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Thursday, December 8, 2016

BOC approves sale of Pender Commerce park land

Christmas parade in Atkinson

Major transportation company coming to Pender County

Staff photos by Katie H. and Andy Pettigrew

Atkinson Assistant Fire Chief Jason Turner (above) escorts a special ďŹ reman in the annual Atkinson Christmas Parade last Saturday. A young parade participant (left) waves to the crowd lining the street at the annual event. See more photos of the parade on Facebook and on page 14A.

Live nativity at Burgaw Presbyterian Dec. 11 On the evening of Dec. 11, the true spirit of Christmas will come alive in Burgaw.

In an outdoor worship service held at Burgaw Presbyterian Church, the beautiful story of the birth of Jesus will be reverently portrayed as real people become angels, shepherds and wisemen; real animals become the beasts of Bethlehem.

Words spoken from scripture and instrumental and vocal music

Groundbreaking scheduled for Surf City and

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set the scene to issue a special welcome for the Holy family with the newborn baby.

The community is invited to come out at 5:30 p.m. for this unique presentation and that each one will receive a special blessing for the Christmas season.

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Pender County Schools will hold groundbreaking ceremonies for the Penderlea and Surf City bond projects Dec. 15-16 The school projects funding was approved by the Pender County Commissioners in November.

The groundbreaking for Penderlea will take place at 3:30 p.m. Dec. 15 at Penderlea School, 82 Penderlea Road, Willard. The Surf City project groundbreaking is scheduled for 2 p.m. Dec. 16.

Guests should park along Perkins Drive and Shepards Road. Please wear appropriate footwear and park under the power lines along Perkins Drive and Shepards Road by 1:30 p.m for transportation to the groundbreaking site.

A reception will follow both events.

Shop with a Cop

Burgaw police program pairs officers, kids during holiday

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By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher Pender County Commissioners approved a bid for a 10.5-acre parcel at $38,500 per useable acre in Pender Commerce Park.

Wilmington Business Development has secured a developer who plans to build a facility for a transportation company in the park. Commissioner David Williams and WBD negotiated the sale price, with no county incentives involved in the sale. After the required upset bid period, a contract for the property sale will be submitted. “This is a developer that will build a facility and lease it to the transportation company,� Williams said. “The company that is coming in is a major corporation that everyone would recognize. This is the most we have received per acre in Pender Commerce Park.�

Commissioners added this resolution to Monday’s agenda to speed the upset bid process.

County attorney Trey Thurman says the developer is ready to move on the property purchase.

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Harold Pollock works on the set of the live nativity at the Burgaw Presbyterian Church last week.

The second annual Shop with a Cop program, sponsored by the Burgaw Police Department, will get underway Dec. 9. Burgaw Police have long worked to make Christmas brighter for families in need, but for the past several years, the department has taken a more personal approach. “We had a Christmas program in place, but it didn’t really link the community with law enforcement. Now we pair an officer with a child.

The officer goes out and meets the child and family. On the Shop with a Cop day, we pick up the child, who is excused from school, and come back to the Burgaw Community House for breakfast with Santa,� said Burgaw Police Chief Jim Hock. “We then take them shopping.�

Hock says the prog ram works to instill the idea of giving during the holiday season. “We tell the kids we are shopping to buy gifts for those in the home with them. We also have secret shoppers that go along with them to purchase gifts for the child.�

After the shopping, the officer and child goes back to the Community House for lunch and activities in the afternoon and then home. The officers keep the gifts and close to Christmas, deliver them to the home. The program also provides a Christmas meal for the family.

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Newton sworn in, McCoy seated for second term

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher

Newly-elected Pender County Commissioner Jackie Newton was sworn in Monday, taking her seat on the board. Newton defeated encumbent commissioner Demetrice Keith in November.

With Newton’s seating on the board, the Pender County Commissioners becomes an allRepublican board. Commissioner Fred McCoy was also sworn in for a second term.

Board members praised outgoing commissioner Keith. “This isn’t just a two times a month job.

We’re in it all the time,� said Commissioner David Williams. “Demetrice didn’t have time to go from the frying pan into the fire. When she sat down in that chair, she was in the fire.

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Keith came on the board by appointment of the Pender County Democratic Party after Commissioner Jimmy Tate resigned to take a job out of the county.

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Arrest report Kenneth Bannerman, 54, 8950 Old River Road, Burgaw. Obtaining property under false pretense, identity theft, financial card fraud. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $20,000 secured bond.

Joshua Caleb Boyd, 25, 571 Saplin Branch Road, Timberlake.

Possession of marijuana. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released, no bond.

Vanceston Lonnell Carter, 21, 7013 Pinecliff Drive, Leland.

Reckless driving to endanger, unsafe tires, communicating threats, open container after consuming alcohol, fictitious or altered registration, child support, spotlighting deer or night hunting, resisting a public officer. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,600 secured bond.

Natalyn Deserie Corbett, 49, 633 Saint Johns Church Road, Hampstead. Probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released, no bond.

Daniel Scott Derosa, 28, 99 W. Pueblo Drive, Jacksonville.

Driving while license revoked, possession of a fictitious, altered or revoked driver’s license. Arrest by Surf City Police Deparment. Released under $500 secured bond.

Nathan Gurganious, 40, 7216 Malpass Corner Road, Currie.

Resisting an officer. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office.

Released under $500 secured bond.

William Sullivan Hamel, 18, 7274 Trucking Lane, Leland.

Spotlighting or night deer hunting, resisting an officer. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond.

Tony Anthony Henry, 56, no address given. Driving while impaired, failure to stop at stop sign or flashing red light. Arrest

by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $500 secured bond.

Dante Lamont Hobbs, 19, 181 Godfrey Creek Road, Hampstead. Probation violation. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $8,000 secured bond.

James Allen Jarmon, 60, 1262 Borough Road, Currie. Assault on a female. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,000 secured bond.

Timothy Earl Kenon, Jr., 27, no address given. Breaking and entering, larceny, possession of stolen goods. Arrest by Tabor Correctional. Incarcerated, no bond.

Robert Chase Koluch, 24, 125 Spring Chase Lane, Rocky Point.

DWI, possession of a controlled substance, expired registration, expired/no inspection driving while license revoked, driving left of center, possession of drug parapheranalia, possession of prescription medicine outside of original container. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $4,000 secured bond.

Timothy Cornell Lewis, Jr., 30, 2 Misty Lane, Castle Hayne.

Assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury. Arrest

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

Juan Ramon Mendoza, 29, 422 Crete Drive, Wilmington.

Violation of domestic protection order. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $800 secured bond.

Ross Tremain Newton, 42, 511 South McNeil Street, Burgaw.

Driving while impaired. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $500 secured bond.

Brett Michael Raeihle, 18, 264 Beulah Lane, Hampstead. Failure to report accident, injury to real property. Arrest by Surf City Police Department. Released under $1,000 secured bond.

Stacy Allen Rogers, 47, 295 Military Cutoff Road, Wilmington.

Robbery with a dangerous weapon. Arrest by Tabor Correctional. Incarcerated, no bond.

Bobby Blane Rogers, 29, 180 Pierce Road, Richlands. Larceny,

Pender EMS & Fire Report Nov. 27-Dec. 3 Pender EMS Report Total number of Patient Contacts: 209 Calls per Station Burgaw Station 1 53 Sloop Point Station 14 22 Hampstead Station 16 33 Surf City Station 23 11 Topsail Beach Station 4 13 Union Station 5 16 Rocky Point Station 7 34 Maple Hill Station 8 8 Atkinson Station 9 19 Scott Hill Station 18 0 Hwy 421 South Station 29 0 Type of Calls Cancelled: 2 Refusals: 62 Standy By: 3 Transported: 111 Treated/released:11 Fire Department Report Calls per Station Total Calls: 47 Rescue Station 1 Burgaw 12 Fire Station 14 Sloop Point 10 Fire Station 16 Hampstead 8 Fire Station 18 Scotts Hill 7 Fire Station 21 Long Creek 1 Fire Station 29 Hwy 421 South 9 Fire Call Type Summary Fire 8 Motor Vehicle Crash 7 Search and Rescue 1 EMS First Response 23 Cancelled 8 Ocean Rescue 0

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trespassing. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,500 secured bond.

Arturo Mendez Saturnino, 21, 800 Willard Road, Willard. No operator’s license, driving while impaired. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $1,700 secured bond.

Richard Ryan Sealy, 39, 301 Mulberry Lane, Rocky Point.

DWI, failure to comply with license restrictions, reckless driving to endanger. Arrest by NC Highway Patrol. Released under $3,500 secured bond.

Justus William Simmons, 33, 120 N. Alderman Street, Atkinson. Breaking and entering. Arrest by Department of Adult Corrections. Incarcerated, no bond.

Brandon Trevor Simpson, 31, 618 Costin Lane, Burgaw. Communicating threats. Arrest by Burgaw Police Department.

Released under $500 secured bond.

Kristian Victor Solberg, 32, 110 Pinecrest Drive, Jacksonville. Reckless driving to endanger, operating a vehicle with no insurance, cancelled, revoked or suspended tag, possession of marijuana, possession of marijuana paraphernalia. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $2,500 secured bond.

Charles Christopher Whaley, 26, 118 Lettie Lennex, Nakina.

Driving while license revoked. Arrest by Pender County Sheriff ’s Office. Released under $500 secured bond.

Information in the arrest report is public record and is obtained from the Pender County Sheriff’s Department, who is responsible for the content. An arrest does not always end in a determination of guilt in court.

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Watha man pleads guilty to rape charge From Staff Reports Humberto Torrez, 37 of Watha, pled guilty this week in Pender County Superior Court to first degree rape before the Honorable Judge Beecher Gray. Torrez was sentenced to 240-348 months in the Department of Adult Correction.

Once he is released from the Department of Adult Correction he will be placed on post-release supervision for 60 months and must register as a sex offender for life.

In 2012 Torrez raped a 10year-old girl. In 2015, when he was confronted by both the victim and law enforcement investigators, he admitted his crimes.

Humberto Torrez The Burgaw Police Department was instrumental in obtaining the guilty plea from this defendant. Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith handled the case for the state.

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Conviction in 2015 Burgaw Family Dollar robbery From Staff Reports S t a c y Ro d g e r s , 4 7 o f Wilmington, pled guilty last week in Pender County Superior Court to robbery with a dangerous weapon. Rodgers was sentenced to 88-118 months in the Department of Adult Correction.

In 2015, Rodgers walked into the Family Dollar in Burgaw and produced a note demanding money from the cashier. At the same time, Rodgers showed the cashier what she believed to be a firearm.

The cashier gave Rodgers $138 in cash and Rodgers fled.

Officers with the Burgaw Police Department apprehended

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Stacy Rodgers Rodgers shortly after the robbery as he was getting on I-40 to escape.

The Burgaw Police Department was instrumental in obtaining the guilty plea from this defendant. Assistant District Attorney Jason Smith handled the case for the state.

In other action, the board reelected Brown as chairman of the board, with McCoy as vice-chairman. Trey Thurman was also reappointed to the position of county attorney, with Melissa Long returning as county clerk. especially well in a small town such as Burgaw.

“Last year was the first time we did this and to this day there are some of the officers and families that interact. It’s a lot easier in Burgaw because of the size of the town. “

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Farm income down in Pender County

By Mark Seitz Pender County Extension Director Pender County far mers enjoyed a relatively good corn and soybean harvest in 2016, in spite of a bout of really hot weather in July, the hurricane in late summer and bout of really wet weather in September. Since then of course we’ve gone bone dry.

Unfortunately for our farmers, they had to have a good to excellent corn year in terms of yield just to break even

because corn prices are way down from three or four years ago. With that drop in price farm incomes have dropped too.

Far m income in Pender County has dropped from a high of $177 million in 2012 to about $112 million in 2015.

Most of that loss is from corn prices going from close to $8 a bushel for corn in 2012 to around $3.80 this fall. Soybean prices have dropped from $17$18 down to about $9. That affects grain farmers in this state in a big way.

I saw an example of that traveling through Ohio last week. In my Mom’s home county alone – Hardin County, Ohio – farmers plant eight times more cor n than in Pender County and corn yields average 32 bushels per acre more than in Pender County.

Their average yields are better than some of our best yields.

It’s corn country with better soils and better climate.

While our state has a big influence on the poultry and pork business, we are blip on the radar in the grain world.

Caution urged during holiday season

By Andy Pettigrew Post & Voice Publisher Law enforcement officials urge caution during the holiday shopping season, which often proves to be a good time for thieves.

Burgaw Police Chief Jim Houk says vehicles and buildings that are unsecured are more likely to be targeted by thieves.

Easily removeable items such as money, cell phones,

GPS systems, and satellite radios left in plain view may attract attention of others who intend to steal.

During the holiday shopping season, packages left in unlocked vehicles are prime targets for crime.

“You really need to make sure your vehicle is locked.

It’s really easy for people to walk buy and pull a door h a n d l e, A l o t o f ve h i cl e break-ins happen in unlocked cars,” Houk said. “During

the Christmas season, there are high dollar items in cars.

Make sure there is nothing of value in sight. Lock your valuables in the trunk or leave them at home.”

Houk says make sure your vehicle is locked, even if it’s the driveway or garage.

“Be sure to stay alert of your surroundings as well.

When entering and leaving your vehicle, park in well-lit areas and watch for suspicious activity.”

