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Farmers’ Market opens The Farmers’ Market opens April 1 at Poplar Grove for another season of fresh produce and more. Read about the market on page 1B

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Zombie run at Cape Fear Middle School Topsail Beach hearing on paid parking April 7 Businesses worry paid parking could send day visitors elsewhere

By Tammy Proctor Post & Voice Staff Writer Should the Town of Topsail Beach charge one-day visitors to park?

On April 7, at 7 p.m. town officials are conducting a public hearing to answer that question.

According to town officials, paid parking is a possible revenue that will help fund the town’s 30-year beach, inlet, and sound maintenance program.

Currently there is no paid parking anywhere on Topsail Island, which invites many day trippers to the beach during the summer months. Topsail Beach business owners are concerned the possibility of paid parking could send beach visitors elsewhere on the island.

During the Mar. 11 town meeting, commissioners said the idea of charging for parking is still in the “embryonic” stage.

“It’s conceived but far from delivery yet,” said Mayor How-

ard Braxton.

Commissioners said a contract with a third party supplier could possibly yield the town $60,000 to $100,000.

Some of the ideas being considered by commissioners include a $10 per day charge for “one day trippers.”

Commissioner Larry Combs said locals and vacation renters would be given passes. That was an option that was discussed.

Another option considered is giving those who pay to park a discount at local merchants.

Paid parking, according to town officials, is a way to get those who do not pay toward the upkeep of the beach to help support the beach program.

The public hearing regarding paid parking fees will be conducted at 7 p.m.

The regular meeting of the town commissioners will begin at 6 p.m., April 7.

Anyone with questions regarding the public hearing should call the town hall at 910-328-5841.

Pender rate down from one year ago

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Cape Fear Middle School drama teacher Noah Harrell and a group of student zombies put the fear in Cape Fear as they pursue other students in the school’s zombie run Mar. 21. See more photos of the event on Facebook.

Pardons of Innocence: The Wilmington 10

Film on Wilmington 10 at Burgaw Courthouse Saturday

By Rochelle Whiteside Special to the Post & Voice The Pender Arts Council will sponsor the historic documentary, Pardons of Innocence: The Wilmington 10, produced by Cash Michaels and the National Newspaper Publishers Association Mar. 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the main courtroom of the Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw.

The admission is free.

This comprehensive film traces the Civil Rights Movement, both nationally and locally, from the Supremacist Revo-

lution of 1898, in Wilmington through the trial, conviction and eventual pardon of the Wilmington 10.

Film, as all art forms, is a reflection of a culture and a vehicle for change; with the capacity to teach us about our history so that we can understand our present, enabling us a to make a thoughtful plan for our future.

By understanding the heavy price paid to secure our rights, we are inspired to work for a healthy, positive future.

When we understand the struggle of those who have gone before us, it may

open our eyes to the responsibility which has been placed on our shoulders to work for the best world we can make.

The Pender Arts Council is proud to show this Pender County Premiere in the very courtroom where the Civil Rights Activists, know as the Wilmington 10 were tried and convicted for offenses for which they were later pardoned. It is a story of a troubled time. It is our history.

If viewed with the spirit of justice and forgiveness, it can be the catalyst for the bright future to which we all aspire.

Employment picture improves, official says

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher The Pender County unemployment rate has improved dramatically from one year ago, according to figures released last week by the N.C. Department of Commerce.

The January 2015 rate was 6.4 percent, down from 8 percent a year ago. The January figure was up from the December figure of 5.2 percent.

“That is typical for January to be up because of retail layoffs from the holiday season,” said Rosemary Pittman, director of the Burgaw office of the Division of Workforce Solutions. “The figure is down

from a year ago and we are fortunate to have a number of employers adding positions.

We have the usual small employers that are adding a few employees here and there. We also have Acme Smoked Fish that have added many workers and Walmart is also hiring about 80 people. It is really picking up. We are getting ready to go into the tourism season and they will begin hiring.”

P i t t m a n s ay s t h e n ew Burgaw Walmart is in the interviewing phase of hiring.

“Walmart officials have been pleased with the number

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Wallace wants sewer rate hike; Burgaw asks for proof of costs

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher The town of Wallace is asking Burgaw for another sewer rate increase – a 7.5 percent increase on top of a 10 percent hike last year.

Burgaw town manager Chad McEwen is asking Wallace to justify the rate increase. According to the contract between the towns, rate increases are tied to rising operational costs at the Wallace waste water facility.

“Part of the contract spells out what our rate can be based on. It’s the operating expense of their plant plus the depreciation of their plant,” McEwen said.

Wallace increased the rate by 10 percent last year but Burgaw did not pass the rate increase on to customers. Now, with a total of 17 percent

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in less than two years, McEwen is taking a close look at the contract.

“We are asking Wallace for additional information as to why this increase is justified.

We have had several conversations with them regarding the contract. There seems to be some differences of opinion on what can be factored into the rate,” McEwen said. “We are trying to work through those issues. It’s safe to assume there will be some sort of increase from Wallace to Burgaw. The board of commissioners will have to determine whether or Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew not there will be an increase to our customers.

If we don’t go up on our rates, we will have to Members of the Burgaw Area Garden Club gathered at the Burgaw Depot Mar. 23 for look at cutting some expenses in the water and their annual spring luncheon. The luncheon helps support club projects such as landscaping and decorating at Safe Haven and the Pender County Museum, supporting sewer budget.”

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Arrest report

Freddie Martin Andrews, 42, 19056 Hwy 210, Rocky Point.

Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 cash.

David Henry Blanton, 22, 3058 Herrings Chapel Road, Burgaw.

Felony probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under secured.

Antwan Dominique Carr, 31, 3926 Hwy 117S Lot 6, Burgaw.

Felony probation violation (2 counts) Released under $100,000 secured bond.

Charles Ray Fisher, 62, 319 Forest Edge Road, Hampstead.

Improper use of traffic lane, driving while impaired. Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $1,000 secured bond.

William Edward Goff, Jr., 200 Woodbine Terrace, Burgaw.

Felony larceny, felony possession of stolen goods, first degree trespassing/enter remin, injury to real property. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $25,000 secured bond.

Larry Joshua Goodson, 34, 2154 Pelican Walk, Hampstead.

Injury to real property, criminal contempt. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $5,000 secured bond.

Eric Robert Hall, 21, 91 Broken Spur Ct., Rocky Point. No operators license. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office Released under $1,000 secured bond.

Brandi Amandi Laine Hoff, 28, 55 Michigan Ave., Surf City.

Probation violation. Incarcerated with no bond.

Charity Croom Lane, 38, 64 Thornbury Drive, Rocky Point.

Driving while impaired, improper use of traffic lane. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $800 secured bond.

James Christopher Lowe, 29, 614 Lanier Road. Rocky Point.

Child support (2 counts). Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $4,237.20.

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Burgaw employees distribute free tree seedlings at the town’s Arbor Day celebration last week.

Pender EMS & Fire Report Mar. 14-20

EMS Report Total number of Patient Contacts: 214 Calls per station Burgaw Station 1 37 Sloop Point Station 14 29 Hampstead Station 16 37 Surf City Station 23 15 Topsail Beach Station 4 9 Union Station 5 18 Rocky Point Station 7 31 Maple Hill Station 8 2 Atkinson Station 9 26 Scott Hill Station 18 7 Hwy 421 South Station 29 3 Type of Calls Cancelled: 17 Cancelled en-route: 3 No patient found: 3 No treatment required: 3 Refusals: 61 Stand by: 3 Transported: 119 Treated and released: 5 Fire Department Reports Total number of Fire Calls: 14 EMS First Response: 34 Motor Vehicle Crash: 10 Cancelled Response: 6 Calls per station Rescue Station 1 Burgaw EMS 2 Motor Vehicle Crash 3 Cancelled 6 Fire Station 14 Sloop Point Fire 3 Motor Vehicle Crash 2 EMS Assist 8 Fire Station 16 Hampstead Fire 0 Motor Vehicle Crash 3 EMS Assist 4 Fire Station 18 Scotts Hill Fire 4 Motor Vehicle Crash 1 EMS Assist 10 Fire Station 21 Long Creek Fire 5 Motor Vehicle Crash 0 EMS Assist 5 Fire Station 28 210/Cross Creek Fire 0 Fire Station 29 Hwy 421 South Fire 2 Motor Vehicle Crash 1 EMS Assist 5

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Brandon Taylor Maultsby, 20, 1486 Kings Landing Rd., Hampstead. Felony larceny. Released with no bond listed.

Ethan Earl Pace, 24, 15987 Hwy 421, Burgaw. Second degree sexual offense. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond listed.

Jaun Reyes, 43, 46 Tulip Ct., Rocky Point. Driving while impaired. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $1,500 secured bond.

Wendell Cleve Rice, III. Lot 1 Cedar Grove MHP, Rocky Point.

School attendance law viol. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,800 secured bond.

Dylan Lee Sawyer, 22, 155 Cornel Lane, Surf City. Sell marijuana (2 counts), deliver marijuana (2 counts), maint place for controlled substance (2 counts). Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $25,000 secured bond.

Blake Lee Waller, 40, 191 Pond Road, Rocky Point. Assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $5,000 secured bond.

Kelli Denise Worrell, 42, 480 Old Plantation Road, Rocky Point. Simple assault. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office.

Released under $500 unsecured bond.

Christopher Dean Yarborough, 32, 6631 NC 53 East Hwy, Burgaw. Assault on a female, injury to real property. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol and Pender County Sheriff ’s Office.

Incarcerated under $3,000 secured bond.

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Information taken from reports from county municipal police departments, Highway Patrol, and the Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Arrest reports are public record.

Not all arrests result in a determination of guilt.

Pair arrested on fraud charges From Staff Reports Alicia Louise Brown of 1302 Hunter Oaks Lane Charlotte and Sadonte Samuel McNeil of 4523 Roseville Place, Charlotte were arrested when deputies with the Pender County Sheriff ’s Office found them in possession of more than 60 credit cards.

The pair was stopped by deputies at the Lowes Foods in Hampstead. The pair had committed a fraud at another location earlier in the day and the staff at Lowes Foods had been alerted to keep a watch out for the female suspect.

The female suspect was recognized by the staff as she entered the store. The manager contacted a deputy who was able to follow the suspects away from the premises.

A traffic stop was conducted and during the investigation fraudulent credit cards were located along with property that was stolen by fraudulent

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Continued from page 1A McEwen says Burgaw has asked for public records from Wallace to justify the claim of increased operating costs.

He has met with Wallace officials and said the meeting was not productive. He has not received the requested information as of yet.

“We have a good rate with

Employment

Continued from page 1A and the quality of applicants,” Pittman said. “Workers at the Walmart will begin April 13 and to expect to work four to five weeks before the store actually opens.”

Acme Smoked Fish, located in the Pender Commerce Park, has hired the majority of their workforce and has begun

Alicia Brown

Sadonte McNeil use of a credit card at the Leland Lowes Foods earlier in the day. The pair were arrested and charged with numerous counts relating to identity theft and were placed under a $ 50,000 secured bond. The pair are incarcerated in the Pender County Jail.

Wallace and that rate was based on what we were paying at the time we decommissioned our waste water plant.

It made good financial sense to do that deal with Wallace.

It was based on what it cost us to run our plant. The thought was there would not be substantial increases and there would be sound justification for any increases. In my opinion, that has not occurred,” McEwen said. production. Pittman says the company is still hiring management and specialized positions.

“We have other companies that are hiring. The employment picture in Pender County is looking up. Anything below five percent is considered full employment, because we will always have around 4.5 percent turnover – people leaving jobs and looking for another,” Pittman said.

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Old properties deserve new respect, tax credit State House finance committee members are expected to spend some time this week discussing a bill that would breathe new life into the state historic preservation tax credits. We hope the bill will gain some momentum, and survive an unpromising trip through the State Senate.

Historic preservation The historic preservation often seems to be a lostax credit was among the ing battle, especially in casualties to the state’s badly needed reform of our tax code. regions like ours where it’s far easier to build a As has been the case with dozen new homes than nearly every change to the to restore one, especially code, municipal leaders and Democrats have cried foul, when the property values although no one seems to be have skyrocketed since complaining at paying a few the days of horse and dollars less in state withholdbuggy. ing.

The tax credits provide breaks for property owners who restore and preserve significant architectural properties. Before your mind’s eye gets caught up in visions of antebellum mansions paid for by your tax dollars, keep in mind that the owner of an humble shotgun house was just as eligible for the credit as those who restore million-dollar Victorian masterpieces.

The new proposal might even make the credit a little more widespread, even though it will be for less than the previous version.

Historic preservation often seems to be a losing battle, especially in regions like ours where it’s far easier to build a dozen new homes than to restore one, especially when the property values have skyrocketed since the days of horse and buggy. Yet much of our history lies in dovetailed ceilings and hand-hewn floor joists, cypress siding and six-over-six pane windows.

Gov. Pat McCrory, to his credit, has been working the legislature and the state for a modified version of the old tax credits.

While too complex to detail here, the proposal is a reasonable compromise between the fiscal responsibility we have come to admire in this administration, and the protection of principles such as historic preservation.

Pender County has lost too many of its rich historical treasures, and others are identified as threatened every year.

The Historic Wilmington Foundation has done a great service in identifying and drawing attention to many of our threatened significant structures, ranging from the Greek Orthodox Church at St. Helena to Rosenwald schools and of course, homes with historical or architectural value.

Old homes and buildings aren’t for the faint of heart; they require someone with a love and appreciation of craftsmanship long since forgotten. To borrow a cliché, they don’t build’em like they used to, and they never will again, not when a partially prefabricated home can go from concept to occupancy in less than three months.

The House Finance Committee was expected to take up House Bill 152 on Tuesday morning, and thankfully, it has bipartisan support there. The House bill would establish a scaled-back program that would offer smaller credits, and the governor included $12.2 million in his budget proposal to fund it.

McCrory has repeatedly said the credits represent a “conservative philosophy,” and notes that the original historic tax credits had support from none other than President Ronald Reagan. We hope the Senate will follow the governor and the State House leads in supporting the historic preservation tax credit. While some ideas look good on paper, and many can use some tweaking, entirely eliminating the historic preservation credit is the wrong move.

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Our own House of Cards You don’t have to watch House of Cards on Netflix to witness political drama, intrigue and raw power plays. There’s all you want taking place in Raleigh in the separation of powers battle between the executive and legislative branches of state government. It’s ugly and could affect the way our state does business.

Article 1, Section 6 of North Carolina’s Constitution says, “The legislative, executive and judicial powers of the State government shall be forever separate and distinct from each other.”

One branch makes laws, another executes and the third judges them. You don’t have to be a judge to understand that clear, clean and concise language.

Since the 1980s, the lines separating the executive and legislative branches have become blurred. Legislators have appointed, with increasing frequency, members to boards intended to administer or execute laws, boards that have no relation to the function of the legislative branch.

Previous governors may have objected but, for whatever reasons, decided not to fight with legislators. When the 2014 session clearly crossed the line in the Coal Ash and two other commissions, Governor McCrory, joined, by former Governors Martin and Hunt, decided enough was enough, invoking the Separation of Powers argument in asking the court to more clearly define those boundaries.

It didn’t take long. A threejudge panel was unanimous in agreeing with the governors, declaring the makeup of three boards in question unconstitutional. Predictably, legislative leaders vowed to appeal the verdict. Our Republican dominated Supreme Court might be forced, like King Solomon, to choose between Republican lawmakers and a Republican governor.

If the current decision stands we could easily see a domino-effect ripple throughout state government, negating not only the composition of boards and commissions but perhaps even challenging actions taken by them. The repercussions could be hard

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Puerto Rico or bust I finally bit the bullet.

