct any questions, hands. $13.00 Includes Tax, Handling and First Class Shipping. distress. 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George Dallas Flynn, Jr. ATKINSON – George Dallas Flynn, Jr. 90, of Atkinson passed peacefully from his earthly life on Friday, Nov. 7, 2014 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center. He was born Aug. 7, 1924 in Wilmington, the son of George Dallas Flynn, Sr. and Lucille Amelia Williams Flynn. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Myra Barnhill Flynn and son, Glenn Flynn. George is survived by his sons, George D. Flynn III (Shelia) of Atkinson and Gary Flynn (Jewel) of Elizabethtown; daughter, Glenda Flynn Norris (David Craft) of Beaufort, SC; daughter-in-law, Janet Mooney; grandchildren, Regan Norris (Aimee), Joshua Flynn (Nadine), Elyssia Flynn, Leslie Norris, and Kenzie Flynn Rivenbark (Andrew); great grandchildren, River Norris, Lola Flynn, and Ava Flynn; brother, John J. “Blue” Flynn (Carolyn)

of Atkinson; sisters, Hazel Langston Hudgins of Rocky Point and Barbara F. Pate (Herbert) of Atkinson; many nieces, nephews and extended family. George was proud of serving his country honorably in the U.S. Navy during WW II. He was retired from G. E. Company and was owner and operator of Flynn’s Hardware Store for 50 years. Earlier in his career he was a meat cutter with Clarks Grocery in Burgaw. George was a member of Caswell Presbyterian Church with almost perfect Sunday school attendance for over 50 years and Atkinson Lodge No. 612 A.F. & A. M. He was also supporter and Charter member of Atkinson Volunteer Fire Department. George lived a full and blessed life being a good husband and caring daddy, granddaddy, brother, uncle and friend. George was a man of few words, but when he spoke you listened. He was

a diligent and hard worker, often working from daybreak to long past sunset. Having an endless knowledge of electricity and plumbing, George so generously shared this knowledge with others. Many will remember George strolling around Atkinson in the evenings with his great dane at his side. Fond memories of George will always remain in our hearts. Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with Pastor Herbert Pate officiating. Military honors will be accorded by U.S. Navy Honor Guard followed by Masonic rites accorded by Atkinson Lodge No. 612 A.F.& A.M. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following the service. The family would like to thank Sarah McKoy, Charlotte Kelly, N.H.R.M.C. Home Health and Lower Cape Fear Hospice for their tender care

and devotion so lovingly given to George. Memorial gifts may be given to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401.Condolences may be sent to the family at www. quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by QuinnMcGowen Funeral Home Burgaw. Raymond “Ray” Armstead Nichols B U RG AW - - R ay m o n d “Ray” Armstead Nichols, 92, of Burgaw passed peacefully from his earthly life to his eternal rest Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014 at Quinn Hospice Care Center in Kenansville. He was born June 23, 1922 in Wilmington, the son of the late George Emory and Maud Yarborough Nichols. Also remembered is Ray’s beloved wife, Vlince Mae Nichols who died in 2006. Ray is survived by his nephew, Lawrence “Buddy”

Nichols (Joy); and many extended family and friends, all who loved and cared for Ray. Graveside service was at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014 at Greenlawn Memorial Park with The Rev. Timothy Cook officiating. Military honors were accorded by American Legion Post 10, Honor Guard. The family received friends 6-8 p.m. on Friday at QuinnMcGowen Funeral Home, 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. Christopher Sexton “Uncle Buck” Herring BURGAW -- Christopher Sexton “Uncle Buck” Herring 56, of Burgaw passed away Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born Oct. 25, 1958 and was the son

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Continued from page 4A maintain the electrical grid that heats our homes and sustains life-saving hospital equipment. He even once bur ned his face off while straddling a utility pole. Unfortunately, however, Daniel seems to think that his financial status equates to limiting my spending of his earnings. I do relatively 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 par-

of the late Garnie Herring, Jr. Surviving is his mother, Elizabeth Herring of Burgaw; brother, Reverend Mike Herring and wife Beth of Salisbury; sister, Betsy Herring Melton and husband Perry of Fayetteville; three nephews, Jon Herring, Daniel Herring, Benjamin Melton, and one niece, Samantha Melton; extended family, Susan Benson Herring Wallace; and Alley Cats Restaurant and friends Burgaw. A memorial service was held on Friday, Nov. 7, 2014 at 7 p.m. at Alley Cats Restaurant in downtown Burgaw. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice or Pender County Rescue. Please share memories and condolences with the family at www.wilmingtoncares. com. The family was served by Wilmington Funeral and Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington. ent, 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 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.

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The Pender High School JROTC Raider team traveled to Hickory to compete in the Western North Carolina Regional Best of the Best qualifier meet. In the five-event, 23-team competition, the Raiders finished first in physical fitness, first in the team 5K run, second in litter carry, third in rope bridge and first overall. With this finish the team gets an invitation to the 4th Brigade Best of the Best Championship held at the campus of UNC Charlotte April 25. The Patriots won the 4th Brigade Championship in 2014 and now hare the opportunity to defend their title.

for making more meaningful moments possible NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE MONTH The Andrews family would like to thank the many Hospice workers and volunteers that provide comfort and care to our area’s loved ones as they embark on life’s final journey.

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Pender schools provide good education for the money, independent study says From Staff Reports A new analysis by the Civitas Institute indicates Pender County Schools spend $126,611 from kindergarten through 12th grade for each high school diploma awarded. That amount works out to $9,739 a year. T h e s t a t e ave r a g e i s $149,923 for K-12 ($11,532 a year). The Pender district ranked 102 out of 116 North Carolina school districts. That amount doesn’t include capital costs or other costs associated with maintaining schools. This study also shows that in most school districts there is little connection between spending and student achievement. For example, only two of the 20 highest-spending local education associations exceeded state averages on key measures of student progress. “We looked at the total expenditures, adjusted for inflation and then factored in the percentage of students who actually graduate from high school,” said Civitas Senior Policy Analyst Dr. Robert Luebke. “We believe the final figure sheds light on the real costs of education in North Carolina schools. “It’s not a perfect figure

but it provides a better idea of the real costs associated with educating students,” he added. “We hope this study prompts debate on how to make our schools more efficient and how to improve student performance.” The cost of a diploma by district varied greatly across the state, ranging from a low in Randolph County of $114,129 to the high of $266,831 in Hyde County. The State Board of Education released the 2013-2014 state standardized test results and graduation rates in September. Pender County Schools increased overall test proficiency this year. The district outperformed the state in Science, Biology, English II, and the End-ofCourse composite results and also saw notable gains in graduation rates and ACT WorkKeys. “Pender County is committed to preparing students for careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Strong test results in these subjects show Pender County Schools’ commitment to ensuring students graduate prepared for the fastest growing job sectors,” said Pender Schools Superintendent Dr. Terri Cobb.

The four-year graduation rate for Pender County increased to 88.3 percent, continuing the upward trend over the last several years, exceeding the state rate by five percentage points. The state also gives the WorkKeys assessment to high school seniors who have taken a concentration of courses to prepare for a technical field. Students scoring well on the WorkKeys test receive an industry standard certificate used to gain employment. WorkKeys results improved at all three traditional high schools in Pender County. “Pender County Schools focuses on preparing graduates for the world that awaits them. The excellent graduation rates and number of industry certificates received by our graduates indicate that we are well on our way to accomplishing this mission,” Cobb said. In Pender County, 75 percent percent of schools met or exceeded academic growth expectations, which is consistent with state averages. “I sincerely appreciate the work of our entire school family. Next year, we will continue to focus on growth for each and every child in each and every school,” said Cobb.

Improving balance as you age Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve always been a walker, but when I fell last month my doctor suggested I start doing some balance exercises. Is this really something I need to practice? What can you tell me? Avid Walker Dear Walker, Most people don’t think much about practicing their balance, but you should, the same way that you walk to strengthen your heart, lungs and overall health, or you stretch to keep your body limber. As we age, our balance declines – if it isn’t practiced – and can cause falls. Every year more than one in three people age 65 years or older fall, and the risk increases with age. A simple fall can cause a serious fracture of the hip, pelvis, spine, arm, hand or ankle, which can lead to hospital stays, disability, loss of independence and even death. How balance works Balance is the ability to distribute your weight in a way that enables you to hold a steady position or move at will without falling. It’s determined by a complex combination of muscle strength, visual inputs, the inner ear and the work of specialized receptors in the nerves of your joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons that orient you in relation to other objects. It’s all sorted out in the sensory cortex of your brain, which takes in the information from those sources to give you balance. But aging

dulls our balance senses, and causes most seniors to gradually become less stable on their feet over time. Poor balance can also lead to a vicious cycle of inactivity. You feel a little unsteady, so you curtail certain activities. If you’re inactive, you’re not challenging your balance systems or using your muscles. As a result, both balance and strength suffer. Simple acts like strolling through a grocery store or getting up from a chair become trickier. That shakes your confidence, so you become even less active. Balance exercises If you have a balance problem that is not tied to illness, medication or some other specific cause, simple exercises can help preserve and improve your balance. Some basic exercises you can do anytime include: •One-legged stands: Stand on one foot for 30 seconds, or longer, then switch to the other foot. You can do this while brushing your teeth or waiting around somewhere. In the beginning, you might want to have a wall or chair to hold on to. •Heel rises: While standing, rise up on your toes as far as you can. Then drop back to the starting position and repeat the process 10 to 20 times. You can make this more difficult by holding light hand weights.

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The Pender County Board of Education recognized the Supporters of the Pender County School Bond committee (above) at Monday’s board meeting. The board also recognized the Principal of the Year Janet Redinger (below left) from Topsail Elementary School, and the Exceptional Children’s Teacher of the Year Rebecca Rider Yopp

•Heel-toe walk: Take 20 steps while looking straight ahead. Think of a field sobriety test. •Sit-to-stand: Without using your hands, get up from a straight-backed chair and sit back down 10 to 20 times. This improves balance and leg strength. For additional balance exercises visit go4life.nia.nih. gov, a resource created by the National Institute on Aging that offers free booklets and a DVD that provides illustrated examples of many appropriate exercises. You can order your free copies online or by calling 800-222-2225. Some other exercises that can help improve your balance and flexibility is through tai chi and yoga. To locate a beginner’s class in your area that teaches either of these disciplines, call your local senior center, health club or wellness center, check your yellow pages or try online directory sites like americantaichi.net and yogafinder.com. If nothing is available near you, there are DVDs and videos that offer tai chi and yoga instructions and routines for seniors that you can do at home. Some good resources for finding them are amazon. com, collagevideo.com and iefit.com, or check with your local public library 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.

