Post & Voice 12.4.14

Arts Center Open House The Pender County Arts Council will hold an open house Dec. 6 at the new arts center in Burgaw. Read more about it on page 3A.

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Winter sports Winter is not officially here, but the high school winter sports season has begun. Basketball and wrestling are underway.

Read about it in on page 1B.

Thursday, December 4, 2014

Volume 44, No.10

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Randell Woodruff comes to Pender from Beaufort County

Pender board hires new county manager

By Andy Pettigrew and Tammy Proctor Post & Voice Staff Writers After weeks of searching for a new county manager, the Pender County commissioners hired Randell Woodruff, the current Beaufort County manager.

“I’m familiar with the region and I used to go to the beaches there a lot. I’m looking forward to working with the commissioners and the community,” Woodruff said. “It’s a great place. There is a lot going on in Pender County. The future is going to be a busy one.”

Woodruff says county finances are a priority “There is nothing more important that county government does than oversee finances. You have

No Christmas lights in the Courthouse magnolias

to be on top of that and you have to have good, strong finance people to oversee that and work with the manager,” Woodruff said.

Commissioner Jimmy Tate noted Woodruff is a graduate of Barton College and has an MPA from Old Dominion. “He is highly qualified.

I asked about his working relationship with education entities in the county, especially higher education, because that is important for economic development. He is very involved with a number of local civic organizations.”

Commission Chairman David Williams said the board was looking for a new manager with a strong financial management background.

“He has good experience dealing with finances. He has the experience to remain calm and objective

dealing with controversial issues.

I think he will make sure all board members are treated equally,” Williams said. “I think he will be a good conduit between employees, the department heads, and the board.

He will represent the county and the board well.”

Williams says all five commissioners were in favor of hiring Woodruff.

“That is a good feeling. You always like to see it when all commissioners agree. I hope that sends a good message,” Williams said. “One of the first things he will be doing is getting a new finance director and start working on the budget.”

Woodruff will be paid $145,000 per year. He will receive health, disability and life insurance, as well as vacation and paid sick leave. There

is no travel expense included in the financial package.

Woodruff will be paid more than his predecessors. Rick Benton was paid $125,000, and Dr. Mickey Duvall was paid 116,260. The figures for both Benton and Duvall included $10,000 auto expense.

By comparison, New Hanover’s county manager’s salary is $175,000, Onslow County’s manager makes $156,000, and the Burnswick County manager is paid $175,862.

In the contract presented Monday night by the commissioners, Woodruff will receive up to $6,000 in moving expenses. Woodruff can have temporary housing until his home sells in Beaufort County.

Residency in Pender County will be

Continued on page 2A

Christmas celebration in Burgaw

Pender will display ‘In God We Trust’ motto

By Tammy Proctor Post & Voice Staff Writer

Lights need to be replaced, no money for it this season

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher The colorful Christmas lights which usually light up the magnolia trees around the Pender County Courthouse won’t be twinkling this Christmas, according to Burgaw Town Manager Chad McEwen.

The lights are in bad repair and won’t burn, and there is no money in the town budget to replace them.

“Those lights are in really bad shape. There are two sets in the trees that don’t work,” McEwen said. “A lot of them had to be restrung last year and the town spent a lot of time last year working on them. We estimate in man-hours alone a cost of 40-60 hours to restring all four of the magnolia trees, plus several thousand dollars in new lights. The old lights need to come off and we need to start over.”

McEwen said the town, after talking with county officials, decided to not light the magnolia trees this year.

“We are considering lighting a few of the oak trees that are located near existing electrical outlets. The smaller oaks, not the 70-foot trees. The ones that we have planted in the past few years,” said McEwen.

The lights in the magnolias are left in the trees year-round, which causes quicker deterioration of the lights.

“Wind and other conditions are not gentle on those lights during the year. Over time, those lights sitting out in the weather take a beating,” said McEwen. “We spend a lot of money on Christmas decorations and that was not something we budgeted for this year.

Randell Woodruff

Staff photos by Andy Pettigrew

Morgan and Lillie Hansen decorate Christmas cookies at the Burgaw Bakery Nov. 28 while bakery owner Monique Kirby brings more cookies. It was part of the activities at the Burgaw Christmas tree lighting. T.J. and Savannah Wentz and Coble Pollock (right) enjoyed cookies outside the bakery.

See more photos of the event on Facebook.

Tate to revive Council on Community Affairs Group seeks unity across the county

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher A group that has been largely inactive for some time is going to see new life, according to Pender County commissioner Jimmy Tate.

The Council on Community Affairs, which began several years ago during Tate’s tenure as chairman of the county commissioners, replaced the old Human Relations Committee.

“We are trying to unite Pender County to be one as much as possible. I constantly

hear about the differences between the east and the west in Pender County. This group is designed to bridge the gap between the east and west,” Tate said. “We have people across the county that have unique talents and experiences and we want to bring this together to make things better for our schools, for business recruitment, and the quality of life in Pender County.”

Tate says the county has several auditoriums on both sides of the county he would like to see used.

“With the new Hampstead

Government annex auditorium, and the Penderlea School Auditorium, let’s open those up to community cultural events.

We could create a scholarship fund from ticket sales to go to support arts programs as well as students that want to excel in the arts.

“We have to make sure those with talent in our county are given an opportunity to express it without all the political, geographical, and racial divisions in the county. With this council, we are leaving all that out and seeking to make the county more prosperous.”

Jimmy Tate

Pender County commissioners joined 419 other municipalities across the nation who has opted to display the motto “In God We Trust.”

Commissioner George Brown brought the matter before the board during the Dec. 1 meeting. He cited multiple references to God in the U.S. Constitution, the North Carolina Preamble, and the Declaration of Independence.

“I think we need to get back to basics,” Brown said. “I think it is important.”

“It’s a fundamental concept of what our country was founded,” said David Piepmeyer, the newest member of the board of commissioners.

Brown asked Trey Thurman, the county’s attorney, his opinion. Thurman said the posting of “In God We Trust” in the public meeting area was not a violation of established policy. He said it was a free exercise of the First Amendment.

“We’re not imposing our religious beliefs, but showing respect for our own views,” said Jimmy Tate.

Fred McCoy was in support of posting the motto. “It’s time to stand up,” he said. “I’m strongly for it.”

“It’s pretty straightforward,” said Brown. “The precedent has been set.”

Thurman said objections to In God We Trust on U.S. currency have failed.

The board agreed unanimously to proceed with the posting of “In God We Trust” in the meeting room.

“I’d like to start our year off with those words,” said Brown, adding that he wanted nothing elaborate, just “simple and inexpensive.”

Interim county manager

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Arrest report Ernest Andrews, 37, 5658 Malpass Corner Road, Currie.

Misdemeanor probation violation. Released under $5,000 secured bond.

David Bannerman, 52, 608 E Whipping Lk, Watha. Child support (4 counts) Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office.

Released under $3,846.50 cash.

Steven Karl Bateman, 58, 158 Champion Drive, Hampstead.

Reckless driving to endanger, driving while impaired. Arrest

by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $1,400 secured bond.

Alan Blankenship, 44, 6253 Hwy 117, Rocky Point. Drive while license revoked, expired registration card/ tag, no operators vehicle no insurance. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond.

Jessica Brown, 36, 29 Tree top Ct., Hampstead. Simple assault. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $500 unsecured bond.

Sabrina Burnisky, 24, 216 Grovediere Lane, Hampstead. Misdemeanor probation violation. Released with no bond listed.

Angela Lynn Brickhouse Campbell, 50, 1164 Heading Bluff, Currie. Larceny/ concealment of merchandise. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed.

Julia Louise Croom, 34, 103 Autry Road, Burgaw. Child support. Incarcerated with no bond listed.

Cynthia Gail Davis, 41, 8517 US 117 Hwy, Willard. Unauthorized use of motor vehicle, simple worthless check, driving while impaired, reckless driving to endanger, false report to police station. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $11,000 secured bond.

Michael Blake Delacerda, 25, 6972 Hwy 117 N, Willard. Probation violation. Released under $25,000 secured bond.

Randy Keith Gelbhaar, 62, 81 Mary Slocum Road, Watha. Possession of marijuana, simple possession(3 counts), possession of drug paraphernalia (3 counts), possession with intent to sell, manufacture, deliver marijuana (2 counts), sell marijuana (3 counts), deliver marijuana (3 counts), manufacture marijuana (3 counts), maintain place for controlled substance (2 counts).

Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $25,000 secured bond.

Jonathon Lee Glisson, 24, 146 Copperhead Lane, Burgaw.

Larceny by Employee (8 counts), misdemeanor larceny (8 counts).Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $50,000 secured bond.

David Lawrence Grigg, Jr., 263 Hilltop Farm Road, Hampstead. Simple assault. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office.

Released under $500 secured bond.

Joseph Guyton, 52, 396 Oaks Plantation, Rocky Point. Open container after consuming alc cons alc passage area, driving while impaired. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $600 secured bond.

Darius Antonio Hicks, 26, 832 Hildwood Circle, Hampstead.

Misdemeanor probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $50,000 secured bond.

Brandi Amandi Laine Hoff, 27, 55 Michigan Avenue, Surf City. Misdemeanor probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated.

Herman Jeffrey Howell, 52, 850 Hoover Road, Hampstead.

Misdemeanor probation violation. Incarcerated with no bond listed.

Gabriel Alexander Hudson, 19, 620 Croombridge Rd, Burgaw.

Injury to personal property. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond.

Joshua Steven Jarman, 34, 81 Mill Creek Road, Hampstead.

Misdemeanor probation violation, possession marijuana (simple possession), possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest

by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated.

Clifton Nicholas Jenkins, 114 N 12 McRae Street, Burgaw.

Possession marijuana (simple possession), possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,200 secured bond.

Lorenzo Lisane, 55, 1455 Webbtown Road, Maple Hill. Child support (2 counts). Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office.

Released under $1,900 cash.

Antonio Demello Lofton, 32, 168 Kellyville Road, Rocky Point. Cyberstalking, driving while impaired, drive while license revoked not impaired rev, assault with a deadly weapon, communicating threats. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under a $12,000 secured bond.

Justin Errol Methvin, 25, 164 A Twin Oaks Drive, Hampstead. Drive while impaired, possession marijuana (simple possession), resisting, obstruct, and delay of officer. Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $1,000 secured bond.

Tracy Scott Parker, 43, 605 Hughes Road, Hampstead. Assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office.

Released with no bond listed.

Shawn Robert Prax, 27, 321 John Humphrey Road, 9, Burgaw.

Assault on female, interfere emergency communication. Arrest

by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $1,500 secured bond.

Douglas Scott Pruitt, Jr. 29, 3116 Hwy 210 West, Hampstead.

Fail to wear a seatbelt-driver, drive while license revoked, drive while impaired, drive while license revoked, misdemeanor probation violation out of county, possession drug paraphernalia, simple possession of schedule IV controlled substance, simple possession of schedule 2 controlled substance, possession prescription medicine outside the original container.

Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed.

Ishawn Lamar Ray, 29, 173 Oakey Branch Lane, Wallace.

Child support, drive while license revoked. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $1,740.72 cash, $800 secured bond.

Austin Robert Skaggs, 26, 2051 Crooked Run Road, Willard.

Misdemeanor probation violation (2 counts) Released under $4,000 secured bond.

Pender EMS & Fire Report

Pender welcomes new agricultural extension agents

Nov. 22-28 Total number of Patient Contacts: 163 Calls per station Burgaw Station 1 31 Sloop Point Station 14 24 Hampstead Station 16 24 Surf City Station 23 21 Topsail Beach Station 4 5 Union Station 5 16 Rocky Point Station 7 27 Maple Hill Station 8 2 Atkinson Station 9 11 Scott Hill Station 18 1 Hwy 421 South Station 29 1 Type of Calls Cancelled 20 Cancelled En-route 1 No patient Found 3 No treatment required 2 Refusals 47 Stand By 0 Transported 86 Treated and Released 4

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Arrest reports are public record. Not all arrests result in a determination of guilt.

By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer The Pender County Cooperative Extension has recently acquired three new agents.

The Cooperative Extension is a partnership that includes county governments working to solve local problems, a national network of landgrant universities including N.C. State and N.C. A&T State University, as well as the US Department of Agriculture.

Nationally.

Cooperative Extension provides educational programming in five key areas: sustaining agriculture and forestry, protecting the environment, maintaining viable communities, developing responsible youth and developing strong, healthy and safe families.

In county centers across the state, county agents are the connection between the people of the community and Extension specialists working at the state’s land-grant

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Woodruff ’s current contract with Beaufort County requires a 60-day notice.

“We are hoping for a midJanuary start,” said Williams,

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Agents educate the public through meetings and workshops, field days, personal consultations, web- and videoconferencing. They also provide publications, newsletters, social media interaction, videos and other educational materials.

Valerie Futrell, the new Livestock/Forages Agent in Pender County, also covers Onslow County. She started July 1 of this year after working with Murphy-Brown, LLC for three years upon her graduation from North Carolina State University. She received her bachelor’s degree in both Animal and Poultry Sciences.

She said she came to the Extension to combine both her love of animals and her desire to educate the public into one career.

“I love being able to talk to farmers about their problems and come up with a plan to solve them,” said Futrell. “My

Continued on page 3A adding that Interim County Manager Bob Murphy will stay on for a comfortable overlap. “ The newest county commissioner, David Piepmeyer, participated in the interview process, said Williams, as well as the county’s human resources director, Denise Mulhollen.

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Motto

Continued from page 1A Bob Murphy said he will have a rendering and cost estimates for the board’s approval.

The idea of posting the motto “In God We Trust” started in Bakersfield, California.

Founded by city councilmember Jacquie Sullivan in 2004, In God We Trust-America is a

non-profit organization with a mission to promote patriotism and to encourage elected officials to vote yes to legally displaying the motto.

On Nov. 17, Lee County became the first municipality in North Carolina to vote yes in displaying “In God We Trust.”

For more infor mation about the organization visit their website at www.ingodwetrust-america.org.

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Pender Arts Council to hold open house at new arts center in Burgaw Dec. 6

By Rochelle Whiteside Special to the Post & Voice Thanks to the Burgaw town commissioners, the Pender Arts Council is set to celebrate this weekend at their new home. The former rescue squad building on Wilmington Street in Burgaw is now a Community Arts Center offering classes, lessons, workshops, a scene shop, rehearsal hall and performance venue.

Local folks have been busy cleaning, painting, and brainstorming to plan for the exciting arts events which will be housed in this new home.

Performance Poetry is the head-liner for this new art venue Dec. 5 from 7-8 p.m.

Renowned poet, Glenis Redmond will perform a selection of her powerful poetry, accompanied by some of the Pender County middle and high school students who attend her workshops. Admission is free â&#x20AC;&#x201C; coffee and sweets will be sold in a traditional coffee house setting.

The grand open house will follow Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The public is invited to check out the new art digs, hear some local musicians and singers, see Santa and learn more about classes and events offered for the community.

Some of the local performers include piano students of Tina Lewis, Noah Harrell and Ali Gayle on flute and accor-

dion, vocals by Jason Aycock and selections by the newly formed community band.

The evening of Dec. 6, beginning at 3 p.m, the building will be a part of the Burgaw Home Tour. Participants can enjoy some tasty treats, local entertainment and check out the roster of events planned for the coming year.

The Pender Arts Council is excited to have the opportunity to offer these enriching opportunities to the community, We thank the Burgaw Town Board for having the vision to address the need and support the community in such a positive way. We look forward to seeing many smiling Burgaw faces.

Pender students perform in Thalianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yes Virginia

By David Manns Special to the Post & Voice Is there a Santa Claus? You are sure to believe after seeing Yes Virginia a musical produced by Thalian Association Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre (TACT), which includes three Pender county students all who play key roles and are from different local schools. The show is Dec. 4-7, and is an uplifting musical guaranteed to put you in the Christmas spirit.

The show is based on the true story of eight-year-old girl Virginia, who has her question of whether Santa Claus exists answered after asking The New York Sun editor, Francis â&#x20AC;&#x153;Frankâ&#x20AC;? Church.

