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Town asks for its share of sales tax As of July 1, 2003, only municipalities within Guilford County which levy a property tax on their citizens receive a share of state-collected sales and use taxes by PATTI STOKES STOKESDALE – Stokesdale Mayor Pro Tem Bill Jones says he recently spent three days reading through information
on the state’s Department of Revenue website. It was part of the process he underwent before drafting a resolution which was approved by the Stokesdale Town Council at its Feb. 11 meeting; Jones and Mayor Randy Braswell plan to hand-deliver the resolution to the Guilford County commissioners at their Feb. 18 meeting. The resolution states that from the date of Stokesdale’s incorporation on Nov. 9, 1989 until July 1, 2003, the town received a significant part of its funding from the distribution of sales and use
taxes collected by the State of North Carolina on every purchase made in Guilford County. The sales and use taxes collected by the state are distributed back to counties, which can decide whether the revenue will be shared with incorporated municipalities on a per capita or an ad valorem basis.
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On Jan. 5, President Obama announced executive actions aimed at reducing gun violence. The president’s plan is to clarify who is “engaged in the business” of selling firearms, which comes with the requirement to be licensed and perform background checks on their customers. His plan also adds 230 more FBI workers to aid in processing background checks and establishes a $500-million federal fund designated for additional mental illness treatment.
The following is a continuation of the responses we received when we asked residents of northwest Guilford County for their opinion on President Obama’s actions to reduce gun violence … “The purpose of the Second Amendment was to ensure a well-regulated militia. We have that – there are five branches, if you count the Coast Guard – and there’s no one else in this country, cops included, who needs any type of assault rifle, automatic weapon, or large capacity magazine for their weapon. “This country would be better off overall with stricter gun laws. Rifles and shotguns have their place, out in the country where one can hunt down one’s own food, or take out predators. Hand-
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Gun control efforts: As reports of mass shootings and random violence with guns have become more common, the number of people who feel the need to arm themselves continues to grow. In response, an opposing group feels the need to implement stricter gun regulations.
The per capita method distributes local sales tax revenue based on population; the ad valorem method distributes the sales tax revenue based on the amount of property tax the incorporated municipalities levy.
guns have their place – inside one’s property, for personal protection, unless one has children. A house with children does not need handguns. Nobody but cops needs to have a handgun outside their personal property. “As a society, we have got to stop glorifying guns and gun violence. Movies and games and now restaurants (have you seen the one in Greensboro called Burger Warfare?) that glorify gun violence should not be readily available to children.” Lisa Skeen SUMMERFIELD “The President’s actions will do nothing to prevent gun violence in America.
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School Board seeks public input on superintendent search Public surveys must be completed by March 16
GUILFORD COUNTY – The Guilford County Board of Education is seeking direct input from the community to help shape the search process and assist in defining the qualities and characteristics of the next superintendent of Guilford County Schools. The board invites parents and community members to participate in a short community survey that can be completed online at www.surveymonkey.com/r/F9BT2YT. All surveys must be completed by Wednesday, March 16, with results to be compiled and presented by the North Carolina School Boards Association at the regular board meeting on March 24. Community members are invited to comment publicly on desired characteristics for the next school superintendent during any of four scheduled public forums, one of which will be held on Tues-
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Fire department holds first of two Q&A sessions A second session will be held on Tuesday, March 8
STOKESDALE – Stokesdale Fire Department held the first of two informational sessions on Feb. 16 to provide history and an overview of the department, as well as to answer questions about a proposed 5-cent increase in the fire district’s tax cap which citizens will have the option of voting on in the March 15 primary election. Fire departments within North Carolina formed after 1959 already have a fire district tax cap of 15 cents per $100 property value – that means a department can tax property owners up to 15 cents per $100 of property value; on a $300,000 home, that equates to $450 per year.
Stokesdale Fire Department, however, was formed in 1954 when state statutes mandated that fire district tax caps be limited to 10 cents per $100 property value. In 2014, for only the second time in its 62-year history the fire department raised its fire district tax, and that’s when it simultaneously reached the 10-cent cap allowed under its organizational charter. The department sees an increase in the tax cap as a way of positioning itself to receive more funding when needed to meet the demands of a growing population, which comes with more emergency and service calls. Stokesdale Fire Chief Todd Gauldin stresses that raising the fire district tax cap
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Silva hired a new marketing team who is handling the menus, social media, décor updates, etc. for his seven restaurants. “We just wanted to freshen things up,” Silva says. “We’re still Rio Grande, but we decided to put ‘Mexican Kitchen’ on the (exterior building) sign just to give our seven Rio Grandes in this area a little bit of their own identity.”
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“We’re just going through a transition period – my partner and I had 14 restaurants between us, and we decided that I would focus on the seven in this area and he’ll focus on the seven in Rockingham County,” Silva says.
As part of Silva’s plan, one-by-one each of his restaurants will be receiving upgrades. In Rio Grande’s Oak Ridge location, patrons will see a new wall, storefront and windows in the near future.
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NCDOT’s Bobby Norris explained that Branch HighPhoto by Patti Stokes/NWO ways was unable to move the dirt needed before the cold A new exterior sign above Rio Grande in Oak Ridge, and wet weather set in, so which reads, “Mexican Kitchen,” has prompted some they have winterized the people to wonder if Rio Grande changed ownership. project and will return when Has Rio Grande, Oak Ridge the weather and temperatures “will allow changed ownership? My for more productive operations.” husband and I noticed the “If they were to move dirt when it is sign (on the outside of the building) now so wet and frozen, they would have to reads “Mexican Kitchen.” rework the dirt when it warms up and
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dries out, which would create double the work,” said Norris. “Their intentions are to still get the project completed by the contract time.”
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...continued from p. 3 does not mean the department will – or even can – immediately increase the tax on citizens within the fire district. Nor does the department see a need to do so within the immediate future. The increased tax cap would, however, allow the department to go through the process of raising the tax if it deems necessary to provide the level of emergency preparedness and protection it has been offering. Even then, before raising the tax the department would first need approval from its board of directors, fire commissioners, the Rockingham and Guilford County Emergency Services directors, budget offices and county managers, and finally, the county commissioners of both counties. “I think we have broad support (for the 5-cent increase in the tax cap),” says Randy Southard, Stokesdale Fire Department’s deputy chief. “My fear is that people won’t take the time to vote one way or the other. If the people will not take it for granted and will show up at the polls in reasonable numbers, I feel they will support us.” A second informational session will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m. at Stokesdale Fire Department, 8401 U.S. 158, downtown Stokesdale. Anyone with questions is encouraged to call the department at (336) 643-0790.
Players, coaches honored at annual football banquet Photos by L.A. Logan/NWO
by L.A. LOGAN NORTHERN GUILFORD – Northern Guilford High School’s varsity and junior varsity football teams held their annual banquet at Gospel Baptist Church on Feb. 11, where players, coaches, and former head coach Johnny Roscoe and “Mrs. Coach,” Jane Roscoe, were honored. “2015 was the best coaching job that I’ve ever had,” said Coach Roscoe of his last season as a high school football coach. “The adversity that the players faced, especially with injuries, and the pressure they were under … If you look back to the records, 13th seeds don’t make it to the state semifinals. Northern may be the first 13th seed to play in the semifinals.”
Former Northern Guilford head football coach Johnny Roscoe and his wife Jane receive a custom-made football showcasing his 300 game wins at the annual football banquet on Feb. 11. Roscoe’s retirement was announced in December. Northern Guilford High School senior varsity football captains (L to R) Max Maynard, Tristen Simmons, CJ Freeman and Jalen Hollins were among those recognized on Feb. 11 for their contributions to the team’s successful season.
Since 2007, Northern’s (10-5, 5-3) football program has recorded at least 10 wins each season and holds a 30-2 alltime playoff record. Also during the 2015 season, Roscoe picked up his 300th game win, and the varsity football team won the 100th game in the school’s history. For more photos from the banquet on Feb. 11, visit Facebook.com/ NorthwestObserver.
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...continued from p. 1 tribution from the per capita to the ad valorem method, effective July 1, 2003, none of the northwest-area towns were levying a property tax. In 2004 Oak Ridge levied its first property tax, at a rate of 8.63 cents per $100 property value, and has kept that rate ever since.
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Summerfield also levied its first property tax in 2004, and charged 10.5 cents per $100 property value. The following year the property tax rate was reduced to 5 cents, then in 2006 it went down to 3.9 cents per $100 property value. In 2007 and 2008 the tax rate was reduced to 3.5 cents, and in 2009 the town charged no property tax. Summerfield began levying a property tax again in 2010, at a rate of 3.5 cents, where it remained until the council voted in June 2014 to reduce it
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to 2.75 cents per $100 property value for the FY 2014-2015; last June the council voted to maintain that same property tax rate for FY 2015-2016. Stokesdale is the only northwestarea town that has been steadfast in not levying a property tax – even though, using the ad valorem distribution method, that has meant it does not receive any portion of the sales tax distributed by the county. Jones argues that municipalities shouldn’t be forced to levy a property tax in order to collect their fair share of sales tax, which is paid by their citizens. The resolution he drafted states that “the Stokesdale Town Council believes, and so submits, that the residents of smaller municipalities are entitled to their apportioned shared reimbursement of local sales and use taxes collected by the State of North Carolina, and such communities should not be penalized because their particular town has chosen to govern in a conservative manner by not imposing a local property tax.” Jones has disussed changing the tax distribution method with County Commissioner Justin Conrad, who represents District 3, which includes the towns of Stokesdale, Summerfield and Oak Ridge. He’s also drafting a letter on behalf of Stokesdale, which he plans to send to all the commissioners, in which he says he’s asking some tough questions, such as how the majority of the commissioners could run on a conservative platform, yet continue to force municipalities to either levy a property tax or forfeit their portion of sales tax. “We have 400 houses coming online and we don’t even have enough money to pay for someone to come out and locate a water line,” Jones says. “The county’s bottom line is getting better every time one of these houses is built, but if someone builds a $1 million building in Stokesdale, we don’t get anything.
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“You ride around and see all these nice houses and people driving nice cars, but all the money goes to Guilford County. Guess how much we get? Nothing.” The Town of Stokesdale provides many services, Jones points out, not the least of which is a municipal water system (which he says one county commissioner wasn’t even aware of until it was recently brought to his attention). It is also the only municipality in the area which contracts for an additional 40-hour-per-week deputy to supplement the Guilford County Sheriff’s Department’s coverage, and pays for a deputy’s vehicle. It also has a community park, and a small library housed in Town Hall. “We have five council people doing the town manager’s job, with some of us putting in 20 to 25 hours a week. You look around and ask, ‘Why should we be doing this when there is money (sales and use tax) there to pay for a town manager?’” Jones says. “If that money is collected all over Guilford County, then some of it should come back to our town.” Jones and Mayor Braswell hope that delivering a packet, which will include the resolution, to the county commissioners at their Feb. 18 meeting will get a conversation started that will eventually lead to a vote to change the method of sales tax distribution back to the per capita method. In the meantime, Braswell will be contacting mayors of other municipalities to ask them to also adopt a resolution asking for the sales tax distribution to be once again based on the per capita method. “This isn’t just Stokesdale … every one of these commissioners has one of these towns in their district,” says Jones. “I think this board of commissioners is more fair than the one that took the money away in 2003.” Hang on, this could get very interesting.
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Feb. 9 / MEETING HIGHLIGHTS as reported by PATTI STOKES Mayor Mark Brown called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Following an opening prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, staff and council member introductions were made and the meeting agenda was adopted.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Founders’ Day. Town Manager Scott Whitaker announced that Founders’ Day activities will take place 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, May 13, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 14. This will be the 20th annual Founders’ Day. Volunteers needed. Whitaker said there is an open alternate position on the Board of Adjustment, three openings on the Historic and Public Safety committees, and one opening on the Trails and Open Space Committee, and some applications have been received. Recommendations for appointments will be presented at the March town council meeting; anyone else interested in serving is asked to visit www.summerfieldgov.com, select
“Summerfield Committees” on the left-hand side of the homepage and download a volunteer application, email clerk@summerfieldgov.com or call Town Hall at (336) 643-8655.