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By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist One evening during one of the breaks of a hunter education class I was teaching, a kid and his grandfather came up to me. “I want to deer hunt. What kind of gun do I need?” Without hesitation I responded, “Your Granddad’s.” While it seemed I was just coming back with a quick response to garner a smile, I was truly being sincere. While hunting consists of shooting at animals as part of the process, the real joy is the connections the hunter makes. Experiencing the hunt and bringing the most joy from the experience comes from the meld between you and God, nature, family, our forefathers, and memories. Stories I share of my grandfather and father are not just vehicles to carry on who they are and what they did, they become part of who I am as well. When I share these stories with my kids, it also becomes a part of who they will become. When black bear hunting, I cannot help but think of President Teddy Roosevelt and his passion for the great bruin or Daniel Boone and his storied encounter with the beast in the Great Smokies. The buffalo hunt my father and I went on included a hike to a tall mount that stood out amongst all others on the horizon. When we reached the top, not only did we have a fantastic view of the Dakota pothole region, but there, right at the flattened peak, was a circle of stones. Around the circle were other smaller circles of smaller stones. When we

_________________________________ Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Bill Howard and son Turner on a recent bird hunt. returned to the hunting guide and inquired about the area, he told us that was an ancient ceremonial ground for the Indians who lived in the area. I could envision the tribes hunting the herded bison just as my dad and I were. Sitting in cover on the edge of the field, anticipating the coming of a strutting gobbler with fanned tail is enough to set any hunter in flurried heartbeats of anticipation. The thought of Benjamin Franklin’s pursuit to make the wild turkey our national symbol for its courage and meaning to our land brings a sense of historic proportions to the hunt. The turkey provided nourishment to the pilgrims on

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their original plight into the new world. Even the Thanksgiving story of pilgrims and Native Americans centers itself around the bird. To think while sitting in a tree waiting on the whitetail to sneak his way into shooting distance was likely precluded by a Cherokee, Catawba, or Tuscarora several hundred years prior in the same location can be both overwhelming and comforting. So, as I watch and remember my son shooting the old Ithaca shotgun, I realize that the bridge from my son, to me, to my father and to my grandfather has been completed. I also know that one side of that bridge is a long road of that has been paved over time

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with blood, sweat, pain, tears, joy, and accomplishment while on the other side is a road yet to be cleared but already well planned. So when you ask what is the best gun, know in advance the best gun is one that is well used and experienced. –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.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2014 – 4:00 p.m. PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC ASSEMBLY ROOM, 805 S. WALKER ST., BURGAW, NC CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC INFORMATION 1. Discussion, Possible Selection of County Manager, and Approval of Employment Agreement. 2. David Williams, Chairman: Recognition of Dr. Naseem H. Nasrallah. 3. Ted Cole, Davenport & Company: Discussion of Upcoming Bond Projects & Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing Staff to Pursue Financing. 4. Mark Seitz, Extension Agent: USDA SNAP-Ed Funded Nutrition Educator. 5. Jeanette Jones, Pender County Historical Society Volunteer Coordinator: Request for Donation for the Pender County Museum. PUBLIC COMMENT CONSENT AGENDA 6. Approval of Minutes: Regular & Closed Session: November 3, 2014. 7. Resolution Authorizing Purchase Order for Roof Replacement at the Hampstead Library and Public Works Facility. 8. Resolution Appointing Kayla Bolick and Laura Zygmunt as Map Review Officers for Pender County. RESOLUTIONS 9. Resolution Authorizing Amendment to August 16, 2004 Agreement between Hampstead Kiwanis Park, Inc. and Pender County. 10. Resolution Authorizing Approval of Hampstead Kiwanis Park Lease for Additional Park Property. 11. Resolution Requesting Support of Pender County’s Application to the Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Surface Transportation Program-Direct Appointment Funds for the Proposed Sidewalk on Doral Drive (SR 1693) to Include Potential Maintenance and Liability to Pender County. 12. Resolution Certifying and Approving Results of November 4, 2014 Bond Referendum. DISCUSSION 13. Sylvia Blinson, Interim Finance Director: Update on FY 2014-15 Budget. ITEMS FROM THE COUNTY ATTORNEY, COUNTY MANAGER, & COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CLOSED SESSION (if applicable) PUBLIC HEARINGS: SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS 14. Public Hearing and Resolution Requesting Approval of a Zoning Map Amendment for a General Use Rezoning of One Tract Totaling 2.64 Acres from RP, Residential Performance Zoning District, to GB, General Business Zoning District, Located at 188 Hoover Road (SR 1569), Hampstead. 15. Public Hearing and Resolution Requesting Approval of a Special Use Permit for the Construction and Operation of a Telecommunication Tower, Located at the Intersection of Cowpen Landing Road and US Highway 421, Wilmington. ADJOURNMENT

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NOTICE TO TOWN SEWER CUSTOMERS If any Town of Burgaw Sewer customer is aware of a damaged sewer cleanout cap please notify Bill Fay, DPW at 910-259-2901 to discuss options for repair. It is important that these damaged caps be repaired or replaced in order to prevent storm water from entering our sewer system. Recently we have had several issues with pump failures at wastewater (sewer) pump stations. Fortunately, experienced work crews have been able to restore service quickly without any interruption in service. The wastewater system that serves your area uses a lift station to pump your wastewater to the treatment plant. If this station fails to run, there is no way to operate the wastewater system in your area. This can result in backups of your toilets, sinks and showers. It may even result in wastewater spilling onto the roadway in your neighborhood. These failures are due to customers flushing materials that are not intended to be put into the wastewater collection system. These items include the following: Disposable wipe towels, Paper towels, Diapers, Mop heads, Soiled clothing, Baby wipes & GREASE What should go down your drains? Only water, toilet paper and human waste! Disposable wipes are especially hard on the pumps and are resulting in pump failures. Please partner with your neighbors and your Public Works Department and use the collection system for its intended use. This will help eliminate noisy alarms, unnecessary labor and equipment costs, and keep the environment clean. Help us keep Burgaw and the surrounding environment enjoyable for everyone! CALENDAR November 17 November 20 November 27 & 28 November 28

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NOTICE OF CLOSING Millers Pond Park temporarily closed on November 3, 2014 for construction of new facilities. It is estimated the park will reopen on April 6, 2015. We are sorry for any inconveniences this may cause but the safety of our patrons must come first. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Offices at 910-259-1330. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: November 19, 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: Variance Herb Fannin, applicant, on behalf of Gerald and Dora Batts Revocable Trust, owner, is requesting a variance for relief from Pender County Unified Development Ordinance standards outlined in Section 4.14, Zoning District Dimensional Requirements, specifically requested for six (6) feet from the minimum side yard setback requirement of ten (10) feet in the RP, Residential Performance Zoning District. The subject property, Tract 10, Map Book 12, Page 45, is located at the terminus of Inlet Court (SR 1639) in Topsail Township. There is one (1) tract associated with this request totaling ± 0.74 acres and the property may be further identified by Pender County PIN 4203-71-7061-0000. Variance Gerald and Jane Kopecky, applicant and owners, are requesting a variance for relief from Pender County Unified Development Ordinance standards outlined in Section 4.14, Zoning District Dimensional Requirements, specifically requesting a variance for ten (10) feet from the minimum side yard setback requirement of ten (10) feet in the RP, Residential Performance Zoning District. The subject property, Tract 1 of Section 14 in Mallard Bay Residential Subdivision, Map Book 18, Page 12 (Exhibit 1), is located on Drake Road (SR 1692) in the Topsail Township. There is one (1) tract associated with this request totaling ± 0.56 acres and the property may be further identified by Pender County PIN 4213-16-8199-0000. For Additional Information: Contact Pender County Planning Dept. 805 S Walker St Burgaw NC 28425 Phone 910 259 1202

The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following boards/ commissions/ committees: # of Name of Board Vacancies Positions/Categories Advisory Board of Health 2 Optometrist***, Veterinarian*** Animal Shelter Advisory Committee 1 Veterinarian Board of Adjustment 2 Districts 3 & 4 Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Author. 7 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Library Board 1 District 2 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.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: November 17, 2014 TIME OF HEARINGS: 7:00 p.m. LOCATION OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARINGS 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: Zoning Map Amendment Mark Armstrong, applicant, on behalf of Jack and Ruth Gaye Ingram, owners, is requesting approval of a Zoning Map Amendment for a general use rezoning of one tract totaling 2.64 acres from RP, Residential Performance zoning district, to GB, General Business zoning district. The subject property is located at 188 Hoover Road (SR 1569) in Hampstead, and may be further identified by Pender County PIN 3292-09-0359-000. Special Use Permit Capital Telecom Acquisitions, LLC, applicant, on behalf of Philip’s Leasing Systems, LLC, owner is requesting approval of a Special Use Permit for the construction and operation of a telecommunication tower. The property is zoned GI, General Industrial zoning district and according to the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance §5.2.3 Table of Permitted Uses; telecommunication towers are permitted via Special Use Permit in the GI, General Industrial zoning district. The property is located at the intersection of Cowpen Landing Road (SR NAME) and US Highway 421 in Wilmington and may be further identified by Pender County PIN 2291-98-1949-0000. For Additional Information: Contact Pender County Planning & Community Development 805 S Walker St Burgaw, NC 28425 Phone 910 259-1202

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Last-second field goal gives Patriots win By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When two rivals meet on the last day of the season one would hope for a close football game that goes down to the wire. The Pender-Trask contest was that and more as the Pender Patriots used a late field goal by Matt Ezzell to take a 17-14 win. “That’s how it’s supposed to be,” said Pender Coach Tony Hudson. “My guys fought to the end and found a way to win.” Both defenses had their

game faces on early. The Pender offense had their first success in the opening quarter behind the running of Justin Hooper. The super sophomore ran the ball inside the tackles with authority and the Patriots found themselves deep in Trask territory. The Patriots have had a problem with turnovers this year and it reared its head again as they fumbled the ball away at the Trask 25-yard line. The Titans turned to their own super sophomore halfback in Steven Jordan. The Titans began to move the ball up

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Pender’s Rayshawn Deloach pounds through the Titan defense for yards.

