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Rural Academy Theater Burgaw’s Rural Academy Theater will hit the road for its annual mountain tour this month. It is the third year for the tour. Read about it on page 1C.

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Thursday, September 11, 2014

From Staff Reports Both the Pender County Courthouse and the judicial annex are undergoing repairs, according to Pender County Clerk of Court Robert Kilroy. The main courthouse has work underway on the exterior windows, including painting and replacement of damaged wood. “We are taking all the storm windows off and cleaning everything and painting. We found quite a bit of deteriorated wood up there,” Kilroy said. The judicial annex is undergoing ceiling and roof repairs after damage from long-term leakage. “The roof collapsed in the annex. We had a chronic problem with the flat roof,” Kilroy said. “I’m also going to use the opportunity to make it look like a real courtroom.”

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County school enrollment on the rise, officials say By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher The first enrollment figures for the new school year in Pender County show enrollment rising from last year. Enrollment on the ninth day of school shows 104 more students in the system than last year at the same time. Day 20 is the benchmark day the state uses to set enrollment and funding. Comparing this year to previous years, county schools have 334 more students on day nine than the system had on day 20 just two years ago. Pender School Superintendent Dr. Terri Cobb says enrollment continued to rise last year through day 20 and she expects the same for this year.

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All three Pender County high school teams will be on their home turf Friday. Read about Friday’s games in the football preview on page 2B.

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More applicants to consider after first round of interviews Pender County commissioners are taking their time looking for a new county manager. After an initial round of several interviews, the board is back looking at applications. “We didn’t want to rush into things. This has given us more time to talk among ourselves and maybe more clearly define what we are looking for in a manager,” said Pender County Commission Chairman David Williams. “Overall Pender citizens have been patient with us during this process. I think they would rather see us take our time and get it right.” Williams says the county has broadened it’s search process to include advertising in Virginia. “We will receive applications through the end of the month. I have received a couple of phone calls from applicants and one of them sounds very promising,” said Williams. “That’s not to say the ones we originally talked with are out of the running. We talked with some good people.” Williams says the Local Gover nment Commission, which the county is working with to clear up its audit problems, is on board with the manager search process. “The LGC agrees with the steps we are taking and our approach. I think they would rather see us take our time and get it right than to have a quick turnover if we get the wrong manager,” said Williams.

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Superintendent Dr. Terri Cobb “Our enrollment traditionally continues to increase through the end of the school year,” Cobb said. “Obviously this is significant and something that we need to watch very carefully. At the end of last year, we had seven schools that exceeded their capacity.

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Staff members at Pender Memorial Hospital douse PMH president Ruth Glaser (above) with ice water from bedpans during an ALS icebucket challenge last week. Glaser (left) anticipates the shock the instant the icy water hits her.

The State Board of Education released the 2013-2014 state standardized test results and graduation rates today. Pender County Schools increased overall test proficiency this year. The district outperformed the state in science, biology, English II, and the end-ofcourse composite results and also saw gains in graduation rates and ACT WorkKeys. The four-year graduation rate for Pender County increased to 88.3 percent, continuing the upward trend over the last several years, exceeding the state rate by five percentage points. “We feel very good about

where we are headed. We do have areas that we are going to focus on,” said Pender Superintendent Dr. Terri Cobb. “Overall it’s a good report but we also recognize there is a lot of data here and we have to drill down and look at the areas that we didn’t meet if we are going to continue our growth.” The state also gives the WorkKeys assessment to high school seniors who have taken a concentration of courses to prepare for a technical field. Students scoring well on the WorkKeys test receive an industry standard certificate used to gain employment. WorkKeys results improved at all three traditional high

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Commissioners ask legislators to bring back economic incentives By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher In a letter dated Sept. 3 to Governor Pat McCrory, Senator Phil Berger, and Representative Tom Tillis, Pender County Commissioners asked for reinstatement of economic development programs – specifically the film industry incentives. The letter requests a special session of the General Assembly to reinstate economic development programs. The letter says in part “The Pender County Board of Commissioners respectfully requests that a special session of the North Carolina General Assembly be called to reinstate the economic development programs that have served our state and region so well over the years. Failure to do so will have a serious impact on our current film industry as well as our ability to attract new businesses to our area.” Pender County Commission chairman David Williams says it’s more than just the loss of film incentives that are important to Pender County. “The films are important to the area, but it’s

More than just film incentives at stake not just that. Our concern is we need to be able to compete with other states that are trying to recruit the same industries we are,” Williams said. “We need to be as competitive as we can be to land these projects. Some folks don’t like any incentives at all, but like it or not, they are reality. They are part of getting businesses to relocate. We also have to keep the climate as healthy as possible for the businesses that we have so they don’t have to leave.” Williams says economic incentives are important to the region and cites the closing of several plants recently in the Wilmington area. “They are not in Pender County, but a lot of our people work in those plants. We are all in this together. When a plant closes in Wilmington, it effects us,” Williams said. “The types of incentives we think are important are results-based. We are not talking about

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Rabies cases confirmed in Pender County

Arrest report Joseph Edward Austin, 22, 105 Honeysuckle Circle, Rocky Point. Driving while license revoked impaired revoke. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $600 secured bond. Ernest Lavon Brown, 33, 705 West Satchwell Street, Burgaw. Assault on a female, assault inflicting serious injury, injury to personal property, resisting, obstruct and delay of officer. Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Incarcerated under $50,000 secured bond. Jamie Earl Burton, 22, 396 Richard Switch Road, Currie. First degree burglary, resisting, obstruct, and delay of officer, intoxicated and disruptive. Released with no bond listed. Joan Lorretta Chamberlin, 51, 106 Old Farm Road, Hampstead. Driving while impaired. Released with no bond listed. Jenna Lea Combs, 26, 308 Dyson Street, Holly Ridge. Possession of methamphetamine. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,500 secured bond. James Thomas Croom, III, 30, 117 Lightwood Knot Road, Rocky Point. Firearm discharge regulation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Thomas Mario Dematteo, 46, 10 Thornbury Drive, Rocky Point. Embezzlement. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $35,000 secured bond. Ethan Tyler England, 22, 309 Carpenter Lane, Rocky Point. Assault on a female (5 count) Arrest by Burgaw Police Department. Released under $6,000 secured bond. Teddy Dwayne Ennis, 33, 336 Newkirk Road, Burgaw. Felony failure to register as a sexual offender. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. James Warlick Fincannon, 43, 274 Old Savannah Road, Burgaw. Operate vehicle with no financial responsibility, fictitious, cancelled, or revoked registration cad/license plate. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Angelica Marie Fussell, 25, 109 W. Drane Street, Burgaw. Communicating threats, injury to real property. Released under $2,400 secured bond. Timonthy Ray Harrison, 25, 117 Whitman Ave., Castle Hayne. Driving while impaired, speeding. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Eric Mayfield Hayes, 37, 130 Oliver Lane, Burgaw. Misdemeanor probation violation. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Rhonda Elaine Hernandez, 56, 112 Winchester Lane, Rocky Point. Assault. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Norman Wayne Herrmann, 49, 143 Lanier Ave., Rocky Point. Indecent liberties with a child, sexual battery, assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $10,000 secured bond. Mark James Hull, 32, 207 Frank Millis Road, Hampstead. Habitual impaired driving, driving while impaired (2 counts) Released with no bond listed. Benay Cottle Isley, 51, 430 Atkinson Point Road, Holly Ridge. Driving while impaired, speeding, reckless driving to endanger. Arrest by N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $400 secured bond. Heather Anne Krob, 30, 120 N. Anderson St, Burgaw. Misdemeanor probation violation (3 counts) Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $15,000 secured bond.

David Eugene Lee, 33, 101 Hayduke Lane, Rocky Point. Interfere with emergency communication, possession of schedule 2 controlled substance, simple possession schedule VI CS, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Bruce Darren Mackenzie, 23, 104 Laurel Oak Court, Hampstead. Possession of marijuana (Simple possession), simple possession of schedule 2 cs, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond. Ronesha McNeil, 27, 6074 Pineywoods Road, Burgaw. Simple assault, larceny/ concealment of merchandise, fictitious info to officer, misdemeanor larceny (4counts) FTA, driving while license revoked, felony larceny. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $19,200 secured bond. Ronald Thurman Moore, Jr. 27, 34 Pamelas Place 27D, Rocky Point. Child support. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $1,053 cash bond. William James Niederberger. 56, 201 Lazy Day Drive, Surf City. Driving while license revoked, expired registration card. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,000 secured bond. Sharon Coleman Parker, 48, 605 Hughes Road, Hampstead. Simple assault. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,500 unsecured bond. Tracy Parker, 43, 605 Hughes Road, Hampstead. Assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 unsecured bond. Jalen SemaJ Pridgen, 18, 16130 Hwy 421, Burgaw. Injury to personal property, weapons on educ property/aid. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond. Sergio Juan Ramirez, 20, 152 Honeybee Ave 1, Burgaw. Felony breaking and/ or entering (2 counts), larceny after breaking and or entering, felony probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Brett Lynn Register, 20, 102 McGill Drive, Burgaw. Misdemeanor probation violation. Incarcerated with no bond listed. Michael Angelo Salas, 21, 343 Knollwood Drive, Hampstead. Expired registration card/ tag. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. Timothy Bird Shambley, 35, 1137 Morgan Road, Currie. Felony probation violation out of county. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released with no bond listed. Maria Anne Squitieri, 52, 121 Quail Run Drive, Rocky Point. Driving while impaired, designated lane violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office and N.C. State Highway Patrol. Released under $800 secured bond. Christopher Earl Witherspoon, 28, 203 Gurganious Road, Maple Hill. Resisting, obstruct, and delay of officer, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Incarcerated under $2,000 secured bond.

Information taken from reports provided by county municipal police departments, Highway Patrol, and the Pender County Sheriff’s Office. Not all arrests result in a determination of guilt.

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Since January, six confirmed cases of rabies in wild animals in Pender County have resulted in human exposures. Three raccoons, two foxes, and one bat have tested positive for rabies. The animals were all found in the Hampstead area. Rabies is a viral disease that affects the nervous system of mammals. Rabies is common in wild animals in Pender County. The virus can be transmitted through a bite or by contact with the tissue in your nose, mouth, and eyes. Symptoms of the disease may occur from two weeks to six months after exposure. Rabies is fatal once symptoms occur. In Pender County, raccoons are frequently found with rabies. Rabies is also found in bats, skunks, and foxes. In the warmer months we spend more time outdoors. There are a number of steps that can be taken to protect against rabies. •Do not feed or attract wildlife. Some changes in behavior that are common in rabid animals: nocturnal animals that are seen during the day, animals that are not afraid of humans, become aggressive, attack other animals or people for no reason, may have paralysis of the limbs or throat, or may just lie down. •If you find a raccoon or other wild animal in your yard during daytime and the animal appears to be either sick or aggressive, do not touch or attempt to control the animal. Call Animal Control (259-1349) and report the animal immediately. •To protect your pets, keep your pets in your yard or indoors and their rabies vaccinations current. A current vaccination is required by law. If your unvaccinated pet comes in contact with a rabid animal, your pet will be impounded and will be “put to sleep.” •If your dog or cat fights with a wild animal, such as a raccoon, or a stray dog or cat, call animal control. If the attacking wild animal is captured it will be tested for rabies. All dogs or cats that bite a person will be under observation for 10 days. •If your pet is bitten by a potentially rabid animal use gloves to handle the the pet, or cover the pet with a cloth or towel, and keep children away from the pet. Take the pet to your veterinarian. •If you are bitten by a stray dog, cat, or wild animal, you

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Burgaw native inducted into National Speakers Association Hall of Fame “What began as a tragedy became my destiny.” That’s how Ken Futch, author and dynamic speaker, describes the single life moment – shooting himself in the head - that catapulted him into the world of professional speaking where he has now traveled the globe making people laugh while they learn. His talents have led to his recent induction into the National Speakers Association (NSA) Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame Distinction, also called the Council of Peers Award of Excellence (CPAE), is an honor that has been bestowed on fewer than 220 speakers worldwide since 1977. The lifetime award recognizes speaking excellence and professionalism. Notable speakers such as Ronald Reagan, Zig Ziglar and Norman Vincent Peale have Photo contributed also been named to the NaBurgaw native Ken Futch at his induction to the National tional Speakers Association Speakers Association Hall of Fame. Hall of Fame.

Born and raised in Burgaw, Futch is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and was commissioned as a lieutenant and served in Vietnam as a combat platoon leader. Before founding his company in 1986, Ken was in sales and management with AT&T, where he was recognized for achieving the best results in a group of 6,000 salespeople. His success led to his selection as a top trainer at AT&T’s prestigious National Sales School and to being featured in Newsweek magazine. Futch is also the author of the book, Take Your Best Shot, based on his popular keynote. It’s filled with priceless insights and stories about turning difficult situations into opportunities. He delivers humorous keynotesthathelp organizations and individuals take aim at what they really want out of life, and then do what it takes to hit their bulls-

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Spot Festival Scholarship Pageant Sept. 13 By Ashley Jacobs Post & Voice Staff Writer The N.C. Spot Festival Scholarship Pageant is about more than glitz and glamour. The event is the precursor to the entire Spot Festival and sets the tone for the weekend so many people look forward to year after year. The pageant is Saturday, September 13, at 6 p.m. Doors to Topsail High School’s Auditorium will open at 5:30 p.m. and just hours later, a new queen will be named. This year particularly, it is going to be bigger than ever. The increase in popularity has been a welcomed challenge for N.C. Spot Festival Scholarship Pageant Director Shannon Rinko. In the past, there had only been two categories, ages 9-13 for the Princess category and ages 17-24 for the Queen category. “This year, we decided to grow and open new categories for all ages – so I would have to say the biggest challenge has been preparing for much more contestants than in the past,” Rinko said. Rinko admits, her first year directing the pageant has been an emotional roller coaster and said she’ll miss the outgoing princess and queen, Savannah Shirley and Samantha

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Romero. She described the young ladies as daughters and said it will be tough to watch them move on, but she is eager to welcome the new girls into the growing Spot family. “I cry at every pageant during crowning so I know it will happen this Saturday also. Competing in a scholarship pageant is a big deal and these girls have put in a lot of hard work for months leading up until pageant day. So, watching them on stage do an amazing job makes me very proud, knowing I am a part of them doing great things touches my heart,” Rinko said. “I cannot wait to welcome the six new young ladies into the Spot family.” Though the girls will put one foot in front of the other, walking confidently on stage in competition. This is not a beauty pageant. This is a pageant in which each girl will be evaluated on her poise,

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intelligence and talent. “These girls spent the entire year giving back to the community and are looked upon as a role model for younger girls, so she needs to be someone who is ready to dedicate herself to the cause,” said Rinko. Donning the Spot Festival Pageant crown comes with great responsibility and a big lump of cash. “The queen will receive a $2,500 scholarship and all of the other ages will receive a $100 savings bond. All of the six winners will receive a crown, sash, trophy, flowers, jewelry and many more gifts donated by sponsors in the community,” Rinko said. The swag bag is a coveted prize, but not the ultimate prize at stake. The young ladies who are named queens and princesses will earn a place in history. The NC Spot Festival is no small affair. It is an histori-

cal event that has been going strong for more than 50 years and one that pumps thousands of dollars back into the local community. “Throughout the year, the girls will be holding fundraisers, making appearances, representing the Spot Festival at other N.C. Festivals and performing,” Rinko said. “Each Queen will also be choosing an organization of her choice; during the year they will be responsible for reaching a set fundraising goal. Half of the money raised goes toward their chosen charity and the other half goes toward the Spot Festival Pageant Fund.” In other words, the coming queens will be paving the way for other future queens, working hard to raise money for next year’s pageant fund and passing on their legacy to a new queen. Saturday’s contestants aren’t the only ones who will get their hands on some great prizes. In an effort to encourage community members to come support the ladies on pageant night, there will be a raffle full of prizes and gifts for attendees. Rinko asks that everyone come out and show support for the young women who are so willing to dedicate themselves to great causes across Pender County.

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Roman Trophies and Engraving opens in Hampstead By Tammy Proctor Post & Voice Staff Writer Roman Trophies and Engraving is new to the Hampstead area, but the company has 34-year tradition of creating moments of appreciation and saying a job well done. Located at 16643 US Hwy. 17 in Coastal Landing, Roman Trophies and Engraving offers jewelry engraving, trophies and plaques, gifts of appreciation, and medals. The company utilizes a process called sublimate, which transfers photo images onto mugs, ceramic tiles, clipboards, car tags, and

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Watching the schools grow The first enrollment numbers came in from the Pender County School system this week and it was exactly what we expected – enrollment is up. The day nine numbers show more than 100 students above last year at the same time. While that may not seem like a lot, it is, considering the schools were mostly full at the end of last school year. The school board will be out in the community during the next few weeks, presentSchool growth isn’t an ing information about school issue that we can stick growth to help promote passage of the school bond in our heads in the sand November. This is a big issue and forget about. It is for Pender County people. not going away and more Nearly half of the countrailers parked outside ty’s schools were at capacity schools isn’t the answer. at the end of last year. With We need more schools new homes and subdivisions and more space and that either under construction or takes money. in the planning stage, more students are coming. The same quality of life that brought you here makes others want to come as well. School growth isn’t an issue that we can stick our heads in the sand and forget about. It is not going away and more trailers parked outside schools isn’t the answer. We need more schools and more space and that takes money. As a Pender County taxpayer, we are not thrilled about the prospect of higher property taxes. But good schools are important to a good county – and good property values. We support the school bond. If you have a better idea, we would love to hear it.

