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New county budget may include school security improvements

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Editor With the 2018-19 Pender County budget promising to feature a big increase for county schools, commissioners are working to improve school security with more School Resource Officers.

The opening this fall of the new Surf City Middle

and Elementary School will necessitate an increase in county school funding. New staff, and operating costs for the new school will push the county school budget upward. Costs will increase with the addition of the new Penderlea School, also opening this fall.

Commissioner David Williams says Pender Schools

need SROs at every school, not just the middle and high schools. Currently, county high and middle schools have full-time SROs, but the elementary schools share officers. “The Surf City Police Department is going to provide an SRO at the new school there, and we welcome that. I think we need to step up and

add more School Resource Officers like we did a few years ago,� Williams said. “And the Sheriff can make good use of the officers when the schools are not in session.�

Williams says the county should fund the SROs directly though the Sheriff ’s Department budget, and not through the school budget. “We should do this like we

did last time we added SROs by giving the money directly to the Sheriff ’s Office. We could go through the school to make it look as if we were raising the school’s budget a lot, but we don’t need to be playing games like that,� said Williams.

Williams says the Board of Commissioners is receptive to the budget increase for

SROs, and there will be no tax increase to cover it.

Currently Cape Fear Middle School and Elementary School share an SRO on the same campus, as does the Penderlea School, which is a K-8. Burgaw Elementary, Rocky Point Elementary, and Malpass Corner Elementa-

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CFCC schedules construction training From Staff Reports Cape Fear Community College and the WilmingtonCape Fear Home Builders Association (WCFHBA) today announced the launch of a partnership and initiative that aims to mitigate labor shortages within the construction industry in Pender and New Hanover counties.

This summer CFCC will offer Construction Institutes, intensive two-week training programs aimed at helping satisfy local construction work-

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The event is coming just in time to find that special Mother’s Day gift. Featured vendors will be on site offering a wide variety of handmade items to include jewelry, wooden crafts and hand painted items. Among the commer-

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Similar to last year, a People’s Choice Award will be presented at the event. Participants can purchase taste tickets to sample the different contestants barbecue and vote for the one you like the best.

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Growing up on the farm

Remembering Admah Lanier

By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer “I had the best childhood growing up, raised on a farm with the two parents I had,” began Dean Lanier, as he reflected on memories shared with his father, Admah Lanier, Jr., who recently passed away at the age of 91.

Lanier was the oldest of eight children, and he was married to the love of his life, Maebell, for 72 years. It has often been said the greatest loves of his life were God, Maebell and his family. By all accounts he served as an example that we can all strive for, and he lived his life doing what he loved with those he loved.

Dean Lanier remembers spending time with his father on the farm where he grew up in Scotts Hill, in the area now known as Oakvale. It was back in the days before the family began to farm the land where he currently resides at Old River Farms in Burgaw.

Saddened by the loss of his father, Dean finds comfort in his awareness of the long, full life his dad lived. He is also keenly aware of the vision his father had for the farm and for the community where he lived.

“He had a lot of foresight.

He knew way back what he had planned to do with the farm there in Scotts Hill where I grew up, and he knew it was to be developed. In the early to mid ‘70s he started looking for land elsewhere to move our

Admah and Maebell Lanier farming operation. He and my mother purchased this farm (now Old River Far ms) in 1973. We started to move our farming operation here as he started to develop the land in Scotts Hill.,” said Lanier.

Admah and Maebell Lanier were deeply involved in helping the community over the years. They were instrumental in starting the Matthew 25 Center, an organization in Burgaw that helps families across the state who are visiting inmates from a distance. They were also charter members of Scotts Hill Baptist Church.

“My goodness, he was involved in so much. He loved to

travel. His postal job afforded he and my mother to do a lot of traveling because he was involved in the Rural Mail Carriers Association. He served as national president once or twice and state president several times. They traveled across the country going to conventions. He was doing that and he was also farming at the time. That’s where he and I spent most of our time together, working on the farm,” said Lanier.

Admah Lanier retired after 30 years with the United States Postal Service as a rural carrier in the Wilmington area.

He farmed and developed real

estate in both Pender and New Hanover counties. He was proud to serve his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He also became licensed to preach in 1961 and was an active member of the Wilmington Baptist Association.

“He had his hands in a lot of things: traveling, mail carrying, farming, real estate developing, and naturally his church work always came first. I had the best childhood growing up. Looking back on it, I wouldn’t change it for anything. He knew a lot of people, and he was well-respected by everyone that knew him. We could write a book about the man,” said Lanier.

Admah Lanier instilled his values into the lives of his children and grandchildren.

“In his 91 years here on Earth, the impact he has had on not only his family but so many others is incredible,” said grandson Admah Lanier.

“The three things he loved the most were God, his family and Grandma, and he was very quick to tell you about all three. I owe an incredible amount to him and I wouldn’t be able to have or live the life I live if it weren’t for him.

Who would’ve thought a poor tobacco and peanut farmer would’ve been able to accomplish so much and be able to provide for multiple generations. Heaven has gained a good one.”

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By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine will feature its Live on the Loop, A Summer Music Series beginning May 3 from

6 until 9 p.m. The event will be held weekly each Thursday night through Sept. 6. The outdoor occasion will offer both covered and open areas which include their steamer bar. All the necessities will be

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provided in-house. No outside chairs, food, alcohol, beverages or coolers are permitted.

Stephanie Bradshaw, Operations Manager and co-owner of Marsh Creek at Scotts Hill Marina and The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine along with her husband, said that being a locally owned and operated business has given them flexibility when it comes to customer suggestions and feedback. Many of the improvements made during their off-season downtime are the direct result of their relationships with customers and of their flexibility.

“Last year we offered a few performances on Thursday nights throughout the summer with great local bands.

We received enormous feedback from our customer base asking for it to be weekly, and with a large variety of sounds.

At the end of the season our marketing manager, Charlotte Kornegay, posted on our Facebook page asking what our customers would like to hear. Charlotte took the most requested duo and trio bands ! reaching out. and started From there, all the pieces fell into play. Live on the Loop, A Music Series, was born,” said Bradshaw.

Bradshaw said that no mat! ter how much growth occurs or how many new faces join the area, they want to make sure they remain true to the roots and foundation of where it all began. For her! family and especially her husband, !

Jeb and his family, The Bradshaws, those roots are essential. The marina started in 1986 off Scotts Hill Loop Road.

This was also the inspiration for their hash tags #LOOPBOUND and #FreshOffTheLoop.

“We have a fenced in patio style area where beer on ice will be located, offering great promos on beers. A full bar and a great menu are available, and adjacent to this space is our steamer bar. This space will also house our promotion trailer.

With a nautical feel, the trailer offers music (when live entertainment is not available) and fun lighting. Custom apparel designed by CSI Promotions will also be available for purchase. In this immediate area, you will also find jumbo Jinga, corn hole, seating with a stunning view and more,”

said Bradshaw.

The marina has remained private since 1986. Throughout the years, however, the Bradshaw family has always made it accessible to the general public and surrounding families. The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine is an amenity of Marsh Creek at Scotts Hill Marina.

Although the wording can be tricky, the Bradshaws believe that it is very important to remain true to those details.

The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine is the only amenity available to the general public outside of their wet and dry slip annual contract programs.

It is a membership-based establishment, with members paying one dollar per calendar year. Membership does not gain you access to the boat ramp, and they do not offer a program that does.

“This membership gains you access to The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine for dining and entertainment. You may arrive by car or boat as we offer designated wet slip docking for temporary use for our dining members. Those areas come with community bumpers and dock lines for your convenience. Just follow the signage as not all wetslips are for this use. We also have deckhands who wear a uniform that consist of a bright orange shirt for easy visibility to assist on our docks. We are conveniently located in southeastern Pender County directly on the beautiful ICW between Wrightsville Beach and Topsail Island,” said Bradshaw.

The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine is managed by Shannon Pitts, who has been a main contributor to The Sailfish style and menu from its conception. Known as a talented chef, Pitts utilizes fresh local seafood and ingredients for the menu he has created.

With a stunning view, excellent and friendly staff combined with their delicious food, The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine is sure to offer a one of a kind experience.

For more infor mation about The Sailfish at Marsh Creek Marine, Marsh Creek at Scotts Hill Marina or about the summer concert series, contact Stephanie Bradshaw at (910) 270-4410 or visit MarshCreekMarine.com or www.

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Notes from the Field

Wildflowers and alligators

Bill Messer Once again, as it should be, the season marches on in a timely manner.

And once again, I spend most of my free time exploring Holly Shelter, the 80,000+ acre Wildlife Management Area that includes Holly Shelter, Bear Garden and Angola Bay. The hunting seasons determine when the access gates open and close.

The gates open for the spring turkey hunt and when the spring turkey season ends, the gates close until autumn.

It has been another spectacular year. The initial outings begin with the search for a flash of blue/purple that is the distinct color of Iris verna, the tiny native woods iris, only a couple of inches tall, reaching for full height of maybe 3-4 inches.

I must have have nearly a hundred pictures a year of nearly identical iris vernas for the last 10-12 years and added another hundred for this year.

I do the same with the pitcher plants. The first ones to appear are the green/yellow pitcher flowers, looking ever so much like something from an alien world, followed by the purple pitcher flowers, and finally, the most spectacular, the copper pitcher, thought to be a hybrid green/ purple, with colors of yellow, red and orange, sepals forming an umbrella above, with startling long petals streaming down. Pitcher plants grow in tall hooded trumpet shapes, or low open tubes with a less developed open hood. Both are lined with guide hairs pointing down, easing an insect in, but prohibiting easy exit. The structures are filled with enzyme laced fluids that dissolve the insects that fall in.

Along with the bloom of iris verna and emergence of the pitcher plants come the families of more carnivorous plants.

Venus’ flytraps are findable all year long, small in winter and growing larger in spring. The central stem pushes high from the center to carry the small white flowers up to open. Flytraps come in a variety of colors, from pale greenish/pinkish to deep crimson red. I wrote once about finding such a large population of the plants, that if a small child fell over and the plants all snapped shut, the child could be trapped. An exaggeration, for sure, but sometimes there

are so many plants you have to be careful where you step.

Of course, if you carefully step around the flytraps, you’re likely to flatten populations of butterworts and sundews.

Butterworts look like bright neon green stars, with curled upturned edges along the sides of the triangular shaped leaves. The leaves’ surface is waxy sticky, and a bug walking across the surface eventually gets stuck, then dissolved by the enzymes in the leaf. They push up purple, blue, white or yellow flowers, and with the flowers in bloom, you can really appreciate how dense is the growth.

Sundews grow as flat rosettes with spoon-shaped leaves covered in hairy projections that catch a drop of moisture or dew, and tiny insects are attracted to the sweet sticky ‘dewdrop’ and get stuck, and dissolved. The taller version of the plant looks like a pincushion, growing tall and spindly, with the same paddle shaped leaves covered in the same sticky dewdrop terminal hairs.

The last of the meat-eaters is the bladderwort, easily found as a small yellow flower topping a spindly stalk, held afloat on the water surface by a floating starshaped structure with roots that suspend an open capsule with the lid open, waiting for some unsuspecting micro-critter to swim by, the capsule expands, sucks in the prey and the lid clamps shut.

Some ‘rafts’ of the plants have purple flowers.

Not all of the carnivores are plants.

The other sign of spring’s advancement toward summer is the appearance of alligators. The warm sun provides warmth to basking alligators which have spent the winter months in cold mud and water.

Drive slowly and quietly along Lodge Road near the waterfowl impoundment – most people call it the duckpond – with the windows down and listen. You’ll hear crickets and frogs and birds, and then you might hear a different sound, imagine a large cricket, a grunting chirping noise that identifies baby alligators. They will be hanging out on the margins of the canal across the road from the impoundment, and I gotta’ say it, they’re cute, like kittens and puppies, playing grownup as they tussle with one another.

Do be careful though, the mother alligator is probably not to far away.

I told a friend about seeing the mother and baby alligators last year, and told him where they were.

He frequently rides his

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A life worth living He did not die a warrior’s death like he wanted.

Every man hopes for what the song calls a life worth living, and a death worth dying for. Morbid, perhaps, but it’s true, whether or not we like to admit it.

Tom Weaver was my father; I was a late-in-life child, born when he hit the half-century mark. He’d lived an entire life before I was born, even before meeting and marrying my mother.

He met and knew Confederate veterans who were friends of his grandfathers.

He was cared for by a woman who had been born a slave, whose family refused to leave his even when they were freed. He ate sandwiches with Charles Lindbergh, drove across the country with an uncle looking for work during the Depression, spending a night or two under the stars in hobo camps. He nearly lost a foot to an infected wound on that trip, but a stranger physically carried him into a doctor’s office in a remote town in Arizona.

He played saxophone in a band that was often paid in tips and bootleg liquor, just before and after Prohibition. He came home to Virginia and the

family hardware business, was rejected for service in World War II due to his feet, and checked off loads of building materials being delivered to the site of the Pentagon.

He didn’t really know his father, who was run over by a trolley car in Washington City after surviving the last and worst months of America’s participation in World War I. Papa quit drinking in 1940, after alcohol helped kill the uncles who tried to fill his father’s shoes.

He played baseball; rather, he lived, ate, breathed and slept baseball. The Old Man coached and managedsemi-pro teams that fed players to the old Washington Senators, among others.

On a grainy wartime news-

reel, one of those Senators shakes Papa’s hand as the ballplayer leaves for the Army. It’s funny, but even though he was not yet 30 in

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Helpful items for aging golfers Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend any products that can help older golfers? I love to play golf, but at age 74, I have hip and back problems that make bending over to tee up or pick up the ball difficult. And I have arthritis in my thumbs that makes griping the club a problem.

Ailing Eddy Dear Eddy, There are actually a wide variety of nifty golf accessories and adaptive equipment that can help older golfers who struggle with injuries, arthritis or loss of mobility.

Here are several products for different needs.

Bending substitutes The game of golf requires a lot of repetitive bending and stooping that comes with teeing up the ball, repairing divots, marking the ball on the green, retrieving a ball or tee on the ground, along with picking up a club, sand rake or flag stick off the ground.

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NorthcroftGolf.com and UprightGolf.com also offer a variety of stoop-proof ball pickup accessories, divot repair and magnetic ball marker products ranging

between $5 and $12.