Church wrote in 1897 â&#x20AC;&#x153;He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy.â&#x20AC;?

Church had many options when he received the letter, but the honesty of his response has kept it alive for more than 100 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The most real things in the

world are those that neither children nor men can see,â&#x20AC;?

Church wrote in his response to Virginia.

This touched people personally by viewing the holidays through a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eyes.

The story became a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book after Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death in 1971.

Yes Virginia is comprised of nearly 40 students mostly New Hanover County residents, however a few of Pender countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest up-and-coming theatre kids somehow lured their parents into a three-day-a- week commitment for rehearsals held in Wilmington.

The cast members from Pender county include Abby Talbot, a 10-year-old who plays Hollie and attends South Topsail Elementary; Logan Manns, an 11-year-old who plays Scraggly Santa and attends Topsail Middle School; and Andi Creech, a 10-year-old who plays Charlotte and attends Burgaw Elementary.

While all three are successful in school, each student credits someone different for

their interest in acting. Abby cites L.J. Woodard (actress), Logan references Mrs. Linda Markas (elementary music teacher), and Andi credits her Mom. This is the first big part in a play through TACT for all three, and each are enthused about being main characters.

Aside from acting, Abby and Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite subject in school is math, while Andiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is science.

Yes Virginia is a magical musical that demonstrates the power of believing if Santa Claus really exists.

The director of Yes Virginia is Michelle Reiff, a well-known Wilmington actress and veteran director, with Ariana Meo assisting as stage manager, and Sophie Whisnant as choreographer.

A wonderful message of Yes Virginia is â&#x20AC;&#x153;the teaching of the true spirit of Christmas, however this show goes beyond that and teaches children to stay true to their beliefs and themselves,â&#x20AC;? said David T. Loudermilk, artistic director.

There are plenty of talented young performers to enjoy

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Excited about this weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grand Opening Events at the new Arts Council Building, on Wilmington St. in Burgaw, this crew of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Art Elvesâ&#x20AC;? were busy decorating for the Poetry Performance Coffee House with renowned poet Glenis Redmond and Pender County students Dec. 5 from 7-8 p.m. and for the Open House Sat. Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. featuring local entertainment, sweet treats and a visit from Santa. Pictured left to right are Karen Harding, Rochelle Whiteside and the Casey-Summers family, Sarah, Judah, Jo Anne and Pete. along with exciting technical elements, and a stage designed into a wonderful set, including the streets of New York in the late 1800s. Tickets are $12 per person, and available online at www.thalian.org or at the box office. The show runs Dec. 4-7 and is performed at the USO/Community Arts Center-Thalian Association, 120 S. 2nd Street, Wilmington.

Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with 3 p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday.

Thalian Association ChildrenĘźs Theater (TACT) was established more than 34 years ago, and is Wilmingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theatre.

Thalian Association is the official community theatre of North Carolina and was founded in 1788.

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Pender Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest Agricultural Extension Agents Jessica Hogan, Tim Mathews, and Valerie Futrell.

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Continued from page 2A goal is to create a Youth Livestock Club for the children of Pender County to join so they can learn more about their species of interest whether it be cattle, pigs, goats, sheep, poultry or horses.â&#x20AC;?

Jessica Hogan is the new 4-H agent at the Cooperative Extension. Hogan was a Mount Olive College alumnus and native of Mount Olive, NC. She was involved in 4-H for 13 years, and knew she wanted to be a 4-H extension agent. She said her goal is to help make an impact on youth that will help them through life the way her 4-H agent did.

As a 4-H agent, she manages 4-H clubs around the county and plans youth development activities for the youth of Pender County. She is also involved in the Seven Oaks community gardens and 4-H enrichment activities at the Spec-8 after school daycare.

Hogan explained that 4-H is to teach young people about leadership, citizenship and provide opportunities for them across the state. 4-H gives youth a chance to better themselves by utilizing resources that are available to them, and to learn to be responsible by holding officer positions and completing projects. It is for youth between the ages of 5

and 18. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would like to see more clubs being developed throughout the county so that kids on the east side of the county do not have to travel,â&#x20AC;? said Hogan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would also like to see after school clubs formed at daycare centers or at the schools. As the program Director at the community garden, I would like to see that program expand and move to other areas across the county.â&#x20AC;?

Tim Mathews is the new consumer horticulture agent, working with county residents as well as with the Master Gardeners to diagnose plant problems. Mathews said he has been here a month. He lived and worked in Haywood County for 13 years, about 400 miles away from Pender County. Consequently, he is learning a lot about the different varieties of plants, insects and wildlife in the area.

Mathews has found that the Pender County Cooperative Extension is a very active group. He said things have been a little quiet in the office since he arrived, and he wants everyone to know he is there.

Mathews can be reached at (910) 604-4286. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I work with local growers, farmers, stores and restaurants, including farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; markets and tailgate markets.

We are working together to gain a better understanding of what â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;getting localâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; means.

I am excited to get to work with

such a dedicated group,â&#x20AC;? said Mathews.

The Pender County Cooperative Extension Office is located at 801 South Walker St. in Burgaw. Office hours are from 8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday, and the office number is (910) 259-1235.

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Opinion Thursday, December 4, 2014, Page 4A

The season of giving As we enter the last month of the year and the Christmas season, the desire to give is stronger than ever with many folks. While it’s altruism and philanthropy with some folks, other donors are looking for a last minute tax deduction.

Charities know this, and work harder in November and December to attract those end-of-the-year donations. Other help agencies are trying to get their budgets planned for the coming year.

One doesn’t need to look Donations to charities at census bureau figures or you know can be made tier designations to know with the assurance that there are a lot of needy folks your soft heart will serve in our extended community. those here at home, with no Thankfully, there are a lot of worries about the “admingenerous people as well, and istrative” fees that seem to we hope, as the last-minute plague even the reputable pitches for donations come national charities. in to your mailbox from state and national organizations, you’ll look to your neighbors first.

It’s astounding that there are so many needy in our area, but the economic downturn and an number of other factors have conspired to keep our state down financially. Things are brightening slightly every month, but it will be a while before anyone declares the Great Recession a thing of the past.

As such, we hope you will dig a little deeper this year for local charities. Just as we have a lot of need in the Pender County area, we have a lot of groups trying their best to make a difference – whether it’s providing food, clothing, shelter and gifts to a family in need, or helping that family learn how to break the cycle of poverty, or even emergency help for someone stranded by the roadside, local charities are an excellent way to be a good steward of your charitable donations.

Donations to charities you know can be made with the assurance that your soft heart will serve those here at home, with no worries about the “administrative” fees that seem to plague even the reputable national charities.

By donating locally, you might not see the individual you help, but you can see an improvement in your community.

The child whose Christmas was bleak but is now bright could become one of the leaders of the next generation. The family who asked, with much embarrassment, for assistance may be the ones who help put a neighborhood on the right path.

The young man or woman down on their luck may be the next skilled tradesman opening a small business that helps others get a leg up on success, instead of a hand out to continued dependency.

We encourage you, if you can, to give generously to the local charity of your choice. Just as our merchants encourage consumers to shop at home first, we hope that when it comes to doing some good for others, you’ll donate at home first, too.

On Island Time

The Point

My Spin

Tom Campbell

Back over the river and through the woods Over the river and through the woods is the song that conjures up fond memories of holiday trips to celebrate with loved ones. Shortly after the first Thanksgiving early settlers started migrating west in search of cheaper, less crowded and more available land.

Ironically, today’s cheaper, less crowded and open land is more often found in the rural east and far western sections early settlers left.

The litany of rural problems grows longer each year; beginning with the exodus of young people, empty storefronts, declining health and inadequate and crumbling infrastructure. But as we enter this holiday season there is reason to hope for rural North Carolina.

While population shifts have resulted in fewer rural lawmakers a close examination shows many of the powerful leaders come from rural counties, including Cleveland, Rutherford, Wayne, Onslow, Rockingham, and Henderson. Rural leaders must understand that in this era of smaller, less intrusive governments their solutions wonít come from Raleigh, but it helps to have sympathetic legislative leaders.

A further reason to hope comes from The Rural Cen-

Gail Ostrishko Post & Voice Columnist www.gailo.com

Enjoy now

The Post & Voice’s quotes of the week “There is nothing more important that county government does than oversee finances.”

New Pender County manager Randell Woodruff on the role of county government in managing finances.

“Wind and other conditions are not gentle on those lights during the year. Over time, those lights sitting out in the weather take a beating,” Burgaw Town Manager Chad McEwen on the Christmas lights in the magnolia trees on the Courthouse Square.

Let a kid be a kid

I was struck the other day are looking forward to any by a report about the ideal kind of toy this year, but toy this Christmas for kids. every time I see a second There apparently isn’t grader with his or her head one – electronic devices have bent down staring at a taken over. gaming system, I get a little Although I never truly disgusted. thought I’d be old enough We didn’t worry about to say these words, when political correctness or I was a kid – there, I said damaging psyches or identiit – the quest for the perfect fying gender roles with toys, ter. Like the mythical Rise of toy was one of high advenbecause our parents let kids the Phoenix this organizature and hopes for we kids, play with what they wanted tion has spent the last year and often one of stress and to play with. A little girl with in a thorough self-examiworry for our parents. Not whom I had a passionate, nation of its mission and that they would get punched, torrid affair in second grade leadership and has risen to pepper-sprayed, or otherwise loved my GI Joes as much become a renewed, re-enerassaulted in a major departas her Barbies. I saw her a gized force ready to assume ment store whilst attempting while back, and she didn’t the needed role as the lead to gain such a Holy Grail, seem ill-adjusted from either Jefferson Weaver advocate and cheerleader for but our parents wanted us to Joe’s guns or the impossible rural North Carolina. his name. I do recall he was be happy with whatever we to achieve body images set up That evaluation reinclean-shaven and bald, save received.

by Barbie dolls. forced the need for cooperafor bushy grey eyebrows, but I think, in my case anyWhile I suppose electronic tive partnerships from busihe could easily have played way, it came from coming of gadgetry does solve the ness, non-profits, agribusiSanta Claus without the adage during the Great Depresgender-neutrality problem ness, religious and education sion. While we often have a dition of a pillow under the it doesn’t help us create groups in finding new solured coat.

Norman Rockwell image of healthy kids who can think tions to rural problems.

He had a way with kids, that dark time, I’m certain and imagine and who don’t To illustrate, the Caroand what was more importhat whatever folks managed catch every germ to enter the lina Population Center at tant, he could remember to get for their kids back state because they occasionUNC Chapel Hill, partnered which children paid the most ally get dirty. then, it was appreciated a lot with economists from East attention to which toys in more than the things their Toys – real toys – help kids Carolina University to help the store where he worked. grandchildren fight over in be kids. rural communities better It wasn’t unusual for him the wee hours of Black FriI’ve had the privilege over understand the past, present day. One of Robert Ruark’s to tell my mom “Jefferson the years to cover various and projected demographreally liked that GI Joe set” most vivid characters, in my Christmas gift events; I ics and economics of an or to let another parent know always enjoy doing so. While opinion, was the self-made area, information essenSusie liked this or Robbie man whose mentor noted the faith-based side of me tial to developing a rural liked that. I found out years how Christmas to a poor wishes folks were as givstrategic plan. The Golden child meant a “crokernut and later that even when parents ing all year round, I’m also Leaf Foundation, along didn’t have the cash for a an ourange,” and sometimes constantly overwhelmed with other corporations and those were in short supply. particular gift, there was a when I get to see children foundations can help provide good chance that Mr. Bradley There were a few times who truly might not have had start-up funding with local would help out. He was one when I was a kid that the anything new, sometimes businesses, churches and reason that store was as sucChristmas tree had a little in their entire lives, getting civic groups providing other more empty space than cessful as it was for decades to choose a new toy due to resources. before everything moved to others, but I can’t see that it someone else’s generosity. I The Rural Center can the bypass and the whole recaused me any long-lasting have to remind myself not be the repository helping tail world changed. Now it’s harm. My parents did withto get caught in the bigger put resources and people all online, I think, and darn out more times than I’ll ever issues, which are really just together. Even some counties know trying to make sure few toys are being sold that small things, and instead within regions are learning require anything more than we kids were taken care of concentrate on seeing a little the value of cooperating a USB port and a charger. throughout the year; Christkid smile. rather than competing with We had toys when I was mas was also something We have a number of each other. a kid – there, I said it again. more than who had the bigopportunities in the coming Some will take advanSome had more than others, gest pile of paper by the curb weeks to help any number tage of natural resources of course, but we had actual the next day. of good causes; yes, we have to develop hospitality and things that rolled or made In one of the chain store folks who are hungry, in need tourism. Others will expand in our town, there was a noises or walked or otherof things you and I often take amenities for the growing wise irritated our parents to friendly gentleman who I for granted, but it’s a matter number of retirees searchdistraction. We had things want to call Mr. Bradley, of principle that a little kid ing for a better climate and we could play with. I fully although I admit, I cannot more gracious living. realize that a lot of children say in certainty that was Continued on page 5A Yes, there is a place for manufacturing, but not yesterday’s big box plants.

Nearby community colleges will help prepare workers for new technologies and skills required by employers hiring fewer employees using Public opinion is welcome. Send your Letters to the Editor advanced manufacturing. to P.O. Box 955, Burgaw, 28425 or to posteditor@post-voice.com.

And let us never underesPlease include your address and phone number with your letter. timate the economic power We reserve the right to reject letters we deem inappropriate, and potential of agriculture. or just can’t understand what you are trying to say.

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I still remember the best batch of brownies I ever baked – they were the perfect texture and taste. I wanted to savor them all to myself rather than allowing my brothers to devour them so I hid them under my bed. But I forgot about them, it was several month later when I found them growing green hair.

I had a similar experience at an event recently. Upon exiting the elevator, I saw an amazing array of delectable bite-sized desserts. Of course, we were directed to the ballroom, as these tiny treats were reserved for later.

Luckily, I snuck a chocolate covered strawberry rolled in nuts because when I returned later for a sweet treat, this tantalizing tower formerly covered with treats was totally empty.

My mantra in college was good things come to those who wait, but as I age time seems to fly so I am learning to live in the moment.

Yesterday is history, tomorrow a mystery, the only guarantee is the present.

It truly is a gift, that is why it is called the present. How is it we get so caught up in what comes next, we totally miss the current moment?

This is especially evident of Christmas – it seems like it comes earlier every year, with everyone eager to get a jump on preparations. But what about Thanksgiving? Can’t we take the time to enjoy the end of fall and embrace the abundance of our current blessings before worrying about what we are going to give and get? Apparently not. I watched my neighbors replace Halloween decorations with Christmas greenery. One of them still has a fall flag and pumpkin surrounded by greenery adorned with red ribbon and little white lights.

Hey, I am no scrooge, but I don’t get it. Why can’t we enjoy what is right now rather than focusing on what comes next? I know this in my heart, but my head gets distracted by all the holiday hoopla. I do not want anyone, and gosh forbid everyone, to get ahead of me when it comes to being prepared.

Oops, I did it again, against my better judgment. I was at the Clearwater aquarium where I met Winter and Hope, the stars of the Dolphin Tales movies. Winter swam up to me, lifted her body out of the water, tilted her head and gave me her undivided attention complete with amazing, engaging eye contact.

I was ecstatic, as I am fascinated by dolphins and intrigued by their incredible intuition. In my zeal to capture the moment and save it for later, I made the mistake of pulling out my camera, and our encounter ended immediately. What a valuable lesson I learned.

Enjoy now. Live in the moment, savor the gift of the precious present. You might just be amazed by what you have been missing.

Seize the moment! Think of all those women on the Titanic who waved off the dessert cartErma Bombeck

Pender-Topsail Post & Voice, Thursday, December 4, 2014, Page 5A

Newsings & Musings

By Edith Batson Post & Voice Staff Writer Pre-Thanksgiving Thanksgiving day has been celebrated at our house for many years with members of the Crowley family. We never seem to get a complete count of headsand that’s ok- the more the merrier.

Trying to get the house respectable is a big challenge. Housekeeping is one thing I have a tendency to put off if there’s something more important or interesting to do. Unfortunately I am a product of the 1930s when we didn’t have a lot of money or things – we made do. I am a holdover from that era. I save bills, checks, letters – especially letters.