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Gerrymandering: The next ice bucket challenge? Whoever came up with the ALS Ice Bucket challenge deserves to be enshrined in the Marketing Hall of Fame. It accomplished the dual purpose of focusing attention on Lou Gehrig’s disease while also raising millions of dollars for finding a cure. It caused us to ponder how we might employ a similar strategy in this year’s elections. Our thoughts first turned to the recent lengthy, unpleasant and less-than-satisfying session of our General Assembly. While many changes could be advised, one of the top items on my bucket list is to institute a fair and impartial redistricting process. Our legislators enact laws that affect every person in North Carolina and it behooves us to have the best people, selected through competitive and fair elections, making those decisions. Sadly, that isn’t the case today. Too many elections are over before votes are cast. Fifty of the 170 seats of our legislature were automatically won when the filing deadline for the 2015-16 session ended. 79 are uncontested in November; fewer than 20 are considered truly competitive. Why so little competition? The answer is simple: gerrymandered legislative districts that give one political party or the other overwhelming odds to win election. The incumbent or the nominee of that gerrymandered party seldom faces any stiff opposition. We are considered one of the most gerrymandered states in the nation. We are required to redraw Congressional and legislative districts following the results of the census conducted every ten years. Like the scenario where the

inmates run the asylum our lawmakers, the very people who stand to benefit most from those districts, are the ones drawing the maps. For decades Republicans bemoaned this practice when Democrats controlled the legislature and drew the maps to their advantage. Now Republicans are in charge and have conveniently forgotten their great opposition to the process, taking gerrymandering to heights the Democrats never even dreamed possible. But what was a bad idea before remains a blight on our electoral process today. Republicans will have 10 years to get retribution for all the years of perceived injustices about which they complained so vehemently. But enough is enough, as former Charlotte mayor and gubernatorial candidate Richard Vinroot and former Raleigh mayor Charles Meeker decided. Last spring they formed an organization named “North Carolinians to End Gerrymandering Now” in an effort to end partisan redistricting. Others, including the North Carolina Coalition for Lobbying and Government Reform, former legislators, and a whole congregation of groups and individuals throughout the state have concurred. About the only folks not on the bandwagon are the very ones who can do something about it, the Republican majority in both the House and Senate. So something is needed to change this, to make this a front-burner election issue, something that will cause a land swell of public opinion to be literally poured on those running for our legislature. We need a marketing ploy as ingenious and effective as the ice bucket challenge – something that will energize voters to demand that legislative candidates pledge to vote for an independent redistricting commission or those candidates will get the proverbial bucket. What’s your suggestion? Let this paper or website know. It is imperative to once and for all inaugurate a fairer redistricting process in advance of the next census. –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.

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Guns, flagpoles and a piece of plastic Our neighbor and I stood shocked in the parking lot, watching the sky. It was an airliner, larger than those that usually passed over our town. But nothing was usual that day. The plane was one of hundreds, maybe thousands, rerouted to the nearest airport on Sept. 11, 2001. In this case, the airliner was following the path normally flown by C-130s, C-17s and other planes headed to and from Fort Bragg and Pope Air Force Base. We knew in our minds it wasn’t likely the jet was going to be crashed into anything, but on that morning, our hearts weren’t sure of anything. I watched the planes hit New York, as did many of you. We waited as the news came from Washington and Pennsylvania. Miss Rhonda was on the air – a little AM local station that plays country music, obituaries and the swap shop has a greater responsibility on days like that. Although she didn’t feel it, she had to provide a voice of calm and normalcy in the few breaks between the national feeds, hastily patched together on antique equipment. After getting my wife to work, I went to my mother’s house, right around the corner; we had an office there where my folks and I fed stories to the Fayetteville paper several times a day. I was expecting a call that afternoon for a new job, but most importantly, I wanted to be there for my mom. Sept. 11 was my father’s birthday, and she wanted to go to his grave that afternoon. Somewhere along the line, I had to go back to our apartment; it was a practical errand, but I cannot tell you what it was for. I do know that as I unlocked the door and went inside, my head still fogged from watching hundreds of Americans die

Jefferson Weaver on national television, I went straight to the corner and snatched up the house gun. I admit, I felt silly. The likelihood of Muslim terrorists hitting a small town in southeastern North Carolina – especially one with a huge pork processing plant – was miniscule at best. But I felt better, knowing that if something bizarre did happen, my family would be protected as best as I could. As I thought of that (now-amusing) moment the other day, I remembered my outdoors mentor, Mr. Woody, telling how his father (a World War I veteran) sat on the front porch of his old mill house with a double-barrel rabbit-eared 10 gauge after news of Pearl Harbor came over their radio. Woody’s dad was long gone, but the shotgun was still around when I was a kid learning about rabbits and quail and life in front of Mr. Woody’s woodstove. It was longer than I was at the time. Had a Japanese or German aircraft appeared over Erwin that day, the senior Mr. Eason would have given it two loads of paper-wrapped Double XX, I am sure. I think that’s something many Americans did, or at least wanted to, on Sept. 11, 2001. There is a reassur-

ance in holding a firearm, a comfort leading back to the nation’s earliest days. When my brother got home from work that evening, we did something else many Americans did. My Old Man always made sure there was a flag for the front porch of our home. It was my job, as a little fellow, to make sure it came in at dusk, or if it was raining. Papa came from a generation that understood the importance of patriotism and what that flag stands for, and he made sure his children did, too. Our flag was mounted on a column by the front door, but Brother Mike and I had other plans. A pulley, a heavy pipe, a length of rope and some determined digging gave us a new, taller flagpole in the front yard. It wasn’t the best flagpole, but it was taller and prouder than the one from the porch. Again, it was a matter of principle; if the Palestinian storeowner down the street could proudly fly a larger American flag – possibly out of patriotism, probably out of self-defense – then by cracky, so would the Weavers. Mother lived on a classic street of homes from the 1920s, 30s and 40s, and every porch, every yard, and many windows had a flag. When the comfort of a September breeze blew down the street, it was a picture of patriotism and pride. I doubt anyone could break down the feelings of every American over the next few days. Fear and pride and outrage, with very little joy, even when survivors were found. A few weeks later, my brother brought home a strange little piece of plastic from work. Back then, he worked for a company that built escalators and elevators; Mike described how the whole staff was gathered together one evening for

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August twenty-first arrived before I knew it. This was the first day back in my classroom since June seventeenth. My life of summertime leisure had come to an end and I’ve been trying to adjust to having an actual routine ever since. This has been a tough transition for me, as I’ve spent as much time as possible at the beach and starting, though not finishing, no less than 127 do-it-yourself projects at home. My plan was to spend the last two months organizing my entire life, but I only got as far as sorting the bottom two shelves of my refrigerator and consistently changing out the toilet paper rolls in the bathrooms. That’s the problem with me. I start the summer with grandiose plans to enhance the life of my family and then I find an excuse not to finish them. In fact, I’ve been meal-planning for the past fifteen years, and have yet to complete one consistent shopping list to serve that need. I envy those friends who have spouses with generous incomes, their husbands insisting they stay home to raise the kids and maintain a proper home. I’ve often wondered what it would be like to walk in their shoes. For a while, they’d definitely get the short end of the stick, having to stay home with babies who have constant needs for attention and food. At some point, however, the kids have to start school and then it would be all about mama. And, by school, I mean placement by the age of two in a half-day preschool with an extensive waiting list. The moms I envy wear cute yoga pants with matching tee, style their hair in messy buns, receive a manicure and pedicure every other week and carry a bottle of Fiji water and sunscreen in their Thirty-One bags at all times. They drive large black, white or beige utility vehicles and have plants that are actually green lining the sidewalks in front of their manicured lawns. So, in a nutshell, I’m a stay at home mom loser. It’s true. I swore, for instance, that I would limit screen time for my kids. That’s soccer mom speak for allowing children to burn time and brain cells by watching television or playing video games. It’s such an easy trap to fall into, especially when the kids won’t stop nagging you for food and clean underwear. How else was I supposed to complete my photo collage, Mason jar candle holders, pallet bookcases, burlap wreaths, decoupaged plant holders, shell mosaic, bedroom wall mural, repurposed t-shirt necklaces and curtains made from the silk of worms that I harvested from my compost pile? Does anyone in my household understand the phrase, “Go open a box of pop tarts and find the remote yourself ?” My kids did not eat a single

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Newsings & Musings

By Edith Batson Post & Voice Staff Writer

9-11 On Thursday, September 11, there will be a 9-11 Memorial Service at Heritage Place/ Adult Services at Eleven o’clock a.m. How can we ever forget 9-11-2001 when twin towers in N.Y were destroyed by terrorists by having two airplanes crash into them, destroying the buildings, with great loss of human life- both workers in the offices and rescue personnel. At the same time two other tragedies took place, one at the Pentagon, and one hijacked plane, in which passengers gave up their own lives to save others who would have been killed at the hijacked plane’s destination. So plan to attend the Memorial Service on Thursday, the 11th at Heritage Place: 11 a.m. Visiting Beverly Mills and husband, Anders Gyllenhaal of Washington D.C area visited her mother and family members last weekend. Bobby Ives of Watha returned Saturday afternoon from a week- long visit with her daughter, Bess Kennedy and family, of Roanoke, Va. Yard sale My co-worker, Michelle Charles, and a group of neighbors and friends were having a yard sale at her home on Saturday in Hampstead at 7 a.m. Loving yard sales, I decided to hit the yard sale early before attending an all day event at Kirkwood at 10:00 a.m. Called Michelle at 6:45 to check the weather over there. She said the sun was shining and booths were all set up in her yard. I couldn’t get there till 7:45. Missed the yard sale sign because just as my car pulled into her road, rain came pouring down—I mean HARD rain. I drove all the way to the Sound in the rain. It slowed down long enough for me to have a lovely view

of the water. Turning around, I drove slowly back down the road glanced over and saw cars on a side road. Decided that must be where she lived, and then I saw the yard sale sign. By then all the clothes and other items for sale were soaking wet. The weather did not deter dedicated yard saleers. Many people were in the yard, examining every item. It was good to meet Michelle’s two lovely daughters, Nikki Swan who lives in Raleigh with her boyfriend Riley Benson and Courtney Cameron who lives in Wilmington with her husband David. Buying was not really the purpose of my trip, but of course I spied something right away that I just had to have. It was a small rolling wooden cart with drop leaves on each side, just 19x16 inches—perfect for my small kitchen. I’ve always wanted an island, but my kitchen is too small to accommodate one. They loaded it in the back seat and I was on my way back home. Trying to make a left turn on Highway 17, with people leaving the beach or coming to the beach for a week, was impossible. Cars were behind me. I jumped out of the car, and told the driver I was going to turn right because I’d never get to turn left with all the traffic. He told me to get in front of him—because I was in the left turn lanne. So I went to a stop light, pulled off, and turned left when the proper light was green. Thank goodness for traffic lights. Would you believe that by the time I turned on Hwy 210, the rain was just a sprinkle. By the time I got home, the sun was shining brightly. Michelle told me to get someone to help me get the cart in the house. I parked so that the back door was almost at the ramp and just

pulled the small cart out, walked it two or three steps to the ramp and rolled it up the ramp, onto the porch and in the house. Fall faith and fellowship The event I was going to attend at Kirkwood was an event that had been held at Topsail Presbyterian Church for two or three years. This year it was moved to Kirkwood to make it more family oriented, because Kirkwood is perfect for outside events. One could go on Friday night, hear music and have a jam session with other musicians, tell stories around the campfire, and sleep in cabins or tents. Next morning they ate breakfast at the camp, and were ready for all the Saturday activities starting at 10 a.m. Activities included day camps for pre k and elementary children, 10:30 corn hole tournament. Final two teams were Wallace & Jay Birds of Shallotte. Winning team was Jay Birds. Other activities included letter writing mission project, prayer flag project, crafts and activities for children and adults, including the Zip Line over the lake after climbing a huge rope ladder, swing by choice, and canoe rides. Lunch of hot dogs/ hamburgers was served from 11:30- 1:00. Worship service in the dell down by the lake began at 2 p.m., with communion. The day turned out to be sunny and HOT. The sun shone on every row of benches in the dell, so I found a shady spot on a little grassy hill. Phil Gladden soon disappeared and came back with bottles of water. I was most grateful to take one. The worship service was led by Rev. Dr. Doug Cushing, pastor The Bridge, our newest church (in Leland), Rev. Wes Hunter, minister of connections at the Bridge, and Rev. LaVera Parato,

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pull together an outfit that has no touch of pink nor any evidence of butterfly, heart or peace sign is proving nearly impossible. I’m the one who’s tasked with taking two dogs outside to do their business and, of course, eighty percent of the time at least one is constipated. Before racing out the door, I have to remind myself to grab a somewhat balanced breakfast for my children (balanced meaning equal parts gluten, high fructose corn syrup and preservatives) so they won’t be able to guilt me later for forgetting to throw an afternoon snack in the book bags. I often remind them that, in some countries, children have to eat mealworms and they don’t even complain

about it. I think I’m becoming my mother. I can almost hear the “tsktsking” of the stay-at-home moms right now. Why doesn’t she just lay the clothes out the night before? How long would it take to peel a banana in the morning anyway? Maybe if she taught her children to be more independent then she wouldn’t have all these issues. You’re right. I get it. All I ask of you is one simple thing. When you see me fly by in my dusty mini-van, the one carpeted in Skittles, old French fries and melted M&Ms, applying mascara while my kids munch on Twinkies, try not to judge. I’m still a novice.

Continued from page 4A ounce of kale or quinoa this summer, nor did they floss their teeth every night. My dog did not learn a single new trick (I was going to teach him how to use the toilet and dance like a carnie pup) and I never once made a cake from scratch with my daughter. Now, I have to be out the door by 6:45 every morning. Trying to rouse my 15-year old who continuously groans, “five more minutes,” is as simple as removing pieces of fragmented shell from a bowl of raw eggs. Dragging the 9-year-old out of her bed is no easier and helping her

Weaver

Continued from page 4A a meeting. Everyone from the janitors to the engineers and millwrights and office people were there, except for one who was with her family. They’d lost someone in New York. One of the company’s national bosses was there, and he held up a blackened piece of plastic, with chunks of metal and glass suspended in the material. It came, he said, from the Pentagon. The workers at the plant were being asked to do something that couldn’t be done – they were being asked (not ordered) to build an escalator to replace the one destroyed at the Pentagon. The impossible part was the schedule; it would be hard enough to do their part with easy sources of supply, but in the days after 9/11, nothing was easy. Mike and his fellow workers did the impossible, because that’s what Americans do. They beat their deadline, and even improved on the original specifications.