Or, if you just want a great all-around golf picker-upper, consider the Graball GrabAll Jaw – sold through Amazon. com for $10 for a package of two. It attaches to the handle end of your putter and chipper and is designed to pick up golf balls, flagsticks, putters and green side chippers.

Gripping aids To help alleviate your golf club gripping problem, there are specially designed golf gloves and grips that can make a big difference.

The best gloves are the Bionic Golf Gloves (BionicGloves.com) that have extra padding in the palm and finger joints to improve grip.

And the Power Glove (PowerGlove.com) that has a small strap attached to the glove that loops around the club grip to secure it in your hand.

These run between $20 and $30.

Another option is to get oversized grips installed on your clubs. This can make gripping the club easier and more comfortable, and are also very good at absorbing shock. Oversized grips are usually either one-sixteenthinch or one-eighth-inch larger in diameter than a standard grip, and cost around $10 per grip. You can find these grips and have them installed at your local golf store or pro shop.

Or, for a grip-and-glove combination fix, consider the Quantum Grip (QuantumGrip.com) that incorporates

Velcro material recessed in the golf club grip and a companion golf glove that has mating Velcro material in the palm. Cost: $20 per grip, plus $35 per glove.

Vision helper If vision problems make finding the ball difficult, Chromax golf balls (ChromaxGolf.com) can make a big difference. These are reflective colored golf balls that make them appear larger and brighter. Cost: $10.50 for a three-pack.

Ergonomic carts There are also ergonomically designed golf carts that can help you transport your golf clubs around the course.

If you like to walk, the Sun Mountain Sports Micro-Cart, V1 Sport Cart or Reflex Cart are great options. These are three and four-wheeled, lightweight push carts that that fold into a compact size for easy transport. Available at SunMountain.com for $200, $210 and $230.

Or, for severe mobility loss, the SoloRider specialized electric golf cart (SoloRider.com) provides the ability to play from a seated or standing-but-supported position. Retailing for $9,450, plus a $550 shipping fee, this cart is lightweight and precisely balanced so it can be driven on tee boxes and greens without causing any damage. Federal ADA laws require that all publically owned golf courses allow them.

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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The best piece of advice that I might offer newlyweds is to never delay the honeymoon. After 25 years of marriage, my honeymoon was still in the planning stages.

Daniel, however, had ventured with friends to many surf spots around the globe including Ecuador, Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador and Costa Rica.

My fear of flying, sadly, kept me home. On several occasions, Daniel asked me to accompany his group on their surf trips, but the pictures that I’d been seeing over the years left me second guessing this idea.

So, with the approach of our twenty-fifth wedding anniversary, Daniel forced my hand and placed me in charge of lining up our belated honeymoon. After all, I’d milked all the guilt that I could for missing out on this rite of passage and, with Daniel’s definitive offer, had no one to blame but myself if another year passed without celebrating our nuptials.

Unfortunately, planning and decision-making are not my fortes. After all, there were thousands of possibilities and I’d have to research every single one to make a justifiable decision.

I narrowed my search to destinations closest to the equator with the fewest outbreaks of endemic diseases.

Then, I considered regions where organ harvesting was frowned upon and eliminated locales with active drug cartels and those popular among human traffickers. Daniel wasn’t worried about the possibility of a kidnapping, as he was quite certain I’d be promptly returned. And, although I’m quite proud of them, Daniel insisted that my organs were probably low on the totem pole in terms of their health and vitality. What would happen if I became an unsuspecting drug mule and was jailed in a third world prison? After wiping the smile from his reflective face, Daniel offered that at least his flight home would be peaceful and promised annual visits to my cell.

After a month of consideration and nightly games of eeny-meeny-miney-moe, I decided that the Dominican Republic would be a perfect honeymoon destination. The Dominican Republic is part of a Caribbean island shared with Haiti to the west and was spared from the ravages of Hurricane Maria. I immediately fell in love with Melia Caribe Tropical, an all-inclusive resort nestled on the shores of Bavaro Beach.

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Ten years and counting

Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher and Editor This week’s edition marks 10 years as editor of this newspaper. That is 520 editions I have edited. It was The Pender Post when I took over as editor in May 2008.

Even though it has been The Post & Voice since 2012, I have to say it’s still The Pender Post in my heart.

I began work with The Post in August, 2006 covering high school sports, mainly Topsail and Trask. I didn’t have any newspaper experience, but I had worked in broadcasting as a young man and could write a news story and shoot pictures, so Publisher Cindy Ramsey hired me part-time.

A couple of months later, The Post was sold to Les High, who is a member of the family that owns The News Reporter in Whiteville, and part of The State Port Pilot in Southport. Les, being a newspaper man from way back, brought a new sense

Weaver Continued from page 3A those few frames, you can recognize Tom Weaver.

It was baseball that led to my father’s accidental discovery of the trade for which he was intended.

Papa had a hardware store in a tiny Virginia crossroads; the store shared an old railroad depot with a small newspaper, and had room left over for Papa’s office as the Justice of the Peace as well. He was on the volunteer fire department, too. It was that kind of town.

Anyway, he agreed to provide the scores and stats for the fellow who ran the paper.

In time Papa began providing coverage of some of the games, as well as bits and pieces of political events, fires, meetings, and all the news that makes up life in a rural community.

Then one day the owner of the paper (a good hardware customer) came to Papa and asked for help.

The editor had quit without notice, and would Tom consider helping out the paper out just this once? Since he was always willing to help someone, Papa agreed. One week spread to two or three, then to a year, and then a decade later Tom Weaver was the editor for several small weeklies owned by the former hardware customer.

Just over a decade after helping out that one time, Papa hired a stubborn, proud, pretty woman with four children who needed a better job than working at the grocery store. A couple years later, they were married, and produced me.

From the time before I was born, Tom Weaver was identified as a newspaperman. He was much more, however. He enjoyed fishing, more from the philosophical side than the actual catch-

of professionalism and style to The Post. I became sports editor and jumped in with both feet, learning as I went along.

In late April 2008, the editor’s job was vacant and Les talked with me about the position. We both knew I didn’t have that kind of experience, but he trusted me and I knew I could do it – but honestly, I wasn’t expecting that steep of a learning curve.

It was more like a learning cliff.

Those first several months were quite difficult to say the least. After 10 years, I look back on those months and wonder what was so difficult about it. But it was sink or swim, and I was fighting to swim. Deadlines were more like guidelines as I struggled to get the paper to press on time. I’m grateful to Les for his patience as I learned the ropes.

The Post staff did a great job in helping me get over that hump. Les loaned us Jefferson Weaver to work in Burgaw for a couple of days a week from The News Reporter. Jeff had been writing a column for us for a while, and now came to Burgaw several days a week to help. Jeff is a lifetime newspaper man and his help and experience was invaluable to me during that time. And he is a good friend.

Gradually things smoothed out and I realized I wasn’t going to die from the stress of

being editor.

In 2009, my life changed again. I became single, moved to Burgaw at which time The Post became my life.

Not having much of anything else to occupy my time, I spent it on the newspaper, covering anything I could find, shooting photos and going to sporting events. I also took on more responsibility as our business manager retired and I began looking after the business, as well as the editor’s duties.

Les had a lot of confidence in me and allowed me to run the paper with very little oversight, and I responded by taking care of The Post as if it were my own.

In April, 2012, Les purchased The Topsail Voice and merged the two papers into one. Later in September 2012, he purchased The Pender Chronicle and retired the paper. After that, The Post & Voice became the only locally published newspaper in Pender County.

My wife Katie and I purchased The Post & Voice from Les in September 2013 and we have published the paper since then. Katie worked with The Post since 1999 as graphic designer and before that, she worked at The News Reporter. Her knowledge of this business and advertising is critical to our success. I would fall flat without her – in business and most of all, in life.

During the past 10 years, we said goodbye to three longtime employees ­– Dora Corbett, N.H. Carter, and most recently, Edith Batson.

Technology has prompted changes in the way we do things. But we still strive to be the best community newspaper we can be.

Since I became editor in 2008, there have been a lot of changes in my personal life. In addition to growing 10 years older, I’ve lost both of my parents and become a grandfather for the third time. It is quite a challenge to start over in life at age 50.

The Eagles song Take it to the Limit has a couple of lines that always hit home to me when I hear that tune.

You know I’ve always been a dreamer, Spent my life runnin’ ‘round, And it’s so hard to change, Can’t seem to settle down…

That is me. Honestly, I’ve never done anything for this long in the same place in my life. Now, I have put down roots here, married a Pender County girl, and expect I’ll be here for the rest of my time in this world.

Thanks for reading our newspaper and please, continue. I love my beautiful wife, my family, Pender County, and our independent, family-owned community newspaper.

It is still very much my life.

ing. He loved history, having lived so much of it, and never missed a chance to share that love. He knew two U.S. Presidents, as well as a handful of those who wanted the job. He knew governors and senators and congressmen, some of whom asked his advice, some of whom called him friend, one of whom wept when he got the word that Papa had died. He knew governors well enough to call them by their first names, and he seemed to know everyone who ever served in the General Assembly.

He had a love and incredible knowledge of the Constitution and the law, as well as those charged with enforcing the law.

He loved animals, especially hounds, and wrote numerous, powerful letters imploring lawmakers for better rules against animal cruelty. He didn’t hunt, but he encouraged my love of hunting and trapping, and expected me to be a good steward. He didn’t shoot very often, but he felt the Second Amendment was the reason we still have the First Amendment.

He loved music, mainly big band and Dixieland jazz, and had a clear, deep, barely tenor voice that could croon a ‘30s ballad or ring out with anything from the old Broadman Hymnal. The old No. 41, To God Be The Glory, was his favorite.

My father was a Christian, quiet and steadfast in his faith, but well aware that no one is perfect. He worried about his faith being seen as a show, especially since he sometimes failed, as all Christians do. I was amazed, after his death, at the folks who told me how he had made a difference in their lives, talking about drinking problems or failing marriages or just life, whether tucked away in his office or on the wide front porch he loved so

much.

I learned to dress from my father. It’s natural I guess, since as children we want to emulate our heroes, but much of that antiquated haute couture carried over long past childhood. I wanted to wear a fedora like he usually did in the cooler weather, and a snapbrim or Panama from Easter through September. He surprised me by telling the man at the men’s store to let me try on a snapbrim similar to his. I wore it proudly; that pride shows through in the picture of us from my tenth summer.

My Sunday suits were similar to those he wore every day. He preferred burgundy ties, and I prefer black, but I still tie the knot as he taught me, every morning. And it’s inconceivable to leave the house or the office without wearing a hat.

I am no mirror of my father, but he wouldn’t want it that way. Tom Weaver never, by choice, went more than a day without shaving, or beyond two weeks without a trip to the barbershop. I usually wear boots instead of mirror-polished wingtips, and I am not averse to wearing jeans, what he called dungarees. But his hand is still there, reminding me to shoot my cuffs when I put on a jacket.

A very kind young lady told me one day a while back that she “liked my style.” I was a bit taken off guard, but I thanked her. Further conversation revealed that she was referring to my vest, coat, hat and tie.

I was flattered, but every day, I hope and pray that my style, such as it is, will be as much of a reflection of my father in every other way.

He may not have died a warrior’s death at his desk, bringing down a corrupt politician, saving unwanted hunting dogs, or preserving some forgotten chapter of

history; but as far as I am concerned, my father definitely had a life worth living.

But what else could one expect from a hero?

Jefferson Weaver is a columnist with the Post & Voice. You can contact him≠ at jeffersonweaver@nrcolumbus.com

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Pender beats Croatan in nine innings

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer After falling to WallaceRose Hill 7-2 early in the week behind a five-error performance by his defense, Pender High School baseball coach Jeff Lee could have folded his tent and given up.

However, the Patriots rebounded with a one-error performance in beating the Coastal 8 Conference’s first place team in the Croatan Cougars 5-4 in nine innings to give the Cougars their first conference loss of the year and boost the young Patriots confidence going into a very important final week of the regular season.

“Our guys really pulled together as a team to earn this awesome victory vs. a formidable opponent, Stated Lee. “Our players believed they

could win despite the disparity of our teams’ records, rankings and stats. They followed that belief with an outstanding effort to secure a huge win for our school.”

In the Wallace-Rose Hill contest the Patriot defense could be described as porous at best. The team made five errors and erased a good pitching performance by sophomore Daniel Parker in the process. Parker allowed six Bulldog hits and gave up only one earned run in going the distance. Wallace scored

six unearned runs in the contest.

Wallace used a combination of a freshman and a sophomore on the mound to limit the Pats to just four hits.

Josh Roberts and Josh Barnhill each had a hit with Barnhill driving in one teammate.

Next up was the Croatan game. The Pats brought their best game of the year to the ballpark on Friday night.

Pender trailed 3-2 after three innings of play before tying the score in the bottom of the sixth inning. Both teams scored in the seventh frame, sending the game into extra innings.

The score remained tied going into the ninth frame.

Croatan failed to score in the top half of the inning setting the stage for what could only be described as a one-man army in Pender senior Eston

Easterling.

The standout Patriot bunted his way onto first base, stole second base, stole third base and then came home on an errant throw to score the winning run in the bottom of the 9th inning to give the Patriots the win.

The Patriots are 7-12 overall and 7-4 in conference play.

They are in second place in the overall standings and first among the 1A teams in the league.

The Pats played at Southwest Onslow on Monday and was home verse Trask on Tuesday. They are at Lejeune on Thursday. By virtue of their win over Lejeune early in the year, the Patriots will earn the 1A playoff berth out of the Coastal 8 Conference regardless of the results of the game verse the Devil Pups Thursday.

Topsail sports roundup

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The end if the spring season is drawing near with the regular season for girls’ and boys’ lacrosse over, soccer ending week with home games against Ashley (Tuesday) and West Brunswick (Thursday) all that remains in that schedule, and boys’ tennis ending last week.

Only boys’ golf and track and field remain after Thursday unless one of the lacrosse teams, or the girls’ soccer squad, make it into the playoffs as wild-card selections. Several track & field performers have already qualified for the NCHSAA 3A regional competition, as has the boys’ golf team.