After months of vacillation, I have booked a non-refundable flight to Puerto Rico. Most rational people would have booked a flight and accommodations at least two months “The thought was there would not be substantial increases and out, but not me. I waited six there would be sound justification for any increases. In my opinion, days before my anticipated date of departure to follow that has not occured.” through with one of the 327 Burgaw Town Manager Chad McEwen on the requested sewer rate increase from plans that I had mentally the town of Wallace. formulated for my family’s “It’s conceived but far from delivery yet.” spring break vacation. That’s Topsail Beach Mayor Howard Braxton on the proposal to begin paid parking in my problem. I’m incapable Topsail Beach. of making a decision. The pro versus con analyses that burrow through my mind are absolutely paralyzing and have kept me in this contented little bubble that not even the promise of a tropical Matthew Guevara, Khaaing of “the greater issues vacation could penetrate. lidah Sidney, Naty Rico, facing the world” as this Of course, now I’m tasked John Salazar, Matthew Tsar, wise, young nave.

Negah Fatahi.

I was reminded all too well with procuring shelter. In the back of my mind, I underIn all likelihood, you never of a similar youngster who wouldn’t have heard of these told a buddy, who is well-read stood that planning a tropiUniversity of California, Irif not formally educated, that cal getaway during the week of spring break might be a vine students if our children since my friend was “just a bit of a challenge in terms weren’t being taught to be mechanic” he was incapable ashamed to be Americans. of understanding the big pic- of vacancies, but the reality The young people serve ture. The kid was offended by is hitting me now. Perhaps finding a place to stay should on a committee that’s part of a right wing bumper sticker have taken precedence over the UCI student government. on my friend’s truck, as well my flight plan. According to Now, student government as the fact that my buddy is my most recent search, the associations at colleges and a hunter, small-scale farmer housing options in Puerto universities haven’t always and dedicated carnivore.

Rico are now limited to shanhad a good track record – Since my cohort is also a ties, hilltop mansions, a tent the SGA at my alma mater gentleman, a Christian, and wanted to pay someone to a small businessman, he still on the beach or boarding with a family of gypsies. Of approve what went in the colrepaired the young moonJefferson Weaver course, I’m taking my family lege newspaper – but humans bat’s vehicle and sent him learn from trial and error, safely on his way. Even called along, so that puts another displayed in the lobby of a dent in the housing plan. If once we get past adolescence. the kid’s mom to ensure it building at their school, so I were alone, I’d certainly be The late, great William Wagwas okay for said kid to use they removed said flag and able to negotiate a corner in oner, chancellor of UNCW, her credit card for the reput it away. a hostel or boarding house. regularly reminded me that pairs.

Amazing, isn’t it, that To be fair – they did so But, who’s going to take in it’s often wise to let storms he was cautious like that, respectfully. my other people? blow over on campus, since since he is just a mechanic.

But what they did was Procrastination has been the weather always changes.

What my companion categorically wrong. an effective defense mechaCollege was designed as a at the coffee counter, my According to both supnism for my fear of experiplace to learn, and much buddy’s customer, and the portive and critical media, encing a life filled with advenof that learning isn’t in the kids at UCI have in common the kids were worried that ture. If I wait until the last classroom. is simple: they have apparforeign nationals and natuWe live in an odd period of ently had so much handed to minute, my hand is forced. I ralized citizens who attend either have to take action or time, seemingly dominated them, they have no concept UCI were going to be offendshove it in the back of my by spoiled brats, when every of its value, especially the ed by the American flag in a mind where it’s gobbled up single person who disagrees value of freedom. public place in America paid with the slightest thing is, by Do not get me wrong: I am by my herd of glitter infused for by tax dollars provided by unicorns. My psyche is so definition of academia and not one who ascribes to the American citizens. Get the easily swayed by promises often the federal government, picture? wholesale generational conof doing things when I have offended. If your feelings are demnation platform. I know I was discussing this more money or the possibility hurt, you must be rewarded several young adults the a while back with a colof a better time to do them. and catered to – unless, of same age as these nuevo-faux lege student who has been Tomorrow becomes next course, your values and stanintellectuals who are young enlightened and made sagely month, which becomes next dards were once considered men and ladies whom I wise by three years in a big year and then, I’m realizing, the norm. respect.

Indeed, I would want city, far from his home and Forgive me for soundany of them to cover my back I might have to deal with its old fashioned bourgeois the aggravation of having ing like an old coot, when I under any circumstance. values. Amazing how ignomy wheelchair searched am but a middle-aged and And no, we do not agree on rant his parents are, after only semi-cootish, but I got every issue. Some of our dis- by security. I don’t want to having built solid careers disappointed a lot growing agreements are very pointed, chance getting my cane stuck and provided for him and his up. Only on rare occasions siblings and even paid for his and involve matters near and in a rocky crag in the Camuy Caves or risk losing my dendid disappointments and dear to my heart, but when college expenses. disagreements truly offend it comes down to brass tacks, tures as I zipline across the El The kid was bemused to Yunque National Rainforest. me. Those little heartbreaks we respect each other, and find out that not only could I I’ve decided to enjoy myself were lessons learned, not nobody gets offended – beread, but I, too, had attended while I still have a tiny glimreasons to cry for someone to college, even taking part in cause nobody gets offensive. mer of youth, although my blow my nose and make it all The American flag rea course where we attended bathing suit choices are now right. moved by the UCI students classes in Oxford. That’s in limited to brands containThis diatribe was sparked is a symbol of the fact that England, believe it or not. because the aforementioned we all, as American citizens, ing the names “miracle “ or Since I am just a reporter UCI students were afraid have the same basic God-giv- “magic.” for “a country newspaper,” So, now the panic begins. someone would be offended however, I couldn’t have anyI’ve moved from inaction to by the American flag being where near the understandContinued on page 5A overreaction in the course of an evening. My thought processes, I’m convinced, will never lead me down the path of least resistance. I suppose my comfort zone is buffered by a layer of panic and chaos and doing things any other Letters to the Editor way would be alien and unfamiliar. After all, change is a Public opinion is welcome. Send your Letters to the Editor to P.O. Box 955, Burgaw, 28425 three-headed beast that I try or to posteditor@post-voice.com.

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Newsings & Musings

By Edith Batson Post & Voice Staff Writer Cancer survivors reception On Saturday, Mar. 21, a meeting was held at Hampstead United Methodist Church from 2-4 p.m.

Madeline Gibson, pianist, provided music throughout the meeting. Welcome was given by Tiffany Fountain, Community Manager for Pender Relay for Life. Rev. Skip Williams, pastor at the host church, gave a prayer.

Shirley Gordon, Pender Relay for Life Volunteer, asked each cancer survivor how many years each had been a survivor. Each survivor was given round colored link chains representing the number of years for each. By the time all links were given out and linked together, there were more than 700 links in the chain of many colors. It was gratifying to think that 700 years of survivorship were represented on the beautiful chain.

A caregiver’s poem was read by Shannon Humphrey, Pender Relay for Life Volunteer.

Volunteer, Courtney Rooks, was in charge of door prizes given at the meeting.

The Relay for Life will take place in Burgaw this year at Pender County Courthouse Square on Saturday, April 18. Watch for more details next week.

Closing remarks were

made by Tiffany Fountain, community manager for Relay for Life, American Cancer Society.

Sandwiches, vegetables, fruits, desserts and drinks were served to those attending.

Saddened by death We were so sorry to learn of the death of Catherine Brittain Harrell.

She was born and raised in Wilmington in the same neighborhood in which I was raised. Several of our friends married Burgaw boys. Catherine married Hubert Harrell, Peggy Millar married Lucius George, Maryce Justice married Clark Bradshaw, Margie Davis married Fib Bowen, and I married Arthur Carr Batson. I’m sure there were plenty of others but these were part of our neighborhood. Maryce and I are the only girls left.

Animal oxygen kits A couple of weeks ago Sue Cowan was telling about learning that Carolina Beach Fire Department had received a gift of two pet oxygen kits. The kits were placed on two of their fire trucks to be used for emergency treatment to animals injured in a fire.

She was under the impression that all fire departments had these pet oxygen kits as standard equipment.

Sue called Allen Wilson,

Fire Administrator/ Fire Marshal for the Town of Burgaw and inquired about our department. He said that Burgaw Fire Department did not have them.

She asked where she could purchase these to make them available to the Burgaw Fire Department.

She wondered how many would be needed. Burgaw has six trucks, but only three kits would be needed.

No matter what type of call they responded to, one of the three trucks on which the kits would be placed would always be dispatched.

Sue ordered three kits and presented them to Mr. Wilson at the Town of Burgaw Board meeting on March 10th.

The kits each contained three different sized masks to accommodate animals ranging in size from a large dog to a small kitten or even some birds, and the kits are re-usable. Thanks to Sue Cowan for thinking of the kits and generously contributing them to Burgaw Fire Department.

It was something I had never thought about, nor did I know that there were such kits available.

Annual barbecue Several members of Burgaw Presbyterian Church were early birds last Wednesday and put a pig on

the cooker about 5:30 a.m.

They took time to have a sausage biscuit at lunchtime.

By six o’clock barbecue was cut and in a large serving container. It tastes best to me just as it comes off the fire.

There were plenty of spices to add if anyone wanted hot/ spicy additions. Beans, potatoes, cornbread and desserts added to the joy of eating. My plate was served by Leamon Brown, who was so generous with the barbecue that I had to bring it homeand had two more meals from it. Now, that is what I call good eating. Thanks to all those who helped prepare it for us to enjoy.

Wrong day Being all ready for the Museum Volunteer luncheon last Saturday, I drove to the Pender Historical Society Museum at 11:00 and noticed that there were only three cars there. Oh, oh. I had gone a week too early.

Oh well, I wanted to speak to whomever was on duty.

Inside I found Vickie Foster and two young grandchildren, Margaret Williams, and Joyce Harrell.

Since I wasn’t feeling terribly perky that day, it seemed like a good time to go home and take a nap. Ah, the couch did feel good. Sweet dreams overtook me and I was out for the afternoon.

Sometimes your body says

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understand. Key positions could go unfilled for many months.

Both sides have weapons in their arsenals. The Senate can control the budget and authorize programs.

Our chief executive may be among the weakest in the nation but Governor McCrory still makes appointments, hires people and makes decisions about where and how money is spent.

Most lawmakers have constituents and donors who want jobs, roads or appointments and frequently call on the governor for favors.

More importantly, the gov-

ernor has a bully pulpit and the media’s ear. Most governors have chosen not to wage war on legislators, but the threat is always there.

We’ve always heard you shouldn’t take on more enemies than you can handle at a time – good advice for a Senate that seems eager to fight with educators, cities and counties, Democrats, any others who disagree with them and now the governor.

Memo to politicians: Article 1, Section 1 of our Constitution says the supreme power resides in the citizens of our state. We delegated

some of that power when we elected you, but the elections of 2016 aren’t far off. While this political infighting might make good television this House of Cards kind of distracting, destructive and divisive drama isn’t good for North Carolina.

Campbell is former assistant state treasurer and is creator/host of NC SPIN, a weekly statewide television discussion of state issues airing Saturdays at 5 a.m. on WILM-TV and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. on Time Warner Cable Channel 20, Channel 25, and Channel 52. Contact him at www.ncspin.com.

in general was more aligned with the original premise that institutions of higher learning should be places where people are taught to think, as opposed to being taught what to think.

Even moderate schools such as my alma mater seem to have forgotten that free speech and engaged thought apply to all viewpoints, not just those determined acceptable by Hollywood and the politically correct elitists.

Don’t get me wrong – I truly have no problem with people having opinions different than my own.

What I have a problem with is when they decide they can, using public money, pollute the minds of young people into thinking that the very country that gives them freedom and opportunity is so wrong, so shameful, that

its flag must be hidden from foreign nationals who are benefitting from the same country’s generosity. I cannot conceive of spitting in the faces of those who have given them the right to be free, the opportunity (but not the right) to succeed, and the chance for every man, woman and child, regardless of race, color, religion or creed to speak their mind, provide for their family, and make their own way.

I fear we are creating at least a piece of a generation that has folded up any sense of gratitude in a nasty old flag and hidden it away, and the day will come when they discover that the flag which so offended them protected them, too.

If an American flag is so offensive – then I am sure folks who are ashamed of it

can find some other country to live where they will be more comfortable.

But what do I know – I’m just a country newspaper reporter, who ain’t ashamed of an American flag. –Weaver is a columnist with the Post & Voice. Contact him at jeffweaver@ whiteville.com.

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Meanwhile, the poorly disguised animosity between the Governor and the Senate took another plunge as Senate leaders childishly vowed to withhold gubernatorial appointments that required their confirmation, even appointments not affected by that decision, until a final court verdict is rendered.

If this sounds similar to the current scenario in Washington you clearly

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Continued from page 4A en and man-defined rights.

We aren’t always going to get along, and nor should we, since dissenting opinions help us all think more deeply about our own positions.

But for a group of college kids to remove a flag because people who are not American citizens might get their feelings hurt is beyond me. I doubt such a thing would occur at any school in a foreign country.

Perhaps the children would have a different viewpoint if any had family members who had served in the U.S. military (MSNBC says none of them have).

Perhaps this would never have happened if academia

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And as He went, they spread their clothes in the way. And when He was come nigh, even now at the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen.

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Little did those who were shouting about their King know what would be happening to Him in just a few days—the days we call Holy Week. He would have the last supper with his disciples, would be betrayed by Judas Iscariot, tried for a crime he had not committed, beaten with a whip that literally tore his flesh away from his skin, be made to carry his own wooden cross to the place of execution, be nailed to that cross, would forgive those who were killing Him, and die a horrible death—for us, not for himself.

But fortunately for us, that was not the end of the story. On the third day Jesus rose from the dead, saw his disciples, talked to them, and ascended to heaven to His Father, God the Almighty, where he sits on a throne next to God. Hallelujah, Jesus lives. Hallelujah.

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Education

Volunteers to help package thousands of meals

Stop Hunger Now event at Topsail Elementary Mar. 26

By David Manns Special to the Post & Voice Stop Hunger Now and Topsail Elementary School are joining forces for the third time in the fight against hunger. More than 600 students and community leaders will be packaging meals for the world’s hungry Mar. 26 in the TES school cafeteria starting at 8:30 a.m.

“The prog ram involves every one of TES’ 540 students, plus faculty, staff, family members, and leaders from local businesses and the Hampstead community,” said Janet Redinger, principal of Topsail Elementary School.

Even before the school year began, the leadership team at TES enthusiastically requested that the Stop Hunger Now event return to TES for the second consecutive year.

A special events committee helped organize fundraisers and plan the logistics.

“We are grateful for the opportunity to help out in this small way, hoping that events like this will emphasize the importance of service, kindness and generosity,” said Redinger.

Around the world more than 805 million people lack adequate food and more than 23,000 die each day from hunger-related illnesses. Stop Hunger Now operates meal

packaging locations in 19 cities throughout the U.S. and six international locations.

More than 450,000 volunteers from corporations, churches, schools and civic organizations have packaged Stop Hunger Now meals.

“The local, national and international world is filled with people, especially children, who are in need,” said Rev. Skip Williams, Hampstead UMC Senior Pastor. “We need to teach our children that our Lord has blessed us to be a blessing. Stop Hunger Now offers our kids and adults an opportunity to make a difference, to work together, to be that blessing, and to have a great time doing it,” Williams said.

This year Hampstead United Methodist Church donated their congregation’s entire collection offering from three Christmas Eve services to help this effort. Locally, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, All Saints Catholic Church, Blake’s Chapel, Topsail Presbyterian Church as well as the Coastal Pender Rotary Club and the Kiwanis Club of Hampstead have supported the students with donations for Stop Hunger Now. “What we want everyone to know is that hunger is a solvable problem and is a common thread among the world’s most challenging issues. When

hunger is targeted, you give hope to every other cause including poverty, disease, education and the welfare of women and children,” said Rod Brooks, President / CEO of Stop Hunger Now. The 17,000 meals that local students will package will be shipped to CitiHope International in the Dominican Republic where 42 percent of the population is below the poverty line, and food shortage is prevalent.