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Pender quarterback Jake Rawls had a touchdown toss and a two-point conversion.

field as Jordan used his power to get through the defensive line and his speed to run away from the secondary. Trask got inside the 10-yard line and the Patriot defense stiffened. It took three plays to get to the four-yard line. On fourth and four Jordan took the handoff and scored on a sweep to the left side. The Brice Mason extra point was good and the home team Titans was up by a touchdown. Pender bounced back with a heavy dose of Hooper. He ran through and around the Titans and punished anyone who tackled him. The Patriots scored with 1:02 remaining but the extra point failed. The score was 7-6 Trask. The Pender defense set up the Patriots late in the first half. An interception gave the Pats a chance. A Rayshawn Deloach run and two unsportsmanlike penalties gave the Pats a first down on the 7-yard line. Quarterback Jake Rawls found Deloach in the end zone for the touchdown with 25.5 seconds to go in the half. Rawls added the two-point conversion and the score was 14-7 Pender going into the break. The Titans meant business coming out of the halftime break. They marched down the field behind a fierce running game and Jordan found paydirt at the 9:49 mark of the third frame. Mason nailed the point after and the teams were knotted up at 14. Both defenses were in the bend but don’t break mode and the game became a defensive battle. Pender managed to get deep in the Titans territory but turned the ball over. The Pats offense seemed to find a groove and marched down the field again. They found themselves inside the Trask 20-yard line but a bad snap moved them back 15 yards. The Pats were forced to throw the football and Tynaffit Davis stepped in front of a Deloach pass to give the Titans the football. Trask moved the football down to the Pender 19-yard line but the drive stalled. Brice Mason came in and attempted a 35-yard field goal. He had enough leg but the kick sailed left giving the Pats the ball at the 20-yard line. Pender again began to move the football. Hooper chewed up big chunks of yardage and the Pats were on the move again. They converted a fourth and one with 48.8 seconds to go and overcame a bad snap to give

Patriots and Titans scramble for a loose ball kicker Matt Ezzell a chance at a 28--yard field goal with time running out. Ezzell was good from 37 yards the week before and lined up for this kick with all of the cards on the proverbial table. Coach Hudson knew that the kick would be good before Ezzell struck the football. “He has really been kicking the ball well. He’s been on for weeks and I had no doubt.” The bulky kicker struck the football well and the kick sailed through the uprights giving the Pats the win and setting off a celebration on one side of the ball and the agony of defeat on the other side. While Hudson and his crew were jubilant the Titans were on the opposite side of the spectrum. “It was a good football game,” said Trask coach Jonathan Taylor. “I hate it for the seniors, for all the kids. We played hard but we’ve had a hard time overcoming penalties. We had those unsportsmanlike calls. You can’t win with things like that. I just want more for these kids.” For Hudson the win was something he hopes his team will build on. “This is a game we can use to build on during the off-season. It may not seem like it now, but we’re close. They know what it takes to win football games now and we’re going to work hard. We’ve looked at next year’s

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Trask’s Steven Jordan lead the Titans with 123 yards rushing and two touchdowns. schedule and we think it lines up well for us.” Justin Hooper led the Patriots with more than 100 yards rushing including a touchdown while Jake Rawls had a touchdown pass to Rayshawn Deloach along with a two-point conversion. Jordan led the Titans with 123 yards rushing and both

touchdowns while Dalen Faison led the Titans defensively with seven tackles and the senior linebacker finished the season with 95 solo stops. The Titans ended the year with a 2-9 record including a 0-7 conference record. Pender, (2-9/1-6) earned a first round playoff game at James Kenan.

Topsail season ends at New Hanover By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail Pirate football team has endured many injuries this year along with a schedule that would make the best coach queasy. The New Hanover Wildcats were the last team on the schedule and the Wildcats took a 61-6 win. The Wildcats were in the zone from the beginning as they used powerful passing

game to open things up for Coach Kevin Mottsinger. All six of the Wildcats first half possessions ended up in the end zone. The Pirates scored their only points of the night in the first quarter as they put together a drive that ended with a Drew Gaithers touchdown run. Freshman quarterback Jacob Floyd was 8-18 on the night for 163 yards. He did not throw

an interception and found senior Tyler Andrews four times for 115 yards including a 58-yard catch and run. Josh Jessup led the rushing attack with 45 yards on 19

carries. Andrews and junior Chris Byrd led the defense with seven tackles. The Pirates ended the year at 3-8 overall and 1-5 in Mideastern Conference play.

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Pirate quarterback Jacob Floyd (above) fires a pass to Tyler Andrews (left) who shook loose from Wildcat defenders for a 58-yard reception. Josh Jessup (far left) looks for running room against a stiff New Hanover defense.

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Post & Voice All-County volleyball team By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Post & Voice sports team has announced the 2014 All-County volleyball team. Each young lady on this team was chosen for her prowess on the volleyball court. Kayla Hyatt Topsail

Kayla has played on the varsity team for four years. This year she had more than 200 kills, 160 service points, 16 blocks and 338 digs. She was the Pirates go to hitter on the front line and a great back row attacker as well. Coach Hill Pearsall says “It will be like losing a daughter seeing her go as she has been on the varsity team so long.” Marlee Marrotta Topsail

Marlee started out on the front line and then transitioned to a back row specialist and server. She had 63 kills, led the team with 238 points and 43 aces, and second on the team with 310 digs. Marlee is a competitor who will do whatever is asked of her.

Payton Schoenleber Topsail Schoenleber had 90 kills playing setter and right side hitter. She transitioned well to running a 5-1 offense. She had 166 points and 20 aces. She earned 11 blocks on the front line and led setters with 339 assists. Payton is a nice player to have as she can be a force on the front line and play setter. Kayla Ball Topsail

Kayla continues to improve in her second year on varsity (tenth grade) with 28 blocks, 113 service points, and second on the team in kills with 131. She also transitioned well running a 5-1 offense which opened her up for various attempts to get kills. Katy Stewart Pender

The senior setter led the team with 554 assists and 48 aces. Katy has developed into an outstanding setter with a mind for what the Patriots wanted to do this year. She stepped up her play going into the playoffs carrying the team with her serve and decisionmaking. Gelleana Mendez Pender

The junior outside hitter had 140 kills, 20 blocks, 25

aces and a team high 86 digs. Gelleana is an excellent allaround player that played both front and back lines for the Pats. “She gives us a solid foundation to build from next year,” said Coach Matt Davis. Meghan Cleary Pender

A senior outside hitter with 129 kills, Cleary was a hard hitter that made it tough for teams that thought Brianna Pittman was Pender’s only weapon. Hannah Peterson Pender The senior outside hitter had 50 kills, 12 blocks, 10 aces and 49 digs. While Hannah’s numbers might not be overwhelming, she was the picture of quiet consistency. She played one of the toughest spots on the floor, opposite the Patriots setter, making the plays that don’t show up on the stat sheet. Player of the year Brianna Pittman Pender

With 269 kills, five assists, 190 blocks, 46 aces, 76 digs, and a 57.6 percent hitting percentage, Pittman developed into a full rotational player this year, not having to come off on the back line. She was just as good a passer as she was a hitter

and saved many a game doing just that this year. Brianna, as with most of her teammates, stepped up her game going into the playoffs and had games of 11, 19 and 18 kills and 13, 10, and 13 blocks over the final three games, including 16 digs against Princeton. Tallying a career total of 645 blocks, an application is pending with the NCHSAA to certify that as the state record for career blocks and also places her sixth all-time on the National Federation of State High School Associations list. Coach Matt Davis said that she was much more than her statistics indicated. “Brianna was the driving force behind our team, but she did it in a way that everyone wanted to play with her. She was never one to worry about stats or numbers – she wanted the team to be as good as it could be no matter her role.” Brianna will sign to play at Dayton University in the near future. Coach of the year

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Davis led the Patriots to an unbeaten conference record while playing a very difficult non-conference slate. They went deep into the 1A playoffs

Post & Voice top performers By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer With just two football games being played last week, the Pender County sports schedule was light. County basketball and wrestling squads are practicing along with winter track with seasons beginning shortly. The Post & Voice sports team will keep you up to date

with the happenings in the county as always. The Topsail football team lost their final contest of the year to a very strong New Hanover team. Freshman quarterback Jacob Floyd passed for 163 yards. He did not throw an interception and found senior Tyler Andrews four times for 115 yards including a 58-yard catch and run.

Josh Jessup led the rushing attack with 45 yards on 19 carries. Andrews and junior Chris Byrd led the defense with seven tackles. Pender and Trask squared off in what was a very entertaining game. Steven Jordan led the Titans with 123 yards rushing and both touchdowns while Dalen Faison had seven tackles to lead the Titans. The senior linebacker ended

the year with 95 solo stops. Justin Hooper led the Patriots with over 100 yards rushing including a touchdown while Jake Rawls had a touchdown pass to Rayshawn Deloach along with a two-point conversion. This week’s top performer is Patriot kicker Matt Ezzell. The sophomore nailed a field goal as time ran out to give Pender the win.

Patriots face James Kenan in state football playoffs By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender Patriot football team has shown improvement this year particularly in the second half of the season. They beat Trask in a nail biter last week and earned a playoff bid with the win. That’s the good news. The bad news is that they draw an old nemesis in the James Kenan Tigers. T he only g ame the Tigers lost was a 45-33 affair with Wallace. That g ame was played at Wallace where the Bulldogs never lose. The Tigers have won 22 in a row at home and will be the big

favorite this week. Kenan averages just under 244 yards rushing per game and has three backs with 345 yards or better. They also throw the ball well, averaging 146 yards per game behind sophomore Ken Avent Jr. Pender has shown that they can run the football on most anybody. Just two weeks ago they moved the ball well on Wallace-Rose Hill. Justin Hooper is the real deal and Anthony Hudson has stepped up as well. The Patriots need to keep the football away from Avent and company as much as possible. Hooper and Hudson along with sophomore

quarterback Jake Rawls and senior Rayshawn Deloach need to run with authority. Defensively, the Pats need to use a bend but don’t break mentality. This team has a lot of firepower. A couple of big plays by the Patriot secondary would be nice. The Tigers will throw the football. Realistically, there is a reason why the Tigers are a number two seed and Pender is in at the number 15 seed. That being said the Patriots can pin their ears back and play with no pressure. Pender needs to use this game as a reward for winning their last game and improving throughout the season.