Track & field The Pirates did very well as the MidEastern 3A/4A Conference’s 3A teams got together at South Brunswick in Boiling Spring Lakes. The Lady Pirates amassed 106.5 points to run away from the competition with the host Lady Cougars (76.5) a distant second. Freshmen Isabella Bufalini and sophomore Madison Lofton led the way with school-record breaking performances. Bufalini ran a 2:26.9 to claim the school record in winning the 800-meter run, and the speedy Lofton ran a 26.5 winning – and establishing a new school record – in the 200-meter dash. Lofton was also first in the 100 (13.1).

Freshman Makayla Obremski won the 1,600 (5:36.5) with teammates Skylar Li-

Lady Pirate Stephanie Simmons bretto (6:12.2) and Madison Snyder (6:13.7) second and third. Topsail girls Bailey Wells, Sadie Boyle, Madison Snyder, and Leah Ward swept the first four spots in

the 3,200, and Amanda Parrish (1st; 54.6), Hannah Spillane, and Chavia London were the top three across the finish line in the 300-hurdles. Ava Dibiase was first in the shot put, Carmen Pyrtle was second in the long jump with a personal best (14-7), and the 4x100 relay team won with a personal-best time of 51.3.

The Topsail boys finished second (89), losing by four points to South Brunswick (93). Jonathan Ward, competing in the event for the first time all year, won the triple jump (40-4), Adam Hart won the shot put (50-1-1/2) and discus (56-9), Ryan Ording won the 100 (11.3), Bryce Dillon won the 800 (2:05.0) and Cameron Barras won the 200 (23.5). The boys’ 4x100 relay team of Ward, Ording, Barras, and Kelton Olson won in 44.4 – a new school record.

Next up in the conference championships at Hoggard on Thursday.

Girls’ lacrosse The Lady Pirates (9-6, 5-7) split their two games, also falling 6-4 to Laney on Tuesday. Hannah Jones had two scores and Kate Matuza and Lucy Nestor-Dowling each added a goal. Jane Hobbs had 13 saves in goals, Thursday the Topsail girls traveled to Cape Fear Academy and returned to Hampstead with a 16-4 victory. Delaney Popella was the primary catalyst with six goals while Hannah Jones and Sophie Minnick each had three scores. Matuza,

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Titans beat Southwest

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Two weeks into the 2018 high school baseball season the Heide Trask Titan varsity squad seemed to be on fire.

The team was 4-0 and had just beaten Southwest Onslow to open the Coastal 8 conference season 1-0. In their next game they fell to Pender. The rest of the season has been a roller coaster. Last week the ride continued with the Titans falling to first place Croatan 14-3 before beating Southwest Onslow 12-7 to complete a season sweep of the Stallions.

Staff Photo by Bobby Norris Croatan came into the conTitan hurler Chase McPherson test with a perfect 9-0 conference mark. They had beaten the Titans early in the year.

The Cougars held Trask to three hits in defeating the Rocky Point Titans 14-3.

Croatan broke open a one run game with four runs in

By Lee Wagner Lewis scratched out a bases- the second frame. They addPost & Voice Sports Writer loaded infield single to score ed nine runs in the third inteammate Sierra Simmons ning with the Titan coaching In sports it is often the with two outs, thus produc- staff making several pitching little things that make the dif- ing the winning run in the changes in an effort to stop ference between a win and a bottom of the seventh inning the Cougar charge. loss, and Tuesday, at Laney, as Laney beat Topsail 2-1 at Junior right hander Huntit was those little things that home Wednesday. er Cooper took the loss on the made a world of difference “You have to hit to win,” mound. He went 1.2 innings. in a one-run Topsail loss that Topsail Coach Eric Phillips The Titans used two other all but erased their chances said. “We had some oppor- pitchers in the five-inning of winning the Mid-Eastern tunities but we just didn’t game.

3A/4A Conference, and earn- do it. The umpire was good, ing the conference’s top 3A he had a nice strike zone for seed in the upcoming 3A state both teams, so I had no probplayoffs. lems with that. I though Addy So now it becomes time to (Howard) pitched a heck of a put what has passed behind game, and I thought our deyou, and concentrate on what fense played a heck of a game, lies ahead.

Lady Buccaneer Raven Continued on page 7A

Lady Pirates top North Brunswick, Whiteville

Pirates stay in the hunt for title

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In My Opinion The Pender High School baseball team has had its share of heartbreaking losses over the last few years both on the field and off.

This year in particular the team was bombarded with their new coach backing out at the last minute. Jeff Lee was slated to be an assistant and head up the junior varsity. The veteran coach graciously agreed to take both, and he hit the ground running.

I talked to Coach Lee for the first time at the Trask tournament at the beginning of the season. He gave me all of the usual stuff about where he had coached and such along with what he expected of this years team.

I wrote it down then put my note pad up and chatted with him a few minutes. I recall coming away from that conversation with a good impression of Coach Lee. Just how that would translate onto the baseball field would be another subject.

Pender lost their first six games of the year including their first conference game verse Croatan by the score of 10-0. In game number seven the Pats played a pretty good Trask team off to a good start. The Pats won that game and has been a different team ever since.

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer

Pender is 7-5 since that 0-6 start and jut won perhaps their biggest game of the year last Friday when they beat first place Croatan. The Pats are in second place in the Coastal 8 Conference and they are the top 1A team according to the standings. Not to shabby after an 0-6 start.

If you were to talk to Coach Lee, he would probably tell you that it is all about the players. While there is much truth to that, I believe that Coach Lee is a very big part of the Patriots resurgence on the baseball diamond.

Pender may fall flat on their faces this week. I don’t think they will, but it is possible. Either way I believe they have the right guy for the job. Of course, this is just my opinion.

Kickers Corner

By Bobby Norris & Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writers The Heide Trask Titans and Pender patriot soccer teams have struggled against the Onslow and Carteret County teams this year. Last week the Trask Lady Titan kickers earned a big 3-2 win over Southwest Onslow.

Trask (8-9/48) was at Pender on Tuesday and at Richlands on Thursday.

Early in the week the Lady Titans lost at Croatan. Leanna Pfeiffer had 15 saves in the loss.

The Pender Lady Patriots have had the same results against the Onslow County teams. First year Coach Matt Davis says his team is still competing and will not quit.

“These girls still come out and work hard in practice and in games. We know the Onslow County teams were tough coming in.”

Pender lost to Croatan 9-0

last week in their only action of the week. The Patriots were at Southwest Onslow on Monday, hosted Trask on Tuesday and was at Lejeune on Thursday.

In their only match of the week, Topsail (2-15-0, 1-11-0) fell 9-0 at home to Laney. Briana Vreuls had 18 saves in the loss.

The Lady Pirates had two games left entering the week, at home Tuesday against Ashley (14-2-1, 9-2-1) and home on Senior Night against West Brunswick (4-11-1, 1-10-0).

The Topsail girls have lost 11 matches in a row, getting outscored 93-8 in those defeats.

Chase McPherson led the Titans at the plate with two hits while Ricky Dees had a hit and a run batted in.

Next up was a home affair with Southwest Onslow.

The Titans were looking for a sweep after beating the Stallions at their place. It was mission accomplished as the Titans fell behind early before rallying for a 12-7 win.

A three run second inning gave the Titans the lead. They added two in the third.

Trask was up 8-6 in the bottom of the sixth when they stole home. That opened up the flood gates with the Titans scoring five runs to pull away.

Hunter Cooper earned the win in relief of Chase McPherson.

The Titans enter the last week of the season at 11-8 overall and 5-7 in conference play. The Titans was at Pender on Tuesday and at Richlands on Thursday. Coach Ronnie Pruitt feels like two wins will earn his team a playoff berth.

“If we win both games this week we’ll be 13-8 overall and 7-7 in conference play. I feel like that will be enough, but Staff photo by Bobby Norris we have to win both games or Last week the Trask Lady Titan kickers earned a big 3-2 we probably won’t make it.”

win over Southwest Onslow.

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail baseball team knew what was at stake when they took the field this past week for Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference games with

Laney and North Brunswick – a team that had beaten them 2-1 in early March. If there was any chance of catching league-leading Ashley (18-3, 11-1) or current runner-up New Hanover (16-2, 10-2), the Pirates knew they had to take

care of business or the rod in the playoffs would be just that – on the road.

Not only did they take care of business, they did it in style by gaining their re-

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Pender beats Croatan, falls to first place East Carteret

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender Lady Patriot softball team played well in their loss at east Carteret just a week earlier than when they hosted the first place and once beaten Lady Mariners. Pender coach Corrina Reece said that the Mariners were the best team that her team ha faced all year. When the Lady Mariners showed up at Pender last week the bats showed up with them. East Carteret hit four homeruns in the first inning and had six on the afternoon as they over-

whelmed the Pats 21-2.

“They have my vote as the best 1A team in the state, “said Reece. “If there is a better team in the state someone needs to show me. They have it all. They hit the ball well and have defense and pitching.”

East Carteret batted around in the first frame.

They scored 12 runs with four of the hits clearing the outfield fence. Pender’s freshman pitcher Haley Schaeffer could only watch as everything she threw up there was hit hard.

Reece went to her ace in

sophomore Lauren Gammons in the third frame. The right hander is working her way back from a sore wrist. She slowed the Mariners down but they eventually caught up with her.

Next up was a home game with Croatan. The Lady Patriots found themselves down 5-3 in the bottom of the seventh frame with two outs. The Pats scored two runs and had the bases loaded. Sophomore Octoveona Brown stepped to the plate. The left fielder has struggled at the plate, so Reece gave her the bunt sign with a 3-2 count. She laid the

perfect bunt down to score the winning run.

“Their coach told me that I should win coach of the year for that call,” said Reece. “I told him it was out of necessity.”

Lauren Gammons led the Patriots with a double and a single with Brown driving in the winning run.

Pender (10-10/6-5) hosted Southwest Onslow on Monday and Trask on Tuesday.

They went to Lejeune on Thursday. The Patriots currently own the top 1A spot out of the conference.

Post & Voice Top Performers

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer With one week left to go in the regular season the area teams are scrambling to make the post season. last week the Topsail Pirates won two of three with a tough loss to Laney. In the win over Whiteville, freshman Sydney Hartgrove was 2-3 with a dinger and a double bagger.

Taneshia Williams was 3-4 with two ribbeys, two runs scored and two stolen bases.

Addy Howard earned the win in the circle with a seveninning effort that included holding the Wolfpack to four hits.

In the Pirates win over North Brunswick, Aneshia

Lady Pirates Continued from page 6A but we just didn’t hit and that’s what we’re known for.

“The overall difference in the game was they kept getting their lead runner on in an inning and we did not. If we get the lead runner on we can play some small ball, and that’s what they did, they’d get a walk and they made it count. That was the biggest difference. You don’t win many ball games scoring one run.”

Laney scored both of their runs by getting that crucial leadoff runner on base. Sarah Manis singled to lead off the fifth inning and scored the tying run on a sacrifice fly. In the seventh, Simmons walked on a 3-2 pitch, and moved to second on a sacrifice bunt by Manis, who moved up to second – after the second out was recoded – on an intentional walk to Laney’s top hitter, Tristen Horrell.

That strategy, which worked in the second inning, was thwarted when Howard hit Alleigh Clayton with the

Topsail Continued from page 6A venge over North Brunswick with a mercy-rule, six-inning win over the Scorpions along with a hard-fought win over the Buccaneers.

Foy exhibits grace under fire for Lady Titans

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Two years ago, the Heide Trask softball team graduated what may be the best senior class of female athletes to ever attend the Rocky Point School. The bulk of those athletes were softball players.

Those players led the school to the best four-year record of the sport in school history. When they left there was one starter remaining.

Brittney Foy knew that the team would be in a rebuilding mode, yet the strong and silent young lady stayed the course and tried her best to will the team to wins, despite the fact that they were severely undermanned.

This year has not been kind to the Trask softball team or their lone senior. Despite this, Miss Foy shows up and plays her heart out on each and every game day.

Brittney Foy has been the picture of Grace under fire for the Trask Titan softball team.

Jordan had a hit, a run scored and a ribbey. Maggie Smith had a hit and a ribbey while Shayne Collins earned the win in the circle.

The Pender Patriot softball team earned a come from behind win over Croatan. Sophomore Octoveona Brown had a bunt single with the bases loaded to win the game. Lauren Gammons had a double and a single in the win.

The Trask softball team fell to Southwest Onslow last week marking the last home game for senior Brittney Foy. The Pender baseball team beat Croatan in nine innings last week. The heroics of Eston Easterling sealed the win. The senior standout bunted his way onto first base,

Chase Norris took over for his brother Tyler Norris on the mound to earn the extrainning win.

The Trask baseball team beat Southwest Onslow last week. Hunter Cooper earned the win in relief of Chase McPherson while Ricky Dees had a good day at the dish.

The Topsail ladies track team won a meet that involved all the 3A teams in the conference. Freshman Makayla Obremski won the 1,600 with

teammates Skylar Libretto and Madison Snyder finishing second and third. Topsail girls Bailey Wells, Sadie Boyle, Madison Snyder, and Leah Ward swept the first four spots in the 3,200.

On the boys side Adam Hart won the shot put and the discus throw.

The Topsail girls lacrosse team traveled to Cape Fear Academy and returned to Hampstead with a 16-4 victory. Delaney Popella led the team with six goals while Hannah Jones and Sophie Minnick each had three scores.

This week’s top performer is Trask senior Brittney Foy. The senior has held it together.

first pitch, advancing Manis to third and Lil Russell to second. Lewis hit a pitch to the right of Topsail second baseman Lauren Strnad, who made a nice backhand grab of the ball. Russell hustled into second and Lewis beat the throw to first to end the game.

Topsail (15-5, 9-3) took a 1-0 lead in the first on a one-out walk to Tanesha Williams an infield hit by Sydney Hartgrove, another infield hit by Maggie Smith, and a ground out by Strnad. A walk to Darbie Lisk (16) reloaded the bases but a groundout ended the threat. Topsail had four hits, struck out five times, and left six runners on base.

Thursday brought Whiteville (16-3) to Hampstead and the Lady Pirates sent them back with a 9-4 defeat. Sydney Hartgrove was the hitting star in this one with a 2-for-3 effort that included a home run to left for Topsail’s first run, a double in the fourth inning, and a walk in Topsail’s seven-run sixth inning that overcame a 4-2 deficit.