CitiHope provides food and other resources to schools, orphanages and others, and is active in monitoring the distribution. The organization supports sustainable educational and development programs that empower those they reach to create strong, self-sufficient communities, so the motivation comes from the food.

The Stop Hunger Now donations are a defining component that heals a nation in many different aspects.

Topsail Elementary students are eagerly anticipating hearing a familiar gong sound as each 1,000 meals get packaged and boxed. This will be the third time that Topsail Elementary School has participated in a Stop Hunger Now meal packaging program. Students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade donated change during

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Students at Topsail Elementary School participate in a previous Stop Hunger Now food packaging event.

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Pender Stories

Submariner; Qualified

Bill Messer Bill Underwood talked about his early days in the Navy, and joining the crew of USS Clamagore, SS-343.

Before becoming ‘qualified’, and receiving his ‘dolphin pin’ insignia, worn by seamen trained in submarine warfare, a new crewman was considered a liability, someone who couldn’t be trusted to do the right thing in an emergency.

“It was great, you were close, all the guys depended on each other. The qualified guys, you were qualified on the whole boat. You had to walk through the boat with the Captain, at the end of your qualification, and he could say, ‘Water’s sprayin’ out of that pipe right there, what would you do?’ and you had to know where the valve was that would turn that pipe off, or how to clamp that pipe down, how to light off an engine, how to start a big diesel, how to fire a torpedo, you had to know the function and how to operate everything on that boat to be qualified. You walked through with an enlisted man first, and he signed you off, then you walked through with an officer and he signed you off, and once you got a section done, or all of it done, you walked through with the Captain, and when he signed you off you were one of the guys, qualified crew, and you could be depended on.

“My job was ‘interior communications’ which was not only the internal communications, but the gyros because they communicated with other equipment, and we had to take care of the

Staff photo by Bill Messer

Bill Underwood and USS Clamagore, SS-343, as it was when he was aboard. batteries, and the sensors for the snorkel valves.

“My first watch, for ICmen, was the below decks watch. We roamed through the boat for four hours, looking for anything that was not right, the right guys were on watch, doin’ what they were supposed to be doin’, all of the equipment was runnin’, no leaks. You were the eyes of the boat, to know what was goin’ on.

“Later on, after I got promoted, I stood control room watches in the maneuvering room. Controller men are the ones who control the engine RPM, the tachometer speed, starting and shutting down the engines, basically. When you ring the engine-order telegraph, it rings in maneuvering, and the receiver rings and the controller makes the order happen, and you answer, all ahead one third or whatever, and you had to throw . . . there was a bunch of big levers you had to throw back and forth, that’s what I did, you had to throw those levers all around to go backwards or forward or faster, “On the old boats, the helm was a big wheel, about three feet across, and the ‘planesmen’ were separate, over on the left, and you had a bow plane and a stern

plane, and they worked independently. On the surface the planesmen would be your port and starboard lookout.

“I loved to go up on the bridge, especially when we were out at sea, in the middle of the Atlantic, in the daytime or at night, because the submarine is so small, and the bridge is even smaller, you could only put four or five people up there, you’re up there and the power of nature is all around you.

Unbelievable.”

“Did you have a deck gun?” I asked.

“No, we took it off. We had machine guns but we kept them below, and pulled them out for swim call. We stopped every day for swim call, and it’s weird to jump off the submarine into 10,000 feet of water, and there’d be a guy on the bridge with a machine gun to handle any sharks or anything that came up. The thing I remember was you’d dive into the water and the water was crystal clear, and you could see the whole hull when you looked around.

“We did get hit, one time.

“We were on our way to a northern run, we were on our way to the Arctic Circle to patrol near there, off Russia, and before we could go

Handy helps for hurting hands Dear Savvy Senior, What products can you recommend for seniors with hand arthritis? I really struggle with anything that requires gripping and turning, which makes most activities difficult.

Gripless Joan Dear Joan, There are literally hundreds of different arthritis aids and other products on the market today that can help people with arthritic hands and carpal tunnel syndrome.

To find out which devices can best benefit you, a good place to start is to ask your doctor for a referral to an occupational therapist, who can test the strength and functionality of your hands and recommend appropriate aids. With that said, here’s a rundown of some helpful products for different needs.

Kitchen aids Activities like gripping cooking utensils, cutting and chopping, opening jars and cans, and moving around heavy pots and pans can make preparing a meal much more difficult when you have hand arthritis.

Some products that can help are Oxo Good Grips, which makes dozens of soft, large-handle cooking, baking and cleaning utensils that are easier to grip. And for cutting and chopping the Dexter DuoGlide and Ergo Chef knives are excellent ergonomically designed options.

For opening jars, the wallmounted or under-counter mounted Zim Jar Opener is a top manual opener. It has a V-shaped grip that holds the lid as you twist the jar with both hands. Some other good

options are the Hamilton Beach Open Ease Automatic Jar Opener, and a nifty tool called the JarPop that pops the seal on jars so lids can be removed easier.

For opening cans, an electric can opener is the best option. West Bend and Hamilton Beach make some of the best.

And if you’re interested in arthritis-friendly pots and pans, look for lightweight cookware that has two handles. These are much easier to lift and move around.

Household helpers Turning doorknobs, key locks, twist-handles on kitchen or bathroom faucets, and twist-on lamp switches can also be difficult. To help, there are doorknob lever adapters, key turners, lamp switch enlargers, and lever handles for faucets that provide leverage for easier turning.

Personal care Squeezing a shampoo bottle or a tube of toothpaste, or gripping a bar of soap, a toothbrush handle or even a piece of dental floss can make grooming a challenge. Solutions include a wall-mounted soap, shampoo and toothpaste dispenser, which provides easy access to suds. And for brushing and flossing, there are wide-handled, electric toothbrushes and flossers that vibrate or spin to do the cleaning for you.

Easier dressing Fastening buttons, pulling zippers and tying shoelaces can also present problems. To

help with these chores there are buttonhooks and zipper pulls, and elastic shoelaces, which transform lace-ups into slip-ons.

Reading, writing and computing Holding and turning the pages of a book, hand writing and using a computer mouse can also stress arthritic hands.

For readers, an eReader like a Kindle or Nook is recommended because they’re lightweight and easier to hold than regular books. For writing, there’s the soft rubber Pencil Grip that fits on pencils and pens, and ergonomic-shaped pens like the Pen Again that reduce hand fatigue. And for easier computing, the 3M Ergonomic Mouse and Contour Roller Mouse can eliminate hand and wrist stress.

Hobby helpers There are dozens of arthritis aids for hobbies too.

For example, there are automatic card shufflers and cardholders for card players.

If you like to paint, knit or crochet, there are ergonomic paintbrushes, and oversized knitting needles and crochet hooks that are easier to hold.

And for sewing, quilting or crafting, there are tools like Fiskars self-opening Easy Action Scissors that spring open for easier cutting.

For a rundown of additional products and where you can purchase them, visit my online article at AchyHandAids.org.

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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Paddleboarders raise money, awareness for orphans in India

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Staff Writer Saturday morning Mar. 21 the Lanes Ferry Dock and Grill looked like it had been invaded by an army of paddleboarders.

The parking lot was filled with vehicles with what appeared to be long surf boards.

Upon further investigation, it was found to be a bevy of paddleboarders from the area with one thing in mind – to help physically challenged and fragile children and adults from all over the world.

The Indo Jax surf school and disability services had invaded Lanes Ferry in preparation for what has become an annual trip down the Cape Fear River.

The participants ate breakfast at the popular restaurant and then drove to Castle Hayne’s infamous Redneck Beach where they hit the water with their boards. They paddled down river and finished up at Lanes Ferry where they ate lunch and enjoyed fellowship.

Indo Jax puts on 12 or more camps a year. Many of the camps are at Wrightsville beach and are geared toward medically fragile people. They work with people with disabilities that range from blindness to autism. They also work with the wounded warrior’s foundation.

Keith Jensen learned how to paddleboard after working a camp and has been involved for five years.

“I was involved with an autism event and after the camp I mentioned that I would like to try paddle boarding. I was told to get a board and I have been doing it for five years now.”

Indo Jax holds surfing camps in the area and abroad.

This function was to raise awareness for their trip to India where the school holds camps for orphan girls that in some cases have never enjoyed a childhood.

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The Historical Society of Topsail Island hosted their monthlyt luncheon Mar. 12. The speakers, Sylvia J. Ezelonwu and Eulis Willis, were from the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor. Pictured above left to right are Athelston Bunn Bethel, Eulis Willis, Sylvia J. Ezelonwu, Ernest Mooring, Jr., Frank Willis.

King’s Table Restaurant Easter special

By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer The King’s Table Restaurant, open since last June at Castle Bay Country Club in Staff photo by Bobby Norris Paddleboarders work their way down the N.E. Cape Fear Hampstead, will be offering a special four-course meal on River Mar. 21 Easter Sunday. The restaurant “In most cases these girls and learning to surf has pro- is open daily for lunch and have never really had a child- found healing properties and dinner. The regular menu hood,” said founder Jack Vior- can build self-esteem in chil- includes salads, pastas, sandel. “They have been abused dren with special needs. We wiches, steaks and fresh local and beaten down their whole provide these surf camps at seafood. A variety of specials lives. We take 12 to 15 instruc- no charge to the participants. are offered each day, as well. tors over there and we take the Children who participate in The King’s Table is situated girls and we house and feed our surf program inevitably in Castle Bay, a European-style them. We teach them how to move from a feeling of skepti- golf course and neighborhood. swim and surf and just make cism and reluctance around There are roughly 300 to 400 sure they are able to enjoy the ocean to empowerment homes and between 700 and themselves. It is very reward- and confidence.”

900 residents there. Parks ing to us but in most cases it is magical to watch their faces as they learn how to be a kid.”

Viorel says that the India trip happened by accident.

“Someone asked us about it and I never gave it much thought to begin with. Then it started coming together and I said, wait a minute. This thing’s going to happen. It’s really been a blessing.”

This will be the organizations sixth trip to India and the group is excited.

“The transfor mation is amazing,” said Viorel. “We are really looking forward to going again.”

For a list of charity camps or to donate to the school go to Indo Jax.com. Mr. Viorel summed up the school and its charitable events by saying, “We believe that the ocean

described the restaurant as having a gorgeous castle appearance overlooking a wonderful golf course, situated in a rustic and well-maintained setting.

“I want the people in Hampstead to know that we’re open,” said Parks. “I think a lot of people still don’t know. We’re only two miles down Hoover Road, and there are not many restaurants in Hampstead that are as nice as this one. You look out the windows and see the golf course - it’s a beautiful ambiance, and it’s a little bit more relaxed. It’s not like being right on 17 or being in a strip mall like some restaurants are.”

The King’s Table is available and equipped to host events such as wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners, baby showers and graduation parties. The American country club style menu offers seven choices on the kids’ menu and a variety of appetizers in addition to other items.

The special four-course Easter dinner will be offered for $29.99. Changes to the current menu will be made the day after Easter, with a few items being removed and about a dozen added for spring and summer. A couple of breakfast choices have also

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Obituaries

Donald Lee Reitz BURGAW -- Donald Lee Reitz, 81, of Burgaw a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend passed gently from his earthly life on Friday, Mar. 20, 2015 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Life CareCenter. He was born Dec. 6, 1933 in Indiana, Pa. the son of the late Albert E. and Martha A. Reitz. Also remembered is his beloved wife, Ruth Henck Reitz who died in 2010.

Donald is survived by his son Ernest Lee Reitz, Sr. (Elizabeth) of Burgaw; daughter, Donna Reitz Croom (Rudy) of Wilmington; grandchildren, Janice Reitz (Jodi Lash), Lee Reitz, Jr. (Marie), Justin Croom and Jared Croom; great-grandson, Bryson Reitz; brother, Richard “Dick” Reitz (Carol) of Bel Air, Md.; stepsisters, Cora Lynn Gingrich (Jim) of Manheim, Pa. and Sheryl A. Brinkman (Gary) of Conestoga, Pa. He served his country honorably, retiring as Gunners Mate Senior Chief after 23 years of service in the United States Coast Guard. He served in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam Era. Donald was a man of faith, honor and inte g rity who loved and cared for his family. His passions in life were NASCAR racing, classic cars, keeping an immaculate yard and loving animals. Donald was many things to many people. However, the one thing that all would agree with, he made everyone around him feel loved, special and cared for. Amongst the legacies Donald leaves to us are the importance of God, family, and country.

A funeral service was held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 22, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with the Reverend Travis Martin officiating. The family received friends following the service.

Burial with full military honors accorded by the U.S. Coast Guard and American Legion Post 10 Honor Guards was at 11 a.m. on Monday, Mar. 23 at Riverview Memorial Park, Watha.

In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be given to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401.

The family is deeply grateful to Dr. Neill Musselwhite and his staff for over forty years of excellent care.

Condolences may be sent to www.quinnmcgowen.com.

The family was served by Quinn McGowen Funeral Home.

Wilbur Lincoln Walker Sr. GOLDSTON -- Wilbur Lincoln Walker Sr. passed Mar. 16 at his home in Goldston after a long period of declining health. Known as both “W.L.” and “Wilbur” by friends and family , he was born in Watha Sept. 29, 1926 to the late Livingston and Tessie Walker. He endured a difficult childhood under arduous conditions on the family farm during the Great Depression but learned early in life the value of hard work and dedication, virtues which he carried with him the rest of his life.

Wilbur attended Pender County public schools before becoming the first member of his family to attend college when he entered State College in Raleigh. In 1950 he married his high school sweetheart, the former of Wilma Helen Powers of Maple Hill and the couple moved to Apex in 1954 when he finished college.

There he began a career as a public school teacher that spanned five decades.

Wilbur taught vocational agriculture in Apex High School until 1958, when he moved to Chatham County to open the vocational agriculture program at the new Chatham Central High School in Bear Creek. He went on to implement one of the first high school automotive mechanics programs in North Carolina in the 1960’s, a program he would migrate to power mechanics in the 1970’s. His contributions to Chatham Central High School were numerous and included the planting of the large hardwood trees in the early 1960’s which still line the front of the campus today, and the building of the bleachers adjacent to the school’s first football field.

As a vocational agriculture teacher he was actively engaged in support of the farming activities of the community, often spending late hours helping farmers build gates for their pastures through application of his welding skills or assisting them in replacing the canvas components of their harvesting equipment using his heavy-duty Singer sewing machine. He was a gifted man capable of wiring a house, constructing fine wood furniture, rebuilding an engine, building a fiberglasshulled boat, painting a car, laying bricks; this list could go on forever.

His teaching career ended with his retirement in 1991 but throughout it and until his passing he was a loving father and good provider to a family which included his wife Wilma, a son Lin born

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in 1955, and a daughter Carol born in 1958.

Wilbur was preceded in death by his wife Wilma , and is survived by son Lin Walker and wife Margie of Cape Carteret; daughter Carol Foster and husband Alan of Fuquay-Varina; grandsons Michael and Kent of Raleigh; granddaughters Rachel and Lauren of Fuquay-Varina and brother in law Fennell M. Powers Jr. of Burgaw.

The family would like to express their gratitude for the care provided Wilbur in the home by Elizabeth Hartley and husband Jesus, Carmen P. Diver, Lynn Phillips, Peggy Beavers, Louise Gilchrist, and Ryan Gaines. Also, a special thank you is extended to Liberty Home Health and Hospice of Chatham County for the special care and support provided Wilbur over the final weeks of his life.

Arrangements are being handled by Harrell’s Funeral Home of Burgaw. Wilbur’s obituary may be seen at the Harrell’s website (www.harrellsfh.com) where comments, thoughts, and remembrances may be left in guestbook there.

Wilbur was buried in the Powers’ Cemetery in Maple Hill, with a graveside service Sunday Mar. 22 at 2 p.m.