When I run across an old letter, I am compelled to stop and read it. Of course memories flood back into my mind and most of the time they bring back good memories. Sometimes the not-so-good memories remind me that we got through the hard times by taking deep breaths- and trying to stand straight and go on with our lives, one day at a time. We trusted God to get us through – and He always has- and still is.

While getting the dining room table cleaned off, I found a note that had not been opened. It contained a thank you note thanking me for letting her use some of my things for a special event. My philosophy is share anything with which you have been blessed. Why

have things if you don’t use them.

When Arthur and I were first married, one of the first things we purchased was a breakfront to put our china in. I knew myself well enough to know if it had to be stored on a top shelf, it would not be used. When we saw what we thought we could afford, off I went back home to get a plate to see if it would fit on the narrow shelf. It did. So it came home with us.

Arthur had parents, three sisters and a brother; I had parents and five brothers.

So we wanted a table that would accommodate ten people at least. So we wanted 12 plates – pretty ones – for company. So through the years I have used the plates because I can just open the glass doors and take them out- they were easily accessible. Through all these 63 years, only one dinner plate has been broken – and replaced at Greensboro’s Replacements, LTD. Arthur and I always loved having family dinners and lots of company. Since his death, I have kept up with the special occasions at our house. A niece called Monday and asked “Are we still on for Thanksgiving?” I answered “We will be on till I die, I hope.”

The children and grandchildren are good about helping me, but sometimes they can’t come at my convenience. I was setting

places for 30 people. Years ago Arthur made me a plywood circular top to go over my round table that sat six people. With the top, it would seat eight.

On impulse I had purchased recently a round table and six chairs at a yard sale. So David rolled the smaller round table in the front bedroom and rolled the larger round table in the breakfast room. I held my breath because I was afraid it would be too large.

It wasn’t. Eight places were set there and 10 places in the dining room.

I learned how to roll tables from watching David.

So I rolled the smaller round table into the living room.

No one was around to bring the plywood top into the house from Arthur’s shop, so I thought “I can do that.” I had a dolly which I rolled to the shop door. After rolling the plywood top to the door, I rolled it onto the dolly, rolled the dolly to the ramp, which Stephen had built when Arthur was sick. It went right up the ramp, across the porch, through the hall, and into the living room, and up on the table. I must admit I was proud of myself. That meant eight more seats in the living room.

A card table in the bedroom completed seating for 30.

If more should come, there were little tables and lap boards available – or another round table and

plywood top in the shop.

The house was almost presentable.

Thanksgiving dinner On Thursday I did make a sweet potato casserole with marshmallows just because that’s the way my niece likes it, rice, corn, string bean, cheese casserole, because everybody seems to like it, and of course biscuits.

Well, 29 people showed up, just as I thought. Although I’m usually still working when they arrive, I love to get hugs and hear happy voices as they see relatives they might not have seen in a year.

We missed some who usually come, and those who had gone to their eternal reward.

But always, life goes on and we are always grateful for those who can attend our family gatherings. God blesses me so much. We did not fail to thank Him and be grateful on Thanksgiving for our many blessings.

My great grand children, Katelyn and Jacob came early and offered to help. Eightyear-old Katelyn opened all the cans needed for cooking, and she and Jacob helped set the tables. Both were a big help to me. Thanks to them both. Jacob went off hunting with his dad, Tommy, and when they returned, Jacob had to show me the deer he had killed. He is five yearsold. Scares me nearly to death to think of those children hunting with their father, but I had to brag on him. They do eat what they shoot.

Of course everyone brought vegetables, salads, desserts, and Tommy always brings the turkeys.

Guess what? I was tired that night after they left, but it was a happy thankful kind of tired, so I did not mind at all. Slept till 6:30 a.m. the next morning.

Burgaw tree lighting Friday My night driving is not good, so I hitched a ride with my friend, Josie Milner on her way back from Wilmington. The lighting took place at 6 p.m. on the Pender County Courthouse Square. A very large crowd attended. The choir from Friendly Community Baptist Church provided Christmas music. Kim Rivenbark is choir director.

Mayor Eugene Mulligan acted on master of ceremonies, offering prayer was Burgaw town chaplain, Nick Smith, and counting down for the actual tree lighting was Trish Newton.

Other activities included decorating their own Burgaw Bakery cookies by Monique Kirby and Colleen Batson, and then eating them. A long line formed outside the bakery on Courthouse Ave. Monique (Mrs. Santa) helped the children decorate the cookies and her whole family pitched in and washed dishes, ran errands and did anything else needed to help. It was a family affair- her husband, two sons and two daughtersin-law. I guess if Colleen’s

husband, David had not been on duty as a Burgaw Police Officer, he would have been helping out also.

Santa Claus (Tony Clewis) held forth at the Burgaw Community House, where children could speak to him and tell him what they wanted for Christmas. Of course he was a big hit.

The new Covenant Evangelical Presbyterian Church, right downtown on the corner across from Dees Drug Store, was serving free hot chocolate, which tasted mighty good on a cold evening.

Everyone seemed to have a good time despite the very cold weather. Maybe the chill in the air put everyone in the Christmas spirit.

Let us not forget the real reason for Christmas as we busily attend Christmas parties, shop till we drop, and decorate the house with trees, lights, and wreaths.

After all, Christmas is the day we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ – part of the Trinity.

He came to earth as a baby, born in a stable in Bethlehem – fully human yet fully divine – with one purpose. He knew He had come to die for us – for all of our sins, and to forgive us of our sins if we believe He was the only Son of God. For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten, Son, that whosoever believes in Him, should not perish but have everlasting Life. John 3:16 Shalom!

State officials predict cold wet winter; wooly worms agree

By Jefferson Weaver Special to the Post & Voice At a news conference last month, federal weather forecasters spent comparatively little time talking about the coming Southern winter.

Their predictions of a dry, warmer, “unexciting” season flew in the face of such tried and true forecasters as the Old Farmer’s Almanac, hunters, livestock owners and others who watch the weather.

It’s possible the homespun meteorologists are going to have reason to be smug, if the state’s main weather observers are right.

The State Climate Office released its last long term winter forecast last week, and the predictions are at odds

Weaver

Continued from page 4A needs a toy at Christmas. Not a gadget or a gaming system or something that beeps and boops and bleeps and blinks, but a real toy, something they’ll want to sleep with, show off at school, something they’ll never leave home without.

I hope, as you’re running

with earlier state and federal data that suggested a mild winter.

In its briefing Thursday, state weather officials said they now expect below normal temperatures, for extended periods of time, and above normal precipitation across the state — with a better than average chance of frozen precipitation in the southeastern corner of the state in December.

The problem is coming from thousands of miles away, as the El Nino weather pattern that protected the area from hurricanes this year strengthens for a hard winter.

Changes in the path of the weather phenomenon called El Nino move the earth’s

jet stream farther north or farther south. This year, El Nino “bent” across the United States, allowing cooler Canadian and Arctic air to sap would-be tropical systems of their energy while they were still in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic.

El Nino’s persistence

in circles like the rest of us in the coming weeks, you’ll remember that doll, that stuffed animal, that train or that dinosaur that became the focus of your world one Christmas morning. Take a minute and think about the joy you had in that item – especially if you were a lonely little kid like me, without a lot of friends. Maybe you were even one of those kids who thought a “crokernut and an ourange” were the

pinnacle of Christmas.

Think of the kids whose parents are desperately trying to make sure there’s food on the table, who haven’t even given a thought to the tiniest Christmas gifts, since there are bigger issues at play.

Stop a minute, and you’ll likely find a way to help let a kid be a kid this Christmas.

–Weaver is a columnist with the Post & Voice.

Contact him at jeffweaver@ whiteville.com.

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brought the now-famous “Polar Vortex” of last winter, and since the system is stronger than before, could provide worse winter weather for longer periods of time this year.

The expectations of a longer, harsher and wetter winter are consistent with what more traditional weather prognostications

Campbell

Continued from page 4A Fewer than 1 in 10 works on a farm today but agriculture is tasked with doubling food production over the next few years and is critical to rural success.

In some instances mandates will force us to participate. For example, the courts have ruled all children are

have indicated.

Wooly worm caterpillars – which aren’t worms, but a larval stage of the Isabella tiger moth – are reputed to be able to predict the weather, based on their fur color.

More black fur means a harder winter, while more brown (or orange) fur means a milder season, according to the wooly worm information section on the Banner Elk Wooly Worm Festival.

Several wooly worms have been spotted lately with a distinct orange-brown band across their midsections.

Generally the black and orange sections on local wooly worms are equal in size and thickness, so it’s hard to extrapolate the veracity of the myth about predicting when

the weather will turn Arctic.

Other natural indications have included large numbers of late fawns being born to whitetail deer; an overabundance of prey animals over the summer, ranging from grasshoppers and frogs to mice and rabbits; and bumper crops of oak, hickory, chinquapin and other nuts.

Hunters and trappers have also reported finding heavier than usual fur on animals harvested this fall, starting in October. Locally, wild animals usually don’t “fur up” until December.

Whether or not the natural or professional weather forecasters are correct remains to be seen – but all indications are that sweaters are in order for much of the rest of winter.

entitled to basic rights of education and the state must comply; rulings regarding other services are likely to follow. And larger cities are learning what happens when too many people clog up roads and place demands on water, sewer and other public services.

Thankfully, many love and want the rural way of life, but weíre all in this effort together.

Over the river and

through the woods can be the road for a better rural North Carolina.

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Education

Pender-Topsail Post & Voice, Thursday, December 4, 2014, Page 6A

CFCC update

New spring classes coming soon

Cindy Horrell Ramsey CFCC Director of Community Enrichment Special to the Post & Voice We may be in the midst of the holiday season, but it’s not too early to start thinking about ways to enrich your life in January, February, and beyond. We’re creating a great line-up of spring courses at CFCC. You’re sure to find something that interests you.

Creative Painting Techniques with Barbara Davis be gins again on Jan 5. It meets every Monday morning at Heritage Place in Burgaw.

Local artist Tony Vivaldi will teach Watercolor Painting on Tuesday mornings at the Surf City Community Center.

Knitting with Robin Eldridge Roller will be a great way to spend some cold evenings and learn something new.

“In a few short weeks you will learn how to cast on, and how to do the knit and purl stitch, which is the basis of all knitting. We will also talk about choosing the right yarn and needles for your project, resources for finding free and simple patterns, and how to read them,” Roller said. “By the end of the class, you will know all you need to be able to knit on your own, and pretty soon, you will be the one teaching others.”

The knitting class will be held on Thursday nights, Jan. 22 through Feb. 12, from 6-8 p.m. at the Burgaw Center.

Then, beginning Feb 19, Robin will be teaching a sixweek crocheting class, also on Thursday nights, 6-8 p.m.

Open Water Scuba is sched-

uled to start in late February.

Don’t worry – your course fee includes your equipment, and the instructor has plenty of cold weather gear.

While the classroom and pool portion of this course will be held in Wilmington, the open water dives will be at the south end of Topsail Island.

I’m excited about a new series I’m working on called “ Wa l k i n g T h r u H i s t o r y ” which will bring local authors’ work to life as we visit historical sites in Pender and New Hanover counties that are featured in the books.

We’ll be taking a riverboat cruise with Philip Gerard, author of Down the Wild Cape Fear and visit the Penderlea Museum with Between the Rivers author Carolyn Rawls Booth whose newest novel is called A Chosen Few. I’m working on a couple of other adventures, including a trip to the Battleship North Carolina during the crew reunion in late May after reading my book Boys of the Battleship North Carolina. I’ll be able to personally introduce you to some of the crewmembers I have grown to love over the years.

I hope to have all the details for the “Walking Thru History” series finalized and posted on our website by midDecember.

Meet the Author Book Club is coming back in the spring.

I have two authors confirmed and will give you all the details when I secure a couple more. The first session of this series last spring was a wonderful experience for both the authors and students.

Also on the agenda for spring are Notary, ServSafe Certification, computer training, foreign language, agricultural classes, and many more.

Please let me know if you have ideas for future courses.

The first class in the welding course has now started at the Burgaw Center with seven people in the day class and 10 in the evening class. Students are currently learning blue print reading, safety, and basic welding techniques on the virtual welder.

When they move on to the

next portion of the course, students will be trained in stick, MIG and TIG welding and have the opportunity to earn American Welding Society (AWS) certifications.

A new round of welding courses will definitely begin in fall of 2015, but an additional day class may also begin on Tuesdays and Thursdays in spring 2015. Stay tuned for more information or call the Burgaw Center at 910-362-7900 to place your name on an interest list.

I’m happy to report that the Burgaw Center now has CFCC wireless connection. This project has been in the works for more than a year.

Wellington De Souza, Vice President for Infor mation Technology Services at CFCC, said providing wireless internet at the Burgaw Center is important because CFCC wants to offer the same learning experience for students at all of our campuses.

“CFCC cares about each individual student, and we are proud every time we can place new tools of learning in the hands of those who choose to invest their time, energy, and mind to improve their own lives,” De Souza said.

One of the things I love about my job is being able to share with members of the community. I recently had the pleasure of being the guest speaker for the Burgaw Book Club. I want to thank these ladies for their warm reception and wonderful southern hospitality. I enjoyed learning more about the history of this long-standing club and seeing many people I had not seen in quite some time.

While there, I was able to share information about what’s going on at CFCC and also receive wonderful ideas for courses that I can create for the future. I would love to come speak to your church, club, or civic organization, and also hear your ideas.

Watch for CFCC Pender Preview the first Thursday of each month. I appreciate your attention and welcome suggestions – for the column, for classes, for special events. Give me a call at 910-362-7254, or email me at chramsey835@cfcc.edu.

Photo contributed

Pictured above are, from left to right, Chris Wirszyla, Principal Charles Chestnut, Judy Pynchon (ALW), Marie Radcliff and Cheryl Cain

Cape Fear Elementary receives Assistance League grant Educators from Cape Fear Elementary School were recent recipients of two grants from the Assistance League of Wilmington (ALW) Links for Learning program.

The ALW is a non-profit organization that puts caring and commitment into action in many ways, one of which is the Links for Learning grants. The organization serves Pender, New Hanover, and Brunswick counties, and the grants support projects that enhance curriculum and support creative learning.

Marie Radcliff and Cheryl Cain received their award for starting the first ever CFES Science Olympiad team. Stu-

dents will compete in events pertaining to various disciplines including earth science, biology, chemistry, physics and engineering. Teams which excel at the regional competitions advance to the state, and then to the national level.

CFES joins more than 6,700 teams from across all 50 states who compete each year.

Chris Wirszyla received an Assistance League grant for sustainability of the school gardens started last year. Several additional raised bed gardens will be built to supplement the gardens already in existence.

Each garden is assigned to a class which grows vegetables

and flowers, with some types of fruit to be incorporated this year. The harvest from last year went into class taste tests and ended up in students and teachers recipes. The grant will additionally fund a greenhouse and a compost system, as well as supplies needed to sustain the gardens for years to come.

Special thanks are extended to the local Master Gardeners from the Cooperative Extension who come and give classes to our students.

CFES would like to formally thank the Assistance League of Wilmington for their generous support of our efforts to make learning fun for students.

Photo contributed

The 2014 Pender County Bright Ideas recipients recently received awards from Gay Johnson (center) of Four County EMC.

Pender teachers receive Four County EMC grants Exciting, hands-on learning projects are coming to Pender classrooms, thanks to education grants from Four County Electric Membership Corporation presented to teachers at the 12th annual Bright Ideas Awards Luncheon. More than $185,000 in Bright Ideas grant funding from six Touchstone Energy cooperatives was awarded to 140 educators from 22 counties at the Nov. 21 event, which was held in the Dail Club at N.C. State University’s Carter-Finley Stadium.

Nine teachers in Pender County received a total of $6,899 in grant funding.