You are cordially invited to the unveiling of a portrait of

The Honorable Gary E. Trawick

Superior Court Judge (Retired) and the swearing in to office of

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Pender County Courthouse Burgaw Reception to follow after at the Historic Burgaw Train Depot

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Rocky Point Girl Scouts earn Silver Award Gracyn and Madison Bryant of Rocky Point have been awarded the Girl Scout Silver Award by North Carolina Coastal Pines Girl Scouts. The Girl Scout Silver Award is the second highest achievement in Girl Scouting.

The award symbolizes a Girl Scout Cadette’s accomplishments in Girl Scouting and her community as she discovers her strengths and takes action to make the world a better place.

For their Girl Scout Silver Award project, the sisters developed a game to add to the therapeutic riding program at Coastal Therapeutic Riding Program Facility (CTRP).

CTRP provides therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with disabilities.

With a passion for horseback riding, the girls learned that during therapy lessons the rider has the opportunity to go to The Sensory Grove to play games on horseback. Some of the games were in need

of repair and most of them were geared toward younger riders, so they developed a more challenging game for the older adult therapy riders and people with disabilities. The game can be used for all ages and has helped people reach milestones.

Gracyn and Madison are the daughters of Todd and Carol Bryant and have both been Girl Scouts since 2011.

In addition to Girl Scouting, Gracyn participates in cheerleading, horseback riding, and band. Madison participates in volleyball, soccer, Rachel’s Challenge, Junior Beta Club, Science Olympiad, Battle of the Books, and band. They are members of Troop #220 led by Adam Credle.

The Silver Award is the

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Opinion Thursday, December 8, 2016, Page 4A

Time to put the money where his mouth is With the gubernatorial battle finally over, Raleigh should be an interesting place in a few months.

As is always the case with politics, there are sides on the sides of sides. On one hand, we have a new governor who owes a good piece of his election totals to the bad choices several national special interest groups found to be easy pickings. On the other, we have legislators who are inheriting a budget surplus, caused in part by the sensible if austere financial policies from the previous Roy Cooper neglected administration. It’s going to be no opportunity to critiinteresting to see if the solons have the spine to stand up to the cize the McCrory adgroups who will be approaching ministration, rightly or with their hands out – or their wrongly. He now has the fists raised with the threat of chance and the respon“We took out McCrory, and we sibility to put his money can take you, too.” where his mouth is Roy Cooper has taken some justifiable hits during his campaign for governor, as well as putting lipstick on some very troublesome pigs. He has his roots in two of the worst-performing administrations in our state’s recent history, and some of those surrounding him seem to have the attitude that extinguishing a fire in a schoolhouse might be a bad thing if the idea is suggested by anyone from the wrong party.

North Carolina has become job- and business-friendly again; many working taxpayers saw more in their pockets and less in the government coffers from their paychecks during the last few years of the McCrory administration. Local governments were forced to pay more attention to the rights of the individual. Biggest in many minds right now is the fact that the departing administration didn’t play when it came to disaster response, unlike the state’s previous leaders.

And never mind the fact that the state’s teachers saw their first real pay raise in decades under Pat McCrory.

Roy Cooper neglected no opportunity to criticize the McCrory administration, rightly or wrongly. He now has the chance and the responsibility to put his money where his mouth is, and prove that the state was better off under the policies of his administration. We hope the people of the state will be watching.

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A redistricting psalm of lament?

Four weeks following the Nov. 8 election and just five weeks before elected officials are due to be sworn into office we still don’t know the final outcomes of two statewide and several legislative races.

Compounding this confusion, a federal court ruled this week that North Carolina must redraw districts and hold new legislative elections next year. Like the Old Testament Psalmist we raise a song of lament: When, oh when, will our leaders put an end to constant redistricting court battles and establish an independent redistricting commission?

In August, a three-judge federal district court panel ruled that lawmakers unconstitutionally used racial gerrymandering to surgically stack and pack minorities in 28 legislative districts, effectively diluting their voting power. The court ordered new legislative districts be drawn but since November’s elections were so near North Carolina should proceed using the currently drawn districts.

This week the court expanded their decision by saying that not only would new districts need to be drawn by Mar. 15, but also new legislative elections were to be held next fall. Redrawing 28 districts will impact just about every House and Senate district, essentially limiting lawmakers to a one-year term.

Republican legislative leaders have already signaled they plan to appeal the decision to the U.S. Supreme Court, but that court is unlikely to change the district court verdict. The Supreme Court is hopelessly snarled with a four-four split among Democrats and Republicans, and

a tie vote on this appeal only upholds the federal court ruling. Even if the court isn’t evenly split Justices have consistently ruled against gerrymandering that results in the dilution of voting power among minorities.

Our legislators have a string of court defeats to show for their gerrymandering. In addition to the legislative districts verdict, another federal district court ruled the state’s 13 U.S. House districts were unconstitutional.

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear appeals of that decision next week. Additionally, efforts to redraw the districts for Wake County school board and Board of Commissioners were overturned on grounds that they violated constitutional guarantees of equal representation, packing too many voters in one district and not enough in another.

Then last year a federal judge blocked attempts to redraw new voting districts for the Greensboro City Council.

Expect the 2017 legislature to redraw legislative districts to comply with the court and for the state to go through another round of primary elections in the summer and general elections in the fall of 2017. Hopefully the new maps will be fairer and more representative.

One would also hope our legislative leaders would show some statesmanship and acknowledge what they have previously advocated, namely the need for an impartial and independent redistricting commission. Not only could it potentially avoid future legal fights but would also save the state money, funds better used for schools, infrastructure and other public purposes.

Properly structured, this commission would ensure fairer elections that are more representative.

There may not be enough time to establish an independent redistricting commission to meet the Mar. 15 deadline, but it is the right thing to do and now is the right time to do it. Before voting next fall we should ask every legislative candidate to sign a pledge to support redistricting reform.

Campbell is former assistant state treasurer and is host of NC SPIN, a weekly statewide television discussion of state issues. It airs Saturday at 7 a.m. on WILM-TV.

Jefferson Weaver

Pearl Harbor and safety pins

I spent a few minutes more than I intended to watching television the other afternoon, and it got me to thinking about safety pins.

Now, one might not equate the attack of Pearl Harbor with safety pins – diaper pins, my mom called them – but I couldn’t help doing so. The program told the story of Dec. 7, 1941, through firsthand accounts of men and women who were there.

I did the math on one of the gentlemen, and he was 18 when the Japanese attacked. He told of firing a machine gun that burned his hands until he was dragged away from his post by a buddy, who was 20. The section of the ship where they were stationed was burning around them, and the narrator said he thought he was just feeling the heat of the machine gun.

I couldn’t imagine that type of focus, much less courage.

Here he was, a year or so off the farm, trying to singlehandedly defend his shipmates, his ship and his country, while he was being shot at and feeling his skin scorch.

Flash forward 75 years, and we have people wearing safety pins.

I look forward to meeting one of these so-called “social justice warriors” one day, so I can test my own faith, diplomacy and restraint.

I asked a young friend the other day exactly what an SJW was, and she wove a flowery narrative of peace, love, tolerance, and accep-

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Jefferson Weaver tance -- as long as one wasn’t white, Christian, a naturalized or born American, or heterosexual. She referred to SJWs as the “true heroes of today.”

I beg your pardon?

She said you can tell true SJWs because they are proud enough to wear a safety pin; the pin shows people in need of tolerance, acceptance and for all I know, having their noses wiped that the pin-wearer is their friend.

It doesn’t necessarily mean that the pin-wearer will stand between the scaredy-cat and danger, help them find a job, apply for legal citizenship, or join a Bible-believing church. It just means – shoot. I ain’t sure what it means, except the safety pin is supposed to mean you’re, well, a nice person.

One of my proudest accomplishments is the fact that I have friends with whom I disagree on virtually everything social, political and faith-related.

These are still true friends, not social media acquaintances. We can argue and debate and even get a little nasty, but at the end we still care for each other, and still respect one another’s right to our opinions. I don’t have much truck with folks who become strident when their world view is threatened by logic and maturity, two things that seem to be lacked by the Safety Pin Crowd.

Now, I don’t always agree with Dr. Mike Adams, but we’re on the same page more often than not, even if I sometimes disagree with his approach. What’s frightening is that I can remember when my old school was just beginning to desperately, frantically try to brand itself as a haven of liberal thought. It took a lot of years to cast aside common sense and true open minded attitudes, but they endeavored, preserved and finally sort of succeeded.

Many folks question

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Locating lost life insurance policies Dear Savvy Senior, When my mom passed away we thought she had a life insurance policy, but we have no idea how to track it down.

Do you know of any resources that might help?

Searching Susan Dear Susan, Lost or forgotten life insurance policies are very common in the U.S. It’s estimated that more than $7 billion in benefits from unclaimed life insurance policies are waiting to be claimed by their rightful beneficiaries.

While unfortunately, there isn’t a national database for tracking down these policies, there are a number of strategies and a few new resources that can help your search.

Here are several to get you started. s3EARCH HER RECORDS: Check your mom’s financial records or storage areas where she kept her important papers for a policy, records of premium payments, or bills from an insurer. Also contact her employer or former employer benefits administrator, insurance agents, financial planner, accountant, attorney or other adviser and ask if they know about a life insurance policy. Also check safe-deposit boxes, monitor the mail for premium invoices or whole-life dividend notices, and review old income-tax returns, looking for interest income from, and interest expenses paid, to life insurance companies.

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s#ONTACT THE INSURER: If you suspect that a particular insurer underwrote the policy, contact that carrier’s claim office and ask. The more information you have, like your mom’s date of birth and death, Social Security number and address, the easier it will be to track down.

Contact information of some big insurers include: Prudential 800-778-2255; MetLife Metlife.com/policyfinder; AIG 800-888-2452; Nationwide 800-848-6331; John Hancock JohnHancock.com – click on “Contact Us” then on “Account Search Request.” s'ET STATE HELP: Nineteen state insurance departments have a policy locator service program that can help you locate lost life insurance, and many other states offer resources that can help you with your search. To find direct access to these resources visit the American Council of Life Insurers website at ACLI.com/consumers – click on “Missing Policy Tips.” s3EARCH UNCLAIMED PROPERTY: If your mom died more than a few years ago, benefits may have already been turned over to the unclaimed property office of the state where the policy was purchased. Go to MissingMoney. com, a website of the National Association of Unclaimed

Property Administrators, to search records from 40 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. The pull-down menu under Links connects you to a map and addresses for unclaimed property agencies. Or, to find links to each state’s unclaimed-property division use Unclaimed.org.

If your mom’s name or a potential benefactor’s name produces a hit, you’ll need to prove your claim. Required documentation, which can vary by state, is detailed in claim forms, and a death certificate might be necessary.

If you need a copy of your mom’s death certificate, contact the vital records office in the state where she died, or go to VitalChek.com. s3EARCH FEE BASED SERVICES: There are several businesses that offer policy locator services for a fee. The MIB Group, for example, which is a data-sharing service for life and health insurance companies, offers a policy locator service at PolicyLocator.com for $75. But it only tracks applications for individual policies made since 1996.

You can also get assistance at Policy Inspector (PolicyInspector.com) for $99, and L-LIFE (LostLifeIns.com) for $108.50, who will do the searching for you.

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Opening presence Who can resist the sound of a child chanting let’s open presents? Something about their mere presence makes holiday celebrations feel more fun.

And children are palpably present, unlike their adult counterparts who are typically pondering the past and anticipating the future, completely oblivious to the magic of the moment. Young ones can get as excited about the wrapping as they do about a gift itself.

Wouldn’t it be nice if adults could embrace life’s packaging with similar eagerness and openness? After all, it is the journey that shapes us, not the destination. And life’s most promising opportunities often come clothed as challenging work. Life does not always look like we thought it would; it is what happens while we are making other plans.

Have you noticed how holiday conversations focus on what you are giving and getting for Christmas? And where and with whom you will spend your time? The older we get the more we realize it is not what is under the tree that matters as much as those who gather around it with us.

And where did the time go, we still wonder? And what will the new year hold?

Adults are always busy working on their to do list, while children work at perfecting ta’ das. Why not create a to be list for the New Year, rather than the traditional to do list, and start it with a plan to be more physically, emotionally and spiritually present?

I suspect you have seen the revised holiday to do list frequenting Facebook and email: Be present, wrap someone with a hug, send peace, donate food, make love and be the light. I am glad to see so many sharing these suggestions, reflecting the true meaning of the season.

Practicing presence is paramount to hearing and honoring our purpose on the planet, yet many miss the meaning of their own mundane meanderings. Give yourself and your loved ones the gift of your presence this holiday season.

My soul sister gave me a wonderful wall hanging with multiple reminders of the importance of living and loving life in the present. She said it is totally me. My surrogate parents gave me a beautiful butterfly necklace that says live in the present moment.

These glorious gifts are priceless compliments confirming that those in my close circle hear my heartsong and see me practicing what I preach.

Where are you the most present? And who benefits most from your presence?

What presents are you looking most forward to giving and receiving this holiday season?

As you ease into Advent, and anticipate another new year, enjoy the presence/ presents.

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@ Your Library

The history of Pender County

By Mike Taylor Library Director Special to the Post & Voice Pender County Public Library maintains an archive of historical photographs with conservation practices to preserve original images and copies. At the same time, our digital online archive allows the public to view and enjoy the collection without the risks of wear and tear by handling the physical copies.