Those wishing to honor Wilbur’s memory, please consider a contribution to Chatham Central High School, Liberty Hospice of Chatham County, or simply plan something that will grow and be beautiful for many years to come. The family was served by Harrell’s Funeral Home, Burgaw.

Luther Caswell Beasley BURGAW -- Luther Caswell Beasley, 87, of Burgaw, passed away Mar. 18 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Known to his family and friends as LC, he was born on April 22, 1927 in Duplin County to the late George and Mae Beasley. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Della Mae and cherished granddaughter Beth Lockhart.

LC is survived by his daughters, Donna Lockhart and husband Billy of Matthews, and Kathy Redmond and husband Dennis of Raleigh, grandchildren Lynn High and husband Larry of Monroe, Will Lockhart of Matthews, Jason Redmond and wife Rebecca, Rebecca Redmond, and Garrett Redmond, all of Raleigh, great-grandchildren Christopher, Blake and Jake

Mitchell, and Caleb and Hannah Redmond, brothers Joe Beasley and wife Hannah of Harkers Island, and Delmar Beasley of Hallsboro, special sister in law Landis Beasley, special nephew Billy McIntosh and wife Pam, numerous additional nieces and nephews, and special friends Ray and Patsy Chadwick and Ivey Blackburn.

Memorials may be made to Jordan’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 4670 Stag Park Rd, Burgaw, NC, 28425.

The family received friends Friday evening, Mar. 20 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Harrell’s Funeral Home in Burgaw. Funeral services were at Jordan’s Chapel United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Saturday with internment at Riverview Cemetery immediately following the service. Reverend William Hill Pearsall officiated.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www. harrellsfh.com. The family was served by Harrell’s Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Burgaw.

Emma Lillian DeVane ALBEMARLE -- Emma Lillian DeVane died Mar 16, 2015, at her home, Albemarle, North Carolina. Her funeral was held Saturday, Mar 21, 2015 at 1 .m. at Snow Hill Baptist Church, Ivanhoe, North Carolina with a 30- minute visitation prior to the service.

The family was served by Kelsey Funeral Home of Albemarle. Online condolences can the made at www.kelseyfh.com.

Joan Etta Jones Pickett IVANHOE -- Joan Etta Jones Pickett age 64 of Ivanhoe died Wednesday Mar. 18, 2015 at New Hanover Regional Med. Center.

She was born June 9, 1950 in Duplin County daughter of the late Claude and Carrie Miller Jones.

She is survived by her husband David Pickett of the home; a son, Brian Pickett of Ivanhoe; two sisters, Joyce Kelly of Burgaw, and Jean Gurganious of Ivanhoe; a brother, Jimmy Jones of Ivanhoe; a very special sister in law Cherry Jones of Willard and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a son Randy Pickett; and two brothers, Gordon Hall and Ronald Jones.

Graveside services were held at 4 p.m. Saturday Mar. 21, 2015 at Gurganious family cemetery in Bulltail. Reverend Wayne Bateman and Reverend Gardner Eakins officiated.

The family received friends at 3:30 p.m. at the Cemetery.

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.

Mildred Lavern “Vern” Orwig BURGAW -- Mildred Lavern “Vern” Orwig, 65, of Burgaw passed away at home on Mar. 16, 2015. She is preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Elsie Chaney Clark as well as four siblings.

Vern is survived by her husband, David Gilbert Orwig, six siblings; her daughter, Kim; stepchildren, Diane, Mark, Daniel, Chris, Steve, and Melanie; and 14 grandchildren.

A gathering of family and friends was held from 6-8 p.m.

Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests that you consider a memorial gift to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28411.

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

Ronald “Ronnie” Nelson Pierce WILLARD -- Ronald “Ronnie” Nelson Pierce age 68 of Willard died Wednesday Mar. 18, 2015 at the Brian Center of Wallace.

He was born Aug. 22, 1946 in Pender County son of Eleanor Rackley Pierce and the late Horace E. Pierce.

He is survived by his mother Eleanor Rackley Pierce, two sisters, Jackie Parker and husband Gene of Wallace, and Judy Parker of Wallace; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by two brothers, Arnold Rackley and Preston Rackley Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday Mar. 22, 2015 at Riverview Memorial Park. The family received friends at their house.

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.

Mary Ann Rivenbark BURGAW -- Mary Ann Rivenbark, 96, of Burgaw, a caring mother, grandmother,

sister and friend passed gently from her earthly life on Sunday, Mar. 15, 2015 at Leland House.

She was born June 19, 1918 in Pender County, the daughter of the late Herbert and Josephine Rackley Blanton.

She was also preceded in death by her sons, Danny Ray Rivenbark and Ronny S. Rivenbark; and sisters, Hazel Wood, Vada English and Eileen Fussell Ann is survived by her daughters, Gloria R. Herman (Jeffry) and Patricia R. Pridgen (Dennis “Pat”); daughters-in-law, Sandra Rivenbark and Vicki Rivenbark; ten grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and extended family.

The family received friends at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Mar. 19, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Burgaw Chapel with service at 11 a.m. The Reverend Leo Bracken officiated with burial following in Riverview Memorial Park.

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

Mary Joann Fluharty ROCKY POINT -- Mary Joann Fluharty, 42, of Rocky Point passed unexpectedly from her earthly life on Sunday, Mar. 22, 2015 at her home.

She was born Jan. 14, 1973 in Ohio County, West Virginia.

Mary Jo is survived by her beloved daughter, Cheyenne Lynn Fluharty of Rocky Point; her mother, Pamela Moore and her husband, Tony of Rocky Point; father, Michael Fluharty and his wife, Joyce of Moundsville, West Virginia; and brother, Michael Fluharty and his wife, Kimberly of Ocean Isle Beach and their children, Jacob of Little Rock, Arkansas, Olivia, Abigail and Noah Fluharty all of Ocean Isle Beach.

The family received friends from 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with funeral service at 3 p.m. officiated by the Rev. Michael Fluharty.

In lieu of flowers the family would like you to consider a memorial gift to American Heart Association, MidAtlantic Affiliate, 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com.

Master Gardener spring plant sale April 10-11 Spring is coming soon. To help with your spring planting, the Pender County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association is having a spring plant sale.

An ample selection of herbs, vegetables, companion plants, Japanese Maples and pollinator plants have been chosen, as well as shrubs, and “Homegrown Favorites” propagated by the Pender County

Master Gardeners.

The dates of the sale are April 10 from noon until 6 p.m., and April 11 from 8:30 a.m. until noon at the Pender County Extension office 801 South Walker Street Burgaw.

A class will be given by our Pender County Extension Agent, Tim Mathews on Square Foot Gardening April 10 at 11 a.m.

The focus is on companion

planting. Come and learn what combination of plants, herbs and vegetables go together to attract pollinators and enhance vegetable production.

By using companion planting, many gardeners find that they can discourage harmful pests without losing the beneficial allies. There are many varieties of herbs, flowers, etc. that can be used for companion planting.

At the sale, visit the “Ask a Master Gardener” tent for answers to gardening questions.

Proceeds from the plant sale go towards funding the school outreach program in Pender County schools, speaker’s bureau, Ask a Master Gardener booths, and various community workshops.

For more information, call 910 259-1238.

March 19th, Crossword Solution

Bill Howard Outdoors

By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist One debate among sportsmen with active outdoor lifestyles has long been the use of safety equipment. We see year after year results of either no or inadequate use of the different safety equipment and measures. The results, obviously and unfortunately, are injuries or deaths that could have been avoided if the safety precautions were taken.

Each year I have writing this column, I make a note to cover tree stand injuries and deaths prior to the hunting season for instance. It happens every year with no exceptions. Hunters take to the trees or box stands, and we have someone who falls and either has a life changing

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Continued from page 7A we had to operate, there were three destroyers who wanted to calibrate their sonars, so we went up there, we had to go on a certain course, at a certain depth, for a certain length of time, and they would calibrate their sonars and we would go down to a different depth, with a thermocline, and they would try to get us again.”

A thermocline is a temperature boundary layer in the ocean, above which is the mixed surface water, and below which is the deep sea water. The thermocline layer is like a blanket and can shield submarines from sound waves, sonar, coming from the upper layer.

“We did that all day long, and it got into the night and we were done, and got ready to surface. I had come off watch, and I was getting in my bunk, and all of a sudden I hear, collision imminent aft of sail, and the collision alarm goes off, and I jumped up and shut the (watertight) doors and grabbed the sound-powered headphones. I could hear the propellers coming through the water, of a ship coming up the stern of the boat. The bow went over our compartment and actually hit the sail, and made the boat roll over like this (gestures roll to the side) and then I heard a loud ‘bang’ right above my head,

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injury or dies. All it would take a safety harness properly worn and used, and the accident could have been avoided.

Laws have been passed requiring riders of all-terrain vehicles to wear helmets, and many places require safety goggles or glasses as well. We have people riding too fast, many times on land they are familiar with and believe is safe for the speed they are driving, yet ultimately, they get thrown from the ATV and they are injured or die.

The law requiring helmets to be wor n has helped in saving lives, but I can rest assured that many of us, including myself at times, will not or have not worn a helmet each and every time riding a four wheeler.

Another safety item we regularly omit is the personal flotation device (PFD) or what is commonly called a life vest. Children under a certain age are required to where one when in a boat and on the water. Adults are offered an option. There are also requirements as to the type needed based on the type and size of boat and means of power.

As a note of disclosure, I am on the Elite Council with

Johnson Outdoors. Johnson Outdoors makes a variety of equipment under different brands such as Old Town, Ocean Kayak, Extrasport, Carlisle Paddles, Humminbird, and Minn Kota, amongst others.

During one of our conversations amongst the pro-staff members, a debate arose on whether to display photos promoting our various products with or without a life vest on. Several of the staff live in warm water climates and rarely are fishing from a kayak with a shirt on, not to mention a PFD. The debate was whether this was in the best interest showing someone using the products without proper safety equipment on, regardless of whether it was law or not.

One of the frequent comments, and one that I am sure anyone who has ever worn a life vest will agree with, is they are cumbersome and uncomfortable. There is an adage, “necessity is the father of innovation.” Maybe money can be as well.

The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water and the Personal Flotation Device Manufacturers Association are offering the money part. They are cur-

rently sponsoring a competition that offers $10,000 to the winner of a new design for a PFD that will encourage people to wear them while on the water.

The deadline is April 15.

The design will be judged on four criteria: wearability, reliability, cost, and innovation. The designs can be hand drawn or they can be carried out as far as having a prototype. The best thing about this competition is nearly everyone who has ever been in a boat and had to wear one is an expert. You know what you do not like about existing PFDs. You also know what will be comfortable enough, and in a price range you would purchase, so that you would wear it.

You can enter your design at BoatUS.org/design.

–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.

and the propeller cut through the sonar ‘PUFF’ (Passive Underwater Fire-control Feasibility System - a sonar dome mounted above deck) and cut it off flush with the deck.

“We lost control and went down to about 350 feet before we could get control again, and lost all communications through the boat.

“When we got control and got back on the surface, we found the masts bent over, and the loss of communication, or so it seemed at the time, was because everyone was too busy to talk. We didn’t panic, we did what we were trained to do. We went back into port, we were due an overhaul, for three or four months.

Clamagore was cleared of fault, having done all that was required for their part of the maneuver.

The interview was winding down and I saw a Tupperware container full of Navy stuff, like mine, and asked “What’s this?” and pointed to a photograph of a man seemingly flying through space.

“This is when we crossed the Arctic Circle, the Royal Order of the Blue Nose, inducted into the Order. This guy actually had a rope tied onto him because the water was so cold, when we threw him overboard, hypothermia and all that, he might not have been able to swim back.

We dragged him across the Arctic Circle.

“What fun!” I thought out loud, and told Bill about my

experience of crossing the equator on Intrepid.

Bill told me Clamagore had been decommissioned in 1975 and moved to Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum in Charleston, SC, in 1979, as a museum exhibit to join the other ships there, the destroyer USS Laffey, DD-724, and Intrepid’s sister ship, the carrier, USS Yorktown, CV-10.

Sadly, time and budgets have

left his boat in need of serious maintenance, and you can help keep it from becoming an artificial reef.

You can visit ‘friendsoftheclamagore’ on Facebook to learn how. and see more.

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Town of Burgaw Government News March 26, 2015

BURGAW FIRE DEPARTMENT IS SEEKING VOLUNTEERS 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 for more information. 910-2597494 TOWN OF BURGAW PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD VACANCY The Town of Burgaw is accepting applications for the Planning and Zoning Board. Application may be downloaded from our website at www.townofburgaw.com >Government>Advisory Boards>Applications for Boards, Commissions and Committees. Completed applications must be submitted to the Town Clerk at 109 N Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 no later than 5:00PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2015. If you need further information, you may call Sylvia Raynor, Town Clerk at 910663-3441 between the hours of 8AM and 5PM Monday – Friday or via email at town.clerk@townofburgaw.com.

CALENDAR March 30, 2015 April 03, 2015 April 06, 2015 April 13, 2015 April 14, 2015 April 16, 2015

Policy/Finance Board meeting Town Offices closed in observance of Good Friday Promotions/Special Events committee meeting Parks and Recreation committee meeting Board of Commissioners meeting Planning/Zoning Board meeting

Town of Surf City Government News March 26, 2015

MEETING TIMES Surf City Town Council 1st Tuesday of the month Planning Board 2nd Thursday of the month ____________________________________________________

Co m m u n i t y Sh red Event It’s that time of year…..

Surf City Document Shred Event Friday, March 27th 9am – 12 Noon At Town Hall: 214 N New River Drive

Please remove all staples & paperclips from documents.

For more information please call Town Hall. __________________________________________________________

Ar bo r D a y Ce l e b r at io n April 24th @ 2pm Kenny Batts Park @ 911 S Topsail Drive __________________________________________________________

TOWN OF SURF CITY 214 N. NEW RIVER DRIVE PO BOX 2475, SURF CITY, NC 28445 Phone 910-328-4131 Fax 910-328-4132/1746 www.townofsurfcity.com

3/26/15

WANTED! A FEW GOOD MEN & WOMEN! VOLUNTEER! The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following boards/ commissions/committees: Name of Board Advisory Board of Health Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Board of Equalization & Review Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Author.

Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Nursing/Adult Care Homes Adv. Board District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 2 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek

7PM 7PM 4PM 6PM

TOWN OF BURGAW Phone 910.259.2151 Fax 910.259.6644 Email: townofburgaw@townofburgaw.com Web: www.townofburgaw.com

PENDER COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS

# of Vacancies 3 1 6 7 2 3

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PENDER COUNTY HOUSING DEPARTMENT

Positions/Categories Optometrist***, Veterinarian***, Dentist*** Veterinarian Public Members Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Business, Faith Community Member Public Members

District 4 = Union; Penderlea; Grady; Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck District 5 = Burgaw; Holly

*** These positions can be temporarily filled by someone associated with this field who may not be currently licensed.

Applications can be completed on-line at www.pendercountync.gov (click on “How Do I” on the home page); or write or call Ms. Melissa Pedersen, Deputy Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-1200, and complete an application.