PUBLIC COMMENTS Gail Dunham thanked Don Wendelken for his “tremendous volunteer service,” and said, “If there was a ‘Mr. Summerfield’ award for volunteer service, I think it would go to him.” On that note, Dunham said she was shocked to read in the newspaper (the Northwest Observer) that Wendelken had been kicked off of a committee. “The article read as though you all (town council) had made your decision ahead of time, outside of the open meeting … You talked tonight about volunteer opportunities – you should tell them (prospective volunteers) that they may be subject to public humiliation,” she said. Continuing, Dunham said some committee members have not met at-
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tendance requirements, and she cited what she felt was a conflict of interest over the Trails and Open Space Committee recommending the town purchase property (adjoining the community park) that was very close to the home of one of the committee’s members. Dunham urged the council to focus on one major project at a time, and put any more potential property purchases to a referendum. Pat Tillman introduced himself as a candidate for Guilford County School Board’s District 3, which was realigned last year to match the county commissioner districts. “I look forward to getting to know you all and am excited about the opportunity we have to flip the board and usher in a new wave of leadership,” Tillman said. “I’ve served my country as a Marine, am raising a family with three kids in public schools, and my parents are lifelong educators.” He added that he is being endorsed by several elected officials including Sheriff BJ Barnes, Commissioners Jeff Phillips and Hank Henning, and Greensboro City Councilman Tony Wilkins. Jon Kreider said he was appointed in October to represent Summerfield and the rest of Guilford County as a district court judge, and he is now running for election. Like Tillman, he also is endorsed by Sheriff BJ Barnes, as well as several county commissioners including Alan Purdue, Hank Henning and Justin Conrad. “Last October I got the call from the governor’s office to serve as a district court judge and have been holding court in Greensboro and High Point ever since – and it has been a fantastic experience,” Kreider said. “I’ve brought my work ethic and energy to the position. I encourage you to find out ‘Who is this guy?’ and who your other judicial candidates are.”
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Kreider asked for citizens to vote for him in the primary election on March 15. Tim Sessoms, former Summerfield mayor, thanked the council members for serving the town. “People don’t know – but I know – what you go through and what it takes,” Sessoms told council members. He then offered a special note of appreciation to retiring finance officer Katrina Whitt for the quality of her work and the demeanor, graciousness and level of professionalism she has shown while dealing “with a lot of stuff.” “Replacing her will be very difficult,” Sessoms said.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: FY 2016-17 BUDGET Dwayne Crawford asked the council to consider putting any trail expenses to a referendum. “The people have never been asked if they want to pay for it,” Crawford said. “It’s easy to ask people if they want something for free ...,” he said, encouraging the council to ask people to make a decision within the context
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Gail Dunham thanked Katrina Whitt for doing such a great job, then launched into criticism of the council for what she claimed was its intent to pay for the fire department to have a fire hydrant within 1,000 feet of every home (despite Dunham’s repeated accusations, the fire department has vehemently denied that the department requested the town to install/pay for fire hydrants within 1,000 feet of each home in Summerfield).
Trails and Open Space. Chair Jane Doggett said the committee is working on developing standards for trails that will connect to the A&Y Greenway through Summerfield. Also, the committee asks that the council resolve the situation with The Vineyards as soon as possible.
Whitaker said bids for the athletic park’s second entrance will open Feb. 22 and the town has been getting some good inquiries about it.
“The Town is going to pay for all these fire hydrants while the Gordon property sits there and deteriorates. The Martin house, that’s sitting there, too. I don’t know how many more expensive projects you expect to start …,” Dunham said. Whitaker said one of the things to come out of the town council’s recent retreat was that finishing the development ordinance re-write is a priority, as is developing a master plan for the intersection of Summerfield Road and N.C. 150 (Oak Ridge Road).
“We also talked about town staffing, projects related to our community park, and budgets for our athletic park. Please be involved and come to the (budget) meetings,” Whitaker encouraged citizens.
COMMITTEE REPORTS Historical. Chair Linda Southard said the committee is finalizing work on two roadside historical signs – one for the Bugle Boy and one for Laughlin School – and continues to interview veterans. Public Safety. Chairman Dwayne Crawford reminded council that the committee has requested a statement of support for the county to get involved in remediating and improving fire protection water resources within
“We feel that in an effort to develop a main artery, The Vineyard Trail is very important and we need to come to a resolution,” Doggett said. The committee meets again Feb. 24. Founders’ Day. Whitaker said planning for the 20th annual Founders’ Day is going well and logistics related to moving the venue from the athletic park on U.S. 220 back to Summerfield Road (beside the fire station) are being worked out.
TOWN MANAGER BUSINESS Planning services contract. Development activity has increased over the last several months, and with that has come the demand for more planning services; in anticipation of that, the town budgeted $35,000 for additional planning services this fiscal year. Whitaker said he negotiated a contract with Benchmark, a planning firm the town has previously worked with, to have an onsite, seasoned professional two days a week, from Feb. 16 to June 30, at a fixed price of $19,600 ($61.25/hour).
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The finance officer’s position is being advertised. Stewart, the Raleigh-based engineering design firm the town has contracted with, is expected to be onsite next week to continue work on the A&Y Greenway project. The Trails Committee expects to present suggested connecting trail standards to the council in March. “We’re hoping at that time that we can address The Vineyards situation,” Whitaker said, explaining he had requested the committee develop standards for trails feeding into the A&Y Greenway to ensure the connecting trails don’t have vastly different standards than those of the A&Y. “So
far it looks like they are not far from each other in standards,” he said. Town Clerk Valarie Halvorsen noted the council’s budget workshop was rescheduled from Feb. 23 to Feb. 29.
COUNCIL BUSINESS Councilman Reece Walker asked if the elevator in Town Hall was still out of commission and Whitaker said it is actually an electric wheelchair lift; a part to repair it is on order, at a cost of about $2,150, and it is expected to be repaired in the next week or so.
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closed session to discuss a real estate matter, the council reconvened and unanimously voted to purchase 26.38 acres adjoining the community park. (See Feb. 12-18 front cover article for more details.) With no further business, the meeting adjourned shortly after 8 p.m.
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You cannot legislate morality and you can’t persuade criminals to abide by gun laws by making gun laws stricter for lawabiding citizens. “I am most concerned about the President’s plan to restrict all gun sales by expanding the government’s authority to define if/when a person is deemed to be ‘engaged in the business’ of buying or selling firearms. The President has signaled that any private sales could constitute ‘business’ – even sales or transfers between family members. I’m disappointed, but not terribly surprised, that he would use an emotional plea rather than apply logic and commonsense to such a serious problem. Not one mass shooting would have been prevented by implementing his proposals. “If the President truly wants to make America safer from these senseless tragedies he should, by executive order, eliminate gun-free zones, make concealed carry legal at any educational or government-supported facility that accepts any federal tax dollars, and enact National Right to Carry Reciprocity laws (HB923 and S498). When evil individuals must consider that their potential victims may be protected by a good guy with a gun, these terrible events will be diminished.”
The issue of gun violence is no more about guns than is death by motor vehicle about automobiles. “Making guns the issue takes the focus off the real issue. Habitual criminals are turned loose on society because there are not enough prisons to house them, and the penalties for violent crimes and drug offenses are not severe enough. Most alcohol-related car accidents involve someone who has been arrested many times, possibly driving with no license and no insurance. They should be in jail before it gets to that level. The $500 million should be spent on prisons, drug rehab facilities, and institutions for the mentally ill. The president has admitted his proposal would not have stopped any of the recent mass shootings. Not a solution. Why waste another $500 million?” David Miller, KERNERSVILLE “I believe schools should not be gun-free zones, but rather principals and assistant principals, as well as other support staff, should be trained at the government’s expense, if they are willing to carry weapons on campus. The same applies to any government building. It is no coincidence that these are the places being targeted. These cowards do not want to risk running into a good guy with a gun.
“Parents should not allow their children to play violent video games, or watch violent movies. Hollywood actors who are so vocal about wanting to deny private citizens their gun rights do not mind making millions off movies and songs encouraging violence. “Finally, we have a president who encourages violence against police officers by his statements and actions. We need to elect people who are willing to do something about violence in this country, not bring in more potential terrorists or let criminals out of prison. Enforce the laws already on the books, and no sanctuary cities!”
“The President’s recent actions will produce the opposite desired results. His actions are making law abiding citizens feel less safe and secure because they are realizing, and many for the first time, that law enforcement personnel cannot protect them. Record numbers of background checks and gun purchases are the results of citizens refusing to be victims of crimes. The law-abiding citizens among us have their eyes on the right targets.”
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“I believe these latest regulations are basically useless. Nothing the president has proposed would have stopped any of the mass shootings. I’m opposed to any additional regulations. If the existing laws were enforced, the issue could be resolved to a large extent. To help stop the growing number of mass shootings and violence, we need enforcement, prosecution and punishment for those breaking current law. Laws should also be modified so there is more medical reporting of mental health concerns by doctors.”
“Based on the prolific nature of the president’s previous missteps involving the Department of Justice and law enforcement in general, I think he sees this as nothing more than legacy talking points. The American people respect good policy when presented logically and sensibly. However, this president’s rhetorical approach to serious matters such as gun control has been tainted by his false promises and failed policies throughout his administration.
Phyllis Anders, OAK RIDGE
“Current laws are on the books to keep criminals who use guns off the streets, but the system does not use them. Ever notice how many times a suspect in a murder ‘just got out of prison?’ Career criminals belong in jail!
“Those who are determined to use guns for evil will get them regardless of what laws are passed. Everyone should have the right to defend themselves.”
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“From what I have read and heard since the President’s recent push for more government control of guns, local law enforcers say that new changes will not affect N.C. gun laws and citizens who obey them. That is the problem with his effort to reduce gun violence. He is aiming at the wrong targets. His target should be those who actually commit crimes with a gun.
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“Remember, the main reason for the Second Amendment is mistrust of a government that might get out of control. That principle is as important today as it was in 1791. “Attempting to control the number of guns or the amount of ammunition on a mass scale is nonsensical. The only effective solution is twofold: stricter prosecution of weapons violations and evaluation of the mental capability of those applying for gun ownership and/or use. While the Second Amendment does not address limiting access to firearms, I would favor legislation that prohibited those identified and certified as mentally ill, plus any convicted felon, from possessing a firearm.” Bill Edwards, OAK RIDGE
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OAK RIDGE – Like many high schoolers, Tyler Millard was active in sports. As a senior, his soccer skills were improving. But on the field, he was getting worse – many times other players would suddenly appear, seemingly out of nowhere. And he was having a touch of night blindness.
“But I was driving home one time and I accidentally bumped into a cop car on the highway. I had checked my ‘blind spot’ but didn’t see him.”
After graduating, Millard headed to UNC-Wilmington to pursue a degree in mathematics and become certified as a teacher. His plan was to teach math at a community college or be a lecturer. “While I was an undergraduate, I started to lose my vision,” says Millard, who stayed on at UNCW for grad school. “You don’t know you can’t see, but you start sensing a problem. Then I started to develop tunnel vision and lost my peripheral vision.” Aware of his sight limitations, Millard knew he had to be particularly
That was the last straw. Recognizing his vision was putting himself and others at risk when he was behind the wheel, he began to pursue answers to what was happening. After undergoing extensive testing with specialists at Duke and the University of Chicago, he was diagnosed with a fairly common form of Retinitis Pigmentosa. RP is an inherited, degenerative eye disease in which photoreceptor cells (rods and cones) in the eye die, causing vision to gradually decline. Most people with RP are legally blind by age 40, with a central visual field of less than 20 degrees in diameter. “It became apparent to me that I would need a lot of help if I was going to teach… and [a college] could find
someone else to teach who didn’t need a teaching assistant.” Determined to make a contribution to society by himself, he turned to his guitar – an instrument he picked up while an undergrad as he struggled with his declining vision. “People began to say I could do live shows,” says Millard, who left school and moved back home to Oak Ridge “to jump in with both feet and try the music thing.”