Over 1,000 photographs, mostly shared by people and some from the Pender County Museum and Penderlea Homestead Museum, are part of the collection. Mostly, we depend on people’s generosity to share their photographs by allowing us to scan them according to archival standards.

In addition to this monthly column, the Pender PostVoice is allowing the library to share a selection of photographs several times a month in this newspaper starting in 2017. The library welcomes comments, corrections to statements about the photographs, and offers to scan or receive additional photographs to add to the collection.

Sometimes we receive inquiries or comments from other parts of the country about a particular photograph. Sometimes the person has a Pender County connection, but not always. Our collection is also linked to the Digital Public Library of America (https://dp.la) and is found by Google and other Internet search engines.

Our digital photograph archive is hosted by Content-

DM, a division t of the world’s largest nonprofit cooperative of libraries (OCLC) “dedicated to the public purpose of furthering access to the world’s information and reducing costs.” ContentDM provides us with the software and online storage space to manage this collection at no charge.

We are honored this month to be one of four collections in the world to be featured on their website for the month of December. To browse our collection online, or to search for photos on specific topics or names, visit our website at: www.penderpubliclibrary. org. Follow the link on that site named “local history/ genealogy.”

We begin this series with two photographs linked to the Dees family of Pender County.

Dees Drug Store of Burgaw continuously under the same name for the past 100 years having been founded in 1916 by pharmacist Fred Dees. It was a constant center of town social life facing the court house square with a soda fountain and more recently a luncheonette in recent decades. This photograph was probably taken circa 1925.

The business left the family several decades ago, but the name remained. Sad for many, the store will be closing to reopen at Piggly Wiggly under a different name. This photo shows the drug store in the 1920’s with Fred Dees standing on the customer side of the counter with Dr. W.I. Taylor, Sr. on the employee side of the counter.

The building was renovated from the size pictured in the 1960’s to its current size.

The upstairs tenants included offices for attorneys, an apartment for Pender County historian Mattie Bloodworth, and even a jitterbug dance hall in the 1930s.

The blueprints from the original architect were given to an architecture student at NC State University, a Pender native and resident, and were donated to the library for preservation in 2015.

Fred Dees (1890-1939) died prematurely at 49 and his wife, Ellis Register Dees continued to manage the business and raise their sons. Shortly after his death, she built and opened Dees Tourist Home, a high caliber board house on Cowan Street. This photograph may have been taken circa 1945.

It was an active place particularly during the 1940s.

Many single school teachers took residence there, but other guests included business men, sometimes with their families. These included New Jersey blueberry businessmen who came down in season to manage their interests here.

Mrs. Dees was remarried to Richard Von Biberstein, Sr. but continued to host the occasional visitor nearly until her death in 1995. The 10-bedroom home is now reopening as a bed and breakfast on Cowan St. in Burgaw and was on the holiday house tour this past weekend.

Look for more photographs from Pender’s past here in the Post & Voice in 2017.

Two photographs from the Pender Library’s archives – Dees Drug (above) and Dees Tourist Home (below).

Newsings & Musings

By Edith Batson Post & Voice Staff Writer Historical Society Home Tour Saturday was tour day.

Holly Horton picked me up to go to the museum and sell tickets for the tour. She came at 9:30 and we stayed until about 3 p.m. Burgaw Area Garden Club members were busy decorating the museum inside and out with wreaths, greenery, bows and everything lovely. They decorate the museum every year and look like they are having a great time doing it.

Thanks to the members who worked hard Saturday.

Other board members and volunteers were busy putting tables up for light refreshments to be served during the tour, cleaning up dishes, making sure everything was where it should be. Other volunteers went out to each house on the tour and put signs in the yards so folks could find the houses easily.

When people work together for a good cause they usually have a good time. There were 15 houses and one church on the tour-Burgaw Baptist Church. I bought a ticket but was unable to get to the tour.

I’m sure everyone who took the tour enjoyed it and enjoyed the homes and Christmas decorations.

Sorry I had to miss it. Any money from the tour tickets will be used for repairs to the museum.

Sunday treat The Wallace group of people who love to sing Handel’s Messiah performed it Sunday evening at Wallace Baptist Church at 7:30 p.m. I was not sure how I was going to get there when God answered my prayer. Norwood Blanchard called and invited me to go with him and Judy.

Eleanor Dunn also went with us. They picked me up about 6:30. We wanted to be able to get a good seat. We were fortunate to get a good parking place and sat on the third row in the front.

Holiday drama at ArtBeat Dec. 15 Pender High theater studes will present A season Showcase Spectacular at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at ArtBeat, 108 E. Wilmington Street in Burgaw.

Tickets for this familyfriendly event are $3 at the door.

Come and enjoy this holiday production and be wowed by the Pender High School thespians.

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Singers from Pender County included Krista Rivenbark Strickland, soprano soloist, Cathy Claris Bradshaw, alto, and David Sanderson, tenor soloist.

Also singing were David Farrior and our new choir director, David Hoover. Director was Karla Casteen and the organist was Vera Coombs.

The church has wonderful acoustics and the sound was great. Stringed instruments and trumpets added to the beauty.

Thanks for giving every-

one a wonderful Christmas treat that surely put everyone in the Christmas spirit.

Please check your Pender Post for announcements about Christmas events in your area. They should be all through the paper.

Remember all the fun of sharing gifts with family and friends but also remember that Christmas is the time to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ and all He has done for us.

Shalom!

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Topsail High seniors Maddy Laster, Daizel Murillo and Danielle Spezzacatena attended a SADD conference in Raleigh, and are applying what they learned at THS.

SADD chapter active at Topsail High

By Lori Kirkpatrick Post & Voice Staff Writer A group of students, with the help of a first-year-teacher at Topsail High, are striving to make a difference in the lives of teens.

Students Danielle Spezzacatena, Daizel Murillo and Maddy Laster recently attended a Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) conference in Raleigh, along with teacher James Gobble.

SADD, originally started in 1981 to address teen drinking and driving issues, has expanded to attend to all issues that affect teens. SADD encourages positive peer pressure, role modeling, and environmental strate gies that can prevent destructive decisions and set a healthier, safer course for the lives of teens.

Gobble said that the three students are excited to bring back what they have learned and to apply it to their school and community.

“The state conference focused on building leadership and passing on information to participants about teen pregnancy, drug prevention, suicide prevention, texting and driving, and anything that affects teens. They focused on positive behaviors, making the right choice, and they developed some leadership skills. The success here is around them, their desire to make a difference and to see change in their peers and their community. All three of them came to me with a story, and gradually shared their stories. I’m very proud of them for their desire to touch other lives, and that’s the big thing. They want to go beyond themselves and help other folks,” said Gobble.

The g roup will show a video to the Topsail High staff Dec. 14. The three students agree that the video, which they viewed at the conference, touches on every bad decision that could be made. It encour-

ages learning from mistakes, responsibility and doing the right thing. The group ultimately wants to share the video with the student body.

The group is also discussing the idea of staging a mock car crash the week before prom; to show the impact bad decisions make not only on the students, but their families and others. They hope to involve the fire department, police department, and Topsail High students.

Danielle developed a passion for the mission of SADD after a friend who was using drugs and driving lost his life.

She shared her story with Gobble, who had lost his sister to suicide. Their common missions led them to start the club, and since then interest grown among students.

“Going to the conference gave us an opportunity to better our club, make it altogether better and create a good atmosphere for everyone. If anyone thinks that they’re not loved or if they have made bad decisions; I want them to know that if they hurt themselves, then they will hurt the people around them. We want to make sure that those people have a friend to go, a reliability, just be there for them,” said Danielle.

Daizel Murillo experienced the effects of depression firsthand, and wants to help others who are going through similar issues.

“What I really want to take on for this club is teen suicide and depression. It goes unnoticed, and I believe that a lot of students are afraid to come out and say, ‘I’m struggling.’

They think they’re weak if they ask for help, but I want them to know that it’s ok. I was lucky enough to have my parents convince me to get help. It took a big toll on my life. It affected my mom, my friends, relationships, and it changed everything.

Then when I got better and I saw the real meaning to life, I’m stronger and better than

ever,” said Daizel.

Maddie, a senior at Topsail High, is motivated to get involved by personal reasons, as well.

“I’ve lived with it, with drug and alcohol addictions with my parents. It really took a toll on me, especially my freshman year. I started doing things I never would have done, making bad choices myself. It changes your life, it changes you, but now I‘ve changed for the better. With SADD, I want people to realize what it really does to you.

I lived through it, and I had things taken away from me.

“I got my parents taken away from me for a pretty long time, until thankfully they got help, and I got my parents back. I want people to know that it doesn’t just affect you. I see things go on at school that I don’t like and I don’t approve of. I’ve been through things, and everybody goes through things. It’s like a ripple effect.

Destructive decisions affect the people around you, and sometimes people you don’t even know.

“I want people to realize that it’s not just about them, but everyone around them that they can affect. We’re a club for the kids who have a story, and I think everyone has a story,” said Danielle.

The SADD chapter at Topsail High meets Tuesdays during club time. Those interested in joining can contact James Gobble at Topsail High or by email at james_gobble@ pender.k12.nc.us.

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Nellie Maria Kaplan SURF CITY -- Nellie Maria Kaplan, 86, of Surf City passed away Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter in Wilmington.

She was born June 14, 1930 in Leland, the daughter of the late Leon C. Millinor and Mary Ethel Mintz Millinor.

She is also preceded in death by her loving husband, Irwin Kaplan.

Nellie enjoyed the company of her friends at the local Surf City Community Center and was active in playing a favorite card game there named hand and foot. She was an out spoken lady with a dry sense of humor that will be deeply missed by all.

Left to cherish her memory are her three nieces, Marianne Poss and husband Douglas, Vicky Clark and husband Denny, and Kathy Liskey; great nieces and nephews, Jonathan, Brandi and Patrick Poss and Colette Fate; and numerous other loving family and friends.

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Continued from page 4A why Mike – who had to sue to make the university faculty apply the tenure rules equally – even stays there. Personally, I think he only remains at my alma mater because he likes to make professional liberal pretentionists suck their thumbs. (Pretentionist, by the way, is a word I made up, pretentious as it might be. Feel free to borrow it anytime.)

But the Safety Pin Crowd showed their true colors the other week when Mike’s dad passed away.

Seems that my alma mater held a forum to help students cope with mean things Mike said about a student who allegedly implied that she wanted to disrupt a political rally for Donald Trump. I saw her posts through several media outlets and I’m fairly sure that had someone with conservative politics posted similar things about a liberal candidate, said someone would have been if not arrested, at least questioned by the Secret Service and chastised publicly by the school.

Now, I suppose it’s possible the staff and students of UNCW didn’t know that Mike’s dad had gone home to be with the Lord. Maybe nobody saw the posts Mike shared about his father’s life and death. Maybe the administration forgot when he took leave for his father’s funeral. I guess it could happen, even in

2, 2016 at the Surf City Community Center and a private family service will be held at a later date in Maryland.

Memorials may be made to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.

Please share condolences and memories with the family by clicking the share a memory link. The family was served by Quinn McGowen Wilmington Chapel, 315 Willow Woods Drive, Wilmington, NC 28409.

Judith “Judy�

Bryant Pierce HICKORY -- Judith (Judy) Bryant Pierce, 76, of Hickory, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Born Feb. 29, 1940 in Bladen County, she was the daughter of the late Alice Horrell and Vernon Bryant.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Robert (Bob) Pierce, Jr., M.D, whom she married while Bob was a freshman at UNC. She worked for Blue Cross, this day and age where more people seem to social media stalk those they hate on social media than communicate with those they love.

I’d like to think they didn’t know, but I’m also a realist. I feel, in my heart, that the timing was intentional, designed to cause the man even more pain. That’s how those types fight, anyway, but Mike’s a big boy.

I reckon, if people are so fragile, that having a great big kumbaya meeting about the professor was okay – but for media, students and the administration to simply say “he wasn’t available for comment� or “Adams didn’t return telephone calls� was a bit low.

The man was burying his father – I’m fairly sure I didn’t retur n every call when I was burying my parents, and truth be told, most folks wouldn’t have, either. It’s one thing to have a level playing field and a fair disagreement – but that wasn’t present at the forum where the Safety Pin Crowd whined to the cameras and the administration about the Big Bad Wolf known as Mike Adams.

Mike said some pretty mean things, but honestly, I heard worse from several (left-leaning) professors at UNCW when I was a student there, and it rarely occurred to me to complain to the administration. Even when a professor publicly bragged about intentionally g rading my work different than other students, because I was (and am) against recre-

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Blue Shield and later N.C. Memorial Hospital where Bob was in medical school.

She attended class part-time.

Three of their sons were born during those years.

Her family was her first love. She enjoyed painting (watercolor), sewing, decorating, flower arranging, and gardening, particularly a wildflower garden. A nature enthusiast, Judy loved to identify wild plants and had an eye for natural beauty. She also enjoyed playing tennis for over 40 years and made lifelong friends there.

Judy was a longtime member of the Hickory Cotillion, Hickory Service League, Lake Hickory Country Club and Episcopal Church of the Ascension where she served on the Altar Guild. She was also a member of the Catawba County Medical Society Alliance, a volunteer at her sons’ schools, a Cub Scout leader, community volunteer, and a current member of First Presbyterian Church in Hickory.