ANIMAL SHELTER CLOSURE The Pender County Animal Shelter will be closed Friday, March 27th, 2015 for a staff meeting. They will reopen at noon on Saturday, March 28th, 2015.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY PLANNING BOARD WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: April 8, 2015 TIME OF HEARINGS: 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARING NOTED WILL BE HELD IN THE PUBLIC MEETING ROOM AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING ROOM 145, 805 SOUTH WALKER STREET, BURGAW, N.C. 28425

TOPIC OF HEARING:

PUBLIC NOTICE TO ALL HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS: The U S Department of Housing and Urban Development asks residents to participate on the Resident Advisory Board (RAB) in compliance with Section 511 of the United States Housing Act and 24 CFR 903.13. According to 24 CFR 903, Public Housing Agencies (PHA) must establish a Resident Advisory Board(s) that may make recommendations regarding the development of the Public Housing Agency (PHA) Annual Plan, the PHA’s Five-year Plan and any modifications/amendment to it. According to the general statute, if there is no advisory board, all Section 8 recipients are considered a part of the advisory board and have the right to participate in the planning stage of the plan. A draft copy of the 2015 Annual plan is available at the following locations for public viewing: • •

The Pender County Housing Department The Pender County Housing Department Website

All eligible participants of the Housing Choice Voucher Program are encouraged to make recommendation to our office no later than March 30, 2015. If you wish to serve as a representative on the Resident Advisory Board, please contact the Pender County Housing Department at (910) 259-1208. Our office is located at 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw. The mailing address is P O Box 1149, Burgaw, NC 28425. The website is: http://www.pendercountync.gov/Government/Departments/HousingAuthority.aspx

Zoning Text Amendment Pender County, applicant, is requesting the approval of a Zoning Text Amendment to the Pender County Unified Development Ordinance. The request is to clarify requirements for the Planned Development zoning district by amending Sections 4.8, 4.14, and 6.1 and to revise the review procedures for by-right development review by amending Sections 2.3, 2.5, 2.9, 2.11, 3.4, 3.5, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 3.10, and 6.1. Detailed information for the amendment is available in the Planning Department office for review.

For Additional Information: Contact Pender County -Planning & Community Development 805 S Walker St Burgaw, NC 28425 Phone 910-259-1202

www.pendercountync.gov

Pender Sports

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Lady Pirates unbeaten

Topsail softball beats Laney, W. Brunswick

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Neither sleet nor snow nor a tough Mideastern Conference slate will deter the Topsail Pirate softball team this year. They have dodged poor weather conditions and a very good West Brunswick team to remain undefeated and atop the Mideastern Conference standings.

Last week the Pirates defeated a very good Laney squad 8-3 before edging West Brunswick 2-0 to remain the lone undefeated team in the MEC. In the Laney contest the Pirates fell behind for one of the few times this season. Looking at a 1-0 deficit going into the bottom of the second inning, the Pirates got constructive. They scored three runs to take a 3-1 lead with three singles and a double.

The Hampstead ladies scored three more runs in the third frame as Coach Jay Abston and assistant Stephen White went to the squeeze play twice.

Victoria Elder graced the circle and showed the Bucs why she has earned the bulk of the time in the circle. She worked her way around a tough Buccaneer batting order, going the distance.

Danielle Parks and Hailey Glester each had doubles to pace the Pirate attack.

The Pirates were scheduled to play a tough North Brunswick team but the weather would not cooperate. Later in the week they traveled to West Brunswick to face off with the Lady Trojans.

The West Brunswick squad was the class of the MEC 3A squads before Topsail arrived.

After a 2-0 win the Pirates can officially be named the team to beat in the conference as a whole.

Hayley Grizzle earned the win in the circle while Victoria Elder had four strikeouts in 2.2 innings of work. Keri White led the offense with two hits.

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew The Pirates hosted South Lady Pirate Keri White gets a piece of a pitch at a Brunswick on Tuesday, Dixon recent game in Hampstead. on Wednesday and will play at South Lenoir on Friday.

Topsail nine hands losses to West Brunswick, Laney

By Lee Wagner Contributing Writer One week after suffering a 4-0 loss to Ashley – their only loss of the season, thus far – where seemingly every ball they hit landed in the glove of an opposing Screaming Eagle – the Topsail High School baseball team boarded an activity bus for the long trek to Shallotte to face the unbeaten West Brunswick Trojans in a key Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference game against perhaps their toughest opponent in the battle for 3A supremacy out of the conference.

Everyone was expecting a close, exciting ball game, but junior left-hander Bryce Cota – aided by home runs from senior brother Clark Cota and senior Danny Wilson – gave the fans something no one really expected.

The Pirates used the odd innings – scoring two runs in the first and third, six runs in the fifth, and one run in the seventh – to defeat West Brunswick 11-1, sending the Trojans to their first loss of the season, and propelling the Pirates into a first-place tie in the conference with the win.

“No way we expected this but sometimes it just plays out that way,” Topsail Coach Granville Gehris said. “We know that if we played this team a hundred times this wouldn’t happen but one or two times. That’s a well-coached team, they never quit, and they never backed down. It’s just that we got the breaks tonight and go home and keep working to get better.”

The Pirates (7-1, 3-1) wasted little time setting the tone, seizing the lead seven pitches into the game. Sam Luchansky singled with one out on the sixth pitch and Clark Cota took a fastball from Trojan starting pitcher Jonathan Carlyle and planted it well beyond the left-field fence for a 2-0 Topsail lead.

It became 4-0 in the third on back-to-back singles by Wilson and Sam Luchansky, an error in

the outfield that put them on second and third, a ground out by Clark Cota, and a sacrifice fly by Trader Flora.

West Brunswick (8-1, 2-1) got a run back in the bottom of the fourth on a hit batsman, a single, and a ground out to make it 4-1 but the Pirates scored six times in the top of the fifth to put the game on ice.

Wilson made it 6-0 with a tworun blast over the left field fence, Clark Cota (walk) scored on an error, Josh Madole knocked in a run with a base hit, and Chase Thompson sent a pair of Pirates home with a single to make it 10-1.

Junior Chase Riker, who had a pair of hits in an earlier win over Laney, knocked in the 11th run of the game with a double, his second hit of this game.

“We just tried to shake it up because we were experiencing a lack of production from the bottom half of the order, and we put him (Riker) out there as a DH against Laney and he came through,” Gehris said. “He can hit, he’s a heads-up player, he’s a smart kid, he wants to be in the game, and he’s worked hard for it.”

Riker was very happy for the opportunity to get playing time, and definitely seized the day, saying he and the rest of the Pirates have been working hard.

“We definitely worked a lot harder in the cages after the Ashley game, staying some 20 minutes after practice to get some reps, and we are definitely more focused in the games now,” Riker said. “We’re getting ahead in the counts now instead of waiting back, and it’s definitely helped us.”

Bryce Cota gave up three hits over 5-2/3 innings, fanning six Trojans, and walking two. Luchansky pitched the last 1-1/3 innings, striking out two.

“Bryce is a very good pitcher and sometimes I think he gets overshadowed by Clark but you

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Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

The Pirate baserunner makes a successful slide at third base.

Staff photo by Andy Pettigrew

Lady Titan ace hurler A.J. Johnson

Titan men fall to Wallace

Lady Titans shut down WRH 13-0

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Wallace-Rose Hill Lady Bulldog softball team have always given the Trask Titans a hard time. No matter where the teams are in the standings, the Bulldogs play the Titans tough. Last week that was not the case as the Lady Titans traveled to Wallace and made quick work of the Duplin County ladies to the tune of a 13-0 score.

A.J. Johnson earned the start and went three innings, allowing two hits while freshman Brittany Foy threw two innings of no hit softball.

The Titans pounded out 13 hits for the night including a home run by Taylor Rivenburgh. The junior backstop also had four runs batted in. Foy was 2-3 on the night.

The Lady Titans scored five runs in the first frame and showed no mercy on the Lady Bulldogs. The score reached 8-0 in the second frame and 10-0 in the third. The Titans scored 13 runs and the game was called after five innings.

Trask was scheduled to play at Union later in the week. However, wet conditions forced the rescheduling of the contest.

Coach Corrina Reece and her Lady Titans are sitting atop the Four County Conference with a 3-1 record overall. They are 2-0 in conference play.

They hosted West Bladen on Tuesday before traveling to East Bladen on Friday.

Titan men fall to Bulldogs 10-0 The Trask varsity baseball team has struggled early this season. With their field unplayable, they have been forced to play all of their games away. Last week was a perfect example of this as they had to change their home game to an away game at Wallace. The result was a 10-0 defeat.

The Bulldogs pounded out 12 hits and scored in five of the six innings played. The Titans were held to four hits on the night while committing three errors in the field.

The Titans are 0-4 overall and 0-2 in conference play.

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In My Opinion

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

Pender County has had some talented baseball players over the years. There have been several that have played division one baseball as well as several that have played D-2 and 3. However, this year the county may be showing off in grand fashion.

Everyone that follows baseball in the county knows about the defending 2A champion Topsail Pirates.

Last year’s team seemed as if they used the regular season to prepare for the playoffs. From there they played some of the best baseball that has ever come out of Pender County.

The Pirates lost several very good baseball players from a year ago including the state championship MVP Trent Hansley. You might expect that the team would be down a bit this year or at the very least take a while to find their groove.

Not this team.

I was told that this year’s team may be better than last year’s squad. I was skeptical about this until I had the pleasure of watching them play.

This year’s team may be the best Topsail team that has ever graced the baseball diamond. I have yet to see any real weaknesses. The 2015 version of the Pirates can do it all. They have power and speed and a ton of pitching. It is exciting to know that there is a team that has a real chance of repeating as the state champions in our midst.

The Post & Voice has recognized this fact and has made a couple of moves to ensure that you get premium coverage of this team’s monumental run.

Our owner and managing

editor Andy Pettigrew has always tried to give Pender counties high schools the coverage that our bigger neighbors have neglected to give. In that spirit he authorized me to bring veteran sports writer Lee Wagner on to cover the Topsail Pirate baseball team. So far this decision has worked well as Lee has spent many hours covering the Pirates.

In my time with the Post & Voice I have learned that Mr. Pettigrew is pro sports.

His intent is to give the area high school athletes something to look back on with pictures and stories to narrate the best times of their lives.

On another note, the Topsail Lady Pirate softball team is off to a great start.

They have yet to be beaten. They currently sit atop the Mideastern Conference standings with wins over 4A Laney, Ashley and Hoggard.

They have also defeated a very good West Brunswick team. The Post & Voice will follow these ladies as well in hopes that we have two Topsail Pirate teams playing for a state title.

The Trask lady Titan softball team has lost just once, to the Lady Pirates. They too sit atop their conference standings. We look forward to watching these ladies make a run for a state title.

Although we try and give each school premium coverage, we feel that it is our duty to give those teams that are contending for a conference, regional or state title as much coverage as possible.

There is no favorite team for us. All of our studentathletes are our favorites.

On a final note, if your child’s name is misspelled please believe me when I say it is not intentional. Bring it to my attention and I will correct it.

The Post & Voice newspaper takes pride in covering our high school athletics to the best of our ability. We consider each and every one of our reader’s friends and neighbors. I usually end this column with this is just my opinion. However, this is not my opinion. This is a fact. We will see you at the game.

Pender gets win over Clinton

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender Patriot baseball has already endured a season’s worth of distractions and setbacks as first year coach Robbie Futch has had to make some tough decisions.

However, he has made no excuses and has applauded his young team’s heart and determination.

Last week the Patriots entertained a Staff photo by Bobby Norris very good Clinton Cameron Guertin takes aim at the Dark Horse squad in plate. their first conference action of the year. Coach Futch knew how important the game meant to his team so he did what every good high school baseball coach would do. He rolled out his ace and stuck him on the hill.

Seven innings later the upstart Patriots were celebrating their first win of the season, a 1-0 affair buoyed by the pitching of senior Cameron Guertin.

The Patriots started the game with a handful of underclassmen gracing the infield dirt. Senior Cameron Guertin stood tall on the mound and took the ball with a confident air about himself. The burly right-hander used his vast experience and a good fast ball to challenge the Dark Horse hitters. He threw in a nasty breaking ball on occasion and the Sampson County Dark Horse squad seemed overmatched.

Guertin scattered two hits in seven innings of work and struck out 11 Dark Horse batters.

The Patriots scored the only run of the game in the sixth frame. Guertin slammed a double and Addison Chadwick drove him in with a single.

The Dark Horses had runners on first and third with one out in the sixth when Patriot coach decided to walk the next Clinton batter and load the bases with the hopes of getting a double play. Guertin got a strikeout and then induced a fly ball

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Lady Patriots slam Clinton, earn conference win

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Veteran Coach Gary Battle has talked about patience since he took over the patriot

softball team early in the year. He expected the team to take a while to find its self.

Last week it seemed to have found itself in a big way as they exploded on the Clinton Dark Horses to the tune of a 29-10 win.

The Dark Horses jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first frame and held serve in the bottom of the inning. After the Patriots shut down the Dark Horses in the top of the second the bats began to sound off. The Clinton pitcher struggled to find the strike zone and when she did the Patriots made her pay. Fifteen runs later the Patriots were in control of the game.

The upstart Dark Horses never gave up and scored a run in each of the next two frames but the Patriots exploded for 14 more runs in the

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The Lady Patriot short stop (above) makes the tag at second base. Lady Patriot pitcher Gracie Vincent (left) picked up the win against Clinton. bottom of the fourth to erase any doubts about the game.

Gracie Vincent ear ned the win in the circle for the Patriots, their first of 2015.

Imani Newkirk and Kamaya

Nixon were among the leaders at the plate.

Pender was scheduled to play at Midway but the game was called due to the threat of rain.

Young Pirate soccer team learns as they go

By Lee Wagner Contributing Writer A relatively young team with 10 seniors out of 21 players is what Jimmy Pyrtle found when he approached the 2015 season as the Topsail High School girls’ soccer first-year head coach after taking over for Sid Bendahmane, but the one advantage he had was familiarity with some of the players after serving as the junior-varsity coach for several seasons.

Pyrtle, a Wilmington native who attended New Hanover High School, welcomed back nine girls from the 2014 team that went 7-12-1 overall and 4-7-1 in the split Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference, but that squad lost it second- and third-leading scorers (Blakney Blair and Jessica Vara) and its starting goalkeeper (Mackenzie Sparks), so Pyrtle realized there was some work that had to be done.

“We returned seven seniors who had played significant minutes or started in past seasons so it appeared that we might be solid defensively,” Pyrtle said. “The overall team depth has improved from last season and we feel we should have some significant improvement this year “I felt the main weakness might be inexperience, espe-

cially in the early part of the season. Of 37 total girls in the girls’ soccer program, 23 of them are either freshmen or sophomores.

Pyrtle’s familiarity with the program and the conference allowed him to predict that Hoggard, Laney, and New Hanover would probably be at the top of the conference title run, but he also said, “Based on last season’s results a fair projection for Topsail would be fourth or fifth in the conference.”

Heading into last weekend, Pyrtle was right on track. His Lady Pirates were 3-4-0 overall and 0-2 in the conference with a 6-0 loss to Hoggard (8-0, 2-0) on March 17 and a 1-0 loss to Ashley (6-0, 2-0) on Thursday as the only conference blemishes on the record. Laney is first (6-0, 2-0) with the Lady Vikings second and Ashley in third. New Hanover (4-3, 0-1) lost a 2-0 conference match to Hoggard.

“We’re doing okay,” said Pyrtle in a telephone interview last Friday. “Both teams were evenly matched (vs. Ashley) and they got a goal and we didn’t. We’ve been competitive in every game except for the Hoggard game.

“We have a lot of freshman and sophomores who are still learning how to play at the high-school level. They’re

getting better and, I believe, will be real good eventually.

We’re still working on some things on defense but we’re better than we were last year, and the offense is coming around.”

In the seven games played thus far this season, the Lady Pirates have been outscored 15-9 but six of those goals came in the loss to Hoggard, meaning in the other six games (3-3) the scoring has been even at nine goals each team.

Leading the way so far are sophomore Lexi Gilley with six goals, freshman Carmen Pyrtle (Jimmy’s daughter) with two goals, and junior Micah Houghtalin with one goal.

Pyrtle mostly spoke about his seniors on his pre-season form, mentioning all 10 and singling out four – Annie Johnson, Tori Reinhard, Emilie Garner, and Logan Spainhour.

“Annie did not play last season due to an ACL injury but we are expecting her to be a creator for her teammates, and contribute in goal scoring,” Pyrtle said. “Tori is expected to be the leader on the back line. She is smart and competitive.