The Lady Pirates sent 12 batters to the plate – accu-

mulating seven hits in the frame after being limited to four hits through the first five frames.

Hartgrove’s walk started the inning and Julia Sullivan followed with a double. Christine McLean reached on a bunt single, loading the bases, Tyesha Williams doubled home two runs to tie the game, Nee Nee Jordan reached base on an infield hit, Tanesha Williams singled for a 6-4 lead, Darbie Lisk reached on an outfield error (two runs scored), and Maggie Smith singled for run No. 7.

“It seems like, for us, hitting really does become contagious,” said Hartgrove, who indicated she homered on inside pitch that she thought had jammed her. “Once one player gets a hit we keep going and we go, we go, we go.

Alyssa Randall) did a good job on the mound to keep us in position to win. She battle through some tough situations and came through on the good side, and our defense had her back.”

Randall went 5-2/3 innings, giving up four hits and four runs (two earned). Shayne Collins took over and earned

the win with 1-2/3 innings of two-hit pitching. Tanesha Williams was 3-for-4 with two RBIs, and two stolen bases.

Friday Topsail struggle but still defeated North Brunswick, 4-3. The Lady Scorpions took a 1-0 lead in the third inning ion a pair of singles, a passed ball, and a double, but Topsail answered right back.

Jordan singled with two outs, stole second and third, and scored on a throwing error.

The Lady Pirates took a 4-1 lead in the fifth with Mclean starting things with a single.

Tyesha Williams reached on a fielders’ choice with (courtesy runner) Gabby Taron getting to second.

Jordan sacrificed, moving the Topsail runners up a base before Tanesha Williams singled to score Taron and Smith tripled to plate both Williams ‘sisters. North fought back to within 4-3 in the seventh but Shayne Collins came on in relief of starter Howard to end the threat.

The regular season ended this week as Topsail was home for Senior Night Tuesday against Ashley and on the road Thursday at first-place West Brunswick (19-1, 11-1).

Miles Cota went four innings, giving up four hits and no runs while fanning five, and helped his own cause with a double and three RBIs as Topsail quickly sent North Brunswick a message there would be no victory going back to Leland with a 10-0

home win that sets up a very important final week.

The Pirates (15-5, 9-3) made their presence known early with three unearned runs in the first inning and there more in the second before adding two runs in the fifth and sixth. Shane Nolan reached

base on an error to start the bottom of the first, went to second on a walk to Petey Frey, and moved to third on a botched fielders’ choice of the bat of Colby Emmertz. A wild pitch allowed Nolan to

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Popella excels on land and water for Lady Pirates

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail Pirate lacrosse team has found some success in the tough Mid-Eastern Conference.

They are currently second among the 3A combatants and have a good chance of making the playoffs.

The Pirates have a very good team with a strong work ethic. Among those players that seems to work harder than anyone is junior two sport star Delaney Popella.

Miss Popella is the second leading scorer on the Pirate team with 37 goals and leads the team with 19 assists. However, Lacrosse may not be her best sport.

Delaney is a standout in the pool for the Pirates. She has several first-place finishes in multiple events and is considered one of the better swimmers in the conference as well as in the area.

There is no doubt that Delaney Popella excels on land as well as in the water.

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The blues and specks are calling

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Fishing Fanatic The area salt water anglers are talking about the recent influx of blues and specks. Both have been biting around the mouths of creeks as well as in the creeks. While some of the more experienced anglers are using their favorite artificial baits some of the younger and less experienced are using cut baits and top water baits.

The reds are still biting around structures inland while a few have been caught in the creeks as well.

The pier fishing is getting better with a few pompano being caught here and there on cut baits and shrimp.

Some small Mullet have been caught as has a few small blue here and there.

No Spanish yet but the bait fish are just beginning to show up which means blues and Spaniards are sure to follow.

There have been a few blues caught off the beach along with a pompano or two and some mullet. Cut baits and shrimp will work

Roundup Continued from page 6A Jones, Lilly Ruddell, Aydan Areola, and Madison LaValle all found the back of the net.

The Lady Pirates also learned their playoff fate Monday.

Boys’ lacrosse The Pirates split their two games last week, starting it off with a 14-7 loss at Laney. Jake Volpe (assist) and Eli Copeland (two assists) each netted three goals with Leighton Randall scoring the other goal and Tanner Beaudoin adding an assist. Senior goalkeeper Alex Hall had 12 saves and Madden Seferyn had seven saves.

Thursday Topsail (9-7, 6-6) got a huge win that may well have been a boost to their state playoff ambitions (as a wildcard if they made it) with an 8-7 win over defending NCISAA state champion Cape Fear Academy (10-6).

Volpe and Spencer Martindale each scored two goals and Copeland finished with a goal and two assists. However, the key to the win was a great effort from Hall, who made 11 saves.

Playoff berths came out Monday.

Boys’ tennis The season came to a close for the Pirates Thursday at the Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference tournament as none of the Topsail players qualified for the NCHSAA 3A re-

No freshman blues for Pender’s Beaver

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Most high school freshman athletes struggle coming out of the gate. As a matter of fact, they are usually relegated to the junior varsity squad.

While the Pender Patriot softball team does not have a junior varsity team, if they did freshman utility player Kaitlyn Beaver would have bypassed that level and moved right to the varsity.

By Pender Coach Corrina Reece’s own admission Beaver is one of those kids that will do whatever is asked of her without a word. She played catcher for a while and has played the outfield and second base. She has excelled at all of them.

Kaitlyn is batting a very respectable .351 with 14 runs batted in and 22 runs scored.

She is a solid fielder and has a great attitude. There have been no freshman blues for Pender Patriot Standout softball player Kaitlyn Beaver.

here.

The fresh water guys are praising the recent weather and great temps. They have been seeing the panfish bite get better. Red worms are the bait of choice while the Catfish will hit chicken livers.

This week’s fishing tip When preparing for a new fishing season it is wise to have a game plan. All too many times I have let the season slip up on me and I am caught fishing with brittle line or just not enough tackle.

Remember to check your line. It is a good idea to replace your line every year.

Also clean your reel and oil it before restringing it.

Make sure that your rods are in good shape and make sure that there are no weak spots or broken tips or eyelets. I would hate for you to hook that monster fish and lose it to brittle line.

Set up a plan for the day.

I am guilty of being so excited about going out that I get the boat in the water and then have no plan. A few minutes of planning will help you catch a few more fish and enjoy your time. gional competition. Jason Loher lost 6-0, 6-4 to New Hanover’s John West in the first round, and Nis Bohne fell 6-1, 6-1 to Holland Baynard.

Christopher Spillane and Connor Hill Lowe lost in doubles 6-0, 6-0 to New Hanover’s Warren and Gaines. Will and Alex Hornthal defeated West Brunswick’s McCloskey and Klein 6-3, 6-0 in their opening doubles’ match but lost 6-2, 6-3 to New Hanover’s Woolwine and Stanfield in round two.

Earlier in the week, the Pirate defeated West Brunswick 7-2. Will Hornthal won 6-12, 6- at No., 3 singles to lead the way, and Loher (6-2, 6-3), Alex Hornthal (6-3, 6-1), Bohne (6-3, 6-2) and Spillane (6-3, 6-2) won handily. Hill lost (7-6, 6-7, 6-10) in three sets.

The Pirates won twice in the doubles with the Hornthal brothers winning 8-4, and Loher and Conner McNamara winning 8-6. Robert McCloskey and Matthew Kleino fell 4-8.

Girls’ golf Even in the off-season, this group of Lady Pirates found a way to excel. The Topsail girls have been named the recipient of the NCHSAA Athlete Team of the Year for girls’ golf. The team average GPA of 3.93 was the highest among teams of all classifications for the state.

They will be recognized at the NCHSAA on Thursday (May 3) at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill.

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Lorese Squires Horrell AT K I N S O N - - L o r e s e Squires Horrell, 85, of Atkinson left her earthly life Friday, April 27, 2018 to join God’s band of angels and loved ones gone before; her parents, Robert Henry and Myrtie Bigford Squires; husband, John Edwin Horrell; and brothers, Julian and J.C. Squires. She was

born Nov. 13, 1932 in Bladen County.

Lorese leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Kathy Horrell Corbett; grandchildren, Adam Corbett (Tracy) and Jessica Corbett Smith (Ken); great grandchildren, John Adam Corbett, Nathaniel Smith and Zoe Smith; Vivian Rivenbark (Cary) and Ray Squires who were “adopted” children of Lorese; several additional nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews including, Kristi Croom (Brent) and Doug Rivenbark (Jennifer); many extended family and friends, all who dearly loved Lorese.

First and foremost, Lorese was a dedicated wife and homemaker. For many years, she also worked as cafeteria manager of Atkinson High School and retired as manager of Malpass Corner School Cafeteria. Lorese continued work-

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ing at Pender Adult Services in Burgaw for the next ten years. It is noted that she was one fabulous Southern cook.

Lorese loved her family and showed it in so many ways by her kindness, sharing and generosity. She loved her Moores Creek Baptist Church family that she has been an integral part of for many years. Lorese had a gentle smile, sweet sweet spirit and a steadfast faith in her Lord that was evidenced in her daily life. Her family is grateful for all blessings, prayers and kindness shown to them during Lorese’s illness and passing. May the Lord bless you all now and always.

The family received friends at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Moores Creek Baptist Church, 3107 Union Chapel Road, Currie. Service followed at 3 p.m. in the church sanctuary. Burial followed in the

church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be given to Moores Creek Baptist Church, C/O Kaye Nobles, 203 Bowers Lane, Currie, NC 28435 or to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401.

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

by Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.

Mavis Evelyn Lewis Gore CURRIE -- Mavis Evelyn Lewis Gore, 78, of Currie

passed gently from her earthly life Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at Pender Memorial Hospital.

She was born Aug. 11, 1939 in Pender County, one of 14 children born to David Jasper and Eva Almira Horrell Lewis. In addition to her parents, Mavis was preceded in death by her son, Carl Jeffrey Lewis; siblings, Alfred, Woody, Brantley, Buddy, Doug and Marcella Lewis as well as Virginia L. Gantt and Genevieve L. Grimsley.

Mavis is survived by her sons, Tony Fontana (Cindy) and Joseph Sandy; daughter, Melissa Woodcock (Steve); d a u g h t e r- i n - l aw, S h e r r y Lewis; numerous grandchildren, including, Kayla Hill, who spent much time with Grannie Mavis; many great grandchildren; siblings, Elsie Lewis Miles, Julia Jacqueline Lewis Esmiol (Danny), David

“Buck” J. Lewis, Jr., Billy Lewis, and Debbie Lewis Watson (Eddie); and many other extended family and friends.

The family received friends 10-11 a.m. Monday, April 30, 2018 at Currie Community Baptist Church, 28396 NC Hwy 210, Currie, with Celebration of Life service at 11 a.m. in the church sanctuary.

The family extends sincere gratitude to the staffs of New Hanover Regional Medical Center (seventh floor), Pender Memorial Hospital and the Laurels of Pender for the compassionate and caring services rendered to our dear Mavis and to us, Mavis’ family.

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

Scallywags Weekend in Surf City May 4-5

By Tammy Proctor Special to the Post & Voice Scallywags Weekend has fun for all – a movie night, a pirate encampment, a low country shrimp boil, Pirate Olympics, a scavenger hunt, Blackbeard’s Market, and rides aboard The Raven and a Pirate Show at The Raven!

The weekend will kick-off Friday, May 4, with the Pirate Encampment and the movie, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead

Men Tell No Tales at Soundside Park. The movie will begin around 8:15 p.m. Bring your blanket or lawn chair.

Jack Sparrow and pirates will join us before the movie, so be sure to bring the camera or smartphone.

Saturday’s events include rides aboard The Raven, a Pirate Show at The Raven, firing demonstrations by the pirates camped at Soundside Park, Pirate Olympics, Blackbeard’s Market, a low country shrimp

boil, and more!

Saturday’s events begin with a bang as Surf City Mayor Doug Medlin fires the cannon at Soundside Park, 10 a.m.

Living Series Demonstrations will be given by the pirates.

And what pirate would be complete with parrots? See the parrots and play games.

In Topsail Beach, visit Blackbeard’s Market for a wide variety of vendors.

On Saturday, the Greater Topsail Area Chamber

of Commerce and Topsail Steamer will serve up lunch and dinner with a low country shrimp boil for only $20 a plate at Soundside Park from noon - 6 p.m.

Don’t miss the Scavenger Hunt! Businesses will be listed on a special poster for our visitors who are encouraged to find their treasure in our

local business The Hampstead Methodist Church’s Boy Scout Troop will serve Pirate Grub and Gold Doubloon Pancakes at the Surf City Welcome Center from 8 - 11 a.m.

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Bill Howard Outdoors

Town of Burgaw Government News May 3, 2018

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING DATE FOR MAY 2018 Due to the primary election being held on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 in the town’s meeting room, the Board of Commissioners regularly scheduled meeting for that day has been changed to Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 4PM in the meeting room of the Burgaw Municipal Building.

SPECIAL BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING SCHEDULED

By Bill Howard Post & Voice Columnist

I have mentioned in the past that hunting turkeys are the bane of my hunting prowess. Something about the big bird with a brain the size of a grain of sand somehow keeps me at bay.

Don’t get me wrong. I have had successful turkey hunts.

That is, if you count being successful as seeing the bird and not taking the bird. And it is not always one thing about the bird that runs my hunt afoul.

It is a multitude of things.

I mean, I was successfully calling several Toms in from several hundred yards on one hunt. Little did I know a bobcat was also responding to my expert hen clucks and Jake gobbles. The bobcat ended up getting closer than the turkeys did unfortunately. I never noear ticedQ $25.00/Senior (65+) the bobcat until I started ear trying Q $40.00/Senior (65+) they to deduce why henned up just out of reach Return this card with payment: __ of my bow.

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Sure enough, they did just that. I already had the bow pulled back as I waited for the Tom to pass by the window when all three birds suddenly took flight. For about ten seconds I wondered if they had caught sight of me or something. It was the 11th second that had me realize what it was that startled them. A black bear, easily four or five hundred pounds, walked through the same worn trail just a few feet from my blind. He didn’t mess with me, I didn’t mess with him. I thought that was fair.

