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Grins and Gripes
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Patient drivers behind farmers as we move equipment between fields. Maximum tire speed for equipment is 25 mph. We know you have places to go, and we appreciate your patience! Property owner of the former SunTrust bank (in Stokesdale) for
Happy summer days
from Summerfield Family Dentistry
mowing the grass. After it went under contract the property wasn’t mowed, but after two emails, they happily mowed it. Whoever propped up our trailer ramp along the fence on N.C. 150. What a great relief it was to find it – thank you! Oak Ridge Parks and Recreation department for designating a pickleball court in the town park. St. Paul the Apostle Church for a wonderful Vacation Bible School. We loved the theme so much and want to say thanks to everyone who helped! A local farmer and lepidopterist for preserving milkweed plot in Heritage Farm Park along Hwy. 150 for a Monarch butterfly habitat. These butterflies are enjoyed by users of the trail as well as those who pass by on the highway. Editor’s note: Once again I’m reminded that expanding my vocabulary is one of the benefits of what I do for a living. Just in case I’m not the only one unfamiliar with the word “lepidopterist,” I looked up the definition and confirmed it is a person who studies or collects butterflies and moths. For those who already knew that – good for you! The town councils of Stokesdale, Oak Ridge and Summerfield for welcoming, encouraging and thanking people for public comments regardless of which town you reside in. Our towns’ elected officials are excellent examples of how to honor free speech.
Whoever is responsible for maintaining the A&Y Greenway. The paved surface in some areas is so destroyed with tree roots that a person needs a full-suspension MTB just to ride the greenway. Please at least grind the bumps down! The keyboard warrior whining about how the flag is displayed in Henson Forest. Ring the doorbell and voice your displeasure in person, or would that be too risky? Same goes for the griper about the Black Flag on N.C. 150. ...continued on p. 26
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