Tyler Millard, 31, began noticing his vision worsening when he was a senior in high school.
That was about 4 ½ years ago. “Slowly but surely I’ve done gigs around town and released an album,” says Millard, now 31. “It’s been 10 years since I lost my sight and started playing guitar. I never thought it would be a career. It’s a pretty amazing lifestyle.” In 2012, the singer-songwriter wrote “Alive,” a song about embracing adversity and using it as a fuel for success. Through the lyrics, Millard aired some of the emotions he had experienced since being diagnosed with RP. “I was visiting my mom in Arizona, and nothing exciting was coming from my music yet. I felt like I wanted to write the anthem – I’m losing my vision but I’m still alive, I’m still in here.” He wrote the chorus first, since commercially, it’s the most important part of a song. Then came the verses.
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Notes on Tyler Millard’s song “Alive” sit on a soundboard at Blackbird Studios in Nashville.
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“They are metaphors for the struggle. I’m striving for this thing, and I hope it’s worth it in the end,” says Millard. “The song’s bridge touches on a different idea, about turning your curse into something positive. But it’s written so anybody could take their own meaning from it.” It was a private song, rarely played live and not included on The Tyler Millard Band’s debut album, “Carolina Blues.” This all changed, however, in the spring of 2015, when Millard began to speak and perform at The Foundation Fighting Blindness “Dining in the Dark” events, fundraisers where participants are challenged to experience blindness by eating dinner blindfolded. The Foundation’s mission is to drive the research that will provide preventions, treatments and cures for people affected by inherited retinal diseases. That’s when it became apparent that “Alive” might be able to serve a bigger purpose. Millard decided that with the support of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, he would professionally record “Alive” and donate a portion of the proceeds to the Foundation.
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School makeup days GUILFORD COUNTY – Friday, June 10, will be a makeup day for Guilford County schools (on a traditional schedule), which were closed on Feb. 15 due to inclement weather. Previous days missed this year due to inclement weather (Jan. 25 and 26) will be made up on Feb. 29 (previously desig-
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Tyler Millard records “Alive,” a song whose lyrics express his emotions dealing with blindness, at Blackbird Studios in Nashville.
corded with blindfolds on,” says Millard. Each musician recorded his part without the aid of vision, and thus was born a movement, “Recording in the Dark.”
“When the musicians arrived at the studio, we messed around with the song for about 30 minutes, and then re-
Or better yet, watch the band perform live at local venues, including Music in the Park events at Oak Ridge Town Park.
“Down the line, I want other artists to do their own versions of ‘Alive,’ or other songs, blindfolded,” says Millard. He’s mulling over starting a “Recording in the Dark” Facebook page for the movement, which would include posts from people doing everyday things wearing blindfolds. For more info on Millard’s music, visit www.thetylermillardband.com, or find them on Facebook, iTunes and YouTube.
Tractor Supply presented the pet food donation to the Guilford County Animal Shelter.
“Tractor Supply is a partner for those working hard to connect homeless pets with loving families,” said Don Jaquish, manager of the Oak Ridge Tractor Supply store. “We are grateful to have such caring pet partners in our community, and we are looking
In addition to the pet food donation, the Oak Ridge Tractor Supply periodically hosts pet adoption events throughout the year. Visit TSCEventPartners.com to learn more about working with Tractor Supply for pet adoption events.
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If owner is not located, these two sweet terrier mix females will be available for adoption. About 1 year old, found the evening of Feb. 9 on the side of the road, off Springdale Meadow in Stokesdale. No collars. Super sweet and friendly - probably sisters. One is 19 pounds and the other is 20 pounds. They have been checked out by a vet and both got rabies shots and have been treated for heartworm.
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When members of the Nashville recording industry caught wind of the “Alive” project, they couldn’t wait to get involved. In late summer of 2015, Tyler was invited to record his song at the world-renowned Blackbird Studios – owned by Martina and John McBride. Nashville producers Harry Smith and Todd Morris recruited some of the most accomplished studio musicians in Nashville to help with the instrumentation on the track and drew on the students at the renowned Blackbird Academy to also assist.
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northwest area of Guilford County.” With that goal in mind, Stone hired Dawn Bray, a business consultant and coach, who has worked as a real estate agent herself. Bray has been instrumental in helping Stone develop a team concept that will give A New Dawn and its clients an edge in the marketplace. Rather than focusing on how many agents it can attract, Stone and Bray have Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO
Robin Bates, Phillip Stone and Zandra Slaydon work together to ensure properties are priced right and sell quickly.
concentrated on hiring agents who are best aligned with A New Dawn’s goals, then having them specialize in specific areas. A listing team, which consists of Stone’s son Phillip and licensed assistants Zandra Slaydon and Robin Bates, works together to ensure that clients’ homes are priced correctly and will sell quickly. “Phillip is really good at determining the best pricing points,” says Bray. “He knows the market and puts in the extra time to make sure he has the best comps. He has really good instincts.”
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agency was established on Godly principles, and a high level of integrity in both the personal lives of the agents and their business practices is at the center of the agency’s core value system. “From my perspective,” says Bray, “the team’s love for God and others, their faith and integrity position them for success. In a market that is changing, they are a solid company!” “I believe in what I’m doing and that A New Dawn is positioned right where God wants us to be,” says Dawn.
atively new to the real estate industry, they bring a fresh perspective to the agency. “Nolan and Amy, who work exclusively with buyers, want to make sure the agency’s buyers avoid common mistakes and have the best buying experience possible,” says Bray. “Since they aren’t listing homes, their focus is always on what they can do to make the buying experience better.” With the listing and buyers’ teams in place, where does Stone fit in? Photo by Annette Joyce/NWO
Dawn Stone opened A New Dawn Realty in 2002.
Slaydon and Bates help with taking room and building measurements and photos, and making sure marketing materials are accurate and appealing and that all the necessary paperwork is in order. All three agents are committed to keeping the seller in the loop throughout the home listing and sale process. The buyers’ team consists of Nolan Weiler and Amy Clark. Because they’re rel-
She’s right up front – literally. In a departure from what owners normally do, Stone has set up her desk in the location normally reserved for a receptionist. “I want to be where the action is,” she says. “I want to be able to talk to people as they come in.” As the agency’s new approach further evolves, Stone sees herself as more of a trainer and cheerleader, providing advice and encouragement and lending a hand whenever needed. But, she’s also there to make certain her company is moving in the right direction and that
I found a new home plan online and contacted David about the possibility of building my new dream home. Most builders know how to build something that has been done many times before, but David saw my vision in what I was looking for in my new custom home.
From beginning to completion, David was there at every step. He is professional, and his craftsmanship is to be admired. The home was completed in a timely fashion and the quality of construction is top rated. David has taken the time and responsibility of ensuring the building process was of only the
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Although they work separately, Amy Clark and Nolan Weiler’s focus is completely on the buyers.
her clients are completely satisfied. With all the changes taking place, one thing remains constant, and that’s Stone’s deep faith and reliance on God. “Over the years, there have been uncertainties and difficulties, but I really believe God is leading me in the right direction,” she says, adding that her
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Rezoning request for 26.25 acres approved STOKESDALE – A rezoning request for 26.25 acres, located at 8116 Haw River Road, about 1,350 feet west of its intersection with N.C. 68, was unanimously approved by the Stokesdale Town Council at its Feb. 11 meeting. Developer Kevan Combs, owner of Combs Inc., said the property belongs to a longtime Stokesdale resident who
has trusted him with the job of developing it. The new neighborhood will be a continuation of Charles Places, which is a part of the Arbor Run community, and will have the same building group as in the main body of Arbor Run, Combs told the town council. The homes will be connected to the town’s municipal water system.
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OAK RIDGE – Allen Tate Realtors Oak Ridge is partnering with the Guilford Education Alliance (GEA) in its LOTS (Love Our Teachers and Schools) program by serving as a drop-off site for school supplies. According to the GEA website, nearly 70 percent of Guilford County students do not have the supplies they need for class. Because of this, teachers spend anywhere from $300 to $1,000 each year out-of-pocket for students’ classroom supplies. Collected school supplies will be do-
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nated to the Teacher Supply Warehouse in Greensboro, where teachers can shop for supplies at no charge. Lori Yager, branch leader for Allen Tate’s Oak Ridge office, says residents can drop off school supplies at the agency’s office in Oak Ridge Commons shopping center during the month of February. She lists the 10 most requested items: No. 2 pencils, copy paper, construction paper, marble notebooks, glue sticks, colored pencils, colored markers, adult scissors, hand sanitizer and facial tissue.
Stone joins Realtor Foundation Phillip Stone of A New Dawn Realty in Stokesdale was recently named a board member of the Greensboro Regional Realtors Foundation, the Stone charitable arm of the Greensboro Regional Realtors Association (GRRA). The foundation has supported a number of GRRA projects including food drives, professional clothing drives
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and “Get a Kid Ready for School.” “My family and I have dealt with some serious medical issues and have been on the receiving end of kindness from a lot of people,” says Stone. “I know from experience how important it is to give back and I want to do as much as I can to help others who might need a little extra care at a low point in their lives.” Stone is a member of Ellisboro Baptist Church, where he serves on the promotions and finance teams. He is also a member of the Northwest Guilford Kiwanis and chairs the Rockingham County Realtors Council.
Allen Tate announces 2015 award recipients at annual banquet
Ramilya Siegel
Linda Mitchell
Delia Knight
Allen Tate announced the top producing agents for 2015 at its annual awards banquet on Feb. 3. Nine agents from the Oak Ridge office were recognized. Top honors went to Ramilya Siegel and Linda Mitchell, who were awarded
Tammy Gardner
David Hawks
the Chairman’s Circle designation. Agents in this category did between $10 million and $19.99 million in closed production. Delia Knight and Tammy Gardner were recognized as Masters Circle recipients. To be included in this circle,
Hess earns Broker of Distinction honor Nancy Hess, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Yost and Little Realty, was recently awarded the 2015 Greensboro Regional Realtors AsHess sociation (GGRA) Broker of Distinction title. A new program established by the GRRA, the Broker of Distinction title rec-
ognizes members who are active within their communities and who promote the value of the Realtor brand. When making its selection, the association looks at six different areas of participation, including: community, committee, education, association and Realtors Political Action Committee (RPAC). Individual sales production is also taken into consideration. An active GRRA member, Hess lives in Summerfield and is a consistent top performer for her company.
Miller joins Kerbappeals Theresa Miller has joined Kerbappeals, Stokesdale’s newest real estate firm, as a Realtor for both buyers and sellers.
on the move. In fact, she says within a two-year period, they relocated from Maine to Pennsylvania, to West Virginia and finally to North Carolina. She says this experience gives her a keen appreciation of the issues and stresses accompanying any relocation.
Miller has been a Realtor since Miller 2012. Because her husband, Scott, was a member of the U.S. Navy, the family spent a lot of time
Residents of Madison, Miller and her husband have three children, Kevin, 16, Alyse, 14, and Maddy, 11. In her free time, Miller enjoys spending time with her family and scrapbooking.
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agents sold between $4 million and $9.99 million. The Chairman’s Circle included David Hawks, Wendy Blair, Kimberly Burgess, Tim Atkins and Karen Lawson. These agents sold between $2 million and $3.99 million.
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“I admire all these agents,” says Lori Yager, branch leader for Allen Tate’s Oak Ridge office. “I see these agents work so hard for our home buyers and sellers. They are an inspiration to the office and our community.”