On another occasion I clucked, I gobbled, I used an owl hoot and a crow’s beckon.

Nothing was responding. I sat tight throughout the morning before deciding to try another area for the afternoon.

I gathered most of my belongings and carried them to the truck.

Upon retur ning for my decoys and ground blind,

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PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for a “Restaurant, Full Service and Limited Service” to be Located at 211 Hwy 117 South. Applicants, Gregorio and Celerina Sanchez are petitioning the town for a conditional use permit to allow a restaurant in an existing building in the B-2, Highway Business, zoning district.

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I walked up on an old long beard. I’m not sure who startled who, as we both stood in place for a few seconds to try and figure out what to do.

Well, the tom took off running after he got his wits about him leaving nothing but a cloud of dust. I on the other hand, grabbed the decoys and blind and mumbled some choice words on my short walk of shame back to the vehicle.

There are more stories just like these unfortunately. But I have accepted that it is what it is, and when the time is right, I will get my bird.

However, I was reminded this weekend just how cursed I am with the fan-tailed bearded ones.

I wasn’t hunting, but rather on an assignment. I had my camera in hand. I also had on a red pullover, wasn’t overly quiet, and had my dog with me on a leash. Then, out of nowhere, a Tom stepped out into some tall grasses just a few yards from us. Why? How? This cannot be!

But it was. Just an old dumb bird that is supposed to be one of the most alert fellas in the forest. And he didn’t care we were there either. I got a few photos and we kept walking.

I must confess that this one occurrence would not have set my doubts and reminders of the past though. No, it takes two.

There it was, again. Another bird. We were probably a half mile from where we saw the other turkey. This time, the bird must have been 20 yards away at best. And likely he was just as dumb. Again, I got some photos and my dog and I continued our walk.

I guess if I cannot shoot them with a bow or shotgun, at least I can shoot them with the camera.

–Bill Howard is a lifelong North Carolina resident and hunter. He is a lifetime member of the North Carolina Bowhunters Association, an

associate member of Pope and Young, and an official measurer of both. He is a certified hunter education (IHEA) instructor and bowhunter education (IBEP) instructor.

Please share your stories with Bill at BillHowardOutdoors@ gmail.com.

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Agenda Board of County Commissioners Meeting Monday, May 7, 2018 @ 4:00 PM Pender County Public Assembly Room 805 S. Walker Street, Burgaw, NC

1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

INVOCATION

3.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.

ADOPTION OF AGENDA

5.

PUBLIC INFORMATION 5.1.

Assessing Aquatic Connectivity in the Black River Watershed

5.2.

Presentation by Kate Dixon and Kip Godwin on the Mountains to Sea Trail in Pender County.

5.3.

Presentation of FY 2018-19 Budget Message to Board of Commissioners.

6.

PUBLIC COMMENT

7.

CONSENT AGENDA

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9.

10.

7.1.

Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting: April 16, 2018.

7.2.

Approval of Tax Releases and Refunds

7.3.

Approval of a FY 17-18 Budget Amendment to Accept Emergency Management Performance Grant Funds: $18,016.98.

7.4.

Approval of a donation of the Generator at Pender Memorial Hospital to Southeastern Healthcare Preparedness Region, State Medical Assistance Team.

APPROVALS AND RESOLUTIONS 8.1.

Proclamation of Elder Abuse Awareness.

8.2.

Proclamation of May as National Preservation Month.

8.3.

Resolution of Support - NCDOT Project #47785

8.4.

Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Two (2) Surplus of Properties in Pender County.

May 3, 2018 MEETING TIMES Surf City Town Council 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm Planning Board 2nd Thursday of the month at 5:30p.m.

APPOINTMENTS 9.1.

Approval of Appointment to the Pender Memorial Hospital Board.

9.2.

Approval of Appointment to the Southeastern Economic Development Commission (SEDC).

PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH 10.1.

11.

Town of Surf City Government News

Presentation of Proposed Beaver Management Program for Pender County.

SOCIAL SERVICES BOARD 11.1.

Free Community Shred Event

Approval of a Budget Ordinance Amendment for Foster Care.

12.

ITEMS FROM THE COUNTY ATTORNEY, COUNTY MANAGER, ASSISTANT COUNTY MANAGER, & COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

13.

CLOSED SESSION (IF APPLICABLE).

14.

ADJOURNMENT

Friday, May 25th 9am – Noon Surf City Town Hall 214 N. New River Dr

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5/3/2018

WANTED! A FEW GOOD MEN & WOMEN! VOLUNTEER! The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following Boards/Commissions/Committees: # of Name of Board Vacancies Positions/Categories Advisory Board of Health 3 Dentist***, Engineer***, Optometrist*** Board of Adjustment 2 District 3, District 4 Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Auth.

7 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking Nursing/Adult Care Committee 3 Public Citizen Pender Memorial Hospital Board 2 District 1, District 2 (BOTH Unexpired Terms) Southeastern Economic Development Commission 1 Citizen Representative Tourism Development Authority 1 Collector District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 4 = Union; Penderlea; Grady; District 2 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail Columbia; Caswell; Canetuck District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek District 5 = Burgaw; Holly *** These positions can be temporarily filled by someone associated with this field who may not be currently licensed. Applications can be completed on-line at www.pendercountync.gov or write or call Melissa Long, Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-1200, and complete an application.

RESOLUTION OF THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS CONCERNING THE COUNTING OF ABSENTEE BALLOTS On March 6, 2018, the Pender County Board of Elections met at the Board of Elections Office, in Burgaw, North Carolina and adopted the following resolution: BE IT RESOLVED by the Pender County Board of Elections that: 1.

The Pender County Board of Elections shall meet at 2:00 PM on Election Day, Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the Board of Elections Office at 807 S Walker Street, Burgaw to count absentee ballots.

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Any voter of the county may attend this meeting and observe the count.

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The results of the absentee ballot count will not be announced before 7:30 pm on day.

Russell M. Fawcett Chairman, Pender County Board of Elections

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Robert J. Knight, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Robert J. Knight, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 19, 2018 at 111 Sages Ridge Drive, Holly Ridge, NC 28445 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of April, 2018.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF KEVIN DOUGLAS WILLS 17 E 177 Having qualified as Personal Representative of the Estate of Kevin Douglas Wills, deceased, of 266 Northwest Avenue, Burgaw, NC 28425, Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before July 26, 2018, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

Dated April 17, 2018.

Robert H. Corbett, Personal Representative ℅ Corbett & Fisler P. O. Drawer 727 Burgaw, NC 28425-0727 #8184 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Isreal Jones, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Isreal Jones, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 19, 2018 at 549 Harrison Creek Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457 or be barred from recovery.

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This the 12th day of April, 2018.

Julia Smith Jones 549 Harrison Creek Road Rocky Point, NC 28457 #8176 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/2018 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Jean W. Wenderlich, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Jean W. Wenderlich, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 19, 2018 at 4013 Glen Arbor Drive, Wilmington, NC 28411 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of James Gerard Lynch, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, James Gerard Lynch, to present them to the undersigned on or before July 26, 2018 at 330 S. Belvedere Dr., Hampstead, NC 28443 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 19th day of April, 2018.

Doris Lorraine Lynch 330 S. Belvedere Drive Hampstead, NC 28443 #8180 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18

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NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO MILLER BRAGG 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 sometimes briefly described as 3.11 acres, more or less, Parcel ID Number 4226-41-8850-0000 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 June 11, 2018.

This day, April 18, 2018.

Scott G. Sherman, State Bar # 17596 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar # 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel/fax); tammy@shermanandrodgers.com #8186 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 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 Georgene M. Roberts, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Georgene M. Roberts, to present them to the undersigned on or before August 2, 2018 at 409 Hickory Court, Jacksonville, NC 28540 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2018.

Melanie Roberts 409 Hickory Court Jacksonville, NC 28540 #8188 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 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 Georgene M. Roberts, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Georgene M. Roberts, to present them to the undersigned on or before August 2, 2018 at 409 Hickory Court, Jacksonville, NC 28540 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2018.

Melanie Roberts 409 Hickory Court Jacksonville, NC 28540 #8188 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 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 Shane L. Lunesford, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Shane L. Lunesford, to present them to the undersigned on or before August 2, 2018 at 1943 Penderlea Hwy., Burgaw, NC 28425 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2018.

Jennifer Cavileer Lunesford 1943 Penderlea Hwy. Burgaw, NC 28425 #8187 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 18 SP 42 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 Olivia H. Brown and Susan Elizabeth Crosby to Wells Fargo Financial National Bank, Trustee(s), which was dated November 19, 2013 and recorded on December 16, 2013 in Book 4358 at Page 0059, 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 May 11, 2018 at 11:30AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situated in Pender County, North Carolina, to wit: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF PENDER, CITY OF HAMPSTEAD STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AS FOLLOWS: BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS UNIT 427, PHASE II, OF PLANTATION POINTE VILLAS, A CONDOMINIUM

PROJECT SITUATED UPON REAL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN TOPSAIL TOWNSHIP, PENDER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, AS SAID REAL PROPERTY IS DESCRIBED IN THE “SUPPLEMENTAL DECLARATION TO DECLARATION CREATING UNIT OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 47A OF THE GENERAL STATUTES OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA” REFERRED TO HEREINBELOW; AND SAID UNIT BEING MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED BY REFERENCE TO AND SHOWN UPON THAT SET OF PLANS OF PLANTATION POINTE VILLAS, PHASE II, WHICH ARE RECORDED AS EXHIBIT “B” TO THAT SUPPLEMENTAL DECLARATION, WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 652, BEGINNING AT PAGE 179 IN THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTER OF DEEDS OF PENDER COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA, REFERENCE TO WHICH IS HEREBY MADE FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION THEREOF; SAID PLANS ALSO BEING RECORDED IN CONDOMINIUM PLAT BOOK 1, BEGINNING AT PAGE 12 IN SAID OFFICE; SAID UNIT ALSO BEING MORE SPECIFICALLY DEFINED IN SAID SUPPLEMENTAL DECLARATION, TOGETHER WITH ALL APPURTENANCES THERETO BELONGING, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE COMMON AREAS AND FACILITIES OF PLANTATION POINTE VILLAS, ALL PHASES, APPURTENANT TO SAID UNIT AS THE SAME IS ESTABLISHED IN SAID SUPPLEMENTAL DECLARATION, OR THE SUPPLEMENTS THERETO; SAID SUPPLEMENTAL DECLARATION SUPPLEMENTS AND/OR INCORPORATES THE PROVISIONS OF THAT DECLARATION CREATING UNIT OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 47A OF THE GENERAL STATUTES OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 641 AT PAGE 76, AS SUPPLEMENTED

BY APPLICABLE INSTRUMENTS RECORDED IN THE PENDER COUNTY REGISTRY. THE PROPERTY HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED WAS ACQUIRED

BY THE GRANTOR BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED IN BOOK 4179 AT PAGE 035 OF THE PENDER COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 728 Azalea Drive Unit 427, Hampstead, NC 28443.

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

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 by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. 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.: 18-02772-FC01 #8185 4/26, 5/3/2018 17 SP 81 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 Douglas E. Johnson and Joan B. Davis to Richard King, Trustee(s), which was dated December 21, 2005 and recorded on January 5, 2006 in Book 2857 at Page 040 and rerecorded/modified/ corrected on August 4, 2016 in Book 4625, Page 2096, 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 May 8, 2018 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 60R, Section 2, of Willow Bay Subdivision subdivision, as depicted in Map Book 32, beginning at or including Page 134.

Also included herewith is that certain 2003 Fleetwood manufactured home bearing serial number NCFL341AB55633CY23, which is permanently affixed to the real property described above (see Declaration of Intent recorded September 20, 2005, in Book 2777 at Page 117, in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Pender County, North Carolina).

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

Said property is commonly known as 287 Broken Spur Court, Rocky Point, NC 28457.

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

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

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 by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 45-21.16A(b)(2)]. 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.: 15-25062-FC02 #8183 4/26, 5/3/2018 15 SP 266 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 Christine Konar to Fidelity National Title Insurance Co of New York, Trustee(s), which was dated February 27, 2007 and recorded on March 2, 2007 in Book 3176 at Page 209, 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 May 8, 2018 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 50, SECTION 2, OAKVALE EAST AS SHOWN ON PLAT RECORDED IN MAP BOOK/CABINET

23, PAGE 77, PENDER COUNTY REGISTRY. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record.

Said property is commonly known as 322 Lafayette Street, Wilmington, NC 28411.

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

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

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 by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination [NCGS § 4521.16A(b)(2)]. 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 Aaron B. Anderson Trustee Services of Carolina, LLC 5710 Oleander Drive, Ste. 204 Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone: (910) 202-2940 Fax: (910) 202 2941 File No.: 15-17495-FC01 #8182 4/26, 5/3/2018 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Devyn Edwards, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Devyn Edwards, to present them to the undersigned on or before August 2, 2018 at 331 Toms Creek Road, Rocky Point, NC 28457 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2018.

Deja Edwards 331 Toms Creek Road Rocky Point, NC 28457 #8189 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Lottie May Bagley, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Lottie May Bagley, to present them to the undersigned on or before August 2, 2018 at 7250 Grandview Blvd, Miramar, FL 33023 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2018.

Thomas E. Clark 7250 Grandview Blvd Miramar, Fl 33023 #8190 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Forest Nixon, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Forest Nixon, to present them to the undersigned on or before August 2, 2018 at 7250 Grandview Blvd, Miramar, FL 33023 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2018.

Thomas E. Clark 7250 Grandview Blvd Miramar, Fl 33023 #8191 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Vaun Seal Johnson, deceased, of Pender County, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Vaun Seal Johnson, to present them to the undersigned on or before August 9, 2018 at 17627 NC Hwy. 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 3rd day of May, 2018.

Sharon Johnson 17627 NC Hwy. 210 Rocky Point, NC 28457 #8192 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/25/2018 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 18-CVS-428 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO ADDIE COSTIN SIMMERS, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO PERLEY COSTIN 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 sometimes briefly described as 4 acres, Parcel ID Number 2278-73-8947-0000 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 June 18, 2018.

This day, April 27, 2018.