Topsail men in state finals

Weather mars cross country meet The Topsail men’s cross country team faced tough running conditions Nov. 1 at the state finals in Kernersville. Running a personal best time was impossible and surviving the run without falling became the top concern for the runners. The race was

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difficult with water and mud slowing the course The Topsail team placed 11th overall in the race. They came into the meet ranked 11th in the state and they left the meet ranked number 11. Chad Campbell lead the Pirates with a 57th place finish (17:28), followed by Trent

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In My Opinion

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

While watching the Pender at Trask football game last week, I began to think about the two programs and where they were headed. I thought about the two young coaches and what they had accomplished. Sure, they did not put up a bunch of wins but they did accomplish quite a bit. Both coaches are young men with much enthusiasm. Both are in their first head coaching job and both coach a team that is stuck in probably the toughest 1A-2A split in the state. Tony Hudson has endured a couple of tough seasons. Throughout those seasons he has maintained his focus on building a program from the ground up which is what he inherited when he took the job. Hudson hangs his hat on the relationships he has with his players. He has known most of them their whole lives. He brings a big brother approach to the sidelines and practice fields. For the most part I think that this approach works well. However, every once in a while it can backfire on a coach. What was impressive to me last Friday night was the pre-game huddle. Coach Hudson knew he had a group of seniors that were playing their last game. Coach Hudson talked to his troops with a tear streaming down his face. These kids mean something to him. Forget about the wins and losses

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Pender County’s Most Comprehensive Fishing Report By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic The cool weather is here and the local sportsmen have started to hunt in place of fishing. I spent a few hours on the water last weekend and I can tell you that the leaves are turning and the banks of the river are beautiful. Even if you don’t fish, take a ride and take in our beautiful woodlands. I did talk to a few anglers last week that said that they had braved the cool weather last week to catch a few bream. They were using crickets for the large part as the water was high. The catfish will bite in cold weather if you can brave the temps to get a hook out.

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I talked to a couple of catfish guys who said they were bush hooking and having some luck. They were using huge chunks of cut bait on the hooks. The saltwater anglers are slowing down as well but there have been reports of some reds still in the area as well as some nice flat fish. This weeks fishing tip This will be the last fishing report of the year with the exception of a special report now and then. Remember to winterize your boat and your equipment and do a little offseason shopping in search of that great deal on everything from tackle to boats. Santa Claus has a nice selection of equipment as well. Buy that little angler of yours a new rod and reel.

Deloach leaves big footprints in Pender football

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

When the season began, the Trask Titan football team had high hopes. They had a new coach, a new system and a new plan. They also had a veteran quarterback in senior Dylan Kraft who had proven he could throw the football as well as run the offense. He was a leader. Although the 2014 season did not go as planned, Kraft and his fellow seniors did their best to make the season a success. As the 2014-15 school year develops Kraft will begin to see what a special time that his senior year was. He will be a big part of a Titan baseball program this spring that is under new direction. This year has been a year of change for the Trask men’s athletic program. As Dylan Kraft heads off into the sunset he will be remembered as the one constant on the football team.

Last year the Topsail Pirate men’s basketball team was full of young but unproven talent. They had a big man in the middle with some experience but the back court lacked varsity game time experience. One of the young players was then sophomore Drew Bagwell. He was charged with running the team from his point position. To make matters even more complicated, the team was thrown into the Mideastern Conference with the likes of Hoggard and New Hanover. Bagwell learned throughout the year and made great progress. He learned the strengths of his teammates and learned to play within himself. This year the Pirates will have a years worth of playing under the tutelage of veteran coach Jeff Gainey. All of this should lend itself to a much improved Drew Bagwell and Topsail Pirate basketball team.

After the 2013 football season Rayshawn Deloach transferred out of the Pender County school system. At the time he was a junior and a big part of the Pender Patriot athletic family. This fall he was back and ready to lead a young Patriot football team into battle in a tough conference. Although the Patriots season was not what they had hoped, Deloach was everything he was advertised. Stretch, as he is called by his teammates, brings much more to the table than his great athletic skills. He brings the calming influence of a proven leader in the classroom, the hallways and the athletic fields. He gives the young men and women of Pender High an example to shoot for. The Patriots will move on without Rayshawn after this school year but his legacy will live on. Rayshawn Deloach will leave a big footprint at Pender High.

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for a moment. He matters to these kids and they matter to him. In my opinion Coach Hudson is two assistant coaches away from having a very good coaching staff. Remember, good coaches surround themselves with good people. I also think that the Patriots will be better next year and beyond. I think Tony Hudson is the right man for the job. Over at Trask, Coach Jonathan Taylor is selling hope. He has given the kids over there a fresh start. He has sur rounded himself with good people and he has changed the attitude. These kids want to play football. The Titans struggled after the West Bladen game in which we all know what occurred. I believe that the kids never regained their focus. The suspended players coupled with the loss of momentum really hurt the Titans. The only negative I see with Coach Taylor is that he sometimes focuses too much on the referees. We often get horrible officiating crews in Pender County and no amount of arguing is going  to change those bad calls. I   understand his pain, but it   is not helping. The Titans are   one step closer to becoming   a good football team. Coach  Taylor will get them there. On one other note, I heard a Pender assistant tell his kicker in a roundabout way  that I slighted  him in a preview. Ezzell did a fine job and  had the game winning kick. I didn’t take that away from him by focusing on an article that was meant to give the readers a preview of what I considered to be a very exciting game. Of course, if you need to use what I write as a coaching tool, then by all means do it.

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Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443. Tax Parcel ID: 4215-64-8487-0000 and 4215-64-9368-0000 Present Record Owners: Gus Daniel Christakes and Jennifer Beth Christakes. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. 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. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: 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. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)744-4444, 112433-00723 P1116395 #6669 11/6, 11/13/2014

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CASE#:2014-CP-04658 COUNTY OF GREENVILLE William M. Dickson, III, Plaintiff VS. Frances Daniels Anderson, William McNeill Carpenter, Jr., individually and as Personal Representative of the Estate of Ryan Daniels Carpenter, William McNeill Carpenter, Jr. and Amie Carpenter as Trustees of The Ryan Daniels CarpenterTrust, William McNeill Carpenter, III, Schaefer McSwain Carpenter, Nicholas Stone Miller, John T. Miller, Thomas W. Miller, Jr., all unknown heirs of Thomas W. Miller, Sr., W. N. Miller, III, Nelson Bowdry Miller, all unknown heirs of Nelson Bowdry Miller, J. Calhoun Pruitt, Jr., NBSC and any other party having any right, title or interest in the property having Tax Map #533.5-1-25, Defendants. SUMMONS (NON-JURY) YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action, a copy of which is herewith served upon you and to serve a copy of your Answer to this Complaint upon subscriber at 11 Whitsett Street, Greenville, South Carolina 29601, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the date of such service. If you shall fail to answer the Complaint within that time, the Plaintiff shall proceed in default proceedings against you and shall apply for the Court the relief demanded in the Complaint. TO: INFANT(S) OVER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE (AN IMPRISONED PERSON) YOU ARE FURTHER SUMMONED AND NOTIFIED to apply for the appointment of a Guardian ad Litem to represent you in this action within thirty (30) days after the

service of this Summons and Notice upon you. If you fail to do so, application for such appointment will be made by the Plaintiff(s) herein. TO: INFANTS(S) OVER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE (INCOMPETENT OR INSANE) AND TO , ,(GENERAL TESTAMENTARY GUARDIAN)(COMMITTEE) WITH WHOM S(HE) RESIDE(S): YOU ARE FURTHER SUMMONED AND NOTIFIED to apply for the appointment of a guardian ad Litem to represent said infant(s) under fourteen years of age (said incompetent or insane person) within thirty (30) days after the service of this Summons and Notice upon you. If you fail to do so, application for such appointment will be made by the Plaintiff(s) herein. LIS PENDENS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an action has been commenced and is now pending in the Court upon complaint of the above- named Plaintiff against the above-named Defendants for the quieting the title to real estate. The premises covered and affected by the said contract were, at the time of the making thereof, and at the time of the filing of this Notice, described as follows: ALL that piece, parcel or lot of land being in the County of Greenville, State of South Carolina, designated as lot 24 Oakway Subdivision as recorded in plat book JJJ, page 107 in the ROD Office for Greenville County. Reference is made to said plat for a more detailed description. LESS however any portion previously conveyed and subject to restrictions of record. Tax Map # 533.5-1-25 C. C. Richard Stewart Attorney for Plaintiff 11 Whitsett Street Greenville, SC 29601 864-235-2019 SC Bar #5346 #6688 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/14

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices EXECUTOR’S NOTICE Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Zander Koop, 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 24th 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 23rd day of October, 2014. Susan Jean Bakan 326 Knollwood Drive Hampstead, NC 28443 Robert C. Kenan, Jr. MOORE & KENAN Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 957 Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-9800 #6657 10/23,10/30, 11/6, 11/13/14 EXECUTOR’S NOTICE Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Merrill Narcissus Mills Tiderman, 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 24th 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 23rd day of October, 2014. Julie T. Kennedy 736 Sand Ridge Road Pink Hill, NC 28572 Robert C. Kenan, Jr. MOORE & KENAN Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 957 Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-9800 #6658 10/23,10/30, 11/6, 11/13/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE # 13 E 143 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as ADMINISTRATRIX of the Estate of JOHN J. SHADE, JR. deceased, of Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby give notice to all persons, firms or corporations having claims against the said Estate to present them by giving evidence of same to the undersigned on or before the 30th day of January, 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the deceased or said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This, the 30th day of October, 2014. BARBARA GARNER, Administratrix of the Estate of JOHN J. SHADE c/o PAUL A. NEWTON, ATTORNEY 107 N. 2nd Street, Suite C Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 Telephone: 910-769-2896 #6672 10/30,11/6, 11/13, 11/20/14 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executrix of the estate of James David Martin, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, James David Martin, to present them to the undersigned on or before February 5, 2015 at 108 W. Johnson Hwy, Norristown, PA 19401, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment. This the 30th day of October, 2014. Phyllis Martin Madison 108 W. Johnson Hwy Norristown, PA 19401 #6663 10/30,11/6, 11/13, 11/20/14 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-495 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. RONALD ANTHONY WILLIAMS, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: Unknown Spouse and/or Successors in interest to Ronald Anthony Williams Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as All of Tract #1 on Map 41, Page 113 (1 acre +/-), Parcel ID Number 2353-827926-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than No-

vember 24, 2014. This date: November 6, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6680 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/14