The piece of plastic Michael brought home was one of the scraps given to all the workers for their hard work, a reminder of the part they played in showing the new enemy what they were up against. We’ve come along way since 9/11, but I can’t say what for. The war has been long, confusing, and misdirected more times than anyone can count. What started as a clarity of purpose has instead become a crutch for politicians. Meanwhile, a whole new breed of bad guys are making it likely that another crop of American sons and daughters will have to go overseas and show folks what happens when you, as the saying goes, mess with America. I just hope that, as we head for another September morning, this one stays golden and full of hope, as ours did when it started 13 years ago, and that we don’t need to again desperately seek comfort in a piece of plastic, a flagpole, and a gun. –Weaver is a columnist with the Post & Voice. Contact him at jeffweaver@whiteville. com.

interim pastor at Burgaw Presbyterian Church. Hymns were accompanied on guitar by Wes Hunter. Participants dipped the broken bread into the communion cup. After the benediction, I remembered that I would have to get myself up off the grass. First I thought I would turn over and get on my knees. There was nothing to hold on to—so I just walked myself down the small hill on my arms- and back. At the bottom of the hill, our General Presbyter Bill Reinhold, took my hands and pulled me up. It was not graceful, but at 86 years old you have to be resourceful. It was a great day to fellowship and worship with other Christians, enjoy God’s beautiful world, sit in the shade- or in the sun- at least it did not rain- and enjoy the activities available. I really looked at the Zip Lines, when people reached our side of the lake after the ride, and I really wanted to try it. The temperature was really hot, I wasn’t sure I could climb that long rope ladder (having never ever done it in my whole life) and thought I’d wait till a cooler day. I never have been to the cliffs at Kirkwood, which is about a 20-minute walk. Guess I’ll just have to exercise and get stronger muscles before I tackle those activities. Oh, well….someday (maybe)! On the Vesper Dell steps,

white swags with white bows graced the steps to the dell, in preparation for the 5 p.m. wedding to be held there in two hours after we left. Cars were beginning to come in as we left Kirkwood. Nancy Gladden and her planning team organized the day’s program of activities, which were enjoyed by all who attended. Nancy is Mission Coordinator for the East Community of the Presbytery of Coastal Carolina. Oh, I forgot to mention the “Kirkwood Express” which was a trolley ride with three “long padded seats, pulled by a small tractor driven by Dave Phipps (hope I get the name right) I hitched a ride around the camp and down paths I did not know were there. Most enjoyable ride! By 4 p.m. I was ready for the couch (that’s what I call my “dead time”) Wetlands presentation A young man, Geoff Goff, a member of the outreach team at N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher, presented a program recently on Wetlands for children and adults at Pender County Library at Burgaw. School age children from Little Town Learning Center walked to the library to see and hear the program. Snakes, turtles, frogs, and other such animals live in the wetlands, including alligators. He had some small specimens for the audience to touch and see. Geoff was an enthusiastic

speaker and the children paid attention. My 8 year old great granddaughter, Katelyn, was among those from Little Town and thoroughly enjoyed it. By the way, if you never have visited the aquariums, you have missed a real treat. One can spend many hours enjoying all the fish and other animals in the facility. It definitely is worth a trip to Fort Fisher to visit. Visit Virginia (Ginger) Williams has enjoyed a twoweek visit with her sister, JoAnn Williams James and husband, Billy, at their beach home. While there Elizabeth Herring and Lou Lanier came over one day for a visit. They all went out for lunch at a restaurant in Topsail Beach Elizabeth said it was a very nice restaurant in what was the former Warren Soda Shop now it is the Beach Shop and Grill. Ginger lives in Fayetteville, Georgia. Final thought: Heard a minister recently say that no matter what kind of mess you had made of your life, if you turned your life over to Jesus, He would forgive you of your sins. He then could turn your mess into a message that you could share with others. Then your past mess could allow them to hear your message and perhaps not make the same mistakes you made—and turn their lives over to Jesus too. Shalom.

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How do you build the spiritual life? What do you do to deepen it, broaden it, strengthen it? Through the ages, Christians have discovered some tried and true ways to cultivate the holy life. Like most things it take practice, practice that develops habits in heart and mind which nourish and nurture the holy life. Habits are like a chain that once welded together are hard to break. True for bad habits as well as good ones but want to talk about good ones today, Habits of the spiritual life, holy habits that feed our soul. To help us remember them I used the word habits as a memory tool, each letter of the word habits calls to mind one of the holy habits. We can use the letters in the word habits as an acronym. We begin with â&#x20AC;&#x153;H,â&#x20AC;? which stands for Holy Time with God. Create a daily time with God. If you want to keep up with a friend you spend time with him or her. God is no different. If you want to keep up with God, with what he is thinking and doing, you need to spend some time with God. As the hymn says, Take time to be Holy. Speak oft with the Lord, Make a daily plan for spending regular time with God and follow it. Next comes â&#x20AC;&#x153;A,â&#x20AC;? which stands for Awareness. Be constantly aware of God. Cultivate an abiding sense of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence in your devotions and life. Pay attention to God, how God is acting and moving

in your life, how God is blessing you, directing you, loving you, how God is present to you in some many ways and in so many things. Cultivate God consciousness in your life. Develop an abiding sense of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nearness. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bâ&#x20AC;? reminds us to Become a prayer-full soul. Prayer is one of the primary ways we come into Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence and God becomes present to us. Prayer opens a doorway into Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart. Pray, several times each day. Pray often; pray for others, for Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission and for yourself. Pray that God may know your heart and that you may listen for Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;? invites us to Invoke the Divine. We invoke the Divine through scripture and meditation. We seek God in His Word and through reflection on His Word. God comes alive to us when we let His Word speak to us. God moves in us and through us when His Word takes root in us.Spent some time with Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Word every week. The three words associated with the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tâ&#x20AC;? are Time, Talent, and Tithe. God has gifted us not for ourselves but for His mission in the world. He has given us talents and abilities to share. He has given us resources of wealth to share to move things along. Share your gifts, share your skills and share your wealth for Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work in the world God gives us gifts so we can use what we have and what we are to serve Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greater good. So we can be part of the church and its mission on earth. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sâ&#x20AC;? calls us to Serve â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

to serve others in Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name. Jesus said to His disciples, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Son of man came not to be served but to serveâ&#x20AC;?. The same is true for us. God calls us to be servants of his cause and kingdom through our life in this world. Develop a servantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye, a servantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand, a servantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart. Open yourself to the needs of others and respond with love and grace as God has loved and graced us. H o ly t i m e s w i t h G o d , Awareness of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence all around, Becoming a prayerful soul, Invoking the Divine

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Pender County Christian Services is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Donations of canned food, clothing, household items, etc. can be left at 210 W. Fremont St., Burgaw. PCCS is a non-profit, non-denominational organization with a seven member board of directors. The purpose of PCCS is to minister to human need in the name of Christ and to offer assistance to the needy in the form of a community clothes closet and food pantry. PCCS is also the site for Temporary Emergency Food Assistance (TEFAP) distribution bi-monthly on Fridays. Faith Harbor United Methodist Church holds a beach worship service every Sunday morning at 8 a.m. at the Roland Street beach access, Surf City. The community is invited to participate in the oceanfront worship service.

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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. Rev. Ryan Carter

Currie Community Baptist Church

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

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

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Constitution Week program Sept. 17 The Daughters of the American Revolution Battle of Moores Creek Bridge Chapter will sponsor an observance of Constitution Week Sept. 17 at the Pender County Courthouse. The progam will take place on the west lawn at 3:30 p.m. Bells will be rung at 4 p.m.

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and the DAR is asking local churches to ring their bells at that time to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Constitution Week, this year Sept. 17-23, began in 1955 by the National Daughters of the American Revolution.

Obituaries

Atkinson VFD holds barbecue Sept. 20 The Atkinson Volunteer Fire Department will hold its biannual barbecue pork and chicken dinner Sept. 20 beginning at 4 p.m. at the Old Atkinson School cafeteria at 300 West Henry Street. Plates are $7 each. The menu includes pit cooked barbecued chicken and pork, homemade slaw

and hushpuppies, and green beans. Donations of cakes, pies or sweets for the desert table are welcomed. Baked goods should arrive by 3:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the operation of the Atkinson Volunteer Department which provides fire protection to the community and surrounding areas.

African-American genealogy workshops at the library

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Ms. Mathilda and Emma Williams of Atkinson are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter and granddaughter, LaShanda Williams to Julian Williams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Williams of Wilmington. A June 2015 wedding is planned at Union Missionary Baptist Church in Wilmington.

A two-part African-American genealogy workshop titled The Importance of Reclaiming Black History Family by Family will be offered in September at the library at 103 S. Cowan St. in Burgaw. Part one begins at 9 a.m. Sept. 13 concluding at noon. Part two follows at the same time on the 20. Taught by Caroline Simpson Whitley, the workshop includes basic research methods and those specifically geared to tracing African American family history. Part one focuses on an historical overview of black genealogy, recognizing and documenting what is already known, sources of information and use of typical resources. Session two delves more deeply into research and documentation of African-American family history, progressing to organizing the information to develop a family tree or pedigree chart. Caroline Simpson Whitley lives in Pender County, Photo contributed relocating in 2003 following Burgaw Area Garden Club awarded the Yard of the Month to Bill and Kay Frazier, a long and successful career 12710 Highway 421, Burgaw. This is a beautiful yard that has been landscaped by the in education in New Jersey. Childhood summers spent in homeowners. Anyone wanting to take a ride in the country would be in for a treat to see

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all the beautiful plantings . When you get to Malpass Corner, turn right and it is about a quarter of a mile on the right.

George Thomas Blanton WA L L AC E - - G e o r g e Thomas Blanton, 92, of Wallace left this earthly life for his eternal rest on Friday, Sept. 5, 2014 after a valiant struggle with Alzheimers. He was born on May 22, 1922 in Duplin County and was the son of the late John Bunyon and Rosetta Raynor Blanton. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ruth Matthews Blanton; his daughter, Claudia Kennedy; sister, Lessie Mae Batchelor and brothers, Rudolf Blanton, Lummie Blanton and Carroll Blanton. Mr. Blanton served his country honorably in the U.S. Army and was a member of First Baptist Church of Wallace. He is survived by his devoted daughters, Emily B. Luck and husband, Wayne of Norman and Sue Baker and husband, Alan of Wallace; grandchildren, Lisa Farfour and husband, James, Barrett Baker and wife, Stacey, Suzanne Luck, Matt Luck, Josh Luck and wife, Melanie, Mike Danzeisen and Grant Dan-

zeisen; great grandchildren, Benjamin Farfour, Peyton Farfour, Oliver Baker, Jake Luck, Claire Luck, Jessica Danzeisen, Jamie Danzeisen and Megan Danzeisen; brothers, Charlie Blanton and Joe Blanton (Sarah), both of Wallace. George was a devoted husband and caring father, grandfather and brother who loved his family dearly. He found great joy in the simplest things but his great joy was spending time with his family. With a gentle spirit and a kind heart, he acquired many friends throughout the years as he worked at Z.J. Carters in Wallace. His favorite past times were spending time with his family and friends and drawing, which he was very talented. George was loved and respected by everyone who knew him. He will surely be missed but cherished memories of him will forever live in the hearts of those who knew and loved George. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 8, 2014 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home with Pastor Wayne Luck officiating. Burial followed in Rockfish Memorial Cemetery. T h e f a m i l y r e c e ive d friends immediately following the service at the funeral home. Memorial gifts may be given to the Gideons International, c/o Harry Bradshaw, PO Box 572, Wallace, NC 28466. The family was served by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Wallace, 612 S. Norwood Street, Wallace.

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Pender County Day of Hope Sept. 20

Rebuilding ministry helps local families By Ashley Jacobs Post & Voice Staff Writer In an effort to increase awareness and make homes safer for local families, The Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry (WARM) is banding volunteers together for a Day of Hope in Pender County. Executive Director Jeannie Cariker Skane, who goes by JC, said falls are one of the leading causes of death and disability among older adults. She and others serve low-income homeowners, like 86-yaer-old widow, Ms. Sara. Ms. Sara has lived in her home for more than 60 years. Now alone, she survives on Social Security and after basic living expenses and medical costs, she never has enough money left over for costly home repairs. “She can’t get around without a walker,” Skane said. “When she applied to WARM, the floor in her home was rotting so badly, her walker kept getting caught in the holes and she fell several times. It was difficult for her to get in and out of her home without assistance.” Over the summer, a mission team from out of town started construction on an access ramp and flooring repairs for Ms. Sara. Volunteers from Westview United Methodist will complete the rest of the work and they welcome more volunteers. The repairs they make will ensure Ms. Sara, and others like her, can live in their own homes safely instead of being forces to live in a facility due to a debilitating fall. “One of our biggest goals with Pender County Day of Hope is to increase awareness,” Skane said. “We opened a Hampstead office last year as well and really want the citizens of Pender to know we are committed to them. We

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WARM volunteers working on a rebuilding project. had two sites last year and two sites this year. Our vision with Pender County Day of Hope is to have four or five sites active on that day.” That day is Sept. 13. Volunteers are invited to bring tools, friends and family to help repair the home of a neighbor in need. They’ll work hard from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. “We started the Pender County Day of Hope last year to give individuals and smaller groups the opportunity to get involved. We select rebuilds that anyone can learn to complete. We find many Day of Hope volunteers eventually get a group together for a more customized experience,” Skane said. “The social aspect of volunteering is so powerful.” The experience is more than emotionally fulfilling for volunteers and recipients. The proof is powerful in the form of numbers. In a recent

survey of WARM homeowners served in the past few years, 69 percent experienced fewer falls while 33 percent had fewer colds and infections. In addition, 44 percent suffered fewer respiratory illnesses and 30 percent reported lower health care costs. “The changes volunteers make are tangible. They can really see a difference when they leave,” Skane said. “I think that is very meaningful to them. If they build a ramp, they can see that the person in the wheelchair can come and go as they please and live more independently.” Likewise, if they repair floors or install railings, they’ll know the resident is less likely to fall. “They can see and tough and understand the difference they are making in someone’s life.”

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Dear Need, The process of getting Social Security disability benefits can be tricky and time-consuming, but you can help yourself by doing your homework and getting prepared. Last year, around 3 million people applied for Social Security disability benefits, but two-thirds of them were denied, because most applicants fail to prove that they’re disabled and can’t work. Here are some steps you can take that will improve your odds. Get informed The first thing you need to find out is if your health problem qualifies you for Social Security disability benefits. You generally will be eligible only if you have a health problem that is expected to prevent you from working in your current line of work (or any other line of work that you have been in over the past 15 years) for at least a year, or result in death. There is no such thing as a partial disability benefit. If you’re fit enough to work part-time, your application will be denied. You also need not apply if you still are working with the intention of quitting if your application is approved, because if you’re working your application will be denied. Your skill set and age are

factors too. Your application will be denied if your work history suggests that you have the skills to perform a less physically demanding job that your disability does not prevent you from doing. To help you determine if you are disabled, visit ssa. gov/dibplan/dqualify5.htm and go through the five questions Social Security uses to determine disability. How to apply If you believe you have a claim, your next step is to gather up your personal, financial and medical infor mation so you can be prepared and organized for the application process. You can apply either online at ssa.gov/applyfordisability, or call 800-772-1213 to make an appointment to apply at your local Social Security office or to set up an appointment for someone to take your claim over the phone. The whole process lasts about an hour. If you schedule an appointment, a Disability Starter Kit that will help you get ready for your interview will be mailed to you. If you apply online, the kit is available at ssa.gov/ disability. It takes three to five months from the initial application to receive either an award or denial of benefits. The only exception is if you have a chronic illness that qualifies you for a “compassionate allowance” (see ssa. gov/compassionateallowances), which fast tracks cases within weeks.

If Social Security denies your initial application, you can appeal the decision, and you’ll be happy to know that roughly half of all cases that go through a round or two of appeals end with benefits being awarded. But the bad news is with backlog of about 900,000 people currently waiting for a hearing it may take a year or longer for you to get one. Get help You can hire a representative to help you with your Social Security disability claim. By law, representatives can charge only 25 percent of past-due benefits up to a maximum of $6,000, if they win your case. It’s probably worth hiring someone at the start of the application process if your disability is something difficult to prove such as chronic pain. If, however, your disability is obvious, it might be worth initially working without a representative to avoid paying the fee. You can always hire a representative later if your initial application and first appeal are denied. To find a representative, check with the National Association of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (nosscr.org, 800-431-2804) or National Association of Disability Representatives (nadr.org, 800-747-6131). Or, if you’re low-income, contact the Legal Services Corporation (lsc.gov/find-legal-aid) for free assistance. 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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Trophies

Continued from page 3A The company offers a nice selection of gifts such as desk sets and clocks which can be personalized with engraved messages. “Our company motto has always been ‘Award, Achievement, Deed and Affection,’” said Yow. Roman Trophies and Engraving moved to Hampstead this summer and opened on Aug. 4, their 34th business anniversary. Yow relocated the business when her husband’s job brought them to the Hampstead area. Roman Yturralde, Yow’s father, retired from the military in 1980. He liked the idea of showing appreciation and rewarding service. He opened Roman Trophies and Engraving in Sanford after he retired from military service. Yow was 17 years old when she started helping her father in the business. “I enjoy every aspect of this business,” said Yow. “We still have our customers back in Sanford.” Yow said the company’s

strength is customer service. “Our customers came back to us because of our customer service,” she said. “We listen to our customers and we give them what they like and we work within their budget.” The company offers a diverse selection of trophies and awards, from wooden plaques to acrylic awards. Roman Trophies and Engraving offers sentimental items such as bronzed baby shoes, engraving of wedding cake knives and servers, and photo frames. For outside memorials the company creates cast aluminum and bronze dedication plaques with raised lettering. For businesses, the company creates name tags for employees. They also have the ability to make business signs up to 12” x 24” in size. Yow said over the years the company has had the honor of creating work that honors others. Some of the awards have been extremely unique, such as mounting a train brakepull and putting a magazine under glass to preserve it for the man who was the subject of the article.