She had a tremendous capacity for love and compassion, and she gave her heart and soul to everyone she loved. She put everything she had into everything she did.

Judy was amazingly intelligent and approached life with a boundless energy that she shared untiringly with not only humility but also many acts of kindness.

She is survived by five sons: Robert James Pierce, III, Jeffrey Bryan Pierce and wife Lynette, David Scot Pierce and wife Christine Currence ational drugs, I didn’t file a complaint.

I got over it.

I didn’t file a complaint, and indeed, had I done so, I am sure the late Dr. Bill Wagoner would have laughed me out of his office, then gently told me to grow up, because it’s a big, mean, diverse world out there.

I’m not really that special; my “safe place� is the area within my reach and my immediate control. I have several safety pins, because

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P i e rc e, Ke n t C ov i n g t o n Pierce, Bryant Christopher Pierce; three grandchildren: Theodore Hayes Pierce, Katherine Scott Pierce and Winnifred Morgan Pierce; sister, Gwenn Bryant Gideon; niece, Terri Hall and husband Mac, their children: Cameron and Reid; Todd Gideon and wife Lynn, and their son, Mason.

A private family graveside service was held in Oakwood Cemetery. The memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 at First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Whit Malone officiating. The family will receive friends following the service in the church parish hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Good Samaritan Fund, c/o First Presbyterian Church, 237 2nd St., NW, Hickory, NC 28601.

Bass-Smith Funeral Home in Hickory is serving the family of Judith (Judy) Bryant Pierce and on-line condolences may be sent to www.basssmithfuneralhome.com.

Elsie Swanson Moore Simpson IVANHOE -- Elsie Swanthey’re useful when I break a zipper, or need to fasten a bandage.

I won’t tolerate anyone being needlessly picked on out of malice – but I also know the difference between malice and immaturity.

I know the Safety Pin Crowd isn’t typical of an entire generation, although they seem more prevalent than some the namby-pamby platitude-spouting dreamers of other ages.

But I wonder if any of

son Moore Simpson, 88, of Ivanhoe passed from her earthly life to her eternal rest of Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 at Golden Care Rest Home.

S h e w a s b o r n D e c. 2 , 1928 in Pender County, the daughter of the late Jesse Edward and Lila Grace Eakins Moore. Elsie was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Matthew Simpson; and sisters, Lila Walker and Nina Formyduval.

Elsie is survived by her daughter, Valerie Moore Simpson; sons, Henry Fred Simpson III and his wife Dale, Michael Jesse Simpson and his wife Cindy, and Daniel Keith Simpson; daughter-inlaw, Rhonda Simpson; grandchildren, Little Freddy Simpson, Eric Simpson, Amanda Simpson, Jesse Simpson, Ethan Simpson, Matthew Simpson, Marcus Simpson and Michael Simpson; seven great grandchildren; sister, Ellen Navaroli; brother, Edward Moore and his wife, Edna; many nieces, nephews and extended family.

T h e f a m i l y r e c e iv e d friends at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2016 at Shiloh Baptist Church with service at 2 p.m. in the church sanctuary. The service was conducted by The Rev. Bobby Mowery and The Rev. Gardner Eakins. Burial followed in Eakins Cemetery with her grandsons serving as casketbearers. At other times the family was at the home of Dale and Freddy Simpson.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnm-

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these social justice warriors will ever truly have the courage their great-grandfathers, grandfathers, parents and uncles did to stay at a post even when the world around them is on fire.

When our country’s basic values and laws are on the

line, you don’t need a safety pin to wave at the enemy.

You just need to have a spine.

Jefferson Weaver is a columnist with the Post & Voice.

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T h e f a m i l y r e c e iv e d friends 1-2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016 at Cora’s Grove Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church with funeral following at 2 p.m. in the church sanctuary. The Rev. Randy Little conducted the service.

Burial followed in Wells Cemetery with military honors accorded by the US Air Force Honor Guard.

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Patriots get win over Pirates in close game

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer Pender Patriot men’s basketball coach Gary Battle has his early season schedule filled with the usual suspects.

The first on a lengthy list of tough competitors was New Hanover. The Patriots played the Wildcats tough in the early going before faltering late and falling 78-52. The Pats evened their record for the week with a hard earned 7167 win over Topsail.

In the New Hanover game Pender took an early lead and went into the second quarter with a 14-11 lead. That’s when the Wildcats used a quick pace to outscore the Pats 25-12 in the second eight minutes.

With the Wildcats up by 10 at the break the Pender County crew had their work cut out for them.

Pender came out of the locker room looking like the team that started the game.

They outscored the Cat’s by a point and went into the final eight minutes trailing by nine points.

The Wildcats play a physical brand of basketball. The Patriots went to the line repeatedly in the final quarter but failed to convert their free throws. That failure contributed to the Wildcats outscoring them 25-8 and taking the win.

Rodney Hansley led the Patriots with 17 points with Robert Walker chipping in eight.

Next up was a home game with cross county rival Topsail. The Pirates are much improved and bring a little size to the table. The Patriots were primed and ready for the contest against the team from the other side of the county.

The Pats jumped out to an early lead behind a pressure defense. The scoreboard read 17-15 Pender at the end of the first quarter.

The pressure defense seemed to bother the Pirates.

Pender used a 20-8 spurt to take a 37-23 lead. However, that lead was short lived as the resilient Pirates began to right the proverbial ship.

A three pint play by Ko-

diak Nestor- Dowling began a run in which the Pirates cut the lead to seven before the half ended with the Pats up 45-38.

Pender stretched the lead back to 12 points in the third period before the Pirates again came back.

With the score 52-40 Topsail went on a 9-0 run before Jarious Williams stopped the bleeding with a putback.

Jacob Floyd made a three point bucket with just over a minute left in the third frame to pull the Pirates within a bucket. The two combatants went into the fourth quarter with just two points separating them.

A Tigga Hansley bucket gave the Patriots a four point lead but Topsail again answered the bell. Topsail took their first lead at the 3:55 mark of the fourth period and it seemed as if the tide had changed.

The Patriots have two experienced guards on the roster. Both Jarious Williams and Tigga Hansley knew what had to be done.

Pender went up 62-59 and Hansley extended the lead with his first trey of the night with 2:21 to play. With the score 65-59 Topsail scored a two point basket before Pender scored again. The Pats led 69-61 and it appeared the game was over.

Topsail went on a 6-0 run to cut the lead to two at 6967 with 14.8 seconds to go.

Pender went to the line late and sealed the win.

Jarious Williams led all scorers with 28 points while Hansley added 11. Andre Devane also chipped in 11 points for the Patriots. The Pirates are 2-3 on the year and drew praise for the Patriots veteran coach. “They’re pretty good. They have some size and some athletes. You know when you get two county teams together it’s gonna be a good game. I’m impressed with the way they play.”

Pender (2-1) hosted New Hanover on Tuesday before hosting Laney on Friday.

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Jarious Williams splits the Topsail defense for two points in Pender’s win over the Pirates last week. played two tough non-conference opponents last week and were unable to crack the win column under first year coach Andrienne Bannerman.

First up was the New Hanover Wildcats. The Lady Patriots were undermanned against the 4A Wildcats and fell 71-16.

New Hanover held an 18-8 lead after the first period but went on a 30-2 run to end the half with a commanding 4810 lead. New Hanover played their starters sparingly in the final quarter in taking the win.

Later in the week the Patriots hosted Topsail. The Pender Lady Patriot crew played much better against the Pirates before fading late in the 54-30 loss.

The Lady Pirates jumped out to a 17-2 lead before a 4-0 Pender run ended the quarter with Topsail leading 19-6.

Pender used the momentum they earned to end the first period to go on a 10-2 run to cut the lead to 21-16 at the end of the first half of play.

Pender appeared to find its rhythm late in the first half. The home crowd eagerly awaited the second half in hopes of the Lady Patriots earning their first win of the young season.

The Pirates opened the second half with an 11-0 run to take a 32-16 lead. With the score 38-23 going into the fourth frame the Pats needed to start fast and score quickly in the final eight minutes to have a chance. That did not happen as the Pirates sealed the win with a 16-7 fourth quarter advantage.

The Lady Patriots are 0-4 on the year. They hosted New Hanover Tuesday before hosting Laney on Friday.

Pirates play Pender tough

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The Topsail 2016-17 boys’ basketball team is definitely better than the 2015-2016 edition, and in all four of their early games thus far they have shown the ability to keep up with the quick and athletic teams that contributed to many of their 18 losses from a year ago.

Now they just have to learn how to finish the close games and come out on top.

The Patriots (3-1) ran away from Topsail (2-3) twice last year (78-52 and 63-51) as the Pirates were not able to cope with the speed of the game.

This time around – after trailing by as many as 12 with 6:31 remaining in the third period – the Pirates fought back to take a 59-58 lead with 3:55 remaining in regulation only to see the home team use a 7-0 run in forging a 65-59 advantage with 2:19 left in the game.

Topsail again tried to fight back, closing to within two at 69-67 with 14.8 ticks left on the clock, but a pair of converted free throws by Pender’s Kea iced the game.

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ing off we didn’t do well at all, the first half came back to bite us bad. We turned the ball over too many times trying to run with a team we cannot run with, and we needed to slow it down a little bit.

“Last year when we got down by five or six we’d end up losing by 20. Now we’re getting down and we’re not giving up but we can’t seem to get over that hump at the end.

I think it’ll take one game, one close win at the end, to get there. It’s a process getting them to realize they are good enough to win.”

After a close (17-15) first period, Pender made overtures that they would win in a rout by opening a 37-23 lead with 4:17 left in the first half. Topsail closed to within seven (4538) at the intermission but fell behind by 12 just 1:29 into the third quarter.

The Pirates outscored Pender 21-13 from that point in taking the 59-58 lead. But three turnovers and a couple of missed shots aided Pender’s 7-0 run that eventually led to the victory.

Alec Baker led Topsail with 23 points. Owen Ellis and Kodiak Nestor-Dowling each added 13 while Jacob Floyd and Johnny Tartaglione evenly split 12 points.

“There were a couple of other things we could have done better to get the victory.

I’m going to look at it and adjust some of those things. But

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A successful high school coach has to wear many hats. They often times have to be a mother figure, father figure and the sole disciplinarian. In this day and time there are many variables in a young person’s life.

If I had to build the perfect high school coach I would revert back to my many years of being involved in and covering high school athletics.

The first trait my perfect high school coach would have to have is the ability to relate to their players on a personal and professional level. Often times this is a fine line that is often times crossed. My good friend Ron Watson could be described as the ultimate players coach. However, some deemed him to be too soft. He was viewed as being too easy on the players.

When he tried to correct this attribute he came off as too hard. It took him a while but he found that median and was a much better coach for it.

The two coaches that come to mind when thinking about this trait is Pender’s Matt Davis and Trask girls soccer coach Cathy Claris. They both are considered players coaches but can also be tough when they need to. Another coach that comes to mind is former Topsail football coach Bryan Davis. He was stern and fair and loved his players. Former Topsail baseball coach Bill White would also fit into this category.

Of course my coach would have to be knowledgeable. They would have

to know the game and be able to convey that knowledge to the field or court.

This trait is something that most young coaches struggle with. The coach that comes to mind here is former Pender softball coach Tom Roper. Trask softball coach Corrina Reece also falls into this category.

My coach would have to be a disciplinarian. I am not talking about just screaming and hollering. I am talking about setting up guidelines and consequences when you step outside of these guidelines. This can be difficult in this day and time. Former Pender and Trask football coach Glenn Sellers fits into this category. Current Topsail football coach Wayne Inman is another coach that fits this mold.

Finally, my coach would have to be enthusiastic about the game and the players. They would have to convey enthusiasm to the players and the school.

Claris comes to mind here.

She is as enthusiastic about athletics as any coach that I have ever encountered.

Bob Via was just released at Pender. I found him to be very enthusiastic about the sport he coached.

I have had my favorite coaches over the years.

Former Trask volleyball coach Karen Byrd is one of my all-time favorites.

She knew the game and loved the kids. Bryan Davis knew the game and loved the kids. He was also a disciplinarian. He may be as close to my perfect coach as I have found.

Everybody has their opinion on who the perfect high school coach is.

Every coach is in search of perfection. Not one has found it yet although Joey Price is close up at Wallace. As for me, I sit at this computer on a daily basis and write and report about high school sports in Pender County. I have a lot of opinions, some of which many do not agree with.

That is why I call this column, Just My Opinion.

Titan cagers pick up two wins

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Heide Trask Titan men’s basketball team opened their season with a very good 4A New Hanover Wildcat team at home last week. The Cat’s came away with a hard fought 76-63 win. Coach Rodney Orrs squad bounced back in a big way, taking two nonconference matchups to end the week.

The Wildcats came into the contest trying to acclimate several players coming off of football season. The Titans were trying to acclimate their players to the rigors of running the court. There were mixed results on both sides.

The Wildcats opened up a 9-2 lead early as the Titans showed their youth with several turnovers. That 9-2 lead exploded into a 21-9 advantage after one period.

Nathan Harrell opened the second stanza with two free throws. The Titans began to find their legs and the scoreboard showed the progress that the team made. The 16 point New Hanover lead was cut to single digits late in the second period. A 23-8 second quarter advantage sent the teams into the locker room with the Wildcats holding a 33-32 lead.