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. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1143801 (FC.FAY) #6676 11/6, 11/13/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-495 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. Ronald Anthony Williams, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: Ronald Anthony Williams Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as All of Tract #1 on Map 41, Page 113 (1 acre +/-), Parcel ID Number 2353-827926-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than November 24, 2014. This date: November 6, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); NOTICE OF SALE chip@shermanandrodgers.com In accordance with an Order en#6679 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/14 tered in Pender County vs. Teresa E. Hansley et al., 10 CVD 1106, (Pender County, North Carolina), the undersigned shall offer for sale to the highest bidder at the western NOTICE OF door of the Pender County CourtFORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power house in Burgaw, North Carolina, at of sale contained in a certain Deed of 12:00 Noon, November 19, 2014, Trust made by Lloyd D. Proctor and that property located in Grady TownChrista L. Calahan to Shapiro & Kre- ship, Pender County, North Carolina, isman, Trustee(s), dated the 17th day described as: BEGINNING at an iron pipe, in the of April, 2009, and recorded in Book 3618, Page 224, in Pender County eastern right-of-way line of Pender Registry, North Carolina, default hav- County Secondary Road #1115, ing been made in the payment of the which is located from a spike in the note thereby secured by the said centerline Pender County SecondDeed of Trust and the undersigned, ary Road #1115 directly above the Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. center of a culvert that accommohaving been substituted as Trustee in dates the waters of a ditch beneath said Deed of Trust by an instrument Pender County Secondary Road duly recorded in the Office of the #1115 North 26° 13’ East 156.18 feet Register of Deeds of Pender County, to a railroad spike in the centerline North Carolina and the holder of the and South 72° 42’ East 30.29 feet to note evidencing said indebtedness the BEGINNING and running thence having directed that the Deed of South 72° 42’ East 300.00 feet to an Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned iron pipe, thence South 25° 20’ West Substitute Trustee will offer for sale 71.25 feet, thence North 72° 42’ West at the courthouse door in the City 300.00 feet to the eastern right-ofof Burgaw, Pender County, North way line of Pender County SecondCarolina, or the customary location ary Road #1115, and thence with the designated for foreclosure sales, at right-of-way line North 25° 20’ East 2:00 PM on November 18, 2014 and 71.25 feet to the BEGINNING, conwill sell to the highest bidder for cash taining 0.485 acre. This sale shall be for cash and a the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Caro- deposit of five percent (5%) of the lina, and being more particularly de- amount of the bid shall be required of the highest bidder at the sale. scribed as follows: This sale shall be subject to any The following described real estate situate in Pender County, North Car- encumbrances which have priority over the tax liens of Pender County olina, described as follows: to wit: Being all of Lot No 3 of Cherry- and all outstanding city and county wood Subdivision as shown on a taxes and improvement assessments map by the same title, prepared by not included in the above order. Robert H. Corbett Thompson Surveying Company of Commissioner Burgaw, N.C. said map is duly re#6674 11/6, 11/13/14 corded in Map Book 24, at Page 30 of the Pender County Registry, reference to said map is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 3849 Borough Road, NOTICE OF SERVICE Currie, North Carolina. OF PROCESS BY Being the same property conveyed PUBLICATION IN THE to Christa L. Calahan and husband, GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE Lloyd D. Proctor by deed from John DISTRICT COURT DIVISION, Phillip Smith and wife, Tamara L. FILE No.: 14-SP-155, Smith recorded 09/09/2005 in deed STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA Book 2770, Page 318, in the RegisIN PASQUOTANK COUNTY ter of Deeds Office of Pender County, “IN RE DOE” TO: The UnNorth Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole known Father of a female child born discretion, delay the sale for up to on October 18, 1998 at Cape Fear one hour as provided in NCGS §45- Hospital TAKE NOTICE that the undersigned has filed with the Clerk of 21.23. Should the property be purchased Court of Pasquotank County, North by a third party, that party must pay Carolina, a Petition for the Adopthe excise tax, as well as the court tion of the female minor child, baby costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per Bartel, born on October 18, 1998 at One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) re- Cape Fear Hospital. Potential date of conception was January 5, 1998 at quired by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pur- 303 Sand Dollar Ln., Hampstead, NC suant to this notice of sale is being 28443. Rob Towner was the name I offered for sale, transfer and convey- believe he was called. He was apance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither proximately 30-35 years old, caucathe Trustee nor the holder of the note sian and had salt & pepper colored secured by the deed of trust/security hair. You are further notified that, puragreement, or both, being foreclosed, suant to NCGS 48-1-106, a decree of nor the officers, directors, attorneys, adoption will sever the parent-child employees, agents or authorized relationship between you and the representative of either the Trustee minor child. You must file a response or the holder of the note make any to the petition within 30 days of the representation or warranty relating day this notice was served on you to the title or any physical, environ- in order to participate in and receive mental, health or safety conditions further notices in the proceeding. To existing in, on, at or relating to the file a response, you must file it with property being offered for sale, and the Clerk of Superior Court of Pasany and all responsibilities or liabili- quotank County at P.O. Box 449, ties arising out of or in any way relat- Elizabeth City, NC 27907. This is the ing to any such condition expressly 5th day of September, 2014. Joseph H. Forbes, Jr., Attorney are disclaimed. Also, this property is for Petitioner; being sold subject to all taxes, spe307 E. Church Street, cial assessments, and prior liens or Elizabeth City, NC 27909; encumbrances of record and any Ph: (252) 335-5568. recorded releases. Said property is #6673 11/6, 11/13, 11/20/14 also being sold subject to applicable

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Michael Stuart Weiner, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Michael Stuart Weiner, to present them to the undersigned on or before February 12, 2015 at 5724 Highgrove Place, Wilmington, NC 28409, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment. This the 6th day of November, 2014 Christopher Scharf 5724 Highgrove Place Wilmington, NC 28409 #6675 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 11/27/14

14-SP-218 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Linda T. Youmans and Gordon S. Youmans, dated June 23, 2006 and recorded on July 10, 2006 in Book No. 2999 at Page 184 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina on November 18, 2014 at 1:00PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Burgaw, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 2291 Stag Park Road, Burgaw, NC 28425. Tax Parcel ID: 3239-75-6415-0000 Present Record Owners: Linda T. Youmans and Gordon S. Youmans. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. 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. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: 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. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)744-4444, 017367-00370 P1116562 #6670 11/6, 11/13/14

NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION GUILFORD COUNTY 14 CVS 4901 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION NORTH CAROLINA FARM BUREAU MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC., as subrogee of Patrick Gerard Tighe and Genna Susan Sherwood, Plaintiff, vs. ROBERT PAUL ALLEN, III and EMERSON GLENN MANUEL,

JR., Defendants TO: Robert Paul Allen, III 9976 Sidburry Road, Wilmington, North Carolina 28411 TAKE NOTICE that a Complaint seeking relief against you was filed in the above-entitled action on April 17, 2014. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Defendant Robert Paul Allen, III is liable to Plaintiff as a result of a motor vehicle accident that occurred on or about July 7, 2012 in Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina. As a result of Defendant Robert Paul Allen, III’s negligence, Defendant Robert Paul Allen, III, is liable to Plaintiff for an amount in excess of $25,000.00. You are required to make defense to such pleading within forty (40) days after the date of the first publication of this Notice, October 30, 2014, being the first date of publication, and upon your failure to do so, the parties seeking service against you will reply to the Court for the relief sought. This 24th day of October, 2014. Paul D. Coates Lenneka H. Feliciano PINTO COATES KYRE & BOWERS, PLLC 3203 Brassfield Road Greensboro, NC 27410 Telephone: (336) 282-8848 Facsimile: (336) 282-8409 Attorneys for Plaintiffs #6662 10/30,11/6, 11/13/14 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 14SP242 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY PAUL TIMOTHY ADAMS DATED FEBRUARY 13, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 3578 AT PAGE 157 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 10:00AM on November 25, 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: BEGINNING at a stake in the western line of McRae Street 120 feet from the southern line of Satchwell Street and funning thence a Westernly direction parallel with Satchwell Street 181.5 feet to an alley; thence with said alley S 16-30 E 120 feet; thence in an Easterly direction parallel with Satchwell Street 181.5 feet to the western line of McRae Street; thence with the western line of McRae Street N 16-30 W 120 feet to the Beginning, containing 1/2 acre And Being more commonly known as: 305 South Mcrae St, Burgaw, NC 28425 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Paul T. Adams A/K/A Paul Timothy Adams. 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 effec-

tive date of the termination. The date of this Notice is November 5, 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/ 14-063817 #6686 11/13, 11/20/14 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 27 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Tommy R. Turner and Myra C. Turner (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): Tommy Ray Turner and Myra C. Turner) to Jeffery L. Tuttle, Trustee(s), dated the 7th day of December, 2000, and recorded in Book 1646, Page 20, 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 November 18, 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 46 of Meadowland Estates as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 23, at Page 42 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which map is made for a more complete and accurate description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 52 Meadow Lark Court, Burgaw, 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. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1120136 (FC.FAY) #6665 11/6, 11/13/14