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Obituaries

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Juanita Wells Herring BURGAW -- Juanita Wells Herring, 95, of Burgaw was granted her angel wings Tuesday morning, Nov. 25, 2014 as she passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home. She was born Sept. 20, 1919 in Pender County to the late Pearlie Headric and Cassie Viola Woodcock Wells. Also, lovingly remembered are her husband, David James Herring, Sr.; two daughters, Bridget Herring and Cynthia Annette Herring; brothers, Leonard, Colin, Durant, Marvin, and P.H. Wells; sisters, Ada Casteen Meeks and Eloise Phelps Brown; son-in-law, Eric Lee, all who preceded Juanita in death.

Juanita is survived by her children, Sherria Crawley (Lawrence), Joyce Lynn Atkinson, Gail Lee, David James Herring, Jr. (Sharon), and Sally Spainhour (Randolph); 11 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; sisters, Lila Rackley and Carlene Tokoly (James) and many nieces and nephews.

Juanita was a member of Herring’s Chapel United Methodist Church, Battle of Moores Creek Bridge Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution, Cape Fear 3 United Daughters of the Confederacy. She was a graduate of Burgaw High School and cosmetologist school.

Juanita was a loving and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. First and foremost she lived her life with a Christian spirit which shined through in her beautiful smile and her caring manner. Over the decades David and Juanita have

been wonderful examples of fidelity, love and charity to their seven children, many g randchildren and great grandchildren. Juanita excelled as a homemaker and loved the outdoors, gardening and all of nature that God created. She will be remembered for her sweet, sweet spirit and gentle smile.

Funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014 at Herring’s Chapel United Methodist Church with Rev. William Hill Pearsall and Rev. Rick Russell officiating.

Burial followed in Herrings Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Casketbearers were Alex Herring, Chris Lee, Adam Spainhour, Joseph Spainhour, Joshua Lee and Avery Grafius.

The family received friends 6-8 p.m. on Friday at QuinnMcGowen Funeral Home and at other times will be at the home of Gail Lee in Rocky Point.

Memorial gifts may be given to Herrings Chapel United Methodist Church, C/O Buddy Gurganous, 4245 N.C. Hwy. 133, Rocky Point NC 28457 or to March of Dimes, 5041 New Centre Dr. Wilmington, NC 28405. Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Burgaw.

Richard Cassidy Darden HAMPSTEAD -- Richard Cassidy Darden, 59, of Hampstead, was called to be with his Lord on Thursday, Nov 20, 2014.

He was born on Sept 18, 1955 in Augusta, Ga., the son of Vera Darden and Gary Darden.

Richard graduated from Union Pines High School in Moore County. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and a member of the American Legion. He worked for Al Sidbury Construction and cherished all the friendships made while working there.

Richard loved the Lord and was a faithful member of Freedom Baptist Church. He will be remembered as a wonderful father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.

Surviving in addition to his parents is his daughter, Cassidy Darden of Hampstead; three siblings, Angie Brock and husband Tim of Wilmington, Shelia Darden of Cor nelius, and Susan Morgan and husband Robert of Laurinburg.

T h e f a m i l y r e c e iv e d friends from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014 at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.

A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Monday at Freedom Baptist Church with burial following in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to www. andrewsmortuary.com Tommy Mathew Penny, Sr. Tommy Mathew Penny, Sr., age 68, passed from his earthly life on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014 at his home.

He was born Nov. 20, 1946 in Newport, the son of the late Herbert Leslie and Lettie Susan Howard Penny. Tommy was preceded in death by his step-son, Barry Beattie; sister, Dorothy Jones and brother, Tucker Penny.

He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Gail Hardie Penny; son, Tommy M. Penny, Jr. (Tracy); daughter, Christine Naessens (Joe); step-sons, Robert Beattie (Suzy) and Travis Beattie (Bekka); 13 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; b ro t h e r s, T i m my Pe n ny (Judy Epps), Tony Penny (Marla), Ted Penny (Linda),

and Trent Penny (Janie); mother-in-law, Doris Ross; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Tommy was plant supervisor at Souther n States Chemical.

Tommy was a beautiful light who cast a beacon of love, laughter, and kindness to all who crossed his path in life. He never met a stranger and was quick to offer his smile, his great sense of humor, and words of encouragement. His greatest gift was the joy he brought others through laughter with the warmth of his love and friendship he offered freely.

Tommy loved his family dearly, especially his grandchildren who were the light of his life. Having a full and blessed life, Tommy loved all of God’s nature in the outdoors, woodworking, fireworks, and the bright lights of the Christmas season. His untimely departure has left an empty place at our family table, in his woodworking shop, and in our hearts.

T h e f a m i l y r e c e iv e d friends 6-8 p.m. Dec. 1, 2014 ay Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.

Funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Dec. 2 at Burgaw Baptist Church with The Rev. Nathan Morton officiating.

Burial followed in Riverview Memorial Park.

The family would like for you to consider a donation in honor and memory of Tommy to Baptist Children’s Homes of NC, P.O. Box 338, Thomasville, NC 27360.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Burgaw.

Ruby Henderson Leimone BURGAW -- Ruby Henderson Leimone, 89 of Burgaw died Tuesday Nov. 25, 2014 at home.

She was born Feb. 2, 1925 in Brunswick County daughter of the late Fredrick and Georgia Whittington Henderson. She was also pre-

deceased by her husband Angelo Leimone, and son Michael R. Leimone.

She is survived by her d a u g h t e r B a r b a r a Je a n Pettry and husband Ty of Marion; two grandchildren, Michael Leimone and Lisa Hoyle; four great grandchildren, Justin, Cody, Sara, and Michael; a brother Sonny Henderson and wife Ellyn of Topsail Beach; three sisters, Mildred Hughes and husband Charles of Burgaw, Georgia Richardson of Burgaw, and Bessie Clemmons of Hampstead; and many nieces and nephews.

Ruby was a Registered Nurse, and head nurse at Pender Memorial Hospital for many years.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday Dec. 6, 2014 at Harrell’s Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Ray Mendenhall will officiate.

Burial of cremains will follow in St. Helena Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Friday Dec. 5 from 6-7 p.m. at Harrell’s Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be given to Pender County Humane Society PO box 626 Burgaw, NC 28425. Online tributes and condolences may be made to the family at www. harrellsfh.com. The family was served by Harrell’s Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Burgaw.

Elizabeth “Betty” Jane McEvoy Rouse ROCKY POINT -- Elizabeth “Betty” Jane McEvoy Rouse, 86, of Rocky Point passed gently from her earthly life to her eternal rest on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

She was born June 18, 1928 in Cook County, Illinois, the daughter of the late Ray-

mond J. and Mary Elizabeth Stearnn McEvoy. Also remembered is her husband, Billy Rouse who preceded Betty in death.

Betty is survived by her son, Bruce R. Rouse (Karen); daughter, Billie Jane Buell (Bill); and grandchildren, Cody Buell, Chadd Rouse and Chase Rouse.

Not only was Betty a beloved wife and wonderful mother and grandmother, but a generous friend to all who knew her. She was a giver in this world, volunteering her time and talents many places including The Children’s Museum of Wilmington and Thalian Hall. Even in her older years Betty remained active and enjoyed a full life; canoeing in Black River, traveling to distance places with Elder Hostels (Betty’s license plate “Go Granny”), and most importantly spending time with family. After moving to Pender County, Betty found a blessed church home, McClure Memorial Presbyterian Church. Betty will be remembered for her joyful spirit, faith in her Lord, love of family and glorious smile.

Memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 at McClure Memorial Presbyterian Church, 5908 Castle Hayne Road, Castle Hayne with Pastor Leslie Kerr officiating. The family will receive friends at the church following the service.

In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be given to P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund, 3700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312-2899.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com. The family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Burgaw.

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Pender County unsolved cases

Missing teen last seen in Surf City

By Lindell Kay Special to the Post & Voice The search continues for a troubled teen last seen in Surf City five years ago.

Jonathan Kyle Brackett, then 18, picked up his paycheck from work on Aug. 1, 2009, and vanished. No trace of him has ever been found.

Brackett, from Carolina Beach, was believed to be visiting family members in coastal Pender County. He was last seen near a wooded area in a Surf City neighborhood. He was believed to be hanging around a group of carnival workers who worked the coastal area.

In the months following his disappearance the CUE Center for Missing People, Pender Search and Rescue Team, and the Surf City and Hampstead fire departments looked for him several times. Search crews used ATVs and dogs, but found nothing. While the search has been scaled back, Brackett has not been forgotten, proper authorities said last week.

CUE Center founder Monica Caison – who is routinely featured on Investigation Discovery – said not finding any clues in the woods is a good sign Brackett may still be alive.

Brackett’s mother last spoke to her son July 27, 2009.

He mentioned joining the

Missing Loved One The FBI, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and local law enforcement make the following suggestions for you to follow when someone you love goes missing: •Contact police immediately.

There is no such thing as a waiting period in missing person cases.

•Get the news media involved right away.

•Be able to provide updated photos.

•Use social networking sites to inform the public about the case.

•Make missing person posters and hang them in prominent locations such as gas stations and grocery stores.

•If all else fails, hire a private investigator. military. There is no record of him doing so.

His mother has made several pleas on social media sites to Brackett for him to return.

“Was looking at your birth certificate and those tiny little feet and hands that were stamped in ink just moments after the first time that I saw you. This was the greatest day of my life. You waited so long to get here after being 21 days late and now we are wait-

ing so long again. Please just call home. The phone lines are always open for you, just like they always were. We just want to know how you are.

Love as always, MOM,” reads a post on a FaceBook page dedicated to Brackett.

Brackett was on probation when he disappeared. He had been convicted of drug possession, simple assault and trespassing. Family told reporters they didn’t believe Brackett would skip out on his probation. He is listed as an absconder by the N.C. Public Safety Department.

Brackett is now 24. He is described as being 5-11 and weighing 150 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a t-shirt and shorts. He reportedly had no cellphone or identification with him when he disappeared.

Anyone with information on his location is asked to contact the Carolina Beach Police Department at 910458-2540 or the CUE Center at 910-232-1131.

Award-winning investigative reporter Lindell Kay has helped law enforcement solve missing person and murder cases in North Carolina. His work has been featured on Dateline and other national news programs. He now writes freelance on the subject. Contact him at ljkay1@gmail. com.

Personal tech products for seniors Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend any tablets, smartphones or computers that are specifically designed for seniors? I would like to buy a device for my technology-challenged grandmother so she can get online and keep up with her grandkids better, but it needs to be super simplified so she can use it.

Holiday Shopper Dear Shopper, There are actually several new tech products on the market today that are designed specifically for older boomers and seniors that are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with technology.

These devices come equipped with simplified software, big, vivid features, less clutter and better customer support packages, which makes them more appealing and much easier to use than mainstream devices. Here are several top senior-friendly options to look into.

Smartphone If you’re thinking about a smartphone for your grandmother, check out the new GreatCall Touch3. Made by Samsung, this Android smartphone has a 4-inch touchscreen with an organized large icon menu list on the home screen that provides users simple access to oftenused features like the phone, text messages, camera, pictures, email and Internet, along with your contacts and apps.

It also has a 5-megapixel camera, a full-size onscreen keyboard, and offers a variety of health and safety features like the 5Star app that lets you immediately speak to a

certified agent 24/7 who can identify your location and get you the help you need. Urgent Care, which provides access to registered nurses and doctors for advice and diagnoses.

And MedCoach, which sends medication reminders.

Available at greatcall.com or 800-918-8543, the Touch3 sells for $170 with a $20 introductory discount, plus a one-time activation fee of $35, and no-contract is required.

Monthly service plans that include unlimited 5Star and Urgent Care service start at $25. And their data plans start at $2.50 per month for 20MB. Tablet computer If you’re considering a tablet, a top senior-friendly option is AARP’s new RealPad, which costs $189 at aarprealpad.org, walmart.com/ realpad or Walmart stores.

Produced in partnership with Intel, the RealPad is an Android tablet with a 7.85inch touchscreen. It provides a clutter-free simplified home page with large text icons to frequently used functions like email, social networks, weather, news, games, camera and pictures, Google, the Web, apps and more.

It also has a 2-megapixel front camera and 5-megapixel rear camera, and comes with 24/7 phone support, a bunch of tutorial videos, and a “Real QuickFix” tool that connects users to technology support agents over the Internet who can access the tablet and fix problems.

Desktop computer If you think your grandmother would like a desktop computer, the Telikin (telikin. com, 800-717-7640), which has been around for three years now, is an excellent choice.

Ready to go right out of the box, this all-in-one touchscreen computer displays a big button menu on the screen at all times, providing simple access to most functions like the Internet, email, games, video chat, photo sharing, news and weather, and more.

Available in two sizes – the 18.6-inch “Telikin Touch” that costs $699, and the 22inch “Telikin Elite II” for $1,079 – these computers come with built-in speakers, a Web camera, microphone, wired keyboard and mouse.

They also offer a “tech buddy” feature so you can access your grandma’s Telikin computer remotely from your computer to help her when she needs it.

Running on Linux software instead of the standard Windows or Mac OS, the Telikin is also virus-resistant, comes with a 60-day trial period, a one-year warranty and free tech support.

It’s also worth noting that Telikin has a partnership with firstSTREET – a senior product direct marketing company – that is also selling the 22-inch Telikin for $1,079, but have rebranded it as the “WOW! Computer for Seniors.”

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 Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer

This collage shows missing person Jonathan Kyle Brackett during his high school years. The 18-year-old vanished five years ago from the Topsail Island area. The final photo is a computer-generated age-advancement illustration of what Brackett may look like now.

Matthew 25 Center open house Dec. 13

By Ashley Jacobs Post & Voice Staff Writer A local couple hopes to bring some holiday cheer to those in need this Christmas.

But the people they’re helping are not who you may think.

Jerry and Paula Schwefel run the Matthew 25 Center, a non-profit Christian ministry named after scripture, Matthew 25:40.

Nestled in Burgaw, the facility spans more than 7,000 square feet and serves as a lodging facility for those traveling long distances to visit loved ones in prison. In essence, it is a home away from home for families who might otherwise slip through the cracks.

“They have lost a loved one, maybe a short time or maybe long term or for life and that puts strain on the families especially the children,” Paula said. “They need to be able to see their parents, and in southeastern North Carolina, it is their dads. Mom is left as the main bread winner leaving her in a predicament and depending on how far away she has to drive she may not be able to let the children see their dad that often. Family ties are so important.”

The Schwefels invite all to come see the Matthew 25 Center Dec. 13 from 2-4 p.m.

“We will have the gospel group Bridges singing and Santa will be here for the children. We will also have punch and Christmas cookies.”

In addition to entertaining fellow community members, the Schwefels hope to educate

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Jerry and Paula Schwefel with children from King’s Chapel Church. the public on their mission.

And they hope the Christmas spirit will be contagious, maybe even encourage people to make donations so they can continue their mission to make life more enjoyable for the families of the incarcerated.

“Some families can’t be together because of circumstances and that we should remember them in our prayers,” Schwefel said. “We have found that most people not affected directly with incarceration often misunderstand or just plain don’t realize the hardships families face.”

The center is place where families of the incarcerated can stay free of charge while visiting loved ones. It is a place Schwefel said those families will be treated with respect and shown Christian love. It includes a large kitchen and

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dining area where guests can prepare meals, bedrooms and a play area and nursery for children.

Though the facility opened in 2004 after volunteers, mission groups and prayer warriors from several states worked together to complete construction, with no debt obligations the center began running smoothly.

But to keep running efficiently, Schwefel counts on donations.

“We have never solicited or received governmental support. Our support comes from area churches, individuals and organizations.”

She said the upcoming open house, and all of their fundraisers for that matter, are used as an opportunity to raise awareness about their mission and introduce the center to the local community.

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Pender Memorial Hospital’s Hermetta Judge, of Burgaw, has recently been honored with two awards. Initially, she was recognized as one of the Fabulous 50 top skilled nursing facility staff in North Carolina.

Hermetta was awarded this honor from the North Carolina Health Care Facilities Association during a banquet at the Mad Boar in Wallace on October 28. She was one of ten recipients in District IV. The Fabulous 50 awards program, launched in 2001, is known as an important part of the long term care community’s effort to recognize the extraordinary contributions of front-line staff.