Kimbrough, Rush join Re/Max NW GREENSBORO – Re/Max Realty Consultants recently announced Ed Kimbrough, a newly licensed agent, will be joining the Re/Max Realty Consultants Success Academy, an intensive mentoring program designed to launch new agents into successful careers. Kimbrough recently retired from an illustrious career in teaching and music, the last several years of which he served as Northern Guilford High School’s band director. During his teaching career he earned the distinction of Guilford County Educator of the Year on two separate occasions, as well as Teacher of the Year at Page High School. Kimbrough lives in Summerfield with his wife, Jen, two daughters, Liz and Ally, three horses, three miniature horses, three dogs, two cats, eight chickens and a guinea pig. Yvonne Rush has also joined Re/Max, and brings 10 years of local real estate and new construction experience. “The real estate season is upon us
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and new trends are beginning to form – homes are in high demand and selling quickly. I’m here to help guide my clients through the buying and selling process,” Rush said. Rush has earned the certified sales professional designation and is a member of the Greensboro Regional Realtors Association. She volunteers at Greensboro Academy, is a member of Triad Church and she donates blood to the Red Cross on a regular basis. Both Kimbrough and Rush will work out of the Re/Max office on Horse Pen Creek Road in northwest Greensboro.
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TRANSACTIONS Northwest-area new and existing home sales Recent home sales in and near your neighborhood impact the current market value of your home. The following is a list of new and existing home sale transactions in northwest Guilford County which have occurred over the last month. Look for more transactions in the Northwest Observer’s real estate section, now appearing in the third issue of each month.
SUMMERFIELD 7308 Autumn Lake Drive (Autumn Lake) $1,000,000 6011 Carlson Ridge Court (Carlson Ridge) $471,000 8204 Windspray Drive (Crosscreek Plantation) $320,000
5701 Broadleaf Road Highland Grove $185,000 3945 Lewiston Road $288,000
STOKESDALE 8202 Barbelo Drive (Angels Glen) $355,000 7808 Green Pond Drive (Northridge) $435,000 7428 Moores Mill Road (Old Moore’s Mill) $345,500
1486 Bethan Drive (Lennox Woods) $445,000
7776 Springdale Meadow Drive (Springdale) $239,000
1459 Bethan Drive (Lennox Woods) $440,000
9000 Mount Carmel Road $225,000
OAK RIDGE
5216 Helsley Court (Riley Village) $246,000
5307 Red Fox Drive (Foxbury) $459,500
6304 Autumn Crest Court (Henson Forest) $399,000
3303 Annry Drive (Stable Ridge) $295,000
7807 Perthshire Drive (Huntcliff) $235,000
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5400 Willow Ridge Drive (Highland Grove) $199,000
8167 Rob Roy Drive (Lennox Woods) $581,000
8200 Chestershire Road (Huntcliff) $267,500 5710 Oakhurst Downs Drive (Oakhurst Downs) $489,000 5201 Harley Stafford Drive (Stafford Forest) $535,000 601 Stafford Pointe Court (Stafford Oaks) $370,000 6599 Currieton Drive (Stonehenge) $294,000 7602 Daltonshire Court (Weatherstone) $158,000 7525 Anthony Road $205,000 8898 Bakersfield Drive (Bakersfield) $333,000 5520 Autumn Harvest Drive (Harvest Ridge) $400,000 7708 Tall Meadows Drive (Meadows Ridge) $304,000
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5402 Westfield Drive
$1,850,000
MLS 718499
This artistic home has over 11,000 square feet on 4 levels. Elevator, 3 staircases, 8 fireplaces, 2 gourmet kitchens, 7 baths, guest quarters, pool, cabana, theater, exercise & yoga rooms. Landscaped grounds with waterfalls, gazebo, lake.
Ann Hardee 336-327-8440
4301 Brunello Place
2420 Ellisboro Road
Unique renovated 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath on 3.2-acres in The Vineyards with covered patio, granite kitchen, outdoor fireplace, Infinity Edge salt water pool. Lower level home theater, kitchen, bath, and recreational room.
Professionally-landscaped 26-acres with mature plantings, koi pond and gazebos. 3 bed / 3.1 bath with lots of space. Basement with hair salon/workshop/hobby room and family room. 5-car garage parking and several outbuildings.
$999,900 MLS 782327
Deryle Peaslee-Wood
336-601-4765
4000 Brass Cannon Court
6111 Meadow Bluff Lane
Custom home on 2.35-acre cul-de-sac located on the 8 th hole of the GCC Farm Golf Course. Extensive landscaping with stream, waterfall and koi pond. Renovated kitchen and bathrooms with top quality features and granite tops.
Unique Oak Ridge estate in the heart of 6+ acres. Highend appointments, completely updated. Stone fireplace, sleeping porch, slate roof, lofts, salt water pool, garden fountain. Guest house with full kitchen and great room.
$795,000
Melissa Greer
MLS 777759
336-337-5233
$785,000
Nancy Hess
MLS 782881
336-215-1820
$949,000
MLS 751001
Jamie Harrelson 336-889-9192
212 Leeward Drive
6304 Poplar Forest Drive
Enjoy lakefront lifestyle. Custom transitional designed with lake views from every room. Cooks kitchen with all Viking appliances. Great room features soaring ceiling and stone fireplace opens to huge screened porch.
4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms on ¾-acres with stunning detail in this luxury home. Large master with 2 walk-in closets and spa bath. 3 bedrooms, bonus areas on upper level. Game room, den, and sitting areas in walk-out basement.
$875,000
Sherri HIll
MLS 781534
336-209-8482
7180 Strawberry Road
8306 Linville Oaks Drive
Private gated setting, nestled in a lush 3.74-acre wooded lot. A grand 1st floor master suite with library & spa bath. Dramatic 2-story great room enjoys a gas log fireplace and a fabulous view of the woods.
Custom home on premier secluded 1+ acre in Oak Ridge. Open floor plan, generous hardwood floors. Main level master, all bedrooms have adjoining bathrooms. Bonus room and loft area plus abundant walk in storage.
MLS 778864
Michelle Porter
336-207-0515
$ 725,000
MLS 758943
Tom Chitty 336-420-2839
6205 McKibbin Circle
6303 Poplar Forest Drive
4942 Hackamore Road
Open plan with large rooms, 10’ ceilings, plantation shutters, surround sound, heavy moldings. Upgraded kitchen with Wolfe, Subzero, travertine backsplash. Stone patio, landscaping, and Paradise screened porch.
Wonderful 4 bed / 4.1 bath home. Main level master. Gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, gas cooktop, keeping. Great room, office, dining, bonus. Home theater. Screen porch, outdoor kitchen, excellent storage.
Incredible estate like setting minutes from the city. Private cul-de-sac 1.62-acre lot with nice landscaping, inground pool, and iron fencing. Dramatic living room with cathedral ceiling, exposed beams, and stone fireplace.
Tom Chitty 336-420-2836
8525 Rosedale Drive $475,000
Nancy Hess
MLS 778448
336-215-1820
550 Mashie Drive
MLS 776696
Stately European Design in sought after location on secluded 1.35-acres. Fine architectural details, out of the ordinary vessel sink, arched room entrances, wide plank flooring, wall sconces, art niche and much more.
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$639,000
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Greensboro National Golf Course & Estates. Courtyard 1.5 story custom built home, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, golf course & water view. Make an offer— A Must See.
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2904 Bishopgate Way
7825 Wilson Farm Road
4 bedroom, 2.1 bathroom home with upgrades. High ceilings, hardwood floors on main level, kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, gas cooktop, and breakfast area. Den has stone fireplace and gas logs.
Beautiful 4 bed / 3.1 bath family home in sought-after Wilson Farm. Granite counters, double pantry in kitchen. Large master. Private main level guest suite. Storage building on property. Stokesdale/Northwest schools.
$364,500
MLS 781458
Kay Chesnutt 336-202-9687
$321,000
Caitlin Rogers
MLS 750965
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130 Osprey Court
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5803 Francis Marie Court MLS 771558
MLS 769208
Belews Lake front home with beautiful views in established private gated marina community. This home offers meticulous craftsmanship with pine floors, vaulted pickled ceilings, stone fireplace, and basement kitchen.
Handsome Georgian home enjoys an outstanding easy living floor plan. 2 master suites, one up, one down. This residence is filled with the best of the builder’s art. Chef ’s kitchen with a massive granite topped island.
$650,000
$849,900
$609,900 MLS 718974
Joyce Norris 336-327-3650
8101 Lariat Drive
$419,000
MLS 772865
Affordable horse farm in sought-after Summerfield. 5.93-acres, 2004 Craftsman style, 3 bedroom home with front porch and screened porch overlooking pastures and pond. 6-stall barn with tack/feed, shed, and 2-car garage.
Nancy Hess
336-215-1820
305 River Run
$167,000
MLS 761393
3 bed / 2 bath home with privacy fence on 0.5-acres. Vaulted greatroom, laminate floors, eat-in kitchen, double garage. Storage building, crawlspace underneath home. Super condition and in an excellent school district.
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$598,000
Melissa Greer
MLS 775834
336-337-5233
$700,000
MLS 773303
Chandra Tippett 336-749-7977
1457 Bethan Drive
$489,000
MLS 781854
Privately nestled 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom in popular Lennox Woods. Spacious upgraded chef ’s kitchen with large pantry. Master on main level with large bath suite. Two offices, gym, bonus room, with unique reading nook.
Mark Yost 336-7076275
7505 Sarelma Drive
5005 Lindenwold Drive
Beautifully wooded, private 1.12-acre lot in Elmhurst Estates. Custom built home with hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings, sunroom and large deck for entertaining, bonus room and 2 car garage. Large master bedroom and bath.
Convenience. Location. All Brick. Great Schools. 4 bedroom, bonus, andcomputer room. Wonderful screen porch. Office /kids playroom on main level. Seller is relocating. Must see.
$399,500
MLS 768520
Barbara Wales 336-314-0141
$387,000
MLS 778984
Chandra Tippett 336-749-7977
717 Ira Drive
4506 NC Highway 150 East
Neat 1,700 square foot home with possible 3rd bedroom. New windows. A very peaceful setting with mature trees and a greenhouse foundation in the back. Priced to sell. Property sold as is. In an great location for all of the Triad.
Charming home known as The Smith House, probably the oldest home in Browns Summit built around 1872. All new appliances, paint, plumbing, and bath. Granicrete finishes on flagstone floor that are durable and warm in winter.
$118,000
MLS 771059
Lynn Christensen 336-992-8928
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Allen Tate Smith Marketing welcomes Kris Devaney, Gail H. Bell, David Andersen and Arlen Nicolls to its team. Devaney, a Summerfield resident, complements her real estate background with a wealth of knowledge and experience in both finance and design. She has a BS in business administration, a master’s of education and is currently pursuing her MBA degree. While she and her husband were raising their seven children, Devaney was very active in parent-teacher associations in the Northwest school district. She now spends much of her free time volunteering with Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, where she co-leads a weekly women’s Bible study, volunteers at the monthly Precious Memories Service for those living with Alzheimer’s, and this spring will be commissioned as a Stephen Minister.
Putting you first It’s all about you! Your wants. Your needs. Your dreams. Whether you’re selling or buying, give me a call and I’ll help transform your dreams into reality.
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OAK RIDGE – Dream Kitchen Builders, owned by Scott and Gwen Koehler, has opened in Oak Ridge. The company specializes in designing and building kitchens in residential properties in the Triad and across North Carolina. With 25 years of kitchen design and remodeling experience, Scott has produced 400+ custom kitchen projects with My Dream Kitchen, formerly located at 1220 Battleground Avenue, Greensboro, and with Ideal Cabinets in the same location. Scott spoke to kitchen designers and interior designers at The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show on Jan. 21 in Las Vegas; his presentation focused on mobile apps for design businesses. A past recipient of Greensboro Builders Association’s top award for builders, Builder of The Year, Scott has also been published in Renovation
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Members of NWHS Winter Guard at Carolina Winter Ensemble Association’s championships last year won a gold medal in their division, which encompasses North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The Winter Guard team was also a national semi-finalist in Dayton, Ohio at Winter Guard International World Championships.