“We are in the business of honoring others,” said Yow. “It’s an enjoyable business.” Roman Trophies and Eng raving is open Mondays through Thursdays 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The company closes daily for lunch at 1 to 2 p.m. Fo r m o re i n fo r m at i o n about Roman Trophies and Engraving, call the store at 910-821-5002. To view the selection of awards and trophies available from the store go online at www.romantrophies.com.

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up-front money. You invest and create jobs, then you see the benefits.” Williams said he has not heard any response from the letter regarding a special legislative session, but is sure economic incentives will be brought up in January when the legislature goes back to Raleigh. “I think it will be close to the top on the priority list. I know it will be for our representatives.”

Eastern Carolina Human Services Agency, Inc. (ECHSA) Awarded SSVF Grant Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald announced in a News Release on August 11, 2014 the award of approximately $300 million in grants for the Supportive Services for Veterans Families (SSVF) that will help approximately 115,000 homeless and at-risk Veterans and their families. ECHSA, Inc., a non-profit organization serving Onslow and Duplin counties since 1964 has been awarded funds through this grant to serve veterans in Onslow, Duplin and Pender Counties. Under this grant the following services will be offered; outreach, case management, assistance with obtaining VA benefits via referral and assistance with receiving other public benefits. Also offered is temporary financial assistance which include; security deposits, rent payments, utility payments, moving cost and emergency housing assistance. For more information on how to apply for the SSVF program, visit or call one of our three offices. Ask to speak with a Veteran Representative. Onslow County Contact Information: 246 Georgetown Road, Jacksonville, NC or call (910) 347-0060. Duplin County Contact Information: 208 Southwest Railroad Street, Wallace, NC or call (910) 285-0034.

WARM

Continued from page 8A Though it is rewarding for those who participate, finding volunteers has been challenging at times according to Skane. The Sept. 13 rebuilds will be in Hampstead and Willard because there were no volunteers stepping forward in western Pender County, so the Atkinson rebuild will have to be put on hold. Yet still, Skane moves forward knowing their efforts will spread awareness and that Atkinson rebuild will get completed. She looks forward to meeting all of the volunteers on September 13 and said, construction and repair skills are helpful, but by no means necessary. If you’d like to join WARM in their effort to improve the

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Continued from page 7A family instilled in her a deep love of learning and family history. She is an experienced instructor in this field and is a member of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society. The program is free, with pre-registration suggested. Workshop attendance is limited. An information packet will be provided for those pre-registering. For additional information or to register for the free workshops, please call 259-1234 or visit the library.

lives of low-income senior citizens and others, check out www.WARMnc.org or call 910399-7563.

Pender County Contact information: 112 South Dickerson Street, Burgaw, NC or call (910) 259-0045. August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2014

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2014 – 4:00 p.m. PENDER COUNTY PUBLIC ASSEMBLY ROOM, 805 S. WALKER ST., BURGAW, NC CALL TO ORDER, INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC INFORMATION 1. Jessica Hogan, Pender County 4-H Agent/Mark Seitz County Extension Director: NCACC Youth Summit Participation Report. 2. Kay Warner, Seniors Health Insurance Information Program Coordinator, Pender Adult Services: Relay for Extra Help Program. PUBLIC COMMENT CONSENT AGENDA 3. Approval of Minutes: Emergency Meeting: August 27, 2014; Regular & Closed Session: September 2, 2014. 4a. Resolution Authorizing Issuance of Purchase Order to Motorola Solutions for the Service Agreement on Sheriff’ Office Portable Radios: $7,080.24. 4b. Resolution Authorizing Issuance of Purchase Order to Motorola Credit Company for the 911 Center Radio System Lease: $79,832.29. 5. Resolution Requesting an Amendment to the 2014/15 Budget for Country Court to Include the Insurance Proceeds and Related Expenses for a Fire Loss at Country Court Apartments. 6a. Resolution Authorizing Annual Approval of the Job Description for the Health and Human Services Director. 6b. Resolution Authorizing a Purchase Order to Hog Slat for the Purchase of an Incinerator for the Animal Shelter, Not-to-Exceed $11,000. 6c. Resolution Authorizing Approval of Purchase Order to Sanofi Pasteur, Inc for Flu Vaccines for Fiscal Year 2014-2015: $18,000. 6d. Resolution Authorizing Approval of Purchase Order to Midmark Corporation for Dental Office Renovations for Fiscal Year 20142015: $27,724.98. 7. Resolution Authorizing Approval of Purchase Order to Springsted, Inc. for Professional Services: $6,000. 8. Resolution Authorizing Approval of Proclamation by the Pender County Board of Commissioners: Fall Litter Sweep: September 20–October 4, 2014. RESOLUTIONS 9. Discussion/Resolution Requesting Amendments to the Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Burgaw and Pender County Regarding Occupancy of the Old Pender County Jail Property and the Town of Burgaw’s Request for Reimbursement of Costs Related to Renovations. 10. Resolution Authorizing Consideration of Legislative Goals for Submission to NCACC. 11. Resolution Authorizing Approval of a General Fund Budget Amendment ($200,000) Increasing the Appropriation from the Fund Balance and Increasing the Appropriation for the Hampstead Kiwanis Park and the Pender Memorial Park. 12. Resolution Authorizing Approval of a General Fund Budget Amendment ($1,500,000) Increasing the Appropriation from the Fund Balance and Increasing the Transfer to the School Special Revenue Fund for Debt Service Payments. 13. Resolution Authorizing Approval of the 2015 Schedule of Holidays for Pender County. 14. Resolution Authorizing Purchase Order to Mazzarone Construction Company for the Construction of Parking Lot, Walkways and Picnic Shelter/Restroom Facility at Millers Pond Park: $236,000. 15. Resolution Authorizing Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Southeastern Response & Remediation (SR&R) Environmental for Pump and Haul of Influent Wastewater from Pender County Phase 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant Equalization Basin to the Wallace Wastewater Treatment Plant During the Phase II Construction and Authorizing the Issuance of an Estimated Purchase Order for the Service. MOORES CREEK WATER & SEWER DISTRICT 16. Resolution by the Board of Directors of the Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District Approving a Profession Services Agreement Amendment with Highfill Infrastructure Engineering, P.C. for the Final Design, Permitting, Bidding, and Construction Phase Services for the Moore’s Creek Water and Sewer District Phase 1 Water Distribution System. CENTRAL PENDER WATER & SEWER DISTRICT 17. Resolution by the Board of Directors of the Central Pender Water and Sewer District Approving a Professional Services Agreement Amendment with Highfill Infrastructure Engineering, P.C. for the Final Design, Permitting, Bidding, and Construction Phase Services for the Central Pender Water and Sewer District Phase 1 Water Distribution System. DISCUSSION 18. Discussion of Cooperative Extension Restructuring and Possible Addition of a Family & Consumer Science Agent Position. APPOINTMENTS 19. Resolution authorizing Approval of Appointment to the Pender County CoastalCare Area Board. ITEMS FROM THE COUNTY ATTORNEY, COUNTY MANAGER, & COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CLOSED SESSION (if applicable) PUBLIC HEARINGS: SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUESTS/RESOLUTIONS 20. Public Hearing and Resolution Requesting Approval of a Revision to a Special Use Permit (SUP) for the Expansion of an Existing Marina; More Specifically the Expansion of a Dry Dock Boat Storage Facility. 21. Public Hearing and Resolution Requesting Approval of a Special Use Permit (SUP) for the Operation of a Convenience Store and Flea Market. 22.

Public Hearing and Resolution Requesting Approval of a Special Use Permit (SUP) for the Construction and Operation of a Telecommunication Tower. ADJOURNMENT

PENDER COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS 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 # of Positions/Categories Vacancies Advisory Board of Health 2 Optometrist***/Veterinarian*** Animal Shelter Advisory Committee 1 Veterinarian CoastalCare Area Board 1 Health Care or Health Insurance Expertise Four-County Community Services Board 1 Public Citizen Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Authority 7 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Library Board 1 District 2 Nursing/Adult Care Homes Advisory Board 1 Public Citizen Pender Memorial Hospital Board 1 Districts 5 Tourism Development Authority 1 District 5 District 1 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail District 2 = Upper & Middle Holly; Upper Topsail; Surf City District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek; Grady

District 4 = Lower Union; N. & S. Burgaw District 5 = Upper Union; Penderlea; Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT WILL HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS AS FOLLOWS: DATE OF HEARINGS: September 17, 2014 TIME OF HEARINGS: 9:00 A.M. LOCATION OF HEARINGS: THE PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTED WILL BE HELD IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM, AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING RM. 145, 805 S. WALKER ST., BURGAW, NC 28425 TOPICS OF HEARING: Variance Jerry Jacobs, applicant, on behalf of Hawes Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, owner, is requesting a variance for relief from Pender County Unified Development Ordinance standards outlined in Section 7.10.5.B (1); Non-Residential Uses in all other Zoning Districts: Required Parking Spaces - All required off-street parking spaces shall be sealed by an appropriate licensed professional and paved in accordance with NCDOT base course and pavement surface standards as prescribed by the “Secondary Road Manual”. The subject property, Tract 3, Map Book 48, Page 117, is located near the intersection of Slocum Trail (SR 1100) and Newtown Loop Road (SR 1203) Caswell Township. There is one (1) tract associated with this request totaling ± 10.17 acres and the property may be identified by Pender County PIN 2248-13-2578-0000. For Additional Information: Contact Pender County Planning Dept. 805 S Walker St Burgaw NC 28425 Phone 910 259 1202

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Administrative Assistant – Burgaw Police Department - The Burgaw Police Department is actively seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Administrative Assistant. Under general supervision, the candidate must be able to perform specialized police duties with respect to processing, indexing and filing of police records. Applicant must be able to perform administrative support for the department. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and have good communication skills. The applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional business college secretarial and bookkeeping courses preferred. The applicant must be able to obtain certification in DCI within six months of hire. Salary based on experience; excellent benefit package. Qualified applicants may pick up applications at the Town of Burgaw Municipal Building located at 109 N. Walker St, Burgaw NC or download from town website at www.townofburgaw.com. Please return completed applications to Attn: Kristin Wells, Personnel Technician, 109 N. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC by 5:00 PM on Thursday, September 18, 2014. E.O.E. Public Works Mechanic - The Town of Burgaw is seeking a Public Works Automotive Mechanic. Must have valid NC Driver’s License and be able to perform complex skilled work in the maintenance and repair of municipal vehicles and equipment. Also required to maintain records, garage facility and performs related work as required. Excellent benefits package; salary based on qualifications and experience. Qualified applicants may pick up applications at the Town of Burgaw Municipal Building located at 109 N. Walker St, Burgaw NC or download from town website at www.townofburgaw.com. A pre-employment background check and drug screening will be completed for the selected finalist. Resumes and applications may be submitted to Attn: Kristin Wells, Personnel Technician, 109 N Walker Street, Burgaw, NC 28425. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Salary DOQ. Only qualified applicants need apply. EOE. CALENDAR September 18

Planning Board meeting

6:00PM

TOWN OF BURGAW 109 N WALKER STREET BURGAW NC 28425 Phone 910.259.2151 Fax 910.259.6644 Email: townofburgaw@townofburgaw.com Web: www.townofburgaw.com

Town of Surf City Government News September 11, 2014

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

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Trask beats West Columbus 24-22

Titans get first win under new regime By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When head coach Jonathan Taylor took over the Trask football job he talked about changing the team’s state of mind. All of the talk about being a different team with a different attitude came to terms Friday night as the little engine that could showed its face in a 24-22 Titan win over West Columbus

on the road. The Titans were without the services of senior signal caller Dylan Kraft but used a stout running game buoyed by sophomore Steven Jordan to move the football throughout the night. Jordan ended the evening with 156 yards and a touchdown. The score was tied at 14 apiece at the half. Trask took the lead in the second half but the Vikings answered with a touchdown and two-

point conversion to take a one point lead. Senior place kicker topped off a perfect night with a 25-yard field goal with just over five minutes to play to give his team the win. The Titan defense took over from there as the Vikes tried to answer one more time. The Titan defense has played well this season and held on for the win. Tynaffit Davis handled the quarterback position in Krafts absence and did an admirable

job. The Titans had 292 yards rushing and eclipsed the 300-yard mark for the first time this year with 340 yards of offense. Djuane Farrior had 90 yards rushing and a touchdown while Davis added a score as well. Jarquelle James had nine tackles to lead the Titans while sophomore Kansas Bannerman had two sacks. The Titans will host East Columbus this Friday night.

Patriots fall to S. Brunswick By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Head Coach Tony Hudson only knows one way to coach and one way to play and that’s all out. His young Patriot team is slowly learning those lessons from their young coach. Last week the Pats hosted a South Brunswick team that had not won in a season and a half. Both teams fought valiantly before the Pats ran into some problems with turnovers and penalties. Meanwhile the Cougars Josh Carter was the second back in two weeks to rush for more than 200 yards against the Patriots defense as the

Cougars took a 42-12 win. South opened the game with a touchdown and scored again after a Patriot turnover. Another score gave the Cougars a 21-0 lead before the pats scored just before the halftime break. The second half was all South as they forced the Patriots into two turnovers. The final Patriot score came in the fourth quarter with Justin Hooper scoring. Hooper scored both Patriot touchdowns while running for 130 yards. The Patriots are 0-2 on the year. They will host East Carteret on Friday night.

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Topsail quarterback Nick Altilio takes the snap in Friday’s game against White Oak.

Late rally pushes White Oak past Topsail By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail Pirate football team is much-improved from a year ago. The team is better in just about all facets of the game. Coach Wayne Inman wants the mental part of the game to catch up with the rest of the package. “We’ve got to change some attitudes,” said Inman. “We beat ourselves up a bit. We don’t handle this (losing) very well. I have told them that if they don’t like the way it feels then fix it.” The Pirate defense struggled on the Vikings first series. It took the Onslow County bunch seven plays to

go 35 yards and take a 7-0 lead. It looked like the Pirates were in trouble. Not so fast. White Oak intercepted a Nick Altilio pass and was in business at the Pirate 13-yard line on the next series. The Pirate defense dug in and made a stand that would change the tempo of the game. Josh Jessup scored his first touchdown since going out with an injury in the first game of the season and the Pirates were on the board. The extra point failed and the score read White Oak 7 Topsail 6. The Vikings return teams were spot on for most of the night and they again did their job on the next kick off.

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The Pirate defense swarms White Oak running back Tyler Piotrovsky early in the game.

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Topsail’s Malik Winford ﬁnds running room off tackle.

White Oak had first and ten on the 45-yard line. Five plays later the Vikes scored on a pass across the middle. They added the point after and the score was 14-6. The Pirates ag ain answered with a 12-play drive, ending with a seven yard pass from junior quarterback Nick Altilio to Tyler Andrews. The two-point conversion failed, and the teams went into the break with the Vikings on top at 14-12. Another good return set up the Vikes with a first and ten at the 45-yard line. Nine plays later White Oak scored to take a 21-12 lead. The Pirates answered yet again, this time on a 19-yard pass from Altilio to Hunter Potts in the corner of the end zone. Two points separated the teams with 12 minutes

to play. Two quick touchdowns in the fourth by White Oak and the Pirates were reeling. Topsail tried to counter with a hurry up offense but was victimized by an interception. The Vikings scored and the game was over. Winford had 95 yards rushing and a touchdown while Altilio was 10-14 through the air for 137 yards and two touchdowns. He threw three interceptions although one was late in the game. Tyler Andrews caught a touchdown pass and had an interception. He had six catches for 95 yards. Sam Grier had six tackles to lead the defense while Trevon Bagley led three others with five stops. The Pirates will host Croatan on Friday.

Topsail Pirate sports roundup Topsail volleyball earns three wins When it comes down to wins and losses most coaches say that if a team takes care of their own business that the wins will come. Coach Hill Pearsall’s group of Topsail spikers did just that last week

in taking three wins including two Mideastern Conference victories. Early in the week the Pirates traveled to Ashley High School to play the Screaming Eagles. The Pirates used an efficient offense that included 31 kills and 31 assists to take a

3-1 win. The scores were 25-15, 19-25, 25-13 and 25-16. Kayla Hyatt had eight kills and 16 digs to pace the Pirates while Keri White added 15 digs. Next up was a non-conference affair with Harrells Christian Academy. The Pi-

rates swept the Crusaders. The scores were 25-21, 15 and 20. Hyatt and Kayla Ball each had 12 kills while White had 11 digs. Marlee Marrotta added 10 digs while Payton Schoenleber had 17 assists.

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Pender’s Justin Hooper plows through the South Brunswick defense on the way to 130 yards rushing and two touchdowns.