Her metta was nominated by her Manager, Rebecca Flores, for demonstrating excellent care and compassion which developed over more than 40 years working in long term care. Her nomination described her gentle spirit and the efforts she takes to get to know each resident and help them look and feel their best. One resident of Pender Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing told how Hermetta made him feel alive again with her conversation, beautiful singing and careful attention to his needs.

The new orientees, whom she frequently mentors, also appreciate Hermetta’s teamwork and commitment. They said that she inspires people with her smile and generosity, has a strong work ethic and always wants to do the right thing.

Hermetta Judge After the Fabulous Fifty Award, the Board selected one of the 10 nominees to be the Nurse Aide of the Year.

Hermetta was surprised with that award, as well. She will be honored, along with 7 guests, at a dinner in Greensboro at the State convention on February 17.

Hermetta began her nursing assistant career in 1973 and has been working at Pender Memorial Hospital since 1996.

Pender Memorial Hospital offers long term care and shortterm rehabilitation for people who need assistance with daily living activities due to physical impairment or illness. An interdisciplinary team led by nursing and therapy provides compassionate care designed to enhance the quality of life for residents there.

Rebecca Flores, Hermetta’s Manager at Pender Memorial Hospital, said that she has worked with Hermetta for the past year. She knew about the Fabulous Fifty awards from where she previously worked.

She said she immediately thought of Hermetta and de-

cided to write a submission.

“She has so much knowledge and experience, and she is such a mentor for all,” said Flores. “She sings for residents in the mornings, and she has the biggest heart and the sweetest spirit. She lets the residents do what they can, and she makes the ladies look great every day. She takes her time to form a relationship with each of them, and she knows the residents inside and out. We‘re here to enrich our patients lives, and Hermetta is really good at that.”

Hermetta said that she tries to put herself in her patients’ shoes, and that has really changed her vision.

“I feel like it’s something that the Lord wants me to do,” said Hermetta. “I work mostly with people with terminal illnesses, and I just like to try to lift their spirits. Many of them don‘t have family or regular visitors, and we are the only family they have. It means a lot to them for someone to take the time to sit down and really talk to them.”

Hermetta said that since they have been under new leadership, their new manager has made a lot of improvements at Pender Memorial Hospital. She said that Flores keeps the floor fully staffed, making it easier for her to take time with her patients the way they really deserve.

Hermetta sang a few lines from one song that she frequently sings to her patients.

She sang, If I can help just one somebody, as I go from day to day; if I can help just one somebody, then my life won’t be in vain.

Bill Howard Outdoors

By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist Have you ever been to a place and think to yourself, “I must be crazy, but if by chance I am not, then everyone else most certainly is”? Comic-con would certainly put you in that mindset.

To explain a bit of our subculture that you may not have experience with, Comic-con is short for comic convention.

San Diego would be the Mecca of the conventions, where many Hollywood stars attend to promote sci-fi, fantasy, and comic based movies and television shows.

I attended my first Comiccon recently, although it was one of the ‘satellite’ conven-

tions with a little less fan-fare and support from the big companies. I began to appreciate comics and superheroes at a young age just like many people do. My Saturday mornings consisted of Superfriends, Scooby Doo, and even Hong Kong Phooey. It is what kids did on Saturdays.

With the release of the Marvel movies, my kids have become fans as well. One of the few television shows I watch is based on one of my favorite superheroes, the Flash. My youngest, Cooper, will climb into my recliner with me and watch and talk during the hour it is showcased on the flat screen.

While watching all the people at the Comic-con, many cosplaying, in other words dressing up as their favorite characters, I felt like I was at a Halloween party in midNovember.

But, I realized it may not have been all that weird, especially for the younger once attending. While I occasionally donned a bath towel flapping off my back being held by a safety pin around my neck when I was little, I also dressed and played as other heroes.

For instance I had a brown coat with tassels hanging from the pockets, a coon skin hat, and a lever action bb gun.

While this image may not strike a bit of resemblance with kids of today, most of you in your late 30’s and older will easily picture Davy Crockett.

The King of the Wild Frontier had the image and lore to inspire motion pictures and television shows to carry on his legacy for many generations. While being a state leader and politician as well as a hero who died fighting at the Alamo, he was a frontiersman, hunter, and trapper that knew the ways of the outdoors.

While today’s movies try to develop our comic hero’s characters and traits, Crockett has a real backstory.

Daniel Boone was yet another hero immortalized from legend thanks to Disney expanding on his life and times.

While the legend of Boone even spread to Europe during the 1800’s, our knowledge of both true and embellished events in his life are known mainly by the tales our generations have been able to see.

Another outdoorsman who played a huge part in expanding the frontier of a young

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United States, Boone readily acknowledged much of the lore was simply to make him bigger than what he was. He was humble, a man of few words, and claimed to be a simple man. That is saying a lot about someone who was said to have ‘grinned a bear to death’ while in the Appalachians. Let’s see Superman do that.

I’ve often wished a major movie studio would once again take on sharing stories of people like these so our kids, and their kids, could learn and admire them.

Of course, I always wished for a Lone Ranger movie to hit the silver screen for the same reasons, and yet we got Johnny Depp in a crow hat instead.

–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.

Town of Burgaw Government News December 04, 2014

PUBLIC HEARINGS SCHEDULED The Town of Burgaw Board of Commissioners will hold the following public hearings on Tuesday, December 09, 2014 at 5:30 PM (or thereabout; please note time change) in the meeting room of the Burgaw Municipal Building located at 109 N Walker Street in Burgaw, NC. All interested parties are invited to attend.

Public Hearing 1. Consideration of a text change amendment to Section 19-4 of the Unified Development Ordinance regarding the expansion of nonconforming uses.

Public Hearing 2. Consideration of a text change amendment to Sections 4-9 and 4-10 of the Unified Development Ordinance updating uses allowed in the B-1 zoning district and requiring solid waste plans.

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

PENDER COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS Have you ever thought about volunteering? Have you ever thought about serving your community? The Burgaw Fire Department is always looking for good volunteers to serve the Burgaw and Pender Central Communities. Burgaw Fire Department prepares for and responds to all types of fire emergencies. If you are motivated and wish to serve, please contact the Burgaw Fire Department at 910259-7494 for more information.

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Town offices closed in observance of Thanksgiving Christmas Tree Lighting 6:00PM Promotions & Special Events Com. Mtg. 7:00PM Parks & Recreation Committee meeting 7:00PM Board of Commissioners meeting 4:00PM Christmas Parade 6:30PM Promotions & Special Events Com. Mtg. 7:00PM

NOTICE OF CLOSING Millers Pond Park temporarily closed on November 3, 2014 for construction of n estimated the park will reopen on April 6, 2015. We are sorry for any inconvenie TOWN OF BURGAW contact the Par the safety of our patrons must come first. For more information, Phone 910.259.2151 Fax 910.259.6644 Email: townofburgaw@townofburgaw.com at 910-259-1330.

Pend e r Count y Co m Web: www.townofburgaw.com mission Chairman David Williams gives a special recognition to Glenda Pridgen (above left) at Monday’s board meeting.

Pridgen, deputy clerk of the board, is retiring from 23 years of work with Pender County. Pridgen retires Jan. 1. Williams presented outgoing commissioner Chester Ward (below left) with a recognition.

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Merry Christmas

8th Annual Tree Festival and Home Tour

Luminary Service December 6 5:30 p.m. at Riverview Memorial Park, Wallace

Officiated by Pastor Bobby Smith of Wallace Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Donations go to local Boy Scout Troop 242.

Rain date is 12/13/14.

Sat., December 13, 2014 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Tickets Required.

Adults $8.00, Under 12 Free Tour starts at the Atkinson High School Auditorium 300 W. Henry St. Atkinson Tour the Tree Festival & Home Tour and return to the school at 8 p.m. for refreshments.

For more info. call 910.283.3000

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Tour starts at the Burgaw Train Depot where you will find a room full of beautifully decorated trees all provided by local businesses. From there the tour extends out into the community with several of our local homes, churches and offices.

Tickets are available through Museum members, Harrell's Department Store, Rochelle Furniture Store, Brown Dog Coffee, Burgaw Antiques' and Realty World.

Home and Tree Tour Tickets $15 each Children 3-10 $10 each or Tree Tour Tickets only $8 each Children 3-10 $6 each

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Participants in the parade shall not distribute or throw any candy or other favors during the parade.

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December 4, 2014

Section B

Sports

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Strong second half gives Pirates the win

Topsail cagers slip past Titans 68-58

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer After the Topsail men’s basketball team lost to White Oak in their season opener, Coach Jeff Gainey told his team to forget about that game. His team couldn’t buy a basket down the stretch despite getting the shots that he wanted.

“I told them that they would never have another game like that,” said Gainey. “I told them to forget about that game and move on.”

That’s what the Pirates did as they came into Trask and weathered an early storm to take a 68-58 win.

The Titans came out on fire with senior Tyquan Davis finding the range from beyond the arc early and often. The Titans took a 16-7 lead late in the quarter and rolled to a 24-13 advantage after eight minutes.

Davis ag ain found the range early in the second period. Topsail stayed true to their motion offense and it began to pay dividends. Pirate point guard Drew Bagwell and shooting guard Alec Baker began to find open spots in the Titan defense. Trask took a nine-point lead into the break but the Pirates seemed primed for a comeback.

A 6-1 run by the Pirates tightened things up with Trask clinging to a four-point lead.

The Topsail offense moved the ball around the perimeter with ease. They began to find open

spots in the Titan defense.

Junior Kobe Owsley scored on a putback to stretch the lead to six before Jake Sullivan answered with a drive to the bucket. The score was 45-42 Trask going into the final eight minutes.

A Sullivan free throw along with two more from Kodiak Dowling tied the score at 45-45.

A Titan bucket earned a twopoint cushion before a bucket and free throw by Dowling gave the Pirates their first lead of the game.

Another 6-1 run by Topsail gave the Pirates their biggest lead of the contest at 54-48 with just under five minutes to play.

A three-point play by Owsley along with two free throws

by Johnathan Jordan cut the lead to one point at 55-54.

Dowling scored four points in a row for the Pirates and Bagwell made several free throws to finish the Titans off.

Gainey said the win was as simple as making some shots.

“We just put the ball in the basket. We ran our offense and we played defense. This team is much better than last year’s team. The kids have put the time in to get better. They want to get better and they work hard. I’m excited about this year.”

Drew Bagwell scored 18 points to lead the Pirates while Alec Baker had 15. Kodiak Dowling had nine points for the Pirates.

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Topsail’s Alec Baker hit 15 points for the Pirates against Trask.

Tyquan Davis had 21 points but scored only three points in the second half. Johnathan Jordan added 11 points while Kobe Owsley chipped in seven.

Trask played in the Laney tournament while the Pirates next game is at Dixon on Dec. 3. The two teams will play each other again on Friday night.

Lady Titans edge Topsail 39-32

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Pirate Jake Sullivan shoots inside at a recent game in Hampstead.

Pender battles, falls to New Hanover in season opener

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer At first glance the Pender Patriots men’s basketball schedule looks like one from the Mideastern Conference.

The first five teams on the slate are MEC members with four of the five 4A combatants. Coach Gary Battle has always loaded his early dates with tough nonconference games by design.

“I want to see what we got.

If we can play with them early we should be pretty good later,” Battle said.

The Patriots first game of the year was against the New Hanover Wildcats. While the Pats fell by 15 points Coach Battle saw what he wanted to see.

The Wildcats could not pull away from the Patriots in the early going. the first quarter ended with New Hanover clinging to a four-point lead.

New Hanover began to turn the pressure up in the second

period. The Pats fought hard to stay with them but a sixpoint advantage in the second quarter gave the Wildcats a 3828 lead going into the break.

An eight-point advantage in the third frame gave the Cats an 18-point lead going into the final eight minutes. The Pats outscored the Wildcats 20-18 in the fourth period but it was not enough to win the game.

Jarious Williams led the Patriots with 16 points while Ronald Hansley added 12.

Romel Hansley had nine points while Jaylen Murphy chipped in 13.

Lady Patriots lose to New Hanover 67-21 On the girls side of things the Lady Patriots were in over their heads against a very good Lady Wildcat team. the Patriots trailed by 20 points at the break and never challenged in falling 67-21.

Both teams will play Laney at home on Tuesday before hosting the Bucs on Friday.

The Trask Lady Titans are under the tutelage of first year coach Matt Bagwell this year. Sitting beside him is veteran Coach Corinna Reese. Both coaches know what the Titans strengths are and what they need to work on.

Last week the Lady Titans stayed true to their strengths when they took a 39-32 win over Topsail.

The Titans opened up the contest with a trapping press.

They scored two quick buckets on layups and Topsail coach Jim Clanahan quickly called a time out to address his team’s ball handling.

The Pirates responded with a 10-0 run to end the quarter. Junior Keri White found her mark out on the perimeter and rattled home a three-pointer while Peyton Schoenleber scored as well.

The Pirates went into the second quarter with a 10-4 lead. White nailed two threepointers and the Titans an-

swered with Saniyya McAllister dropping a three. The score was Topsail 20, Trask 17.

White nailed another three-pointer and the teams went into the locker room with Topsail up by four at 2319.

Coach Reese addressed the Titans defense of the threepointer at the break with hopes that they could slow Keri White down.

“I told them that if they didn’t do something that she would beat them herself,” said Reese. Coach Bagwell made some adjustments and the Titans came out for the second half with a plan.

A Shawn Green bucket opened play and a threepointer by Markayla Ballard gave the Titans a one-point lead.

Both teams struggled from the field in the third frame.

McAllister made a threepointer to give the Titans a 27-25 lead with eight minutes left to play.

The game was a two-point

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Topsail Lady Pirate coach Jim Clanahan talks with his team. affair in the first three minutes of the fourth quarter.

McAllister scored four points in a row to give Trask a 34-30 lead with 1:30 left to play. A Rebecca Cooper bucket made the lead six points and the Titans went on to take a sevenpoint win.

McAllister led the Titans with 16 points while Markayla Ballard chipped in six.

Keri White led the Pirates

with 15 points. The Pirates shot 8-24 from the free throw line.

The Titans played in the Laney Tournament later in the week. They fell to Red Springs 55-45. The Titans were without one of their better ball handlers in Qua Schaefer for the tournament.

The Lady Titans will host Hoggard on Dec. 2 before traveling to Topsail on Friday.

Titan men beat Red Springs, fall to Laney in tourney

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Looking at the Trask men’s varsity basketball teams schedule it is quite apparent that coach Rodney Orr wanted to find out just how good his team was early in the year.

Orr has said repeatedly that he needs this team to be mentally tough.

Last week the Titans found themselves in a dogfight with Topsail before dropping a 10point decision.

After Thanksgiving they participated in the Laney Invitational Tournament where they beat Red Springs 71-56 before falling to host Laney 63-48.

In the Topsail contest the Titans took an early lead and seemed on their way to a convincing victory over their cross county rival. The teams went into the second half with Trask holding onto a ninepoint lead behind the threepoint shooting of Tyquan Davis. The senior sharpshooter

Staff photo by Bobby Norris

Trask’s Tyquan Davis launches a three-pointer over Topsail’s Andrew Bishop. had 18 points in the first half including four shots from behind the arc. However, he scored only three points in the second half as the Titans fell 68-58.

Davis had 21 points while Johnathan Jordan added 11 points. Kobe Owsley chipped in seven.

The Titans played Red Springs in the Laney Invita-

tional on Friday. Trask jumped out to an 18-10 lead after one period and stretched the lead to 10 at 33-23 at the break.

The Titan lead was 15 after three quarters of the game and stayed the same to the end.

Tyquan Davis had 14 points while Tynaffit Davis added 10.

The 4A Buccaneers were the next team on the schedule.

The Titans played the Bucs tough in the first half behind the play of forward Johnathan Jordan. The Titans cut the lead to one point late in the first half but trailed by four at the break.

The second half was all Laney as they began to attack the glass. The Bucs had a 10point advantage in the third frame and held court in the final eight minutes to take the win.

Jordan led the Titans with a career high 21 points to go along with 11 rebounds.

The Titans are 2-2 on the year. They hosted Hoggard on Tuesday. They will play at Topsail on Friday night.