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Record Owners: God’s Divine Prayer Tabernacle II Address of Property: 230 W O Johnston Ave Rocky Point, NC 28457 Deed of Trust: Book : B4259 Page: P0113 Dated: May 17, 2013 Grantors: God’s Divine Prayer Tabernacle II Original Beneficiary: Secured Investment High Yield Fund, LLC CONDITIONS OF SALE: Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents (45¢) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1). This sale is made subject to all unpaid taxes and superior liens or encumbrances of record and assessments, if any, against the said property, and any recorded leases. This sale is also subject to any applicable county land transfer tax, and the successful third party bidder shall be required to make payment for any such county land transfer tax. A cash deposit of 5% of the purchase price will be required at the time of the sale. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in North Carolina General Statutes Section 45-21.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. Residential real property with less than 15 rental units: 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 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. Philip A. Glass, Substitute Trustee Nodell, Glass & Haskell, L.L.P. Property Address: 230 W O Johnston Ave, Rocky Point, NC 28457 Legal Description: Located in Topsail Township, Pender County, North Carolina adjacent to and East of the Eastern Edge of W.O. Johnston Ave and being more fully described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a spike driven through the top of a 24 inch corrugated metal pipe for the waters of Spring Branch to cross under W.O. Johnston Avenue, said spike being at the Eastern end of said pipe and said spike being located North 01 degree 50 minutes West 1398.20 feet from a take point located in the intersection of the centerline of Secondary Road No. 1002 with the Eastern edge of the W.O. Johnston Avenue extended and said tack point being located 0.5 miles Westwardly along Secondary Road No. 1002 from its intersection with Secondary Road No. 1573; and running thence, from the Beginning, so located, with the Eastern edge of the above said Johnston Avenue South 01 degree 50 minutes East 400 feet to an old subsurface iron pipe inline; thence, with an old marked line North 88 degrees 10 minutes East 550.02 feet to an old iron pipe inline; thence, with an old marked line North 01 degree 50 minutes 37 seconds West 650.87 feet to an old iron pipe in the run of Spring Branch; thence, up the run of Spring Branch as it meanders in a Westwardly direction with the following being traverse courses and distances from point to point along or near said run; South 37 degrees 17 minutes 58 seconds West 57.40 feet, South 62 degrees 57 minutes 32 seconds West 86.56 feet, South 40 degrees 00 minutes 14 seconds West 42.59 feet, North 86 degrees 09 minutes 10 seconds West 65.40 feet, North 47 degrees 23 minutes 49 seconds West 72.78 feet, South 57 degrees 05 minutes 35 seconds West 69.46 feet North 82 degrees 19 minutes 01 second West 53.80 feet, South 03 degrees 54 minutes 08 seconds West 101.92 feet, North 84 degrees 25 minutes 34 seconds West 101.90 feet, South 19 degrees 45 minutes 47 seconds West 90.20 feet and North 84 degrees 58 minutes 34 seconds West 33.20 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 6.75 acres more or less and is surveyed by Thompson Surveying Co. P.A. of Burgaw, N.C. in September 1989. Together with the easement described as follows: Beginning at a tack in the centerline of S.R. #1002 at its intersection with the projection of the Eastern side of W.O. Johnston Avenue, said avenue intersecting S.R. #1002, 0.5 mile West of the intersection S.R.#1002 and S.R. #1573 as measured along the centerline of S.R. #1002; running NORTH CAROLINA thence from said beginning point with PENDER COUNTY the Eastern line of W.O. Johnston Special Proceedings Avenue, North 1 degree 50 minutes No. 14 SP 217 West 998.20 feet to an iron pipe, Substitute Trustee: the Southwest corner of a tract conPhilip A. Glass veyed from Riley W. Riggs to Roy J. NOTICE OF Riggs to Roy J. Riggs and wife, Eva FORECLOSURE SALE Date of Sale: November 20, 2014 L. Riggs, by deed recorded in Book 460 at Page 12 of the Pender County Time of Sale: 11:30 a.m. Place of Sale: Pender County Registry; running thence with the Roy J. Riggs and wife, Eva L. Riggs, Courthouse Description of Property: See At- southern line, North 88 degrees 10 minutes East 18.00 feet to a point tached Description

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by George Amox and Winifred Amox (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): George N. Amox and Winifred Amox) to CB Services Corp., Trustee(s), dated the 12th day of August, 2005, and recorded in Book 2746, Page 006, 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 November 18, 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 that certain parcel of land and all improvements now or hereafter located thereon, lying and being in Pender County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 260 of Olde Point Development as the same is shown on a map thereof recorded in Map Book 13 at Page 69 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at Lot 260 Ravenswood Road, 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. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1144059 (FC.FAY) #6664 11/6, 11/13/14

in said line; running thence parallel with W.O. Johnston Avenue, South 1 degree 50 minutes East 991.24 feet to a point in the centerline of S.R. #1002; running thence with the centerline of S.R. #1002 South 67 degrees 01 minute West 19.30 feet to the Beginning and being a portion of the lands conveyed to Riley W. Riggs by Melvina Riggs, by deed recorded in Book 358 at Page 8 of the Pender County Registry and being on the extreme Western side of said Riley W. Riggs tract with the above bearings magnetic to February, 1973. Tax Parcel Number: 3263-718534-0000 #6671 11/6, 11/13/14 14 SP 213 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 Charles Richardson and Frances B. Mehurg to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated August 28, 2003 and recorded on September 8, 2003 in Book 2213 at Page 107, 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 November 25, 2014 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Tract #1 Beginning at a point located North 03 degrees 00 minutes East 44.69 feet from a P.K. nail in the centerline of N.C. #210 (a 60 foot right of way) said P.K. nail being located South 72 degrees 19 minutes West 113.73 feet from the intersection of said centerline with the centerline of the S.C.L. Railroad ( a 130 foot right of way) running thence, from said beginning point South 86 degrees 47 minutes 30 seconds West 285.70 feet to a point in an old ditch; thence, along said ditch North 03 degrees 00 minutes West 66 feet or to a point; thence, along another old ditch North 86 degrees 47 minutes 30 seconds East 285.70 feet to a point; thence South 03 degrees 00 minutes East 66.0 feet to the point of beginning containing 0.43 acres more or less. Being all of that tract described in Book 504, Page 117 and part of that tract described in Book 163, Page 264 of the Pender County Registry. Tract #2 Beginning at a point in the North line of N. C. Highway #210 ( a 60 foot right of way) , said point being located North 3 degrees and 0 minutes West 31.01 feet from a P.K. nail in the centerline of N.C. Highway #210 which is located South 72 degrees 19 minutes West 113.73 feet from the intersection of said centerline with the centerline of the S.C.L. Railroad (a 130 foot right of way); running thence, from said beginning and along the North line of N.C. Highway #210 South 72 degrees 19 minutes West 194.49 feet to a point; thence South 71 degrees 10 minutes West 101.41 feet to a point; thence, leaving said North line, and along an old ditch North 03 degrees 00 minutes West 89.60 feet to a point; thence, North 86 degrees 47 minutes 30 seconds East 285.70 feet to a point; thence South 03 degrees 00 minutes East 13.68 feet to the point of beginning containing 0.33 acres more or less. Being all of that tract described in Book 430, Page 57 of the Pender County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 14230 NC Highway 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTYFIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Charles Clark Richardson and wife, Frances B. Mehurg. 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. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Attorneys for Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 14-18792-FC01 #6677 11/13, 11/20/14 Pender County Burgaw, NC Pender Commerce Park WWTP – Phase 2 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed Bids for the construction of the Pender Commerce Park WWTP – Phase 2 will be received, by Pender County, in the Public Assembly Room, 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC, 28425 until 3:00 p.m. local time on December 18th, 2014, at which time the Bids received will be “publicly” opened and read. The Project consists of the construction of screening and grit removal facilities, moving bed biofilm reactors (MBBR), submerged fixed film reactors (SFFR), circular clarifiers, tertiary filters, UV disinfection, effluent pumping station, aerobic digestion and all associated electrical, controls and yard piping. Owner is furnishing MBBR, SFFR, clarifier and filter equipment for Contractor installation as described in the Bidding Documents. Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be lump sum and unit price basis as indicated in the Bid Form. Only Contractor’s that were approved pre-qualified through the Pender County Utilities solicitation “Wastewater Treatment Plant – Phase 2, Project Specific Contractor Prequalification Application, Request for Qualifications” which was duly published on Sept. 10, 2014 and closed on Oct. 3, 2014 can submit bids for this project. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: McKim & Creed, Inc., 243 N. Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, Jamie Mabe Fitzsimmons, 910-343-1048, jfitzsimmons@mckimcreed.com. Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents beginning November 13th, 2014, at the Issuing Office on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 9AM – 4PM, and may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below. Bidding Documents may also be examined beginning November 13th, 2014, at Carolinas Plan Room, 2527 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401; online at Carolinas AGC www.cagc.org; and the office of the Engineer, McKim & Creed, Inc., 243 N. Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, Jamie Mabe Fitzsimmons on Mondays through Fridays between the hours of 9AM – 4PM. Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office during the hours indicated above. Bidding Documents are available on compact disc (as portable document format (PDF) files for a non-refundable charge of $100.00, including shipping via overnight express service. Alternatively, printed Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office either via in-person pick-up or via mail, upon Issuing Office’s receipt of payment for the Bidding Documents. The non-refundable cost of printed Bidding Documents is $300.00 per set, payable to “McKim & Creed, Inc.”, plus a non-refundable shipping charge. Upon Issuing Office’s receipt of payment, printed Bidding Documents will be sent via the prospective Bidder’s delivery method of choice; the shipping charge will depend on the shipping method chosen. The date that the Bidding Documents are transmitted by the Issuing Office will be considered the prospective Bidder’s date of receipt of the Bidding Documents. Partial sets of Bidding Documents will not be available from the Issuing Office. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. The U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration is providing partial funding ($2,275,000) for this project (EDA Investment No. 04-01-06919). Bidders must comply with the EDA “Supplemental General Conditions” and additional instructions included in the project bid documents/specifications.