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A portion of Feb. 24 evening sales (5-8 p.m.) at Chick-Fil-A on West Friendly Avenue will be donated to NWHS’s Winter Guard. NW GUILFORD – Northwest High School Winter Guard asks for your support on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 5-8 p.m., by eating at Chick-Fil-A on 5901 W. Friendly Avenue in Guilford College. Leave your receipt with the cashier and a portion of all sales will be donated to the school’s Winter Guard to help defray
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expenses for traveling to Dayton, Ohio to compete in the world championships. “The Winter Guard rehearses over eight hours a week and competes almost every weekend throughout North and South Carolina within our local circuit (Carolina Winter Ensemble Association),” says Brian McMath, Northwest Guilford High School’s director of bands. “They are judged weekly by national level-judges on equipment (flag, rifle, sabre), movement (dance and choreography ) and performance qualities.”
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STUDENT PROFILES Thanks to the coaches and teachers at Northern and Northwest High Schools for their student recommendations and input, which make it possible to recognize these talented, dedicated students for their accomplishments in academics, athletics and cultural arts.
NORTHWEST
Swimming
MAGGEY ODELL, junior
Coach Czamille Chrisp’s comments on Maggey: “Maggey is positive and has a great attitude. I can depend on Maggey to say ‘yes’ when others say ‘no.’ She has a bright future ahead of her.”
Role on the team: Co-captain Hometown: Greensboro Toughest class: AP U.S. History or AP Physics
NORTHWEST
Swimming
Nickname: “Al”
sic, pray and get hyped
Pre-performance ritual: Taking a quick nap before the meet
Head Coach Lee Reavis’ comments on Jaylen: “Jaylen has been a four-year varsity player for us here at Northwest and has helped us compile a 74-20 overall record to date. He is a great kid who is very coachable and has become an excellent coach on the floor. Jaylen is an outstanding young man and represents himself, his family and Northwest with a great deal of character.”
Coach Czamille Chrisp’s comments on Alex: “Alex always greets others with a genuine smile. He pushes himself to the limit and competes with an ‘I can’ attitude. He is an unforgettable athlete.”
NORTHWEST
Basketball
JAYLEN GORE, senior
Role on the team: Point guard and leader
Plans after high school: Go to East Carolina University or UNC-Chapel Hill and become a physical therapist
ALEX HOLMES,
Hometown: Greensboro
junior
Extracurricular activities: Babysitting, volunteering for Special Olympics, hunting and hiking
Role on the team: Co-captain
Toughest class: AP Environmental Science
Most admired athlete: Dara Torres (former competitive swimmer, 12-time Olympic medalist) Favorite sports team: Duke and N.C. State Favorite food: Volcano roll from Fugi Sushi & Steak House or soup Favorite musician: Adele Favorite movie: “Remember the Titans”
Hometown: Greensboro Toughest class: Honors pre-calculus Plans after high school: Attend a fouryear university Extracurricular activities: Swimming, soccer, basketball and clubs Most admired athlete: Skylar Diggins (professional WNBA player) Favorite sports team: Duke basketball Favorite food: Cheese fries
Most admired person: Mother Favorite sports team: N.C. State Favorite food: Steak Favorite band/musician: Drake Favorite movies: “The Wolf of Wall Street” and “Love & Basketball” Any siblings? A younger sister, Aliyah, and an older brother, Michael
Years lived in Northwest area: 14
Any siblings? Three older sisters
Years lived in Northwest area: Forever
Dream job: Physical therapist
Best vacation ever: “Spring break trip to Germany with my dad in 2014.”
Dream job: Professional basketball trainer
Years lived in Northwest area: 16
Interesting fact about yourself: “I played basketball left-handed until my junior year. Now I play and shoot righthanded.”
Role on the team: Co-captain Pre-performance ritual: “I always get a pep talk from Russ, my dad and biggest fan.”
One thing you would change about school: Free hot chocolate and candy canes served every Friday in December
Nickname: “Mags”
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Role on the team: Sprint freestyle Hometown: Tucson, Arizona Toughest class: Macroeconomics
Extracurricular activities: Water polo and Heath Occupation Student Association Club
Favorite movie: “Arthur Christmas”
Interesting fact about yourself: “I order chicken fingers and French fries at every restaurant.”
junior
Extracurricular activities: Work at Autobell
Best vacation ever: Alaska in 2015
One thing you would change about school: Free sushi for lunch
ISABELLA FORST,
Plans after high school: Go to N.C. State for bioengineering
Any siblings? A sister, Abbey Bendel
Dream job: ESPN college basketball analyst
Swimming
Plans after high school: Four-year college and play basketball
Favorite band: Hillsong United
Interesting fact about yourself: “I love to deer hunt with my dad or Uncle Dave.”
NORTHERN
Best vacation ever: New York City
One thing you would change about school: Realistic: no homework; nonrealistic: two classes a day Nickname: “Jay G” Pre-performance rituals: Listen to mu-
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Most admired person: My dad Favorite sports team: Los Angeles Angels Favorite food: Pizza Favorite band/musician: As It Is Favorite movie: “Star Wars: A New Hope” Any siblings? Two younger sisters and a younger brother Best vacation ever: Disney World Years lived in Northern area: Seven Dream job: Bioengineer or veterinarian Interesting fact about yourself: “I go to Early College at Guilford College.” One thing you would change about school: Less homework and more class involvement Nickname: “Izzy” Pre-performance ritual: Listen to music and drink lots of water
Coach Richard Swor’s comments on Isabella: “We are extremely excited to have one of our most dynamic swimmers back for her junior year. Isabella adds to the speed of the team, but more importantly, she is a great teammate and peer coach.”
She has had many injuries, but she doesn’t let that stop her from working to be the best she can be.”
NORTHERN
ALEX ROBERTS,
Indoor Track SARAH BURGUIERES,
NORTHERN
Wrestling senior
Role on the team: Wrestle at 113 pounds, team captain Hometown: Saddle Brook, New Jersey
senior
Toughest class: Physics
Role on the team: Captain
Plans after high school: College and Marines
Hometown: Greensboro Toughest class: AP Chemistry Plans after high school: Attend a fouryear university Extracurricular activities: Ride horses, Reading Buddies, Horsepower, Young Life Most admired athlete: Drew Brees (NFL fooball player) Favorite sports team: USC Gamecocks football Favorite food: Mac and cheese Favorite musician: Alan Jackson Favorite movie: “The Longest Ride” Any siblings? One brother, Charlie Best vacation ever: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, two summers ago Years lived in Northern area: 11 Dream job: Forensic psychiatrist Interesting fact about yourself: “I was a world champion finalist for barrel racing (horseback riding).” One thing you would change about school: Have a study/free period Nickname: “Bee” Pre-performance ritual: “I say a prayer before every race.” Coach Richard Burton’s comments on Sarah: “Sarah is a great leader for the Northern Guilford girls track team. She demonstrates what it means to give it your all, no matter the circumstances.
Extracurricular activities: Wake skating Most admired person: Coach Jonathan Shaw Favorite sports team: Alabama Crimson Tide Favorite food: Mexican Favorite band/musician: J. Cole Favorite movie: “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” Any siblings? Two brothers Best vacation ever: Spring break 2015 Years lived in Northern area: 10 Dream job: Get paid to eat food Interesting fact about yourself: “I’ve never been suspended or had ISS.” One thing you would change about school: Start time Nickname: “White Chocolate” Pre-performance ritual: “I’ve worn the same thing to weigh-ins since the eighth grade.” Coach Jonathan Shaw’s comments on Alex: “Alex is one of the few kids who ‘gets’ wrestling. He understands that wrestling is not just about the folk style, freestyle or Greco-Roman seasons, but most importantly, the life skills that wrestling provides. Not only does he continue to seek knowledge and advice on wrestling, but he continues to seek advice on how to be the best person he can be in life.”
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Northwest High School is the only school in the Guilford County Schools system to offer Winter Guard (there is also a JV team and a middle school cadet team). This year’s varsity winter guard team is made up of 12 girls, all of whom had to audition and be selected by a panel of judges. Their performance is entitled “Wisdom of Stars.” McMath says their trip to Dayton, Ohio for World Championships will be a life-changing event. “Seeing groups compete and perform from all over the world continues to motivate and inspire these young
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want to help? Eat at Chick-Fil-A, 5901 W. Friendly Avenue in Guilford College on Feb. 24, 5-8 p.m., and ask the cashier to keep your receipt in support of NWHS’s Winter Guard. A portion of all dinner receipts will be donated back to the Winter Guard program. For more info or to find out other ways you can help, contact NWHS band director Brian McMath at mcmathb@gcsnc.com.
ership class at Northwest Guilford High School is asking for the community’s support in raising money to beautify the soldier memorial located at the flag pole, near the school’s front entrance.
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NWHS wrestlers Jacob Fields (left) and Zach Tyler have qualified for the 4-A NCHSAA Individual Wrestling Championships on Feb. 18-20. “Coach Ron Bare and I have qualified at least one person every year we have coached,” said Coach Paul Egleston. “The streak continues!”
performers to higher levels,” he notes. “Many former students who have competed with Northwest High School at World Championships have their love of performing within other organizations.”
‘Food for a week’ Local restaurants participate in fundraiser for school’s soldier memorial
Photo by L.A. Logan/NWO
The memorial was created after 9/11 to honor Northwest High School students who have been killed while serving our country in the armed forces. Egleston, a veteran who served during the Iraq War, says he was driving back from Ft. Bragg recently and thinking about John Bailey, a beloved former assistant principal at Northwest Middle and Northwest High School who died of cancer on Dec. 6. After learning that Bailey was a two-tour Vietnam War bronze star recipient, Egleston asked NWHS principal Ralph Kitley for permission to honor the school’s former administrator in the memorial area, along with others who were in combat. Egleston’s leadership class hopes to bring prominence to the school’s memorial area and, in going forward, honor all Northwest students and faculty members who have served their country in combat. To raise money for the memorial, a fundraiser, which Leadership class students have titled “Food for a Week,” will be held Feb. 22-26, with five local restaurants each agreeing to designate one of those
days to donate a portion of their profits to the memorial restoration project. The class asks that you eat at these restaurants, mention Northwest Guilford High School when you pay for your meal, and thank the restaurant for donating a portion of the day’s profits to the leadership class’ “Food for a Week” fundraiser.
Participating restaurants are: Monday, Feb. 22: Chick-Fil-A at Brassfield Shopping Center (Battleground Avenue at New Garden Road) and Guilford College (5901 W. Friendly Avenue) Tuesday, Feb. 23: Subway in Oak Ridge Commons shopping center Wednesday, Feb. 24: Rio Grande in Oak Ridge commons shopping center Thursday, Feb. 25: Wendy’s in Oak Ridge Commons shopping center Friday, Feb. 26: Chili’s, 1599 New Garden Road, Greensboro Again, be sure to mention when you pay for your meal that you are participating in Northwest Guilford High School’s leadership class “Food for a Week” fundraiser.
GCS helps fight hunger Food drives hosted during Random Acts of Kindness Week
GUILFORD COUNTY – Valentine’s Day kicked off the National Random Acts of Kindness Week, and Guilford County Schools used the week to increase efforts to fight hunger and food insecurity in the Triad.
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Between Feb. 15 and 19, GCS schools across the district hosted food drives for Backpack Beginnings, in an effort to get food pantries at schools on the organization’s waiting list. This school year, Backpack Beginnings has supplied more than 3,500 cans of food to school food pantries.
frontlines to the sidelines Meet Amy Burwood From the
Amy Burwood of Summerfield spent nearly two decades in traditional Guilford County classrooms. For threeand-a-half years, she has been a math teacher for NC Virtual Public School, the second-largest virtual school in the United States. NCVPS offers more than 100 online, blended and mobile courses – among them, hard-tostaff subjects, Advanced Placement and credit recovery classes – to more than 25,000 students annually, including local high schoolers. Amy and her husband, David, have four children, ages 14, 11, 4 and 3; the two older children attend Northwest Middle School. 1. How does online school work for students?