The Cats opened the sec-

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Lady Pirates split pair

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer After playing a game on Tuesday in which Coach Andrew Ellington said, “We simply didn’t do anything right,” the Topsail girls’ basketball team bounced back with the type of game Friday they are capable of playing, and the outcomes of the games between Tuesday and Friday were definitely at the oppo-

site ends of the won-lost spectrum.

Dominique Bryant led the Lady Pirates with 20 points, adding in five rebounds and a pair of steals, and Lauren Caveness added 12 points, two boards, and seven steals as Topsail rolled to an easy 54-30 win over county rival Pender in a non-conference game Friday in Burgaw.

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By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The high school winter sports schedule is back to normal and the three high schools are wide open.

The Trask wrestling team earned three wins last week in quad action behind undefeated performances from Kyle Hancock, Elvis Lopez and Rogan Heath. Joseph Chung was 2-1 in the match.

Hancock won the heavyweight division at the Pierce memorial wrestling tournament over the weekend.

Topsail beat New Hanover in a head to head conference match behind the wrestling of the Still brothers (Tyler and Zack) along with Nathan Bray, Ethan Rivenbark and Tyler Dempsey.

The Pender boys’ basketball team split non-conference games last week, losing to New Hanover before edg-

ing Topsail. Jarious Williams led all scorers in the Topsail game with 28 points while Tigga Hansley scored 17 against the Wildcats. Andre Devane had 11 against Topsail.

The Topsail boys are much improved despite their record. Alec Baker led the Pirate with 23 points at Pender while Owen Ellis and Kodiak Nestor-Dowling each added 13. Jacob Floyd and Johnny Tartaglione each chipped in 12 points.

The Lady Pirates split nonconference tilts last week falling to North Brunswick despite eight points from Carmen Pyrtle. They righted the ship with the win over Pender. Dominique Bryant led the Lady Pirates with 20 points, adding five rebounds and a pair of steals, while Lauren Caveness chipped in 12 points, two boards, and seven steals.

The Trask boys’ basketball team earned two wins last week after falling to New Hanover to open the week.

Sophomore B.J. Jordan led the Titans with 17 points and nine rebounds while freshman Jujuan Carr added 14 points, five assists and nine rebounds.

In the win over Southwest Onslow Tiyuan Ballard led the Titans with 13 points, eight boards and two steals.

In the final game of the week the Titans beat Dixon behind the play of Jujuan Carr. The freshman standout led the Titans with 16 points and seven rebounds while Ballard chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds.

This week’s top performer is Trask heavyweight wrestler Kyle Hancock. He was 5-0 on the week and won the heavyweight title at the Pierce Memorial Tournament.

door track season gets underway and the swimming teams get back in the pool; at Brunswick Community College.

Swimming A Mid-Eastern 3A/4A Conference meet was postponed Wednesday when mechanical problems beset the pool at the UNCW-Natatorium. A new date for the meet has not yet been determined.

Topsail gets back into the pool next Friday (Dec. 16) at

Brunswick Community College.

Indoor track The indoor (a misnomer as most meets are run outdoors due to a lack of indoor facilities) got underway yesterday (Wednesday, Dec. 7) with a meet at White Oak. Next up is a met at the JDL Classic in Winston-Salem on Dec. 17.

Gymnastics The next meet is Wednesday (Dec. 21) in Raleigh.

Topsail Sports Roundup

By Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writer The Thanksgiving holiday and a mechanical problem with the pool in the UNCW Natatorium curtailed some of the sports activities at Topsail High School last week, but the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams did get in a pair of games.

Things do heat up this week and next week as the in-

Post & Voice Sports News and Notes

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer The Pender High School athletic department has announced that head Football Coach Bob Via will not be retained.

“We’re looking to go in another direction,” said Principal Chris Madden.

Via was at the Pender County School for two seasons and left with a 5-16 record. The Patriots finished 4-8 this year and fell in the first round of the state playoffs to Wallace-Rose Hill. Pender finished the 2016 regular season with an impressive 34-6 win over West Bladen.

There have been several names bantered around concerning the Pender job. When asked if he had a candidate in mind, Madden said “We will only consider those that

Topsail

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Continued from page 8A The Lady Pirates (3-2) made things look easy in the first period, breaking out to a 17-2 lead over the course

Harrell is an asset to the Titan cagers

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer At first glance one would think that junior Heide Trask Titan varsity basketball player Nathan Harrell would be better suited for the gridiron.

After all, at 6-5’ and 250, he is a hulk of a young man.

However, this young man has a passion for basketball and baseball.

On the baseball field Harrell is a pitcher/first baseman with a ton of potential. On the basketball court he is that big guy in the middle for the Titans. He pushes and pulls and keeps the opponents at bay when they try and venture into the lane.

Nathan is not just a big body in the middle. He has a soft touch from mid-range and is a good free throw shooter.

As the season progresses, Nathan will become more acclimated to the run and gun sport of basketball.

He is definitely an asset to Coach Rodney Orr and the Titans.

apply for the job.” Madden hopes the job will be filled quickly.

With the recent departure of Heide Trask Titan varsity volleyball coach Jessica Ball, the Titan community has awaited the appointment of a new coach to lead the once prominent program. Rumors have it that the new coach will be veteran coach Cathy Claris.

Claris has coached girls and boys soccer at the school and was an assistant on the volleyball team staff last year. She has also worked in some capacity or another for several other sports at Trask including being the score keeper on the boys basketball team. She is a graduate of UNC and currently teaches at Malpass Corner.

Speaking of new coaches, the Titan softball team will

be led by former assistant Jimmy Roughton. Roughton was an assistant on former Coach Ron Watson’s staff as well as Corrina Reece’s staff for a short time. Roughton brings experience from both the high school and travel ball arena.

The Trask wrestling team is off to an impressive start.

They won three matches last week while participating in a quad match at Clinton. Second year coach Chris Johnson again has the Titans poised for a Four County Conference title run.

The indoor track season is upon us and the three county schools will field teams.

Trask will look to replace allstate performer Desire Brown while the Patriots have a state champion in Tanasza Simspon along with standout Lakirah Forney on their squad.

trouble with that last year and I think we are a little bit better with that this year. It was a good test for us and the kids didn’t quit. I told them we’re going to have a lot of this type of game, we just have to learn

how to finish them and get the win,” said Rochelle.

Next up was a home game against Coastal Christian Tuesday and a rematch with North Brunswick in Hampstead Wednesday.

of the first 5:43 before getting outscored 4-2 as the period wore down. Sophomore Payton Little was the early catalyst with all eight of her points in the period. Little also pulled nine rebounds.

That spurt at the end of the first period seemed to inspire

the Lady Patriots (0-4) as they went on a 10-2 run during the second eight minutes of the game to close the 11-point deficit to just five (21-16) at the break.

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Baker has the Pirates on track for good season

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When Topsail Pirate Alec Baker began his varsity high school basketball career at Topsail High school he showed promise.

He could shoot the basketball and was a tenacious defender. His only downside was that he was slight of build.

Well, it looks as if the young man has grown into his tenacious manners and is fast becoming the go to guy for Topsail Coach Jamie Rochelle and his band of Pirate hoopsters.

Baker hangs his hat on a very good outside shot. He can make the 15-foot jump shot or step beyond the arc and nail a three-point basket.

This year he has added another part to his game as he has the strength to charge the baseline and take it to the basket and finish.

The Pirates are a much better basketball team this year thanks in part to the play of senior Alec Baker.

On the Mat

By Bobby Norris and Lee Wagner Post & Voice Sports Writers

The wrestling season is beginning to pick up the pace and two of the three high school teams have been busy.

Trask The Trask Titan grapplers had a good week. They participated in a quad match at Clinton with the Dark Horses, St. Paul and Triton High school. They ended the week at the twenty-third annual Pierce Memorial Tournament at North Pitt High.

The Titans defeated Clinton (60-23), Tritan (54-30), and St. Paul (60-24). Kyle Hancock, Elvis Lopez and Rogan Heath were 3-0 on the day while Joseph Chung was 2-1.

“We wrestled a lot better that wed did at topsail the week before, Said Trask head Coach Chris Johnson. “We showed more intensity and moved a lot more on top and bottom, which is something we spent two practices on prior to the match.”

The Titans faced some stiff competition at the Pierce memorial tournament with the likes of Rosewood at the meet. Hancock won the 285-pound weight class while Nathan Brown was third at 195 pounds. Carlos was 2-2 at 145 pounds.

The Titans have been busy in the early going. According to Johnson the team has shown promise and will have to continue to improve with a tough schedule ahead.

“We as a team had a good week. Where you have to be careful is not to enjoy it too long, and with a young team that’s hard sometimes. It’s ok to enjoy success when they have it, but at the same time they have to learn when it’s over that match is in the past

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Continued from page 8A ond half with a 5-0 run before a back door cut by the Titans broke the run. New Hanover stretched the lead to eight and went into the fourth period guarding a 52-45 advantage.

A four point swing early in the fourth period gave the Wildcats a nine point advantage. The Titans never recovered and fell 76-63.

Sophomore B.J. Jordan led the Titans with 17 points and nine rebounds while freshman Jujuan Carr added 14 points, five assists and nine rebounds.

Next up was a trip to future conference mate Southwest Onslow. The Titans were hungry for a win and took their frustrations out on the Stallions to the tune of a 53-38 win.

The Rocky Point Titans opened the game with a 17-6 first quarter and led by five at the break. A 14-2 third period sealed the deal.

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and it’s time to get back to work.”

Topsail The Pirates played host to New Hanover last Wednesday and things were a bit dicey as Coach Morgan Fore was forced to forfeit three weight classes while an injured player got cleared, another continued his quest to make weight, and a third had not competed in a wrestle-off for a spot.

But the Pirates quickly gained control in a match that – fortunately – opened at 106 pounds. Nathan Bray ignited a string of four firstperiod pins in the first six bouts as Topsail jumped out to an early 36-6 advantage.

Bray pinned Wildcat Matteo Mehan in 39 seconds at 106 and Pirate Tyler Still was awarded a win by forfeit at 112 pounds. Ethan Rivenbark then decked New Hanover’s Noah Bass in 40 seconds at 120, followed by a 45-second win by fall by Topsail’s Dillon Oren over Wildcat Athiyn Allen at 126.

Pirate Zack Still won by forfeit at 132 before New Hanover recoded its first points with a pin at 138punds.

Nathan Martinez got those points back for Topsail with a 23-second flattening of Wildcat Riley Monteath at 145.

That produced a 3-0 lead and it came at a good time as Topsail gave up forfeits at 152 and 160, allowing the Wildcats to close the gap to 36-16. Caleb Marshburn then secured a key win by a 12-11 count over New Hanover’s with 13 points while Tiyuan Ballard matched his tally with 13 points. Ballard added eight boards and two steals.

The final game of the week was an away affair with Dixon.

The Titans used a 21-6 second period behind a tough pressure defense to take a 38-21 lead at the half and continued to pull away with an 18-7 third frame to come away with a 6938 win.

Freshman Jujuan Carr led the Titans with 16 points and seven rebounds while Ballard chipped in 12 points and 10 rebounds.

The Titans (2-1) were at 4A Wilmington Hoggard on Monday before hosting Southwest Onslow on Wednesday.

They finish the week at home verse Dixon. They are scheduled to host Wallace in their first Four County Conference game on December 13. However, that contest will be subject to rescheduling due to the Bulldogs run in the football playoffs.

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Simpson back for another title at Pender

By Bobby Norris Post & Voice Sports Writer When senior Tanazsa Simpson entered Pender High school as a freshman, Tony Hudson knew she was something special. He saw an athletic young lady with loads of power and potential. He made the prediction that she would win a state championship throwing the shot before she left Pender.

Simpson made that prediction come true last year when she won the state shot put title.

This year Tanazsa is a senior. She has become one of the best in the state at any level and will look to win her second state title in as many years this spring. Until then she will practice her craft during the winter track season.

Tanasza Simpson will compete for a state title in the winter track season. It is not beyond the realm of possibility that she wins the state championship in both the winter and spring seasons.

Robert Gause at 170 with a takedown with 15 seconds left in the bout that erased a n 11-10 deficit. A New Hanover win by fall at 182 tightened things up again at 390-24 but Pirate Tyler Dempsey took the drama out of the night by clinching the win with a 24second win by fall over Wildcat Kameron-Dean Russ. New Hanover then notched their 30th-point with a forfeit win at 220, and New Hanover’s Jonathan Luten got their 36th point with a win by fall at 285.

“It’s super tough when you give up three forfeits but the kids came through,” Fore said. “We have to get guys in the right weight classes and we have to get guys who want to be out here. It’s not an easy sport so we have to get them rolling in the right direction.

“They gave a great effort and, technically, I’m very happy but we still have a long way to go. New Hanover came out and wrestled hard but, honestly, we’re better than that, better than nine points, taking nothing away them. We’re getting there and the lightweights are looking good. We just have to get some other guys in the right weights.”

The Pirates participated in the Caleb Hawkins Tournament last Saturday but results were not available at press time. Results will appear in next week’s Post & Voice.

Topsail was at Ashley Wednesday and will be at the Eagle Invitational this Saturday in Rosewood.

This week’s top six wrestlers 6. Tyler Still (Top. 6-2) 5. Gerardo Garcia (Trask 6-1) 4. Joseph Chung (Trask 7-2) 3. Tyler Dempsey (Top. 6-2) 2. Nathan Bray (Top.7-1) 1. Kyle Hancock (Trask 5-0) ing mode under first year coach Laverne Lampkins.