Trask sports roundup Titan volleyball falls to Union in five sets The Trask Titan volleyball team has made small strides under the direction of first year Coach Jessica Ball. Last week the Lady Titans took a 2-0 lead over Union at their place but could not close the deal. They lost the final three sets and the match. The Titans took the first two sets 25-21 and 25-11 and appeared to be on their way to a sweep. However, the Lady Spartans got things together between games two and three and went on a run. They won the third and fourth sets by

scores of 25-16 and 25-15 to force a tie-breaking game. The Spartans won the final game 15-11 to run their record to 5-0. The Titans are 0-3 overall and 0-2 in conference play. Titan soccer ties Topsail; falls to SWO The Titan kickers played twice last week. They continued to play a hard non-conference schedule. They played Southwest Onslow for the second time this season. They were down 1-0 at the break and fell 5-0.Joe Lopez was in

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Football preview

In My Opinion

County teams at home this week By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer All three Pender County football teams will play on home turf this week.

Topsail (2-1) hosts Croatan (1-2) The Topsail Pirates lost their first game of the year last week to an athletic White Oak team that matched up well with the Pirate defense. Although it counts as a loss the Pirates can come away with some positive things. Quarterback Nick ‘Lefty’ Altilio has a long way to go in his decision making but he has made huge strides. He is developing a pocket presence and seems to be able to scramble just enough to get rid of the ball. He made some good throws last week while on the run. One word of advice to the senior standout, if in doubt, throw it out. This is a balanced offense. They have a power back in Jessup and Gaither and a speedster in Winford along with a decent quarterback. They have just scratched the surface as to how good they can be. Topsail needs to run right at Croatan. Mix up the dives and the outside stuff and when it seems like they are honing in on the run let Altilio throw to T-Bone An-

drews and Hunter Potts. The Pirate offense is a pleasant surprise. Defensively, the Pirates have to stop the run. White Oak used a lot of quick hit dives to counter the big d-line of Topsail. The Pirates need to get off the ball better. It seems that the Pirates got better as the game progressed. Andrews is the best defensive back in the area. Teams will start avoiding him. Coach Inman has put together a very good staff. I still firmly believe that this team will win at least seven games, including this game. Croatan has made the trip to Topsail. They were 0-11 last year and lost to the Pirates 14-7. They are much better than a year ago. This team can score points. Their problem lies on the defensive side of the ball. Winford gets his 100 yards and Andrews adds to his total of touchdown catches. Topsail by two touchdowns.

Pender (0-3) hosts East Carteret (1-2) Much has been made of the Patriots losing streak. Many people say that the team may not win a game this year. I disagree. In fact I will go out on a limb and say that they win this week. The Pats have some talent.

What they need is some discipline. If you take just half of the penalties away along with a couple of turnovers and last week’s game was a nail biter. Justin Hooper is a playmaker. He can run the ball and catch the ball as well as anyone in the conference. He needs plenty of touches. Deloach is another player that has the skills to break a game wide open. He needs to touch the ball more often. I know that we are three games into the season but I believe that the Pats would be better suited for the option. Let’s put Deloach at quarterback and use Hooper at tailback. Find a fullback and let’s rock. Defensively, the Patriots need to get off the ball. This team is aggressive. They need to channel that aggressiveness in a positive way and start pushing people around. I think that Tony Hudson is a very good coach. The players at Pender need to recognize the fact that they have a good coach that cares about them as young men. If they don’t they may end up losing him and that would be a shame.

This week’s was action filled as the three area high schools had plenty of athletic events planned. The Topsail Pirate volleyball team won three times last week behind the play of Kayla Hyatt. The senior led the team with 31 kills in three matches. Keri White had 35 digs against Laney. The Topsail football team came up short against White Oak despite a good effort from quarterback Nick Altilio. He was 10-14 for 134 yards and two

T.D.s. Tyler T-Bone Andrews had six catches and a pick. Malik Winford had 95 yards rushing and a touchdown. The Pender Patriot volleyball team continues to dominate the conference. They had two wins last week. Katy Stewart had 50 assists in two matches last while Brianna Pittman had 20 kills and 14 blocks in two matches. The Pender football team fell to South Brunswick. Justin Hooper scored both Patriot touchdowns while running for 130 yards. The Trask volleyball team dropped their only match of

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Trask (1-2) hosts East Columbus (0-2) The Titans picked their first win of the year and the

the week. The men’s soccer team fell to Southwest Onslow 5-0 and tied Topsail 1-1. Blake Joyce had 12 saves against the Pirates. The Titan gridiron warriors won for the first time this year behind the play of Steven Jordan. The super sophomore had 156 yards rushing. Jarquelle James had nine tackles for the defense. Senior place kicker Brice Mason was perfect on the night. He made all three point after kicks and nailed the game winning 25-yard field goal. He is this week’s Post & Voice Top Performer.

and one dig while Brianna Pittman had 14 kills and eight blocks. Next up was East Bladen. The Patriots again flexed their muscles in taking a 3-0 win. The scores were 25-18, 25-20 and 25-20. Stewart had 20 assists to pace the Patriots while Brianna Pittman six kills 2 assists and six blocks. Meghan Cleary had seven kills while Gelleana Mendez had eight kills. Pender soccer falls to Lejuene The Pender men’s soccer team fell to Lejuene 8-1 last week. The Patriots scored their lone goal in the first half. They will start league play this week.

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Pender sports roundup Lady Patriots take two conference matches When long time coach Ray Horton gave up the job at Pender High School, many thought the program was doomed. Longtime assistant Matt Davis took the position and has not missed a beat. All that the Patriots have done is win. Last week the Lady Patriots traveled to Midway to face a very good Midway team. The match went to five sets before the Patriots could call themselves winners. The scores were 18-25, 25-15, 25-22, 18-25 and 15-12. Katy Stewart 30 assists one block, one ace,

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first win in Jonathan Taylor’s head coaching career. The team did it with hard work and discipline along with handing the ball to sophomore Steven Jordan. Jordan had 156 yards and averaged more than nine yards a carry. He is shifty and fast. He is the Titans best option on the offensive side of the ball. Djuane Farrior is also very good and will give the Titans a couple of options. Tynaffit Davis took over for Dylan Kraft due to a concussion. He gives the Titans a little more speed. He doesn’t throw the ball as well as Kraft. Trask has a couple of very good receivers in Michael Stroman and Tyquan Davis. I say give me a lot of Jordan and an occasional shot down the field. The Titans defense is fast. Jarquelle James may be the best defensive player in the county. He likes to lay the lumber and has good technique. If the offense can keep them off of the field a little bit more it would help. This is a Titan win. Jordan goes for 150 and James reaches doubledigits in tackles.

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic For anyone that thinks that the saltwater fishing is going away with the summer months, they need to just take a trip to the beach. I took my daughter and her son out Saturday morning and we caught a mixed bag of fish including several nice croaker and three flounder. The fish were biting cut bait and shrimp. The reds are still biting in the creeks and flats while the flounder are also biting. The freshwater fishing is also doing well. The panfish are biting red worms and crickets while the cats are biting the usual. This week’s fishing tip With the rivers and lakes running high, the chance of running up on a snake goes up significantly. These creepy critters will look for high ground like most other animals. Years ago, my wife and I took our daughters fishing a few days after a hurricane and the waters were running high. We encountered a half dozen water moccasins in about 15 minutes and of course cut our trip short. Remember, if the waters are high, then the snakes will be looking for high ground. If you see a couple in a short period of time or in a small area, then it is best to move on. There are only a few species of poisonous

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in check in the first half and gave up only one goal for the game while the Titan offense struggled to score as well. Freshman Fernando Aldama scored the lone Titan goal in the second half. The Titans 0-4-1 played Wallace on Monday and was at Union on Wednesday.

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There are many things in sports that could be conceived as playing under pressure. T here those late g ame throws by a quarterback or the late game free throws by the basketball player or that at bat in the late innings with the bases loaded. However, there are not many things that rival being a place kicker in the game of football. A place kicker gets to sit on the bench and wait for the rest of his team to get within range of his foot. Often he has to come in cold and other than a few warmups on the sideline and kick the ball with the pressure of the game on his shoulders. Last week senior Brice Mason did just that. He came in with five minutes to go in the game and nailed a 25 yard field goal to give the Titans the win. There is no doubt that Brice Mason is tough under pressure.

There are very few positions in the world of sports that a player has to handle the ball on every play. As a center on the Topsail Pirate varsity football team Cooper Swann handles the football on every offensive play that happens while he is on the field. Playing center on the football field is an extension of playing quarterback. Nothing happens until you get the quarterback the football. Everything depends on that one player on each and every play. Cooper Swann seems to thrive on being that player. He does it with ease yet plays as hard as he can on every play. When the Pirates move on to next year they will have to replace Swann. They will find that he was a very dependable player with an abundance of confidence. Until then Cooper will snap the football and set things into motion.

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is only one player moving when the ball is snapped it is a legal shift. The official that made the call had two explanations. The first was dead wrong and the next was just a cover up. All of these bad calls lead me to wonder what type of education that these officials need to call high school games. I think that the 1A schools and the schools in the rural counties get the leftovers. I believe that there should be a rotating schedule that gives the smaller schools a chance to be officiated by some veteran officials. I don’t know for a fact that there isn’t such a schedule in place. I do know that Trask and Pender and in some cases Topsail often times ends up with some doozies. After one of those questionable calls one Friday night, a coach told me I needed to have a referee spotlight. I totally agree. It would be the referee we would least like to see officiate our game. One other thing Mr. Ref. If you are officiating a game, don’t continue to hold a conversation with the home team’s chain crew. It just doesn’t look professional.

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Bill Howard Outdoors

By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist Many of us are getting ourselves used to the schedules of our kids’ schools and extra-curricular activities now that Labor Day has passed. Soccer moms and dancing dads become busy just trying to take the young ones from point A to point B while sneaking in a meal somewhere between. My wife and I have 18 years practice at just that. My oldest son never knew a week without soccer since the age of three. He became rather proficient at the sport even garnering some collegiate interest from some of the smaller universities. Meanwhile my daughter and youngest son keep our skills in tact now that our oldest is

now learning his way at the next stage of life. When a homecoming appearance makes way into the schedule, I know it is time to make it worth while. Each year I plan several special trips for both these stories sakes, and for that bit of adventure I need to keep my sanity. For instance, I just received my permit from the United States Forestry Service to camp in the Linville Gorge for another October special. A trip I did not count on was one in which my oldest son Turner would be home for the weekend from college and I would have no plans either. So the planning has begun. I recently finished a magazine column focusing on fishing for smallmouth bass. It was enough to offer an itching to go it alone on a potential overnight paddle trip. However, now things have escalated. I have a fishing buddy to paddle alongside of me instead. Having interviewed anglers such as Drew Haerer and Bill Kohls in the past, they became my go to people for anything fishing related, especially from a kayak. Drew and Bill both guided for Gary ‘Froggy’ Ribet,

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Bill Howard ﬁshes the Dan River along rocky outcroppings common on the river as it runs through the northern piedmont of North Carolina. owner of Froggy Waters Outdoors (919-201-7882) and Drew referred me to speak with Froggy on some smallmouth tactics and locations. What a lead it was. Froggy knows the rivers well and quickly gave me the scoop on several rivers he and his guides frequent. He also provided several absolutely incredible photographs of some of the locations.

One river, one that has been in the news for the past year in fact, is where his home base is located. The Dan River has received much publicity from the Duke Energy coal ash spill. As bad as the spill has been, there is still a large portion of the Dan upstream from where the spill occurred of pristine waters snaking through beautiful rocky cliffs with

bright sandy bottoms. The Dan River receives low pressure for smallies, and this just seems right for a father-son float. The Dan River seems right for a memorable trip for the two of us and one to lead into a busy hunting season. Maybe it will be just the thing to bring him home a little more often. –Bill Howard is a lifelong North Carolina resident and

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In a high-scoring shoot-out, Harrells Christian Academy edged Warren County 36-32 in football action last week. HCA led 36-12 at the end of the third period, but Warren County put 20 points on the board in the ﬁnal period to give HCA a scare. Joseph Phaneuf rushed for 73 yards and two touchdown. HCA also got scoring performances from Marcus Scarborough, Devonta Best, and O.H. Rouse. Justin Smith grabbed a fumble and returned it 76 yards for a touchdown. Ethan Hall passed for one touchdown to round out the HCA scoring. Scarborough rushed for 93 yards to lead the Crusaders. Above Phaneuf ﬁnds an opening in the Warren County defense.

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Pender ’s Rayshawn Deloach (above) runs for yardage against South Brunswick last Friday night in Burgaw. The Trask soccer team (left) battles Southwest Onslow, falling to the Stallions 5-0. Topsail’s number two tennis player and second team All Star Franca Buffalino (right) returns a volley in play last week.

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Continued from page 1B The final match of the week was an affair with Laney. The Bucs were 4-0 heading into the day but left Hampstead with a 3-0 loss. The scores were 26-24, 27-25 and 25-22. Hyatt again led the team with 11 kills while White had 35 digs. Schoenleber had 19 assists and 18 digs. The Pirates are 6-2 overall and 2-1 in MEC play. Pirate kickers tie Trask The Topsail Men’s soccer team played one game last week, a home af fair with county rival Trask. Both teams failed to score in the first half. Each team scored once in the second half to end the game in a 1-1 tie. Topsail men’s cross country places second The Topsail Pirate cross country team took second place in a field of eight teams in a meet last week in Jacksonville. The Pirates finished

close behind Wilmington Hoggard, and beat West Carteret, White Oak, Laney, Ashley, New Hanover, and Swansboro. Topsail runners placing in the top ten were Chad Campbell(5) at 17:31, Jackson Moore(7) at 17:48, and Trent Pyrtle(9) at 18:00. In the women’s meet, Topsail finished in eighth place, with no runners placing in the top ten. Topsail tennis gets wins over Ashley, East Duplin The Topsail women’s varsity tennis team swept matchs with Ashley and East Duplin on the road by 9-0 scores last week. On Sept. 4, the team returned to their home court to face rival Laney who downed the Lady Pirates 8-1. The 15-member Topsail team led by coaches, Troy McGee, and Craig Mann, is off to a 2-4 start. The top six players are seniors Franca Buffalino(#2) and Kendal Allen(#4), freshmen Carmen Jordan(#1) and Caroline Harris(#3) junior

Stephanie Athanas (#5) and sophomores Sara Major and Sierra Dougherty(#6). Rounding out the top players are seniors Courtney Weaver and Jessica Prall who play in the third doubles slot. In the win over Laney, Carmen Jordan (T) defeated Erin Nesselroade 6-1, 6-3. Suzie Schoolfield (L) defeated Franca Buffalino 4-6, 6-0, 10-8. Anna Porcelli (L) defeated Caroline Harris 6-4, 6-3. Kendall Hanks(L) defeated Kendal Allen 7-6, 6-3. Sydney Young (L) defeated Stephanie Athanas 6-4, 6-7, 10-6. Jessica Tucker defeated Sierra Dougherty 6-4, 6-1. In doubles play the team of Nesselroade/Porcelli defeated Jordan/Buffalino 8-3. Schoolfield/Hanks def Harris/Allen 8-0. Young/ Tucker def Jessica Prall/ Courtney Weaver 9-7. This week the Lady Pirates travel to West Brunswick and play a home match against South Brunswick.