4. What’s a typical workweek look like?
2. How many students do teachers generally have? “Usually between 50 and 60. I have 55.”
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“It’s more of an enhancement for students. For instance, students can take fine arts in school and get crucial AP courses online after school or over the summer. Some Northwest High students take AP computer science through NCVPS. For my students, it opens up more activities. I’ve had students with medical issues, so online classes allow them to continue school while
“It allows me to continue to do what I’m passionate about while also being a full-time mom for my own children. Through this process I’ve also learned so much about building relationships with students; you have to be more intentional about it, and it’s advantageous for students to build a strong bond with their teacher.”
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Fourteen Northern Guilford High School studentathletes qualified for the 2016 3-A NCHSAA Indoor Track and Field Championship on Friday, Feb. 12.
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3. What are the advantages of virtual schools?
Track athletes qualify for state competition
“I’m very proud of the group,” said Thanh Ngo, head long distance track coach. “We haven’t had that many
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The score was close throughout the second half. East Davidson tied the game 22-22 in the third quarter, and Northwest led 34-29 at the start of the fourth quarter.
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“We viewed this as a playoff game,” said Joyner. “Win or lose, we wanted to see how we handled a quality team like East Davidson.”
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NORTHWEST GUILFORD BOYS (19-3, 9-1) Northwest Guilford varsity boys shocked No. 1-ranked Southwest Guilford by coming out on top 87-80 on Feb. 9, after trailing by 20 points in the second quarter. Chipping away at the deficit in the middle of the second quarter, the Vikings went on a 14-4 run; the Cowboys managed a 46-35 halftime lead. “Southwest hit nine three-pointers in the first half,” said head coach Lee Reavis. “In the third quarter, we held them to nine points.” The Vikings led for the first time when Reggie Davis nailed his third three-pointer midway through the third quarter, which was part of a 42-17 run that lasted from the third quarter through the beginning of the fourth. “We kept our composure,” said Reavis. “We really did a good job down the stretch of not taking ‘me’ shots … It’s a big win for us. Hopefully, we’ll get some momentum from this going forward.”
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In the game’s final 90 seconds, the lead switched back and forth. Bria Gibbs gave Northwest a one-point lead after hitting a clutch free throw. East Davidson came right back to tie the game 39-39, after going 1-2 from the charity stripe.
An independent party has verified that Jalen Spicer broke the school’s single-game-assist record, with 14 assists against Glenn on Feb. 5. Former Jalen Spicer Northwest guard Matt Pawlowski held the previous record with 12 assists.
Jaylen Gore scored his 1,000th career-point in the win over East Forsyth on Feb. 12. Jaylen Gore
On Northwest’s following possession, Coach Joyner put the ball into a freshman’s hands and called the play for Cayla King, who used a screen to free herself for a mid-range jumper that connected. With Northwest up 41-39, East Davidson had one more chance but missed a desperation three-pointer at the buzzer.
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Reggie Davis, who led Northwest with 17 points in the 87-80 win over Southwest Guilford on Feb. 9, throws down a twohanded slam.
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The Vikings forced nine turnovers in the first half, but only led by as many as five points; they held onto a 20-17 halftime lead. “East Davidson executed well,” said Northwest head coach Darlene Joyner. “I didn’t expect them to play a 2-3 zone.”
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“Cayla hit the shot like she was a senior,” said Joyner. “That was quality stuff!” Morgan Pointer finished with nine points and King and Toni Tucker had eight points apiece. Northwest completed their second undefeated regular season on Feb. 12 with a 63-39 win over East Forsyth. UP NEXT | Schedules, which changed due to inclement weather, had not been verified when we went to press.
NORTHERN GUILFORD BOYS (16-8, 12-4) Jack Emerick scored 23 points on senior night, Feb. 9, to help lift Northern Guilford over Morehead, 82-55, and end their regular season on a threegame winning streak. Interim head coach Derek Hodge started his five seniors – Emerick,
Brandon Brothers, Max Maynard, Stan Dymek and Kaleel Cathcart, and each of them scored at least two points. “All of the seniors did a great job in all phases,” said Hodge. “They are a great group of guys who have been great teammates.”
Swim coach brings positive energy, enthusiasm to every meet, team members say
Northern built a six-point lead in the first quarter, but Morehead’s Jeremiah Phifer kept the game interesting after a big second quarter. Still, Northern was ahead at halftime 38-31. “Phifer is a tough player,” said Hodge, adding it was unfortunate that Phifer hurt his ankle in the game. The Nighthawks broke the game open in the fourth quarter, outscoring Morehead 24-7. “Our offense was efficient, which put a lot of pressure on Morehead,” said Hodge. “We have worked hard to develop a true team and this group has done that. All will be missed when it’s over, but we hope to have quite a few more games in the coming weeks.” Andy Pack finished with 16 points and Jarrett Boyd chipped in 12 points.
NORTHERN GUILFORD GIRLS (17-7, 12-4) Seniors Lasha Seaton and Zamaya Clayton combined to score 29 points for Northern Guilford, who beat Morehead 81-49 for the eighteenth straight time. Northern dominated the second quarter by outscoring Morehead 28-10, taking a 47-20 halftime lead. By the fourth quarter, the Nighthawks had extended their lead to 67-32. Five players scored in double figures, and Elissa Cunane ripped down 16 rebounds. UP NEXT | The Northern girls will face Morehead at home on Feb. 16, followed by the boys game against Northeast in the first round of the 3-A Mid-State Basketball Conference Tournament.
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Northwest Guilford High School swim team placed first (women) and second (men) in the 4-A conference championship on Jan. 26, advanced to the 4-A Central NCHSAA Regional Championships on Feb. 5 and 6, and had seven team members compete in the NCHSAA State Championship held Feb. 10-11. Team members are: (front row, L to R) Casey Brannigan, Olivia Neal, Kristina Clifton, Sarah Geib, Meredith Groce, Haley Cagnassola, Lindsey Taylor, Elizabeth Peterson and Colleen Lovato; (middle row) Coach Czamille Chrisp, Callie Halchin, Corinne Martin, Phoebe Martin, Nicholas Riddles, Jaylynn Nawrocki, Parker McGee, Magdalene Odell, Grace Burcham, Heather Sigmon, Mason Houghtby, Lauren Slack and Coach Jennifer Lovato; (back row) Thomas Altman, Cole Peterson, Michael Edwards, Conner Clary, Alexander Holmes, Harrison Hill, Gilberto Cruz, Curtis Peaslee, Laurel Kiselis, Eric Muire, Nicholas Peaslee, Royce Le,trevor Harwood, Michael Dawson and Nathan Uruquart. Not pictured: Lauren Mann, Noah Zawadzki, Kristina Villanueva, Marykathryn Alexander, Conner branch, Samantha Chalmers, Michael Fei, Drew Manry, Daniel Delgado, Leigh-Anna Mueller, Benjamin Riggs, Ryan Townsend and Rhona Zhang.
by L.A. LOGAN The Northwest Guilford women’s swim team dominated at the 4-A Piedmont Triad Conference Championship on Jan. 26, with the women placing first and the men earning second place. In her second year as Northwest’s head coach, Czamille Chrisp said experience and knowing what to expect from the swimmers, their parents and at the meets, were factors in this year’s successes. “There was consistency when it came to training,” she said. “I treated this season as I did the last … with tough training and constant motivation.” The results paid off, as evidenced at the conference championship and the 2016 4-A Central NCHSAA Regional Championships on Feb. 5 and 6, where
Laurel Kiselis won the women’s 50-yard and 100-yard freestyle, Corinne Martin won the women’s 100-yard butterfly, Noah Zawadzki placed first in the 1-meter diving and Martin, Kiselis, Heather Sigmon and Phoebe Martin placed first in the women’s 400-yard freestyle relay.
coach and team, it makes a big difference!”
“Coach Chrisp was really good about spreading out the talent across a wide variety of events,” said Martin. “She also brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm to every meet, which brings the team together.”
Kiselis placed second in the women’s 100-yard freestyle, and Corinne finished fourth in the women’s 100-yard butterfly.
Sigmon also noted that Chrisp is always positive and supportive to all the swimmers. “When we are at the swim meets, she has so much positive energy,” said Sigmon. “She always encourages us to do our best. When you have a supportive
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Individually, seven swimmers advanced to the 2016 4-A NCHSAA Championship on Feb. 10-11 in their specialty strokes. Between the women and men, Northwest participated in 15 events.
“Our athletes are students of the sport,” said Chrisp. “Our captain, Royce Le, was a huge help with strategizing for relays and for individual races that would give us our best shot at scoring points. “We were blessed to have some major talent join our team. To have the opportunity to be back with the Viking family and have so many success stories is indescribable!”
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Property purchase consistent with comprehensive plan I am happy to announce that the Town of Summerfield’s council recently unanimously voted to purchase 26 acres of land adjoining Summerfield Community Park to the north, just beyond the amphitheater. Council recognized the site’s potential in relation to the Summerfield Comprehensive Plan’s focus areas of “Community Character Preservation,” “Parks and Recreation Improvements,” and “Sidewalk, Bikeway, and Trail System.” Setting aside open space, future park improvements, proximity to the proposed A&Y Greenway, and Founders’ Day were all part of the discussion and strategic decision to buy the property. An upcoming major budget priority involves developing a master plan for the intersection area of Oak Ridge Road and Summerfield Road, now that the
town has invested in the Gordon property and the Martin house. This project also continues the town’s progress in implementing its Comprehensive Plan. A second master plan I would like to see funded is for the newly-purchased property adjoining the community park. I envision many potential uses, such as parking for both the greenway and amphitheater events. It could also possibly be a new home for the annual Founders’ Day celebrations. I want to thank the council members for standing up for our parks and adopted plans and recognizing a quicklyvanishing opportunity to plan for the town’s future when they saw it. Mayor Mark E. Brown SUMMERFIELD
Why I voted against the amended Land Use Plan I would like to explain my recent votes on Oak Ridge’s new Land Use Plan (LUP). At our January town council meeting, I voted to approve the plan. I thought the LUP Committee did an excellent job in obtaining Oak Ridge citizens’ viewpoints on how they wanted to see our community develop. The plan’s main points called for the majority of property in Oak Ridge to be developed residentially, with housing density of no more than 1 unit per acre. The town core would be reserved for
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commercial uses and slightly higher residential density of 2 units per acre. While I would have preferred some areas be set aside at an even lower density, I felt the plan was a good compromise. At our February meeting, an amendment to the Land Use Plan was proposed which focused on a 15-acre lot south of the Fogleman Road and N.C. 68 intersection being designated as a commercial transition zone. Two reasons were given for this
amendment: first, this lot would be difficult to residentially develop because of its location on N.C. 68; and second, if this lot were to be developed, the town council could require the developer to realign Fogleman Road to create an intersection with the entry of 68 Place on the west side of N.C. 68. The amendment’s supporters cited the difficulty of entering N.C. 68 from Fogleman Road. I opposed the amendment for two reasons. First, for 15-plus years previous town councils, Planning and Zoning boards and at least one earlier Land Use Plan committee chose to not allow commercial zoning south of Fogleman Road, largely to prevent N.C. 68 from becoming a com-
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meets, but they’ve made it count. Qualifying early is always good.” Richard Burton, head sprinters and throwers coach, credited this year’s group for expending a tremendous David Melville amount of effort, both on the track and in the weight room, to qualify for the state competition. “It’s not easy to qualify. It’s not something you can just go out and do,” he said. Qualifiers included cross-country state champion David Melville, Sam Nash, Tyler Robakiewicz, Riley Smith, Malik Mudenda, Oliver Spinks, Isaiah Little, Justin Shamberger, Jeremiah Shamberger, Amber Gale, Karenna Smith, Marissa Lenze, Frankie Pupillo, Karmen Perry, Bethany Bluitt, Alexa Mangiapane, Crystal Carter and Mckenzie Miller. This year marked the third year that Karenna Smith qualified for states. “It was really exciting, having a chance to improve over the three years and see the progression,” said Smith. “I had never qualified for the 1,000 meters and 2-mile before.”