Scott G. Sherman, State Bar # 17596 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar # 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel/fax); tammy@shermanandrodgers.com #8196 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 18-CVS-428 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO ADDIE COSTIN SIMMERS, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO ADDIE COSTIN SIMMERS 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 sometimes briefly described as 4 acres, Parcel ID Number 2278-73-8947-0000 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 June 18, 2018.

This day, April 27, 2018.

Scott G. Sherman, State Bar # 17596 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar # 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel/fax); tammy@shermanandrodgers.com #8197 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018

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CFCC

Continued from page 1A sonry, plumbing, carpentry, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC). Upon completion of the training, participants are guaranteed an interview with a local employer Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage President, Mr. Tim Milam, also announced today that they will be committing $5,000 toward the support and training of the area’s construction workforce. Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage has partnered with WCFHBA to set up a memorial scholar-

BBQ

Continued from page 1A There will also be additional food concessions on site to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.

This year’s event will have live entertainment for your enjoyment. Saturday morning local personality The Big Kahuna of the Big Kahuna’s Beach Party on Jammin’ 99.9

Hill

Continued from page 3A range. If, however, the blouse in question is in my size, fate has intervened and I’m forced to buy it right away.

Since planes do not come in such accommodating sizes, my only option was to wait for a price drop. Obviously, my narrow frame of travel left me unaware of a universal truth in air transportation-buy

Messer

Continued from page 3A bicycle long distances across Holly Shelter, sometimes several times a week. We always pause for a brief chat when our paths cross, and talk about things we’ve seen recently.

He stopped me one day shortly after I had told him about the alligator nest.

“I found the alligators,” he told me, “I got off the bike to take a closer look. As soon as I got closer, I could tell she was getting nervous.”

“I turned and had just put one foot on the pedal and she came after me!”

“I was surprised how fast an alligator could move,” he laughed,”but not nearly as

Topsail

Continued from page 7A score, a throwing error allowed Frey to trot home, and a sacrifice fly by Cota scored courtesy-runner Alex Postma for a 3-0 lead.

Topsail made it 6-0 in the second behind a leadoff infield single by Layne Marcum, a single by Aidan Smith, a balk, an error, an d a two-run double

by Cota. Smith (single) and Frey (single) knocked in the runs in the fifth inning. Topsail ended the evening when Caleb Demers doubled to lead off the sixth, and stayed put when Hayden Walsh was hit by a pitch, and went to third and scored on a pair of wild pitches to make it 9-0. Chuck Major walked before Evan Blanton reached on an error with Walsh racing home.

“In this conference we’re ibn a one-game playoff from

SROs

Continued from page 1A ry share SROs in the west, while South Topsail, Topsail, and North Topsail elementary schools share officers in the east. The Sheriff ’s Office also funds GREAT (Gang Resistance Education and Training) offcer, who works the fifth and seventh grades

ship fund in honor of Mr. Ted Hardeen who was an integral part of the Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage new home construction division.

“This new CFCC initiative strikes a chord within our firm as we work hand-in-hand with so many local builders,” said Milam. “The partnership between the WCFHBA and CFCC will also help raise awareness among youth in our community about the many career opportunities within the construction industry.” The scholarship will be housed under the WCFHBA Paul Gregory Foundation, and the funds will be designated to CFCC programs like the Construction Institutes as well as program

funding and scholarship support to students actively enrolled in CFCC construction programs.

“While the demand for new homes has steadily increased, the growth in our construction labor force has not,” said WCFHBA President David Spetrino.

“This initiative by CFCC will provide a concise, focused, and comprehensive foundation for students to learn a skill that will forever be in demand.

And our region as a whole will benefit.”

According to a survey conducted by the Associated General Contractors of America, 75 percent of construction firms plan to expand their workforce in 2018. Moreover, 78 percent

of the surveyed construction firms in North Carolina expressed having a difficult time filling positions.

“It is both our mission and our privilege to meet the needs of our local employers,” said CFCC President Jim Morton.

“As the need for skilled workers continues to grow, so will our efforts to equip students with the skills they need to succeed.”

The Construction Institutes will run concurrently June 18 through June 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The cost for each course is $185. Participants may choose only one course of study. For more information, visit http://cfcc.edu/ constructioninstitute/.

will entertain from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon the local band Radio Flyer will be performing from 2-5:30 p.m.

The festival has been organized by and will benefit the Cape Fear Wildlife Foundation. There will be activities for the kids, discounted house tours for those seeking a little history, and more than 40 arts, crafts and gift vendors. Interested barbecue cooks, arts and

crafts vendors and truck and tractor folks are encouraged to apply. For more information visit the Cape Fear BBQ Festival website and click on the links for application information. Cost of admission is $5 per person, and kids 12 and under free will be admitted free.

Poplar Grove Plantation is located at 10200 Hwy. 17 N. The event is open to the public to come out and enjoy

the sounds of our local musicians, along with the food, fun and fellowship of family and friends. No pets or coolers are allowed. The cost of admission is $5 per adult, and kids 12 and under will be admitted free.

There is no additional cost for parking.

For more information, visit www.capefearbbqfestival.com.

If you have additional questions, call 910-795-0292.

sooner than later. This truth was compounded by the fact that our travel dates coincided with Spring Break. The laws of supply and demand bit hard as my belated search left few seating options and grossly inflated pricing.

I downloaded travel apps daily in hopes that a silver bullet would equalize the advantage held by my newest nemesis – major airlines. Holding my breath at each hourly price check, I watched helplessly as prices crept over the thousand-

dollar mark and seats disappeared. The awareness that flights to my destination were being snagged by strangers eventually outweighed my need to stick it to the man.

Every night my dreams were consumed with monkeys, dolphins, cigars, waterfalls, chocolate, bottomless drinks, lagoons, coral reefs and jungles.

This honeymoon would be a no holds barred adventure. My long wait would be compensated by free access to

Daniel’s credit card and I was going to spend his money like I stole it.

Fortunately, Daniel survived nine days alone with me, although my chatter wore him down by lunchtime each day. There are many stories waiting to be told and as many memories that I’m excited to share. Like a lioness released from her cage, I am already planning my next trip.

I know why the caged bird sings.- Maya Angelou

surprised as she must have been at how fast an old guy could move!”

This has been a good year, and I’ve been rewarded with the masterpiece of the change of seasons, from gray and tan, and cold of winter, through the greening of the foliage and the warming of the earth. It’s a wonderful experience to smell the awakening of the pine forest, and in Holly Shelter the blooming of the clammy azalea, or swamp azalea, Rhododendron viscosum dills the air with a scent that always reminds me of my grandfather’s after-shave lotion.

I like taking pictures of the new discoveries of the year, adding to the collection from past years, and every year learning a little bit more, and discovering new things. I

captured videos of a snapping turtle making his way through a shallow water ditch, emerging onto land. I found another one ponderously making its way down the center of a gravel road in Trumpeter Swamp, walking on all fours, and using its thick tail as a rudder.

While taking some pictures of a large alligator taking the sun in the shallow water along the edge of the duckpond, I noticed another one swimming over. The smaller alligator nuzzled the large one, and then climbed on top of its head, repeated the motion a couple of times and then climbed completely on top before sliding off and retiring to the shallows. Courtship between alligators, I decided, and moved on when I saw the male coming toward me. No

need to provoke the interlude, I thought, and left them to enjoy the sunshine and warmth of the day. I had captured their activity in video to enjoy as wells share in my video scrapbook (billzztube) on YouTube.

As the early spring advances, the swampbay magnolias emerge, looking like its smaller cousins, magnolia grandiflora. They look like and smell like the big ones, too. On the duckpond, round water lily petals spread apart and the white blossoms appear, and the season is complete.

The gates close at the end of turkey season, and visits to Holly Shelter turn into a walk-in or bike-in, and there’s still plenty to see and do while waiting for the gates to reopen in the fall.

here on out, Topsail Coach Aaron Rimer said. “We made a lot of mistakes today but they were aggressive mistakes, and I was, at no point, upset with some of the mistakes we made on the bases because they were all aggressive.

“We probably ran more tonight then we ran all year, so we got better today even though it was a 10-0 game. It was a big game for us. We’ll hear about the Hoggard game (possible use of an ineligible player by the Vikings) and if we win that we’re in a good spot where every day is a onegame playoff for the conference.”

Tuesday proved to be a little tougher than the previous game against Laney (10-1 on 3/23) but the Pirates still brought home a 4-3 win over the Buccaneers. Topsail managed just seven hits but they made the most of the opportunities presented to them, scoring single runs in

the first, third, fifth, and sixth innings. Laney was unable to mount sustainable threats with single runs in the second, third, and sixth innings.

“Colby (Emmertz) had a big RBI day but we left a lot of runners (11) on base,” Rimer said.

“We didn’t play extremely well, we played well enough to win, but if we hadn’t had Colby we would have been in trouble. Nobody played extremely well, but nobody did really terrible.”

The Pirates took a 1-0 lead in the first. Shane Nolan singled to open the game and moved to third on a one-out single by Emmertz (2-or-3, two RBIs).

Miles Cota grounded out with Nolan racing home. Laney tied it in the second on a two-out single by Jaycob Jones, but the Pirates answered right back in the top of the third when Hayden Walsh led off with a tripled and scored on a ground out by Emmertz.

Laney made it 2-0 in the

bottom of the frame on a pair of singles and two Topsail errors, and it stayed that way until the top of the fifth. Emmertz was hit by a pitch to lead off the frame and Elliott Blanton, after an out, walked.

Courtesy runner Alex Postma (Emmertz) moved to second on the walk, to third on an error on Laney pitcher Chase Hall, and scored on a wild pitch to make it 3-2. It became 4-2 in the top of the sixth on a oneout walk to Nolan 1-for-3, two R/S), who stole second, and an Emmetz RBI single.

Jake Luhansky (4 IP, six hits, two runs – one earned, one walk, two K’s) was the winning pitcher. Alex Holland (3 IP, three hits, one run, one walk, 3 K’s) earned the save.

Emmertz and Elliott Blanton (2-for-3) combined for four of Topsail’s seven hits.

Topsail played host to Ashley Tuesday on Senior Night and heads to West Brunswick Thursday.

across the school system.

Commissioners are also considering funding increases to fix communication problems within the school buildings.

Radio dead zones can exhist within the buildings, making it impossible for SROs using less powerful hand-held radios to communicate with the Sheriff ’s Office Williams says the Sheriff ’s Office, along with Emergency Management and Emergency

Medical Services, have surveyed the schools to identify the dead zones.

“We have been running tests on buildings to see where the dead zones are for radios and cell phones,” said Williams. “Just about every school and any metal build-

ing has spots where radios don’t work.”

Commissioners will continue work on the budget this month, with adoption of the 2018-19 budget scheduled for late June.

Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF WILMA HAND JACKSON 18 E 158 Having qualified as the Administrator of the Estate of Wilma Hand Jackson, deceased, of Pender County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 1st day of August, 2018 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery.

All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 3rd day of MAY, 2018.

Lawrence S. Boehling Administrator of the Estate of Wilma Hand Jackson Bar No. 13424 P.O. Box 1416 Burgaw, NC 28425-1416 (910) 259-3334 #8199 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/25/2018 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 18-CVS-428 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO ADDIE COSTIN SIMMERS, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST TO JESSIE COSTIN 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 sometimes briefly described as 4 acres, Parcel ID Number 2278-73-8947-0000 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 June 18, 2018.

This day, April 27, 2018.

Scott G. Sherman, State Bar # 17596 Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar # 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel/fax); tammy@shermanandrodgers.com #8195 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/2018 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 18 SP 13 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Debra L. Hobbs to Roy E. Kelly, Trustee(s), dated the 18th day of February, 2008, and recorded in Book 3409, Page 052, 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 May 15, 2018 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the City of Hampstead, in the County of Pender, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: All that certain property situated in the City of Hampstead in the County of Pender and State of North Carolina, being more fully described in a deed dated / / and recorded 08/12/2005, among the land records of the County and State set forth above, in Deed Volume 2745 and Page 077. Tax Map or Parcel ID No.: 4213-39-8233-0000. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 1774 Sloop Point Loop, Hampstead, North Carolina.

Trustee may, in the Trustee’s sole discretion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23.

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 prior encumbrances of record and any recorded releases. Said property is also being sold subject to applicable Federal and State laws.

A deposit of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, 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.

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.

Additional Notice for Residential Property with Less than 15 rental units, including Single-Family Residential Real Property An order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.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 foreclosure sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days but not more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in this notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. 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.

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New Hanover Regional Medical Center implements a new

Healthy Community Wage

Dear Fellow Pender County Voter: I am Elizabeth Haraldson Craver, your Clerk of Superior Court, and I am running for election in the upcoming May 8th Republican Primary.

New Hanover Regional Medical Center is dedicated to a healthy community, in many ways. This initiative devotes resources to providing a Healthy Community Wage, attracting highly qualified people, and positively impacting our community.

You will now earn more in these roles:

• Food Services • Environmental Services • Patient Transportation • Nursing Support

• Central Sterile • Allied Health • Administrative/ Clerical

FT, PT & PRN opportunities available in all shifts.

Work for a premier healthcare provider that offers a robust & affordable benefits package and pays at a minimum $11.50/hour

Learn More!

Text “Healthy Wage” to 910.387.4033 or visit healthywageNHRMC.com

Leading Our Community to Outstanding Health EOE M/F/D/V

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MORGAN LASHAW

My family and I have always been committed to public service and New Hanover and Pender counties. I am the daughter of Elton and Brenda Alford Tucker and Al Haraldson. I attended Wilmington Christian Academy, Topsail High School and Cape Fear Community College. My husband Brandon and I have two beautiful daughters, Bailey Grace, age 7, and Madison Elizabeth, age 4.

I began my employment with the New Hanover County Clerk’s Office in 2006 then was hired in Pender County in January 2011. I have served in the capacity of the Office Assistant, Deputy, Assistant and now Clerk of Court of Pender County.

I was appointed Clerk in February 2017 by Senior Resident Superior Court Judge Jay D. Hockenbury to fill the unexpired term of Robert Kilroy upon his retirement.

As your current Clerk, I have been performing on a daily basis the duties of my office and have been managing a staff of 10 Deputies and 4 Assistants. I am thoroughly familiar with all phases of the operations of this office. This experience provides you with accurate, efficient, competent and friendly service.