Additional project grant participation includes a $400,000 GoldenLeaf Foundation Economic Catalyst; a $500,000 Rural Economic Development Division - NC Department of Commerce Economic Infrastructure Grant, and a $750,000 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant – Economic Development grant. The project is partially funded through a $750,000 Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Economic Development grant administered by the Commerce Finance Center, North Carolina Department of Commerce. Pender County is an equal opportunity employer. Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) including small, female, minority and Section 3 firms are encouraged to submit bids and to be utilized by contractors and subcontractors. This notice is available in Spanish or any other language upon request. Please contact Michael G. Mack, Director (910) 259-1570, 605 Fremont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 for accommodations for this request. Este aviso está disponible en español o en cualquier otro idioma bajo petición. Por favor, Michael G. Mack, Director (910) 259-1570, or at 605 Fremont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 póngase en contacto con de alojamiento para esta solicitud. A pre-bid conference will be held at 3:00 PM local time on November 20th, 2014 at the Pender County Administrative Building, in the Public Assembly Room, located at 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is highly encouraged but is not mandatory. Owner: Pender County Utilities By: Michael Mack Title: Director Date: November 13, 2014 #6678 11/13/14

per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 7A-308(a)(1). Please be advised that the Clerk of Superior Court may issue an order for possession of the property pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving this notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of such rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS”. Neither the Substitute Trustee nor the holder of the promissory note secured by the deed of trust being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representatives of either the Substitute Trustee or the holder of the promissory note make any representation of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. This the 28th day of October, 2014. MARK T. ADERHOLD, Substitute Trustee 2596 Reynolda Road, Suite C Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27106 (336) 723-3530 #6681 11/13, 11/20/14

NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 14-SP-180 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF KELLY ROSS HOWE and ANGELA ROSE HOWE, Grantor, To MARK T. ADERHOLD, ESQUIRE Substitute Trustee, AS RECORDED IN BOOK 1156 AT PAGE 330 OF THE PENDER PUBLIC REGISTRY. NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by KELLY ROSS HOWE and ANGELA ROSE HOWE, dated August 2, 1996, and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds in Book 1156 at Page 330, and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out or perform the stipulations and agreements therein contained and pursuant to the demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court entered in this foreclosure proceeding, the undersigned, MARK T. ADERHOLD, Substitute Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on the 21st day of November, 2014 at 1:00 PM at the door of the Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina, the real property described as follows (including permanent structures, if any, and any other improvements attached to the real property including any mobile home or manufactured home, whether single wide or double wide, located thereon): BEING ALL of Lot 48, Pine Oaks Estates, as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 22, Page 141 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which is hereby made for a more particular description. The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, restrictions and easements of record and assessments, if any. The record owner of the above described real property as reflected on the records of the Pender County Register of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this Notice is KELLY ROSS HOWE. Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes Section 45-21.10, and the terms of the Deed of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to deposit with the Substitute Trustee immediately upon conclusion of the sale a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5.0%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders to him a deed for the property or attempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in North Carolina General Statutes Sections 45-21.30(d) and (e). In the event the property owner(s) file a bankruptcy petition prior to the expiration of the 10-day upset bid period, an automatic stay of the foreclosure sale will be imposed in accordance with the Bankruptcy Code (11 U.S.C. § 362) and the bidder must pursue relief through the bankruptcy court. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents ($0.45)

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF WILLIAM ANDREW CULLINS 14 E 341 All persons, firms and corporations having claims against William Andrew Cullins, deceased, are notified to exhibit them to William Andrew Cullins, Jr., Co-Executor of the decedent’s estate, on or before February 14, 2015 at 62 Thornton Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Co-Executor. William Andrew Cullins, Jr., CoExecutor Estate of William Andrew Cullins c/o Mark I. Nunalee BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #6682 11/13, 11/20, 11/27,12/4/14

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF BONNYE WALKER 14 E 289 Having qualified as the Executor of the Estate of Bonnye Walker, 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 13th day of February, 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms and corporation indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 13th day of November, 2014. Kerr Walker Executor of the Estate of Bonnye Walker c/o Lawrence S. Boehling Attorney at Law P.O. Box 1416 Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-3334 #6683 11/13, 11/20, 11/27,12/4/14 State of North Carolina County of Pender In the general Court of Justice Superior Court Division 14 E 323 Notice to Creditors and Debtors Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Betty Russell Parker deceased of Pender County, this notice is to notify all persons having claims against the Estate of said decedent, Betty Russell Parker to present any such claims to the undersigned on or before February 27, 2015 at PO Box 212, Surf City, NC 28445 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. This the 12th day of November, 2014 Donald W. Parker Executor PO Box 2122 Surf City, NC 28445 #6687 11/13, 11/20, 11/27,12/4/14

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Section C

Living

{Come in, relax, paint and enjoy yourself}

Hot Mess Studios

By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer

Hot Mess Studios, located in Hampstead, offers an extensive variety of creative options for artists and would-be artists of all ages. Visitors can participate in activities such as pottery painting, mosaic creations, canvas classes and workshops in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Hot Mess is also involved in plenty of charitable work in the community. Owner Andrea Jacquot first moved to Hampstead from Connecticut in 1988. When her youngest child started kindergarten, she began looking for something to do. She wanted to bring a new business to Hampstead - something for families to do without having to drive to Wilmington. While in Connecticut, her mother had converted an old chicken coop in her backyard into a studio where the ladies in the community would come to paint ceramics. This concept is what sparked Andrea’s idea for Hot Mess. “We started with more family and community in mind than we did dollar signs,” said Andrea. “It’s kind of a hobby for us. Your motivation can’t be money. If your heart isn’t in it, then why do it?” Hot Mess offers a range of engaging opportunities at affordable rates on different days. Sunday is Family Paint Day from 3-5 p.m. The step-by-step artistinstructed canvas class requires no level of skill and is family-friendly. Complimentary popcorn and drinks are provided, and both kids and adults can choose from a variety of canvas sizes. Paint-A-Story is held every Thursday and Friday at 10 a.m. The cost is $5 per person, and all ages are invited to attend. After reading a fun and captivating short story, participants paint a character from the book. Parents can also enjoy the free Wi-Fi and coffee bar during that time. Ladies night is every Friday night from 7-11 p.m. Ladies can enjoy live music, giveaways, and ladies night only sales. During that time, adult beverages are welcome for guests who are 21 and older. Every Saturday night is date night from 7-11 p.m., when visitors can purchase items at a buy one get one half off discount. Kids ages 4-9 years-old are invited to attend the Kids Club on Friday and Saturday nights, as well. Parents can choose to relax and paint during that time or drop off the kids and have

a night on the town. Older kids can attend the Mess Club, complete with an artist-instructed canvas painting class. Reservations are required for these activities, and pizza, popcorn and drinks are provided. Belinda Jones went to a painting session on a Saturday night, and decided to bring her son. “ H e h a d a n

awes o m e time painting with kids and I painted with the class of adults,” she said. “We brought goodies to snack on and had such a blast. Hot Mess Studios is a favorite place to go for our family.” In addition to these scheduled workshops, Hot Mess offers cake decorating, wreathmaking, and jewelry-making classes. Reservations can also be made for collaborative paintings, birthday parties and other events. Yet another option is Mobile Mess, where the artists come to you. Their mobile option is available for canvas, pottery, mosaic and cake decorating. Artist Sarah Roberson helps with

classes as well as mobile events. Sarah said, “I like teaching kids the thing that I love. It makes me happy – that’s my motivation,” said art teacher Sarah Roberson. After moving to Hampstead four months ago, Pamela Toth was checking out the shops in Hampstead when she noticed Hot Mess. She decided to stop in, and was fascinated with the place. T o

the l e f t was a c a nv a s painting area - something she always wanted to try, and to the right were several shelves of bisque ceramics, ready to paint. She described how the kids can make a stuffed animal by filling it with stuffing and adding an outfit, and that there is an area to make candles. “The great thing is you can paint your ceramics and leave them until you are able to return to finish, thus leaving my kitchen table free,” said Pamela. “I have taken two painting classes, and I couldn’t draw a straight line. The first one, the artist drew my picture and I painted it. The second one, I got brave and

drew myself. I learned the nice thing about painting on the canvas is you can repaint if you don’t like your first, second or third attempt. It was amazing to see the variations of completed paintings during and after the class. The owners are wonderful. Andrea and her mother were welcoming from the moment I stepped through the door. I think this is a great place to go and enjoy meeting others and explore my artistic abilities.” Melissa Wilson, another customer, is a classroom volunteer coordinator for her children’s classes. She recently helped students create collaborative projects to be used for a silent auction, which was a school fundraiser. She has also visited Hot Mess on other occasions. “Andrea helped me come up with some really great ideas,” said Melissa. “She’s so sweet, laid back and charming, I wouldn’t be surprised if people went just to hang out with her.” Andrea is still looking for the perfect place for the studio. Her goal is to open a smaller studio in Wilmington and have one in Hampstead, as well. She said she’s trying to find a balance between affordability and sustainability in a small town. “We do things a little outside the box. You have to keep changing things and remember there are different strokes for different folks,” Andrea said. Andrea’s mother is affectionately known as “Grammy Carrots” around the studio, a name granted by one of her grandchildren. Her dog, Sebastian, is her sidekick and comes to hang out at Hot Mess, as well. “We’re really the only show in town. A big draw to this place is that it’s so laid back. You’re supposed to come in and relax, paint and enjoy yourself. We want it to be a home away from home,” said Grammy. Hot Mess Studios is located at 14711 Highway 17 North in Hampstead, Suite 1, at the blinking light at Peanut Road. Visit their website at HotMessStudios.com or find them on Facebook for a complete schedule. You can also contact them at (910) 386-7699 or by emailing HotMessStudios@hotmail.com.

Religion

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Believe it or not we are once again well into the â&#x20AC;&#x153;holiday season.â&#x20AC;? This is my favorite time of the year, mainly because Thanksgiving and Christmas point people to God. Most people will agree that Christmas is certainly about God because it celebrates God condescending and coming to Earth. But many never direct their Thanksgiving to anyone in particular â&#x20AC;&#x201C; rather itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simply a time to be thankful. But I ask, thankful to whom? Here is what a few wellknown people have to say about Thanksgiving, Be thankful for what you have; youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have, you will never, ever have enough. Oprah Winfrey Thanksgiving is Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s national chow-down feast, the one occasion each year when gluttony becomes a patriotic duty. Michael Dresser A thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue, but the parent of all the other virtues. Cicero While there may be truth in these quotes, there is one major thing missing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; none of them say to whom we should be thankful. Psalm 100 is such an amazing song and so very appropriate for this time of year, but one thing stood out to me as I read it again recently. The Psalm is not about merely giving thanks. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about giving thanks to our Creator, the one whose grace is far

greater than any man could ever imagine. Notice how God is the centerpiece in this beautiful tapestry. Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth! Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing! Know that the LORD, he is God! It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! For the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations. Psalm 100 1-5 (ESV) I am saddened when I think of how general and pointless my thanksgiving has been at times, especially when I consider how God set forth in motion the redemption of man through His Son Jesus. It was through the sacrifice of Jesus that we have hope of eternal life. My thanksgiving should be directed toward Him! Upon reading Psalm 100, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clear that our thanksgiving should be directed to one in particular â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that being the sovereign, gracious God. Cornelius Plantinga Jr. was unerringly correct when he said, It must be an odd feeling to be thankful to nobody in particular. Christians in public institutions often see this odd thing happening on Thanksgiving Day. Everyone in the institution seems to be thankful in general. It is very strange. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little like being married in general. Of course, we are not, nor can we be married in general â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that perverts the meaning and purpose of marriage en-

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my thanks and gratitude to the only deserving One whose faithfulness endures through all generations. Happy Thanksgiving.