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mercial corridor like Greensboro’s High Point Road and Battleground Avenue.
For cross-country state qualifier Tyler Robakiewicz, the state meet was the first of his career. “I didn’t run indoor track last year because of injury,” he said. “It was awesome to qualify. It’s a lot different from outdoor – it’s a different mentality and a different race.” Unlike the outdoor track, which is 400 meters in distance, the indoor track is 200 meters. At the NCHSAA 3A State Indoor Track Championship on Feb. 13, sophomore David Melville won his second state title, placing first in the 3200m (2 miles) indoor track race . Melville ran his first mile at 4.44 minutes and finished the race in 9.25 minutes, which is a new personal best. When asked how he has developed his successful running strategies at such a young age, Melville said he watches a lot of YouTube videos of great runners. The 4 x 800m relay team, consisting of Tyler Robakiewicz, Sam Nash, Owen States and Riley Smith, placed third at the state championship. The girls 4 x 800m relay team, consisting of Marissa Lenze, Amber Gale, Frankie Pupillo and Karenna Smith, placed fourth.
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GRINS to... 220 South Boutique for donating money that provided sandwiches for our soup luncheon at Oak Ridge Elementary School on Feb. 5. This lunch is always a hit and we appreciate your support in helping to make it so successful! Our neighbor on Gentry Road, for his kindness in bringing our dogs home
when they escaped. Lowes Foods and Food Lion for their generous donations to the Kids Care Club of Oak Ridge Elementary, which we took to Countryside Village Retirement Community on Valentine’s Day so we could celebrate with the residents. Jeremy and Allison of the Oak Ridge Fire Department, who stopped to help change my tire on a very cold day. You both went above and beyond the call of duty.
Ms. Marsha and Ms. Lynn at Children’s Choice Daycare for planning the circus field trip. The children (and parents) had a wonderful time. Thank you for loving our children and for providing long-lasting memories! The entire staff at StokeRidge Tavern, and Scott Lansing from Summerfield Fire Department, for saving my uncle’s life. He choked at dinner and everyone there pitched in, performing the Heimlich maneuver and calling 911. Oak Ridge council members Mike Stone and Doug Nodine for speaking up against (commercially) developing south of Fogleman Road. That area is already deadly enough! The person who found my black glove at the Cascades Park and put it on the bench. So happy to have it back! The two neighborhood men in Henson Farms who use their own gas and equipment to clear our roads of snow and ice. You keep us safe and all of us neighbors thank you!
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CRIME / INCIDENT report The District 1 Sheriff’s Office has recently responded to the following incidents in northwest Guilford County. B & E / BURGLARY
saw with a total value of $760.
Feb. 2-9 | Hillsdale Primitive Baptist Church, located at 1616 Scalesville Road in Summerfield, reported that sometime between Feb. 2 and Feb. 9, someone entered the church by prying open a rear door. Damage is estimated at $50.
Feb. 12 | A resident of Circle M Mobile Home Park on Summerfield Road in Summerfield reported an unknown suspect forced open a door and stole items including a television and Microsoft Xbox, with a total value of $620.
Feb. 5-6 | GLS Landscaping and Maintenance reported that sometime between 6:09 p.m. on Feb. 5 and 12:20 a.m. on Feb. 6, a known suspect used a key to enter the storage area of the business at 1692 N.C. 68 in Oak Ridge. The suspect took a chain saw, leaf blower and hedge trimmer, with a total value of $1081.95.
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Feb. 11 | A resident of Summerfield Road in Summerfield reported that sometime between 2 and 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 11, an unknown suspect(s) forced open both doors of his outbuilding, and unlocked his basement door and entered the basement. Once inside the basement, the suspect(s) took a Husqvarna chainsaw and a Stihl chain-
Feb. 10 | A Belews Fork Trail resident was charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia after his vehicle was stopped on U.S. 158 for an equipment violation (tail light). A consent search of the vehicle located a glass pipe. Feb. 11 | A Stokesdale woman was arrested for Misdemeanor Possession of a Schedule II Narcotic, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana after the vehicle she was riding in was stopped on U.S. 158 for an equipment violation (tail light); a consent search of the vehicle located the items possessed by the passenger. Additionally, the driver was arrested for Driving While Impaired
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and Possession of An Open Container (of Alcohol). Feb. 12 | A Greensboro man was charged with Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana after deputies found him sitting in a vehicle parked on the side of Plainfield Road at 10:50 p.m. A probable-cause search of the vehicle revealed the marijuana. Feb. 12 | Two Northwest High School students, ages 16 and 17, were suspended after admitting to having smoked marijuana in the school parking lot. A residual amount of marijuana was found during a search of a vehicle belonging to one student, who was referred to Teen Court. Nothing was located in the other student’s vehicle, who was not eligible for Teen Court. Feb. 13 | A Summerfield man was arrested for Driving While Impaired after his vehicle was stopped on Hillsdale Road in Summerfield; deputies also learned the driver’s license of the registered owner had been suspended.
FRAUD Feb. 10 | A resident of Windspray Drive
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PROPERTY DAMAGE Feb. 13 | A resident of Poplar Forest Drive in Summerfield reported his mailbox was vandalized sometime between 8 p.m. on Feb. 12 and 6:30 a.m. on Feb. 13, when an unknown subject(s) twisted and ripped the mailbox door off its hinges. Damage was estimated at $250. Feb. 13 | A resident of Chalet Drive in Oak Ridge reported an unknown suspect damaged the outer pane of three windows on the victim’s residence; the exact method used to damage the windows has not been determined. Damage is estimated at $1,200.
Guilford County Sheriff’s District 1 Office The District 1 Office, located at 7506 Summerfield Road, serves the incorporated towns of Oak Ridge, Summerfield and Stokesdale; the unincorporated areas of Colfax and Brown Summit, and those neighborhoods outside the city limits of Greensboro within the District 1 boundaries. District 1’s primary function is uniformed patrol and the criminal investigations of crimes related to assaults, burglary, theft, fraud, forgery, vehicle theft, possession of or receiving stolen property, and juvenile criminal offenses. The District 1 office is under the com-
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in Summerfield reported an unknown suspect used her bank credit card information to make a $60 purchase with 1-800-FLOWERS. Her bank advised that several other charges were attempted in the United Kingdom. The victim also reported that she received a letter on Feb. 2 from the IRS advising that someone had attempted to file a tax return using her information. An investigation is continuing.
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PART-TIME FINANCE OFFICER, Town of Summerfield. Approximately 24 hrs/wk. Requires analytical & budgetary skills; knowledge of municipal acct., payroll, investments, financial planning, prep of audits. Bachelor’s degree in acct. or finance, CPA status, minimum 3 years exp. (local gov. acct. pref’d). Salary DOE. Visit www.summerfieldgov.com for more details & submission requirements.
ENCORE KIDS CONSIGNMENT We will reopen on Sat., March 5, with our spring & summer premiere at 305 W. Mountain Street, Kernersville, (336) 993-3444.
FLOORING
Oak Ridge law office needs an OFFICE ASSISTANT / BOOKKEEPER. Must be proficient with QuickBooks and work well with others. Job description includes receptionist and answering the telephone. References and background check required. Please email resume to lawoffice@ attorneybillbarbour.com. WoodmenLife is seeking a PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATIVE. Generous compensation plus bonus opportunities and exceptional benefits for those who qualify. Training and professional sales tools provided. Does your income match your talents and efforts? Don’t wait for corporate America to recognize your worth. Contact Frank Bruno, recruiting sales manager, (336) 643-4115 or 337-8473.
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BEAUTICONTROL OPPORTUNITY. $310 of retail products for $79. Looking to save on product or make extra income? Call Cindy, (336) 813-2697.
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SAVE THE DATE KIDS CONSIGNMENT SALE, Friday, February 19, 9am-8pm; Saturday, Feb. 20, 8am-1pm (some items 50% off on Sat.), St. Paul’s Catholic Church, 2715 Horse Pen Creek Rd., Greensboro. For more info, visit www.stpaulskidssale.com. BRUNSWICK STEW SALE! Saturday, February 20, 2-4pm. Come help Northwest Baptist Church support our youth ministry! $7/quart. 3605 Edgefield Rd., Greensboro NC 27409, or call (336) 668-9627.
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HOME SERVICES CLEANING
CARPET REPAIRS & RESTRETCHING Licensed/insured. 643-6500.
GENERAL REPAIR & SERVICES GREENERTIMES SMALL ENGINE Sales & service center. 9428 NC Hwy. 65, Stokesdale. Call (336) 312-3844 mobile or (336) 548-9286 office. GARY’S HANDYMAN HOME SERVICES “Providing value for the home-ownership experience.” Gary Gellert, serving NC’s Piedmont Triad area. Garygellert@gmail.com, (336) 423-8223. Tell our readers about your business! Call Laura for more information. (336) 644-7035, ext. 10.
MAID 2 GLIMMER – Maid Cleaning Premier cleaning service with Amazon Local. Call (336) 441-8388, Maid2Glimmer.com.
APPLIANCE REPAIR – Call Mr Appliance. A step above the rest! (336) 609-5707.
FREE PICK-UP of unwanted riding & push mowers, tillers, go-carts, ATVs, generators, power washers, grills, etc. (336) 689-4167.
HOUSE & YARD HOME MAINTENANCE “Anything to improve your home and property.” Jeff Ziglar, 456-9992 / 643-9609.
CRYSTAL CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING, gutter cleaning, pressure washing. Fully ins. www.windowcleaningnc.com. 595-2873.
GENERAL HOME REPAIR, bathroom repair, small/odd jobs. 644-8710, 708-0522.
ANA’S HOUSECLEANING. Good references, free est., 25 years exp. 309-0747. CastleWorks WINDOW CLEANING Includes gutters, pressure washing, chandeliers and other high ladder work. Fully insured and bonded, free estimates. (336) 609-0677. www.castleworkswindowcleaning.com. MARIA’S CLEANING SERVICE. Free estimates, guaranteed service. 937-5231.
DECORATING EXPERIENCED INTERIOR DECORATOR & personal furniture shopper will help you with style, color, shopping & furniture placement. E-mail appeninc@gmail.com or call Ann Appenzeller, (336) 314-1411.
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JLB REMODELING, INC. Home repair, maintenance & handyman service. Licensed & insured. Competitive rates. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com.
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HOME SERVICES
GENERAL REPAIR & SERVICES
ALL-SEASON STUMP GRINDING. Owner Alan Winfree. Free est. Call 382-9875.
MASONRY
LAWN EQUIPMENT SERVICE Located in Oak Ridge. Free pick up and delivery. Tune up, preventive or rebuild on all lawn service/yard equipment. Commercial or residential. Call or text Rick, (336) 501-8681.
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GRADING / HAULING BRAD’S BOBCAT. Debris removal, grading/ hauling, gravel/dirt, driveways. 362-3647. ANTHONY’S GRADING & HAULING Excavating, land clearing, demolition, dirt available. Zane Anthony, 362-4035. PEARMAN QUARRY HAULING Fill dirt, gravel, sand rock, mulch & more. Joel Richardson, (336) 803-2195.
AREA STUMP DUMP. Yard waste, concrete, etc. Fill dirt available. 602-5820. FAY’S LAWNCARE & LANDSCAPING Snow removal. Tree and leaf cleanups. Bed reconstruction, pine needles & mulch Reasonable & honest. Taylor, (336) 464-5215. CAROLINA STUMP & TREE SERVICE Complete tree service, $1 million liability, workman’s comp. Rick & Judy, 643-9332. CarolinaStumpAndTreeServices.com.