I am flattered that an overwhelming number of attorneys and law enforcement personnel are actively supporting my election.

I have broad-based support throughout all political affiliations and enjoy a reputation for being fair, courteous and professional.

I earnestly ask for your support and your vote on May 8th.

Your vote does make a difference and I am thanking you in advance.

Pender County Commissioner ★ May 8th ★

Listen. Learn. Lead.

www.ElectMorganLashaw.com

Respectfully, Elizabeth H. Craver

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Morgan Lashaw.

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Elizabeth H. Craver.

Experience

• Extensive Knowledge of Pender County & Law Enforcement as a Sheriff’s Deputy since 1988 • Served as a Battalion Chief responsible for Fiscal & Personnel Management • 32 Years of Professional Public Service • A Desire to Keep Our Loved Ones Safe as a Father and Grandfather in Our Local Community

Integrity

• Maintains a Track Record of Respect, Honesty, and Humility as a Public Servant

Along with the Experience, Commitment, and Integrity to serve as Sheriff, Randy Burton is an individual tough on crime, who respects the law abiding citizen.

www.randyburtonforsheriff.com

Paid for by Randy Burton for Sheriff.

Commitment

Religion

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Providence all the way

By Dr. Ray W. Mendenhall Contributing Writer I lift up my eyes to the hills— from where will my help come?

My help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth.

He will not let your foot be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber. He who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade at your right hand. The sun shall not strike you by day nor the moon at night. The Lord will keep you from all evil; He will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and you coming in from this time on and forevermore.

Psalm 121 Psalm 121 is a psalm of ascension, one of the songs sung by pilgrims of their journey to Jerusalem. There are 14 psalms/songs in all that make up the series. They are the songs which carried the pilgrims as they made their way to the temple in

Jerusalem, where the living God dwells.

In Lent we are on a journey as well and the pilgrim songs can comfort and instruct us along our way.

We begin our journey in a place of imbalance. Psalm 120, the first song of Ascent describes a place of godlessness, a place that is out of balance. Lies hide the truth.

Peace dims in the midst of cries of war. We hit the road off balance, beginning from a place far from God. We wonder as we go, how we will find balance again, how we will travel out of the chaos or in spite of it. The road is long and not without danger, who will lead us, who will protect us, who will guard our way.

The psalmist in 121 has an answer and his words rise to lift us up.

I lift up my eyes to the hills, where does my help come from My help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth From the ashes of despair

we look up to the light of God’s Presence and there we find holy presence and abiding hope.

God will not let your foot be moved. There is no stumbling with God at our side, there is no fall from which we are no lifted up by Grace. Our feet are made sure upon the path as we go.

The God who keeps you will not slumber. The God who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.

There is no pause in God’s watchful eye or break in God’s compassionate concern, for it is the same God that guards the nation and protects the holy people.

The Lord is your keeper God is on the job. The sun will not beat you down in the day nor the darkness fill your thoughts or plague dreams.

The Lord will keep you from all evil. The Lord will keep your life.

God’s Presence will protect you on your journey. God’s

Spirit will clear the path, make a way and guide your steps.

God will watch your comings and goings, which means, God will mark every path you walk, now and always.

These were welcome words to the pilgrim on the road. The Presence of the Holy God, the care of the Heavenly King, the protection of the Great God of Israel, the Providence of a Loving God. It is enough to restore anyone’s balance, to secure anyone’s way, to inspire anyone’s journey.

It is the Promise of holy Providence all the way.

And here’s the good news.

This is a word to us, too, our pilgrim song, our holy promise.

This is a word to restore our balance, to level our path and to secure our way. God walks with us. God protects us. God stands with us in every situations and circumstance. We, too, experience God’s Providence all the way.

Bread giveaway at Herring’s Chapel UMC Herring’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 1697 Herring’s Chapel Rd. Burgaw, has a free bread giveaway every Saturday from 10 a.m until

God calls us, draws us, embraces us, enfolds us, surrounds us, protects us and guards our every way. God walks beside us on every path.

God will never let you down.

He will lift you up again and again and again, restore your balance and steady your

Topsail Presbyterian Church plans May 19 Mother, Daughter, Granddaughter Spring Fling Come join Topsail Presbyterian women for Spring Fling fun May 19 from noon until 2 p.m.

Dress up and come enjoy lunch served on our very best china. We’ll provide spring hats, entertainment and fellowship.

Invite your mothers,

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

Donations of canned food, clothing, household items, etc. can be left at 210 West Fremont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425

noon.

Most all types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger and hotdog buns are available.

Thursday from 9 a.m. until noon. Additionally, the 4C’s pantry will be open the last Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. until noon. The 4C’s Food Pantry is located in the Jones Plaza, 15200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N. in Hampstead.

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Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

(Courthouse Square) N.C. • 910-619-8063

All are welcome! Pastor Bill Howell

FRIENDLY COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

Rockfish Memorial Cemetery 1730 US 117 N. Wallace, NC Hwy. 910-285-3395

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daughters, daughters-in-law and granddaughters or borrow a daughter and adopt her for the day.

All proceeds will go towards supporting Topsail Presbyterian Women’s local missions. Call 910-270-0441 for reservations Tickets are adults, $10, and children, $5.

Donations Needed

4 C’s Food pantry in Hampstead The Christian Community Caring Center distributed food locally to those in need.

The food pantry is generously supported by local churches, businesses and individuals.

The 4C’s Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday, and

steps.

So let us go forth in confidence this day along the way of our pilgrimage. Let us travel into the future knowing that God walks with us.

The Holy God of Israel walks beside us.

• Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-3046

Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m., 6 p.m. www.facebook.com/downeastdisciples/

ST. M ARY’S CHURCH

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

BURGAW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

200 E. Fremont St. • Burgaw, NC 28425

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

RILEY’S CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

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

WESTVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

5610 Hwy. 53 W • Burgaw, NC 28425 (Across from Pender High)

Pastor Fred Roberts Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Church Directory

212 S. Dickerson St. • Burgaw, NC 28425 910.259.2136 www.harrellsfh.com

CENTERVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

18577 NC 53 E, Kelly, NC • 910-669-2488

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

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

CURRIE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

28396 Hwy. 210 W. • Currie (1/2 mile from Moores Creek Battlefield) Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. Children’s Church begins at 11:15 Community Bible Study, Wednesdays from 6-7:00 P.M.

WATHA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

160 Camp Kirkwood Road, Watha, NC

910-470-4436

Pastor John Fedoronko

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

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

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

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

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

ROCKY POINT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

located at the intersection of Hyw. 117 & 210

Services: Sunday at 10 a.m.

Pastor Mark Murphy

Bible Study: Tuesday at 6 p.m.

www.RPUMC.org

CALVARY CHAPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH

54 Camp Kirkwood Rd. • Watha, NC 28478 • 910-448-0919

MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

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.

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

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

JORDANS CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

FAITH HARBOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

607 S. Walker Street • Burgaw, NC 28425

14201 Hwy. 50/210 • Surf City, NC 28445 • 910-328-4422 Services: 8 a.m. and 9:20 a.m. Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. http://faithharborumc.org

4670 Stag Park Rd. • Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-5735

THE CHURCH AT WILMINGTON

110 E. Bridgers Street, Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-2295

Bible Based Community Fellowship NEW Pender County Location 16660 Hwy 17 N. • Hampstead, NC 28443 (American Legion Building) 910-526-7890 Pastor: Monte Suggs

BARLOW VISTA BAPTIST CHURCH

BURGAW BAPTIST CHURCH

BURGAW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m.

“The Church on the Hill� (910) 329-3761 22340 US Hwy 17 N Hampstead, NC 28443

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

Wednesday Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Youth & Young Adults Recharge Group - Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

Services Sunday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

100 E. Bridgers Street • Burgaw, NC 28425 • 910-259-4310 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m.

Wednesday evenings: Meal at 6 p.m. Prayer and Bible study for children, youth and adults 6:45 p.m. www.BurgawBaptistChurch.org

MOORES CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

3107 Union Chapel Rd. • Currie, NC 28435 Pastor Roger Barnes

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

Wednesday Prayer Service & Children’s Bible Study: 6:30 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC CHURCH 1303 Hwy. 117 • Burgaw, NC • 910-259-2601

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

CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP (CF2) 10509 US Hwy. 117 S., Rocky Point Business Park Rocky Point, NC • 910-232-7759 www.CF2.us Worship Hours: Sunday Morning, 11 a.m.

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

ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH

18737 Hwy 17 North, Hampstead • 910-270-1477 Rev. John Durbin, Pastor

Weekend Mass Schedule: Hampstead - SAT 5 p.m., SUN 9 a.m.

Surf City - SAT 5 p.m., SUN 9 & 11 a.m. (through Labor Day) Daily Mass - Hampstead: TUES & WED 4p.m., THURS & FRI 9 a.m.

Confessions SAT 4-4:30 p.m. or by appt. www.allsaintsccnc.org

CHAPEL BY THE BAY IN LANIER’S CAMPGROUND 216 Michigan Avenue • Holly Ridge, N.C. 28445 910-328-6252 Pastor: Don Myers Associate Pastor: Nathan Swartz Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 5:45 p.m.

Children’s Church 6:15 p.m. Choir Practice 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: Youth Group 6:30 p.m.

BLAKE’S CHAPEL ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH 88 Blakes Chapel Road • Hampstead, NC 28443 910-270-2576 Rev. Steve Spearing, Pastor Sunday School 10:00 a.m., Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. www.blakeschapel.org Find Us on Facebook E-mail Prayer Requests to: shareinprayer@gmail.com

Hope’s Cooking Corner

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Kentucky Derby recipes

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Burgaw Summer Programs

Burgaw Summer on the Square

Culinary Class

•Friday, May 18 at 6 p.m.

JT Parrothead (Jimmy Buffett Tribute) •Friday, June 15 at 5 p.m.

15th Annual North Carolina Blueberry Festival No Sleeves Magic (Magic Show) Followed by The Embers featuring Craig Woolard ( B e a c h M u s i c) •Friday, July 20 at 6 p.m.

Soul on the Beach (soul, beach, r & b) •Friday, August 17 at 6 p.m.

Dos Eddies (Classic Rock) ÂŞFriday, May 18 at 6 p.m.

JT Parrothead (Jimmy Buffett Tribute) •Friday, June 15 at 5 p.m.

15th Annual North Carolina Blueberry Festival No Sleeves Magic (Magic Show) Followed by The Embers featuring Craig Woolard ( B e a c h M u s i c) •Friday, July 20 at 6 p.m.

Soul on the Beach (soul, beach, r & b) •Friday, August 17 at 6 p.m.

Dos Eddies (Classic Rock)

Join us as we prepare blueberry involved foods to help us get ready for the NC Blueberry Festival! Youth will learn the science behind baking bread, they will make their own ice cream, and they will learn some fun, new recipes, all involving blueberries! Ages 5-12.

Pre-registration is required. To register call 910-259-1330. Class will take place at the Burgaw Community House 102 E Wilmington Street Burgaw.

Date: June 12 9 a.m. until noon.

Cost: $5.00 per participant

Build a Birdhouse

Develop your child’s hand–eye coordination, foster creativity, and create a habitat for wildlife in your backyard. All tools and materials will be supplied. Ages 5-12. Preregistration is required. To register call 910-259-1330. Workshop will take place at the Burgaw Community House 102 E Wilmington Street Burgaw.

Date: July 11 9 a.m. until noon.

Cost: $5 per participant

Fai ry Ga rden Fun

Gardens are magical especially when there are fairies to be found. In this class, children will paint pots and build special fairy gardens limited only by your imagination. Ages 512. Pre-registration is required. To register call 910-259-1330. Workshop will take place at the Burgaw Community House 102 E Wilmington Street Burgaw.

Date: August 14, 9 a.m. until noon.

Cost: $5 per participant For more information, contact Zachary White 910-300-6401 or Dee Turner 259-1330.

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Sunshine Studio Stained Glass

Stained glass workshops with Jim Shapley from Sunshine Studio Stained Glass. All supplies, tools, instruction for only $80.

GRITS GROVE DESIGNS Sign Painting Workshops held at ArtBeat Community Center. $40 per person includes all materials for a farmhouse sign.

For more information contact Marti Smith @ 910.508.2952 Like me on FACEBOOK @ GRITS GROVE DESIGNS

Mixed Media with Emerge Studio Art Workshop fee of $40.00 covers all supplies and instruction. Workshops are held at the ARTS @ Burgaw Antiqueplace.

For information call or text Cheryl Hardie Holt 910.271.0433 Like me on Facebook “Emerge Studio Art�

Rose Wrye Gourd Workshops $35 includes all materials For info contact: Wrye.rebekah@gmail.com Or text: 910.789.0835

Beginners Workshops Saturdays 10am-4pm May 12 & 19th or “2 Class Thursdays� 6pm-9pm May 10th and 17th Call Jim at 910.916.9426 or e-mail

SunshineStudioStainedGlass@gmail.com

Simple Strokes Art

Painting lessons and events with Maureen McKenna. For details and information contact Maureen at Simplestrokesart@gmail.com Like me on Facebook at Simple Strokes Art

40th Annual Spring Fest Art Show & Sale Call to Artists!

This is an invitation and opportunity to display and sell your artwork. All ages welcome! Thursday and Friday May 3rd and 4th prior to Spring Fest artwork will be on display at the ArtBeat Community Center across from the Court house Square. The art show will open Thursday evening May 3rd at 6pm with work from area artists and residents. Come be a part of this growing art community. We appreciate your support and participation! Call or message Cheryl Holt 910.271.0433 for more information.

Calling All Artists!

Artwork Submission Entry Form Name: ____________________________ Address: __________________________ __________________________________ Phone: ____________________________ E-Mail: ____________________________ Age: ______________________________ Artwork Title: ______________________ __________________________________

For information email RoxanneMoore@live.com Or call/message Cheryl Holt 910.271.0433 The Pender Arts Council meets monthly at ArtBeat Community Center at 7:30. Come join us!

LIKE us on Facebook ArtBeat of Burgaw Sunshine Studio Stained Glass RoseWrye Emerge Studio Art Grits Grove Design The Arts at Burgaw Antiqueplace Kidz Klub of Burgaw Simple Strokes Art

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Join the family.