Sunday Nov. 16 s&ULL 'OSPEL #HRISTIAN #HURCH of Burgaw, Pastor Javon Hankins, will be celebrating 44th annual Holy Convocation Nov. 16-21. Services begin at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located at 307 South Vann Street, Burgaw. Saturday Nov. 22 s4HE 0ROVIDENCE "APTIST #HURCH 7-5 IS sponsoring a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coats for the Coatlessâ&#x20AC;? day ON .OV FROM A M UNTIL P M &REE coats will be available in the fellowship hall behind the church. The address is 406 East Ocean Road, Holly Ridge. Call 910-329-6051 for more information.

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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.

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Pastor Judy Jeremias Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

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Chinese Five-Spice Powder recipes

Hope’s Cooking Corner

During the past four years, every so often, I have used a very flavorful and delightful spice called Five Spice powder in some of my recipes. This spice collection is very tasty and adds a new essence of flavor to your recipes. It has a warm, spicy-sweet flavor and can be used with roasted meats, stir fries, as well as cakes, cookies, pies, and a variety of other recipes. It is a combination of anise, cinnamon, star anise, cloves, and ginger. The spice is especially nice in pumpkin pie or sweet potato bread. Here are some recipes that taste very nice with this spice. Enjoy. Whole wheat pumpkin pancakes with chocolate chips 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon Chinese FiveSpice powder or pinch of nutmeg and allspice ½ teaspoon baking soda Pinch of salt 1 cup milk or half and half ½ cup pumpkin puree 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2/3 cup chocolate chips Maple syrup Whipped cream, if desired

In a bowl whisk together flours, baking powder, cinnamon, Five Spice, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl whisk together until smooth, milk or half and half, pumpkin, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Stir into flour mixture and combine well. Fold in chocolate chips. In a large skillet grease the bottom and heat on medium until hot. In batches, by ¼ cupfuls of batter, pour batter into pan spreading each to a 3½-inch circle. Cook 2-3 minutes or until bubbly and edges are dry. Turn and cook two minutes or until golden. Remove from skillet and keep warm in a 250-degree oven. When ready to serve drizzle with syrup, and if desired, add whipped cream. Kale and Brussels sprouts with beans and mandarin oranges salad Serves about 4-6. This salad is a combination of many tastes and textures. 1 large bunch Tuscan kale, ribs removed and leaves thinly sliced 8 ounces Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 garlic cloves, minced then smashed Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1/3 cup toasted walnuts or pecans 4 ounces Pepper Jack cheese, cubed 1 can chilled Mandarin orange sections, drained Candied Chinese Five-Spice Bacon (optional) In a large salad bowl (I

use a clear glass bowl to show how pretty this salad is.), toss together sliced kale and sliced Brussels sprouts. In another small bowl whisk together lemon juice, orange juice, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper, to taste. Whisk in olive oil. Toss dressing with kale mixture. Stir in cannellini beans and Pepper Jack cheese cubes; toss mixture again. When ready to serve toss in Mandarin orange sections and top with toasted walnuts. Sprinkle with candied bacon, if desired. Slow cooker baked stuffed apples 6 apples, Gala, McIntosh, or other cooking apple ¼ teaspoon Chinese FiveSpice powder or ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 tablespoons butter, softened ¼ cup brown sugar 1/3 cup dark raisins or dried cranberries ½ cup pecans, finely chopped ¾ cup apple cider or apple juice Heavy cream, if desired Trim apple bottoms off apples by ¼-inch so they sit flat. Core seeds out of center of apples, do not go through the bottom. Place in a slow cooker. In a bowl combine together brown sugar, Five-Spice, butter, raisins, and pecans, mix to combine well. Stuff this mixture into cored centers of apples. Pour apple cider around apples. Cover slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until apples are tender. Serve warm with heavy cream, if desired. Candied Chinese Five-Spice bacon 8 slices of thick sliced smoked slab bacon ¼ cup honey 1 teaspoon Chinese Five-Spice powder Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange bacon slices in a single layer on a foil lined 15x10x1-

inch baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes or until bacon edges begin to curl. Remove pan from oven. Carefully drain drippings into a glass measuring cup. Set aside. Microwave honey and Chinese Five-Spice in a small microwavable bowl on high for 30 seconds, stirring after 15 seconds. Brush bacon with honey mixture. Bake 10 minutes longer or until bacon is browned and crisp. Carefully drain any additional drippings into measuring cup. Cool bacon on wire rack. Break into bite-size pieces. Pork chops and apples with Chinese Five-Spice 4 boneless pork loin chops 2 tablespoons butter ½ teaspoon Chinese Five-Spice powder Pinch of salt 1 large Granny Smith green apple or McIntosh apple, cored and sliced into half inch slices 2 garlic cloves, minced then smashed ¼ cup rice vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 medium sweet onion cut into small wedges In a large skillet heat butter on medium high. Season pork chops with five-spice powder and a pinch of salt. Sauté pork chops for five minutes or until browned turning once. Transfer to a plate. Sauté onion wedges in skillet until lightly browned, add more butter if needed. Remove and add to plate with pork chops. Add sliced apples to skillet and cook, stirring for 3-5 minutes; remove and put on a plate. Stir into skillet garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar; cook stirring until simmering. Return pork chops and onions to skillet, cook 2-3 minutes or until cooked through. Stir in apples, cook heating through. Serve hot.

Kiwanis Park Turkey Trot and Pasta Dinner The annual Hampstead Kiwanis Park Turkey Trot, a 8K, two-mile and half mile Kid’s Sprint, will be held at the park Nov. 22, at 9 a.m. This is a great event for families and all who love to run or walk. Visit Its-GoTime.com or HampsteadKiwanisPark.com to get more info on how to register for the race. All proceeds go to improving the Hampstead Kiwanis Park. Packet pick-up will be at the pre-race pasta dinner Nov. 21 from 5-7 p.m., at the Hampstead Women’s Club Community Building, or on race day. Pasta Dinners are $6 for adults, $4 for children. For more infor mation, contact race coordinator Patricia Homa, Kiwanis Club of Hampstead, at 616-5195. Poinsettias and wreath fundraiser for Cub Scout Pack 270 Cub Scout Pack 270 is selling poinsettias and wreaths to raise funds for pack activities. The poinsettias come in red, pink, white, and marble colors and three sizes – six, eight, and 10-inch plants. They will be delivered Nov. 24-25 to enjoy through the holiday season. The poinsettias are priced

from $9 to $17. The wreaths will be available the first week of December and prices range from $23 to $39. Large orders for churches or civic groups are welcome. No order is too large or small. Contact a member of Pack 270 or call cubmaster Tim Holloman at 333.5933 or assistant cubmaster Mark Lobel at 903.2813 to place an order. Donation needed for library benefit fundraiser Donations needed for library fundraiser The Friends of Pender County Library in Burgaw will hold their next gently used sale Dec. 13 from 8:30 until noon. The sale will help raise funds that have become vital in times of local and state government cuts to the library. Donations of certain gently used items in good condition are now needed. This year two separate sales, ladies purses and holiday decorations, are being combined into one big event. Items in both categories are needed. Donations of ladies purses, pocketbooks, tote bags, thermal lunch bags, and even luggage are needed. Donations of holiday items such as ornaments, wreaths, artificial trees, all manner of indoor and window decorations, and yard and porch

ornaments are also needed. Donations of puzzles are also requested. “As you pull out your decorations this year and find items you no longer use, but are too good to throw away, please consider donating to help the library. The same applies to ladies purses and bags that can accumulate not used,” said event chair Sandy Blake. “So please help the library by donating these items you no longer need, then come to the library early Dec. 13 to shop for new treasures at bargain prices,” she said. Donations are being welcomed now through Dec. 12 at the Pender County Public Library in Burgaw located at 103 S. Cowan St. For more information please call 2591234. Veterans’ grief groups Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter honors the heroes of the nation’s armed forces and is offering free veterans grief groups. The veterans group discusses grief and loss from personal and military perspectives. This workshop is 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Topsail Senior Center, 20959 Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. Registration is required. To register, contact Melinda McKeon at 910-796-7991 or e m a i l M e l i n d a . M cke o n @

lcfh.org. When leaving a message, please leave your name, phone number and indicate the specific program you wish to attend. Sessions are free. Donations are appreciated. Additional groups will form throughout the year. Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter is a nonprofit agency that provides healthcare and comfort to people with advanced illnesses; support and counseling to families; and education to the community in Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, Onslow and Pender counties. For more infor mation, visit www.lcfh.org or facebook.com/lcfhospice. Surf City youth basketball Registration is now underway for the Surf City youth basketball league. Surf City Youth Basketball starts at age 4 with a U-6 Division that practices and plays on Friday nights, Other divisions are U-6, U-8 and 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. For Surf City Youth Basketball, the cost is $30 for U-6 and $40 for the other divisions. For more information call

By Hope Cusick Contributing Writer

Community News & Events

Thursday, November 13 •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. Friday November 14 •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. Wednesday November 19 •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. •The Coastal Pender Rotary Club meets each Wednesday at 12:30 p.m. at Christopher’s Old Point Country Club 513 Country Club Drive Hampstead. Thursday, November 20 •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. •Village of St. Helena council meets Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the town hall. Friday November 21 •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. •The Hampstead Kiwanis Club will sponsor a pasta dinner from 5-7 p.m. at the Hampstead Women’s Club Community Building. Dinners are $6 for adults, $7 for children. Saturday November 22 •The annual Hampstead Kiwanis Park Turkey Trot, a 8K, twomile and half mile Kid’s Sprint, will be held at the park Nov. 22, at 9 a.m. This is a great event for families and all who love to run or walk. Visit Its-Go-Time.com or HampsteadKiwanisPark.com to get more info on how to register for the race •Christmas tree lighting at Soundside Park in Surf City. Activities begin at 6 p.m. Friday November 28 •Christmas tree lighting in Burgaw on the Courthouse Square 6 p.m. •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. Saturday November 29 •Christmas tree lighting in Topsail Beach, 6:30 p.m. Saturday December 6 •Topsail Beach Christmas parade 11 a.m. Tuesday December 9 • 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. Saturday December 13 •Breakfast with Santa 8-10 a.m. Surf City Community Center. •Burgaw Christmas parade, 6 p.m.

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