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OnWithThe Mat Bobby Norris The Trask Titan grapplers visited Laney to participate in a duals match with east Carteret and the Bucs.

The Titans fell to Laney 61-12 and beat East Carteret 36-29. Matthew Cather and Joseph Chung went 2-0 on the night.

The Titans were without several athletes including two starters. Despite the loss, Coach Chris Johnson saw some things he liked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get the overall wins tonight but I saw major improvements up and

down the lineup. We were down two starters and we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a 106 or 113 yet so to give up four weight classes and still compete the way we did is pretty good. The young kids are starting to develop. we have looked better every match.â&#x20AC;? Johnson said.

The Pender wrestling coach has yet to contact the sports department concerning his team. We would like to give the Patriot grapplers some love but need help.

Topsail will be at New Hanover Dec.

In My Opinion

3. The top five wrestlers in the county are (5) Joseph Chung, Trask, (4) Juan Santiago, Trask, (3) Patrick Channell, Topsail, (2) Blake Reece, Topsail, and (1) Joe Schulthorpe, Topsail.

State baseball clinic set for Jan. 10 in Goldsboro The baseball clinic run by North Carolina High School Athletic Association Hall OF &AMER 'EORGE 7HITlELD is set for its 43rd annual renewal.

The clinic is scheduled for Goldsboro High School on Saturday, Jan. 10, and features another tremendous lineup. Registration is scheduled from 7:30-9 a.m, and then the clinic will run until 6 p.m.

The clinic is open to all players from Little League through high school, and all coaches at any level are welcome.

High school and middle school coaches may receive one unit of continuing education credit.

Clebe McClary, who is a Vietnam War hero, will be the kickoff speaker at 9:05, followed by Dr. Chris Hasty, who will speak on common baseball injuries for players and ways to prevent them.

Here are some of the other outstanding baseball people and topics that will be covered at this annual event: s7HAT COLLEGE COACHES and scouts are looking for in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s athletes will be discussed by Atlanta Braves scout Billy Best, UNCGreensboro assistant Joey Holcomb, Mount Olive assistant Jesse Lancaster, Bucknell assistant Jason Nietz and Louisburg head coach Keith Shumate. s0RACTICE ORGANIZATION FOR the high school coach will include Campbell head coach Justin Haire and retired Tulane head coach Rick Jones. s)NDOOR AND ON lELD DRILLS to become a better player will be discussed by North Carolina Wesleyan assistant Zach Alexander, Wake &OREST ASSISTANT *OEY (AMmond, and Duke assistant Andrew See. s0ITCHING WILL BE COVERED

by Pitt Community College head coach Tommy Eason, N.C. State assistant Scott &OXALL RETIRED 4ULANE HEAD coach Rick Jones, pitching coach Sam Narron of the Hagerstown Suns of the South Atlantic League, and East Carolina assistant Dan Roszel. s#ATCHING WILL FEATURE Richmond assistant Tanner Biagini, Eastern Wayne High School head coach James

Owsley makes it on hard work at Trask

&ULGHUM 6IRGINIA -ILITARY Institute head coach Marlin Ikenberry, Duke assistant J.J. Jordan, and Liberty assistant Garrett Quinn. s)NlELD PLAY INSTRUCtors will be retired Central &LORIDA HEAD COACH *AY Bergman, Georgia Southern head coach Rodney Hennon, UNC-Grensboro head coach Link Jarrett, Campbell assistant Chris Marks, and UNC-Wilmington head coach Mark Scalf. s/UTlELD PLAY WILL BE COVered by former Reds, Brewers, Braves and Giants major league manager Dave Bristol, Washington NationALS SCOUT 0AUL &AULK #OASTAL Carolina assistant Joe Hastings, Pitt Community College assistant Ben Sanderson and Potomac Nationals minor league player John Wooten. s"ASE RUNNING WILL FEATURE Methodist head coach Tom Austin, Myrtle Beach (SC) High School head coach Tim Christy, Catawba head coach Jim Gantt, North Carolina A&T assistant coach Ben Hall, and Limestone head coach Chris Wiley. s(ITTING WILL BE DISCUSSED

by New York Yankees major league scout Billy Godwin, East Carolina head coach Cliff Godwin, N.C. State assistant coach Chris Hart, Georgia Southern assistant Chris Moore, and High Point assistant Kenny Smith.

The only charge for the clinic is a pre-registration fee of $60 per person, which includes lunch. Any school or team that registers six or more people will be charged $50 per person. Deadline for the pre-registration phase is January 3, 2015.

Registration at the door will be $70.

Players 15 years of age and under may have their fathers attend for free, and they can eat lunch for just seven dollars.

There also will be exhibitors on hand with some outstanding opportunities to purchase baseball equipment. Participants will not need any equipment for the clinic, however.

Questions about the clinic may be directed to George at (919) 222-2018 or write him at 216 Hardingwood Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27534.

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I was at a basketball game the other day when I heard a couple of people talking about their kids coach. They said that they ought to give the money they are paid back because they had no clue. They went on to talk about everything from the coachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hair to their skin color to the way they were dressed. It made me think about all of the coaches that I know and what they go through on a daily basis.

Do you mean that they get paid to do that? Well, if I had that job we would do this and that and we would win the state championship.

Well pal, I have some bad news for you. s4HE PAY AIN T THAT GREAT Ron Watson once kept up with what he spent as the coach of the Trask softball team in one year and he went in the hole. I bet if you ask one of the coaches at the high schools about the money they get paid and they will laugh and say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not doing it for the money.â&#x20AC;? s#OACHING HIGH SCHOOL kids is like nothing youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever done. The boys think

Topsail grappler Blake Reece at a recent tournament.

State seeks input from sportsmen on whitetail deer disease

By Jefferson Weaver Contributing Writer If chronic wasting disease strikes the whitetail deer herd in North Carolina, state officials want to be ready.

A new response plan is currently under review by the Wildlife Resources commission for dealing with the disease, which has decimated deer herds in 23 states and two Canadian provinces.

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) is a transmissible and fatal neurological disease of cervids â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the family of mammals that includes whitetailed deer and elk, which are both native to North Carolina. No treatment or cure for CWD exists. Direct, animal-to-animal contact is a means of transmission, but evidence suggests that contaminated environments and equipment also present risks.

Microbes associated with CWD have been discovered in undisturbed earth as much as 20 years after the last CWDpositive cervid died in one Colorado deer park.

CWD can kill as much as 80 percent of the deer popula-

Hunt is the muscle for the Topsail Pirates

tion if conditions are favorable. Humans are not known to contract CWD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The proposed revisions for the CWD Response Plan improve an existing document, that would implement an effective action if CWD is detected in North Carolina,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Maria Palamar, wildlife veterinarian for the Commission. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We would need to act quickly and efficiently to minimize detrimental effects to native wildlife. Thankfully, CWD was not detected in an extensive statewide survey conducted this year by the Wildlife Commission.â&#x20AC;?

The disease has taken center stage in recent months as proponents of exotic hunting ranches have pressured the state to loosen CWD related health rules. Exotic deer â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;farmsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; where hunters pay top dollar for the chance to shoot species of deer found in Europe, Russia and Asia â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are considered a prime source for CWD. Illegal and/or improperly transfers of deer and other species between game ranches has been blamed for the spread of CWD in several cases.

CWD was a hot topic last week at a special committee meeting between the Wildlife Resources commission and legislators last week. The meeting was closed before the agenda was completed, due to statements made by several proponents and financiers of proposed deer parks.

Under pressure from the General Assembly, the Wildlife Commission recently approved lifting some restrictions on deer parks that house only non-native species.

Whitetail deer and elk may not be kept in preserves under the new rules, but Sitka, spruce, and other deer species can be raised for hunting purposes. At least one such preserve is reportedly on the planning table for the Brunswick-Columbus county border.

CWD has been confirmed in neighboring states, with West Virginia confirming in 2005, followed by Virginia in 2010 and Maryland in 2011.

Other CWD positive states are Ohio, North Dakota, Missouri, Michigan, New York, Utah, Illinois, Oklahoma, Minnesota, New Mexico, Wis-

consin, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wyoming, Colorado, Texas, Iowa and Pennsylvania. Also, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alberta and Saskatchewan provinces have reported CWD cases.

Scientists are researching live-animal diagnostic tests for CWD. Until a live test is approved, definitive diagnosis is based on post-mortem examination (necropsy) and testing. Scientists use a technique to test brain and lymph node tissue. Currently, only this testing is accepted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to confirm CWD. The N.C. Wildlife Resources is inviting public comment on draft revisions to the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposed response plan in the event of an outbreak of chronic wasting disease.

Comments may be made online at www.ncwildlife. org and clicking on â&#x20AC;&#x153;CWD Response Plan Commentsâ&#x20AC;? in the scroll bar; by email to maria.palamar@ncwildlife. org; or in writing to CWD Response Plan, 1722 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1722. Comments will be accepted through Dec. 15.

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When Heide Trask Titan menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball player Kobe Owsley shows up for practice there is one thing for sure â&#x20AC;&#x201C; he isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to waste time talking and playing around. He gets right down to business.

Owsley has worked his way up to the varsity with hard work and dedication.

He does the little things that usually do not show up in the scorebook.

During the game against Topsail, he went through a stretch where he had a put back and followed that up with a steal and assist. He played hard and did the dirty work for Trask and Coach Rodney Orr. As the season progresses and the conference slate grows near, the Titans will have to count on their whole roster to contribute.

Kobe Owsley will be in the mix for his hard work on the boards and on the defensive end of the floor.

When the Topsail Pirate basketball team hits the boards for a rebound there are several big guys that seem to crash the boards. Some have height while others have the girth and muscle to move their opponents around.

Senior Xander Hunt has both of those qualities which makes him a very important part of the Pirate hoops team.

Hunt is an aggressive defender. He gives 110 percent on both ends of the floor. His intensity is contagious as he navigates his way through the paint for Coach Jeff Gainey and the rest of the Pirates.

As the Pirates enter Mideastern Conference play they will need the muscle and aggressive play of Xander Hunt if they want to be a player in the 3A part of the conference.

His rebounding and defensive skills along with his play in the paint will be paramount for the Pirates success.

Some student-athletes rely on pure athletic skills while others have to work hard for what they get.

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices 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

APPROVING DISTRIBUTION AND SETTLEMENT OF THE ESTATE IN YOUR ABSENCE. This 19th day of November, 2014.

Charles T. Busby Charles T. Busby State Bar # 8207 Attorney for Dean Harvey Cleveland, Executor of the Estate of Harold Leon Grob P.O. Box 818 Hampstead, NC 28443 Phone: 910-270-8830 #6690 12/4,12/11,12/18, 12/25/14

est bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Beginning at an iron pipe in the Eastern line of Great Oak Drive (60 foot right-of-way) that is South 10 degrees 09 1/2 minutes West 33.67 feet from a point in said street at the Northern end of Curve No. 4 as shown on the map of Deerfield, dated February, 1975, and recorded in Map Book 13 at Page 59 of the Pender County Registry, said end of said curve being the Southern line of Creekview Drive (60 foot rightof-way) extended Eastwardly, said beginning point being the Northwestern corner of Lot 129, Deerfield, as conveyed to Robert D. Foster, Jr. and wife by deed recorded in Book 646 at Page 283 of said registry; running thence from said beginning point Northwardly along the Eastern line of Great Oak Drive as it curves to the West to the aforementioned point at the Northern end of said Curve No. 4, said point being North 10 degrees 09 1/2 minutes East 33.67 feet from the preceding point; thence North 8 degrees 45 minutes East along said line of said street 110.00 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 81 degrees 15 minutes East 358.07 feet to an iron pipe in the Western line of Lot 123, Deerfield, as conveyed to Thomas E. Lippincott and wife by Deed recorded in Book 580 at Page 110 of said registry, said pipe being South 26 degrees 24 minutes West along said Western line 40.04 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 15 degrees 35 minutes West along a Western line of said lot 43.31 feet to an iron pipe, the previous three calls being along the Eastern edge of a slough; thence North 78 degrees 26 minutes West crossing said slough 83.07 feet to an iron pipe in the Western edge of said slough, the Northeastern corner of said lot 265.00 feet to the point of beginning; the same containing 1.207 acres and being all of Lot 128, Deerfield, and also being part of Tract B as shown on the aforementioned map of Deerfield.

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

Said property is commonly known as 120 Great Oak Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443.

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 Terry L. Faircloth.

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.: 14-04893-FC01 #6694 12/4,12/11/14

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

13-SP-333 AMENDED 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 William T. Button, dated May 8, 2008 and recorded on May 20, 2008 in Book No. 3464 at Page 189 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 December 16, 2014 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Hampstead, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 102 Admiral Court, Hampstead, NC 28443. Tax Parcel ID: 4204-758971-0000 Present Record Owners: William T. Button 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, 020267-00163 P1120176 #6691 12/4,12/11/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Before the Clerk File # 13-E-394 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HAROLD LEON GROB NOTICE OF HEARING To: All persons interested in the settlement of the Estate of Harold Leon Grob You are hereby notified that DEAN HARVEY CLEVELAND, Executor of the Estate of Harold Leon Grob, by and through his attorney, Charles T. Busby, will appear before the Clerk of Superior Court of Pender County at the Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw, North Carolina, on January 6, 2015 at 10:00 am to request approval of the final distribution and settlement of the above-referenced estate.

IF YOU WISH TO BE HEARD ON THIS MATTER, YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THAT TIME AND PLACE. IF YOU FAIL TO APPEAR, THE CLERK MAY ENTER AN ORDER

14 SP 225 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 Terry Lee Faircloth and Deanna R. Faircloth to Douglas Douglas, Connie Iampieri, Trustee(s), which was dated June 24, 2005 and recorded on July 1, 2005 in Book 2706 at Page 265, 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 13 SP 162 foreclosed, the undersigned SubstiNOTICE OF tute Trustee will offer for sale at the FORECLOSURE SALE courthouse door of the county courtNORTH CAROLINA, house where the property is located, PENDER COUNTY or the usual and customary location Under and by virtue of a Power of at the county courthouse for conduct- Sale contained in that certain Deed ing the sale on December 19, 2014 of Trust executed by Ralph N. Winat 11:30AM, and will sell to the high- ley, Jr. to Tim, Inc., Trustee(s), which

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 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE BEFORE THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT NOTICE OF EXECUTOR The undersigned, having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Donald Edward Blalock, who died a resident of Pender County, North Carolina on October 8, 2014, does hereby notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at the address shown below on or before the 20th day of February, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 20th day of November, 2014 Donna A. Bailey, Executor c/o Richard A. Horgan, Esq. Attorney at Law 1213 Culbreth Drive, Wilmington, NC 28405-3639 (910) 256-0202 #6689 11/20, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11/14

was dated September 25, 1995 and recorded on September 25, 1995 in Book 1080 at Page 053 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on March 21, 2011 in Book 3903, Page 052, 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 December 19, 2014 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Being that 0.33 acres, more or less, located in the Town of Burgaw, Pender County North Carolina, adjacent to and West of the western right of way line of McRay Street and being more fully described as follows, to wit: Beginning at a point of intersection of the northern right of way line of Hayes Street with the western right of way line of McRay Street; and running thence, with the northern right of way line of Hayes Street South 77 deg. 00 min. West 181.5 feet to a point in the eastern line of an alley; thence with the eastern line of said alley North 13 deg. 00. min. West 80.00 feet to a point inline; thence, North 77 deg. 00 min. East 181.50 feet to a point in the western right of way line of McRay Street South 13 deg. 00 min. East 80.00 feet to the beginning, containing 0.33 acres, more or less. Being the same land described in Deed Book 750, Page 855 of the Pender County Registry.

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

Said property is commonly known as 401 South McRae Street, Burgaw, NC 28425.

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 Ralph N. Winley, Jr..