“Emilie may be the most technically skilled player on the team. She is expected to be a creator for our attack, and to contribute in goal scor-

ing, and Logan is expected to be an offensive force this season, and to apply constant pressure on the opposition.”

The other seniors are Abbey Cox (D), Kelsey Schwarz (MF/D), Maura Carroll D/MF) and Rachel Polera (MF/D) – all four year players in the program – along with Breanna O’Connor (D/ GK) and Samantha Taylor (MF/F).

“Each of these players is expected to have a significant impact on our success this season,” Pyrtle said.

The two other girls specifically mentioned were Gilley and freshman goalkeeper Haley Childress.

“Lexi is the leading returning goal scorer from last season,” Pyrtle said. “She has range from long distance, and is particularly skilled at serving balls in front of the goal on corner kicks. “Haley is a polished goalkeeper despite only being a freshman. She is also skilled enough to play in the field but will likely be a full-time ‘keeper for Topsail High School.

“There are 13 newcomers to the varsity roster this season. The junior class is small in numbers but they are expected to contribute.

The coaching staff has been encouraged by the apparent depth in the sophomore and

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Pender County Sports Roundup Trask men earn win in track and field The Trask men’s and women’s track and field team traveled to Southwest Onslow for a meet on the 17th.

The men defeated the Stallions 71-66 while the Lady Titans fell 77-50.

The Top sprinter for the Titans was Dorien Brown.

He finished second in the 100 meter dash while Chris Sharpless finished fourth.

The Titans were at a 20-7 deficit in the sprinting department but made up a lot of

ground in the distance and hurdling department as well as in the jumping events.

Tyquan Davis swept the jumping events, taking first in the triple, long and high jumps.

Jordan Osgood won the 110 meter hurdles while Aaron Hicks finished second.

The Lady Titans were shorthanded with the absence of Desire Brown. The Titans swept the throwing events and also edged the Stallions in the distance events.

Zykia Green won the shot put throw while Mackenzie Collins won the discus throw. The Titans swept both throwing events.

Nizae Phillip tied for first in the triple jump to pace the jumping Titans. Tara Nabours won the 800 meter run while Samantha Saunders finished second.

Pender girls’ soccer falls to Clinton The Pender Lady Patriot soccer team ran into a buzz saw in the Clinton Dark Horses last week and fell 9-0.

The Lady Patriots started the season at 2-0 but have dropped two Four County Conference matches against two of the top teams in the conference. They dropped a 1-0 affair at Wallace earlier in the season.

Ashley upends Lady Pirate lacrosse team The Topsail Lady Pirate lacrosse team dropped a conference affair to Ashley on Friday. The score was 17-6.

The Lady Pirates are 0-3 on the year. They will play South Brunswick Mar. 24.

Osgood important part of the Titan track team

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Luchansky is a player for the Topsail

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer In the world of high school track and field there are a few events that are hard to field.

Among those events are the pole vault and the hurdling sprints.

A good hurdler has to be very fast and agile. He has to be able to get up and down in a fluid motion while staying focused on the finish line.

Titan hurdler Jordan Osgood has become one of those special athletes that can do all of the above and be competitive at it.

Osgood has gotten better at the art of hurdling during his time on the Titan track and field team. His name appears regularly at or near the top of the results in both hurdling events.

As the 2015 season progresses Jordan Osgood will get better. By the time the conference championships get here he will be a contender for a conference championship.

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When the 2015 baseball season started for the Topsail Pirate varsity team, there were a lot of names being thrown around as being one of the better players in the area.

One of those names was senior Sam Luchansky. He was mentioned with the best of the best in the Mideastern Conference as well as in the eastern part of North Carolina.

Sam is batting .421 through six games including six RBIs and five runs scored. He has been solid at the plate. He has eight hits in 19 at bats.

Luchansky has also been solid on the mound. He has pitched six innings, allowing three hits and striking out three.

He is one of the Pirates better pitchers this year.

As the season progresses expect Luchansky to get better in every facet of the game.

He is definitely a player for the Pirate hard ballers.

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The winter weather is coming and going and the area anglers have become a little shell-shocked.

When the temperatures and rain let up and the anglers hit the water they are finding a few bream for the taking.

Remember to set the depth of your bait according to the temperature of the water you are fishing in. Worms and crickets are doing the trick when the weather breaks.

I talked to a couple of guys who say they are catching a few cats on chicken livers and select cut baits.

The saltwater fishing should get cranked up real soon. I can’t wait to start trolling off of the breakers in search of the Spanish. It is not that far away. A few reds have been caught around Topsail. Gulp shrimp will work here.

This week’s fishing tip When I first started fishing, my father started me out on an old-fashioned cane pole. There is nothing more fun that sitting on the bank of a pond or even the river with a cane pole watching your bobber dance as a bream nibbles at your cricket or worm. Let’s go over the basics of fishing with a cane pole as I learned them.

The first thing to do is find a pole that fits the person fishing with it. If your little girl or boy is just starting out, try and find one that is small enough for them to handle with ease.

Next up is to get the line attached to the end of the pole. Not too much line. Make sure your little one can handle the rig.

Set your bobber according to the depth of the water you are fishing in. I like the big ole red and white bobbers my self.

Finally, make sure you use a small hook as the bream is a small fish. Don’t put too much bait on the hook, Just enough to get the fishes attention.

Taking your child or grandchild fishing will build memories that they will never forget, nor will you. That’s why I say, Take a kid fishing.

Post & Voice Top Performers

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The wet weather pattern has caused some postponements in the area high school sports schedules. However, there were some contests that were played.

The Trask men defeated Southwest Onslow in track and field. Tyquan Davis swept the jumping events, taking first in the triple, long and high jumps.

The Trask ladies fell to the Lady Stallions despite a good effort by Zykia Green in the shot put and Mackenzie Collins in the discus throw.

The Titan softball team beat Wallace by 13 runs behind the pitching of A.J. Johnson and Brittany Foy. Taylor Rivenburgh had a dinger and four ribbeys to lead the ladies.

The Topsail baseball team is on a roll. They 10-run ruled a very good West Brunswick team. Bryce Cota gave up three hits over 5-2/3 innings, fanning six Trojans, and walking two. Sam Luchansky pitched the last 1-1/3 innings, striking out two.

On Tuesday the Pirates traveled to Wilmington to face Laney and they came away with a convincing 18-4 victory over the Buccaneers behind the pitching of senior Clark Cota and the for-for-four ef-

fort at the plate by Chase Thompson.

The Lady Pirate softball team is still riding a perfect record after dispatching of Laney and West Brunswick.

Victoria Elder is still on point in the circle for the Pirates. She picked up a complete game win over Laney and also pitched well against West Brunswick.

Danielle Parks and Hailey Glester each had doubles to pace the Pirate attack.

The lady Pirates also beat a very good Trojan team behind the pitching of Hayley Grizzle. Keri White was the hero at the plate, pacing the Lady Pirates with two hits.

The Lady Patriot softball team earned their first win of the year behind the pitching of Gracie Vincent and the bats of Imani Newkirk and Kamaya Nixon.

The Pender baseball team got their first win of the season, a conference victory over Clinton. Riley Murray had a good game in a loss to New Hanover while Addison Chadwick drove in the winning run against Clinton.

Cameron Guertin shut out the Dark Horses, allowing two hits in seven innings of work while striking out 11 Dark Horse batters. He also scored the winning run after hitting a double. He is this week’s Top performer.

Trask soccer off to 0-2 start The Trask soccer team has fought the familiar weather postponement this year. They have played only two matches. Both of those

matches were Four County Conference affairs that they lost.

Clinton handed the Lady Titans a 9-0 loss on the 13th with Wallace taking a 4-0 win over the young Titans.

Daniels is an athlete at heart at Pender High

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer As a basketball player, India Daniels played her heart out. She always gave her best ef fort no matter what the score was or how many minutes she played. One of her best attributes is her physical play.

This year the sophomore has decided to give softball a try. So far her efforts have produced some big hits at the plate along with some intense efforts in the field.

She always gives coach Gary Battle 110 percent no matter what the situation.

Although India may be in somewhat of a learning mode, she has been able to put the bat on the ball in most cases.

Her pure power helps her find the gaps in the defense.

Miss Daniels brings a solid and determined attitude to the plate for the Patriots.

There is no doubt about her heart and athleticism. She will be a positive influence on the Patriots.

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices EXECUTOR’S NOTICE Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Raymond Armstead Nichols, late of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify that all persons having claims against the said estate to present such claims to the undersigned on or before the 8th day of June, 2015, or this notice will be placed in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment.

This 12th day of March, 2015.

Michael James Autry, Executor 1681 U. S. Highway No. 117 North Burgaw, North Carolina 28425 Robert C. Kenan, Jr. MOORE & KENAN Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 957 Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-9800 #6796 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2/15

Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District (in Pender County) -Notice of the adoption of an www.facebook.com/ order extending time to issue bondsPostVoice approved in 2006 The Board of Commissioners of Pender County, North Carolina, as the governing body of Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District has adopted an order extending the time to issue general obligation water bonds approved at a 2006 referendum.

Order Extending Time for Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District To Issue Bonds Approved at 2006 Referendum WHEREAS – At a referendum held on November 7, 2006, the voters of the Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District authorized the issuance of up to $45,000,000 of District general obligation water bonds.

The District has not yet issued any of such bonds. The District’s authorization to issue such bonds will expire in November, 2013, unless the time is extended as provided by law.

The North Carolina Local Government Commission has approved an extension, and the District’s governing board has held a required public hearing on the question of whether the authorization should be extended.

Additional time is needed to complete the projects to be financed from the bonds approved in 2006, and to carry out the bond financing. It is in the District’s best interest to extend the time to issue the Bonds.

BE IT THEREFORE ORDERED by the Board of Commissioners of Pender County, North Carolina, as the governing body of Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District, as follows: 1. The Board approves the actions of the North Carolina Local Government Commission in extending the maximum time period for issuing bonds under the bond order entitled as follows: BOND ORDER AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER BONDS OF MOORE’S CREEK WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT IN THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF $45,000,000 which took effect upon its approval by the qualified voters in the District on November 7, 2006, from seven to ten years after the date such bond order took effect. The time period is so extended.

2. The Clerk to this Board is authorized and directed to publish a notice, in the form prescribed by statute, of the Board’s adoption of this Order.

3.This Order shall take effect 30 days after its publication as provided in the preceding paragraph.

The foregoing order was adopted on the 16th day of September, 2013, and hereby published this 19th day of March, 2015. Any action or proceeding questioning the validity of such order must be begun within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. #6814 3/19, 3/26/15

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BE IT THEREFORE ORDERED by the Board of Commissioners of Pender County, North Carolina, as the governing body of Central Pender Water and Sewer District, as follows: 1. The Board approves the actions of the North Carolina Local Government Commission in extending the maximum time period for issuing bonds under the bond order entitled as follows: BOND ORDER AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER BONDS OF CENTRAL PENDER WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT IN THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF $27,000,000 which took effect upon its approval by the qualified voters in the District on November 7, 2006, from seven to ten years after the date such bond order took effect. The time period is so extended.

2. The Clerk to this Board is authorized and directed to publish a notice, in the form prescribed by statute, of the Board’s adoption of this Order.

3. This Order shall take effect 30 days after its publication as provided in the preceding paragraph.

The foregoing order was adopted on the 16th day of September, 2013, and hereby published this 19th day of March, 2015. Any action or proceeding questioning the validity of such order must be begun within 30 days after the date of publication of this notice. #6813 3/19, 3/26/15

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER EXECUTOR’S NOTICE The undersigned having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Helen M. LoPresti, deceased, late of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against said Estate to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 30th day of June, 2015 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 6th day of March, 2015.

Patrick J. LoPresti Executor of the Estate of Helen M. LoPresti c/o Charles T. Busby Attorney at Law P.O. Box 818 Hampstead, NC 28443-818 #6810 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2/15

13 SP 185 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 Leah Rhianna Snyder a/k/a Leah Snyder to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated September 18, 2009 and recorded on September 22, 2009 in Book 3685 at Page 122, 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 March 31, 2015 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 6, Section 3, according to a plat entitled “Plat of Bellhammon Plantation, Section Three and A Revision of Lot 58, Section 1”, as recorded in Map Book 31, Page 50, of the Pender County Registry; reference to which is hereby made or a more particular description.

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

Central Pender Water and Said property is commonly known Sewer District -as 101 Bellhammon Drive, Rocky Notice of the adoption of an Point, NC 28457. order extending time to issue A cash deposit (no personal bonds approved in 2006 checks) of five percent (5%) of the The Board of Commissioners of purchase price, or Seven Hundred Pender County, North Carolina, as Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is the governing body of Central Pender greater, will be required at the time of Water and Sewer District, has ad- the sale. Following the expiration of opted an order extending the time to the statutory upset bid period, all the issue general obligation water bonds remaining amounts are immediately approved at a 2006 referendum. due and owing. THIRD PARTY PUROrder Extending Time for Central CHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE Pender Water and Sewer District To TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS Issue Bonds Approved at 2006 Ref- FOR THEIR DEED. erendum Said property to be offered purWHEREAS – suant to this Notice of Sale is being At a referendum held on Novem- offered for sale, transfer and conber 7, 2006, the voters of Central veyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There Pender Water and Sewer District are no representations of warranty authorized the issuance of up to relating to the title or any physical, $27,000,000 of District general obli- environmental, health or safety congation water bonds. ditions existing in, on, at, or relating The District has not yet issued any to the property being offered for sale. of such bonds. The District’s autho- This sale is made subject to all prior rization to issue such bonds will ex- liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land pire in November, 2013, unless the transfer taxes, special assessments, time is extended as provided by law. easements, rights of way, deeds of reThe North Carolina Local Govern- lease, and any other encumbrances ment Commission has approved an or exceptions of record. To the best extension, and the District’s govern- of the knowledge and belief of the ing board has held a required public undersigned, the current owner(s) of hearing on the question of whether theFind property is/are Leah Snyder.

Your the authorization should be extendAn Order for possession of the Treasures ed. may be issued pursuant to Antiques, Consignment property Here! in favor of the purchasAdditional time is needed to com- G.S. 45-21.29 Thrift plete the projects&to be financed from er and against the party or parties in the bonds approved in 2006, and to possession by the clerk of superior carry out the bond financing.

It is in courtNew of the county in which the propCurrently Accepting Vendors the District’s best interest to extend erty is sold. Any person who occuthe time to issue the Bonds. pies the property 205 W. Fremont St. pursuant to a rental

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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.: 13-07590-FC01 #6812 3/19, 3/26/15 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of Jessie Nebraska Farrior, deceased, of Pender County.

This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Jessie Nebraska Farrior, to present them to the undersigned on or before June 18, 2015 at 7754 NC Hwy 50, Maple Hill, NC 28454, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of March, 2015.

Carolyn Pickett 7754 NC Hwy 50 Maple Hill, NC 28454 #6806 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2/15

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Irwin V. Hendelman, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Irwin V. Hendelman, to present them to the undersigned on or before June 25, 2015 at 144 Great Oak Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 19th day of March, 2015.

Michael W. Ward 144 Great Oak Drive Hampstead, NC 28443 #6815 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9/15

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ELOISE S. NIXON The undersigned having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Eloise S. Nixon deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against this estate to present such claims to the undersigned C/O Terry B. Richardson, Attorney at Law, 209 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 on or before the 30th day of June, 2015, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of your recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment.

This 19th day of March, 2015 Enoch Nixon, Jr. Administrator Terry B. Richardson Attorney for the Estate 209 Princess Street Wilmington, NC 28401 Telephone No.: (910) 763-7420 Fax No.: (910) 762-4176 #6825 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16/15 14 SP 245 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 David H. Dunbar a/k/a Dave Dunbar to David B. Craig, Trustee(s), which was dated January 15, 2004 and recorded on February 9, 2004 in Book 2317 at Page 082 and rerecorded/modified/corrected on July 22, 2011 in Book 3947, Page 181, 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 April 7, 2015 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in Topsail Township, Pender County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot 16, Creekside Subdivision, Topsail Township, Pender County and as more particularly described in Map Book 32, Page 84, Pender County Registry.