With only three returning players and one starter from a year ago Lampkins will be teaching her young basketball players on the fly.

That was evident last week when the Lady Titans opened their season with a 67-3 loss to 4A Wilmington New Hanover.

Trask only managed one three point field goal for the contest.

In the next game of the week the lady Titans faced a Southwest Onslow squad that was more in their wheel house. The Lady Titans played hard but came up just short, falling 23-21.

In the final game of the week the Lady Titans showed improvement but could not overcome the Dixon Lady Bulldogs. The final score was 53-29. Eva Adams led the Titans with 14 points while angel Boykins added seven.

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traveled to Leland and ran into the type of team that will most likely present them with problems throughout the year – athletic and very quick – and the result was a 56-27 defeat at the hands of the North Brunswick Lady Scorpions.

Topsail never led in the game as a basket by Jada Bellamy (15 points, 8 rebounds) produced a 2-0 North Brunswick advantage 1:51 into the game, and the Lady Scorpions never looked back.

A 7-2 run took the lead from 7-5 into a 14-7 advantage after one period. Cailen Goodman got hot in the second quarter, scoring 7 of her 10 points, to help North Brunswick open a 25-13 lead at the intermission.

A 15-7 third period, highlighted by 8 points from North’s Taylor Perkins (19 points) took all the competitiveness out of the game as the Lady Scorpions held a commanding 39-20 lead entering the final eight minutes of the game.

The Lady Pirates turned the ball over 25 times and never had a period where they hit the double-digit (7, 6, 7, 7) mark on the scoreboard. Pyrtle led Topsail with 8 points, Bryant finished with 7, and Rachel Kapiko added 5.

“We didn’t do anything right, honestly,” Ellington said. “They beat us in every phase of the game. I watched the film in an attempt to pull something positive out of the game to take into practice but, honestly, we were awful.

“We were 1-for-15 at the free-throw and I’m not sure how many turnovers (25) we had but there was a lot. I told them in practice that’s 14 points we left at the line and numerous extra possession we gave them. They are a good team but there’s no way they were 30 points better than us.

We just didn’t do anything right, we were bad all the way around.”

The Lady Pirates were home on Tuesday against Coastal Christian and had a rematch with the Lady Scorpions in

Continued from page 9A ond quarter I don’t know why we want to make basketball harder than it already is, it’s a hard game to start with,” Ellington said. “We just want to add adversity. The way I look at it is a character builder in some ways.

“They beat us and outplayed us in every aspect in that second quarter but to their credit they came out in the third quarter and shut them down and took it all back. That’s what I told them they had to do, not let them hang around.

Against North Brunswick we were awful on defense and I told them if you’re going to beat anybody you need to do way better on defensive.”

Ellington’s halftime speech certainly did not fall on deaf ears as the Lady Pirates opened the second half on an 11-0 run, taking the lead out to 16 (32-16) before Pender junior Kamera Thompson deposited a pair of free throws.

After scoring only four points in the first half, Bryant came to life with 10 of her game-high 20 points to lead the surge. Topsail closed out the game with a 16-7 fourth quarter. Caveness and Bryant both had six in the period.

The Lady Pirates had junior Carmen Pyrtle with 9 points and Little with 8. Freshman Julia Sullivan, making her first start of the year had 4 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 steals an assist. The Lady Pirates forced 29 turnovers and came up with 15 steals.

“We worked on defense the last two practices to get ready for tonight and Coach told us we were going to play man-toman defense all night to work on the defense,” Caveness said.

“It was a good way to end the week. We’ve got some momentum going for us and we’re looking forward to playing North Brunswick again, plus Coastal, and we’re looking to get a win there, too.”

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HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS FROM THE POLICE CHIEF As we approach the Christmas holiday, please remember to lock your doors. Vehicles and buildings that are unsecured are more likely to be targeted by thieves. Easily removable items such as money, cellular telephones, GPS systems, and satellite radios left in plain view, may attract the attention of others who intend to steal. The best way to secure valuables is not to leave them in your car. However, if you must leave property in the vehicle, place the items out of view, preferably in a secured compartment like a glove box or trunk. Most importantly, don’t leave your vehicle open or unlocked. Make sure all doors and windows are secured each time you leave your vehicle, even when parked at your home or in a garage. Also, stay alert to your surroundings. When entering and exiting your vehicle, park in well-lit areas and look for suspicious persons. Stay safe!

TOWN OF BURGAW UTILITY CUSTOMERS YOU CAN NOW MONITOR YOUR WATER USAGE ONLINE As a part of the recent meter conversion project, the Town now has the capability to monitor water usage for all of our customers, as well as giving access to our customers to monitor their own usage on a daily basis.

EyeOnWater is a customer portal website that allows our customers to create a login ID so they can see their water usage on their meter and account with the Town of Burgaw. To monitor your daily water usage, please visit www.eyeonwater.com. To create your login all you need is your zip code and account ID. If you have any questions regarding EyeOnWater or any concerns or questions regarding your water usage, please contact us at 910-663-3445.

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The Pender County Board of Commissioners will consider appointments to the following boards/commissions/committees:

District 1 = Upper Topsail; Surf City District 2 = Scotts Hill; Lower Topsail District 3 = Rocky Point; Long Creek

Town of Surf City Government News December 8, 2016

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

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The public will take notice that the Town Council of the Town of Surf City, North Carolina, has called a public hearing at 7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as possible, on the 3rd of January 2017, at Surf City Town Hall on: • Contiguous Annexation request for 99 Seahorse Lane.

Being all of 4.18+/- Acres. Pender County Pin # 423579-5909-0000 • Satellite Annexation request for 1108 McClammy Rd. Being all of 0.99 +/- Acres. Pender County Pin # 422501-8922-0000

214 N. New River Drive Surf City, NC 28445 (910) 328-4131

12/8/2016

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# of Vacancies 2 1 1 1 7 2 1 1 1

Christmas Parade 6:30PM Board of Commissioners meeting 4:00PM Town offices closed in observance of Christmas

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

Pender EMS and Fire Inc. is seeking qualified firms to provide FEMA public assistance program consulting in response to Hurricane Matthew.

The proposals will be received at 805 Ridgewood Road, Burgaw, NC 28425ADDRESS, 12/09/2016, by 2:00 pm. If submitted by mail, properly mark envelope to read “Sealed Proposal RFP # 12052016 and send to Pender EMS and Fire, Attention: David J. Stancil at 805 Ridgewood Road Burgaw, NC 28425. Mailed proposals must arrive prior to 2:00 PM 12/19/16.

Proposals will also be accepted in electronic (email) format as well. Proposals can be emailed to dstancil@penderems.com and admin@penderems. com. Vendors are advised to request notification that submission is received, if sending by email.

To be considered for award/selection, proposals must be received by the Purchasing office by the designated date and hour. Proposals received in the Purchasing office after the date and hour designated are automatically disqualified and will not be considered.

The Purchasing office is not responsible for delays in the delivery of the mail by the U.S. Postal Service or private couriers. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to ensure that the proposal reaches the Purchasing office by the designated time and hour.

Pender EMS and Fire reserves the right to waive any informality, to reject any and all request for proposals, and to accept any proposal which in its opinion may be in the best interest of Pender EMS and Fire.

Firms providing proposals shall be responsible for complying with North Carolina Laws and local ordinances and all applicable FEMA regulations.

PENDER COUNTY GOVERNMENT NEWS

Name of Board Advisory Board of Health Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Board of Adjustment EMS & Fire Board Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Auth.

Library Board Pender Memorial Hospital Board Tourism Development Authority Trillium Health Board

December 10 December 13 December 23, 26, 27

Positions/Categories Dentist***, Engineer*** Veterinarian District 5 District 4 Business/Insurance/Attorney/Banking District 3, District 4 District 5 Collector Commissioner Representative

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

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

Applications can be completed on-line at www.pendercountync.gov or write or call Melissa Long, Clerk to the Board, PO Box 5, Burgaw, NC 28425 (910) 259-1200, and complete an application.

NOTICE OF HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURES Pender County Government Offices will be closed on the following dates in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays: Friday, December 16, 2016 from 11:30 – 2:30 for the Employee Christmas Party Friday, December 23, 2016 Monday, December 26, 2016 Tuesday, December 27, 2016 Monday, January 2, 2017

PENDER COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN STEERING COMMITTEE THE PENDER COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS is currently seeking interested candidates to be considered for participation on the Pender County Comprehensive Plan Update Steering Committee. Volunteers needed from all areas of Pender County! Pender County faces a challenging future, but one full of promise for a better community and higher quality of life. A Steering Committee is being formed to help guide the update to the Comprehensive Plan and your help is being requested. Representation from each District of Pender County is desired on this Committee. If interested, please contact the Planning and Community Development office at (910) 259-1202 for more details and instructions on how to fill out an application. We look forward to your response!

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Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices Legal Notices STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF ANGELO DePAOLA 16 E 455 All persons, ďŹ rms and corporations having claims against Angelo DePaola, deceased, are notiďŹ ed to exhibit them to Mark I Nunalee, Resident Process Agent of the decedent’s estate, on or before February 18, 2017 at Post OfďŹ ce Box 598, Hampstead NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Resident Process Agent.

Estate of Angelo DePaola c/o Mark I Nunalee, Resident Process Agent BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #7536 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF OVIA LANE CARSCADDON HOWARD 16 E 461 All persons, ďŹ rms and corporations having claims against Ovia Lane Carscaddon Howard, deceased, are notiďŹ ed to exhibit them to Stacey Lynn Haines, Executrix of the decedent’s estate, on or before February 18, 2017 at 601 Hughes Road, Hampstead NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Executrix.

Stacey Lynn Haines, Executrix Estate of Ovia Lane Carscaddon Howard c/o Mark I. Nunalee BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #7541 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8/2016

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-183 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

ROBERT CHARLES BANNERMAN, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIAM MARSHBURN Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as being all that property described in Deed Book 76 at Page 59, Parcel ID Number 3258-78-82260000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7545 11/24,12/1, 12/8/2016 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, PENDER COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Having qualiďŹ ed as Executrix of the estate of Ruth H. McPherson, deceased, of Pender County. This is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent, Ruth H. McPherson, to present them to the undersigned on or before February 27, 2017 at 1427 NC Hwy 131 S. Tarheel, NC 28392 or be barred from recovery. All persons indebted to said estate, please make immediate payment. This the day of November 24, 2016.

Margie J. Izzo 1427 NC Hwy 131 S. Tarheel, NC 28392 #7554 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF KRISTEN CARNELL SIMPSON 16 E 439 All persons, ďŹ rms and corporations having claims against Kristen Carnell Simpson, deceased, are notiďŹ ed to exhibit them to Mark I. Nunalee, Administrator of the decedent’s estate, on or before March 2, 2017 at Post OfďŹ ce Box 598, Hampstead, NC 28443, or be barred from their recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment to the above named Administrator.

Mark I. Nunalee, Administrator of the Estate of Kristen Carnell Simpson BIBERSTEIN & NUNALEE LLP Attorneys at Law P.O. Box 598 Hampstead NC 28443 910-270-4347 #7555 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22/2016

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-183 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

ROBERT CHARLES BANNERMAN, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF EDDIE BANNERMAN Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as being all that property described in Deed Book 76 at Page 59, Parcel ID Number 3258-78-82260000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7543 11/24, 12/1, 12/8/2016 NOTICE TO CREDITORS EXECUTRIX NOTICE TO CREDITORS Pender County Estate File No.: 16E435 All persons, ďŹ rms or corporations having claims against Joseph Henry Jr., deceased, late of Pender County, North Carolina, are notiďŹ ed to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before March 1, 2017 or this notice will be plead in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 30th day of November 2016.

Renee Williamson Bloodworth Executrix of the Estate of Joseph Henry Jr. Attorney at Law PO BOX 129 Atkinson, NC 28421 #7556 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-183 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

ROBERT CHARLES BANNERMAN, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF CHARLES D. BANNERMAN Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as being all that property described in Deed Book 76 at Page 59, Parcel ID Number 3258-78-82260000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7547 11/24, 12/1, 12/8/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER N THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-183 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

ROBERT CHARLES BANNERMAN, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF MINNIE BANNERMAN Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as being all that property described in Deed Book 76 at Page 59, Parcel ID Number 3258-78-82260000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777

ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7544 11/24, 12/1, 128/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-183 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

ROBERT CHARLES BANNERMAN, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BOOKER BANNERMAN Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as being all that property described in Deed Book 76 at Page 59, Parcel ID Number 3258-78-82260000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7549 11/24, 12/1, 12/8/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-338 PENDER COUNTY and TOWN OF SURF CITY Plaintiff(s), v.

DAVID J. DUBOIS, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN SPOUSE AND/OR SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO DAVID J. DUBOIS Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as Lots 19 and 20 Del Mar Beach Subdivision, Parcel ID Number 4245-54-4426-0000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7551 11/24,12/1, 12/8/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-183 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

ROBERT CHARLES BANNERMAN, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: BOOKER BANNERMAN Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as being all that property described in Deed Book 76 at Page 59, Parcel ID Number 3258-78-82260000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of The Media of Record for the People of Pender County.

Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; 201-A West Fremont Street • Burgaw, NC 28425 910.259.9111 • posteditor@post-voice.com • www.post-voice.com Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7548 11/24, 12/1,12/8/2016

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-183 PENDER COUNTY Plaintiff(s), v.