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.: 13-00273-FC01 #6695 12/4,12/1114

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 14SP220 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY TONY R. CROOM AND JENNIFER C. CROOM DATED FEBRUARY 23, 2007 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 3174 AT PAGE 24 AND

ASSUMED BY TYRONE TURNER, JR. AND LATOYIA SINTYAGO IN AGREEMENT RECORDED ON APRIL 29, 2010 IN BOOK 3766, PAGE 153 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED ON APRIL 29, 2010 IN BOOK 3766, PAGE 156 AND FURTHER MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT ON JULY 28, 2011 IN BOOK 3949, PAGE 142 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 December 16, 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 RAILROAD SPIKE IN THE CENTER OF THE PAVEMENT OF NCSR 1318, WHICH SAID SPIKE IS LOCATED NORTH 76 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 202.00 FEET FROM A SECOND RAILROAD SPIKE IN THE CENTER OF NCSR 1318 DIRECTLY OVER THE CENTER OF A LARGE METAL CULVERT POSSING UNDER SAID ROAD. SAID METAL CULVERT IS LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 1.0 MILES EAST OF NC HIGHWAY #117. SAID BEGINNING POINT BEING SO LOCATED RUNS THENCE AS FOLLOWS: 1 . WITH THE CENTER OF NCSR 1318 NORTH 78 DEGREES 50 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 414.32 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE THENCE. 2 . LEAVING SAID ROAD SOUTH 11 DEGREES 18 MINUTES WEST 214.58 FEET TO AN OLD IRON STAKE; THENCE, 3. SOUTH 30 DEGREES 21 MINUTES WEST 104.32 TO A POINT IN THE CENTER OF A DITCH, 4. WITH THE CENTER OF SAID DITCH NORTH 70 DEGREES 59 MINUTES 52 SECONDS WEST 465.64 FEET TO A NEW IRON PIPE SET IN THE BEND OF A DITCH; THENCE, 5. CONTINUING WITH SAID DITCH NORTH 08 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 09 SECONDS WEST 66.03 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. And Being more commonly known as: 1274 Croomsbridge Rd, Burgaw, NC 28425 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Tyrone Turner, Jr. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale.

Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale.

This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord.

You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

The date of this Notice is November 26, 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/ 14-057458 #6696 12/4,12/11/14

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IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 14SP219 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ROBERT L. NORRIS, JR. AND KAREN G. NORRIS DATED MARCH 8, 2007 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 3179 AT PAGE 94 AND MODIFIED BY AGREEMENT RECORDED NOVEMBER 10, 2010 IN BOOK 3848 AT PAGE 146 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 December 16, 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: BEING all of Lot 77 as shown on that certain four (4) plat series entitled “Recombination Plat - Turtle Cove Townhomes” prepared by Withers & Ravenel Engineers | Planners | Surveyors, dated 7/12/2006 and recorded in Map Book 43, Page 126, Slide 588 of the Pender County Registry.

TOGETHER WITH such rights in and to the Common Area for Turtle Cove Townhomes shown on the aforementioned plats, and as reserved in that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Turtle Cove Townhomes recorded in Book 3161, page 119 in the Office of the Pender County Registry, including but not limited to beach accesses, parking, ingress, egress and regress over and across the private drives of Lazy Day Drive and Crosswinds Drive, and access to and use of the swimming pool and related facilities appurtenant to the above described Lot 77, all as are derived from membership in Turtle Cove Townhome Owners Association, Inc. and ownership of a Lot or Lots with Turtle Cove Townhomes.

And Being more commonly known as: 132 Crosswinds Dr, Surf City, NC 28445 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Robert L. Norris.

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale.

Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord.

You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

The date of this Notice is November 26, 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/ 14-063036 #6699 12/4,12/11/14

Deadline for News and Advertising is Noon on Friday Call 910.259.9111 for more information.

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Legal Notices Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualiďŹ ed as Administrator of the estate of Gerald DuWayne LeMoine, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Gerald DuWayne LeMoine, to present them to the undersigned on or before March 12, 2015 at 101 Leslie Lane, Wilmington, NC 28411, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 4th day of December, 2014 JaNell Lucille Dowless 101 Leslie Lane Wilmington, NC 28411 #6692 12/4,12/11, 12/18, 12/25/14 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 14SP253 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY CHARLES CRYSEL DATED DECEMBER 18, 2009 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 3722 AT PAGE 234 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 December 16, 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 an existing iron stake at the intersection of the pavement centerlines of NCSR No 1001, old Back River Road, and NCSR No 1300 and runs thence, 1. With the pavement centerline of NCSR No 1300 and with the line of Penile Baptist Church, South 36 degrees 20 minutes 00 seconds West (passing an existing iron stake at 300.00 feet) a total of 324.06 feet to a PK nail; thence, 2. With a new line North 44 degrees 16 minutes 40 seconds West (passing an iron stake at 28.67 feet) a total of 128.25 feet to an iron stake; thence, 3. With a new line North 12 degrees 52 minutes 00 seconds East 123.80 feet to an iron stake; thence, 4. With a new line North 45 degrees 28 minutes 16 seconds East (passing an iron stake at 186.67 feet) a total of 216.42 feet to a PK nail in the pavement centerline of NCSR No 1001; thence, 5. With the pavement centerline of NCSR No 1001, old Black River Road, South 44 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 143.50 feet to the point of beginning, containing 1.16 acres, more or less, and being a part of that land described as First Tract in deed to CJ English as recorded in Deed Book 114 Page 594 of the Pender County Registry. The above survey was made by Charles V. Brooks III, LS L-554, during April 2002, with all lines being horizontal ground distance and relative to the 1965 Magnetic North Meridan as taken from map entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;EL English, Sr.â&#x20AC;? as recorded in Map Book 25 Page 114 of the Pender County Registry.

And Being more commonly known as: 6847 Englishtown Rd, Wallace, NC 28466 The record owner(s) of the property, as reďŹ&#x201A;ected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Charles Crysel.

The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS IS, WHERE IS.â&#x20AC;? Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the ofďŹ cers, 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 ďŹ ve percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred ďŹ fty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certiďŹ ed funds at the time of the sale.

This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit

paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing.

SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

The date of this Notice is November 26, 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/ 14-064755 #6698 12/4,12/11/14

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Scenes from the Town of Burgaw Christmas tree Lighting Staff photos by Katie H. Pettigrew

December 4, 2014

Section C

Living

Christmas at Poplar Grove

By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer

All of the hardworking little elves at Poplar Grove are busy decorating and planning for their big upcoming holiday event. The annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Show and Gift Show will take place Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. More than 80 artists, crafters, bakers and gift vendors will be featured for an afternoon of perusing one-of-a-kind and specialty pieces. Everyone is invited to get in the spirit and support the local vendors while checking some items off their shopping list.

Vendors will be set up on the grounds, in the Cultural Arts Barn and in the Agricultural Building.

Some of the many available items will be: jewelry, pottery, ornaments, wreaths, custom leather pieces, knitted hats and scarves, paintings and pine needle baskets. Edible purchases will include: pound cakes, handdipped chocolates, honey, kettle corn, jams, jellies and coffee in addition to a large variety of baked goods.

Gifts for baby, floral décor, clothing and pet items will be on site, as well.

Jersey Mike’s of Porter’s Neck and Poor Piggy’s will also be offering sub sandwiches, barbecue and brisket sandwiches, chicken tenders, fries, chips and drinks to enjoy during your visit.

Additionally, there will be a Christmas Open House offered that day. Felicia Greene, Director of Tourism, said that the Christmas Open House is Poplar Grove’s opportunity to open the doors and invite their neighbors to walk through a little bit of local history. Wagon rides will also be offered, weather permitting, for $2 per person.

“There is no charge to walk

through the 1850s Manor House, which we fill with natural decorations harvested right from our g rounds. We’ ll have Foy family members sharing personal and family stories with our guests,” Greene said. “Susan Wilzer will be playing the harp, and Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be on hand for the young. We’ll have wagon rides through the woods. The back lawn will be filled with local vendors prepared to complete your holiday shopping list,” said Felicia.

The walk through the manor house will take visitors back to memories of Christmas past. Interviews that date back to 1979 with Foy family members described their memories of Christmas at Poplar Grove.

“Christmas and Thanksgiving were two big holidays,” remembered Robert Lee Foy, Jr. “All the Foy family would be here for Thanksgiving.

We had a big meal, turkey, ham, and chicken. It was a very big time. We had cornbread dressing, sometimes oyster dressing.”

The Christmas meal was almost a repeat of the Thanksgiving meal.

The house was decorated with a live tree, and with cookies that were in the shape of Santa Claus and men and women. The house was decorated with holly, yaupon and smilax.

The banisters were draped with the smilax, and the holly and yaupon were hung over the doors.

Wreaths were made by wrapping moss around a wire and then stuffing it with the pine needles, pine cones and holly. The homemade wreath was hung on the front door, and the mantles were decorated with holly and yaupon and candles. The Foys used berries for color and clusters of

pine cones for decorations.

Robert Lee Foy, Sr.’s second wife, known by family members as Grandma Lee, remembered frozen eggnog, ambrosia, and the camellia bush out front as large as the third story of the manor house. Christmas was in the front parlor, and she had a card table set up with a puzzle to work on.

A day prior to the Christmas Arts and Crafts Show and Gift Show, the first annual Trails for Tails fundraising event will also be held. On Dec. 6, participants will start the day with a 5k at 9 a.m. From 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. there will be i n f l a t a b l e s, animal education and infor mation booths, Bessie’s Cow Pie Bingo and more. This fundraiser will benefit the Poplar Grove Animal Sanctuary. The decorated 1850 Manor House will be open for self-guided tours at a discounted rate of $7.

Guests can also enjoy the decorations on the g ro u n d s, and from noon until 3 p.m

with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the tenant house. Wagon rides will be offered, weather permitting, for $2 per person.

For a complete list of vendors for the Christmas Arts and Crafts Show, visit www.poplargrove.org.

Donations are greatly appreciated to support Poplar Grove’s mission of conservation, education and preservation.

Religion

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Lift up your heads, O you gates, be lifted up you ancient doors, that the King of Glory may come in. Who is the King of Gloryâ&#x20AC;? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. Lift up your heads, O you gates; lift them up, you ancient doors that the King of Glory may come in.

Who is the King of Glory? The Lord Almightyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;He is the King of Glory!

Psalm 24: 7-10 Ah, Christmas. The stores have been decorated since Halloween. Merchandise fills the shelves. Christmas carols are already playing on loud speakers everywhere. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Tis the season to be jolly and generous.

There are other signs of the season of course, more positive, like rehearsals for the Messiah. Now thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something worth doing. In one part of the Messiahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lyrics proclaim Lift up your heads, O ye gates and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors and the King of glory shall come in. Who is the King of glory?

The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle, the Lord of Host, He is the King of Glory!

The words come from Psalm 24. Of course, the psalm speaks of God. God is the King of Glory. But there is a legend about this psalm.

It says that after Jesus died, he went to Sheol, the place of the dead, and commanded the gates to open with these words from the psalm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that He Jesus the King of Glory

might come in. The gates open Jesus enters and brings out all those who honor God and carries them to heaven.

Jesus comes, the great King of Glory, to redeem His people. That is what we call forth on this day, in this season.

On Christ the King Sunday, which falls just before the beginning of Advent, we call to mind the reigning King of Salvation, the risen Christ who rules over all and dispenses grace and favor. We celebrate the King of Life, the Savior of the world. In a sense, we begin at the end of things, seasonally speaking.

Jesus kingship is established by his resurrection.

From the grave He rises to rule over heaven and earth.

From the tomb He returns to reign, to be King forever.

His eternal rule is the end of the story that we will begin to tell in Advent and Christmas.

His everlasting reign is the ultimate result of His whole earthly existence.

Christ the King is the end of the story. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to call that to mind as we begin again to celebrate the events of His life.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to celebrate Christ and His kingship just so we will know where all of this is going, where it is leading us. What Christ in the end will do for us. We celebrate the majesty and might of Christ the King. We revel in the King of Glory.

I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think I really appreciated this idea of Christ the King fully until I saw first hand the Graham Sutherland tapestry in Coventry Cathedral in Coventry Eng-

land first hand. Some of you will not know that during WW II, Coventry Cathedral was bombed to ruins by the Nazis.

The beautiful Anglican Cathedral was a pile of rubble. Besides the ruins of that great cathedral was built a new and modern cathedral.

My wife Ann and I were able to see it during our time in Scotland many years ago.

The new Cathedral is a wonder of architecture, high arches sweeping upward toward the heavens, drawing ones gaze up towards the heavens as well. It is a magnificent structure.

The center piece of the entrance way is a tapestry, a massive tapestry, rising more than 70 feet high and nearly 40 feet wide. The background is floral green symbolizing new growth and high and lifted up on the tapestry is

the image of the risen Christ, dressed in white, seated on a throne with His hands raised in a sign of blessing and peace. He is enclosed in an oval of gold with Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s glory shining down on him. He is the victorious Christ.

Here is an image of one who has suffered but through his suffering obtained glory.

He has risen above his suffering to majesty. It is an awesome sight and it points us to the unmistakable kingship of Jesus. Jesus is King, your king, my king, the king of all.

During Advent, we honor and praise the king. The king who is coming in Bethlehem, The king who suffered in majesty, the king, our king, King Jesus who reigns in glory. This is the end of the story and it begins again for us here with the true meaning of Christmas.

Friday Dec. 5 Barbecue fundraiser and indoor yard sale Dec. 5 from 10 a.m until sold out. Burgaw Holiness Church, 416 W. Bridgers Street, Burgaw. Eat in or take out barbecue pork plates are $7 each plate includes cole slaw and hush puppies, free tea for those who eat in. All proceeds will go to help fund Crystal Hornbecks up coming missions trip to Kenya, Africa in January 2015. She will be there for four months. Please come out and show your support. You can pre-order at 259-5447.

Church Directory NEW BEGINNING CHURCH

corner of Fremont & Wright Street (Courthouse Square) Burgaw, N.C. â&#x20AC;˘ 910-619-8063

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

311 S. Campbell St. Burgaw, NC 910.259.6007

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All are welcome! Pastor Bill Howell

FRIENDLY COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

1730 US Hwy. 117 N. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-3046 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m., 6 p.m. www.fcbcb.org

ST. M ARYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHURCH

An Episcopal - Lutheran Community 506 S. McNeil Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 910.259.5541 Sunday Worship Service with Holy Eucharist: 11 a.m. www.stmaryschurchburgawnc.org

BURGAW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

200 E. Fremont St. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425

Sunday School: Sunday 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Service: 11:00 a.m.

RILEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

19845 NC Hwy. 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457 910-675-2127

Jim Herchenhahn / Pastor Worship Services: 8:30 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Youth each Sunday at 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday evenings: Meal at 6:00 p.m. / Study for all ages 7:00 p.m.

WESTVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

5610 Hwy. 53 W â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 (Across from Pender High)

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

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MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

607 S. Walker Street â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425

Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Dinner at 6:00 p.m. and classes at 7:00 p.m.

409 Roland Avenue Surf City, NC 910.328.1887 www.eastcoastsports.com

FAITH HARBOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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Donations Needed

Pender County Christian Services is open Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Donations of canned food, clothing, household items, etc. can be left at 210 W., Fremont St., Burgaw.

BURGAW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

110 E. Bridgers Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-259-2295 Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

CENTERVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

18577 NC 53 E, Kelly, NC â&#x20AC;˘ 910-669-2488

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Discipleship Training: 6:00 p.m. Rev. Ryan Carter

CURRIE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

28396 Hwy. 210 W. â&#x20AC;˘ Currie (1/2 mile from Moores Creek Battlefield)

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Worship: 11 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday: 7 p.m.

CALVARY CHAPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH

54 Camp Kirkwood Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Watha, NC 28478 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-448-0919

Pastor: Tony Fontana Sunday School: 10 a.m. Sun. Worship: 11 a.m. & 7 p.m.

Bible Study: Wednesday 7 p.m. Youth Group: Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

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JORDANS CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 4670 Stag Park Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-259-5735 Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

MOORES CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

3107 Union Chapel Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Currie, NC 28435

Sunday School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer Service & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC CHURCH

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1303 Hwy. 117 â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC â&#x20AC;˘ 910-259-2601

Rev. Roger Malonda Nyimi, Pastor Sunday: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. Mass Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. Mass

Please send us your church news and announcements to posteditor@post-voice.com

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Fruit cake and quick bread recipes

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By Hope Cusick Contributing Writer The holidays give us an opportunity to make gifts out of our special recipes. Here is a tasty fruitcake (use the fruits you like) and some quick breads of various flavors.