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

Said property is commonly known as 37 Frey Court, Hampstead, NC 28443.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale.

This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Dave Dunbar a/k/a David H. Dunbar.

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.: 09-02680-FC02 #6822 3/26, 4/2/15

14 SP 150 AMENDED 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 John C. Murrell to Rod Swan, Trustee(s), which was dated July 26, 2012 and recorded on August 14, 2012 in Book 4116 at Page 237, 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 April 7, 2015 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: All that certain lot or parcel of land situate in the City of Hampstead, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows Being all of Lot 139 of Eagle’s Watch, Phase One, Section Fifteen, as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 47, Page 124 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which map is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description The improvements thereon being known as 136 Hydrangea Lane, Hampstead, NC 28443 Being the same property which, by Deed dated December 20, 2011 and recorded in the Office of the Register

of Deeds of the City of Hampstead, County of Pender, North Carolina, in Book 4007, Page 221, was granted and conveyed by Charlie A Weingroff and Kristen N Weingroff unto John C Murrell Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 136 Hydrangea Lane, Hampstead, NC 28443.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale.

This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are John C. Murrell.

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.: 14-12536-FC01 #6823 3/26, 4/2/15

14 SP 249 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 Shaneka E. Johnson and Jermaine A. Wilson to Joan H. Anderson, Trustee(s), which was dated December 19, 2007 and recorded on January 9, 2008 in Book 3386 at Page 176, 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 April 7, 2015 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 all of Lot 86, as shown on map entitled Final Map Summit Ridge, Phase V-B, recorded in Map Book 34, at Page 121 of the Pender County Registry, said map is hereby referenced for a more particular description; together with a right of way in common with others over, through or upon any and all existing streets providing access to the lot shown on said map. Subject to all easements, encumbrances, rights of way and restrictions of record, including that Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded in Book 1254, Page 295 and in that Supplemental Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Summit Ridge Subdivision, Phase V-B recorded in Book 1827, Page 175 all in the Pender County Registry and any amendments thereto; all governmental land use regulations, including zoning, subdivision and building regulations applicable to subject property; and to ad valorem taxes for current and subsequent years.

Save and except any releases,

deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 808 East Belair Court, Rocky Point, NC 28457.

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

To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Shaneka E. Johnson and husband, Jermaine A. Wilson.

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.: 13-23196-FC02 #6824 3/26, 4/2/15 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER EXECUTOR’S NOTICE The undersigned having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Sally M. Howell, same person as Sadie Tesch Moak Howell, deceased, late of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against said Estate to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 1st day of August, 2015 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 16th day of March, 2015.

ROBERT HOWELL Executor of the Estate of Sadie Tesch Moak Howell c/o Charles T. Busby Attorney at Law P.O. Box 818 Hampstead, NC 28443-818 #6821 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16/15 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 12CV155 PLAINTIFF Tiffany Hall McKoy 741 G Shaw Road Ivanhoe, NC 28447 VS. DEFENDANT Darrell McKoy 65 Crooked Creek Burgaw, NC 28425 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION To: Darrell McKoy Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is an absolute divorce. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than May 7, 2015, and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought.

This the 26 day of March, 2015.

Tiffany Hall McKoy 741 G Shaw Road Ivanhoe, NC 28447 #6820 3/26, 4/2, 4/9/15

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He’s good.�

On Tuesday the Pirates traveled to Wilmington to face Laney and they came away with a convincing 18-4 victory over the Buccaneers behind the pitching of senior Clark Cota and the 4-for-4 effort at the plate by Thompson.

Cota struggled a bit on the mound, often overthrowing some of his pitches in front of a bevy of Major-League scouts behind home plate flashing radar guns. Cota threw 89 pitches in 3-2/3 innings of work, walking four, hitting two batters and fanning eight. Cota gave up just two hits and two earned runs – showing the ability to

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No one else in Hampstead has a wine list like this. Each item on the menu will be described so that it will be easier for

awesome in the seventh closing it out. I’m very happy for the guys.�

Early in the week the Patriots played a tough New Hanover Wildcat team. Although the Pats lost 8-0, Coach Futch saw a lot of positives in his teams play. “The funny thing about the week was that I knew we were in good shape after we played this ballgame. If you can go down to New Hanover with 10

players, start a freshman on the mound, and not feel like you got pounded you’re doing good. If you remove a couple of muffed balls, we only give up two runs. In all honesty, our pitching and defense should be commended for holding them in check around the miscues.�

Chase Nor ris took the loss despite giving up only two earned runs. Riley Murray went 2-3 on the day.

get of tough situations with strikeouts. “Tonight I think Clark was more aware of the scouts and the radar guns then he has been in the past,� Gehris said. “He kind of lost his focus a little bit there in that third inning (two runs on two hits, a walk, and a hit batsman) but he came back and got out of it. “I sent him out there in the fourth in an attempt to get his pitch count up to where we wanted it. I wanted him to come back out and work on a few things, and I think we found some things with him to identify and work on to make him sharper for his next time out.�

The Pirate offense definitely did all it could to earn this one, combining 14 hits with nine walks by Laney pitchers to send 18 runners across home plate. Topsail took a 1-0 lead in the first on a RBI triple by Flora but Laney came back with an unearned run to tie it at 1-1.

Topsail scored four times in the top of the third with Flora

knocking in two teammates and Jake Madole and Thompson plating runs with base hits. Laney closed to 5-3 in the bottom of the frame before the Pirates broke the game wide open in the top of the fifth.

The Pirates sent 18 batters to the plate – going through three Buccaneer relievers – scoring 13 times on five hits, eight walks, three wild pitches, a balk, and a steal of home by Luchansky. Thompson and Riker each had two RBIs and Luchansky, Sam Hall, and Josh Madole knocked in runs. “I think Friday’s game sent us a message and we went up there tonight with the right approach, got some key hits, and took advantage of what they gave us,� Thompson said. “I know I was zoned in tonight and hopefully it’s something we can carry forward.�

The Pirates were at home yesterday (Tuesday) for a conference game against South Brunswick and stays in Hampstead tonight (Wednesday) for a non-conference tilt against D. H. Conley.

of these players may end up being varsity starters, or at lease rotation players.�

Topsail played Wester n Alamance in the Brittany Tournament on Saturday, traveled

to West Brunswick for a key conference match on Monday, and returned home on Tuesday against South Brunswick. The Lady Pirates play host to 4A Laney today (Thursday).

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We have real chefs back there, and they take pride in what they do. We have specials every day, including seafood specials. We have prime rib on Friday nights, and on holidays the four-course meals.,� said Parks.

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices EXECUTORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF GEORGE DALLAS FLYNN JR, ESTATE FILE NO: 15E003 All persons, ďŹ rms or corporations having claims against George Dallas Flynn Jr., deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, are notiďŹ ed to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before June 11, 2015 or this notice will be plead in bar of recovery.

All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 12th day of March 2015.

George Dallas Flynn III and Glenda Flynn Norris, CO- Executors of the Estate of George Dallas Flynn Jr. C/O of his attorney, Renee Williamson Bloodworth, Attorney at Law 130 East Church Street, PO BOX 129 Atkinson, NC 28421 #6805 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2/15

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualiďŹ ed as Executrix of the estate of Rufus David Howard, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Rufus David Howard, to present them to the undersigned on or before June 18, 2015 at 1225 Stag Park Road, Burgaw, NC 28425, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of March, 2015.

Susan E. Howard 1225 Stag Park Road Burgaw, NC 28425 #6809 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2/15

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 March 31, 2015 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 PASSING 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 reected 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.â€? 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 rep-

resentative 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 February 24, 2015.

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 #6795 3/19, 3/26/15

12 SP 494 AMENDED 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 Joseph Parnell a/k/a Joseph A. Parnell to Julia Boseman, Trustee(s), which was dated October 24, 2003 and recorded on October 31, 2003 in Book 2255 at Page 081, 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 March 31, 2015 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Lot 4: Beginning at an iron in the western right of way of NCSR 1635 said iron is the following courses and distances from a nail over the center of an 18� metal culvert under NCSR 1635.

Said culvert is 0.2 miles north of the intersection of SR 1635 and SR 1520. From said nail S 24 degrees 26’51� East 261.45 feet to a nail in the centerline of SR 1635, thence N 86 degrees 08’ West 33.34 feet to an iron in the western right of way of SR 1635, thence with the right of way of SR 1635 N 23 degrees 04’ West 499.17 feet to the point of Beginning.

From the point of Beginning: 1) with the right of way SR 1635; N 23 degrees 04’ West 115.00 feet to an iron, thence 2) S 63 degrees 47’35� West 351.19 feet to an iron, thence 3) S 12 degrees 55’20� East 118.00 feet to an iron, thence 4) N 63 degrees 47’35� East 372.02 feet to the point of Beginning Contains 0.953 acres (plus or minus) Lot 5: Beginning at an iron in the western right of way of SR 1635 said iron is the following courses and distances from a nail over an 18� metal curvet under NCSR 1635. Said culvert is 0.2 miles north of the intersection of NCSR 1635 and NCSR 1520. From said nail over culvert S 24 degrees 26’51� East 261.45 feet to a nail in the centerline of SR 1635, thence N 86 degrees 08’ West 33.34 feet to an iron in the western right of way of SR 1635, thence with the right of way N 23 degrees 04’ West 379.17 feet to the point of Beginning. From the point of beginning: 1) with the right of way SR 1635; N 23 degrees 04’ West 120.00 feet to an iron, thence 2) S 63 degrees 47’35� West 250.00 feet to an iron, thence 3) S 23 degrees 04’ East 120.00 feet to an iron, thence 4) N 63 degrees 47’35� East 250.00 feet to the point of Beginning Contains 0.688 acres (more or less)

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

Said property is commonly known as 285 Sandy Bend Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457.

A cash deposit (no personal checks) of ďŹ ve percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX AND THE RECORDING COSTS FOR THEIR DEED. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.â€? 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 Buschmila M. Mason and wife, Crystal R. Mason with a life estate reserved to Joseph Alvin Parnell and wife, Heather Teresa Parnell.

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 ďŹ ling of a bankruptcy petition prior to the conďŹ rmation 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.: 10-30144-FC02 #6808 3/19, 3/26/15 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER SPECIAL NOTICE To all persons claiming interest in: 1990 - 14' - 1456FP - Laundau and 1966 - 20hp - FD-20C - Johnson, Trae J. King will apply to SCDNR for title on watercraft/outboard motor. If you have any claim to the watercraft/ outboard motor, contact SCDNR at (803) 734-3858. Upon thirty days after the date of the last advertisement if no claim of interest is made and the watercraft/outboard motor has not been reported stolen, SCDNR shall issue clear title.

Case No: 20150226950095 #6818 3/19, 3/26, 4/2/15

PUBLIC HEARING On, Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. there will be a public hearing to seek public input regarding the potential implementation of paid parking for the Town of Topsail Beach with a private contractor operating the program. The purpose of the paid parking is to generate funds needed to maintain the Town’s 30 year Beach Inlet and Sound Maintenance program. The public hearing will be held in the Town Board Room at Town Hall at 820 South Anderson Boulevard. If you have questions, please contact Town Hall at 910-328-5841. #6816 3/26, 4/2/15

News and Advertising Deadline is Friday at Noon.

910.259.9111

March 26, 2015

Section B

Living

It’s Farmers’ Market time

The Farmers’ Market at Poplar Grove Plantation will open for the season April 1. Shoppers are invited to stop by on opening day and every Wednesday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. to meet and support their local growers and producers.

The market will remain in operation through Nov. 24, the week before Thanksgiving.

Interacting with the people growing, catching, baking and producing your food and other products is just one of the great opportunities at the Farmers’ Market. Shopping with local growers and producers for fresh produce, landscape and bedding plants, herbs, baked goods and the handmade art and craft items at the market provides for a distinctive shopping experience. The grounds of beautiful historic Poplar Grove Plantation will be open on market day, and there is easy access from Highway 17 and plenty of free parking.

BJ Ryan, Community Events Coordinator at Poplar Grove, said that the market has become a popular weekly event.

“Working at Poplar Grove is never boring. The events are all exciting, but the farmers’ market is one of my favorites. It is so appropriate to have on a historic farm and it reminds me of growing up on a farm,” said Ryan. “I love that local, fresh foods are becoming more available. The bakeries, the artisan crafts and the plants that are offered at the market are all such wonderful products; and it feels so right to be able to help these hard-working small business owners connect with customers that value their products.”

The Farmers’ Market at Poplar Grove was established to provide a retail outlet for local growers and producers to sell their goods directly to consumers. The market strives to educate customers on local farm products and practices, promote the use of local products and serve the community through programming and activities. The open-air market takes place under the big old shade trees at the historic site. Everything is locally grown or homemade, including: fresh seasonal produce, meats and seafood, goat cheese, pickles, pastries and other baked goods, honey, eggs and peanut products. There is a wide selection of unique arts and crafts, such as jewelry, scenic photography, birdhouses, fiber arts, pottery and beautiful baskets. There are also plants, fresh cut flowers, North Carolina wines, specialty foods and much more.

The market partners with Feast Down East, a nonprofit organization that works to create and expand the local food economy by linking traditional family farms to local restaurants, grocers, schools and hospitals. The group seeks to provide access for everyone for fresh, healthy and affordable food; as well as create jobs, keep local food dollars here in southeastern North Carolina, and protect the environment.

Feast Down East recently held Raise the Barn, a farm-to-table event designed to support and expand its current programs. The event took place at Poplar Grove.

Caroline Lewis, Executive Director of Poplar Grove Plantation, said that Poplar Grove collaborates with Feast Down East for a variety of reasons, but especially to benefit another local nonprofit whose mission is specifically devoted to connecting local farmers with local retail outlets.

“When local nonprofits work together, the impact upon the community is that much greater,” said Lewis. “When the community supports local nonprofits such as Feast Down East, those funds directly support our local farmers and growers, who have been by and large overtaken by large corporations outside of the state, and in some cases outside of the United States. As a consumer and a citizen, it is important to know that where we choose to spend our dollars impacts the local community first and foremost. We can and do make a difference when we choose to spend our dollars locally. Local neighbors make the best neighbors and the best partners.”

One example of programming provided at the market is the free plant clinic held the second Wednesday of each month at the Farmers’ Market. On those days, the Pender County Master Gardeners are available at their Ask a Master Gardener booth. Guests are encouraged to stop by their booth for answers to garden-related questions, and to bring in plants for identification or diagnosis of plant and garden problems.

Jackie and Suzette Hawley, owners of Summit Woodworks and Bone Tired Beds, are regular market vendors. They create handcrafted products for home and hound that include exotic hardwood cutting boards, dog beds, butterfly feeders and a complete line of one-of-a-kind canine couture including clothing and collars. They said that out of all the markets they participate in, Poplar Grove’s Farmers’ Market has a special place in their hearts.

“Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market is a unique experience in that it is located on the grounds of a historic plantation,” said Suzette. “The rich history of the plantation creates a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere for the market under the ancient magnolia trees; making it a favorite destination for not only us vendors, but for customers as well. Farmers’ markets are essential to the community. They allow farmers and artists to do what we love and create a living by working for ourselves and supplying the community with local homegrown products. We appreciate all our customers that shop and support small businesses in North Carolina and contribute to making our economy stronger.”

Family Day at the Market is scheduled for June 25. Throughout the day, community groups and local nonprofit agencies will be invited to have educational and informational booths. Email BJ Ryan to inquire about participation in Family Day at bjryan@poplargrove.org or call (910) 686-9518. For market updates, any possible changes to the market schedule and to see information about weekly products please see Poplar Grove’s Facebook page. You can also learn more about the market and its vendors, or make donations at poplargrove.org. Donations help keep vendor fees affordable, enable educational programming and special activities as well as contribute to the stability and growth of the Farmers’ Market at Poplar Grove.