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Jerry Fox Hollified, late of 2292 Sloop Point Road, Hampstead, N.C., Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned at Post Office Box 625, 107 East Fremont Street, Burgaw, N.C. 28425 on or before the 18th day of November, 2014 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 12th day of August, 2014. Mark Fox Hollifield, Administrator of the Estate of Jerry Fox Hollifield R. Kent Harrell, Attorney at Law PO Box 625 Burgaw, N.C. 28425 #6575 8/20, 8/27, 9/4, 9/11/14

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Myrtle Fowler Suggs, late of Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned c/o Jill L. Raspet, 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401, on or before the 1st day of December, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 27th day of August, 2014. Jimmie Legrande Suggs, Executor of the Estate of Myrtle Fowler Suggs Jill L. Raspet Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP 300 N. Third Street, Suite 301 Wilmington, NC 28401 #6576 8/27, 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of Martha Brown Hagans, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Martha Brown Hagans, to present them to the undersigned on or before December 3, 2014 at 6503 Fore Circle, Chesterfield, Virginia 23832, or be barred from recovery. All persons Indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment. This the 27th day of August, 2014 Alfreda R. Hagans 6503 Fore Circle Chesterfield, VA 23832 #6577 8/27, 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-486 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. REGAIL DENISE CARTER, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: REGAIL DENISE CARTER Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as Part of Lot 2 Elizabeth Corbett Estate Division, 5 acres., Parcel ID Number 2341-59-4806-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 15, 2014. This date: August 27, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6588 8/27, 9/4, 9/11/14 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-486 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. REGAIL DENISE CARTER, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE/SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO REGAIL DENISE CARTER

Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as Part of Lot 2 Elizabeth Corbett Estate Division, 5 acres., Parcel ID Number 2341-59-4806-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 15, 2014. This date: August 27, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6587 8/27,9/4, 9/11/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-494 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. RONNIE S. KEA, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: Unknown Spouse/Successor in Interest to Ronnie S. Kea Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as 4 tracts, SR 1104, Canetuck Township, Pender, NC, Parcel ID Number 223463-5287-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 20, 2014. This date: September 3, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6602 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

EXECUTOR’S NOTICE Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of JOSEPH HANSON MCGOWEN, JR., deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify that all persons having claims against the said estate to present such claims to the undersigned on or before the 4th day of December 2014, or this notice will be placed in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment. This 4th day of September 2014. Martin Wade McGowen 479 Watha Road Watha, NC 28478 Robert C. Kenan, Jr. MOORE & KENAN Attorneys at Law P. O. Box 957 Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-9800 #6604 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/14 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-527 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. JANET ANN GUENTHER FOX, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: Janet Ann Guenther Fox Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as Lot 45A Sycamore Farms, Phase II MB29/P64, Parcel ID Number 324729-8220-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 20, 2014. This date: September 3, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6601 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

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14-SP-121 AMENDED NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Debbie L. Christopher and Doyle G. Christopher, dated 05/30/2008 and recorded on 06/16/2008, in Book 3479 at Page 262, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Pender County Courthouse, in Burgaw, North Carolina, on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at 11:00 AM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Burgaw, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particular described as follows: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF BURGAW TOWNSHIP, PENDER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: LOCATED IN BURGAW TOWNSHIP, PENDER COUNTY, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, AND BEING DESCRIBED BY BEGINNING AT A RAILROAD SPIKE SET IN AN OLD PROPERTY LINE THAT IS LOCATED IN THE EAST EDGE OF THE PAVEMENT OF N.C. SECONDARY ROAD NO. 1348 AT A POINT THAT MAY BE LOCATED BY MEASURING ALONG THE EAST EDGE OF THE PAVEMENT OF N.C.S.R. 1348 A COURSE OF NORTH 01 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST AND A DISTANCE OF 591.72 FEET FROM A POINT IN THE CENTER OF THE PAVEMENT OF N.C.S.R. 1345 THAT IS LOCATED 8.85 FEET EASTWARD FROM A POINT IN LINE WITH THE CENTER OF THE PAVEMENT OF N.C.S.R. 1348 AND FROM SAID RAILROAD SPIKE BEGINNING CORNER SO LOCATED RUNNING THENCE AS FOLLOWS: 1) A NEW LINE NORTH 88 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 49.96 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE (SET): 2) THENCE, THE SAME COURSE CONTINUED AND WITH SAID NEW LINE, NORTH 88 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 403.56 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE (SET): 3) THENCE, ANOTHER NEW LINE NORTH 01 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 00 SEONCDS EAST 177.53 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE (SET): 4) THENCE, SOUTH 88 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST 149.57 FEET TO AN EXISTING IRON PIPE THAT IS LOCATED AT THE OLD SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LAND CONVEYED TO ROGER ALLEN BOWDEN AND WIFE, SYBIL B. BOWDEN, BY DEED RECORDED IN BOOK 764, ON PAGE 411, PENDER COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS: 5) THENCE, THE SAME COURSE CONTINUED AND WITH THE OLD SAID LINE OF THE ROGER ALLEN BOWDEN AND WIFE, SYBIL B. BOWDEN, LAND REFERRED TO ABOVE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 00 SEONCDS EAST 253.77 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE (SET): 6) THENCE, THE SAME COURSE CONTINUED AND WITH SAID OLD LINE SOUTH 88 DEGREES 39 MINUTES 00 SEONCDS EAST 50.18 FEET TO A RAILROAD SPIKE (SET) IN THE EAST EDGE OF THE PAVEMENT OF N.C.S.R. 1348 AND AT THE OLD SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE BOWDEN LAND REFERRED TO ABOVE: 7) THENCE, WITH THE EAST EDGE OF N.C.S.R. 1348 AND WITH AN OLD LINE OF THE LARGER TRACT OF LAND OF WHICH THIS LAND IS A PART SOUTH 01 DEGREES 21 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST 177.53 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 1.85 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, 1.69 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, OF WHICH IS LOCATED OUTSIDE THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF N.C. SECONDARY ROAD NO. 1348, AS SURVEYED BY WILLIAM W. BLANCHARD, P.L.S. NO. L-0619, MARCH 17, 2003, WITH ALL LINES SHOWN CORRECT IN THEIR ANGULAR RELATIONS AND RELATIVE TO MARCH 17, 2003, MAGNETIC MERIDIAN. Address of Property: 125 Shady Ln Road, Watha, NC 28478 Present Record Owner: Debbie L. Christopher and Doyle G. Christopher. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the holder is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale ‘’AS IS, WHERE IS’’ and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the

sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Substitute 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 title include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without knowledge of the Substitute Trustee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Substitute Trustee(s), in its/their sole discretion, if it/they believe(s) the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Additional Notice where the Real Property is Residential with less than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. § 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of termination. Dated: August 20, 2014 The Hunoval Law Firm, PLLC, Attorney for Poore Substitute Trustee, LTD as Substitute Trustee By: Cameron D. Scott 501 Minuet Lane, Suite 104-A Charlotte, NC 28217 570.016651/CHRISTOPHER FEI # 1082.00519 09/03/2014, 09/10/2014 #6600 9/4, 9/11/14

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 14SP174 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY RAYMOND E. LAMBERT, SR. AND NANCY LAMBERT DATED JANUARY 12, 2004 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 2299 AT PAGE 111 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 September 16, 2014 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Pender County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Lot 4, in Topsail Greens, as shown on a plat of the Subject Property recorded in Map Book 22, Page 33, Pender County Registry, reference to which plat is hereby made for a more complete description. This conveyance is subject to the provisions of the “Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Topsail Greens” recorded in Book 663, Page 212, Pender County Registry and to all easements and rightsof-way of record. By acceptance of this deed, grantees, their heirs, successors and assigns, expressly herein agree and covenant to be bound by said Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Topsail Greens, and any amendments and additions thereto, including, but not limited to all provisions concerning assessments contained therein. And Being more commonly known as: 106 Admiral Ct, Hampstead, NC 28443 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are The Estate of Nancy Lambert. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open

ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is August 26, 2014. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 14-062445 #6598 9/4, 9/11/14

LEGAL NOTICE PENDER COUNTY UTILITIES WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT – PHASE 2 PROJECT SPECIFIC CONTRACTOR PREQUALIFICATION APPLICATION REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) Pender County Utilities is seeking prequalification applications from properly licensed, bonded, and qualified general contractors for construction of the proposed Phase 2 portion of a Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 469 Quality Way, Wilmington, North Carolina. This prequalification application will establish the bid pool and only Contractors that are prequalified under this RFQ will be approved to bid. Prequalification applications will be received at the office of the design engineers, McKim & Creed, Inc. at 243 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 until no later than 5:00 pm local, prevailing time on the 3rd of October, 2014. Opening will not be public. This is not a solicitation for bid; however Pender County Utilities will only accept bids for this project from Contractors who are approved by Pender County Utilities as prequalified for this specific project. The project’s estimated range for construction cost is approximately $10 million and includes, but is not limited to, a new 0.5 million gallon per day (MGD) wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) utilizing flow equalization, Moving Bed Bio-Reactors (MBBR), Fixed Film Biofilm Reactors (FBBR), tertiary treatment and disinfection, and Glasshouse. Phase 1 of the project, which is already constructed, includes the influent pump station and flow equalization basin. Phase 2 will be the remaining components of the MBBR/FBBR plant and include interface with the Phase 1 equipment, shop drawings, and technical specialists. Construction for Phase 2 is anticipated to be bid in late 2014 and the construction period is estimated to be approximately 12 to 15 months. Any prime contractor wishing to be prequalified for the work must complete an application and be approved by Pender County Utilities prior to bidding. Evaluation of the applications for prequalification shall be made by Pender County Utilities after the stated closing date and time for receipt of applications. This prequalification of prime contractors to bid on this project is applicable to this project only. Applications for Prequalification of Bidders may be obtained from Jamie Fitzsimmons at the Wilmington office of McKim & Creed, telephone number (910) 343-1048 upon payment of $50.00 (non-refundable) for each set of documents obtained. Neither the Owner nor the Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Project Specific Contractor Prequalification Applications, including any Addendum obtained from any other source. All requests for interpretation of the RFQ and the associated application and attachments must be made in writing to Tony Boahn, PE, McKim & Creed, 243 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401 (910-3431048). Requests can be made by email at tboahn@mckimcreed.com. To be given consideration, such requests must be received by September 25th, 2014 at 5:00 pm EST. #6609 9/11, 9/18/14 13 SP 228 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 Lillie M. McIntyre Hunt to William R. Echols, Trustee(s), which was dated March 20, 2007 and recorded on March 26, 2007 in Book 3191 at Page 134, 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 September 23, 2014 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Located in Rocky Point Township, Pender County, North Carolina adjacent to and South of N.C. Highway No. 210, adjacent to and West of Clear Water Branch and being more fully described as follow, to wit: BEGINNING at an old “P.K.” nail located in the paved centerline of N.C. Highway No. 210 and directly above the Eastern most of two concrete culvert that accommodates the water of Clear Water Branch beneath the roadway; running thence, from the BEGINNING, so located, (1) down the runof Clear Water Branch as it meanders in a Southeastwardly direction with the following being traverse courses and distances from point to point along or near said branch: South 53 Degrees 41 Minutes 06 Seconds East 196.64 feet, South 42 Degrees 57 Minutes 54 Seconds East 155.82 feet and South 12 Degrees 44 Minutes 09 Seconds East 21.50 feet to an iron pipe in said branch; thence, (2) North 76 Degrees 07 Minutes 48 Seconds West 416.92 feet to an iron pipe in line; thence, (3) North 01 Degrees 30 Minutes 00 Seconds East 155.00 feet to an existing “P.K.” nail in the paved centerline of N.C. Highway No. 210; thence, (4) with said road centerline South 88 Degrees 30 Minutes 00 Seconds East 131.36 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 1.10 acres more or less after the exclusion of that portion of N.C. Highway No. 210 (60 foot Rightof-Way) contained within the above described boundaries and is as surveyed by Thompson Surveying CO., P.A. of Burgaw, North Carolina during April 1992 The above described tract being those lands described in Deed Book 814, at Page 052 of the Pender County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 16671 NC Highway 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTYFIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Lillie M. McIntyre Hunt. 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.: 09-20468-FC02 #6608 9/11, 9/18/14

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 14 E 278 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: GRAYSON HUGHES HUMPHREY EXECUTRIX’S NOTICE Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Grayson Hughes Humphrey of Pender County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said Grayson Hughes Humphrey to present them to the undersigned on or before November 27, 2014, that being three (3) months from the first date of publication of this Notice, or same shall be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate please make immediate payment. This the 27th day of August, 2014. Lynda Dale Millis Humphrey Executrix of the Estate of Grayson Hughes Humphrey c/o Thomas J. Morgan Attorney at Law P.O. Box 1388 Wilmington, N. C. 28402 #6589 8/27, 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Paul M. Slater aka Paul Milton Slater, deceased, of Pender County, North Carolina, does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 27th day of November, 2014, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This 27th day of August, 2014. Darlene L. Drescher, Executrix of the Estate of Paul M. Slater aka Paul Milton Slater 32 North Avenue Seaside Park, NJ 08752 MURCHISON, TAYLOR & GIBSON, PLLC 16 North Fifth Avenue Wilmington, NC 28401 #6585 8/27,9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION PENDER COUNTY 13SP338 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY LEE DAVID ENNIS AND DIANE V. ENNIS DATED DECEMBER 1, 2000 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 1643 AT PAGE 268 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 12:00PM on September 26, 2014 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Pender County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Located in Caswell Township, Pender County, North Carolina adjacent to and South of the graded centerline of Secondary Road No. 1126 and being more fully described as follows, to wit: BEGINNING at a point in the graded centerline of Secondary Road No. 1126, said point being located at a point that is the following courses and distances from the intersection of the graded centerline of Secondary Road No. 1126 with the paved centerline of Secondary Road No. 1125: North 22 Degrees 46 Minutes 17 Seconds West 438.70 feet; North 36 Degrees 56 Minutes 29 Seconds West 144.48 feet; North 50 Degrees 33 Minutes 35 Seconds West 251.94 feet; North 55 Degrees 44 Minutes 50 Seconds West 195.28 feet and North 49 Degrees 46 Minutes 35 Seconds West 60.77 feet to the BEGINNING; and running thence, from the BEGINNING, so located. (1) South 38 Degrees 57 Minutes 52 Seconds West 169.13 feet to a point in line; thence, (2) North 57 Degrees 52 Minutes 50 Seconds West 170.03 feet (passing over an inline iron pipe at 40.23 feet) to an iron pipe in line; thence, (3) North 38 Degrees 27 Minutes 52 Seconds East 213.75 feet (passing over an inline iron pipe at 183.51 feet) to a point in the centerline of Secondary Road No. 1126; thence, (4) with the centerline of Secondary Road No. 1126 South 40 Degrees 51 Minutes 50 Seconds East 132.29 feet to a subsurface iron pipe in line; thence, (5) continuing with the centerline of Secondary Road No. 1126 as it curves to the left a chord course and distance of South 49 Degrees 46 Minutes 35 Seconds East 40.00 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 0.777

acres more or less after the exclusion of that portion of Secondary Road No. 1126 (60 foot right-of-way) contained within the above described boundaries. The above described Tract being all of Lot No. 2 and a 40 foot wide strip of the Northwestern most portion of Lot No. 3 of the Doctor Simpson Place-Section No. 2 duly recorded in Map Book 27, at Page 140 of the Pender County Registry. Togetherwith improvements located thereon; said property being located at 2554 Rooks Road, Atkinson, North Carolina. And Being more commonly known as: 2554 Rooks Rd, Atkinson, NC 28421 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Lee David Ennis and Diane V. Ennis. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale. Any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a timely manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the outcome of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Substitute Trustee or the attorney of any of the foregoing. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Possession of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or after October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. The date of this Notice is August 26, 2014. Grady I. Ingle or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 10130 Perimeter Parkway, Suite 400 Charlotte, NC 28216 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ 13-052302 Client Code: CWF #6597 9/11, 9/18/14 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Amelia Earhart English, late of 1830 Willard Road, Willard, Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned at Post Office Box 625, 107 East Fremont Street, Burgaw, N.C. 28425 on or before the 24th day of December, 2014 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 25th day of August, 2014. Sally E. Berry, Administrator of the Estate of Amelia Earhart English R. Kent Harrell, Attorney at Law PO Box 625, Burgaw, N.C. 28425 #6596 9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/14 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 14 SP 136 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Eric Andrew Minter and Jennifer Minter to Lender’s Service, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 7th day of February, 2005, and recorded in Book 2587, Page 155, in Pender County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location

designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on September 23, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in Union Township, Pender County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: The parcel of land located in the Union Township, Pender County, North Carolina, described as: Beginning at a PK nail, in the centerline of U.S. Hwy #117, which is located N 41° 31’ 10” W 412.10 feet from North Carolina Grid System Station “Shack” (NAD 1983 NC Grid Coordinates North 331,221.286 and East 2,322,638.638), running thence from the Beginning N 39° 14’ 49” W 109.96 feet to a PK nail in the centerline of U.S. Hwy 117, thence N 62° 02’ 11” E 400 feet to an iron pipe, thence S 39° 14’ 43” E 109.98 feet to an iron pipe, and thence S 62° 02’ 21” W 400 feet to the Beginning. BEING the same property conveyed to Eric Andrew Minter by deed recorded 05/07/99 in Book 1468, Page 148. Commonly known as: 7512 HIGHWAY 117 NORTH, WATHA, NC 28471 Parcel# 3323-21-5649-0000 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE BY: Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 12497 Charlotte, NC 28220 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1137309 (FC.CH) #6607 9/11, 9/18/14

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-527 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. JANET ANN GUENTHER FOX, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: Unknown Spouse/Successor in Interest to Janet Ann Guenther Fox Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as Lot 45A Sycamore Farms, Phase II MB29/P64, Parcel ID Number 324729-8220-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 20, 2014. This date: September 3, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6594 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

14 SP 128 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 Brandon J. Lee to PRLAP, INC., Trustee(s), which was dated January 12, 2007 and recorded on January 16, 2007 in Book 3142 at Page 344, 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 September 23, 2014 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Being all of Lot 13 of Wood Cliff Estates as shown on a map recorded in Map Book 23 Page 113 of the Pender County Registry, reference to which map is hereby made for a more complete and accurate description. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 115 Hunter Court, Rocky Point, NC 28457. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTYFIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Brandon Joel Lee. 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.: 12-07545-FC02 #6606 9/11, 9/18/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION PLAINTIFF Craven Chavis 115 Kellie Street Currie, NC 28435 VS. DEFENDANT Angela H. Chavis 144 Sidney Lane Currie, NC 28435 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION To: Angela H. Chavis 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 October 23, 2014, and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. This the 11th day of September, 2014. Craven Chavis 115 Kellie Street Currie, NC 28435 #6605 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/14