ROBERT CHARLES BANNERMAN, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ANGALINE BANNERMAN Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as being all that property described in Deed Book 76 at Page 59, Parcel ID Number 3258-78-82260000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7546 11/24, 12/1, 12/8/2016 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF PENDER IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COURT FILE #: 16-CVS-338 PENDER COUNTY and TOWN OF SURF CITY Plaintiff(s), v.

DAVID J. DUBOIS, owner et. al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: DAVID J. DUBOIS Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been ďŹ led 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 briey described as Lots 19 and 20 Del Mar Beach Subdivision, Parcel ID Number 4245-54-4426-0000 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 January 11, 2017.

This date: November 24, 2016.

PENDER COUNTY, By and through its Attorney Richard T. Rodgers, Jr., State Bar #: 28777 ProTax, A Division of Sherman & Rodgers, PLLC PO Box 250; Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-2615 (tel); chip@shermanandrodgers.com #7550 11/24, 12/1, 12/8/2016

NORTH CAROLINA PENDER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JOE LEWIS, unmarried and ROSALIND LEWIS, unmarried, Recorded in Book 3948, Page 0084, Pender County Registry IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 16-SP-130 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED: The Deed of Trust being foreclosed is that Deed of Trust executed

by JOE LEWIS, unmarried and ROSALIND LEWIS, unmarried to Jay B. Green, Trustee, dated July 20, 2011 and recorded in Book 3948, Page 0084 in the Pender County Registry of North Carolina.

RECORD OWNERS OF THE REAL PROPERTY: The record owners of the subject real property as reected on the records of the Pender County Register of Deeds not more than 10 days prior to the posting of this Notice are Joe Lewis and Rosalind Lewis.

DATE, TIME AND PLACE OF SALE: The sale will be held on December 9, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the door of the Pender County Courthouse, Burgaw, North Carolina.

PROPERTY TO BE SOLD: The following real property to be sold “sight unseen� together with any improvements is located in Pender County, North Carolina and is believed to have the address of 280 Newtown Loop Road, Atkinson, NC 28421 and is otherwise more particularly described as follows: See “Exhibit A� attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Because the legal description is too voluminous or is otherwise an exhibit hereto that will not be published in the newspaper, reference is made to the subject legal description recorded as part of the subject Deed of Trust as described in the case caption of this proceeding and incorporated herein by said reference.

Included is a 2009 Clayton manufactured home bearing serial number OHC019650NC. TERMS OF SALE: Pursuant to the provisions of N.C.G.S. §45-21.10(b) and the terms

of the Deed of Trust, any successful S Hobbs. bidder may be required to deposit The property to be offered purwith the Trustee or Clerk of Superior suant to this notice of sale is being Court immediately upon the concluoffered for sale, transfer and conveysion of the sale a cash deposit to be ance “AS IS, WHERE IS.â€? Neither the determined by the greater of 5% of the bid or $750.00. Unless the Substitute Trustee nor the holder of the note Trustee agrees otherwise, the suc- secured by the deed of trust, being cessful bidder will be required to ten- foreclosed, nor the ofďŹ cers, directors, der the “full purchase priceâ€? so bid in attorneys, employees, agents or aucash or certiďŹ ed check at the time the thorized representative of either TrustTrustee tenders to him a Deed to the ee or the holder of the note make any property or attempts to tender such representation or warranty relating to Deed, and should the successful bid- the title or any physical, environmender fail to pay the full amount, then the tal, health or safety conditions existing successful bidder shall remain liable in, on, at or relating to the property as provided for in N.C.G.S. §45-21.30. being offered for sale. Any and all By submitting your bid, you agree responsibilities or liabilities arising out that the “full purchase priceâ€? shall of or in any way relating to any such be deďŹ ned as the amount of bid plus condition expressly are disclaimed. the Trustee’s commission as deďŹ ned This sale is made subject to all prior in the subject Deed of Trust plus the costs of the action, unless the Trustee liens and encumbrances, and unpaid agrees otherwise. For example, if the taxes and assessments including but amount of bid is $20,000.00 and the not limited to any transfer tax associtrustee’s commission is defined in ated with the foreclosure. A deposit the subject Deed of Trust as 5% of of ďŹ ve percent (5%) of the amount of the gross proceeds of the sale, then the bid or seven hundred ďŹ fty dollars the “full purchase priceâ€? shall equal ($750.00), whichever is greater, is $21,000.00 plus the costs of the ac- required and must be tendered in the tion. A tender of Deed shall be de- form of certiďŹ ed funds at the time of ďŹ ned as a letter from the Trustee to the the sale. This sale will be held open successful bidder offering to record ten days for upset bids as required the Deed upon receipt of full purchase by law. Following the expiration of the price as described herein and listed statutory upset period, all remaining in said letter. If the trustee is unable amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND to convey title to this property for any OWING. Failure to remit funds in a reason such as a bankruptcy ďŹ ling, the sole remedy of the successful bid- timely manner will result in a Decder is the return of the deposit. As to laration of Default and any deposit any manufactured home, the following will be frozen pending the outcome shall apply: Any not considered real of any re-sale. If the sale is set aside property is being foreclosed pursuant for any reason, the Purchaser at the to N.C.G.S. §25-9-604, if necessary; sale shall be entitled only to a return there is no warranty that any is actually of the deposit paid. The Purchaser located on the subject tract; and there shall have no further recourse against is no warranty given by the Substitute the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Trustee as to whether said home is Substitute Trustee or the attorney of real property or personal property. any of the foregoing.

The sale will be made subject to all SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEprior liens, unpaid taxes, assess- HOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant ments, restrictions and easements of residing in the property, be advised record, if any. that an Order for Possession of the ADDITIONAL NOTICE: Take notice that an order for property may be issued in favor of possession of the property may be the purchaser. Also, if your lease issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in began or was renewed on or after favor of the purchaser and against October 1, 2007, be advised that you the party or parties in possession may terminate the rental agreement by the clerk of superior court of the upon written notice to the landlord, county in which the property is sold. to be effective on a date stated in the Take further notice that any person notice that is at least 10 days, but who occupies the property pursuant no more than 90 days, after the sale to a rental agreement entered into or date contained in the notice of sale, renewed on or after October 1, 2007, provided that the mortgagor has not may, after receiving the notice of sale, cured the default at the time notice of terminate the rental agreement by termination is provided. You may be providing written notice of terminaliable for rent due under the agreetion to the landlord, to be effective on ment prorated to the effective date of a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 the termination.

The date of this Notice is days, after the sale dates contained November 29, 2016. in the notice of sale, provided that the Grady I. Ingle or mortgagor has not cured the default Elizabeth B. Ells at the time the tenant provides the Substitute Trustee notice of termination. This notice 10130 Perimeter Parkway, further states that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is Suite 400 liable for rent due under the rental Charlotte, NC 28216 agreement prorated to the effective (704) 333-8107 date of the termination. http://shapiroattorneys.com/nc/ This the 22nd day of 16-086035 August, 2016. #7560 12/8, 12/15/2016 &((5 5 + **5 (( (("*5 5 "-". 5 %", -!

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Mark 10:33-34 The heart and soul of Christianity is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. However, if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so, then why donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we hear more about it?

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A lot of people say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jesus spoke in parables.

He never plainly told the disciples what was going to happen; otherwise they would have expected it.â&#x20AC;?

However, Jesus did tell them, repeatedly and plainly. It just seemed too incredible to grasp it.

So, when Jesus Christ was crucified, the disciples felt overwhelmed with grief, despair, hopelessness, disillusionment and embarrassment. When Jesus rose from the dead and appeared to them, they were astonished.

We have to be careful that we do not fall into the same trap the disciples did. Even though we believe in the resurrection, we often live as though we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.

Even though we have faith that through Christ we will live after death, our doubts persist. Josh McDowell, author of More Than a Carpenter, said No matter how devastating our struggles, disap-

pointments, and troubles are, they are only temporary. No matter what happens to you, no matter the depth of tragedy or pain you face, no matter how death stalks you and your loved ones, the Resurrection promises you a future of immeasurable good.â&#x20AC;?

If we only stay focused on the darkness that surrenders us, we will miss out on the blessings that the risen Christ offers.

It is sometimes difficult to sustain a firm, unshakable belief that after we die we will enjoy eternal life with Jesus Christ. Since this is exactly what He has promised, we must labor to believe it with all our heart.

I am grateful that Jesus Christ died for my sins and rose again for my justification. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not wrong to ask the Lord to help you to expand your mind, even as His

disciples struggled to learn more and be drawn closer to one another in the spirit of true love, humility, forgiveness and service. We should strive to pattern our life as much as possible after that of our Savior Jesus Christ.

This week, I encourage you to remember that you have eternal live in Jesus.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow the depressions of this world to take away your joy of knowing that because Christ lives we shall also live.

Ravi Zacharias proclaimed, Outside of the cross of Jesus Christ, there is no hope in this world. The cross and resurrection of Christ is the core of the Gospel and the only hope for humanity.

When sharing the hope of Jesus with someone always turn your focus on the reality of the resurrection.

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THE FISHING EXPERTS Located in The Fishing Village 409 Roland Avenue Surf City, NC 910.328.1887 www.eastcoastsports.com

MAXIMIZE YOUR HEALTH

Holistic and Natural Health Introducing

LeeAnn Eagle, Naturopathic Doctor 910-300-7642 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-270-9029 363 Sloop Point Loop Rd, Hampstead, NC 28443

www.hampsteadwellnessclinic.com

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Located inside SOUTHERN PRINTING 203 S. Dudley St. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 910.259.4807

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Atkinson Baptist has bread giveaway Atkinson Baptist Church, Hwy. 53 in Atkinson, has a free bread giveaway every Friday from 4-5 p.m.

Hampstead Wellness Clinic

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910.392.3275 910.270.1190 www.tri-countypestcontrol.net

All types of bread are available from white to multigrain and sandwich buns.

Bread giveaway at Herringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chapel UMC Herringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chapel United Methodist Church, 1697 Herringâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chapel Rd. Burgaw, has a free bread giveaway every Saturday from 10 a.m until noon.

Most all types of bread

910.532.4470 Hometown Convenience 45 Wilmington Hwy. Harrells, NC

from white to multigrain to hamburger and hotdog buns are available.

4 Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food pantry open in Hampstead

140 Industrial Drive Burgaw, NC 28425 Producers of the finest select pork rinds and pork cracklin products in the USA

Harrellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

FUNERAL HOME

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 4Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. until noon. Additionally, the 4Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry will be open the last Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. until noon.

The 4Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Food Pantry is located in the Jones Plaza, 15200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N. in Hampstead.

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Our Family Serving Your Family Since 1913 910.675.1157, 212 S. Dickerson St. â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 Rocky Point 910.259.2136 www.harrellsfh.com

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Church Directory BURGAW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

NEW BEGINNING CHURCH

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

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

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

CENTERVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

All are welcome! Pastor Bill Howell

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

FRIENDLY COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

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

CURRIE COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH

BURGAW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

WATHA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC CHURCH

Adult Bible Study: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biblical Studies (ages 3-12) from 10:45-11:30 a.m.

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

Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Breakfast, 2nd Sunday of Each Month, 8-9 a.m.

Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

160 Camp Kirkwood Road, Watha, NC

910-470-4436

Pastor John Fedoronko

ROCKY POINT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

located at the intersection of Hyw. 117 & 210

Pastor Mark Murphy

Services: Sunday at 10 a.m.

Bible Study: Tuesday at 6 p.m. www.RPUMC.org

CALVARY CHAPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH

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

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

WESTVIEW UNITED METHODIST 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.

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

MISSION BAPTIST CHURCH

JORDANS CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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

Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

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

FAITH HARBOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

14201 Hwy. 50/210 â&#x20AC;˘ Surf City, NC 28445 â&#x20AC;˘ 910-328-4422 Services: 8 a.m. and 9:20 a.m. Sunday School: 10:45 a.m. http://faithharborumc.org

MOORES CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

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

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

Wednesday Prayer Service & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study: 6:30 p.m.

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

ST. M ARYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CHURCH

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

www.BurgawBaptistChurch.org

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

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 BAPTIST CHURCH

100 E. Bridgers Street â&#x20AC;˘ Burgaw, NC 28425 910-259-4310

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

Wednesday Bible Study: 7 p.m.

THE CHURCH AT WILMINGTON

Bible Based Community Fellowship NEW Pender County Location 16660 Hwy 17 N. â&#x20AC;˘ Hampstead, NC 28443 (American Legion Building) 910-526-7890 Pastor: Monte Suggs Services Sunday at 10 a.m. and Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

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

CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP (CF2) 10509 US Hwy. 117 S., Rocky Point Business Park Rocky Point, NC â&#x20AC;˘ 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 â&#x20AC;˘ 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 LANIERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAMPGROUND 216 Michigan Avenue â&#x20AC;˘ 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.

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church 6:15 p.m. Choir Practice 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: Youth Group 6:30 p.m.

Candy, nuts, and other holiday gifts

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Hopeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cooking Corner

By Hope Cusick Contributing Writer The holidays are a very special time of the year where people tend to be more caring of other people and especially family and friends. They like to share special things and gifts with each other to show how much they care.

Many times they believe that a handmade gift is a wonderful treasure to give and receive. Here are a few recipes of gifts that can be made, some of them in advance, placed in a jar or sealed container, wrapped with a colorful ribbon, tagged (add instruction tag if necessary), and presented to a loved one.