GUZMAN LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE Pine needles, mulch, leaf removal, tree pruning, complete lawn maintenance. 655-6490. BOBCAT WORK, bushhogging, and tractor work. Brad Mills, (336) 382-1505.
bobcat work, lot clearing, driveways, fill dirt,
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DJ PAINTING SERVICE Call Dwayne Johnson, (336) 648-9628. PAINTING INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 32 years exp. Sheetrock repair. No job too
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MISC. SERVICES & PRODUCTS GAS LOGS, WOOD STOVES & INSERTS, fireplaces, sold, serviced and repaired. Call Don Hill, (336) 643-7183.
or call (336) 644-7035, ext. 10. PLUMBING BRANSON PLUMBING & SOLAR
WILSON LANDSCAPING, INC. Complete
(336) 992-2503. Licensed, insured, bonded.
No job too small! Experienced, guaranteed. Lic/Ins. Call Mark for savings. 337-7924. WEBSTER & SONS PLUMBING, Inc. 24/7 service. Plumbing, drain cleaning, well
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ORTIZ LANDSCAPING – Complete lawn
JDB PLUMBING. Repair, remodel, well
care. Trimming, cleaning, planting & mulch,
pump. Lic/Ins. Accepts all major credit
gutter cleaning, patios & pavers, waterfalls,
cards. Office 656-0019, cell 382-6905.
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TRACTOR FOR HIRE Bush hogging, grading, brush/tree removal, food plots and more! (336) 207-6632.
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STEVE NEWMAN TREE SERVICE. Free est. Lic/Ins. 30 yrs. exp. Bucket truck & chipper, total cleanup. Selective thinning & lot clearing. 24-hr. ER svc. OR, NC. 643-1119.
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MASONRY CONCEPTS, brick, block, stone, concrete & repairs. Free estimates. (336) 988-1022, www.masonryconceptsgso.com.
BRAD’S BOBCAT. Mulching, landscaping, driveways, gravel, concrete work. 362-3647.
GAULDIN TRUCKING, grading & hauling, gravel, etc. 362-1150.
SOUTHERN STYLE concrete & landscapes. How about a new patio or fire pit? We can help with all of your outdoor living and entertainment spaces! Fire pits, driveways & sidewalks, patios and more! Give us a call at (336) 399-6619 for all your concrete and landscape needs.
HOME SERVICES
idential and commercial. (336) 280-8981.
PAINTING & DRYWALL STILL PERFECTION PAINTING Reliable, skilled, affordable. Painting, pressure washing, handyman services. Scott Still, 462-3683 or stillperfectionpainting.com.
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OAK RIDGE SOLUTIONS. General Installation/restoration. Flooring, painting, pressure washing, sheet rock, roofing, plumbing, windows, bathrooms. Call/text (336) 500-3916. BELEWS CREEK CONSTRUCTION Kitchens/baths, custom decks, garages, siding, dock work, windows, roofing specials, rotted wood. Sr. disc., 35 years exp. 362-6343. JLB REMODELING, INC. Remodeling and additions. Fully insured. NC GC license #69997. Free estimates. Call 681-2902 or www.jlbremodeling.com. ORTIZ REMODELING – Total restoration & home improvement. Drywall, painting, kitchen cabinets, interior trim & more. Free estimates. (336) 280-8981. RENOVATION WORKS INC. New construction, remodeling, additions, kitchen and bath, decks & patios. We are a full-service design and build company. Call us for a free competitive quote on roofing and replacement windows. We are a certified 203k contractor and are A+ accredited with the BBB. Call (336) 427-7391 or visit www.myrenovationworks.com. KEITH SMITH CONSTRUCTION 30 years experience. Specializing in room additions, garages, vinyl siding and windows, painting, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood and linoleum floors, and remodeling of all kinds. No job too small. Free est. Call 644-1943 or cell 362-7469.
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NORTHWEST ART FRAMING
SEASONED OAK FIREWOOD, $80/pickup load, delivered & stacked. (336) 253-7615.
Fine, affordable framing. “Northwest Art Framing is a find!” – Kate in W/S. Steve Maloy, owner. Call for appt., (336) 644-1911. WILL PICK UP MOST APPLIANCES,
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grills, bikes, electronics, metal and electrical items, gas items, etc. (336) 689-4167. SAM’S AUTO BODY SHOP. Any type of
Licensed & insured NC Gen. Contractor #72797
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TRI TOON PONTOON BOAT, Parti Kraft 2286, Yamaha 150 HP, purchased 2012, low hours, found out we are not boat people. White and blue, new blue heavy-duty cover, currently out of water. $19,900, no trailer. Good condition, located at Badin Lake. (336) 668-7103. FIREWOOD FOR SALE, oak & hickory. Pick up or delivery. (336) 643-9332.
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CLINARD & SON ROOFING, LLC Residential roofing, rubber flat roofs, roof coating, metal roofs. 30 years experience. Now accepting all major credit cards. Call 643-8191 or 580-3245. A.L. CORMAN ROOFING INC. Res. roofing specialist serving Guilford Cty. area since 1983. Member BBB 25+ years w/ A+ rating. cormanroofinginc.com, 621-6962.
MISC. SERVICES COMPUTER REPAIRS – ITBASICS.COM Inside Mailboxes & More, Oak Ridge Commons. (336) 643-0068. SMALL CLAIMS LEGAL SERVICES Kent Brown Attorney, (336) 274-5250.
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PETS & ANIMAL SVCS.
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ALL NEW MATTRESS SETS. Still in plastic, w/ warranty. Twin, $99; Full, $109; Queen, $129; King, $191. Can deliver, layaway available. Mattress Outlet. 992-0025.
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BELEWS CREEK 2BR DUPLEX, includes water & electric, $850/mo. (336) 754-4339.
Basic baths to designer clips 10+ years
WAREHOUSE MALL, INC. NOW OPEN! Antiques, collectibles, vintage toys. New vendors welcome. 305 E. Bodenhamer Drive, Kernersville. Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm, Sunday, 1-6pm.
MISC. WANTED $$$ – WILL PAY CASH up to $200 for your junk or wrecked vehicle. 552-0328. CASH for riding mowers needing repair, or free removal if unwanted, including go-carts, tillers, any gas equip., etc. (336) 689-4167. YOUR VACATION PHOTOS! Email your “Where do you take your NWO?” photos to photos@nwobserver.com.
PETS & ANIMAL SVCS. BOARDING / PET SITTING FREE REIN STABLES LLC Full board available. Located in Summerfield off Highway 158. Please call Eliot Thomas at (336) 508-0694 with any questions.
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Leslie Livengood • (336) 441-2266 LOST & FOUND PETS If you’ve found a pet and need help finding the owner, let us know! We can place a classified and share it with over 10,000 neighbors on Facebook!
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COLFAX, 2BR, 2BA DUPLEX, $700/mo. (336) 706-1887.
LAND FOR SALE 57 ACRES, MAYODAN, NC, convenient to Hwy. 220, great development potential, mostly wooded, brokerage protected, $171,500. (336) 707-3822.
HOMES FOR SALE
REDUCED $10,900 7711 Tall Meadows Dr., Kernersville
Northwest Guilford County Lakefront living in northwest Guilford County! Deceptively spacious (3,500+ SF) brick home features main level BRs (including master) and beautifully updated kitchen. Spacious basement boasts open floor plan for bonus/family room, rec room (pool table stays), drybar, optional BR, BA and room wired for theatre. $349,000
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utes from Summerfield. 4+BR, 4BA, approx. 4,200 sq. feet. Great family home and neighborhood with lots of room inside and outside! $475,000. (336) 616-4733.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 700 sq. ft. OFFICE/RETAIL SPACE, 8606 Ellisboro Road, Stokesdale. $650/month. Available immediately. Former barber shop/ flower shop. John Flynt, (336) 687-6019. OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in Oak Ridge. Mini suites to full suites; 100 to 1,000 sq. ft. available. For info, call (336) 643-7577.
OCEANFRONT WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH town house rental, 3BR, 3BA, just remodeled! See online at www.vrbo.com/821762. Walk to restaurants, pier, park, tennis, volleyball. NW Greensboro owner/operator.
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MITSY is a one-year-old female BoxerShepherd mix who would love to find a family to call her own. If you’d like to learn more about Mitsy, you can call the Guilford County Animal Shelter, (336) 641-3400, or visit them online at myguilford.com/animalservices/animal-shelter.
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HOMES FOR RENT HOME FOR RENT – OAK RIDGE, 3BR, 2BA, 1,611 sq. ft., renovated home in Weatherstone. FP, tankless water heater, 2-car garage, storage building & fenced yard, yard maint. incl. No pets. $1,500/mo. (336) 215-7958.
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6809 Koala Drive, Oak Ridge Amazing space! Better than new – built in 2014 with all the modern features. $539,900
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display advertiser index A/C & HEATING
Stokesdale Heating & Air.......................6 Velocity Air, Inc. ..................................25
ACCOUNTING
By the Book Accounting .....................14 Carlotta Lytton, CPA, PA ....................14 Kimberly Thacker Accounting ...............7 Samuel Anders, CPA, MSA, PC ...........14
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES
Piedmont Truck Tires, Inc. ..................22
CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Summerfield Family Chiropractic ........14
CHURCHES
First Baptist Church, Summerfield .........8
DENTIST
Beth Borden, DDS ................................4
EVENTS
SFFD Stop, Drop & Roll 5K ....................2
FUNERAL SERVICES
Forbis & Dick – Brook Chapel ...............7
HAIR CARE / NAILS / TANNING
POSH Hair Studio ...............................14
HEALTH & FITNESS
YMCA of Greensboro ...........................5
HOME BUILDER
Brian Thompson Homes .....................21 Builders MD ........................................17 Disney Construction ............................20 Don Mills Builders ...............................21 Friddle & Company .............................20 Johnson & Lee ....................................20 Kickin Clouds .....................................18 Naylor Custom Homes .......................21 R&K Custom Homes ..........................21 Ray Bullins Construction .....................20
HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES
BEK Paint Company ...........................36 Budget Blinds .....................................14
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Furniture Medic ..................................36 House of Stars ....................................10 New Garden Select ..............................3 Old School Home Repair ....................35 On-Target Construction Service ..........37 Pest Management Systems Inc. ............3 ProStone, Inc. .......................................3 Stokesdale Storage .............................37 TM Construction Service ....................37
INSURANCE
Tricia McCormick ................................13
LEGAL SERVICES
Attorney Bill Barbour ..........................28
MEDICAL
Bethany Medical Center .......................9 Eagle Physicians at Oak Ridge ............27 LeBauer Healthcare ...........................29 Northwest Family Medicine ................30
PET SERVICES
Bark-N-Barber ....................................38
KPS – Kelly’s Pet Services ...................14 Northwest Animal Hospital ..................13 Stokesdale Veterinary Hospital ..............7 Veterinary Hospital at Oak Ridge.........14 Westergaard Kennels.............................6
REAL ESTATE / MORTGAGE
A New Dawn Realty ...........................15 Ann Powell, Allen Tate ........................24 Berkshire Hathaway – Yost & Little .....23 David Nishan, McLean Mortgage .......16 Dede Cunningham, Keller Williams ....24 Donna Smith, Keller Williams .............24 Gil Vaughan, Keller Williams ...............38 Jason Smith, Smith Marketing ............20 Jill Oakley, Tyler, Redhead & McAlister 16 Johnnye & Jake Letterman, BHHS ......16 Ramilya Siegel, Allen Tate ..................38
RETAIL
Bi-Rite Food Center ........................ 7, 11 Carpets By Direct, Inc. ........................33 Gigi’s Flowers & More ...........................7 Maisy Daisy Florist ..............................14
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