14-SP-169 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Patricia Georgette Nichols, dated August 15, 2005 and recorded on August 24, 2005 in Book No. 2756 at Page 230 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina on September 23, 2014 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Hampstead, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 208 Forest Edge Rd, Hampstead, NC 28443. Tax Parcel ID: 4216-94-8283-0000 Present Record Owners: Patricia Georgette Nichols. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effec-

tive on May 20, 2009. This the 12th day of August, 2014. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)744-4444, 113470-01537 P1109457 #6603 9/11, 9/18/14 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-524 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. JANET ANN GUENTHER FOX, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: Unknown Spouse/Successor in Interest to Janet Ann Guenther Fox Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as Lot 45 Sycamore Farms, Phase II MB25/ P111, Parcel ID Number 3247-378780-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 20, 2014. This date: September 3, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6593 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 14-CVS-524 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v. JANET ANN GUENTHER FOX, owner et. al. Defendant(s). TO: Janet Ann Guenther Fox Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-titled action. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: foreclosure sale to satisfy unpaid property taxes on your interest in the property described as Lot 45 Sycamore Farms, Phase II MB25/ P111, Parcel ID Number 3247-378780-0000 more fully described in the complaint. Plaintiff seeks to extinguish any and all claim or interest that you may have in the property. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than October 20, 2014. This date: September 3, 2014 PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #6592 9/4, 9/11, 9/18/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #:13-CVS-860 NOTICE OF SALE PENDER COUNTY et. al., Plaintiff(s), v. AURTHER HOLMES, owner, et. al., Defendant(s). In accordance with an Order entered in Pender County v. AURTHER HOLMES, owner, et. al., 13CVS-860, (Pender County, North Carolina), the undersigned shall offer for sale to the highest bidder at the western door of the Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw, North Carolina at 12:00 Noon, 09/19/2014, that property located in Burgaw Township, Pender County, North Carolina, described as: Being all of Lot #16 of the BorykPecora Subdivision as the same is shown on a map recorded in Map Book 6 at Page 46 of the Pender County Registry. Reference to which is made for a more accurate and complete description. (PID: 3237-23-0468-0000) This sale shall be for cash and a deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid shall be required of the highest bidder at the sale. This sale shall be subject to any encumbrances which have priority over the tax liens of Pender County and all outstanding city and county taxes and improvement assessments not included in the above order. Posted: August 5, 2014 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., Commissioner #6567 9/4, 9/11/14

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #:13-CVS-859 NOTICE OF SALE PENDER COUNTY et. al., Plaintiff(s), v. ADDIE LOU LUTHER (A.K.A. ADDIE SHIVER LUTHER), owner, et. al., Defendant(s). In accordance with an Order entered in Pender County v. ADDIE LOU LUTHER (A.K.A. ADDIE SHIVER LUTHER), owner, et. al., 13-CVS-859, (Pender County, North Carolina), the undersigned shall offer for sale to the highest bidder at the western door of the Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw, North Carolina at 12:00 Noon, 09/19/2014, that property located in Burgaw Township, Pender County, North Carolina, described as: Lot 20 in Block C of View Point as listed in the name of Addie E. McKoy by Eula Shiver, agent, in the office of the Pender County Auditor. (PID: 3229-00-5992-0000) This sale shall be for cash and a deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid shall be required of the highest bidder at the sale. This sale shall be subject to any encumbrances which have priority over the tax liens of Pender County and all outstanding city and county taxes and improvement assessments not included in the above order. Posted: August 5, 2014 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., Commissioner #6566 9/4, 9/11/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #:13-CVS-866 NOTICE OF SALE PENDER COUNTY et. al., Plaintiff(s), v. ADDIE SHIVER LUTHER, owner, et. al., Defendant(s). In accordance with an Order entered in Pender County v. ADDIE SHIVER LUTHER, owner, et. al., 13-CVS-866, (Pender County, North Carolina), the undersigned shall offer for sale to the highest bidder at the western door of the Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw, North Carolina at 12:00 Noon, 09/19/2014, that property located in Burgaw Township, Pender County, North Carolina, described as: TRACT No. 1: BEGINNING at a pipe which is located on the North edge of Kelly Creek, said iron pipe being located South 9 degrees 30 minutes East 1,716.0 feet from a concrete monument which is located in the Western line of Riegel Paper Corporation’s H.W. Williams Wooten tract as shown on a map as recorded in Map Book #7 page #45, said concrete monument also being the South Eastern corner of the L.R. George tract as shown on a map as recorded in Map Book #8 page #79, thence from the above described point of beginning North 9 degrees 30 minutes West 663.3 feet to a concrete monument, a corner of Riegel Paper Corporation, thence with Riegel’s line North 82 degrees 45 minutes East 520 feet to a stake, thence South 5 degrees 30 minutes East 891 feet crossing Kelly Creek to a stake, thence South 54 degrees 30 minutes West 1452 feet to a stake near the ruins of an old house, thence South 21 degrees 30 minutes West 1174 feet to a stake, thence North 64 degrees 30 minutes West 990 feet to a stake on the South edge of Kelly Creek, thence with the run of Kelly Creek to the point of beginning, Containing 44 acres, more or less. The same being the identical tract of land as described in a deed of trust recorded in Book 72 at page 114 of the Pender County Registry, and designated therein as Tract No. 1, as surveyed by G.B. Williams, Registered Land Surveyor, in November 1968. TRACT No. 2: BEGINNING at an iron pipe which is located on the North side of Kelly Creek, said iron pipe being corner #5 as shown on a map of Riegel Paper Corporation’s H.W. Williams – Wells tract as recorded in Map Book #6 page #100, thence from the above described point of beginning, North 00 degrees 15 minutes East 1,209.8 feet with Riegel’s line to a pipe, thence with another of Riegel’s lines North 22 degrees 15 minutes East 1,287.00 feet to a concrete monument, Riegel’s corner in the L.R. George’s line of his tract of land of which a map is recorded in Map Book #8 at page $79, thence with L.R. George’s line South 88 degrees 45 minutes East 291.0 feet to a concrete monument in the Western line of Riegel paper Corporation’s H.W. Williams (Wooten) tract as recorded in Map Book #7 page #45, thence with Riegel line South9 degrees 30 minutes East 1,052.70 feet toa concrete monument, Riegel’s corner, thence continuing the same course South 9 degrees 30 seconds East 663.3 feet to a pipe wihcih is located on the Nroth edge of Kelly Creek, thence with the run of the Creek to the point of beginning. Containing 39.5 acres more or less. The same being the identical tract of land as described in a deed of trust recorded in Book 72 at page 414 of the Pender County

Registry, and designated therein as Tract No, 2 as surveyed by G.B. Williams, Registered Land Surveyor, in November 1968. (PID: 3216-13-9559-0000) This sale shall be for cash and a deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid shall be required of the highest bidder at the sale. This sale shall be subject to any encumbrances which have priority over the tax liens of Pender County and all outstanding city and county taxes and improvement assessments not included in the above order. Posted: August 5, 2014 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., Commissioner #6568 9/4, 9/11/14

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #:13-CVS-1046 NOTICE OF SALE PENDER COUNTY et. al., Plaintiff(s), v. THE PINES DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC., owner, et. al., Defendant(s). In accordance with an Order entered in Pender County v. THE PINES DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC., owner, et. al., 13-CVS-1046, (Pender County, North Carolina), the undersigned shall offer for sale to the highest bidder at the western door of the Pender County Courthouse in Burgaw, North Carolina at 12:00 Noon, 09/19/2014, that property located in Burgaw Township, Pender County, North Carolina, described as: Lots #88, Lot 7A, and Lot 7 as found in a Plat entitled __ recorded in Book 32 at page 70 of the Pender County Registry. (PID: 3223-32-2362-0000; 322332-8319-0000; 3223-33-3790-0000) This sale shall be for cash and a deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid shall be required of the highest bidder at the sale. This sale shall be subject to any encumbrances which have priority over the tax liens of Pender County and all outstanding city and county taxes and improvement assessments not included in the above order. Posted: August 5, 2014 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., Commissioner #6569 9/4, 9/11/14

NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY ALEXANDER MOORE (unmarried), Recorded in Book 3645, Page 75, Pender County Registry IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 14-SP-152 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED: The Deed of Trust being foreclosed is that Deed of Trust executed by ALEXANDER MOORE (unmarried) to Jay B. Green, Trustee, dated June 19, 2009 and recorded in Book 3645, Page 75 in the Pender County Registry of North Carolina. RECORD OWNERS OF THE REAL PROPERTY: The record owner of the subject real property as reflected on the records of the Pender County Register of Deeds not more than 10 days prior to the posting of this Notice is Alexander Moore. DATE, TIME AND PLACE OF SALE: The sale will be held on September 16, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the door of the Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD: The following real property to be sold “sight unseen” together with any improvements is located in Pender County, North Carolina and is believed to have the address of 15951 US Hwy 421, Burgaw, NC 28425 and is otherwise more particularly described as follows: See “Exhibit A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Because the legal description is too voluminous to publish in the newspaper, reference is made to the subject legal description recorded as part of the subject Deed of Trust as described in the case caption of this proceeding. Included is a 2009 Clayton Designer manufactured home bearing serial no. OHC019610NC-AB. TERMS OF SALE: Pursuant to the provisions of N.C.G.S. §45-21.10(b) and the terms of the Deed of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to deposit with the Trustee or Clerk of Superior Court immediately upon the conclusion of the sale a cash deposit to be determined by the greater of 5% of the bid or $750.00. Unless the Substitute Trustee agrees otherwise, the successful bidder will be required to tender the “full purchase price” so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Trustee tenders to him a Deed to the property or attempts to tender such Deed, and should the successful bidder fail to pay the full amount, then the successful bidder shall remain liable as provided for in N.C.G.S. §45-21.30. By submitting your bid, you agree that the “full

purchase price” shall be defined as the amount of bid plus the Trustee’s commission as defined in the subject Deed of Trust plus the costs of the action, unless the Trustee agrees otherwise. For example, if the amount of bid is $20,000.00 and the trustee’s commission is defined in the subject Deed of Trust as 5% of the gross proceeds of the sale, then the “full purchase price” shall equal $21,000.00 plus the costs of the action. A tender of Deed shall be defined as a letter from the Trustee to the successful bidder offering to record the Deed upon receipt of full purchase price as described herein and listed in said letter. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason such as a bankruptcy filing, the sole remedy of the successful bidder is the return of the deposit. As to any manufactured home, the following shall apply: Any not considered real property is being foreclosed pursuant to N.C.G.S. §25-9-604, if necessary; there is no warranty that any is actually located on the subject tract; and there is no warranty given by the Substitute Trustee as to whether said home is real property or personal property. The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, assessments, restrictions and easements of record, if any. ADDITIONAL NOTICE: Take notice that 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. Take further notice that 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. This the 21st day of July, 2014. THE GREEN LAW FIRM, P.C. Jay B. Green Attorneys for Deidre D. DeFlorentis, Substitute Trustee 908 E. Edenton Street Raleigh, North Carolina 27601 Telephone: 919-829-0797 #6578 9/4, 9/11/14

13-SP-381 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Marilyn J. Bannerman, dated April 16, 2009 and recorded on April 22, 2009 in Book No. 3611 at Page 210 and re-recorded on May 12, 2009 in Book No. 3622 at Page 176 and re-recorded on June 3, 2010 in Book No. 3779 at Page 48 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina on September 16, 2014 at 1:00 PM that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Burgaw, County of Pender, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Address of property: 2624 Stag Park Road, Burgaw, NC 28425. Tax Parcel ID: 3239-93-2586-0000 Present Record Owners: Douglas Scot Bannerman. The terms of the sale are that the real property hereinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. The successful bidder shall be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee’s Deed, any Land Transfer Tax and costs of recording the Trustee’s Deed. The real property hereinabove described is being offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS” and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If for any reason the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property or the sale is set aside, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Furthermore, if the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee, in its sole discretion, if it believes the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. In either event the purchaser will have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee’s attorney or the Trustee. Additional Notice Where the Real Property is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after

October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a bona fide lease or tenancy may have additional rights pursuant to Title VII of 5.896 - Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act which became effective on May 20, 2009. Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC, Substitute Trustee (803)744-4444, 020267-00181 P1108154 #6584 9/4, 9/11/14

AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 13 SP 339 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Harvey Benjamin Horrell and Melissa Horrell, husband and wife to David A. Harris, Trustee(s), dated the 21st day of October, 2009, and recorded in Book 3697, Page 167, in Pender County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Pender County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door in the City of Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, or the customary location designated for foreclosure sales, at 2:00 PM on September 23, 2014 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being all of Lot No. 13 as shown on a map of the N.W. Barnes and wife, Marcie K. Barnes Subdivision located int he Town of Burgaw, Pender County, North Carolina, which map was prepared by William B. Blanchard and dated May 1954, and recorded in Map Book 5, at Page 22 of the Pender County Registry. Together with improvements thereon said property located at 605 E. Wilmington Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 Parcel# 3229-53-3965-0000 Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §4521.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the excise tax, as well as the court costs of Forty-Five Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS, WHERE IS.” Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws. A cash deposit or cashier’s check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days’ written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED

WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankruptcy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPTCY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY REQUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE BY: Attorney at Law Hutchens Law Firm Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 https://sales.hutchenslawfirm.com Case No: 1120606 (FC.CH) #6582 9/11, 9/18/14

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN PASQUOTANK COUNTY “IN RE DOE” T O : Potential Fathers Name: Rob Towner. TAKE NOTICE that the undersigned has filed with the Clerk of Court of Pasquotank County, North Carolina, a Petition for the Adoption of the female minor child, baby Bartel, born on October 18, 1998 at Cape Fear Hospital. Potential date of conception was January 5, 1998 at 303 Sand Dollar Ln., Hampstead, NC 28443. Rob Towner was the name I believe he was called. He was approximately 30-35 years old, caucasian and had salt & pepper colored hair. You are further notified that, pursuant to NCGS 48-1-106, a decree of adoption will sever the parent-child relationship between you and the minor child. You must file a response to the petition within 30 days of the day this notice was served on you in order to participate in and receive further notices in the proceeding. To file a response, you must file it with the Clerk of Superior Court of Pasquotank County at P.O. Box 449, Elizabeth City, NC 27907. This is the 5th day of September, 2014. Joseph H. Forbes, Jr., Attorney for Petitioner; 307 E. Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909; Ph: (252) 335-5568. #6612 9/11, 9/18, 9/25/14

14 SP 161 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 Jessica D. Johnson, Mack D. Ward, Shawn D. Johnson and Cynthia Ward to Lawrence S. Boehling, Trustee(s), which was dated October 31, 2007 and recorded on November 1, 2007 in Book 3348 at Page 190, 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 September 23, 2014 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: Lot 66, Section 2, Creekwalk as shown on plat recorded in Map Book Cabinet 31, Page 140, Pender County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Said property is commonly known as 161 Bellhammon Forest Drive, Rocky Point, NC 28457. THIRD PARTY PURCHASERS MUST PAY THE EXCISE TAX, AND THE COURT COSTS OF FORTYFIVE CENTS (45¢) PER ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PURSUANT TO NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.” There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Shawn D. Johnson and wife, Jessica D. Johnson and Mack D. Ward and wife, Cynthia Ward. 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.: 14-09136-FC01 #6599 9/11, 9/18/14

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September 11, 2014

Section C

Living

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{Art in Action}

The Rural Academy Theater By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Contributing Writer

The Rural Academy Theater, a unique horse-drawn theater from Burgaw, is preparing to hit the trail and head west. The group is, as described on its website, a collaboration of individuals, two-legged and four creating theater for primarily rural audiences in response to the g rowing urbanization of our culture, economy, food, education, media and art. The group of eight plans to spend the next week practicing before they set out towards western North Carolina on Sept. 19. They will return in time for a performance in Burgaw Oct. 21, and another at Cameron Art Museum in Wilmington Oct. 23. This will be the theater’s third year on the road. The sons of a Pender High School drama teacher, Gabriel and Noah Harrell were raised with theater and the arts. After reading about a traveling library in Colombia consisting of a bookcase on the back of a mule, they were inspired by the idea. The fusion of their love of theater with the inspiration of the traveling library resulted in their concept of a horse-pulled theater. Their goal is to bring live performances to small towns, which they say largely get ignored by live theater and touring artists. While most artists bounce from one big city to another – playing to primarily afflu-

ent audiences, the Harrell brothers seek out the commonly overlooked rural places. “Being from a small town, we wanted to celebrate small towns by making theater small town and taking it to small towns,” said Gabriel. “Our motivation is to slow down, meet people and interact with them. Art and theater is the glue t h at h o l d s it together.” T r ave l ing at three m i l e s - p e rhour is much different from the fastpaced travel we are all accustomed to, and forces the performers to slow down. As a result, the amount of noticeable detail and the level of interaction with people they meet

along the way are g reatly magnified. The presence of the horses is often an icebreaker to passers-by, and some who attend their performances have never seen live theater before. Generally live theater draws a young er c rowd , bu t the brothers said that when older people see them traveling the way they travel, t h e y h ave an instant connection with them. S t r iv ing to make their shows as low-tech as possible, they utilize shadow puppetry and toy theater. A seven to eight-piece orchestra plays an eclectic mix of music while silent films are projected on the side of the wagon. Performers interact with the

audience, and there is a nostalgic element to their shows – although the themes are often contemporary ones. The brothers see the trip as a moment to unplug. “ I t ’s j u s t wh at yo u s e e – n o t a flashy theater of illusion,” said Noah. Tours are booked in advance, and they perform at a variety of places including colleges, arts councils, farms and music festivals. Their shows last about 90 minutes. With this being their third year, people are recognizing them and returning to their events. The group consists of Gabriel, Noah, and an array of their colleagues from all over the world, including performers from Scotland, Mexico, England, Boston and Canada. They are planning a full array of new material for their fall performances. Attendees are invited to bring a blanket to sit on, a coat to wrap up in, and cash for the show. Most shows suggest a $10 - $20 donation for adults and $5 - $10 for kids. The Rural Academy Theater also recommends bringing a friend to share in your delight, a sense of wonder, good boots and a flashlight to find your way back to your car, bike or horse. They say if you want to go the extra mile and make a puppeteer’s day, check out the wish list on their website. You can find it at www.ruralacademytheater.com.