By Lori Kirkpatrick Contributing Writer

Religion

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Outreach is a way of life

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Celtic Christians were natural evangelists. They reached out to new people and embraced new opportunities to serve and glorify God. They felt that through these acts, they grew closer to God and deeper in their faith.

The Celts were adventurers.

It was not unusual for them to set out on long journeys with destination unknown, trusting God to lead them to the place God wanted them to be and serve.

On these journeys, the Celtic Christians were missionaries, spreading God’s gospel and grace. Their appeal was positive, open and inviting,

not threatening, judgmental or coercive.

They went forth as light of God’s grace, not looming shadows of God’s judgment and wrath.

God may not be calling you to some unplanned journey (it’s not for everyone), but God is calling each of us to be spiritual adventurers right where we are, to be and become seekers of new ways to serve God and invite others into God’s love and grace.

As you reflect on the scripture this week, think of ways you can become a “missionary for God in your everyday life. Ask, “How can I be a brighter light for God’s truth and grace to those I encounter each day?

Faith Harbor UMC Lent services Faith Harbor United Methodist Church invites all to celebrate this Lenten Season.

Services are held at 8 a.m.

AND A M EVERY 3UNDAY Each service offers an uplifting message with music and communion, the community is welcome to worship.

With Bible study programs, small groups, Share the Table and the Harbor Thrift Store,

Faith Harbor United Methodist Church invites the community to celebrate in ministry.

Come meet our Ministers Duke Lackey and Neal Henry.

The church is located on the mainland side of the swing bridge in Surf City.

For more information call

www.faithharborumc.org or facebook.

Burgaw Presbyterian Church Eggstravaganza Mar. 29 Burgaw Presbyterian Church will host it’s annual Eggstravaganza Sunday, Mar. FROM P M WITH AN %ASTER egg hunt for the children at 3

p.m.

This event is open to the community and there will be activities, crafts, and snacks for people of all ages.

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Close each day with this prayer: Shine in me anew each day with the light of your grace, O Lord.

Scripture reading s3UNDAY -ATTHEW How do you “resalt� your God given gifts? s-ONDAY -ATTHEW How can you better lift up your light for others to see? s4UESDAY -ATTHEW Where in your life are you hiding God’s light? s7EDNESDAY -ATTHEW

Others are watching you. How will you shine for God? s4HURSDAY -ATTHEW Offer “food� to a spiritually hungry soul this week. s&RIDAY -ATTHEW Humility invites and heals.

Spiritual boasting does not. s3ATURDAY-ATTHEW Go forth in the courage that you are not God’s missionary alone. The Spirit of Christ is with you. The Risen Christ lives in you.

Youth night at Burgaw Holiness PFWB Yout h nig ht i s back at Burgaw Holiness P.F.W.B. #HURCH 7 "RIDGERS 3T EVER Y & RIDAY FROM P M until 9 p.m. in The Gathering Place.

Come hear the word of God and play games. There will be music, pool tables, air hockey, foosba l l, da r ts, and pi ngpong. All youth and others are welcome to attend.

April 4 Macedonia A.M.E. Church Evangelistic Department will have a yard sale on April 4. The yard sale will be held from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Items for sale will be clothes, glassware, books and many other items. Macedonia is located at 300 N. Walker St. Burgaw.

April 5-8 s4HE #HAPEL "Y THE "AY -ICHIGAN !VE 3URF City, will host Evangelist Dr. Bill Saye, The Drug King With An Empire, April 5-8. Sunday service AT P M AND -ONDAY THROUGH 7EDNESDAY AT p.m. Dr. Saye will share how God set him free from a life of organized crime, drugs, murder, and prison. For more information, contact the CHURCH AT s*ESUS 3AVES %ASTER #ANTATA WILL BE PRESENTED BY Chapel by the Bay April 5 at 10:30 a.m. Chapel by THE "AY IS LOCATED AT -ICHIGAN !VE IN 3URF City.

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FRIENDLY COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

1730 US Hwy. 117 N. • 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 ARY’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

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

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BURGAW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

110 E. Bridgers Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-2295 Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

CENTERVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

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

Sunday Evening Discipleship Training: 6:00 p.m. Pastor Lamont Hemminger

CURRIE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

28396 Hwy. 210 W. • Currie (1/2 mile from Moores Creek Battlefield)

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

WATHA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Pastor John Fedoronko

Adult Bible Study: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Children’s Biblical Studies (ages 3-12) from 10:45-11:30 a.m.

Worship: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Men’s Breakfast, 2nd Sunday of Each Month, 8-9 a.m.

Jim Herchenhahn / Pastor Ladies’ Circle, 2nd Monday of Each Month, 6:30-8 p.m.

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

Choir Practice & Bible Study, Tues., 7:30-9 p.m. Youth Group Every Other Wed. 6-7:30 p.m.

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

ROCKY POINT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WESTVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH located at the intersection of Hyw. 117 & 210 Rev. Bill Braswell 5610 Hwy. 53 W • Burgaw, NC 28425 (Across from Pender High) Services: Sunday at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Bible Study: Tuesday at 6 p.m.

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

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

MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

607 S. Walker Street • Burgaw, NC 28425

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Evening Dinner at 6:00 p.m. and classes at 6:45 p.m.

CALVARY CHAPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH

54 Camp Kirkwood Rd. • Watha, NC 28478 • 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. • Burgaw, NC 28425 • 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. • Currie, NC 28435

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

Wednesday Prayer Service & Children’s Bible Study: 7:00 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC CHURCH

1303 Hwy. 117 • Burgaw, NC • 910-259-2601

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

CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP (CF2) 10509 US Hwy. 117 S. Rocky Point Business Park Rocky Point, NC • 910-232-7759

www.CF2.us Worship Hours: Sunday Morning, 11 a.m.

Wednesday Night, 6 p.m. Pastor: Dr. Ernie Sanchez

ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH

18737 Hwy 17 North, Hampstead • 910-270-1477

Rev John Durbin, Pastor Mass Schedule: SAT 5pm, SUN 9 & 11am Daily Mass: TUES & WED 4pm, THURS & FRI 9 am Confessions SAT 4-4:30 or by apt www.allsaintsccnc.org

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These are some of my favorite recipes to make for spring and the holidays. They are easy to prepare and are great for dinner guests. Oranges and tangerines are plentiful this time of the year and are very tasty when added to various recipes.

Become creative with oranges and tangerines combined with other fruits and vegetables when preparing a salad.

Enjoy.

Spinach salad with oranges Lemon- lime dressing: Make this ahead of time and refrigerate. Ÿ cup olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice 2 tablespoons g ranulated sugar Shake all ingredients together in a lidded jar. Makes about ½ cup. Refrigerate.

A can of drained Mandarin orange sections may be substituted for the navel oranges, if desired.

3 navel oranges or tangelos, peeled and sectioned ½ cup lemon-lime dressing 5 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and patted dry 1½ cups white button mushrooms, thinly sliced ½ small red onion, cut in half lengthwise and thinly sliced In a large clear glass salad bowl toss together spinach, mushrooms, and onion. Toss with Lemon-lime dressing and coat evenly; toss in orange sections and serve immediately.

Kale soup with red potatoes and Italian sausage ½ pound sweet Italian sausage links, slightly frozen, cut into ½-inch coins 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced then smashed Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste 2 medium red potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes 2-3 cups fresh kale, sliced 3 cups milk 1 cup heavy cream 3 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup chicken broth Ÿ cup dry white wine In a large saucepan with one tablespoon butter cook sausage coins and chopped onions over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender, add and cook garlic for 1-2 minutes; drain.

Stir in red potatoes, kale,

chicken broth, and milk, season to taste with salt and pepper, bring to a low boil. Lower heat and simmer covered for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

In a cup or small bowl mix cornstarch with Âź cup water until smooth; stir into soup; return to a low boil, stirring constantly; stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Add cream and white wine; simmer until heated through.

Serve hot.

Baked cheesy scallops Must be served immediately when done.

2 tablespoons butter Ÿ cup sweet onion, finely chopped ½ cup white button mushrooms, sliced 1 pound fresh sea scallops 4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded 1/3 cup milk or half-and-half Fresh ground black pepper, to taste Pinch of dried thyme powder 1 teaspoon dried sweet basil, crumbled 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes Ÿ cup flavored bread crumbs 2 tablespoons butter, melted Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large skillet melt two tablespoons butter and sautĂŠ onion and mushrooms until tender. Add scallops and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Pour mixture into a shallow baking dish.

In a bowl stir together cheese, pepper, thyme, pars-

ley, and sweet basil; stir in milk and white wine. Pour over scallops and stir to mix evenly; bake for 15 minutes in a 350-degree oven.

In a small bowl combine melted butter and flavored bread crumbs. Spread over top of scallops and bake another 12-15 minutes until a golden brown and bubbly. Serve immediately over cooked rice, noodles or pasta.

Oatmeal lace cookies A chocolate frosting may be used to make these into sandwich cookies. Cookies may also be made larger, if desired.

2 cups quick oats 2 cups granulated sugar Ÿ cup finely chopped pecans 1 cup butter, melted 6 tablespoons all purpose flour Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 large eggs, room temperature, slightly beaten ½ teaspoon baking powder Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl stir together oats, flour, pecans, salt, baking powder, and sugar, mix evenly; pour in melted butter and mix evenly. Stir in vanilla and eggs, mix evenly.

Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or foil. Drop one teaspoon batter on cookie sheet, spacing two inches between cookies.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Cool on parchment paper or foil on cake racks. Peel from parchment paper or foil when cooled.

Barbecue fundraiser Mar. 28 There will be a barbecue fundraiser for cancer patient Sally Yarborought, a local woman who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. All proceeds from the sale will go directly to help with medical bills, travel and living expense.

The sale will be at the Hampstead Pender County Government Annex from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Plates are $7 and sandwiches with chips and drink are $5. Delivery is available. for more information call Susie at 910.470.3125.

Topsail Area Kiwanis golf tournament registration now open The Kiwanis Club of Topsail Island Area is now accepting team registrations for its 2015 golf tournament scheduled for Friday, May 1st at North Shore Country Club in Sneads Ferry. North Shore Country Club is acknowledged as one of the premiere golf venues in the coastal Carolinas.

Registration for ms may be obtained from any Topsail Kiwanis Club member, at the North Shore Country Club Pro Shop, or by contacting tournament chair Rick Benton at 910-604-3835 or via email at rickbenton56@gmail. com.

Tee time on Friday, May 1 is 9 a.m., and the format will be Captain’s Choice. The entry fee is $300 for each team of four. Mulligans may be purchased on the day of the tournament. Announcement of the starting hole assignments for all teams will be made between 7:30 and 8:30 a.m. the morning of the event.

Throughout the morning complimentary snacks and beverages will be available on the course for all golfers. At the conclusion of the tournament, the awards ceremony takes place, accompanied by complimentary lunch catered

by Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q. A two-day golf getaway at the historic Pinecrest Inn in Pinehurst will be given away during the luncheon.

This year’s outing marks the 29th year for the Topsail Kiwanis classic. The proceeds are to be used on behalf of club projects that benefit youth in the greater Topsail area. Kiwanis continues to seek sponsors and participants for the tournament. “We are looking forward to another great golfing outing at North Shore Golf Course.

As in the past, participants will be rewarded for their fine play on the grand course,� said Topsail Kiwanis president Sherry Yingling.

For more information, contact Rick Benton at 604-3835 or Randy Cox at 777-2707.

Hospice grief program Lower Cape Fear Hospice will offer a free six-week grief program for those coping with the loss of a parent. It will be from 3-5 p.m. Fridays, April 24-May 29, at the LCFH Pender County Office, 209A U.S. Hwy. 17 N. in Burgaw.

Discussions include the phases of grief and the grieving process, along with other areas of concern. Often being around others who have been through a similar experience enables participants to talk about what they are experiencing. Grief groups help emphasize that participants are not grieving alone and others understand and can

support them on their grief journeys.

Registration is mandatory and closes once the series begins. For more information, call 796-7991. When leaving a message, please leave your name, phone number and indicate the specific program you wish to attend. Sessions are free. Donations are appreciated. Additional groups will form throughout the year.

Lower Cape Fear Hospice is a nonprofit agency that provides healthcare and comfort to people with advanced illnesses; support and counseling to families; and education in Pender, Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover, and Onslow counties. For more information, visit www.lcfh.org or facebook.com/lcfhospice.

Plant propagation class April 21 The Pender County Extension Master Gardener’s Speaker Bureau will offer a plant propagation class to be held April 21 in the meeting room of the Pender County Agricultural Building, 801 S. Walker Street, Burgaw.

The class is scheduled from 1-3 p.m. and will be led

by Master Gardener Volunteers Sandra Brown and Steve Bundy.

Several for ms of plant propagation will be discussed including rooting, layering and plant division. The most effective form of propagation for various plants will be included.

This will be an interactive class in which attendees will have the opportunity to propagate several types of plants which they will take home at the end of the class. It is recommended that participants wear gloves.

The class is limited to 25 due to the abundance of hands-on activity with a prepaid $5 registration fee to cover provided materials.

Cash or check payments only, no credit cards accepted; checks are preferred. Please call PC Extension Agent, Tim Mathews, at 910-604-4286 to enroll and for registration fee payment information.

Currie Walkathon April 25 The Greater Currie Community Action Group is sponsoring a Walkathon April 25 beginning at 8 a.m.

The event will begin at 1418 Borough Road and will total 5.2 miles. Tee shirts will be available for $10 each.

For more information, call 283.5060 or 616.9213.

Atkinson, Burgaw, Penderlea 1975 reunion planned A reunion is being planned for 1975 classmates from Atkinson, Burgaw and Penderlea High Schools for the spring of 2015. If you know someone that attended any of these schools please share this info with them. The reunion is in the early planning stages and as many people as possible are needed to help.

For more information, contact Portia Newkirk (604-1153), Eddie Boney, (231-8034), and Jeffery Mosley (828-639-2209).

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Friday March 27 s!TKINSON "APTIST #HURCH (WY IN !TKINSON HAS A FREE bread giveaway Fridays from 4-5 p.m. All types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger buns. s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM OPEN P M s4HE -ARINE #ORPS ,EAGUE $ETACHMENT MEETS FOR BREAKfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday.

Tuesday March 31 s4HE 0ENDER #OUNTY $EMOCRATIC 0ARTY WILL MEET IN THE 0ENDER County library at 7 p.m. Mar. 31. Please come prepared to nominate officers for all positions. For further information call 675-2389.

Wednesday April 1 s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM P M AT THE Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr. Call 328.4887 for more information s4HE #OASTAL 0ENDER 2OTARY #LUB MEETS EACH 7EDNESDAY AT 12:30 p.m. at Christopher’s Old Point Country Club 513 Country Club Drive Hampstead. s0ENDER #OUNTY &ARMER S -ARKET OPENS FOR THE SEASON AT Poplar Grove Plantation Thursday, April 2 The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. s4HE #APE &EAR 7OODCARVERS #LUB WILL MEET AT A M AT 0OPLAR Grove Plantation in Scotts Hill. For more information, go to www.capefearcarvers.org. s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM NOON P M AT THE Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR FREE DONAtions are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com.

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Friday, March 27th • 6 p.m. Cash Bar, 7 p.m. Dinner Guest Speakers: Judge Bob Edmunds, NC Supreme Court and Judge Rich Dietz, NC Court of Appeals.

ADVERTISE TODAY! Call 910.259.9111 more information.

Tickets: $50 Per Person Sponsors are at the $1000, $500 and $250 levels.

All Pender County citizens are invited.

Proceeds will go to have a Headquarters next year and fund the cards that are mailed out next year.

Contact: Jack Swann 910-270-4568 or Bob Muller 910-270-3840.

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