There are lots of reasons why Publix Super Markets is the store where shopping is a pleasure. And there are just as many reasons why working here is a pleasure, too. It all starts with the people. Publix is the country’s largest employee-owned business, and it is continually ranked as one of the best places to work. We’re also committed to our community by fighting hunger, supporting youth soccer, sponsoring runs and walks, and promoting health and wellness.

Coming soon to Surf City Arboretum at Surf City 2765 NC Hwy. 210 E.

Ready to join the Publix family? Visit publix.com/careers.

Helpful information to enhance senior living provided by Pender Adult Services

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MAY 2018

Elmer Hodges retires from PAS Board of Directors Elmer Hodges has served as a dedicated member of the Pender Adult Services Board of Directors since 2012.

He has also devoted hundreds of hours of service to the agency volunteering at the Topsail Senior Center for the past 22 years helping with the oversight and maintenance of the facility.

He has recruited many volunteers to enhance the facility and make necessary repairs to the senior center.

“Sincere appreciation is expressed to Elmer Hodges for all the work and devotion he has provided over the past 22 years,” said Wesley Davis, PAS

Executive Director.

Elmer was genuinely pleased with his gift, a framed drawing of the Topsail Center.

He and his wife, Betsy were attending the annual Silent Auction fundraiser when they were surprised with the recognition. He is very involved with the Marine Corp League and active at his church. He continues to volunteer at the Topsail Center.

“Even after retiring from the board he still gets to the center by 7:30 a.m. two days a week to open. He is greatly appreciated,” said Donna Murphrey, Topsail Center Coordinator.

The Harmony Belles of Wilmington will provide entertainment for the May 22 Older Americans Month celebration at Heritage Place.

Older Americans Month 2018

Every May, the Administration on Aging, part of the Administration for Community Living, leads our nation’s observance of Older American’s Month.

The 2018 theme, Engage at Every Age, emphasizes that you are never too old (or young) to take part in activities that can enrich your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It also celebrates the many ways in which older adults make a difference in our communities.

Participating in activities that promote mental and physical wellness, offering your wisdom and experience to the next generation, seeking the mentorship of someone with more life experience than you – those are just a few examples of what being engaged can mean. No matter where you are in your life, there is no better time than now to start. We hope you will join in and Engage at Every Age! Come celebrate with us

May 22, 2018 at Heritage Place. The Harmony Belles of Wilmington will be back with us to entertain us. Program begins at 12:30 p.m..

Join us for Congregate Meals at noon.

Our Congregate Meals offer a great opportunity for seniors to get out of the house, meet new people, and enjoy a well-balanced meal. Seniors age 60 and older, who are registered in the Congregate Meals Program may pay on a cost-sharing basis. Suggested

amount is $2.50. Guests aged 59 and under, take-out meals, and seniors not registered in the Congregate Meals Program pay full price.

We offer many classes and groups to help you engage at every age. We would love for you to join us. Please review our schedule of ac- Elmer Hodges (left) is recognized by PAS Executive Directivities and/or make sugges- tor Wes Davis upon his retirement from the PAS Board of tions for new ones to Jennifer Directors.

Mathews, Heritage Place (910)259-9119 extension 303 or Donna Murphrey, Topsail Senior (910) 270-0708.

SHIIP helps save N.C. Medicare beneficiaries millions Many retirees and Medicare beneficiaries are on a fixed income and want to save money wherever they can. Each year, thousands of people contact SHIIP throughout the state to help them identify savings in their Medicare coverages.

Throughout the year, but particularly during the Medicare Open Enrollment period from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, Medicare beneficiaries are urged to compare their cur-

rent coverage for the Part D Prescription Drug plan to determine if their current plan is still the most appropriate for the coming year.

Each year for mularies change, prices change and programs change and many times the Medicare beneficiary is unaware of the differences.

In 2017, the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Prog ram (SHIIP), along with

the SHIIP coordinating sites statewide, assisted 102,000 consumers saving them $60 million. In addition, nearly 6,500 consumers received assistance applying for the Extra Help program. In Pender County, the Pender Adult Services assisted 406 consumers and saved Pender County residents $517,442.

If you have questions about Medicare or the Extra Help program, contact SHIIP at

1-855-408-1212 to speak with a trained counselor or to request a free brochure.

Contact information for local coordinating sites in each county in North Carolina can be found by visiting www. ncshiip.com.

Locally Pender Adult Services provides volunteers to assist Medicare Clients.

Please call 910-259-9119 to schedule an appointment with a locally trained counselor.

Know the warning signs

May is National Stroke Awareness Month A stroke or “brain attack” occurs when blood flow to an area of the brain is blocked.

When this happens, the affected brain cells are deprived of oxygen and will begin to die.

As brain cells die, the abilities controlled by that area of the brain are lost. Early recognition and treatment are crucial to minimize per-

manent damage.

Re c o g n i z e s i g n s a n d symptoms of a stroke •Sudden numbness or weakness of face, arm or leg on one side of the body •Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding •Sudden vision problem in one or both eyes •Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or

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coordination •Sudden severe headache with no known cause Use FAST to help you remember the warning signs of a stroke: •F-Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of their face droop?

•A-Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

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Steps to Health- Take Control is a chronic disease prevention program that provides strategies to help adults manage their health. This six-week prog ram will be offered at Heritage Place in May. It informs, empowers, and motivates participants to

change their eating and physical activity patterns.

The program provides opportunities for participants to track their goals and progress toward healthy eating and physical activity behaviors.

Each 1-hour session contains a basic cooking demonstra-

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•S-Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase.

Is their speech slurred or strange?

•T-Time: If you observe any of the above signs, call 911 immediately.

Fo r m o re i n fo r m at i o n about strokes such as risk factors and prevention visit: www.stroke.org

Call 910.259.9111 for more information.

Topsail Silent Auction The Topsail Senior Center and Pender Adult Services would like to thank our kind and generous sponsors as well as the community for their support of our Topsail Silent Auction.

The evening was very relaxed and entertainment by the Cape Fear Chordsmen was enjoyed by everyone. More than 150 items were donated for the auction and many volunteers gave many hours to collect and display the items.

Again, we want to thank our seniors and the community for your wonderful spirit of giving. You all have helped to

not only maintain this center, but have helped with the care and well being of those seniors who are unable, either physically or financially to take care of themselves.

Thank you AARP TaxAide volunteers We wish to say a huge thank you to our AARP Tax Aide Volunteers. These volunteers assisted with taxes at Topsail Senior Center Monday and Wednesday afternoons weekly during tax season. We also appreciate that they crossed the county to offer two full days at Heritage Place. We look forward to working with you again next year.

RSVP News

By Barbara Mullins RSVP Coordinator April was National Volunteer Appreciation month. This is a very special time to honor volunteers for their time and service. Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) always

appreciates our volunteers throughout Pender County.

They are knowledgeable, caring, relentless, always cheerful and positive, give from their hearts, and truly are the greatest volunteers to work with.

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tion and sample of a healthy recipe. The recipes and nutrition handouts are provided to program participants.

This program will begin May 17 at 12:30 p.m. and be offered the following Thursdays with one Tuesday June 12.

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Pender Adult Services, Inc.

Offers assistance in the home for individuals and their families in Pender and Duplin Counties Services include CAP In-Home aide, Personal Care & Private Pay. CALL NOW FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Personal Care, Sitter, Light house keeping, Respite

Phone: 910-259-9119 Fax: 910-259-9144 Contact: Rebecca Boggs, RN

Caregivers Needed...we are hiring!!

Call today to start you new career!

Ask for Anna at 259-9119 x 318

Pender Adult Services May 2018

May 1 & 2 – No RSVP Perks this month May 8 – RSVP Recognition Dinner (HP) May 9 – Retired Pender County School Personnel Meeting – 11a.m.

May 9 - Blind Group Meeting 1p.m. (HP) May 14 – Bowling at Ten Pin Alley May 17 – Steps to Health – TAKE CONTROL begins – 12:30 p.m. (HP) May 17 - Health Checks – 11:30 a.m. (TSC) sponsored by PCHD May 22 – Older American’s Month Celebration – Harmony Belles noon May 24 – Health Checks – 11:30 a.m. (HP) sponsored by PCHD May 24 – Steps to Health – TAKE CONTROL #2 – 12:30 p.m. (HP) May 28 – Memorial Day Closed (HP & TSC) INFORMATION PLEASE – WE ARE HERE TO HELP Please call the center 259-9119 X 309 if you need information, referral or assistance with any of the following services:

Roberta “Bird” Bost and Elmer Hodges have served on the PAS Agency Board together.

Memorial and Honorary Giving Program •In Memory of Joan Sargeant

By Kathy & Mike Griffin •Contributions from All Saints Catholic Church Willarlea Ruritan Thank you for your contributions Topsail Senior Center would like to Express our thanks to Dee Dee Harkey for the desk umbrellas!

We are already enjoying them!!

For more information on Pender Adult Services Memorial and Honorary Giving Program please contact Wesley Davis at 910-259-9119.

Health Screenings Insurance Counseling Legal Services Caregivers Classes Housing Home Repair/Modification In-home Aide Services Social Security Benefits Adult Day Care/Day Health Disaster Services Hospice Care Rehabilitation Services Respite Telephone Reassurance Energy Assistance

Fitness & Health Promotion Tax Preparation/Counseling Transportation Medical/General Family Support Groups Reverse Mortgage Counseling Home Health Services Medicaid Benefits/Medicare Benefits Job Training/Placement Community Mental Health Durable Medical Equipment/Assistive Devices Long-term Care Facilities Report Suspected Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance) Congregate Meals/Home Delivered Meals Food Distribution

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They never look to be rewarded or even thanked, but just volunteer because it makes them feel good.

Our RSVP Board members decided this year to personally write notes to thank each one of our RSVP volunteers.

The result was double-fold, the Board member felt good to thank a volunteer specifically for their service, and the volunteers have been calling my office or dropping by with their notes to say how special this was.

Have you thanked a volunteer today? Someone you meet at our Senior Center, someone that works at the Library, or the School, or the Thrift store, or the Turtle Hospital, or the Museum? It’s never too late to let a volunteer know just how special they are.

And while you are thinking about it, come join our RSVP Team. We always need volunteers, in many different categories. The more volunteers, the more needs we tend to.

For information call 910-2599119 (ext 329) or email bmullins@penderpas.com.

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Hampstead Women’s Club Hampstead Women’s Club

PLATINUM SPONSORS PLATINUM SPONSORS Marine of Hampstead Hampstead MarineCorp CorpLeague League of Woodmen Coast WoodmenLife Life Pender Pender Coast BRONZE BRONZE SPONSORS SPONSORS

CoastalPender Pender Rotary Coastal Rotary Elmer& & Betsy Betsy Hodges Elmer Hodges JohnsonDrug Drug of of Hampstead Johnson Hampstead

Thankyou you for for your your support!

Thank support!

Heritage Place Opportunities Monday 8:00—7:00 9:00 Art Class 12:00 Meals 1:00 Bid Whist 1:00 Canasta 3:00 Lamplighters Chorus (offsite at times) 6:00 Line Dance

Tuesday

Wednesday

8:00—5:00

8:00—5:00

9:00 Crocheting 9:00 RSVP Perks (1st) 10:30 Group Walk 11:00 Geri-fit 12:00 Meals 12:30 Pinochle/ 1:00 Rummikub 1:00 Quilting Group 1:00 Knitting Group

9:00 Basket Class 11:00 Bingo 12:00 Meals 1:00 Bid Whist 1:00 Bridge 1:00 Blind Support (2nd )

Phone: 910-259-9119

Thursday

Friday

8:00—5:00

8:00—3:00

9:30 RSVP Card Class (2nd) 10:00 Jewelry 10:30 Group Walk 11:00 Geri-fit

11:00 Bingo 12:00 Meals

11:30 Caregivers Group(4th) 11:30 Health Checks (4th)

Saturday—closed Facility Available For Rentals

12:00 Meals

1:00 Rummikub/ MEX TRAIN

3:00 Craft Club

Phone: 910-270-0708

Topsail Senior Center Opportunities Monday 8:30 am—5:00 pm 9:00 Art Class (group) 10:00 Modified PILATES 12:00 Meals 1:00 Tree Top Quilters(2nd) 3:00 Hospice Trg (2nd)

Tuesday 8:30 am—5:00 pm 9:00 Baskets 9:00 Geri-Fit 10:00 Senior Crafts & fun 12:00 Meals 2:00 Gentle YOGA 3:15 Advanced Tai Chi

Wednesday 8:30 am—5:00 pm 9:00 Quilting Bee 9:00 RSVP Perks (1st) 9:30 Knitting Group 12:00 Meals 1:00 Canasta

Thursday 8:30 am—5:00 pm 9:00 Geri-fit & Cribbage 10:00 YOGA 10:00 Bingo 11:15 Beg. Tai Chi

Friday 8:30 am—2:30 pm 11:00 Line Dance 12:00 Meals 12:00 Line dance 2 Caregivers Support ** **Call for info

1:00 Quilting/Mahjong/ BRIDGE

Saturday –Facility Available for rentals

12:00 Meals (BP Checks-3rd)

Fitness Fusion Group Fitness Classes Pender Adult Services is committed to providing our community a safe, stable, environment in which individuals can maintain their independence, good health practices, and a healthy sense of self-esteem.

Monday Open 5:00—9:00 5:30 RPM Cycling 8:30 BODYPUMP 9:40 YOGA 10:45 FIT OVER 50 5:30 BODYPUMP

Tuesday Open 5:00—9:00 5:30 RPM Cycling 9:40 YOGA 10:45 FIT OVER 50 5:30 BODY ATTACK 5:30 RPM Cycling

Wednesday Open 5:00—9:00 7:00 RPM Cycling 8:30 BODYPUMP 9:50 PILATES 5:30 BODY PUMP Massage by Appointment

Thursday Open 5:00—9:00 5:30 RPM Cycling 9:40 YOGA 10:45 FIT OVER 50 5:30 RPM Cycling 5:30 BODY ATTACK

Phone: 910-259-0422 Friday Open 5:00—9:00 8:30 BODYPUMP 9:50 PILATES 5:30 BODY PUMP

Saturday

Open 8:00—2:30 8:30 RPM Cycling 8:30 Body Attack