Education

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

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The Safety Patrol at the Burgaw Elementary School helps each day to raise and lower the flag, and they monitor the hallways and hold doors open for students. They are proud to be helpers at the school. The Safety Patrol members are Abilgail T., Shanecia W., Gerardo T., Abigail C,. Alyssa E., Diamond A.,Joseph P., Cody C., Abrahm D., Jannoris P., Haley S., Kalice and Noel. G.

Bus safety for the new school year It’s back to school time for nearly 1.5 million students across the state Monday, which means North Carolina’s roads will be jam-packed with cars, buses and pedestrians. As we prepare for the new school year, the N.C. Department of Transportation urges students and motorists to stay alert and exercise caution on the road, especially around crosswalks, school buses and bus stops. Each year in North Carolina, more than 2,000 pedestrians are injured and 160 are killed in collisions with vehicles. In the last two school years, five students have been killed either crossing the road to or from a bus or while standing at a bus stop. “ Keeping our students safe is a priority and these tragic accidents can be avoided if we all practice simple safety measures, “said NCDOT Secretary Tony Tata. “We urge students to be careful when crossing the street and drivers to do their part by keeping a close eye on students who are getting on or off school buses, as well as students and teachers who are walking to and from school.” NCDOT offers students a few basic rules of safety as they head back to school:   • Cross in the crosswalk.  • Look for cars in all directions – including those turning left or right – before crossing the street; never assume a driver will stop.  • Be careful when crossing multiple lanes of traffic. Make sure each lane of traffic is clear before you cross.  • Pay attention to where you’re walking and take the focus off your cell phone or other electronic device. A moment of distraction could have

disastrous consequences.  • Be predictable to drivers and follow the rules of the road – obey signs and signals.  • Cross the street where you have the best view of traffic.   • Always walk on the sidewalk; if there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic and as far from the road as you can. NCDOT reminds motorists of these basic driving tips for the new school year: •Always stop for a stopped school bus. If the lights are flashing and the stop sign is out, you must stop, including in the following situations: • If you are traveling a two-lane road, all traffic in both directions must stop.  • If you are traveling a two-lane road with a center turn lane, all traffic from both directions must stop.   • If you are traveling a fourlane road without a median separation, all traffic from both directions must stop.  • If you are traveling a divided highway of four lanes or more with a median separation, only traffic following the bus must stop.  • If you are traveling a road with four or more lanes with a

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We’re going to need a bigger wall, and we’re going to have to reinforce it. Our Director Jean Beasley was honored as the “2013 Conservationist of the Year” at the 51st Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards gala in Cary Sept. 6.. Conceived in 1958 by the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and approved by the Governor of North Carolina, this annual program honors individuals, gover nmental bodies, associations and others “who have exhibited an unwavering commitment to conservation in North Carolina.” The list of winners and the diversity of their causes is impressive – wildlife habitat experts, game management and hunting organizations, educators, scientists and even a very committed and wellspoken Youth Conservationist of the Year. Jean has always said that children are the future of our sea turtles, and after hearing this young lady speak we have all come to believe that that is indeed the case. Fanning a small fire at an early age leads to a passion burning bright for many years. The North Carolina Wildlife Federation “hopes to inspire all North Carolinians to take a more active role in wildlife conservation, habitat protection and connecting people to nature.” About 30 of our hospital volunteers, all fluffed and buffed and smelling a lot better than we usually do made the trip to support Jean and her undying commitment to our sea turtles. We all stood and cheered as she made her way to the stage to accept her award. After a short acceptance speech she ended with the words of advice she gives to every turtle as it is released. “Whatever happens next just keep swimming.” We keep swimming through challenges every day at our hospital, and under the direction of our fearless leader we always triumph. She hands us our water wings when it looks like we might flounder. Congratulations and flipper hugs to Jean on yet another well-deserved honor.

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Turtle hospital director Jean Beasley with the Conservationist of the Year award. Fall tour schedule begins Be ginning the week of Sept. 8 we will move to our fall tour schedule. Through the end of the year we will be open only on Thursdays and Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. General admission is $5. Seniors and military admission is $4 and children’s admission is $3. We are located at 302 Tortuga Lane, (Mainland) Surf City. Take the turn from Rts. 50/210 onto Charlie Medlin Drive (Shipwreck Point Mini Golf is your landmark for this road.) Follow the road onto the gravel section and through the round-about. We are the only building on Tortuga. Google Maps or any sort of GPS system will not show our location as Tortuga Lane is still too new to be in the data bases. And a word of advice: if you park on the side of the road beware of the drop-off into the ditches, and that sand is softer than it looks. Last releases of the year By the time you read this we will have released the last of our lucky parolees for 2014 - that’s it for this year. This month the water begins its slow cool-down, and before it does we want our guys and gals to be able to build some strength and bulk up on food for the long winter ahead. The next column will have details

on this release. Hatchlings rule We’ve officially ended the nesting season here on Topsail so now it’s all about hatchlings. Hatches will continue through October, but honestly, we can’t tell you where or when a nest will hatch. We just don’t know. If you see our volunteers sitting near a marked nest any time after dusk it’s possible that those critters are ready to make their appearance and start their long journey in the sea, where they’ll spend the rest of their lives. We continue to rely heavily on our locals and visitors to report any sighting of nesting turtles, hatching nests and any turtles in distress. Please report all local sea turtle activity to our director of beach operations Terry Meyer at 910-470-2880. If unable to reach her you may also contact our director Jean Beasley at 910-470-2800. The state also has a hotline for strandings (injured or sick turtles) at 252-241-7367 and the call will be picked up 24/7. Questions, comments, suggestions Please direct any questions, comments or suggestions regarding this column to me at flippers@att.net. To be added to the newsletter list e-mail me at the same address.

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Rice recipes to celebrate the Rice Festival

Hope’s Cooking Corner

By Hope Cusick Special to the Post & Voice The North Carolina Rice Festival will be held at the Brunswick Riverwalk in Belville Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.. There will be a rice cooking contest, arts and crafts, commercial vendors, children’s entertainment zone, a youth art contest, live entertainment, and an adult beverage tent. For more information call #910-795-0292. It is interesting to note that one of the Carolina rices comes from Carolina Plantation Rice, the only colonial plantation in the Carolinas to grow rice for commercial sale – Plumfield Plantation on the Great Pee Dee River. This special grain has an aroma and taste that won’t be found in any normal grocery store variety. Once you’ve tasted it, you’ll never go back to your current brand. Carolina Plantation reintroduced aromatic rice to South Carolina in 1996. With rice once again in the fields, Plumfield Plantation proudly serves a truly distinctive taste of the 18th century southern rice plantations. In 1997, Campbell Coxe planted 20 acres on his family farm near Darlington, South Carolina. Campbell grows the Della variety. “People who buy our product like its aromatic appeal and its taste, “ he saids.

His rice rates highest on the aromatic scale. He says this is probably because of the rich soil, climate, water, and northern latitude where he grows Carolina Plantation Rice. The rice may be ordered from Carolina Plantation Rice, P.O. Box 505 Darlington, South Carolina 29532, or call toll free: (877) 742-3496, or call direct: (843) 395-8058. Here are some rice recipes that you might like to try. Enjoy.  Rice with toasted pecans and raisins 1 cup Carolina Plantation white rice 2 cups water 1 tablespoon butter 1/3 cup dark raisins 1/3 cup chopped toasted pecans ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon Heavy cream or whipped cream In a saucepan add rice, water, and butter. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked or absorbs all the water. Fold in raisins, mixing to distribute evenly. Toss in toasted, chopped pecans and mix in evenly. Sprinkle with cinnamon and stir in. Serve hot or cold. Top with some cold heavy cream or whipped cream. Rice and sweet Italian sausage stuffed peppers 1 pound sweet Italian sausage meat, without casings 1 cup uncooked Carolina Plantation white rice 2 cups water 4 large Bell peppers (one of each: red, yellow, orange, and green) 1 large egg, room temperature, beaten 1 m e d i u m sw e e t o n i o n , chopped ¼ cup ketchup 1 tablespoon dried parsley

flakes 2 teaspoons dried sweet basil, crushed 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 15-ounce can chopped tomatoes, reserving two tablespoons juice Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In saucepan add rice and water, stir, cover, bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for about 18-20 minutes. In a skillet sauté sausage meat until brown. Remove and put into a bowl. Add chopped onion to skillet with drippings, sauté until tender about 7-9 minutes. Add to sausage meat in bowl. In the bowl stir in egg, chopped onion, basil, parsley, garlic powder, and stir to mix thoroughly. Fold in cooked rice. Slice peppers in half top to bottom, seed and remove ribs. Arrange pepper halves in a baking dish ( 10 x 13-inches) with the hollowed sides facing upward. Slice just a small sliver, about ¼ inch, off the back of the pepper so it will lay flat in the dish. Evenly stuff bell peppers with rice and sausage mixture. Pour a can of chopped tomatoes over stuffed peppers along with juice. Bake for 40-45 minutes in a 350-degree oven or until peppers are tender. Red beans and rice ½ half pound dry red beans 1 smoked ham hock ½ pound smoked Kielbasa, cut into ¼-inch slices 2 cups chicken broth Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1 small sweet onion, diced 1 stalk celery 1-2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Place ham hock in a large saucepan or Dutch oven with two cups of water. Boil over medium heat until ham hock is tender.

Wash the red beans, place in a saucepan and cover with chicken broth. Add seasonings salt and pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce, stir. Add red beans and chicken broth to ham hock and liquid. Simmer until beans start to get tender about 20-30 minutes. Add Kielbasa pieces, onion, and celery. Cook until beans are tender and juices are boiled down. Rice 2 cups water 1 cup Carolina rice In a saucepan bring to a boil water and rice, stir, lower heat, cover, and simmer until rice is done about 18-20 minutes. Mix rice and red bean mixture together. Serve with coleslaw and corn bread. Shrimp and rice salad with peas 1 cup uncooked Carolina rice, cooked in chicken broth ¼ cup white vinegar ¼ cup canola oil 1 teaspoon dried dill weed Pinch of salt and fresh ground black pepper 1 small sweet onion, finely chopped ½ pound, medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, flash cooked 1 cup frozen peas, thawed ½ orange bell pepper, seeded with ribs removed, cut into small pieces Lemon wedges Cook rice according to package directions. Set aside. In a jar with a tight lid, combine vinegar, oil, dill weed, salt and pepper. Shake well. Spoon two tablespoons of dressing over hot rice and toss gently. Cover and refrigerate one hour or until chilled. In a bowl combine rice, onion, and cooked shrimp. Add remainder of dressing and stir lightly. Add thawed peas. And serve with lemon wedges to squeeze over salad.

Community News & Events Pender County Open Golf tourney Sept. 20 Olde Point Golf and Country Club will host the inaugural Pender County Open Golf Tournament on Sept. 20. The event is open to all legal residents from Pender, Onslow or New Hanover counties. You must have a GHIN handicap, or a verifiable handicap from another recognized handicapping service. USGA rules will govern play. The Pender County Champion title will be awarded to the player with the lowest gross score in three divisions: Men, Women, Senior (65 or older). Low net prizes in each division will also be awarded. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the NC Spot Festival for distribution to Hampstead area schools and the volunteer fire department. Applications are available in the Olde Point Golf Pro Shop, 513 Country Club Dr.,

Hampstead. For more information go to www.oldepointgolf.com or call the Pro Shop at 910-270-2403. Rocky Point Parade information The annual Rocky Point Harvest Festival parade is Oct. 11. Vendors, entertainment, cars for the car show, civic and other groups are encouraged to participate. For more information and applications, contact Patricia McIntyre Corbett at 910.675.2609. 9-11 Memorial Sept. 11 A 9-11 memorial service will be held Sept. 11 at Heritage Place, Pender Adult Services, 901 S. Walker Street in Burgaw, at 11 a.m. to remember the thirteenth anniversary of the attack on America. Colonel Sean Salene from New River Air Station, will be the guest speaker. The service will reflect on the events of that day and the importance of staying vigilant every day. He will talk about the military

and their efforts to protect our homeland. Recognition will be given to local first responders. The program is sponsored by Pender Adult Services, Pender County Department of Social Services, and Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). DAR meeting Sept. 18 Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its meeting Sept. 18 at the Pender County Public Library on Cowen Street in Burgaw. Any woman 18 or older who feels they may have an ancestor involved in the American Revolution (not a loyalist) may be eligible for membership in the DAR. This meeting will a tea for prospective members. It begins at 6:30 p.m. Past Chapter Regent, Sally Spainhour will deliver the program What is D.A.R.?

Come and learn about the many activities of the DAR including genealogy, historic education and preservation, involvement with veterans, education of today’s youth and our stress on patriotic values. RSVP pamabear@me.com or 910-259-6696. Burgaw Lions calendars Members of the Burgaw Lions Club will take orders for the community birthday calendars from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 13 at Pender Memorial Park in Burgaw. The 2015 calendars, which make great Christmas gifts, are $5 each. Money from this fundraiser is used to pay for eye exams and glasses for the needy in western Pender County. Just add family and friends birthdays and anniversaries as an easy way to remember them. Also, club members will accept used eye glasses, hearing aids and cell phones to be recycled.

Thursday, September 11 •The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. •The Cape Fear Woodcarvers Club will meet at 9 a.m. at Poplar Grove Plantation in Scotts Hill. For more information, go to www.capefearcarvers.org. •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from noon-1 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. •Pender County Museum is open to the public for free (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com. Friday September 12 •Atkinson Baptist Church, Hwy. 53 in Atkinson, has a free bread giveaway Fridays from 4-5 p.m. All types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger buns. •Pender County Museum open 1-4 p.m. •The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets for breakfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday. Wednesday September 17 •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr. Call 328.4887 for more information •Pender County Farmer’s Market at Poplar Grove Plantation opens at 8 a.m. Thursday, September 18 •The Kiwanis Club of Hampstead will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. •The Cape Fear Woodcarvers Club will meet at 9 a.m. at Poplar Grove Plantation in Scotts Hill. For more information, go to www.capefearcarvers.org. •Alcoholics Anonymous will meet from noon-1 p.m. at the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. •Pender County Museum is open to the public for free (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com. •The Village of St. Helena council meets Sept. 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the town hall. Friday September 19 •Atkinson Baptist Church, Hwy. 53 in Atkinson, has a free bread giveaway Fridays from 4-5 p.m. All types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger buns. •Pender County Museum open 1-4 p.m. •The Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets for breakfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday. Friday October 3. •The Topsail Friends of the Library - Hampstead Branch extends a special invitation to the general membership to attend the Oct. 3 meeting to vote on proposed amendment changes to our nonprofit corporation’s by-laws. The determination of the membership vote will be submitted to the N.C. Department of the Secretary of State. Tuesday October 14 • The Marine Corps League, Hampstead Detachment 1321, meets at the Topsail Senior Center, 20959 U.S. Highway 17N, Hampstead the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The Detachment is always looking for new members to help in continuing the mission.

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Jimmy Smith, Director of Economic and Community Development at Four County EMC was the guest speaker at the Burgaw Rotary Club Meeting. Pictured with Smith is Rotary member Bill Marshburn.

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