Making them well in advance and refrigerating or freezing them enhances their flavors.

Make sure to wrap them in plastic wrap after being fully cooled then wrap in foil before freezing.

Enjoy.

Simple fruit cake These cakes should be made at least 5 days before use for best flavor, the longer they sit in the rum the better they taste.

3 cups chopped dried fruit (I use pineapple, apricots, cherries, and dates.)

1 cup chopped pecans (16 whole pecans for top decoration) 1½ cups golden raisins Dark rum 4 cups unbleached flour, divided 1 teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt 12 tablespoons butter, softened 2 cups granulated sugar 5 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla In a large bowl put the dried fruit and raisins; add enough rum to cover the fruit completely. Let it sit for two hours, then drain the fruit well; reserving rum for later use. Toss fruit with ½ cup flour, set aside.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Spray two 9 x5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;inch loaf pans

with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

Whisk together the remaining 3 ½ cups flour together with the baking powder and salt.

In a mixing bowl cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each one.

Beat in vanilla.

Beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture, with the mixer on low and increasing the speed to medium as the flour is incorporated until the batter is smooth. Scrape sides of bowl with a spatula to be sure all is combined.

Fold in fruit then add the pecans. The batter will be very thick and heavy. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans. Tap the pan a few times on the counter so the batter evens out. Place eight pecans down the center of each cake.

Bake in a 350-degree oven for about one hour or until the cakes test done. Place the pans on wire racks until they are cool, then remove them and cool completely on wire racks.

After the cakes have been removed from the pans and are completely cool, soak cheesecloth in drained reserved rum and wrap each cake in it. Then wrap the cakes in aluminum foil to hold the cheesecloth in place, and put them in resealable plastic bags. Let them sit at room temperature for two to three days for the rum to soak in. Then soak the cloth again and replace it as you eat the cakes.

Sweet potato pecan-apricot quick bread This tastes better after sitting for a day or two. Make a softened butter and ground cinnamon for this bread.

1 cup sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed ½ cup canola oil ½ cup light brown sugar Ÿ cup water 2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla 2Ÿ cups all-purpose flour ž cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or 5-Five Spice Powder Pinch of salt ½ cup chopped pecans ½ cup chopped dried apricots, previously soaked in apple juice or rum 1 teaspoon orange zest Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Line a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides; spray well with cooking spray.

In a bowl beat together sweet potatoes, vegetable oil, brown sugar, water, eggs, and vanilla.

In another bowl separately whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.

Bake in a 350-degree oven for 60-70 minutes or until tested done when a toothpick comes out clean.

Let cool for one hour, then remove loaf from the pan and place on a wire rack to cool completely.

Bacon and kale bread Make a garic powder and onion powder with dill in softened butter for this bread.

2 large onions, chopped 5 ounces chopped kale or spinach 1-2 tablespoons olive oil 4 slices crisply cooked bacon, crumbled ž cup sour cream ½ cup canola oil 2 large eggs, room temperature 1ž cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons powdered rosemary 1 teaspoon powdered thyme 1½ teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon lemon zest Pinch of salt and fresh ground black pepper Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Line a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides; spray

well with cooking spray.

In a skillet caramelize onions and olive oil on medium low heat for 25-30 minutes.

Set aside.

In a bowl stir together sour cream, canola oil, and eggs.

In another bowl whisk together flour, sugar, rosemary, thyme, baking powder, lemon zest, baking soda, salt and pepper; then add in caramelized onions, mix well.

Fold wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Fold in kale and crumbled bacon mix well.

Bake in a 350-degree oven for 45-50 minutes or until tested done when a toothpick comes out clean.

Let cool for 30 minutes then turn out and place on a wire rack to cool completely.

Blueberry corn bread Make a soft butter with honey for this bread when serving.

1Ÿ cups flour ½ cup fine yellow cornmeal 1Ÿ teaspoons baking powder Pinch of salt 1 stick butter, softened ž cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1½ teaspoons vanilla 1 teaspoons lemon zest ž cup milk 1Ÿ cups blueberries tossed with 1-tablespoon flour from flour above Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Parchment paper line a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan, leaving an overhang on two sides; and vegetable spray.

In a bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl with an electric mixer beat together butter and sugar until fluffy; beat in eggs and vanilla, then add milk, mix well. Beat in the dry ingredients. Pour into prepared pan.

Bake in a 350-degree oven for 55-65 minutes or until tested done with a toothpick.

Cool for 20 minutes then turn out and pace on a wire rack to cool completely.

9ecckd_jo D[mi ;l[dji 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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. â&#x20AC;&#x153;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,â&#x20AC;? said event chair Sandy Blake. â&#x20AC;&#x153;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,â&#x20AC;? 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 259-

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December Dash Saturday It is Christmas costume time, and this time you need to wear yours for the December Dash on Saturday morning, December 6 in Surf City. Be a Dancer or Prancer if you want â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the 5K on the Community Center course will begin at 9 am while the alternate One Mile Fun Run starts at 9:15 am.

It only costs $15 for the 5K and $10 for the Fun Run. Of course the race event includes a costume contest â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you can even get in the Christmas spirit by wearing a Santa hat if you wish.

Bring canned or unopened boxed food to be donated to the Community Holiday Assistance Program to receive a free raffle ticket; additional tickets may be purchased for $1 and there will be plenty of prizes.

Registration can be done on paper at the Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Drive or you can go to www.active.com to do it online (includes a small processing fee).

Race Director for this special event is Sarah Taylor, a Dixon High School senior who is doing it as her senior

project along with working on the Community Holiday Assistance Program. She is being assisted by Surf City Wellness Coordinator Linda Carlsen and Surf City Parks & Recreation Assistant Alexi Derstine. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The December Dash is a great warmup event for me and Mrs. Claus,â&#x20AC;? says Santa who learned about it recently via the Polar Vortex. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Need to get in shape for jumping down all those chimneys in just a few weeks.â&#x20AC;?

As always, volunteers are need to make the December Dash a big success so please contact wellness@townofsurfcity.com or call the Community Center at (910) 3284887.

Christmas break volleyball instruction clinic More volleyball instruction is on the way. Surf City Parks and Recreation will again host a two-part Surf City Holiday Volleyball Skills Clinic over Christmas break on consecutive Mondays. Head coach for this event is Lacey Van Dalen, an experienced volleyball coach who has already participated in a variety of Surf City programs.

Lacey originally hailed from Maryland where she

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Eight through 11 year-olds will hit the court from 10 a.m. until noon and 12 to 16-yearolds will take over the gym from 1-3 p.m. Part 1 (Dec. 22) will focus on the basics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; setting, passing and serving. Part II (Dec. 29) will be positional specialties â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hitting, blocking, serve/receive, and defense.

The cost is $30 for the entire clinic or $20 for Part 1 or Part

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Low Income Energy Assistance Program taking applications The Pender County Department of Social Services will accept applications for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program LIEAP Dec. 1 – Mar. 31from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Pender County Department of Social Services. Applications will also be taken from 10:00 – 12pm on the following days at the following sites: s2OCKY 0OINT #OMMUNITY Center, Rocky Point Wednesday, Dec. 3. s!TKINSON 4OWN (ALL !Tkinson Thursday. Dec. 4. s , E E S # H A P E L " A P T I S T Church, Maple Hill Tuesday, Dec. 9. s4OPSAIL 3ENIOR #ENTER

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Applications for those age 60 and older or disabled persons receiving service through the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) will be taken Dec. 1-31. If funding is still available, all others can apply beginning Jan 1.

Households must make an application for LIEAP Heating Assistance. LIEAP Payments will be paid directly to the provider.

For more information contact Pender County DSS at 910259-1240. All applicants need to bring a copy of a current utility bill if possible.

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More than 100 people attended the RSVP Veteran’s Day program at Pender Adult Services in Burgaw Nov. 11.

Veterans honored at Pender Adult Services A new Veterans Day celebration has started at Pender Adult Services in Burgaw.

Barbara Mullins, Retired Senior Volunteer Program Director and Michael Harris, Pender County Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Center Outreach Director, organized a special program for Pender County Veterans. More than 100 people participated and all were eager to honor the

veterans.

The film Honor Flight was shown and there were eight veterans of WWII in attendance. All veterans received a special poem and lapel pin which was presented by the Pender High School ROTC. RSVP volunteers greeted and thanked each veteran and each was given an American flag to commemorate this day.

Hospice honored WWII vet-

erans with a special certificate and thank you. Refreshments completed the program, leaving plenty of time for veterans to mingle and share with each other. It is always so special to have this time together.

Thank you to all who attended and to all that worked to make this celebration a huge success. Special thanks to Rev. Patricia Slomanski for her beautiful music; Lon-

nie Davenport, Commander American Legion, for his presentation of Armistice Day; Hart’s Florist for the wonderful plants; Harrell’s Funeral Home for providing additional seating; Pender High School ROTC for the fine recognition given our veterans.

RSVP is already planning next year’s event and looking forward to involving more people in our community.

Heritage Place Happenings

By Jennifer Mathews Pender Adult Services We are grateful to all our volunteers this Thanksgiving. They extend our services through their gift of time and companionship that they give.

We are grateful for our health and fitness. It has been a challenging year for me and I appreciate all of your prayers and good thoughts. Having taught Geri-fit and taken classes at Fitness Fusion, I was more prepared to physically face surgery and chemotherapy this year. I would encourage all of you to challenge yourself to be more active. Find time for exercise with a friend. Join us for Geri-fit or for Tai-Chi or

Pilates or Yoga. Fit over Fifty might be for you.

We are grateful for our cancer support group. It has been rewarding as we find courage from each other. We will meet again January 15 and have a speaker from the American Cancer Society with us. We meet the third Thursday from noon until 1 p.m.

Considering something new for 2015? We would love for you to join us to learn a new craft or practice an old one. Basket classes will begin Jan. 13 at Topsail from 9 .a.m. until 1 p.m. and at Heritage Place Jan. 14 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Class fee is $18 for 60 and up and $28 for 59 and under.

Are you interested in learning to crochet? An eight-week

crochet class is offered that will teach you the basics on Tuesdays from 9 a.m until noon. Class fee is $16 for 60 and over and $25 for 59 and under.

Geri-fit is a light weight lifting class that meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 11-11:50 a.m in Burgaw and from 9-9:45 a.m. at the Topsail Center.

Anna Eubanks will teach you jewelry making on Tuesdays at Heritage Place from 1-3 p.m. Class fee is $8 for 60 and up and $15 for 59 and below.

Knitting groups meet at both centers. The group shares patterns and ideas as well as lots of conversation. Burgaw group meets on Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m. at Heritage Place The Topsail Center group meets Wednesday from 9:30-11:30

a.m. See the schedule for other opportunities. For more information call 910-259-9119.

By Barbara Mullins RSVP coordinator The Retired Senior Volunteer Program celebrated with a special Thanks a Million RSVP Volunteers Dinner Nov. 18. Eighty of the 129 volunteers were present and heard about the success of their RSVP program from its beginning Nov. 1, 2010 through Nov. 1, 2014.

We are proud of our accomplishments and ability to help seniors remain independent at home for as long as possible. With dedicated and energetic volunteers, RSVP is able to expand their Meals on Wheels program to Atkinson/Currie; highlight the importance of networking so we can assist seniors find more resources; tutor reading in middle school and assist students overthe-hump to better reading

scores; provide an important mentor/role model to our developmentally challenged group of eight that work in the community side-by-side our RSVP volunteer.

No one dreamed RSVP could build such a presence in a county as large as Pender.

But if you go to Surf City, Atkinson, Maple Hill, you are sure to hear RSVP spoken there. Our goal is to make a Difference in someone’s life each day and together we can and do accomplish this.

During this Christmas season, please remember those in need. Be thankful for your blessings, share your gifts of time, and receive the return of knowing you have made a difference.

Want to see what else is special about RSVP? Call Barbara at 910-259-9119 (ext 329).

Pender Adult Services Transportation Headed out of town? Call to see how far we can take you for $3 one-way. Travel has some restrictions, so call 259-9119 ext. 1 for more information.

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Topsail Center Thanksgiving

By Kay Stanley Topsail Center Director We would like to thank Blake’s Chapel Church for providing a Thanksgiving meal to our Meals on Wheels clients that were alone this Thanksgiving. Thanks to Topsail Presbyterian Church Preschoolers for making Thanksgiving place mats for

our seniors. They are so pretty.

Also thanks to Joanne Adcock with Modern Woodmen for the two beautiful trees on our lawn for us to enjoy.

We hope all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and will come join us for our Christmas party Dec. 16 at 10 a.m. Bring a goodie to share and have a chance to visit with Santa.

We look forward to offering a new free informal art class beginning Jan. 5 at the Topsail Senior Center in cooperation with the Hampstead Art League.

Come learn to paint or work in any art medium. Supplies for classes are not provided.

This is a group led class. Class members help each other. The class is open to all persons

Memorial and Honorary Giving Program Your Gifts to Pender Adult Services, Inc are acknowledged with grateful appreciation In Memory of Sallie Howell

By Gail Panipino and Diane Mangus Community Contributors Emma B Anderson Westview UMC Willarlea Ruritan Club Thank you for your continued support!

A Special Thank you to Mission Baptist Church and Blake’s Chapel Church for providing Thanksgiving meals for Meals on Wheels.

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Participants are excited about a new Line Dancing Class Fridays at 11 a.m. Join us to learn some new steps and get some fun exercise. The eight-week class fee is $8 for 60 and over and $12 for 59 and under. If you have any questions please contact Kay Stanley at Topsail Senior Center at 910270-0708.

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G er i - f i t i s a 4 5 - minu t e strength training exercise class for older adults. There is no aerobics, choreography or dancing, and best of all, there’s no floor work.

Most of the exercise are performed seated in chairs.

Requires just a set of twopound dumbbells, a stretch band and water to drink during the workout. The class is open to men and women of all senior ages and fitness levels and work out at your own pace. Classes are taught by a certified instructor with eight 45minute classes in each term. Classes are offered at the Topsail Center each Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m. To register, call Jennifer Mathews at 910-259-9119 ext 303.

Silver Sneakers Fitness Fusion is an accredited partner in the Silver Sneakers Fitness program.

With Silver Sneakers, you get lots of options. If you’re a group retiree, or part of a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement Health plan, you may already have a Silver Sneakers membership.

Call your Health Plan today to see if you are eligible, then come see us at Fitness Fusion.

Pender Adult Services December 2014 Calendar Wellness Checks -Provided by PAS Fitness Fusion - 1st Wednesday 9:30 am Dec 10 – Low Income Energy Assistance Program (TSC) 10:00 – 12:00 Dec 10 – Veteran’s Support Group (TSC) – 2:00 pm Dec 10 – PAS CNA Christmas Party (HP) 3:00 pm Dec 11 – Low Income Energy Assistance Program (HP) 10:00 – 12:00

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Dec 12 – Hope for the Holidays Grief Group (TSC) 10:00 am Dec 16 – Retinal Screening (TSC) 9:30 – 1:00 pm

Seniors Christmas Party at Topsail will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at 10:00 am. It is a Topsail tradition to bring goodies to share.

Everyone is asked to bring a toy or small item for Toys For Tots.

Dec 16 – Christmas Party (TSC) 10:00 – 11:30 am Dec 18 – Christmas Party (HP) 11:30 – 1:00 pm Dec 24 – 26 Christmas Holidays (centers closed) No Meals – Dec 22 – Jan 2 Blood Pressure Screenings -Provided by PC Health Dept Topsail Senior Center – 3rd Thursday 11 – 1 Heritage Place – 4th Thursday 11 – 1

Please wear your Christmas colors!

For more information please call Kay Stanley 270-0708.

Support Groups P C Blind Group Heritage Place – 2nd Wednesday 1 pm Contact Patricia Miller, services for the blind

Seniors Christmas Party at Heritage Place will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2014 at 11:30. Please bring a toy or small item for Toys for Tots!

Wear your Christmas Colors!

Questions?

Call Jennifer Mathews at 259-9119.

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