Enjoy!

Cashew candy brittle 3 cups salted, dry-roasted cashew nuts, about 1-pound 2 cups granulated sugar ½ teaspoon sea salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ½ cup light corn syrup ½ teaspoon baking soda Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and vegetable spray the surface or grease with butter. Set aside.

In a large saucepan combine sugar, corn syrup, salt, and one cup of water. Bring to a rapid simmer over medium high heat and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Remove saucepan from heat and stir in butter, baking soda, and cashew nuts. Mixture will foam, stir until mixture is no longer bubbling and caramel is smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Pour into prepared baking sheet and spread with a lightly greased spatula. Let cool until firm about 15-20 minutes. Break into 1-2-inch pieces. Store candy brittle in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3-4 weeks.

Helpful Hint: If the cashews are unsalted, add another ½ (one half) teaspoon sea salt to mixture.

Candy bars of white chocolate with peppermint Yields about 36 two-inch square pieces 1 16-ounce package white chocolate with cocoa butter 1 12-ounce package semi-sweet chocolate ½ teaspoon peppermint extract ž cup peppermint candy canes or peppermint candy In a food processor or blender chop peppermint candy canes into small pieces. Set aside.

With foil line a rimmed 15x10- inch baking pan extending foil over the sides. Grease foil with vegetable spray.

In a double boiler over medium low heat melt the semisweet chocolate chips. Pour evenly into prepared baking pan and with a greased spatula spread evenly. Sprinkle with Âź cup peppermint candy pieces.

Put into refrigerator until firm, about 25-35 minutes.

In a clean double boiler on medium low heat melt white chocolate chips until almost melted. Remove the top pan and stir until white chocolate is completely melted.

Stir in peppermint extract.

Cool for 4-6 minutes and pour over chocolate layer, spreading quickly to thinly cover.

Sprinkle with ½ cup crushed peppermint candy.

Chill until both layers are firm. Lift foil out of pan and shake off any loose candy pieces. Peel off foil from bottom of candy. Trim the edges and cut into 2-inch squares.

Store in airtight containers up to 4-5 weeks.

Spicy and sweet almonds ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon water 1 pound raw almonds 8 tablespoons granulated sugar ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon powder or Chinese Five-Spice 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional) ½ teaspoon sea salt Prepare a rimmed baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or foil and grease or spray top side with veg-

etable spray. Set aside.

In a saucepan warm water and honey over medium-low heat, stir, do not boil. Mix well and cool to room temperature about 15 minutes.

In a small bowl mix together spices and six tablespoons sugar.

In a large bowl combine cooled honey with almonds.

Toss well until nuts are thoroughly coated and no honey syrup remains in the bottom of the bowl.

Toss nuts quickly with sugar and spice mixture, mix well.

Spread nut mixture in prepared baking pan. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 5-7 minutes.

Remove from oven and quickly separate nuts with a fork or spoon. Sprinkle with remaining two tablespoons of sugar.

Bake for another 5-7 minutes until nuts are browned and crystallized. Cool and place in airtight containers.

Candied pecans or walnuts 3 tablespoons butter ½ cup granulated sugar 1½ cups pecan or walnut halves Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and grease it with butter. Set it aside.

In a heavy 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

Stir in sugar and add nuts.

Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly for 3-5 minutes or until sugar melts and turns a rich golden brown.

Remove skillet from heat.

Pour out nut mixture into prepared baking sheet. With a greased fork separate the nuts and cool completely. Makes about 1 ½ cups. Place in airtight containers, keeps for 4-6 weeks.

Chocolate truffles with brandy 3 cups Ghiradelli bittersweet chocolate chips 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk, minus two tablespoons 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons brandy In a large saucepan, melt chocolate chips along with condensed milk on low to medium heat. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and brandy.

Pour mixture onto one inch deep foil covered baking sheet

and spread out evenly. Chill in refrigerator for 2-4 hours until firm.

Shape mixture into one inch balls. Roll into shredded coconut, shredded milk chocolate, cocoa, colored sprinkles or chopped nuts. Gently stack them in a mason jar. Refrigerate in airtight jar.

Caramel sauce â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Gift in a Jar ½ cup butter 1 cup light brown sug ar, packed ½ sea salt 2/ 3 c up heavy wh ippin g cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add brown sugar and sea salt, whisking until thickened and thoroughly mixed about 3-5 minutes.

Whisk in whipping cream, simmer for 2-4 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla; stir until thoroughly mixed. Pour mixture into a sealable jar and refrigerate for up to a month.

Serve over ice cream, pound cake, pear halves, or peach halves with some raspberry jam..

Horseradish Ready-to-go â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Gift in a Jar Makes about four 4-ounce jars 1 pound fresh horseradish root, peeled and grated 8 tablespoons white wine vinegar, divided (or lemon juice may be substituted) 2 shallots, peeled and cut into chunks 2 teaspoons sea salt Peel and grate horseradish root. Place in a blender or food processor, add two tablespoons vinegar; blend for just 20 seconds until horseradish begins to break down. Add four more tablespoons vinegar and shallots, blend again until mixture forms a coarse paste.

Add two more tablespoons vinegar, pulse just for 2-4 seconds to mix. Pour mixture into a jar and refrigerate for up to a month.

Note: To make as a creamy sauce to use for meats and seafood add 1½ cups heavy whipping cream and some finely minced garlic. Heat in a saucepan and simmer for about 6-8 minutes. Chill and serve. Refrigerate it will keep for 6-8 weeks. May be frozen.

Thursday, December 8 s4HE +IWANIS #LUB OF (AMPSTEAD WILL MEET AT A M AT the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM NOON P M AT the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR FREE (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com.\ sThe Hampstead Lions Club meets on the first and third Thursday of the month at noon at Topsail Presbyterian Church Highway 17. For more information about the Lions Club please call Val at 910-231-6003.

Friday, December 9 s!TKINSON "APTIST #HURCH (WY IN !TKINSON HAS A FREE bread giveaway Fridays from 4-5 p.m. All types of bread from white to multigrain to hamburger buns. s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM OPEN P M s4HE -ARINE #ORPS ,EAGUE $ETACHMENT MEETS FOR breakfast at the Sawmill Grill in Hampstead at 8 a.m. each Friday.

Tuesday December 13 Marine Corps League, Detachment 1321 meets at the Topsail Senior Center, 20959 U.S. Hwy. 17 in Hampstead the second Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. The Detachment is always looking for new member to help in its continuing mission. s4HE +NIGHTS OF #OLUMBUS #OUNCIL MEETS THE SECOND and fourth Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Building, 16660 U.S. Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. s3T (ELENA #OMMUNITY #ENTER !SSOCIATION MEETS AT p.m. at the community center.

Wednesday, December 14 s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM P M AT THE Surf City Community Center, 201 Community Center Dr. Call 328.4887 for more information s4HE #OASTAL 0ENDER 2OTARY #LUB MEETS EACH 7EDNESDAY at 12:30 p.m. at the Belvedere Country Club, 2368 Country Club Drive in Hampstead.

Thursday, December 15 s4HE +IWANIS #LUB OF (AMPSTEAD WILL MEET AT A M AT the Sawmill Grill on Hwy. 17 in Hampstead. s!LCOHOLICS !NONYMOUS WILL MEET FROM NOON P M AT the Surf City Community Center. Call 328.4887 for more information. s0ENDER #OUNTY -USEUM IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR FREE (donations are welcome) every Thursday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Group tours are available at other times by contacting the Museum at 259-8543 by email at penderhist@hotmail.com.\ sThe Hampstead Lions Club meets on the first and third Thursday of the month at noon at Topsail Presbyterian Church Highway 17. For more information about the Lions Club please call Val at 910-231-6003. s6ILLIAGE OF 3T (ELENA #OUNCIL MEETS AT P M AT THE town hall.

COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS Christmas Eve Services at Holy Trinity Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Hampstead, will hold its Christmas Eve service at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 24. A selection of seasonal music will precede the 5 p.m. Holy Eucharist. A regular service of Holy Eucharist will be held Sunday, Dec. 25 at 10 a.m.

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 107 Deerfield Drive behind the Port City Java on Rt. 17. For more information, call 270-4221.

Hampstead UMC Cantata Dec. 11 Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cantata time again at Hampstead United Methodiest Church. The choir, orchestra and director, Patti Rouse invite everyone to come and enjoy A World of Christmas, an exciting musical journey around the world.

There will be three opportunities to hear this unique cantata: two candlelight performances on Saturday and Sunday evenings, Dec. 10 and 11 at 7 p.m. and another at 10 a.m. on Dec. 11.

A Wo rl d o f C hr is t m a s features song stylings from foreign lands. According to composer Joseph Martin,

â&#x20AC;&#x153;music is the language that transcends every cultural and national boundary. It teaches us what can happen when differences come together to make harmony. At Christmas, the wings of song carry us to far away places, and we learn that in Christ there is no east or west, in Him no south or north.â&#x20AC;?

According to Director of Music, Patti Rouse, the Cantata choir and orchestra h ave b e e n wo rk i n g ve r y hard on this exciting, yet challenging collection of songs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Please plan to attend this exceptionally uplifting service of music and be sure to bring your friends,â&#x20AC;? said Rouse.

No tickets are needed for any of the perfor mances.

Seats will be on a first-come, first-seated basis. Call the church office at 270-4648 for more information.

HUMC is located at 15395 U.S. Hwy. 17, about one mile n o r t h o f t h e Fo o d L i o n shopping center next to Farm Bureau Ins. Co. Look for the Christmas Cantata banner.

Hampstead Lions scholarship fundraiser The Hampstead Lions Club

and the Hampstead N.C. Lions Foundation Inc. have, for the past 35 years, awarded college scholarships to deserving Topsail High School students.

The program was started in 1981 when the Club raffled a shotgun and the proceeds, $50, were awarded to a Topsail High School senior. Since that time, the program has grown.

By 1999, the club was awarding $5,000 each year and for the last two years, $30,000. This is due only to the generous support of the Hampstead community.

Lion Billy Oliver, now deceased, was instrumental in establishing the Foundation and in raising funds for the scholarship program. In his honor, one of the scholarships awarded each year it the Billy Oliver Scholarship, which is $10,000 awarded for a fouryear period. To qualify for this scholarship, the student must be enrolled in an engineering program at N.C. State University.

The Foundation is now holding itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual end-ofyear fundraiser in support of the scholarship program. To help a worthy Topsail High School attend college next

fall, consider a donation to the scholarship fund.

Donations may be sent to the Hampstead N.C. Lions Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 231, Hampstead, NC 28443. The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization.

Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Volunteer Service Award Nominations Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 Gover norâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Volunteer Service Award.

The awards program, created by the office of the governor in 1979, recognizes North Carolinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most dedicated volunteers. Through the years, the award has been bestowed on thousands of North Carolinians who have shown concern and compassion for their neighbors by volunteering in their local community.

Each county selects up to 10 individuals, businesses, groups/teams and one paid director of volunteers to be recognized for their outstanding contributions to their communities. One of the nominees will be nominated for the Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Medallion Award for Volunteer Service, which is awarded to the top 20 volunteers in the state. A local committee evaluates the nominations.

Nomination for ms are available in Pender County at the following locations: s0ENDER !DULT 3ERVICES

S. Walker St, Burgaw s"URGAW 0UBLIC ,IBRARY

S. Cowan St, Burgaw s(AMPSTEAD 0UBLIC ,IBRARY

75 Library Dr., Hampstead Return the completed forms to: Kay Warner, Pender Adult Services, 901 S. Walker St., P.O. Box 1251, Burgaw, NC 28425.

Nomination forms are due by Jan. 17.

AARP Tax-Aide needs new volunteers If you are looking for a

Ruth Rivenbark Bergendahl celebrated 100 years in Portsmouth, Va. Dec. 2 with family, friends, and Buster, her faithful Peekapoo companion. Ruth returned to her childhood home of Watha in 1976 after spending many of her adult years in Maryland. Having been blessed with excellent health, Ruth now lives independently in Portsmouth near family members. volunteer opportunity that is both mentally challenging and fulfilling, perhaps you should consider the AARP Tax-Aide, a free income tax preparation service. They are seeking new volunteers for the next tax filing season which begins in February of 2017.

The Organization provides a complete tax preparation and e-filing service for both federal and state tax returns FREE of charge, to all qualified taxpayers, with emphasis placed on those with low to middle incomes and those 60 years of age or older.

This service is administered nationwide by the AARP Foundation and sponsored by AARP and IRS. Volunteers need not be AARP members.

Tax Counselors receive IRS approved training at a local site, as well as IRS certification. The training covers tax law as well as how to use the IRS approved software to prepare tax returns.

Training begins in late November to early December with self study and practical

exercises preparing sample returns. Classroom and computer training follows in midJanuary. Volunteers receive resource guides on tax law to use throughout the training and the tax season.

Though counselors are trained to prepare the vast majority of all tax returns, they are not trained to prepare, nor are they allowed to prepare, highly complex returns. Returns prepared by tax counselors are e-filed to the IRS and the State of NC. All tax returns are quality checked by a second counselor at the site before being filed.

Counselors at the Hampstead site will be expected to volunteer weekly for two afternoon sessions of four hours each during the 10 week tax season.

If you are interested in helping provide this public service to the people of Pender County and would like to know more, please call Local Coordinator Jack Padgett at 910-270-4387.

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